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To the editor:
Heritage Days in Garrett has been going on for decades. In the last 25 years it has become a larger community event with a grand parade, a car show, a chalk walk, a youth beauty pageant, live entertainment, a talent show, a pancake breakfast, fireworks, games and great food options.
We were unable to have the event in 2020 and the operation of the event has been turned over by the long-standing committee to Mayor Fiandt and a new committee to coordinate.
Four women have been at the heart of this gala for over 20 years and deserve the credit for the success it has become. There are many other names of people who have been involved over the years but these four women have invested time all year long to plan and organize the activities. I would like to extend my thanks to: Carla Smith, Pat Wiant, Kim Culbertson and Sue Carpenter, for the great work they have put into this event over the years and for a well-deserved rest.
While writing may be viewed as a solitary endeavor by some, there is much to be learned by listening to and learning from those who have experienced success with the craft. In support of such endeavors, Sierra College, in partnership with Sierra Writers, and sponsored by Sierra Press, will host the Virtual Sierra Writers Conference this weekend. The conference is being held online Friday, Feb. 5 and Saturday, Feb. 6 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day and promises to inspire, inform and empower those who attend.
While some interaction and networking opportunities are limited in online conferencing, one benefit is the ability to bring world renowned authors to the participants. Lynette Vrooman, Professor of English at Sierra College, Nevada County Campus, is the conference coordinator. She said this year the theme of the conference is Empowering Voices.