June 11, 5:30-7:30pm - Join WQPT for a celebration of America at 250. Come for live music, free ice cream (while supplies last), lawn games, and a pie auction! Bring your friends and family! Donate a fruit pie to the auction! Sign up below or call 309-764-2400 by June 5

For over a half a century, Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) distributed federal funds to help public media stations like WQPT serve their communities and provide quality resources for every American. Now, CPB has voted to dissolve following the loss of federal funding. While we are saddened, WQPT will continue to serve our community thanks to donations from viewers like you. Become a sustainer today to preserve this vital community resource.

Join WQPT PBS for a Summer of Adventure at libraries and special events in Iowa and Illinois. Spark creativity and make memories all summer long! 

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77% of Americans say it's important to have a strong public television system, and 89% say PBS has an important role in providing emergency alerts to the public. 

Join WQPT as we celebrate America's 250th birthday this year! Follow us on socials @wqptpbs to get the latest updates. Check out our latest series to learn about the community's civic sparks.

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