Based on Kerry Greenwood's book 'Unnatural Habits'. The gothic world of the Magdalene Laundries - a halfway house for pregnant and wayward girls, run by Catholic nuns - sets the scene for the tragic death of an escaping teenager. As Phryne (Essie Davis) becomes more suspicious of the goings-on behind the convent walls, she and Jack (Nathan Page) realize the threads of this crime lead higher up and closer to home than they ever suspected. (12 of 13)
A famous crime author arrives in Brokenwood to give a reading of his latest novel, and ends up falling victim to a murder portrayed in his book.
Julien and Zsofia track down the tattooed man, but he gives little away. Things escalate when the police receive a hostage video, and Emma takes drastic action for her family.
In part 1, we looked at fisheries and the impacts of warming and CO2 on the ocean. In part 2, we discuss plastic pollution, fertilizer runoff and oil spills, coastal erosion and deoxygenation -- and potential solutions. Guests again are Dr. Rick Spinrad, former Administrator for NOAA, and Dr. Margaret Leinen, former Director of the Scripps Institution of Oceanography.
Join award-winning journalists every Friday night in a robust roundtable discussion of the week's major national news stories.
Join author, activist and political commentator Margaret Hoover for a public affairs talk show that delivers a civil and engaging contest of ideas among the brightest minds and freshest voices from across the political spectrum.
Mister Rogers learns how people make graham crackers. In the Neighborhood of Make-Believe, King Friday XIII and Queen Sara return, and Prince Tuesday says goodbye to his "night and day caregiver." King Friday tells Prince Tuesday that he is proud of him.
Trouble is brewing beneath Serene Greens! Hapo the earthworm needs help underground, but how can the CyberSquad possibly help their miniscule friend? With one zap of Digit's "shrinkray," the team shrinks to the size of tiny insects and portals underground. They're literally IN the soil! The diminutive Matt, Jackie, Inez, and Digit come face-to-face with all sorts of critters that make up this thriving ecosystem. The only problem is Hapo's home turf, Bug Bayou, is anything but flourishing. The roots are mushy, the ground is clumpy and dry, and food is scarce, causing creatures to flee to healthier ground. Something is damaging Hapo's soil. But what? The CyberSquad digs in to get to the root of the problem.
The Wild Kratts are hanging out with Emperor penguins at the South Pole and wondering why penguins don't live at the North Pole. All of a sudden, Koki gets a report from Wild Kratt Kid, Nua, that there are penguins stranded in the Arctic. What? They're not supposed to be there! The Wild Kratts spring into action to investigate this mystery and get the "lost" penguins back to their natural home.
Rae takes on the job of Photographer, learning to focus to capture perfect shots of a stunt motorcycle rider./Librarian Dev discovers that grouping is a helpful strategy to keep books organized.
The Loops pack holiday cookies and Stu helps deliver them. While he's away, the Loops tell stories of when they first met Stu. When Stu doesn't come back from his delivery, Lyla and her family need to figure out a way to get Stu back home.
Arugula and Carl are on an adventure as archaeologists! With each obstacle they face, they discover you can be afraid and brave at the same time. / While practicing his theremin performance for his Mama on Mother's Day, Carl spots a UFO!
Daniel, Dad, Prince Wednesday and Prince Tuesday are all going sledding! But once they get to the hill and see how tall it is, Daniel and Prince Wednesday get scared. Dad assures them that if they try it a little bit at a time, they might surprise themselves and have a great time.
The Shuffler traps the Super Readers in a high-tech maze! Mr. More and The Eraser wage a battle of opposites! When Mr. Furmore goes missing, Mr. More comes to the Super Readers for help!
Phoebe & Jay use a checklist on Community Cleanup Day to help guide them through their list of tasks. Jay creates his first-ever comic book and learns the importance of page order.
Ernie is throwing Bert a party! He's so excited to make it a fun day for Bert, but Bert is getting increasingly frustrated because he just wanted a quiet day.
Frankenmuth, Michigan – also known as Little Bavaria – has multiple reputations. Town with the best family dinners? True! Zehnder’s of Frankenmuth and Bavarian Inn are icons. Christmas year-round? Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland, the “World’s Largest Christmas Store,” is open 361 days a year!
This holiday episode of BLACK NOUVEAU begins with Kwanzaa, an African-American cultural celebration. Clayborn Benson, III, founder of the Wisconsin Black Historical Society - which holds the state’s largest celebration - explains the cultural importance of the week-long festivity. BLACK NOUVEAU also visits the Kwanzaa exhibit at the Mahogany Art Gallery in Racine. Alexandria Mack talks with Dimonte Henning, director of Black Arts MKE’s holiday production of “Black Nativity” by Langston Hughes. And Liddie Collins visits the home of Helen Gee and her unique Christmas decorations. Also, James Causey talks with Dr. Kweku Ramel Smith, who has some helpful tips for maintaining good mental health during stressful holiday times.
Political scientist Condoleezza Rice and historian David M. Kennedy convene a new generation of community leaders to wrestle with what America's founding ideals still demand of all of us.
This weekly news analysis program is the only woman-centered national news/talk show on television. Dedicated to the premise that women of all ethnic backgrounds and political persuasions are an important part of the national dialogues, the series provides a platform for the multifaceted views of involved, informed women journalists and commentators. Topics range from women's health to family issues to women in the workplace, the environment, women in finance and education.
"Live from the LBJ Library" celebrates America's 250th birthday by looking back at moments in the show that shed light on the American experience and our nation's rich history with reflections from Doris Kearns Goodwin, Andrew Young, Heather Cox Richardson, Bryan Cranston, Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein, and others.
Join award-winning journalists every Friday night in a robust roundtable discussion of the week's major national news stories.
Celebrate the influential icons of our collective and recent memory with treasures like a Jean-Michel Basquiat oil stick drawing, a Fred &Joanne Rogers trolley and card, and Julia Child's copper pans. Which has an updated value of $500,000?
Recorded on the campus of Arkansas State University, this musical tribute to Johnny Cash includes performances by Rosanne Cash, John Carter Cash, Kris Kristofferson, George Jones, Tommy Cash, Joanne Cash Yates, Dailey & Vincent, Gary Morris, Rodney Crowell and Bill Miller.
We go back to 1966 to celebrate Christmas with Lawrence, his Musical Family, and their families. Lawrence makes his annual singing entrance on "Jingle Bells". You're guaranteed to fall in love with Barbara and Bobby as Raggedy Ann and Andy for the "Doll Dance". The Lennon Sisters sing the beautiful "Star Carol" while JoAnn Castle rocks the house with "Frosty the Snowman". Aladdin gives the show a perfect touch with the holiday classic "Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus". You'll want to watch this show with your whole family.
It's 1969 and on Christmas Eve, Gently is enjoying the festive cheer, until he gets news. A bank has been hit and there's work to be done. Gently's hunt for the gunmen takes him into the world of skinheads.
