You will find more detailed information under "Learning Opportunities" and "Activities." OCTOBER 2026 Wed, 10/21; Tue, 27: "Writers Group" meeting in the Video Lab at 1 p.m. moderated by Carolyn Allen. Wed, 10/21: General Meeting: Chris Mayer will discuss how to upload video to YouTube. 6:30 p.m. Thu, 10/22: "Gemini Notebook: The Basics." 10 a.m.... Continue Reading →
Annual Short Dramatic Film Script Contest Deadline Is February 1, 2027
The Video Club of Laguna Woods announces its 2026-27 Annual Short Dramatic Film Script Contest, conducted by the club's Short Films Project team. The contest deadline is Monday, February 1, 2027. Click below to view and/or download a submission form with full contest guidelines. Call for Scripts Deadline 2-1-27Download As in past years, the team... Continue Reading →
One Script/Five Genres! Don’t Miss the Film Scenes Project Premiere on September 11!
For the past year, an enthusiastic group of Laguna Woods Village filmmakers from the Video Club and The Old Pros has been conducting a unique experiment in filmmaking. What if we took the same script and filmed it five different ways? "That's exactly what we did," reports Gila Zalon (left), who heads the project. A... Continue Reading →
September 14 Short Film Showcase #38 Will Entertain and Inspire You
A brand new selection of short dramas, comedies, documentaries, and animations has been chosen to entertain, inspire, and motivate you to create your own videos. Don't miss Short Film Showcase #38 on Monday, September 14, 2026 from 1 to 3 pm in the Video Lab. Moderated audience discussion will follow each of the films. Click... Continue Reading →
What Do You Know About the Video Club?
This post was taken from the Video Club's newsletter, the Videogram of July 20, 2026. It provides an overview of what the Video Club has to offer members that you may have missed.  Plus, it describes on-going services and programs that you can be part of as a volunteer or as an avid video enthusiast.The Tom... Continue Reading →
Plan Your Entry! 2026 Short Video Contest Deadline Extended to June 30
ATTENTION, CLUB MEMBERS!Good news!! The Video Club Board of Directors has extended the deadline for entries in the 2026 Annual Short Video Contest deadline from Friday, June 12 to Tuesday, June 30, giving you 2-1/2 more weeks to finish -- and polish -- your winning video. Due to a vehicle accident that seriously damaged the... Continue Reading →
Make Your Reservations for 14th Annual Goldie Awards Banquet February 27
Video Club members and friends will enjoy a dress-up opportunity with Academy Awards décor on Thursday, February 27, 2025, when winners of the club's 2025 Short Video Contest are chosen at the 14th Annual Goldie Awards Banquet, starting at 5 p.m. in the Clubhouse 7 Main Dining Room. The reservation deadline is Friday, February 21.... Continue Reading →
Share Holiday Cheer at Short Film Showcase #31 on Monday, December 2, 2024
Click below to view and/or download the Short Film Showcase flyer. Short Film Showcase #31 December 2, 2024Download Get in the holiday spirit on Monday, December 2, 2024, when the Video Club's Short Film Showcase again presents a carefully-chosen selection of short comedies, dramas, documentaries, and animations from YouTube for your enjoyment and discussion. The... Continue Reading →
