Weekly TV Schedule for PBS 6
Sunday December 24, 2017
Time
Show
12 a.m.
Call the Midwife Holiday Special
The Nonnatus House family visit South Africa after they receive an SOS call from a mission hospital.
1:30 a.m.
2:03 a.m.
4 a.m.
Festival of Carols With Sylvia McNair
Grammy-winning soprano Sylvia McNair and the Indianapolis Symphonic Choir perform holiday classics.
5:30 a.m.
GREAT ROMANCES OF THE 20TH CENTURY
Elizabeth and Philip are one of the most successful unions in the history of the Royal family.
6 a.m.
Aviators
Visit Canada's largest airport to look at the technology that drives air navigation systems.
6:30 a.m.
7 a.m.
Nature
Discover how the first cats arose in the forests of Asia and how they spread across the continent.
8 a.m.
Nova
Discover how the genius of birds is leading us to rethink our basic notions of intelligence.
9 a.m.
Rare - Creatures of the Photo Ark
Joel Sartore photographs the Iberian lynx in Spain and the Yangtze giant softshell turtle in China.
10:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
Barrios and Barriers
Tucson’s Civil Rights struggle during the mid-twentieth century.
11:30 a.m.
Arizona Illustrated
This week on Arizona Illustrated…Focusing the Universe; Desert Moon; Phoenix Mars Mission; Osiris Rex, Images from Space
12 p.m.
Born to Explore With Richard Wiese
Richard Wiese visits the Abbotsbury Swannery in England and meets the Queen's Swan Warden.
12:30 p.m.
This American Land
Residents in Norfolk, Virginia, use education to defend their neighborhoods from rising sea levels.
1 p.m.
Globe Trekker
Bolivia's agricultural heartland of Santa Cruz and the constitutional capital of Sucre are explored.
2 p.m.
Christmas at Belmont
Sheryl Crow hosts as 700 student musicians and others perform masterworks and seasonal favorites.
3 p.m.
Eric Idle's the Entire Universe
Explore the history of the entire universe with Professor Brian Cox, a chorus of singers and dancers.
4 p.m.
Festival of Carols With Sylvia McNair
Grammy-winning soprano Sylvia McNair and the Indianapolis Symphonic Choir perform holiday classics.
5 p.m.
Handel's Messiah and the Foundling Hospital
Historian Amanda Vickery reveals the extraordinary story of the much-loved piece Handel's "Messiah."
6 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
Arizona Illustrated
This week on Arizona illustrated...Winter Shelter; A Universe of Images; UA Chimes; Sonoran Snow
7 p.m.
Last Tango in Halifax Holiday Special
On the night of Celia's play, a twist of fate means Alan is forced to confront his fears.
8 p.m.
Victoria on Masterpiece
Albert pays a visit against the queen's wishes. The mystery of Miss Skerrett's past deepens.
9 p.m.
Victoria on Masterpiece
Courtship at court leads to second thoughts. Will Victoria and Albert take the fateful step?
10 p.m.
Victoria on Masterpiece
At loose ends in a foreign land, Albert finds a noble cause. Victoria gets her way at court.
11 p.m.
Monday December 25, 2017
Time
Show
12 a.m.
Southern Celtic Christmas Concert
Celtic and Appalachian Christmas traditions are celebrated through music, poetry, dance and song.
1 a.m.
Victoria on Masterpiece
Albert pays a visit against the queen's wishes. The mystery of Miss Skerrett's past deepens.
2 a.m.
Victoria on Masterpiece
Courtship at court leads to second thoughts. Will Victoria and Albert take the fateful step?
3 a.m.
Victoria on Masterpiece
At loose ends in a foreign land, Albert finds a noble cause. Victoria gets her way at court.
4 a.m.
Peg + Cat + Holidays
"The Christmas Problem," "The Hanukkah Problem" and "The Penguin Problem" feature math for kids.
5 a.m.
Wild Kratts: A Creature Christmas
The Wild Kratts receive an alert that their favorite creatures are disappearing around the globe!
6 a.m.
Once Upon a Sesame Street Christmas
Elmo's dad tells him a story about a time when there was no holiday spirit on Sesame Street.
7 a.m.
Curious George: A Very Monkey Christmas
Curious George and the Man with the Yellow Hat have a great time preparing for Christmas.
8 a.m.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood: Tiger Family Trip
Daniel learns there are many exciting things to do and see when you're on a trip with your family.
9 a.m.
Splash and Bubbles: One Big Ocean
The Reeftown kids embark on an epic journey across the sea to help a friendly young turtle.
10 a.m.
Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About Christmas!
