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Annual December WKAR-TV Membership Campaign November 30-December 10 on WKAR-TV Become a Member of WKAR-TV This Month! Once again WKAR-TV kicks off its annual on-air, end-of-the-year membership campaign. If you're pledge is up for renewal at this time, give us a call or go to WKAR.org to make sure your membership is active! And don't forget, all gifts of $120 or more will receive as a thank you the WKAR MemberCard, which entitles you to special two-for-one dining discounts at restaurants throughout the viewing area, along with several other unique saving opportunities. Once again, WKAR features many of its specials on 'KAR2 as well, so if you have Comcast Cable Services in the Greater Lansing area, you may have several viewing time options. For the most complete and up-to-date schedule, visit TV/DT Schedules at WKAR.org. The Schedule New programs are highlighted briefly below, with a listing of encore and 'KAR2 programs following. New Programs Great Performances: A Tribute to James Taylor Thursday, November 30, at 8 p.m.; Friday, December 8, at 9:30 p.m. He's delighted audiences for decades, including those who have seen him during his mid-Michigan appearances. Now singer/songwriter James Taylor is honored by his colleagues in a gala concert featuring Carole King, Bruce Springsteen, Taj Mahal, Dr. John, Jimmy Buffett, the Dixie Chicks, Alison Krauss, Bonnie Raitt, Jamie Foxx, Bill Clinton and more! P. Allen Smith's Garden Holidays for the Home Saturday, December 2, at 1 p.m. One of public television's favorite gardening experts, P. Allen Smith, believes that inside or outside, you can have a "garden home." Allen offers tips on decorating for the holidays in this half-hour program, airing in The Victory Garden time period. Dr. Nicholas Perricone's 7 Secrets to Beauty, Health and Longevity Saturday, December 2, at 2 p.m.; Tuesday, December 5, at 8 p.m.; Also on 'KAR2 Dr. Nicholas Perricone, M.D., presents the culmination of an entire lifetime of work and research into why and how we age. The 7 Secrets to Beauty, Health and Longevity explores multiple disciplines that together provide up-to-the minute strategies to delay the onset of aging and its physical and mental effects. Celtic Woman: A New Journey Saturday, December 2, at 9 p.m.; Also on 'KAR2 The five young Irish women who wowed audiences in Celtic Woman last year return with a new program and another young singer in the cast: New Zealand-born international recording star Hayley Westenra, whose forebears hailed from County Monaghan, Ireland. Celtic Woman — A New Story was recorded at historic Slane Castle, which is steeped in Irish history. A blend of classics, contemporary hits and original material, the individual and collective performances in the concert take full advantage of the castle setting in County Meath. The Snow Queen Sunday, December 3, at 9 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. The Snow Queen , a stunning version of the Hans Christian Andersen classic, is for children and adults alike. The powerful presentation combines live-action with animation, with dialogue interwoven seamlessly with songs and music. This adaptation stars Juliet Stevenson and Kenneth Welsh and features the voice of Patrick Stewart. Performances are set against animated backgrounds, with songs and music performed by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. The roles of Gerda and Kay are played by Sydney White and Pax Baldwin. In The Snow Queen , Kay, a young homeless boy is befriended by young Gerda, and taken in by her mother. They become best friends. Then a fragment of ice pierces Kay's eye; he becomes angry and unhappy. Suddenly, the Snow Queen — magnificent in white fur and jewels — arrives. Kay hooks his sled to her chariot and is swept away to her ice palace. Gerda, sets out to find him. Will she be able to defeat the Snow Queen and bring him home? America in Concert Sunday, December 3, at 1:30 p.m.; Thursday, December 7, at 10 p.m.; Also on 'KAR2 Thirty years after they hit the top of the charts with "A Horse With No Name" and became serial hit-makers throughout the 1970s, Dewey Bunnell and Gerry Beckley — America — are back on the road in concert. Their appearance in Australia is captured in America In Concert: Live at the Sydney Opera House . Songs included in the concert include "Ventura Highway," Don't Cross the River, "Sister Golden Hair, "Do You Believe in Magic?" and "You Can Do Magic." The Pet Doctor with Marty Becker Sunday, December 3, at 5 p.m. Animals are great companions that bring tremendous rewards to those who provide for their health and happiness. In The Pet Doctor with Marty Becker , Dr. Marty Becker offers the latest information on building a greater bond with pets and keeping them in the best possible health. The special focuses on disease prevention as Dr. Becker demonstrates how to check a pet for obesity and offers tips for diagnosing illnesses in the early stages. Easy-to-follow methods for such tasks as brushing a cat or dog's teeth and administering pills are provided, along with ways to protect pets from common parasites such as heartworm, fleas and