CAT'S IN THE CRADLE 50TH ANNIVERSARY

By Pegge Strella

Join us and be a part of the celebration!

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Sandy Chapin Shares Her Thoughts On Senator Patrick Leahy's New Book

By Pegge Strella

       Senator Patrick Leahy writes in the introduction to his memoir "The Road
Taken" that he knows what the Senate can be and has faith the Senate can
be that way again. He writes that certain words ring true. The first
were the words of “my dear friend Harry Chapin, ‘When in doubt, do
something.’” Do read The Road Taken and you can once again believe there
are good people dedicated to public service and a better American
promise. As Leahy explains in his introduction, “This is the story not
just of my political education, or even of the Senate’s journey, but of
America’s journey..” from the 1970s up to the present. This is history
we all knew, read about, and lived through, but Senator Leahy shares
personal stories of hard work, collaboration and commitment. Pat and
Harry were close personal friends and our families spent happy times
together in Vermont. Most of all, Harry and Pat together tackled issues
concerning food, agriculture and hunger and believed a handful of
dedicated citizens can lead us to advance.
    In the book, we meet demagogues and ideologues as well as those
dedicated to truth and fortitude. Senator Leahy is continually at the
forefront of fostering dialogue and amity and openness and he evokes
Abraham Lincoln in reminding us to follow “the better angels of our
nature.” He stands by his word, cherishes his roots, seeks unity and
friendship, and embodies unvarnished loyalty at home in Vermont, in our
nation's capital and constantly abroad. After serving eight terms
dedicating his life to Vermont, the U.S. Senate, our United States and
the global community, Senator Leahy tells a tale of inspiration and hope
for the rest of us.
I have known Patrick Leahy as a warm and loyal friend and now I am
happy to embrace the thoughtful and brilliant writer.

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SEARCHING FOR HARRY CHAPIN'S AMERICA

By Pegge Strella

SEARCHING FOR HARRY CHAPIN'S AMERICA
In Searching for Harry Chapin's America, journalist Pat Fenton describes his road trips to the towns and people that inspired Harry Chapin's most renowned songs. Fenton's account includes exclusive interviews with Chapin's family and associates, and an excerpt from Chapin's unpublished writings.

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NEW! HARRY CHAPIN STORY BOOK- Elektra Albums 1972-1978

By Pegge Strella

NEW! HARRY CHAPIN STORY BOOK- Elektra Albums 1972-1978

A 6 piece CD box set that offers 9 Elektra albums issued from 1972-1978

  • Heads & Tales
  • Sniper and Other Love Songs
  • Short Stories
  • Verities & BalderdashPortrait Gallery
  • Greatest Stories Live
  • On the Road to Kingdom Come
  • Dance Band on the Titanic
  • Living Room Suite 

For the first time in a long time all of Harry's Elektra albums are available. 

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All New re-design of HarrysFriends.com fan stories and memories

By Pegge Strella

Take a look at HarrysFriends.com and you'll find an all new re-designed site of Harry Chapin's fans stories and memories. 

You can share your memories by posting your own story about Harry as well as look up under Explore More and find The Harry Chapin Concert List 1975-1981. 

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NEW BOOK AVAILABLE! Harry Chapin The Music Behind the Man

By Pegge Strella

NEW BOOK AVAILABLE! Harry Chapin The Music Behind the Man
Harry Chapin never reached forty. But in the all-too-brief time he was allowed, he achieved a great deal and left such an indelible mark that now, almost four decades on since his tragic death, it seems only fitting we should re-evaluate and celebrate the life and career of a man who devoted all of his time and energy to help eradicate what for him was the "ultimate obscenity" - world hunger. But there was also another side to Harry Chapin. First and foremost, he was an incredibly gifted singer-songwriter, who, in a successful career lasting a little over ten years, carved for himself a place in music history that, even to this day, is hard to define. Few artists of his generation came close to his intimate style of writing thought-provoking, soul-searching and heart-breaking story-songs, such as Cat's in the Cradle and Taxi, now well embedded in American lore. This book delves into the fascinating life of this truly great man, focusing mainly on his music, but also celebrating his tireless campaigning for that better world. It is a life that began with no direction or great ambition, but which, in due course, made him realize that of all the roads he could have taken, his destiny had already been defined, and, for Harry Chapin, there had always only been one choice.

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HARRY CHAPIN ON JEOPARDY!

By Leslie Ramme

Watch Jeopardy on Wednesday Night March 28th and hear a Harry Chapin song clue offered to the contestant. Subject title is "Songs for your cat."

 

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Limited Edition Congressional Gold Medal Framed Wall Art

By Sandy Chapin

Limited Edition Congressional Gold Medal Framed Wall Art

Long Island Cares, Inc, The Harry Chapin Food Bank is commemorating the 35th Anniversary of Harry Chapin's passing in 1981 with the issue of a limited edition framed photo of Harry with a replica of the Congressional Gold Medal that was posthumously presented to the Chapin family in 1987. This limited edition framed piece is available for a donation of $135.00 to Long Island Cares food bank. "We are honored to be able to offer Harry Chapin's fans with this unique opportunity to own a piece of Harry's legacy." "It is truly a piece of history and will stand forever as a symbol of Harry's never-ending quest to solve hunger in America."

To order this commemorative Legacy 35 wall art call (631) 582-3663 x 102. 

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