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PROGRAM GUIDE December 2016 VOL. 46 NO. 12

Il Volo Notte MagicaThursday, December 1,

at 8:00 p.m.

Last of the BreedThursday, December 1,

at 9:30 p.m.

MoneyTrack: Money for Life

Saturday, December 3, at 1:30 p.m.

Celtic Woman: Home for Christmas

Sunday, December 4, at 7:30 p.m.

Make your pledge of support by calling 1-800-245-9779, or go online to wpsu.org.

Special programming made possible by viewers like you!

Our Town: LewistownThursday, December 8, at 8:00 p.m.This fall volunteer storytellers from Lewistown, Pa. came together for the 90th production in the Our Town series. They captured the spirit of their community with videos, photos, and memories. Learn its history through the tradition of Goose Day, understand how railroads served industries, and visit the unique neighborhood of Juniata Terrace. See how service organizations are caring for others, what it takes to restore a grand movie theatre from the 1920s, and how people from high school age to adults participate in the arts. Watch the premiere to see what makes Lewistown a GREAT hometown!

Tell your out-of-town friends and family they can watch the premiere LIVE online at wpsu.org/live.

Sherlock MarathonSaturday, December 10, and Sunday, December 11, noon–9:00 p.m.Sherlock Holmes stalks again in a thrilling contemporary version of the Victorian-era whodunits based on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes. Sherlock stars Benedict Cumberbatch as the go-to consulting detective in 21st-century London, with Martin Freeman as his loyal friend, Dr. John Watson, and Rupert Graves as the long-suffering Detective Inspector Lestrade. Fast-paced, funny, and surreally true to the hero's fantastic gifts for deduction, the series is co-created by Steven Moffat (Doctor Who, Coupling) and Mark Gatiss (Doctor Who, The League of Gentlemen).

Share the Gift of Wonder!

MONDAY–FRIDAY6:00 The Cat in the Hat

Knows a Lot About That!

6:30 Arthur

7:00 Wild Kratts

7:30 Ready Jet Go!

8:00 Nature Cat

8:30 Curious George

9:00 Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood

9:30 Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood

10:00 Sesame Street

10:30 Splash and Bubbles

11:00 Dinosaur Train

11:30 Peg + Cat

12:00 Super Why!

12:30 Thomas and Friends

1:00 Sesame Street

1:30 Dinosaur Train

2:00 Splash and Bubbles

2:30 Curious George

3:00 Nature Cat

3:30 Ready Jet Go!

4:00 Odd Squad

4:30 Odd Squad

5:00 Wild Kratts

5:30 Weather World (Re-airs at 5:45 p.m.)

6:00 BBC World News America

6:30 Nightly Business Report

7:00 PBS NewsHour

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weeknights at 5:30 p.m.

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Weather World providesweather education

as well asa comprehensive forecast.

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Make your gift today because you are the one who can help share the wonder.

Conversations Live: Revisiting the Heroin CrisisThursday, December 15, at 8:00 p.m.Experts say every community in Pennsylvania has a heroin problem. Recent reports place some of the blame on easy access to prescription painkillers, gateway drugs for many users. What can we do about Pennsylvania’s heroin epidemic? Our experts will discuss causes and solutions. They’ll also take YOUR questions. To join the conversation, email questions to [email protected], tweet @WPSU with the hashtag #WPSUconversations, or call 1-800-543-8242 during the program.

SciTech NowMondays, December 12-26, at 9:00 p.m.SciTech Now captures the latest breakthroughs in science and technology. Each week we talk to the innovators at the forefront of their fields and explore the mysteries of the scientific world.

WPSU's weekday lineup will change starting December 23.

visit wpsu.org/donate or call 1-800-245-9779

Queen Victoria invites you to an advance screening.Thursday, December 8, at 7:00 p.m. The State Theatre, 130 West College Avenue, State College, PA 16801

Victoria, the highly anticipated new drama series from MASTERPIECE® about the epic life of Queen Victoria, will premiere in January, 2017 on WPSU-TV in the Sunday night time slot which Downton Abbey occupied for six years. You are invited to join WPSU for an advance screening of the first episode.