Sylvia takes on a freelance job for MI6: undercover at a beautiful villa by Lake Trasimeno, tasked with keeping watch on a controversial South American politician.
Beneath the charm of Disney's castle inspiration, its fairytale rooms reveal a dark tale. With Neuschwanstein Castle all to herself, historian Lucy Worsley finds a throneless golden room, a secret royal diary, and a hidden stash of priceless art.
Tristan and Siegfried find themselves in competition to treat the horse of a wealthy family that's new to the area. Mrs. Pumphrey and James prepare Tricki for a special visitor, and Mrs. Hall uncovers a surprising secret of Tristan's.
Broadway director and golden boy Charlie Summers has come home to New Zealand. And he's devastated. After 20 years working his way up to the top of the musical theatre world, he has found himself back in his childhood bedroom and back helping his mother, Gaye, at the local community musical theater. The eclectic cast and crew there may lack professional skills, but certainly don't lack passion.
Broadway director and golden boy Charlie Summers has come home to New Zealand. And he's devastated. After 20 years working his way up to the top of the musical theatre world, he has found himself back in his childhood bedroom and back helping his mother, Gaye, at the local community musical theater. The eclectic cast and crew there may lack professional skills, but certainly don't lack passion.
Season 5 of the international hit finds the Crawley family and the staff struggling with responsibilities and choices as they adjust to life in the Roaring Twenties. The beloved ensemble cast includes Dame Maggie Smith, Elizabeth McGovern, Hugh Bonneville, Michelle Dockery, Jim Carter, Joanne Froggatt and others. Written and created by Julian Fellowes.Lord Merton delivers a bombshell to Isobel, and Mary does likewise to Tony. Police suspicions deepen in an unexplained death. Robert and Sarah lock horns.
Desperate to raise money for the new Velvet collection, Alberto bets Velvet in a poker game. Cristina won't give up, despite having the papers to annul her marriage. Clara discovers signs of Barbara in Mateo's home.
In Arkansas just about everyone you meet is into the outdoors, yet to the rest of the country, the state barely registers as an outdoor destination. Now, Arkansas is on a mission to earn recognition as a wild mecca.
Get an intimate look into life in Lapland, fabled land of Santa Claus and actual home of tenacious wildlife such as reindeer, wolverines, Brown bears and more.
During restoration work after the devastating 2019 fire at Notre Dame de Paris, two lead sarcophaguses were discovered under the cathedral's stone floor. Who is buried in the anonymous sarcophaguses? And what secrets will these lead caskets reveal? Follow a team of archaeologists and historians as they attempt to solve centuries-old mysteries using the latest scientific investigation techniques. What can DNA and chemical analysis of the remains reveal about the history of Notre Dame and those who devoted their lives to it?
Venture to Japan with Gulnaz, where global warming is upending centuries-old Shinto and Buddhist traditions. As ancient shrines and temples face rising challenges, they also inspire new paths in reforestation and conservation.
Herring, often called the "silver of the sea," is revered in Scandinavian cuisine for its simplicity and flavor. In this episode, Arne invites Stig and chef Live to Fosen, where they encounter two families whose livelihoods revolve around herring fisheries. Join the hosts as they venture out to sea to explore the rich history and traditional methods of harvesting this prized fish.
Experience New Orleans through the eyes of dynamic women shaping its future while honoring its past. From riding streetcars and dining at Commander's Palace to exploring City Park, jazz halls, and Mardi Gras traditions, discover the culture, history, and flavor that make the Big Easy unforgettable.
Music is a universal language that connects us all. In City of Songs, musician and Actress Stephanie Hunt embarks on a global journey to uncover the sounds and stories that shape iconic cities.
Who lived in a Victorian home named for a troll, with a little man cave down by the lake? What is the oldest church & building in Bergen? Where can you stroll through 1800s Bergen & meet a curious character or two? Why was King Hakon's Hall built & who wasn't invited to dance there? When was Bryggen an important port? How does a simple fish soup tell the story of Norway's fishing heritage?
It's a snow day in Someplace Else! Will Panda's pals want to do all his favorite snow activities from Planet Purple?/Bob Dog wants to win a glowy, snowy, floating fun ball, so he thinks of things he's good at to play Gameshow Gator's new snow game.
Rosie is thrilled to spend Christmas with Abuela in Mexico City, but in her excitement, she forgets Abuela's present, and now she has to find a new present before their Noche Buena celebration.
Elinor is friends with a chickadee bird she names Chicky, but when snow covers the yard, she starts to worry about how Chicky will find food in the winter. She and her friends then observe that birds all have a unique way of finding food during the winter months, called foraging. This new knowledge inspires Elinor, Olive and Ari to build bird feeders to make food easier to find for their feathery friends!
(topic: Timekeeping) - Dr. Marbles finds the encryptor chip (the computer chip that will enable Marbles to delete Motherboard's virus) in an ancient pyramid. But the Mummy who guards the pyramid finds Marbles. When the kids and Digit arrive, they must work their way through the chambers of the pyramid - find Dr. Marbles - and escape before a trap set by the Mummy seals them inside forever. How much time do they have? Unfortunately, they have no clock or watch to tell them how much time has gone by. Is the mission impossible? Not for our kids! The Big Idea: To measure the passage of time, choose a starting point and count up the beats of something that repeats at steady, regular intervals.
Binky realizes it's harder than it looks to write a newspaper story when he spends the day with BItzi Baxter at the Elwood City Times as part of "Take a Student to Work Day". There's one questionthat everyone wants the answer to: who stole D.W.'s snowball? Bud and Rapty are on the case to find out what really happened!
The Wild Kratts and Wild Kratts kids go on an underwater adventure to discover how pond animals survive in the winter.
Nick Malgieri, master teacher at Peter Kump's New York Cooking School and author of several award-winning books on baking, demonstrates authentic Sicilian specialities like savory pizza rustica and fig-filled treats called "X" cookies.
In this episode, Alfred Portale, chef/owner of Gotham Bar and Grill in New York, prepares Muscovy Duck Breast With Chinese Spices. Portale introduces the viewer to the wide assortment of ducks available and demonstrates how to bone a duck. This meal balances both sweet and strong flavors. Portale presents the duck and vegetables in an attractive and decorative fashion.
Chef Monique Barbeau from Fullers in Seattle and pastry chef Jacques Torres from Le Cirque in New York visit Julia Child in her kitchen. Barbeau creates Eggplant Falafel With Tahini Dressing. Torres prepares a baked chocolate soup with meringue--a dessert that contains bananas soaked in rum and is then covered with caramelized sugar.
Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison make the ultimate Caramel-Espresso Yule Log. Lisa reviews mini muffin tins.
