May/June 2015 Vol 30 #3 wcte.org

The hero returns. Everything will change. Premiering June 21

WCTE’s Great TV Auction May 28 - 31 & June 4 - 7

June Membership Drive Shows May 30 - June 14

〉 TO ALL THOSE SMILING FACES of the GREAT TV AUCTION Thank You! Thanks to our loyal volunteers who come back year after year and dedicate their energy and enthusiasm. Thanks to our sponsors and the many businesses that contribute merchandise. And thanks to the multitude of bidders who tune in to find terrific deals. You help make what we do possible! See you at the 2015 Auction! Thursday - Sunday, 7pm - 11pm May 28 - 31 & June 4 - 7 Contents Staff & Management Public Television from the Upper Cumberland (931) 528-2222 or (800) 282-9283 Avery Owens Becky Magura Director of Advancement President & CEO Jodi Pitts ~Auction & Special WCTE’s Great TV Auction Watch and Celeste Bennett 4 Events Coordinator Account Manager bid on Thursdays through Sundays, May Cindy Putman ~ Ready to Mary Boring Learn Tools Facilitator 28 - 31 & June 4 - 7 Engineering & Tech. Liaison Hannah Rawiszer Reggie Brown Asst. to the CEO Education & Community The House Budget Defunds Nathaniel Rich 5 Engagement Associate A simple way you can Programming and Master Public Media Desirée Duncan Control Associate Director of Content help protect the future of hundreds of Seth Stanger public television and radio stations. Allison Fox ~ Grant Manager/De- Sales & Development Assistant velopment Assistant Shannon Terry Craig Gray ~ Business Develop- Membership Coordinator 6 June Membership Drive Shows ment Producer Ralph Welch Some musical highlights from our Jenna Hillis ~ Special Events Director of Engineering/ Support Technology special pledge programming, May 30 Craig LeFevre Rick Wells to June 14. Master Control Op Manager Senior Producer/Director Samantha McCowan ~ Special Lee Wray ~ American Gradu- 8 Planting Seeds Presenting the sec- Events Assistant ate Program Manager ond in a series of eight documentaries based on American Graduate. Upper Cumberland Broadcast Council

Jere Hargrove, Chair Dr. Katherine Bertram Tom Janney, Vice Chair Marc L. Burnett On our cover Andrea Burckhard, Secretary Mona Copeland Dr. Wali R. Kharif Joe Albrecht, Treasurer Morris Irby POLDARK Lillian Hartgrove, Past Chair Nina Lunn Based on the novels by Winston Graham, Becky Magura, Jack Stites WCTE Pres. & CEO Kelly Swallows this classic miniseries demonstrates the Mike Galligan Dr. Alan Tatum enduring appeal of a gripping storyline and unforgettable characters. Poldark airs Community in 8 exciting episodes starting in June on Masterpiece. Story on p. 22. Advisory Board Dr. Steve Copeland, DVM Jack Barton Diana Baranowski Lissa Parks Dr. Carl Owens Ben Newman

Program guides Hal L. Harder - Managing Editor  Daytime Programming 9 [email protected] Ready to Learn and weekend guide Contributing Writers Allison Fox & Shannon Terry Primetime Programming 10 For on-air, print and website advertising and Quality PBS evening programs promotion information, contact Avery Owens at p.19 931.528.2222, ext 220 or [email protected] WCTE Close-Up is published bi-monthly. It is mailed to individuals, WCTE-HD Ch. 22.1, WCTE-WORLD SD Ch. 22.2 corporations and foundations who contribute $35 or more to WCTE annually. Third class postage at Cookeville, Tennessee. Phone: & WCTE-Create SD Ch. 22.3 931.528.2222. Schedule is subject to change without notice. Send address changes to WCTE, P.O. Box 2040, Cookeville, Tennessee 38502. Check out the schedule on the website at wcte.org. January/February 2014 | 3 WCTE’s GREAT TV AUCTION Bidding With Becky May 28 - 31 & June 4 - 7, 7pm - 11pm

