Woodstock Counsel of Elders Local Tribe #1969

Woodstock Counsel of Elders Local Tribe #1969 Wisdom for life and other unsolicited advice. Woodstock and the 60’s and other items of interest ☮️

Maddening!
06/20/2026

Maddening!

1960...Maynard G, Krebs.Maynard Gwalter Krebs is the "beatnik" sidekick of the title character in the U.S. television si...
06/20/2026

1960...Maynard G, Krebs.

Maynard Gwalter Krebs is the "beatnik" sidekick of the title character in the U.S. television sitcom The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis, which aired on CBS from 1959 to 1963.

The Krebs character, portrayed by actor Bob Denver, begins the series as a beatnik, with a goatee, "hip" (slang) language, and a generally unkempt, bohemian appearance. He played the bongos and ocarina and sang s**t. He also played bebop trumpet. His abhorrence of conventional social forms is signified by comical reactions to three words: "work", "marriage", and "police". For example, whenever the word "work" is mentioned, even in passing, he yelps "Work?!" and jumps with fear or even faints. He serves as a foil to the well-groomed, well-dressed, strait-laced Dobie, who also hates to work, and the contrast between the two friends provides much of the humor of the series.

By the third season of Dobie Gillis, Maynard becomes less of the stereotypical beatnik and more a free soul who "does his own thing," as he might say—including collecting tinfoil or petrified frogs, seeing the old Endicott Building get torn down and going to see the movie The Monster That Devoured Cleveland, which perpetually ran at the Central City Bijou throughout the entire series run. In one episode, he invites Dobie to accompany him to a double-feature of the film and its sequel, Son of the Monster that Devoured Cleveland. Maynard may be described as the prototype of the late-1960s hippie. Many of the later episodes center around Maynard, with Dobie more of an observer, but always as narrator. The series lasted four years, but its popularity extended into the 1990s and 2000s as channels like Nick at Nite and Me-TV re-broadcast it for new generations.

Maynard's middle name is pronounced "Walter", named for his aunt. The "G" is silent, he would explain.

Reception
In 1999, TV Guide ranked Maynard G. Krebs number 22 on its '50 Greatest TV Characters of All Time' list.

Marty Balin, a co-founder of Jefferson Airplane, bought and opened the Matrix nightclub in San Francisco, specifically s...
06/20/2026

Marty Balin, a co-founder of Jefferson Airplane, bought and opened the Matrix nightclub in San Francisco, specifically so that Jefferson Airplane would have a place to perform as the house band. Marty retained a 25% ownership stake in the Matrix, while three limited partners financed the opening with $3,000 each, giving them 75% ownership.

Sometime in 1966 or 1967, Marty Balin sold his share of the club to Peter Abram and Gary Jackson, two of the original partners; they bought out the remaining partner. Abram actively managed the club room and made bookings while also recording those musicians he knew and liked. Jackson took care of accounting and general business matters.

For a brief period toward the end of 1966, Bill Ehlert, better known as the "Jolly Blue Giant" or simply "Jolly", owner of the Jabberwockin Berkeley, took over running The Matrix. This brought a distinct change to the booking policy whereby Jabberwock favorites Country Joe and the Fish, the New Age and Blackburn & Snow performed. Another change was seen in the advertising of shows, with Jabberwock house artist Tom Weller producing some classic posters and handbills.

The Matrix was originally a pizza parlor operating at 3138 Fillmore Street in San Francisco’s Cow Hollow neighborhood before Balin bought it. Jefferson Airplane made their first public appearance and served as the house band on the Matrix's opening night, August 13, 1965.

The Matrix played a vital role in establishing the "San Francisco sound" of rock music and served as a crucial venue for many other iconic bands of the era, including The Doors, Big Brother and the Holding Company, and the Grateful Dead. Balin's idea to open the club was fueled by his desire to have a dedicated venue for his band and to electrify the folk music sound, which had become difficult to achieve at existing folk clubs.

Although Leon the “Mad Hatter” Wilkeson is pictured here and was previously part of the band, he did not perform on Skyn...
06/19/2026

Although Leon the “Mad Hatter” Wilkeson is pictured here and was previously part of the band, he did not perform on Skynyrd’s debut album. When Skynyrd signed with MCA in 1973, Wilkeson had returned to Jacksonville and his regular job stocking ice cream at Farmbest Dairy Products.

Former Strawberry Alarm Clock lead guitarist Ed King replaced Wilkeson during the recording of Skynyrd's debut album, Pronounced Leh-Nerd Skin-Nerd, but just as sessions wrapped up, King and vocalist Ronnie Van Zant both agreed that King wasn't suited to be a bassist.

