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Herndon Community Television (HCTV)

Herndon Community Television (HCTV) Herndon Community Television is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) community access television located in Herndon, VA. We can be seen on COX channel 23 in Fairfax County and FiOS channel 28. It is run almost entirely with the help of wonderful volunteers.
Herndon Community Television is a community-wide effort to use the power of electronic communications to bring local government affairs programming, access to community cultural events, and educational programming to the residents of the Town and two counties, and local schools. HCTV is seen throughout Fairfax County over Channel 23, COX Communications. HCTV can also be seen over Channel 28 on Verizon FiOS Cable which encompasses part of Loudoun County.

01/22/2020

Last month Herndon held it’s first Wintermarkt celebration, attended by over 7000 people! Check out this video to relive the highlights and learn more about this new yearly tradition.

12/24/2019

Herndon Holiday Highlights 2019

We had a blast at local holiday celebrations this December, check out the highlights from some of the events HCTV attended!

12/17/2019

Holidays in Herndon

HCTV has been busy trying to cover all of the activities and events in town! Check our "Videos On Demand" page to see what we have been up to. Make sure to check back regularly for new Herndon Holiday videos? Holidays in Herndon

12/10/2019

Herndon Farmer's Market December 2019 Promo

The holiday season is upon us, and Chef Daniél has a recipe for you that is sure to impress any friend, family member, or guest. Join Torran and Chef Daniél on this episode of Herndon Farmer’s Market to learn how to cook duck and scallops! Watch on HCTV's channel or OnDemand now.

12/03/2019

New Show!

We have a new show! On the first episode of The Positive Brain, Toni Reinhart and Peggy Breda share tips and ideas for how to have fun during the holiday season with relatives who have dementia. Watch on HCTV's channel or On Demand now!

11/18/2019

Flashback to 2000 and HCTV's Youngest On Air Talent

11/18/2019

HCTV's Youngest On-Air Talent, circa 2000

11/15/2019

Simply Enhance November 2019 Promo

Gift giving season is almost upon us! Join Tess Rollins on a trip to Board & Brush in Farifax for gift and card ideas on this month's episode of Simply Enhance. Watch this episode on HCTV's channel or OnDemand!

11/12/2019

Herndon Community Television |

Town of Herndon Veterans Day Ceremony 2019 is now "On Demand".

11/05/2019

New episode of Herndon Farmer's Market this month!

The cold weather is finally upon us! Tune in to this month's episode of Herndon Farmer's Market to learn how to make a hearty corn potato chowder, perfect for a chilly day! Watch this episode on HCTV's channel or On Demand.

11/05/2019

Town of Herndon Government

Hey Herndon! Parks & Rec is looking for your most Instagram-worthy selfie spots in town. Grab your friends, your cute kids or puppies (always a hit), head to the caboose or Runnymede Park or (fill in your favorite spot here!) and tag #herndonphotospots. Who knows? You might just be on the next Parks & Rec quarterly brochure cover! #herndonparks #herndon #hipherndon

10/28/2019

Happy Halloween from Herndon Community Television!

If you're looking for programming that's fun, educational and locally-focused with a 🎃💀 SPOOOOOOKY 🎃💀 theme, tune in to HCTV!

We have a day full of Halloween-themed shows that are perfect to get in the holiday spirit. Then, starting at 6 pm, an all-night marathon of scary classic movies -- perfect for a trick-or-treating or Halloween party atmosphere.

So make sure to tune in to HCTV for Halloween!

10/09/2019

Got a subject you love to talk about? A desire for community engagement? How about just a fun idea for a show? Whether you're a long-time watcher or a new fan of the station, HCTV wants you!

If you have a program you'd like to start -- or you're looking to learn about video and television production -- reach out to HCTV today.

06/21/2019

Movoly

Coming June 28 to YouTube.com/Movoly #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #LGBTQIA+ #pride #pridemonth #gay #lesbian #bisexual #transgender #queer #rights #inclusion #fight #UnitedMethodistChurch #UMC #GeneralConference2019 #documentary #doc #film #indiefilms #films #independent #filmmaking #gc2019 #St.Louis #faithfullylgbt #foreveryoneborn

05/16/2019

2019 Town Hall Legislative Update

05/16/2019

2019 Town Hall Legislative Update

If you were unable to attend the 2019 Legislative update from State Senator Boysko and State Delegate Samirah, you may now watch it on the HCTV's Video On Demand at HCTV.org.