Becky Magura at an early Auction Picnic WCTE throws for Auction volunteers. The Great TV Auction is a fun community event and an extremely important fund- raiser for WCTE. The funds raised are used to bring established and newly created local The 2015 Auction Coordinating Team L-R: Samantha McCowan, Jenna Hillis & Jodi Pitts content that we share throughout our re- gion, the state and the nation. We produce Practical Tips for Bidding During the Live Broadcast stories about our region and culture, and we How to Bid - To bid on products seen on the Great TV Auction, call the num- are honored to create and share them. ber listed on the bottom of your screen during the live broadcast. One of our Once again, my staff is encouraging me to phone bank operators will be standing by to take your call. host Bidding With Becky Parties from 7-9 pm Express Bidding - The fastest and easiest way to bid is to register for an at Spankies Restaurant in Cookeville. I hope express bid number. Simply call the number listed at the bottom of the screen you will join me the Thursday evenings of during the Great TV Auction to receive your Express Bidder Number. the Auction. It will be Throwback Thursday so bring a friend to look at old auction pho- Bid High - The high bid on the board may not necessarily be the last bid - we tos, watch the auction on a big screen TV on the patio and enjoy food and drink specials. have approximately 20 operators taking bids at any given time, so you’ve got some competition out there. Bid high and leave the timid bidders behind. If we decide to add more Bidding With Becky Overbid Incentives - If you bid higher than the posted retail value of an Parties, we’ll keep you updated on our WCTE Facebook and our website, wcte.org. item, not only do you increase your chances of winning, but if you do win, you’ll receive extra overbid incentives! In addition, Budweiser will match your overbid I hope you will watch, bid and buy on with donations of up to $1,500 to WCTE! Everybody wins when you overbid! WCTE’s Great TV Auction. Thank you!

For more information, go to wcte.org and click on “2015 Great TV Auction.” THE GREAT TV AUCTION BIRD Linus Maurer, an internationally known cartoonist, painter, humor writer and puzzle writer, created the Auction Bird for WCTE for the first Great TV Auction in1983. Linus worked alongside Charles Shultz, creator of the “Pea- nuts” comic strip, as a cartoon instructor. He also wrote and created cartoons and animation for television, films, newspapers and magazine covers. Linus was the inspiration for Shultz’s “Linus” character in his comic strip “Peanuts.” Linus was the neighbor and friend of Becky Magura’s brother Perry and sister-in-law Liz, who live in California. When Linus heard that Becky was helping start a TV Auction for a PBS station, he offered to create the Bird, cartoons and drawings as a gift.

4 | WCTE Close-Up The House Budget Defunds Public Media (from protectmypublicmedia.org)

We’ll start with the bad news first. On March 25, the U.S. House of Representatives passed its annual Budget Reso- lution, calling for an end to federal funding for public media. The Good news? The Senate’s version of the budget does NOT call for eliminating public media funding. So, public media’s in the clear? Not quite.

The House and Senate will have to iron out the differences between their respective spending plans, the joint Budget Resolution. The joint Budget Resolution sets the overall spending limit for the federal government, and then gives each Congressional Subcom- mittee that writes the funding bills a spending limit. WHAT’S AT STAKE? The public airwaves. Without federal funding, the operation of hundreds of public televi- sion and radio stations, including WCTE, would be in jeopardy. The programs you adore today might not be there tomorrow. And the next generation might never get to know the public TV kids line-up that helped us get ready for school. ALL FOR THE PRICE OF A CUP OF COFFEE PER YEAR Public media funding is such a small part of the federal budget. In fact, it’s about one hundredth of one percent of the federal budget – around $1.35 per American citizen - the price of a cup of coffee/year. Eliminat- ing this funding wouldn’t impact our national debt, but it would be really bad for our stations. AN EASY WAY TO EMAIL YOUR MEMBERS OF CONGRESS ... in support of public media funding today, and tell your like-minded public media listening and viewing friends, family and neighbors to do the same. Go to: protectmypublicmedia.org Click on the “TAKE ACTION” button. When you type in your zip code, it will give you a pre-written letter (which you can modify if you want). You can check off the names of your Senators and Representative you wish to receive it. When you fill in your sender information and press “SEND,” your voice will be heard!

May/June 2015 | 5 COMING ATTRACTIONS A few musical highlights from our June membership drive , MAY 30 ~ JUNE 14. ***For more June Membership listings, see the asterisked shows in the program guide, pages 14 -19.