Attendance is free, but reservations are required. Please visit wpsu.org/victoria-screening or call Tamra Fatemi at 814-863-6635 to reserve up to 4 seats per address. Doors will open at 6:15 p.m.

THURSDAY, DEC 1 8:00 Il Volo Notte Magica

The superstar trio and Placido Domingo perform in Florence, Italy's beautiful Santa Croce Square.

9:30 Last of the Breed A once-in-a-lifetime concert event featuring Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, and Ray Price.

11:00 Charlie Rose

FRIDAY, DEC 2 8:00 Washington Week 8:30 Charlie Rose - The Week 9:00 Last Waltz

Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Joni Mitchell, and more perform with legendary rock group The Band in 1978.

SATURDAY, DEC 3 9:00 This Old House

Arlington Arts & Crafts | Arts and Crafts Class Begins

9:30 Dr. Ruth's Revving up Your Romance Topics include managing relationship conflict and creating positive communication.

11:00 National Park Symphony - The Mighty Five Celebrate the majesty of Utah's five national parks set to glorious music from the Utah Symphony.

12:00 Judy Collins - A Love Letter to Stephen Sondheim Sondheim's remarkable treasure-trove of music is showcased in Denver's Boettcher Concert Hall.

1:30 MoneyTrack: Money for Life A strategy for building and maintaining a financially secure future for retirement is presented.

3:00 Ed Sullivan's Rock And Roll Classics - The 60s (My Music)A special of classic song performances spanning the years 1963-1968.

5:00 Yakov Smirnoff: Happily Ever Laughter, The Neuroscience of Romantic RelationshipsThe entertainer provides tools for sparking romantic relationships using love and laughter.

6:30 Max Raabe & Palast Orchester: Let's Do It Enjoy high style and humor with the crooner's salute to the timeless melodies of the 1920s and 30s.

8:00 The Carpenters: Close to You & Christmas Memories (My Music)This music-filled documentary traces the Carpenters' career and features the duo's top hits.

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December LISTINGS10:00 Rocktopia Live in Budapest:

A Classical Revolution Classical music is fused with classic rock at the Hungarian State Opera House in Budapest.

11:30 Last of the Breed A once-in-a-lifetime concert event featuring Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, and Ray Price.

SUNDAY, DEC 4 9:00 Inspire Happiness

Positive psychology authors and researchers reveal how to create happier and more positive lives.

10:30 Rick Steves' Guide to Cuba Rick tours Havana, visits the verdant national park at Viñuales, and provides practical travel tips.

11:30 Digging Deeper Technology Policy and CybersecurityPresident Barron and Penn State experts discuss technology policy and cybersecurity.

12:00 Great Moments from Soundbreaking Paul McCartney, Roger Waters, Beck, Bonnie Raitt, Quincy Jones, Ringo Starr, and more are showcased.

1:30 Max Raabe & Palast Orchester: Let's Do It Enjoy high style and humor with the crooner's salute to the timeless melodies of the 1920s and 30s.

3:00 BrainFit: 50 Ways to Grow Your Brain Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen share their best secrets to ignite your energy and focus at any age.

4:30 Lang Lang's New York Rhapsody Internationally acclaimed pianist Lang Lang performs a love letter to New York.

6:00 Digging Deeper Technology Policy and CybersecurityPresident Barron and Penn State experts discuss technology policy and cybersecurity.

6:30 Van Morrison: Live at the Rainbow Witness the legendary Irish soul singer at the peak of his powers in a 1973 London concert.

7:30 Celtic Woman: Home for Christmas Vocalists Lisa Lambe, Susan McFadden and Meav Ni Mhaolchatha perform timeless holiday favorites.

9:00 Inside Poldark Relive the thrilling first two seasons of the swashbuckling romantic series with hints of what's to come!

10:30 Ed Sullivan's Rock And Roll Classics - The 60S (My Music)A special of classic song performances spanning the years 1963-1968.