In Mexico, Christopher Kimball gets a lesson on Oaxacan Mole Blanco, which blends nuts, seeds and chilis for a rich, creamy sauce. Then, he learns there are no rules to guacamole, inspiring him to develop a recipe for Charred Guacamole. Finally, Wes Martin makes street tacos weeknight friendly with Traybake Tacos al Pastor.
I say it every time and I'll say it again...there is nothing more important than gathering around a table. Onion & Potato Gratin is a great dish for a large group it goes into the oven with easy prep. The aroma of this Rosemary Chickpeas brings back so many childhood memories. Pork Chops with Mushrooms and Pickled Peperoncini comes together in one pan. It's simple...cook, sit down together & enjoy.
Culinary instructor and author Alamelu Vairavan prepares three super dishes: delicious black eye peas with Mango in a Seasoned Sauce; a colorful Swiss chard dish cooked with lentils; and, Cracked Wheat Vegetable Uppuma, a South Indian favorite! ( 13 of 13)
In Coahuila, wine was once made for the Spanish Crown, and today the same winery creates some of Mexico's most beloved wines. Pati visits Casa Madero in the town of Parras, where she discovers fascinating stories that reach back to ancient indigenous legends. Then, she visits the Chavez family to taste their traditional Mexican sweets, lovingly made by hand. Recipes: . Mole de Pinon con Pollo al Horno Pine Nut Mole with Roasted Chicken . Arroz con Datiles y Chabacanos. Rice with Dates and Apricots.
GOSPEL Live! Presented by Henry Louis Gates, Jr. is a concert celebration honoring the legacy of Gospel music in America. As a companion to GOSPEL, hosted by Henry Louis Gates, Jr., secular and gospel artists sing their favorite gospel classics.
Honoring the heritage, unity, culture, and rich contributions of African Americans, Kwanzaa is more than just a celebration; it's a way of life. CULTURAL EXPRESSIONS: KWANZAA is an hour-long documentary that explores the seven principles that are the foundation of Kwanzaa by sharing seven real-life stories of impact. These stories reveal how each principle plays a role in the Black community, enhanced by cultural elements of dance, storytelling, music, and spoken word.
Rahm Emanuel has served as White House Advisor to Bill Clinton, a Congressman, White House Chief of Staff for Barack Obama, Mayor of Chicago, and Joe Biden's US Ambassador to Japan. He reflects on his productive career, his realization of the American Dream and its the growing inaccessibility today, and the state of American democracy.
Laura Flanders interviews two performance artists whose work illustrates how difference and neurodiversity make art and society richer and more interesting. Alice Sheppard is a wheelchair dancer and esteemed choreographer, and Jess Thom is a performer and comedian with Tourettes. In this episode, they question the role of art in society and our attitudes towards disability and what is normal.
Political scientist Condoleezza Rice and historian David M. Kennedy convene a new generation of community leaders to wrestle with what America's founding ideals still demand of all of us.
Homelessness is on the rise in America, and older adults are the fastest-growing group impacted by this experience. In Nashville, Tennessee, between 2022 and 2023, there has been an 11 percent increase among those experiencing homelessness and its exhausting obstacles. Through moving personal stories, AGING MATTERS: UNHOUSED explores the challenges and traumatic experiences aging adults face when they live without permanent housing. The half-hour documentary also speaks with experts about factors driving rates of homelessness, and the organizations and individuals working to address failures in the current system.
This holiday episode of BLACK NOUVEAU begins with Kwanzaa, an African-American cultural celebration. Clayborn Benson, III, founder of the Wisconsin Black Historical Society - which holds the state’s largest celebration - explains the cultural importance of the week-long festivity. BLACK NOUVEAU also visits the Kwanzaa exhibit at the Mahogany Art Gallery in Racine. Alexandria Mack talks with Dimonte Henning, director of Black Arts MKE’s holiday production of “Black Nativity” by Langston Hughes. And Liddie Collins visits the home of Helen Gee and her unique Christmas decorations. Also, James Causey talks with Dr. Kweku Ramel Smith, who has some helpful tips for maintaining good mental health during stressful holiday times.
Join PBS News Hour's Nick Schifrin and a panel of experts each week analyzing prominent international affairs topics and America's role in a shifting world, breaking down global conflicts, rising tensions, and their implications for U.S. interests.
Meghan and Justin confront their family's avoidance of talking about death by playing a game all about it. A visit to Sesame Workshop reveals how their childhood faves have been teaching kids about grief since the '80s. Later, they meet the Furtado family through Good Grief, a nonprofit in Morristown, NJ providing unlimited and free support to children, teens, young adults, and their caregivers.
Host Angela Fitzgerald explores Roche-A-Cri State Park in Adams County and views its Native American petroglyphs and pictographs. Fitzgerald also shares profiles including a musical Jump River bar owner and a talented Madison photojournalist. Plus, enjoy two seasonal Door County profiles - commercial ice fishermen and a dedicated Christmas tree farmer.
Frankenmuth, Michigan – also known as Little Bavaria – has multiple reputations. Town with the best family dinners? True! Zehnder’s of Frankenmuth and Bavarian Inn are icons. Christmas year-round? Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland, the “World’s Largest Christmas Store,” is open 361 days a year!
THE ARTS PAGE is a 30-minute Emmy- and multiple award-winning monthly series hosted by Sandy Maxx. Each episode features 4-5 segments on the arts and culture, short performances, interviews, profiles of well-known and not-so-well-known artists, and much more.
Get an intimate look into life in Lapland, fabled land of Santa Claus and actual home of tenacious wildlife such as reindeer, wolverines, Brown bears and more.
During restoration work after the devastating 2019 fire at Notre Dame de Paris, two lead sarcophaguses were discovered under the cathedral's stone floor. Who is buried in the anonymous sarcophaguses? And what secrets will these lead caskets reveal? Follow a team of archaeologists and historians as they attempt to solve centuries-old mysteries using the latest scientific investigation techniques. What can DNA and chemical analysis of the remains reveal about the history of Notre Dame and those who devoted their lives to it?
Jupiter’s massive gravitational force has made it both a wrecking ball and a protector of Earth.
NASA's Cassini explores Saturn for 13 years, looping through its icy rings and flying by its moons. The probe captures stunning ring-moon interactions, but when it finds the ingredients for life on the moon Enceladus, a bittersweet decision is made.
Secrets of weeknight cooking revealed: zucchini pie in Greece, sea bream in Istanbul, and Barcelona's viral bomba. From palaces to humble home kitchens, discover dishes only insiders know - until now. Bold flavors, hidden gems - don't miss a bite.
Are you floundering when it comes to adding fish to your menu? Ellie is your fishing guide as she demystifies the choosing, prepping, and cooking of fish.
Travel deep into the forest with Bob Ross and discover the beauty and serenity of an elegant waterfall.
Bob Ross paints the deepest, darkest place in the forest on a vertical canvas; so mysterious!
Celebrate the influential icons of our collective and recent memory with treasures like a Jean-Michel Basquiat oil stick drawing, a Fred &Joanne Rogers trolley and card, and Julia Child's copper pans. Which has an updated value of $500,000?