2019 Town Hall Legislative Update

05/08/2019

USS Herndon - 40th Anniversary

USS Herndon

05/08/2019

USS Herndon - 40th Anniversary

USS Herndon

05/08/2019

USS Herndon - 40th Anniversary

In September of 1982, the USS Herndon held its 40th Reunion here in Herndon. The Town of Herndon issued a proclamation giving the Reunion Members Town Citizenship. HCTV has posted the video of the event on our "Video On Demand" page. http://videoplayer.telvue.com/player/vzE1oMYxyAJsr5CE2LxEdfBlceV604BC/media/477341?autostart=true&showtabssearch=true

USS Herndon

04/29/2019

Congratulations on the engagement to long time HCTV volunteers Brian Rose and Megan Zinn. We wish them all the happiness in the world!
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04/25/2019

Weird Brothers Coffee

One of Our Dad’s Greatest passions in life was music. Daryl was a lifelong musician and a member of the Herndon Regional Wind Ensemble and was preparing for their Spring Concert this Sunday. They are dedicating their concert this Sunday, April 28th at 5pm at Rachel Carson Middle School to Daryl. It will be a beautiful pre-memorial concert for Dad. Please join us in celebrating Daryl’s life and enjoying some of the music that he loved. #restinpeacedad #renaissanceman #musicman #windensemble #dedicatedtodaryl

04/18/2019

Mayor's Volunteer Appreciation - 2019

Town of Herndon's 2019 Mayor's Volunteer Appreciation now up on our Video On Demand.http://videoplayer.telvue.com/player/vzE1oMYxyAJsr5CE2LxEdfBlceV604BC/media/469492?autostart=true&showtabssearch=true

Mayor's Volunteer Appreciation

04/13/2019

Mayor Lisa Merkel

If you're on Instagram, please take a second to follow @HerndonYAC! Our Youth Advisory Council is an active group of teens who are committed to #Herndon! The future is in good hands! You'll be blown away by this crew!

Herndon WinterMarkt Town of Herndon Government Herndon High School Choir Herndon High School Best Buddies Friday Night Live! - Herndon Rocks Herndon Village Network Herndon Middle School Reston-Herndon Little League Herndon Patch Herndon Community Television (HCTV) Reston Now Herndon Festival Herndon Parkbench Herndon Parks and Recreation Department Herndon Elementary School PTA The Buzz: Clearview Elementary PTA (Herndon, VA) Hutchison Elementary School, Herndon Virginia Growing Kids Therapy Center

Take a deep breath and put on your yoga pants for HCTV's newest program, Peace in the Pause! Join Gretchen Schutte of Tu...

03/25/2019

Find Your Inner Peace in the Pause

Take a deep breath and put on your yoga pants for HCTV's newest program, Peace in the Pause! Join Gretchen Schutte of Tulaprana Yoga as she demonstrates fundamental techniques of yoga and meditation to help you be present and find your peace from the comfort of your own home. Tulaprana Yoga + Wellness with Gretchen Schutte

http://hctv.org/2019/03/find-your-inner-peace-in-the-pause/

Take a deep breath, hold that pose -- and welcome a new member of the HCTV family! In her new show Peace in the Pause, Gretchen Schutte of Tulaprana Yoga guides the audience through a session of yoga and meditation for all ages and skill levels. The first episode features an introduction to physi

03/23/2019

NEW Chats with Charlie!