My Music: Country Pop Legends

The greats of country pop unite to perform their biggest and most-loved hit recordings from the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s. Country music legend Roy Clark hosts this emotional trip down three decades of memory lane. Performances from Glenn Camp- bell, Crystal Gayle, Hank Locklin, Bill Anderson, BJ Thomas, the Bellamy Brothers, the Browns and more are intermixed with clas- sic full-length vintage archival gems from the vaults. June 1 - 7pm, June 2 - 11pm, June 7 - 3:30pm.

Burt Bacharach’s Best (My Music)

Celebrate legendary songwriter Burt Bacharach, with host Rob- ert Wagner introducing archival performances by the original artists who made the music famous, including Dionne Warwick (“Walk On By,” “I Say a Little Prayer”), B.J. Thomas (“Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head”), The Carpenters (“Close to You”), The Fifth Dimension (“One Less Bell to Answer”), Dusty Springfield (“The Look of Love”), Herb Alpert (“This Guy’s in Love With You”) and many more. June 12 - 9pm, June 13 - 5pm, June 14 - 7pm.

John Sebastian presents Folk Rewind

Back by popular demand, “John Sebastian Presents: Folk Rewind” focuses on the greatest singers and songwriters of the classic 1950s and 1960s folk era. Presented by the lead singer of The Lovin’ Spoonful (“Do You Believe In Magic”), this program features a treasure trove of historical footage that has not been seen in more than four decades, plus new performances by artists who are still appearing in concert today. June 8 - 7pm, June 13 - 8pm, June 14 - 5pm.

Support your Upper Cumberland PBS station by becoming a Sustaining Member today and make sure that your favorite programs stay on the air! Simply set up your checking account or credit card to make an automatic monthly contribution, and support your public broadcasting for years to come. Choose any amount that works for you, whether $5 a month, $10 a month, or more. By spreading your contributions throughout the year, it’s easier on your budget — and since your membership is automatically renewed, it’s easier on your memory too!

6 | WCTE Close-Up The Tenors: Under One Sky The Tenors have created new arrange- ments for some of the world’s most be- loved songs, including Eric Clapton’s “Tears in Heaven,” Bill Withers’ “Lean on Me,” and Queen’s “Who Wants to Live Forever.” They also perform some of their original com- positions of the classics “Besame Mucho” and “Granada.” The result is a concert of powerful voices, angelic harmonies and world-class arrangements. June 10 - 7pm, June 12 - 11:30pm June 14 - 8:30pm.

My Music: Sister Acts From the Boswell Sisters of the 1920s and 30s to the Andrews Sisters, who emerged during the Big Band era, sister acts have been popular in radio, film, stage and re- cord performances. These sweethearts of song appealed to listeners of all ages at a time when families would gather to enjoy entertainment together. The program and event are hosted by Kathy Lennon (Len- non Sisters) and Tina Cole (actress). May 31 - 5:30 pm, June 3 - 8:30pm.

Invest in WCTE during our Membership Drive by picking up the phone and calling1-800-818-2338 or go online to wcte.org/memberdrive

May/June 2015 | 7 GROWING EDUCATION: PLANTING SEEDS Airing May 21 - 8:30 pm & 10pm; May 24 - 5pm; June 16 - 10:30pm; June 26 - 10:30pm; June 28 - 5:30pm.

lanting Seeds is the second documentary in WCTE’s PAmerican Graduate series, Growing Education. This episode focuses on education from the very beginning of a child’s life, and how parents and caregivers make the biggest impact on a child’s lifelong learning. Mental development, socio-economic issues, and health topics are discussed. Local parents, families, and educators share stories for success and learning resources for these critical first stages in a child’s education. For more information about the American Graduate initiative, visit wcte.org/amgrad Todd & Nicole Brim with their daughter Cora, educators & parents in Cookeville

Join WCTE Ready To Learn as we celebrate National Summer Learning Day during the TTU Oakley STEM Center’s Longest Day of the Year event! Saturday, June 20 7:00-10:00 p.m. Tennessee Tech University Oakley STEM Center

• Discover educational PBS Kids mobile apps and online games. Get free PBS Kids apps to use on your mobile devices. • Meet one of your favorite PBS Kids characters. • Learn about seasons and why we have the summer solstice—the longest day of the year. • Use telescopes, solarscopes, and more to explore the mysteries of space! This family-centered educational event is FREE and open to the public.