MONDAY, DEC 5 8:00 The Carpenters: Close to You &

Christmas Memories (My Music) This music-filled documentary traces the Carpenters' career and features the duo's top hits.

10:00 Christmastime in New Orleans A festive holiday special showcases the music, sights, and acclaimed cuisine of New Orleans.

11:00 Charlie Rose

TUESDAY, DEC 6 8:00 Andre Rieu: Waltzing Forever

Andre Rieu performs enchanting music in a stunning medieval town square in the Netherlands.

9:30 Il Divo: Amor & Pasion Live The classical crossover group performs their hits and melodies from Central and South America.

11:00 Centre County Report 2016-2017 11:30 Charlie Rose

WEDNESDAY, DEC 7 8:00 Celtic Woman:

Home for Christmas Vocalists Lisa Lambe, Susan McFadden, and Meav Ni Mhaolchatha perform timeless holiday favorites.

9:30 Il Volo Notte Magica The superstar trio and Placido Domingo perform in Florence, Italy's beautiful Santa Croce Square.

11:00 Charlie Rose

THURSDAY, DEC 8 8:00 Our Town: Lewistown

Storytellers from Lewistown, PA came together to capture the spirit of their community with video, photos and memories for the 90th production in the Our Town series. Watch as they share stories of Goose Day, canals, railroads, Juniata Terrace, service organizations, fine arts, and a 1920s grand movie theatre.

11:00 Charlie Rose

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FRIDAY, DEC 9 8:00 Washington Week 8:30 Charlie Rose - The Week 9:00 Mario Fangoulis: Sing Me an

Angel Holiday Concert Classical Crossover tenor Mario Fangoulis performs at the foot of the Acropolis in Greece.

10:00 Carpenters: Close to You & Christmas Memories (My Music)This music-filled documentary traces the Carpenters' career and features the duo's top hits.


Arlington Arts & Crafts / A New Look, Inside and OutThe homeowners ponder design decisions while walls are demolished and a dangerous tree is removed.

9:30 Forever Painless with Miranda Esmonde-White A groundbreaking and eye-opening education on chronic pain and its causes is presented.

11:00 Van Morrison: Live at the Rainbow Witness the legendary Irish soul singer at the peak of his powers in a 1973 London concert.

12:00 Masterpiece Mystery! Sherlock, Series 1: A Study in PinkHolmes investigates when a woman dressed all in pink is found dead in an abandoned building.

1:40 Masterpiece Mystery! Sherlock, Series 1: The Blind BankerA banker is found dead inside his locked apartment and the clues lead to an underground crime gang.

3:20 Masterpiece Mystery! Sherlock, Series 1: The Great GameSherlock Holmes must solve perplexing and dangerous puzzles specifically laid out for him.

5:00 Masterpiece Mystery! Sherlock, Series 2: A Scandal in BelgraviaThe great detective begins a duel of wits with an antagonist as brilliant as himself, Irene Adler.

6:41 Masterpiece Mystery! Sherlock, Series 2: The Hounds of BaskervilleSherlock seeks the truth about the monstrous creature that apparently killed his client's father.

9:00 Emin: Live from Russia with David Foster Recording star Emin and special guests perform at the Winter Palace in St. Petersburg, Russia.

10:30 Tommy Emmanuel - A Music Gone Public Special Various performances around the country showcase one of the world's best acoustic guitarists.

SUNDAY, DEC 11 9:00 Nature Cat

Breezy Rider/Swamp ThingA strong gust of wind blows Squeeks' kite up into the sky with Squeeks still holding onto it!

9:30 Forever Painless with Miranda Esmonde-White A groundbreaking and eye-opening education on chronic pain and its causes is presented.

11:00 Mario Fangoulis: Sing Me an Angel Holiday Concert Classical Crossover tenor Mario Fangoulis performs at the foot of the Acropolis in Greece.

