Review - Silverstein and Me by Marv... Oct 28, 2009
A Memoir of Cartoonist Shel Silverstein by a Lifelong Friend. Marv Gold, fellow cartoonist ong buddy of Shel Silverstein, has written a quirky, funny and seemingly appropriate biographical tribute to his friend ... Ten years after his passing, Shel Silverstein (1930-1999) is often still described as a Renaissance Man. (Suite101.com)
Chris Butler left many warm memories behind Sep 30, 2009
Her strong laughter still echoes in my ears, 13 years later, whenever I read a Shel Silverstein poem. Mrs. Butler held the hands of some, fought for many and changed the lives of even more. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Four area students perfect on SAT Sep 7, 2009
Growing up, she spent hours reading the latest fiction, devouring Harry Potter, soaking up Shel Silverstein s poetry. That was really a critical component, she said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
• Events Calendar Jul 3, 2009
" Highlights: Food booths open at 10 a.m.; parade at 11 a.m. with Judge Larry and Mary Duff as grand marshals; free local entertainment at 6 p.m. at the Rupert Square (bring lawn chairs); and Junior Stampede at 6 p.m. at the Minidoka County Fairgrounds (tickets: 6; ages 6 and under free); and carnival at the fairgrounds in Rupert. Sign up for Mutton Bustin at Junior Stampede: 436-9748.Horse races/RupertHorse races at 2 p.m. at Minidoka County Fairgrounds, 80 E. Baseline, with quarter horses,... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Polaneczky: Silverstein's poems inspiring to all ages May 17, 2009
Shel Silverstein has ... Shel Silverstein's Poetry (Harper Collins) ... Shel Silverstein has. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Today in History May 10, 2009
Cartoonist, playwright and songwriter Shel Silverstein was found dead in his Key West, Fla. apartment; he was 66. (Yahoo News)
Mamet's 'Romance' language May 8, 2009
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
Reveling in the absurdities of life May 1, 2009
Harvey (Chuck Skinner) confronts Sylvia (Jen Waters) about the contents of her purse during the PipeDream Theatre production of An Adult Evening of Shel Silverstein ... CORVALLIS This is possibly the most hilarious play that any of us have ever been in, said Jen Waters at a recent rehearsal for An Adult Evening of Shel Silverstein, a collection of 1o scenes dreamed up by American Renaissance man Shel Silverstein, a prolific poet, songwriter, musician, composer, cartoonist, screenwriter and... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
A librarian shares her poetry picks for young and old Apr 13, 2009
This wry collection of poems was first published by Shel Silverstein in 1964 and came back into print in 2008. This was Silverstein's first poetry collection, and also the only one he illustrated in full color. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
> Lynne Waihee helps keiki discover the magic of reading Apr 11, 2009
Waihee s favorite books are Shel Silverstein s The Giving Tree and Wolf Chicken Stew by Keiko Kasza. 5) Follow up with a post-reading activity, such as a trip to the zoo, letters to grandparents or crafts. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Review of What's The Weather Inside... Apr 11, 2009
Wilson, who is best known for her children s picture story books such as Bear Snores On [Simon & Schuster, 2002], branches out into the world of poetry with over 120 children s poems written in the silly and down-to-earth style of Shel Silverstein. Poems for Reluctant Readers. (Suite101.com)
Peter Lubell Apr 11, 2009
Where the Sidewalk Ends by Shel Silverstein. Worst habit. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
* [ HARDCOVER: US ]: King of horror reveals little of himself Feb 15, 2009
Rogak X the author of 40 books, including biographies of The Da Vinci Code author Dan Brown and Shel Silverstein X certainly did her due diligence, unearthing ancient interviews, reading all of Kings 60-plus books, and watching just about every movie version made of them. Too many other writers have unfairly painted King as everything from nutcase to hack and shamelessly exploited his dark themes for maximum gross-out effect instead of thoughtful insight and analysis. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Stella McCartney sets up shop at Paris's Palais Royal Feb 8, 2009
This means galloping horses, a lifelong love of the designer, sculpted from layers of recycled cardboard, or the names of her kids carved into the paneling, which is reminiscent of the Shel Silverstein book "The Giving Tree.". The opening of two new stores in a time of economic crisis could be a worry for most brands. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Luncheon to honor 4 Valley principals named 'exemplary' Feb 8, 2009
I brought the book The Giving Tree, by Shel Silverstein. The abundant support of the tree for the boy appeals to me and reminds me of Larkspur's support for children. (AZCentral)
