It was a small event, but oh, so enjoyable! My hometown of North Wilkesboro, NC., hosted art vendors, all set up along Main and 10th Streets, today.

I met my friend, Connie, for lunch at Roselli’s on 10th.

After a delicious meal, Connie and I strolled down 10th. We saw lots of nice art work and met some very interesting people. I discussed the merits and shortcomings of poplar with a woodworker. We met an interesting lady who had worked for Disney and done Johnny Depp’s make-up and dreds for Pirates of the Caribbean. Connie visited with a potter while I chatted with the owner of a hardware store about a mutual friend from the beach. We strolled back down to the corner of 10th and Main where we heard this young man singing:

I later learned his name was Smith McNeill. He autographed a poster he gave me.

I told him I would keep it and treasure it when I saw him on tv! (I had asked if he was going to audition for the Voice, and he said he was just getting started and hadn’t thought that far ahead.)

We continued all the way down main to the police station, which had this lovely banner posted.

Across the street we visited the wine store and purchased some gourmet treats. Connie shared her blueberry and lavender dark chocolate, and I had to have a bar for myself!

Outside, we encountered this striking piece of art work by Robin Bersinger:

It’s called, “Don’t Sugar Coat It,” and is a statement piece about microplastics. The artist was a very engaging woman who had a lovely collection of paintings she had done from photographs she had taken herself.

Connie also introduced me to the ceramics teacher from the Wilkes Senior Center. I look forward to taking classes there when I return home full time! (They have their own kiln!)

It was just a lovely day. After saying so long to Connie, and running to the drugstore and gas station, I circled back to Carolina Treasures on Main.

I made my way to Allison Pinnix’s craft supply booth where I purchased these Pearl-ex Powders I had had my eye on!

Wendy’s chili, topped with cheddar, topped off a chilly, but wonderful day!