tpt Magazine - January 2009

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Imagination, inspiration, creation: it ’s what drives tinkerers, inventors and do-it-yourselfers the world over. And in January, a National Productions presents Make: – the DIY series for a new generation – through public television stations nationwide and on the web at www.makezine.tv.

Based on the popular Make magazine, the show taps into what is called the “Maker Movement,” a new DIY techno-trend sweeping the country. The New York Times has dubbed the Maker Movement, “An insurgency of the inventive, the curious and the technologically restless.” The transition to T V brings the magazine’s creations to life.

Make: showcases inventors and provides how-to instruction; it encourages people to take apart machines and computers and reconfigure them for new uses and shows them how to replace expensive technology with af fordable

homemade creations.

What kind of creations? Well, there’s the digital T V antenna made out of coat hangers, a kite-mounted camera that takes stunning aerial photographs, and the VCR-powered cat feeder that feeds kit ty while you’re at work.

“It ’s all about innovation,” says Richard Hudson, Director of Science Production at a and Executive Producer of Make: “It ’s about get ting people excited, and having them use their own imagination to explore, create, and – well – make.”

Each episode begins with a profile; these are the inventors, ar tists, geeks and just plain everyday folks who mix new and old technology to create new-fangled marvels. Then,

workshop host John Park shows step-by-step how to make that week ’s creation – from the outrageous to the practical. The shows wrap up with tips and inspiration from real-life "Makers".

Major funding for Make: is provided by Geek Squad. Robert Stephens, Geek Squad Founder and Chief Inspector says, "From my perspective, it's no accident that the moon landing and Star Wars were followed by the first Apple Macintosh. When you make science and technology interesting, you spark innovation."

“The passion in the Maker movement is completely contagious,” says Hudson. “Everybody’s got a bit of the Maker spirit of curiosity and discovery. If you have an imagination, wonder about technology, or if you just like cool stuf f – you’ll love Make:”

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P r o g r a m s C h e d u l e

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Jan 1-4 page 7

Jan 5-9 pages 8-9

Jan 10-11 page 10

Jan 12-15 page 14

Jan 16-18 pages 15-16

Jan 19-22 page 20

Jan 23-25 page 21

Jan 26-29 page 26

Jan 30-31 page 27

Primetime highlights

Jan 1-4 page 6

Jan 5-11 page 8

Jan 12-18 page 12

Jan 19-25 page 19

Jan 26-31 page 25

Programs a-l page 30

Programs m-z page 31

kids Programming and special

Features pages 16-17

Jan highlights page 18

Politics highlight page 23

Tom holter interview page 28

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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGEThis February, television will see the biggest change in its history with the transition to digital TV. And a is launching a new family of services to make full use of all that digital technology has to offer.

First is the new line-up of digital channels that will be in place – beginning at midnight on the morning of February 18, 2009. Thanks to new technology, all of our channels will be designated as “Channel 2-x”. The channels are: • 2-1 a 2 in High Definition, featuring 11 ½ hours of daily educational programming for children and the best in PBS prime-time programs.

• 2-2 a MN, The Minnesota Channel, featuring the best in local and regional public television, plus live coverage of the Minnesota Legislature.

• 2-3 a life, a new channel featuring a mix of lifestyle and how-to programming, encore presentations of PBS programs, and favorites like Charlie Rose and the BBC World News.

• 2-4 a WX, full-time MNDOT weather radar.

It is not just our TV channels that will change. We are also making a commitment to the world of on-line and on-demand media. Among those services will be:

• The Minnesota Video Vault, an online on-demand service launching later this year, that will contain hundreds of programs from the a archives: classic interviews and performances from Nighttimes Variety, Newsnight Minnesota and Almanac as well as a broad cross-section of a documentaries. Also included will be current a productions, as well as programs from other regional public television stations.

• Working with PBS, a will soon expand on-demand offerings – both online and via cable – to include favorite PBS series. This is in addition to the existing on-demand services available through PBS KIDS Sprout (via cable) and PBS KIDS GO! (online).

We will be serving more people, more often, and reaching them with more services than ever before. And we are working toward serving them on their own terms – making access available anytime, anywhere, to anyone. In all, the future is incredibly exciting. We look forward sharing it with you!

" We w i l l b e s e rv i n g m o re

p e o p l e , m o re o f t e n , a n d

re a ch i n g t h e m w i t h m o re

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A NEW FAMILY OF SERVICES

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7:00 arThur reading rainbow

7:30 wordgirl misTer rogers' neighborhood

8:00 animalia Thomas & Friends

8:30 dragonFlyTv bob The builder

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WESTON PROjECT A deck-fastening system on the back porch and underground tanks for rainwater harvesting are set.

almanaCMinnesota politics and public affairs, served with a twist.

7:30

8:00 JaCk benny: Comedy in bloom The chronological story of one of the most beloved American entertainers of the 20th century.

washingTon weekRoundtable discussion of major news events, hosted by Gwen Ifill.

8:30 now on PbsGo behind the headlines with PBS’ weekly news program, hosted by David Brancaccio.

9:00 JaCkie gleason - genius aT work In the golden era of television, Jackie Gleason was king.

bill moyers JournalWeekly public affairs show hosted by one of the country’s most recognized journalists.

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10:00 keePing uP aPPearanCes Hyacinth fears that the tumultuous lives of her family members will cast a pall on her carefully polished image.

The red green show THE DRIVING LESSON Harold fails his driving test again and makes another wrong turn in getting help from Red.

10:30 are you being served? SWEET SMELL OF SUCESS Mrs. Peacock finds Captain Peacock without his pants, because he has spilled perfume on them.

The red green show THE TAX REFUND Red’s tax refund may be too good to be true. A boat and trailer are made into an amphibious car.

11:00 globe Trekker NORTHERN FRANCE Ian visits the beautiful walled city of San Malo and the solemn battle-fields of the D-Day beaches.

easTendersSonia tells the police Phil snatched Lou.

11:30 easTendersThe police question Phil about Lisa.

January 1-4HiGHliGHTS

Moody B lues a t the Roya l A lber t Ha l l The music of The Moody Blues has spanned many generations – touching people's emotions with songs about life experiences. Join them as they sing many of their classic hits such as "Nights in White Satin," "The Story in

Your Eyes" and "Tuesday Afternoon." 2 Saturday, January 3, 10:15pm

Nature The Gor i l la K ing Among the mountain gorillas of Rwanda, Titus reigns as king. His triumphant story is recounted by researchers and conservationists as they share their memories and archival footage of him, from his days as a newborn to his rise to power as a silverback.

2 Sunday, January 4, 7pm

The B ig ShowBroadcast NewsWilliam Hurt, Albert Brooks and Holly Hunter star in this romantic comedy which was nominated for seven Academy Awards. They are journalists struggling with work and love and trying to keep their sanity amid the hectic life of TV news.

2 Saturday, January 3, 8pm

Independent LensOperat ion Fi lmmakerIn this surprising allegory of America's involvement in Iraq, an Iraqi film student, Muthana Mohmed – whose school was destroyed by American bombs – lands a dream job working on a Hollywood movie. On set, expectations and cultural misunderstandings collide, launching him on a journey more complicated than he ever anticipated.


17 Monday, January 5, 8pm

Masterpiece ClassicTess of the D’Urbervilles

This new adaptation of Thomas Hardy’s heartbreaking novel centers on Tess

D'Urbeyfield, a magnificent and spirited heroine. Betrayed by one man and

forsaken by another, Tess must face poverty, love, and the strict norms of the

day. The cast in this four-hour miniseries includes Gemma Arterton (Quantum of

Solace) as Tess, Hans Matheson (Doctor Zhivago) as her seducer, Alec, and Ed-

die Redmayne (Elizabeth: The Golden Age) as Angel, the man she loves.

2 Part 1 – Sunday, January 4, 8pm; Part 2 – Sunday, January 11, 8pm

17 Part 1 – friday, January 9, 8pm; Part 2 – friday, January 16, 8pm

THUR 1.1 FRI 1.2 7:00P a viewer FavoriTes Janis ian live From

grand CenTer The legendary Grammy award-win-ning singer songwriter performs 15 songs from her 40-year career. 7:30

8:00 mysTery! MISS MARPLE, SERIES I: WHAT MRS. MCGILLICUDDY SAW While on a rail trip, Elspeth McGillicuddy (Pam Ferris, “Pollyanna”) sees a murder on a passing train, but the police find no body. (Part 1 of 2)

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WESTON PROjECT A deck-fastening system on the back porch and underground tanks for rainwater harvesting are set.


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8:00 JaCk benny: Comedy in bloom The chronological story of one of the most beloved American entertainers of the 20th century.



9:00 JaCkie gleason - genius aT work In the golden era of television, Jackie Gleason was king.


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10:00 keePing uP aPPearanCes Hyacinth fears that the tumultuous lives of her family members will cast a pall on her carefully polished image.

The red green show THE DRIVING LESSON Harold fails his driving test again and makes another wrong turn in getting help from Red.

10:30 are you being served? SWEET SMELL OF SUCESS Mrs. Peacock finds Captain Peacock without his pants, because he has spilled perfume on them.

The red green show THE TAX REFUND Red’s tax refund may be too good to be true. A boat and trailer are made into an amphibious car.

11:00 globe Trekker NORTHERN FRANCE Ian visits the beautiful walled city of San Malo and the solemn battle-fields of the D-Day beaches.

easTendersSonia tells the police Phil snatched Lou.


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ameriCa’s TesT kiTChen FEEDING A CROWD, ITALIAN-STYLE

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12:30 The viCTory garden Plant the right tree for the right spot.

1:00 a year aT kew A look at the UK’s Royal Botanic Gardens.

1:30 riCk sTeves’ euroPe ISTANBUL

2:00 rudy maxa’s world BANGKOK, THAILAND

2:30 anTiQues roadshow Fyi Revisit Roadshow favorites.

3:00 arT wolFe’s Travels To The edge THE MAKING OF TRAVELS TO THE EDGE

3:30 wild ChroniCles Meet conservationists who protect elephants.

4:00 globe Trekker DEEP SOUTH U.S.A. Ian Wright visits the Smoky Mountains and Memphis during Elvis week.

JaCkie gleason - genius aT work In the golden era of television, Jackie Gleason was king.

5:00 aFriCa Trek DESTINATION GALILEE

JaCk benny: Comedy in bloom The chronological story of one of the most beloved American entertainers of the 20th century.

5:30 homeTime BASEMENT FLOORING

6:00 The This old house hour WESTON PROjECT Tanks for rainwater harvesting are set.

sPain...on The road againEnjoy the best of Spain’s cuisines and cultures with Gwyneth Paltrow, Mario Batali and Mark Bittman.

7:00 anTiQues roadshow MILWAUKEE, WI Discoveries include a unique Persian rug and valuable game baseballs.

naTure THE GORILLA KING Recalls the life of Titus the gorilla, from his newborn days to his rise to power.

8:00 The big show BROADCAST NEWS William Hurt, Albert Brooks and Holly Hunter portray TV news-people struggling with work and love. (135 minutes)

masTerPieCe ClassiC TESS OF THE D’URBERVILLES Thomas Hardy’s heartbreaking story of a spirit-ed woman, betrayed by one man and forsaken by another. (Part 1 of 2)

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10:00 (10:15) moody blues aT The royal alberT hall This concert from the Royal Albert Hall proves once again that the band’s music is timeless.

indePendenT lens OPERATION FILMMAKER After his school is destroyed by American bombs an Iraqi film student works on a Hollywood movie.

11:30 (11:35) The red green show Harold fails his driving test again.

P.o.v. MY COUNTRY, MY COUNTRY Filmmaker Laura Poitras’s extraordinarily intimate portrait of Iraqis living under U.S. occupation.

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THUR 1.1 FRI 1.2 7:00P a viewer FavoriTes Janis ian live From

grand CenTer The legendary Grammy award-win-ning singer songwriter performs 15 songs from her 40-year career. 7:30


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Sonia tells the police Phil snatched Lou. a PlaCe oF our own ACTIVITIES SPECIAL


donna’s day sTarring donna eriCkson SIMPLICITY

6:00 The lawrenCe welk show MUSIC MEMORIES The “Pennsylvania Polka” and “Doin’ the New Low Down” are performed.

oPium use: a hmong PersPeCTive Opium & Hmong culture.

