March 30 - April 12, 2009

E-news Monday, March 30, 2009 Spring is here! And over the next two weeks tpt has a fresh selection of programming for you to enjoy. See a royal love story, witness the courage of soldiers and their families, get a modern take on Jane Austen, explore the world's oceans, and meet distinguished composer Philip Glass on an all-new American Masters. Program Highlights Princess Margaret: A Love Story Fifty years ago, a princess faced a heartbreaking decision: marry her true love or honor her duty above all else. Examine the truth behind "the Townsend affair." Monday, March 30, 8pm More History Programs »   back to top   Coming Home: Military Families Cope With Change Salutes the courage and strength of injured soldiers and their families. Wednesday, April 1, 7pm Watch a preview »   back to top   Restoring Hope One Car at a Time Learn about a car donation program that helps economically disadvantaged individuals and families, one car at a time. Co-produced with Free to Be, Inc. Sunday, April 5th, 7:00pm Sunday, April 12th, 11:00am More Arts Programs »   back to top   Lost in Austen Amanda Price is a contemporary London bank clerk who is transported back in time to her favorite novel, Pride and Prejudice. Four-part miniseries. Sundays, April 5-26, 9:30 pm More Arts Programs »   back to top   Jean Michel Cousteau: Ocean Adventures Jean-Michel Cousteau sets sail to explore the world's oceans in this three-part special. Sea Ghosts: Wednesday, April 8, 7pm Killer Whales, Parts 1 & 2: Wednesday, April 22, 8pm Sea Ghosts: Friday, April 10, 4pm More Science Programs »   back to top   American Masters: Glass: A Portrait of Philip in Twelve Parts An eventful year in the career and personal life of distinguished composer Philip Glass. Wednesday, April 8, 8pm Sunday, April 12, 4pm More Arts Programs »   back to top   We Shall Remain Throughout April and May, tpt will bring you a stunning new American Experience mini-series: We Shall Remain, a groundbreaking program which delves into the fascinating history of Native Americans and their integral place in our national identity. Watch a preview » Starting Monday, April 13, 8pm More History Programs »   back to top   Test our new website! The MN Video Vault is a new, web-based, on-demand video service that contains hundreds of hours of tpt shows, from documentaries to performances. Under development for several years, MN Video Vault is now ready for testing, and we need your help! Log on at www.mnvideovault.org and send us your comments and suggestions by clicking on the CONTACT US link at the bottom of each page. For Kids and Parents USB Jump Drive Bracelet Give Away Parents: Have your kids log on to PBS KIDS GO! and check out the new Broadband player, then complete a quick survey for a chance to win a PBS KIDS GO! USB jump drive bracelet. Enter Now! Visit PBS KIDS GO! »   back to top   Celebrate Earth Day with Cyberchase as Math Meets Meteorology! What if kids could get involved with predicting their own snow days, or hit-the-beach days? On Monday, April 20th Cyberchase will begin its new Weather Watchers initiative which includes five math and weather-themed episodes, including four premieres; a new interactive Web game at Cyberchase Online; hands-on activities for kids; and tips for parents and teachers. Log on and stay tuned for Weather Watchers!   In This Issue Lost in Austen USB Jump Drive Bracelet Give Away We need your help! Although the analog TV shutoff has been delayed until June 12, 2009, you still need to take action. Set up your converter boxes and antennas, and help those around you. Visit our website for updates and set-up instructions. Remember, the analog shutoff will happen, so get ready today! Read More » tpt Magazine Twin Cities Public Television has been reviewed by the Charities Review Council and is proud to have met its Accountability Standards. To read our charity review report, visit the Charities Review Council at www.SmartGivers.org. Forward Know someone who might be interested in this newsletter? Forward this email to a friend. Comment Have something to tell us? Please send us your comments. Unsubscribe If you no longer wish to receive this email please unsubscribe.     We need your help! Write a letter of support. As you know, the Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment was passed by Minnesota voters this past November. We need your help to make sure tpt receives a portion of these funds to strengthen our programs and services to you. The Legislative Committee appointed to oversee the allocation process has asked all eligible organizations to provide feedback from supporters of the Amendment. Below is a sample letter, the body of which you can cut and paste into an electronic document and then fill in. Of course, feel free to write your own letter as well. Write a letter: SAMPLE LETTER TO BE MAILED OR EMAILED: rep.mary.murphy@house.mn Representative Mary Murphy Chair, Cultural and Outdoor Resources Finance Division Committee 343 State Office Building 100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Saint Paul, Minnesota 55155 Dear Rep. Murphy and Committee members: My name is_________________ and I live in ____________________. One reason I support the Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment is my hope that Twin Cities Public Television (TPT) might benefit from this new tax revenue. One of my expectations for the Amendment is that important cultural organizations like TPT, whose work makes available and preserves Minnesota's arts and cultural heritage, will be able to continue their excellent work, especially during this period of economic uncertainty. One of the differences I hope to see with this Amendment is that arts and culture be made more accessible to more communities. Twin Cities Public Television does this through not just broadcasts but through its websites, including the Minnesota Video Vault, where over 50 years of archived video is available, free, to the public. As an important cultural organization in this community, TPT deserves to be supported by the Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment. Thank you. Sincerely, Twin Cities Public Television 172 East Fourth Street, St. Paul, MN 55101 · 651-222-1717 © 2006 Twin Cities Public Television, Inc. · viewerservices@tpt.org · An EEO/AA Employer