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Poet,
Quilter, & Entertainer
Yvonne Hollenbeck performs
her original poetry throughout the United States, captivating
audiences in her wake. She is one of the most published
cowgirl poets in the West and is not only a popular banquet and
civic entertainer, but also co-writes songs with many western
entertainers. Yvonne also pens a weekly column in the
“Farmer-Rancher Exchange” and writes articles about life in
rural America in various publications throughout the West.
Historian
A three-generations-old family ranch is home to Yvonne and her husband,
Glen. Together they raise angus beef cattle and quarter horses. More
specifically, they live 30 miles from Winner, South Dakota, and 50 miles
from Valentine, Nebraska, the closest towns with a post office, fire
department and grocery store.
South
Dakota Ranch Wife
Yvonne's poetry reflects everyday experiences that arise while sharing the
range with Glen and their neighbors. However, a fleeting moment or simple
event may also stir her pen to action. Mostly humorous in nature, her
poems take a turn toward the serious side, especially the stories of her
mother's and grandmothers' lives. From homesteading to the present, Yvonne
often writes about women on the ranches of the Great Plains.
"Patchwork
of the Prairie"
and "The Fabulous
Feedsack Era"
In
addition to her presentations of cowboy poetry, Yvonne's programs
entitled "Patchwork of the Prairie" and "The Fabulous
Feedsack Era" are two of the finest presentations in the
heartland. In "Patchwork of the Prairie", Yvonne shows her
collections of family quilts, spanning 140 years, including her own
prize-winning creations.
"The
Fabulous Feedsack Era" is a historical presentation regarding
feedsacks, the fabric of choice especially during the Great
Depression, in which Yvonne displays actual vintage feedsacks, items
made from them as well as quilts made from feedsack scraps. Poetry
about quilts and quilters is presented throughout both trunk shows,
which is enjoyed by men and women alike!
And
throughout the presentations, you will see power-point photos of the
quilt makers, their homes, and items of interest to both programs.
Both programs are included on the rosters of Humanities programs for
both the States of Nebraska and South Dakota.
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Special
thanks to my husband, Glen, for being a good sport when he
becomes the subject to my humor!
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