6:30 indian women: sTrengTh and resilienCe Raising awareness of the issues of abuse.

7:00 almanaC Minnesota politics and public affairs, served with a twist.

Cikala maka anishnabe beComing mediawise

7:30 khaT in The somali CommuniTyLearn more about Khat.

8:00 drugs & alCohol: immigranT PersPeCTives

eCho GETTING YOUR CHILD READY 4 KINDERGARTEN How to prepare your child for kindergarten. In English.

8:30 how alCohol Came To The ameriCan indian Alcoholism among American Indian people.

9:00 Close The gaP MAKING THE CASE

minnesoTa aT 150: real and imagined EDUCATION9:30 CaPiTol rePorT

Update on current Capitol issues.10:00 mnTv

A showcase of shorts from some of Minnesota’s finest independent filmmakers.

indian Pride SPIRITUALITY

10:30 belahdanMiddle Eastern variety talk show.

11:00 eCho GOVERNMENT AND YOU IN AN EMERGENCYPublic health info in six languages.

diversiTy in FoCusContributions of the South Asian community.

11:30 vieTnamese newsNews for the Vietnamese community.

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MON 1.5 TUE 1.6 WED 1.7 THUR 1.8 FRI 1.97:00P on a wing and a Prayer:

an ameriCan muslim learns To Fly A Muslim-American man tries to obtain a pilot’s license against tides of negative public perception.

river inTo The new world This is a unique historical narrative of the St. Johns River in Florida, beginning in 1564 when Europeans first discovered it, through today.

almanaC: aT The CaPiTolEighth season premier of your insider’s look at MN politics.

greaT PerFormanCes CYRANO DE BERGERAC Oscar winner Kevin Kline stars in the romantic tale of a gifted poet with an unusually large nose.

a PlaCe To danCe For 65 years, people of a certain age in New Orleans have danced to the music of Pat Barberot.

7:30 geT ready For digiTal Tv This Old House’s Kevin and Norm answer questions about digital converter boxes, DTV and HDTV.

8:00 indePendenT lens OPERATION FILMMAKER After his school is destroyed by American bombs an Iraqi film student works on a Hollywood movie.

liQuid asseTs: The sTory oF our waTer inFrasTruCTure The history and engineering challenges of water, wastewater and storm water infrastructure systems.

ideal world Explores Second Life, an online community that has millions of users living out their fantasy lives.

8:30

9:00 FronTline THE OLD MAN AND THE STORM An African-American family struggles to rebuild their homes and lives in New Orleans after Katrina.

9:30 indePendenT lens A SON’S SACRIFICE A young Muslim-American struggles to take over his father’s halal slaughter-house in New York City.

seaside sTory Charts the ups and downs of three family-run businesses from Seaside Heights, New Jersey.

From The ToP aT Carnegie hall sPeCial ediTion RHYTHM AND STRINGS A hypnotic performance on the marimba by six-teen-year-old Joshua Jones.

masTerPieCe ClassiC TESS OF THE D’URBERVILLES Thomas Hardy’s heartbreaking story of a spirited woman, betrayed by one man and forsaken by another. (Part 1 of 2)

January 5-11HiGHliGHTS MON 1.5 TUE 1.6 WED 1.7 THU 1.8 FRI 1.9

7:00P anTiQues roadshow PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA A 1937 painting by American abstract expressionist Clyfford Still is found to be a great fortune.

make:A sneak preview of this new a production which offers an edgy melting pot of all things DIY.

greaT PerFormanCes CYRANO DE BERGERAC Oscar winner Kevin Kline stars in the romantic tale of a gifted poet with an unusually large nose.

The This old house hour HOUSE WESTON PROjECTPorous pavers are installed in the driveway and the cedar pergola is set in the lawn.


7:30 make:A sneak preview of this new a production which offers an edgy melting pot of all things DIY.


8:00 The sTory oF india BEGINNINGS Archaeological discoveries, DNA, cli-mate science and oral tales cast light on India’s deep past. (Part 1 of 6)

ideal world Explores Second Life, an online community that has millions of users living out their fantasy lives.

seCreTs oF mary magdaleneShe is the New Testament’s mystery woman; go beyond the historical veils to reveal her true identity.

now on PbsGo behind the headlines with PBS’ weekly news program, hosted by David Brancaccio.

8:30 bill moyers JournalWeekly public affairs show hosted by one of the country’s most recognized journalists.

9:00 The sTory oF india THE POWER OF IDEAS Explore the revolutionary years after 500 BC, the Age of Buddha. (Part 2 of 6)

FronTline THE OLD MAN AND THE STORM An African-American family struggles to rebuild their homes and lives in New Orleans after Katrina.

seCreTs oF The dead TOMB OF CHRIST An archeological team attempts to prove the actual location where Christ was crucified and buried.

The red green show NO CHURCH When the only Reverend leaves town, all of the church activities are transferred to the Lodge.

9:30 From The ToP aT Carnegie hall sPeCial ediTion RHYTHM AND STRINGS A hypnotic performance on the marimba by sixteen-year-old Joshua Jones.

The red green show THE PETTING ZOO The Lodge members open a zoo full of forest animals.

10:00 keePing uP aPPearanCes Onslow’s birthday celebrations concern Hyacinth.

keePing uP aPPearanCes Hyacinth is still eager to impress Emmet with her prowess as a singer.

almanaC: aT The CaPiTolEighth season premier of your insider’s look at MN politics.

keePing uP aPPearanCes Hyacinth has to intervene when Daddy has slipped out and run up a toy store.

easTendersSonia goes to the police.

10:30 are you being served? CONDUCT UNBECOMING Mr. Humphries is accused of stealing and his distinguished career could end in disgrace.

are you being served? MEMORIES ARE MADE OF THIS When a golf pro hits Mrs. Slocombe, she thinks she’s a little girl and wrecks havoc on the store.

are you being served? CALLING ALL CUSTOMERS When the staff perform a play on CB radio, the store becomes swamped by truck drivers.

are you being served? MONKEY BUSINESS When the store might be bought by the Japanese the staff visits Mrs. Thatcher at Number 10.

easTenders Laura and Mo plan a trap for Janine.

11:00 nova IS THERE LIFE ON MARS? Showcases the latest scientific discov-eries on Mars made by NASA’s robot rovers and Phoenix probe.

in The liFe HIV/AIDS Looks at the pandemic, the issues, the chal-lenges and the people who continue to take up the fight.

savage seas KILLER WAVES Explores the treacherous boundary between oceans & land, focusing on Hawaii, China & South Africa.

globe Trekker DEEP SOUTH U.S.A. Ian Wright visits the Smoky Mountains, the Freedom Walk in Atlanta and Memphis during Elvis week.

easTendersSonia goes to the police.

11:30 in The liFeDocumentary stories from the GLBT experience.

easTenders Laura and Mo plan a trap for Janine.

Almanac: At the Cap i to lThe Almanac team brings you the 8th season of Almanac: At the Capitol as Minnesota’s Legislative season revs up again. For more information, see page 23.

2 Wednesdays, 10pm, Starting January 7

17 Wednesdays, 7pm, Starting January 7

Great Per fo rmancesCyrano de Bergerac Based on the life of a 17th century warrior poet, Edmond Rostand's romantic classic tells the tale of Cyrano – a gif ted writer, musician and duelist hopelessly handicapped in love by his unusually large nose. Oscar and Tony award-winning actor Kevin Kline triumphs in

the title role with a critically-acclaimed performance. 2 Wednesday, January 7, 7pm

17 Thursday, January 8, 7pm

Amer ica ’s Test K i tchenThe most-watched cooking show on public television returns for its 9th season! Christopher Kimball and the test cooks solve everyday cooking problems, test equipment and taste supermarket ingredients to save you time and money.

2 Saturdays, 11:30 am, Starting January 10

The Story of India

Michael Wood's fascinating journey through the history of the Indian subcontinent chronicles the incredible richness and

diversity of its peoples, cultures, landscapes and history. Wood takes viewers back to the first inhabitants in the area, through Greek, Roman, Muslim and British conquerors, all they way to the present day as India rises again to be the global giant she has been

for most of her amazing history. 2 Mondays, January 5-19, 8-10 pm; Sundays, January 11-25, 5-7 pm

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MON 1.5 TUE 1.6 WED 1.7 THUR 1.8 FRI 1.97:00P ON A WING AND A PRAYER:

AN AMERICAN MUSLIM LEARNS TO FLY A Muslim-American man tries to obtain a pilot’s license against tides of negative public perception.

RIVER INTO THE NEW WORLD This is a unique historical narrative of the St. Johns River in Florida, beginning in 1564 when Europeans first discovered it, through today.

ALMANAC: AT THE CAPITOLEighth season premier of your insider’s look at MN politics.

GREAT PERFORMANCES CYRANO DE BERGERAC Oscar winner Kevin Kline stars in the romantic tale of a gifted poet with an unusually large nose.

A PLACE TO DANCE For 65 years, people of a certain age in New Orleans have danced to the music of Pat Barberot.

7:30 GET READY FOR DIGITAL TV This Old House’s Kevin and Norm answer questions about digital converter boxes, DTV and HDTV.

8:00 INDEPENDENT LENS OPERATION FILMMAKER After his school is destroyed by American bombs an Iraqi film student works on a Hollywood movie.

LIQUID ASSETS: THE STORY OF OUR WATER INFRASTRUCTURE The history and engineering challenges of water, wastewater and storm water infrastructure systems.

IDEAL WORLD Explores Second Life, an online community that has millions of users living out their fantasy lives.

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9:00 FRONTLINE THE OLD MAN AND THE STORM An African-American family struggles to rebuild their homes and lives in New Orleans after Katrina.

9:30 INDEPENDENT LENS A SON’S SACRIFICE A young Muslim-American struggles to take over his father’s halal slaughter-house in New York City.

SEASIDE STORY Charts the ups and downs of three family-run businesses from Seaside Heights, New Jersey.

FROM THE TOP AT CARNEGIE HALL SPECIAL EDITION RHYTHM AND STRINGS A hypnotic performance on the marimba by six-teen-year-old Joshua Jones.

MASTERPIECE CLASSIC TESS OF THE D’URBERVILLES Thomas Hardy’s heartbreaking story of a spirited woman, betrayed by one man and forsaken by another. (Part 1 of 2)

MON 1.5 TUE 1.6 WED 1.7 THU 1.8 FRI 1.97:00P ANTIQUES ROADSHOW

PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA A 1937 painting by American abstract expressionist Clyfford Still is found to be a great fortune.

MAKE:A sneak preview of this new a production which offers an edgy melting pot of all things DIY.

GREAT PERFORMANCES CYRANO DE BERGERAC Oscar winner Kevin Kline stars in the romantic tale of a gifted poet with an unusually large nose.

THE THIS OLD HOUSE HOUR HOUSE WESTON PROjECTPorous pavers are installed in the driveway and the cedar pergola is set in the lawn.

ALMANACMinnesota politics and public affairs, served with a twist.

7:30 MAKE:A sneak preview of this new a production which offers an edgy melting pot of all things DIY.

8:00 THE STORY OF INDIA BEGINNINGS Archaeological discoveries, DNA, cli-mate science and oral tales cast light on India’s deep past. (Part 1 of 6)

IDEAL WORLD Explores Second Life, an online community that has millions of users living out their fantasy lives.

SECRETS OF MARY MAGDALENEShe is the New Testament’s mystery woman; go beyond the historical veils to reveal her true identity.

WASHINGTON WEEKRoundtable discussion of major news events, hosted by Gwen Ifill.

8:30

9:00 THE STORY OF INDIA THE POWER OF IDEAS Explore the revolutionary years after 500 BC, the Age of Buddha. (Part 2 of 6)

FRONTLINE THE OLD MAN AND THE STORM An African-American family struggles to rebuild their homes and lives in New Orleans after Katrina.

SECRETS OF THE DEAD TOMB OF CHRIST An archeological team attempts to prove the actual location where Christ was crucified and buried.

NOW ON PBSGo behind the headlines with PBS’ weekly news program, hosted by David Brancaccio.

9:30 FROM THE TOP AT CARNEGIE HALL SPECIAL EDITION RHYTHM AND STRINGS A hypnotic performance on the marimba by sixteen-year-old Joshua Jones.

