What goes on behind the scenes in the wildly popular reality shows?  Is what we see real or is it a contrived reality spun for viewers and those ever-important network ratings?  Find out the scoop on ABC-TV’s, “The Bachelor,” and meet Corrie Adamson, on Nov. 17 at noon at the Pell City Library.  Adamson will share her story, giving an insiders glimpse of the popular reality TV series.  Since her appearances on the hit TV show, Corrie Adamson has inspired women across the nation by her faith and values.      

The Birmingham wardrobe consultant originally from Kissimmee, Florida, saw her application sail through the application process in short order after her best friend sent it in as a joke.  But rather than laugh it off when the invitation came, she felt strongly led to consider it.  In the midst of a Biblical study of Esther, she wondered if God was “in this.”  Was the Lord placing her on the program at this particular moment in her life for such a time as this?

Raised in a Christian home, her parents had taught her and her sisters to be strong in their convictions and live a counter-cultural lifestyle in a “minefield” world that challenges every lesson. Women today face many temptations and very real dangers in dating and must approach their dating relationships prepared to make wise decisions and to stand true to their convictions. Could she be a positive example?  After much prayer and godly counsel, Adamson felt led to accept the invitation from show.  As one of 25 contestants in the 14th season of The Bachelor, Corrie made it to the fifth episode and an individual date with Jake Pavelka, after several group dates in prior episodes. “It was a once in a lifetime experience,” says Adamson of her stint on the show.  

That decision to be on the show as a contestant has spawned numerous opportunities for speaking engagements for Adamson, and has afforded her the chance to encourage other young women to stand true to their values online, through e-mails, Twitter and Facebook.

During the presentation, Adamson will give a  behind-the-scenes glimpse of the show, and share her personal story at the Pell City Library. In addition, this Birmingham wardrobe consultant will share tips and trends for dressing fashionably for the holidays, without breaking the budget.  The program is free and open to the public, and is part of the Pell City Library’s ongoing Wild and Wonderful Wednesday series.  It is made possible by a LSTA grant from the Alabama Public Library Service and generous contributions from the Pell City Library Guild. Light refreshments will be served afterwards in the library.