Stories from the California of the Past Digital Storytelling Project (http://digitalstorystation.com). We are one of over 30 libraries in California participating in this grant project, with services provided by Media Arts Center San Diego. The first year and a half was spent collecting stories from Pacifica and the Coastside, in San Mateo County, California. The recordings are 2-5 minute stories on topics ranging from history to fishing to coming to California themes. They are, in essence, short oral histories of local people who want to leave their mark in the world.
Sister Julie Marie Thorpe, a sister of Notre Dame, tells the story of the beginnings of the sisters and of her relationship with Belmont.
Jeanne Molyneux tells her story about moving to Belmont and watching it grow from country to town.
The Remond Family share their story about coming to Belmont from Mexico. The describe their journey as a "gold rush" and though it was hard at first, they now feel at home in Belmont. Produced by the Belmont Library 2012.
Stevan Sims works as a STEP Intern with San Mateo County Parks and Recreation. The STEP Internship Program gives emancipated foster youth the opportunity to develop job skills through paid work experience, mentoring and transition planning. The STEP Internship program is run by San Mateo County Children and Family Services, and interns work in departments throughout the County of San Mateo.
High school student Joie Infante tells her story of dealing with loss at a very young age.
Sister Kay McMullen tells her story about getting addicted to libraries at age 4.
David Braunstein shares his story about a library that was built by the Belmont community.
Jane Kinzler talks about life in Brisbane and some of her animal neighbors.
David Brown discusses life in Brisbane and San Bruno Mountain.
Brisbane Stories: Longtime resident John Gomez talks about his life in Brisbane.
