page 6
ON THE COVER
100 60
100 100 60
100
100 100
70
70 70
30
30 30
100 60
100 100 60
Celebrate the holiday season with Christmas at Concordia: Journey to Bethlehem, a new a-produced special which combines the pageantry of opera, the grandeur of choral orchestral masterworks, and the intimacy of delicate solos and duets.
100
100 100
100 60
100 100 60
100
100 100
70
70 70
3%
30
30 30
100 40
100 40
40 100
100 40
40 100
40 100
40 70 40
10 40 40
40 70 40
70 70 40
40 70 40
70 40 40
70 40 40
0000
3
3.1 2.2 2.2
10
10 7 7
Christmas at Concordia: Journey to Bethlehem celebrates 83 years of the Concordia Christmas Concerts, and promises to deliver a stunning choral and orchestral holiday offering. It will air locally this year and will then be seen nationwide on PBS stations in the 2010 holiday season.
70 40 40
20 70 70
This is the fourth national telecast in Concordia history and this production is a's most extensive ever. Our expertise in producing major concert specials was recently honored with an Emmy Award for the 2008 production of Christmas at Luther; we have also produced award-winning Christmas specials for national distribution with St. Olaf College, Augsburg College, the University of St. Thomas and Bethel University.
25
25 19 19
50
50 40 40 75 66 66
75
Dianne C. Steinbach, a Executive Producer for Arts & Cultural Productions says, “Minnesota’s choral tradition is renowned the world over, and René Clausen is one of the most important composers and choral arrangers of our time. The a production team is honored to have this opportunity to work with Concordia and to share their beautiful music with our viewers this holiday season.”
90
100 100 100
100
807070100
2
30
30 30
The program weaves celebratory themes to provide a continuous musical story. The concert features both large and small ensembles, which create a tapestry of music and visual spectacle. In addition, an original art installation measuring 20' high by 120' wide transforms the 3200-seat hall. These mural panels augment the musical story and serve as a backdrop for the 450 musicians.
70
70 70
Nationally recognized composer and conductor René Clausen of Moorhead's Concordia College re-imagines Christmas with new music, taking viewers of all faiths and traditions on this musical journey. Dr. Conductor René Clausen Clausen is one of the nation's leading choral orchestral composers having written over 90 commissioned works for the King's Singers, Mormon Tabernacle Choir, PBS and the American Choral Directors Association.
2 Thursday, December 24, 9pm
ISO 12647-7 Digital Control Strip 2007
Christmas at Concordia: Journey to Bethlehem
A
B
This Icon Will Appear Throughout the Magazine to Indicate a Holiday Show.
a •vz December 2009
Table of Contents T V Sc h e d u l e s Primetime Schedule (7pm-Midnight) 2
|
|
Dec 1-6 page 7
Coming soon: stronger
a signals!
Dec 7-13 page 11 Dec 14-20 page 15 Dec 21-27 page 19 Dec 28-31 page 20 Daytime Schedule
2 Weekday page 17 Weekend page 27
| Dec 1-15 pages 24-25 Dec 16-31 pages 28-29
Program highlights Primetime Highlights 2 | Dec 1-6 page 6 Dec 7-13 page 10 Dec 14-20 page 14 Dec 21-27 page 18 Dec 28-31 page 20
e Kids Programming and Special Features pages 16-17
dd December Highlights page 9
c Special Holiday Programming page 12
In early 2010, a will be increasing power to its transmitters. This means that c and
a Weather will become easier to receive. Stay tuned for more information about this upgrade!
INSIDE a Emmy Awards page 22
Program index 2 |
|
Programs a-L page 30 Programs M-z page 31
4
a •vz October-November 2009
PRESIDENT'S M ESSAGE a Membership: Your Ticket To…
As the weather turns colder and the holiday season
How much it would cost you to see all the P.O.V.
approaches, one of my favorite things to do on
films at the movie theatre? How much would it
a quiet night is to put my feet up, sit back on the
cost you to purchase a complete Masterpiece mini-
couch and turn on a .
series on DVD?
You might think that as President of the station I
We often talk about the value of a as it relates to community-building, educating our children and promoting civic awareness, but there is also the real-life economics of it: in short, your membership to a is a bargain!
would get a little tired of watching our channels, but the truth is that there is no other television I'd rather see. On any given night I can watch one of my favorite bands on Austin City Limits, I can learn about the history of Minnesota's Native American community on the MN Channel, I can get useful travel tips on a LIFE – the list goes on and on. I am proud to offer this service to you, our community, and I'd like to share with you one of my favorite analogies: just imagine if you had to buy a ticket to watch each show you see on our air.
Let's look at just one example: this season's holiday shows. From our locally produced shows like Christmas at Concordia: Journey to Bethlehem and Christmas at St. Olaf: Where Peace and Love and Hope Abide, to national PBS-produced shows like Christmas with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Lights! Celebrate Hanukkah Live in Concert, a is an incredible value. Just imagine if you had to pay for tickets to see all these shows at the theatre. Plus, we bring them all right into your home. Twin Cities Public Television is your ticket! By being a member, you can feel good not only about supporting an important public service, but also about how well you are spending your hard-earned money. In these economic times, that is more important than ever and we thank you for choosing
James R. Pagliarini
to be a member. So sit back, get comfortable, and enjoy the season's special offerings on a !
www.tpt.org • a
5
HIGHLIGHTS DEC EMB ER 1 - 6
Ed Sullivan's Rock and Roll Classics: The 60's
F
rom the late 1940's until the early 1970's, millions of viewers of all ages saw great musical acts each Sunday night on The Ed Sullivan Show. This installment in the My Music series presents classic song performances from 1963 – 1968. From the Beatles' American television debut, to the Doors' infamous appearance, to the Rolling Stones, to the Mamas and the Papas and more, this special focuses exclusively on full-length music performances that evoke the spirit of that decade's youth movement.
2 Wednesday, December 2, 8:30pm LIFE Saturday, December 5, 8pm
The Beatles
David Garrett: Live in Berlin Virtuoso violinist David Garrett redefines music, from classical to rock and back.
2 Thursday, December 3, 7pm LIFE Monday, December 7, 2pm
Great Performances
Rick Steves' Europe: Live in the Studio!
Andrea Bocelli and David Foster: My Christmas in Concert
Join travel expert Rick Steves live in the a studios and see clips from some of his favorite episodes. You'll also have a chance to take a class with Rick on December 6th. Visit tpt.org/rick to purchase tickets today.
2 Sunday, December 6, 7pm LIFE Wednesday, December 9, 7pm
Changing Keys: Billy McLaughlin and the Mysteries of Dystonia Chronicles five years in the life of guitarist Billy McLaughlin as he reclaims his career after battling the mysterious illness of focal dystonia.
2 Tuesday, December 1, 7pm
David Foster joins superstar Andrea Bocelli for a new Christmas concert of holiday classics.
Magic Moments: The Best of 50's Pop Enjoy this mix of live and vintage performances from Patti Page, Perry Como, Debbie Reynolds and more.
2 Saturday, December 5, 8pm LIFE Friday, December 4, 6pm
Peter, Paul and Mary: Carry It On A Musical Legacy Share in the four-decade long career of Peter Yarrow, Noel Paul Stookey and Mary Travers. This new special includes classic performances along with behind-the-scenes performances.
Happy Holidays: The Best of the Andy Williams Christmas Shows
2 Tuesday, December 1, 9pm LIFE Friday, December 4, 8pm
Features classic clips from beloved singer and television personality Andy Williams' Christmas specials including "Silent Night" and "Ave Maria."
Brain Fitness Frontiers
2 Wednesday, December 2, 7pm LIFE Wednesday, December 2, 2pm 6
2 Thursday, December 3, 8:30pm LIFE Monday, December 7, 8pm
Explore the impact of virtual reality in changing memories and dealing with pain.
2 Wednesday, December 2, 10:30pm LIFE Wednesday, December 2, 3:30pm a •vz December 2009
EVENING DECEMBER 1-6 1
Tue
2
Wed
7:00
7:30
8:00
8:30
P Changing Keys: Billy McLaughlin and the Mysteries of Dystonia
9:00
9:30
(6:00) Ed Slott’s Stay Rich for Life Andre Rieu Live In Dresden: Wedding at the Opera
BBC World News
Finding The Passion to Lead
Old Red Trail
Immigration: Minnesota’s Workforce & Culture
Happy Holidays: The Best of the Andy Williams Christmas Shows
Inside The Boardroom: Linda Alvarado
(6:00) Celtic Woman: Songs from Big Band Years Down On Skid Row, A Tape’s ...
Thu
4
Fri
5
Sat
Almanac: HandsOn History
David Garrett: Live In Berlin
Untold Korean War Stories: Invasion
Almanac
Washington Week
Winnipeg In Bloom (8:25) Now On
PBS
Bill Moyers Journal
Almanac
(6:00) Big Band Years
Saving Children: The Sex Abuse ...
Stop Sexual Violence
Magic Moments - The Best of 50’s Pop
Dakota Life
Happy Holidays: The Best of the Andy Williams Christmas Shows Charlie Rose
Worldfocus Parklands of the Midwest
Ed Sullivan’s Rock and Roll Classics - The 60's
Calculated Success
Broken Trusts Broken Childhoods
Album
Iron Country: The Mesabi’s Earliest Album
BBC World News
College Is Possible
Dakota Life
Worldfocus
Mining Towns
(6:00) Magic Moments - The Best Peter, Paul and Mary: Carry It On: A Musical Legacy of 50’s Pop
Charlie Rose
Worldfocus Album
Parklands of the Midwest
a Viewer Favorites (check tpt.org 48 hours prior to broadcast for an announcement of your favorite shows)
(6:00) Love Me Tender - The Love Ed Sullivan’s Rock and Roll Classics - The 60's
Celtic Woman: Songs from the Heart
Songs of Elvis
Amiri Baraka: The Power of the Word
6
Wisconsin Hometown Stories: La Crosse
BBC World News Barn Again!
Worldfocus
Charlie Rose
Great Performances: Andrea Bocelli and David Foster: My Christmas
Lewis and Clark: Pathways
11:30
Brain Fitness Frontiers
in Concert
Doo Wop 50
11:00
Rick Steves’ Posh Nosh European Insights
Album
BBC World News
Minnesota at 150: Real and Imagined: Innovation
10:30
Charlie Rose
Ed Sullivan’s Rock and Roll Classics - The 60's
the Heart
3
10:00
Peter, Paul and Mary: Carry It On: A Musical Legacy
Brule, Live at Mt. Rushmore: A Disability Concert for Reconciliation Viewpoints
Mary Hanson Show
Rick Steves’ Europe
Vietnamese News
Belahdan
ECHO: Getting Your Child Ready 4 Kindergarten
Peter, Paul and Mary: Carry It On: A Musical Legacy
Sun
a Viewer Favorites (check tpt.org 48 hours prior to broadcast for an announcement of your favorite shows) ECHO: Winter Safety
MN's National Tourism in MN: Shaping the Urban Environment Ideas at Play Park Legacy
Legacy of a Leader
Equal Justice?
Updated Schedule Information available at www.tpt.org or contact Member Services at 651-229-1300 or toll free at 866-229-1300
Andre Rieu Live in Dresden: Wedding at the Opera Recorded at the Semper Opera House in 2008, this is not only a concert, but also a real wedding party.
LIFE Tuesday, December 1, 8pm
Lidia's The Best of Italy This latest special from famed chef Lidia Bastianich combines three episodes in one! See Lidia visit a fish market, learn to make Fontina cheese, and prepare chocolate bread parfait.
LIFE Tuesday, December 1, 2pm 2 Saturday, December 5, 10am www.tpt.org • a
Doo Wop 50
The Cadillacs
Reunites more than 100 original performers, the biggest and best, to sing their mega hits.
LIFE Thursday, December 3, 7pm 7
8
a •vz December 2009
Leading in Crisis: Personal Stories What does it mean to be a leader in times of crisis? What lessons can be learned? And what good can come from a bad experience? Bill George – author, Harvard professor and former Medtronic CEO – leads a lively and intimate panel discussion with four-time presidential advisor David Gergen, Anne Mulcahy of Xerox, Marilyn Carlson Nelson of Carlson Companies and John Donahoe of eBay. Produced with the George Family Foundation.
b
Sunday, December 13, 4pm
d Sunday, December 13, 9pm
c
Sunday, December 20, 1pm
Tourism in Minnesota: Ideas at Play Tourism can help communities create a sense of identity, develop resources, create revenue, and celebrate their special characteristics. Examples featured in the show include festivals, agricultural tourism and the arts – ranging from Greater Minnesota to the streets of St. Paul. Produced with the U of M Extension and the U of M Tourism Center.
d
Sunday, December 6, 8:30pm
c
Sunday, December 13, 12:30pm
Paul Bunyan Land, Brainerd Photo courtesy of Explore Minnesota
Shaping the Urban Environment
MNTV Experience the wealth of independent filmmakers Minnesota has to offer in the 16th season of this series. Each show is comprised of shorts covering a wide variety of styles and subjects. You’ll see animation, experimental filmmaking and stories of the human experience. Created in partnership with IFP MN and the Walker Art Center.
b Sundays, 10pm starting December 13 d Sundays, 8pm starting December 20
Challenges and choices always face communities as they expand and develop. This program reveals the real impact of past, current and future urban development on scarce resources and the environment. Produced with the University Metropolitan Consortium.
d
Sunday, December 6, 9pm
c
Sunday, December 13, 1pm
For More Information visit www.mnchannel.org www.tpt.org • a
9
HIGHLIGHTS
DECEMBER 7 - 1 3
National Parks: America's Best Idea The Morning of Creation (1946 – 1980)
E
njoy the last episode of Ken Burns' iconic new series; in it, a stubborn iconoclast fights a lonely battle on behalf
of a species nearly everyone hates; America's "Last Frontier" becomes a testing ground for the future of the park idea; and in unprecedented numbers, American families create unforgettable memories, passing on a love of the parks to the next generation.