BILL MOYERS JOURNALWeekly public affairs show hosted by one of the country’s most recognized journalists.

10:00 KEEPING UP APPEARANCES Onslow’s birthday celebrations concern Hyacinth.

KEEPING UP APPEARANCES Hyacinth is still eager to impress Emmet with her prowess as a singer.

ALMANAC: AT THE CAPITOLEighth season premier of your insider’s look at MN politics.

KEEPING UP APPEARANCES Hyacinth has to intervene when Daddy has slipped out and run up a toy store.

THE RED GREEN SHOW NO CHURCH When the only Reverend leaves town, all of the church activities are transferred to the Lodge.

10:30 ARE YOU BEING SERVED? CONDUCT UNBECOMING Mr. Humphries is accused of stealing and his distinguished career could end in disgrace.

ARE YOU BEING SERVED? MEMORIES ARE MADE OF THIS When a golf pro hits Mrs. Slocombe, she thinks she’s a little girl and wrecks havoc on the store.

ARE YOU BEING SERVED? CALLING ALL CUSTOMERS When the staff perform a play on CB radio, the store becomes swamped by truck drivers.

ARE YOU BEING SERVED? MONKEY BUSINESS When the store might be bought by the Japanese the staff visits Mrs. Thatcher at Number 10.

THE RED GREEN SHOW THE PETTING ZOO The Lodge members open a zoo full of forest animals.

11:00 NOVA IS THERE LIFE ON MARS? Showcases the latest scientific discov-eries on Mars made by NASA’s robot rovers and Phoenix probe.

IN THE LIFE HIV/AIDS Looks at the pandemic, the issues, the chal-lenges and the people who continue to take up the fight.

SAVAGE SEAS KILLER WAVES Explores the treacherous boundary between oceans & land, focusing on Hawaii, China & South Africa.

GLOBE TREKKER DEEP SOUTH U.S.A. Ian Wright visits the Smoky Mountains, the Freedom Walk in Atlanta and Memphis during Elvis week.

EASTENDERSSonia goes to the police.

11:30 IN THE LIFEDocumentary stories from the GLBT experience.

EASTENDERS Laura and Mo plan a trap for Janine.


SAT 1.10 SUN 1.11 Noon Cook’s CounTry From ameriCa’s

TesT kiTChen SOUTHERN REGIONAL RECIPES

ameriCan exPerienCe ELEANOR ROOSEVELT This intimate biography explores the surprising private life of First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt. 12:30 The viCTory garden

Visit San Francisco for the instillation of “Victory Gardens 2008. “

1:00 a year aT kew A look at the UK’s Royal Botanic Gardens.

1:30 riCk sTeves’ euroPe FLORENCE: CITY OF ART

2:00 rudy maxa’s world THAILAND, GOLDEN TRIANGLE

2:30 anTiQues roadshow Fyi Revisit Roadshow favorites.

Cinema’s exiles: From hiTler To hollywood The dramatic journey of Jewish filmmakers and actors who fled Nazi Germany to America.

3:00 sPain...on The road again TILTING WINDMILLS IN CASTILLA LA MANCHA Gwyneth Paltrow and Mario Batali visit Madrid and Toledo.

4:00 globe Trekker GLOBE TREKKER FOOD HOUR: SOUTHERN SPAIN & ITALY Padma tours tapas bars and tries flamenco dancing in between sips of Sangria.

4:30 rudy maxa’s world DELHI & AGRA, INDIA

5:00 make: Premier episode of this new a production which offers an edgy melting pot of all things DIY.

The sTory oF india BEGINNINGS Archaeological discoveries, DNA, climate science and oral tales cast light on India’s deep past. (Part 1 of 6)

5:30 homeTime BASEMENT FIXTURES

6:00 The This old house hourHOUSE WESTON PROjECT Porous pavers are installed in the driveway and the cedar pergola is set in the lawn.

The sTory oF india THE POWER OF IDEAS Explore the revolutionary years after 500 BC, the Age of Buddha. (Part 2 of 6)

7:00 anTiQues roadshow PORTLAND, OR Fantastic finds include a shoe signed by Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig.

naTure THE DRAGON CHRONICLES A reptile expert sheds light on the history and the mystery of dragons.

8:00 The big show NORTH BY NORTHWEST Cary Grant is framed for a murder and goes on the run to clear his name in this Hitchcock thriller. (136 minutes)

masTerPieCe ClassiC TESS OF THE D’URBERVILLES Thomas Hardy’s heartbreaking story of a spirited woman, betrayed by one man and forsaken by another. (Part 2 of 2)

10:00 ideal world Explores Second Life, an online community that has millions of users living out their fantasy lives. (10:15) The big show

LIFEBOAT Survivors of a torpedoed ship end up on the same boat as the man who sunk it in this Hitchcock film. (96 minutes)

11:00 indePendenT lens HELVETICA Historians and designers discuss this popular font, used on corporate logos and government forms.

12:00a ausTin CiTy limiTs LUCINDA WILLIAMS/OLD CROW MEDICINE SHOW

global voiCes CIRCUS SCHOOL


Sonia goes to the police. a PlaCe oF our own MANAGING AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOR

5:30 easTendersLaura and Mo plan a trap for Janine.

donna’s day sTarring donna eriCkson BUILDING FAMILY TRADITIONS

6:00 The lawrenCe welk show ALL TIME FAVORITES A look back at some great old songs includes “Can’t Help Falling in Love.”

healTh, Care and you Healthcare through an African American perspective.

6:30 kev noJ Qab nyob zoo Thiab koJ Your healthcare options. In Hmong.

7:00 almanaCMinnesota politics and public affairs, served with a twist.

la salud, su Cuidado y usTed Your healthcare options. In Spanish.

7:30 adiga iyo daryeelka Your healthcare options. In Somali.

8:00 The rheToriC oF PoliTiCal adsExplore the language of political ads.

eCho GETTING YOUR CHILD READY 4 KINDERGARTEN How to prepare your child for kindergarten. In Spanish. 8:30

9:00 Close The gaP RACE DISPARITIES

amiri baraka: The Power oF The word Black Arts poet Amiri Baraka reads from his work & discusses writing, politics & the Black experience with author Alexs Pate.

9:30 CaPiTol rePorTUpdate on current Capitol issues.

10:00 inside The boardroom: Jill laJdziak Marilyn Carlson Nelson and Saturn’s Jill Lajdziak discuss business and life management strategies.

indian Pride TRIBAL RELATIONS WITH UNITED STATES OF AMERICA


11:00 eCho CHILD SAFETY SEATSPublic health info in six languages.



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The Ascent o f Money Noted historian and Harvard professor Niall Ferguson tells the human story behind the evolution of finance, from its origins in ancient Mesopotamia to the latest upheavals on what he calls “Planet Finance.” Since the lesson of financial history is that every bubble eventually bursts, there's never been a better time to understand the ascent of money.

2 Tuesday, January 13, 9pm

NOVA Art ic Passage In two thrilling episodes, NOVA probes the Arctic's most enduring explorations. First, in 1845, two Royal Navy ships led by Sir John Franklin set sail from London to conquer the Arctic route and were never heard from again. Then, after the Franklin expedition, more than a half-century would pass before explorer Roald Amundsen finally conquered the Northwest Passage.

2 Tuesday, January 13, 7 & 8pm; Monday, January 19, 11pm

17 Wednesday, January 14, 8 & 9pm

Independent LensGrey Gardens : From East Hampton to BroadwayThe 1975 Maysles brothers cult classic "Grey Gardens" told the story of the eccentric and often humorous mother daughter relationship between Edith Beale and her daughter, Edie – aunt and cousin to Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. This documentary looks at how their lives set the stage for the Maysles film and later the Broadway musical, both of which have affected the art, entertainment and fashion communities.



MI-5This thrilling series takes us into the world of Intelligence services and secret agents. This topical and edgy drama focuses on the people who have to lie for a living – and who have to deceive their loved ones about what they do. They tackle organized crime, terrorist activities, embassy sieges, weapons proliferation and anarchists, not to mention the conflicts and power struggles back in the office.

2 Thursday, January 15, 8pm; Thursdays, January 15-29, 9pm; Tuesdays, January 20-27, 11pm

Make ‘em Laugh: The Funny Business of America

H osted by Billy Crystal and narrated by Amy Sedaris, this documentary

series chronicles more than a century of the funniest moments in Ameri-

can entertainment. The series compiles the most popular routines, the most

ingenious physical shtick, the snappiest wisecracks and the most incisive,

biting satirical jokes to have come out of American culture. The list of influ-

ential comedic talent featured and/or interviewed includes: Charlie Chaplin,

Jack Benny, Lucille Ball, Carol Burnett, Sid Caesar, Woody Allen, George

Carlin, Richard Pryor, Jon Stewart and many others. 2 Wednesdays, January 14-28, 7pm; Saturdays, January 17-31, 8pm


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MON 1.12 TUE 1.13 WED 1.14 THUR 1.15 FRI 1.16 7:00P anTiQues roadshow

PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA Discoveries include a dress that was sewn onto Marilyn Monroe for her role in “Some Like It Hot.”

nova ARCTIC PASSAGE: PRISONERS OF THE ICE Historians and forensic scientists investi-gate the disappearance of two Royal Navy Ships in 1845.

make ‘em laugh: The Funny business oF ameriCa NERDS, jERKS & ODDBALLS: WOULD YOU HIT A GUY WITH GLASSES ?/BREADWINNERS AND HOMEMAKERS: HONEY, I'M HOME! The "outsider" has been a solid source of amusement, from Woody Allen to The 40 Year Old Virgin. (Part 1 of 3)

The This old house hour WESTON PROjECTA berm and fence are installed in the yard and eco-friendly carpet tiles are set in the bedroom.


7:30

8:00 The sTory oF india SPICE ROUTES & SILK ROADS/ THE GROWTH OF CIVILIZATION Discover the Roman Empire’s greatest trading port in India and the forgotten empire of the Kushans. (Part 3 of 6)

nova ARCTIC PASSAGE: ICE SURVIVORS Retraces the triumphant voyage of the innovative explorer who conquered the Northwest Passage.

mi-5 This action-packed series takes us into the thrilling world of MI-5, the clandestine security service, and the people who make up the elite team.



9:00 The sTory oF india AGES OF GOLD Discover amazing achievements of India’s golden age from 300 to 1000 AD and find a sacred mountain. (Part 4 of 6)

The asCenT oF moneyNiall Ferguson tells the human story behind the evolution of finance, from its origins in ancient Mesopotamia to the latest upheavals on what he calls Planet Finance.

Pioneers oF Television SITCOMS Profiles the stars and shows that pio-neered the sitcom, including I Love Lucy and The Honeymooners.



9:30

10:00 keePing uP aPPearanCes Hyacinth is eager to take delivery of a new suite.

almanaC: aT The CaPiTolYour insider’s look at MN politics.

keePing uP aPPearanCes Hyacinth decides to take Daddy out for a picnic in the country.

The red green show GOOD GOVERNMENT Lodge Members take advantage of their discovery that their political representative is deceased.

10:30 are you being served? LOST AND FOUND Mrs. Slocombe’s cat is missing, Mr. Humphries comforts her and becomes Tiddles’ replacement.

are you being served? GOODBYE MRS. SLOCOMBE When Mrs. Slocombe is forcibly retired, Mr. Humphries and Captain Peacock get her job back.

are you being served? GROUNDS FOR DIVORCE Captain Peacock’s marriage is in trouble. Miss Bagnold turns out to be his unwanted paramour.

The red green show THE POKER GAME Red loses in the weekly poker game and develops tactics to get even. Red builds a personal jetpack.

11:00 nova THE PERFECT CORPSE Archaeological forensics is pushed to its limits while examining unearthed bodies from an Irish bog.

ameriCan exPerienCe THE NUREMBERG TRIALS Eyewitness accounts recreate the dramatic tribunal that defined trial procedure for state criminals.

savage seas RESCUE Stories of shipwrecks and rescues graphi-cally illustrate how deadly the coldest waters can be.

globe Trekker GLOBE TREKKER FOOD HOUR: SOUTHERN SPAIN & ITALY Padma tours tapas bars and olive groves and tries flamenco dancing in between sips of Sangria.

easTendersFollow the lives of the people of the East End, London.

11:30 easTendersFollow the lives of the people of the East End, London.

