Friday, August 31, 2007
Wednesday, August 29, 2007
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
This Week in History, August 29, 1963
Martin Luther King Jr Gives His If I Can Dream Speech
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NEW ARRIVALS: Non-Fiction
Jewelry Making & Beading For Dummies
Bead On A Wire by Sharilyn Miller
2007 Consumer Action Handbook
Autobiography Of A Face by Lucy Grealy
Random Family By Adrian Nicole LeBlanc
Once Bitten, Twice Fined by Graeme H. Pagan
Your Guardian Angel by Claire Nahmad
What To Expect When You're Expecting
Tea & Etiquette by Dorothea Johnson
New Arrivals: Fiction
Sugar Daddy by Lisa Kleypas
Redemption by Jacquelin Thomas
West To Laramie by Les Savage, Jr.
Bungalow 2 by Danielle Steel
The Lue Place by Nicola Griffith
Michigan Weddings by Mary Davis
Perfect Weapon by Amy J. Fetzer
Origins by Diana Abu-Jaber
Eye Of the Oracle by Bryan Davis
The Three Mrs. Parkers by Joan Medlicott
Two Days After The Wedding by Joan Medlicott
Alaskan Red by Michael Featherstone
Bone Key by Les Standiford
Going Home by Wanda E. Brunstetter
Bel Canto by Ann Patchett
Suite Francaise by Irene Nemirovsky
True Light by Terri Blackstock
Beyond Reach by Karin Slaughter
The Unquiet by John Connolly
Killer Weekend by Ridley Pearson
Abomination by Colleen Coble
The Tin Roof Blowdown by James Lee Burke
A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini
The Burnt House by Faye Kellerman
Up Close and Personal by Fern Michaels
The Quickie by James Patterson
Justice Denied by J.A. Jance
Play Dirty by Sandra Brown
The Devil's Labyrinth by John Saul
What Matters Most by Luanne Rice
Someone To Love by Jude Deveraux
High Noon by Nora Roberts
Gun Shy by Donna Ball
311 Pelican Court by Debbie Macomber
16 Lighthouse Road by Debbie Macomber
Death Qualified Kate Wilhelm
Robert Ludlum's The Bourne Legacy by Eric Van Lustbader
Like A Dog With A Bone by Lee Charles Kelley
Gerald's Game by Stephen King
Drop Shot by Harlan Coben
Inner Harbor by Nora Roberts
Fade Away by Harlan Coben
Almost Dead by Lisa Jackson
Sweet and Deadly by Charlaine Harris
An Unquiet Grave by P.J. Parrish
Out to Canaan by Jan Karon
Triptych by Karin Slaughter
Rising Tides by Nora Roberts
Monday, August 27, 2007
Saturday, August 25, 2007
Friday, August 24, 2007
Friday, August 17, 2007
Remember When & Music Thursday
This week, we are combining our two features into one........ in honor of Elvis Week in Memphis Tennessee
This first one, from 1957, more closely resembles today's music videos than any other musical segment from film and television in the 1950's (or 60s and 70s for that matter).
Here's Jailhouse Rock
And Hound Dog from the final ever Milton Berle Show, this one was so controversial and shocking in 1956, it may have had a hand in NBC canceling the show after 8 long, hugely successful years. Notice about mid-way, a woman in the audience appears rather disgusted, if not stupefied, by his performance.
Below is the famous Ed Sullivan telecast where Elvis could only be photographed from the waist up. This was in response to the firestorm started with the Milton Berle Show and two previous appearances on Ed Sullivan. The firestorm created and the ensuing censorship was the same magnatude of the Janet Jackson / Justin Timberlake incident during the Superbowl halftime show.
And grown up Elvis at his best. This one is terrific.
Tuesday, August 14, 2007
Monday, August 13, 2007
UPCOMING EVENT: British Royals Commemoratives Exhibit
British Royals Commemoratives Exhibit
Posted by Wanza at 3:45 PM
The Grand Opening for our new exhibit, "British Royals Commemoratives", will be held Saturday, August 18th from 2:00pm until 4:00pm. The collection belongs to Mrs. Jane Stevens. She will be on hand to 'cut the ribbon' and explain many interesting facts and stories about the extensive collection of over 500 pieces. The exhibit will be on permanent loan and can be viewed any time during normal library hours after the opening. Naturally, tea and tea cakes will be served as refreshments. This will be a very memorable event. Please make plans to join us.
