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DISCOVER THE WORLD WITH NHPBS
There are so many reasons to travel the world. I believe there’s nothing better than getting a fresh perspective, meeting new people and discovering a different way of life.
New Hampshire PBS has long brought armchair travelers on a virtual tour of the world with programs like RICK STEVES’ EUROPE and JOSEPH ROSENDO’S STEPPIN’ OUT. But if the travel bug has bitten you, NHPBS also offers up some real-life experiences. For over seven years, we’ve teamed up with American Expeditions and taken travelers to Germany, Norway, Iceland, Scotland, Ireland, France and Portugal. This month, we’re headed to the Yorkshire Dales to celebrate ALL CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL.
A lot of the people who have been on multiple trips with us enjoy reuniting with past travelers. Beatrice Rogers, from Nahant, Massachusetts, embarked on our excursions to France and Portugal. “It was delightful to have some of the same people on the Portugal trip who were on the France trip the previous year. It felt like reconnecting with old friends,” said Rogers.
Ed Mehigen of Stratham echoed that sentiment. “One of the amazing aspects of these trips is how quickly the group comes together and the development of lasting friendships.”
Dave Owen from Wolfeboro has been on six trips. “I choose to go on these trips with NHPBS because they are going to places that I have always wanted to see, the cost of the trips fits within my fixed retirement income and the people and the accommodations are always pleasant.”
On some of our tours, as an added bonus,
WINDOWS TO THE WILD host Willem Lange and videographer Steve Giordani join us to film a special episode of the program, highlighting the country and its environment. Willem, a true raconteur, shares stories about the region along the way, and travelers get a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into filming the show.
“Our local guides bring us to walk across the top of the Pont Du Gard or offer a private concert, where we’re serenaded by traditional Portuguese Fado musicians, or lead us to explore the breathtaking Icelandic countryside,” said Lange. “In every show we film, we try to capture the essence of the country, its people and the beautiful countryside for all of our viewers at home to experience along with us.”
France traveler Greg Moulton, from Standish, Maine, said, “I’ve always wanted to see the Alps, southern France and the Mediterranean, so the itinerary was perfect. Plus, I have been a fan of Willem and WINDOWS TO THE WILD for years, so it was great to have a chance to travel with him.”
For some people, organizing a long trip can be overwhelming. Going with a planned NHPBS group tour makes it easier, especially if you are traveling alone. “It was a trip of a lifetime for me,” said Moulton. “Don’t be afraid to go on your own, as I did. Everyone was very friendly and welcoming, and I immediately felt comfortable and bonded with fellow travelers.”
“If anyone is looking to travel with a great bunch of people… and also contribute to a non-profit organization, then I highly recommend booking a trip with NHPBS,” said Theresa Burns from Charlestown.
Curious about our next trip? Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me at tdouglass@nhpbs.org
Terry Douglass Major Gifts Officer
NHPBS PRIMETIME PICKS
All Creatures Great and Small: A Season 4 Change
SUN Sep 1 | 6:30 PM NHPBS
Join the cast and crew of ALL CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL for a behind-the-scenes look at season 4 of this beloved series. In season 4, as the war intrudes on daily life, the residents of Skeldale House face new challenges and make life-changing decisions.
America’s Test Kitchen Celebrates 25 Years
MON Sep 16 | 10 PM NHPBS
Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the most-watched cooking show on public television with a party highlighting the food, science, kitchen ingenuity and fun that have made the show a fan favorite for over 600 episodes.
Sherlock on Masterpiece: The Abominable Bride
SUN Sep 1 | 9:30 PM NHPBS
The modern Sherlock and Watson find themselves in 1890s London solving a classic Sherlock Holmes mystery. This fall, join NHPBS for a live Murder Mystery event! Uncover more intriguing details at nhpbs.org/ events.
Big Cats 24/7
WED Sep 18 | 8 PM NHPBS
In Botswana’s wild Okavango Delta, the BIG CATS 24/7 team of local and international filmmakers follows lions, leopards and cheetahs day and night. Using the latest filming technology, they reveal the cats’ lives like never before.
Moonflower Murders on Masterpiece
SUN Sep 15 | 9 PM NHPBS
To solve the disappearance of a young woman, feisty amateur sleuth Susan Ryeland investigates the truth behind a real-life murder detailed in Alan Conway’s novel. Can Susan uncover the secret hidden in the book and find Cecily before it’s too late?
VOCES American Historia: The Untold History of Latinos
FRI Sep 27 | 9 PM NHPBS
Join actor and playwright John Leguizamo as he combats the whitewashing of American history by traveling throughout Mexico and the U.S. to shed light on both the known and lesser-known Latino stories that have shaped America.
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CROSSROADS: A CONVERSATION WITH AMERICA
MON Sep 23 | 9 PM NHPBS
As the 2024 presidential election approaches, former PBS Newshour anchor Judy Woodruff sits down with big thinkers and an audience of regular people to explain what we’ve learned about America’s divisions, what we’re still grasping to better understand and what might be done to move forward.
