"Eternity's Missing Children" by R.S. (Ryan) Praefke (Intrigue Press, $14.95): Praefke grew up in Neenah, Wis., and attended the University of Minnesota, where he "fell prey to the wilder elements of college life." He lives in Sarasota, Fla., but sets his odd tale in New Orleans, where the devil and Jesus, who consider themselves brothers and are not adversaries, share their worries.
Satan likes to tease Jesus about liking fish and being a nondrinker. Together, they watch the interactions of characters such as Desiree, a single mom with a son; an alcoholic who compounds Desiree's struggles; and an aging bluesman who makes a bad deal to become a great guitar player.
This story is interesting and fast-paced until near the end, when the devil and Jesus indulge in philosophical discussions that go on too long. But the lively writing in the rest of the book makes up for this brief detour into theology.
Join local author R.S. Praefke at his latest event on Sunday, January 31st between 2:00-4:00 p.m. at Bennington's Cigars on St. Armand's Circle.
Bennington's Cigars is located at 5 Filmore Drive, Sarasota,FL 34236
Get in on a smoking discussion with R.S. Praefke, enjoy the finest cohibas and get your copy of Eternity's MIssing Children for yourself or as a gift.
"In Performance at the White House: A Celebration of Music from the Civil Rights Movement" to be Aired February 11
Event marks the continuation of White House Music Series by celebrating Black History Month
The 2010 White House Music Series begins on Wednesday, February 10th, when the President and First Lady will host "In Performance at the White House: A Celebration of Music from the Civil Rights Movement" - a concert celebrating Black History month. Participants include Natalie Cole, Bob Dylan, Jennifer Hudson, John Legend, John Mellencamp, Smokey Robinson, Seal, the Blind Boys of Alabama, the Howard University Choir and others. Morgan Freeman and Queen Latifah will serve as emcees for this concert which will feature songs from the Civil Rights Movement as well as readings from famous Civil Rights speeches and writings. The President will make opening remarks at this concert held in the East Room which will streamed live onhttp://www.whitehouse.gov starting at 5:15 p.m. ET.
The concert will be televised on February 11th at 8:00 p.m. ET on public broadcasting stations nationwide as part of WETA Washington, D.C.'s "In Performance at the White House" series. NPR will also produce a one-hour concert special from this event for broadcast nationwide on NPR Member stations throughout the month of February, beginning February 12th. The special will be available on http://www.npr.org/music
