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| M.C. Helle autographing his first novel, "Dangerous Curves” at House of Broadcasting Museum on March 8, 2007. |
"Dangerous Curves" is a murder mystery set in contemporary Arizona, and Helle signed over 50 books throughout the evening.
Attending were many friends including former colleagues: Tom Chauncey II, Bill Miller, Marlene Klotz-Collins, Lenore Grobstein, and Don Jerome. Numerous longtime friends of Maurie and his lovely wife, Wendy, were in attendance: Vic Figarelli, Ron Conner, Debbie Bell, Bijen and Chris Dyrek, Jim and Joan Fraser, Allen Bucknell, Joe and Michele Dearborn, Mark and Martha Heier, Dave and Deb Selzer, Mary and Chuck Artigue and Karen Dewall-Betker. Many of the board members of the House of Broadcasting attended, led, of course, by Mary and John Morrison.
Wine and sandwiches were served with first V.P. Michael Shaldjian acting as bartender and Dave Weiser serving as photographer.
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| Author Maurie and Mrs. Wendy Helle relax after completion of book signing among their 100 friends. | Mary O’Hanlon-Artigue, President of Barclay Communications and Chuck Artigue, General Manager of Sandusky, at M.C. Helle book signing. | John (left) and Mary Morrison with John Craft, Professor at Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. |
The interview aired on the KPHO Channel 5 newscast at 10:00 p.m. Friday, March 2, 2007.
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SCOTTSDALE MEMBER EXPO - OCTOBER 2006 HOBI had a booth at the recent Scottsdale Convention and Visitors Bureau Expo. Bill Thompson, aka Wallace, was on hand to greet visitors along with Mary Morrison and Jan Jacobson. Bill brought along a miniature version of the Wallace and Ladmo set from the children's show that aired on KPHO-TV for over 50 years. Approximately 100 visitors came by the booth. |
On Thursday, May 18, 2006, the House of Broadcasting Museum saluted KSLX Radio as the station celebrated its 20th anniversary on the air. A special exhibit of station paraphernalia from t-shirts and banners to bumper stickers and posters were on display at the museum at 7150 E. Fifth Avenue (2nd Floor, Santa Fe West). KSLX afternoon talent Steve Trella, morning talent, Mark Mayfield and Valley Focus host/producer Jan Jacobson was on hand along with past station show hosts including Bob Boze Bell and John Giese, to share a piece of anniversary cake. Mike Flatt signed and gave away KSLX 20th anniversary posters. The event was well attended.Chuck Schaden, host of "Those Were The Days" program from Chicago, broadcasted live from the House of Broadcasting from February 4 through April 29, 2006. The program was heard in the Chicago area but originated in Scottsdale at 7150 East 5th Avenue. The Saturday broadcasts were attended both by visitors and tourists, many from the Chicago area who had listened to Mr. Schaden and looked forward to meeting him in person.
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BOZE BELL BOOK SIGNING - February 2006
A book signing was held on February 2, 2006 at HOBI for former KSLX radio personality Bob Boze Bell. At the event, he signed copies of his new book, "Classic Gunfights, Vol II - Blaze Away!" The book, "Classic Gunfights, Vol II - Blaze Away!" is an in-depth look at the 25 gunfights leading up to the O.K. Corral fight. It is illustrated with 236 Boze Bell images. Boze Bell, who is a former radio morning personality for KSLX, was on hand to autograph copies of the book for attendees. The 128 page book has a cost of $29.95. HOBI is Arizona's premiere television and radio museum, dedicated to educating the public and to preserving and celebrating the history, personalities and paraphernalia of radio and television in Arizona. It is a 501 C-3 organization.
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2005 HOBI EVENTS
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Hurricane Katrina Discussion On November 17, 2005, the House of Broadcasting Radio and Television Museum hosted an evening "Call to Action" with (l-r) CBS 5 reporter Peter Busch (formerly of KVOA), ABC 15 anchor Jonathan Elias and Bryan Mims, CBS 5. KFYI announcer Jim Sharpe served as moderator of the evening's discussion regarding coverage of Hurricanes Rita and Katrina. Sixty guests attended, and each of the broadcasters shared their personal observations and experiences in the performance of their media jobs. |
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HOBI HONORS HG LISTIAK
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A NIGHT OF WINE & WALLACE FOR HOBI Fans of "Wallace" scan his book during the May 12th signing event at HOBI! HOBI's celebration on May 12th included wine tasting, provided by the Scottsdale Cultural Council. |
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The House of Broadcasting Museum of Scottsdale, held a book signing reception for Bill Thompson, AKA, Wallace of Wallace and Ladmo, September 30, 2004. The book, "Thanks for Tuning In," is a biography of Wallace, written by Arizona Republic columnist Richard Ruelas. It chronicles Thompson's life and broadcast story and reveals behind the scenes details of his TV show. The book publisher is Dan Harkins of Harkins Theaters. The museum has a major display area dedicated to the Wallace and Ladmo show, the longest running children's television show in the United States. Wallace was on hand to personally autograph copies of the book for attendees. The 198 page book has a cost of $21.95. |
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BOOK SIGNING WITH VETERAN BROADCASTER HUGH DOWNS
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| HOBI VISITORS The Rocky Mountain Chapter of the National Television Academy held their December, 2004 board of directors meeting and members holiday mixer at the House of Broadcasting Museum. Guests enjoyed touring the expanded facility and viewing the latest acquisitions from C. E. Pep Cooney's collection and Buck Owens and Ira Lavin memorabilia. Ron Conners from KSAZ, Channel 10, Stu Tracey, formerly of KPHO, and representatives from TV stations valleywide attended. |
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