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Events and Happenings from WKAR Public Broadcasting at Michigan State University in East Lansing. Home to WKAR-TV, 90.5 FM, AM 870, WKAR Classical, WKAR Jazz and WKAR Folk Alley.

WORKSHOP: Imagine, Create, and Play
Middle schoolers! Learn how to create video games at this FREE workshop from WKAR. Saturday, Feb. 11. More info and SIGN UP HERE. | Jan 24, 2012

WKAR/College of Comm Arts Present Video Game Workshop
Middle schoolers invited to attend free "Imagine, Create and Play Workshop" on February 11 and learn about and how to create video games. | Jan 17, 2012

Holiday Merriment from WKAR
A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols, Songs for the Season with the MSU Children's Choir, Merrily Caroling - BackStage Pass and much more. | Dec 20, 2011

WKAR Collects 978 Pounds of Food
Greater Lansing Food Bank picked up WKAR's donation! Thanks to all who contributed and our partners at MSU Library and College of Communication Arts and Sciences for their support! | Dec 19, 2011

WKAR Partners for "Nova" Science Cafe
Laura Frelich, MD (College of Human Medicine, MSU) offers a timely look at "The Flu and Vaccinations - Facts and Misconceptions." Mon., Dec. 5, 7 p.m., Dusty's Cellar. Free. | Nov 28, 2011

Women, War and Peace
Three Michigan Profiles with video are available now. | Nov 9, 2011

WKAR Hosts Food Bank Drive
Bring donations for the Greater Lansing Food Bank to WKAR's lobby in Communication Arts Bldg. or MSU Main Library, Nov. 1-Dec. 15. | Oct 28, 2011

Women, War and Peace -- A Local Look
WKAR Newsroom's piece on Lansing refugee Shafiqha Sulaiman adds depth to national PBS series. Video report online. | Oct 17, 2011

Women, War and Peace -- Calendar of Events
The TV series, radio features, online extras and community events are summarized here. | Oct 17, 2011

Choosing Health: Meet Zonya
5-9pm Tue., Oct. 18. Zonya Foco, Dr. Stacy Leatherwood and more featured at free CAHA event | Oct 11, 2011

Bob Blackman Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award
Folk Alliance award recognizes 27 years of the folk tradition and other significant accomplishments. | Sep 26, 2011

WKAR Partners for "Nova" Science Cafe
Dr. Joe Vinson, Univ. of Scranton, offers a "Scientific Look at Marijuana." September 26, 7 p.m., Dusty's Cellar. Free. | Sep 19, 2011

WKAR Radio and TV Offer 9/11 Programming
Included are daily local radio features, a special 9/11 concert and information on community events. | Sep 5, 2011

2011 WKAR Fall Preview
WKAR's sneak peek at the upcoming radio and television seasons, plus a tribute to arts advocate Ken Beachler. RESERVATIONS ARE CLOSED. | Aug 23, 2011

Meet Dean Pamela Whitten
An introduction to the dynamic woman overseeing Broadcasting Services. | Jul 18, 2011

Meet Gary Reid
Gary Reid will oversee broadcasting as acting director of WKAR Radio and Television. | Jul 18, 2011

WKAR Joins MSU's College of Communication Arts and Sciences
Broadcasting Services transition was effective July 1. Dean Pamela Whitten and Gary Reid now oversee WKAR productions, activities. | Jul 11, 2011

WKAR's DeAnne Hamilton to Leave Station
New reporting arrangement will link WKAR to MSU Communication Arts and Sciences. | Jul 1, 2011

Summer Solstice Jazz Festival
Kick off summer at this free event, hosted by WKAR personalities and featuring jazz favorites. | Jun 13, 2011

Let's Give Them Something to Talk About!
Here's some good news about the audience for public television online and off! | May 2, 2011

Your Chance to Speak Out on Issues Important to Michigan
Gov. Snyder's plan for Michigan's tax policy. Will it extend the money in Michigan's school fund to higher ed? Meetings in Grand Rapids and Lansing on April 25 and April 27. | Apr 21, 2011

WKAR's Rob South Receives AP Award
"Trebuche Day" Story Recognized. | Mar 21, 2011

WKAR Programs Honored with Michigan Broadcasting Awards
"QuizBusters," "Off the Record," "BackStage Pass" and Kevin Lavery's Report on Homeless honored. | Mar 14, 2011