12:00 Masterpiece Mystery! Sherlock, Series 2: The Reichenbach FallSherlock fight for his reputation, his sanity and his life when he locks horns with James Moriarty.

1:40 Masterpiece Mystery! Sherlock, Series 3: The Empty HearseSherlock returns! But for John Watson it might be a case of “be careful what you wish for.”

3:25 Masterpiece Mystery! Sherlock, Series 3: The Sign of ThreeSherlock faces his biggest challenge of all - delivering a Best Man's speech on John's wedding day.

5:10 Masterpiece Mystery! Sherlock, Series 3: His Last VowCharles Augustus Magnussen is the Napoleon of blackmail - and the one man Sherlock truly hates.

6:58 Sherlock on Masterpiece The Abominable BrideRejoin Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman as Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson in 1890s London.

9:00 Great Performances The Hollow Crown: Henry VI, Part IEngland is in crisis. War rages and divisions within the English court threaten the crown.

11:00 Inside Poldark Relive the thrilling first two seasons of the swashbuckling romantic series with hints of what's to come!

MONDAY, DEC 12 8:00 Antiques Roadshow

Bismarck, Hour TwoA miniature Japanese china set made for dolls and a Chinese Imperial ceremonial outfit are featured.

9:00 SciTech Now Cutting edge technology used to examine ancient bones. Find out what Penn State scientists are learning about modern humans by using high-tech images of our ancient ancestors.

9:30 Conversations from Penn StateJim Stengel Author and marketing consultant Jim Stengel discusses how ideals drive business growth and branding.

10:00 Greeks Cavemen to KingsThe first draft of Western civilization laid the groundwork for the revolution in human thought.

11:00 Greeks The Good StrifeAs the ancient Greeks strive for excellence, strife proves to be an inescapable certainty.

TUESDAY, DEC 13 8:00 Central Park Five

The miscarriage of justice that followed the rape of a Central Park jogger in 1989 is examined.

10:00 Frontline From Jesus to Christ: The First ChristiansExplores the life of Jesus and depicts on the origins of Christianity using historical evidence.

WEDNESDAY, DEC 14 8:00 Nature

Legendary White StallionsThis story of the famous Lipizzaner stallions focuses on the bond between the horses and caregivers.

9:00 NOVA Mystery of a MasterpieceCutting edge imaging analysis helps tie a striking portrait of a young woman to Leonardo da Vinci.

10:00 Secrets of the Dead Van Gogh's EarThe night when Vincent van Gogh cut his own ear defines his turbulent life and art.

11:00 Charlie Rose

THURSDAY, DEC 15 8:00 Conversations Live!

Revisiting the Heroin EpidemicDrug overdoses in Pennsylvania started to spike in 2011, and much of the increase is due to heroin. Experts now say every community in Pennsylvania has a heroin problem. To join the conversation, email questions to [email protected], tweet @WPSU with the hashtag #WPSUconversations, or call 1-800-543-8242 during the program.

9:00 Father Brown The Mask of the Demon A movie director is murdered during a production of “Demon Brides.”

10:00 Great Performances The Hollow Crown: Henry VI, Part IEngland is in crisis. War rages and divisions within the English court threaten the crown.

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FRIDAY, DEC 16 8:00 Washington Week 8:30 Charlie Rose - The Week 9:00 Penn State Basketball:

Unlocked Lock Haven through Pitt

9:30 Joshua Bell's Seasons of Cuba World-famous violinist Joshua Bell leads an event showcasing musicians from America and Cuba.

10:30 Lidia Celebrates America Holiday for HeroesJoin host Lidia Bastianich for an unforgettable holiday special celebrating our veterans.

