“New Neighbors” is a term given to immigrants and refugees. These community members work to learn the American ways while keeping their own cultures and traditions alive. We will hear the stories of three immigrant families and follow their journey as they build new lives in central Pennsylvania.
Monday, September 25, at 8:00 p.m.
Trace the life and legacy of labor activist Cesar Chavez. Through interviews with Maya Angelou, Joan Baez, Carlos Santana and more, see how music and the arts were instrumental to the success of the farmworkers’ movement Chavez helped found.
Friday, September 29, at 10:00 p.m.
Explore the life of celebrated artist Frida Kahlo in a three-part docuseries. See the major personal and political events of her life, including her stormy and devoted relationship with artist Diego Rivera, whom she married not once but twice.
Tuesdays, September 19 - October 3, at 9:00 p.m.
DI Jack Mooney is starting to get to know the people and places of Saint Marie. But there’s little time for sightseeing as there are some fiendishly clever murders to solve.
Saturdays, September 16 - November 4, at 9:00 p.m.
Join World Kitchen host Tamra Fatemi-Badi as she welcomes Maria and Larry Terry to her home kitchen. Maria is originally from Honduras and will share her recipe for Echiladas Hondurenas, as she and Larry talk about their Hispanic heritage and culture through food and family. Continue »
Sunday, October 8, at 2:00 p.m. on Zoom
The arts are on full display as community members take the stage to become theatrical storytellers. Volunteer thespians from the Altoona Community Theatre and Sock and Buskin Theatre Company share stories of why this art form must be kept alive. Continue »
Even though we’re in the midst of summer, now is a good time to start planning your cool season vegetables. Continue »
Join us for a special edition of the WPSU Folk Show on Saturday, October 7th! The show will be made up of requests from you, our Folk Show fans! We will have room for 30-35 songs so submit your requests early before our deadline of Thursday, October 5th! Continue »
Volunteers from the Kishacoquillas (or “Big”) Valley come together to share stories of Native Americans, the Amish, the Belleville Civic Club, the Reedsville revitalization, and more. All viewers can watch on the PBS App until it becomes Passport-exclusive on Sept. 22. Continue »
A retrospective on 40 years of Weather World – the forecasts, faces and following that have defined the show and its enduring legacy. Continue »
Learn to identify weeds and keep them out of your garden. Continue »
WPSU’s fall PBS KIDS event is back! Make plans to attend Eventapalooza on Saturday, October 21, at the Outreach Building in Innovation Park, State College. This free indoor and outdoor family event will offer make and take crafts and games for kids ages 3 through 10. Pick up free take-home bags and capture photos of your kids posing with PBS KIDS standees. Continue »
Saturday, October 21, from 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Eye screenings for kids might miss vision problems that could be spotted with a full eye exam. Continue »
If you’re growing tomatoes, staking or trellising the plants can improve air flow, reduce the risk of blight and free up garden space. Continue »
Join host Tamra Fatemi-Badi as she uses summer vegetables from the garden to create a Persian beef and eggplant stew (Khoresh Bademjan) and a delightful, not-too-sweet zucchini bread. Continue »
On July 14, a House subcommittee approved legislation that would eliminate federal funding for the Corporation of Public Broadcasting [CPB], public radio and television stations’ largest single source of funding. Please tell your Representative to oppose the bill now. Continue »
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