press & media

(WSEC in Springfield & Jacksonville, WQEC in Quincy and WMEC in Macomb are all part of Network Knowledge, which provides quality public television and educational services through a network of volunteers, universities, hospitals and business partners in communities throughout central and western Illinois.)

Dr. Gruebel Recognized for 25 Years of Service

JULY 24, 2008, SPRINGFIELD, IL - Dr. Jerold Gruebel, President/CEO of Network Knowledge, was recently recognized by the organization's board of directors for twenty-five years of service to the citizens of central and western Illinois through his work in public broadcasting with a surprise reception.

The event was attended by some 70 people.  Board Vice Chair Elwin Basquin (Peoria) chaired the surprise reception committee and board members Theresa Faith Cummings (Springfield) and Marie Giacomelli (Springfield) served on the committee.  Board chair Bob Fluent (Quincy) encee'd the event where he presented Dr. Gruebel with more than 45 letters from past and present board members, volunteers, family and friends who were unable to attend. 

In addition, Dr. Gruebel was presented with a certificate from Senator Deanna Demuzio (D) of the Illinois State Senate, and Representative Rich Brauer (R), of the Illinois House of Representatives in recognition of his leadership, dedication and hard work that has led to such an impact on the community. 

Dr. Gruebel said in response to the recognition, "My wife Paula and I have had a good life serving as educators.  She is an outstanding second grade teacher and I consider the work that I have done as deserving of being recognized as an educator.  Network Knowledge is an important non-traditional educational institution in this region, providing many learning opportunities not otherwise available."

WSEC/PBS in Jacksonville and Springfield, WQEC/PBS in Quincy, and WMEC/PBS in Macomb are all part of Network Knowledge, which provides quality public television and educational services, through a network of volunteers, universities, hospitals and business partners in communities throughout central and western Illinois. 

Information on HD programming, and on digital conversion, is available on the station's website, www.networkknowledge.tv.

Three WSEC-TV/PBS Productions Receive Awards

June 27, 2008, SPRINGFIELD, IL - Three programs produced by WSEC-TV, Springfield's PBS station, recently received awards in both the 2007 Telly Awards and the 2007 Omni Intermedia Awards.

In the 2008 Telly Awards, InLife (Scott Troehler, producer; Becky Cramblit, host), received a silver award for HD production, while BUILDING STORIES (Scott Troehler, producer; Dave Leonatti, host) received a bronze award.

In the 2007 Omni Intermedia Awards, EXPEDITION SCOTLAND (Scott Troehler, producer; Becky Cramblit, host), and InLife (Scott Troehler, producer; Becky Cramblit, host), received the bronze award.

InLife is a monthly 30 minute series that takes a look at topics from home and garden to kids and family to arts and culture in central and western Illinois. Programs have included performance by Illinois singer/songwriters in Springfield, recycling in Quincy, and the unique relationship between kids and horses. The series is hosted by Becky Cramblit.

Expedition Scotland was a four part series exploring the people and places of this country in the United Kingdom. Segments included a look at Glaswegian architect and artist Charles Rennie Mackintosh, a seafood cruise off the Isle of Skye, and how technology is changing how golf is taught in St. Andrews. The series was hosted by Becky Cramblit.

Building Stories is the television version of Downtown Springfield, Incorporated's Pied Pieper Architectural Walking Tour. In the three part television series, host and Springfield architect Dave Leonatti walks through downtown with architectural historian Anthony Rubano, discussing the history, style, and architectural significance of various buildings and structures.

WSEC in Jacksonville & Springfield, WQEC in Quincy and WMEC in Macomb are all part of Network Knowledge, which provides quality public television and educational services through a network of volunteers, universities, hospitals and business partners in communities throughout central and western Illinois.

Additional information on HD programming, and on digital conversion, is available on the station's website, www.wsec.tv.

Special Edition of Lawmakers Features Satellite Interview from Iraq with Representative Jim Watson

June 19, 2008, SPRINGFIELD, IL - Representative Jim Watson (R-97, Jacksonville), who is currently serving a tour of duty with the U.S. Marine Corps in Iraq, will be one of Mark McDonald's guests on Friday's edition of Lawmakers on WSEC-TV/PBS Springfield.

