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Make 'Em Laugh: The Funny Business of America

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Sunday, May 10, 17, & 24 at 9 pm

Make 'Em Laugh: The Funny Business of America is a six-hour comedy epic that showcases the most hilarious men, women, and moments in American entertainment and why they made us laugh. Hosted by funnyman Billy Crystal, the documentary explores the currents of American comedy throughout a century of social and political change, illuminating how comedy has tackled and poked fun at our political system, race relations, gender issues, and the prevailing American standards and taboos in everyday life.

State of the Arts Presents: Bonaparte's Retreat

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Friday, May 22 at 8:30 pm

Napoleon's older brother Joseph Bonaparte escaped to New Jersey after his brother?s downfall at Waterloo. He brought extraordinary wealth, lived like a king, and became one of the most famous Frenchman in America. Bonaparte's Retreat tells the story of Joseph's relationship with his famous brother, his escape to America, and the impact he had on America's fascination with all things French.

Heart Healthy Yoga: Yoga for the Rest of Us

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Wednesday, May 27 at 10 pm

Peggy Cappy's latest PBS special, Heart Healthy Yoga: Yoga For The Rest of Us, shows firsthand how yoga can have a positive impact on heart health and how the simplest stretches and exercises can be incorporated into anyone's daily routine. In the program, Cappy shows viewers how the right exercises and yoga poses can dramatically protect the heart and improve overall health and flexibility.

Tim Janis: Celebrate America

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Thursday, May 28 at 8 pm

Join composer Tim Janis, his ensemble, and over five hundred extraordinary high school vocalists from across the state of New Jersey for an encore presentation of Celebrate America, a collection of America's most treasured songs, from "Let There Be Peace on Earth" to "Blowing in the Wind".

Rock, Rhythm and Doo Wop

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Saturday, May 30 at 5 pm

This once-in-a-lifetime reunion of Doo Wop music legends features the original performers, singing their biggest hits. A worldwide search was launched to find the performers, many of whom had dropped out of the music scene years before. Hosted by Frankie Valli, Jerry Butler (The Iceman), and Lloyd Price, the program also boasts performances by Little Anthony & The Imperials, Lenny Welch and a surprise performance of "Keep A-Knockin'" by Little Richard.

Dr. Wayne Dyer: Excuses Begone!

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Sunday, May 31 at 8 pm

On the 10th anniversary of his first public television special, Dr. Wayne Dyer presents a program based on his newest book, Excuses Begone! After identifying the 18 most commonly used, self-defeating excuses, Dr. Dyer teaches viewers a method they can immediately use to change damaging habits and move into new realms of possibility.

PBS KIDS GO!

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Kids can now watch full episodes and short clips, play exciting and new interactive games, customize and create their own playlists, and interact with their favorite characters. Kids can watch what they want, when they want! And they can share this with their friends and vote on what they like. Come visit us at our new interactive website for kids. We're waiting for your vote!



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