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(REFERENCE COPY - Not for submission) Children's Television Programming Report

FRN:
0023006612
File Number:
CPR-133520
Submit Date:
10/01/2012
Call Sign:
WBNF-CD
Facility ID:
14326
City:
BUFFALO
State:
NY
Service:
Digital Class A
Purpose:
Children's TV Programming Report
Status:
Received
Status Date:
10/01/2012
Filing Status:
Active



Report reflects information for : Third Quarter of 2012

General Information

Section Question Response
Attachments Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application?

Applicant Information

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Applicant Name, Type, and Contact Information

Applicant Address Phone Email Applicant Type

Contact Representatives (0)

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Contact Name Address Phone Email Contact Type

Children's Television Information

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Section Question Response
Station Type Station Type Independent
Affiliated network
Nielsen DMA Buffalo
Web Home Page Address

Digital Core Programming

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Question Response
State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream 7.0
State the average number of hours per week of free over-the-air digital video programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream 504.0
State the average number of hours per week of Core Programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream. See 47 C.F.R. Section 73.671: 116.0
Does the Licensee provide information identifying each Core Program aired on its station, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? Yes
Does the Licensee certify that at least 50% of the Core Programming counted toward meeting the additional programming guideline (applied to free video programming aired on other than the main Yes No program stream) did not consist of program episodes that had already aired within the previous seven days either on the station's main program stream or on another of the station's free digital program streams? Yes

Digital Core Programs(13)

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Digital Core Program (1 of 13) Response
Program Title Quigley's Village
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 7:30am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 2 years to 7 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Quigley's Village is a delightful place where children learn Christian values. This award-winning series provides the very best in entertainment with important lessons to help children learn & grow.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (2 of 13) Response
Program Title Faithville
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 12:00pm
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 3 years to 12 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Join all the friends in Faithville to learn more about the wonderful things that God has for us. Dusty and Farmer Shalom are busy on the farm but not too busy to stop and take lessons from all the wonderful animals that God created. Bookworm and Miss Geranium just love a good story. Maybe Mr. Bee will even pay them a visit. Constable Howie sure is busy teaching the children "how we" should do things and keeping them safe. Josiah and Sue-Lynne, Mr. Stan and Mr. Dan always have a great time.. Don't forget to say "Hi" to Carl. You can visit the website at faithville.com
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (3 of 13) Response
Program Title Gospel Bill
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 10:00am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 3 years to 11 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. These timeless classics teach children Christian principles from the Word of God through western adventures and faith-filled tales.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (4 of 13) Response
Program Title Swamp Critters
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 11:00am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 3 years to 12 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Animal puppets sing and teach value-centered lessons in decision-making and self esteem.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (5 of 13) Response
Program Title Super Simple Science
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 1:00pm
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 4 years to 12 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Super Simple Science Stuff is all about, what else? Science! Dr. Quack and his assistant Dizzy Izzy teach children how things work through a variety of experiments. They also remind kids that since God created the world, He is the ultimate scientist!
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (6 of 13) Response
Program Title Sarah's Stories
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 1:30pm
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 4 years to 11 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Join Sarah as she tells children stories with great life lessons. Sarah is also joined by the popular "Hermie and Friends" animations.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (7 of 13) Response
Program Title Miss Charity's Diner
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 9:30am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 4 years to 12 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Join all the friends in Faithville to learn more about the wonderful things that God has for us. Dusty and Farmer Shalom are busy on the farm but not too busy to stop and take lessons from all the wonderful animals that God created. Bookworm and Miss Geranium just love a good story. Maybe Mr. Bee will even pay them a visit. Constable Howie sure is busy teaching the children "how we" should do things and keeping them safe. Josiah and Sue-Lynne, Mr. Stan and Mr. Dan always have a great time. So come along and join the children and Miss Charity. Don't forget to say "Hi" to Carl. You will have the best time when you join Miss Charity's Diner...ain't nothing finer! You can visit the website at faithville.com
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (8 of 13) Response
Program Title Creation's Creatures
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 12:30pm
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 4 years to 11 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Creations Creatures takes a look at wildlife through the prism of Christianity. Hosts Sherri Bohlander and Shauna Robbins provide a daily bible verse for children to memorize, and help them learn about wildlife and its origin.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (9 of 13) Response
Program Title Adventures in Odyssey
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 11:30am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 8 years to 12 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. The Adventures in Odyssey series centers around the grandfatherly inventory, John Avery Whittaker, owner of an ice cream shop for children. It is an animated half-hour program that teaches principal family lessons through the promotion of sound, Christian morals.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (10 of 13) Response
Program Title Kids Club
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 8:00am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 2 years to 6 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Gina D's Kids Club is an exciting new educational television program and DVD video series for preschoolers ages 2-6. Specifically themed shows address the learning needs and potential of young children, as they entertain, amuse and delight viewers of all ages through a combination of live action and dynamic 3-D animation.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (11 of 13) Response
Program Title Another Sommertime
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 8:30am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 4 years to 12 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Children will be captivated when they hear author Carl Sommer tell these interesting and exciting award-winning stories. Along with the story, Mr. Sommer teaches children character-building lessons on how they can live successful lives. The stories communicate a warmth and tenderness that is certain to delight children as they learn positive character traits. Each action-filled story has realistic sound effects, dynamic music, and an award-winning Karacter KidzR song. Twenty of the books and read-alongs from which these videos are taken from have won: Teachers' Choice Award, Mom's Choice Award, Benjamin Franklin Award, ForeWord Magazine Book of the Year Award, The Communicator Award, Family Review Center Gold Award, and iParenting Media Award.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (12 of 13) Response
Program Title Capt'n Chuckleberry
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 9:00am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 3 years to 11 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Capt'n Chuckleberry along with his sidekick, First Mate Kate, and their feathery friend Roscoe the Bird, have a great time aboard Tugboat Bob. Children will be engaged and explore their imagination while learning life lessons through sing-a-alongs, cartoons, dancing and great stories with Dolly the Dolphin and Benny the Bottlenose.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (13 of 13) Response
Program Title Donkey Ollie
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 10:30am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 4 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Follow along with a donkey named Ollie through Jesus' time as he meets new characters and learns many valuable lessons along the way. Like Veggie Tales, Donkey Ollie is animated with incredible graphics, songs and morals lessons for children
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (0)

