A NOTE FROM SYLVIA As the shortest month of the year kicks off and we gradually gain daylight, I make sure to find time to enjoy these sunny, wintery days. I love how Minnesotans find unique ways to brave the chill. From cross-country skiing to ice fishing to a favorite of mine, cozying up with a book by the fireplace, we find ways to thrive during the cold weather. As we begin our subtle thaw into spring, I am excited to share some wonderful programming available on-air, on-demand and online on Twin Cities PBS. This month, we’re premiering a new Minnesota Experience documentary, Film in the Cities: Radical Roots of Youth Media . The film explores the story of a group of young artist-teachers who launched a groundbreaking arts education program centered on filmmaking here in the Twin Cities. At its core, the story explores the unadulterated joy of burgeoning young filmmakers in the 1970s. Watch the premiere on Monday, February 21 at 8 p.m. on TPT 2 or stream online at tpt.org/minnesotaexperience . In last month’s magazine, we highlighted a new web series that is part of TPT’s Racism Unveiled initiative – That Got Weird . Pairing audio interviews with Black, Indigenous, and people of color and animated characters, the series of short videos reflects on the personal stories of Minnesotans who experience tokenism, microaggressions and racism. Look for the series on YouTube at YouTube.com/TPTOriginals . February also marks the beginning of Black History Month. To honor the contributions of African Americans, the TPT 2 schedule includes a new episode of American Masters on Marion Anderson, The Whole World in Her Hands , airing on February 8 at 8 p.m.; American Experience: The American Diplomat , airing February 15 at 7 p.m.; and on our TPT LIFE channel, Ella Fitzgerald: Just One of Those Things , airing February 5 at 7 p.m. Check out a list of additional Black History Month shows at tpt.org/blackhistory . As we continue to work toward our strategic vision (learn more at tpt.org/2030 ), we are so proud of the work we share with our community. Stay warm and, as always, thank you for your support.
Best Regards, Sylvia Strobel President and CEO, Twin Cities PBS
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