Explorer and travel writer Richard Bangs sets off for an incredible adventure on the great Nile River to uncover the history, myths and culture of the lost crocodiles of ancient Egypt. From Alexandria to Cairo, from the pyramids at Giza to the Valley of the Kings, Bangs explores the way the river and its fearsome "Lord" molded a civilization. Further upstream, he visits a temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and searches for the beast in the waters of Lake Nasser.
Are you floundering when it comes to adding fish to your menu? Ellie is your fishing guide as she demystifies the choosing, prepping, and cooking of fish.
We race through our days, breathless and exhausted at the end. Did we achieve a lot? Probably - but at what cost to our wellness? It's time to slow down and enjoy cooking and eating. In this episode, we're headed to Tuscany to visit my old friend, Tony Quiles, a retired New York City police officer who traded his big-city life for a quiet place in the Italian countryside and never looked back.Recipes: Pureed White Bean Soup with Spicy Sauteed Carrots; Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
Host Miranda Esmonde-White helps people of all ages and fitness levels rebalance their bodies, increase mobility and keep joints healthy and pain-free. Each 30-minute episode features a full-body workout with dynamic strengthening and stretching exercises.
Bask and breathe in the gorgeous sunset amongst a brilliant sunflower backdrop as we move through a gentle seated practice. Sarah Starr guides a gentle practice using a chair for stability and balance. Enjoy stretches that link breath with movement, forward bends to free the muscles of the back, increasing circulation to internal organs, ending with a relaxing guided meditation. (7 of 9)
Tokyo is a bustling city where traditions and the latest trends co-exist. DIVE IN TOKYO brings to life the city's historic old towns and lesser-known spots, showcasing the allure of vibrant neighborhoods. Each week's episode features knowledgeable hosts who take viewers to locales not found in typical guidebooks, while encountering many fun surprises along the way. Past episodes have included a visit to Fussa with its American vibes and multicultural charm, beautiful Ueno Park, and Mt. Mitaki - a sanctuary in the sky.
Big Sur is often described as one of the most spectacular coastlines in the world. Sean sets out to capture its beauty and meets other artists who have heard the clarion call to celebrate Carmel-by-the-Sea and Highway 1.
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! This workout will strengthen and stretch your ribs, shoulders, and back while liberating and rebalancing your hips and hamstrings so that you can stand taller and sit straighter.
Host Miranda Esmonde-White helps people of all ages and fitness levels rebalance their bodies, increase mobility and keep joints healthy and pain-free. Each 30-minute episode features a full-body workout with dynamic strengthening and stretching exercises.
On the menu, desserts with a one-two punch-- they satisfy your sweet tooth and deliver significant health benefits at the same time.
As Americans, we often think of chestnuts as just a holiday treat, but these ancient fruits are so much more than a Christmas cliche. Packed with nutrients, versatile chestnuts bring the ancient world right into modern times in the most sustainable way. In this very special episode, we're headed to a magical historic village called Pratalecchia in the Mugello region of Tuscany, where we meet Fosco Ferri. For centuries, the village has been home to a spectacular chestnut grove. Today, Fosco continues his family's legacy, restoring and preserving the village as he uses the same traditional processes used for countless generations to cultivate and produce chestnuts.Recipes: Anolotti with Chestnut Filling; Castagnaccio; Grape Focaccia
TRAILS TO OISHII TOKYO (formerly called Trails to Tsukiji) takes an in-depth look at Japanese food available at Tokyo's iconic market, where every kind of fresh food, from seafood to produce, is gathered from around the country. The program traces unique Japanese foods from the market back to their original source. Past episodes included: "Abalone," called "the treasure of the sea" in Japan; "Oysters," which the Japanese have been eating for 4,000 years; and "Green Tea," the country's popular beverage of choice.
In JOURNEYS IN JAPAN, English-speaking visitors travel the length of Japan exploring the culture, meeting local people, visiting historic sites, and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks. The series provides an eye-opening look at the many unique places to visit in Japan.
The Calla Lily is the featured flower in this episode. J shares flower lore behind this classic flower. We'll see Callas of all colors - including black. J creates a unique crescent shaped Calla bouquet to carry, shows you how to arrange Calla Lily blooms inside a bubble bowl, and fabricates a composite calla bouquet. Also: a Calla Lily cocktail.
Master Gardener Tom Mashour talks about selecting and buying seeds. Also, Horticulturist Joellen Dimond shows how to plant spring-blooming bulbs. And retired UT Extension Agent Mike Dennison talks about what you can do in the garden over the winter
Christmas in the Alsace region of France is best experienced in the small towns and villages where each community has its own unique holiday traditions, celebrations, food, and of course wine. The Alsatian landscape is covered with medieval towns, castle ruins and vineyards that overflow with charm and history. And at Christmas, the townspeople go all out in decorating each of their towns to outdo the next in celebration of the season, and their Christmas markets are a truly magical take on this uniquely French celebration of Christmas. With Christmas being a magical time for children, the music accompaniment to this show are French carols sung by a The Maine Girls Chorus, which will delight the child in all of us.
From manger scenes and mistletoe to wintry wonderlands, RICK STEVES' EUROPEAN CHRISTMAS celebrates the Christmas season throughout the European continent. In the special, Rick visits friends and families in England, France, Norway, Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Italy to reveal their customs and practices of the holiday season. He begins his travels in England, where the Christmas pudding is the real centerpiece of a traditional English holiday meal. In Paris, the Eiffel Tower heralds the season with its red, twinkling lights. And in the countryside of Tuscany, villagers stack neat pyramids of wood for great bonfires. The lighting of the fires is a signal to villagers - dressed as shepherds - to come and sing old carols. RICK STEVES' EUROPEAN CHRISTMAS offers a colorful, musical celebration of Christmas across Europe where viewers will learn about customs from "the old countries," hear local choirs, and discover holiday family traditions.
Why is a European Christmas Market also called Weihnachtsmarkt or a Christkindlmarkt? And what do these markets have to do with the Holy Roman Empire? Why do you find Christmas Markets mostly in German-speaking countries? What is the curious history of the Advent Wreath, of Silent Night, and a creepy Christmas character named Krampus? And is a Krampus different than a Krapfen?
It's a Dickens of a Christmas special, with inspired ideas for flowers, crafts, recipes, and entertaining that will carry you through the past, present, and future of the holiday season. Included: Sugar Cookie and Gluhwein recipes.
Joseph experiences a Southern Christmas in South Carolina, delving into Gullah Geechee history and culture, attending a Christmas service, and viewing Brookgreen Gardens Night of a Thousand Candles. Joseph meets Ron and Natalie Daise, learns about autism awareness, and paints with a penguin. Christmas caroling and a traditional low country boil bring heartfelt moments to the holiday.