11:30 Charlie Rose


Arlington Arts & Crafts / Make Way for the Family

9:30 American Woodshop The Console

10:00 Woodwright's Shop Plain Pine Box

10:30 Woodsmith Shop Compact Bookcase

11:00 Penn State Basketball: Unlocked Lock Haven through Pitt

11:30 Taste of Louisiana with Chef John Folse & CompanyCrabs - Louisa, LA

12:00 Baking with JuliaCraig Kominiak

12:30 Steven Raichlen's Project Smoke Ribs Rock the Smoker

1:00 Pati's Mexican Table Izamal - Gold & God

1:30 Martha Bakes Midwest

2:00 Lucky Chow Ramen Mania

2:30 Garden Smart 3:00 Growing a Greener World

Design Tips for a Small Space Garden

3:30 P. Allen Smith's Garden Home Mighty Micros

4:00 Tracks Ahead LGB Friends

4:30 Painting the Town with Eric Dowdle

5:00 Roadtrip Nation Breaking Down Barriers

5:30 PBS NewsHour Weekend 6:00 Antiques Roadshow

Bismarck, Hour Two 7:00 Vicar of Dibley

Songs of Praise 7:30 Keeping Up Appearances

Senior Citizens' Outing 8:00 Waiting for God 8:30 As Time Goes By

Series 3, Episode 10

9:00 Father Brown The Brewer's Daughter Sid falls for the heiress to a local brewery; and is then arrested for the murder of her father.

10:00 Austin City Limits Sleater-Kinney/Heartless BastardRelish the best in smart indie rock with Seattle veterans Sleater-Kinney and Heartless Bastards.

11:00 Infinity Hall Live CoveredJoan Osborne covers Al Green and Wilson Phillips covers the Mamas and Papas' “California Dreamin'.”

SUNDAY, DEC 18 9:00 Classic Gospel

Gaither Vocal Band: Happy Rhythm

10:00 Religion & Ethics Newsweekly 10:30 Closer to Truth

When Brains Go Bad?11:00 To The Contrary

with Bonnie Erbe Unslut

11:30 Living Smart Igniting Your Life

12:00 Innovations in Medicine 12:30 Healing Quest 1:00 Healthy Body Healthy Mind

Learning about Food Allergies 1:30 Simply Ming

Daniel Boulud 2:00 New Scandinavian Cooking

A Traveller's Bite 2:30 Sara's Weeknight Meals

Chicken Comfort 3:00 America's Test Kitchen

from Cook's Illustrated Pork Kebabs and Steaks Hit the Grill

3:30 Kevin Dundon's Back to Basics Chocolate

4:00 This Old House Hour 5:00 Rough Cut - Woodworking

with Tommy Mac Kitchen Leaf Table with Tom Mclaughlin

5:30 PBS NewsHour Weekend 6:00 SciTech Now

Cutting edge technology used to examine ancient bones. Find out what Penn State scientists are learning about modern humans by using high-tech images of our ancient ancestors.

6:30 Remember Pearl Harbor 8:00 Christmas with the Mormon

Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra Broadway star Laura Osnes and actor Martin Jarvis join the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra.

9:00 Great Performances The Hollow Crown: Henry VI, Part IIBitter rivalries erupt. The feeble King Henry is overshadowed by Queen Margaret.

11:30 European Christmas Markets Visit charming markets in festively decorated cities and towns in Germany, France and Switzerland.


The Best of 20Favorite appraisals include a Navajo Ute First Phase Blanket and a Tang Dynasty marble lion.

9:00 SciTech Now In 1936 there were only 14 elk remaining in Pennsylvania. Today there are more than 1,000. Find out how biologists and hunters are teaming up to preserve the herd.

9:30 Conversations from Penn StateAaron Dworkin – Breaking the Sound BarrierMusician and arts advocate Aaron P. Dworkin discusses the importance of diversity in the arts.

10:00 Greeks Chasing GreatnessAncient Greece's legacy is invoked in Athens and at the steps of the US Supreme Court.

11:00 Charlie Rose

TUESDAY, DEC 20 8:00 White House: Inside Story

Gain access to America's most iconic residence-symbol of national history and icon of democracy.

10:00 Frontline From Jesus to Christ: The First ChristiansExplores the life of Jesus and depicts on the origins of Christianity using historical evidence.


Snow ChickThe incredible journey of one vulnerable and charismatic Emperor penguin chick is showcased.

