MainStreet  
Program Number: 971
"What’s In a Name"
Initial Air: 1-9-97
Producer: Barnaby/Miller
Length: 26:32


Synopsis:

On this month’s MainStreet, we travel far and wide to find out why people name things the way they do. Then, we meet some odd animals that now make their home in Kentucky. Next, we travel to a theater that is full of stars. Finally, we find out why a goat causes such a stir in Dundee, Kentucky. Come along as we find out what’s in a name on MainStreet.

Segment 1: Names
Length: 3:28

Have you ever driven somewhere and read a sign and wondered... What does that mean? Well come along now as our own Terry Reagan and J Miller stop to ask.

Segment 2: Odd Animals
Length: 4:17

Kentucky has become a diverse place, filled with people from other lands. Travel now with Tim Bischoff, who shows us that Kentucky is becoming home to other forms of life as well.

Segment 3: Star Theatre
Length: 11:06

Sometimes, people name things to make them sound important or to draw attention. Come along now as David Brinkley visits a place that lives up to its name and everyone can share in the limelight.

Segment 4: The Dundee Goat
Length: 3:55

A name is a means to put a label on something so we can understand it. However, behind every name there is a story that reveals the true value of the place. Travel now with Doug Fisher, as he learns the story of a building, a goat and the good people involved with both.

 

MainStreet  
Program Number: 972
"The Life We Choose"
Initial Air: 2-13-97
Producer: Barnaby
Length: 29:51


Synopsis:

On this month’s MainStreet, we meet people with different lifestyles. First, we journey to west Kentucky to meet a woman whose art makes a statement about her life. Next, we visit a man, who has made collecting a way of life. Then, we travel to Christian County to meet a couple that makes wood turning part of their daily lives. Finally, we journey to Murray, where scouting history is preserved. Come along as we see how people live the life they’ve chosen on MainStreet.

Segment 1: Trash Guy
Length: 7:43

A man tells tales of Hollywood Dumpster Diving

Segment 2: Helen LaFrance
Length: 7:25

Artist that uses her art to make a statement

Segment 3: Wood Turner
Length: 7:08

Segment 4: Scouting History
Length: 6:00

 

MainStreet  
Program Number: 973
"Roadside Greetings"
Initial Air: 3-14-97
Producer: Barnaby
Length: 27:19


Synopsis:

On this month’s MainStreet, we come upon some unique roadside views. First, we travel to Bardstown and learn why this middle Kentucky town has such a colorful history. Then, we journey to an Allen County saw mill to see what life in the lumber business is like. Next, we learn how, for some people, the mall has replaced the town square. Then we make a return journey to a place of simple beauty near the Ohio River. All these roadside greetings on March’s MainStreet.

Segment 1: Talbot Tavern
Length: 5:27

Discover an inn where Lincoln slept and Jesse James put bullets through.

Segment 2: Woodbury Lock
Length: 3:00

Segment 3: Mall As Townsquare
Length: 5:00

Segment 4: Lumber
Length: 6:00

Segment 5: Closing: Falls of Rough

 

MainStreet  
Program Number: 974
"Spring Adventures"
Initial Air: 4-10-97
Producer: Barnaby
Length: 27:37


Synopsis:

On this month’s MainStreet, we enjoy some spring adventures. First, we travel to cave country and learn about a roadside landmark that harkens back to days gone by. Then, we journey deep underground to experience portions of the Historic Tour in Mammoth Cave. Next, we meet a man, making stories for children. So, come along for some spring adventures on April’s MainStreet.

Segment 1: Wigwam Village
Length: 5:00

Segment 2: Mammoth Cave Historic Tour
Length: 15:23

Segment 3: Storybook Author
Length: 7:45

 

MainStreet  
Program Number: 975
"Food For Thought"
Initial Air: 5-15-97
Producer: Barnaby
Length: 28:30


Synopsis:

On this month’s MainStreet, we travel to places and meet some people, who are feed both the mind and body. First, we journey to Owensboro and meet the people who keep one of Kentucky’s favorite eating establishments up and running. Next, we travel to Cloverport to see how a small cadre of people is trying to keep the past and future alive for this small river town. Then, we meet a baseball player sharing his experiences with younger people. Finally, we meet a woman who is trying to make a name for herself on the big and small screen. Get some food for thought on May’s MainStreet.

Segment 1: Moonlight BBQ
Length: 6:10

Segment 2: Cloverport
Length: 5:36

Segment 3: Paul Kilgus
Length: 5:38

Segment 4: Actor
Length: 7:02

A local woman waxes nostalgic about her failed acting career.

Segment 5: Diners
Length: 3:00

 

Home Upcoming Shows Viewer Feedback Topic Suggestions
All contents copyright. WKYU PBS © 2005