Bob Ross creates a spectacular warm winter mountain in an oval, with crisp snowy bushes and trees spilling from it's borders.
Andreas visits Savalen in Eastern Norway, where he makes some of his Christmas favorites. He serves his best porridge with pinnekjott, a special holiday dish made with salted and dried goat ribs and served with almond potatoes. Andreas also prepares and savors the most common Norwegian holiday food: pork ribs, cooked twice.
Join the beloved British home cook and three special friends as they prepare her ultimate Christmas feast with all the trimmings. From the traditional turkey to her classic Christmas pudding, it's the perfect recipe for a deliciously festive holiday.
DOOK CHASE: A CHEF'S JOURNEY is a culinary tour showcasing the rich food traditions of New Orleans. The series explores cultural connections in every bite with Dook Chase, the executive chef of the historically significant Dooky Chase Restaurant. Episodes follow Dook as he visits places and people at the heart of New Orleans' legendary cuisine. Then, he brings those experiences back to the kitchen where he prepares dishes that incorporate the flavors and techniques of the city’s mosaic of culinary traditions. With an emphasis on how dishes and ingredients reflect the city's history, Dook connects with chefs who have elevated Creole, Cajun and West African cuisine to the forefront of fine dining in New Orleans. Dook also visits local Italian, Vietnamese, Indian and Latin American establishments where chefs recreate the food from their homeland.
Chef Maria Loi heads to the Papantoniou Museum in beautiful Nafplio, where she speaks with Ioanna Papantoniou, about her life as a stage production designer and the history of Greece's miracle ingredient, tomato paste. Inspired by her conversation, Chef Loi makes her mom's recipe for Patates Kokkinistes (Red Potatoes). Back at home in New York City, Chef Cesare Casella joins Maria in her kitchen. Together the two collaborate on a Greek-Italian Kritharaki me Ntomata (Orzo with Tomatoes) and Spastes Patates me Pelte (Smashed Potatoes with Tomato Paste).
Just ahead of the winter snows, Les and Paul find themselves enjoying the fresh cool winds and grey skies over the Athabasca River. Expert forager Les Stroud challenges Master Chef Paul Rogalski to his delight with the harvest of a ruffed grouse, rose hips, sweet clover and willow branches.
When the world shut down, some kitchens came alive. Filmmaker Liza deGuia uncovers the inspiring stories behind three businesses that turned crisis into creativity. She visits Maxi's Noodle, Pecking House, and Forsyth Fire Escape, revealing how necessity and passion gave birth to something enduring.
In celebration of Julia Child's 100th birthday (August 15, 2012) this original black and white episode from her original series "The French Chef" shows Julia making French soup and a superb Mediterranean vegetable soup. She shows how to chop and slice vegetables quickly and how to make a cheese and garlic sauce for soup. (1 of 3)
Ashley Moore makes host Julia Collin Davison Diner-Style Patty Melts, and Toni Tipton-Martin shares the origins of patty melts at Tiny Naylor's restaurants. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares his top picks for automatic drip coffee makers, and Christie Morrison makes host Bridget Lancaster the Ultimate Extra-Crunchy Onion Rings.
Watch furry ROADSHOW finds that will be sure to leave tails wagging for more including a 1965 Charles Schulz Peanuts strip, a Julius Adam II "Kitten Symphony" oil, and a Jamie Wyeth portrait of Andy Warhol with his dog. One is $90,000!
Christmas in the Alsace region of France is best experienced in the small towns and villages where each community has its own unique holiday traditions, celebrations, food, and of course wine. The Alsatian landscape is covered with medieval towns, castle ruins and vineyards that overflow with charm and history. And at Christmas, the townspeople go all out in decorating each of their towns to outdo the next in celebration of the season, and their Christmas markets are a truly magical take on this uniquely French celebration of Christmas. With Christmas being a magical time for children, the music accompaniment to this show are French carols sung by a The Maine Girls Chorus, which will delight the child in all of us.
Why is a European Christmas Market also called Weihnachtsmarkt or a Christkindlmarkt? And what do these markets have to do with the Holy Roman Empire? Why do you find Christmas Markets mostly in German-speaking countries? What is the curious history of the Advent Wreath, of Silent Night, and a creepy Christmas character named Krampus? And is a Krampus different than a Krapfen?
Chef Marcus Samuelsson discovers how Vietnamese cuisine and culture have influenced the city in delicious ways. From pho to banh mi, he learns how young chefs are taking culinary traditions and translating them for a new, multicultural generation.
Silesia is historically the center of Poland's hard industry and there are certainly many rich traditions and hearty, homemade meals that were born out of this old way of life. Katowice is the bustling city capital of the region, offering visitors plenty of attractions to explore! The heart of an agglomeration over 2-million people it was once identified as a booming center of heavy industry and it is still recognized for its numerous mines, old ironworks and factories. It's cuisine both present and past, is inseparable from the industrial landscape of the area. The everyday work life of the locals gave birth to a warm and hearty menu, full of filling dishes, rich in flavor. The region, unlike many others in Poland, fiercely defends its local culinary heritage as recipes are passed on from generation to generation carefully preserved in their original form. In this episode, Aleksandra will dive deep into the region's industrial past with a visit to the Guido Mine in Zabrze (an old coal mine located nearly 1,000 feet beneath the surface of the earth!), a tour through the city center of Katowice, a visit to the old workers' neighborhood, Nikiszowiec (the birthplace of the region's cuisine!), and finish off with a meal at a couple of Katowice's modern restaurants which proudly uphold the region's old traditions.
Who doesn't love Italian food? Sara's got some of your favorites made with a twist. Like delicious ravioli made with wonton skins to save time, or lasagna made with polenta rather than noodles. For a show stopper, try her butternut squash farrotto, just like risotto but with the ancient grain farro. On top, delicious fried sage.
Christopher Kimball visits Japanese cooking instructor Sonoko Sakai at her home to make udon noodles. The secret: Stomping on the dough to knead it! Back in the kitchen, we learn how to make Homemade Udon Noodles as well as two preparations: Udon Noodles in Soy Broth and Udon Noodles with Spicy Meat and Mushroom Sauce.
Test cook Elle Simone Scott cooks host Julia Collin Davison Pan-Seared Thick-Cut, Bone-In Pork Chops. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges hosts Julia and Bridget Lancaster to a head-to-head tasting of bone broth, and gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews apple corers. Test cook Keith Dresser makes host Bridget Lancaster a magical Pouding Chomeur.
Historian Lucy Worsley has got the keys to four of the world's most iconic palaces. Uncovering stories of obsession, stolen treasure and what really happens in a Queen's bedroom.
On December 30, 1994, a man entered two abortion clinics in Brookline, MA. By day's end, two women were dead, five wounded, and a community was left mourning. Thus began a clandestine dialogue between leaders of the pro-choice and pro-life movements and the beginning of the most unlikely friendship.
