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| Greetings! | Welcome to the January edition of your KNPB eNewsletter!
We are kicking off a new year with exciting community events, extraordinary programming and our continued dedication to the standards of quality that you have come to expect and appreciate about your public television station, KNPB. It is a great time to remind you that it is with your financial support that KNPB is able to present programs and activities everyday that inspire, entertain and inform our community.
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This month, KNPB launched our new programming schedule. Now, you can enjoy your favorite educational programming including Clifford, The Cat in the Hat, Wild Kratts, Sid the Science Kid, Dinosaur Train and more, in weekday broadcasts from 6:00am until 12:30pm. In addition, now your prime time favorites like, Nova, Nature, Antiques Roadshow and American Experience can be seen weekday afternoons at 5:00pm. Charlie Rose has shifted to 4:00pm right after the PBS Newshour. And, for those in need of a chuckle, on Friday afternoons from 2:00 until 3:00pm you can catch your favorite Britcoms. Visit knpb.org for more information on these schedule changes. |
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Masterpiece Classic: Downton Abbey
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January's programming began with the much anticipated premiere of Masterpiece Classic's "Downton Abbey," Season 2. The continuation of the multiple Emmy winning series engulfs us in the story of the aristocrats and servants of Downton Abbey as they face the tumultuous days of World War I. Season 2 continues through February 19 on KNPB.
Did you miss the premiere? You can still catch up on what is quickly becoming a PBS blockbuster! The first episode will be featured in an encore broadcast this Sunday, January 15 at 7pm, followed by the second episode at 9pm. In addition, you can stream the program online on the KNPB video player at watch.knpb.org. And, for a limited time, you can also catch up on "Downton Abbey," Season 1 episodes at watch.knpb.org.
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More Great Features in January
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| American Experience: Through out the month of January, tune-in to explore some of the stand out figures of the Wild West.
� Tuesday, Jan. 17 at 8pm: "Custer's Last Stand" � Tuesday, Jan. 24 at 8pm: "Wyatt Earp" � Tuesday, Jan. 24 at 9pm: "Geronimo"
� Tuesday, Jan. 31 at 8pm: "Wyatt Earp"
� Tuesday, Jan. 31 at 9pm: "Geronimo" | |
| FRONTLINE: Examining the implications of the Fukushima accident for U.S. nuclear safety, and asking how this disaster will affect the future of nuclear energy around the world. Airs Tuesday, Jan. 17 at 10pm. | |
| Inside Nature's Giants: Veterinary specialists and biologists perform an autopsy on a large wild animal to uncover the secrets of its anatomy.
� Wednesday, Jan. 18 at 10pm: "Sperm Whales" � Wednesday, Jan. 25 at 10pm: "Monster Python" | |
| Great Performances at the Met: Russian diva Anna Netrebko opens the Met season in "Anna Bolena" with her portrayal of the ill-fated queen driven insane by her unfaithful king. Airs Friday, Jan. 20 at 9pm. | |
| Secrets of the Manor House: A fascinating glimpse at life behind the velvet curtains of the privileged, this documentary goes inside the great homes of Edwardian England. Airs Sunday, Jan. 22 at 8pm. |
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Community Broadcast: Crystal Darkness
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KNPB is joining forces with other local television and radio stations in broadcasting "Crystal Darkness," a 30-minute documentary dealing with the widespread problem of meth addiction, at 8pm on Wednesday, January 18. The film will be followed with a special KNPB production on the topic at 8:30pm. Visit knpb.org for more information. |
A Conversation With...
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This KNPB series presents conversations with key voices addressing the critical issues that affect you, Nevada and the nation as a whole. Join us at our new broadcast times, Friday evenings at 8:30pm and Sunday mornings at 11am. Be sure to tune in this Friday for a new episode featuring Chef Mark Estee of CAMPO restaurant in downtown Reno. Visit us online for more information. |
KNPB's Annual Young Writers Contest
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Join us Friday, January 28, or Saturday, January 29, at the Learning Express locations in Reno for the kick-off of KNPB's 2012 PBS KIDS GO! Writers Contest. The afternoon will feature a special appearance from Curious George and KNPB will get young writers ready to create their stories and illustrations. For more information about the 2012 Writers Contest visit the online companion site.
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Come On Up with the KNPB Kids Club!
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Join the KNPB Kids Club and Bob the Builder at RockSport Indoor Climbing Center on Saturday, February 11, from 10am to 1pm. This special KNPB Kids Club event will feature: rock climbing, tight rope walking, tumbling, kids yoga with Flowing Lotus Yoga and a special meet & greet with Bob the Builder. Admission is free for KNPB Kids Club members and includes goodie bags!
