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What to Watch on Thursday: 'The Office' farewell heads a packed night of finales

The Vampire Diaries (8pm, CW) - The fourth season ends on graduation day when ghosts overrun the town and try to settle old scores and fulfill their supernatural destinies.

The Big Bang Theory (8pm, CBS) - In the Season 6 finale, Peny and Sheldon are knocked for a loop when Leonard is offered a great job opportunity overseas.

American Idol (8pm, Fox) - The Top 10 singers reunite for a group performance before the Season 12 winner is announced.

The Office (8pm, NBC) - The farewell to "The Office" begins with a retrospective of the show, with interviews with writers, producers and actors, including John Krasinksi, Jenna Fischer, Rainn Wilson, Mindy Kaling and Paul Liberstein. The final episode, which airs at 9, jumps forward six months from last week's episode, and has past and present staffers gathering for Dwight and Angela's wedding. Then the Dunder-Mifflin workers are subjected to final interviews from the documentary film crew (even though the documentary aired six months prior -- I'm assuming they'll explain that.) Expect lots of special guest stars. The episode runs 75 minutes.

Elementary (9pm, CBS) - The two-hour Season 1 finale has Sherlock Holmes dealing with the sudden reappearance of his former lover, Irene Adler, and recalling the events that led to his drug addiction. All of this while Moriarty pursues Sherlock and Joan.

Grey's Anatomy (9pm, ABC) - In the ninth season finale, a severe storm rages outside and the hospital's resources become limited as more storm victims arrive. And of course, one doctor's life will be in jeopardy.

Beauty and the Beast (9pm, CW) - Secrets about Cat's family are revealed in the Season 1 finale. Later, Gabe takes drastic measures. Way to be vague, CW!

Scandal (10pm, ABC) - In the Season 2 finale, Olivia's team members are in peril as the mole's real identity is about to surface. Also, Cyrus has trouble managing the pressure of the most recent White House crisis.

Hannibal (10:15, NBC) - Because of tonight's 75-minute episode of "The Office," NBC is running "Hannibal" with limited commercial interruptions. In the latest installment, a killer exposes his victim's vocal cords in a murderous attempt to gain Hannibal's attention. Also, Will struggles with bizarre noises in his head, and Hannibal visits his own therapist to discuss his relationship with Will.

What to Watch on Thursday: HBO doc pays homage to slain war photojournalists

The Vampire Diaries (8pm, CW) - Damon and Stefan try helping Elena by going to the prom, but she has an outburst no one anticipated.

Which Way Is the Front Line From Here? (8pm, HBO) - Two days before the anniversary of the deaths of war photographers Tim Hetherington and Chris Hondros, an N.C. State grad from Fayetteville, HBO debuts a documentary about Hetherington's final hours in Libya. The film is from Sebastian Junger, who co-directed the war documentary "Restrepo" with Hetherington. (Hetherington and Junger are pictured here, Hetherington on the right.) Adrienne reviews.

Parks and Recreation (9pm, NBC) - Two new episodes tonight. First, Leslie tries to get rid of laws that no longer make sense, while April and Ron get management training from Chris. At 9:30, Leslie wants to do something special to celebrate Jerry's retirement.

Project Runway (9pm, Lifetime) - In the first part of a two-part season finale, the final four designers go home to work on their collections, then get visits from mentor Tim Gunn before returning to New York to preview their lines to judges.

Hannibal (10pm, NBC) - Jack thinks Abigail might have helped her father -- a serial killer -- with his crimes. Hannibal encourages Abigail to return to Minnesota. Remember, "Scandal" is a rerun tonight, so ...

The Moment (10pm, USA) - A race car driver on the verge of giving up his dream trains with pro Brendan Gaughan for a chance to earn a spot as a NASCAR driver.

Wonder Women! The Untold Story of American Superheroines (2am, UNC-TV) - DVR Alert: An Independent Lens documentary examining the evolution of Wonder Woman and other female superheroes, whose depictions through the decades have often mirrored societal anxieties about strong women. The film features interviews with Lynda Carter ("Wonder Woman"), Lindsay Wagner ("The Bionic Woman"), Gloria Steinem and many others.