The Cat in the Hat, Nick and Sally help a lost reindeer find his way home in time for Christmas.
11 a.m.
Christmas With the Mormon Tabernacle Ch
Santino Fontana, the Muppets from Sesame Street and the Mormon Tabernacle Choir perform.
12 p.m.
Handel's Messiah and the Foundling Hospital
Historian Amanda Vickery reveals the extraordinary story of the much-loved piece Handel's "Messiah."
1 p.m.
Jordan Smith 'Tis the Season
Jordan Smith, season nine winner of NBC's The Voice, highlights his Christmas album in concert.
2 p.m.
Christmas With the Mormon Tabernacle
Renowned Mormon Tabernacle Choir and tenor Rolando Villazon perform seasonal favorites.
3 p.m.
Christmas at Concordia: Gather Us In, O Child of P
Concordia College re-imagines the Christmas message with music embracing peace and reconciliation.
4 p.m.
Christmas in Christ Chapel at Gustavus
Celebrate the holidays with Gustavus Adolphus College community in St. Peter, Minnesota.
5 p.m.
St. Thomas Christmas: So Bright the Star
Familiar traditional carols and innovative contemporary selections are showcased in Minneapolis.
6:02 p.m.
8 p.m.
Antiques Roadshow
An 1863 Temperance lithograph and a dress worn by Marilyn Monroe in Some Like It Hot are appraised.
9 p.m.
Call the Midwife Holiday Special
Valerie helps a young couple with a traumatic birth and Sister Julienne tries to reunite a family.
10:30 p.m.
Arizona Illustrated
This week on Arizona illustrated...Winter Shelter; A Universe of Images; UA Chimes; Sonoran Snow
11 p.m.
Christmas With the Mormon Tabernacle Ch
Santino Fontana, the Muppets from Sesame Street and the Mormon Tabernacle Choir perform.
Tuesday December 26, 2017
Time
Show
12 a.m.
12:30 a.m.
Desert Speaks
The ecological restoration tries to piece together the remains of the area's fractured habitats.
1 a.m.
Antiques Roadshow
An 1863 Temperance lithograph and a dress worn by Marilyn Monroe in Some Like It Hot are appraised.
2 a.m.
Call the Midwife Holiday Special
Valerie helps a young couple with a traumatic birth and Sister Julienne tries to reunite a family.
3:30 a.m.
Peg + Cat + Holidays
"The Christmas Problem," "The Hanukkah Problem" and "The Penguin Problem" feature math for kids.
4:30 a.m.
Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About Christmas!
The Cat in the Hat, Nick and Sally help a lost reindeer find his way home in time for Christmas.
5:30 a.m.
Wild Kratts
While visiting India, Martin and Chris explore the world of the Dhole - aka "The Red Dog".
6 a.m.
Arthur
D.W. wants to be the first person to set foot on Mars! Arthur is blamed for cracking Dad's platter.
6:30 a.m.
Nature Cat
Daisy must find another science project to exhibit at the Animal Science Fair after hers is ruined.
7 a.m.
Curious George
George leans to ski, snowshoe and sled in a blizzard and works at the grocery store to earn money.
7:30 a.m.
Curious George
George and Allie run out of clay while making a ginormous sculpture of Bill's sprained thumb.
8 a.m.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
The children learn about traffic signs and practice safety rules on a walk around the Neighborhood.
8:30 a.m.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
Daniel performs one good deed that starts a chain reaction of kindness all around the Neighborhood.
9 a.m.
Splash and Bubbles
Splash and his friends meet Scoot, a young and mischievous sea turtle who is riding the currents.
9:30 a.m.
Splash and Bubbles
Splash and friends help a Parrotfish save a ghost reef that was once a beautiful and lush reef.
10 a.m.
Sesame Street
Cookie Monster learns how to control himself from eating his own paintings.
10:30 a.m.
Sesame Street
Abby helps Prince Charming calm down so he doesn't feel anxious at the Eye Doctor's office.
11 a.m.
Food Flirts
The Brass sisters they tackle their burger bucket list and uncover the mystique of Indian dosa.
11:30 a.m.
Food Flirts
The sisters learn how artisan pastrami is crafted and take a ramen noodle and broth-making lesson.
12 p.m.
Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries
When a magic show assistant is beheaded on stage, a secret murder in the past is unraveled.
1 p.m.
Victoria on Masterpiece
Albert pays a visit against the queen's wishes. The mystery of Miss Skerrett's past deepens.
2 p.m.
Victoria on Masterpiece
Courtship at court leads to second thoughts. Will Victoria and Albert take the fateful step?
3 p.m.
