Public Service Announcement

For Monday, August 31 – Sunday, September 6

Monday, August 31

7 p.m. — “Independent Lens”
Celebrate the legacy of icon Fred Rogers in a film from Academy Award winner Morgan Neville.

9:30 p.m. — “Rick Steves Fascism In Europe”
In this one-hour special, Rick Steves travels back a century to learn how fascism rose and then fell in Europe – taking millions of people with it.

Tuesday, September 1

7 p.m. — “Red, White and Rock (My Music)”
Join Frankie Valli, The Righteous Brothers, Connie Francis and more for a 2002 patriotic celebration of America and pop oldies music.

9:30 p.m. — “Abba Forever — A Celebration”
Celebrate the supergroup with Neil Sedaka, Donny Osmond, Tim Rice and the band members themselves.

Wednesday, September 2

7 p.m. — “NOVA”
Dog Tales
Discover how humans tamed fearsome canines over tens of thousands of years, and how modern dog intelligence and behaviors have made them indispensable companions.

8:30 p.m. — “NOVA”
Cat Tales
Explore what science can tell us about our mysterious cat companions.

10 p.m. — “Memory Rescue with Daniel Amen, M.D.”
Discover with Dr. Amen how you can improve your memory and even rescue it if you
think it’s headed for trouble.

Thursday, September 3
7 p.m. — “Moments to Remember: My Music”
Patti Page and Nick Clooney co-host performances and archival classics from the late 50s and early 60s pop era.

9:30 p.m. –– “The Avett Brothers at Red Rocks”
Join the three-time Grammy Award nominees for a magical night of music in this stunning natural setting.

Friday, September 4

5 p.m. –– “WCTE Live at 5”

5:30 p.m. — “BBC World News Today”

6 p.m. –– “PBS NewsHour”

7 p.m. –– “Riverdance 25th Anniversary Show”
Celebrate the magic in this powerful and stirring reinvention of the groundbreaking show.

9 p.m. –– “Aging Backwards 3 with Miranda Esmonde-White”
Discover how former ballerina Miranda Esmonde-White uses groundbreaking science to develop a practical six-point plan anyone can use to keep their minds sharp and their bodies active using gentle daily movement.

10 p.m. –– “Suze Orman's Ultimate Retirement Guide”
Join the acclaimed personal finance expert for essential advice on planning for and thriving in retirement.

Saturday, September 5

6 p.m. –– “John Sebastian Presents: Folk Rewind (My Music)”
Join John Sebastian of The Lovin’ Spoonful in a special featuring the greatest singers and songwriters of the classic 50s & 60s folk era.

8 p.m. –– “Nitty Gritty Dirt Band: 50 Years and Circlin’ Back”
Celebrate the groundbreaking bands musical milestones and hits along with many special guests.

9:30 p.m. –– “Ken Burns: Country Music”
Join host Kathy Mattea to learn more about the making of the epic documentary series devoted to the history of this truly American art form.

Sunday, September 6

3 p.m. –– “Ken Burns: The National Parks”
Explore the beauty and grandeur of our nation’s magnificent parks, from Acadia to Yosemite, Yellowstone to the Grand Canyon.

5 p.m. –– “Ken Burns: Country Music”
Join host Kathy Mattea to learn more about the making of the epic documentary series devoted to the history of this truly American art form.

7 p.m. — “Ken Burns: The Civil War”
Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the landmark series in September 2015 with this in- depth overview of the iconic documentary.

9 p.m. — “Rick Steves Fascism In Europe”
In this one-hour special, Rick Steves travels back a century to learn how fascism rose and then fell in Europe – taking millions of people with it.

10:30 p.m. — “Dr. Fuhrman”s Food As Medicine”
Learn how to use food to help prevent disease and improve health with Dr. Joel Fuhrman.