January
28

Baldknobbers to Donate Artifacts to Smithsonian

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Jan. 27, 2011

Smithsonian

National Museum of American History

Kenneth E. Behring Center

Baldknobbers to Donate Artifacts to Smithsonian

Pioneering Variety Show from One of America’s Entertainment Capitals –  Branson, MO

The Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History today received a collection of objects from the Baldknobbers, a variety show based in Branson, Mo.  The donation documents the long and rich history of this variety jamboree show and its place in American entertainment culture.

The group was formed in 1959 when brothers Bill, Jim, Lyle and Bob Mabe began entertaining visitors on the Taneycomo lakefront with “The Baldknobbers Jamboree.”  The Baldknobbers were named after an Ozarks vigilante group from the 1880s and are considered Branson’s first country music-and-comedy show.

The Mabe brothers performed with folklore instruments:  washtub bass, banjo, Dobro guitar, washboard and a mule’s jawbone to provide rhythm.  The performances were an instant hit with visiting tourists and local fishermen.  The band became so popular that it outgrew its original location and moved into an old skating rink, converting it into Branson’s first live-entertainment theater.  The group continued to expand and today The Baldknobbers Jamboree Theatre seats 1,500 people in the heart of Branson’s entertainment district.

“This donation tells an interesting story about a homegrown genre in American entertainment,” said Brent D. Glass, director of the museum.  “The collection expands on the museum’s country-music holdings.”

The donation included Jim “Droopy Drawers” Mabe’s stage costume, hat, washboard and glove; Lyle “George Aggernite” Mabe’s costume and washtub bass; Bill Mabe’s red-and-gold fringe stage shirt and boots; plus brochures, souvenir books and pamphlets.  Ed Snowden donated a Dobro guitar on behalf of the late Dennis Mabe (Bill Mabe’s son).

“It not only means a great deal to our family to have these items included in the Smithsonian collections as a tribute to my dad and uncles who started the show in 1959, but it also is a tribute to all the entertainers who perform here in Branson,” said Tim Mabe of the Baldknobbers.

Although three founding Mabe brothers are now deceased, the Baldknobbers continue to be a family affair and the group has grown to include 16 musicians, vocalists and comedians.

The National Museum of American History collects, preserves and displays American heritage in the areas of social, political, cultural, scientific and military history.  The museum shines new light on American history after having been dramatically transformed by a tw0-year renovation.  To learn more about the musuem, visit http://americanhistory.si.edu.

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NOTE:  Footage of the donation ceremony can be found at viewpointvideo.com

Smithsonian Institution  MRC 623 PO BOX 37012

Washington DC 20013-7012

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January
27

Job Fair Extravaganza at Big Cedar Lodge

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Big Cedar Lodge will be holding its next Job Fair Extravaganza on Tuesday, February 22 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at the Grandview Conference Center.  Please be prepared to meet team members and to be interviewed.             Call 417-339-5172 to make an appointment for the Job Fair, or stop by human resources to obtain an application.

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January
26

Free Tax Help

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Free Tax Help

VITA – Volunteer Income Tax Assistance

Providing A Community Service To Millions

VITA provides FREE tax help in the community.  Volunteers help people with basic tax returns, particularly those with low and limited income, individuals with disabilities, non-English speaking and elderly taxpayers.

THERE IS NO CHARGE FOR THIS SERVICE!

To make an appointment call MU Extension office

417-546-4431 or 888-504-0443

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January
25

17th Annual Hot Winter Fun Big Show

Posted In: Branson by Renee\' Johnson


logo Renee\' Johnson
director@showsinbranson.com
League of Branson Theatre Owners and Show Producers
417-334-8287
www.ShowsInBranson.com
PO Box 5083
Branson, MO   65615

17th Annual Hot Winter Fun Big Show
Heats Up Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater’s Stage

Branson, MO – (Monday, January 24, 2011) – As the weather starts to heat up so do the stages in Branson, Missouri and at 7:00 PM on Monday, February 7, Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater will be sizzling with Branson’s 17th Annual Hot Winter Fun Big Show! Branson is the perfect place to escape the winter blues during January and February and Branson’s Hot Winter Fun Big Show is the perfect event to sample a wide variety of shows and performers jam-packed into one exciting show.

