Aug. 15, 2022  | online video | programming | DONATE
Dear friends,
 
This week, KLRN celebrates all things country music with great programming.
 
Tonight, don't miss a farewell concert for one of country music's icons: Kenny Rogers Farewell Concert Celebration – All In For the Gambler at 7PM, followed by Country Pop Legends. On Tuesday, enjoy some of country's biggest stars on Last of The Breed at 8:30PM. Then Thursday at 7PM, catch country music favorite Clint Black, joined onstage by his wife and daughter on Clint Black: Mostly Hits and The Mrs. And on Saturday at 9PM, enjoy a PBS Great Performances special, James Taylor: One Man Band.
 
For sixty years, KLRN has continued its mission to open a world of lifelong learning through trustworthy and enriching programs on-air, online, and in the community. This is made possible through generous contributions, donations, and support from viewers like you. As we look ahead to another six decades and beyond, we remain dedicated to bringing quality programming to South Central Texas. Visit klrn.org/support to learn how you can support our station. Become a KLRN Passport member and receive exclusive access to your favorite PBS shows and more.
 
As always, thanks for watching, 

Arthur Emerson
President & CEO
FRIDAY, AUG. 19
7PM
7:30PM
8PM
9:30PM
On Broadway
SATURDAY, AUG. 20
7PM
Lawrence Welk's Big Band Splash
9PM




ON THE RECORD

Last week, On The Record host Randy Beamer chatted with guests about back to school, immigration and school security, teacher burnout, and more. 

Catch this story and more by watching the full episode at: klrn.org/ontherecord.

New episodes of On The Record premiere Thursdays at 7PM on KLRN.

KLRN MEMBERSHIP DRIVE
Special programming from Saturday, Aug. 13 – Sunday, Aug. 21

Don’t miss great shows like Last of the Breed, Roy Orbison Forever, James Taylor: One Man Band, and the Les Misérables 25th Anniversary Concert, among others.

Your support strengthens our community by providing unparallel programing, events, educational resources and more. 
KLRN is thrilled to announce an all-new season of its original series ¡SALUD!, featuring new host Melanie Mendez-Gonzales. Catch the premiere Thursday, September 8 at 7:30 p.m.

A proud seventh-generation Tejana, Melanie Mendez-Gonzales is the managing partner of MMG Media, LLC and founder of the award-winning blog Que Means What. She uses the digital media landscape to create and amplify stories about Latina leaders, representation of the Latino community and her experiences as a Mexican-American exploring her own identity.

This season, viewers can see one-on-one interviews with Latina leaders including Erika Prosper, Judge Rosie Speedlin-Gonzalez, and national activist Dolores Huerta. 

Learn more by visiting klrn.org/salud.

¡SALUD! on KLRN is supported by Texas Mutual Insurance Company.
KLRN World (9.2)
Wednesday, Aug. 17 at 6PM
YELLOWSTONE SYMPHONY
Travel on a spectacular visual journey through the wonders of America's first national park. Set to classical music from some of the world's best composers, the park's magnificent scenery and wildlife are showcased as they change through the seasons.
KLRN PBS Kids (9.3)
Friday, Aug. 19 at 6:30PM
THE DANIEL TIGER MOVIE: WON'T YOU BE MY NEIGHBOR?
Daniel is hopeful to meet a new friend as the Neighborhood welcomes the new family moving in next door to the Tiger family.
KLRN Create (9.4)
Wednesday, Aug. 17 at 8PM
NO PASSPORT REQUIRED: SEATTLE
Join Chef Marcus Samuelsson as he explores Seattle's thriving Filipino community, learning about their longstanding connection to the city and meeting young Filipino-American chefs who are bringing their passion to the city's vibrant food scene.
POPULAR on KLRN Passport

GERSHWIN PRIZE: GARTH BROOKS
Enjoy an all-star tribute to Garth Brooks, the 2020 recipient of the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song, with performances by Garth Brooks, as well as Trisha Yearwood, Keith Urban, Chris Stapleton, Keb' Mo', Lee Brice, and the Howard Gospel Choir — hosted by Jay Leno.
WEEKLY PICK on KLRN Passport

CAPITAL: EPISODE 1
A mysterious note reading “We Want What You Have” is dropped through every letterbox on Pepys Road. Who has sent the message? And are they still watching the residents? Before long, the ripples caused by the note touch every corner of the community – and the residents of Pepys Road see their lives transformed.