Bluegrass Festival returning

By Christina Scanlon

The VFW Bluegrass Festival returns to Granville this year, featuring some favorite performers from last year and some new faces.

The line-up has the Wolf Holler Band, Honky Tonk Express, Bluebillies, Stringdusters, Mad Dog Spike and more.

The gates open at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, with music set to start at 1 p.m. at the VFW Pavilion on North Street.

Matthew Meade, VFW men’s auxiliary secretary, has been out and about getting the word out about the event.

“We had great turnout last year,” he said, and they are hoping for even more attendants this time around.

Camping is allowed at the site, with a $10 fee per person to stay Saturday night. That fee includes admission to the show.

Food and beverages will also be available for purchase.

The event will go on rain or shine. Guests are encouraged to bring their own chairs.

For more information, contact the VFW at 518-642-1599.