WPSU Kids Day at DelGrosso’s
Daniel Tiger is coming to DelGrosso’s Park and Laguna Splash! Meet Daniel, play games, make crafts, and go on a scavenger hunt! Continue »
Saturday, June 28, from 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
The Latest from WPSU
Make Peace or Die: Honor the Fallen
Riddled with survivor's guilt after his unit lost 17 men during "Operation Enduring Freedom" in Afghanistan, Marine veteran Anthony Marquez makes it his mission to reconnect with the Gold Star families of the fallen. By carving and hand-delivering a battlefield cross for each of the families affected by loss, Anthony finds the path to heal himself. Continue »
Monday, May 26, at 10:00 p.m.
Related Topics: Mental Health
Defying Death on the Atlantic
The World’s Toughest Row, where unassisted rowing boats cross the Atlantic Ocean from the Canary Islands to Antigua. For a team of four veterans, it was the ultimate test of body and mind, and an opportunity to raise funds and awareness for other vets suffering with mental illness. Then tragedy struck and they were stranded in a life raft waiting to be rescued. This their story. Continue »
Sunday, May 18, at 3:00 p.m.
Related Topics: Mental Health
American Delivery
In the U.S., where more women die in childbirth than in any other wealthy nation, the joys of pregnancy and motherhood are often overshadowed by fear. The film interweaves the stories of women and their families across the U.S. as they navigate the challenges of pregnancy, mental health, childbirth, and the postpartum period. It paints a joyous portrait of the moment babies come into the world and the heroic efforts of families and communities to catch new mothers before they fall through the broken health safety net. Continue »
Wednesday, May 7, at 3:00 p.m.
Related Topics: Mental Health
Next to Normal
Grammy nominee Caissie Levy stars in the story of a suburban family struggling with the effects of mental illness. This Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning Broadway musical directed by Michael Longhurst from London’s Donmar Warehouse features Levy (Broadway’s "Frozen") as a troubled suburban wife and mother living with bipolar disorder and haunted by her past. Continue »
Friday, May 9, at 9:00 p.m.
Related Topics: Mental Health
Miss Austen
Notoriously known for burning Jane’s letters, did Cassandra Austen truly protect her famous sister’s reputation? Immerse in this literary mystery, reimagined as a fascinating, witty, and heart-breaking tale of sisterly love. Continue »
Sundays, May 4 - May 18, from 9:00 p.m.–
WPSU Poetry Contest Winners
Thank you to every student who submitted their poem for the 2025 Poetry Writing Contest. Join us in celebrating the top three poems selected from each grade band for the 2025 Poetry Writing Contest! Read the winning poems Listen to the winners read their poems on WPSU’s Poetry Moment Continue »
Event Highlights
2025 WPSU Poetry Contest Winners
Join us in celebrating the top three poems selected from each grade band for the 2025 Poetry Writing Contest! Continue »
Year-Round Gardening
Growing Tomatoes in Containers
Easy tips for growing tomatoes in containers. Watch »
How Federal Funding for WPSU Works—and Why It’s Essential
Federal funding for WPSU helps ensure that people in central and northern Pennsylvania—whether in rural valleys, small towns, or growing cities—have equal access to free, trusted, high-quality public media. However, as NPR, the New York Times and other news outlets have reported, the Trump administration has indicated it wants to rescind $1.1 billion in federal support to public media. This includes funding for the next two years, already approved by Congress. Continue »
Past PA
Colonial Conflict: Pennsylvania & the Road to Revolution
Pennsylvanians played a major role in the coming of the American Revolution. Watch »
Past PA
French & Indian War: Roots of the American Revolution
The French & Indian War laid the groundwork for the American Revolution. Watch to learn more. Watch »
Red Sweater Day
Wear your read sweater and join us at the WPSU studios for a fun family event featuring visits with Daniel Tiger, FREE popcorn, and a group photo of everyone in their red sweaters at 5:30 p.m. Continue »
Thursday, May 1, at 5:00 p.m.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Take action to break the stigma, have your voice heard, and be part of the conversation. Continue »
Discovering Maggie Smith
A look at the remarkable on-screen career of Dame Maggie Smith (1934-2024), one of Britain's most prolific actresses. Her extraordinary film career took off with her role in Nowhere to Go (1958), for which she received her first BAFTA nomination. Two Academy Awards later, Smith had reached the pinnacle of success. Her later hit roles included Dowager Countess of Grantham in Downton Abbey and Professor Minerva McGonagall in the Harry Potter films. Continue »
Monday, April 21, at 9:00 p.m.
The Future of Nature
There’s a growing army of inspiring people, fighting to save nature - a movement that’s going to help nature draw down carbon and perhaps save us all from the effects of climate change. Narrated by Uma Thurman. Continue »
Wednesdays, March 26 - April 16, from 10:00 p.m.–
Conversations Live
Get Your Garden On! (Spring 2025)
Penn State Extension educators share their expertise on everything from taking care of your lawn, to spring gardening tasks, to proper watering. Watch »
Thursday, April 17, at 8:00 p.m.