2 Tuesday, December 8, 7pm LIFE Saturday, December 12, 8pm www.pbs.org/nationalparks
Agatha Christie's Poirot Peril at End House Poirot and Hastings are holidaying in Cornwall when they meet the beautiful Nick Buckley, who has three near fatal accidents. Intrigued, Poirot talks to Nick's friends who do not believe her stories of murder attempts.
Life (Part 2) Spirituality and Aging Discuss the evolving spiritual lives of the Baby Boomer generation.
2 Sunday, December 13, 9:30pm LIFE Thursday, December 17, 9pm
Nature
Shark Mountain Underwater filmmakers Howard and Michele Hall take us along on the dive of a lifetime, to a tiny outpost 300 miles off the coast of Central America's Shark Mountain.
2 Sunday, December 13, 7pm
2 Sunday, December 13, 5pm (parts 1 and 2)
David Broza at Masada: The Sunrise Concert International composer, guitarist and singer David Broza performs his flamencotinged, folk rock melodies at the ancient fortress of Masada in Israel.
2 Saturday, December 12, 11pm
Lark Rise to Candleford Christmas The inhabitants of Lark Rise and Candleford prepare for holiday festivities.
2 Sunday, December 13, 8pm LIFE Monday, December 14, 3pm
Austin City Limits Aimee Mann/Iron & Wine Singer/songwriter Aimee Mann debuts on the ACL stage. Folk rockers Iron & Wine, showcase their acclaimed The Sheperd's Dog CD.
LIFE Sunday, December 13, 9pm
Story of India Beginnings
Michael McDonald: This Christmas – A Soundstage Special Combines yuletide favorites with Motown classics for a perfect blend of holiday cheer.
2 Saturday, December 12, 10pm 10
The first in Michael Wood's six-part series on India uses all the tools available to the historical detective to explore the living cultures of the subcontinent.
2 Mondays, December 7-21, 8 & 9pm
a •vz December 2009
EVENING DECEMBER 7-13 7:00
7:30
8:00
P Antiques Roadshow: Mobile, AL
7
(Part 1 of 6)
Mon
9:00
Ideas (Part 2 of 6)
Interfaith Bridges to Holy Land Peace
National Parks: America’s Best Idea: The Morning of Creation (1946-1980)
10:00
10:30
11:30
BBC World News
Charlie Rose
Coexistence
Worldfocus Album
Parklands of the Midwest
(9:45) a Viewer Favorites (check tpt.org 48 hours prior to broadcast for an announcement of your favorite shows)
Tue
a Viewer Favorites (check tpt.org 48 hours prior to broadcast for an announcement of your favorite shows)
BBC World News
Minnovation: The Geek and the Weatherman
Opportunity for All: Closing The Gap
Immigration: Homeland Security
11:00
a Viewer Favorites (check tpt.org 48 hours prior to broadcast for an announcement of your favorite shows)
in Concert
Footsteps: A Journey In Faith
9
9:30
Story of India: The Power of
Great Performances: Andrea Bocelli and David Foster: My Christmas
a Viewer Favorites
8
8:30
Story of India: Beginnings
Inside The Boardroom: Martha Rogers
Charlie Rose
Worldfocus Album
Parklands of the Midwest
a Viewer Favorites (check tpt.org 48 hours prior to broadcast for an announcement of your favorite shows)
Wed
Rick Steves’ Europe Honor Most Proud
10 Thu
11 Fri
Sat
In Julia’s Kitchen
Sun
Charlie Rose
Worldfocus
Minnesota at 150: Real and Imagined: Education
Untold Korean War Stories: Stalemate
Wisconsin Hometown Stories: Janesville
Secrets of the Dead: Umbrella
Nova: The Spy Factory
Mulberry
Are You Being Globe Trekker: Ethiopia Served?
BBC World News
Charlie Rose
Assassin
Jacques Pepin: America’s Test More Fast Food... Kitchen
New Scandinavian Life (Part 2) Cooking Caregiving
Travelscope
Album
Parklands of the Midwest
Worldfocus
Last 6%: Treasuring Green Cities: Our Open Spaces Leading The Way
Blossoms on the Prairie
American Chestnut
Outdoor Recreation In Decline
Iron Country: Mines and Mining Centers on the Mesabi (1892-1925)
Album
Parklands of the Midwest
Almanac
Washington Week
Now On PBS
Bill Moyers Journal
Red Green Show
Red Green Show
Eastenders
Eastenders
Everyday Baking from Everyday Food
Martin Yan’s China
Rick Steves’ Europe
BBC World News
Charlie Rose
Challenging Expectations
Challenging Expectations
Growing Up Healthy: Kids ...
Health Leadership: Action Steps
Antiques Roadshow: Mobile, AL
The Big Show: Call Northside 777 (111 minutes)
Tonic Sol-Fa Christmas
National Parks: America’s Best Idea: The Morning of Creation (1946-1980)
Nordic Roots Primer
13
Almanac: HandsOn History
This Old House Hour
Ciao Italia
12
BBC World News
Caprial and John’s Kitchen
Old Log Theatre Prized Writers: MN Native Celebrates 65 Years Plotting Mysteries Showcase
Disability Viewpoints
Smart Travels - Europe
Almanac
Worldfocus Album
Taste of the Midwest
Michael McDonald: This Christmas: David Broza at Masada: The A Soundstage Special Event Sunrise Concert
Mary Hanson Show
Vietnamese News
Life (Part 2)
MNTV
(10:50) P.O.V.: 49 Up
Belahdan
ECHO: Getting Your Child Ready 4 Kindergarten
Nature: Shark Mountain
Lark Rise to Candleford: Christmas
National Christmas Tree Lighting 2009
Globe Trekker: Ethiopia
Austin City Limits: Aimee Mann/ Live from the Artists Den: Josh Mountain Stage: Arlo Guthrie Iron & Wine
Ritter
ECHO: Winter Safety
Land Matters: Smarter Subdivisions
Leading In Crisis: Personal Stories
Political Conventions & Campaign Civility
Spirituality
(10:50) P.O.V.: P.O.V. Shorts Program
Rhetoric of Political Ads
Updated Schedule Information available at www.tpt.org or contact Member Services at 651-229-1300 or toll free at 866-229-1300
www.tpt.org • a
11
Enjoy special holiday programming on
!
N ational Christmas Tree Lighting 2009
Since 1923, the United States has held a tradition of lighting a National Christmas Tree in Washington, DC. The lighting of the National Christmas Tree is the beginning of a three week Washington, DC Christmas tradition. Nationally known entertainers and a military band perform. LIFE Sunday, December 13, 7pm
G reat Performances: Dance in America: San Francisco
Ballet's Nutcracker
San Francisco Ballet makes the beloved Nutcracker its own, resetting it during the 1915 Panama Pacific International Exhibition and introducing Dance in America viewers to the dazzling Maria Kochetkova and Davit Karapetyan. LIFE Sunday, December 13, 5pm
L awrence Welk Show: Christmas Reunion
The musical Welk family reunites for the first time after the end of their 27-year television show, marking Lawrence Welk's last appearance with his full orchestra, performing traditional Christmas songs and carols. LIFE Saturday, December 19, 6pm
M ystery of the Three Kings
Unearths the real-life places, people, festivities and facts behind the legend. From southern Arabia to Ethiopia and Babylon, explore the true origins of the Three Wise Men and the secrets of the gifts they carried. LIFE Wednesday, December 23, 4pm
12
a •vz December 2009
Make Your Holiday
Unexpected Unique Un forgettable Dining Off-Site Catering Meetings Late Night Galas Weddings Entertainment
GIFT CARD SPECIAL For every $100.00 you purchase, we would like to give you a $25.00 BONUS Gift Card.
Event Center Seven Guarantees to Meet and Exceed Your Expectations Events@7mpls.com www.7mpls.com | (612) 238.7777 700 Hennepin Ave. www.tpt.org • a Minneapolis, MN 55403
13
HIGHLIGHTS
DE CEMBER 1 4 - 2 0
Secrets of the Stones
I
reland is unique. Isolated on the fringe of the Atlantic it was the last place in Europe to be inhabited. And with
150,000 ancient monuments, it holds an unprecedented record of its prehistoric past – a record that has been largely obliterated elsewhere in Europe. Now, cutting edge science is slowly peeling away layers of the secrets lost in time and rewriting Ireland's ancient story.
2 Thursday, December 17, 8 & 8:55pm www.mythicalireland.com/secretsofthestones/ secretsofthestones.php
Masterpiece Classic Cranford Chronicles the absurdities and tragedies in a small 19th-century Cheshire market town on the cusp of change.
2 Sunday, December 20, 8pm – Part One Sunday, December 27, 8pm – Part Two Sunday, January 3, 8pm – Part Three
LIFE Monday, December 21, 3pm - Part One Monday, December 28, 3pm - Part Two Monday, January 4, 3pm - Part Three
Christmas with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir Featuring Brian Stokes Mitchell Join the Mormon Tabernacle Choir in a magnificent Christmas celebration featuring some of the season's most beloved songs.
2 Wednesday, December 16, 7pm LIFE Saturday, December 19, 7pm
The Big Show Top Hat
Nature Christmas in Yellowstone Explore the great winter world of Yellowstone; this is a Christmas like no other.
2 Sunday, December 20, 7pm
A woman (Ginger Rogers) believes that an enamored dancer (Fred Astaire) is her best friend's husband.
2 Saturday, December 19, 10pm
Planet Tales Mystery of the Jurassic
Anatomy of a Pandemic Presents an examination of a pandemic's impact on society and looks at the 2009 H1N1 influenza virus.
2 Tuesday, December 15, 8pm
Great Performances at the Met
Join a major trek to Argentina and unearth the real Jurassic Park; many believe this site could be the most significant dinosaur find ever.
2 Wednesday, December 16, 11pm
L.A. Holiday Celebration 2009 Performers of African, Asian, European and Latino backgrounds join to express the joy of the season.
LIFE Sunday, December 20, 7pm
Tosca
"Tosca combines Puccini's glorious musical inspiration with the melodramatic vitality of one of the great Hitchcock films," says Met Music Director James Levine, who conducts this new production.
2 Wednesday, December 16, 8pm LIFE Sunday, December 20, 4pm 14
a •vz December 2009
EVENING DECEMBER 14-20 14 Mon
15 Tue
16 Wed
17 Thu
18 Fri
19 Sat
20 Sun
7:00
7:30
P Antiques Roadshow: Roadshow Remembers
8:00
8:30
Story of India: Spice Routes & Silk
9:00
9:30
Story of India: Ages of Gold
10:00
Mulberry
10:30
Roads (Part 3 of 6)
(Part 4 of 6)
Everyday Baking Martin Yan’s from Everyday Food China
Rick Steves’ Europe
Dialogue for Peace: Bridging Differences
China & The US: An Evolving Relationship
China & The US: An Evolving Relationship
Secrets of the Dead: The Killer Flu
Anatomy of a Pandemic
Frontline: From Jesus to Christ: The First Christians (Part 1 of 2)
Ciao Italia
In Julia’s Kitchen
Caprial and John’s Kitchen
Jacques Pepin: America’s Test More Fast Food... Kitchen
New Scandinavian Openroad Cooking
Roads, Rails and Urban Change
Old to New: Remodel, Restore, Revitalize
Christmas with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir
Great Performances at the Met: Tosca
Ciao Italia
Chefs A’ Field
Everyday Baking Martin Yan’s from Everyday Food China
North to the Mandan Nation
Almanac: Hands- North Star: Minnesota’s Black Pioneers On History
This Old House Hour In Julia’s Kitchen
Travelscope
Inside The Boardroom: Xerox CEO Anne Mulcahy
Rick Steves’ Europe
New Scandinavian Life (Part 2) Cooking Spirituality
Sustain MN- Local Reducing Our Cooks, Local Foods Carbon Footprint
Land Matters: Rethinking Main Street
Almanac
Washington Week
Charlie Rose
Opportunity for All: Integrating Society
BBC World News
11:30
Worldfocus Album
Supernatural Science: Animal Telepathy
Charlie Rose
Whistleblowing or Leaking?
Taste of the Midwest
Worldfocus Album
Taste of the Midwest
Are You Being Planet Tales: Mystery of the Served? Jurassic
Smart Travels - BBC World Europe News
Charlie Rose
Wisconsin Hometown Stories: Green Bay
(8:55) Secrets of the Stones
Secrets of the Stones
Jacques Pepin: America’s Test More Fast Food ... Kitchen
Smart Travels - BBC World Europe News
11:00
Are You Being Nova: The Spy Factory Served?