Three decades after her assault, Lizzie confronts her Amish community's silence around sexual abuse.
Six organizations work to bridge divides by bringing people together from different backgrounds.
Mark L. Smith has a conversation about writing the blockbuster, disaster-thriller film Twisters.
This weekly news analysis program is the only woman-centered national news/talk show on television. Dedicated to the premise that women of all ethnic backgrounds and political persuasions are an important part of the national dialogues, the series provides a platform for the multifaceted views of involved, informed women journalists and commentators. Topics range from women's health to family issues to women in the workplace, the environment, women in finance and education.
Join award-winning journalists every Friday night in a robust roundtable discussion of the week's major national news stories.
A half hour weekly public affairs broadcast, THE OPEN MIND is a thoughtful excursion into the world of ideas, exploring issues of national and public concern with the most compelling minds of our times. Hosted by Alexander Heffner.
The weekly magazine provides audiences an inside perspective on the diversity of people, places, conflicts and coexistence that define Europe.
DW GLOBAL Us, the Environment and Development magazine from Deutsche Welle looks at the issues that are moving us today, and shows how people are living with the opportunities and risks of globalization.
On December 30, 1994, a man entered two abortion clinics in Brookline, MA. By day's end, two women were dead, five wounded, and a community was left mourning. Thus began a clandestine dialogue between leaders of the pro-choice and pro-life movements and the beginning of the most unlikely friendship.
Explore the art of storytelling through interviews with the storytellers talking about their craft, their on-stage performances, and comments and stories from the audience. Theresa Okokon and Wes Hazard host, introducing each episode's theme.
THE CHAVIS CHRONICLES is a thought-provoking half-hour weekly talk show with an urban American flair featuring interviews with famous leaders and politicians, doctors and scientists, cultural leaders and influencers from around the globe. The public affairs program goes beyond the headlines offering insights on matters that impact the public, and provides a unique perspective from a renowned living legend of the African-American world. Each week, Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr. hosts the 52-part series. Dr. Chavis - an award-winning journalist, civil rights icon, and consummate intellectual influencer - is a skilled interviewer who presents important content and diverse conversations that are engaging, enlightening and entertaining to a wide audience.
Angela Davis joins Laura Flanders to share how her evolution and activism came together.
Texas Monthly Presents is a captivating new docuseries series that brings the magazine's award-winning journalism from the page to the screen and invites viewers to experience Texas through the mindset of a storyteller.
Fans of antique tractors gather to see them action once again. Discover how gluten free affects your diet and your health. Sharon Vaknin serves up some very special walnut recipes. Harvest some very hot chiles at one Arizona farm. Find out why sweet means different things when it comes to sugar.
Explore issues and solutions of food access and equity in rural communities of Virginia.
This series offers viewers an up-close and personal look into the world of the modern American entrepreneur. As complicated as starting a business may seem, the goal is to demystify the process by sharing the real life experiences of average Americans who are taking control of their own destiny while creating jobs for others. Over 90% of all companies in America are small businesses. Those small businesses employee over 50% of all people working in this country. Today's media rarely focus on the stories of those Americans and their hard work, despite small-businesses being the backbone of the country. "Start Up" is a explores the next generation of American business owners and the dreams that drive them.
A half hour weekly public affairs broadcast, THE OPEN MIND is a thoughtful excursion into the world of ideas, exploring issues of national and public concern with the most compelling minds of our times. Hosted by Alexander Heffner.
In a media landscape often polarized by extreme viewpoints on The Right and on The Left, "Balancing Act with John Katko" seeks to provide an alternative perspective: The Center. It will strive to bring balance to discussions on divisive political issues, while adding a touch of fun along the way.
Mark L. Smith has a conversation about writing the blockbuster, disaster-thriller film Twisters.
On December 30, 1994, a man entered two abortion clinics in Brookline, MA. By day's end, two women were dead, five wounded, and a community was left mourning. Thus began a clandestine dialogue between leaders of the pro-choice and pro-life movements and the beginning of the most unlikely friendship.
Explore the art of storytelling through interviews with the storytellers talking about their craft, their on-stage performances, and comments and stories from the audience. Theresa Okokon and Wes Hazard host, introducing each episode's theme.
This series presents interviews between David Rubenstein and some of the nation's most renowned scholars and public figures, including Ron Chernow, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Walter Isaacson, Annette Gordon-Reed, and others. In these in-depth conversations, Rubenstein illuminates the work of these influential historians and thinkers as well as the subjects of their scholarship.
This series presents interviews between David Rubenstein and some of the nation's most renowned scholars and public figures, including Ron Chernow, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Walter Isaacson, Annette Gordon-Reed, and others. In these in-depth conversations, Rubenstein illuminates the work of these influential historians and thinkers as well as the subjects of their scholarship.
An intimate look into life in Lapland, home of tenacious wildlife such as reindeer and wolverines.
Unexpected roots of activist Angela Y. Davis and statesman Jeh Johnson are revealed.
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. takes Claire Danes and Jeff Daniels through scenes from America's past.
Explore the celebration, the way of life that is Kwanzaa.
An intimate look into life in Lapland, home of tenacious wildlife such as reindeer and wolverines.
The residents find ways to help each other during the storm. Arthur's teacher moves into his house.
In this Christmas-themed episode, Olive and Otto help Santa track down his missing reindeer, and Oscar helps Ms. O get off Santa's naughty list.
The Wild Kratts accidentally lose some Hispid hares in a wintery North American forest.
When Dot and Al announce the Hunters are spending Christmas in Nigeria, Corky worries about skipping their usual cold-weather traditions. But as they plan an exciting celebration, Corky wonders: can she have a fun Christmas without snow?
Someplace Else is getting ready for New Year's Eve, and Donkey Hodie prepares for her special family tradition with Grampy and Cousin Hodie. After neighbors celebrate the countdown in their own ways, they come together for a new tradition!
The Flapping Feathers's bus derails on its way to the Parranda. Super fans Sammy and Louisa save the celebration! / This year, the Wombats can stay up late to watch the New Year's Eve Acorn Drop - if they can keep from falling asleep.
On New Year's Eve, everyone heads to the Clock Factory for a special Chime Time countdown and party! We spend time with Daniel, his cousin Kira, and all our other neighbors as they celebrate their unique New Year's traditions.
Alma and Junior want to stay awake until midnight on New Year's Eve, but will they make it? / When Eddie Mambo gets sick, Alma gets impatient waiting for him to feel better.
This animated series is based on Marc Brown's best-selling books about Arthur Read, an eight-year-old aardvark, his sister D.W., and their family and friends. In "Arthur's First Sleepover," the boys feel a bit uneasy being outside in the dark, due to the recent reports of UFO sightings. Arthur has a hard time staying up to find out what really happens at midnight, on "Arthur's New Year's Eve."
