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Tales From the Golden Age of Cleveland Children's Television
From Captain Penny to Superhost
Janice and Mike Olszewski bring behind-the-scenes stories about TV hosts from the 50s-70s, as well as never before seen videos that will take you back to simpler times. Registration begins March 7.
The pioneers of Cleveland's TV kids show hosts helped shape a generation!
Gene Carroll created Cleveland's first kids' show, "Uncle Jake's House," in 1947 with a menagerie of animals and child stars -- including Clarence the Cat and Phillip the Parrot, and a 7-year-old co-host.
Captain Penny (played by Ron Penfound) introduced children to the Three Stooges -- annoying parents and TV critics alike.
Linn Sheldon wanted to be known as a serious actor, but became such a hit as an elf named Barnaby that he could never shake the character.
Woodrow the Woodsman lived in a fantasy forest -- but when Clay Conroy lost his Woodrow wig, the story made real newspaper headlines.
Plus, Franz the Toymaker, Superhost, Romper Room's Miss Barbara Plummer, and so many more!
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | History | Books & Writing |
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If you've found the historic Goodyear sign at the corner of East Market Street and Goodyear Boulevard, you've arrived at the Goodyear Branch Library. The library honors its past with its two 1939 fireplaces, cozy window seats, and artwork by local artists celebrating flight, motion, and the community's aeronautic roots. The library serves its customers very much in the present, with computers and computer classes, WiFi, scanning and faxing, engaging programming for all ages, and a collection of books, movies, and music that is sure to appeal to a great variety of reading, viewing, and listening tastes.
The Goodyear Branch Library is a community gathering place for local non-profit organizations and Ward Council meetings. Goodyear Branch staff can be found out and about at local events and in preschool, elementary, middle, and high schools bringing news of library events and sharing story and library how-to. With redevelopment in the community's horizon, Goodyear Branch Library remains a community anchor, continuing the tradition of responsive service to all.