This week on WGCU public media

Gulf Coast Live Arts Edition "Third House Rising"- Thursday, June 19 at 2 p.m. 90.1FM

A Fort Myers family commemorates the 60th anniversary of Israel with their CD of contemporary/ pop songs cowritten and produced by Grammy nominated songwriter and producer Lawrence Dermer and his BMI award-winning songwriter wife, Robin. The compositions recorded in Jerusalem share a theme of peace, unity and independence. Join Amy Tardif as she welcomes these artists to discuss "Israel at 60: We Are Strong." Call 1-877-GCUTALK (1-877-428-8255) to participate.

WGCU Brings WordGirl Fun to Pine Island - Thursday, June 19 at 11 a.m.

Pine Island Public Library, Pine Island

Join WGCU and WordGirl fans as they expand their vocabulary through games and activities designed by the creators of the popular PBS program WordGirl. The workshop is free and open to the public.

Connect! Regional Getaways - Friday, June 20 at 8:30 p.m.TV 30/ Cable 3

Join WGCU as we explore the trails at Caloosahatchee Regional Park; learn about our environment at the Charlotte Harbor Environmental Center; and hike through the Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge. Hosted by Jim McLaughlin.

Masterpiece Mystery - Sunday, June 22 at 9 p.m. TV 30/Cable 3

The always popular Masterpiece Mystery is back on PBS with a new series "Inspector Lewis, Series 1." Inspector Lewis is back in Oxford cracking murder mysteries. Join the detectives and an impressive list of guest stars and see if you can figure out "who did it."

Gulf Coast Live Connect! Regional Getaways - Monday, June 23 at 2 p.m. 90.1FM

Where is the Florida Panther Refuge? When are visitors allowed? Is it safe to bring my kids? Join us for an in-depth discussion with the Friends of the Florida Panther Refuge. Call in with your questions about this unique refuge center. Call 1-877-GCU-TALK (1-877-428-8255) to participate in the community dialogue. The summer edition of Gulf Coast Live! Connect! is hosted by Barbara Linstrom, WGCU's multimedia director.

NOVA Science NOW- Wednesday, June 25 at 9 p.m. TV 30/Cable 3

The world acclaimed NOVA program takes a look at dark matter, a substance that scientists believe makes up most of the matter of the universe; Alzheimer and the new research that is helping doctors better understand memory-impairment disorders; digital manipulation and graphing random guesses.