Watson, who is currently in Ramadi, spoke with McDonald via satellite about his work with the Iraqi government and the continuing efforts to develop a democratic government in the country and Al Anbar Province where he is currently stationed. Other topics include keeping in touch with family and ongoing events at the Statehouse in Springfield.

Other guests in the program include Senator Deanna Demuzio (D-49, Carlinville), and Representative Rich Brauer (R-100, Petersburg).

Lawmakers with Mark McDonald airs at 8:00pm on Friday, June 10, and will be rebroadcast Sunday, June 22 at 5:00 & 10:00pm.

WSEC-TV/PBS to broadcast the 2008 State of the City Address

APRIL 16, 2008, SPRINGFIELD, IL - WSEC-TV, Springfield's PBS station, will broadcast the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce 2008 State of the City Address given by Mayor Tim Davlin on April 14th.

Mayor Davlin brings viewers up to date on issues that affect Springfield and the surrounding area.

The program airs Friday, April 18th at 8pm and Sunday, April 20th at 5 and 10pm on WSEC-TV/PBS.

WSEC in Springfield & Jacksonville, WQEC in Quincy and WMEC in Macomb are all part of Network Knowledge, which provides quality public television and educational services through a network of volunteers, universities, hospitals and business partners in communities throughout central and western Illinois.

Additional information on HD programming, and on digital conversion, is available on the station's website, www.wsec.tv.

WSEC-TV/PBS brings Story Time to the Jacksonville Public Library

APRIL 7, 2008, SPRINGFIELD, IL - WSEC's Educator Team will bring story time to the Jacksonville Public Library on Monday, April 21 from 3-4pm. The story time theme is pancakes and will feature the book "Curious George Makes Pancakes" by Margret and H.A. Rey. This program is sponsored by the Jacksonville Rotary Club.

Curious George will make a special appearance and a copy of the book If You Give A Pig A Pancake will be given to the first fifty children in attendance. Children will also be served pancakes and syrup.

The event is open to children ages 2 through 8. For more information, please call Sue Lovdahl, Director of Education at WSEC at 217-483-7887, or the Jacksonville Public Library at 217-243-5435.

The WSEC Educator Team is comprised of three educators who together visit over 1,000 children each month in classrooms, head start programs, libraries and daycares throughout central and western Illinois. Using the PBS Learning Triangle Program, the team incorporates reading books, viewing short clips from PBS children's programs and doing activities related to the books that are read. The primary goal of the Educator Team is to teach the value of reading and literacy and encourage families to read together at home. More than 8,000 books were distributed to area children this past school year.

WSEC-TV/PBS to air Springfield Citizens Club forum on water policy

FEB 4, 2008, SPRINGFIELD, IL - WSEC-TV, Springfield's PBS station, taped the Springfield Citizens Club forum held Tuesday, January 29th to discuss the need for a future water policy, for broadcast in February.

The forum explores Springfield's future water needs, including the proposed second lake, climate predictions and underground/surface water alternatives. Speakers and panelists include Tom Skelly, Allen Wehrmann, Vern Knapp, Bruce Semans, MD, Michael Ayers, Mike Houston, Donald Hanrahan and Dr. Clark Bullard.

The broadcast is made possible by the Greater Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce, Springfield Citizens Club and a grant from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

The Springfield Citizens Club Forum airs Wednesday, February 6th at 10pm and Friday, February 15th at 8pm.

WSEC in Springfield & Jacksonville, WQEC in Quincy and WMEC in Macomb are all part of Network Knowledge, which provides quality public television and educational services through a network of volunteers, universities, hospitals and business partners in communities throughout central and western Illinois.

WSEC-HD/PBS Springfield to air locally-produced television programs in HD

JANUARY 14, 2008, SPRINGFIELD, IL - Beginning January 16, 2008, WSEC-HD/PBS Springfield will begin airing regularly scheduled programs produced in high definition by the station. Programs that will be broadcast in HD include award winning programs Illinois Stories, InLife, Making Conversation, Cardia, Building Stories and Expedition travel series.

The programs will air every Wednesday at 6:30pm. WSEC-HD can be received in Springfield off-air on Channel 14-2, and is available on Comcast cable channel 916.

"Locally-produced programs are what separate us from other public television services," said Dr. Jerold Gruebel, president and general manager of WSEC-TV/PBS Springfield. "We are proud to take this next step into the future by producing programs in high definition television."

