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What to Watch on Monday: 'House' reflects on his life in series finale

House (8pm, Fox) - Tonight's two-hour series finale includes a retrospective and the final episode, in which House's (Hugh Laurie) treatment of an ailing drug addict leads him to sift through his own life and speculate on his future.

Burt Bacharach & Hal David: The Gershwin Prize for Popular Song (9pm, UNC-TV) - Burt Bacharach and Hal David receive the honor from President Obama during a concert at the White House. Performers of songs by the duo include Sheryl Crow, Michael Feinstein, Diana Krall, Lyle Lovett, Dionne Warwick, Stevie Wonder and others.

The Bachelorette (9pm, ABC) - 19 bachelors move into a Charlotte mansion to begin competing for the affections of Emily Maynard. Tonight, a one-on-one date has a concert by country band Gloriana, and thirteen of the men perform with the Sesame Street Muppets as they and Emily raise funds for a local hospital. There's also an altercation between two men that almost comes to blows, and a date at a resort Emily remembers from her childhood (please let it be South of the Border!). Three men are sent home.

Witness (10pm, NGC) - National Geographic Channel presents first-person accounts of the deadly tornado that struck Joplin, Mo., on May 22, 2011, killing more than 150 people devastating the city.

Adultery pays: Taking Tillis to task

Lots of letters today about House Speaker Thom Tillis' decision to use taxpayer money to pay two former staffers an extra month of salary after they resigned over improper intimate relationships with lobbyists. You'll see most of these in the paper, too.

What to Watch on Monday: AMC's reality 'Pitch' for 'Mad Men' fans

How I Met Your Mother (8pm, CBS) - Marshall freaks out when he realizes fatherhood is staring him in the face. Also, Ted and Robin come to an understanding about their relationship.

The Voice (8pm, NBC) - The semi-final round kicks off with the Top 8 vocalists.

The Pitch (9pm, AMC) - This is the official premiere of the new AMC reality series about real-life advertising agencies. It featured a prominent Durham firm in its sneak peek episode a few weeks ago. That episode with McKinney (McKinney ad director Jonathan Cude at right) battling a New York agency for a Subway campaign, will repeat after this episode at 10. The 9 p.m. episode has two groups pitching ideas to Waste Management. "The Pitch" has been promoted heavily during Sunday airings of "Mad Men" in an attempt to attract fans of that show.

House (9pm, Fox) - The team takes the case of a 6-year-old girl with a genetic condition and must work with her specialist mother to treat her. Elsewhere, House and Wilson take a vacation.

Death Row: The Final 24 Hours (10pm, Discovery) - A special report examining how capital punishment is administered.

Castle (10pm, ABC) - A body with human bite marks is discovered, and the sole witness claims a zombie killed the man. Castle and Beckett then explore New York City's zombie subculture to unearth the murderer.

What to Watch on Monday: 'Eureka' returns, 'House' loses a call girl

The Secret Life of the American Teenager (8pm, ABC Family) - Amy worries she might be pregnant fora  second time, and Ben tries to impress Dylan's parents. Also, George is puzzled by Anne and Nora's bonding.

2 Broke Girls (8:30pm, CBS) - Caroline helps Max prepare her first tax return, but in doing so, forgets to mail Earl's return.

House (9pm, Fox) - House and the team take on the case of a man who is bleeding from his eyes. Meanwhile, House's favorite hooker, Emily, is leaving the business to get married, so he teams up with his "wife," Dominika (Karolina Wydra, left), to sabotage Emily's relationship.

Eureka (9pm, Syfy) - In the Season 5 premiere, the Astraeus crew returns to Eureka four years later and must adapt to a myriad of changes, including a more oppressive version of Deputy Andy.

Smash (10pm, NBC) - Karen and Ivy team up to form an awkward alliance when movie star Rebecca Duvall (Uma Thurman) shows up for work.

Castle (10pm, ABC) - When things get tense with Beckett, Castle decides to team up with a new partner: a tough gang-unit detective who exposes him to a seedier side of police business and puts him in risky situations.

