Events

Reel Opinions: Walking with Dinosaurs

Join WGTE's Tv Programming and Engagement Coordinator Cathy Kamenca at Way Public Library for Reel Opinions: Walking with Dinosaurs Episode 6 – Island of Giants, October 23rd at 2 p.m.

Inspired by a remarkable discovery in Portugal, this is the story of Lusotitan, a colossal, long-necked dinosaur - one of the largest ever to walk the Earth - 150 million years ago, as it embarks on a quest for love.Learn More

FREE Advance Teacher Screening | Ken Burns "The American Revolution"

WGTE Public Media, your local PBS station, is pleased to invite you to a FREE special advance screening of The American Revolution, a new documentary film by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt.

Each evening begins with a special gathering for educators, featuring refreshments, giveaways, and an introduction to PBS LearningMedia resources and multimedia challenges connected to the film. Following the screening, a local historian will provide additional context and insights:

October 30 – Dr. Ami Pflugrad-Jackisch, Professor and Chair of the History Department at the University of Toledo, will discuss Ohio’s role during the Revolutionary era.

November 12 – Dr. Shirley Green, historian, Director of Toledo Police Museum and author of Revolutionary Blacks, will share the story of her family’s involvement in the Revolutionary War.

Evening Schedule:

6:30 p.m. – Educator gathering in the McMaster Education Center

7:00 p.m. – Screening in the WGTE studio

7:30 p.m. – Historian presentation

For questions, contact Allison Mackin at allison_mackin@wgte.org or 419-380-4635.Learn More

Ken Burns "The American Revolution" Screener

WGTE Public Media, is pleased to invite you to a special advance screening of The American Revolution, a new documentary film by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. These free events will be held on Thursday, October 30 and Wednesday, November 12 at WGTE, 1270 S. Detroit Ave. Toledo, Ohio. Following the screening, a local historian will provide additional context and insights:

October 30 – Dr. Ami Pflugrad-Jackisch, Professor and Chair of the History Department at the University of Toledo, will discuss Ohio’s role during the Revolutionary era.

November 12 – Dr. Shirley Green, historian, Director of Toledo Police Museum and author of Revolutionary Blacks, will share the story of her family’s involvement in the Revolutionary War.

This event is free and open to the public. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m.

There will be light refreshments before and after the screening, door prizes, and station tours.Learn More