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Did you miss it? Stream the premiere of the new @masterpiecePBS series: The Forsytes, FREE ON-DEMAND for two weeks (U.S. only). Binge all six episodes of the series now with member benefit, WPBS Passport (U.S. & Canada) #ForsytesPBS watch.wpbstv.org/show/the-forsy…

One woman exposes abuse within Amish communities and helps survivors find the strength to speak out. With rare access, “Keep Quiet & Forgive” from #IndependentLens follows Lizzy and other survivors as they fight to replace “forgive and forget” with healing and justice. Streaming now on the free PBS app (U.S. only) watch.wpbstv.org/show/independe…

Treasures abound in Midcoast Maine during ROADSHOW’s stop in Boothbay including cast-iron lobster andirons, ca. 1880, a 1965 Ray Lichtenstein Shipboard Girl offset lithograph, and a Japanese bronze lantern, ca. 1909. Which find is $60K? Raise a 5-figure cup to all-new @RoadshowPBS returning! "Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, Hour 3” premieres Monday, March 23 at 8 PM on WPBS! #AntiquesRoadshow

The Count of Monte Cristo on MASTERPIECE: The Letter | Watch Sunday, March 22 at 10 p.m. on WPBS Amid disaster at sea, first mate Edmond Dantès takes command of his late captain’s ship, navigating safely home to wed his beloved Mercedes. But a trio of unforeseen enemies derail his plans and future, sending him to prison on a false charge. #WPBS #PBS #TheCountofMonteCristo

The Forsytes on MASTERPIECE: Episode 1 | Watch Sunday, March 22 at 9 p.m. on WPBS Chance encounters between cousins Jo and Soames Forsyte, rival heirs to the family firm, throw their once steady lives into disarray. #WPBS #PBS #TheForsytes

Call the Midwife: Season 15, Episode 1 | Watch Sunday, March 22 at 8 p.m. on WPBS As a newly qualified midwife, Sister Catherine visits her first solo patient, who is experiencing persistent nausea. Meanwhile, Nurse Crane, Trixie, Rosalind, and Joyce participate in a women’s liberation meeting. #WPBS #PBS #CalltheMidwife

Spring is here! Have you started your garden? Here are some tips from Dani on how to make a garden like hers. -- For more content like this, follow WPBS on TikTok! Watch full episodes of The Home-Scale Forest Garden on WPBS Mondays at 7:30 pm & Stream Free on the PBS app!

The wait is over! 🎉 Our highly anticipated new Sunday night lineup begins tomorrow on WPBS! 📺 Tune in starting at 8 PM for the new season of Call the Midwife—as 1971 begins and a new era of change unfolds. 📺 At 9 PM, don’t miss the new @masterpiecepbs series The Forsytes: Scandalous. Extravagant. Romantic. 📺 Then at 10 PM, escape into the rip-roaring new drama The Count of Monte Cristo on Masterpiece. It’s a full night of unforgettable storytelling—you won’t want to miss it!

Today on #WorldPoetryDay, learn how Phillis Wheatley used poetry to challenge slavery and inspire freedom! (Grades: 9-12) bit.ly/4aQDSl4

Discover how the Rideau Canal transformed from a vital military and commercial route into a beloved recreational destination. Dive into the fascinating history of its construction—especially at the summit of the canal system in Newboro—in our new local series: Historic Tales of Ottawa and the Rideau Canal 📺 Watch Mondays at 7 PM, starting March 23 - Only on WPBS! #RideauCanal #OttawaHistory #LocalHistory

It’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood 💛 ❤️ Happy Birthday, Mister Rogers & Big Bird! Your kindness continues to brighten the world.

Spring is here! Let’s bud up with new lessons and grow together this season! Like this Dinosaur Train-inspired lesson exploring the life cycle of a plant 🌱 (Grades: PreK-K) bit.ly/4qWORj1

American Masters: LIZA—A Truly Terrific Absolutely True Story | Watch Friday, March 20 at 10 p.m. on WPBS Take an intimate look into the life of Liza Minnelli, best known for her Oscar-winning role in Cabaret. Following in the footsteps of her mother Judy Garland, Minnelli used her boundless raw talent to build her own legacy in showbiz. #WPBS #PBS #AmericanMasters #LizaMinnelli

Discovering Maggie Smith | Watch Friday, March 20 at 9 p.m. on WPBS Explore the remarkable on-screen career of Dame Maggie Smith, one of Britain's most prolific actresses. Smith was a prominent figure in British culture for six decades. Her extraordinary film career took off with her role in "Nowhere to Go." Two Academy Awards later, including Best Actress and Best Supporting Actress, Smith had reached the pinnacle of success. #WPBS #PBS #MaggieSmith

Don’t miss @KenBurns Presents: Henry David Thoreau! Join us for this powerful new documentary airing over two nights: 📺 Monday, March 30 at 9 PM & 10 PM 📺 Tuesday, March 31 at 9 PM ✨ Stream each episode for free for four weeks starting March 30 From executive producers Ken Burns and Don Henley, this three-part series explores the life and legacy of Henry David Thoreau—author, philosopher, and pioneer of environmentalism and nonviolent resistance. Best known for Walden and Civil Disobedience, Thoreau’s ideas feel more relevant than ever as we navigate our relationship with nature—and each other. #HenryDavidThoreau #KenBurns #Documentary #Environmentalism

If WPBS has ever informed you, helped your kids learn, or kept you safe during an emergency, you already know what local public media means to our region. Now, it’s time to tell Congress. Visit ProtectMyPublicMedia.org to make your voice heard now.

🍳 FREE virtual cooking class! Join Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street on March 26 to learn how to cook with spices + make flavorful dishes at home. 🕕 6–7:30 PM 💻 Online Register now: wpbstv.org/event/free-liv… #Cooking #FreeEvent #Foodie

As a movement to ban books reaches the front doors of libraries across the country, librarians find themselves on the frontlines. Come together for a screening + community-driven conversation of @IndependentLens’ The Librarians on Thursday, April 23. RSVP wpbstv.org/event/national…

American Masters: Bella! This Woman's Place is in the House | Watch Tuesday, March 17 at 9 p.m. on WPBS Follow the meteoric rise of firebrand politician and activist Bella Abzug. Considered one of the first feminists to be elected to Congress, her commitment to women’s rights and progressive causes upended the status quo in Washington. #WPBS #PBS #AmericanMasters #BellaAbzug

Help students understand the “Great Hunger” and how it reshaped Ireland, the Americas, and Canada’s path to nationhood. The activities and discussion prompts will help learners dig deeper into this pivotal moment in history and its lasting impact. (Grades: 6-8) bit.ly/3OGvgGf