By Michael Lynch
MATV Executive Director
Happy Thanksgiving!
And, here’s what’s new on MATV this week:
(You can view all of the following programs on our Video OnDemand page by clicking here.)
An ancient and high-stakes boat hauling technique used by the Milton Yacht Club takes center stage in “Hauling Valhalla,” a special documentary short that was co-produced by MATV and Brian Kelley’s “Talk of the Town.” Tune in for this fascinating look at a unique and exciting ritual that is airing during the “Talk of the Town” timeslot at 9 p.m. on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights on the Public channel (Comcast 9/RCN 13).
All your holiday entertainment needs are covered on a new “Reel Talk with Eileen Maher.” Tune in for some curated holiday favorite movies as well as songs, plus get reviews of films “Widows” and “Old Man and the Gun” along with Netflix original “The Kominsky Method.” And there are still some more surprises in store if you catch this episode that is airing Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights at 8 p.m. on the Public channel.
“Actin’ Up with Mel and Gigi Giraffe” gets into the holiday spirit with a new installment that is full of cheer, wintertime magic and lots of fun. The kids meet up with Gigi in this episode, which is as interactive as ever. Get into the act when “Actin’ Up” airs seven days a week at 3:30 p.m., and Monday through Thursday at 7:30 a.m., all on the Public channel.
“It Came Upon a Midnight Clear,” I’ll Be Home for Christmas” and “Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!” are just a few of the holiday favorites being performed on the “Great American Songbook” annual Christmas Episode this year. And stick around after the music for a Christmas story or two read by host Jeff Stoodt, as this program airs at 5 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, as well as 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday evenings, all on the Public channel.
In light of the emotional stress that is present in so many lives at this time of year, the Milton Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition, in conjunction with other town organizations, recently held “Talk Saves Lives: A Presentation by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention,” which shared the most up-to-date research available on the subject, including recognition and prevention techniques. This important, informative program is currently airing during the Monday Forum at 5 p.m. on the Public channel.
Stripped down performances from Milton High School’s talented student musicians are featured in the MHS Fall Cabaret, with small groups and an informal atmosphere giving this show a whole lot of style. Tune in on the Education channel (Comcast 22/RCN 15) at 9 p.m. seven days a week to enjoy this concert.
Medical professionals from Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital recently visited Fuller Village to give a lecture on benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, explaining symptoms, commons signs to looks for as well as treatments. This talk is currently airing at 8 p.m. on the Public channel during the Monday Forum.