Charlie sits down with Barbara Glakas to get the scoop on her new book "Hidden History of Herndon". Days and times as follows: Sunday 3/24/2019 12:30:00 Sunday 3/24/2019 13:30:00 Sunday 3/24/2019 17:00:00 Monday 3/25/2019 21:00:00 Tuesday 3/26/2019 22:30:00

03/22/2019

NEW NOVA Weekend Warrior - Dancing and Dementia

Toni and Bill Reinhart, of the Herndon Chapter of Dementia Friendly America, join Meg Donnelly to talk about how dancing can help those with dementia. Program to air: 03/23/2019 Saturday 10:00 am 03/23/2019 Saturday 11:30 am 03/23/2019 Saturday 3:00 pm 03/24/2019 Sunday

03/22/2019

Celebrate Mardi Gras with Herndon Farmer's Market

Welcome to New Orleans and bon appetit! Join host Tooran Shadmand as she learns about the culture and cuisine of the bayou on our special Mardi Gras episode of Herndon Farmers Market! Guest chef Keven LeBlanc takes us on a tour through the flavors of his native Cajun country, including shrimp eto

03/22/2019

April is Autism Awareness Month. HCTV will re-broadcast the Festival of Arts & Autism, 2017 throughout the month. Please check our website "NEWS" page for days and times.

03/22/2019

Herndon Community Television (HCTV)'s cover photo

03/20/2019

There seems to be an issue with broadcasting the Herndon HPRB/ARB Public Hearing. We are working on the problem. It WiLL be available on the Town's website tomorrow and HCTV is able to record the event for a rebroadcast. Our apologies for any inconvenience.

03/14/2019

It appears that Verizon has a broken fiber line and we are currently unable to broadcast our programs on Verizon FIOS Channel 28. Please visit our website hctv.org and click on the "WATCH HCTV LIVE" to see our broadcast. We apologize for any inconvenience.

03/08/2019

Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police & Foundation

On this #InternationalWomen’s Day, we honor Herndon Police Chief Maggie DeBoard, VACP Second Vice President. Chief DeBoard also serves as president of the Fairfax, Virginia based Police Unity Tour – Chapter IV, a non-profit organization dedicated to raising awareness of law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty, and raising funds for the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund in Washington, D.C.
Thank you to all of our outstanding women officers. You are the best!

03/06/2019

Become a Weekend Warrior

Looking to get fit, fun and educated in Northern Virginia? Then we have a new show for you! On each episode of NoVA Weekend Warriors, host Meg Donnelly interviews the local athletes and fitness fans that make Northern Virginia run, cycle, climb, lift and swim! Drawing on her background as a licen

Welcome the newest member of our HCTV family, Meg Donnelly, Licensed Massage Therapist! Her new show, NoVA Weekend Warri...

03/06/2019

Become a Weekend Warrior

Welcome the newest member of our HCTV family, Meg Donnelly, Licensed Massage Therapist!

Her new show, NoVA Weekend Warriors, features interviews with our local athletes and fans of fitness that make Northern Virginia run, cycle, climb, lift and swim!

The show airs:

Tues @ 8:30 pm
Wed @ 10:30 am
Thu @ 5:30 pm
Sat @ 11:30 pm

Make sure you tune in!

It's not easy being green -- but it IS easy to learn a new craft each month with Simply Enhance!

03/05/2019

Simply Enhance Your St. Patrick's Day

It's not easy being green -- but it IS easy to learn a new craft each month with Simply Enhance!

Join host Tess Rollins and "Mizz Mosaic" herself, Jenlene Nowak, as they show you how to make your very own mosaic art in this month's new episode of Simply Enhance! Each month, Tess Rollins brings a new guest to Simply Enhance and shows them -- and us -- a new craft that's fun for all ages. But

02/05/2019

Herndon Police Department

Youth Resource Officer Mike Murn spent the afternoon at Herndon Community Television (HCTV) taping an episode of "Herndon Live" with (from left to right) Elizabeth, Yasha, Ryan, Piper, and directors Charlie and Kate (not shown). The segment with tips about keeping safe will air this Friday at 5pm. 💙👮‍♂️📺

01/12/2019

2019 Town Coucil Swearing In

01/12/2019

2019 Town Coucil Swearing In

Congratulations to the Newly Sworn In Town Council!

http://videoplayer.telvue.com/player/vzE1oMYxyAJsr5CE2LxEdfBlceV604BC/media/412026?autostart=true&showtabssearch=true

2019 Town Coucil Swearing In

12/25/2018

Sharing our #HCTVlove of #DowntownHerndon. Merry Christmas #HerndonVA!

