BALTIMORE (WJZ) ― As millions watched the memorial on TV around the world, hundreds of people gathered at the Enoch Pratt Free Library, where the memorial was streamed live on big screens. Gigi Barnett reports what it was like to be with that big crowd.
It was a part of history they couldn't miss, a chance to say goodbye to the King of Pop for dozens of Enoch Pratt Library visitors.
"People really don't have a chance to show their remorse and how sad they are and this is the one chance they get," said Library Spokesman Roswell Encina.
Some brought their children. "It felt weird without him around," said Elizabeth Woods.
Others saw the simulcast as a chance to remember the past and the music. "His whole life span just intrigued me," said Rodney Franklin. "He was more than just what everyone sees him on the screen and the entertainment world. He was a human being."
The library says part of the reason it decided to simulcast the memorial service is the increase in Michael Jackson's popularity since his death. All of his CDs and books are checked out.
"Every time something like this happens, people want to learn more. From books to CDs to movies to everything and we're happy that they're coming to us," Encina said... (full article)
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