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Weekdays & Ready to Learn

5:00 AM Sit and Be Fit 1:00 PM Sesame Street 5:30 AM Classical Stretch 1:30 PM Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About 6:00 AM Odd Squad That 6:30 AM Wild Kratts 7:00 AM Curious George 2:00 PM Clifford The Big Red Dog

7:30 AM Curious George 2:30 PM Curious George 8:00 AM Daniel Tiger 3:00 PM Arthur 8:30 AM Daniel Tiger 9:00 AM Sesame Street 3:30 PM Odd Squad 10:00 AM Dinosaur Train 4:00 PM Wild Kratts 10:30 AM Space Racers 11:00 AM Peg + Cat 4:30 PM Wild Kratts

11:30 AM Peg + Cat 5:00 PM Martha Speaks 5:30 PM 12:00 PM Super Why Nightly Business Report Hannah Rawiszer 12:30 PM Thomas & Friends 6:00 PM PBS NewsHour Executive Assistant to the CEO & Special Projects Saturdays Born in New York State, Hannah grew “My immediate goal is to absorb and up in Florida. In 1999, she followed her experience how WCTE serves the peo- 5:00 AM Barney & Friends 12:00 PM America’s Test Kitchen parents to Cumberland County. ple of this region, and what the station 5:30 AM Angelina Ballerina: 12:30 PM Cook’s County means to the communities it serves. My “It took a while for Tennessee to grow The Next Steps long term goals relate to education and 1:00 PM A Chef’s Life on me. I was a Florida girl – water, sun 6:00 AM Curious George working with PBS.” sand. Then I started hiking and really 6:30 AM Curious George 1:30 PM Tennessee Crossroads getting into the beauty of the area. Ten- In addition to her assistant duties, 7:00 AM Daniel Tiger 2:00 PM Tennessee Wildside nessee is home to me now.” Hannah is working on special projects. Currently she is conducting a SWOT 7:30 AM Daniel Tiger 2:30 PM Live Green Tennessee Hannah started her career in banking analysis at WCTE - a useful technique 8:00 AM Sesame Street and then taught high school German 3:00 PM Volunteer Gardener for measuring strengths, weaknesses, 8:30 AM Dinosaur Train and English for 6 years before going opportunities and threats. This will help 3:30 PM P. Allen Smith’s to TTU to earn her PhD in Exceptional 9:00 AM This Old House the station make more informed and 4:00 PM America’s Heartland Learning with a concentration in strategic business decisions. She is also 9:30 AM Ask This Old House literacy. While she took classes, she helping our Education team evalu- 10:00 AM Hometime 4:30 PM Motorweek worked as a graduate assistant teach- ate the qualitative component of our 10:30 AM Various Woodworking 5:00 PM Sewing w Nancy ing Masters level research and teacher American Graduate grant. Shows education courses. She graduated in 5:30 PM Fons and Porter’s When asked what she does for fun, 11:00 AM Rick Steves’ Europe May of 2014. Love of Quilting something that not many people may 11:30 AM Martha Stewart’s So why is Dr. Hannah Rawisz- know about, she replied... Cooking School 6:00 PM Lawrence Welk er so enthusiastic about work ing as an executive assistant “I like to be upside down. You Sundays to WCTE’s Becky Magura? know, handstands, headstands. I practice yoga and I like to be 5:00 AM Sid the Science Kid 10:30 AM Odd Squad “I grew up watching PBS for upside down any chance I get. 5:30 AM Peg + Cat 11:00 AM Dr. Bob Show educational reasons. I’m not 6:00 AM Curious George Inversions are important. They’re 11:30 AM McLaughlin Group opposed to starting some- good for your thyroid, heart, 6:30 AM Curious George 12:00 PM Charlie Rose: The Week thing new and the education- eyesight... there are a number of 7:00 AM Daniel Tiger al mission of WCTE is close to health benefits.” 7:30 AM Daniel Tiger 12:30 PM To the Contrary with my heart. It is an organization 8:00 AM Sesame Street Bonnie Erbe of community minded, caring If you happen to find yourself at 8:30 AM Dinosaur Train 1:00 PM Lawrence Welk Show individuals who put a great WCTE and enter Hannah’s office, 9:00 AM Dinosaur Train deal of value on educating don’t be surprised to find her 9:30 AM Peg + Cat 2:00 PM Classic Gospel people through programs standing on her head. She is, no 10:00 AM Cat in the Hat 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM - Various PBS Shows and community events.” doubt, strategizing.

