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SOUTHERN AUTHORS & ARTISTS - DOCUMENTARIES THAT EXPLORE CREATIVE LEGACY
EUDORA
Regional Focus
Wednesday 8:30pm
The life and work of renowned short story writer Eudora Welty is explored through intimate and charming interviews, both with Eudora herself and with family and friends. Seen through the backdrop of Jackson, Mississippi, Eudora is a revealing portrait of adventure, daring, humor, and love as we get to know a writer we only thought we knew.
Once called the “Patron Saint of Writers,” the film attempts to present the real Eudora Welty drawing heavily from the literary and photographic collection in the Mississippi Department of Archives and History, the film archives of Mississippi Public Broadcasting, and the Eudora Welty LLC materials.
“We’ve experienced a side of her not many people did. We’ve gotten to know that she was once this young person enjoying life and soaking it in, and that she happened to take beautiful photographs and write wonderful stories that still resonate,” said producer Anthony Thaxton.
DOCUMENTARIES WORTH WATCHING AGAIN
AMERICAN CREOLE: NEW ORLEANS REUNION
Louisiana Special Focus
Thursday 8:30pm
From 2006, this documentary from filmmakers Glen Pitre and Michelle Benoit follows jazz musician Don Vappie in the months after the devastation of Hurricane Katrina. Vappie finds his sidemen scattered, his flooded-out mom sleeping on his couch, and his 8-year-old grandson clamoring to join the band. But in the wake of the nation's biggest natural disaster, where the landscape that gave birth to jazz has been destroyed and Don's culture and community have been blown to the winds, what's left to call home?
EXPLORE THE LIFE OF THE ELUSIVE SOUTHERN ARTIST
WALTER ANDERSON: THE EXTRAORDINARY LIFE AND ART OF THE ISLANDER
Regional Focus
Saturday 12:30pm
This film explores the fascinating life and unique art of Mississippi Gulf Coast watercolorist Walter Inglis Anderson (1903-1965). This intimate and revealing film is an invitation to understand more about the tumultuous and often misunderstood life of a man who faced rejection, fame, struggles with mental health, and estrangement from family. Learn more about the Louisiana-born artist who held fast to a singular vision to create art on his own terms, no matter what.
NEW CONCERTS THAT EXPLORE THE DECADES
THE COMMODORES LIVE
Tuesday 7:00pm
Join one of the greatest Motown and R&B/Funk vocal groups of all time in this concert from 2024. Enjoy hits like Nightshift, Lady (You Bring Me Up), Sail On, Easy, Too Hot Ta Trot, Three Times a Lady, and of course, Brick House.
CELEBRATING THE QUEEN OF SOUL
ARETHA! WITH SHELEA & THE PACIFIC SYMPHONY
Tuesday 8:30pm
Celebrate the music of Aretha Franklin with this fun concert featuring vocal powerhouse Sheléa. The Grammy nominee performs the Queen of Soul's greatest hits including Respect, Chain of Fools, and Natural Woman.
"THE BOSS" BEFORE SUPERSTARDOM
BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN & THE E STREET BAND: NO NUKES
Saturday 8:30pm
This blast from the past is history captured in the making! Witness the legendary band on the cusp of superstardom in the "No Nukes" concerts of 1979, with recovered and restored footage of their epic performance. Features live favorites such as Badlands, The Promised Land, Thunder Road, and Born to Run, plus much more. A must for fans of "The Boss!"
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GREAT PERFORMANCES: ANDREA BOCELLI 30TH
Monday 7:00pm
JOE BONAMASSA & ORCHESTRA: LIVE AT THE HOLLYWOOD BOWL
Monday 9:00pm
NEIL DIAMOND: HOT AUGUST NIGHT/NYC
Wednesday 7:00pm
CAROLE KIND & JAMES TAYLOR: LIVE AT THE TROUBADOUR
Wednesday 10:00pm
TONY BENNETT: VIVA DUETS
Friday 8:00pm
60s AND 70s SOUL CELEBRATION
Friday 9:00pm
50 YEARS WITH PETER, PAUL & MARY
Saturday 2:00pm
THIS WEEK: THE LOUISIANA LIST OF HISTORIC PLACES & A NEW DOCUMENTARY ON THE HUMAN JUKEBOX
LOUISIANA: THE STATE WE'RE IN
LPB SPECIAL FOCUS
Friday 7:00pm
Louisiana has more than 50,000 listings on the National Register of Historic Places, with an average of 25 new sites joining the list annually. The program serves as the gateway to tax incentives and historic preservation grants that help save buildings and structures from being lost to history. LPB’s Karen LeBlanc will show us some of the latest listings joining Louisiana’s architectural and cultural narrative.
The rhythm and rigor of Southern University's Human Jukebox is being recognized on the national stage. A group of filmmakers from Southern recently won an Emmy for their documentary "The Hidden Sport," focusing on the band's athleticism, discipline, and cultural impact. LPB's Dorothea Wilson will sit down with some of the filmmakers.
GETTING LOUISIANA READY FOR HURRICANE SEASON
PREPARING FOR HURRICANE SEASON
Tuesday 1:00pm
Watch on LPB, lpb.org/livetv, and LPB YouTube
Governor Jeff Landry will hold a hurricane preparedness news conference on Tuesday, June 3 at 1:00pm and LPB will bring you that live. Joining Governor Landry will be the Louisiana National Guard and the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (GOHSEP).
Along with vital press conferences such as this, LPB provides you with a comprehensive resource page full of information and tools that will help you and your family stay safe and prepared in the face of emergencies. Check out the new and improved Emergency Information page!
