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Blending History TV and Storytelling This month, Antiques Roadshow brings its WGBH producers to our own New Digital broadcast FiOS RCN Cox Charter (Canada) Bell ExpressVu England neighborhood, as it premieres three new episodes produced from a Comcast visit to Rosecliff, a historic Gilded Age mansion in Newport, RI. Filmed both WGBH 2 2.1 2 2 2 2 2 284 outdoors, on the mansion’s expansive grounds, and indoors, in its sumptuous WGBH 2 HD 2.1 802 502 602 1002 782 819 rooms, the Newport episodes mark an exciting new undertaking for the WGBX 44 44.1 16 44 14 804 21 n/a beloved program that blends history, storytelling and the thrill of discovery. The most-watched prime- WGBX 44 HD 44.1 801 544 n/a n/a n/a n/a time PBS series, produced right World 2.2 956 473 94 807 181 n/a here in Boston, Antiques Create 44.3 959 474 95 805 182 n/a Roadshow connects each of us WGBH Kids 44.4 958 472 93 n/a 180 n/a to history. Guests bring pieces of Boston Kids & n/a 22 n/a 3 n/a n/a n/a their own pasts to the show, Family (Boston only) and each item is itself a piece of Channel numbers and availability may vary by community. Contact your provider for our history, like the hand-written more information. note from Jackie Kennedy fea- Comcast subscribers can access selected WGBH programs on WGBH On Demand. tured in the first Newport episode. Items are sometimes rare and valuable, Go to Comcast 1, choose Get Local, then Local Networks. For more programs, go to like the Tiffany vases also seen in the first Newport episode, but more often Comcast 1 and choose History & Nature, then PBS-WGBH. their value lies in the stories they tell, the memories they evoke, and the connections they open up between us and our pasts. Items can also symbolize American ideals, like the Radio promise of opportunity and economic mobility cap- 89.7 WGBH, Boston’s Local NPR® tured in a gold-plated Royal typewriter, presented for a wgbhnews.org job well done. The recipient of the typewriter “had only 89.7 HD1 an eighth-grade education, and he rose to be the 99.5 WCRB national head of sales for a million-dollar company,” classicalwcrb.org marvels Antiques Roadshow Executive Producer 99.5 Boston-NH, 89.7 HD2 Boston, 96.3 Beacon Hill, 88.7 Providence, Marsha Bemko. “There’s always something surprising 90.1 HD2 Cape and Islands and exciting in a Roadshow episode,” she continues. “I love the fact that we WCAI Cape and Islands NPR® Station serendipitously bump into historic moments through the objects guests bring capeandislands.org to us. You really never know who’s going to walk in the door and what incredi- 90.1 Martha’s Vineyard, 91.1 Nantucket, 94.3 Brewster, 89.7 HD3 ble piece of history they’ll bring All stations are available for streaming on wgbh.org/radio. with them.” Mother’s Day weekend provides another opportunity to explore rich local history, with Stay Connected the premiere of our new pro- WGBH Member Hotline 617-300-3300 duction of Louisa May Alcott’s weekdays 9am–5pm, [email protected] classic novel Little Women. 24-Hour Program Feedback Line 617-300-5200 Alcott’s moving story of love, friendship and the challenges of coming of age Leadership Circle Member Line 617-300-3505 in New England during the Civil War receives a fresh new treatment from our [email protected] own Masterpiece team and the BBC. After the conclusion of Little Women, Ralph Lowell Society Hotline 617-300-3900 viewers can stay tuned for an encore presentation of American Masters/Louisa [email protected] May Alcott, which tells the story of Alcott’s life and career amid the intellectual Local Corporate Sponsorship and Advertising 617-300-3783 ferment of 19th-century Boston. [email protected], wgbh.org/sponsorship Each of these special programs weaves together history and storytelling in ways that are the hallmark of public television. Your generous support Mailing address for gifts and correspondence makes these programs possible, and for that, you have my thanks. WGBH Membership, PO Box 55875, Boston, MA 02205-8264
