Michigan based author Bill Jamerson will present a music and
storytelling program about the Civilian Conservation Corps at the North Judson-Wayne
Township Public Library on Thursday, March 20, at 2 pm. The program is free and open to the public
and refreshments will be served.
Jamerson will tell stories, show a short video, read
excerpts from his novel and play original songs with his guitar. He has
presented his program at CCC reunions, and at CCC built state and national
parks around the country. In this nostalgia filled program, he talks about
people both ordinary and extraordinary; and shares stories of wit, strength and
charm.
Some songs Jamerson performs, include Chowtime, a fun look
at the camp food, City Slicker, which tells of the mischief the young men get
into in the woods, Borrowed Mom, is the story of an orphan who finds a mother,
and Tree Plantin’, Fire Fightin’ Blues tells of the hardships of work. The folk
songs range from heartwarming ballads to foot stomping jigs. The stories and
songs are as educational as they are entertaining, as honest as they are fun.
Jamerson has produced a dozen documentaries for Michigan
Public Television, and recorded many songs on historical subjects. In his
presentation, he shares stories he has picked up first hand from former CCC Boys
he has met over the years. Audience
members are encouraged to bring photo albums or other CCC memorabilia. For more information about the program please
call the library at 896-2841 or visit billjamerson.com.
General information about the CCC can be found athttp://www.ccclegacy.org/
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