Not a Member? Join the KNPB Kids Club today. Call 775.682.7796 or complete the online membership form today.
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Community Screening: Jews in Nevada
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Watch for your invitation to join KNPB for a special screening of the upcoming KNPB production Jews in Nevada on Thursday, February 9, at the Nevada Museum of Art in downtown Reno. The event will be open to the public, however reservations are required as seating is limited. The film will be featured in its broadcast premiere on KNPB in February. Find out more about the screening and the documentary online at knpb.org. |
KNPB 2011 Annual Report
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As we begin 2012, KNPB has published its 2011 Annual Report, sharing many of KNPB Public Broadcasting's outstanding accomplishments during the past 12 months. KNPB consistently seeks new and better ways to serve its community with programming and activities made possible through the continued financial support of our members. Download a copy of the KNPB Annual Report at knpb.org. |
"Get Social" with KNPB
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|  Have you added KNPB to your social network? KNPB is now regularly offering updates and information about station programs, services and events through its Facebook and Twitter pages. KNPB also selects and forwards some of the best from PBS and PBS programs on to our followers. Look for KNPB, and add it to your favorite social network today!
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WATCH.KNPB.ORG: Programs on Your Schedule
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 With our online video streaming services at watch.knpb.org you can watch award-winning KNPB and PBS programming anytime, free and on-demand. The service offers KNPB productions, series and specials along with PBS Video content. You can enjoy hundreds of hours of high-quality KNPB and PBS content all on your schedule. Enjoy your favorite shows and discover new ones at watch.knpb.org. |
The Programs You Love Anytime, Anywhere
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 PBS has free apps for your iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad (with Android apps in the works). These applications provide quick access to KNPB and PBS station programming, opportunities to learn more about PBS programs, the chance to preview upcoming features and to watch full-length features. You can share videos with friends on Facebook, Twitter and email, as well as enjoy offers to purchase episodes and series you want to own. Find more details or download these free apps online. |
KNPB.ORG Gets An Exciting New Look
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 If you haven't visited the KNPB website at knpb.org recently, it's time to take another look. The KNPB online team, in conjunction with Noble Studios, launched a newly designed website featuring an updated user interface designed to better highlight your favorite KNPB content. The site has an increased focus on watching the high quality KNPB and PBS programs that you can enjoy anytime online and news posts and social media updated in real-time. Take a tour of the new knpb.org! (Pages and features are being added daily - so be sure to visit us often.)
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Give An Old Car New Value
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Begin the new year with a donation that can both free up room on your driveway and give you a tax break! Donate your vehicle to an organization you believe in - make a contribution that supports KNPB. We can offer free pick up, provide a tax receipt and we do not need a smog report to accept the donation. Just call 1-877-800-KNPB or visit us online for more information about making a vehicle donation. |
Valuable Benefit for KNPB MemberCard Holders
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During this economic crunch, coupon-cutting and bargain-hunting are becoming commonplace, and frugality is the shopper's mantra. As a KNPB MemberCard holder, you can now find more value for your membership dollar by downloading coupons. Access the coupon portal. Create a login and choose the coupons you like. The coupon portal will automatically calculate your savings. Once you're finished, download the free coupon printer (which you'll only need to do once) and print away!
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Enjoy the Benefits of Your KNPB Membership
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You can review the benefits of being a member of KNPB at knpb.org. Members will want to take advantage of the specials and the discounts offered to them. Explore the month's specials online.
� Memberships at the $75-$119 level may receive one KNPB MemberCard by request.
� Memberships at the $120-$199 level may receive two KNPB MemberCards by request.
� Memberships at $200 or higher may receive two KNPB MemberCard Plus by request.
� KNPB Kids' Birthday Club Memberships may receive one KNPB MemberCard by request.
FYI: If you use your MemberCard at our local restaurants, you could gain back the price of your KNPB donation and enjoy delicious food at the same time! It's easy to upgrade to the MemberCard level of $75 - become a member online.
 In addition, KNPB is encouraging you to think green and to consider rolling over your current KNPB membership into "KNPB Sustaining Friends." Sustaining Friends decrease the volume of paper arriving in their home mail box by going paperless with our easy automatic payment plan. And, all KNPB Sustaining Friends receive a reusable "KNPB Choose Blue & Reuse" multi-purpose ChicoBag, as well as KNPB's 2-for-1 MemberCard. Find all the details online.
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