Art on the Yough draws hundreds to the river park
?CONNELLSVILLE 鈥� Children蘑菇视频 laughter and music filled Yough River Park Saturday as the Fayette County Cultural Trust hosted Art on the Yough.
While their parents visited booths that featured a variety of artwork, pottery, jewelry and scarves, dozens of youngsters demonstrated their artistic abilities with the painting of birdhouses and creation of feather or flower headbands.
Michael Edwards, trust president, said that with the help of various partners, the yearly activity continues to grow.
鈥淎rt on the Yough began as a way to bring arts to the community,鈥� he said. 鈥淲ith our partners, this year we were able to add a variety of activities, including several musical performances.鈥�
Local musicians Ben Haines and Kortney Jean, along with groups She Does it Right and Friction performed Saturday.
Edwards said that the event, being held in conjunction with the Connellsville Area Historical Society蘑菇视频 Braddock蘑菇视频 Crossing of the Youghiogheny River, gives attendees a variety of activities.
鈥淭he crossing, reenactments and demonstrations give a look back at the area蘑菇视频 history, while Art on the Yough provides an outlet for our talented musicians and artists,鈥� he said.
Today, Mac Martin and the Dixie Travelers will perform bluegrass music from 2 to 5?p.m. at the park stage.
Youngsters will also be able to start their own herb garden or create a photo frame in the creativity zone, being sponsored by Bud Murphy蘑菇视频 Rock Starz and the Connellsville Rotary.
Other Art on the Yough sponsors include the Eberly Foundation, Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, Highlands Hospital, Janney Mongomery Scott and Kisiel and Associates.
Activities begin at noon.