by Jeff
Friberg
As with
all good stories, there is fact, there is fiction and
extenuating circumstances. Here are the facts, as best as I
can remember.
In
1997, the dream became a reality in a gathering of a family
of friends that produced Lake County's First Annual Folk
Festival. It was a day of music and magic moments among the
hay bales at Uncle Donald's farm in Lady Lake (now called
The Villages).
Three
more gatherings were held under autumn skies at Uncle
Donald's, each with its own flavor and fun. We were proud
to associate with such noble spirits.
But,
in 2001, a loose-knit family of friends formed Public Arts
and Music. Under the umbrella of Eustis Main Street and
with the cooperation of the City of Eustis, the festival
moved to the beautiful, historic
downtown.
Last
year's festival was voted in the top 5 of Florida's folk
festivals. This year we're looking at the best ever with
expanded stages, more workshops and "Who's Who" in Florida
acoustic music.
Produced
in cooperation with the city of Eustis, Eustis Main Street,
and Public Arts & Music, this year's festival will be
Lake County's 8th Annual Folk Festival and the family of
friends invites you to join in our celebration on the
shores of the lake and in the streets of historic
downtown.
As
a non-profit, sponsored festival we encourage any support
you may offer in: time, money, or in-kind contributions.
Call 352-589-8313 or
e-mail us,
and mark your calendar for the second weekend in
October. Come see what Eustis is all
about.
Sincerely
Jeffrey
R.Friberg