Highlights December 9 to December 15

Monday, December 9th

Discover never-before-seen surprises from ROADSHOW's Season 24 tour: an antique Scottish golf club, a 1777 William Faden Philadelphia map and Andy Warhol "Fiesta Pig" & "Turtle" prints. Which is worth up to $100,000? Antiques Roadshow Junk in the Trunk 10 at 7:00 pm.

Find out if grandma lied about the family goods that include a 1900 Mark Twain letter, a ruby and diamond bracelet and a Babe Ruth & Honus Wagner signed baseball. Does the story of the show-topping $85, 000 find really hold up? Antiques Roadshow Did Grandma Lie? at 8:00 pm.

SANTA SCHOOL is a heartwarming film that follows six would-be Santa Clauses as they take an intensive workshop to learn to dress, walk, and talk like Santa. But who are they and what inspires them to take this path? Santa School at 8:59 pm.

The irreverent documentary DREAMING OF A JEWISH CHRISTMAS tells the story of the unlikely Jewish immigrants who, enamored with Broadway and Hollywood, wrote some of the most popular songs in America: Christmas music. The doc features rarely-seen archival footage, musical performances and interviews. Dreaming of a Jewish Christmas at 9:45 pm.

Tuesday, December 10th

Henry Louis Gates, Jr. traces ancestors of actor John Lithgow and journalist Maria Hinojosa who thrived in North America long before the birth of the United States. Finding Your Roots The New World at 7:00 pm.

Join host Peter Greenberg as he travels through what some call 'the secret coast', small in size, but bursting with history, adventure, spirit, beauty, surprises, and resilience following Hurricane Katrina.In his latest one hour HIDDEN television special, Peter works on a shrimp boat, learns how to deal cards at a casino, and immerses himself with local food, music, art, and culture. America's Hidden Coast: Mississippi at 8:00 pm.

Investigating the deadliest mass shooting in Maine history and missed opportunities to prevent it. With the Portland Press Herald and Maine Public, examining breakdowns with police, military and mental health care before the Lewiston shooting. Frontline Breakdown in Maine at 9:00 pm.

Wednesday, December 11th

Discover the wildlife and landscapes of Portugal, impacted by its history as a global trading hub. From forest to coast, witness the majesty of the country's wild horses, storks, monk seals and more. Nature Portugal: Wild Land on the Edge at 7:00 pm.

In April 2019, the world watched as a devastating fire almost destroyed Paris's iconic Notre Dame Cathedral. Go behind the scenes with a team of engineers, masons, and timber workers tackling the daunting challenges of restoring the historic landmark. NOVA Rebuilding Notre Dame at 8:00 pm.

Thursday, December 12th

Peabody-award winning journalist Michele Norris examines the state of journalism in the United States and how her latest book, "Our Hidden Conversations," provides a window into America's views on race during a tumultuous time. Overheard with Evan Smith Michelle Norris at 7:30 pm.

Chet explores one of Texas's most beautiful and primitive parks. He hikes to scenic overlooks, dives to the bottom of caves, swims in the spring-fed pools, and fishes the flowing river. Finish it up with BBQ at a local general store and it's a great trip. The Daytripper Colorado Bend State Park, TX at 8:00 pm.

Lydia and Ruby visit a convent to make a seemingly miraculous diagnosis, but Lydia?s interference in the destiny of a young nun backfires, bringing Lydia and Ruby to blows. Meanwhile, Maggie and Paul join local pilgrims trekking through the jungle - is Maggie searching for her own miracle? Good Karma Hospital at 8:29 pm.

As the police officers fight to secure a grieving daughter's birthright, Al does something truly terrible to save his own daughter's skin. Hope Street at 9:15 pm.

Friday, December 13th

The vocal and instrumental musical ensembles of Concordia University Irvine invite you to a festive collection of music that brings light, hope, and joy to the season, influenced by the Mexican tradition of Las Posadas. Navidad: A Concordia Christmas at 8:00 pm.

To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the release of their self-titled debut album, the folk punk group Violent Femmes invited the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra to be their "back-up band" in this electrifying concert which mixes classical and rock. Violent Femmes 40th Anniversary with the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra at 9:00 pm.

Saturday, December 14th

Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats and Adia Victoria update soul and blues on ACL. Rateliff and his band perform songs from their LP The Future. Victoria plays tunes from her Americana Music Awards Album of the Year nominated A Southern Gothic. Austin City Limits Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats/Adia Victoria at 7:00 pm.

In this spin-off to the wildly popular Australian mystery series, Phryne Fisher's long-lost niece, Peregrine (Geraldine Hakewill, Wanted), decides to follow in her stylish footsteps as a lady detective for a new era. With the help of the handsome, straitlaced Detective James Steed (Joel Jackson, Peter Allen) and a group of accomplished women, Peregrine investigates murders in 1960s Melbourne. Ms. Fisher's Modern Murder Mysteries at 8:00 pm.

This quirky New Zealand mystery follows DI Mike Shepherd, who arrives to the seemingly peaceful town of Brokenwood with a classic car, a country music collection, and an indeterminate number of ex-wives. His assistant, DC Kristin Sims, is a by-the-book investigator 15 years younger than her boss's car. Shepherd soon discovers that Brokenwood is full of secrets and suspicions. Brokenwood Mysteries at 10:59 pm.

Sunday, December 15th

Explore Doyle's desire to distance himself from Sherlock after the famed detective's apparent death at the Reichenbach Falls, and discover how far Doyle went to make himself the hero of his own story, even taking on the role of detective himself. Lucy Worsley's Holmes vs. Doyle at 7:00 pm.

Skeldale House is busier than ever while Tristan is away serving. James and Helen dream about the future, hoping that James will not be called up to serve. When Mrs. Hall takes a leap of faith, Siegfried offers his support. All Creatures Great and Small on Masterpiece at 8:00 pm.