Travelscope
Worldfocus Album
Taste of the Midwest
Mulberry
Are You Being Globe Trekker: Philippines Served?
BBC World News
Charlie Rose
Worldfocus
Land Matters: Smarter Subdivisions
Iron Country: Giant
Album
Taste of the Midwest
Now On PBS
Bill Moyers Journal
Red Green Show
Eastenders
Eastenders
Everyday Baking from Everyday Food
Martin Yan’s China
Rick Steves’ Europe
Smart Travels - BBC World Europe News
Parkinson’s In Minnesota
Getting There
Creative Power of Aging
Khat in the Somali Community
No Fear CPR: Take Action, Save Lives
Antiques Roadshow: Roadshow
The Big Show: An American In Paris (114 minutes)
Christmas with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir
Celtic Woman: Songs from the Heart
Land of Lakes Choirboys...
Jean Nouvel: Guthrie Theater
Ciao Italia
Chefs A’ Field
Remembers
Music In Plymouth: Celebrating 35...
Guthrie: An Inside Look
Disability Viewpoints
Corporations Industrialize
Red Green Show Charlie Rose
Almanac
Worldfocus Album
Taste of the Midwest
The Big Show: Top Hat (100 minutes) (10:05) P.O.V.: P.O.V. Shorts Program
Focus On Health
Vietnamese News
Belahdan
(11:05) P.O.V.
ECHO: Anyone Can Fall
Nature: Christmas In Yellowstone
Masterpiece Classic: Cranford - (Part 1 of 3)
MNTV
P.O.V.: Bronx Princess
L.A. Holiday Celebration 2009
Globe Trekker: Philippines
Austin City Limits: The
Live from the Artists Den:
Mountain Stage: Darrell
ECHO: Know What to Do About H1N1
MNTV
Bethel University Festival of Christmas
Conversations at St. John’s: Lech Walesa Speaks
Minnesota’s Progressive Republicans
Flu
Decemberists/Explosions in the Sky
Ben Harper
Scott and Reagan Boggs
Updated Schedule Information available at www.tpt.org or contact Member Services at 651-229-1300 or toll free at 866-229-1300
Encourage your kids to eat right and it’ll benefit them throughout their lives. Our SUBWAY FRESH FIT FOR KIDS™ meal fits into the American Heart Association’s approach to a healthy lifestyle. It’s an easy way to give kids a delicious meal they’ll love and the fuel they need to make the most of their day. ©2009 Doctor’s Associates Inc. SUBWAY® is a registered trademark of Doctor’s Associates Inc. SUBWAY FRESH FIT® is not a diet program.
www.tpt.org • a
15
Curious George:
A Very Monkey Christmas
C
urious George and The Man with the Yellow Hat are having a wonderful time getting ready for Christmas.
There’s only one problem – neither of them can figure out what to give the other for a present! What ensues is a twelve-day merry montage of Man and Monkey Mayhem involving all your favorite Curious George characters. In the end, both gift-giving predicaments are resolved, revealing the true spirit of the holiday season. 2 Saturday, December 5, 7:30am Thursday, December 24, 3pm
16
a •vz December 2009
Monday through Friday on 6:30 7:00
Pledge Schedule: The daytime b schedule will be modified from Tuesday 12/1 to Friday 12/4
for the December Member Drive. The 11:30 am showing of World World and the 3:30 pm showing WordGirl will be extended to one-hour shows. The noon Super Why! and 4 pm Martha Speaks will not be shown. Start times for other shows may also be slightly affected.
7:30 8:00 8:30
9:00 9:30 10:00 10:30 11:00 11:30 noon 12:30 1:00 1:30 2:00 2:30 3:00 3:30 4:00 4:30 5:00 5:30
www.tpt.org • a
17
HIGHLIGHTS
DE CEMBER 2 1 - 2 7
Great Performances La Boheme
G
iacomo Puccini's enduring 1896 blockbuster now makes its way to the big screen in a lushly atmospheric movie adaptation
directed by Robert Dornhelm. The operatic "dream team" of Russian soprano Anna Netrebko and dashing Mexican tenor Rolando Villazon reunite as the doomed lovers Mimi and Rodolfo, joined by George von Bergen (vocals by Boaz Daniel) as Marcello, Adrian Erod as Schaunard, Vitalij Kowaljow as Colline, Tiziano Bracci as Benoit and Nicole Cabell as Musetta.
2 Wednesday, December 23, 8pm LIFE Sunday, December 27, 6pm www.pbs.org/wnet/gperf
Nature Drakensberg: Barrier of Spears Explore the forbidding landscape of the Drakensberg Mountains, Southern Africa's Alps.
2 Sunday, December 27, 7pm
How did an ancient civilization arrange its buildings into a virtual celestial calendar spanning an area roughly the size of Ireland? Discover the mysteries of Chaco Canyon; Robert Redford narrates. 2 Tuesday, December 22, 8pm
Bethlehem
For more information on this show see page 2.
NOVA
The Last Great Ape Tells the intimate, emotional story of binobo chimps, detailing their survival, and the experiences of the scientists who have followed them for so long.
2 Tuesday, December 22, 7pm LIFE Wednesday, December 23, 3pm
2 Thursday, December 24, 9pm
Christmas at Luther: Night of Glory, Dawn of Peace Breathtaking music, glowing candlelight and the robed choristers of Luther College capture the wonder and joy of the holiday season.
2 Thursday, December 24, 10pm
Good Neighbors
St. Thomas Christmas
In this 1977 Christmas Special the Leadbetters go to share the holiday with the Goods.
Features seven of the University's vocal and instrumental ensembles performing familiar carols, as well as traditional and contemporary music for the season.
Silly, But it's Fun
2 Wednesday, December 23, 10pm
18
More than 500 students in five choirs perform hymns, carols, choral works and orchestral selections celebrating the Christmas season.
Christmas at Concordia: Journey to
The Twin Cities is regarded as one of America's great "green" metro areas. Explore how the Cities created their oneof-a-kind park system.
Mystery of Chaco Canyon
Christmas at St. Olaf: Where Peace and Love and Hope Abide
2 Thursday, December 24, 8pm
Parks for the People
2 Friday, December 25, 7pm MN Friday, December 25, 10pm
Special Christmas Eve Shows Featuring MN College Choirs
2 Thursday, December 24, 11pm
a •vz December 2009
EVENING DECEMBER 21-27 21 Mon
22 Tue
23 Wed
24 Thu
7:00
7:30
P Antiques Roadshow: Big & Little Ciao Italia
Chefs A’ Field
Fri
26 Sat
8:30
Oceans (Part 5 of 6) Everyday Baking from Everyday Food
Martin Yan’s China
Sun
Rick Steves’ Europe
Nova: The Last Great Ape
Mystery of Chaco Canyon
In Julia’s Kitchen
Jacques Pepin: America’s Test More Fast Food... Kitchen
Money ‘n’ Sanity
Your Child’s Inheritance: Debt
10:00
Mulberry
10:30
Above The Clouds
Worldfocus
BBC World News
Charlie Rose
Holocaust Aftermath
Suburban Immigrants
East Africa: New Faces ...
Inside The Boardroom: Ellen Gordon
BBC World News
Worldfocus
Good Neighbors
Last of the Summer Wine Christmas...
(11:05) Mystery of the Three Kings
BBC World News
Charlie Rose
Chefs A’ Field
Everyday Baking Martin Yan’s from Everyday Food China
Rick Steves’ Europe
Big Band Treasures
Almanac: HandsOn History
Ride to Finish: Fish Lake Classic Snowmobile Challenge
Iron Range: Minnesota Building America
Christmas at St. Olaf: Where Peace and Love and Hope
Christmas at Concordia: Journey Christmas at Luther: Night of to Bethlehem Glory, Dawn of Peace
Jacques Pepin: America’s Test More Fast Food... Kitchen
Faith Hill, Joy to the World: A Soundstage Special
Album
Ciao Italia
In Julia’s Kitchen
Taste of the Midwest
Personal Finance Bank of North for Tough Times Dakota
Great Performances: La Boheme
This Old House Hour
Album
Charlie Rose
Christmas at Concordia: Journey to Bethlehem
Smart Travels - Europe
11:30
Nova: Volcano
You Tale This Man
Smart Travels - Europe
Travelscope
11:00
Are You Being Served?: Do
Frontline: From Jesus to Christ: The First Christians (Part 2 of 2)
New Scandinavian Openroad Cooking
Building A Stronger Future for Southern Minnesota
9:30
(Part 6 of 6)
Finding Common Ground: Steps Toward A Mideast Peace
Making of Milwaukee
New Scandinavian Life (Part 2) Anywhere, Dancing with Doctors Alaska Cooking
BBC World News
Taste of the Midwest
Worldfocus Album
Taste of the Midwest
St. Thomas Christmas
Charlie Rose
Worldfocus
What Is Race? Homeless Youth:
Great Waters Gone Bad
Minnesota’s Lakes at Risk
Sandhills Story
Iron Country: Immigrant Labor, Unions and Range Politics
Album
Dakota Life
Parks for the People
Washington Week
Now On PBS
Bill Moyers Journal
Red Green Show
Red Green Show
Eastenders
Eastenders
Ciao Italia
Everyday Baking Martin Yan’s from Everyday Food China
Rick Steves’ Europe
Smart Travels - Europe
BBC World News
Charlie Rose
Cancer: What’s Up with That?
Parks for the People
Chefs A’ Field
Healthcare and Innovation
Getting There
Antiques Roadshow: Big & Little
Best of Red Skelton
That’s Amore: Italian-American Favorites
Rick Steves’ Europe
Critical Links: Feel Better Community Health ... Minnesota
American Genocide and Justice Seth Eastman: Painting The Dakota
27
9:00
Story of India: Freedom
Mideast Summit: Challenges to Peace
Finding Home
25
8:00
Story of India: The Meeting of Two
Dakota Life (11:05) Red
Green Show
P.O.V.: Bronx Princess Disability Viewpoints
Focus On Health
Vietnamese News
Life (Part 2)
MNTV
Belahdan
Masterpiece Classic: Cranford (Part 2 of 3)
Ladies of Letters
(6:00) Great Performances: La Boheme
Globe Trekker: Globe Trekker
Austin City Limits: Kings of Leon/
Steve Miller Band: Live In Chicago
ECHO: Know What to Do About H1N1 Flu
MNTV
Smart Health Care
Be There: Dads Matter
Special: Galleons, Pirates & Treasure
Album
The Big Show: McLintock (127 minutes)
Nature: Drakensberg: Barrier of
Spears
Worldfocus
Happiness
Roky Erickson
Health Care
ECHO: Anyone Call Fall Independent Lens: Between
The Folds
Mountain Stage: John Hammond and Odetta
Indian Women: Poverty End Date: A Forum Strength...
Updated Schedule Information available at www.tpt.org or contact Member Services at 651-229-1300 or toll free at 866-229-1300
www.tpt.org • a
19
EVENING DECEM BER 28-31 28 Mon
29 Tue
30 Wed
31 Thu
7:00
7:30
8:00
P Antiques Roadshow: Jackpot!
8:30
9:30
10:00
10:30
Are You Being Life Lessons from Onslow: A Keeping Up Appearances Special Served?
Smart Travels Europe
Behind Little Women
Ciao Italia
Chefs A’ Field
Everyday Baking Martin Yan’s from Everyday Food China
Opium Use: A Hmong Persp.
Immigrant Stories Revealed
The Seven Voyages of Zheng He
Rick Steves’ Europe
BBC World News
Jacques Pepin: America’s Test More Fast Food... Kitchen
New Scandinavian Openroad Cooking
11:00
11:30
Nova: The Last Great Ape
Charlie Rose
Health Care: US and German Health Care, Models for Change 2006
Pond Hockey
Nova: What Darwin Never Knew In Julia’s Kitchen
9:00
American Masters: Louisa May Alcott: The Woman
Worldfocus Album
Dakota Life
Independent Lens: Objectified Are You Being Served?: Junior
Anywhere, Alaska
BBC World News
Charlie Rose
Juan Cole: Internet and War on Terror
Ranching Perspectives
Inside The Boardroom: Susan Engel
Alone in the Wilderness
Alaska Off The Beaten Path
P.O.V.: Patti Smith: Dream of Life
Ciao Italia
Chefs A’ Field
Everyday Baking Martin Yan’s from Everyday Food China
Rick Steves’ Europe
Minnesota Regiments
Almanac: HandsOn History
Children Remember: Life at the Minnesota State Public James J. Hill: Empire Builder School for Dependent and Neglected Children
Making of Milwaukee
Album
Live from Lincoln Center: New York Philharmonic New Year’s Eve:
Paul McCartney In Red Square
(10:50) Bruce Springsteen & The
This Old House Hour In Julia’s Kitchen
Smart Travels Europe
Hampson, Gershwin, Copland and Broadway
Jacques Pepin: America’s Test More Fast Food ... Kitchen
Red River Divide
New Scandinavian Life (Part 2) Cooking Happiness
Return of the Wood Duck
Anywhere, Alaska
Crane Song
10-J: The History of the Federal Reserve Bank of KC
Worldfocus Album
Dakota Life
Pink Floyd Dark Side of the Moon Live: Pulse BBC World News
BBC World News
Charlie Rose
Worldfocus Dakota Life
E Street Band: Live In Barcelona
Charlie Rose
Worldfocus
Iron Country: Depression, War, Album
and Taconite
Dakota Life
Updated Schedule Information available at www.tpt.org or contact Member Services at 651-229-1300 or toll free at 866-229-1300
HIGHLIGHTS
DECEMBER 2 8 - 3 1
Live From Lincoln Center
New York Philharmonic New Year's Eve: Hampson, Gershwin, Copland & Broadway The New York Philharmonic's New Year's Eve gala, with new music director Alan Gilbert and baritone Thomas Hampson, celebrates all American music from Gershwin, Copland and Broadway. This glamorous evening features Gershwin's beloved "An American in Paris," Copland's "Appalachian Spring Suite" and "Old American Songs," as well as selections from various Broadway musicals. 2 Thursday, December 31, 8pm www.pbs.org/livefromlincolncenter Host, Alec Baldwin
NOVA What Darwin Never Knew
On the 150th anniversary of the publication of Darwin's famous On the Origin of Species, NOVA reveals answers to the riddles that Darwin couldn't explain.
