MERRY CHRISTMAS

Merry Christmas to all and a Happy New Year of 2007

Collierville Public Library

The Collierville Public Library ran out of room at its old location on Walnut Street. It is now in its new spacious building next to Collierville Town Hall.

Collierville Stockyards Co.

In Collierville, this is the Cattleman's Place.
This building is located on Highway 72.

First United Methodist Church

This beautiful church, one of the oldest in Memphis was tragically lost to fire on October 6, 2006.

Blues City Cafe

Great Blues Music, Great Barbeque...you just know you are on Beale Street.

Woodburn Farm

This image is a remnant of a Sunday drive around the Somerville area, Fayette County.

Old United Methodist Church

It was built in 1900 and it is located in the Southwest corner of the Collierville Town Square. The growing Congregation moved to a new location on Poplar Avenue in 1997.

Courthouse, Somerville

This building dates from 1925 and it was restored in the late nineties to its former glory, thanks to local efforts and a Federal Grant. It sits in a picturesque square in Somerville, Fayette County.

The Old Train Depot II

This is another view of the Depot, this time in daylight.

Hewlett & Dunn Jean and Boot Barn

Here is another familiar sight on the West side of the Town Square

Cordova Winery

Founded in 1989, it was judged only four years later to be one of the best wineries in North America (Gault Millan). This painting was commissioned by a lady whose wedding reception had been held there.

St. Andrew's Episcopal Church

This Church dates from 1890.
(Walnut St. and W. Mulberry St.)

The Collierville Herald and Gilmer's Barber Shop

That's how "Strip Malls" used to be.
(North Main Street)

The Barn on the side of the road

Another victim of a subdivision. Next time you see a barn, enjoy the view while it's there...
(Collierville-Arlington Road)

The Old Stagecoach Rest Stop

This little log cabin was built back in 1851. I am sure it provided welcome rest to many weary and tired travelers. Thanks to restoration work it is alive and well in the Town Square.

The old lonely house

This lonely old house is no longer there either. I miss it.
(Poplar Avenue, just East of Bailey Station Rd.)

The Farm

I used to drive by these farm buildings every day on my way to work. They are no longer there. It is now a subdivision.
(Poplar Ave, East of Bailey Station Road)

The Old Train Depot

No longer operates as a train station, but it has been very well preserved in other roles. It remains one of the most recognizable landmaks in Collierville. It is located in the South side of the Historic Town Square.

The Water Tower

Yes, it used to be painted white. It is now painted green.
(Town Square)

The White Church

It is now an Antiques shop and a (great) restaurant.
(Poplar Avenue and North Main Street)