May/June 2015 | 9 Primetime / May 1 - 11 *Schedule subject to change

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photo by Jim Dillon

Tara Brown & Becky Magura at WCTE’s Annual Dinner One on One with Becky Magura Sun., 5/10 at 6:30pm; Thurs., 5/14 at 8:30pm; Sun., 5/17 at 6:30pm; Sun., 5/24 at 6:30 pm; Tues., June 16 at 10:00pm. Becky’s guest for May is Tara Brown. Known as The Connection Coach, Tara holds a Master’s Degree in Administration and Supervision and is a leading expert in empowering educators to invest in today’s youth by making positive con- nections with students. During her 25+ years as an educator, she has worked with students and teachers from all walks of life and won both the Pioneer and Teacher of the Year Awards in 2006. Recently, Tara spoke to regional educators at WCTE’s Annual Dinner encouraging them to reach their students, “one connection at a time.”

THE ROOSEVELTS: AN INTIMATE HISTORY from Ken Burns returns for 7 nights, Tuesdays May 5 - June 16 at 7pm

May/June 2015 | 11 Primetime / May 12 - 22

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AMERICAN MASTERS American Ballet Theatre: A History Friday, May 15 “The story of American Ballet Theatre, and the breath- taking rise of dance in the U.S. over the last three- quarters of a century, is one of the most inspiring stories in the cultural world,” commented Ric Burns, the show’s producer. “Ballet is the most poignantly ephemeral and expressive of all the arts, both earth- bound and transcendent. And ABT, indisputably one of the greatest dance companies in the world, has torn down an incredible number of barriers, welcom- ing choreographers of every kind and dancers from around the world.” The program chronicles the rise of the company from its earliest days as a small, financially struggling col- lective, to its pinnacle as one of the most respected and revered dance companies in the world. Ric Burns was given unprecedented access to the company and shot hundreds of hours of original footage, including dramatic live performances in Paris and Havana, gruel- ing rehearsals at ABT’s flagship studio in New York City and slow-motion captures at Kaatsbaan International Dance Center in Tivoli, N.Y. The documentary features iconic dances by nine ABT dancers, including Copeland, Murphy, Seo, Gomes, Isabella Boylston, Herman Cornejo, Daniil Simkin, Joseph Gorak and Cory Stearns, chosen for their diversity and breadth of talent to illustrate the ABT dancers’ formidable technicality, intricate artistry and nuanced emotion. Captured at up to 2,500 frames per second, the film brings to life even the smallest of movements and a new dimension to the understanding of the extraordinary efforts made in the perfection of form. Combined with hundreds of carefully curated stills from archives across the country, the documentary provides a comprehensive inside look at American Ballet Theatre and the world of professional ballet. May/June 2015 | 13 Primetime / May 23 - June 2

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NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT Sunday, May 24 Honoring our American heroes for over 25 years, the NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT pays tribute to the service and sacrifice of our men and women in uniform, their families at home and all those who have given their lives for our country. Joe Mantegna and Gary Sinise co-host the 26th annual broadcast of this night of remembrance that airs live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol before an audience of hundreds of thousands, millions at home and to our troops around the world via American Forces Network.

JAMMIN AT HIPPIE JACK’S SPRING MUSIC FESTIVAL MAY 21, 22, 23 & 24 CRAWFORD, TENNESSEE tickets at jamminathippiejacks.com

May/June 2015 | 15 Primetime / June 3 -13

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The Homefront Monday, May 25 More than two million men and women serve in America’s all-volunteer military force, and another three million are their husbands, wives, sons and daughters. Over the course of two long wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, their stories and the service of these military families have often been overlooked. In a revealing two-hour documentary special pre- sented by Bob Woodruff, The Homefront will bring the true stories of these military families to our WCTE and PBS audience. With unprecedented access and filmed over 14 months, The Homefront creates a series of intimate portraits — following families through the difficul- ties of deployment, the joys of homecoming, and the challenges of reintegrating as a family after many months apart. Viewers will meet a cross-section of America’s military community: Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, and Airmen, some in the active duty force, and some in the National Guard and Reserve. Representing many ranks, and drawn from across the country, these families illustrate what it means to serve. From an Army Staff Sergeant torn between family and military duty, to a Marine Gunnery Sergeant struggling to reconnect with his wife and children after a long deployment, to a Navy Command Master Chief whose husband has given up his own career to raise their children, The Homefront reveals that in the military, family life is never routine. The military lifestyle is one that most Americans will never experience — and may never even encounter. Now more than ever it is important to understand these families and their story — one of pride, patrio- tism, sacrifice and resilience.

