As summer comes to a close, the routines and rigors of the school year affect everyone in the family. Reading and homework take over spare time. But for the television world, fall means new series are unveiled and new seasons of old favorites kick off. If you’ve got the time and inclination, there are a few shows you might want to be aware of, even if it means time shifting to watch on the weekend.
If Curious George is a favorite in your house, you’ll be happy to know the fifth season of the show kicks off with new episodes on Sept. 6. For the premiere episode, we’ll meet George’s new friend, Marco, 8, who plays in his family’s band, Lobos de Plata. Throughout the new season, Marco will introduce George to Hispanic food, music and celebration. — Check your local listings for Curious George on PBS on Sept. 6.
For those who want to remember 9/11, the National Geographic Channel reconstructs the attack on Washington D.C. moment by moment through home video, news coverage, and fire, rescue and police footage as we get ready for the ninth anniversary of the attacks. Footage includes scenes from the Pentagon crash site taken shortly after impact, from inside Air Force Once, the Capitol and the White House. Watch as misinformation is rampant and citizens react to the horrible attacks that occurred that day. — Set your TiVo for Witness: DC on Monday, Sept. 6 at 10 p.m. on National Geographic.
Ready to rock? In the first annual Nickelodeon Mega Music Fest, kids and parents can enjoy an hour-long prime-time concert special on Sept. 6 at 8 p.m. The show, hosted by actor/comedian John Leguizamo, with Sherri Shepherd as Stage Manager, features Justin Bieber, Dr. Phil, Colbie Caillat, Wyclef Jean, The Roots, Dora the Explorer, Yo Gabba Gabba!, The Fresh Beat Band, The Laurie Berkner Band and more. Melding animation and the live singers, the concert was taped at the Brooklyn Academy of Music in New York before a live audience. Nickelodeon Mega Music Fest on Monday, Sept. 6 at 8 p.m.



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