MON 1.12 TUE 1.13 WED 1.14 THUR 1.15 FRI 1.16 7:00 indePendenT lens

HELVETICA Historians and designers discuss this popular font, used on corporate logos and government forms.

Cinema’s exiles: From hiTler To hollywood The dramatic journey of Jewish filmmakers and actors who fled Nazi Germany to America is recalled.

almanaC: aT The CaPiTolMinnesota politics and public affairs, served with a twist.

sTandard oF PerFeCTion SHOW CATTLE A barnyard cow is transformed into a regional celebrity at a prestigious New England event.

hollywood bowl: musiC under The sTars The world-famous Hollywood Bowl, known for its magnificent natural setting, has been home to some of the world’s greatest music since 1922. 7:30 almanaC: hands-on hisTory

EXPLORING ANOKA The Halloween Capital of the World has a unique history of pioneering women, interesting architecture, and devastating natural disasters.

8:00 indePendenT lens WORDPLAY An entertaining look at the editor of the crossword puzzle and the celebrity fanatics who enjoy it.


Texas ranCh house A HOME ON THE RANCH/THE GOOD, THE BAD & THE COLONELThe series opens with the vaqueros, or cowboys, arriving at their new 1867 living quarters.

masTerPieCe ClassiC TESS OF THE D’URBERVILLES Thomas Hardy’s heartbreaking story of a spirited woman, betrayed by one man and forsaken by another. (Part 2 of 2)8:30

9:00 ameriCan exPerienCe THE NUREMBERG TRIALS Eyewitness accounts recreate the dramatic tribunal that defined trial procedure for state criminals.





PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA Discoveries include a dress that was sewn onto Marilyn Monroe for her role in “Some Like It Hot.”


make ‘em laugh: The Funny business oF ameriCa NERDS, jERKS & ODDBALLS: WOULD YOU HIT A GUY WITH GLASSES ?/BREADWINNERS AND HOMEMAKERS: HONEY, I'M HOME! The "outsider" has been a solid source of amusement, from Woody Allen to The 40 Year Old Virgin. (Part 1 of 3)

The This old house hour WESTON PROjECTA berm and fence are installed in the yard and eco-friendly carpet tiles are set in the bedroom.


7:30

8:00 The sTory oF india SPICE ROUTES & SILK ROADS/ THE GROWTH OF CIVILIZATION Discover the Roman Empire’s greatest trading port in India and the forgotten empire of the Kushans. (Part 3 of 6)





9:00 The sTory oF india AGES OF GOLD Discover amazing achievements of India’s golden age from 300 to 1000 AD and find a sacred mountain. (Part 4 of 6)

The asCenT oF moneyNiall Ferguson tells the human story behind the evolution of finance, from its origins in ancient Mesopotamia to the latest upheavals on what he calls Planet Finance.

Pioneers oF Television SITCOMS Profiles the stars and shows that pio-neered the sitcom, including I Love Lucy and The Honeymooners.



9:30

10:00 keePing uP aPPearanCes Hyacinth is eager to take delivery of a new suite.


keePing uP aPPearanCes Hyacinth decides to take Daddy out for a picnic in the country.

The red green show GOOD GOVERNMENT Lodge Members take advantage of their discovery that their political representative is deceased.

10:30 are you being served? LOST AND FOUND Mrs. Slocombe’s cat is missing, Mr. Humphries comforts her and becomes Tiddles’ replacement.

are you being served? GOODBYE MRS. SLOCOMBE When Mrs. Slocombe is forcibly retired, Mr. Humphries and Captain Peacock get her job back.

are you being served? GROUNDS FOR DIVORCE Captain Peacock’s marriage is in trouble. Miss Bagnold turns out to be his unwanted paramour.

The red green show THE POKER GAME Red loses in the weekly poker game and develops tactics to get even. Red builds a personal jetpack.

11:00 nova THE PERFECT CORPSE Archaeological forensics is pushed to its limits while examining unearthed bodies from an Irish bog.

ameriCan exPerienCe THE NUREMBERG TRIALS Eyewitness accounts recreate the dramatic tribunal that defined trial procedure for state criminals.

savage seas RESCUE Stories of shipwrecks and rescues graphi-cally illustrate how deadly the coldest waters can be.

globe Trekker GLOBE TREKKER FOOD HOUR: SOUTHERN SPAIN & ITALY Padma tours tapas bars and olive groves and tries flamenco dancing in between sips of Sangria.



MON 1.12 TUE 1.13 WED 1.14 THUR 1.15 FRI 1.16 7:00 indePendenT lens

HELVETICA Historians and designers discuss this popular font, used on corporate logos and government forms.

Cinema’s exiles: From hiTler To hollywood The dramatic journey of Jewish filmmakers and actors who fled Nazi Germany to America is recalled.

almanaC: aT The CaPiTolMinnesota politics and public affairs, served with a twist.

sTandard oF PerFeCTion SHOW CATTLE A barnyard cow is transformed into a regional celebrity at a prestigious New England event.

hollywood bowl: musiC under The sTars The world-famous Hollywood Bowl, known for its magnificent natural setting, has been home to some of the world’s greatest music since 1922. 7:30 almanaC: hands-on hisTory

EXPLORING ANOKA The Halloween Capital of the World has a unique history of pioneering women, interesting architecture, and devastating natural disasters.

8:00 indePendenT lens WORDPLAY An entertaining look at the editor of the crossword puzzle and the celebrity fanatics who enjoy it.


Texas ranCh house A HOME ON THE RANCH/THE GOOD, THE BAD & THE COLONELThe series opens with the vaqueros, or cowboys, arriving at their new 1867 living quarters.

masTerPieCe ClassiC TESS OF THE D’URBERVILLES Thomas Hardy’s heartbreaking story of a spirited woman, betrayed by one man and forsaken by another. (Part 2 of 2)8:30

9:00 ameriCan exPerienCe THE NUREMBERG TRIALS Eyewitness accounts recreate the dramatic tribunal that defined trial procedure for state criminals.




Puzzle Time


TesT kiTChen AUTUMN SUPPER

suPernaTural sCienCe ANIMAL TELEPATHY The success of the famous horse whisperer, Monty Roberts, is well documented. But what is really going on? 12:30 The viCTory garden

Explore exciting new garden ideas. 1:00 a year aT kew

A look at the UK’s Royal Botanic Gardens.The woman who Thinks like a Cow The story of Dr. Temple Grandin offers scientific insight into the widespread condition of autism. 1:30 riCk sTeves’ euroPe

SIENA AND ASSISI: ITALY'S GRAND HILL TOWN2:00 rudy maxa’s world

THAILAND, ANDAMAN ISLANDSnaTure CAN ANIMALS PREDICT DISASTER? The tsunami in Asia has renewed a controversial the-ory that future catastrophes can be forecasted.

2:30 anTiQues roadshow Fyi America’s favorite home improvement experts address viewer questions.

3:00 sPain...on The road again PILGRIMAGE TO GALICIA Gwyneth Paltrow hikes the Camino de Santiago.

naTure KATRINA’S ANIMAL RESCUE Travel to the front lines of the battle to rescue house-hold pets during the hurricane’s aftermath.

4:00 globe Trekker VENEZUELA Ian takes part in a fire-dancing ceremony in Chivacoa.

globe Trekker GLOBE TREKKER FOOD HOUR: SOUTHERN INDIA Padma discovers delightful street food in Mumbai and explores exotic bazaars.

5:00 make:Aerial kite photography & a giant iPod are featured.

The sTory oF india SPICE ROUTES & SILK ROADS/THE GROWTH OF CIVILIZATION Discover the Roman Empire’s greatest trading port in India. (Part 3 of 6)

5:30 homeTime HIGHLAND LANDSCAPE WRAP

6:00 The This old house hour WESTON PROjECT A berm and fence are installed in the yard and eco-friendly carpet titles are set in the bedroom.

The sTory oF india AGES OF GOLD Discover amazing achievements of India’s golden age from 300 to 1000 AD. (Part 4 of 6)

7:00 anTiQues roadshow PORTLAND, OR An original print of the Lewis & Clark report of 1814 is appraised.

naTure ARCTIC BEARS As winters become warmer, grizzlies converge on what was once the domain of the polar bear.

8:00 make ‘em laugh: The Funny business oF ameriCa NERDS, jERKS & ODDBALLS: WOULD YA' HIT A GUY WITH GLASSES ?/BREADWINNERS AND HOMEWORKERS: HONEY, I'M HOME! The “outsider” has been a solid source of amuse-ment, from Woody Allen to “The 40 Year-Old Virgin.”

masTerPieCe ClassiC WUTHERING HEIGHTS Emily Bronte’s story of the passionate bond between a Gypsy boy and his adoptive family’s daughter. (Part 1 of 2)

9:30 aTChaFalaya houseboaT Follow a couple who left civilization to live in the nation’s largest river swamp.

10:00 The big show INVASION OF THE BODY SNATCHERS This dazzling remake of the 1956 spine-tingler stars Donald Sutherland, Brooke Adams, Jeff Goldblum, Leonard Nimoy and Veronica Cartwright. (115 minutes)

indePendenT lens GREY GARDENS: FROM EAST HAMPTON TO BROADWAY The eccentric lives of Edith Beale and her daughter Edie set the stage for a film and a musical.

11:00 indePendenT lens MUSKRAT LOVELY Follows a close-knit Chesapeake Bay community and the events of the 50th crowning of Miss Outdoors.

12:00a ausTin CiTy limiTs PAOLO NUTINI/GRUPO FANTASMA

global voiCes SHAOLIN ULYSSES: KUNGFU MONKS IN AMERICA


Follow the lives of the people of the East End, London.a PlaCe oF our own HELPING A SHY CHILD


donna’s day sTarring donna eriCkson WILD & WACKY FUN

6:00 The lawrenCe welk show FRENCH SHOW This black and white classic features a “French Lesson.”

minnesoTa’s Progressive rePubliCans Explore Minnesota’s progressive Republicans. 6:30


emerging healTh soluTions Emerging health solutions through patient stories.

7:30 shared values: healTh & CommuniTy Health implications of social connectedness.

8:00 greaTesT generaTion Film showCase 3 Short films exploring the legacy of the Greatest Generation.

eCho GETTING YOUR CHILD READY 4 KINDERGARTEN How to prepare your child for kindergarten. In Hmong.

8:30

9:00 Close The gaP CLASS DISPARITIES

hoodo mise hadimo: beComing mediawise Parents explore the power of media, good and bad.


kuwu nguyu: living well wiTh aids Africans living in Minnesota answer questions about HIV.

10:00 minnesoTa aT 150: real and imagined ENVIRONMENT

indian Pride CULTURE, TRADITIONS & CELEBRATIONS


11:00 eCho CHILD SAFETY SEATSPublic health info in six languages.




Puzzle Time

Snack Time

Hey You Guyyyyys! The Electric Company’s back and is sure to spark your child's imagination! Starting with four back-to-back episodes a brings back this classic favorite, re-imagined for the 21st century. The Electric Company aims to improve literacy (much like the original series, which debuted in 1971) and is brought to life with music videos, sketch comedy, animation and short films. 2 Monday, January 19, 3:30-5:30pm; fridays, 4pm, Starting January 23

Marvelous Meringues materials* 2 eggs* 1/2 cup sugar* 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract* 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips* mixing bowl* electric mixer* measuring cups and spoons* wooden spoon* 2 table spoons* greased baking sheet* oven preheated to 250°

directionsBeating egg whites causes an amaz-ing change. When you add sugar and bake, more changes happen...and you get a delicious cookie!

Try this simple recipe with your child. As you cook, talk about the impor-tance of following the directions. Make predictions, observations, and discoveries together. Ask: What do you think is going to happen? What changes do you notice? Why do you think that happened?

1. Separate: Carefully separate the yolks from each egg, allowing just the whites to fall into your mixing bowl. (If you don't have an egg separator, just pass the yolk back and forth between the two halves of the broken shell until all the white has fallen into the bowl.)

2. Beat: Beat the egg whites until stiff. Next, slowly beat in the sugar and vanilla. Finally, gently fold in the chocolate chips.

3. Cook: Drop small spoonfuls of the mixture onto a greased cookie sheet. Bake in your preheated oven at 250° for 45-50 minutes (or until crisp).