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Sponsored Core Programming (0)

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Liaison Contact

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Question Response
Does the Licensee publicize the existence and location of the station's Children's Television Programming Reports (FCC 398) as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.3526(e)(11)(iii)?
Name of children's programming liaison Robert R. Reed
Address 5775 Big Tree Road
City Orchard Park
State NY
Zip 14127
Telephone Number 716-662-2659
Email Address bob@tct.tv
Include any other comments or information you want the Commission to consider in evaluating your compliance with the Children's Television Act (or use this space for supplemental explanations). This may include information on any other noncore educational and informational programming that you aired this quarter or plan to air during the next quarter, or any existing or proposed non-broadcast efforts that will enhance the educational and informational value of such programming to children. See 47 C.F.R. Section 73.671, NOTES 2 and 3.

Other Matters (13)

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Other Matters (1 of 13) Response
Program Title Faithville
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 12:00pm
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 3 years to 12 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Join all the friends in Faithville to learn more about the wonderful things that God has for us. Dusty and Farmer Shalom are busy on the farm but not too busy to stop and take lessons from all the wonderful animals that God created. Bookworm and Miss Geranium just love a good story. Maybe Mr. Bee will even pay them a visit. Constable Howie sure is busy teaching the children "how we" should do things and keeping them safe. Josiah and Sue-Lynne, Mr. Stan and Mr. Dan always have a great time.. Don't forget to say "Hi" to Carl. You can visit the website at faithville.com
Other Matters (2 of 13) Response
Program Title Sarah's Stories
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 1:30pm
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 4 years to 11 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Join Sarah as she tells children's stories with great life lessons. Sarah is also joined by the popular "Hermie and Friends" animations.
Other Matters (3 of 13) Response
Program Title Super Simple Science
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 1:00pm
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 4 years to 12 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Super Simple Science Stuff" is all about, what else? Science! Dr. Quack and his assistant Dizzy Izzy teach children how things work through a variety of experiments. They also remind kids that since God created the world, He is the ultimate scientist!"
Other Matters (4 of 13) Response
Program Title Adventures in Odyssey
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 11:30am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 8 years to 12 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. The Adventures in Odyssey series centers around the grandfatherly inventory, John Avery Whittaker, owner of an ice cream shop for children. It is an animated half-hour program that teaches principal family lessons through the promotion of sound, Christian morals.
Other Matters (5 of 13) Response
Program Title Swamp Critters
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 11:00am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 3 years to 12 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Animal puppets sing and teach value-centered lessons in decision-making and self esteem.
Other Matters (6 of 13) Response
Program Title Another Sommertime
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 8:30am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 4 years to 12 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Children will be captivated when they hear author Carl Sommer tell these interesting and exciting award-winning stories. Along with the story, Mr. Sommer teaches children character-building lessons on how they can live successful lives. The stories communicate a warmth and tenderness that is certain to delight children as they learn positive character traits. Each action-filled story has realistic sound effects, dynamic music, and an award-winning Karacter KidzR song. Twenty of the books and read-alongs from which these videos are taken from have won: Teachers' Choice Award, Mom's Choice Award, Benjamin Franklin Award, ForeWord Magazine Book of the Year Award, The Communicator Award, Family Review Center Gold Award, and iParenting Media Award.
Other Matters (7 of 13) Response
Program Title Kid's Club
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 8:00am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 6 years to 12 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. In this live action variety program, children are educated and informed of a positive and energetic approach to behavioral and moral issues.
Other Matters (8 of 13) Response
Program Title Creation's Creatures
