Community Connections for November:
Friday, Nov. 3rd
8:00 PM - Extraordinary Cats
If you enjoyed Extraordinary Cats, you may want to visit some of the magnificent Siberian Tigers housed at the Brandywine Zoo in Wilmington, Delaware. Take your family to see one of the world's most endangered species. The Brandywine Zoo is close by and makes a great day trip. For more information, call (215) 351-0511.
Sunday Nov. 5th
9:00 PM - The Duel
Are you a revolutionary war buff? If you are, take your family to historic Batsto Village in New Jersey's Wharton State Forest. Batsto was a primary source of munitions for American soldiers during the war. Although the furnace is gone, the mansion, worker's cottages, mills and farm buildings still remain. Take a trip into the past!
Wednesday, Nov. 8th
Antiques Roadshow: Los Angeles
Since it began 24 years ago, the Philadelphia Craft Show has raised over 5 million dollars for the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The nation's premier craft show runs November 9th - 12th at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. This year's highlights include ceramics, jewelry, toys and much, much more. Don't miss the Philadelphia Craft Show! For more information, call (215) 351-0511.
Thursday, Nov. 9th
8:00 PM - Nova: The Diamond Deception
Fall is a great time for field trips! At Crystal Cave Park in Kutztown, Pennsylvania, you can marvel at stalactites, stalagmites and other gorgeous formations created deep inside the earth centuries ago. Take some extra time to enjoy the nature trail and the geological museum on the grounds. Be sure to visit Crystal Cave this fall!
Sunday, Nov. 12th
Return With Honor
Are you a baseball fan? The Philadelphia Athletics Historical Society was established in 1996 to further the historical appreciation of the baseball club. One of the main functions of the Society, is to raise money for the WWII Veterans' Memorial Fund which honors their players that served in the war. To find out how you can get involved, call (215) 351-0511.
Monday, Nov. 13th
Railroad Children
If you're a theatre buff, be sure to check out the Delaware Theatre Company's new season by visiting their website at www.delawaretheatre.org. DTC has become one of the region's most popular theatre destinations. Find out why! See a production by the Delaware Theatre Company this season! For information, call (215) 351-0511.
Tuesday, Nov. 14th
Hitler's Lost Sub
Welcome back to Tuesday night on WHYY. I'm Bill Wilmore and here's your Community Connection for tonight. If you've wondered what it'd be like to dive to the bottom of the sea to explore ship wrecks and marine life, you may want to investigate the Philadelphia Sea Horses Scuba Club. Their purpose is to promote and further the sport of scuba diving by organizing diving trips and educating the public through speaking engagements. The club is open to divers of all ages and skill levels.
Sunday, Nov. 19th
Eleanor Roosevelt
I hope you enjoyed Eleanor Roosevelt. If you're interested in women's issues, tonight's Community Connection will be of great interest. Women's Way, the nation's oldest and largest women's funding federation, has been providing counseling, legal assistance and economic empowerment to women all over the Delaware Valley since 1976. For information on specific services and volunteer opportunities, call (215) 351-0511.
Wednesday, Nov. 22nd
9:00 PM - Chuck Jones
If you enjoyed Chuck Jone: A Life In Animation and you know someone interested in a career in cartooning, Philadelphia is one of the best places to be! Did you now Philadelphia has some of the best schools in the country for animation, graphic design and media arts? For more information on launching a career in cartooning, call (215) 351-0511.
Thursday, Nov. 23rd
8:00 - Nova: The Perfect Pearl
If you enjoyed Nova's The Perfect Pearl, and you're interested in sea creatures in general, you may want to visit the Marine Mammal Stranding Center in Brigantine, New Jersey. Wounded or beached whales, sea turtles, dolphins and others are brought to the Center for rehabilitation and release. Take a tour of the Marine Mammal Stranding Center in Brigantine to learn more.
Monday, Nov. 27th
8:00 PM - National Geographic
The USS New Jersey is the most decorated battleship in naval history. In active service for forty years, the battleship is now docked at the Old Broadway Terminal on Camden's waterfront. The unveiling of a pier and a museum dedicated to the USS New Jersey is slated for Labor Day, 2001. To help restore the battleship or contribute to the museum effort, call (215) 351-0511.
