Happy Holidays — Special Programming Dec. 17-23
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Sunday, Dec. 17, 2023
7 PM PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)
Dreaming of a Jewish Christmas
This documentary tells the story of the unlikely Jewish immigrants who enamored with Broadway and Hollywood, wrote some of the most popular tunes in America: Christmas music.
8:30 PM Fusion (WNEO 45.2 / WEAO 49.2)
The Real Bedford Falls: It’s a Wonderful Life
Explore the connections between Seneca Falls, NY, and Bedford Falls, the fictional setting of the beloved movie “It’s a Wonderful Life.”
Monday, Dec. 18, 2023
1 AM PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)
Dreaming of a Jewish Christmas
This documentary tells the story of the unlikely Jewish immigrants who enamored with Broadway and Hollywood, wrote some of the most popular tunes in America: Christmas music.
5 AM PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)
The American St. Nick
World War II exacted a heavy toll on the people of Wiltz, Luxembourg, nearly destroying the small town. Occupied by German forces for four years, the town was subject to the whims of Nazi leadership: streets were renamed, the native language was banned, religious freedoms were curtailed and Saint Nicolas Day was outlawed. This documentary chronicles a day at the height of the war when the battle-weary 28th Infantry Division of the American Army returned hope and joy to the children and people of this war-torn town.
10 AM PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)
Sesame Street: The Nutcracker, Starring Elmo & Tango
Elmo and his puppy Tango take a fantastical adventure through magical lands to retrieve a nutcracker toy.
3 PM PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)
America’s Test Kitchen Special: Home for the Holidays
The entire cast is home for the holidays, and they are sharing their tips and tricks for planning a stress-free gathering, while also recounting personal holiday memories and revealing their all-time favorite holiday recipes from the program’s archives.
9 PM PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)
Mary Berry’s Highland Christmas
Mary Berry spends Christmas in her mother’s homeland of Scotland to enjoy a winter break soaking up her Scottish heritage and enjoying traditional festive delights with familiar faces, as well as cooking up some of her indulgent dishes.
10 PM Fusion (WNEO 45.2 / WEAO 49.2)
Dreaming of a Jewish Christmas
This documentary tells the story of the unlikely Jewish immigrants who enamored with Broadway and Hollywood, wrote some of the most popular tunes in America: Christmas music.
Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023
2 AM PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)
America’s Test Kitchen Special: Home for the Holidays
The entire cast is home for the holidays, and they are sharing their tips and tricks for planning a stress-free gathering, while also recounting personal holiday memories and revealing their all-time favorite holiday recipes from the program’s archives.
12:30 PM PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)
Nature Cat: A Nature Carol
In the tradition of the Dickens holiday classic “A Christmas Carol,” Nature Cat is visited by the spirits of Nature Past (Daisy), Present (Squeeks) and Future (Hal) on Christmas Eve.
Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2023
6 AM PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)
Arthur’s Perfect Christmas
Plans are underway in Elwood City for the best holidays ever as Arthur, D.W., their family and friends prepare for perfect gifts, perfect parties and perfect family traditions celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and even "Baxter Day" (Buster and his mom’s special celebration). The only problem is that, just like in real life, perfection is hard to attain, and things start to fall apart.
9:30 AM PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)
Wild Kratts: A Creature Christmas
It’s Christmas time and the Wild Kratts are taking a break from creature adventuring to celebrate. However, when they receive an alert that their favorite creatures are suddenly disappearing around the globe, their holiday party quickly turns into a rescue mission. Our heroes must race against time to thwart their greedy archrivals’ most miserly scheme yet! Will they be able to travel to the ends of the earth and return their baby animal friends to their homes in time for the holidays?
Friday, Dec. 22, 2023
10 AM PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)
Sesame Street: The Nutcracker, Starring Elmo & Tango
Elmo and his puppy Tango take a fantastical adventure through magical lands to retrieve a nutcracker toy.
Noon PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)
Curious George: A Very Monkey Christmas
Curious George and The Man with the Yellow Hat are having a wonderful time getting ready for Christmas. There is only one dilemma: neither of them can figure out what to give the other for a present! In the end, both gift-giving predicaments are simply and beautifully resolved, revealing the true spirit of the holiday season.
9 PM PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)
Season of Light: Christmas with The Tabernacle Choir
The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square join award-winning artists Lea Salonga and Sir David Suchet for a festive and uplifting Christmas performance. Filmed with a live audience, this concert will illuminate your holiday experience with timeless carols, treasured Christmas songs and a story of heroic service.
10:30 PM PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)
A Polka Christmas with The Chardon Polka Band
PBS Western Reserve is the presenting station for this unique holiday show from The Chardon Polka Band. It is jam-packed with “polka-fied” Christmas carols, delivering hometown holiday charm and the band’s signature wit and humor.
Saturday, Dec. 23, 2023
2 AM PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)
Season of Light: Christmas with The Tabernacle Choir
The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square join award-winning artists Lea Salonga and Sir David Suchet for a festive and uplifting Christmas performance. Filmed with a live audience, this concert will illuminate your holiday experience with timeless carols, treasured Christmas songs and a story of heroic service.
3:30 AM PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)
A Polka Christmas with The Chardon Polka Band
PBS Western Reserve is the presenting station for this unique holiday show from The Chardon Polka Band. It is jam-packed with “polka-fied” Christmas carols, delivering hometown holiday charm and the band’s signature wit and humor.
4 AM PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)
Dreaming of a Jewish Christmas
This documentary tells the story of the unlikely Jewish immigrants who enamored with Broadway and Hollywood, wrote some of the most popular tunes in America: Christmas music.
4 PM Fusion (WNEO 45.2 / WEAO 49.2)
Dreaming of a Jewish Christmas
This documentary tells the story of the unlikely Jewish immigrants who enamored with Broadway and Hollywood, wrote some of the most popular tunes in America: Christmas music.
7 PM PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)
The Lawrence Welk Show, Christmas
Sandi Griffiths hosts this Christmas episode that brings you performances of Christmas classics including “Jingle Bells, “The Carol of the Bells” and “Here Comes Santa Claus.” “The Hallelujah Chorus” is the perfect highlight of the show, marking the arrival of Santa Claus.