Additional information on HD programming, and on digital conversion, is available on the station's website, www.wsec.tv.

WSEC in Jacksonville & Springfield, WQEC in Quincy and WMEC in Macomb are all part of Network Knowledge, which provides quality public television and educational services through a network of volunteers, universities, hospitals and business partners in communities throughout central and western Illinois.

Contact:

Dr. Jerold Gruebel
President & CEO
Network Knowledge
WSEC-TV/PBS Springfield
217-483-7887, x222; 800-232-3605

WSEC-TV/PBS Springfield to Present Fun Time Station

JANUARY 7, 2008, SPRINGFIELD, IL - On Saturday, January 19th WSEC-TV/PBS will host the 10th annual Fun Time Station in the Orr Building at the Illinois State Fairgrounds. The event features performances, arts and crafts, reading and other learning activities.

The theme of this year's event is "All Aboard the Alphabet:. Children can participate in hands-on activities based on PBS's educational programming. Entertainment includes, the Capitol Elite All Stars Dance Troupe, Shudo-Kan Karate Club, trick skater Chris Neale, Dance Creations and Fleming Academy of Performing Arts.

Clifford the Big Red Dog and Curious George will be on hand to greet the children. there will be face painting as well as displays by various civic organizations. In addition participants can purchase items from the WSEC-TV/PBS store, buy raffle tickets and concessions will be available.

Tickets are $3 in advance or $4 at the door. Purchase tickets by calling 217-483-7887, ext. 223. The event runs from 10am - 3pm, and is sponsored in part by St. John's Children's Hospital.

Contact:

Margy Smith
Coordinator of Special Events
WSEC-TV/PBS Springfield
217-483-7887, ext. 223
800-232-3605, ext. 223

Springfield SHG Graduate to Appear on National PBS Program on WSEC-TV/PBS

DECEMBER 19, 2007, SPRINGFIELD, IL - WSEC-TV/PBS, Springfield's PBS station will air "Christmas at Belmont", a national PBS program on Christmas Eve at 9pm. Elizabeth Smith, former SHG student, will appear in the program.

Elizabeth is a 2006 graduate of Springfield Sacred Heart Griffin High School. She has studied vocal instruction for 10 years and is currently majoring in musical theatre at Belmont University in Nashville Tennessee where the program is taped bi-annually. Students are hand picked for the production. Ms. Smith will perform vocally as part of an ensemble and a combined choir.

The "Christmas at Belmont" concert is a holiday tradition at Belmont University, where the School of Music features outstanding choral and instrumental ensembles that have received high praise nationally and internationally. This year, the annual concert comes from Nashville's new Schermerhorn Symphony Center as American Idol finalist Melinda Doolittle hosts a musical collage that includes a Christmas repertoire ranging from traditional carols to classical masterworks to lighthearted secular songs.

WSEC in Springfield & Jacksonville, WQEC in Quincy and WMEC in Macomb are all part of Network Knowledge, which provides quality public television and educational services through a network of volunteers, universities, hospitals and business partners in communities throughout central and western Illinois.

WSEC-TV/PBS first to offer viewers locally produced HD programs on its HD channel

December 7, 2007, SPRINGFIELD, IL - Beginning Monday December 10th WSEC-TV/PBS Springfield will offer its viewers locally produced high definition programs on the HD channel for the first time.

The program line-up includes Making Conversation; The People of Central Illinois, WQEC Fun Time Station, Illinois Stories, and Expedition Scotland.

On Monday December 10th beginning at 7pm, Making Conversation will feature segments on The Springfield Muni, meteorologists from the National Weather Service in Lincoln and scientists from the Illinois State Museum.

WQEC Fun Time Station taped November 3rd at the Oakley Lindsay Center in Quincy shows the activities and people who attended this year's event. WQEC Fun Time Station airs Tuesday, December 11th at 7pm followed by the Emmy award winning Illinois Stories. Hosted by Mark McDonald, this episode gives a bus tour of some of the more memorable Illinois Stories program locations.

On Wednesday, December 12th beginning at 7pm, Expedition Scotland takes viewers on a journey around Glasgow, the Isle of Skye, Loch Ness and the Whisky Trail. Expedition Series producer Scott Troehler has teamed with Becky Cramblit for several travel progams from locations like Taiwan, London and Wales.