What to Watch on Thursday: Season finale of 'Raising Hope'

NCAA Basketball Tournament (CBS) - The madness continues. For more information on games and networks (all games will air on truTV, TNT, TBS and CBS), check out our NCAA Tournament channel guide, which has a link to schedules.

The Vampire Diaries (8pm, CW) - Elena meets Elijah when she searches for Katherine in a small Pennsylvania town. Meanwhile, Stefan reveals his surprising plan for the future, and Klaus gains a new appreciation for Silas' powers.

Fall to Grace (8pm, HBO) - A short profile of former New Jersey governor Jim McGreevey, who resigned from office in 2004 after announcing he was gay, but started a new life by studying to become an Episcopal priest and offering spiritual guidance to women in prison. Adrienne has a review.

Raising Hope (9pm, Fox) - In the first part of the Season 3 finale, Burt (Garret Dillahunt, right)learns he's Jewish during a visit from his folks, so he uses music to get acquainted with his heritage and prepare for his bar mitzvah. Later, Burt and Barney visit Maw Maw's childhood home and discover that their mother may still be alive. Shirley Jones guest stars.

Project Runway (9pm, Lifetime) - Artwork at the Guggenheim inspires the designers to create their own print textiles. Designers Tracy Reese and Rachel Roy are guest judges.

North Carolina Weekend (9pm, UNC-TV) - The magazine show looks at Durham's Full Frame Documentary Film Festival and the Taverna Agora restaurant in Raleigh.

Scandal (10pm, ABC) - Hollis seeks Olivia's help when his daughter is abducted. Also, David remains in peril, finding safety at Pope and Associates.

Comic Book Men (10pm, AMC) - The guys play charades with a comic book theme, while Walt seizes an opportunity to purchase original artwork from a favorite artist.

What to Watch on Thursday: ACC Tourney and chaos at Seattle Grace

ACC Tournament (Noon, WRAL) - It's the most...wonderful time...of the year. Here's the full ACC Tournament schedule. Regular CBS programming can be viewed at CBS.com or overnight on WRAL.

The Vampire Diaries (8pm, CW) - Elena returns to high school and joins the cheerleading squad, but when she throws a party out of boredom, she gets into a nasty fight. (Note: Try to never get into a fight with a vampire.)

Parks and Recreation (8:30pm, NBC) - Leslie is determined to help a local video store stay in business, while Chris offers Tom advice on how to deal with a difficult employ at Rent-a-Swag.

Grey's Anatomy (9pm, ABC) - Multiple transplant surgeries are scheduled at the same time. Also, the hospital's new management team creates havoc, leading one doctor to question whether he still belongs at Seattle Grace. In related news, another week of "Scandal" repeats! Come on, Shonda!! I need my Gladiators in Suits!

Glee (9pm, Fox) - Will and Finn deal with the tension between them when they get an assignment from the glee-club students. Elsewhere, Santana thinks something's fishy with Brody's side job.

Project Runway (9pm, Lifetime) - The designers create outfits for the male revue, "Thunder from Down Under." Emily Rossum is the guest judge.

Funeral Boss (10pm, Discovery Fit & Health) - This "Fit and Health" channel has an awful lot of shows about funerals ("Best Funeral Ever" airs right before this at 9). "Funeral Boss" is a new reality series following a family running a funeral home. A second episode airs at 10:30.

What to Watch on Thursday: A different 'Community' returns on NBC

The Vampire Diaries (8pm, CW) - Shane leads an expedition to a mysterious island near Nova Scotia, where he believes he can locate a cure. Back in Mystic Falls, Tyler confronts Klaus, which leads to violence that involves Caroline.

Community (8pm, NBC) - It's the beginning of the fourth (and possibly final) season of "Community," and it's our first look at the show since the firing last year of its creator and showrunner Dan Harmon. What will "Community" be like without Harmon's unique perspective? It can't help but be a little different, but we're hoping for the best. In other news, Chevy Chase will be written out of the series later this season (that's a good thing). In tonight's "Hunger Games"-inspired premiere, the gang begin their fourth year of college and Jeff focuses on the credits he needs to graduate, while Britta helps Abed cope with his anxiety about the group parting ways after graduation.

