Arthur Hill High School - Legenda Yearbook (Saginaw, MI)

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22 Bands araw Hlites Many enjoyed rock and roll, disco, country, or even the latest distinctive sound for the eighties, new wave. And for those who enjoyed the excitement of live musical performances by regional and national groups, the Saginaw Civic Center proved to be a major state facility, bringing top name acts and drawing crowds from the Tri-cities and the Mid-Michigan area. Concerts were promoted by local and state production companies, sometimes in conjunction with area radio stations. Although the growth of the music business was slowed slightly by the economic conditions, concerts were still popular as forms of | entertainment or escape, even when ticket prices ranged from $7 to $15. Saginaw was entertained in the fall by the rock group Journey, featuring numbers from their hit album “Infinity.” Canadian-based Rush made a return trip to the Tri-cities on Halloween night. The disco fans were dazzled by the music and stage show of the Jacksons, featuring Michael Jackson with his first solo material, sang their hits “Shake Your Body (Down to the Ground)” and “Don’t Stop ’Til You Get Enough.” Michael’s performances were from his number one album, “Off the Wall.” Opening a new year, new decade and anew concert season, REO Speedwagon was another repeat performance in Saginaw on Jan. 3 with selections from their album “9 Lives” and rocked with old hits such as “157 Riverside Ave.” and “Golden Country.” Later in the year, a blockbuster show with the Whispers, Shalamar, Lakeside and Dynasty proved to be one of the biggest disco shows ever to hit the area. Punk Funk debuted here with the appearance of Rick James and the Stone City Band, and sex-symbol Prince. Those on a nostalgia trip or who newly discovered the magic of music from the 60s listened to the Beach Boys in April. Entertainment was never at a standstill at the Civic Center, with all of these groups and more providing high-priced fun for an evening. Special effects by Rush seem to please thé crowd. As the lead singer in Journey, Steve Perry put all he has into his song.

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isions are not always easy, Bill Smith finds, becially when there are so many choices. wee After completing a sale, Jennifer Bishop secures the cash register. Shopping centers played a major role in the social lives of many students who spent their free hours at malls and plazas throughout Saginaw. Fashion Square Mall was the most popular shopping center in the area. The mall boasted dozens of stores which catered to the needs of virtually every customer, and few residents of the city could admit to not having visited the center. There were bookstores, a hobby and a pet shop, record stores and jewelry stores. There were department and clothing stores along with restaurants, snack bars and gift shops. Aladdin’s Castle was always filled with teenagers playing pinball. The mall was often the location for many exhibitions. These included photography exhibits, car shows, Window snoooing puppet shows and flower snows. Santa Land was open during the Christmas season and in the spring, children waited in line to see the Easter bunny. Green Acres Plaza was also a popular shopping center with a sewing store, grocery stores anda dance studio, added to many other shops. The Green Acres Cinema, Originally one theater, expanded to two. Bay Plaza was also growing. Consumer Outlet Mart was added, a store which promoted itself as one of the state’s largest retail outlets. Brand name clothing was offered at a price generally lower than most stores. Along with downtown Saginaw, the stores provided students with aplace to relax and with “a wonderful way to spend the day.” 21

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