Freebie reminder: Eat free at IHOP on Tuesday

                                            

Here's a friendly reminder about the first of several upcoming free food opportunities:

Starting at 7 a.m. tomorrow, Tuesday, Feb. 28, IHOP is celebrating National Pancake Day with a free short stack of buttermilk pancakes for every customer.

In return, customers are asked to consider making a donation to Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and other designated local charities.

The giveaway runs through 10 p.m. That's 15 hours of free pancakes.

IHOP restaurants across the country will be participating. Click here to find a nearby location.

What to Watch on Monday: James Caan guests on 'Hawaii Five-O'

How I Met Your Mother (8pm, CBS) - Robin moves to the suburbs with Lily and Marshall and Ted wonders what to do with her empty room. Meanwhile, Barney decides to court a stripper.

*House (8pm, Fox) - House's mother (Diane Baker) shows up with news about a new man in her life.

Being Human (9pm, Syfy) - Josh reaches out to Nora and Sally finds out who has been haunting her. Meanwhile, Aiden is targeted by werewolf twins.

*Alcatraz (9pm, Fox) - An innocent man from Alcatraz resurfaces to commit crimes.

Hawaii Five-0 (10pm, CBS) - A famous talk-radio DJ is murdered and the investigation brings Five-0 in contact with a retired NYPD bomb expert (at James Caan, right with son Scott Caan) with ties to the victim.

Smash (10pm, NBC) - Derek hosts a party for a popular young star, reminding Karen she must propel her career. Meanwhile, Eileen tests a crafty way to secure funds and Tom dates someone new.

Lost Girl (10pm, Syfy) - Kenzi inadvertently brings home a vicious Fae spider that can make people psychotic after she performs a spiritual cleansing of a house.  

Fashion Police (10pm, E!) -  A review of last night's 2012 Academy Awards show fashions.

*Rescheduling of Daytona 500 will likely preempt "House" and "Alcatraz" tonight, but it's not 100% certain yet.

What to Watch on Monday: Is this NBC's comeback night?

The Voice (8pm, NBC) - 'The Voice' follows their post-Super Bowl debut with a two-hour episode containing more blind auditions. Coaches Cee Lo Green, Christina Aguilera, Adam Levine and Blake Shelton at left.

House (8pm, Fox) - Following a violent incident involving a patient, House and the team are placed under review by the neurology chief.

The Bachelor (8pm, ABC) - The remaining women (both North Carolina women are still in the mix, but something tells me that changes tonight!) visit Panama, and hopefully, Emily from Chapel Hill can stop talking about Courtney for five seconds.

Alcatraz (9pm, Fox) - We've only seen prisoners up to now, but tonight an old guard resurfaces and encounters an old acquaintance.

Hart of Dixie (9pm, CW) - Tonight's Valentine's dance episode features a performance by Raleigh native Tift Merritt.

Smash (10pm, NBC) - This much-hyped debut of NBC's (much better!) answer to "Glee" follows a group of professional adult people staging a Broadway show. In tonight's debut, a writing duo come up with the idea to base a musical on Marilyn Monroe, and an experienced chorus girl competes against a promising newcomer. It has a great cast, which includes Debra Messing, Angelica Huston and Katharine McPhee. Here's my full review.

Lost Girl (10pm, Syfy) - Bo protects a human woman after a fury tries to hire Bo to kill her husband's mistress.

What to Watch on Monday: NC's 'Bachelor' women play ball in Puerto Rico

The Bachelor (8pm, ABC) - The eleven remaining women (including Emily O'Brien from Chapel Hill and Blakeley Shea from Charlotte) travel to Puerto Rico where nine of them play baseball. Blakeley is pictured here with Ben Flajnik. Also, one woman has Ben to herself for a tour of Old San Juan and another goes yachting. And there's taunting from one of the women. Or, I should say, more taunting.

House (8pm, Fox) - A teen Jane Doe needs surgery that requires adult consent. House and Adams debate whether to call Social Services until her mother shows up. Also, House threatens to exploit Foreman's relationship with a married woman.