College Basketball: NCSU at Duke (9pm, WRAL) - This means you won't get the new episodes of "Person of Interest" and "Elementary" during primetime tonight. Instead, set your DVR overnight for "Person of Interest" at 2 a.m. on WRAL and "Elementary" at 3 a.m.

Project Runway (9pm, Lifetime) - The contestants are asked to design garments for host Heidi Klum for the launch of her new fragrance line (didn't the show just promote her terrible-looking children's clothing line last season?). Guest judge is Kristin Davis.

Glee (9pm, Fox) - Finn encourages the glee club members to channel their inner divas, while Rachel's arrogance causes Kurt to reach a breaking point.

Scandal (10pm, ABC) - I can't get enough of this show! And I can't wait to find out what happens to Hollis in that elevator. Tonight, David's uncovering of the truth about the Cytron case makes things tough for Olivia, Mellie, Cyrus, Hollis and Verna, and the desperate conspirators pull out all the stops to protect themselves and their loved ones.

What to Watch on Thursday: Series finale of '30 Rock'

The Vampire Diaries (8pm, CW) - Klaus turns to Stefan for help when Rebekah refuses his plea to stop Kol and protect Jeremy. Meanwhile, Bonnie has a frightening encounter with Kol and mayor Hopkins cancels a school dance.

30 Rock (8pm, NBC) - In the one-hour series finale, Liz (Tina Fey) settles into her new role and Jack (Alec Baldwin, left) reflects on the developments in his own life. Elsewhere, Jenna gears up to perform a farewell song as the cast and crew reassemble for one finale "TGS" edition.

North Carolina Weekend (9pm, UNC-TV) - Tonight's episode features a segment in which Bob Garner visits Mami Nora's, a delicious Peruvian chicken restaurant on Wake Forest Road in Raleigh.

Project Runway (9pm, Lifetime) - The designers make uniforms for a Ping-Pong social club. Susan Sarandon is the guest judge.

Do No Harm (10pm, NBC) - The first episode of a new drama about a successful neurosurgeon who struggles to keep a lid on his dangerous alternate personality. In tonight's premiere, the doctor can no longer control his lethal side, which can now run wild at the same time every night, threatening the doctor's life and career. Check out Adrienne's review.

Scandal (10pm, ABC) - Olivia's team learns the truth about the rigged election and also a thing or two about their boss. Meanwhile, Mellie goes to great lengths to reel in Fitz.

Elementary (10pm, CBS) - Sherlock investigates a suspicious hit-and-run accident that involves a conspiracy theorist. Meanwhile, Watson tries to mend the fractured relationship between Holmes and Gregson.

Holiday giveaway: Bloodthirsty drama with 'The Vampire Diaries'

Today we have "The Vampire Diaries," one of the biggest hits on the CW network (if not the biggest) which also happens to be the brainchild of New Bern native Kevin Williamson (other credits: "Scream," "Dawson's Creek" and an upcoming terrifying drama with Kevin Bacon called "The Following").

Most of "The Vampire Diaries" deals with a love triangle involving a beautiful young woman (Nina Dobrev) and two vampire brothers (Ian Somerhalder and Paul Wesley), and the mysterious (and fictional) town of Mystic Falls, Va., where it all takes place.

We have the third (and most recent) season to give away. Extras for the Season 3 DVD include a gag reel, unaired scenes, a timeline of the "original vampires" family tree and a featurette called "Stefan's Descent into Darkness."

If you'd like to win, send me an email by midnight tonight and you'll be in the drawing. Please include your mailing address. I'll notify the winner tomorrow.

What to Watch on Thursday: HBO doc looks at 120 years of Vogue magazine

The Big Bang Theory (8pm, CBS) - Amy takes ill and Sheldon becomes her nursemaid, while Wolowitz takes a fishing trip in order to bond with his father-in-law.

The Vampire Diaries (8pm, CW) - Stefan and Damon visit New Orleans and recall their last trip there in 1942. While there, Damon runs into one of his former flames. Meanwhile, Elena, Caroline and Bonnie share a fun evening together, until Elena reveals some shocking news.