The Hot Winter Fun Big Show provides the audience an opportunity to see portions of several shows that are open during the winter months of January, February and March. The Big Show will be emceed by popular Branson entertainer, Bob Leftridge of the Baldknobbers Jamboree. Shows on stage include Legends In Concert, Hughes Brothers Show, Pierce Arrow, Circle B Supper Show, Grand Jubilee, Clay Cooper, Doug Gabriel, Hamner-Barber Variety Show, Take It To The Limit-Eagles Tribute, Comedy Jamboree, Buckets N Boards, Tribute To Marty Robins, Hank Williams Revisited, and more.

Tickets for Branson’s 17th Annual Hot Winter Fun Big Show are currently on sale and can be purchased by calling Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater directly at 417-339-3003 or 417-335-STAR today. Tickets are $30 plus tax and service charge for adults, $ 9.95 plus tax and service charge for children ages 4 through 12.

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January
25

Expanding CAM’s Mobile Outreach Program

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Branson, MO … Despite operating two food pantries, one in Branson and one in Forsyth, Christian Action Ministries (CAM) acknowledges a persistent need to reach people in the more remote areas of Taney County.  To help fight hunger in those areas, CAM has purchased a 16′ x 7′ foot enclosed trailer for their mobile outreach delivery program.

Last October CAM began delivering food to eastern Taney County communities on the first Wednesday of each month, thanks to the efforts of board members Dave Hoy and Larry Johnson.  According to Hoy, “We began an awareness program with flyers distributed through the schools and churches in the area.  Our first delivery saw 28 families seeking help and it has been growing since then.  In January we had 67 families come by to receive food at our stops in Protem, Bradleyville, and Reuter.”

CAM Director Pat Davis explained that hunger is a very real issue in these areas, “Some of these families are unable to get into town for food at our facilities, due to lack of transportation or the cost of fuel.  Since CAM’s mission is to serve all of Taney County, our board felt that a mobile outreach program was a critical issue.  We are experimenting with various drop locations and ways to get the message out to the people who need assistance – and we are expanding the program in accordance with the demand.  If there are any organizations or churches that would like to assist this effort, we’d love to have their help.”

According to Larry Johnson the trailer will be fitted out with shelving for transportation of the food and signage, “This trailer will make the transportation and delivery of food much more manageable an we anticipate a growing demand for this mobile service.  If anyone would like to help sponsor some of our costs, particularly the signage, or assist with our deliveries on the first Wednesday of each month, just give us a call at CAM.  We can always use help with pre-packing the food, loading the trailer, and handing it out at our distribution locations.”

During 2010 Christian Action Ministries received 8,194 requests for food assistance from families in Taney County.  Serving an average of nearly 700 families per month, accounting for approximately 1800 individuals per month, meant that CAM distributed food for about 180,000 meals last year.  CAM provides families with food for 3 days (9 meals) according to the number of people within the family unit.  Additionally, those that qualify can also receive federal commodities.

Anyone wishing to donate cash, food, or time – or register for the mobile delivery – can call Pat Davis at 334-1157 or visit the CAM website at www.christianactionministries.org.

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January
24
logo Dawn Black
dawn@myerhotels.com
Myer Hotels
417.336.4345
www.myerhotels.com
3601A Shepherd of the Hills Expressway
Branson, MO   65616

Branson, MO —The Best Western Music Capital Inn of Branson, Missouri has received the Best Western Chairman’s Award, the hotel chain’s highest honor for outstanding quality standards. The Chairman’s Award recognizes Best Western International hotels scoring in the top five percent of all 2,400 North American properties in cleanliness, maintenance, design and customer service.

“Receiving the Chairman’s Award from Best Western is a tremendous honor,” stated Gail Myer, Vice President of Operations for Myer Hotels. “The Best Western Music Capital Inn has received the Chairman’s Award on six other occasions, including 2009.” Our entire team has worked very hard to achieve this award” noted Sue Gordy, General Manager of the Best Western Music Capital Inn.

The Best Western Music Capital Inn is consistently rated one of the top 3 hotels in Branson according to TripAdvisor.com. Across from the Shoji Tabuchi Theater, and within walking distance to several other theaters and restaurants, the Best Western Music Capital Inn is a popular destination in Branson.