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19th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast Celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. King – the man who was the catalyst for changes in American civil rights laws and human rights reform worldwide. General Colin L. Powell, USA (Ret.) , will deliver this year's keynote address.

Sunday, January 25, 9pm


Nature Is that Skunk? Its infamous weapon is one of the most awful scents in all of nature. Now, intrepid researchers and cameramen track skunks day and night uncovering how they hunt, forage and mate. And yes, the remarkable secrets of that stink will be revealed!


Ki l l ing H i t le rExplore the lit tle-known story of the men and women who resisted – and plotted against – Hitler from within Germany itself. This program features fascinating archive footage, coverage of key events, and analysis by German historians.


Amer ican MastersMar i lyn Monroe: S t i l l L i feThere are the movie roles, but it is the still images – the iconic face, expressions and poses – that make up our collective memory of Marilyn Monroe. Explore her powerful relationship with the camera which produced an enduring body of work that still dazzles and moves us, evoking both desire and pathos.


The Beat les : From L iverpoo l to San Franc isco They were four ordinary lads from Liverpool who became the biggest rock band the world had ever seen. What was so special about them? Why did the dream die and what have "The Fab Four" lef t behind? Who were The Beatles and how did they conquer the world? Includes rare TV interviews with John, Paul, George and Ringo from 1963 to 1969.

2 Saturday, January 24, 10pm

17 friday, January 30, 7pm

HiGHliGHTSJ A N UA RY 1 9 - 2 5

NOVA The Big Energy Gamble

T he latest public opinion polls show that a vast majority of Americans believe the world is facing a global climate crisis. We are willing to pay more for "cleaner energy" and we want

our government to take appropriate action to mitigate the crisis, but we don't have a clue what those actions should be. This 36th season premier of NOVA shines the spotlight on California – an oasis of conservation in an energy hungry country. The program looks at everything Cali-fornia is doing, from energy conservation and efficiency to the development of new sources of carbon-free power, to find out how the rest of the country can join in the aggressive pursuit of a sustainable energy future. 2 Tuesday, January 20, 7pm; Monday, January 26, 11pm




PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA A 1956 signed photo of a guest with baseball greats Jackie Robinson and Roy Campanella is featured.

nova THE BIG ENERGY GAMBLE Examine California’s energy conservation efforts and search for new sources of car-bon-free power.

make ‘em laugh: The Funny business oF ameriCa THE KNOCKABOUTS: SLIP ON A BANANA PEEL/THE GROUNDBREAK-ERS: WHEN I'M BAD, I'M BETTER Physical comedy, slapstick and teams like Laurel and Hardy and the Three Stooges are showcased. (Part 2 of 3)

The This old house hour WESTON PROjECTA bocce court, an irrigation system and rus-tic granite heathstone for the fireplace are tended to.


7:30

8:00 The sTory oF india THE MEETING OF TWO OCEANS The epic story of the coming of Islam to the Indian subcontinent is explored. (Part 5 of 6)

nova DIMMING SUN Global dimming causes air pollution that allows less sunlight to reach earth’s sur-face.

killing hiTlerDetails the plot to assassinate Hitler in July of 1944.

washingTon weekRoundtable discussion of major news events, host-ed by Gwen Ifill.


9:00 The sTory oF india FREEDOM The time of Britain’s occupation of India, the Raj, and India’s struggle for freedom are examined. (Part 6 of 6)

FronTline SICK AROUND THE WORLD Examines health-care systems of other capitalist democracies to find what may help reform our own.

Pioneers oF Television GAME SHOWS Entertaining profiles of the legends and shows that pioneered the game show for-mat.

mi-5This action-packed series takes us into the thrilling world of MI-5, the clandestine secu-rity service, and the people who make up the elite team.


9:30

10:00 keePing uP aPPearanCes Richard has no hiding place from Hyacinth now that early retirement has been thrust upon him.

keePing uP aPPearanCes Hyacinth has forced Richard to participate in a trip to the countryside to look for Iron Age remains.


keePing uP aPPearanCes Hyacinth borrows a holiday cottage in the country for the weekend and plans a small barbecue.

The red green show THE DRILL The purchase of a cordless drill turns into a major shopping expedition.

10:30 are you being served? HOLD UP When two ruthless criminals enter the store, the staff hatch an incredible plan that almost works.

are you being served? GAMBLING FEVER Mr. Humphries mimes a horse race to the staff over the security camera from the sports department.

are you being served? NIGHT CLUB The staff film a commercial for a nightclub to the run in the store, but the picture gets lost.

are you being served? FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS The staff are offered accommodations on the premises to save time and money on traveling.

The red green show MAXI GOLF Lodge members banned from the local golf course develop creative ways to play their favorite game.

11:00 nova ARCTIC PASSAGE: ICE SURVIVORS Retrace the triumphant voyage of one innovative explorer who conquered the Northwest Passage.


savage seas THE DEEP A fascinating journey into the sea’s inner-most depths, a world of silence, darkness and pressure.

globe Trekker VENEZUELA Ian Wright paraglides into the Andean city of Meridas & takes part in a fire-dancingceremony in Chivacoa.



MON 1.19 TUE 1.20 WED 1.21 THUR 1.22 FRI 1.23 7:00P 19Th annual dr. marTin

luTher king, Jr. holiday breakFasT This celebration of African American leadership features keynote speaker Colin Powell.

Telling The TruTh: The besT in broadCasT Journalism Bob Woodruff of ABC News gets the inside story on the year’s best television and radio reporting.


woman who Thinks like a Cow Dr. Temple Grandin offers scientific insight into the widespread condition of autism.

newPorT Jazz FesTival 2008 Highlights of the festival’s 54th year include Anthony Hamilton, Chris Botti, Ledisi and Soulive.

7:30 almanaC: hands-on hisTory EXPLORING DAYTON’S BLUFF Cathy Wurzer explores the surprising histo-ry of St. Paul’s Dayton’s Bluff neighborhood.

8:00 sisTers oF selma: bearing wiTness For Change Explore the role of Catholic nuns on the voting rights marches of 1965 in Selma, Alabama.

ameriCan exPerienCe jOHN AND ABIGAIL ADAMS Explore the lives of two remarkable people and the tumultuous times through which they lived.

nova DIMMING SUN Global dimming causes air pollution that allows less sunlight to reach earth’s surface.

Texas ranCh house THE COOKIE CRUMBLES/THE GREAT DIVIDE The cowboys awake to discover that 10 horses were stolen from the ranch overnight.


8:30

9:00 indePendenT lens GREY GARDENS: FROM EAST HAMPTON TO BROADWAY The eccentric lives of Edith Beale and her daughter Edie set the stage for a film and a musical.

FronTline DREAMS OF OBAMA Pushes beyond the headlines to examine the personal and political biography of the 44th president.

9:30 aTChaFalaya houseboaT Follows a couple who left civilization to live in the nation’s largest river swamp in Louisiana.



PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA A 1956 signed photo of a guest with baseball greats Jackie Robinson and Roy Campanella is featured.

nova THE BIG ENERGY GAMBLE Examine California’s energy conservation efforts and search for new sources of car-bon-free power.

make ‘em laugh: The Funny business oF ameriCa THE KNOCKABOUTS: SLIP ON A BANANA PEEL/THE GROUNDBREAK-ERS: WHEN I'M BAD, I'M BETTER Physical comedy, slapstick and teams like Laurel and Hardy and the Three Stooges are showcased. (Part 2 of 3)

The This old house hour WESTON PROjECTA bocce court, an irrigation system and rus-tic granite heathstone for the fireplace are tended to.


7:30

8:00 The sTory oF india THE MEETING OF TWO OCEANS The epic story of the coming of Islam to the Indian subcontinent is explored. (Part 5 of 6)

nova DIMMING SUN Global dimming causes air pollution that allows less sunlight to reach earth’s sur-face.

killing hiTlerDetails the plot to assassinate Hitler in July of 1944.

washingTon weekRoundtable discussion of major news events, host-ed by Gwen Ifill.


9:00 The sTory oF india FREEDOM The time of Britain’s occupation of India, the Raj, and India’s struggle for freedom are examined. (Part 6 of 6)

FronTline SICK AROUND THE WORLD Examines health-care systems of other capitalist democracies to find what may help reform our own.

Pioneers oF Television GAME SHOWS Entertaining profiles of the legends and shows that pioneered the game show for-mat.

mi-5This action-packed series takes us into the thrilling world of MI-5, the clandestine secu-rity service, and the people who make up the elite team.


9:30

10:00 keePing uP aPPearanCes Richard has no hiding place from Hyacinth now that early retirement has been thrust upon him.

keePing uP aPPearanCes Hyacinth has forced Richard to participate in a trip to the countryside to look for Iron Age remains.


keePing uP aPPearanCes Hyacinth borrows a holiday cottage in the country for the weekend and plans a small barbecue.

The red green show THE DRILL The purchase of a cordless drill turns into a major shopping expedition.

10:30 are you being served? HOLD UP When two ruthless criminals enter the store, the staff hatch an incredible plan that almost works.

are you being served? GAMBLING FEVER Mr. Humphries mimes a horse race to the staff over the security camera from the sports department.

are you being served? NIGHT CLUB The staff film a commercial for a nightclub to the run in the store, but the picture gets lost.

are you being served? FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS The staff are offered accommodations on the premises to save time and money on traveling.

The red green show MAXI GOLF Lodge members banned from the local golf course develop creative ways to play their favorite game.

11:00 nova ARCTIC PASSAGE: ICE SURVIVORS Retrace the triumphant voyage of one innovative explorer who conquered the Northwest Passage.


savage seas THE DEEP A fascinating journey into the sea’s inner-most depths, a world of silence, darkness and pressure.

globe Trekker VENEZUELA Ian Wright paraglides into the Andean city of Meridas & takes part in a fire-dancingceremony in Chivacoa.




TesT kiTChen ALL-AMERICAN PICNIC

savage seas KILLER WAVES Explores the treacherous boundary between oceans & land, focusing on Hawaii, China & South Africa. 12:30 The viCTory garden

Using light in the garden. 1:00 CulTivaTing liFe

Ferns take center stage.savage seas RESCUE Stories of shipwrecks and rescues graphically illustrate how deadly the coldest waters can be.

1:30 riCk sTeves’ euroPe CINQUE TERRE: ITALY'S HIDDEN RIVIERA

2:00 rudy maxa’s world ESTONIA

savage seas THE DEEP A fascinating journey into the sea’s innermost depths, a world of silence darkness and pressure.

2:30 anTiQues roadshow FyiRevisit Roadshow favorites.

3:00 sPain...on The road again COASTING ALONG IN GALICIA Gwyneth Paltrow & Mark Bittman dig for some of the world’s best shellfish.

savage seas KILLER STORMS Explores the most destructive weather in the world, tornados, El Niño, cyclones and deadly waves.

4:00 globe Trekker SWEDEN & DENMARK Megan experiences a Viking festival in Aarhus and tours the Nobel Museum.

globe Trekker INDIAN OCEAN ISLANDS Mauritius, the Seychelles and Reunion are holiday destinations known as playgrounds of the wealthy.

5:00 make:Steampunk technology & a smoke ring machine are featured.

The sTory oF india THE MEETING OF TWO OCEANS The epic story of the coming of Islam to the Indian subcontinent is explored. (Part 5 of 6)

5:30 homeTime TOWN HOME: CLEANING UP

6:00 The This old house hour WESTON PROjECTA bocce court, an irrigation system and rustic granite heathstone for the fireplace are tended to.

The sTory oF india FREEDOM The time of Britain’s occupation of India, the Raj, and India’s struggle for freedom are examined. (Part 6 of 6)

7:00 anTiQues roadshow TRASH TO TREASURE Incredible tales of valuable treasures rescued from dumpsters and trash heaps.

naTure IS THAT SKUNK? Researchers uncover how skunks hunt, forage, mate and raise their babies.

8:00 make ‘em laugh: The Funny business oF ameriCa THE KNOCKABOUTS: SLIP ON A BANANA PEEL/THE GROUNDBREAKERS: WHEN I'M BAD, I'M BETTER Physical comedy, slapstick and teams like Laurel and Hardy and the Three Stooges are showcased. (Part 2 of 3)


9:00 sTarring naTalie wood George Segal narrates a warm tribute to this child star who forged a successful film legacy.

