Do You Believe In Ghosts? On the Next NOVA, an Interesting Twist!

Scientists have long puzzled over the different fates of identical twins: both have the same genes, yet only one may develop a serious disease like cancer or autism. What’s going on? Does something else besides genes determine who we are? NOVA explores this startling possibility in this program.
The “something else” turns out to be a [...]

Next Time on NATURE: “Violent Hawaii”

Hawaii’s breathtaking beauty was forged in fire, created by the awesome power of volcanoes on land and in the sea, by earthquakes and tsunamis, natural wonders that continue to shape the islands today. Shot in high definition by a team of award-winning filmmakers who live on the islands, this spectacular film features volcanic eruptions, rivers [...]

Do You Enjoy “Mystery” and Live Theatre?

The Wayside Theatre in Middletown, Virginia is holding a special “WVPT Benefit Night” on Friday October 23rd.  YOU can enjoy live theatre with the performance of “Sherlock Holmes Final Adventure”.
WVPT is proud to partner with The Wayside Theatre during their 2009 – 2010 Season.  Just another way that WVPT is YOUR Source for PBS [...]

What is the “Retirement Revolution”?

In this new special hosted by Paula Zahn, we learn that retirement in America is undergoing a revolutionary transformation. When our grandparents and parents retired, they could usually count on a handsome company pension, as well as Society Security and other benefits. Today, few workers in the private sector will enjoy a company pension. And [...]

Come Enjoy the Next WVPT Kids’ Book Festival

Come enjoy a fun-filled community day for everyone at the next WVPT Kids’ Book Festival, Saturday September 26th fromm11am to 3pm at University Hall on the UVA campus in Charlottesville.  Free books for children, free food and family photos PLUS special guest the host of PBS Kids “Miss Rosa” will present two shows to children and [...]

Next Time on NOVA: “Arctic Dinosaurs”

Most people imagine dinosaurs lurking in warm locales with swamps and jungles, dining on vegetation and each other. But this NOVA documentary reveals that many species also survived and thrived in the harsh environments of the north and south polar regions. This program focuses on two high-stakes expeditions and the paleontologists who push the limits of [...]

9/9/09 – What’s So Special? WVPT, That’s What!

On Wednesday September 9th – WVPT celebrates 41 years of serving our PBS audience with programming that educates, enlightens and entertains!  Plus outreach and educational projects that impact teachers and thousands of students across 22 school districts.
Come take a multi-media journey with us in our 42nd season as we strive to be THE community resource [...]