NHPBS Connections - March 2023

CREATING COMMUNITY

It’s certainly a very exciting time to be the director of development at New Hampshire PBS. Beth Evans joined the station in July 2022 and in a matter of months she’s had the opportunity to experience the breadth and impact of the station’s activities.

SMALL and MISS SCARLET AND THE DUKE, March brings with it a treasure trove of entertainment, including the music of John Denver, Billy Joel, The Carpenters, Jimi Hendrix, Bob Dylan and Elvis Presley.

Beth Evans Director of Development

From the co-production of political debates with NH Public Radio, BritWit Club and NHPBS INSIDER SERIES events, to the taping of the new season of GRANITE STATE CHALLENGE and the launch of The Willem Lange Endowment Fund, it has been an opportunity to connect with viewers and see firsthand the deep connection between NHPBS and the community.

“It’s been wonderful to meet so many members at our events, they’re so appreciative of what we do. Whether it’s a favorite show or a news program, NHPBS is like a good friend stopping by to keep you company,” says Evans.

But there is no time to slow down for this veteran fundraising professional as March Pledge is a critically important time for the station.

“The needs of our community are our main focus and pledge drives allow our community to support the station,” says Evans. “Member support is vital in our local programming, to support the shows our viewers love, including WINDOWS TO THE WILD WITH WILLEM LANGE, GRANITE STATE CHALLENGE, OUR HOMETOWN, THE STATE WE’RE IN, and SENIORITY AUTHORITY.”

Member support is also vital to fund the PBS shows the station brings to its five channels, adds Evans. Along with favorites such as ALL CREATURES GREAT AND

And while March will also bring programs for adults, covering topics such as financial empowerment, health and wellbeing and the station engages in educational services for children year-round with an extensive array of online offerings and community engagement.

“The educational component is as important as the entertainment,” says Evans, who got to experience the combination of both aspects firsthand at a taping of GRANITE STATE CHALLENGE. “I was in the control booth and was able to see how the show was produced, all the moving parts and the students were so impressive.”

Evans says she’s looking forward to more opportunities to meet with viewers around the state and enjoys the opportunity to hear more about what people value in their public TV station.

“Among the benefits of membership, viewers really value the ability to watch their favorite programs on their own time with the PBS streaming app Passport,” adds Evans. “They have access to thousands of NHPBS and PBS programs from the PBS NEWSHOUR to MASTERPIECE dramas at their fingertips.”

“When you think about all the choices that viewers have nowadays, PBS has always been a trusted brand with deep roots in the community. If you’re not a member, we invite you to become one and join the thousands who keep NHPBS strong. We could not do it without our members and viewers like you.”

NHPBS PRIMETIME PICKS

Billy Joel: Live at Yankee Stadium

FRI Mar 3 | 10:30 PM NHPBS

Join the Piano Man for his legendary 1990 concert recorded live at the historic stadium in the Bronx. Meticulously remixed and re-edited, the program includes interviews with Joel and behind-the-scenes footage from that iconic night.

Les Misérables: The Staged Concert

SUN Mar 5 | 6:30 PM NHPBS

Les Misérables is undisputedly one of the world’s most popular musicals. Take in this spectacular concert version featuring an all-star cast including Michael Ball as Javert, Alfie Boe as Jean Valjean, Carrie Hope Fletcher as Fantine, and Matt Lucas as Thenardier.

Jimi Hendrix: Electric Church

TUE Mar 7 | 9:30 PM NHPBS

Trace Jimi Hendrix’s journey to the Atlanta International Pop Festival and relive his unforgettable performance on July 4, 1970. Against the backdrop of civil rights unrest, the toll of the Vietnam War and a burgeoning festival culture, the concert took place in a dusty, hot pecan orchard in Georgia.

Elvis Presley: ‘68 Comeback Special

FRI Mar 10 | 9 PM NHPBS

Watch one of the great moments in rock and roll history as Elvis performs some of the best music of his life. Taped in Burbank, California, this television special — his first — was a brilliant milestone for Elvis and saved his career.

Call The Midwife: Season 12

SUN Mar 19 | 8 PM NHPBS

It’s 1968, and the nuns and nurses from Nonnatus House return for more midwifery and family life. The midwives welcome a new nun, Sister Veronica, and tension in Poplar arises following the effects of Enoch Powell’s “Rivers of Blood” speech.