When family and friends want their own fancy pin, Lyla and Everett must figure out how to make the pins for everyone in time for the New Year's Eve party. / Lyla and Everett clash as they make a fun unboxing video for Phan Hardware's Summer Sale.
Based on the popular Scholastic book series by Norman Bridwell about the lovable oversized canine with his head in the clouds but four paws planted firmly on the ground, Clifford presents a larger-than-life view of the world. With his loving human, Emily Elizabeth, and dog pals, Cleo and T-Bone, Clifford inhabits a colorful island community, inviting viewers on a fun-filled journey through childhood, navigating the dips and curves along the way. CLIFFORD THE BIG RED DOG emphasizes good citizenship and the importance of community. Each episode concludes with a component of Clifford's Big Ideas - 10 different attributes children learn to embrace - which leaves them with something to think about and practice in their lives.
Don makes a wish to see snow. When a big blizzard comes, Don is worried that his wish brought it.
"Gingerbread House" Pinkalicious and Peter build a pinkamazing gingerbread house that attracts Sarafina, a holiday fairy. But as pieces of the house begin to go missing, it's up to Pinkalicious to find the sneaky snacker before all that's left are crumbs. Curriculum: (Visual Arts) Working collaboratively to make a work of art out of edible materials."Christmas Tree Trouble" It's time to decorate the Pinkerton's Christmas Tree! But when the box of all of the family's ornaments break hours before the holiday party, it will take some creativity and pinkamagination to bring back the family's Christmas spirit. Curriculum: (Visual Arts) Experiment with different tools and materials to make art (Christmas tree ornaments) Interstitial: Kids decorate for the holidays by creating snowpeople made out of socks and other art materials.
Robin Hood can't tell how to redistribute the goodies! So Peg and Cat must teach him more and less.
Elmo tries to win a race but when he feels annoyed and tired, he learns that eating healthy food will give him energy. Elmo eats his sandwich, feels better, and ready to race! Meanwhile, Cookie Monster tries to eat the sandwich for himself!
Phoebe & Jay learn to use a chore chart to move through their duties in an organized way. Phoebe & Jay help Mr. Gurley and Ms. Dennis complete their challenge of walking 10 laps around the courtyard and they learn to use lane markers.
Only one way to find out if there are unicorns on the moon build a spaceship and go see for yourself! / Louisa tells Zeke she's a Moon Magician who can turn the moon into different shapes. Would Zeke like to learn how she does it?
Work It Out Wombats! follows a playful trio of marsupial siblings -- Malik, Zadie, and Zeke -- who live with their grandmother (named Super!) in a fantastical treehouse apartment complex. The Treeborhood is home to a diverse and quirky community of neighbors who just happen to be wombats, snakes, moose, kangaroos, iguanas, fish, tarsiers, and eagles! Each day drops a new challenge into the Wombats' laps, requiring them to find, debug, fix, order (then re-order) -- and create, test, and re-create when things don't go according to plan. But thanks to their creativity and collaborative spirit, their sense of family, and the role they play within the larger Treeborhood community -- as problem-solvers, friends, and neighbors -- the Wombats always win the day. With an educational focus on computational thinking, Work It Out Wombats! introduces preschoolers to a way of thinking that enables them to solve problems, express themselves, and accomplish tasks using the practices, processes, and ideas at the core of computer science, laying important groundwork for success in school and life.
Daniel, Dad, Prince Wednesday and Prince Tuesday are all going sledding! But once they get to the hill and see how tall it is, Daniel and Prince Wednesday get scared. Dad assures them that if they try it a little bit at a time, they might surprise themselves and have a great time.
Outta Space's Gravity Ray sends everything up, up, and away! Three little Space Spiders are leaving their webs all over Reader Valley! A giant jam blob is oozing through town and only the Super Readers can stop it!
When Nico teases Carl about bikes being for babies, he sets out to prove Nico wrong. Bikes aren't for babies - bikes are for everyone! / Carl and his Fuzzytown friends can't wait to build a tree fort, but Carl has a hard time working as a team.
For more than 75 years, generations of young children have been charmed by the literary adventures of Curious George. Based on the best-selling Curious George books by Margret and H. A. Rey, the daily series expands George's world to include a host of colorful new characters and original locales, while maintaining the charm of the beloved books. Each half-hour episode includes two animated stories, followed by short live-action pieces showing real kids who are investigating the ideas that George introduces in his stories. The series aims to inspire kids to explore science, math and engineering in the world around them.
Donkey and Panda's snow snurdle is melting! Trolley helps them bring it to Someplace Cold, but can they get past the Puzzling Penguin in time?/The pals can't fit everyone in Panda's ship for a party back on Planet Purple. What else can they do?
Milo and his pals are happy to step in to teach Miss Stern's evening class students science, music and art but sadly not everyone responds to their teaching methods. The best way to teach is to make it fun for everyone but how will they do it!?
Frozen Fish - After the lake freezes over, Elinor and her friends wonder what happens to all of their fishy friends during the wintertime. How can they survive? Do they freeze? After Ranger Rabbit cuts a hole in the ice to check on the fish, the kids gaze down through the thick ice and learn that the whole lake isn't frozen after all. The ice is only at the top, and there's still liquid at the bottom where the fish live comfortably when the lake freezes in the winter.Pirate Treasure - While the kids are playing pirates in search of treasure, pirate Ari realizes that he forgot where he hid their treasure. But, no worries, because the kids are pirates, and pirates always figure it out. Unfortunately, it's not that simple, and they can't even draw a map, because Ari can't remember exactly how to get to the treasure. Luckily, their friend Philbert the Squirrel helps them out by teaching the kids about landmarks and how to use them to find your way. So, the mighty pirates finally find their loot. Arrrr!
Rosie is thrilled to spend Christmas with Abuela in Mexico City, but in her excitement, she forgets Abuela's present, and now she has to find a new present before their Noche Buena celebration.
Outta Space's Gravity Ray sends everything up, up, and away! Three little Space Spiders are leaving their webs all over Reader Valley! A giant jam blob is oozing through town and only the Super Readers can stop it!
I am Catherine the Great Brad shows up ready for day camp with a pep in his step and a smile on his face, until he finds out that he's going without Xavier or Yadina. Uh oh. Brad can't possibly go without his best friends! Who will he play with? Xavier and Yadina are sure Brad will make new friends at camp, but Brad isn't so sure - he doesn't know how. To the Secret Museum! Our heroes go back in time to meet someone who made all kids of friends: Catherine the Great. They find Catherine wandering outside her castle walls, simply so she can make some new friends to play with. Watching Catherine meet new kids, and ask them questions about themselves, shows Brad that getting to know people is a great way to make friends. I am Tomioka Tessai Yadina isn't sure if she should take her old family quilt in for show and tell; she loves it and all, but it's old and has a lot of holes - what if she feels embarrassed to show people? To the Secret Museum! Our heroes go back in time to meet someone who was deeply connected to the stories of his ancestry: Tomioka Tessai. They find the young artist as he's trying to decide what he should paint to share with his art class. While thinking it over, Tomioka takes our trio on a tour of his family's garden, and proudly tells the story of the cherry tree he planted there with his father and grandfather, helping both Tomioka and Yadina realize they should each present their class with something that's special to their family, because sharing stories about their family makes them feel proud.
