Friday, Feb. 2, at 7 PM
Learn the story of Akron’s role in the relaunch of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus following a deadly fire in 1944.
Fridays at 8:30 PM
Saturdays at 1:30 AM
Sundays at 8 PM
Enjoy live performances that capture artists and audiences connecting in the closest of confines. To experience these unique concerts live, you have to be a member of The Summit FM, a public radio station serving Akron, Canton and Youngstown. This series allows you to watch these intimate music moments on PBS Western Reserve.
Friday, Feb. 2, at 8:30 PM: Demos Papadimas / Milky Chance
Friday, Feb. 9, at 8:30 PM: Will Hoge / John Doe
Friday, Feb. 16, at 8:30 PM: The Labra Brothers / Jocelyn & Chris
Friday, Feb. 23, at 8:30 PM: Langhorne Slim / Freedy Johnston
Sunday, Feb. 4 at 8 PM: Demos Papadimas / Milky Chance
Sunday, Feb. 11, at 8 PM: Will Hoge / John Doe
Sunday, Feb. 18, at 8 PM: The Labra Brothers / Jocelyn & Chris
Sunday, Feb. 25, at 8 PM: Langhorne Slim / Freedy Johnston
In 1890, Mississippi had 190,000 registered Black voters. By 1966, that number was reduced to 2,000 due to a complicated voter registration process. This documentary is the transformational story of how idealistic college students and Black activist teachers came together in Oxford, Ohio, to fight as one in the freedom struggle that would define a nation and alter the course of history.
Saturday, Feb. 3, at 10:30 PM
Sunday, Feb. 4, at 2:30 AM
Friday, Feb. 16, at 10:30 PM
Saturday, Feb. 17, at 3:30 AM & 11 AM
Sunday, Feb. 18, at noon
Saturday, Feb. 17, at 4:30 PM
Monday, Feb. 26, at 9:30 PM
This monthly half-hour shines a spotlight on all of the good things that Akron has to offer. Each show consists of four stories, including segments on dining, arts and culture, history, business, and movers and shakers.
Cleveland’s Chardon Polka Band takes you on the road to teach you about the rich history and lively culture surrounding polka. There will be friends, laughter, food and a whole lot of polka performances. From chowing down on a “Sasquatch burger” and making pierogies to rocking out with Akron guitarist Michael Weber, the band’s antics offer an informative tour of Northeast Ohio and beyond.
Sunday, Feb. 4, at 2 AM: Let’s Go Bowling
Sunday, Feb. 11, at 2 AM: Polkas and Pierogies
First Monday of every month at 5 PM and 5:30 PM
This public affairs series provides a local viewpoint on global topics. Subjects covered are both educational and entertaining, and are hosted by a Northeast Ohio community member who assists in determining the show’s content.
Monday, Feb. 5, at 5 PM: Mental Health Through the Art of the Theatre
Monday, Feb. 5, at 5:30 PM: Protecting Patient’s Health or Protecting the Medical Industry
Saturday, Feb. 3: Editor of Cleveland Jewish News
Monday, Feb. 5 & Saturday, Feb. 10: The Buzz on Marijuana
Monday, Feb. 12 & Saturday, Feb 17: Dance Akron
Monday, Feb. 19 & Saturday, Feb. 24: Something Fishy in Cleveland
Monday, Feb. 26 & Saturday, March 2: Open Your Eyes
Sunday, Feb. 25, at noon
Through insightful interviews, archival photos and cinematic reenactments, trace the rich history of PBS Western Reserve from its early days to the 50th anniversary of WNEO’s first broadcast.