PREPARE YOUR HOME FOR HURRICANE SEASON AND SUPPORT LPB
Enter the Friends of LPB's Power On Raffle and help support the work of LPB at the same time.
With each entry, you have a chance to become the owner of a 24kW Generac whole house generator from Optimize Generator People, including installation and transfer switch. Tickets are $20. The deadline to enter is Wednesday, Oct. 1. For more details, visit www.lpb.org/raffle.
WHAT TO WATCH AND WHEN: THIS WEEK ON LPB
The stories of James Herriot continue to strike a cord with LPB viewers! As a matter of fact, this inspiring and warm series was the third most popular streaming series with LPB viewers last week. With plenty of heart, a picturesque setting, and a cast that utterly charms, grab a blanket and a cup of tea and cozy-up with this Sunday binge-watch opportunity. Pro Tip: The cast and team are working on season 6 now!
ALL CREATURES GREAT & SMALL | SEASON 5 MARATHON | SUNDAY 1:00 - 10:00 PM
Binge all seasons and all episodes of this and many other shows anytime with LPB PASSPORT - an extended member streaming benefit.
MONDAY
7pm - GREAT PERFORMANCES Andrea Bocelli 30th - The Celebration From Tuscany, the Italian tenor performs timeless songs for the hometown crowd!
9pm - Joe Bonamassa & Orchestra: Live at the Hollywood Bowl From 2023, this concert finds the legendary blues guitarist performing with a stellar 40-piece orchestra.
TUESDAY
7pm - The Commodores Live NEW This is an "easy" decision to make! Don't put yourself in a "funky situation" and miss out on this stellar concert from the legendary band. They've "still" got it, so don't "sail on" past this one! Sorry. Couldn't help myself!
8pm - Aretha! with Shelea and the Pacific Symphony NEW A celebration of the music of the Queen of Soul featuring vocal powerhouse Shelea.
10pm - Rick Steves Experiencing Europe The veteran traveler shares his lessons from a lifetime of exploring Europe.
WEDNESDAY
7pm - Neil Diamond: Hot August Night /NYC This is a compilation of Neil's biggest hits performed across his four sell-out shows at Madison Square Garden during his 2008 tour.
8:30pm - Eudora REGIONAL SPECIAL FOCUS Exploring the life and work of renowned Southern short story writer Eudora Welty.
10pm- Carole King & James Taylor Live at the Troubadour A concert from 2007 that celebrates the 50th anniversary of the celebrated music venue from one of the duos that put it on the map.
THURSDAY
7pm - Doc Martin The final episode of this much beloved series.
8:30pm - American Creole: New Orleans Reunion LOUISIANA SPECIAL FOCUS In the months following Hurricane Katrina, what is left to call home when everything has been blown away.
10pm - Cozy Mysteries of Masterpiece Mystery! Murder mysteries that are predictable and downright reassuring! Explore the genre that PBS is famous for - the cozy mystery!
FRIDAY
7pm - Louisiana: The State We're In LPB SPECIAL FOCUS
7:30pm - Washington Week Roundtable discussion about the week's major news.
8pm - Tony Bennett: Viva Duets Duets with a celebrated roster of performers including Marc Anthony, Gloria Estefan, Franco De Vita, and Vicente Fernandez.
9pm -60s and 70s Soul Celebration Legends from the time period perform their biggest hits including The Temptations, James Brown, Patti LaBelle, The Chi-Lites, The Spinners, Sam Moore and others.
SATURDAY
6:30pm - American Creole: New Orleans Reunion LOUISIANA SPECIAL FOCUS In the months following Hurricane Katrina, what is left to call home when everything has been blown away.
8pm - Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band - No Nukes NEW The Boss and the band captured on film right before they reached superstar status! Features greats like "Badlands," "The Promised Land," "Thunder Road," and "Born to Run."
10pm - Joe Bonamassa & Orchestra: Live at the Hollywood Bowl From 2023, this concert finds the legendary blues guitarist performing with a stellar 40-piece orchestra.
SUNDAY
ALL CREATURES GREAT & SMALL - SEASON 5 MARATHON
Sunday 1:00 - 10:00pm
The gang's all back!
James and Tristan both return to Darrowby but what circumstances bring them home and how they adjust remains to be seen. That's just part of the drama in Season 5 of this beloved series. There are plenty of animal hijinks, Mrs. Hall in uniform, and adorable baby Jim to consider as well.
UNLOCK YOUR CHILD'S KINDERGARTEN SUPER POWERS
LPB KINDERGARTEN KICKOFF WITH SUPER GROVER
Wednesday, June 18
10:00-11:30 AM
FREE - but space is limited. Please register your child ages 4-6!
Join the LPB Education team for an hour and a-half of fun, learning, and air conditioning!
Help your kids tap into their kindergarten superpowers with help from LPB and Super Grover from Sesame Street! Join us for a free event on Wednesday, June 18 at the LPB studios. We'll have a couple of fun hands-on activities and kids will get a chance to take pictures with Super Grover! We'll have resources for parents! Sign up at www.lpb.org/kinder
Designed for kids 4-6 years.
EDUCATION SPOTLIGHT: PBS KIDS SUMMER ACTIVITY BOOK
PBS KIDS SUMMER ACTIVITY BOOKLET
Free Printable
The summer is full of possibilities and so is your child! Spark your child’s curiosity and inspire everyday fun with the activities in this easy-to-carry-anywhere book! Play and learn all season long with activities, games, and crafts curated by the team at PBS KIDS.
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