ticks. The program reveals basic communication techniques, health advantages for pet owners, and nutritional information. Dr. Becker also provides the latest information about pet insurance and wellness plans that encourages the pet owner to be pro-active in taking care of a pet's health. Nature: Chimpanzees: An Unnatural History Sunday, December 3, at 8 p.m. We enlisted them in the space race and the fight against AIDS; we trained them to entertain us in the circus. With almost 99 percent of the same DNA as humans, chimpanzees are genetically closer to us than they are to gorillas. But their treatment in America over the last half-century has been surprisingly unkind for our next of kin in the animal world. The remarkable efforts by individuals and organizations to give them a second chance at a life of freedom, are told in Chimpanzees: An Unnatural History. In 1959, the United States Air Force captured dozens of baby chimpanzees in Africa, transporting them to New Mexico, where they were to endure a grueling life as the ultimate human stand-ins. Now, viewers meet several dedicated people who are running organizations to help save the chimps and make their lives better. Return to Balance: A Climber's Journey Monday, December 4, at 10:30 p.m. The dazzling majesty of Yosemite National Park forms a backdrop for the artistry of renowned climber Ron Kauk, whose fingertip hold on climbing's vertical world creates a unique and compelling visual experience. Return to Balance: A Climber's Journey combines the rare talents of Kauk, Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Sterling Johnson and the musically gifted Jeff Ball to create a view of Yosemite National Park never seen before. The two-year filming odyssey through the park captures its many moods and sharp contrasts as seasonal changes dramatically alter its landscape. These breathtaking views, combined with Kauk's climbing skills, emotional connection to nature and the granite faces he scales, provide a rich viewing experience. My Music: Country Pop Legends Wednesday, December 6, at 8 p.m.; Also on 'KAR2 Country pop legends unite to perform their biggest and most-loved hit recordings from the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s in an all-new entry in the My Music series of specials. My Music: Country Pop Legends is hosted by Roy Clark, who takes an emotional trip down three decades of memory lane. New performances from Glenn Campbell, Crystal Gayle, Hank Locklin, Bill Anderson, BJ Thomas, the Bellamy Brothers, the Browns and more are intermixed with classic full-length vintage archival gems from the vaults. Country Pop Legends also features Patti Page, Hank Locklin, The Browns, Billy Swan, The Bellamy Brothers, and tributes to Gene Autry, Johnny Cash and Buck Owens, Eddy Arnold, and Tammy Wynette. Johnny Mathis: Wonderful, Wonderful Wednesday, December 6, at 10 p.m. Johnny Mathis - Wonderful, Wonderful! includes Mathis' most memorable hits as well as vintage television clips from the 1950s through the 90s with such "guest stars" as Andy Williams, Johnny Carson, Deniece Williams and Nancy Reagan. Among the many Johnny Mathis hits to be presented in the special are "Wonderful, Wonderful," "It's Not for Me to Say," "Chances Are," "A Certain Smile," "The Twelfth of Never" and "Misty." Trans-Siberian Orchestra: Ghosts of Christmas Eve Friday, December 8, at 8 p.m. Trans-Siberian Orchestra: Ghosts of Christmas Eve , narrated by the late Ossie Davis, is a fantasy trip through the magic of Christmas. A runaway girl decides to return to her family after she enters a rundown theatre for shelter and encounters an old caretaker (Davis), who guides her on her journey. The caretaker brings the theater to life through various musical performances by singers Jewel, Michael Crawford, and the Tran-Siberian Orchestra. "Christmas has always evoked the most powerful emotions and passions in people," says group founder Paul O'Neill. "It's those emotions that draw people together, and it's this sort of music that serves as a conduit for the magic and spirit of the holidays." The Complete Pepin: Techniques and Recipes Saturday, December 9, at 9:30 a.m. One of public television's favorite chefs is Jacques Pepin. Engaging and entertaining - and with surefire recipes, Pepin shares some of the techniques he uses when cooking, along with the recipes he's made famous! ENCORE! The following programs have appeared recently on WKAR. Schedule information for all WKAR, 'KAR2, WKAR-DT and overnight broadcasts are available when you click. Dr. Wayne Dyer: Inspiration - Your Highest Calling America's Home Cooking: Quick and Easy Animusic II Andre Rieu: Homecoming Daniel O'Donnell: Branson Encore The Legendary Victor Borge Kid Concoctions II My Generation: The '60s Experience Chris Botti Live American Soundtrack: Doo Wop's Best on PBS Rick Steves' European Christmas American Soundtrack: This Land Is Your Land Great Performances: South Pacific in Concert from Carnegie Hall Celtic Woman: A New Journey America In Concert American Soundtrack: This Land Is Your Land Your Body's Framework with Dr. Nicholas DiNubile |
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