WINTER 2025-2026

A WORD FROM OUR GENERAL MANAGER, DEANNA MACKEY

The holidays are here, and I am heading into this season with hope and gratitude. Over the last few months many of you have sent messages of support in light of Congress eliminating funding to the entire public media system. Your words of encouragement, increased donations, and advocacy to encourage others to support us has contributed to my unbridled optimism that KPBS will continue to thrive for generations to come.

Double the Drama

Solve mysteries with "Miss Scarlet" in Victorian London, then follow your heart to the Dales with "All Creatures Great & Small" on "MASTERPIECE."

Holiday Cheer

From special performances to holiday classics, KPBS TV has everything you need to make this a season to remember. Celebrate with:

• "A Celebration of Hanukkah" 
• "Too Hot To Handel: The Gospel Messiah"
• "KPBS Holiday Choir Special"
• "Call The Midwife: Holiday Special"
•  and more!

Hear the Holidays on KPBS Radio

Celebrate the season with special programs filled with music, storytelling and timeless traditions — from the glow of Hanukkah lights to the grandeur of Vienna on New Year’s Day.

Join the Club

Make a lasting impact in 2026 by joining the KPBS Producers Club. Members support independent journalism, inspiring storytelling and educational programming — and enjoy exclusive behind-the-scenes experiences and special events.

Inside the Kitchen

Mark your calendars and get your tickets early! "America’s Test Kitchen" is coming to San Diego this February. Join Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster for a night of culinary inspiration, favorite recipes and cooking tips from two of the world’s best chefs.

Sinister Secrets

Mystery awaits in the English countryside! Don’t miss the new season of "Midsomer Murders," where DCI Barnaby and DS Winter uncover fresh crimes hidden beneath Midsomer’s peaceful charm.

100 Episodes!

Celebrate a milestone with "Ken Kramer’s About San Diego!" Tune in for the 100th episode and enjoy memorable stories and highlights from nearly 50 years of broadcasting in San Diego.

Celebrate KPBS

Give thanks this holiday season with "We ❤ Public Television!," a three-hour telethon celebrating 55 years of free public media. Enjoy musical performances, celebrity appearances and iconic PBS moments — and help support KPBS.

Battle for Books

"The Librarians," a new documentary from "Independent Lens," explores the nationwide impact of book bans and the courageous efforts of those protecting education, democracy and First Amendment rights. Witness their fight to keep knowledge and ideas accessible for all.

Hidden Connections

Season 12 of "Finding Your Roots" uncovers the family histories of today’s most fascinating stars. From Lizzo to Spike Lee, explore surprising connections, resilience and identity in this compelling journey through ancestry and heritage.

'Parenthood'

Discover the extraordinary world of animal parenting in "Parenthood," a new five-part miniseries from "Nature." Narrated by Sir David Attenborough, this breathtaking series reveals astonishing behaviors and the sacrifices animals make to ensure their young survive.

Drive Change Today

Turn your old car into community impact! Donate your vehicle to KPBS — it’s fast, free and supports the programs you love.

Questions about your membership?

Call our Member Services Department at 1 (888) 399-5727 or email membership@kpbs.org.