May/June 2024
A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT AND CEO, PAUL GROVE
Summer is here and we welcome the change of pace the season brings. We have an exciting lineup of programs like the National Memorial Day Concert. A tribute to members of our military who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country is an annual favorite.
There’s something for everyone coming up in the next few months. We have new episodes of The Great American Recipe to inspire your summer meal planning. NATURE: Green Island, White Desert takes us on a wildlife expedition to Ireland and Hope in the Water shows us unique possibilities to improve our oceans and waterways.
Independent Lens presents Space: The Longest Goodbye, featuring astronauts preparing for the isolation of travel to Mars, and The Tuba Thieves where we discover the real reason instruments are going missing from high schools.
Your generous support makes it possible for us to continue providing this meaningful and entertaining content. We are grateful that you value the service WEDU provides. Happy summer.
National Memorial Day Concert
Honoring America’s Heroes
The National Memorial Day Concert is an annual favorite and an unforgettable tribute to our nation’s finest. This inspiring event, set against the beauty of the West Lawn of the United States Capitol, honors our military personnel, veterans and the heroes we’ve lost. The bravery of the fallen is remembered through the sharing of their stories and musical performances by our nation’s most celebrated artists. The concert includes stirring performances by military choirs and ensembles and the treasured tradition of the Salute to Services.
This powerful evening is an opportunity to come together as a nation in gratitude and solemn remembrance.
Airs Sunday, May 26, at 8 p.m. and again at 9:30 p.m.
Watch this program live or stream with the PBS App.
A Mother’s Secrets Revealed
In MASTERPIECE: MaryLand, estranged sisters are forced together to unearth the truth about their mother’s unexpected passing and her double life on the Isle of Man.
With help from Cathy, their mother’s eccentric friend, played by Oscar nominee Stockard Channing, the siblings discover long-kept secrets about the mother they thought they knew.
While the family tries to heal and reconnect, the sisters must decide whether to mend their relationship or bury it along with the secrets of their mother.
Premieres Sunday, May 5, at 9 p.m.
Watch this program live or stream with the PBS App.
Discover an Enchanted World
Prepare to be captivated by the mystical allure of one of Ireland’s hidden gems in NATURE: Green Island, White Desert. While Ireland is famous for its emerald-green landscapes and rugged coastlines, the Burren offers a unique and mesmerizing contrast with its desert of gray limestone.
Green Island, White Desert gives you a front-row seat to the incredible lives of wild birds and animals that call the Burren home. The pine marten, a wild mammal whose elusive and endearing presence will warm your heart, is your guide on this journey of discovery.
With awe-inspiring wildlife scenes that showcase the beauty and diversity
of this hidden oasis, this program is a delightful and educational experience for nature enthusiasts and curious minds alike.
Airs Wednesday, May 22, at 8 p.m.
Watch this program live or stream with the PBS App.
Hope Rises from the Depths
Set against the backdrop of our threatened seas and freshwater ecosystems, Hope in the Water dives deep into the world of creative solutions. This three-part series will educate and inspire as environmental enthusiasts Shailene Woodley, Martha Stewart and Baratunde Thurston explore the innovations underway to feed our growing population.
Discover the breakthrough seafood technologies that have the potential to address two pressing global issues: food insecurity and environmental preservation. Learn how these solutions can play a pivotal role in preserving and protecting our food sources and the environment.
Hope in the Water is co-produced by Emmy award winner David E. Kelley and Emmy award and James Beard award winner Andrew Zimmern. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this essential conversation about the future of our planet.
Airs Wednesdays, June 19 through July 3, at 9 p.m. Watch this program live or stream with the PBS App.
Shailene Woodley
Martha Stewart
A Taste of Culture, Food and Competition
This summer brings Season three of The Great American Recipe. This feel-good cooking competition showcases the rich tapestry of flavors that defines American cooking and celebrates the fusion of food and family.
Meet a new batch of home cooks from diverse backgrounds and watch as they balance rivalry and rapport to bring their cherished dishes to the table. Whether it’s a recipe handed down through the generations or an innovative blend of international flavors, each dish offers a taste of the contestants’ personal stories and heritage.
