I love taking out of town guests to Shindig on the Green. I have never experienced anything quite like it elsewhere. Such a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere is creative. And all that music makes you want to dance! I have also told stories there and appreciate the continuing support of the traditional arts.
The Mountain Dance and Folk Festival deserves praise for its longevity. I remember the excitement, especially in the early days, seeing what seemed like hundreds of people back stage, from young children to elders, all waiting for their chance to go on stage and shine.
Connie Regan-Blake, Professional storyteller and founding member of the National Storytelling Organization, Asheville, NC