Victoria on Masterpiece
At loose ends in a foreign land, Albert finds a noble cause. Victoria gets her way at court.
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
6 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
Desert Speaks
Trek from the Utah deserts to the tropics of Mexico to discover more about the desert tortoise.
7 p.m.
8 p.m.
Sultan and the Saint
Explore how St. Francis of Assisi and the Sultan of Egypt risked it all to end the Crusades.
9 p.m.
Secrets of Spanish Florida: A Secrets of the Dead
The little-known history of America's Spanish colonists who settled in Florida in 1565 is revealed.
11 p.m.
Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries
When a magic show assistant is beheaded on stage, a secret murder in the past is unraveled.
Wednesday December 27, 2017
Time
Show
12 a.m.
12:30 a.m.
Desert Speaks
Trek from the Utah deserts to the tropics of Mexico to discover more about the desert tortoise.
1 a.m.
Sultan and the Saint
Explore how St. Francis of Assisi and the Sultan of Egypt risked it all to end the Crusades.
2 a.m.
Secrets of Spanish Florida: A Secrets of the Dead
The little-known history of America's Spanish colonists who settled in Florida in 1565 is revealed.
4 a.m.
Thomas & Friends
Thomas and James compete with each other over who can bring the fans to the soccer game faster.
4:30 a.m.
Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!
Sally is not sure what her favorite smell is so she plays sniff and seek with Whiffy the skunk!
5 a.m.
Ready Jet Go!
The Propulsions visit Mars to explore Valles Marineris, the largest canyon in the Solar System!
5:30 a.m.
Wild Kratts
The Kratt Brothers seek to unravel the secret of the Fire Salamander in Black Forest in Germany.
6 a.m.
Arthur
The last pages of Arthur's book are missing. D.W.'s friends stop playing with her.
6:30 a.m.
Nature Cat
On a trip to Barrel Cactus National Park, Nature Cat and his pals meet a very sad desert tortoise.
7 a.m.
Curious George
George tries to keep a puddle from evaporating so the ducks will stay & learns a lot about magnets.
7:30 a.m.
Curious George
Steve's pet hamster is on the loose in the city streets with a small video camera tied to his back.
8 a.m.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
Daniel learns the importance of the Neighborhood jobs when he and Mom Tiger fill in as librarians.
8:30 a.m.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
Daniel and Miss Elaina meet Prince Wednesday's cousin Chrissie during a playdate at the castle.
9 a.m.
Splash and Bubbles
Ripple hears a strange message traveling through the ocean and follows the voice to a fin whale!
9:30 a.m.
Splash and Bubbles
Gush decides to run the reef obstacle course just to show everyone how fast a frogfish can be!
10 a.m.
Once Upon a Sesame Street Christmas
Elmo's dad tells him a story about a time when there was no holiday spirit on Sesame Street.
11 a.m.
Family Ingredients
Singer-songwriter Jack Johnson shares memories of his father on a trip along the California coast.
11:30 a.m.
Family Ingredients
Travel with Sheldon Simeon, a Top Chef "Fan Favorite," as he makes his first trip to the Philippines.
12 p.m.
Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries
An old flame asks Phryne to investigate the disappearance of a high-ranking RAAF officer.
1 p.m.
Last Tango in Halifax Holiday Special
On the night of Celia's play, a twist of fate means Alan is forced to confront his fears.
2 p.m.
Call the Midwife Holiday Special
The Nonnatus House family visit South Africa after they receive an SOS call from a mission hospital.
3:30 p.m.
Arizona Illustrated
This week on Arizona illustrated...Winter Shelter; A Universe of Images; UA Chimes; Sonoran Snow
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
6 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
Arizona Illustrated
This week on Arizona illustrated...Winter Shelter; A Universe of Images; UA Chimes; Sonoran Snow
7 p.m.
8 p.m.
Nature
Track the story of cats into the Americas, from battles with Canids, to the rise of domestic cats.
9 p.m.
Nova
Scientists explore the impact of the asteroid that killed off the dinosaurs 66 million years ago.
10 p.m.
Rare - Creatures of the Photo Ark
Joel Sartore searches for insects to his Photo Ark collection and animals in Budapest and Prague.
11 p.m.
Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries
An old flame asks Phryne to investigate the disappearance of a high-ranking RAAF officer.
Thursday December 28, 2017
Time
Show
12 a.m.
12:30 a.m.
Arizona Illustrated
This week on Arizona illustrated...Winter Shelter; A Universe of Images; UA Chimes; Sonoran Snow
1 a.m.
Nature
Track the story of cats into the Americas, from battles with Canids, to the rise of domestic cats.
2 a.m.
