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First Christian Church to Hold 11th Annual Favorite Poem Night

Behka — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 20:27:45 +0000

Kids, you may or may not know this, but, at one point in my life I was headed in a completely different direction than the one I currently walk. Yes, I did all sorts of things as a kid, but generally there was a common theme to a lot of it. I really liked school, and I loved the libraries. So of course, I had my head in books a lot.

When I was small up until about my junior year of college, I was going to be a teacher. Specifically, I was going to be a high school English teacher. I know, can you imagine? I'd not only be the goofiest teacher ever, but half the time I'd be mistaken for a student. But yes, I was always in love with books, plays, poetry, and all that stuff. I did creative writing, I did theater, I did tons of reading. So when I see things like this upcoming event, I'm always interested.

Five Classic Berenstain Bears Books to Read to Your Kids

Sam Schleicher — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 21:05:17 +0000

U.S. Cellular is bringing ‘The Berenstain Bears LIVE!‘ to the Heckart Performing Arts Center at Smith-Cotton High School in Sedalia on Sunday, Apr. 21. While many kids and parents are familiar with the popular Berenstain Bears TV show, the books written by Stan and Jan Berenstain are timeless classics. With 260 million copies sold, Berenstain Books are a great way to spend time with the kids while teaching them valuable life lessons. Here are some favorites that deserve a spot in your children's books collection.

Fun Facts About the Berenstain Bears

Leigh Ann — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 16:54:41 +0000

In case you haven’t heard, "The Berenstain Bears LIVE!' are coming to Sedalia. We’re all pretty psyched about it and you should be too! To pump you up, here’s some information on the beloved children’s books that you may not have known until now.

Win a Chance to Meet The Berenstain Bears

Derrick Gill — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 13:00:50 +0000

The Berenstain Bears are coming to Sedalia! We are giving away a family four pack of VIB (Very Important Bear) tickets to the 4 p.m. show Sunday, April 21 at the Heckart Performing Arts Center in Sedalia.

Skyline Elementary Hosts Scholastic Book Fair and Showcases Science

Doug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 15:19:20 +0000

The Scholastic Book Fair is being held at Skyline Elementary this week, and each time they host this event, they have a themed day for the public to come out and learn having fun as a family.

Trails Regional Library Hosts "Heart of Knob Noster" Event

Behka — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 22:33:06 +0000

Kids, this weekend has some events coming up that will be close to your heart! Or, I should say, at least to my heart. I was a kid who was a total nerd. I admit it. I know that sometimes that can be hard to picture, but, yes. Nerdery lived with me as a child, [...]

Santa Quits Smoking in New Version of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas'

Donald Deane — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 17:30:29 +0000

As a role model for kindness and generosity, you can't do much better than Santa. But let's face it -- he's not exactly the picture of health. If the jolly old elf can't bring himself to drop a few pounds, at least he's recently given up smoking.

Thompson Square to Release 'Are You Gonna Kiss Me or Not?' Romance Novel

Alanna Conaway — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 20:00:46 +0000

Fresh off their win for Vocal Duo of the Year at the 2012 CMAs, Thompson Square‘s Keifer and Shawna Thompson are now preparing for another exciting career mark to check off their bucket list… first time authors! The duo, along with author Travis Thrasher, will release their first novel, ‘Are You Gonna Kiss Me or [...]

Martina McBride Writing a Party Planning Book

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 16:15:38 +0000

Martina McBride fans, get ready to party! The country star has revealed that she's in the early stages of a book that will share her tips on entertaining, but it's not a book about her career in music. Instead, the star will dish out advice on planning dinner parties.

Kenny Rogers Interview: Legend Dishes on New Book, Retirement and Duet With George Jones

Kevin Richards — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 18:45:48 +0000

The facts are staggering: Kenny Rogers has recorded more than 65 albums, which have sold more than 120 million units worldwide, ranking him #8 on the R.I.A.A.’s list of top-selling male artists of all time. However, it is the song titles that people will remember forever. Country fan or not, you probably know names like ‘Through [...]