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Cozy Up with WLRN's Holiday Programs

Kids Holiday Programs

WLRN's daytime schedule has a variety of holiday programs for kids and adults.

As 2020 thankfully comes to a close we can finally look forward to a promising new year. In the meantime, WLRN has a variety of holiday programs for both children and adults to keep your spirits lifted all month long.

Here is your guide to our daytime holiday programming.

  • Monday Dec 7th

8:30a & 4pm WILD KRATTS: A CREATURE CHRISTMAS

The Wild Kratts are celebrating their annual Christmas party, when they receive alerts that Zach Varmitech, Donita Donata, and Gourmand are capturing infant animals from all over the world. They postpone their party in order to stop them.

Rebroadcast Dates:
8:30a December 10th
4:00a December 16th
8:30a December 25th

9:30a NATURE CAT: A NATURE CAROL

In the tradition of the Dickens holiday classic, Nature Cat is visited by the spirits of Nature Past (Daisy), Present (Squeeks) and Future (Hal) on Christmas Eve.

Rebroadcast Dates:
9:30a December 25th

10:30a LET’S GO LUNA! LUNA’S CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD

Let's Go Luna!

The Circo's ship takes a wrong turn and ends up stuck at the South Pole on Christmas Eve. It's up to Luna and the Trio to save Christmas for everyone at the Circo by bringing them all together while also learning how the holiday is celebrated around the world.

Rebroadcast Dates:
10:30a December 18th
10:30a December 25th

3p PEG + CAT+ HOLIDAYS

Peg + Cat

This is a special holiday episode of Peg + Cat featuring 'The Christmas Problem,' 'The Hanukkah Problem,' and 'The Penguin Problem.

Rebroadcast Dates:
3:00p December 21st

  • Tuesday December 8th

11a PINKALICIOUS – GINGERBREAD HOUSE/CHRISTMAS TREE

“Gingerbread House” Pinkalicious and Peter build a pinkamazing gingerbread house that attracts Sarafina, a holiday fairy. But as pieces of the house begin to go missing, it's up to Pinkalicious to find the sneaky snacker before all that's left are crumbs. In "Christmas Tree Trouble" It's time to decorate the Pinkerton's Christmas Tree! But when the box of all of the family's ornaments break hours before the holiday party, it will take some creativity and pinkamagination to bring back the family's Christmas spirit.

Rebroadcast Dates:
11:00a December 14th
11:00a December 24th

1:30p ASK THIS OLD HOUSE – HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM ASK TOH

It's the holiday season at the AskTOH barn! Tom and Kevin build a toy box for Tom's grandson; Kevin travels to UL Laboratories in Chicago to learn about preventing fires from holiday decorations; the guys exchange gifts.

  • Wednesday December 9th

5p CURIOUS GEORGE: A VERY MONKEY CHRISTMAS

Curious George

George and The Man In The Yellow Hat are having a merry time counting down to Christmas. But neither can decide what to give each other. Will they find the answers before Christmas morning?

Rebroadcast Dates:
5:00p December 17th

  • Thursday December 10th

8:30a (repeat) WILD KRATTS: A CREATURE CHRISTMAS

The Wild Kratts are celebrating their annual Christmas party, when they receive alerts that Zach Varmitech, Donita Donata, and Gourmand are capturing infant animals from all over the world. They postpone their party in order to stop them.

  • Sunday December 13th

7:30p A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS

Depressed with all the hype and commercialism over Christmas, Charlie goes in search of the deeper meaning to the holiday.

  • Monday December 14th

11a (repeat) PINKALICIOUS – GINGERBREAD HOUSE/CHRISTMAS TREE

“Gingerbread House” Pinkalicious and Peter build a pinkamazing gingerbread house that attracts Sarafina, a holiday fairy. But as pieces of the house begin to go missing, it's up to Pinkalicious to find the sneaky snacker before all that's left are crumbs. In "Christmas Tree Trouble" It's time to decorate the Pinkerton's Christmas Tree! But when the box of all of the family's ornaments break hours before the holiday party, it will take some creativity and pinkamagination to bring back the family's Christmas spirit.

  • Tuesday December 15th

3:30p READY JET GO! HOLIDAYS IN BOXWOOD TERRACE

Ready Jet Go

Jet directs a play for the annual Boxwood Terrace Christmas Pageant; Jet searches for the Spirit of Christmas, while Mitchell tries to figure out how to become part of the group.