BROKENWOOD MYSTERIES
WED Sep 18 | 9 PM EXPLORE
DI Mike Shepherd arrives in the sleepy town of Brokenwood with a classic car, a country music collection and an indeterminate number of exwives. His assistant, DC Kristin Sims, is a by-the-book investigator 15 years younger than her boss’s car. Shepherd soon discovers that Brokenwood is full of secrets and suspicions.
OUTSIDE: BEYOND THE LENS MARATHON
FRI Sep 6 | 9 PM NH CREATE
Host Jeff Aiello and his award-winning crew celebrate the art of photography by documenting how scenic shots are caught on film. But beyond the lens, Jeff and his team also discover the real magic of travel in the people, food and unplanned adventures on each trip.
LOCAL, USA: SILENCE IN SIKESTON
MON Sep 16 | 8 PM NH WORLD
The 1942 lynching of Cleo Wright continues to haunt a small Missouri city. In 2020, the past reverberates in the present in the police killing of a young Black father. SILENCE IN SIKESTON explores necessary questions about history, trauma, silence and resilience in a community that’s remained divided for over 78 years.
SESAME STREET – NEW EPISODES
MON Sep 2 | 8:30 AM NH KIDS
The sunny days on SESAME STREET are as fun-filled as ever in this new season of early learning adventures. Celebrities including Dan Levy, Brandi Carlile and Quinta Brunson join Elmo, Big Bird and the rest of the neighborhood to experience the joy of learning.
HAIL TO THE CHEF
PATI’S MEXICAN TABLE SAT Sep 14 | 11:30 AM NHPBS
CHRISTOPHER KIMBALL’S MILK ST. TELEVISION SAT Sep 14 | 1 PM NHPBS
MARY BERRY MAKES IT EASY SAT Sep 14 | 1:30 PM NHPBS
CHRISTINA COOKS SAT Sep 14 | 2 PM NHPBS
COOK’S COUNTRY SAT Sep 21 | 12:30 PM NHPBS
PBS News Hour*
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SEPTEMBER 2024 PROGRAM SCHEDULE
PBS News Hour* Trans-Siberian Orchestra: Ghosts of Christmas Eve
to Remember (My Music Presents)**
PBS News Hour* Antiques Roadshow Antiques Roadshow
PBS News Hour*
PBS News Hour*
PBS News Hour*
PBS News Hour*
Your Roots To The Manor Born
Bend: The Wild Frontier of Texas
Masters** Rita Moreno: Just A Girl Who Decided to Go for It
Yorkshire Vet, The Agatha Christie's Marple Sister Boniface Mysteries
Sister Boniface Mysteries Ridley Moonflower Murders On Masterpiece
PBS News Hour* Antiques Roadshow Antiques Roadshow
PBS News Hour* Finding Your Roots Activist Roots American Masters** Julia Alvarez: A Life Reimagined
PBS News Hour* Big Cats 24/7
PBS News Hour*
PBS News Hour* Deadlock
Yorkshire Vet, The Agatha Christie's Marple
Masters** Laura Ingalls Wilder: Prairie to Page
Sister Boniface Mysteries
Sister Boniface Mysteries Ridley Moonflower Murders On Masterpiece
PBS News Hour* Antiques Roadshow Crossroads: A Conversation with America
PBS News Hour* Finding Your Roots Mexican Roots Frontline** The Choice 2024
PBS News Hour* Big Cats 24/7 Nova Einstein's Quantum Riddle
PBS News Hour* American Experience** LBJ | Part 1
PBS News Hour* Voces American Historia: The Untold History of Latinos
Yorkshire Vet, The Agatha Christie's Marple
Sister Boniface Mysteries Ridley
Sister Boniface Mysteries
Moonflower Murders On Masterpiece
PBS News Hour* Antiques Roadshow Antiques Roadshow
SEPTEMBER 2024 PROGRAM SCHEDULE
5 Minute Yoga Fix with Peggy Cappy* Engelbert Humperdinck: Live In Hawaii (My Music Presents)
Revival 69: The Concert That Rocked The World*
Celtic ThunderOdyssey*
John Williams: The Berlin Concert
PBS News Hour All Creatures Great and Small: A Season 4 Change Sherlock On Masterpiece**
PBS News Hour Hotel Portofino All New Rock, Pop and Doo Wop (My Music Presents)**
PBS News Hour The Fab Four: The Ultimate Beatles Tribute Celtic Thunder - Odyssey
PBS News Hour Ken Burns: One Nation, Many Stories
PBS News Hour John & Yoko: Above Us Only Sky
Exploring Ireland with Michael* Ken Burns: One Nation, Many Stories Mustangs: America's Wild Horses** The Lawrence Welk Show* Moments to Remember (My Music Presents)
Memory Makeover with Daniel Amen, MD**
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Please Note: Programs on NHPBS Explore begin before 6:30 PM when marked *. Programs end at 10:30 PM unless marked ** This program schedule is subject to change. Go to nhpbs.org/schedule for the most up-to-date listing of programs.