2 Tuesday, December 29, 7pm LIFE Wednesday, December 30, 3pm 20
American Masters
Louisa May Alcott: The Woman Behind Little Women
Discover the little-known personal life and the revolutionary writings and philosophies of the author of Little Women.
2 Monday, December 28, 8pm a •vz December 2009
Walker Art Center Sun
Joseph Cornell untitled circa 1960 Art © The Joseph and Robert Cornell Memorial Foundation/Licensed by VAGA, New York, NY
Nelson Leirner Homenagem a Fontana II (Homage to Fontana II) 1967
Moon
Rudolf Schwarzkogler Selection from Actions, Vienna 1965/66 1975 –1982 Courtesy Galerie Krinzinger, Vienna
Hensoldt double prism binoculars
Experience new additions and old favorites from the Walker collections.
Edward Hopper Office at Night 1940
The Walker unveils Event Horizon and Benches & Binoculars, two in an ongoing series of new exhibitions celebrating the Walker collections. Event Horizon is made possible by generous support from Judy Dayton and Elizabeth Redleaf. Additional support is provided by Joan and John Nolan, Frances and Frank Wilkinson, and Miriam and Erwin Kelen. Joseph Cornell For Emily Dickinson circa 1965 Art © The Joseph and Robert Cornell Memorial Foundation/Licensed by VAGA, New York, NY
Schwarzschild wormhole (two connected black holes)
Joseph Beuys Schlitten (Sled) 1969 ©2009 Estate of Joseph Beuys /Artist Rights Society (ARS), New York
Sherrie Levine La Fortune (after Man Ray: 3) 1990
F f FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF M f m FA ac C e E o O ç Ç s S d Dw W
2009 British Television Advertising Awards The 2009 British Television Advertising Awards sponsored by
December 4 – January 2 Walker Art Center Bursting with creativity, this year’s sly, sexy spots contain dancing marionettes, monkeys, and nudists as well as Snoop Dogg, Rob Lowe, and Anjelica Huston hawking products to UK audiences. 612.375.7600 walkerart.org/tickets
©2009 Walker Art Center
Ia N S I D E 's winning streak
a
The 2009 Regional Emmy Awards saw a come away a winner time and time again! Congratulations to all our winners:
• Documentary – Cultural: Iron Range: Minnesota Building America; Dianne Steinbach, Executive Producer, Lisa Blackstone, Producer-Editor
• Magazine Program: Senate Race MN: 3 Big Moments; Mary Lahammer, Producer & Host, Jerry Lasko, Editor, Brendan Henehan, Executive Producer
• Public-Current-Community Affairs: Almanac Compilation; Brendan Henehan, Producer, Cathy Wurzer, Eric Eskola, Hosts, Jeffrey Weihe, Director, Mary Lahammer, Reporter, Kari Kennedy, Associate Producer, Butch Bowring, Videographer, Jerry Lakso, Editor
• Special Event Coverage (other than News or Sports): Christmas at Luther; Dianne Steinbach, Executive Producer, Jeffrey Weihe, Director, Joe Price-Cunningham, Lighting Designer, Mitch Griffin, Audio & Sweetening, John Kendall, Production Manager, Skip Davis, On Line Editor
• Community Public Service (PSA) – Campaign: Legacy Letters; Daniel Pierce Bergin, Producer, Hlee Lee, Associate Producer
• Editor – Program (Non-News): Tales of the RoadHighway 61; Robert Hutchings & Lisa Blackstone, Palisade Productions with a
• Graphic Arts – Animation: Make:TV composite; Jon Van Amber
• On-Camera Talent – Commentator-Editorialist: David Gillette
• Photographer – Program (Non-News): Tales of the Road-Highway 61; Denny Behr & Joe Berglove, Palisade Productions with a
22
a •vz December 2009
Where to find us. All four a digital channels are available free, over-the-air in our core broadcast area. Due to differences in broadcast power between our channels, some overthe-air households in outlying areas may not receive c h and a WX. We will increase the power of these channels in early 2010. Please note that a no longer broadcasts on digital channel 17. For reasons beyond our control, not all televisions connected to cable or satellite will receive all of our channels. The table below summarizes coverage for the major cable and satellite providers in our region. Many smaller cable companies also carry a. If your provider is not listed here, please contact them for specific information. WX
(in HD) 1 Over the Air
(weather)
2-1
2-1
2-2
2-3
2-4
2
440
202 3
13
N/A
22
240
243 3
17
N/A
Mediacom
101
802
102
13
N/A
Charter
2
782 4
396
19 5
N/A
DIRECTV
2
2
Coming Soon
17
N/A
dish
2
N/A
N/A
17
N/A
(digital)
Comcast (Mpls)
Comcast (St. Paul)
FOOTNOTES:
1 - To see b in High Definition, a viewer must have a HD television set. Cable and satellite subscribers with a HD television must also have a HD box from their service provider and may have to subscribe to a specific tier of service.
2 - Comcast basic cable subscribers in the east metro who do not have a cable box will find b on channel 23. 3 - Comcast basic cable subscribers can begin receiving d without subscribing to a higher tier of service by asking Comcast to install a digital receiver box in their home. Comcast does charge a small monthly fee for rental of the digital receiver.
4 - Charter Cable subscribers in the Mankato region will find b in HD on channel 780. 5 - c is not available to all Charter Cable subscribers. Check with Charter for information specific to your region. www.tpt.org • a
23
DAYTIME 1
Tue
2
Wed
3
Thu
4
Fri
5
Sat
6
Sun
7
Mon
8
Tue
9
Wed
10 Thu
11 Fri
12 Sat
13 Sun
14 Mon
15 Tue
8:00
8:30
9:00
AM Simple Living P. Allen Smith’s Desert Speaks Garden Home Terrorists On Trial After Guantanamo
Cultivating Life
Katie Brown Workshop
Bob The Builder
Thomas & Friends
Broken Trusts Broken Childhoods Martha Speaks
Wordgirl
Brule, Live at Mt. Rushmore: A Concert for Reconciliation Victory Garden
In Julia’s Kitchen
Untold Korean War Stories: Invasion
P. Allen Smith’s Desert Speaks Garden Home
Barn Again!
Ciao Italia
Inside The Boardroom: Linda Alvarado
P. Allen Smith’s Desert Speaks Garden Home
Minnesota at 150: Real and Imagined: Innovation
9:30
In Julia’s Kitchen
Armenians and Turkey’s Lingering Past
Garden Smart P. Allen Smith’s Desert Speaks Garden Home Immigration: Minnesota’s Workforce & Culture
D ECEMB ER 1-15
Ciao Italia
10:00
10:30
11:00
11:30
Travelscope
Tavis Smiley
Muslims In MN: How Are We Doing?
Album
Dakota Life
Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North
Everyday Baking Simply Ming Caprial and John’s Kitchen from Everyday Food
Rick Steves’ Europe
Smart Travels - Tavis Smiley Europe
Old Red Trail
Dakota Life
Outdoor Wisconsin
Jacques Pepin: More Fast Food...
Album
America’s Test New Scandinavian Burt Wolf: Travels Travelscope Cooking & Traditions Kitchen
Wisconsin Hometown Stories: La Crosse
Album
Everyday Baking Simply Ming Caprial and John’s Kitchen from Everyday Food
Dakota Life
Outdoor Wisconsin
Rick Steves’ Europe
Smart Travels - Tavis Smiley Europe
Parklands of the Midwest
Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North
Maya & Miguel Angelina Ballerina: Motorweek
Woodsmith Shop
Woodturning Workshop
Woodwright’s Shop
Saving Children Stop Sexual Violence
Almanac
Parklands of the Midwest
Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North
Cyberchase
Animalia
Fetch! with Ruff Ruffman
Design Squad
ECHO: Know What to Do About
Closing The Opportunity Gap
Disability Viewpoints
Mary Hanson Show
Vietnamese News
Belahdan
ECHO: Getting Your Child Ready 4
World We Create
Ciao Italia
Everyday Baking Martin Yan’s Caprial and John’s Kitchen from Everyday Food China
P. Allen Smith’s Desert Speaks Garden Home
In Julia’s Kitchen Coexistence
Garden Smart P. Allen Smith’s Desert Speaks Garden Home
Ciao Italia
Inside The Boardroom: Martha Rogers
P. Allen Smith’s Desert Speaks Garden Home
Minnesota at 150: Real and Imagined: Education
Venture North
Wordworld
Interfaith Bridges to Holy Land Peace
Cultivating Life
Tavis Smiley
Iron Country: The Mesabi’s Earliest Mining Towns
Clifford The Big Red Dog
Album
Venture North
Winnipeg In Bloom
P. Allen Smith’s Desert Speaks Garden Home
Immigration: Homeland Security
12:30
New Scandinavian Openroad Cooking
The Next Steps
Album
H1N1 Flu
Kindergarten
Rick Steves’ Europe
MN’s National Tourism In MN: Shaping The Urban Environment Legacy of a Leader: Equal Justice? Elmer Andersen Park Legacy Ideas at Play Simple Living
12:00
Jacques Pepin: America’s Test More Fast Food ... Kitchen
In Julia’s Kitchen
Untold Korean War Stories: Stalemate
Smart Travels - Tavis Smiley Europe Capitol Report
Prized Writers: Plotting Mysteries
New Scandinavian Openroad Cooking
Travelscope
Tavis Smiley
Album
Parklands of the Midwest
Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North
Everyday Baking Martin Yan’s Caprial and John’s Kitchen from Everyday Food China
Rick Steves’ Europe
Smart Travels - Tavis Smiley Europe
Opportunity for All: Closing The Gap
Album
Parklands of the Midwest
Outdoor Wisconsin
Jacques Pepin: America’s Test More Fast Food... Kitchen
New Scandinavian Burt Wolf: Travels Travelscope Cooking & Traditions
Tavis Smiley
Wisconsin Hometown Stories: Janesville
Album
Venture North
Jacques Pepin: America’s Test More Fast Food ... Kitchen
Venture North
Parklands of the Midwest
Outdoor Wisconsin
Everyday Baking Martin Yan’s Caprial and John’s Kitchen from Everyday Food China
Rick Steves’ Europe
Smart Travels - Tavis Smiley Europe
Parklands of the Midwest
Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North
Woodsmith Shop
Woodturning Workshop
Woodwright’s Shop
Taste of the Midwest
Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North Tourism In MN: Ideas at Play
Katie Brown Workshop
P. Allen Smith’s Desert Speaks Garden Home
Blossoms on the Prairie
American Chestnut
Outdoor Recreation In Decline
Iron Country: Mines and Mining
Bob The Builder
Thomas & Friends
Wordworld
Maya & Miguel Angelina Ballerina: Motorweek
Challenging Expectations
Growing Up Healthy:
Health Leadership: Action Steps Almanac
Martha Speaks
Wordgirl
Cyberchase
Animalia
Fetch! with Ruff Ruffman
Design Squad
ECHO: Winter Safety
MN’s National Park Legacy
Disability Viewpoints
Mary Hanson Show
Vietnamese News
Belahdan
ECHO: Getting Your Child Ready 4 Kindergarten
Scandinavian Traditions
Ciao Italia
Everyday Baking Martin Yan’s Caprial and John’s Kitchen from Everyday Food China
Prized Writers: MN Native Plotting Mysteries Showcase
Victory Garden
P. Allen Smith’s Desert Speaks Garden Home
Land Matters: Smarter Subdivisions Simple Living
Clifford The Big Red Dog
Leading In Crisis: Personal Stories
P. Allen Smith’s Desert Speaks Garden Home
China & The US: An Evolving Relationship
Ciao Italia
Prized Performers
In Julia’s Kitchen
China & The Us: An Evolving Relationship
Centers on the Mesabi (1892-1925)
Album
The Next Steps
Album
Rick Steves’ Europe
Smart Travels - Europe
Tavis Smiley
Political Conventions & Campaign Civility
Rhetoric of Political Ads
Capitol Report Personal Finance
Jacques Pepin: America’s Test More Fast Food... Kitchen
New Scandinavian Openroad Cooking
Travelscope
Tavis Smiley
Opportunity for All: Integrating Society
Album
Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North
Taste of the Midwest
for Tough Times
For b and e daytime schedules, see page 17 24
a •vz December 2009
Updated Schedule Information available at www.tpt.org or contact Member Services at 651-229-1300 or toll free at 866-229-1300
1:00
Charlie Rose
1:30
2:00
2:30
Lidia’s The Best of Italy
3:00
Moussaoui Case Revisited
Terrorists On Trial After Guantanamo
Charlie Rose
Happy Holidays: The Best of the Andy Williams Christmas Shows
Finding The Passion to Lead
Immigration: Minnesota’s Workforce & Culture
Charlie Rose
Celtic Woman: Songs from the Heart
Down On Skid Row, A Tape’s ...