12/25/2018

Herndon Community Television (HCTV)

Happy Holidays!

Check out highlights from #VolunteerHCTV in action covering the 2018 Herndon Parks and Recreation Department Holiday Arts & Crafts Show. Special Thanks to our volunteers: #KeilJohnson & Claudia Bolaños! #Christmas #HerndonVA

12/22/2018

Special Holiday Message from HCTV#

The Executive Director of HCTV has a special holiday message to share -

12/20/2018

Herndon Fortnightly Library's Holiday Open House 2018

Check out highlights from #VolunteerHCTV in action covering the Herndon Fortnightly Library Holiday Open House. In addtion to storytime and a visit with #Santa, ArtSpace Herndon provided fun craft activities for kids.

12/17/2018

Today #HCTV was at ArtSpace Herndon recording a new episode of #ChatswithCharlie. Charlie Waddell sat down with Photographer Jim Schlett. #ArtSpaceHerndon's current exhibit, "National Parks & National Treasures," features Jim's photography and is open through January 9th.

12/15/2018

Highlights of Elden Street Tea Shop Grand Opening!

#HCTV was in action today covering the grand opening of the Elden Street Tea Shop on Pine Street! Check out highlights -

12/15/2018

Around Our Town - Wreaths Across America 2017

Today is National Wreathsacross America Day, live balsam remembrance wreaths will be placed at the graves of fallen veterans at nearly 1,000 locations across the country and overseas. In Herndon, a remembrance ceremony will be held at Chestnut Grove Cemetery, 831 Dranesville Road, starting at noon. The ceremony and wreath placing are open to all.

Check out last year’s ceremony on #vodHCTV -

Around Our Town

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Herndon Holiday Highlights 2019

We had a blast at local holiday celebrations this December, check out the highlights from some of the events HCTV attended!

Herndon Farmer's Market December 2019 Promo

New Show!

HCTV's Youngest On-Air Talent, circa 2000

Simply Enhance November 2019 Promo

New episode of Herndon Farmer's Market this month!

2018 Herndon Holiday Arts & Craft Shows

Herndon Fortnightly Library's Holiday Open House 2018

Special Holiday Message from HCTV#

The Executive Director of HCTV has a special holiday message to share -

Highlights of Elden Street Tea Shop Grand Opening!

#HCTV was in action today covering the grand opening of the Elden Street Tea Shop on Pine Street! Check out highlights -

Herndon Holiday Homes Tour 2018

Check out the Holiday Homes Tour of Herndon Saturday, December 1st from 10 AM - 4 PM. Tickets available at the Herndon Florist and Herndon Community Center.

Get Fit with Jane: Cardio & Strength Intervals

Watch premiere of new #GetFitwithJane today at noon! Jane Nash focuses on Cardio & Strenght intervals. Watch weekly - Tuesdays @ noon & Thursdays @ 7 AM! In this exciting class, we will alternate aerobic and muscular strength/endurance exercises to boost energy and bring variety in muscular strength and endurance training. All equipment is optional and modifications will be demonstrated. Exercise at your own pace and comfort level and have fun! Equipment: Medicine ball, resistance tubing and hand-held weights. Enjoy and Get Fit With Jane! Special Thanks to Herndon Parks and Recreation Department for use of the @Herndon Community Center to record the show and also to Participating Personal Trainers: Jenlene Nowak!

Town of Herndon Proclamation: Community Media Day

Today is Community Media Day worldwide and in the Town of #HerndonVA. Watch the full proclamation of the Town of Herndon Government recognizing October 20th as Community Media Day. Celebrate #CMD and watch a special line-up or orginal programs on Cox channel 23, Verizon FiOS channel 28 and #HCTV's livestream! @celebrate1020 #herndonva

Fall for the Books

Fall For The Book was one of the sponsors at the Arts Herndon Children's Literary Festival - Arts Week. Charlie gets the inside scoop about this event going on now through October 13th! ArtSpace Herndon #Books

Arts Week Proclamation

HCTV "Keeps the Community Connected" by broadcasting all the Town of Herndon Government Public Hearings. Check out an excerpt from a recent Herndon Town Council Public Hearing in which the town recognizes #ArtsWeeks and the importance of the arts in #HerndonVa. #TCPH Celebrate Arts Week in Herndon October 7-13.