9:00 NOVA Secrets of Noah's ArkA 3,700-year-old inscribed clay tablet reveals a surprising new version of the Biblical flood story.

10:00 Secrets of the Dead The Lost Gardens of BabylonThe existence, location and construction of the spectacular Hanging Gardens of Babylon are detailed.

11:00 Charlie Rose

This guide indicates scheduled programs at time of publication. Watch WPSU-TV's evening lineups or check the website (wpsu.org/tv/schedules).

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THURSDAY, DEC 22 8:00 Music Theatre Spotlight 2016

Created by WPSU-TV in collaboration with Penn State's nationally acclaimed Music Theatre program, “Spotlight” showcases Penn State seniors from the Schools of Music and Theatre performing popular songs.

9:00 Father Brown The Brewer's DaughterSid falls for the heiress to a local brewery; and is then arrested for the murder of her father.

10:00 Great Performances The Hollow Crown: Henry VI, Part IIBitter rivalries erupt. The feeble King Henry is overshadowed by Queen Margaret.

FRIDAY, DEC 23 8:00 Washington Week 8:30 Charlie Rose - The Week 9:00 Shakespeare Live! from the RSC

Benedict Cumberbatch, Judi Dench, and Ian McKellen mark the life and work of William Shakespeare.

11:00 Charlie Rose


Arlington Arts & Crafts /Foundation Fundamentals

9:30 American Woodshop The Burkhardt Inspired Green Man Chair

10:00 Woodwright's Shop Van Gogh's Chair

10:30 Woodsmith Shop Precision Joinery

11:00 New Fly Fisher Chaudiere Lodge

11:30 Taste of Louisiana with Chef John Folse & CompanyTilapia - Scott, LA

12:00 Baking with JuliaAlice Medrich

12:30 Steven Raichlen's Project Smoke How to Smoke When You Don't Have a Smoker

1:00 Pati's Mexican Table Valladolid - A Day to Explore

1:30 Martha Bakes Northwest

2:00 Lucky Chow Koreatown U.S.A


The New Generation of Farmers: Thinking Big While

3:30 P. Allen Smith's Garden Home Road Trip

4:00 Tracks Ahead Tweetsie Railroad


5:00 Roadtrip Nation Get the Ball Rolling

6:00 Christmas with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra Broadway star Laura Osnes and actor Martin Jarvis join the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra.

7:00 Christmas on the Danube Visit cities along the Danube River and explore stunning European landscape, history, and culture.

7:30 Call the Midwife Holiday Special The Nonnatus House family visit South Africa after they receive an SOS call from a mission hospital.

9:00 Great Performances The Hollow Crown: Richard IIIn his quest for the crown, Richard plans the murder of his brother George.

11:30 Christmas on the Danube Visit cities along the Danube River and explore stunning European landscape, history, and culture.


Birmingham, Hour OneHighlights include hand-colored Andy Warhol lithographs and a Frederic Remington portrait.

9:00 Independent Lens Meet the PatelsA 30 year-old single man from a Hindu family enters the semi-arranged marriage system in America.

10:30 Vicious Holiday SpecialFreddie and Stuart host a holiday soiree. A wicked game of Truth or Dare brings up hidden truths.

11:00 Charlie Rose

TUESDAY, DEC 27 8:00 Eero Saarinen:

American Masters The life of visionary Finnish-American modernist architectural giant Eero Saarinen is explored.

9:00 Frontline ExodusFirst-person stories of refugees and migrants fleeing war and persecution for Europe are shared.

11:00 Charlie Rose


Cold Warriors: Wolves and BuffaloBuffalo and wolves engage in epic life and death dramas across the Wood Buffalo National Park.

9:00 NOVA Building Pharaoh's ChariotArchaeologists, engineers and woodworkers test highly accurate replicas of Egyptian royal chariots.


The Best of 20 7:00 Hugs and Knishes:

A Celebration of Our Jewish Food A range of Jewish families celebrate the importance of food as a cultural connection to the past.