3:30
Armenians and Turkey’s Lingering Past
Doo Wop 50
Lewis and Clark: Pathways
Barn Again!
4:30
5:00
6:30
Album
Dakota Life
BBC World News
Nightly Celtic Woman: Songs from the Business Report Heart
Album
Dakota Life
Lidia’s The Best of Italy
BBC World News
Nightly Lidia’s The Best of Italy Business Report
Wisconsin Hometown Stories: La Crosse
Album
Dakota Life
BBC World News
Nightly Magic Moments - The Best of Business Report 50’s Pop
Album
Parklands of the Midwest
Muslims In MN: How Are We Doing?
Iron Country: The Mesabi’s Earliest Mining Towns
Calculated Success
College Is Possible
Broken Trusts Broken Childhoods
Stop Sexual Almanac Violence
Growing Up Healthy
Everyday Trauma
a Viewer Favorites (check tpt.org 48 hours prior to broadcast for an announcement of your favorite shows)
Outdoor Wisconsin
Outdoor Wisconsin
Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North
Venture North
Venture North
Venture North
Album
World We Create
Mary Hanson Show
Charlie Rose
David Garrett: Live in Berlin
Science of Healing with Dr. Esther Sternberg
ECHO: Winter Safety
MN’s National Park Legacy
Charlie Rose
a Viewer Favorites (check tpt.org 48 hours prior to broadcast for an announcement of your
BBC World News
Nightly Business Report
a Viewer Favorites
Footsteps: A Journey In Faith
Interfaith Bridges to Holy Land Peace
Album
Parklands of the Midwest
Outdoor Wisconsin
Charlie Rose
Rick Steves’ Europe
BBC World News
Nightly Business Back Care Basics: Yoga for the Report Rest of Us
BBC World News
Nightly Business Report
Equal Justice?
favorite shows)
Minnovation: The Geek and the Immigration: Homeland Weatherman Security
ECHO: Getting Your Child Ready Capitol Report 4 Kindergarten
Prized Performers
Brule, Live at Mt. Rushmore: Disability A Concert for Reconciliation Viewpoints
Legacy of a Leader
Belahdan
Parklands of the Midwest
Amiri Baraka: The Power of the Word
Tourism In MN: Shaping The Urban Ideas at Play Environment
Vietnamese News
Outdoor Wisconsin
Love Me Tender - The Love Songs of Elvis
a Viewer Favorites (check tpt.org 48 hours prior to broadcast for an announcement of your favorite shows) Saving Children
6:00
Nightly Ed Slott’s Stay Rich for Life Business Report
Inside The Boardroom: Linda Old Red Trail Alvarado
Winnipeg In Bloom
5:30
BBC World News
Brain Fitness Frontiers
Almanac:Hands- Minnesota at 150: Real and Untold Korean War Stories: On History Invasion Imagined: Innovation
Charlie Rose
4:00
Rick Steves’ Iran
Coexistence
Prized Writers
a Viewer Favorites Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North
Inside The Boardroom: Martha Rogers
Opportunity for All: Closing The Gap
Album
Parklands of the Midwest
Story of India: Beginnings
Story of India: The Power of Ideas (Part 2 of 6)
BBC World News
Nightly Business P. Allen Smith’s Report Garden Home
Desert Speaks
Untold Korean War Stories: Stalemate
Wisconsin Hometown Stories: Janesville
Album
Parklands of the Midwest
Venture North
As Time Goes By
This Old House Hour
Secrets of the Dead:
BBC World News
Nightly Business P. Allen Smith’s Report Garden Home
Desert Speaks
Last 6%: Treasuring Green Cities: Blossoms on Leading The Way the Prairie Our Open Spaces
American Chestnut
Outdoor Recreation In Decline
Iron Country: Mines and Mining Centers on the Mesabi (1892-1925)
Album
Parklands of the Midwest
Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North
America’s Heartland
Ride of Our Lives
Ride of Our Lives
Fifth Gospel: The Land and Sea of Galilee
Eastenders
Eastenders
Lawrence Welk Show: Winter
Almanac
Album
Taste of the Midwest
Scandinavian Traditions
Charlie Rose
Last of the Summer Wine
Honor Most Proud
Almanac: Hands- Minnesota at 150: Real and On History Imagined: Education
Charlie Rose
Last of the Summer Wine
Venture North
Ride of Our Lives
As Time Goes By
(Part 1 of 6)
Ride of Our Lives
Umbrella Assassin
Challenging Expectations
Challenging Growing Up Expectations Healthy
Health Leadership: Action Steps
Shaping The Urban Environment
New Metropolis
La Plaza -- Maria Theater Talk Great Performances: Peter Hinojosa & The Wolf
Nordic Roots Primer
New Metropolis
Old Log Theatre Prized Writers: MN Native Celebrates 65 Yrs. Plotting Mysteries Showcase
Charlie Rose
Last of the Summer Wine
ECHO: Winter Safety
Land Matters: Smarter Subdivisions
Charlie Rose
Last of the Summer Wine
Dialogue for Peace: Bridging Differences
www.tpt.org • a
As Time Goes By
As Time Goes By
China & The US: An Evolving Relationship
Disability Viewpoints
Mary Hanson Show
Vietnamese News
Lark Rise to Candleford: Christmas
Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North
Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North
Great Performances: Dance In America: San Francisco Ballet’s
Nutcracker
Belahdan
ECHO: Getting Your Child Ready Capitol Report Personal Finance
Life (Part 2)
BBC World News
Spirituality
for Tough Times
4 Kindergarten
Nightly Business P. Allen Smith’s Report Garden Home
Leading In Crisis: Personal Stories
Political Conventions & Campaign Civility
Rhetoric of Political Ads
Antiques Roadshow:
History Detectives: Coney
BBC World News
Nightly Business P. Allen Smith’s Report Garden Home
Desert Speaks
Album
Taste of the Midwest
Venture North
Roadshow Remembers
Island Lion/Legacy of a Doll
China & The US: An Evolving Opportunity for All: Relationship Integrating Society
Outdoor Wisconsin
Desert Speaks
Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North
25
Choose your delivery option for a magazine
MSP Airport’s Best Kept Secret In the often frenzied pace of a world class airport, MSP Airport Conference Center is a quiet oasis, allowing you to work wonders. Accommodating individuals to large groups, first class amenities include:
In an effort to serve you better, we are now offering different delivery options for a magazine. You can:
· Meeting rooms for 1 to 100 · Wireless Internet · Copy, Print and Fax services · Professional, courteous staff · Catering
Choose to receive a downloadable version via e-mail Continue to receive a paper copy by mail
And when the work is done, enjoy all the other airport amenities – just steps away.
View online using a web browser. (example http://www.tpt.org/magazine/october09.php)
Moving to a digital version may not work for you; however, it can mean less clutter in your mailbox, saves money for a, and is a green alternative. If you want to continue receiving a paper copy by mail, you do not need to do anything else. To change your delivery go to http://www.tpt.org/options Thank you!
26
a •vz September 2009
b WEEKEND SCHEDULE SAT
8:00A New Yankee
SUN Superwhy!
workshop
8:30 Hometime
Dinosaur train
SUNDAY BEST Pledge Schedule: During December Pledge (12/1 - 12/9), the weekend shedule on
b will feature special programs. Please check www.tpt.org for schedule information.
9:00 victory garden
RELIGION & ETHICS
9:30 Burt wolfe:
ALMANAC
travels & traditions
Sunday, December 13: Celebrating Tradition
10:00 Burt wolfe:
Lights: Celebrate Hanukkah Live in Concert
10:30 mexico - one plate mclaughlin group
A once-in-a lifetime gathering of some of the best in Jewish music to celebrate Hanukkah.
travels & traditions everday food (12/26)
at a time
11:00 Gourmet's
to the contrary
2 Sunday, December 13, 1pm
adventures with ruth reichl
11:30 america's test
The Big Show That's Entertainment
kitchen
Noon cooks country
See the best of MGM's classic musicals.
2 Sunday, December 20, 2:30pm
12:30 lidia's italy 1:00 smart travels europe with rudy maxa 1:30 rick steve's europe
2:00 life(part 2) 2:30 moment of luxury
Dave Koz
SUNDAY BEST Times and programs vary each week. Check tpt.org for specific information
Sunday, December 27: Violent Earth
Jerusalem: Center of the World
Savage Planet
Host Ray Suarez leads viewers to the holiest sites of Judaism, Christianity and Islam.
Volcanic Killers
2 Sunday, December 13, 2pm
The hidden dangers of volcanoes, crater lakes, and mudflows are revealed in this first program of the series.
2 Sunday, December 27, 12pm 3:00 Check tpt.org for
Savage Planet
schedule.
Storms of the Century Learn about the terror of extratropical cyclones.
3:30
2 Sunday, December 27, 1pm
4:00 globe trekker
Savage Planet
4:30
Deadly Skies
5:00 supernatural science
Agatha christie's poirot (except 12/6)
5:30 6:00 THIS OLD HOUSE HOUR
6:30
www.tpt.org • a
Lark rise to candleford (starts 12/20) Check tpt.org for schedule.
Sunday, December 20: Singin' and Dancin'
Delve deep into the secrets of the Earth's atmosphere.
2 Sunday, December 27, 2pm
The Big Show 42nd Street
Savage Planet
A Broadway producer sends in the understudy when his show's star twists her ankle. Cast: Dick Powell, Warner Baxter & Ginger Rogers.
The realities of harsh environments: from snow capped peaks to hot salt flats.
2 Sunday, December 20, 1pm
Extremes
2 Sunday, December 27, 3pm 27
DAYTIME 16 Wed
17 Thu
18 Fri
19 Sat
20 Sun
21 Mon
22 Tue
23 Wed
24 Thu
25 Fri
26 Sat
27 Sun
28 Mon
29 Tue
30 Wed
31 Thu
8:00
8:30
AM Garden Smart P. Allen Smith’s Garden Home
9:00
Desert Speaks
9:30
Ciao Italia
Old to New: Remodel, Restore, Inside The Boardroom: Xerox Revitalize CEO Anne Mulcahy Cultivating Life
P. Allen Smith’s Garden Home
Desert Speaks
In Julia’s Kitchen
North Star: Minnesota’s Black Pioneers Katie Brown Workshop
P. Allen Smith’s Garden Home
Land Matters: Rethinking Main Street Bob The Builder
Thomas & Friends
Desert Speaks
Ciao Italia
10:00
Chefs A’ Field
10:30
Victory Garden
Album
Taste of the Midwest
Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North
New Scandinavian Burt Wolf: Travels Cooking & Traditions
Travelscope
Tavis Smiley
Wisconsin Hometown Stories: Green Bay
Album
Taste of the Midwest
Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North
Chefs A’ Field
Martin Yan’s China
Rick Steves’ Europe
Smart Travels - Tavis Smiley Europe
Whistleblowing or Leaking? Jacques Pepin: More Fast Food...
America’s Test Kitchen
Everyday Baking from Everyday Food
Taste of the Midwest
Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North
Wordworld
Maya & Miguel
Motorweek
Woodsmith Shop
Woodturning Workshop
Woodwright’s Shop
Album
Taste of the Midwest
Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North
Clifford The Big Red Dog Action, Save Lives
Wordgirl
Cyberchase
Animalia
Disability Viewpoints
P. Allen Smith’s Desert Speaks Garden Home
Simple Living P. Allen Smith’s Garden Home
Industrialize The Range
Angelina Ballerina: The Next Steps
P. Allen Smith’s Garden Home
Design Squad
ECHO: Winter Safety
Land Matters: Smarter Subdivisions
Focus On Health Vietnamese with Mary Hanson News
Belahdan
ECHO: Anyone Can Fall
Dances for Television
Ciao Italia
Everyday Baking Martin Yan’s from Everyday Food China
P. Allen Smith’s Garden Home
Chefs A’ Field
Rick Steves’ Europe
Dances for Television
Smart Travels - Tavis Smiley Europe
Conversations at St. John’s: Lech Minnesota’s Progressive Walesa Speaks Republicans
Capitol Report
Feel Better Minnesota
Desert Speaks
In Julia’s Kitchen
Jacques Pepin: America’s Test More Fast Food ... Kitchen
Travelscope
Tavis Smiley
Holocaust Aftermath
Suburban Immigrants
East Africa: New Album Faces New...