"Locally-produced programs are what seperate us from other public television services," said Dr. Jerold Gruebel, president and general manager of WSEC-TV/PBS Springfield. "We are proud to take this next step into the future by producing programs in high definition television."

WSEC in Springfield & Jacksonville, WQEC in Quincy and WMEC in Macomb are all part of Network Knowledge, which provides quality public television and educational services through a network of volunteers, universities, hospitals and business partners in communities throughout central and western Illinois.

New British Sitcom added to WSEC-TV/PBS line-up

OCTOBER 30, 2007, SPRINGFIELD, IL - WSEC-TV, Springfield's PBS station, carries a number of British sitcoms including Red Green Show, My Hero and Last of the Summer Wine . . . the world's longest running sitcom. With the latest addition, May to December, British sitcoms can now be seen Monday through Thursday at 11pm on WSEC-TV/PBS as well as 8-10pm on Saturdays.

May to December is a gentle situation comedy concerning a relationship that crosses the generation gap. It tells the story of Alec Callender, a widowed solicitor in his 50s and Zoe Angell, a teacher some 27 years his junior.

Alec has a typically suburban legal practice, but privately he wishes he were more like his hero, Perry Mason. One day, into his life walks an angel, Zoe Angell, who has come to consult him about a divorce. On the face of it, an aging widower and a 27-year-old physical education teacher should have nothing in common. But a mutual love of old musicals and a whimsical sense of humor spark a romance which surprises not just Alec and Zoe, but also the entire office staff, his two grown-up children and the rest of their families and friends.

Alec and Zoe fall deeply in love, despite seemingly endless pitfalls. Can Perry offer Alec any advice on how to handle an independent career woman of the '90s? If not, there is plenty of conflicting advice from everyone else. May to December is a charming character driven series that also happens to be very funny as well.

May to December can be seen on Saturdays at 9:30pm and Mondays at 11:30pm on WSEC-TV/PBS in Springfield.

WSEC-TV/PBS Program Illinois Stories Receives Emmy Award
First Emmy for Springfield's PBS station

OCTOBER 24, 2007, SPRINGFIELD, IL - At the Mid-America Chapter's annual Emmy Awards, held Saturday night in St. Louis, Illinois Stories received the award in the Interview/Discussion category.

The award is the first Emmy for the WSEC-TV/PBS Springfield, whose first nomination came last year, with Making Conversation.

The program, produced and hosted by Mark McDonald, features the people, places and events in and around Springfield, and throughout central Illinois. The thirty-minute program, which started more than four years ago as a weekly series, today features three new programs each week, with each program focusing on a different region in the Network Knowledge viewing area. To date, almost 400 programs have been produced.

While the award marked a historic point in the history of the station, receiving the award was not a complete surprise to president and CEO, Dr. Jerold Gruebel. Said Gruebel, "I had watched Mark practice his craft as a broadcast journalist for many years, when the idea to do a unique program series with an even more unique style came about. But it would take a special person to do this, a professional who can be among the best in interviewing and a professional who can get it done in one 'take'."

McDonald first worked in television in 1983. He has worked as an anchor and reporter in Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri and Illinois giving him nearly 25 years experience in television and media relations. He started his career at WSEC in 2000, when he began hosting the station's Lawmaker's program. Based on his work on that program, he was asked to host Illinois Stories.

WSEC in Jacksonville & Springfield, WQEC in Quincy and WMEC in Macomb are all part of Network Knowledge, which provides quality public television and educational services through a network of volunteers, universities, hospitals and business partners in communities throughout central and western Illinois.

Contact:

Dr. Jerold Gruebel
President & CEO
Network Knowledge
WSEC-TV/PBS Springfield
217-483-7887, x222; 800-232-3605

WQEC-TV/PBS brings Fun Time Station to Quincy

OCTOBER 22, 2007 QUINCY, IL - WQEC-TV, Quincy's PBS station, presents its third annual Fun Time Station this Saturday, November 3, 2007 at the Oakley Lindsay Center, from 10:00am to 3:00pm. The event provides hands-on activities for children and their families, and is based on PBS' children's educational programming such as Arthur, Sesame Street, It's a Big Big World, Clifford and Bob the Builder.

