Earth Day Celebration with Musician and Storyteller William Ritter
Old-time fiddle tunes and Appalachian ballads mix with mountain storytelling from Mitchell County seed-saver and song-keeper William Ritter. Earth Day gathering centered on cultural heritage, resilience, and community connection.
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