RECENT EVENT: Writing & Publishing Your 1st Book Seminar
Writing & Publishing Your 1st Book Seminar
Posted by Wanza at 3:53 PM
Silver Key Publishing Company hosted a seminar at the library Saturday, August 11th at 10:00am. Amanda Avery instructed you how to get started writing and publishing that new 1st book. It was free to the public, but pre-registration was required.
LIBRARY EVENTS: Bolivar-Hardeman County Library Genealogical Society
Bolivar-Hardeman County Library Genealogical Society
Posted by Wanza at 4:01 PM
The Bolivar-Hardeman County Library Genealogical Society is now forming for any interested individuals in the county. Our purpose is to join together to research family history. Each member can conduct research into his/her own family connections. Society members will aide one another in developing research techniques and inlocating various sources of information. The Bolivar-Hardeman County Library provides an extensive collection of research materials to members and participates in the Tennessee state wide inter-library loan program wherein materials from other state libraries may be sent to our local library. In addition our library subscribes to ancestral databases and would be available to society members with a library card.
The Bolivar-Hardeman County Library Genealogical Society will meet on the third Saturday of each month at 10:00am at the library. It is located at 213 N. Washington St in Bolivar, TN. Annual dues ($10.00) will be collected in August of each year. The funds will help pay the Society expenses for printed materials used during meetings, newletters, and postage. In addition, it is recommended that each member obtain a library card in order to access all materials. The first library card issued to an individual is free. If you have questions you may contact the library at 658-3436 for further info. All are welcome and we hope that you will consider joining us August 18th for an enjoyable time in finding links to the past.
Thursday, August 9, 2007
Thursday Music: Dolly Parton
From the early 1970s, Coat of Many Colors
From the Porter Wagner Show, Dolly sings How Great Thou Art
From her TV show, Dolly sings Jolene
From Dolly & Carol In Nashville
Tuesday, August 7, 2007
NEW ARRIVALS: Fiction
Remembered by Tamera Alexander
A Bend In the Road by Nicholas Sparks
Return to Promise by Debbie Macomber
A Perfect Day by Richard Paul Evans
The Other Woman by Jane Green
The Log of a Cowboy by Andy Adams
Double Take by Catherine Coulter
English Creek by Ivan Doig
The Last Summer of You & Me by Ann Brashares
The Penny by Joyce Meyer and Deborah Bedford
Full Circle by Michael Thomas Ford
Sandstorm by James Rollins
Come To Grief by Dick Francis
They Also Serve by Pam Hanson
Summer Breezes by Jane Orcutt
Sing A New Song by Sunni Jeffers
Until The End by Harold Coyle
Lean Mean Thirteen by Janet Evanovich
Courting Trouble by Deeanne Gist
Anybody Out There by Marian Keyes
Winter Birds by Jamie Langston Turne
Majestic Descending by Mitchell Graham
When I Fall In Love by Iris Rainer Dart
The Second Objective by Mark Frost
Falling Man by Don DeLillo
Lawman by Diana Palmer
Buffalo Valley by Debbie Macomber
The Chrstmas Hope by Donna VanLiere
Just For Kicks by Susan Andersen
Nothing to Fear But Ferrets by Linda O. Johnston
Sunday, August 5, 2007
Saturday, August 4, 2007
Friday, August 3, 2007
REMEMBER WHEN? Ricky Nelson and Ozzie & Harriet
Rick Nelson's star should burn brighter. He was the featured player on The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet, the quintessential family sitcom that ran for 14 seasons on television. Young 11 year old Ricky and the rest of the Nelson family debuted on television after a long run on radio. The young tyke grew up in front of America audiences and was 25 years old when the show finally left the air. His TV character's famous line, "I don't mess around, boy" became a national catch phrase in the early 1950s. His TV character quickly became the most popular on the show, and the majority of story lines were developed around him.
Young Ricky Nelson had a secret, however, he loved music! When Elvis Presley broke nationally in 1956, Ricky picked up the guitar and began to sing. Ozzie and Harriet scripts always incorporated the family's real life into the show, so it seemed natural for Ricky to also sing on TV. He was the ultimate All-American teenager, and it was a risk showcasing the teenager as a rock star. Rock and Roll was considered music of "degenerates" in the 1950s, and generally not acceptable on family shows. The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet's popularity soared even higher, however, as audiences embraced his rock and roll act. And Ricky, soon to be Rick Nelson, became a superstar. 
