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Monday, August 2, 2010 at 7:30pm
WHAT'S IN THE WATER? - AN ONQ SPECIAL SERIES
Why Water Matters - OnQ begins the What's In The Water? series with an overview on the importance of preserving our regions's waterways. Michael Bartley hosts a discussion forum with topics that include water sustainability, water solutions, accountability when it comes to keeping our water clean, and the economic impact on communities with or without good water systems.

Guests:
Court Gould, Executive Director of Sustainable Pittsburgh
John Stanik, Chairman, President & CEO of Calgon Carbon
Jean VanBriesen, Professor at Carnegie Mellon University
Jerry Paytas, Director of Research for GSP Consulting's Economic Architecture practice.

Tuesday, August 3, 2010 at 7:30pm
WHAT'S IN THE WATER? - AN ONQ SPECIAL SERIES
Water Run-off: Solving the Problems - Thousands of gallons of untreated sewage can end up in our rivers every time it rains. ALCOSAN is now under federal mandate to fix the problem, but how? OnQ's Tonia Caruso takes viewers inside the plant and shows why storm water run-off causes problems in the Pittsburgh region. Find out what solutions are in the works and how you can share your input.

Related Link:
Clean Water Action

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The Fish Study - OnQ's Michael Bartley goes back to the river with University of Pittsburgh researcher Dr. Dan Volz to get the latest results of the so-called "Fish Study." Are male fish being feminized by what ends up in the river? And how is it affecting humans? We'll also look at other serious contaminants affecting river quality and potentially our drinking water.

Three Rivers Waterkeeper - This non-profit organization serves as a voice for the waterways throughout Southwestern Pennsylvania, addressing community concerns and monitoring and investigating potential threats to the region's waterways. OnQ rides along with the Three Rivers Waterkeeper to show how you can help protect and improve our region's water.

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Wednesday, August 4, 2010 at 7:30pm
WHAT'S IN THE WATER? - AN ONQ SPECIAL SERIES
Marcellus Shale Drilling - It may be the answer to the needs of an energy-hungry nation, but it's a different story for people who live close to drilling sites - especially those who rely on well water to drink, bathe and water gardens. OnQ's Chris Moore talks with some of those property owners in this report which examines the promise and heartbreak of Marcellus Shale drilling.

Related Link:
Gasland, A Documentary

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Marcellus Shale Drilling Discussion - Chris Moore continues his coverage on Marcellus Shale drilling in this studio discussion which explores the benefits to an energy-hungry nation, the regulations and precautions taken by gas companies, and solutions for making sure water left behind after drilling is clean.

Guests:
Matt Pitzarella, Range Resources-Applachia, LLP (Cancelled)
Tom Lewis, Lewis Environmental Services
Dan Volz, University of Pittsburgh
Bryan Swistock, Penn State University

Thursday, August 5, 2010 at 7:30pm
WHAT'S IN THE WATER? - AN ONQ SPECIAL SERIES
Wingfield Pines - These 80 acres in Upper St. Clair and South Fayette have seen their share of human use and abuse. But Wingfield Pines is now home to abundant wildlife, trails, and most importantly a natural filtering system that is helping restore Chartiers Creek. OnQ shows how this Allegheny Land Trust project is transforming ugly orange mine discharge into pristine water, giving new life to a local water shed.

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Nine Mile Run - This urban stream in Frick Park, in Pittsburgh's East End, is one of the finest examples of aquatic ecosystem restoration in the United States. OnQ reports on the Nine Mile Run Watershed Association initiatives that have been so successful.

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Rain Gardens - They improve the look of your yard, but more importantly, they're good for the environment. Rain gardens collect and hold rain water runoff and allow it to slowly seep into the soil. This natural underground filtration helps prevent erosion, water pollution, flooding, and reduces the load on sewer systems. OnQ tours three rain gardens in the Pittsburgh area.

Friday, August 6, 2010 at 7:30pm
ONQ: FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE
Pittsburgh and Allegheny County Green Initiatives - Pittsburgh has a lot to brag about when it comes to going green but some local leaders say not so fast - there's still a lot more work to be done. OnQ's Tonia Caruso looks at the latest plans and proposals for the City of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County designed to make our region even more environmentally friendly.

Pittsburgh Green Initiative Discussion - Pittsburgh City Councilman, Bill Peduto, Sustainability Manager for Allegheny County, Jeaneen Zappa and Executive Director for The Green Building Alliance, Holly Childs discuss the city's efforts to go green.

Monday, August 9, 2010 at 7:30pm
ONQ CLOSE-UP
Kids & Creativity - There's a new movement in Pittsburgh (a.k.a. "Kidsburgh") as today's tech pioneers find new ways to engage kids using the latest digital technology. It's a new spin on an old tradition; in the 1950s Fred Rogers used the newest technology to engage and educate children. Today the Kids & Creativity initiative hopes to follow in Fred's footsteps with robotics, smart phones, biomedical mystery solving, video, digital music composition and more.

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Fred Forward Conference Preview - Experts across the country travel to Pittsburgh and to the Fred Rogers Center in Latrobe, Pennsylvania to brainstorm how to best serve children with all the new, high-tech learning devices. Just as Mr. Rogers used television as a high-tech learning tool 50 years ago, the Fred Forward Conference will implement best practices for innovation and education today.

Fred Forward Conference Discussion - The 2010 Fred Forward Conference brings national education and technology leaders together to focus on a theme - "Creative Curiosity, New Media, and Learning." OnQ's Michael Bartley discusses Pittsburgh's approach to using emerging technology in the classroom with guests Maxwell King,
Co-Director of the Fred Rogers Center for Early Learning and Children's Media and Audrey Russo, President & CEO of Pittsburgh Technology Council.

Tuesday, August 10, 2010 at 7:30pm
Discovering the Real George Washington - Everyone knows him as the father of our country, but did you know that George Washington was a farmer and businessman as well? OnQ takes you inside a new exhibit at the Heinz History Center. It's filled with artifacts and stories direct from Washington's home in Mount Vernon.

Tohora Whale Exhibit - They roam the oceans of the world but you may be surprised to learn that whales are not fish. They're mammals that once walked on land before evolving into the water dwelling creatures you see today. Come along as OnQ tours a fascinating exhibit about whales created by Te Papa, The National Museum of New Zealand.

Bayernhof Museum - In his will, Charles Brown III, founder and chief executive officer of Gas-Lite Manufacturing, directed that his rare automatic musical instrument collection be restored and put on public display inside his home, Bayernhof. This museum in Pittsburgh's O'Hara Township suburb houses many antique pieces, from "monkey" organs to a Knabe Ampico reproducing grand piano. OnQ contributor Dave Crawley takes viewers on a grand tour of this home turned musical museum.

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