I hadn’t been here in over 20 years, and now that I have a daughter and have moved back into the area, attending the annual Celebration of Crafts festival was fun. Thank goodness it was sunny, 65 degrees and breezy. It made this festival very pleasant to visit. Artists had everything from pottery to blacksmith crafts displayed. Students from TTU were in the various classrooms demonstrating what they are trying to get their degrees in at the University( ). In a state park that offers boating, lodging, hiking, fishing and various other things to do, the Appalachian Center for Crafts is a nice break of the beaten path. The location sits upon a ridge that overlooks the Caney Fork River. And if you’re hungry, the Redbud Café is open Mon-Fri 8:00 — 2:00. Bathrooms, art gallery and gift shop are all available.