May/June 2015 | 17 Primetime / June 14 -24

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FIRST PEOPLES: AMERICA Wednesday, June 24 As early humans spread out across the world, their toughest challenge was colonizing the Americas because a huge ice sheet blocked the route. It has long been thought that the first Americans were Clovis people, who arrived 13,000 years ago. But an underwa- ter discovery in Mexico suggests people arrived earlier — coming by boat, not on foot. How closely related were these early Americans to today’s Native Ameri- cans? It’s an emotive issue, involving one of the most controversial fossils in the world, Kennewick Man.

FIRST PEOPLES: AFRICA Wednesday, June 24 200,000 years ago, a new species, Homo sapiens, ap- peared on the African landscape. While scientists have long imagined eastern Africa as a real-life Garden of Eden, the latest research suggests humans evolved in many places across the continent at the same time. Now, the DNA of a 19th-century African-American slave reveals that during the early days of our species, our ancestors continued meeting, mating and hybrid- izing with other human types in Africa — creating ever greater diversity within us.

May/June 2015 | 19 Primetime / June 25 - 30

WCTE WELCOMES TWO NEW BOARD MEMBERS Joe Albrecht - After serv- Kelly Swallows - Kelly has ing 6 years as a trustee for been an active member of the WCTE, Joe took a brief break WCTE Community Advisory and has agreed to return Board for several terms of ser- to our governing Board as vice. She is the Race Director Treasurer. He is a strong be- for WCTE’s Run for Your Mama liever in what WCTE brings and was the host of WCTE’s 60 to the Upper Cumberland minute documentary, Discover and he brings community the Upper Cumberland. She also partnerships as well as the volunteers for the Auction and skill sets of a strong business the Haunted Half Marathon. mind and experience to our “Kelly is tireless in her service work. to the community. When “Joe’s knowledge and experi- she takes on a task, she gives ence in finance, marketing, 110% and it is always with the media and civic leadership is benefit of others in mind. She invaluable to WCTE’s future. is a successful business woman, Joe is a visionary and can see a bright future for the station with mother, wife, fitness instructor and community connector. As we the right investments and efficiencies exemplary in successful utilize public media to build a better environment for children businesses,” commented WCTE’s CEO and fellow Board Member and families in the Upper Cumberland, we are excited to have Becky Magura. “We are thrilled to have Joe return as a member of Kelly’s enthusiasm, talent, energy, wisdom and insight on our the UCBC Executive Board of Trustees.” Board of Trustees,” said Becky Magura. 20 | WCTE Close-Up Zooming in for a Close-Up

Alison Kraus & Dan Tyminski In Performance at the White House: Gospel Music Friday, June 26 The evening includes performances by Bishop Rance Allen, Pastor Shirley Caesar, Rodney Crowell, Aretha Franklin, Rhiannon Giddens, Emmylou Harris, Darlene Love, Lyle Lovett, Tamela Mann, the Morgan State University Choir and Michelle Williams. In Performance at the White House: Country Music Friday, June 26 Enjoy performances by Lauren Alaina, The Band Perry, Dierks Bentley, Alison Krauss, Kris Kristofferson, Lyle Lovett, Mickey, Darius Rucker and James Taylor. JOIN US FOR A FREE SCREENING AT CPAC (10 E. Broad St, Cookeville) The concert honors the rich history and resilience of this uniquely American musical form with perfor- mances tracing the history of country music.

Sunday, May 3 at 6pm Filipino American Richard Adams and Australian Tony Sullivan met in 1971 and fell in love. In April 1975, they became one of the first same-sex couples in the world to be legally married. Richard immediately filed for a green card for Tony based on their marriage. But unlike most heterosexual married couples who file petitions for green cards, Richard received a denial letter from the Immigration and Naturalization Service stating, ”You have failed to establish that a bona fide marital relationship can exist between two faggots.” Last Tango In Halifax

This is the story of their 40 year fight for justice, paving the way for the Season 3 eventual defeat of the Defense of Marriage Act. Premieres, June 28