10:00 musiC idols & iCons BEATLES: FROM LIVERPOOL TO SAN FRANCISCO They were four ordinary lads from Liverpool who became the biggest rock band the world had ever seen.

ameriCan masTers MARILYN MONROE: STILL LIFE A look at her chaotic life and how she cultivated her own, unique image.

11:00 The red green show Lodge members find creative ways to play golf.

egaliTe For all: ToussainT louverTure and The haiTian revoluTion The Haitian Revolution was a movement that has been called the beginning of universal human rights.

11:30 The red green showBill tires of pole vaulting.

12:00a ausTin CiTy limiTs FOO FIGHTERS

global voiCes T-SHIRT TRAVELS

MON 1.19 TUE 1.20 WED 1.21 THUR 1.22 FRI 1.23 7:00P 19Th annual dr. marTin

luTher king, Jr. holiday breakFasT This celebration of African American leadership features keynote speaker Colin Powell.

Telling The TruTh: The besT in broadCasT Journalism Bob Woodruff of ABC News gets the inside story on the year’s best television and radio reporting.


woman who Thinks like a Cow Dr. Temple Grandin offers scientific insight into the widespread condition of autism.

newPorT Jazz FesTival 2008 Highlights of the festival’s 54th year include Anthony Hamilton, Chris Botti, Ledisi and Soulive.

7:30 almanaC: hands-on hisTory EXPLORING DAYTON’S BLUFF Cathy Wurzer explores the surprising histo-ry of St. Paul’s Dayton’s Bluff neighborhood.

8:00 sisTers oF selma: bearing wiTness For Change Explore the role of Catholic nuns on the voting rights marches of 1965 in Selma, Alabama.

ameriCan exPerienCe jOHN AND ABIGAIL ADAMS Explore the lives of two remarkable people and the tumultuous times through which they lived.

nova DIMMING SUN Global dimming causes air pollution that allows less sunlight to reach earth’s surface.

Texas ranCh house THE COOKIE CRUMBLES/THE GREAT DIVIDE The cowboys awake to discover that 10 horses were stolen from the ranch overnight.


8:30

9:00 indePendenT lens GREY GARDENS: FROM EAST HAMPTON TO BROADWAY The eccentric lives of Edith Beale and her daughter Edie set the stage for a film and a musical.

FronTline DREAMS OF OBAMA Pushes beyond the headlines to examine the personal and political biography of the 44th president.

9:30 aTChaFalaya houseboaT Follows a couple who left civilization to live in the nation’s largest river swamp in Louisiana.


Follow the lives of the people of the East End, London.a PlaCe oF our own HEALTHY EATING


donna’s day sTarring donna eriCkson EXTENDED FAMILIES

6:00 The lawrenCe welk show MUSICAL TOUR OF EUROPE Songs include “Around the World,” “Rock of Ages,” and “Gigi.”

19Th annual dr. marTin luTher king, Jr. holiday breakFasT Celebrating African-American leadership. 6:30


lending a hand: The wakanheza ProJeCT How to deal with children in public settings.

7:30 homeless youTh: Finding home How homelessness affects youth.

8:00 roads, rails and urban Change A program on transportation history and issues in the Twin Cities metropolitan area.

eCho GETTING YOUR CHILD READY 4 KINDERGARTEN How to prepare your child for kindergarten. In Somali.

8:309:00 Close The gaP

PLACE DISPARITIESiF a road runs Through iT A unique Minnesota region in transition.


green CiTies: leading The way Sustainability and environmentally-friendly practices.

10:00 minnesoTa aT 150: real and imagined HEALTH AND WELLNESS

indian Pride AMERICAN INDIAN ADVOCACY


11:00 eCho DIABETES PREVENTION AND CONTROLPublic health info in six languages.




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almanac: at the CapitolYour insider's perspective on politics

Each year during the legislative session, Almanac: At the Capitol distills the complex workings of the Legislature into an easily understandable

format for viewers. The show has won numerous awards for its reporting, including recent regional Emmy wins for the show as well as for commen-tator David Gillette. The show’s host and political reporter, Mary Lahammer was also just named "Best TV Reporter" by Minnesota Monthly. As it heads into its 8th season, Mary gives us an inside look at the show, the talented people behind it, and what’s coming up for the Legislature this year. “I always try to boil it down to the ‘Why should I care?’ or ‘So what?’ factor – how will it affect you,” Mary says of the show. “We cover the substance of politics and have some fun along the way.” Photojournalist Butch Bowring, producer Kari Kennedy and political cartoonist David Gillette round out the Almanac: At the Capitol team. They

cover an avalanche of complex legisla-tion in both houses; create daily updates on the Legislature and every Wednesday produce the 30-minute live broadcast of Almanac: At the Capitol. Mary was also

one of the first reporters in the Twin Cities with a blog when it started 6 years ago. She says, “We often take you behind-the-scenes. There's some analysis that bites both ways. It has been a vehicle to break many stories first. The increase in traffic in recent years has been astounding.” As far as what Minnesotans can expect this year during the Legislative session, Mary notes, “As always, much discussion will revolve around edu-cation, healthcare and property taxes.” But she stresses that the economy will be huge, “Another budget shortfall is on tap for lawmakers. Just like nationally, what to do with a failing economy will be a central issue.”

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coming February 18th, 2009

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BBc world news, lidia's italy,

america's Test Kitchen

charlie rose, spain...on the

road again, rudy maxa's world,

p. allen smith's Garden Home


JANUARY 26-31HIGHLIGHTS

Amer ican Exper ience The Tr ia ls o f J . Rober t Oppenheimer J. Robert Oppenheimer's life and legacy are inextricably linked to America’s most famous top‑secret initiative – the Manhattan Project. But after World War II, this brilliant and intense scientist fell from the innermost circles of American science. This biography presents a complex and revealing portrait of one of America's most influential scientists.


17 Tuesday, January 27, 8pm

Secrets o f the Dead The Hunt fo r Naz i Sc ient is ts This program explores the silent race between the Allies to capture Germany's top scientists during the dying days of World War II. As Hitler's technologically superior empire crumbled and the Allies marched to victory, each side sent out secret missions with the sole purpose of tracking down and securing the cream of Germany's scientific crop and capturing their secrets. At stake was rocket, airplane submarine and perhaps even nuclear technology that would fuel the Cold War.


Rick Steves ’ I ran As he's done with previous programs, Rick takes us beyond Europe to a place that's rich with history... and mystery. Visiting Iran, we'll get a rare present day look at of some of civilization’s most important historical sites, and a sense of this country’s 21st century culture.

2 Tuesday, January 27, 8pm; Saturday, January 31, 4pm

Gourmet ’s D ia ry o f a Food ie With the breadth of international travel combined with a passion for food, Gourmet's Diary of a Foodie returns for its third season. Each episode of this James Beard Award‑winning series dives into the diverse realm of the world's greatest cuisines. This mouthwatering food, culture, and travel series delivers a unique cultural look at the world, food first.

2 Saturday, January 31, Noon

Call a With Your DTV Questions

Are you prepared for digital television? On January 26th a will take your calls and answer your questions about DTV. Trained volunteers

from a, the Minnesota Broadcaster’s Association, Best Buy and the Geek Squad will be here from 6:30pm – 9:30pm to help you. This is your opportunity to get the information you need, whether you have general questions about the transition, need help hooking up your converter boxes, or have questions about antennas and reception. So remember, tune in and call us at 1-866-229-1300. We may not have all the answers, but we’ll do our best to help you get ready for digital TV!

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DALLAS, TEXAS Jaw-dropping finds include an 1847 painting by James Henry Beard titled “The Illustrious Guest.”

nova THE INCREDIBLE jOURNEY OF THE BUTTERFLIES Journey into the fascinating world of the Monarch butterfly and explore its migratory odyssey.

make ‘em laugh: The Funny business oF ameriCa WISE GUYS AND SMART-ALECKS: NEVER GIVE A SUCKER AN EVEN BREAK/SATIRE AND PARODY: SOCK IT TO ME? A look at classic and contemporary smart-alecks, including Groucho Marx, Jack Benny and Chris Rock. (Part 3 of 3)

The This old house hour BROOKLYN PROjECTKevin O'Connor and Norm Abram head to New York City to restore a neglected 1904 brownstone.


7:30

8:00 ameriCan exPerienCe THE TRIALS OF j. ROBERT OPPENHEIMER A complex and revealing portrait of the American scientist known as “The Father of the Atomic Bomb.”

riCk sTeves’ iranAs he’s done with previous programs on Israel, Egypt, and Eastern Turkey, Rick takes us beyond Europe to a place that’s rich with history.

seCreTs oF The dead THE HUNT FOR NAZI SCIENTISTS Explore the race between the Allies to cap-ture Hitler’s top scientists at the end of World War II.



9:00 FronTline/worldTurns its lens on the global community, cov-ering countries and cultures rarely seen on American television.

here he is...The one, The only... grouCho A glimpse at the life and career of one of the most iconic comedians of all time, Groucho Marx.

mi-5This action-packed series takes us into the thrilling world of MI-5, the clandestine security service, and the people who make up the elite team.


9:30

10:00 keePing uP aPPearanCes According to Hyacinth, the one thing she cannot stand is snobbery.

keePing uP aPPearanCes Hyacinth has determined that Richard needs a hobby and plunks down a video camera before him.


keePing uP aPPearanCes Hyacinth and Richard have been invited to a showing at an art gallery.

The red green show BERNICE’S BIRTHDAY Red has problems coming up with a last minute present for the wife.

10:30 are you being served? POP STAR Spooner is signed by a record company when his vocal talents are discovered during the staff show.

are you being served? again! Young Mr. Grace has died and the store has closed.

are you being served? again! The staff decide to take over Millstone Manor and run it for themselves.

are you being served? again! Mrs. Slocombe finds herself in court charged with stealing a gypsy cart.

The red green show THE CHURCH CASINO Lodge Members sneak off to the charity casino.

11:00 nova THE BIG ENERGY GAMBLE Examine California’s energy conserva-tion efforts and the search for new sources of carbon-free power.



globe Trekker SWEDEN & DENMARK Megan experiences a Viking festival in Aarhus, explores Copenhagen and tours the Nobel Museum.



MON 1.26 TUE 1.27 WED 1.28 THUR 1.29 FRI 1.30 7:00P a viewer FavoriTes egaliTe For all: ToussainT

louverTure and The haiTian revoluTionThe Haitian Revolution was a movement that has been called the beginning of uni-versal human rights.



musiC idols & iCons BEATLES: FROM LIVERPOOL TO SAN FRANCISCO They were four ordinary lads from Liverpool who became the biggest rock band the world had ever seen. 7:30 almanaC: hands-on hisTory

EXPLORING NORTHFIELD A look at the historical importance of the community of Northfield, Minnesota.



Texas ranCh house SHOWDOWN AT THE COOKE CORRAL/LORDS OF THE PLAINS Mr. Cooke delivers a surprising midway assessment of the cowboys’ performance.

masTerPieCe ClassiC WUTHERING HEIGHTS Emily Bronte’s story of the passionate bond between a Gypsy boy and his adoptive family’s daughter. (Part 2 of 2)8:30

9:00 FronTline/worldFeatures major stories and intimate views of countries and cultures.

sTarring naTalie wood George Segal narrates a warm tribute to this child star who forged a successful film legacy.

9:30

Check www.tpt.org 48 hours prior to broadcast for an announcement of your

favorite shows.



DALLAS, TEXAS Jaw-dropping finds include an 1847 painting by James Henry Beard titled “The Illustrious Guest.”


make ‘em laugh: The Funny business oF ameriCa WISE GUYS AND SMART-ALECKS: NEVER GIVE A SUCKER AN EVEN BREAK/SATIRE AND PARODY: SOCK IT TO ME? A look at classic and contemporary smart-alecks, including Groucho Marx, Jack Benny and Chris Rock. (Part 3 of 3)

The This old house hour BROOKLYN PROjECTKevin O'Connor and Norm Abram head to New York City to restore a neglected 1904 brownstone.


7:30



seCreTs oF The dead THE HUNT FOR NAZI SCIENTISTS Explore the race between the Allies to cap-ture Hitler’s top scientists at the end of World War II.



9:00 FronTline/worldTurns its lens on the global community, cov-ering countries and cultures rarely seen on American television.

here he is...The one, The only... grouCho A glimpse at the life and career of one of the most iconic comedians of all time, Groucho Marx.