  • Wednesday December 16th

4a CHRISTMAS AT CONCORDIA: GATHER US IN/O CHILD OF PEACE

Concordia College of Minnesota re-imagines the Christmas message with new music embracing peace and reconciliation under the artistic leadership of composer and conductor René Clausen.

NOTE: This program also airs in prime time. These repeat dates only reflect daytime airings. Rebroadcast Dates:
10:00a December 20th
12:00a December 24th

3p PEG + CAT – THE CHRISTMAS PROBLEM

Peg and Cat come to Santa's rescue today. He is tired and needs a break on Christmas Eve.

4p (repeat) WILD KRATTS: A CREATURE CHRISTMAS

The Wild Kratts are celebrating their annual Christmas party, when they receive alerts that Zach Varmitech, Donita Donata, and Gourmand are capturing infant animals from all over the world. They postpone their party in order to stop them.

  • Thursday December 17th

6a SUPER WHY! TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS

The Super Readers are on a special mission to find out why Santa Claus visits children on Christmas.

5p (repeat) CURIOUS GEORGE: A VERY MONKEY CHRISTMAS

George and The Man In The Yellow Hat are having a merry time counting down to Christmas. But neither can decide what to give each other. Will they find the answers before Christmas morning?

  • Friday December 18th

2a ORNAMENT OF THE WORLD

See how Muslims, Jews, and Christians in medieval Spain forged a common cultural identity.

NOTE: This program also airs in prime time. These repeat dates only reflect daytime airings. Rebroadcast Dates:
7:00a December 20th

4a DREAMING OF A JEWISH CHRISTMAS

This musical documentary is about the amazing story of a group of Jewish songwriters who wrote the soundtrack to Christmas.

NOTE: This program also airs in prime time. These repeat dates only reflect daytime airings. Rebroadcast Dates:
11:00a December 20th

7:30a ODD SQUAD – REINDEER GAMES

Olive and Otto help Santa find his reindeer; Oscar helps Ms. O get off Santa's naughty list.

Rebroadcast Dates:
7:30a December 22nd
7:30a December 24th

10:30a (repeat) LET’S GO LUNA! LUNA’S CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD

The Circo's ship takes a wrong turn and ends up stuck at the South Pole on Christmas Eve. It's up to Luna and the Trio to save Christmas for everyone at the Circo by bringing them all together while also learning how the holiday is celebrated around the world.

  • Saturday December 19th

2:30a CHRISTMASTIME IN NEW ORLEANS

A festive holiday special showcasing the music, sights and internationally acclaimed cuisine of New Orleans.

3a WHEATON COLLEGE CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL: MESSIAH, PRINCE OF PEACE

The Wheaton concert choir and symphony orchestra celebrate the story of the Nativity through song.

NOTE: This program also airs in prime time. These repeat dates only reflect daytime airings. Rebroadcast Dates:
9:00a December 20th

9a AMERICA’S TEST KITCHEN – EGGS FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Host Julia Collin Davison makes host Bridget Lancaster a showstopping Orange, Cranberry, and Mint Pavlova. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of vanilla. Finally, Bridget makes Julia foolproof Holiday Eggnog.

Rebroadcast Dates:
12:30p December 22nd

9:30a COOK’S COUNTRY – HOLIDAY FEAST

Test cook Ashley Moore shows host Bridget Lancaster how to make a Crumb-Crusted Rack of Lamb that is perfect for the holidays. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried shows host Julia Collin Davison his top picks of electric knives. Finally, test cook Christie Morrison shows Julia how to make a show stopping Brussels Sprout Gratin.

Rebroadcast Dates:
3:30p December 20th
12p December 22nd

2p SARA’S WEEKNIGHT MEALS – HOLIDAY FOOD GIFTS

Homemade marshmallows made with a hot chocolate mix; cheese crackers and wine; peppermint bark.

  • Sunday December 20th

7a (repeat) ORNAMENT OF THE WORLD

See how Muslims, Jews, and Christians in medieval Spain forged a common cultural identity.

9a (repeat) WHEATON COLLEGE CHRISTMAS: MESSIAH, PRINCE OF PEACE

The Wheaton concert choir and symphony orchestra celebrate the story of the Nativity through song.

10a (repeat) CHRISTMAS AT CONCORDIA: GATHER US IN/O CHILD OF PEACE

Concordia College of Minnesota re-imagines the Christmas message with new music embracing peace and reconciliation under the artistic leadership of composer and conductor René Clausen.