Nova
Scientists explore the impact of the asteroid that killed off the dinosaurs 66 million years ago.
3 a.m.
Rare - Creatures of the Photo Ark
Joel Sartore searches for insects to his Photo Ark collection and animals in Budapest and Prague.
4 a.m.
Thomas & Friends
Philip, a new little diesel boxcab, challenges Gordon to a race to prove that he is faster.
4:30 a.m.
Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!
Nick and Sally are trying out their new blue rubber boots but they keep getting stuck in the mud!
5 a.m.
Ready Jet Go!
Celery's brother Zucchini decide to visit the Propulsions, but get lost along the way!
5:30 a.m.
Wild Kratts
Martin and Chris challenge Koki and Aviva to a contest about who has the most challenging job.
6 a.m.
Arthur
When Binky gets an "A" on a test, Muffy and Francine are convinced that Binky cheated.
6:30 a.m.
Nature Cat
The gang navigate the oceans in search of Hal's chew toy that Nature Cat dropped down a storm drain!
7 a.m.
Curious George
George uses a stethoscope to hear a mysterious sound and visits a construction site.
7:30 a.m.
Curious George
He gets locked inside the zoo & gets surrounded by animals. Can he keep Charkie from running away?
8 a.m.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
Today at school, the children find out that Ducky has grown too big to be their classroom pet.
8:30 a.m.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
While playing "restaurant" at school, Daniel feels frustrated when he can't find a specific toy.
9 a.m.
Splash and Bubbles
Tired of always being the "nervous friend," Dunk decides he will no longer puff up or get upset.
9:30 a.m.
Splash and Bubbles
Splash and friends follow a mysterious light in the distance and realize it is from a firefly squid.
10 a.m.
Sesame Street
Abby helps Frankie the worm build a place that feels like home.
10:30 a.m.
Sesame Street
Cookie Monster learns how to control himself from eating his own paintings.
11 a.m.
Family Ingredients
A Kaua'i farmer discusses leaving her home on an Ojibwe reservation in Wisconsin at 15.
11:30 a.m.
Family Ingredients
Follow Hawai'i chef Andrew Le to Ho Chi Minh City, to taste pho, the national dish of Vietnam.
12 p.m.
Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries
An Italian woman dies and the ownership of a secret book of recipes becomes the suspected motive.
1 p.m.
Sultan and the Saint
Explore how St. Francis of Assisi and the Sultan of Egypt risked it all to end the Crusades.
2 p.m.
Secrets of Spanish Florida: A Secrets of the Dead
The little-known history of America's Spanish colonists who settled in Florida in 1565 is revealed.
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
6 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
Desert Speaks
Cruise the finest deserts in the U.S. by convertible, stopping at memorable spots along the way.
7 p.m.
8 p.m.
Boy in the Dress
This heartwarming, comical story focuses on the impact a mother's desertion has upon a family.
9:06 p.m.
Place to Call Home
George has been shot and only Rene and Regina know the truth about what happened.
10 p.m.
11 p.m.
Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries
An Italian woman dies and the ownership of a secret book of recipes becomes the suspected motive.
Friday December 29, 2017
Time
Show
12 a.m.
12:30 a.m.
Desert Speaks
Cruise the finest deserts in the U.S. by convertible, stopping at memorable spots along the way.
1 a.m.
Boy in the Dress
This heartwarming, comical story focuses on the impact a mother's desertion has upon a family.
2:06 a.m.
Place to Call Home
George has been shot and only Rene and Regina know the truth about what happened.
3 a.m.
4 a.m.
Thomas & Friends
Sidney is very forgetful. Thomas suggests he make up a song to help him remember his assignment.
4:30 a.m.
Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!
It's hot out! Sally and Nick visit friends in the Dizzle-dazzle Desert to learn how to keep cool.
5 a.m.
Ready Jet Go!
Jet decides to go to Saturn's ice moon Enceladus to get ice for Sean's sno-cone stand.
5:30 a.m.
Wild Kratts
The team springs into rescue mode when a Florida Panther is seen off the Alligator Alley highway.
6 a.m.
Arthur
Sue Ellen tries to save the library after the City Council votes to close the Elwood City Library!
6:30 a.m.
Nature Cat
Nature Cat's family is pet-sitting their neighbor's hamster, Sir Galahad, who gets loose and runs.
7 a.m.
Curious George
George is an expert at making noise, so Mr. Zoobel asks for his help with a rooftop Wind Symphony.
7:30 a.m.
Curious George
George spots an army of ants, something the Man with the Yellow Hat warned his messy monkey about.
8 a.m.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
Daniel is not feeling very well, but he doesn't want to miss Prince Wednesday's birthday party.
