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Happy Holidays — Special Programming Nov. 30 - Dec. 6, 2025

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Happy Holidays

PBS Western Reserve Celebrates the Holidays

Get in the festive spirit with these holiday specials!

Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025

Arthur, Francine's Pilfered Paper

6 AM  PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)

Arthur, Francine's Pilfered Paper 

Thanksgiving can be a time for a long, relaxing weekend with family and friends. But for Mr. Ratburn, it's a chance to assign a five-page paper about the holiday! Instead of despairing like her friends, Francine finds the perfect Web site for her research, which she happily copies and pastes in a matter of minutes for her entire report. There's nothing wrong with that...is there?

Rick Steves’ European Christmas

12:30 PM  PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)

Rick Steves European Christmas

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. The special 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

Monday, Dec. 1, 2025

Rick Steves’ European Christmas

Midnight  PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)

Rick Steves European Christmas

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. The special 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

Lyla in the Loop, When We Met Stu

8 AM  PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)

Lyla in the Loop, When We Met Stu

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.

Rosie's Rules, Rosie's Christmas in Mexico

9:30 AM  PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)

Rosie's Rules, Rosie's Christmas in Mexico

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.             

Christopher Kimball's Milk Street Television, Milk Street Holiday

3 PM  PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)

Christopher Kimball's Milk Street Television, Milk Street Holiday

For special occasion entertaining, Christopher Kimball makes Barolo-Braised Beef Short Ribs, demonstrating the right way to cook your meat in wine. Rosemary Gill shows off the magic of dried mushrooms with Porcini-Rubbed Beef Tenderloin with Roasted Portobello Mushrooms. Finally, Rose Hattabaugh modernizes chocolate mousse with a recipe for Dark Chocolate Terrine with Coffee and Cardamom.  

Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025

Wild Kratts, Mystery of the North Pole Penguins?

7 AM  PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)

Wild Kratts, Mystery of the North Pole Penguins?

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. 

Work It Out Wombats! The Treehouse Harvest Day/The Treeborhood Thankfuness Stew

10:30 AM  PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)

Work It Out Wombats! The Treehouse Harvest Day/The Treeborhood Thankfuness Stew

The Treehouse Harvest Day — Harvest Day is being ruined by fog! Can the Wombats save the day by locating Mr. E's fog goggles, buried in a box somewhere?

The Treeborhood Thankfuness Stew — It's time to make the Treeborhood Thankfulness Stew. Can Zeke create a stew that meets Mr. E's high standards?                                             

Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025

Alma's Way, Alma's Nochebuena/Three Kings Day Do-Over

12:30 PM  PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)

Alma's Way, Alma's Nochebuena/Three Kings Day Do-Over

Alma's Nochebuena — 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? 

Three Kings Day Do-Over — 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.

Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025

Rick Steves’ European Christmas

3:30 AM  PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)

Rick Steves European Christmas

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. The special 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

Lyla in the Loop, New Year, Lyla!

8 AM  PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)

Lyla in the Loop, New Year, Lyla!

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. 

Work It Out Wombats! Happy New Acorn Year!

10:30 AM  PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)

Work It Out Wombats! Happy New Acorn Year!

This year, the Wombats can stay up late to watch the New Year's Eve Acorn Drop — if  they can keep from falling asleep.

Donkey Hodie, A Donkey Hodie New Year

11 AM  PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)

Donkey Hodie, A Donkey Hodie New Year

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!

All Creatures Great and Small: Christmas in the Dales

8 PM  PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)

All Creatures Great and Small: Christmas in the Dales

Celebrate the heartwarming MASTERPIECE series with clips and behind-the-scenes memories of its Christmas finales. Experience the kindness, empathy and love in the magical village of Darrowby and the stunning Yorkshire Dales during the holiday season.

Friday, Dec. 5, 2025

Arthur’s Perfect Christmas

11:30 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 make preparations for perfect gifts, perfect parties and perfect family traditions for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and even "Baxter Day" (Buster and his mom's special celebration). The only problem is, just like in real life, perfection is hard to attain, and things start to fall apart.                                                                                                   

Cook's Country, Holiday Roast and Potatoes

4:30 PM  PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)

Cook's Country, Holiday Roast and Potatoes

Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison streamline a classic recipe for Boneless Rib Roast  with Yorkshire Pudding and Jus. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of black tea. And finally, test cook Ashley Moore makes Bridget a family favorite recipe for Lighthouse Inn Potatoes.

George Perris

7 PM  Fusion (WNEO 45.2/WEAO 49.2)

George Perris — The Most Wonderful Time of the Year!

Join George Perris and his big band as they celebrate the holiday season with a special performance filmed from his home country of Greece. In addition to Christmas carols, George and the band perform spiritual and uplifting songs every family loves to hear and holiday classics with a Greek flair. Filmed at the Piraeus Theater, one of the most beautiful theaters in Europe, GEORGE PERRIS: WONDERFUL TIME OF YEAR transports viewers to a magical, wintery and inspiring world

Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025

Mary Berry’s Ultimate Christmas

Midnight  PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)

Mary Berry's Ultimate Christmas

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.

Rick Steves’ European Christmas

11:30 PM  PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1)

Rick Steves European Christmas

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. The special 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