Pretty Little Liars (8pm, ABC Family) - Hanna believes her pals are acting chilly toward her because of her stance on Caleb. Meanwhile, Emily has high hopes for her mom's visit to town.

Alcatraz (9pm, Fox) - A bank robber from the past causes mayhem in the present and puts Rebecca in a difficult position.

Cake Boss: Next Great Baker (9pm, TLC) - In the Season 2 finale, Marissa, Nadine and Ryan battle for the top spot, which includes a $100,000 prize, a feature in Brides magazine and a chance to work at Carlo's Bakery.

Being Human (9pm, Syfy) - Aidan goes on a date with a human while he is cut off from his blood supply. Also, Sally delves into reincarnation and Josh and Nora get ready for their second change together.

What to Watch on Monday: '2 Broke Girls' has its moments

How I Met Your Mother (8pm, CBS) - The friends recall their memories of Hurricane Irene and Barney tries to get out of wearing the ducky tie.

2 Broke Girls (8:30pm, CBS) - Granted this show has flaws (the racial stereotypes at the diner are beyond tiresome) but sometimes it's very funny. It's worth checking out, with fingers crossed they eventually burn down that diner and start fresh. Tonight, Max and Caroline (left) take an apartment-cleaning job to make extra cash, not realizing it's the apartment of a hoarder.

House (9pm, Fox) - A well-respected man (Jamie Bamber) collapses mysteriously, and while treating him the team discovers that he has been hiding secrets. Naturally. Meanwhile, Chase and Taub rejoin the team.

Bored to Death (9pm, HBO) - Jonathan and George try couseling to mend their relationship, but Jonathan thinks he might have better luck by investigating a rival's business practices. Meanwhile, Ray finds himself with an embarrassment of romantic riches.

Give Me the Banjo (9pm, UNC-TV) - A re-airing of the history of the banjo narrated by Steve Martin and hosted by Roseanne Cash.

Castle (10pm, ABC) - Castle, Esposito and Ryan go to Atlantic City to solve the murder of a New Jersey casino owner who was found in an abandoned New York City warehouse. While there, they have a bachelor party for Ryan.

What to Watch on Monday: 'House' premiere, more 'Prohibition'

Prohibition (8pm, UNC-TV) - Part 2 of 3 examines the problems that the Volstead Act and prohibition caused, including a possible increase in alcoholism due to women frequenting the illicit speakeasies that replaced male-only saloons; adulterated liquor that poisons some drinkers; and civil rights violations by overzealous federal agents anxious to make arrests. Despite the public's growing opposition to the ban, few politicians dare speak out against it due to the political might of the Anti-Saloon league.

Terra Nova (8pm, Fox) - Jim and Taylor try to save the colony from a legion of pterosaurs. Meanwhile, Elizabeth learns that a former flame is also living in Terra Nova, and Skye tries to help Josh adjust to his new home.

How I Met Your Mother (8pm, CBS) - Robin gets therapy by order of the court when she assaults a woman out to sabotage Barney's relationship, and Ted gets overly involved in Lily's pregnancy.

House (9pm, Fox) - Season 8 opens a year after House drove his car into Cuddy's house, and he's in jail paying for his crime. While there, he tries to diagnose a fellow inmate, which causes problems for a clinic physician (Odette Annable). Meanwhile, when a prison gang leader threatens House, the doctor must seek the assitance of another inmate (Jaleel White). Read more here.

Girl Fight (9pm, Lifetime) - A 16-year-old girl is beaten up by fellow high school students and a tape of the attack soon surfaces on the Internet. Based on a true story and starring Anne Heche and James Tupper.

Introducing Scotty McCreery (9pm, Great American Country) - A half-hour documentary profiling "American Idol" winner Scotty McCreery. Much of the footage was filmed in Garner this summer.

Castle (10pm, ABC) - Castle and Beckett learn about life-extension science and how far people will go for the fountains of youth when they investigate a possible homicide in which there's no body.

Playboy Club (10pm, NBC) - A new Bunny is hired at the club, but she has a hidden agenda. Meanwhile, Maureen gets to know John Bianchi.

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