The theme of the event "All Aboard the Alphabet", includes 26 booths with various activities. All booths and activities will iincorporate the theme along with various learning and skiills related to children's educational programming.

In addition to the booths and activities, there will be entertainment throughout the day and visits by PBS characters Curious George and Clifford the Big Red Dog. A concession stand will be available along with the WQEC store for purchasing PBS program items.

Tickets are $3 in advance, $4 at the door and are available at County Market Stores, the Civic Center Office or by calling 800-232-3605. Ages 2 and under are free. Proceeds benefit children's programming and outreach activities for WQEC-TV.

WQEC-TV/PBS Fun Time Station is sponsored by Adecco, First Banker's Trust Company and Quincy University. For more information call 800/232-3605, ext. 223.

WQEC is part of Network Knowledge which provides quality public television through television stations WMEC in Macomb, WSEC in Jacksonville and Springfield and WQEC in Quincy, while providing educational outreach through a network of volunteers, schools, hospitals and corporate partners in communities throughout central and western Illinois.

Contact:

Margy Smith
Coordinator of Special Events
WQEC-TV/PBS Quincy
800/232-3605, ext. 223
http://www.pbs.org

Illinois Singer/Songwriters featured on WSEC-TV/PBS Springfield

OCTOBER 2, 2007, SPRINGFIELD, IL - WSEC-TV/PBS, Springfield's PBS station, will offer viewers a four part series that features Illinois singer/songwriters performing their own music. The programs were taped at the Hoogland Center for the Arts in Springfield as part of the InLife series.

Performers include Ben Bedford of Springfield, Mark Mathewson of Athens, Wil Maring and Robert Bowlin of Cobden and Chris Vallillo of Macomb.

In addition to performing their work, which often focuses on life and history here in the Midwest, the performers also talk about the inspiration for their music and share stories behind the songs that can best be described as American roots music.

The InLife series airs during the month of October on Fridays at 8pm and Sundays at 5:30pm and 10pm in the following order:

October 5 & 7 - Ben Bedford
October 12 & 14 - Mark Mathewson & Friends
October 19 & 21 - Wil Maring & Robert Bowlin
October 26 & 28 - Chris Vallillo

Jacksonville Buildings Featured on WSEC-TV/PBS Program
Building Stories

SEPTEMBER 26, 2007, SPRINGFIELD, IL - Host and architect Dave Leonatti, and architectural enthusiast Anthony Rubano, walk the streets of Jacksonville exploring some of the unique buildings in the downtown area in this Friday's episode of Building Stories.

Featured in this episode are the buildings that currently house the Three-Legged Dog Cafe, Bill Wade Photography, the Morgan County Courthouse and the public library.

While the program has been taped in Springfield the last three years, according to producer Scott Troehler, "We really felt that Jacksonville has its share of unique buildings with stories to tell".

Building Stories is based on Downtown Springfield Inc.'s Pied Piper Architectural Walking Tour. The events, which explore historic buildings in downtown Springfield from street-level held monthly in Springfield, are hosted by Rubano, who works for the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency.

The program airs on WSEC-TV/PBS Friday, September 28 at 8pm, and again on Sunday, September 30 at noon and 5:30pm.

Ken Burns brings The War to WMEC-TV/PBS Macomb

SEPTEMBER 18, 2007, MACOMB, IL - THE WAR, a new seven-part documentary series directed and produced by Ken Burns and Lynn Novick, explores the history and horror of the Second World War from an American perspective by following the fortunes of co-called ordinary men and women who become caught up in one of the greatest cataclysms in human history.

Six years in the making, this epic 14-hour film focuses on the stories of citizens from four geographically distributed American towns - Waterbury, Connecticut; Mobile, Alabama; Sacramento, California; and the tiny farming town of Luverne, Minnesota.

Individuals from each community take the viewer through their own personal and quite often harrowing journeys into war, painting vivid portraits of how the war dramatically altered their lives and those of their neighbors, as well as the country they helped to save for generations to come.

Episodes five and seven will feature interviews with local World War II veterans telling their stories and experiences.

THE WAR will air over two weeks beginning September 23rd - 26th and September 30th - October 2nd at 7pm on WMEC-TV/PBS Macomb. In addition to the national broadcast on PBS, THE WAR will air simultaneously on PBS High Definition Channel with surround sound.

