May will be a fun and eventful month for us -- and we hope it will be the same for you, too! We’re celebrating a new program that tells the story of a Granite State icon, and another that’s had 10 wild years!

On May 16th, we’re premiering our historical documentary of the Mt. Washington Cog Railway. Our own multi-talented Steve Giordani, a former train engineer on the Cog, is the videographer and producer of this program. We’ve planned a special event that features a ride on the Cog, dinner at the Omni Mount Washington Resort, and a screening. See nhptv.org/events for details.

Then we’re celebrating 10 wild years of Windows to the Wild, along with host Will Lange’s 8oth birthday! That party is May 30th at the AMC Highland Center in Crawford Notch.

And, last but not least, our biggest fundraising event, the 2015 Spring Auction, ends May 2nd. Support the programs you love: you watch, you bid, you WIN! Thank you.

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10 Years + 80 Years = A Wild Celebration!

Just before we start to explore new adventures on Windows to the Wild, we’re having a little celebration up in Crawford Notch on May 30th to celebrate our 10th season and Willem Lange’s 80th birthday!

The party includes dinner at the AMC Highland Center, a special screening of Windows to the Wild and a talk by Will Saturday evening. On Sunday, you can join us for breakfast and an AMC-led hike with Will.

It’s going to be a fun and special time (with maybe a touch of wildness). Can you join us? Details are at nhptv.org/events.

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NHPTV Connections May 2015

Climbing To The Clouds On The CogThey said Sylvester Marsh

was crazy, and maybe he was — crazy like a fox.

In NHPTV’s newest documentary, explore the history of the iconic Mt. Washington Cog Railway, from its founding visionary Sylvester Marsh, to its current operations, and all the dramatic moments that tested the existence of this engineering marvel.

From its conception in 1852, the plan was for the railroad to be used for tourism — to allow people to see the awe-inspiring beauty of the highest peak in the Northeast and to reach its summit. Sylvester Marsh, through ingenuity and inventiveness, would create the world’s first cog railway that could climb miles and miles of elevation, fighting gravity and inertia.

On July 3, 1869, “Old Peppersass” became the first cog-driven train to climb the 6,288-foot Mt. Washington. What followed was nearly 150 years of adversity, persistence and success.

NHPTV has a special connection with the Cog. The documentary’s producer and videographer, Steve Giordani, was once an engineer for the Cog. He changed careers after becoming friends with a man filming a documentary about the Cog’s steam engines. The Mt. Washington Cog Railway: Climbing to the Clouds premieres May 22 at 8 PM on NHPTV PRIME additional airdates on PRIME & EXPLORE and online at video.nhptv.org

“Climbing To The Clouds” Cog Ride & ScreeningTo celebrate this New Hampshire icon and our new

documentary about it, we’re hosting a celebration right on Mt. Washington! Join us on Saturday, May 16th for a ride on the Cog Railway, dinner at the beautiful Omni Mount Washington Resort, and the screening premiere and a discussion of The Mt. Washington Cog Railway: Climbing to the Clouds. At the screening, guests will meet producer (and former Cog engineer) Steve Giordani, along with Cog Railway owners and staff.

Special rates are available for rooms at the Omni Mount Washington Resort and Lodge for that weekend. Details and tickets at nhptv.org/cog.

NOVAMay brings NOVA into

new waters. In Nazi Attack in America, famed undersea explorer Bob Ballard – who discovered the Titanic – inves-tigates the wreck of a German submarine involved in a deadly attack on American shores.

Then swim with the fishes in Lethal Seas. We’ve known for years that oceans absorb about a quarter of the carbon dioxide in our atmosphere. With carbon emissions sharply rising, the silent killer is entering the seas at a staggering rate — raising the oceans’ acidity.Wednesday, May 6 & 13 • 9 PM on NHPTV PRIME

Wolf Hall On MasterpieceFollow the back-door dealings

and secret-sharing of Henry VIII’s consigliere, Thomas Cromwell. As he struggles to serve king and country, intrigue and scandal meet Cromwell at every turn.