Spring Carnival Auntie Midge loves to emcee Spring Carnival, but a hurt hip takes her out of commission. With a little help from Mr. Patak, Molly and Tooey build a special way for her to get around in the snow. Tooey's Hole-i-day Sweater Tooey's finally outgrown an ugly, hand-me-down Christmas sweater knit by his Grandma Elizabeth. All is well until Luka accidentally takes a bite and leaves a gaping hole in the front. Can Molly and Tooey fix it before Grandma arrives for the holidays?
It's Alma's favorite holiday, Noche Buena (or Christmas Eve), and she can't wait to celebrate her family's yearly traditions. But when the traditions go wrong, Alma feels disappointed. Can she still have a fun Noche Buena when things are so different? When Alma finds the Christmas gift she gave Junior is still under the tree, she decides to skip playtime with her brother and make him a do-over gift before the big Three Kings Day parade. But Junior isn't thrilled.
"Stinky Fruit" In Bangkok, Leo thinks he needs to like the taste of the very strong-smelling durian fruit to be a great chef. "Kick It Good" Andy wants to play ball with kids in Thailand, but thinks they're playing all wrong! He learns that sports from around the world are sometimes similar, but different, but also just as good.
The Loops pack holiday cookies and Stu helps deliver them. While he's away, the Loops tell stories of when they first met Stu. When Stu doesn't come back from his delivery, Lyla and her family need to figure out a way to get Stu back home.
The kids capture a snake that gets lost in Arthur's house. Will Muffy and Francine be friends again?
The Weight of the World Depends on Orla - Orla shares the story of how she was chosen to protect the 44-leaf clover. Curriculum: Measurement Weight / Density. Substitute Agents - With the Mobile Unit agents in trouble, Oxley and Olanda must come to the rescue. Curriculum: Prediction and Probability.
Martin and Chris are on a mission in the Arctic to discover just how animals move around in different environments. Their new knowledge of both buoyancy and traction comes in handy when they discover that the dastardly Zach Varmitech has kidnapped a Walrus calf and a Polar bear cub. The Wild Kratts team will do whatever it takes to return the baby animals to their mothers!
Just as the Hunters gear up for a snow day, they find no snow on the ground. After they investigate the lack of accumulation, they head to a nearby mountain and find an abundance of snow perfect for snow dragon building and snowshoeing.
Someplace Else is getting ready for New Year's Eve, and Donkey Hodie prepares for her special family tradition with Grampy and Cousin Hodie. After neighbors celebrate the countdown in their own ways, they come together for a new tradition!
The Flapping Feathers's bus derails on its way to the Parranda. Super fans Sammy and Louisa save the celebration! / This year, the Wombats can stay up late to watch the New Year's Eve Acorn Drop - if they can keep from falling asleep.
On New Year's Eve, everyone heads to the Clock Factory for a special Chime Time countdown and party! We spend time with Daniel, his cousin Kira, and all our other neighbors as they celebrate their unique New Year's traditions.
Alma and Junior want to stay awake until midnight on New Year's Eve, but will they make it? / When Eddie Mambo gets sick, Alma gets impatient waiting for him to feel better.
This animated series is based on Marc Brown's best-selling books about Arthur Read, an eight-year-old aardvark, his sister D.W., and their family and friends. In "Arthur's First Sleepover," the boys feel a bit uneasy being outside in the dark, due to the recent reports of UFO sightings. Arthur has a hard time staying up to find out what really happens at midnight, on "Arthur's New Year's Eve."
When family and friends want their own fancy pin, Lyla and Everett must figure out how to make the pins for everyone in time for the New Year's Eve party. / Lyla and Everett clash as they make a fun unboxing video for Phan Hardware's Summer Sale.
Outta Space's Gravity Ray sends everything up, up, and away! Three little Space Spiders are leaving their webs all over Reader Valley! A giant jam blob is oozing through town and only the Super Readers can stop it!
I am Catherine the Great Brad shows up ready for day camp with a pep in his step and a smile on his face, until he finds out that he's going without Xavier or Yadina. Uh oh. Brad can't possibly go without his best friends! Who will he play with? Xavier and Yadina are sure Brad will make new friends at camp, but Brad isn't so sure - he doesn't know how. To the Secret Museum! Our heroes go back in time to meet someone who made all kids of friends: Catherine the Great. They find Catherine wandering outside her castle walls, simply so she can make some new friends to play with. Watching Catherine meet new kids, and ask them questions about themselves, shows Brad that getting to know people is a great way to make friends. I am Tomioka Tessai Yadina isn't sure if she should take her old family quilt in for show and tell; she loves it and all, but it's old and has a lot of holes - what if she feels embarrassed to show people? To the Secret Museum! Our heroes go back in time to meet someone who was deeply connected to the stories of his ancestry: Tomioka Tessai. They find the young artist as he's trying to decide what he should paint to share with his art class. While thinking it over, Tomioka takes our trio on a tour of his family's garden, and proudly tells the story of the cherry tree he planted there with his father and grandfather, helping both Tomioka and Yadina realize they should each present their class with something that's special to their family, because sharing stories about their family makes them feel proud.
Spring Carnival Auntie Midge loves to emcee Spring Carnival, but a hurt hip takes her out of commission. With a little help from Mr. Patak, Molly and Tooey build a special way for her to get around in the snow. Tooey's Hole-i-day Sweater Tooey's finally outgrown an ugly, hand-me-down Christmas sweater knit by his Grandma Elizabeth. All is well until Luka accidentally takes a bite and leaves a gaping hole in the front. Can Molly and Tooey fix it before Grandma arrives for the holidays?
It's Alma's favorite holiday, Noche Buena (or Christmas Eve), and she can't wait to celebrate her family's yearly traditions. But when the traditions go wrong, Alma feels disappointed. Can she still have a fun Noche Buena when things are so different? When Alma finds the Christmas gift she gave Junior is still under the tree, she decides to skip playtime with her brother and make him a do-over gift before the big Three Kings Day parade. But Junior isn't thrilled.
"Stinky Fruit" In Bangkok, Leo thinks he needs to like the taste of the very strong-smelling durian fruit to be a great chef. "Kick It Good" Andy wants to play ball with kids in Thailand, but thinks they're playing all wrong! He learns that sports from around the world are sometimes similar, but different, but also just as good.
The Loops pack holiday cookies and Stu helps deliver them. While he's away, the Loops tell stories of when they first met Stu. When Stu doesn't come back from his delivery, Lyla and her family need to figure out a way to get Stu back home.