Tuesday, April 21st TV listings for PBS VPM (WCVE) Richmond, VA
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood Margaret's Birthday Buddy; Margaret's Birthday Party
As the Tiger family prepares for Margaret's birthday party, Daniel struggles when the attention is not on him; Daniel feels left out at Margaret's birthday party, until he leads Margaret and friends in a panda game and original birthday song.
Phoebe & Jay Tobsy Speaks; Perfect Potluck
Phoebe and Jay learn how to sort items; Phoebe and Jay learn how to make food labels, so everyone can participate in the potluck.
Sesame Street Elmo's Awesome Bike
Elmo's bike is great, but Abby's bike might be even better; Tamir teaches Elmo how to deal with feeling jealous and to enjoy the things Elmo already has.
Work It Out Wombats! Yo-Ho-Ho: A Sandwich for Mr. E; Balloonie for Youie
The wombats battle sea monsters, surfing scoundrels and pointy rocks on their way to make a sandwich delivery; Mr. E. buys a robot to hand out balloons.
Donkey Hodie The Potato Stand; Clyde's Surprise Playdate
Donkey opens a potato stand so she can share her potatoes with her neighbors; Donkey surprises Clyde with a playdate in the sky.
Rosie's Rules President of the Sandbox; Dino Parade
Rosie and Javi both want to be in charge of the sandbox, so the kids hold an election to choose a president; Rosie and friends try to save the dino parade.
Elinor Wonders Why The Little Drummer; Rest Is Best
Ari tries to be quiet so his sister can take a nap, but a woodpecker keeps making noise outside; the kids learn that all animals need some sort of rest to regain energy and stay healthy.
Alma's Way Singing on the 6 Train; Safina's Doggy Problem
When Tia Gloria can't make it to Alma's spring concert, Alma brings the concert to her; Alma helps Safina with the puppies at the animal clinic.
Molly of Denali No T for Me; Catch My Drift
Tooey is upset when his teacher gives him a nickname; Molly and Walter are on a boat when suddenly the engine fails.
Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum I Am Willard Wigan; I Am Maria Sibylla Merian
Willard Wigan shows Yadina that slowing down can help her make friendship bracelets more carefully; Maria Sibylla Merian shows Brad that he can have fun while waiting for flowers to grow.
Wild Kratts Panda Power Up!
Stuck without power in the bamboo forests of China, the Wild Kratts must figure out how to save the pandas, who are being turned into stuffed toys by villain Zach Varmitech.
Odd Squad The Night Mayor; The Big Stink
Omni and Osric are desperate to get off the night shift and go to a party, but they must first stop a mysterious villain; Orwell and Okra must prevent a flying machine from stinking up Odd Squad's favorite places.
Curious Crew Newton's First Law of Motion
Using bowling balls, beads and bottles to investigate Sir Isaac Newton's first law of motion; making a whacky stack toy; "Curious About Careers" host Genesis.
Virginia Home Grown Clippings Deadly Plants
Explore the world of deadly plants to discover their ecosystem benefits! Tour a private garden to learn about plants with toxic properties that pet owners should avoid. Then visit a group preserving habitat for Virginia's native pitcher plants.
This Old House Suburban Victorian: Let It Show
The renovation of the 1890s Victorian wraps up; touring the house, including its new back extension; the location of the next project is revealed.
Ask This Old House Hang Shades; Steep Landscaping
Installing top-down bottom-up shades to block the outside view for a tiny guard dog; the anatomy of toilet tanks, common failures and how to fix a running toilet; landscaping a steep front yard.
Antiques Roadshow 250 Years of Americana
Items reflect 250 years of American art, artifacts, crafts and collectibles; finds include a flag quilt circa 1880, a Tiffany Studios turtleback glass shade circa 1915 and an 1884 Edison light bulb.
A regular panel of guests from across the political spectrum discuss the biggest international stories of the day.
A detailed look into news stories from around the world from the BBC news desk in Washington, D.C.
PBS News Hour New
Co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett and correspondents offer in-depth analysis of current events.
Finding Your Roots With Henry Louis Gates, Jr. Puritans and Pioneers
Actors Ted Danson, Mary Steenburgen and William H. Macy trace their nonconformist ancestors back to the Puritan establishment.
The American Revolution An Asylum for Mankind
Congress puts George Washington in command of a new Continental Army; Congress declares American independence in July 1776.
Christiane Amanpour leads discussions about world issues and interviews with global leaders.
Finding Your Roots With Henry Louis Gates, Jr. Puritans and Pioneers
Actors Ted Danson, Mary Steenburgen and William H. Macy trace their nonconformist ancestors back to the Puritan establishment.
The American Revolution An Asylum for Mankind
Congress puts George Washington in command of a new Continental Army; Congress declares American independence in July 1776.
Earth's Sacred Wonders House of the Divine
A Muslim paramedic helps fasting worshippers in Jerusalem; a man attempts to save his ancestral spirits in Cambodia; a Buddhist warrior monk in China faces a life-changing test.
Earth's Sacred Wonders Closer to the Divine
In Mali, a young Muslim helps to renovate Djenne's Great Mosque, in the hope of earning a place in paradise; at the sacred Natchi waterfalls in Japan, a Shinto devotee undertakes a challenge to ensure the well-being of his country for another year.
Antiques Roadshow 250 Years of Americana
Items reflect 250 years of American art, artifacts, crafts and collectibles; finds include a flag quilt circa 1880, a Tiffany Studios turtleback glass shade circa 1915 and an 1884 Edison light bulb.
Arthur Speak Up Francine; Waiting for Snow
Francine must overcome her fear of public speaking so she can voice her concern about pollution at the Earth Day rally; Ladonna dreams of skiing and sledding.
Odd Squad Breakfast Club; Dr. O: Party Time, Excellent
Delivery Debbie goes undercover to stop a group of villains; when Olympia finds out Dr. O is leaving, she struggles to throw a great goodbye party.
Wild Kratts The Dhole Duplicator
Martin and Chris borrow Aviva's half finished night vision goggles to search for a mysterious nocturnal creature in the Indonesian forest.
Weather Hunters The Windy Day
It's an exciting day for Lily and her family when they move into their new house.
Lyla in the Loop Stu Needs a Bath; Callaloops
Lyla and Luke clean Stu without a bath; Lyla and Ale find a way to protect the callaloo plants from stink bugs.
Carl the Collector A Collection to Get Rid of; The Button Collection
Carl and his friends clean up the Fuzzytown Park; Carl accidentally breaks the birthday present Sheldon planned to give his mom.