Saturday, July 4th TV listings for PBS (WTVP) Central Illonois, IL HD
Xavier Riddle Celebrates American Heroes: Innovators
Xavier and his friends meet American innovators Katherine Johnson, the Wright brothers, Temple Grandin, Benjamin Banneker and Grandmaster Flash.
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.
Curious Traveler Curious Warsaw
Warsaw Royal Castle; Sigismund's Column; Lazienki Palace; Frédéric Chopin; pierogies.
Fons & Porter's Love of Quilting Blueberry Jam
The blueberry jam quilt features pinwheels, partial seams and different shades of blue that create a transparency effect.
Quilting Arts Express Yourself
Weaving fabric and ribbons together to make a piece of fiber art; getting creative with paint, ink, stamping and printing.
Garden Smart Gardens From the Ocean to the Inter-Coastal
A historic home with a diverse plant selection in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.
A South Carolina family that has been raising peaches for nearly a century; bringing in the harvest in the cranberry bogs of Massachusetts; maple sugaring in Vermont; California farmers find new overseas markets for their strawberries.
Family Plot: Gardening in the Mid-South
Horticulture expert Dr. Chris Cooper and other experts share their garden wisdom and answer e-mails and letters about lawn and gardens.
America's Test Kitchen Turkey Lasagna and Chocolate Sorbet
Turkey sausage lasagna; sugar; a refreshing chocolate sorbet.
This Old House Asheville: Out of the Mountains
Kevin helps in Swannanoa while Jenn checks in with homeowner Melinda as FEMA clears damaged trees; Mark tours an historic Inn; Richard joins building science experts who air seal Paula's house.
Ask This Old House Planting Arborvitaes, Storage Rack
Lee helps a homeowner plant a row of arborvitae trees for a privacy border; Mark breaks down the various tools that can be found in the average fireplace set; Tom and Kevin demonstrate how to build a storage rack for container totes using 2x4s.
The Garage With Steve Butler The Nemo
A paddle boat equipped with a porthole and glass bottom window.
Woodsmith Shop Special Guest: Char Miller-King
Woodworker Char Miller-King builds a bookcase along with some help.
Volunteer Woodworker Way Outside the Box
Jerry Spady thinks outside the box every day, spending most of his time exploring new frontiers and creating woodworking projects born from a unique vision.
Christopher Kimball's Milk Street Television Thai Takeout
Thai-style coconut and chicken soup; the art of hot and sour soup with chicken and mushrooms; Thai salad rolls with green chili dipping sauce.
Hosts Yu Hayami and Patrick Harlan, with the help of Japanese chefs Tatsuo Saito and Rika Yukimasa, introduce Americans to the techniques, ingredients and harmony of Japanese cuisine.
Louisiana Coastal Cooking Restoring Wild Habitats
Advocates from Nuñez Community College and CRCL work to restore wild habitats; monitoring cypress trees on the Violet Canal; roasted quail with figs and garlic sauce; Drago's blackened gator tacos; blackened gator macaroni and cheese.
Kitchen Curious With Vivian Howard Beans & Rice
Dried vs. canned beans; rice varieties; Tidewater Grain's rice revival; pinto bean, sausage and rice bake.
Compass Points From PBS News New
Experts analyze prominent international affairs topics and America's role in a shifting world.
Rick Steves' Europe Southeast England
Traveling from Canterbury to Dover; hiking the trails atop the cliffs of the South Downs; seaside resort of Brighton; the naval heritage of Portsmouth includes a collection of historic sailing ships.
The World According to Polka Simply Slavic
The Chardon Band visits the Simply Slavic festival in Youngstown, Ohio, for music, food, libations and a look at folk traditions.
The Lawrence Welk Show Show Stoppers
Songs include "That's Entertainment," "St. Louis Blues," "Eres Tu" and "Over the Rainbow."
A fresh, informative, totally original, locally produced show that explores noteworthy, and sometimes offbeat, people, places and experiences in Central Illinois. Co-hosts Phil Luciano and Julie Sanders.
Rob "The SharkFarmer" Sharkey brings his no-nonsense take on farming, farm life and the rural/urban divide to Central Illinois.
Rosalind delivers a baby with a suspicious spinal lesion and Dr. Turner suspects spina bifida; a gas explosion causes chaos.
State & Water Good Morning Bedlam- Part 1
America -- Made in Virginia: 250 Years Together New Live
Celebrating America's 250th anniversary from historic Colonial Williamsburg with live musical performances, historical interpretation and fireworks.
Tradfest: The Fingal Sessions a tri
Host Fiachna Ó Braonáin, singer-songwriters Wallis Bird and Evie join concertina wizard Brenda Castles to share songs, stories and tunes about bees, folklore, Germany and more.
Energy Switch Fertilizers
Benefits, challenges and potential solutions to using fertilizer.
State & Water Ignite Peoria
The Kimberley: Australia's Wild West Into The Fire New
Exploring ancient fire traditions and a sugar glider's daring escape from the flames.
Rosalind delivers a baby with a suspicious spinal lesion and Dr. Turner suspects spina bifida; a gas explosion causes chaos.
America -- Made in Virginia: 250 Years Together New Live
Celebrating America's 250th anniversary from historic Colonial Williamsburg with live musical performances, historical interpretation and fireworks.
A fresh, informative, totally original, locally produced show that explores noteworthy, and sometimes offbeat, people, places and experiences in Central Illinois. Co-hosts Phil Luciano and Julie Sanders.
Washington Week With The Atlantic
A panel of journalists provides reporting and analysis of the major stories emanating from the United States capital.
Mister Rogers' Neighborhood Respecting All Living Creatures
Bob Trow's dog Barney stays with Fred Rogers; King Friday wants to give Ana a parrot.
Arthur Arthur Makes Waves; It Came From Beyond
Arthur and D.W. look for a place to keep cool; Grandma Thora takes in a stray dog.
Wild Kratts Moose Nibbles
The Kratt brothers take a day off from adventuring to go camping, where they meet a mischievous little moose calf.
Weather Hunters Properly Prepared
As a hurricane approaches, the Hunter kids learn about preparation and safety, moving furniture inside and checking their emergency supplies.
Lyla in the Loop Soccer Practice Practice; Sibling Swap
Lyla and Everett coach Luke, Stu and Idris in soccer drills before their first practice; Liana and Louise decide to switch rooms with Lyla and Luke.
Carl the Collector A Wiggle Waggle Worries; The Pine Cone Collection
Sheldon can't wait for Carl to play his favorite beach game; Lotta and her friends search for Lotta's lost blanket.