11a (repeat) DREAMING OF A JEWISH CHRISTMAS

This musical documentary is about the amazing story of a group of Jewish songwriters who wrote the soundtrack to Christmas.

2p NATURE: SANTA’S WILD HOME

Get an intimate look at the wildlife of Lapland, a region in northern Finland, the fabled home of Santa Claus and actual home of reindeer, great gray owls, wolverines, eagles, wolves, musk oxen, brown bears and more.

3:30p (repeat) COOK’S COUNTRY – HOLIDAY FEAST

Test cook Ashley Moore shows host Bridget Lancaster how to make a Crumb-Crusted Rack of Lamb that is perfect for the holidays. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried shows host Julia Collin Davison his top picks of electric knives. Finally, test cook Christie Morrison shows Julia how to make a show stopping Brussels Sprout Gratin.

  • Monday December 21

2a ELLA WISHES YOU A SWINGIN’ CHRISTMAS WITH VANESSA WILLIAMS

Enjoy an evening celebrating Ella Fitzgerald’s entire iconic album of holiday classics presented by the American Pops Orchestra.

Rebroadcast Dates:
3:00a December 23rd

5a THE GREAT BRITISH BAKING SHOW – CHRISTMAS MASTERCLASS

After the drama and deliciousness of Baking Show much-missed Mary and Paul are back to bring a generous dollop of baking cheer to Christmas this year. Step by step they take us through stunning recipes that all the family can make during the festive season.

3p (repeat) PEG + CAT + HOLIDAY

This is a special holiday episode of Peg + Cat featuring 'The Christmas Problem,' 'The Hanukkah Problem,' and 'The Penguin Problem.

  • Tuesday December 22nd

3a LUCY WORSLEY’S 12 DAYS OF TUDOR CHRISTMAS

Discover the surprising Tudor origins of some favorite Christmas traditions.

5a THE GREAT BRITISH BAKING SHOW – CHRISTMAS MASTERCLASS

Mary Berry and Paul Hollywood showcase everyone's festive favorites.

7:30a (repeat) ODD SQUAD – REINDEER GAMES

Olive and Otto help Santa find his reindeer; Oscar helps Ms. O get off Santa's naughty list.

12p (repeat) COOK’S COUNTRY – HOLIDAY FEAST

Test cook Ashley Moore shows host Bridget Lancaster how to make a Crumb-Crusted Rack of Lamb that is perfect for the holidays. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried shows host Julia Collin Davison his top picks of electric knives. Finally, test cook Christie Morrison shows Julia how to make a show stopping Brussels Sprout Gratin.

12:30p (repeat) AMERICA’S TEST KITCHEN – EGGS FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Host Julia Collin Davison makes host Bridget Lancaster a showstopping Orange, Cranberry, and Mint Pavlova. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of vanilla. Finally, Bridget makes Julia foolproof Holiday Eggnog.

  • Wednesday December 23rd

3a (repeat) ELLA WISHES YOU A SWINGIN’ CHRISTMAS WITH VANESSA WILLIAMS

Enjoy an evening celebrating Ella Fitzgerald’s entire iconic album of holiday classics presented by the American Pops Orchestra.

4a CHRISTMAS AT BELMONT

Belmont University students along with Michael W. Smith, CeCe Winans and the Nashville Children’s Choir sing holiday songs and festive tunes.

Rebroadcast Dates:
2:00a December 24th
12a December 25th

5a THE GREAT BRITISH BAKING SHOW – CHRISTMAS MASTERCLASS

Mary Berry and Paul Hollywood showcase everyone's festive favorites.

  • Thursday December 24th

12a (repeat) CHRISTMAS AT CONCORDIA: GATHER US IN/O CHILD OF PEACE

Concordia College of Minnesota re-imagines the Christmas message with new music embracing peace and reconciliation under the artistic leadership of composer and conductor René Clausen.

1a CLASSIC CHRISTMAS WITH THE BACH FESTIVAL SOCIETY

Every year, the Bach Festival Society of Winter Park, Florida puts on a performance, which fills the beautiful Knowles Memorial Chapel with the sounds of the holiday season.

Rebroadcast Dates:
4:00a December 25th

2a (repeat) CHRISTMAS AT BELMONT

Belmont University students along with Michael W. Smith, CeCe Winans and the Nashville Children’s Choir sing holiday songs and festive tunes.

3a (repeat) DREAMING OF A JEWISH CHRISTMAS

This musical documentary is about the amazing story of a group of Jewish songwriters who wrote the soundtrack to Christmas.

