HighlightsNovember 23, 2009

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    American Experience: Seabiscuit

    In 1938, as America was reeling from the Great Depression, a racehorse named Seabiscuit became an unlikely hero.

    Tonight at 10:00pm on KQED 9HD

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    QUEST: Building an Artificial Leaf

    Scientists looking for new energy have turned to a surprising source. They're trying to produce the next generation of green power by mimicking something every weekend gardener works to clean up.

    Today at 6:30am on Radio 88.5 & 89.3

  • Girl with Camera

    Youth Perspectives Contest

    KQED wants to hear from you! Send us a short commentary, video, or photo slideshow on the themes "Coming Out" or "Friday Night." One grand prize winner will be awarded for each theme.

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    Forum: Ed Sullivan's America

    For his new book about the "Ed Sullivan Show," Gerald Nachman interviewed more than 60 artists who performed on the show, including Carol Burnett and Jackie Mason. Nachman joins us to discuss the book.

    Today at 10:00am on Radio 88.5 & 89.3

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Local Events Calendar

Celebrating 50 Years of the SF Mime Troupe

Celebrating 50 Years of the SF Mime Troupe

Thu, November 26: This exhibit includes photographs, props, costumes, scripts, and other eccentric ephemera culled from the San Francisco Mime Troupe's vast archive. Leading a path to the ...

Smuin Ballet Fall Program at Palace of Fine Arts Theatre

Smuin Ballet Fall Program at Palace of Fine Arts Theatre

Thu, November 26: Smuin Ballet's Fall Program opens with a world premiere by choreographer-in-residence Amy Seiwert, accompanied by music from Grammy Award-winning group Kronos Quartet's album Pieces of ...

The Nutcracker at the Zeum

The Nutcracker at the Zeum

Sat, December 5: Don't miss Mark Foehringer Dance Project's new holiday show! Specifically designed for young families and children, 'The Nutcracker' at the Zeum is a new version ...

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KQED Education Network

Education Network

Financial Literacy Resources: Encourage your ESL students to learn about managing money, banking, credit, debt, home financing and loans while practicing listening, reading, speaking and writing skills. Visit our new Financial Literacy website to find out more.