Van Zant subsequently visited Wilkeson and convinced him to rejoin the band, and King moved to co-lead guitar.

Two violins, a viola and a cello.Wow, An Ensemble in one case.The Bibliothèque nationale de France places the date as 19...
06/19/2026

Two violins, a viola and a cello.

Wow, An Ensemble in one case.

The Bibliothèque nationale de France places the date as 1932.

1984....Steven Van Zandt (Little Steven), Paul Reubens (P*e Wee Herman), and Al Yankovic (Weird Al) pose for a photo at ...
06/19/2026

1984....Steven Van Zandt (Little Steven), Paul Reubens (P*e Wee Herman), and Al Yankovic (Weird Al) pose for a photo at the South Bay Bowling Center on April 7, 1984.

Lynyrd Skynyrd (/lɛnərd ˈskɪnərd/, LEN-ərd SKIN-ərd) is an American rock band formed in Jacksonville, Florida. The group...
06/19/2026

Lynyrd Skynyrd (/lɛnərd ˈskɪnərd/, LEN-ərd SKIN-ərd) is an American rock band formed in Jacksonville, Florida. The group originally formed as My Backyard in 1964 and comprised Ronnie Van Zant (lead vocalist), Gary Rossington (guitar), Allen Collins (guitar), Larry Junstrom (bass guitar), and Bob Burns (drums).

The band spent five years touring small venues under various names and with several lineup changes before deciding on "Lynyrd Skynyrd" in 1969. The band released its first album, (Pronounced 'Lĕh-'nérd 'Skin-'nérd), in 1973.

By then, they had settled on a lineup that included bassist Leon Wilkeson, keyboardist Billy Powell, and guitarist Ed King. Burns left and was replaced by Artimus Pyle in 1974. King left in 1975 and was replaced by Steve Gaines in 1976. At the height of their fame in the 1970s, the band popularized the Southern rock genre with songs such as "Sweet Home Alabama" and "Free Bird".

After releasing five studio albums and one live album, the band's career was abruptly halted on October 20, 1977, when their chartered airplane crashed, killing Van Zant, Steve Gaines, and backup singer Cassie Gaines; and seriously injuring the rest of the band.

1959....a snapshot of 17 yr old Jerry Garcia, dressed up for the prom, Aug '59.
06/19/2026

1959....a snapshot of 17 yr old Jerry Garcia, dressed up for the prom, Aug '59.

Sally Field as Gidget!
06/19/2026

Sally Field as Gidget!

Barbara Hershey and David Carradine, 1970s. These two look real happy here in this photo, but this was actually a turbul...
06/19/2026

Barbara Hershey and David Carradine, 1970s.

These two look real happy here in this photo, but this was actually a turbulent relationship and I believe that is putting it politely.

Hershey and Carradine's relationship was unique in many ways. They starred together in films such as "Boxcar Bertha," and in 1972, they posed n**e together for Pl***oy, recreating some of the film's love scenes. Their son, Free, was born on October 6, 1972, though he later changed his name to Tom in 1982.

Hershey and Carradine’s bond was not just a personal one but also a creative partnership that fueled both their careers during this period. However, their relationship began to unravel around the time of Carradine's arrest for burglary in 1974, especially after he started an affair with Season Hubley, a guest star on "Kung Fu."

These events added complexity and strain to an already intense relationship. The public scandal and Carradine's infidelity marked a turning point in Hershey's life, leading her to question not only her personal choices but also the direction of her career.

During this tumultuous period, Hershey adopted the stage name "Seagull," inspired by the freedom and flight of the bird. However, this change didn't benefit her career as she had hoped. Rumors and accusations began to swirl, suggesting that she was involved in drugs and was unreliable claims she vehemently denied.

Barbara faced criticism not only for her personal choices but also for her dedication to motherhood, particularly for breastfeeding her son during an appearance on "The Dick Cavett Show" and continuing to breastfeed him beyond the age of two.

These choices were controversial at the time, and they impacted her career significantly. Hershey's unconventional parenting methods and her association with Carradine, who was known for his eccentric behavior, contributed to her being ostracized by Hollywood.

By 1979, Hershey's career was in serious jeopardy. Her eccentric behavior, including her stage name change, led to her being labeled as "kooky" and difficult to work with. This was a time when Hollywood was unforgiving to those who strayed from the norm, and Hershey found herself on the outskirts of an industry she had once been a rising star in. However, Barbara remained resilient. She eventually reverted to her original name, "Hershey," acknowledging that the meaning behind "Seagull" had been lost after so many explanations.

Her decision to reclaim her name was a symbolic return to her roots, both as an actress and as an individual. By the 1990s, Barbara had become a much more private individual, distancing herself from the public eye that had once been so critical of her.

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