Rick Nelson became the first television character / performer to cross over into a successful, long term career in music. He used his television show to promote his latest releases, and by the end of the show in 1966, Nelson racked up a whopping 34 Top 40 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. He also was an essential player in the early development of the music video, and is certainly one of the first pioneers of implementing visual and graphic elements on film to correspond with new music releases. More importantly, he was good. His introspective, sultry vocal style gave Elvis a run for his money, and ultimately landed him in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Rockabilly Hall of Fame!
So why isn't Rick Nelson as fondly remembered and revered as Elvis, Lucy, or even "the Beaver?" He was a strikingly handsome rock star seen on weekly television for 14 years, crossed over into movies, and appeared on the cover of hundreds of major magazines. He had a successful recording career well into the 1970's. He even died at a very young age - which usually pushes icons to the forefront. For whatever reason Rick Nelson is not as well remembered as other major stars, his impact on television and rock music is exceptional.
Rick Nelson died in a plane crash in 1985, at the age of 45. His four children have each had impressive careers on their own. The twins Gunnar and Mathew, known as Nelson, had successful recording careers in America in the early 1990s and are still virtually as popular internationally. Tracy is an accomplished actress and a staple on television, including two classic Seinfeld episodes, The Father Dowling Mysteries, and the classic, cult TV show, Square Pegs. She has made dozens of popular television movies. Sam Nelson inherited his father's brooding sex appeal, and is the front man for the underground rock group h is orange. Obviously, the Nelson genetic code runs deep.
Here are a few video clips from The Adventure of Ozzie and Harriet:
Sources:
The Billboard® Book of Top 40 Hits, Joel Whitburn
Rick Nelson Official Web Site
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Rockabilly Hall of Fame
Tracy Nelson
Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet
Thursday, August 2, 2007
Thursday Music: 78 RPMs from the early 20th Century
CLICK ON LINK BELOW, then press the play (arrow) in the dialog box to listen to rare recording from the early 20th century.
Caruso
Dixie (1916) with Ada Jones
I'm Always Chasing Rainbows (1916) Harry Fox
My Wild Irish Rose (1910) Brunswick Quartet
Rhapsody in Blue (1924) George Gershwin
Bolivar-Hardeman County Library Genealogical Society
The Bolivar-Hardeman County Library Genealogical Society is now forming for any interested individuals in the county. Our purpose is to join together to research family history. Each member can conduct research into his/her own family connections. Society members will aide one another in developing research techniques and inlocating various sources of information. The Bolivar-Hardeman County Library provides an extensive collection of research materials to members and participates in the Tennessee state wide inter-library loan program wherein materials from other state libraries may be sent to our local library. In addition our library subscribes to ancestral databases and would be available to society members with a library card.
The Bolivar-Hardeman County Library Genealogical Society will meet on the third Saturday of each month at 10:00am at the library. It is located at 213 N. Washington St in Bolivar, TN. Annual dues ($10.00) will be collected in August of each year. The funds will help pay the Society expenses for printed materials used during meetings, newletters, and postage. In addition, it is recommended that each member obtain a library card in order to access all materials. The first library card issued to an individual is free. If you have questions you may contact the library at 658-3436 for further info. All are welcome and we hope that you will consider joining us August 18th for an enjoyable time in finding links to the past.
Writing & Publishing Your 1st Book Seminar
Silver Key Publishing Company will host a seminar at the library Saturday, August 11th at 10:00am. Everyone has a book in them just waiting to be written. Amanda Avery will be on hand with her powerpoint presentations to instruct you how to get started writing and publishing that new 1st book. Free to the public, but you must register for the class. 658-3436
British Royals Commemoratives Exhibit
The Grand Opening for our new exhibit, "British Royals Commemoratives", will be held Saturday, August 18th from 2:00pm until 4:00pm. The collection belongs to Mrs. Jane Stevens. She will be on hand to 'cut the ribbon' and explain many interesting facts and stories about the extensive collection of over 500 pieces. The exhibit will be on permanent loan and can be viewed any time during normal library hours after the opening. Naturally, tea and tea cakes will be served as refreshments. This will be a very memorable event. Please make plans to join us.
