TV Schedule for PBS Encore (KVIE2) Sacramento, Calif. HD

Nature Woodpeckers: The Hole Story

Exploring the unique evolutionary journey of woodpeckers and the role they play in every ecosystem, except Antarctica and Australia.

NOVA

Documentaries focus on science, the natural world, history and research.

To Be Announced

Programming to be announced.

MotorWeek 2025 Mercedes-AMG E53 Hybrid

The Mercedes-AMG E53 Hybrid; Volkswgen Tiguan; tech tips; a Porsche "Quick Spin."

The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross Haven in the Valley

Majestic mountains overlook a little cabin in the valley.

Quilting Arts Off the Wall

Making an elegant quilted coat; creating a charming vase out of upcycled "fabric."

Best of Sewing With Nancy No-Hassle Triangles Quilt Blocks, Part 1

No-hassle 1/2-square triangle quilt blocks including the box quilt, shadow play, Godey design, square in a square, May basket and Nancy's spool blocks.

In Julia's Kitchen With Master Chefs Mark Militello

Mark Militello; stewed hearts of palm; sauteed yellowtail snapper; brown butter sauce.

Baking With Julia A Three-Tiered Wedding Cake With Martha Stewart, Part 2

Martha Stewart assembles a wedding cake, from the initial layering to building the support structure.

Lidia's Kitchen The Next Chapter

Fettuccine with caramelized onions, bacon and olives; orange spritz; roast chicken with rosemary and lemon.

Pati's Mexican Table The Blessing and the Benefit

Catching giant sea scallops on the coast in Bahía Kino; a female butcher in the mountain town of Matape, Nere, breaks down a cow in a tradition called "the benefit."

Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope France -- Cruising on the Lot

Exploring Southwest France by boat, including Saint-Cirq-Lapopie, the Chateau de Mercues and the Lot capital of Cahors.

Curious Traveler Curious Szczecin, Poland

Highlights from Szczecin, Poland, include Castle of the Dukes of Pomerania, the National Museum, Stare Miastro Square, Tower of the Seven Cloaks, Kasprowicz Park and Willa Lentza Manor House.

Samantha Brown's Places to Love New Orleans, Louisiana

Cafe Du Monde in New Orleans; the National WWII Museum; Hansen's Sco-Bliz; the historic Southern Hotel; biking down the Tammany Trace Rail Trail; Abita Springs.

Rick Steves' Europe Germany's Frankfurt and Nürnberg

Frankfurt, Germany, a global hub for commerce; Nuremberg, Germany's, towering castle, fountains, Nazi Documentation Center and underground bomb shelters.

PBS News Weekend New

Analysis of national and international news, as well as in-depth reporting on topics ranging from education and politics to technology and finance.

To Dine For With Kate Sullivan Payal Kadakia

Dancer Payal Kadakia, creator of ClassPass, talks about the setbacks she experienced on her way to success and her vision for her company's future.

A Taste of History History, Horses, & Hospitality: Nashville, Tennessee

Belle Meade Mansion; exploring the roots of country music; making country ham, fruitcake and syllabub.

Joanne Weir's Plates and Places Paella Party in Spain

Traditional Valencian paella; Valdemar's paella.

America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Vindaloo and Chana Masala

Goan pork vindaloo; rice cookers; electric can openers; chana masala.

Cook's Country Cast Iron Comforts

Skillet pizza Margherita; traditional and enameled cast iron skillets; chocolate chip skillet cookie.

Finding Your Roots With Henry Louis Gates, Jr. Songs of the Past

Broadway actors Leslie Odom Jr. and Nathan Lane explore their family histories.