May/June 2015 | 21 lmost 40 years ago Captain Ross Poldark galloped across the TV screens of millions of PBS viewers, vexing villains and winning A female hearts in one of MASTERPIECE’s earliest hit series, Poldark. Now the gallant captain rides again in a thrilling new version with all the action, adventure, and romance of the original, plus even more spectacular Cornish scenery! Premiering Sunday, June 21 at 8pm Encore Episodes Airing Wednesdays at 10pm ASTERPIECE’s new series pulsive as he is to share the twists opens with a prologue and turns of this eventful new life. Min Virginia in 1781, when Based on a beloved series of books Captain Poldark’s regiment is am- by Winston Graham, the series bushed by the local militia fighting stars Irish heartthrob Aidan Turner for independence. After the war (The Hobbit) as the swashbuckling and with a scar across his face as Ross Poldark and Eleanor Tomlin- a souvenir, he makes the voyage son (Death Comes To Pemberley) as home to Cornwall, where his real the fiery Demelza. struggle begins. An action packed, bodice-ripping romantic saga set in the gorgeous For one thing, everyone assumes Cornish landscape, Poldark is a tra- Poldark has been killed in action. ditional fan favorite that makes for On seeing him, they react as if How little they know this headstrong an entertaining Sunday evening. It is meeting a ghost. And he might as adventurer! Poldark immediately small wonder that viewers voted the well be dead, since his inheritance goes to work paying off his father’s original Poldark series one of the top from his father is almost worthless, debts, repairing his property, and re- ten programs in MASTERPIECE’s first Elizabeth has forsaken him, and all opening his abandoned copper mine, 35 years. Now a new generation can the local gentry urge him to leave the which either holds his salvation or his delight in the exploits of a romantic region to make his fortune elsewhere. ruin. And he finds someone just as im- hero like no other. 22 | WCTE Close-Up Program Sponsors From the 2015 WCTE/PBS ANNUAL DINNER Advanced Clean- Cumberland County County Antiques ing Service Playhouse Roadshow (Sat.) Celebrating Education for a Lifetime Call The Midwife Prime Time Silver Angels As- All Safe Self Storage DeKalb Animal Clinic sorted Programming Business & Charlie Rose: The Smart Play WCTE Professional Member Week and NOVA Kids’ Club Allergy Associates DeKalb Community Stonehaus Winery The Dr. Bob Show Hospital Prime Time Prime Time Appalachian Center D.T. McCall & Sons TDEC Radon Aware- for Craft Assorted Assorted Programming ness Live Green Progamming Tennessee BB&T Legge Insur- Family Foot Center Tennessee Depart- ance Charlie Rose: Assorted Programming ment of Agriculture The Week Frontier Commu- Live Green Tennessee Beltone The Lawrence nications Assorted Tennessee Tech Uni- Welk Show (Sat.) and Programming versity High School Academic Bowl Classic Gospel Go Advertising Prime Ben Lomand Connect Time The Law Offices of Cat in the Hat photobombs a group shot. Bluegrass Under- Galligan & Newman ground Grade-A Catering Bluegrass Under- Prime Time ground (Mon.) & Jam- Cannon Cty Cham- Historic Rugby min at Hippie Jack’s ber of Commerce (Thurs) Antiques Roadshow Tennessee Crossroads (Mon) (Th.) The Little Gym of Cookeville Assorted City of Cookeville Home Caregivers Children’s Program- Prime Time Assorted Program- ming ming City of Crossville Twin Lakes Tele- Prime Time Jackson County Chamber of Com- phone Cooperative Companion CPA merce Tennessee Assorted Programming Group Crossroads (Sat.) UNC Greensboro Becky & Lillian Hartgrove Dr. Kathleen Airhart & Becky The Fitzgeralds & Becky Masterpiece and McMinnville Electric Prime Time PBS NewsHour System Bluegrass Upper Cumberland Cookeville-Putnam Underground (Thurs.) Tourism Association Cty Chamber of MidSouth Sewing Discover the Upper Commerce Sewing with Nancy Cumberland and Prime Prime Time Time R-Cubed Environ- Cookeville Regional mental Solutions Uplands Village Medical Center As- Prime Time Assorted Programming sorted Programming Security Federal Sav- USDA Cumberland Auto ings Bank Bluegrass Live Green Tennessee Center Tennessee Underground (Mon.) UCDD Medicare Part Crossroads (Sat.) and Signature Health- D Extra Help Assorted Rick Steves’ Europe CARE of Fentress Programming

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