5a THE GREAT BRITISH BAKING SHOW – CHRISTMAS MASTERCLASS

Mary Berry and Paul Hollywood showcase everyone's festive favorites.

7:30a (repeat) ODD SQUAD – REINDEER GAMES

Olive and Otto help Santa find his reindeer; Oscar helps Ms. O get off Santa's naughty list.

11a (repeat) PINKALICIOUS – GINGERBREAD HOUSE/CHRISTMAS TREE

“Gingerbread House” Pinkalicious and Peter build a pinkamazing gingerbread house that attracts Sarafina, a holiday fairy. But as pieces of the house begin to go missing, it's up to Pinkalicious to find the sneaky snacker before all that's left are crumbs. In "Christmas Tree Trouble" It's time to decorate the Pinkerton's Christmas Tree! But when the box of all of the family's ornaments break hours before the holiday party, it will take some creativity and pinkamagination to bring back the family's Christmas spirit.

  • Friday December 25th

12a (repeat) CHRISTMAS AT BELMONT

Belmont University students along with Michael W. Smith, CeCe Winans and the Nashville Children’s Choir sing holiday songs and festive tunes.

1a (repeat) NATURE: SANTA’S WILD HOME

Get an intimate look at the wildlife of Lapland, a region in northern Finland, the fabled home of Santa Claus and actual home of reindeer, great gray owls, wolverines, eagles, wolves, musk oxen, brown bears and more.

2a CHRISTMAS WITH THE TABERNACLE CHOIR: CHRISTMAS DAY IN THE MORNING

Tony Award winner Kelli O’Hara and renowned actor Richard Thomas join The Tabernacle Choir, Orchestra at Temple Square and Bells at Temple Square for an Americana-themed Christmas special that exudes the warmth and peace of the season.

3a CHRISTMAS CAROLS WITH LUCY WORSLEY

Discover the fascinating and often-surprising history of our most beloved carols, as popular historian Lucy Worsley uncovers their hidden stories.

4a (repeat) CLASSIC CHRISTMAS WITH THE BACH FESTIVAL SOCIETY

Every year, the Bach Festival Society of Winter Park, Florida puts on a performance, which fills the beautiful Knowles Memorial Chapel with the sounds of the holiday season.

8:30a (repeat) WILD KRATTS: A CREATURE CHRISTMAS

The Wild Kratts are celebrating their annual Christmas party, when they receive alerts that Zach Varmitech, Donita Donata, and Gourmand are capturing infant animals from all over the world. They postpone their party in order to stop them.

9:30a (repeat) NATURE CAT: A NATURE CAROL

In the tradition of the Dickens holiday classic, Nature Cat is visited by the spirits of Nature Past (Daisy), Present (Squeeks) and Future (Hal) on Christmas Eve.

10:30a (repeat) LET’S GO LUNA! LUNA’S CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD

The Circo's ship takes a wrong turn and ends up stuck at the South Pole on Christmas Eve. It's up to Luna and the Trio to save Christmas for everyone at the Circo by bringing them all together while also learning how the holiday is celebrated around the world.

1p RICK STEVES EUROPEAN CHRISTMAS

Join Rick Steves for a colorful, musical celebration of Christmas across Europe.

3p (repeat) PEG + CAT + HOLIDAY

This is a special holiday episode of Peg + Cat featuring 'The Christmas Problem,' 'The Hanukkah Problem,' and 'The Penguin Problem.

4p (repeat) WILD KRATTS: A CREATURE CHRISTMAS

The Wild Kratts are celebrating their annual Christmas party, when they receive alerts that Zach Varmitech, Donita Donata, and Gourmand are capturing infant animals from all over the world. They postpone their party in order to stop them.

5p (repeat) CURIOUS GEORGE: A VERY MONKEY CHRISTMAS

George and The Man In The Yellow Hat are having a merry time counting down to Christmas. But neither can decide what to give each other. Will they find the answers before Christmas morning?

Mia Laurenzo is a 35-year veteran of public television in Miami. She began her career learning every aspect of video production. Currently she is a writer, producer, on-air host and promotions coordinator for TV, radio and the web.  Her experiences include producing for a series, special events and historical documentaries.  As a native Floridian, she is a perfect fit for South Florida's Storyteller Station, WLRN.  She has produced several award winning, nationally distributed documentaries and is the recipient of three Suncoast Regional Emmys.  
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