Reprinted by permission from Fred Pfohl, Fred's General Mercantile
On
Saturday, August 2nd, Beech Mountain will be the site of the 33rd
Annual Crafts on the Green, a gathering
of approximately 70 craftspeople with a
variety of items ranging from fine jewelry, wood turnings, photography,
paintings, bird houses, metal works, pottery, clothing and much more - from country to contemporary. This show is a highlight of the mountain’s
summer events.
The
selection of those who show their offerings is varied and a true display of many talented folks coming together. In addition to an abundance of crafts and
art, there will be storytelling, live music, and good food.
What
began thirty three years ago when five Beech Mountain craftsmen gathered on a
summer Saturday to display and share their crafts with their neighbors, Crafts
on the Green has grown to include many of the area’s finest craftspeople. As in the beginning, Beech
Mountain folks will be joined by
others from Watauga and Avery
Counties
Some
featured artists this year are Shelley and Bud Swann who are celebrating their
25th show with us with their beautiful metal work; new this year,
Mike Luppino with his Intarsia art, a form of wood inlaying; Ann Lynch with her
nature inspired stoneware and Debbie Hagstrom with some amazing fused
glass.
Crafts
on the Green will take place Saturday, August 2nd from 9
am until 4 pm on the top of Beech Mountain, next to Fred’s General Mercantile. We
are pleased to announce that returning this year will be Linda Spitzer, a
professional storyteller and crowd favorite with a Master’s in storytelling and
many years of experience. Linda will be
weaving tales for early arrivals to the show.
Music will be provided by Diana and Sarvis Ridge with a kid’s magic show
by Rick Ramseur, so get a scoop of homemade ice cream or kettle corn, a grilled
hot dog and a glass of freshly squeezed lemonade and enjoy
a picturesque setting that makes this show one of the most popular craft events
in the High Country. Admission is free.
Don’t
miss this opportunity to experience a wonderful day on Beech Mountain where the
average summertime high is in the low 70’s.
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