Marie Antoinette

SUN Mar 19 | 10 PM NHPBS

Marie Antoinette is just a teenager when she leaves Austria to marry the Dauphin of France. When she arrives at Versailles, she must obey the numerous and complex rules of the French court. The princess quickly suffers from not being able to live her life the way she wants.

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GIRL TALK: A LOCAL, USA SPECIAL

THU Mar 23 | 10 PM NHPBS

Set in the cutthroat, male-dominated world of high school debate, where tomorrow’s leaders are groomed, GIRL TALK tells the compelling and timely story of five girls on a top-ranked Massachusetts high school debate team as they strive to become the best debaters in the United States.

ISABEL AND ROY

SAT Mar 25 |10:30 PM NHPBS EXPLORE

Prior to his Pop art fame in New York, Roy Lichtenstein struggled to find work and raise a family in Cleveland. His wife Isabel helped support him as he developed his signature style. But, before he could establish his career, she had to give up hers.

WINDOWS TO THE WILD

IRELAND WITH MICHAEL

MON Mar 6 |10:30 AM NH CREATE

Combining glorious footage from the Emerald Isle, fascinating travel destinations, exciting cultural experiences and performances from Irish stars, IRELAND WITH MICHAEL explores the hidden treasures and majestic beauty of this breathtaking country. Come see Michael LIVE at the Capitol Center: nhpbs.org/events

AMERICAN EXPERIENCE: THE VOTE

MON Mar 6 | 2 PM NH WORLD

One hundred years after the passage of the 19th Amendment, THE VOTE tells the dramatic culmination story of the hard-fought campaign waged by American women for the right to vote, a transformative cultural and political movement that resulted in the largest expansion of voting rights in U.S. history.

SESAME STREET: FURRY FRIENDS FOREVER

MON Mar 13 |10 AM NHPBS

Elmo and Grover discover a sweet, stray puppy and embark on an adventure throughout the neighborhood with Sesame Street friends Cookie Monster, Abby Cadabby, and Oscar the Grouch. Together, they search for the local pet adoption fair in the hopes of finding her a “forever home.”

PBS NewsHour*

MARCH 2023 PROGRAM SCHEDULE

Rosendo's Travelscope Windows to the Wild Kayaking with Cookies

Wed. 3/1

Thu. 3/2

Fri. 3/3

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Tue. 3/7

Wed. 3/8

Thu. 3/9

Fri. 3/10

Sat. 3/11

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Mon. 3/13

Tue. 3/14

Wed. 3/15

Thu. 3/16

Fri. 3/17

Nature American Horses Memory Makeover with Daniel Amen, Md**

Rosendo's Travelscope Granite State Challenge Windows to the Wild Kayaking with Cookies

PBS NewsHour* Betty White: First Lady of Television

Lehrer - Live In Copenhagen 1967**

PBS NewsHour* Joe Bonamassa: Tales of Time

Rosendo's Travelscope Rick Steves' Europe Washington Week Firing Line with Margaret Hoover

Gregorian: Pure Chants In Concert

'70's Soul Superstars (My Music)

Les Miserables: The Staged Concert

PBS NewsHour* This Land Is Your Land (My Music)

Rosendo's Travelscope

John Denver's Rocky Mountain High

PBS NewsHour* Henry Louis Gates, Jr. - Uncovering America Jimi Hendrix: Electric Church**

Rosendo's Travelscope Basic Black

Rosendo's Travelscope Windows to the Wild Rockhounds

PBS NewsHour* Ken Burns: The National Parks

Forever with Mark Hyman, Md

PBS NewsHour* Member Favorites

Rosendo's Travelscope Granite State Challenge Windows to the Wild Rockhounds

PBS NewsHour* Elvis Presley: '68 Comeback Special

Rosendo's Travelscope Rick Steves' Europe Washington Week Firing Line with Margaret Hoover

British Beat (My Music) Carpenters: Close to You (My Music Presents)

John Sebastian Presents: Folk Rewind (My Music)

This Land Is Your Land (My Music)