In Vogue: The Editor's Eye (9pm, HBO) - A documentary chronicling Vogue magazine's 120 years of covering the fashion industry's highs and lows. Includes archival photographs, and interviews with editors, designers, models and photographers. Check out Adrienne's review.

Parks and Recreation (9:30pm, NBC) - Ron's new girlfriend meets his ex-wife Tammy when they all attend a woodworking awards dinner. At the same time, Jerry throws a holiday party and not everyone is invited.

Scandal (10pm, ABC) - Olivia returns to working at the White House in the wake of a national tragedy (the First Lady should love that!), while the early days of Fitz's presidency are recalled.

Elementary (10pm, CBS) - Holmes investigates a college professor's murder, and Watson gets a call from a former lover who asks for her help.

Burn Notice (10pm, USA) - Michael sets up a deal to sell a valuable piece of technology, but things take a turn when Sam is caught up in a risky robbery. 

What to Watch on Thursday: Bailey plans a wedding on 'Grey's Anatomy'

The Vampire Diaries (8pm, CW) - The annual Miss Mystic Falls Pageant takes place, and Elena and Caroline give April advice on which dress to wear to the event. Meanwhile, Damon tries to uncover Shane's motives, and Jeremy becomes alarmed by vivid nightmares and turns to Matt for help.

30 Rock (8pm, NBC) - Liz and Criss try to start a family in the wake of an encounter with Dennis Duffy.

Grey's Anatomy (9pm, ABC) - Bailey (Chandra Wilson, left) and Ben disagree over wedding plans, while Cristina and Owen take stock of their relationship. And Callie wants Jackson to help her with Derek's dilemma, but Jackson gets distracted by a surprise involving April.

Glee (9pm, Fox) - The glee club members get advice about Sectionals from alumni. And in New York, Rachel and Kurt enjoy a non-traditional Thanksgiving meal.

Parks and Recreation (9:30pm, NBC) - Leslie becomes suspicious when an architect (Brad Hall) from Eagleton responds to her public appeal for park suggestions. Meanwhile, Tom sets up his rent-a-swag business with help from the office, and Andy adds some excitement to his new gig as security guard.

Elementary (10pm, CBS) - Holmes investigates a bombing that kills two people, During the probe, he stumbles upon an unsolved crime from the past. Also, Watson tries to get Holmes to choose a sponsor.

Scandal (10pm, ABC) - Harrison leads the group as they assist a billionaire whose mental state is questionable. Wait. Donald Trump is on this show? Meanwhile, Olivia helps plan Fitz's 50th birthday party (WHY?) and James stumbles onto something big as he looks into Cytron.

What to Watch on Thursday: 'Burn Notice' resumes with escape from Panama

The Vampire Diaries (8pm, CW) - Stefan and Klaus form an unusual alliance to deal with the danger that Connor unleashes on the town that includes taking Jeremy, Matt and April hostage. Meanwhile, Shane tries to help Bonnie get past her fear and guilt.

Glee (9pm, Fox) - Auditions for the school production of "Grease" begin with Marley, Jake, Kitty and football player Ryder competing for the leading roles. Meanwhile, New Directions alumni Mercedes and Mike return to help cast the show, and Will faces a tough decision.

Burn Notice (9pm, USA) - In the two-hour fall premiere, the gang cook up a hijacking scheme in order to escape from Panama, while Michael (Jeffrey Donovan, far right) tries to skirt a Panamanian drug runner.

Parks and Recreation (9:30pm, NBC) - Leslie is apprehensive about meeting Ben's divorced parents for the first time. Also, Tom turns to Jean-Ralphio for help pitching his new business venture to Ron.

Scandal (10pm, ABC) - A governor seeks revenge after his wife is raped, and then he wants Olivia to do damage control. Then, Cyrus' husband prepares to return to his career as a political journalist, a move that blindsides Cyrus and Fritz.

Elementary (10pm, CBS) - Holmes investigates a plane crash and tries to prove that the disaster was not an accident after he becomes convinced that one of the victims died before the plane went down. Also, Watson tries to get Holmes to meet with his elusive father.

The League (10:30pm, FX) - Kevin runs into NFL quarterback Ryan Fitzgerald at a charity event. Later, the guys attempt to determine who among them is the smartest.

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