Featured Blog Post – KLRU-TV, Austin PBS http://www.klru.org Inspiring Austin Thu, 27 Jul 2017 18:56:06 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=4.7.2 We did it! Thanks to YOU! http://www.klru.org/blog/2016/06/we-did-it-thanks-to-you/ Mon, 13 Jun 2016 17:43:25 +0000 http://www.klru.org/?p=43919
People said it couldn’t be done…$100,000 in just 5 days. But we raised that and then some and it’s all thanks to YOU! Your gifts rolled in online, over the phone and in the mail to support more programs and … more ]]>

People said it couldn’t be done…$100,000 in just 5 days. But we raised that and then some and it’s all thanks to YOU!

Your gifts rolled in online, over the phone and in the mail to support more programs and fewer interruptions this June. And now that all is said and done, KLRU was able to raise over $108,000 from 875 Central Texans!

We are humbled by your support and so very thankful to be a part of the generous Central Texas community. Thank you for Shaping the Future of #YourKLRU!

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⌚ Been waiting long? Last chance to support #YourKLRU! http://www.klru.org/blog/2016/06/%e2%8c%9a-been-waiting-long-last-chance-to-support-yourklru/ Fri, 10 Jun 2016 18:43:21 +0000 http://www.klru.org/?p=43851
Over 750 Central Texans have stepped up to support KLRU’s transformational second annual online giving drive and helped raise over $89,000 in just 4 days! But we still have $11,000 to raise to meet our goal! And we can’t do … more ]]>

Over 750 Central Texans have stepped up to support KLRU’s transformational second annual online giving drive and helped raise over $89,000 in just 4 days! But we still have $11,000 to raise to meet our goal! And we can’t do it without YOU!

What’s more is that we have a really fun giveaway to encourage YOU to make that gift of support now! James Taylor & His All-Star Band is coming to the Frank Erwin Center on Wednesday June 22nd at 8:30pm and we want YOU to be there! Donate any amount until midnight tonight to be entered into a giveaway for 2 tickets!

So far, you’ve been able to help us meet over $23,000 in challenge matches and raise over $2,700 for Overheard with Evan Smith, $100 for PBS Kids programming, $1,100 for Central Texas Gardener and $290 for NEXT, KLRU’s Young Professionals group.

With less than 12 hours to go, this is your last chance to show your support for more programs and fewer interruptions! Can I count on you to get us to our $100,000 goal by midnight tonight?

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Meet the Match with Happy Little Trees! 🌳 http://www.klru.org/blog/2016/06/happy-little-trees/ Thu, 09 Jun 2016 14:00:34 +0000 http://www.klru.org/?p=43437
⌛ It’s time to give to Shape the Future of #YourKLRU! Hi, I’m certainly glad you could join us today. Are you ready to do a fantastic little painting? Good! I’ll tell you what, let’s get started! We’re 4 days into … more ]]>

It’s time to give to Shape the Future of #YourKLRU!

Hi, I’m certainly glad you could join us today.

Are you ready to do a fantastic little painting? Good! I’ll tell you what, let’s get started!

We’re 4 days into our online drive and thanks to YOU, we’ve raised over $70,000, but we still need to raise another $1,000 to meet the $10,000 challenge match from Lonnie & Polly Cooper. When we meet the match, that will put us less than $20,000 from our goal!

On The Joy of Painting, Bob Ross let’s you decide how many happy little trees to paint and where to put them on your canvas. The same goes for KLRU’s second annual online giving drive…YOU decide how much to give and what programs you’d like to support!

With less than 48 hours to meet our $100,000 goal, can we count on you to make broad, bold brushstrokes to help Shape the Future of #YourKLRU?

From all of us here…happy painting! 🎨

PS – See how easy that is…you can do it! And when you do, be sure to donate $60 or more (or become a sustaining member of $5 or more a month) to receive instant access to KLRU Passport, our newest on-demand member benefit that allows you to stream even more of your favorite KLRU and PBS programs

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Twice as nice for #YourKLRU! http://www.klru.org/blog/2016/06/twice-as-nice-for-yourklru/ Wed, 08 Jun 2016 13:50:42 +0000 http://www.klru.org/?p=43421
Double your donation in support of more programs and fewer interruptions! Three days in and we’ve already raised over $32,000 during our second annual online giving drive! And thanks to Lonnie and Polly Cooper, our $100,000 goal is within reach! … more ]]>

Double your donation in support of more programs and fewer interruptions!

Three days in and we’ve already raised over $32,000 during our second annual online giving drive! And thanks to Lonnie and Polly Cooper, our $100,000 goal is within reach!

When asked why he and his wife feel so strongly about supporting KLRU, Lonnie said “It’s simple. I believe in the value and inspiration of public television.” He went on to say, “KLRU and PBS have earned my trust and appreciation in a mounting world of noise and political agendas. It’s important to me that PBS presents a multitude of perspectives on a viewpoint, issue or event in history.”

