Songs:
- Tossin’ and Turnin’ by Bobby Lewis – It topped the charts on my Grandmother’s birthday, July 10, 1961.
- I Fall to Pieces by Patsy Cline – It topped the country charts in August, 1961.
- I Can’t Help Falling in Love With You by Elvis Presley
- Please Mr. Postman by The Marvelettes
- Stand by Me by Ben E. King
Dance Craze:
Best Selling Books
- To Kill a Mocking Bird by Harper Lee – One of my absolute favorite books
Popular TV Shows
- Gunsmoke
- Bonanza
- Dennis The Mennace
- Walt Disney’s Wonderful World of Color – a Sunday night family tradition
Popular Films
- 101 Dalmatians
- The Parent Trap
Fashion:
Jacqueline Kennedy – The Jackie Look
- bouffant hairdo, pillbox hats, and sleek, simple dresses
Politics and Society:
- JFK’s Presidency
- Peace Corps
- Civil Right’s Movement
- Freedom Riders
Toys:
- Mattel introduced Ken
Pampers Disposable Diapers? I did not know that! They came in two sizes and the average cost was ten cents each. Most consumers believed the diapers were too expensive for everyday use.

