Poetry reading and music at the art center last night

Mary Mary had her second "back to the beat" last night at the art center (second sunday evening of the month)- and she had a good mix of performers- the turnout was a little smaller I think- but still pretty decent- lots of people left early- which was discouraging, as the music was good right up till the end. Her son had a great set of two original songs on guitar and then two or three instrumental jams with a guitar and bass and he playing the steel drums. He was one of those singer/songwriters that even though you have never seen him, could hook you in right away with his style/songs/presence. Very impressive. He is living in WYoming (he's a forester?) but is mobile, and looking to return to this area (WV anyway). Linda Lou played and put on an enjoyable set, with a little jamming from two other women on flute and drums. A woman from the song writer contest did some poetry and a cappella singing- which was impressive also. Mary Mary has good plans ahead- lots of invitees and a school age kids poetry contest planned for 2007. This is a nice thing going, and definitely worth encouraging and supporting. She is a most gracious hostess for the performers, and the crowd.