Community
Adulting
Adulting is a digital series offering tips for graduating high schoolers and recent college students entering the adult world. Our first season focuses on demystifying the world of personal finance. Continue »
Culinary Connections
Food Is Our Love Language
The story of the Tate family and their 40 years of serving the communities of DuBois and Clymer, Pa. Watch »
Saturday, January 25
Culinary Connections
Kane Food Scene
The story of how Kane, Pa. boasts a thriving food scene with a mix of comfort food and fine dining. Watch »
Saturday, January 18
Culinary Connections
Learning with Laura
The savory story of Cafe Laura, which includes young talent, teamwork, and a love for hospitality. Watch »
Saturday, January 11
Culinary Connections
Creating Balance
This is the story of how Amanda Artim created Balance Restaurant in Johnstown, Pa. Watch »
Saturday, January 4, at 8:00 p.m.
A Season at Shaver’s Creek
Winter: A Hard Freeze and a Watering Hole
A look at a cold winter at Shaver's Creek, complete with a watering hole just in front of our trail camera. Watch »
Conversations Live
A Conversation on the NCAA and NIL
Join us as we discuss the effects that Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) policies have had on the NCAA, student-athletes and universities as a whole. We'll talk about what the future holds for NIL, and what some negative consequences might unfold. Continue »
Thursday, March 20
Year-Round Gardening
Composting Made Easy
Learn how composting boosts plant health, cuts landfill waste, and creates nutrient-rich soil. Watch »
Call the Midwife, Season 14
It is the beginning of a new decade in Poplar. Set in 1970, chaos erupts as the Isle of Dogs bid for independence. Amid the turmoil, the midwives work tirelessly to keep Nonnatus House running while addressing complex social and health challenges. Continue »
Sundays, March 30 - May 18, from 8:00 p.m.–
World Kitchen
Thailand 2
Hubert H. Humphrey Fellow Kallaya Tantiyaswasdikul will share a traditional Thai dish called "Tod Mun Goong" or Shrimp Cakes. Watch »
Caregivers Toolkit Activities
These videos are a companion to WPSU’s Caregivers toolkit. Wombat Wiggle Song Carrot Cake Dance (Full Episode) Daniel Tiger Freeze Dance Lyla in the Loop – Sanitation Situation/Stu Rides the Bus (Full Episode) Watch on PBSKids.org Jamming on the Job Podcast Listen on PBSKids.org Continue »
Production News
Support “Beyond the Finish Line”
On it’s surface, Special Olympics is an inclusive global sports movement for individuals with intellectual disabilities. But Special Olympics is more that sports…much more. The Inclusive Health program provides free health screenings for all athletes. Through fitness and nutrition education, Special Olympics is helping make this a healthier world. And when given training and opportunity, […] Continue »
Decoding Microchips: Resources to support STEELS implementation
Join WPSU as we launch a new educational video series focused on microchips! Faculty from Penn State’s Department of Materials Science and Engineering will demystify some of the key concepts of developing semiconductors so that educators can feel more confident in implementing STEELS standards and supporting their students learning. Act 48 credit is available. Continue »
Wednesday, May 7, from 5:30 p.m.–7:00 p.m. (Virtual)
Marie Antoinette, Season 2
Marie Antoinette knows that her enemies are waiting to destroy her as she and Louis face an unprecedented financial crisis. Provence and Chartres stir up the hatred of the nobles while disastrous consequences loom as the revolt rumbles on. Continue »
Sundays, March 23 - May 11, from 10:00 p.m.–
Year-Round Gardening
Beekeeping: Getting Started
Quick beekeeping tips for beginners looking to start a hive. Watch »
Wolf Hall: The Mirror and The Light
Wolf Hall: The Mirror and The Light traces the final years of Thomas Cromwell’s (Mark Rylance) life and journey to become the most influential figure of his time under the notorious King Henry VIII (Damian Lewis). Jonathan Pryce, Kate Phillips, Lilit Lesser, and Thomas Brodie-Sangster return in their original roles. Continue »
Sundays, March 23 - April 27, from 9:00 p.m.–
World Kitchen
Armenia
Join host Tamra Fatemi-Badi as she welcomes Hubert H. Humphrey Fellow Arevik Petrosyan to the World Kitchen. Arevik will share a traditional Armenian dish called "Zhingyalov Hats" and a yogurt-based drink called "Tahn." Watch »
Conversations Live
Avoiding Scams
Host Carolyn Donaldson talks with our guests on some of the latest scams people have encountered, how to spot them, keeping your private information safe, and more. Watch »
Thursday, February 20
WPSU Digital Shorts
Beetles, butterflies & the science of bugs at the Frost Entomological Museum
Beetles, butterflies and insects of all sorts are on display at the Frost Entomology Museum at Penn State University. Watch »
WPSU Digital Shorts
Eagles Mere Toboggan Slide
The Eagles Mere toboggan slide, which runs down Lake Avenue and ends on the frozen lake, is open for the first time in 11 years. Watch »
Year-Round Gardening
Cleaning Garden Tools
Learn easy tips to clean your gardening tools to stop rust, prevent disease and give them longer life. Watch »
New
Galentine’s Day Fundraiser and Screening Event
Join us for a SWEET day with your friends this Galentine’s Day for a cupcake decorating workshop with Heather Luse from Delectable Delights. Following the cupcake decorating join us for a reception of delectable chocolates, coffee, and tea, and then enjoy a screening of Keystone Stories: Sweets. Continue »
Thursday, February 13, from 5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.