9:30

10:00 keePing uP aPPearanCes According to Hyacinth, the one thing she cannot stand is snobbery.

keePing uP aPPearanCes Hyacinth has determined that Richard needs a hobby and plunks down a video camera before him.


keePing uP aPPearanCes Hyacinth and Richard have been invited to a showing at an art gallery.

The red green show BERNICE’S BIRTHDAY Red has problems coming up with a last minute present for the wife.

10:30 are you being served? POP STAR Spooner is signed by a record company when his vocal talents are discovered during the staff show.

are you being served? again! Young Mr. Grace has died and the store has closed.

are you being served? again! The staff decide to take over Millstone Manor and run it for themselves.

are you being served? again! Mrs. Slocombe finds herself in court charged with stealing a gypsy cart.

The red green show THE CHURCH CASINO Lodge Members sneak off to the charity casino.

11:00 nova THE BIG ENERGY GAMBLE Examine California’s energy conserva-tion efforts and the search for new sources of carbon-free power.



globe Trekker SWEDEN & DENMARK Megan experiences a Viking festival in Aarhus, explores Copenhagen and tours the Nobel Museum.



SAT 1.31 Noon gourmeT’s diary oF a Foodie

Third season premier.12:30 The viCTory garden

All about dark plants. 1:00 CulTivaTing liFe

Elementary seed-starting. 1:30 riCk sTeves’ euroPe

AMSTERDAM AND DUTCH SIDESTRIPS2:00 rudy maxa’s world

ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA2:30 anTiQues roadshow Fyi

Revisit Roadshow favorites.3:00 sPain...on The road again

LANDMARKS, LEGENDS AND THE LAP OF LUXURY Gwyneth and Mario chat with the architect of the Guggenheim in Bilbao, Frank Gehry.

4:00 riCk sTeves’ iranRick takes us beyond Europe to a place that’s rich with history.

5:00 make:Fire sculpture & a motorized Barcalounger are featured.

5:30 homeTime TOWN HOME: FIXTURES

6:00 The This old house hourBROOKLYN PROjECT

7:00 anTiQues roadshow ROADSHOW REMEMBERS A trip down memory lane filled with unbeliev-able objects and amazing prices.

8:00 make ‘em laugh: The Funny business oF ameriCa WISE GUYS AND SMART-ALECKS: NEVER GIVE A SUCKER AN EVEN BREAK/SATIRE AND PARODY: SOCK IT TO ME? A look at classic and contemporary smart-alecks. (Part 3 of 3)

10:00 here he is...The one, The only... grouCho A glimpse at the life and career of one of the most iconic comedians of all time, Groucho Marx.

11:00 The red green show THE CHURCH CASINO Lodge Members sneak off to the charity casino.

11:30 The red green show BERNICE’S BIRTHDAY Red has problems coming up with a last min-ute present for the wife.

12:00a ausTin CiTy limiTs MANU CHAO

MON 1.26 TUE 1.27 WED 1.28 THUR 1.29 FRI 1.30 7:00P a viewer FavoriTes egaliTe For all: ToussainT

louverTure and The haiTian revoluTionThe Haitian Revolution was a movement that has been called the beginning of uni-versal human rights.



musiC idols & iCons BEATLES: FROM LIVERPOOL TO SAN FRANCISCO They were four ordinary lads from Liverpool who became the biggest rock band the world had ever seen. 7:30 almanaC: hands-on hisTory

EXPLORING NORTHFIELD A look at the historical importance of the community of Northfield, Minnesota.



Texas ranCh house SHOWDOWN AT THE COOKE CORRAL/LORDS OF THE PLAINS Mr. Cooke delivers a surprising midway assessment of the cowboys’ performance.

masTerPieCe ClassiC WUTHERING HEIGHTS Emily Bronte’s story of the passionate bond between a Gypsy boy and his adoptive family’s daughter. (Part 2 of 2)8:30

9:00 FronTline/worldFeatures major stories and intimate views of countries and cultures.

sTarring naTalie wood George Segal narrates a warm tribute to this child star who forged a successful film legacy.

9:30

SAT 1.31 5:00P easTenders

Follow the lives of the people of the East End, London.5:30 easTenders

Follow the lives of the people of the East End, London.6:00 The lawrenCe welk show

TIME WAS Larry Hooper and the gang sings “Grandfather’s Clock.”

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7:00 almanaCMinnesota politics and public affairs, served with a twist.7:30

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When TV goes digital on February 17, 2009, a will also be changing its channel line-up. We are taking this opportunity to optimize and improve our services. This month we chat with Tom Holter, Executive Director of Programming, to give you an idea of what to expect next month:

why the changes to the a channel line-up? is this due to digital television? The DTV transition has given us a great opportunity to take a good look at our programming and update a few things. The transition to DTV allows us to broadcast multiple program streams on each of our transmitters. As a result, we have the opportunity to offer a range of program services across a family of a channels. This means we keep all the programming you love, but we can coordinate between channels and serve you better.

what can viewers expect from this new family of services? a 2 will mostly remain the same, except that all shows will now be in high-definition. The other channels will serve a range of diverse interests; a life will concentrate on cooking, travel, crafts, and do-it-yourself projects, and a MN will be devoted to the needs and interests of Minnesotans and their communities. There will also be an increase to the number of hours devoted to children’s programming, there will be 11 and 1/2 hours on a 2 and 8-10 hours on the weekend on a life.

what’s happening to a 17 ?Thanks to new technical capabilities made possible by digital TV, all of the channels will be designated as “Channel 2-x,” so there will no longer be a “Channel 17.” All of the great PBS programming that aired on a 17 will now air on a liFe; the weather will have its own station, a WX; and the Legislature will now air on a MN. Can you tell us more about a life?a life is a brand-new channel that we are very excited to offer, it will feature all the best in how-to, do-it-yourself, and lifestyle programming. Expect great shows like America’s Test Kitchen, This Old House and Rudy Maxa’s World in primetime (7-11pm), and repeats of your favorite PBS and a 2 shows during the day.

Tom Holter Executive Director or Programming

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P R O G R a M i N d e XBelow you will find programs listed by topic and rebroadcast information for the following channels and times: a 2, M-F 7pm – midnight; Sa & Su noon – 1 am; and a 17: M-F 7pm – 10 pm; Sa & Su 5pm – midnight.

19Th annual dr. marTin luTher king, Jr. holiday breakFasT Mon 1/19 7pm, Sun 1/25 6pm (17)aFriCa Trek destination galilee Sat 1/3 5pm (2)almanaC Fridays 7pm, Sundays 9:30am (2); Saturdays 7pm (17) almanaC: aT The CaPiTol Wednesdays 10pm (2); Wednesdays 7pm (17) almanaC: hands-on hisTory exploring anoka Wed 1/14 7:30pm (17) exploring dayton's bluff Wed 1/21 7:30pm (17) exploring northfield Wed 1/28 7:30pm (17)ameriCan exPerienCe eleanor roosevelt Sun 1/11 noon (2) The nuremberg Trials Tue 1/13 11pm (2); Tue 1/13 9pm (17) John and abigail adams Tue 1/20 8pm (17) The Trials of J. robert oppenheimer Mon 1/26 8pm (2); Tue 1/27 8pm (17)ameriCan masTers marilyn monroe: still life Sun 1/25 10pm (2)amiri baraka: The Power oF The word Sun 1/11 9pm (17)anTiQues roadshow Mondays 7pm, Saturdays 7pm (2) anTiQues roadshow Fyi Saturdays 2:30pm (2) are you being served? Mon–Thurs 10:30pm, Through 1/26 (2) are you being served? again! Tue–Thu 10:30pm, 1/27–1/29 (2)arT wolFe's Travels To The edge The making of Travels to the edge Sat 1/3 3pm (2)The asCenT oF money Tue 1/13 9pm (2)aTChaFalaya houseboaT Sun 1/18 9:30pm (2); Fri 1/23 9:30pm (17)bbC world news Mon–Fri 10pm (17) belahdan Sundays 10:30pm (17) The big showbroadcast news Sat 1/3 8pm (2) north by northwest Sat 1/10 8pm (2)lifeboat Sat 1/10 10:15pm (2) invasion of the body snatchers Sat 1/17 10pm (2)bill moyers Journal Fridays 9pm (2)CaPiTol rePorT Saturdays 9:30 pm (17)Charlie rose Mon–Fri 10:30pm (17) Cikala maka anishnabe beComing mediawise Sun 1/4 7pm (17)Cinema's exiles: From hiTler To hollywood Sun 1/11 2:30pm (2); Tue 1/13 7pm (17)Close The gaP making the Case Sat 1/3 9pm (17) race disparities Sat 1/10 9pm (17) Class disparities Sat 1/17 9pm (17) Place disparities Sat 1/24 9pm (17) making Change Sat 1/31 9pm (17)Cook's CounTry From ameriCa's TesT kiTChen Saturdays noon, Through 1/24 (2) CulTivaTing liFe Sat 1/24 1pm, Sat 1/31 1pm (2)diversiTy in FoCus

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easTenders Fridays 11:00pm–mid (2); Saturdays 5–6pm (17)eCho government and you in an emergency Sat 1/3 11pm (17) getting your Child ready 4 kindergarten Sun 1/4 8pm, Sun 1/11 8pm, Sun 1/18 8pm, Sun 1/25 8pm (17)Child safety seats Sat 1/10 11pm, Sat 1/17 11pm (17) diabetes Prevention and Control Sat 1/24 11pm, Sat 1/31 11pm (17)egaliTe For all: ToussainT louverTure and The haiTian revoluTion Sun 1/25 11pm (2); Tue 1/27 7pm (17)emerging healTh soluTions Sun 1/18 7pm (17)From The ToP aT Carnegie hall sPeCial ediTion rhythm and strings Wed 1/7 9:30pm (2); Thu 1/8 9:30pm (17)FronTline The old man and the storm Tue 1/6 9pm (2); Wed 1/7 9pm (17) dreams of obama Tue 1/20 9pm (2); Wed 1/21 9pm (17)FronTline/world Tue 1/27 9pm (2); Wed 1/28 9pm (17)geT ready For digiTal Tv Wed 1/7 7:30pm, Mon 1/12 9:30pm (17)globe Trekker northern France Thu 1/1 11pm (2) deep south u.s.a. Sat 1/3 4pm, Thu 1/8 11pm (2) globe Trekker Food hour: southern spain & italy Sat 1/10 4pm, Thu 1/15 11pm (2) venezuela Sat 1/17 4pm, Thu 1/22 11pm (2) globe Trekker Food hour: southern india Sun 1/18 4pm (2)sweden & denmark Sat 1/24 4pm, Thu 1/29 11pm (2) indian ocean islands Sun 1/25 4pm (2) gourmeT's diary oF a Foodie Sat 1/31 noon (2)greaT PerFormanCes Cyrano de bergerac Wed 1/7 7pm (2); Thu 1/8 7pm (17)greaTesT generaTion Film showCase 3 Sat 1/17 8pm (17)green CiTies: leading The way Sun 1/25 9:30pm (17)healTh, Care and you english language Sun 1/11 6pm (17)hmong language Sun 1/11 6:30pm (17)spanish language Sun 1/11 7pm (17)somali language Sun 1/11 7:30pm (17)here he is...The one, The only...grouCho Wed 1/28 9pm, Sat 1/31 10pm (2)hollywood bowl: musiC under The sTars Fri 1/16 7pm (17)homeless youTh: Finding home Sun 1/25 7:30pm (17)homeTime Saturdays 5:30pm (2) hoodo mise hadimo: beComing mediawise Sun 1/18 9pm (17)how alCohol Came To The ameriCan indian Sat 1/3 8:30pm (17)ideal world Tue 1/6 8pm, Sun 1/11 10pm (2); Wed 1/7 8pm (17) iF a road runs Through iT Sun 1/25 9pm (17)in The liFe Tue 1/6 11pm & 11:30pm (2)