Taste of the Midwest
Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North
Ciao Italia
Chefs A’ Field
Everyday Baking from Everyday Food
Martin Yan’s China
Rick Steves’ Europe
Smart Travels - Tavis Smiley Europe
Album
Taste of the Midwest
Outdoor Wisconsin
Desert Speaks
Building A Stronger Future for Inside The Boardroom: Ellen Southern Minnesota Gordon Cultivating Life
Fetch! with Ruff Ruffman
Bethel University Festival of Christmas
Finding Common Ground: Steps Toward A Mideast Peace Garden Smart
12:30
Album
Community
MNTV
12:00
Smart Travels - Tavis Smiley Europe
Iron Country: Giant Corporations
Aging
Jean Nouvel: Guthrie: An Guthrie Theater Inside Look
11:30
Rick Steves’ Europe
Getting There Creative Power of Khat in the Somali No Fear CPR: Take Almanac Martha Speaks
11:00
Martin Yan’s China
Everyday Baking from Everyday Food
Land Matters: Smarter Subdivisions
Desert Speaks
In Julia’s Kitchen
Personal Finance Bank of North for Tough Times Dakota Jacques Pepin: More Fast Food...
America’s Test Kitchen
New Scandinavian Openroad Cooking
Venture North
New Scandinavian Burt Wolf: Travels Anywhere, Cooking & Traditions Alaska
Tavis Smiley Venture North
Ride to Finish: Fish Lake Classic Snowmobile Challenge
Iron Range: Minnesota Building Making of Milwaukee America
Album
Taste of the Midwest
Outdoor Wisconsin
Katie Brown Workshop
P. Allen Smith’s Garden Home
Desert Speaks
Martin Yan’s China
Rick Steves’ Europe
Smart Travels - Tavis Smiley Europe
Great Waters Gone Bad
Minnesota’s Lakes at Risk
Sandhills Story
Album
Dakota Life
Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North
Bob The Builder
Thomas & Friends
Wordworld
Clifford The Big Red Dog
Maya & Miguel
Woodsmith Shop
Woodturning Workshop
Woodwright’s Shop
Getting There Critical Links: Community...
Feel Better Minnesota
Cancer: What’s Up with That?
Parks for the People
Album
Dakota Life
Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North
Martha Speaks
Wordgirl
Cyberchase
Animalia
Fetch! with Ruff Design Squad Ruffman
Prized Writers: Plotting Mysteries
Personal Finance Feel Better for Tough Times Minnesota
Seth Eastman: Painting The Dakota
Disability Viewpoints
Focus On Health
Vietnamese News
Belahdan
ECHO: Anyone Call Fall
Sonia Sanchez: The Power of the Word
Victory Garden
Desert Speaks
Ciao Italia
Chefs A’ Field
Everyday Baking from Everyday Food
Martin Yan’s China
Smart Travels - Tavis Smiley Europe
Smart Health Care
Health Care: Be There: Models for Change Dads Matter
Indian Women: Strength...
Poverty End Date: A Forum
Capitol Report
Rose Ensemble
Desert Speaks
In Julia’s Kitchen
America’s Test Kitchen
New Scandinavian Openroad Cooking
Anywhere, Alaska
Tavis Smiley Venture North
P. Allen Smith’s Garden Home
MNTV Simple Living P. Allen Smith’s Garden Home
The Seven Voyages of Zheng He
Ciao Italia
Chefs A’ Field
Everyday Baking from Everyday Food
Iron Country: Immigrant Labor, Unions and Range Politics
Jacques Pepin: More Fast Food...
Angelina Ballerina: Motorweek The Next Steps
Dakota Life
Outdoor Wisconsin
Ciao Italia
Martin Yan’s China
Rick Steves’ Europe
Smart Travels - Tavis Smiley Europe
Album
Dakota Life
Outdoor Wisconsin
Desert Speaks
Ranching Perspectives
Inside The Boardroom: Susan Engel
10-J: The History of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City
Cultivating Life
Desert Speaks
Jacques Pepin: More Fast Food...
Garden Home
P. Allen Smith’s Garden Home
Children Remember: Life at the Minnesota State
Rick Steves’ Europe
Lending A Hand
Health Care: US and German Health Care, 2006 Album Models for Change
Garden Smart P. Allen Smith’s
Public School for Dependent & Neglected Children
28
D ECEMB ER 16-31
In Julia’s Kitchen
Chefs A’ Field
Everyday Baking from Everyday Food
America’s Test Kitchen
James J. Hill: Making of Milwaukee Empire Builder
Venture North
New Scandinavian Burt Wolf: Travels Anywhere, Cooking & Traditions Alaska
Tavis Smiley
Album
Venture North
Dakota Life
Outdoor Wisconsin
a •vz December 2009
Updated Schedule Information available at www.tpt.org or contact Member Services at 651-229-1300 or toll free at 866-229-1300
1:00
Charlie Rose
1:30
2:00
Last of the Summer Wine
2:30
As Time Goes By
3:00
3:30
4:00
4:30
5:00
5:30
6:00
6:30
Secrets of the Dead: The
Anatomy of a Pandemic
BBC World News
Nightly Business P. Allen Smith’s Report Garden Home
Desert Speaks Venture North
Killer Flu
Roads, Rails and Urban Change
Old to New: Remodel, Restore, Revitalize
Inside The Boardroom: Xerox CEO Anne Mulcahy
Whistleblowing Or Leaking?
Album
Taste of the Midwest
Charlie Rose
Last of the Summer Wine
Story of India: Spice Routes & Silk Roads (Part 3 of 6)
(Part 4 of 6)
Story of India: Ages of Gold
BBC World News
Nightly Business P. Allen Smith’s Report Garden Home
Desert Speaks
North to the Almanac: HandsMandan Nation On History
North Star: Minnesota’s Black Pioneers
Wisconsin Hometown Stories: Green Bay
Album
Taste of the Midwest
Venture North
Charlie Rose
Last of the Summer Wine
This Old House Hour
Supernatural Science:
BBC World News
Nightly Business P. Allen Smith’s Report Garden Home
Desert Speaks
Taste of the Midwest
Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North
Eastenders
Eastenders
Lawrence Welk Show:
Album
Taste of the Midwest
Dances for Television
As Time Goes By
As Time Goes By
Animal Telepathy
Sustain MN Local Cooks...
Reducing Our Carbon Footprint
Land Matters: Rethinking Main Street
Land Matters: Smarter Subdivisions
Iron Country: Giant Corporations Album
America’s Heartland
Venture North
Ride of Our Lives
Ride of Our Lives
Ride of Our Lives
Tony Sandler's Holiday Greetings
Parkinson’s In Minnesota
Getting There
Creative Power Khat in the Somali No Fear CPR: Take Almanac Community Action, Save Lives of Aging
Leading In Crisis: Personal Stories
Great Conversations: Malcolm Healthy Minds Gladwell and Daniel Pink
Land of Lakes Choirboys...
Music In Plymouth: Jean Nouvel: Celebrating 35 Yrs. Guthrie Theater
Charlie Rose
Last of the Summer Wine
Mideast Summit: Challenges to Peace
Finding Common Ground: Steps Toward A Mideast Peace
Charlie Rose
Last of the Summer Wine
Almanac: HandsOn History
Charlie Rose
Vietnamese News
Masterpiece Classic: Cranford (Part 1 of 3)
MNTV
Big Band Treasures
Focus On Health
As Time Goes By
ECHO: Know What to Do About H1N1 Flu
Charlie Rose
Great Performances at the Met: Tosca
Disability Viewpoints
Last of the Summer Wine
Your Child’s Inheritance: Debt
Theater Talk
Guthrie: An Inside Look
Charlie Rose
Money ‘n’ Sanity
Ride of Our Lives
Industrialize The Range
Belahdan
Christmas Reunion
Dances for Television
ECHO: Anyone Can Fall
Capitol Report
Feel Better Minnesota
BBC World News
P. Allen Smith’s Garden Home
Desert Speaks
Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North
Nightly Business Report
Bethel University Festival of Christmas
Conversations at St. John’s: Minnesota’s Progressive Lech Walesa Speaks Republicans
Antiques Roadshow: Big
History Detectives: Leisureama Homes/Jim Thorpe Tickets
BBC World News
Nightly Business Report
P. Allen Smith’s Garden Home
Desert Speaks
Suburban Immigrants
Album
Taste of the Midwest
Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North
Mystery of the Three Kings
BBC World News
Nightly Business Report
P. Allen Smith’s Garden Home
Desert Speaks
Building A Stronger Future for Inside The Boardroom: Ellen Southern Minnesota Gordon
Personal Finance Bank of North for Tough Times Dakota
Album
Taste of the Midwest
Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North
Last of the Summer Wine
(Part 6 of 6)
Story of India: Freedom
BBC World News
Nightly Business Report
P. Allen Smith’s Garden Home
Desert Speaks
Ride to Finish: Fish Lake Classic Iron Range: Minnesota Snowmobile Challenge Building America
Making of Milwaukee
Album
Taste of the Midwest
Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North
Last of the Summer Wine
As Time Goes By
This Old House Hour
Synchronized Swimming: The Pursuit of Excellence
BBC World News
Nightly Business Report
P. Allen Smith’s Garden Home
Desert Speaks
Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North
As Time Goes By
As Time Goes By
As Time Goes By
& Little
Holocaust Aftermath
Nova: The Last Great Ape
Story of India: The Meeting of Two Oceans (Part 5 of 6)
East Africa: New Faces...
Homeless Youth: Finding Home
Great Waters Gone Bad
Minnesota’s Lakes at Risk
Sandhills Story
Iron Country: Immigrant Labor, Unions and Range Politics
Album
Dakota Life
America’s Heartland
Venture North
Ride of Our Lives
Ride of Our Lives
Ride of Our Lives
Ride of Our Lives
Lark Rise to Candleford
Eastenders
Eastenders
Getting There
Critical Links: Community...
Feel Better Minnesota
Cancer: What’s Parks for the People Up with That?
Album
Dakota Life
Footsteps: A Journey In Faith
Outdoor Wisconsin
From The Top
What Is Race?
Healthcare and Innovation
Outdoor Wisconsin
Lawrence Welk Show:
Tribute to Bing Crosby
Sonia Sanchez: The Power of the Word
Great Conversations: Elizabeth Healthy Minds
Theater Talk
Great Performances: The New York Philharmonic: Live from
American Genocide and Justice
Seth Eastman: Painting The Dakota
Focus On Health
Vietnamese News
Belahdan
ECHO: Anyone Call Fall
Capitol Report
Rose Ensemble
Charlie Rose
Last of the As Time Goes Masterpiece Classic: Cranford (Part 2 of 3) Summer Wine By
Ladies of Letters
Life (Part 2)
BBC World News
P. Allen Smith’s Garden Home
Desert Speaks
ECHO: Know What to Do About H1N1 Flu
MNTV
Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North
Charlie Rose
Last of the As Time Goes Antiques Roadshow: Jackpot! History Detectives: Home Summer Wine By for Unwed Mothers
Opium Use
Gilbert and ZZ Packer
Immigrant The Seven Voyages of Zheng He Stories Revealed
Disability Viewpoints
Smart Health Care
North Korea
Health Care: Be There: Models for Change Dads Matter
Happiness
Nightly Business Report
Indian Women: Poverty End Date: A Forum Strength and...
Health Care: US and German Health Models for Change Care, 2006
Great Performances: La
Boheme
BBC World News
Nightly Business Report
P. Allen Smith’s Garden Home
Desert Speaks
Album
Dakota Life
Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North
Charlie Rose
Last of the As Time Goes Nova: What Darwin Never Knew Summer Wine By
BBC World News
Nightly Business Report
P. Allen Smith’s Garden Home
Desert Speaks
Juan Cole: Internet and War On Terror
Ranching Perspectives
Inside The Boardroom: Susan 10-J: The History of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City Engel
Album
Dakota Life
Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North
Charlie Rose
Keeping Up Appearances Special
Alone in the Wilderness
Alaska Off The Beaten Path BBC World News
Nightly Business Report
P. Allen Smith’s Garden Home
Desert Speaks
Making of Milwaukee
Dakota Life
Outdoor Wisconsin
Venture North
Minnesota Regiments
Almanac: Hands- Children Remember: Life at the Minnesota State James J. Hill: On History Public School for Dependent & Neglected Children Empire Builder
www.tpt.org • a
Album
29
Below you will find programs listed alphabetically for three channels: a 2, a LIFE, a MN for the evening hours (7pm – midnight). Shows with an (*) will repeat during those hours this month; check tpt.org for repeat dates and times.
A-D 10-J: THE HISTORY OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE BANK OF KANSAS CITY Tue 12/29 10pm (MN) ALASKA OFF THE BEATEN PATH Wed 12/30 8pm (2) ALBUM Mon-Fri 11pm (MN) ALMANAC Fridays 7pm (2) * ALMANAC: HANDS-ON HISTORY Wednesdays 7:30pm (MN)
ALONE IN THE WILDERNESS Wed 12/30 7pm (2) AMERICA'S TEST KITCHEN Tue & Thu 8pm, starting 12/10 (Life) AMERICAN CHESTNUT Thu 12/10 8:30pm (MN)
AMERICAN GENOCIDE AND JUSTICE Sat 12/26 7pm (MN)
AMERICAN MASTERS Louisa May Alcott: The Woman Behind Little Women Mon 12/28 8pm (2) AMIRI BARAKA: THE POWER OF THE WORD Sat 12/5 7pm (MN)
ANATOMY OF A PANDEMIC Tue 12/15 8pm (2) ANDRE RIEU LIVE IN DRESDEN: WEDDING AT THE OPERA Tue 12/1 8pm (Life) ANTIQUES ROADSHOW Mondays 7pm (2) * ANYWHERE, ALASKA Tue & Thu 9:30pm, starting 12/24 (Life)
ARE YOU BEING SERVED?
