Mary G. Hardin Center for Cultural Arts — Attraction in Gadsden

I attended the ribbon cutting ceremony for "Parag's Sanctuary" on May 14th at the Mary G. Hardin Center for Cultural Arts. The new sensory inclusive room for autistic children to relax is a very unique spot. It is very colorful and a visually stimulating safe place for children. Greeting you as you first walk in are 2 rows of large assorted tiles that have colorful fluid inside that leave impressions as you walk over them, lots color changing fiber optics hanging high on some black curtains, a black light and bright green laser dots fading in and out on the white walls. Parag Mishra and his family were there and he was very happy to have so many coming out to experience this beautiful area. His mother, Momtra Mishra authored a book "Autism: Our Journey and finding Hapiness" detailing their challenges into autism and offers much needed helpful...

If I'm ever in town again, I will definitely visit again! I was discouraged to be the only one masking. The shopping space does the best it can with its size limitations - it was hard to walk around the boxes and working hands at the table, but there's so much wonderful stock! They very much wanted to be of assistance - I was asked 6 times in 20 min if I needed help. The selection is awesome - some hand dyed yarn exclusive to the shop! I was hoping to get some berrocco vintage but they didn't have it - but some gorgeous cottons and malabrigo came...

" The Kings of Swing Orchestra", put on a FREE show last night at "Gadsden Museum of Art." It was a good time for all ,judging by all the applause & the standing ovation at the end! The place was very clean - they had tables for people to sit at. Even invited everyone to bring a cooler or pick up something at a local restaurant,to enjoy during the show! I enjoyed the music and enjoyed the politeness of the group. They took the time to chat with people after the show as well! It's 5 Stars in my book! If you get the chance,go see "The Kings of...