indePendenT lens operation Filmmaker Sun 1/4 10pm (2); Mon 1/5 8pm (17) a son's sacrifice Mon 1/5 9:30pm (17) helvetica Sun 1/11 11pm (2); Mon 1/12 7pm (17)wordplay Mon 1/12 8pm (17) grey gardens: From east hampton to broadway Sun 1/18 10pm (2); Mon 1/19 9pm (17) muskrat lovely Sun 1/18 11pm (2) indian Pride spirituality Sun 1/4 10pm (17) Tribal relations with united states of america Sun 1/11 10pm (17) Culture, Traditions & Celebrations Sun 1/18 10pm (17) american indian advocacy Sun 1/25 10pm (17)indian women: sTrengTh and resilienCe Sun 1/4 6:30pm (17)inside The boardroom: Jill laJdziak Sat 1/10 10pm (17)JaCk benny: Comedy in bloom Thu 1/1 8pm, Sun 1/4 5pm (2)JaCkie gleason - genius aT work Thu 1/1 9pm, Sun 1/4 4pm (2)Janis ian live From grand CenTer Fri 1/2 7pm (17)

keePing uP aPPearanCes - The memoirs oF hyaCinTh buCkeT Mon, Tues & Thu 10pm (2) khaT in The somali CommuniTy Sun 1/4 7:30pm (17)killing hiTler Thu 1/22 8pm (2)kuwu nguyu: living well wiTh aids Sun 1/18 9:30pm (17)The lawrenCe welk show Saturdays 6pm (17) lending a hand: The wakanheza ProJeCT Sun 1/25 7pm (17)liQuid asseTs: The sTory oF our waTer inFrasTruCTure Tue 1/6 8pm (17)long-Term Care FinanCing soluTions Sat 1/31 8pm (17)make 'em laugh: The Funny business oF ameriCa Part one Wed 1/14 7pm, Sat 1/17 8pm (2) Part Two Wed 1/21 7pm, Sat 1/24 8pm (2) Part Three Wed 1/28 7pm, Sat 1/31 8pm (2)make: Tue 1/6 7pm & 7:30pm; Saturdays 5pm, Starting 1/10 (2) masTerPieCe ClassiC Tess of the d'urbervilles - Part one Sun 1/4 8pm (2); Fri 1/9 8pm (17) Tess of the d'urbervilles - Part Two Sun 1/11 8pm (2); Fri 1/16 8pm (17) wuthering heights - Part one Sun 1/18 8pm (2); Fri 1/23 8pm (17) wuthering heights - Part Two Sun 1/25 8pm (2); Fri 1/30 8pm (17) mi-5 Thou shall not kill Thu 1/15 8pm (2)looking after our own Thu 1/15 9pm, Tue 1/20 11pm (2) one last dance Thu 1/22 9pm, Tue 1/27 11pm (2) Traitor’s gate Thu 1/29 9pm (2)

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minnesoTa aT 150: real and imagined education Sun 1/4 9pm (17) environment Sat 1/17 10pm (17) health and wellness Sat 1/24 10pm (17) arts and Culture Sat 1/31 10pm (17)minnesoTa's Progressive rePubliCans Sun 1/18 6pm (17)mnTv Sat 1/3 10pm (17)moody blues aT The royal alberT hall Sat 1/3 10:15pm (2)musiC idols & iCons beatles: From liverpool to san Francisco Sat 1/24 10pm (2); Fri 1/30 7pm (17)mysTery! miss marple, series i: what mrs. mcgillicuddy saw – Part 1 Fri 1/2 8pm (17) miss marple, series i: what mrs. mcgillicuddy saw – Part 2 Fri 1/2 9pm (17)

naTure The gorilla king Sun 1/4 7pm (2) The dragon Chronicles Sun 1/11 7pm (2) Can animals Predict disaster? Sun 1/18 2pm (2) katrina's animal rescue Sun 1/18 3pm (2) arctic bears Sun 1/18 7pm (2) is that skunk? Sun 1/25 7pm (2)newPorT Jazz FesTival Fri 1/23 7pm (17)The newshour wiTh Jim lehrerMon–Fri 6pm & mid (2)nighTly business rePorT newsbrieF Mon–Thu 5:30pm (2)nova is there life on mars? Mon 1/5 11pm (2) The Perfect Corpse Mon 1/12 11pm (2) arctic Passage: Prisoners of the ice Tue 1/13 7pm (2); Wed 1/14 8pm (17)arctic Passage: ice survivors Tue 1/13 8pm, Mon 1/19 11pm (2); Wed 1/14 9pm (17) The big energy gamble Tue 1/20 7pm, Mon 1/26 11pm (2) dimming Sun Tue 1/20 8pm (2); Wed 1/21 8pm (17) The incredible Journey of the butterflies Tue 1/27 7pm (2); Wed 1/28 8pm (17)now on Pbs Fridays 8:30pm (2) on a wing and a Prayer: an ameriCan muslim learns To Fly Mon 1/5 7pm (17)oPium use: a hmong PersPeCTive Sun 1/4 6pm (17)P.o.v. my Country, my Country Sun 1/4 11:30pm (2)

Pioneers oF Television sitcoms Wed 1/14 9pm (2) game shows Wed 1/21 9pm (2)

a PlaCe oF our own activities special Sun 1/4 5pm (17) managing aggressive behaviorSun 1/11 5pm (17) helping a shy Child Sun 1/18 5pm (17) healthy eating Sun 1/25 5pm (17)

a PlaCe To danCe Fri 1/9 7pm (17)The red green show The driving lesson Fri 1/2 10pm, Sat 1/3 11:35pm (2)The Tax refund Fri 1/2 10:30pm (2)no Church Fri 1/9 10pm (2)The Petting zoo Fri 1/9 10:30pm (2)good government Fri 1/16 10pm (2)The Poker game Fri 1/16 10:30pm (2)The drill Fri 1/23 10pm, Sat 1/24 11:30pm (2)maxi golf Fri 1/23 10:30pm, Sat 1/24 11pm (2) bernice's birthday Fri 1/30 10pm, Sat 1/31 11:30pm (2)The Church Casino Fri 1/30 10:30pm, Sat 1/31 11pm (2) The rheToriC oF PoliTiCal ads Sat 1/10 8pm (17)riCk sTeves' euroPe istanbul Sat 1/3 1:30pm (2) Florence: City of art Sat 1/10 1:30pm (2) siena and assisi: iTaly's grand hill Towns Sat 1/17 1:30pm (2) Cinque Terre: italy's hidden riviera Sat 1/24 1:30pm (2)amsterdam and dutch side trips Sat 1/31 1:30pm (2)riCk sTeves' iran Tue 1/27 8pm, Sat 1/31 4pm (2); Thu 1/29 7pm (17) river inTo The new world Tue 1/6 7pm (17)roads, rails and urban Change Sat 1/24 8pm (17)rudy maxa's world bangkok, Thailand Sat 1/3 2pm (2) Thailand, golden Triangle Sat 1/10 2pm (2) delhi & agra, india Sun 1/11 4:30pm (2) Thailand, andaman islands Sat 1/17 2pm (2) estonia Sat 1/24 2pm (2) st. Petersburg, russia Sat 1/31 2pm (2)

savage seas killer waves Wed 1/7 11pm, Sun 1/25 noon (2)rescue Wed 1/14 11pm, Sun 1/25 1pm (2)The deep Wed 1/21 11pm, Sun 1/25 2pm (2) killer storms Sun 1/25 3pm, Wed 1/28 11pm (2)seaside sTory Tue 1/6 9:30pm (17)

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seCreTs oF mary magdalene Thu 1/8 8pm (2)seCreTs oF The dead Tomb of Christ Thu 1/8 9pm (2) The hunt for nazi scientists Thu 1/29 8pm (2)shared values: healTh & CommuniTy Sun 1/18 7:30pm (17)sisTers oF selma: bearing wiTness For Change Mon 1/19 8pm (17)sPain...on The road again madrid and the end of the road Sun 1/4 6pm (2) Tilting windmills in Castilla la manchaSat 1/10 3pm (2) Pilgrimage to galicia Sat 1/17 3pm (2) Coasting along in galicia Sat 1/24 3pm (2) landmarks, legends and the lap of luxury Sat 1/31 3pm (2)The sTandard oF PerFeCTion show Cattle Thu 1/15 7pm (17)sTarring naTalie wood Sun 1/25 9pm (2); Fri 1/30 9pm (17)The sTory oF india beginnings Mon 1/5 8pm, Sun 1/11 5pm (2) The Power of ideas Mon 1/5 9pm, Sun 1/11 6pm (2) spice routes & silk roads/The growth of Civilization Mon 1/12 8pm, Sun 1/18 5pm (2) ages of gold Mon 1/12 9pm, Sun 1/18 6pm (2) The meeting of Two oceans Mon 1/19 8pm, Sun 1/25 5pm (2)Freedom Mon 1/19 9pm, Sun 1/25 6pm (2)suPernaTural sCienCe animal Telepathy Sun 1/18 noon (2)Tavis smiley Mon–Fri 11:30pm (17) Telling The TruTh: The besT in broadCasT Journalism Tue 1/20 7pm (17)Texas ranCh house a home on the ranch/The good, The bad & The Colonel Thu 1/15 8pm (17) The Cookie Crumbles/The great divide Thu 1/22 8pm (17) showdown at the Cooke Corral/lords of the Plains Thu 1/29 8pm (17)The This old house hour Thursdays 11pm, Saturdays 6pm (2) The viCTory garden Saturdays 12:30pm (2) vieTnamese news Sundays 11:30pm (17) washingTon week Fridays 8pm (2)wild ChroniCles Sat 1/3 3:30pm (2)woman who Thinks like a Cow Sun 1/18 1pm (2); Thu 1/22 7pm (17)a year aT kew Saturdays 1pm, Through 1/17 (2)

Bernstein onBroadwayTHU JAN 15 11AMSAT JAN 17 8PMOsmo Vänskä, conductorChristiane Noll, Rachel York,Doug LaBrecque, vocalists

Leonard Bernstein made his name onBroadway and changed the face of musicaltheater with West Side Story, Wonderful Town and Candide. Tonight we spread the feast of his greatest hits before you. Three Broadway stars—Christiane Noll, Rachel York and Doug LaBrecque—light up the Orchestra Hall stage with Bernstein’s sparkling favorites.

Bernstein in the ConCert hallFRI JAN 16 8PMOsmo Vänskä, conductor | Adam Kuenzel, flute Susanne Mentzer, soprano | Burt Hara, clarinet

BERNSTEIN Slava!, A Political Overture Halil, Nocturne for Flute and Orchestra Divertimento for Orchestra Sonata for Clarinet and Orchestra Symphony No. 1, Jeremiah

Leonard Bernstein became America’s best-loved composer because he wore (at least) two hats with such amazing panache. Here we encounter the classical Bernstein, including his Jeremiah Symphony—early proof of the Bernstein pizzazz and power.

Bernstein Massa fully staged produCtion THU JAN 22 7:30PMFRI JAN 23 8PMOsmo Vänskä, conductorRaymond Ayers, baritone (Celebrant)Minnesota Chorale | Minnesota Boychoir | James Sewell Ballet

BERNSTEIN Mass, A Theatre Piece for Singers, Players and Dancers

Our Bernstein Festival culminates in this rare full performance of his astonishing Mass brought to life by nearly 250 performers on stage. Utterly unique in its fusion of theater and concert hall, Mass grapples with the deepest questions of faith and doubt—and showcases Bernstein’s wildest and most touching music.

Bernstein livea faMily ConCertfeaturing JaMie BernsteinSUN JAN 25 2PM

Join Jamie Bernstein and the Minnesota Orchestra for a very special event listeners of all ages will love: a program revealing the genius of the American icon, Leonard Bernstein.Bernstein’s daughter Jamie returns to the Orchestra Hall stage to host an exploration some of his greatest masterpieces, including West Side Story, Candide and more.Concert is approximately 90 minutes with intermission.

Jan 15-30, 2009

Minnesota orchestra

Join us as we celebrate the music of american icon leonard Bernstein. From the concert hall to theBroadway stage, plus a special concert for families hosted by Jamie Bernstein, there’s something for everyone.

minnesotaorchestra.org/bernstein I 612.371.5656Music and video clips online@ minnesotaorchestra.orgSeason Sponsor: Premier Sponsors: Media Sponsor:

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JAMIE BERNSTEIN

young people’s ConcertsSchool groups can explore some of Leonard Bernstein’s greatestmasterpieces in “The Bernstein Beat” January 28-30. These YoungPeople’s education concerts are recommended for students grades 4-6. Please call 612.371.5671 for more information.

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