Eighteen volunteers gathered for food and discussion as the future of the Appalachian Spring Festival was considered at the restored Eclipse Company Store in Novebmer. Focus was placed on forming working groups to carry out different functions, rather than depending on one small committee to deal with all aspects of the festival. Other ideas under consideration are a special youth area and schedule of programs; morning workshops; and a silent auction on Saturday. Though organizers were pleased with the turn out, there is a need for more volunteers to play roles in making the festival a success. Watch this web site for dates of upcoming meetings.