[Michlib-l] Adult Program Suggestions

[Margaret Bigham]

*"Apologies for any cross-postings"*

The author of the books listed below, Chris Locke, has written several
books that would make interesting programs for Michigan libraries.  Please
contact Chris if you are interested in any of these programs.   We are
hosting a program tonight via Zoom on "Channel 50 - The History of WKBD-TV
Detroit."  Here is the link if you want to register by 6 pm  and attend
live tonight:    https://howelllibrary.libcal.com/event/7591254/#homepage
    If you miss the live, it will be recorded on our youtube channel for a
short time.

Email:  CLocke426 at aol.com

*"DEARBORN BABY BOOMER: Growing Up in Ford Country” *(non-fiction, local
history)
Being a community with a unique and diverse blend of history, culture and
controversy, growing up as a Baby Boomer in Dearborn and its neighboring
districts was an exceptional experience. This fun and historic book revives
childhood-to-adult memories from the 1950s thru the 1980s with descriptive
insight into the history, landmarks, businesses, schools, restaurants, and
recreational areas, as well as the fast food we ate, the TV shows and
movies we watched, the books and comics we read, and the music we listened
to.

*“DEARBORN'S ICONIC EATERIES: FINE DINING, FAST FOOD & FABULOUS PIZZA FROM
THE 1960S, 70S & 80S "* (non-fiction, local history)
This book is a culinary trip down memory lane, covering in historic detail
over 160 of the most iconic restaurants, drive-ins, diners and carry-outs
from the greater Dearborn & Dearborn Heights area that were open for
business in the 1960s, 70s and 80s. Included is their history and
background, their exact locations, menu items and pricing, and the cuisine
that made them both famous and unforgettable.

*DEARBORN 1970: LIFE 50 YEARS AGO IN FORD COUNTRY"* (non-fiction, local
history)
This book is an enjoyable, sentimental, and educational remembrance of life
experienced 50 years ago in the city of Dearborn, Michigan and its
surrounding areas.  It covers the politics, businesses, restaurants, and
new headlines of the city and of the greater Metro Detroit area in 1970.
It also covers the music, movies, entertainment, TV stations, and cost of
living for the times.

*"THE ULTIMATE DEARBORN TRIVIA BOOK" *(non-fiction, local history)
This book is both a trivia challenge for a single reader, and a trivia game
for more than one person.  It provides 780 questions about the greater
Dearborn, Michigan area including history, politics, businesses,
restaurants, infrastructure, personalities, geography, government, schools,
and recreation of the hometown of Henry Ford.

*"1920: LIFE 100 YEARS AGO; DETROIT, MICHIGAN, & AMERICA" *(non-fiction,
local and State history)
This book is beyond simply a historical reference covering life and the
world that existed 100 years ago in Metro Detroit, the Great Lake State,
and America. It is also a tribute to the foundation of a decade of social
and technological change. Yet, given the span of 100 years, 1920 is more
connected to today’s world than one would think. For all of its promises
and prosperity, 1920 was also a time of pandemics, socialistic uprising,
violence, and political controversies that redirected back to our own
existence and social consciousness of today.

*"MICHIGAN STATE FAIR MEMORIES: 1959-2009"* (non-fiction, local and State
history)
This book is a historical tribute to the Michigan’s State Fairs held at the
Detroit Fairgrounds. The architecture, the giant produce, the livestock,
the Midway, and the excitement every kid relished before heading back to
school. This book covers the story of the Michigan State Fair as well as
the Fairgrounds itself. It also dives into the historical detail of the
Fairs that took place between 1959 and 2009 – the daily events, the
contests, and the most popular performers at the Music Shell.

*"50: THE HISTORY OF WKBD-TV DETROIT" *(non-fiction, local history)
This book details the history, shows and personalities of WKBD-TV Channel
50. From its meager beginnings in 1965, to its growth in local and
syndicated programming. In chronological order, the book covers Kaiser
Broadcasting, WKBD’s debut, and the detailed schedules of every year
between 1965 and 1986. It reveals the accounts of the most popular
syndicated series and local personalities, as well as behind-the scenes
anecdotes, including the detailed TV season schedules from 1965 to 1986.

-- 
Margaret Bigham
Information and Technical Services
Howell Carnegie District Library
314 W. Grand River
Howell, MI  48843
517.546.0720 ext. 133
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