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 »
The Latest from WPSU
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.
Funny Woman, Season 2
Sophie Straw is on a high. She’s a TV star; she’s got good friends and her romance with Dennis is full of promise. But trouble is just around the corner. Will Sophie be able to embrace her real life and challenge outdated conventions? Continue »
Sundays, February 2 - February 23, from 10:00 p.m.–
Black History Month on WPSU
WPSU is proud to present special programming to commemorate Black History Month, as part of its commitment to celebrating the diversity of America year-round. Continue »
World Kitchen
Costa Rica
Join host Tamra Fatemi-Badi as she welcomes Hubert H. Humphrey Fellow Karla Miranda to the World Kitchen. Karla will share a very traditional Costa Rican meal called Pinto Gallo. Watch »
Pennsylvania Pathways
Restaurant Manager
Meladie Bailey is the day manager at Luigi’s Ristorante in Dubois and says that from day one she has always been in restaurants. Continue »
Pennsylvania Pathways
Sensor Technology Engineer
Jim Barshinger is a transducer engineer who designs ultrasound sensor technology at Sensor Networks, Inc. in State College, Pa. Watch »
Year-Round Gardening
Poinsettia Care
Quit tips to keep poinsettia's healthy and vibrant for the holiday season. Watch »
2025 WPSU Poetry Writing Contest
Share your poetry with WPSU for our annual Poetry Writing Contest! We are excited to read poetry from students across Central PA in grades Kindergarten through 12th Grade. Continue »
Submit your entry by Friday, February 28