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Thursday, August 27, 2026

Antenna TV's Alice 50th Anniversary Marathon; Catchy Comedy's Family Affair 60th Anniversary Marathon

Alice Daily Special Labor Day Marathon - 50th Anniversary

This Labor Day, Antenna TV is tipping its apron to one of television's most iconic workplaces with a special 50th Anniversary marathon of the beloved sitcom Alice, celebrating the hardworking waitresses who kept Mel's Diner running—and generations of viewers laughing. Beginning Monday, September 7, viewers can spend the holiday with Alice Hyatt, Flo Castleberry, Vera Gorman and the unforgettable crew at Mel's Diner during an 18-hour marathon airing from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. ET, followed by an overnight encore from 12:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m. ET.

Inspired by the Academy Award-winning film Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore, Alice premiered in 1976 and quickly became one of television's most beloved comedies. Starring Linda Lavin as widowed waitress Alice Hyatt, the series followed her dream of building a better life for herself and her son while working alongside a memorable cast of co-workers—including the quick-witted Flo and the sweet-natured Vera. Flo's unforgettable catchphrase, "Kiss my grits!" became one of television's most iconic lines and helped cement the show's place in pop culture.

For nine successful seasons, Alice celebrated the everyday resilience, humor and friendship of working women, making it the perfect series to honor on Labor Day. The series earned widespread acclaim during its original run, including multiple Golden Globe and Emmy Award nominations, while Linda Lavin won back-to-back Golden Globe Awards for Best Actress in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy. Whether you're revisiting Mel's Diner or discovering the series for the first time, pull up a booth and celebrate Labor Day with one of television's most enduring workplace comedies.

View the complete schedule.

Family Affair 60th Anniversary Marathon

Catchy Comedy Presents Family Affair's 60th Anniversary on Sunday, September 13. Catchy Comedy is bringing a block of the beloved series with special host Kathy Garver, who played Cissy, from 1-5pm ET/PT. Kathy will share eight of her favorite episodes!

Episodes airing in the marathon are:

1pm — “Jody and Cissy”
Jody, Buffy's twin brother, and Cissy arrive while Bill is away. When he returns, he must decide what would be best for the children. (Season 1, Episode 2)
1:30pm — “A Member of the Family”
Cissy is taking an art class and has been drawing caricature images of the family members but does not mention one for Mr. French. He is hurt at being left out; however, Cissy has his picture and wants to surprise him with it. (Season 2, Episode 23)
2pm — “Waltz From Vienna”
A teenager from a royal family in Vienna wants to marry Cissy and she wants to marry him. She thinks she is a grownup who can make her own decisions, but Uncle Bill knows she is just in love with love and in love with something different. (Season 3, Episode 3)
2:30pm — “With This Ring”
Since most of Cissy's friends are getting engaged and married, Cissy decides it is time for her and Gregg to be engaged, even if Gregg does not want it. (Season 4, Episode 6)
3pm — “The Thursday Man”
For a school project, Cissy wants to write a story about Mr French. She starts following him and finds out what he does every Thursday. (Season 1, Episode 13)
3:30pm — “A Room With a Viewpoint”
When Bill gets Cissy her own phone and arranges for an interior decorator to redo Cissy's and Buffy's bedroom, Buffy becomes withdrawn as the changes appear to separate the room and, as a result, she fears Cissy is separating from her. (Season 1, Episode 6)
4pm — “The New Cissy”
A boy at school likes Buffy but does not talk to her. Cissy thinks the boys do not like her because there is something wrong with her, so Uncle Bill pays to have different people coach her in dress, makeup, talking, walking and more. (Season 2, Episode 25)
4:30pm — “It Can't Be Five Years”
Cissy, Jody and Buffy talk about when they first came to live with their Uncle Bill and realize it has been five years. They decide to throw a party for the occasion, but Bill almost misses it due to work. (Season 5, Episode 6)

Family Affair is a beloved part of the Catchy Comedy lineup, airing regularly weekdays at 8:30am and 5:30pm ET/PT.