Mon-Thu 10:30pm, starting 12/10 (2) AUSTIN CITY LIMITS Sundays 9pm (Life) BANK OF NORTH DAKOTA Tue 12/22 10:30pm (MN) BARN AGAIN! Thu 12/3 8pm (MN) BBC WORLD NEWS Mon-Fri 10pm (Life) BE THERE: DADS MATTER Sun 12/27 10pm (MN) BELAHDAN Saturdays 10:30pm (MN) BEST OF RED SKELTON Sat 12/26 8pm (2)
BETHEL UNIVERSITY FESTIVAL OF CHRISTMAS Sun 12/20 9pm (MN)
BIG BAND TREASURES Wed 12/23 7pm (MN) BIG BAND YEARS Wed 12/2 8pm (Life) THE BIG SHOW Call Northside 777 Sat 12/12 8pm (2) An American in Paris Sat 12/19 8pm (2) Top Hat Sat 12/19 10pm (2) McLintock Sat 12/26 9pm (2) BILL MOYERS JOURNAL Fridays 9pm (2) BLOSSOMS ON THE PRAIRIE Thu 12/10 8pm (MN) BRAIN FITNESS FRONTIERS Wed 12/2 10:30pm (2) BROKEN TRUSTS BROKEN CHILDHOODS Fri 12/4 8pm (MN)
BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN & THE E STREET BAND: LIVE IN BARCELONA Thu 12/31 10:50pm (2) BRULE, LIVE AT MT. RUSHMORE: A CONCERT FOR RECONCILIATION Sat 12/5 8pm (MN) BUILDING A STRONGER FUTURE FOR SOUTHERN MINNESOTA Tue 12/22 8pm (MN) CALCULATED SUCCESS Fri 12/4 7pm (MN) CANCER: WHAT'S UP WITH THAT? Fri 12/25 9:30pm (MN)
CAPRIAL AND JOHN'S KITCHEN: COOKING FOR FAMILY AND FRIENDS Decadent Organic Diary Fri 12/11 7:30pm (Life) Ales and Lagers Mon 12/14 7:30pm (Life) CELTIC WOMAN: SONGS FROM THE HEART Sat 12/5 10pm (Life) *
CHALLENGING EXPECTATIONS Fri 12/11 7pm (MN) CHALLENGING EXPECTATIONS: YOUTH VOICES Fri 12/11 8pm (MN)
CHANGING KEYS: BILLY MCLAUGHLIN AND THE MYSTERIES OF DYSTONIA Tue 12/1 7pm (2) CHARLIE ROSE Mon-Fri 10:30pm (Life) CHEFS A' FIELD Mon, Wed & Fri 7:30pm, starting 12/16 (Life) THE CHILDREN REMEMBER Life at the Minnesota State Public School for Dependent and Neglected Children, 1886-1945 Wed 12/30 8pm (MN)
CHINA & THE US: AN EVOLVING RELATIONSHIP Mon 12/14 8pm (MN) Mon 12/14 9pm (MN)
CHRISTMAS AT CONCORDIA: JOURNEY TO BETHLEHEM Wed 12/23 7pm (2) * CHRISTMAS AT LUTHER: NIGHT OF GLORY, DAWN OF PEACE Thu 12/24 10pm (2) CHRISTMAS AT ST. OLAF: WHERE PEACE AND LOVE AND HOPE ABIDE Thu 12/24 8pm (2)
30
PROGRAM INDEX
CHRISTMAS WITH THE MORMON TABERNACLE CHOIR Wed 12/16 7pm (2) * CIAO ITALIA Mon, Wed & Fri 7pm, starting 12/11 (Life) COEXISTENCE Mon 12/7 9:30pm (MN) COLLEGE IS POSSIBLE Fri 12/4 7:30pm (MN) CONVERSATIONS AT ST. JOHN'S: LECH WALESA SPEAKS Sun 12/20 10pm (MN) CRANE SONG Thu 12/31 9pm (MN) THE CREATIVE POWER OF AGING Fri 12/18 8:30pm (MN)
CRITICAL LINKS: COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKERS Fri 12/25 8:30pm (MN) DAKOTA LIFE Tue 12/1 11:30pm (MN) * DAVID BROZA AT MASADA: THE SUNRISE CONCERT Sat 12/12 11pm (2) DAVID GARRETT: LIVE IN BERLIN Thu 12/3 7pm (2) DIALOGUE FOR PEACE: BRIDGING DIFFERENCES Mon 12/14 7pm (MN)
DISABILITY VIEWPOINTS Saturdays 9pm (MN) DOO WOP 50 Thu 12/3 7pm (Life) DOWN ON SKID ROW, A TAPE'S ROLLING! SPECIAL Wed 12/2 7pm (MN)
E-H EAST AFRICA: NEW FACES NEW EXPERIENCES Mon 12/21 10:30pm (MN) EASTENDERS Fridays 11pm, starting 12/11 (2) * ECHO Getting Your Child Ready 4 Kindergarten Sat 12/5 11pm (MN) * Winter Safety Sun 12/6 7pm (MN) * Anyone Can Fall Sat 12/19 11pm (MN) *
Know What to Do About H1N1 Flu Sun 12/20 7pm (MN) *
ED SULLIVAN'S ROCK AND ROLL CLASSICS - THE 60'S Wed 12/2 8:30pm (2) * EQUAL JUSTICE? Sun 12/6 10:30pm (MN) EVERYDAY BAKING FROM EVERYDAY FOOD Mon, Wed & Fri 8pm, starting 12/11 (Life) FAITH HILL, JOY TO THE WORLD: A SOUNDSTAGE SPECIAL EVENT Tue 12/22 11pm (2)
FEEL BETTER MINNESOTA Fri 12/25 9pm (MN) FINDING COMMON GROUND: STEPS TOWARD A MIDEAST PEACE Mon 12/21 8pm (MN)
FINDING THE PASSION TO LEAD Tue 12/1 7pm (MN)
FOCUS ON HEALTH WITH MARY HANSON Sat 12/19 9:30pm (MN) Sat 12/26 9:30pm (MN)
FOOTSTEPS: A JOURNEY IN FAITH Mon 12/7 7pm (MN)
FRONTLINE
From Jesus to Christ: The First Christians (Pt.1) Tue 12/15 9pm (2)
From Jesus to Christ: The First Christians (Pt.2) Tue 12/22 9pm (2)
GETTING THERE
Fitness & Nutrition Fri 12/18 8pm (MN) Medicare Fri 12/25 8pm (MN)
GLOBE TREKKER
Ethiopia Thu 12/10 11pm (2) * Philippines Thu 12/17 11pm (2) * Globe Trekker Special: Galleons, Pirates & Treasure Sun 12/27 8pm (Life)
GOOD NEIGHBORS
Silly, But It's Fun (1977 Christmas Special)
Wed 12/23 10pm (2)
GREAT PERFORMANCES
Andrea Bocelli & David Foster: My Christmas In Concert Thu 12/3 8:30pm (2) * La Boheme Wed 12/23 8pm (2)
GREAT PERFORMANCES AT THE MET Tosca Wed 12/16 8pm (2)
GREAT WATERS GONE BAD Thu 12/24 8pm (MN) GREEN CITIES: LEADING THE WAY Thu 12/10 7:30pm (MN)
GROWING UP HEALTHY: KIDS AND COMMUNITIES Fri 12/11 8:30pm (MN) GUTHRIE: AN INSIDE LOOK Sat 12/19 8:30pm (MN)
HAPPY HOLIDAYS: THE BEST OF THE ANDY WILLIAMS CHRISTMAS SHOWS Wed 12/2 7pm (2) *
HEALTH CARE: MODELS FOR CHANGE Sun 12/27 9:30pm (MN) *
HEALTH LEADERSHIP: ACTION STEPS Fri 12/11 9pm (MN)
HEALTHCARE AND INNOVATION Fri 12/25 7pm (MN)
HOLOCAUST AFTERMATH: ACROSS GENERATIONS Mon 12/21 9:30pm (MN) HOMELESS YOUTH: FINDING HOME Thu 12/24 7:30pm (MN)
HONOR MOST PROUD Wed 12/9 7pm (MN)
I-L IMMIGRANT STORIES REVEALED Mon 12/28 7:30pm (MN)
IMMIGRATION Minnesota's Workforce & Culture Tue 12/1 8pm (MN) Homeland Security Tue 12/8 8pm (MN) IN JULIA'S KITCHEN WITH MASTER CHEFS Tue & Thu 7pm, starting 12/10 (Life)
INDEPENDENT LENS Between The Folds Sun 12/27 11pm (2) Objectified Tue 12/29 11pm (2) INDIAN WOMEN: STRENGTH AND RESILIENCE Sun 12/27 10:30pm (MN)
INSIDE THE BOARDROOM Linda Alvarado Tue 12/1 9pm (MN) Martha Rogers Tue 12/8 9pm (MN) Ellen Gordon Tue 12/22 9pm (MN) XEROX CEO Anne Mulcahy Tue 12/15 9pm (MN) Susan Engel Tue 12/29 9pm (MN) INTERFAITH BRIDGES TO HOLY LAND PEACE Mon 12/7 8pm (MN)
IRON COUNTRY Thursdays 10pm (MN) IRON RANGE: MINNESOTA BUILDING AMERICA Wed 12/23 9pm (MN)
JACQUES PEPIN: MORE FAST FOOD MY WAY Tue & Thu 7:30pm, starting 12/10 (Life)
JAMES J. HILL: EMPIRE BUILDER Wed 12/30 9:30pm (MN)
JEAN NOUVEL: GUTHRIE THEATER Sat 12/19 8pm (MN)
JUAN COLE: INTERNET AND WAR ON TERROR Tue 12/29 7pm (MN)
KHAT IN THE SOMALI COMMUNITY Fri 12/18 9pm (MN)
L.A. HOLIDAY CELEBRATION 2009 Sun 12/20 7pm (Life)
LADIES OF LETTERS Sun 12/27 9pm (2) LAND MATTERS: RETHINKING MAIN STREET Thu 12/17 8pm (MN)
LAND MATTERS: SMARTER SUBDIVISIONS Sun 12/13 8pm (MN) *
LAND OF LAKES CHOIRBOYS BACKSTAGE Sat 12/19 7pm (MN)
LARK RISE TO CANDLEFORD Christmas Sun 12/13 8pm (2) THE LAST 6%: TREASURING OUR OPEN SPACES Thu 12/10 7pm (MN)
LAST OF THE SUMMER WINE CHRISTMAS SPECIAL 1977 - A Merry Heatwave Wed 12/23 10:30pm (2) LEADING IN CRISIS: PERSONAL STORIES Sun 12/13 9pm (MN)
LEGACY OF A LEADER: ELMER ANDERSEN Sun 12/6 10pm (MN)
LEWIS AND CLARK: PATHWAYS Thu 12/3 7pm (MN) LIFE (PART 2) Caregiving Thu 12/10 9pm (Life) Spirituality and Aging Sun 12/13 9:30pm (2) * Dancing with Doctors Thu 12/24 9pm (Life) The Science of Happiness Sun 12/27 9:30pm (2) * LIFE LESSONS FROM ONSLOW: A KEEPING UP APPEARANCES SPECIAL Mon 12/28 9:30pm (2) LIVE FROM LINCOLN CENTER New York Philharmonic New Year's Eve: Hampson, Gershwin, Copland & Broadway Thu 12/31 8pm (2)
LIVE FROM THE ARTISTS DEN Josh Ritter Sun 12/13 10pm (Life) Ben Harper Sun 12/20 10pm (Life) a •vz December 2009
During December Pledge (12/1 - 12/9), the weekend shedule on b and c will feature special programs. Please check www.tpt.org for schedule information.
