Happy Sunday in the 60s, Keenerfans!
Here’s what’s happening.
Detroit Riverfront Conservancy Announces New Park: Exciting news for Detroit’s riverfront! The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy just announced plans for a brand new 22-acre park. This expansive green space will feature walking paths, picnic areas, playgrounds, and even a sandy beach. Construction is set to begin this spring, and you can learn more about this exciting project on their website.
Eastern Market Welcomes New Vendors: Eastern Market is always buzzing with activity, and this spring is no exception! Several new vendors have set up shop, offering everything from locally-sourced honey to handcrafted jewelry. Be sure to check out the market’s website for a full list of vendors and upcoming events.
Detroit Institute of Arts Offers Free Admission: Calling all art lovers! The Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) is offering free general admission to residents of Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties. It’s a fantastic opportunity to explore the DIA’s world-class collection and discover new exhibits. Visit their website for more information.
Detroit Pistons Host Youth Basketball Clinic: The Detroit Pistons are giving back to the community with a free youth basketball clinic. Young players will have the chance to learn from Pistons players and coaches, developing their skills and love for the game. Check the Pistons’ website for details and registration
On This Date:
1966 – The Rolling Stones went into RCA’s Hollywood Studios in Los Angeles to begin work on the album Aftermath.
1966 – Neil Young, Stephen Stills and Richie Furay formed Buffalo Springfield in Los Angeles.
1967 – In Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, The Animals refused to play a slated concert unless they were paid up front. Consequently, more than 3,000 fans in the audience broke into a riot, causing about $5,000 in damages.
1972 – Harry Nilsson snagged a Gold record for Nilsson Schmilsson, the best-selling album of his career; it featured “Without You,” “Jump Into The Fire” and “Coconut.” The album performed well at the 1973 Grammy Awards, earning a nomination for Album of the Year, while “Without You,” a Badfinger cover, won a Nilsson a Grammy for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance.
1973 – The Grammy Awards were held at the Tennessee Theatre in Nashville. The Album Of The Year award went to George Harrison’s The Concert For Bangladesh, and the band America were named Best New Artist.
1975 – Earth, Wind & Fire released their sixth studio album, That’s the Way of the World. It features “Shining Star” and the title track.
1982 – The reformed Mamas & Papas, with original members John Phillips and Denny Doherty — joined by Phillips’ daughter MacKenzie (also known for her work on TV’s One Day at a Time) and Spanky McFarlane of Spanky & Our Gang — played the first show of their brief reunion tour.
Birthdays:
Theodore Dr. Seuss Geisel American children’s author – 1904/1992 (The Cat in the Hat, Green Eggs and Ham).
Desi Arnaz (1917-1986) – Cuban-American singer (“Babalú”), bandleader, actor (I Love Lucy – “Ricky Riccardo”), and television producer (The Untouchables), born in Santiago de Cuba, Cuba.
Jimmy Garrison, bassist for John Coltrane, was born today in 1934.
Mike Pender of The Searchers is 84.
Jennifer Warnes (“Up Where We Belong,” “(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life”) is 78.
Snowy White — guitarist who collaborated with Pink Floyd and Rogers Waters — is 77.
Karen Carpeneter 1950/1983 (“We’ve Only Just Begun”; “Rainy Days And Mondays”; “Top Of The World”), born in New Haven, Connecticut.
Laraine Newman of SNL is 73.
John Bon Jovi is 63.
Daniel Craig is 57.
Keener Number-Ones on this date:
(1964) Suspicion, Terry Stafford
(1966) These Boots Are Made For Walking, Nancy Sinatra
(1967) Happy Together, Turtles
(1968) Love is Blue, Paul Mauriat
(1969) Dizzy, Tommy Roe
(1970) Bridge Over Troubled Waters, Simon & Garfunkle
(1971) What’s Going On, Marvin Gaye
(1972) Without You, Nilsson