About Myer Hotels
In the lodging business for 44 years, the Myer family has actively contributed to Branson’s hospitality market for 28 years and received numerous national awards. Myer Hotels includes the Best Western Center Pointe Inn, Best Western Music Capital Inn, Comfort Inn at Thousand Hills, Comfort Inn & Suites Branson Meadows, Comfort Inn West, and Holiday Inn Express Green Mountain Drive. The properties emphasize excellent locations, countless amenities and exceptional customer service while focusing on great value in the upper mid-scale area. For more information about these hotels please visit www.myerhotels.com.
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January
24

More Families Seek Food Assistance

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More Families Seek Food Assistance

Food for 180,000 meals distributed in 2010

Branson, MO … During 2010 Christian Action Ministries received 8.194 requests for food assistance from families in Taney County.  CAM’s food distribution takes place at food pantries in both Branson and Forsyth, as well as a mobile outreach to Bradleyville , Protem, and Reuter on the first Wednesday of each month.

According to CAM Executive Director Pat Davis, “This reflects a 9.2% increase over 2009, which had been up nearly 20% over 2008.  The good news is that we have been able to meet this growing demand due to the generous support of our community.  Like many of the non-profits in the area, we experienced a decline in contributions from individuals and churches; however, increased donations from local businesses and foundations, along with higher proceeds from our Gospel Sing-Off, made up the difference.  For that we are extremely grateful.”

Serving an average of nearly 700 families per month, accounting for approximately 1800 individuals per month, meant that CAM distributed food for about 180,000 meals in 2010.  CAM provides families with food for 3 days (9 meals), according to the number of people within the family unit.  Additionally, those that qualify can also receive federal commodities, which are distributed at both locations.

In October, CAM also began a mobile outreach to communities in eastern Taney County on the first Wednesday of each month.  Davis explained that this effort has had increasing results as more people become aware.  “After communicating through the schools and churches in the area, only 28 families took advantage of this service in October.  In November and December it great to over 40 families receiving food.  However this month, 67 families took advantage of our mobile outreach.  So we are looking at this as a growing resource for outlying families in eastern sections of the county.”

People needing assistance can come to the Branson location at 610 South 6th Street, Suite 102 in the lower level, or the Forsyth location at 10275 East Highway 76.  The Branson food pantry is open Monday through Friday from Noon until 4 PM.  The Forsyth location is open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 10 AM until 1 PM.  Although no one is turned away, people should bring photo identification for all adults, a social security card for all family members, and proof of Taney County residency.

Anyone wishing to donate cash, food, or time, can call Pat Davis at 334-1157 or visit the CAM website at www.christianactionministries.org

2010 CAM Statistics

Location                       Families                Individuals                   % First Timers

Branson                        6,368                      15,384                             19.5%

Forsyth                         1,715                       4,110                               26.3%

Mobile                           111                            333                                   N/A

Totals                             8,194                       19,827

% Increase over 2009:  9.2%

% Increase over 2008:  30.9%

Approximate # of meals:  9 x 19,827 = 178,443

CAM provides food for 3 days (9 meals) per individual, in accordance with the federal nutritional pyramid guidelines.  Qualifying families also receive federal commodities that are shipped to CAM pantries through Ozarks Food Harvest.

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January
21

Big Cedar Wine Club

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Big Cedar Wine Club

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January
19

Signing of the Vietnam Peace Accord

Posted In: Branson by Barbara Riggle


Barbara Riggle
bvtf1@suddenlinkmail.com
Branson Veterans Task Force
417-337-8387
www.bransonveterans.com
PO Box 128
Branson, MO   65615

We will hold a candlelight Ceremony at 4:00 pm January 27th, at the Veterans Memorial Museum on Hwy 76. The program marks the day in 1973 when America’s longest and most controversial war came to an end. All are invited to attend. For more information contact 417-337-8387

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January
19

Silver Dollar City Foundation’s Care For Kids Volunteers to Take On School Rehab Project at Reeds Spring. Over 150 volunteers will gather to paint doorways, doors and break rooms in one-day school rehab project. This is the fourth school rehab project conducted by the Silver Dollar City Foundation’s Care For Kids program, which is providing the paint, supplies and coordination of volunteers for the project.

Care For Kids School Rehab Project
8 a.m. Start Time
Saturday, January 22
Reeds Spring Intermediate School
Reeds Spring, MO
For details or directions, Call 417-338-8207/8210

Care For Kids is the Silver Dollar City Foundation’s program to meet the physical, mental and emotional needs of kids in the Stone and Taney county communities, with a commitment of
half a million dollars over five years. For more information,
visit www.silverdollarcityfoundation.com

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