Arts Week: "Kid's Day"

Bring the kids to Frying Pan Farm Park on October 8th from 10 AM - 1 PM for #ArtsHerndon Kids Day - Arts Week. Watch this preview with hightlights from #HCTV's past coverage of #KidDays. ArtSpace Herndon #HerndonVA

Herndon Voices: Elma

Share your Herndon story with Hctv at the ArtSpace Herndon children’s literary Festival today in the downtown from 11 AM to 4 PM. #HCTV is right outside of the library. Check out one of our classic #HerndonVoices episodes with Elma!

2015 Town of Herndon Spooktacular

Town of Herndon Special Event At Herndon Community Center Friday, October 26, 2018 6:30-8:00 p.m. Enjoy ghoulish games, a spooky craft and a children's show. Fee covers all activities, magic show, and a treat bag. Get more boo for your buck and register early; parents must accompany children at the event. Games and crafts will run from 6:30-7:30 p.m., show will be from 7:30-8:00 p.m. Got a great costume? Share it on social media with #herndonspooktacular and be entered to win an AMAZING, GIGANTIC, Super Hero gift basket! Must be at the event to win. Age: 3 - 8 Fee: $10/child in advance or $15/child on day of event

Get Fit with Jane: Core & Stretch

#GetFitwithJane moves to daytime! In addtion to airing at 6:00 PM (Wed, Fri, Sun), you can now watch Get Fit with Jane on Tuesdays & Saturdays @ noon and Thursdays @ 7AM! A healthy and strong core facilitates good posture and the integration of the torso, shoulders and hips. The benefits of exercise can help improve stability, mobility and overall strength. To build a strong core you’ll need to exercise a variety of muscles from your hips to your shoulders. Exercise at your own pace and comfort level as modifications will be demonstrated. Optional equipment needed: Medicine ball or one hand held weight, mat and stability ball. Enjoy and Get Fit With Jane! Special Thanks to Herndon Parks & Recreation Dept. for use of the Herndon Community Center to record the show and also to Participating Personal Trainers: Tom Milenkevich and Karen Tsitos!

Arts in Education with Laura interviews Karen Mullarkey

Don't miss the art exhibit #Serendipity at Reston Community Center in Lake Anne Plaza before it closes on August 20th! On the next episode of #ArtsinEducation, Laura Redlisky-Readyoff interviews one of the artist's from the exhibit, #KarenMullarkey. Get a sneak peak before the episode premieres on Wednesday, August 22nd @ 3:30 PM. #area718byKM

Arts in Education: Andy Black

Get an inside scoop on the next Design & Wine - Felting Critters with Andrew Black at ArtSpace Herndon. On the first episode of #ArtsinEducation, host, Laura Redlisky-Readyoff interviews artist, Andrew Black.

Herndon Farmer's Market: Pickle Factory

Tonight @ 6:30 PM Tooran K. Shadmand is making a Persian Chicken Salad called #SaladOliveeh. Tooran also gets the inside scoop on the inspiration behind Pickle Factory when she sits down with Criselda Garcia. Also stop by #HCTV's table tomorrow from 8 AM - 12:30 PM as we celebration #NationalFarmersMarket week this Thursday at #HerndonFarmersMarket in Downtown #HerndonVA.

National Night Out Highlight

#NationalNightOut is tomorrow! Check out highlights from #HCTV's coverage of previous #NNO2017 with the Herndon Police Department on #VODhctv - http://ow.ly/oxeL30lbNJW

National Farmers' Market Week

Thursdays in #HerndonVA are all about the #farmersmarket in the downtown from 8 am to 12:30 pm. If you can’t stop by this week then you must pop by for #nationalfarmersmarketweek on August 9th.