Funding Update
The Continuing Resolution that passed this weekend will go to the Senate for revisions on February 28. Contacting your senators regarding your feelings on funding is important. If you already have, thanks! | Feb 21, 2011

Tell Congress What You Think
| Feb 14, 2011

'BackStage Pass' Features MSU Voice Faculty
The MSU College of Music Voice Faculty offer selections by Puccini, Verdi, Strauss and Gershwin. | Feb 7, 2011

You're Invited to WKAR Night at Kresge Art Museum
Be our guest for a special evening on February 10. Enjoy a stunning exhibit, refreshment and more! | Jan 31, 2011

Cruise Europe's Rivers with Burt Wolf
Sign up for river cruises with Burt that could take you to Germany, Holland, France and Austria. | Jan 17, 2011

MSU Fall Commencements
Watch online now -- MSU Commencement ceremonies with speakers/honorees Earvin 'Magic' Johnson, Maestro Leonard Slatkin, Jeffery R. Immelt and Dr. Elinor Ostrom. | Jan 5, 2011

Make Your Reservation!
Create a unique hot glass gift and support public media at the same time! WKAR Day at Fireworks Glass. Sat., Dec. 4. A limited number of reservations remain. | Nov 19, 2010

WKAR Radio Reading Service Endowment Receives Gift
The Michigan Braille Transcribing Fund presented WKAR Radio Reading Service and director Brad Walker with a gift of $40,000. | Nov 15, 2010

PBS NewsHour Now Available 24/7 Via Phone
A new partnership enables access to "PBS NewsHour" from any phone without an APP or Data Plan. | Oct 25, 2010

WKAR Responds to Termination of Juan Williams Contract
An open letter from WKAR General Manager DeAnne Hamilton. | Oct 25, 2010

East Lansing Film Festival
Screening independent and foreign feature, documentary, short and student films from around the world. WKAR is pleased to be a sponsor of this community event. Oct. 20-28. | Oct 11, 2010

Radio Reading Service Celebrates 37 Years!
Valuable service helps those who cannot read the printed page get news and information. Do you know someone it could help? | Oct 4, 2010

"The Tenth Inning" -- WKAR Night at Michigan Theatre
Join WKAR in Jackson for a big-screen presentation of Ken Burns' "The Tenth Inning." Tuesday and Wednesday, September 28 and 29, at 8 p.m. | Sep 27, 2010

WKAR Tower and Antenna Project
A new project to enhance reception of WKAR TV and 90.5 signals includes construction of a replacement tower and installation of a new broadcast antenna | Sep 21, 2010

Now Online! WKAR Fall Preview Video
If you couldn't join us for the fall preview, you can still get a look WKAR's "starting line-up" this year from Curt Gilleo and Kent Wieland. | Sep 20, 2010

David Hollister Honored at WKAR Event
David Hollister was honored for his contributions to Lansing by WKAR and Michigan State University at WKAR's annual Fall Preview event, held Tuesday, August 31. | Sep 1, 2010

Great Lakes Folk Festival and WKAR
Look for Bob Blackman and other WKAR personalities at the festival as you enjoy music from throughout the world. Aug. 13-15 | Aug 2, 2010

Tell Us Why You Love WKAR!
We'd like to feature you on our home page! Send us your quote and photo! | Jul 19, 2010

Summer Solstice Jazz Festival June 18-20
WKAR's Dan Bayer, Mark Bashore, and Brad Walker host the event stage at the free Summer Solstice Jazz Festival in East Lansing. | Jun 8, 2010

MSU Commencement Address on WKAR Services
Joseph P. Kennedy II address available on WKAR.org, WMSU.org, WKAR World and IVS Channel 4. | Apr 28, 2010

WKAR Create Marathons for April
Saturday marathons offer visits to some of America's biggest and most exciting cities. | Apr 5, 2010

When Families Grieve: Resources
Free resource kit with Sesame Street DVD, and links to area organizations offering support for grieving families. | Apr 1, 2010

Awards for WKAR Newsroom
WKAR's Kevin Lavery, Rob South garner honors from the Michigan Association of Broadcasters. | Apr 1, 2010

Elkins to Lead New WKAR Unit
Susi Elkins will oversee Content and Community Engagement at WKAR, combining radio news, television, education, communications and online. | Mar 30, 2010