M-O MAGIC MOMENTS - THE BEST OF 50'S POP Sat 12/5 8pm (2)
MAKING OF MILWAUKEE Wed 12/23 10pm (MN)
Wed 12/30 10pm (MN)
MARTIN YAN'S CHINA
Mon, Wed & Fri 8:30pm, starting12/11 (Life)
MARY HANSON SHOW Sat 12/5 9:30pm (MN) Sat 12/12 9:30pm (MN)
MASTERPIECE CLASSIC Cranford - Part 1 Sun 12/20 8pm (2) Cranford - Part 2 Sun 12/27 8pm (2) MICHAEL MCDONALD - THIS CHRISTMAS: A SOUNDSTAGE SPECIAL EVENT Sat 12/12 10pm (2) A MIDEAST SUMMIT: CHALLENGES TO PEACE Mon 12/21 7pm (MN)
MINNESOTA AT 150: REAL AND IMAGINED Innovation Wed 12/2 8pm (MN) Education Wed 12/9 8pm (MN) MINNESOTA NATIVE SHOWCASE Sat 12/12 8:30pm (MN)
MINNESOTA REGIMENTS Wed 12/30 7pm (MN) MINNESOTA'S LAKES AT RISK Thu 12/24 8:30pm (MN)
MINNESOTA'S NATIONAL PARK LEGACY Sun 12/6 8pm (MN)
MINNESOTA'S PROGRESSIVE REPUBLICANS Sun 12/20 11pm (MN)
MINNOVATION: THE GEEK AND THE WEATHERMAN Tue 12/8 7pm (MN) MNTV Sundays 10pm, starting 12/13 (2) * MONEY 'N' SANITY Tue 12/22 7pm (MN) MOUNTAIN STAGE Arlo Guthrie and the Guthrie Family Legacy Tour Sun 12/13 11pm (Life) Darrell Scott and Reagan Boggs Sun 12/20 11pm (Life)
John Hammond, Odetta, and Jorma Kaukonen Sun 12/27 11pm (Life) MULBERRY Mon & Thu 12/10-12/21 10pm (2)
MUSIC IN PLYMOUTH: CELEBRATING 35 YEARS Sat 12/19 7:30pm (MN) MYSTERY OF CHACO CANYON Tue 12/22 8pm (2) MYSTERY OF THE THREE KINGS Wed 12/23 11:06pm (2)
NATIONAL CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING 2009 Sun 12/13 7pm (Life)
THE NATIONAL PARKS: AMERICA'S BEST IDEA The Morning of Creation (1946-1980) Tue 12/8 7pm (2) *
NATURE Shark Mountain Sun 12/13 7pm (2) Christmas In Yellowstone Sun 12/20 7pm (2) Drakensberg: Barrier of Spears Sun 12/27 7pm (2) NEW SCANDINAVIAN COOKING WITH ANDREAS VIESTAD Tue & Thu 8:30pm, starting 12/10 (Life)
NO FEAR CPR: TAKE ACTION, SAVE LIVES Fri 12/18 9:30pm (MN)
NORDIC ROOTS PRIMER Sat 12/12 7pm (MN) NORTH STAR: MINNESOTA'S BLACK PIONEERS Wed 12/16 8pm (MN) NORTH TO THE MANDAN NATION Wed 12/16 7pm (MN)
NOVA The Spy Factory Thu 12/10 9pm (2) *
Volcano Above The Clouds Mon 12/21 11pm (2) The Last Great Ape Tue 12/22 7pm (2) * What Darwin Never Knew Tue 12/29 7pm (2) NOW ON PBS Fridays 8:30pm (2) OLD LOG THEATRE CELEBRATES 65 YEARS Sat 12/12 7:30pm (MN)
THE OLD RED TRAIL Tue 12/1 10pm (MN) OLD TO NEW: REMODEL, RESTORE, REVITALIZE Tue 12/15 8pm (MN) OPENROAD Tuesdays 9pm, starting 12/15 (Life) OPIUM USE: A HMONG PERSPECTIVE
Tue 12/15 7pm (MN)
SANDHILLS STORY Thu 12/24 9pm (MN) SAVING CHILDREN: THE SEX ABUSE TRAGEDY Fri 12/4 9pm (MN)
SECRETS OF THE DEAD Umbrella Assassin Thu 12/10 8pm (2) The Killer Flu Tue 12/15 7pm (2) SECRETS OF THE STONES Thu 12/17 8pm & 9pm (2) SETH EASTMAN: PAINTING THE DAKOTA Sat 12/26 8pm (MN)
Mon 12/28 7pm (MN)
THE SEVEN VOYAGES OF ZHENG HE
Tue 12/8 10pm (MN)
SHAPING THE URBAN ENVIRONMENT
OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL: CLOSING THE GAP
Mon 12/28 8pm (MN)
OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL: INTEGRATING SOCIETY Mon 12/14 10pm (MN) OUTDOOR RECREATION IN DECLINE
Sun 12/6 9pm (MN)
Thu 12/10 9pm (MN)
P-S
Thu 12/31 10pm (2)
PERSONAL FINANCE FOR TOUGH TIMES Tue 12/22 10pm (MN)
PETER, PAUL AND MARY: CARRY IT ON: A MUSICAL LEGACY Tue 12/1 9pm (2) * PINK FLOYD DARK SIDE OF THE MOON LIVE: PULSE Wed 12/30 11pm (2) PLANET TALES Mystery of the Jurassic Wed 12/16 11pm (2) POLITICAL CONVENTIONS & CAMPAIGN CIVILITY Sun 12/13 10pm (MN) POND HOCKEY Tue 12/29 9pm (2) POVERTY END DATE: A FORUM Sun 12/27 11pm (MN)
PRIZED WRITERS: PLOTTING MYSTERIES Sat 12/12 8pm (MN)
RANCHING PERSPECTIVES Tue 12/29 8pm (MN)
RED GREEN SHOW Fridays 10pm, starting 12/11 (2) * RED RIVER DIVIDE Thu 12/31 7pm (MN) REDUCING OUR CARBON FOOTPRINT: THE ROLE OF MARKETS Thu 12/17 7:30pm (MN) RETURN OF THE WOOD DUCK Thu 12/31 8pm (MN) THE RHETORIC OF POLITICAL ADS Sun 12/13 11pm (MN) RICK STEVES' EUROPE Sun 12/6 7pm (2) * Mon, Wed & Fri 9pm, starting 12/11 (Life)
RICK STEVES' EUROPEAN INSIGHTS Tue 12/1 11pm (2)
RIDE TO FINISH: THE FISH LAKE CLASSIC SNOWMOBILE CHALLENGE Wed 12/23 8pm (MN)
Advertising in a magazine: Tamara Prato, Manager, Corporate Sponsorships 651-229-1458 or tprato@tpt.org
Sun 12/27 9pm (MN)
SMART TRAVELS - EUROPE WITH RUDY MAXA Mon, Wed & Fri 9:30pm, starting 12/11 (Life) ST. THOMAS CHRISTMAS Thu 12/24 11pm (2) Sun 12/27 10pm (Life)
P.O.V. 49 Up Sat 12/12 10:50pm (Life) P.O.V. Shorts Program Sun 12/13 11pm (2) * The Boys of Baraka Sat 12/19 11:05pm (Life) Bronx Princess Sun 12/20 11pm (2) * Patti Smith: Dream of Life Wed 12/30 9pm (2) PARKINSON'S IN MINNESOTA Fri 12/18 7pm (MN) PARKLANDS OF THE MIDWEST WITH DAN KAERCHER Nebraska & Iowa Thu 12/3 11:30pm (MN) North Dakota & South Dakota Fri 12/4 11:30pm (MN) Kansas & Missouri Mon 12/7 11:30pm (MN) Minnesota/Wisconsin Tue 12/8 11:30pm (MN) Illinois & Indiana Wed 12/9 11:30pm (MN) Michigan & Ohio Thu 12/10 11:30pm (MN) PARKS FOR THE PEOPLE Fri 12/25 10pm (MN) * PAUL MCCARTNEY IN RED SQUARE
Twin Cities Public Television
SMART HEALTH CARE: LOOKING AT GERMANY
STEVE MILLER BAND: LIVE IN CHICAGO
a Editorial and Design Team:
President and CEO: James R. Pagliarini Lisa Carnaroli Talbot, Marketing Director BOARD OF TRUSTEES: Alfred Babington-Johnson, Jeffrey T. Lorena Duarte, Editor Bakken, Lawrence T. Bell, Cindy Calderon, Terrance Carlson, Sarah Johnson, Copy Editor Kyle M. Carpenter, Thomas M. Forsythe, Mary A. Jayne Stauffer, Creative Director Gilbertson, Janel M. Goff, Russell B. Hagen (Chair), Diane P. Lilly, Ben Malley, Graphic Designer Charles Mahar, Mai Moua, James R. Pagliarini, Jose A. Peris, David L. Piper, John M. Pohlad, Steve Prather, Connie Remele, Membership Hotline Carole Schram, Jeffrey C. Slocum, Kathleen A. Stack, Tammy Lee 651-229-1300 Stanoch, James B. Stake, Judith Titcomb, R. Kirk Weidner, David Weyerhaeuser (Vice Chair) or toll free 866-229-1300
www.tpt.org • a
ROADS, RAILS AND URBAN CHANGE
Lines are staffed 9am-5pm, Monday through Friday.
STOP SEXUAL VIOLENCE: LISTEN & LEAD Fri 12/4 9:30pm (MN)
STORY OF INDIA Beginnings Mon 12/7 8pm (2) The Power of Ideas Mon 12/7 9pm (2) Spice Routes & Silk Roads/The Growth of Civilization Mon 12/14 8pm (2) Ages of Gold Mon 12/14 9pm (2) The Meeting of Two Oceans Mon 12/21 8pm (2) Freedom Mon 12/21 9pm (2) SUBURBAN IMMIGRANTS: FINDING PEACE Mon 12/21 10pm (MN)
SUPERNATURAL SCIENCE Animal Telepathy Tue 12/15 11pm (2) SUSTAIN MN - LOCAL COOKS, LOCAL FOODS Thu 12/17 7pm (MN)
T-Z TASTE OF THE MIDWEST
Mon-Fri 11:30pm, starting12/11 (MN)
THAT'S AMORE: ITALIAN-AMERICAN FAVORITES Sat 12/26 7pm (Life)
THE THIS OLD HOUSE HOUR Thursdays 7pm, starting 12/10 (2)
TONIC SOL-FA CHRISTMAS Sat 12/12 7pm (Life) TOURISM IN MINNESOTA: IDEAS AT PLAY
Sun 12/6 8:30pm (MN) TRAVELSCOPE Tue & Thu 9:30pm, starting 12/10 (Life)
UNTOLD KOREAN WAR STORIES Invasion Wed 12/2 9pm (MN) Stalemate Wed 12/9 9pm (MN) US AND GERMAN HEALTH CARE, 2006 Mon 12/28 10pm (MN)
VIETNAMESE NEWS Saturdays 10pm (MN) WASHINGTON WEEK Fridays 8pm (2) WHAT IS RACE? Thu 12/24 7pm (MN) WHISTLEBLOWING OR LEAKING? Tue 12/15 10pm (MN) WINNIPEG IN BLOOM Thu 12/3 9pm (MN) WISCONSIN HOMETOWN STORIES La Crosse Wed 12/2 10pm (MN) Janesville Wed 12/9 10pm (MN) Green Bay Wed 12/16 10pm (MN) WORLDFOCUS Mon-Fri 11:30pm (Life)
YOUR CHILD'S INHERITANCE: DEBT Tue 12/22 7:30pm (MN)
Volume 35, Number 1 a magazine (ISSN 1059-9657) is published nine times a year, in: Jan., Feb., March, April, June, Aug., Sept., Oct. and Dec. by Twin Cities Public Television, Inc., 172 East Fourth Street, St. Paul, MN 55101, a nonprofit corporation. Copyright © 2009. List Exchanges: To assist in building membership, Twin Cities Public Television regularly exchanges names and addresses of its members with other organizations, who may solicit or make other contact with you by mail. If you do not want your information shared, please notify the membership department at 651-229-1300 or 866-229-1300. All rights reserved. a magazine is sent to those who contribute annually to a. Basic memberships are $50. Periodicals postage paid at St. Paul, Minnesota, and additional mailing offices. Postmaster: Please send change-ofaddress information to: Membership Department, Twin Cities Public Television, 172 East Fourth Street, St. Paul, MN 55101.
31
SOUNDS OF CINEMA
FESTIVAL JANUARY 7-31, 2010
join us for the return of our popular SOUNDS OF CINEMA FESTIVAL in january. CLASSIC FILMS come alive as the Orchestra performs MUSICAL SCORES against the dramatic backdrop of a bIG SCREEN. Come early to enjoy live entertainment and refreshments in the lobby, including your favorite movie theater candies and freshly-popped popcorn.
THE WIZARD OF OZ
A NIGHT AT THE OSCARS
thu jan 7 7:30pm | fri jan 15 & sat jan 16 8pm
sat jan 9 8pm | sun jan 17 2pm
with the Minnesota Orchestra Osmo Vänskä, conductor THE WIZARD OF OZ
FILM
AND film screening with orchestral score performed live MUSIC!
CHAPLIN’S GOLD RUSH with the Minnesota Orchestra fri jan 8 8pm | sun jan 10 2pm thu jan 14 11am Osmo Vänskä, conductor THE gOlD RusH
film screening with orchestral score performed live
FILM AND MUSIC!
with the Minnesota Orchestra
Osmo Vänskä, conductor Watch excerpts of Oscar-winning classics as the Orchestra plays the music that helped make the films famous! u.s. bank pOps seasOn
JUDY GARLAND IN CONCERT with the Minnesota Orchestra
sat jan 30 8pm | sun jan 31 2pm
Douglas katsaros, conductor experience judy Garland’s legendary life in song as she is heard with the minnesota Orchestra through the magic of digital technology.
Orchestra Hall | minnesotaorchestra.org/cinema | 612.371.5656 sponsored by:
music and video clips online @ minnesotaorchestra.org