Wooden covered bridges played an important role in the development of Alabama by providing safe passage over creeks and rivers at locations where crossing in a horse-drawn wagon or buggy would otherwise be extremely difficult or impossible. Hundreds of covered bridges were constructed in the state, but now only a few remain. Those engineering marvels that still stand have become popular tourist attractions.SHOW ME NOW
Joe Fiore’s Southern Keystone Railroad is one of the largest model railroad collections in the world. Other collections this large have been built by groups of collectors but all of the work here was done by Joe. His collection began when his father gave him a model train set when he was two and he’s been adding to it ever since. SHOW ME NOW
Meiko is an American singer-songwriter. A prolific writer, her songs have been used in many TV shows and films. She is a headliner at LA’s Hotel Cafe, ground zero for the new wave of young, folksy songwriters and she has been featured in late-night TV appearances on Conan O’Brien and Carson Daly. Songs include “Under My Bed,” and “Leave the Lights On.”SHOW ME NOW
Georgina Callaghan is a singer-songwriter who specializes in folk, Americana, and alternative country music. Her songs are finely crafted, beautifully delivered, and she is accompanied in this performance by the talented guitarist, Julia Sinclair. Originally from England, Callaghan is now part of the Nashville music scene. Songs include “The Only Thing Real,” “When You Loved Me,” “It Was Meant to Be,” and “Close My Eyes.”SHOW ME NOW
