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City Prime-time Programming Highlights: Monday, Dec. 4 to Sunday, Dec. 0December , 05

12/12/2015

- Jo makes a life-changing decision; and the police race against the clock to catch Charlie's killer on the season finale of original series Blood and Water, on OMNI Television -

- Get festive food, fashion, and decor inspiration from host Tracy Moore and guest experts on the one-hour special, Cityline's Holiday House Party -

- Tis the season for special holiday programming, including Elf, Elf: Buddy's Musical Christmas, and Muppets Christmas: Letters to Santa -

Below is a chronological listing of detailed highlights for December 14 to 20. All programming is subject to change.

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Monday, Dec. 14

Elf: Buddy's Musical Christmas : 8 p.m. ET/PT, 9p.m. MT, 7 p.m. CT

**Encore Presentation**

Santa narrates the story of Buddy's travels to New York City to meet his father. Along the way, his contagious cheer transforms the lives of everyone he meets and opens his fathers eyes to the magic of the holiday. Based on the popular film Elf and the hit Broadway musical, Elf: The Musical, this special stars four-time Emmy Award-winner Jim Parsons (The Big Bang Theory) as the voice of Buddy the Elf.

Scorpion (s/CBS): 9 p.m. ET/PT, 10 p.m. MT, 8 p.m. CT

Dam Breakthrough

On Christmas Eve, Team Scorpion must prevent a catastrophe when torrential rains create a large crack in a dam, threatening to wipe out an entire town in its wake.

Tuesday, Dec. 15

Elf : 8 p.m. ET/PT, 9 p.m. MT, 7 p.m. CT

**Special Presentation**

When a young orphan mistakenly crawls into Santa's bag of gifts, he is taken back to the North Pole and raised as an elf. Years later, Buddy the Elf (Will Ferrell, Anchorman franchise) learns he is not really an elf and goes on a journey to New York to find his true identity and ultimately save Christmas.

Wednesday, Dec. 16

Cityline's Holiday House Party : 8 p.m. ET/PT, 9p.m. MT, 7 p.m. CT

**One-hour Special**

Join host Tracy Moore and Cityline guest experts as they celebrate this festive

season. No matter what your style of party, they've got you covered. Get fashion tips on everything from formal parties to low-key get togethers, and answers to all of your food questions, from easy appetizers to elaborate creations that will impress the biggest foodies on your guest list. Plus, add some bling to your party with DIY holiday decorations.

Thursday, Dec. 17

Mr. D : 8 p.m. ET/PT, 9 p.m. MT, 7 p.m. CT

Short Stocked

When their rental house is put up for sale, Gerry (Gerry Dee) and Bill (Darrin Rose) turn to a market-savvy student for advice on how to raise money for a down payment. Later, Robert (Jonathan Torrens) is reluctant to seek help from IT; and Lisa (Lauren Hammersley) organizes a farewell for a veteran crossing guard.

Life in Pieces (s/CBS): 8:30 p.m. ET/PT, 9:30 p.m. MT, 7:30 p.m. CT

Lice Stealing College Carolling

Colleen (Angelique Cabral) joins John (James Brolin) and his Air Force buddies for his annual tradition of dirty Christmas carolling. Meanwhile, Joan (Dianne Wiest) tries to hijack her grandson's first Christmas from Jen (Zoe Lister-Jones) and Greg (Colin Hanks).

Mom (s/CBS): 9 p.m. ET/PT, 10 p.m. MT, 8 p.m. CT

Horny-Goggles and a Catered Intervention

Christy (Anna Faris) and Bonnie (Allison Janney) try to be supportive when Regina (recurring guest star Octavia Spencer) tells them she doesnt think shes an alcoholic. Later, Wendy (Beth Hall) tries to convince the women to attend a sober holiday dance.

2 Broke Girls (s/CBS): 9:30 p.m. ET/PT, 10:30 p.m. MT, 8:30 p.m. CT

And the Escape Room

Han (Matthew Moy) plans a night out for his employees at an escape room club as a team-building exercise. Once the diner gang is locked inside the Alice in Wonderland-themed room, they learn Han has ulterior motives.

Saturday, Dec. 19

Hockey Night in Canada : 7 p.m. ET, 4 p.m. PT, 5 p.m. MT, 6 p.m. CT

Montreal Canadiens vs. Dallas Stars

Tune in as the Montreal Canadiens face off against the Dallas Stars in Dallas. George Stroumboulopoulos hosts.

Sunday, Dec. 20

Muppets Christmas: Letters to Santa : 9 p.m. ET/PT, 10 p.m. MT, 8 p.m. CT

**Special Presentation**

When Gonzo accidentally diverts three letters to Santa, he talks Kermit and his friends into delivering them personally to the North Pole. Featuring appearances by Whoopi Goldberg (Sister Act), Nathan Lane (The Good Wife), and Uma Thurman (Kill Bill: Vol. 1).

Blood and Water : 10 p.m. ET/PT/MT on OMNI 2, OMNI B.C., OMNI Alberta

**OMNI Television Original Series**

**Season Finale**

The truth about Charlie's (Osric Chau) murder is revealed, and the family must decide how to move forward. A race to catch the killer ensues; and Jo (Steph Song) makes a decision that will change her life forever.

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