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-- Happy Holidays from all of us at Pioneer!
COMING UP ON PIONEER
PIONEER HD
FUNTIME POLKA (NEW)
Episode 802
AUSTIN CITY LIMITS
Tom Waits
Saturday, December 22 at 5:00 p.m.
Join Pioneer for another episode of toe-tapping, "oompah," Funtime Polka fun. On this episode: Julie Lee and the White Rose Duo and Larry Olsen Band. Learn More.
Saturday, December 22 at 10:00 p.m.
Tom Waits performs in this classic episode from 1979. Learn More.

POSTCARDS (NEW)
Riding for Freedom: Remembering the Troops
CHRISTMAS AT LUTHER
Tidings of Comfort and Joy    
 
Sunday, December 23 at 7:00 p.m.

Honoring fallen heroes: LTD Memorial Ride, Tribute to the Troops, and Rockie Lynne. Learn More.

 

Sunday, December 23 at 8:00 p.m.
Celebrate the joy and traditions of Christmas with the renowned choirs and symphony orchestra of Luther College in Decorah, Iowa. Learn More.
ANTIQUES ROADSHOW
Orlando, Fla., Part 2
NATURE
Wild Balkans
Monday, December 24 at 7:00 p.m.
A circa 1835 Regency-style etagere; an animator's plaster model of Geppetto, created for the Disney movie Pinocchio in 1940; and a painting by Fern Coppedge, of the renowned early 20th-century Pennsylvania Impressionist school. Learn More.
Wednesday, December 26 at 7:00 p.m.
In the landscape of the Balkans live wild animals that have all but vanished from the rest of Europe. Learn More.
PIONEER WORLD
NATURE
The Himalayas
INDEPENDENT LENS
These Amazing Shadows
Tuesday, December 25 at 6:00 p.m.
The Himalayan mountain system is the planet's highest and home to the world's tallest peaks. Nature explores the diversity of wildlife and habitats of this mountain chain starring the mysterious snow leopard.
Wednesday, December 26 at 7:00 p.m.
The National Film Registry is an eclectic collection of films that typify cinema's contributions to American culture. The 550 films inducted thus far constitute a roll call of national cultural and artistic treasures that reflect a nation's self-perception, fears and ambitions. 
PIONEER CREATE
THIS OLD HOUSE
Cambridge 2012
BURT WOLF
Kwanzaa
Saturday, December 22 at 2:30 p.m.
Granite steps are installed; a window seat is built; MDF doors are disguised as wainscoting; the treads and newel cap on the stairs are worked on; the pine ceiling accents are whitewashed and lacquered.
Saturday, December 22 at 7:00 p.m.
Kwanzaa is spotlighted. Featured: a tour of Harlem, including a visit to the Apollo Theater; a stop at Abyssinian Church.
PIONEER MINNESOTA
CONCUSSIONS AND FEMALE ATHLETES
Friday, December 21 at 8:00 p.m.

A look at head injuries among young female athletes, and changing approaches to sports safety. Included: advice to help players, parents and coaches reduce risks and avoid head injuries.
PIONEER ON-DEMAND
POSTCARDS
Dakota Conflict - 150th Anniversary
Postcards: Dakota Conflict - 150th Anniversary
FUNTIME POLKA
Episode 801
Funtime Polka: Episode 801

PIONEER KIDS & PARENTS
SCARY NEWS
Helping Children with Scary News
HOLIDAY STORIES

During troubling times, we'd like to offer some thoughts that may be of help to you and the children in your care. Talking about our fears can often help make them less frightening. Our mission has always been to help families grow in healthy, nurturing ways, and we hope our messages can be of service to you. Read More.
With visions of toys and games dancing in their heads, it's easy for children to miss the real significance of holidays such as Christmas, Hanukkah, Diwali and Kwaanza. Fortunately, there are plenty of enjoyable books for kids that teach the historical and cultural meanings of these and other winter celebrations. Read More.
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