Herndon Arts with Amy: Live at JV's Restaurant

Tonight @ 9 PM watch the premiere of #HAWA - Live at #JVsRestaurant! Amy Skiavo is on stage interviewing Kenny Lee Lewis and Lorraine Campbell at JV's Restaurant in #FallsChurchVA. Learn more about Kenny's career as bass player for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Steve Miller Band, songwriter, and author. The vivacious Lorraine shares the history of JVs, her role as owner, and why she provides live music 7 nights a week. Here's a sneak-peak for tonight's episode:

News You Can Use August 2018

Want to know what's happening in Town of Herndon Government for August? Keil Johnson breaks it down for you on this month's installement of #NYCU!

Around Our Town: Smart City

Nancy Mesok Rose sits down with Bill Ashton, Town of Herndon Government Town Manager, to discuss how #HerndonVA is becoming a #SmartCity on this edition of #AroundOurTown!

Behind the Show: Hound Radio

Watch now on Facebook - Ryan Fitzmaurice's full interview with Loo Katz about Hound Radio on #BehindtheShow:

July News You Can Use

Keil Johnson breaks down the news for the #HerndonVA area for the month of July.

Get Fit with Jane at Home!

Tonight @ 6 PM watch new #GetFitwithJane on HCTV. Don't have a gym at home? On this episode, personal trainer & group fitness instructor, Jane Nash, will demonstrate how your pantry has everything you need for a great at home workout! Watch weekly: Wed, Fri & Sun @ 6 PM.

Volunteer with HCTV during the Herndon Festival!

Get hands-on #VideoProduction experience at the Herndon Festival (May 31 - June 3) with HCTV. For more information visit: http://hctv.org/

Herndon High School Pops Concert

Jacob Dean Reeves talks to Laura Redlisky-Readyoff about the upcoming band fund raising concert.

Herndon Arts with Amy: "Bagpipes, Viola & ArtSpace"

Tonight @ 9 PM watch the premiere of a new "Herndon Arts with Amy." Host Amy Skiavo interviews Don McLean, Nicholas Black, Anna Schoenfeld and Jason C DiMambro. In our studio, Don will regale our viewers with an education and performing on the bagpipes. Nicholas serenades on the viola, shares his musical talent, and discusses his career. Also, we'll meet Anna and Jason, Executive Directors, on location and learn more about their roles and what is happening at ArtSpace Herndon. Watch weekly: Sundays @ 8 PM, Mondays @ 3 PM and Wednesdays @ 9 PM. #HAWA

Herndon's Hidden History: Mosby's Raid at Herndon Station

Check out Herndon's Hidden History: Mosby's Raid at Herndon Station

Herndon News You Can Use May 2018!

Find out what's going in Herndon for the month of May with Keil Johnson.

Herndon High School Marching Band

Margaret Jamborsky Talks About Herndon High School's Band Traveling To Normandy.

Herndon NYCU April 2018

Herndon News You Can Use is back with new host, Keil Johnson! Watch Keil break down current events for this month! #HerndonNYCU #NYCU #HerndonVA

Ribbon Cutting for Nunu's Thai Dishes

HCTV was in action this month at several Herndon Business #RibbonCuttings. Check out the latest Around Our Town featuring Nunu's Thai Dishes. Town of Herndon Government #ThaiFood #HerndonVA

Behind the Show: Perils for Pedestrians

Tonight @ 7:00 PM John Z Wetmore, creator and producer of "Perils for Pedestrians", chats with Keil Johnson on #BehindtheShow. Watch weekly: "Perils for Pedestrians" Mondays @ 8:00 AM & Wednesdays 9:00 AM and catch "Behind the Show" Wednesdays @ 9:30 AM and Thursdays @ 7:00 PM.

Highlights from Meg Donnelly's Ribbon Cutting

#VolunteerHCTV was in action yesterday covering the ribbon cutting for Meg Donnelly, Licensed Massage Therapist grand opening. Watch an excerpt from our coverage now and stay tuned for the #AroundOurTown episode of the event. Official Dulles Regional Chamber of Commerce, Mayor Lisa Merkel