8:00 Happy Holidays with the Boston Pops Celebrate the New England holiday season with the Boston Pops and Tanglewood Festival Chorus.

9:00 Christmas with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and OrchestraBroadway star Laura Osnes and actor Martin Jarvis join the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra.

10:00 Purdue 82nd Anniversary Christmas Show The ensembles of Purdue Musical Organizations perform holiday favorites in West Lafayette, IN.

11:00 Bucknell Candlelight Christmas The Rooke Chapel Choir and Rooke Chapel Ringers perform uplifting sacred music and familiar carols.

SUNDAY, DEC 25 9:00 Christmas Invitation

from Pacific Lutheran University Pacific Lutheran University's holiday tradition rings in the season with a Christmas celebration.

10:00 52nd Annual Wassail Concert at Chapman University Join 150 students and musicians for this holiday concert event at Chapman University.

11:00 Happy Holidays with the Boston Pops Celebrate the New England holiday season with the Boston Pops and Tanglewood Festival Chorus.

12:00 Crane Candlelight Concert Brightest and BestThe Crane Chorus and the Crane Symphony Orchestra present a very special Holiday concert.

1:00 Christmas with Wartburg The Wartburg Choir and Castle Singers celebrates the holiday season with a musical performance.

2:00 Christmas with the Duttons Three generations of family present a joyful affair full of song, dance, comedy and surprises.

3:00 Holidays at Murray State The Murray State University Concert Choir, Wind Ensemble, and Jazz Orchestra perform.

4:00 Eamonn McCrystal: The Music of Christmas Irish tenor Eamonn McCrystal hosts an evening of Christmas music from Belfast's Grand Opera House.

5:00 Christmas at Belmont Kathy Mattea hosts a night of traditional carols, classical masterworks and seasonal favorites.

10:00 Egypt's Treasure Guardians Individuals determined to bring Egypt back from the brink and keep its heritage safe are showcased.

11:00 Charlie Rose

THURSDAY, DEC 29 8:00 Metronome

Filmed in visually interesting locations, this premiere of Metronome introduces viewers to three local groups performing original works.

8:30 Hamilton's America The creation of pop culture Broadway phenomenon Hamilton and the history behind it are explored.

10:00 Great Performances The Hollow Crown: Richard IIIIn his quest for the crown, Richard plans the murder of his brother George.

FRIDAY, DEC 30 8:00 Washington Week 8:30 Charlie Rose -The Week 9:00 Sherlock on Masterpiece

The Abominable BrideRejoin Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman as Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson in 1890s London.

11:00 Charlie Rose


Arlington Arts & Crafts / A Steely Den

9:30 American Woodshop Antique Repair and Restoration Workshop

10:00 Woodwright's Shop Sliding Lid Boxes

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10:30 Woodsmith Shop Adding Details

11:00 New Fly Fisher Stillwater forage

11:30 Taste of Louisiana with Chef John Folse & Company Redfish/Snapper - Caminada Pass

12:00 Baking with JuliaMichel Richard

12:30 Steven Raichlen's Project Smoke Big Bad Beef

1:00 Pati's Mexican Table Isla Mujeres Inspired

1:30 Martha Bakes Southern Classics

2:00 Lucky Chow Northern Thai Cuisine


Compost, Compost Everywhere: How It's Made (Seattle, WA)

3:30 P. Allen Smith's Garden Home Unique Eureka

4:00 Tracks Ahead Images of the Past


5:00 Roadtrip Nation The Door's Wide Open


Birmingham, Hour One 7:00 Music Theatre Spotlight 2016 8:00 Live from Lincoln Center

New York Philharmonic New Year's EveRing in the New Year with a night of American classics, including works by Rodgers and Hammerstein.

9:30 Live from Lincoln Center New York Philharmonic New Year's Eve

11:00 ACL Hall of Fame New Year's Eve Celebrate New Year's Eve as Bonnie Raitt, B.B. King, and Kris Kristofferson join the Hall of Fame.

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