TV
Masterpiece Classic - Cranford PT3
Sunday, May 18 at 9pm
In episode three, Matty suffers great disappointment and, in a nostalgic mood one evening, decides to confide in Mary about Mr. Holbrook. The mention of India prompts Mary to write to Major Gordon to tell him that Jessie regrets her decision not to marry him.
Secrets of the Dead - Sinking Atlantis
Wednesday, May 14 at 8pm
Five thousand years ago the Minoans, Europe’s first great civilization, flourished on the island of Crete. Drawing from the archaeological records, new revelations about Minoan language and religion, and shocking new geological discoveries, the film connects fact with fiction, and reveals the truth behind the reign and fall of the great Minoan civilization.
NOVA - A Walk to Beautiful
Tuesday, May 13 at 8pm
This program tells the story of three women in Ethiopia suffering from devastating childbirth injuries. Rejected by their husbands and ostracized by their communities, the women are left to spend the rest of their lives in loneliness and shame.
The International Dancesport World Championships 2007
Wednesday, May 7 at 10pm
Each program includes features giving insight into the background of the sport and a candid look at the dancers. The standard competitions are comprised of the Waltz, Slow Foxtrot, Tango, Viennese Waltz and Quickstep. The Cha-Cha, Samba, Rumba, Paso Doble and Jive are performed in the Latin competitions. The World Ten features all 10 dances.
American Experience - The Center of the World/Fear Itself
Monday, May 12 at 9pm
Roosevelt’s family background, education, his first run for office and his courtship and troubled marriage to Eleanor Roosevelt.
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Motorweek - Nissan Gt-R
Saturday, May 10 at 4:30pm
Road Test: 2009 Nissan GT-R Sports Car. Road Test: 2009 Dodge Journey Crossover. Goss’ Garage: Recycling Automotive Fluids. FYI: Ridemakerz Custom Toy Cars. Car Keys First Impressions: Bentley Brooklands.
Kids
Bob The Builder - Creativity
Friday, May 16 at 2pm
It’s time for arts and crafts as Bob and the team get creative. Lofty learns that size is no barrier to artistic expression in Lofty the Artist. Inspiration for Molly’s Fashion Show comes from a very unusual place. And for Bob the Photographer, entering a simple photography competition isn’t as easy as it seems.
Thomas & Friends - Friendship
Wednesday, May 14 at 1:30pm
Thomas is sent to the Wharf to collect a Christmas tree from Sir Handle. Thomas tells Duncan and Peter Sam what he’s looking for and they tease Thomas for not knowing what a Christmas tree looks like. This makes Thomas cross. Determined to prove himself, Thomas refuses any help from any other engines, even Sir Handle!
Jim Knox’s Wild Zoofari - The National Aquarium In Baltimore
Saturday, May 10 at 7am
Set sail with Jim and his Wild Zoofari Explorers for the world-class National Aquarium in Baltimore. Here you’ll venture with Jim and the United States Coast Guard to release the world’s most endangered sea turtle. Along the way you’ll encounter rare Johnston’s Crocodiles and our Mystery Creature.
Create
One Stroke Painting With Donna Dewberry
Friday, May 16 at 10pm
Take it from a pro — forget about all the hours and dollars it usually takes to frame your family treasures. Donna shows you how to create custom keepsakes for everyone in your life.
New Jewish Cuisine with Jeff Nathan and Friends - Fruit Desserts
Saturday, May 10 at 9pm
In this episode, scrumptious fruit creations, including challah pudding and fried fruit blintzes are on the menu.
PBS World
Gates of the Arctic: Alaska’s Brooks Range
Friday, May 16 at 9pm
Explores the vast and remote Brooks Range, a mountain chain stretching across northern Alaska and into Canada’s Yukon Territory, that inspired a national wilderness-protection movement with its pristine vistas and habitats teeming with wildlife. Award-winning actress Glenn Close narrates.
Atlantic Charter: The End of Colonialism
Tuesday, May 13 at 9pm
Atlantic Charter is the first detailed television account of this historic meeting between US president Franklin D. Roosevelt and British prime minister Winston Churchill.
WJCT & Partners
Anne of Green Gables
Thursday, May 15 at 6pm
When Anne Shirley arrives at the Cuthbert’s farm on Prince Edward Island, called “Green Gables”, she is a precocious, romantic child, desperate to be loved and highly sensitive about her red hair and homely looks.
Masterpiece Classic - Cranford PT2
Monday, May 12 at 9pm
In episode two, as winter approaches, Cranford is beset by sorrows and struggles to re-gain its confidence. When Dr. Harrison’s housekeeper discovers a leg of mutton has been stolen on the very same night that store owner Mr. Johnson is mugged, the ladies decide that a crime wave has hit Cranford.
American Masters - Lucille Ball: Finding Lucy
Sunday, May 11 at 7:00pm
This program revisits the life of Lucille Ball – the first female television superstar and first solo female head of a major studio.