In addition to Keith David's narration, THE WAR features first-person voices read by some of America's greatest actors. Tom Hanks reads the voice of Al McIntosh, the editor of the Rock County Star-Herald in Luverne, Minnesota, whose weekly columns poignantly tried to explain the unexplainable to his neighbors. Other voices include Josh Lucas, Bobby Cannavale, Samuel L. Jackson, Eli Wallach, Robert Wahlberg, Carolyn McCormack, Adam Arkin and Kevin Conway.

WQEC-TV/Channel 27 Operating at Reduced Power

SEPTEMBER 18, 2007, QUINCY, IL - WQEC-TV/PBS Quincy has had a major failure in its analog transmitter - Channel 27. The station is operating at a reduced power level equaling 30% of its normal output. Replacement parts, which must be custom manufactured, have been ordered and are being expedited. Delivery is expected near the end of September.

In the meantime, the station's programming continues to be carried (full power) over-the-air on digital channel 27-1. WQEC regrets the inconvenience this situation presents to its over-the-air viewers.

Program service delivery remains unaffected for WQEC on Insight Cable channel 8 in Quincy and to those viewers receiving local programming through Dish Network subscriptions.

WSEC-TV Presents Special Preview Screening of Ken Burns' "THE WAR"

Free Public Event Comes to WSEC-TV Studio on Tues. Sept. 18th

SEPTEMBER 4, 2007, SPRINGFIELD, IL - WSEC-TV, Springfield's PBS station presents a special screening of THE WAR, the seven-part documentary series directed and produced by Ken Burns that explores the history and horror of the Second World War from an American perspective. The free, open-to-the-public event featuring a preview of the documentary takes place on Tuesday, September 18th from 3-9pm.

"WSEC-TV/PBS is very proud to partner with Florentine Films on this special screening of this eagerly-awaited television event," said CEO, Dr. Jerold Gruebel. "Once again, WSEC-TV/PBS shows how our grassroots investment in the community reaches the people of Springfield and the surrounding area."

Attendees will have the opportunity to talk with some of the community's World War II veterans, watch a preview of the documentary which will be shown at 4, 5:30 and 7:30pm and tour the WSEC-TV facility. Admission to the event is free, but space is limited so make reservations today by calling 800-232-3605 to RSVP by September 14th.

In addition, WSEC-TV/PBS is collecting stories from our community about the war and looking for World War II veterans or those who were civilians here on the home front to share their stories. Stories can be shared by calling 800-232-3605 or online at http://www.networkknowledge.tv/thewar/. Viewers can also go to the website to read stories of other World War II veterans and find more information on the television series.

The seven-part documentary series will air September 23rd - 26th and Sept. 30th - Oct. 2nd at 7pm on WSEC-TV/PBS.

WQEC-TV Presents Special Preview Screening of Ken Burns' "THE WAR"

Free Public Event Comes to Quincy Veterans' Home on Wed. Sept. 12th at 6pm

SEPTEMBER 4, 2007, QUINCY, IL - WQEC-TV, Quincy's PBS station presents a special screening of THE WAR, the seven-part documentary series directed and produced by Ken Burns that explores the history and horror of the Second World War from an American perspective. The free, open-to-the-public event featuring a preview of the documentary takes place on wednesday, September 12th at 6pm in Lippincott Hall at the Veterans' Home.

"WQEC-TV/PBS is very proud to partner with Florentine Films on this special screening of this eagerly-awaited television event," said CEO, Dr. Jerold Gruebel. "Once again, WQEC-TV/PBS shows how our grassroots investment in the community reaches the people of Quincy and the surrounding area."

Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from Director of Veterans' Affairs, Tammy Duckworth and talk with some of the community's World War II veterans. Admission to the event is free, but space is limited so make reservations today by calling 800-232-3605 to RSVP by September 10th.

In addition, WQEC-TV/PBS is collecting stories from our community about the war and looking for World War II veterans or those who were civilians here on the home front to share their stories. Stories can be shared by calling 800-232-3605 or online at http://www.networkknowledge.tv/thewar/. Viewers can also go to the website to read stories of other World War II veterans and find more information on the television series.

The seven-part documentary series will air September 23rd - 26th and Sept. 30th - Oct. 2nd at 7pm on WSEC-TV/PBS.