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BTPM Celebrates Black History Month

 To observe Black History Month, and as part of its commitment to celebrate the diversity of America all year long, Buffalo Toronto Public Media offers documentaries, specials, stories, features, and resources that explore the richness and complexity of the African American experience through on-air content on WNED PBS, WNED Classical, WBFO, WBFO The Bridge, and online. Black history is American history, it honors our past, present, and future. 

Thursday, March 13 at 6pm

Free Screening of " 100 Years from Mississippi"

Join us for a free screening of "100 Years from Mississippi". After the screening, there will be a panel discussion with Tarabu Betserai Kirkland (Filmmaker and son of Mamie Lang Kirkland), Dr. Janice Y. Ferguson and Aitina Fareed-Cooke. Reserve your seat for this special screening today!

Popcorn and refreshments will be provided.

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Coming Up This Week

SUNDAY

Miss ScarletDangerous Liaisons | Preview

Eliza faces a conflict of interests when she's hired to look into Police Commissioner Fitzroy. Watch Sunday, February 16 at 8pm.

All Creatures Great and SmallGlass Half Full | Preview

James has a bout of brucellosis, bringing long buried emotions to the surface. Watch Sunday, February 16 at 9pm.

Funny Woman Season 2Episode 3 | Preview

A trip to the pub proves cathartic and fruitful. An arrest provides an chance for growth. Watch Sunday, February 16 at 10pm.

MONDAY

Antiques Roadshow Living History Farms, Hour 1 | Preview

Visit Living History Farms for treasures including a 1977 Kenner Darth Vader figure, a Tippco toy motorcycle with a sidecar, and a Ty Cobb professional model bat, ca. 1925. Can you guess the top $75,000 to $125,000 treasure? Watch Monday, February 17 at 8pm.

100 Years From Mississippi | Preview

This documentary profiles the life of Mamie Lang Kirkland, who left Mississippi at seven years old to escape racial violence and would not return to the state until a century later. In this documentary, Mamie tells the story of her journey four years later, at 111 years old. Watch Monday, February 17 at 9pm.

Austin City Limits Season 50Willie Nelson & Family | Preview

Willie Nelson returns to the Austin City Limits stage alongside family and friends, for a Texas-sized concert to celebrate the 50th anniversary of his pilot taping. Watch Monday, February 17 at 10pm.

TUESDAY

Finding Your Roots Season 11The Ties That Bind | Preview

Henry Louis Gates, Jr. meets actors Kristen Bell & Dax Shepard - a married couple who whose ancestors had some remarkable similarities. Telling stories of soldiers, settlers & criminals, Gates compels the pair to reimagine their family trees. Watch Tuesday, February 18 at 8pm.

Great Migrations: A People on The MoveComing to America | Preview

Hear the story of African and Caribbean immigrants in the United States and examine their profound impact on American culture and what it means to be Black in America. Watch Tuesday, February 18 at 9pm.

FRONTLINEMaui's Deadly Firestorm | Preview

The deadliest American wildfire in a century, and the missed warnings that made it so unstoppable. Watch Tuesday, February 18 at 10pm.

WEDNESDAY

NatureSilverback | Preview

In Congo, filmmaker Vianet Djenguet comes face to face with the forest’s largest gorilla. Watch Wednesday, February 19 at 8pm.

NOVAPompeii's Secret Underworld | Preview

New archaeological finds in Pompeii are revealing that the city, hailed as a sophisticated jewel of the Roman Empire, hid a very dark side. As the evidence unfolds, a much more complex picture of the fated city comes into view. Watch Wednesday, February 19 at 9pm.

Secrets of the DeadPlunderer: The Life and Times of a Nazi Art Thief, Part One | Preview

Historian Jonathan Petropoulos investigates the life of former Nazi art dealer Bruno Lohse. Watch Wednesday, February 19 at 10pm.

THURSDAY

Brokenwood Mysteries Season 4As If Nothing Had Happened | Preview

With the assistance of Detective Kristin Sims, Detective Inspector Mike Shepherd investigates a wide range of murder mysteries in Brokenwood, a small town in the countryside of New Zealand. Watch Thursday, February 20 at 8pm.

DCI BanksA Piece of My Heart | Preview

The body of journalist Matt Barber, found in a chalet deep within the hills of a remote village, connects Banks to the death of John Gaunt, played by actor Andre Gwilliam, a guitaarist for a band known as "The Crystal Kiss", who fied during the 1980s. His band-mate, and best friend, Martin Hareford, was sent to prison on the grounds of manslaughter, serving five years for Gaunt's death. Banks finds himself not only investigating Matt Barber's death, but re-opening the Gaunt case in order to identify a potential cover-u which is threatening to hide the truth behind Barber's death. Watch Thursday, February 20 at 9:27pm.

FRIDAY

Season 6Bare Feet with Mickela Mallozzi | Preview

Join Emmy Award-winning host and professional dancer Mickela Mallozzi as she travels the world within the five boroughs of New York City. In season six, Mickela continues to share connections with New Yorkers through the universal languages of dance and music in the city’s cultural neighborhoods and diverse communities. Watch back-to-back episodes Friday, February 21 beginning at 8pm

American MastersThe Disappearance of Miss Scott | Preview

Learn about jazz artist Hazel Scott, the first Black American to have their own TV show. Watch Friday, February 21 at 9pm.

Connie: The Powers and Possibilities of Community Engagement | Preview

A documentary about the remarkable life and work of Buffalo-based activist Lee Constance Bowles Eve. Watch Friday, February 21 at 10:30pm.

SATURDAY

Queens of Mystery Season 1Murder in the Dark, Part Two | Preview

English Detective Sgt. Matilda Stone probes mysteries assisted by her three crime-writing aunts Beth, Cat and Jane Stone. Watch Saturday, February 22 at 8pm.

Up The Women Season 2The Train | Preview

On their way to London, the BICCPRWS have a surprise encounter with a very important person. Watch Saturday, February 22 at 9pm.

The Good Karma Hospital Season 2Episode 5 | Preview

Following a devastating heartbreak, disillusioned junior doctor Ruby Walker leaves her home in the UK for South India after seeing an advertisement for a hospital job. Watch Saturday, February 22 at 9:30pm.

The Paris Murders Season 2Russian Doll | Preview

While Adele struggles to integrate in the DPJ, a murdered prostitute is found in the apartment of an old man who kidnapped his own granddaughter. Watch Saturday, February 22 at 10:30pm.

WNED PBS KIDS CHANNEL

PBS KIDS Channel Family Night | On the WNED PBS KIDS Channel

Enjoy family viewing events featuring movie specials of themed programming Saturday and Sunday nights on the WNED PBS KIDS channel. Watch, play and learn with your favorite PBS KIDS characters every Saturday and Sunday from 7pm to 9pm. You can watch the WNED PBS KIDS channel on your computer, tablet, phone and of course, on television.