This is why Lonnie and Polly Cooper have kindly put up a $10,000 challenge match to the Central Texas community to Shape the Future #YourKLRU. For every dollar received today, the Coopers will contribute the same amount up to $10,000, potentially helping KLRU bring in a total of $20,000 today!

Now it’s your turn! Will you step up and see your dollar effectively doubled in an instant to support more programs and fewer interruptions by this generous match?

P.S. – Best of all, donate $60 or more (or become a sustaining member at $5 or more a month) and you’ll receive instant access to KLRU Passport – our newest member benefit that provides on-demand access to even more KLRU and PBS programming!

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Today on the French Chef… http://www.klru.org/blog/2016/06/today-on-the-french-chef/ Tue, 07 Jun 2016 14:00:27 +0000 http://www.klru.org/?p=43410
Give for more programs and fewer interruptions on #YourKLRU! Welcome to the French Chef! Today, not only will you learn how to roast a chicken, but you’ll also be helping Shape the Future of #YourKLRU! We’re only 2 days into … more ]]>

Give for more programs and fewer interruptions on #YourKLRU!

Welcome to the French Chef!

Today, not only will you learn how to roast a chicken, but you’ll also be helping Shape the Future of #YourKLRU!

We’re only 2 days into our 5-day online giving drive and we’ve already raised over $20,000 towards our $100,000 goal! Yesterday, we met the $10,000 challenge match from Claire & Carl Stuart. And today, we have a generous dollar for dollar $2,500 challenge match from KLRU Business Supporter, Chez Zee! Give now to double your dollar instantly.

Julia Child, PBS icon and cooking pioneer, once said “Learn how to cook – – try new recipes, learn from your mistakes, be fearless, and above all have fun.” To her point, KLRU is doing just that with our second annual online giving drive!

Won’t you join us at the table for a serving of more programs with fewer interruptions by making your gift today?

Bon Appetit!

PS – Hungry for more? Donate $60 or more (or make a $5 or more ongoing monthly gift) to receive instant access to KLRU Passport, our newest member benefit and on-demand service that allows you to watch even more of your favorite PBS & KLRU shows!

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Let’s Double it for #YourKLRU http://www.klru.org/blog/2016/06/lets-double-it-for-yourklru/ Mon, 06 Jun 2016 14:00:50 +0000 http://www.klru.org/?p=43390
Dollar for dollar match when you support KLRU today! We all know that Austin and the Central Texas community is growing…and where there is growth, there is change too. This is why public television, and specifically KLRU, has an ever … more ]]>

Dollar for dollar match when you support KLRU today!

We all know that Austin and the Central Texas community is growing…and where there is growth, there is change too. This is why public television, and specifically KLRU, has an ever increasingly important role to play in our community.

So many people are moving here from around the country and around the world and they don’t have roots in Central Texas. They don’t understand the art and culture of the area or the politics and current affairs. KLRU helps build context by offering a place to explore big issues facing Central Texas, by providing insight into the lifestyles and cultures of our region and by celebrating the rich creative community that makes our city so vibrant.

Last June, my wife, Claire, and I supported KLRU with a matching gift promise during the transformational 5-day online giving drive, #YourKLRU. We were delighted to hear of the resounding success of this campaign and the role it has since played in helping KLRU make some important changes to their fundraising efforts.

Today, Claire and I are pleased to support KLRU’s second online giving drive with another $10,000 matching gift promise. Your gift of any amount will be matched dollar for dollar from this challenge, effectively doubling your generosity and the impact of your gift on our growing community.

KLRU is kicking off the online drive today and they need to raise $100,000 in just 5 days! Will you join me in shaping the future of #YourKLRU by making your gift of support right now?

Sincerely,
Carl Stuart
KLRU Board Member & Longtime Supporter

P.S. – What’s more, when you donate $60 or more (or make a $5 or more ongoing monthly gift), you’ll receive instant access to KLRU’s newest member benefit! KLRU Passport is an on-demand service that allows you to watch your favorite PBS & KLRU shows whenever and wherever you want.

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⛅ Hey neighbor! Beautiful day! http://www.klru.org/blog/2016/05/%e2%9b%85-hey-neighbor-beautiful-day/ Thu, 26 May 2016 19:30:48 +0000 http://www.klru.org/?p=42700
Shape the Future of #YourKLRU – June 6th – 10th. Make a donation today in support of more programs and fewer interruptions! This June, tune-in to KLRU as we continue to transform the way we fundraise by providing more programs … more ]]>

Shape the Future of #YourKLRU – June 6th – 10th. Make a donation today in support of more programs and fewer interruptions!P0616 Gardener

This June, tune-in to KLRU as we continue to transform the way we fundraise by providing more programs and fewer interruptions! Central Texans are counting on YOU to Shape the Future of #YourKLRU. Won’t you help us continue to grow ☘ by supporting your favorite PBS programs during our second annual online giving drive?