This month, Henry’s affair with Anne Boleyn heightens. With Anne pregnant again and away from court, Henry begins to take notice of another, and Cromwell is stuck in the middle. Both King and mistress trust him, but can he evade the Queen and her allies or meet either’s demands? Sunday, May 3 & 10 • 10 PM on NHPTV PRIME

Program Top Picks

For complete listings, previews and more go to nhptv.org

American Masters: American Ballet Theater

Delve into the rich, 75-year history of one of the world’s preeminent ballet companies. This Ric Burns documentary offers intimate rehearsal footage and virtuoso performances. It also explores the school’s key figures, including Alicia Alonso, the late Donald Saddler, Susan Jaffe, Julie Kent, Misty Copeland and many others. Friday, May 15 • 9 PM on NHPTV PRIME

Memorial Day Programs

Honoring American heroes for over 25 years, the National Memorial Day Concert pays tribute to the service and sacrifice of those in uniform, families at home and all who have given their lives for our

country. The Homefront shows intimate portraits and offers unprecedented access to soldiers, sailors, and Marines in the military, detailing stories of pride and resilience. Memorial Day Concert • Sunday, May 24 at 8 PM The Homefront • Monday, May 25 at 9 PM on NHPTV

The Roosevelts: An Intimate HistoryThey were icons who

influenced 20th century American history more than perhaps any other family. Through wars, revolutions, depressions and movements, the three led the country during “America’s century.”

This 7-part documentary, by NH’s own award-winning documentary filmmaker Ken Burns, tells the story of Theodore, Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt, three of the most prominent figures in American history. Tuesdays • 8 PM on NHPTV PRIME

Masterpiece: Mr. Selfridge

England and everyone at Selfridge’s have been changed by the war. And since Rose’s death, many of Harry’s decisions look more and more dubious.

Serge and Violette run high after flights of fancy; Victor hits on a survival strategy; Gordon and Grace test the waters. Meanwhile, new deals and struggles force Harry to take financial and personal risks. And with Harry’s future hanging in the balance, the store throws the sale to end all sales. Cupid also makes some surprising decisions. Sunday, May 3, 10 & 17 • 9 PM on NHPTV PRIME

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Road To The SuperChallengeDo you know who

became the first African-American to play Major League Baseball? Who the first woman was to win a Nobel Prize? Can you name the type of bonding that explains the attraction

of water molecules for each other? By answering those questions and many others,

this season’s GSC academic superstars have reached a pinnacle in their pursuit of the Granite State SuperChallenge title. Only four teams remain and all are vying to be the school with the most smarts in NH!

The stakes are even more interesting since two of last year’s finalist teams are competing once again. Bishop Guertin, Concord High, Manchester Central, and the defending champions of Pinkerton Academy…the face-off for the SuperChallenge promises to be one of the best yet!

And as they have for the past two years, the winner of the Granite State SuperChallenge will compete against the winner of Massachusetts’s High School Quiz Show in the third annual Granite State-Bay State Governor’s Cup. Be sure to tune in May 16 at 6:30 PM to root for the winner of Granite State Challenge. The lead sponsor of GSC is Unitil. Saturday, May 2 at 5:30 PM and May 9 & 16 at 6 PM Answers: Jacki Robinson, Marie Curie & hydrogen bonding

Murder Mysteries With An AccentFather Brown

Mark Williams returns as the eponymous character created by English writer G.K. Chesterton. Season 3 follows Roman Catholic priest Father Brown as he continues to demonstrate his knack for

solving crimes. Assisted by parish secretary Bridgette McCarthy, Father Brown often serves as an irritant to the local police. Thursdays, starting May 7 • 8 PM on NHPTV EXPLORE

Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries

Miss Phryne Fisher (Essie Davis) is back solving more intriguing mysteries and displaying exquisite fashion sense. A private detective in 1920s Melbourne, Phryne has a knack for being in the right place at the right time — and is usually armed with the right weapon. Thursdays, starting May 7 • 9 PM on NHPTV EXPLORE

DCI BanksDCI Alan Banks has another case to solve as his private

life starts to interfere with his work environment. In this new season, there’s a deeper exploration of Banks’ relationship with his parents, complications in Annie and Banks on/off romance, and a crisis threatens Helen’s career. Monday, May 18 & 25 • 9 PM on NHPTV EXPLORE

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NHPTV EventsThese events support NHPTV’s programs.NHPTV 2015 Spring AuctionMay 1 & 2 - Live on NHPTV PRIME 6 PM - Midnight

Caring to Remember Community Conversation Changing Aging in the Granite State (AARP NH & NHPTV)May 12 - Dartmouth-Hichcock Medical Center, Lebanon June 2 - Nashua Public Library

Community Cinema: Limited PartnershipMay 12 - Red River Theatres, Concord

“Climbing to the Clouds” Cog Railway Screening EventMay 16 - Mt. Washington

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