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 12:30pm
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 4 years to 11 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Creation's Creatures takes a look at wildlife through the prism of Christianity. Hosts Sherri Bohlander and Shauna Robbins provide a daily bible verse for children to memorize, and help them learn about wildlife and its origin.
Other Matters (9 of 13) Response
Program Title Quigley's Village
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 7:30am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 2 years to 7 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Quigley's Village is a delightful place where children learn Christian values. This award-winning series provides the very best in entertainment with important lessons to help children learn & grow.
Other Matters (10 of 13) Response
Program Title Donkey Ollie
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 10:30am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 4 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Follow along with a donkey named Ollie through Jesus' time as he meets new characters and learns many valuable lessons along the way. Like Veggie Tales, Donkey Ollie is animated with incredible graphics, songs and morals lessons for children
Other Matters (11 of 13) Response
Program Title Gospel Bill
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 10:00am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 3 years to 11 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. These timeless classics teach children Christian principles from the Word of God through western adventures and faith-filled tales.
Other Matters (12 of 13) Response
Program Title Miss Charity's Diner
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 9:30am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 4 years to 12 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Join all the friends in Faithville to learn more about the wonderful things that God has for us. Dusty and Farmer Shalom are busy on the farm but not too busy to stop and take lessons from all the wonderful animals that God created. Bookworm and Miss Geranium just love a good story. Maybe Mr. Bee will even pay them a visit. Constable Howie sure is busy teaching the children "how we" should do things and keeping them safe. Josiah and Sue-Lynne, Mr. Stan and Mr. Dan always have a great time. So come along and join the children and Miss Charity. Don't forget to say "Hi" to Carl. You will have the best time when you join Miss Charity's Diner...ain't nothing finer! You can visit the website at faithville.com
Other Matters (13 of 13) Response
Program Title Capt'n Chucklrberry
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Staurday 9:00am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 3 years to 11 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Capt'n Chuckleberry along with his sidekick, First Mate Kate, and their feathery friend Roscoe the Bird, have a great time aboard Tugboat Bob. Children will be engaged and explore their imagination while learning life lessons through sing-a-alongs, cartoons, dancing and great stories with Dolly the Dolphin and Benny the Bottlenose.

Certification

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Question Response

The undersigned certifies that he or she is (a) the party filing the Children's Television Programming, or an officer, director, member, partner, trustee, authorized employee, or other individual or duly elected or appointed official who is authorized to sign on behalf of the party filing the Children's Television Programming; or (b) an attorney qualified to practice before the Commission under 47 C.F.R. Section 1.23(a), who is authorized to represent the party filing the Children's Television Programming, and who further certifies that he or she has read the document; that to the best of his or her knowledge, information,and belief there is good ground to support it; and that it is not interposed for delay.

FAILURE TO SIGN THIS APPLICATION MAY RESULT IN DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION AND FORFEITURE OF ANY FEES PAID

Upon grant of this application, the Authorization Holder may be subject to certain construction or coverage requirements. Failure to meet the construction or coverage requirements will result in automatic cancellation of the Authorization. Consult appropriate FCC regulations to determine the construction or coverage requirements that apply to the type of Authorization requested in this application.

WILLFUL FALSE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS FORM OR ANY ATTACHMENTS ARE PUNISHABLE BY FINE AND/OR IMPRISONMENT (U.S. Code, Title 18, §1001) AND/OR REVOCATION OF ANY STATION AUTHORIZATION (U.S. Code, Title 47, §312(a)(1)), AND/OR FORFEITURE (U.S. Code, Title 47, §503).

I certify that this application includes all required and relevant attachments.
I declare, under penalty of perjury, that I am an authorized representative of the above-named applicant for the Authorization(s) specified above.

Faith Broadcasting Network Inc.


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