05/18/2019 Rhododendron Festival 2019 My Sister, friend, and I attended the festival this year and walked the brow. The view from here is so spectacular. You appear to be able to see to eternity. The sky was clear and blue and a slight breeze was blowing, making the temp tolerable. Vendors were set up all along the park and parkway. Such an amazing gathering of crafters and food/drink. WildFlower Cafe had a remote tent set up for those who couldn’t get to the Cafe’ or didn’t want to go that far. The tomato pie was delicious. Granny’s Pies was present and had tasty pies for all. I also purchased some boiled peanuts. We all purchased some peanut and pecan brittle and fudge. They purchased caramel popcorn. I bought us all a fresh squeezed lemon aid. We didn’t get anything bad. We loved seeing all the vendors handi-works; and will never forget that spectacular view and the scenery. We are already planning to visit again and see what town has to offer. Love...
Read moreI was in Mentone for my first time on Sunday. While most the town isn't open Sunday I did have lunch at The Wildflower Cafe. It's a unique little place with a lot of local artists displaying their work for sale from photography, painting and ceramics cups bowls and other unique creations. I walked around the town and looked at about the surroundings. It's very quaint and unique in in its on right. I attended a celebrating of a life from a major influence of the town Jimmy Rogers who recently passed..he has done many things to improve the town and the people their thought highly of him and wanted to gather and Celebrate the memory of what he meant to them and the town he loved so dearly. I met so many wonderful people there and plan many trips back to become involved in more of their lives and the town so many visit to see why Mentone has a name a history and a place in the...
Read moreJust happened across this park online. I've lived less than 10 miles away for months and had no clue it existed. Absolutely breathtaking views and natural scenery. Perfect for my daughter's 1st birthday party with out of town family. Would have been nice to have access to the water spigot and even better to have a bathroom available, but still turned out to be...
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