8:30 a.m.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
Daniel thinks Katerina is getting too much attention from Grandpere and starts to feel jealous.
9 a.m.
Splash and Bubbles
Dunk asks Splash, Bubbles and Ripple to watch over his latest beautiful art project.
9:30 a.m.
Splash and Bubbles
The kids become convinced that Splash has some sort of superpower and begin testing his limits.
10 a.m.
Once Upon a Sesame Street Christmas
Elmo's dad tells him a story about a time when there was no holiday spirit on Sesame Street.
11 a.m.
Family Ingredients
Chefs Ed Kenney and Andrew Le learn about the origins of pho in Hanoi and visit an ancient village.
11:30 a.m.
Family Ingredients
A sustainable hunter and Hawaiian hula dancer visits the largest hula competition in the world.
12 p.m.
Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries
Phryne investigates the disappearance of a young boy and another boy is found in a shallow grave.
1 p.m.
Nature
Track the story of cats into the Americas, from battles with Canids, to the rise of domestic cats.
2 p.m.
Nova
Scientists explore the impact of the asteroid that killed off the dinosaurs 66 million years ago.
3 p.m.
Rare - Creatures of the Photo Ark
Joel Sartore searches for insects to his Photo Ark collection and animals in Budapest and Prague.
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
6 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
Desert Speaks
Cruise through the second half of the desert along Route 66 on Harley Davidson motorcycles.
7 p.m.
8:30 p.m.
Arizona Illustrated
This week on Arizona illustrated...Winter Shelter; A Universe of Images; UA Chimes; Sonoran Snow
9 p.m.
Bob Hope: American Masters
The entertainer's personal archives shed light on his life. Woody Allen and others are interviewed.
11 p.m.
Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries
Phryne investigates the disappearance of a young boy and another boy is found in a shallow grave.
Saturday December 30, 2017
Time
Show
12 a.m.
12:30 a.m.
Desert Speaks
Cruise through the second half of the desert along Route 66 on Harley Davidson motorcycles.
1:30 a.m.
Arizona Illustrated
This week on Arizona illustrated...Winter Shelter; A Universe of Images; UA Chimes; Sonoran Snow
2 a.m.
Bob Hope: American Masters
The entertainer's personal archives shed light on his life. Woody Allen and others are interviewed.
4 a.m.
Passing on
End-of-life issues are explored through a series of compelling and sensitive stories.
5:30 a.m.
Wai Lana Yoga
Combine poses with an easy technique called Aswini Mundra to help relieve this common ailment.
6 a.m.
Globe Trekker
Bolivia's agricultural heartland of Santa Cruz and the constitutional capital of Sucre are explored.
7 a.m.
Growing a Greener World
One of the country's leading contemporary urban homesteaders, Theresa Loe, is visited.
7:30 a.m.
Central Texas Gardener
Discover Asian herbs to heal and how a community heals the formerly homeless through its gardens.
8 a.m.
Age Reversed With Miranda Esmonde-White
Valuable insights on how to combat the physical signs and consequences of aging are presented.
9 a.m.
Age Fix With Anthony Youn, Md
Dr. Youn provides a way to fix age-related skin concerns, without having painful surgery.
10:30 a.m.
Suze Orman's Financial Solutions for You
Suze Orman provides advice to help individual viewers "find financial solutions for you."
12:30 p.m.
Feel Better With Pressure Point Therapy
Dr. Michael Pinkus applies techniques involving ancient acupressure points to provide pain relief.
1:30 p.m.
Rick Steves' Tasty Europe
The travel expert shows how food is a prime ingredient in what defines cultures all across Europe.
2 p.m.
Friar Alessandro: The Voice of Assisi
The friar showcases his big tenor voice at the hilltop Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi in Italy.
3:30 p.m.
Desert Dreams: Celebrating Five Seasons in the
The Sonoran Desert is alive with beauty. This stunning film captures the changes over the seasons.
5 p.m.
MAGIC MOMENTS - THE BEST OF 50'S POP (MY MUSIC #10
The McGuire Sisters, The Lennon Sisters, The Chordettes, The Four Aces and more take the stage.
7 p.m.
MOTOWN 25 (MY MUSIC PRESENTS)
Richard Pryor hosts performances by Smokey Robinson and The Miracles, The Jackson 5 and more artists.
9 p.m.
Beatles: Eight Days a Week - the Touring Years
Explore the history of the Fab Four from their early days in Liverpool to their last concert in 196
11:30 p.m.
Suze Orman's Financial Solutions for You
Suze Orman provides advice to help individual viewers "find financial solutions for you."
