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Find the Spirit of the Season with Rhode Island PBS

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The holidays are right around the corner, and although they may look different this year, you can still find all the Christmas classics, music specials, and seasonal favorites you love on Rhode Island PBS. Join us for these festive programs in the coming weeks – perfect for enjoying the holiday spirit at home.

Christmas with Daniel O’Donnell - November 29 at 4:30 p.m.

Irish vocalist Daniel O’Donnell delivers a stunning and heartfelt medley of carols, hymns, and sing-a-long favorites in this beloved holiday special.

Christmas on the Danube - December 2 at 2:30 p.m.

Travel the majestic Danube River, passing through breathtaking landscapes and tight-knit cities that are particularly spectacular this time of year. Along the way, learn more about these European countries’ history, culture, and Christmas traditions.

Call the Midwife Holiday Special (2018) - December 7 at 2:30 p.m.

Revisit Nonnatus House at Christmastime for this encore presentation of Call the Midwife’s 2018 holiday special.

A Charlie Brown Christmas - December 13 at 7:30 p.m.

Rediscover the true meaning of Christmas with Linus, Lucy, Charlie Brown, and the rest of the Peanuts gang in this holiday classic.

The Kingston Trio: Holiday Cheers - December 14 at 9 p.m.

The Kingston Trio performs a unique blend of seasonal tunes, including selections from their 1960 album The Last Month of the Year.

Christmas in Christ Chapel - December 14 at 10 p.m.

Enjoy a stirring musical performance from the community of Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter, Minnesota. Each year, more than 300 students, faculty, and staff bring this breathtaking program to life through song, dance, spoken word, and the visual arts.

Christmas at St. Paul’s - December 17 at 9 p.m.

An iconic landmark that often hosts British royalty for weddings and holiday celebrations, St. Paul’s Cathedral is one of London’s most storied buildings. This season, go behind-the-scenes as the cathedral prepares to receive more than 45,000 visitors.

Christmas at Concordia - December 17 at 10 p.m.

Embark on a musical journey with the choir of Concordia College in Moorhead, Minnesota. This moving performance includes a broad selection of hymns and carols.

The Lawrence Welk Show: Christmas Special - December 20 at 6 p.m.

Spend an evening with one of TV’s most iconic and beloved hosts, featuring an assortment of musical performances from generations past.

European Christmas Markets - December 24 at 1 p.m.

Explore the heart of European town centers – the market square – as cobblestone streets come alive with festive decorations, food and wine vendors, sweet confections, handcrafted toys, and more.

WSBE Rhode Island PBS transmits over the air in high definition on digital 36.1; Cox 08 / 1008HD, Verizon FiOS 08 / 508HD, and Full Channel 08; Comcast 819HD and Verizon FiOS 18 / 518HD in MA; DirecTV 36, Dish Network 36.