Category Archives: Floyd Artisans/Craftspeople

Early morning thoughts about life in Floyd

Posted on January 25, 2010 by David St Lawrence

The small hours of the morning are a good time to reflect on how lucky we are to have arrived here in this community. I am on the computer as usual while Gretchen and assorted cats sleep soundly. We are … Continue reading →

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Artists celebrate First Friday in Floyd

Posted on March 11, 2009 by David St Lawrence

Friday nights in Floyd Virginia are a celebration of country music, and on the first Friday of every month the artists of Floyd join in with art exhibits and receptions all over town. Art lovers and artists flocked to the … Continue reading →

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Creativity can be contagious

Posted on August 12, 2008 by David St Lawrence

One of the first things we noticed when we moved to Floyd three years ago was the amazing number of creative people who lived in this county. At that time about one out of every ten citizens seemed to be … Continue reading →

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People who give of themselves

Posted on July 14, 2008 by David St Lawrence

I am constantly amazed at the number of people in Floyd who put service to others above self interest. In this county where there is very little money to spare, there always seems to be people willing to give a … Continue reading →

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