Through the stories and inspirations behind each contestant’s favorite creations, The Great American Recipe continues to uncover the soul of American cuisine. Whether you’re a foodie or love heartwarming stories of passion and perseverance, this series will satisfy your senses and maybe even inspire your next culinary adventure.
Premieres Monday, June 17, at 9 p.m.
Watch this program live or stream with the PBS App.
Celebrate WEDU
On May 1–2, we invite you to be a part of a movement to advocate for and support WEDU. It’s the second annual Public Media Giving Days event!
Only you know what WEDU means to you and your family. We all have our own reasons for loving what WEDU brings to our community, whether they include educational children’s programming, stunning drama, access to the arts, trusted news or heartfelt storytelling. Over these two days, we’ll spread the word and encourage our neighbors to get involved and help secure a strong future for public media. Celebrate what #PublicMediaGives to you and the community you call home.
Join the movement by making a gift to support WEDU at wedu.org/givingdays.
Explore the Frontiers of Space and Sound
Embark on a journey through space and sound with two compelling documentaries presented by Independent Lens — Space: The Longest Goodbye and The Tuba Thieves.
Space: The Longest Goodbye
In Space: The Longest Goodbye, delve into the ambitious NASA mission to send astronauts to Mars. The venture requires a three-year separation from Earth, cutting off real-time communication due to vast distances. Meet the dedicated psychologists tasked with preserving astronauts’ mental stability as they grapple with the challenge of exploring new frontiers while yearning for earthly connections.
Space: The Longest Goodbye premieres Monday, May 6, at 10 p.m.
The Tuba Thieves
The Tuba Thieves promises an intriguing twist as filmmaker Alison O’Daniel uses a series of tuba thefts in Los Angeles high schools as a study on the essence of sound and the act of listening. Through a unique game of telephone involving deaf individuals, the documentary uncovers the central mystery of sound itself, transcending the mere theft of musical instruments.
The Tuba Thieves premieres Monday, May 20, at 10 p.m.
Easy Key Lime Pie
Ingredients
- 1½ cups finely crushed graham crackers (20 squares)
- ⅓ cup butter or margarine, melted
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup key lime juice
- 1 container (8 oz) frozen whipped topping, thawed
Directions
Heat oven to 350°F. In small bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, butter and sugar. Press in bottom and up side of 9-inch glass pie plate. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown; cool.
In large bowl, beat milk and lime juice with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and thickened. Fold in whipped topping. Spoon into cooled pie crust.
Cover and refrigerate about 1 hour or until set. Store in refrigerator.
Every contribution makes a difference.
There are a variety of opportunities to donate and help support the programming you love by considering creative non-cash gifts such as:
IRA Charitable Rollover
Individuals who have reached age 70½ can donate up to $100,000 to WEDU directly from their Individual Retirement Account (IRA), without treating the distribution as taxable income. Giving from your IRA is a great way to satisfy your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) tax-free and support WEDU’s mission to serve the public good and to aid in the creation of an informed citizenry. Talk to your financial or tax advisor about rolling 401(k) monies into an IRA to make a tax-free charitable contribution to WEDU.
Stocks, bonds and mutual funds
Donating stock or mutual funds you have held longer than one year and which have appreciated in value directly to WEDU is a savvy giving strategy to avoid capital gains taxes. Consult with your financial advisor to help leverage your gift for the best tax savings. Remember, sometimes it might be more tax advantageous to sell depreciated stock and give a gift of cash to WEDU with the proceeds — a double tax savings!
Donate your car, motorcycle, boat, RV, kayak or even real estate!
We make donating your vehicle or other mode of transportation simple and convenient with fast pickup and streamlined paperwork. You benefit by possibly being able to reduce your taxable income. Plus, you avoid paying for advertising, loss of privacy and possible security risk. In addition, there is no need to pay for registrations, insurance and repairs to keep your transportation in working condition.
Please contact us for easy gifting of real estate that may have become a burden to own or insure. For more information:
CALL: (813) 739-2959
EMAIL: [email protected]
VISIT: wedugiving.org
