Library Programs
Ben has two new programs!
Ben speaks at many libraries each year. He believes his program is absolutely the best
library program in the world. The wonder is why he has not spoken at every library in the country. How could a librarian possibly resist Benjamin Franklin speaking on the topic "The Magic of Reading"? He is pleased to note that libraries that invite him once, invarably have him back to perform again.
BEN FRANKLIN IS COMING!
The Magic of Reading 
is an educational program designed to enlighten children and adults and inspire them to acquire a love of knowledge, a love of reading that will last forever. Come learn the secrets of one of the world's best and most famous readers, Benjamin Franklin, as he discusses his life and achievements, and explains how to improve reading habits.
"From a child I was fond of reading, and all the little money
that came into my hands was ever laid out in books."
Many participants become part of the program as Ben challenges them to remember everything he says--and rewards them when they do!
Topics Include:
- Why Reading is Magic
- How to Make Reading more Fun
- How The Magic of Reading Challenge Works
- Major Facts about Ben Franklin
- Ben's Four Reading Virtues
The program concludes with a reenactment of a scientific experiment Ben actually performed. Everyone learns, everyone has fun.
Ages 6 and up.
Program lasts 55 minutes
Travel expenses are not charged. Book when Ben is coming to your area and receive a world-class program at a very, very reasonable price!
If you are looking for something a little different, something sure to get their attention and impart a worthwhile message, take a moment to give me a call.
Remember, as Ben Franklin says, "Lose no time. Be always employed in something useful." Call now!
Among the Famous Things Ben Franklin Did:
Founded the first subscription library in this country
Signed the Declaration of Independence
Charted the Gulf Stream
Helped win the Revolutionary War
Invented bifocal eyeglasses
Founded the University of Pennsylvania
Among the Crazy Things Ben Franklin Did:
Flew a kite in a thunderstorm
Only went to school two years
Wanted the national bird to be the turkey
Invented the rocking chair
Had the first bathtub in this country
Had a state named after him which has now disappeared
Ben is not just about kids Photo by Jennifer Surgent
300 seniors showed up for Ormond Beach, Florida program, Jan. 2010
Just because Ben makes a living doing school assembly programs in the mornings and early afternoons, does not mean that he cannot entertain adults. If you like reading, history, stories, humor you will like Rich Davis as Ben Franklin, no matter your age.
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Poor Richard Presents:
Guide to Health and Fitness
Inspired by Benjamin Franklin, America's favorite founding father and member of the International Swimming Hall of Fame, this one hour class provides information about a fun, effective program of health and fitness which can benefit anyone.
Doing the right things with eating and exercise does not have to be a chore. Poor Richard will tell you how to make healthy living addictive and contagious. Don't want to go to the gym? That's okay. You can do what you need to in your home. Don't want to count calories? You can eat healthy, lose weight, and get fit without a lot of fuss and bother. Don't want to give up cake and ice cream every night for desert? Well, some things may have to change!
Program Features:
aPoint system for modifying behavior aBecome pain-free and flexible
aVaried activities and exercises aSleep better
a Learn success strategies useful in all areas of life a Create a healthy, active lifestyle
aIncrease strength, flexibility, aerobic capacity a Lifelong program tailored for you!
Health and fitness plan allows you to exercise at your pace doing activities
convenient and fun for you!
Website provides information and participant activities. Check out Ben's video and the World Rankings of people participating in the program! Course book available for purchase but is not required.
Ages 12 and up / Program length: 60 min.
Taught by Dr. Rich Davis, a widely traveled Benjamin Franklin impersonator who designed this program to deal with health issues caused by his own arduous lifestyle. Davis will appear in costume as Ben Franklin.
Ben Franklin: Invented bifocal eyeglasses and the lightening rod, Flew a kite in a thunderstorm, Signed the Declaration of Independence, Only went to school two years, Charted the Gulf Stream, Invented the rocking chair, Founded the University of Pennsylvania, Had the first famous bathtub in this country, Started the first library and volunteer fire department.
Dr. Rich Davis 843/832-3029
101 Ravenwood Court, Summerville, SC 29485
PoorRichardsGuide.com
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Ben Franklin's Poor, Old
Aching Back!
is a fun library program dealing with a not-so-funny topic, back pain and injury. Dr. Rich Davis (who has traveled the Southeast since 1993 speaking as Benjamin Franklin on the topic “The Magic of Reading”) shares his experiences with herniated disk, sciatic nerve damage, and other back-leg injuries. Dr. Davis claims he has discovered a way to prevent injuries, and relieve many forms of pain, by doing a wacky little eight-minute exercise.
The program is performed by Davis in character and dress of Ben Franklin.
“What have I done to merit these cruel sufferings?”
“Many things!”
Topics Include
a Major facts about Ben Franklin a Who is the greatest American ever?
a Is being pain-free and flexible a realistic goal? aTake the 8-Minute Challenge
a The dangerous lifestyle of a Benjamin Franklin impersonator
a The causes of leg and back injury aTreatment and prevention of back injury
The program concludes with a demonstration of The 8-Minute Wonder exercise with Ben inviting the entire audience to dance with him!
Ages 12 and up / Program length: 55 min.
If you are looking for a program with content useful to a large portion of the population, and a performer who will keep them laughing and learning, call now!
Dr. Rich Davis has performed in character and dress as Benjamin Franklin since 1993. Among the 3,000 libraries, schools and colleges that have hosted his performances are: Cagan Crossings Com Lib, Clermont, FL; W T Bland Lib, Mount Dora, FL; Palatka Pub Lib, FL; Flagler Co Lib, Palm Coast, FL; Leesburg Pub Lib, FL; Regency Park Br Lib, New Port Richey, FL; City Island Lib, Daytona Beach, FL; Colleton Co Lib, Walterboro, SC; Laurens Co Lib, Laurens, SC; Wesmark Br Lib, Sumter, SC; Arts Circle Lib, Crossville, TN; Inglewood Br Lib, Nashville; Greeneville-Greene Co Lib, TN; Sevier Co. Lib, Sevierville, TN; Blount Co. Lib, Maryville, TN; Henderson Co. Lib, NC; Union West Reg Lib, Indian Trail, NC; Rowan Pub Lib, Salisbury, NC; Gunn Mem Lib, Yanceyville, NC; Five Forks Br Lib, Lawrenceville, GA; LaGrange Mem Lib, GA; Brunswick-Glynn Co Lib, GA; Laurens Co Lib, Dublin, GA; Pike Road Br Lib, Montgomery, AL; Madison Pub Lib, AL; Columbiana Pub Lib, AL; Decatur Pub Lib, AL; Marion Co Lib, Fairmont, WV; Shenandoah Co Lib, Edinburg, VA; Cochrane-Rockville Br Lib, Rockville, VA; Delmar Pub Lib, DE; Milton Pub Lib, DE; Wissahicken Valley Lib, Blue Bell, PA; Wm Jeanes Lib, LaFayette Hill, PA.
A complete list of all bookings in your state the past several years can be found on the Recent Bookings page.
Dr. Rich Davis 843/832-3029
101 Ravenwood Court, Summerville, SC 29485
website benfranklin1706.com