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Celebration of Asian Pacific American Culture Get Ready to Bid! Join us for WGBH’s 10th annual celebration of Asian Pacific American culture with specially selected films and programs airing this month on WGBH 2, WGBX 44 and WGBH World, our national docu- mentary and information channel. This year, the event will spotlight Asian American entrepreneurs who have risen to the top of their respective industries and remain civically engaged in their com- munities. Liz Cheng, general manager of WGBH Television and the World Channel, will moderate the discussion with panelists Yvonne Hao, COO and CFO of Pill Pack, and Ian So, CEO, co-owner and co-founder of Chicken and Rice Guys, along with others who are sure to provide a lively conversation around crucial topics while The WGBH Spring Auction is back—here’s offering real-world advice to attendees. This event is free your chance to win big while supporting and open to the public on Tue, 5/22, 7-9pm at WGBH Studios WGBH! From Tues, 5/1 until Thurs, 5/31, in Brighton. Details on speakers, films and registration can bid on a variety of items, including travel be found at wgbh.org/events. getaways, dining certificates, jewelry, home decor and sports memorabilia. Registration is free. See page 8 of Explore! The Gourmet Ice Cream Bowl for some of this year’s highlights. Info: Who says ice cream is just for kids? As a precursor to the auction.wgbh.org. WGBH Ice Cream FunFest this summer, join us for an adults- only ice cream extravaganza on Wed, 5/23, at WGBH Studios in Brighton. From classic flavors to new and imaginative combinations, The Gourmet Ice Cream Bowl is here to show- The Institute of case the best of the best in homemade New England craft Contemporary Art/Boston ice cream. So grab a spoon and vote for your favorite. We’ll announce the winner at the end of the event for best chocolate, best wild card and people’s choice. Trophies will be awarded at the WGBH Ice Cream FunFest in July. You must be 21 or older with a valid ID to attend this event. A cash bar will be available. This is not a seated event. Info: wgbh.org/events.
WGBH Craft Beer Fest Visit Art in the Age of the internet, 1989 to Can you tell pilsners from pale ales and lagers from stouts? Today and examine how the Internet has Meet your fellow craft beer aficionados at the WGBH Craft radically changed the field of art, especially Beer Festival, and test your taste buds at this popular summer in its production, distribution and reception. event. Sample dozens of brews from 20 of the best breweries This exhibition comprises a broad range in the region while live bands perform on the main stage. of works across a variety of media— Guests enjoy some of Boston’s best eats from local food truck including painting, performance, photog- vendors, and learn more about the brewing process. Stop raphy, sculpture, video and web-based back for updates on participating breweries and food purveyors in the weeks ahead. Admission is projects—that all investigate the exten- $45 for members and $55 for nonmembers. Sat, 7/14, 7-10pm at WGBH Studios in Brighton. You sive effects of the Internet on artistic must be 21 or older with a valid ID to attend this event. Info: wgbh.orb/events. practice and contemporary culture. WGBH PerksConnect members receive $2 off regular museum admission. Valid through WGBH occasionally exchanges its mailing list with other nonprofit organizations. To opt out, please call our Thu, 5/31. Cannot be combined with other \Member Hotline, email us (see page 1) or write: WGBH Member Services, One Guest Street, Boston, MA 02135. offers. Info: icaboston.org.
