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Janice and Mike Olszewski bring behind-the-scenes stories about TV hosts from the '50s-'70s. View never before seen videos that will take you back to simpler times. Register to receive a Zoom link.
The pioneering TV hosts of Cleveland's children shows helped shape a generation.
Gene Carroll created Cleveland's first kids' show, "Uncle Jake's House," in 1947. It featured a menagerie of animals and child stars, including Clarence the Cat, Phillip the Parrot, and a seven-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. However, he became such a hit as an elf named Barnaby, he could never shake the character.
Revisit Frantz the Toymaker, Superhost, Romper Room's Miss Barbara Plummer, and so many more.
Check out the book from our collection.
This program is presented virtually via Zoom by the Goodyear Branch Library.
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AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Virtual Program | History | Books & Writing |
TAGS: | TV Shows | Superhost | Retro Shows | Kids TV | Janice & Mike Olszewski | Cleveland TV | Cleveland | Book Talk | 50s-70s |
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