Gritty Dirt Band **

Dylan - Live In Newport 1963-1965**

PBS NewsHour* Antiques Roadshow Great Performances** Remember This

Rosendo's Travelscope Rick Steves' Europe

Rosendo's Travelscope Basic Black

PBS NewsHour* Finding Your Roots No Irish Need Apply Frontline** Age of Easy Money

Rosendo's Travelscope Windows to the Wild Eco River Run

PBS NewsHour* Nature The Serengeti Rules Nova Kilauea: Hawai'i On Fire

PBS NewsHour* Story of the D-Day Forecast: Three Days In June

of the Dead**

Rosendo's Travelscope Granite State Challenge Windows to the Wild Eco River Run Stories from the Stage Ruth Stone's Vast Library of the Female Mind**

Rosendo's Travelscope Rick Steves' Europe Washington Week Firing Line with Margaret Hoover

PBS NewsHour* Great Performances at the Met The Hours

Sat. 3/18 Ireland with Michael

Tue. 3/21

Celebrity Antiques Road Trip Phyllis Logan and Kevin McNally Traces Sister Boniface Mysteries Call The Midwife Sanditon On Masterpiece

Bean Mr. Bean The Goes Wrong Show

PBS NewsHour* Antiques Roadshow Antiques Roadshow

Rosendo's Travelscope Rick Steves' Europe

PBS NewsHour* American Masters Dr. Tony Fauci

Lens** Storming Caesars Palace

Rosendo's Travelscope Basic Black Frontline** Weinstein

Wed. 3/22 Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope Windows to the Wild Adventures with Floki Secrets of the Dead**

Thu. 3/23

Metropolis

PBS NewsHour* Awakening In Taos: The Mabel Dodge Luhan Story

Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope Granite State Challenge Windows to the Wild Adventures with Floki Stories from the Stage Girl Talk: A Local, USA Special**

Fri. 3/24 Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope Rick Steves' Europe Washington Week Firing Line with Margaret Hoover

Sat. 3/25 Ireland with Michael Mr. Bean The Return of Mr. Bean

The Goes Wrong Show Death In Paradise**

Sun. 3/26 Opportunity Knock$ Marie Antoinette** Rival Queens

Rosendo's Travelscope Rick Steves' Europe Independent Lens** Hidden Letters Tue. 3/28

Mon. 3/27

Rosendo's Travelscope Basic Black Wed. 3/29

Rosendo's Travelscope Windows to the Wild Scenic Railriders Secrets of the Dead** Thu. 3/30

Fri. 3/31

Rosendo's Travelscope Granite State Challenge Windows to the Wild Scenic Railriders Stories from the Stage Harriet Tubman: Visions of Freedom**

Rosendo's Travelscope Rick Steves' Europe Washington Week Firing Line with Margaret Hoover American Masters** Roberta

PBS NewsHour Elvis Presley: '68 Comeback Special Bob Dylan - Live In Newport 19631965**

PBS NewsHour Gut Check: Hope for Ultimate Health with Brenda Watson Aging Backwards 4: The Miracle of Flexibility

PBS NewsHour Exploring Ireland with Michael Suze Orman's Ultimate Retirement Guide**

The Lawrence Welk Show* Carpenters: Close to You (My Music Presents) Ken Burns: The National Parks

Young Forever with Mark Hyman, Md* Memory Makeover with Daniel Amen, Md

PBS NewsHour The Seven Ages of Elvis

PBS NewsHour Gut Check: Hope for Ultimate Health with Brenda Watson Just One Thing with Steven Gundry, Md**

PBS NewsHour Magic Moments: The Best of 50s Pop (My Music Presents)

PBS NewsHour Daniel O'donnell from Castlebar, Ireland Exploring Ireland with Michael

The Lawrence Welk Show* Les Miserables: The Staged Concert

Gut Check: Hope for Ultimate Health with Brenda Watson*

Suze Orman's Ultimate Retirement Guide

Your Dna Secrets Revealed**

Young Forever with Mark Hyman, Md**

PBS NewsHour Midsomer Murders What to Do When Someone Dies

PBS NewsHour Henry Louis Gates, Jr. - Uncovering America PBS

Please Note: Programs on NHPBS Explore begin before 6:30 PM when marked *. Programs end at 10:30 PM unless marked **