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KLRU wants to GIVE YOU Sesame Street LIVE! http://www.klru.org/blog/2016/03/klru-wants-to-give-you-sesame-street-live/ Thu, 17 Mar 2016 15:00:22 +0000 http://www.klru.org/?p=40032
Engage with KLRU this spring and enter to win a chance a family 4-pack to the April 9 show at 2 p.m.! KLRU is giving away four family four-packs to the Sesame Street Live show, “Make a New Friend” playing at … more ]]>

Engage with KLRU this spring and enter to win a chance a family 4-pack to the April 9 show at 2 p.m.!

KLRU is giving away four family four-packs to the Sesame Street Live show, “Make a New Friend” playing at the Frank Erwin Center in April.  Don’t miss your favorite Sesame Street characters when they come to town in a larger-than-life musical production.  Big Bird, Elmo, Cookie Monster, Abby and more are promised to delight in this 90-minute show, a perfect length for young children!  

Sesame Street Live is sure to create a lasting memory for your family, make your contribution below to enter or engage with your community-supported PBS station the following ways to enter in for a chance to win one of the four family 4-packs!

Here is how it works:
Post a video or photo across Facebook, Twitter or Instagram of you and/or your kiddos watching or interacting with Sesame Street. Can be a photo with favorite Sesame Street toy, book or even a screenshot of your favorite character and WHY Sesame Street is so special to you and your family!

Note: On Facebook, be sure to tag KLRU-TV, Austin PBS in the post (Please note: Your Facebook settings for this post must be set to “Public” so that we can see it and enter you in the giveaway). On Twitter & Instagram, be sure to tag @klru and use #yourklru. And on email, be sure to Cc membership@klru.org.

As your only community-supported public television station we know you rely on us to help you explore your world and make connections in your community. That’s why your investment, a gift at any amount, is so important to Your KLRU! Thank you!

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Meet Oscar-nominated director Richard Linklater! http://www.klru.org/blog/2016/03/meet-oscar-nominated-director-richard-linklater/ Thu, 17 Mar 2016 15:00:03 +0000 http://www.klru.org/?p=40022
This spring, KLRU wants you and a friend to join us in the green room before Linklater tapes with Evan Smith on March 22 at 11 a.m.! Overheard with Evan Smith is thrilled to welcome Richard Linklater back to Studio 6A! Linklater is … more ]]>

This spring, KLRU wants you and a friend to join us in the green room before Linklater tapes with Evan Smith on March 22 at 11 a.m.!

Overheard with Evan Smith is thrilled to welcome Richard Linklater back to Studio 6A! Linklater is a multiple Academy Award-nominated director whose credits include Slacker, Dazed and Confused, Before Sunrise, A Scanner Darkly,  School of Rock, Bernie, and Boyhood. His most recent Oscar nominations were for Boyhood, which was nominated for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Film Editing. That film  won him the Golden Globe for Best Director. His newest film is Everybody Wants Some, which is premiering at South by Southwest and will be released April 15.

Starting now until March 18, be one of the first 5 to answer the following questions to enter in the drawing.

  • What Film Director stated that it was Linklater’s SLACKER (1991) that made him want to be a director?
  • What are the names of the 2 actors that were Oscar nominated for their performances in BOYHOOD?

Be sure and RSVP for the taping as well. KLRU’s Overheard with Evan Smith interviews Richard Linklater on March 22 at noon in KLRU’s Studio 6A (map). Doors open at 11:30 a.m.  The event is free but an RSVP is required. Please complete the form to the left to RSVP.

 

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Join Brit Floyd in Austin this June! http://www.klru.org/blog/2016/03/join-brit-floyd-in-austin-this-june/ Wed, 16 Mar 2016 13:00:59 +0000 http://www.klru.org/?p=40016
If you’re a Pink Floyd fan this event is not to be missed, DONATE TODAY! Brit Floyd: Live in Amsterdam comes to you on KLRU only because of YOU and the generous member support. KLRU is certain you are enjoying … more ]]>

If you’re a Pink Floyd fan this event is not to be missed, DONATE TODAY!

Brit Floyd: Live in Amsterdam comes to you on KLRU only because of YOU and the generous member support. KLRU is certain you are enjoying this amazing program featuring performances of “Wish You Were Here”, “Have a Cigar”, “On the Turning Away” and more, with your gift to KLRU you can experience Brit Floyd LIVE! This Spring your community-supported PBS station has an amazing offer.

When you support KLRU now, you’ll be sitting at the Cedar Park Center for Brit Floyd’s live show on Wednesday, June 29. With a contribution of $125 you’ll receive 2 tickets to the show. With a contribution of $200 you’ll receive 2 tickets to the show, plus attend the soundcheck as well as meet Brit Floyd!

We know you rely on KLRU for the best in arts programming.  And we rely on the more than 16,000 individuals and families who give to KLRU every year in order to keep bringing you your favorite shows.  Showing your support with a gift of any amount ensures we continue to broadcast these programs for free, so thank you for your contribution!

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