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Published on 12/01/1999 All articles from this issue

'Los Altos Story' set for World AIDS Day

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Special to the Town Crier

"The Los Altos Story" will air on cable TV stations throughout the Bay Area during November and December. The programming is in recognition of World AIDS Day, Dec. 1.

Produced in 1989 by the Rotary Club of Los Altos, "The Los Altos Story" documents the story of how AIDS changed the lives of three Rotarians, their friends, families and the entire community.

The film received national media attention when it was originally shown. It has won a variety of awards, including the George F. Peabody Award for broadcast excellence and cable TV's Ace award for best public affairs special.

Designed to alert and educate Rotarians worldwide about the AIDS pandemic, "The Los Altos Story" has been viewed by millions, generating thousands of letters and phone calls to the Rotary Club of Los Altos. The overwhelming number of responses share stories, emotional outpourings and heartfelt thanks. As a result, AIDS projects and programs have been initiated to help change attitudes and behaviors, as well as to educate others about AIDS throughout the world.

The film is still relevant today and continues to inspire people and increase awareness for AIDS education.

For more information, call the Rotary AIDS Project at 688-6164.

"The Los Altos Story " is scheduled for 7 tonight on KMVT Channel 6, Mountain View, and 4:30 and 8:30 p.m. Access Los Altos, Channel 26.