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Weekdays on 2 Saturdays on 2 and 44 6am Wild Kratts (d) 6am 2 Daniel Tiger’s 6:30 Wild Kratts (d) Neighborhood (d) 44 Sid the Science Kid (d) 7am Ready Jet Go! 6:30 2 Peg + Cat WGBH is bringing you more of the great kids’ programs your family 7:30 The Cat in the Hat Knows 44 Sesame Street a Lot About That! loves! You can catch Wild Kratts, Arthur, Sesame Street and the rest of 7am 2 Kids Special 8am Nature Cat your favorite WGBH kids’ programs all day, every day, 24/7 on the 44 Splash and Bubbles WGBH Kids channel. 8:30 Curious George (d) 7:30 44 Curious George (d) 9am Pinkalicious & Peterrific (d) 8am 2 Splash and Bubbles 6am Fetch! with Ruff 5:30 Ready Jet Go! 9:30 Daniel Tiger’s 44 Nature Cat Ruffman 6pm Nature Cat Neighborhood (d) 8:30 2 Pinkalicious & Peterrific (d) 6:30 Cyberchase (d) 6:30 Nature Cat 10am Daniel Tiger’s 44 Dinosaur Train (d) 7am Cyberchase (d) 7pm Wild Kratts (d) Neighborhood (d) 9am 2 Nature Cat 7:30 WordGirl (d) 7:30 Wild Kratts (d) 10:30 Splash and Bubbles 44 Peg + Cat 8am Arthur (d) 8pm Odd Squad 11am Sesame Street 9:30 2 Ready Jet Go! 8:30 Arthur (d) 8:30 Odd Squad 11:30 Super Why! 44 Wild Kratts (d) 9am The Cat in the Hat Knows 9pm Arthur (d) 12pm Dinosaur Train 10am 2 Wild Kratts (d) a Lot About That! 44 Arthur (d) 9:30 Arthur (d) 12:30 Peg + Cat (d) 9:30 Sesame Street 10:30 44 Odd Squad 10pm Sesame Street 1pm Sesame Street 10am Peg + Cat 10:30 Dinosaur Train 1:30 Splash and Bubbles 10:30 Super Why! Sundays on 2 11pm Dinosaur Train 2pm Curious George (d) 11am Clifford 6am Sid the Science Kid (d) 11:30 Splash and Bubbles 2:30 Pinkalicious & Peterrific (d) 11:30 Caillou 6:30 Splash and Bubbles 12am Daniel Tiger’s 3pm Nature Cat 12pm Sid the Science Kid (d) 7am Peg + Cat (d) Neighborhood 3:30 Wild Kratts (d) 12:30 WordWorld 7:30 Pinkalicious & Peterrific (d) 12:30 Daniel Tiger’s 4pm Wild Kratts (d) 1pm Peep and the Big Neighborhood 8am Curious George (d) 4:30 Curious George (d) Wide World 1am Pinkalicious & 8:30 Nature Cat 1:30 Super Why! Peterrific(d) Weekdays on 44 9am SciGirls 2pm Sesame Street 1:30 Ready Jet Go! 9:30 Cyberchase 2pm Arthur (d) 2:30 Dinosaur Train 2am Nature Cat 10am High School Quiz Show 2:30 Splash and Bubbles 3pm Dinosaur Train 2:30 Nature Cat 10:30 Odd Squad 3pm Curious George (d) 3:30 Splash and Bubbles 3am Wild Kratts (d) 3:30 Curious George (d) 4pm Daniel Tiger’s 3:30 Wild Kratts (d) All programs, unless noted (*), are closed captioned for Neighborhood 4pm Nature Cat viewers who are deaf or hard of hearing. (d) Described 4am Odd Squad 4:30 Daniel Tiger’s 4:30 Odd Squad for viewers who are blind or visually impaired. To access 4:30 Odd Squad video descriptions, activate the second audio program Neighborhood 5am Arthur (d) 5pm Wild Kratts (d) (SAP) on your stereo TV, VCR or DVD player. For more 5pm Pinkalicious & information on WGBH’s services for people with dis- 5:30 Arthur (d) 5:30 Wild Kratts (d) abilities, go to wgbh.org/access. Peterrific(d) 6pm Curious George (d) 6:30 Curious George (d) A Pickle in Pinkville Growing Pains and Gains New episodes of Pinkalicious & Peteriffic find the sister-brother team Daniel finds out that he is going to be a imagining artful solutions to perplexing problems. What do you do big brother! It’s exciting news, but he’ll when nobody is buying your lemonade or when it rains on your have to make some adjustments as the campout? Well, you face the music family prepares for the baby, like sharing and sing—and, of course, you his toys and sharing playtime with Dad. dance—or you paint the town Daniel eventually learns that although pink. Just confront your conundrums having a new sibling is different, it can with creativity! also be really fun. Pinkalicious & Peteriffic Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood New episodes start Mon, 5/14 at Mon, 5/7 at 9:30am on WGBH 2 9am and 2:30pm on WGBH 2
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