“Mother Nature tried to shut us down but she did not succeed,” said Lisa Polk, owner of The Thing Is Boutique and lead organizer of the Mason Arts & Wine Festival held April 5 around the square.
In fact, merchants reported that sales were better than in years where the sidewalks were packed with visitors because people took the time to stop and chat rather than being carried along by the tide.
Wineries like Murphy Creek Cellars and Parr had standing room only in their cozy storefronts and retail shops reported strong sales. The 2025 Festival featured wine tasting by local vintners, crafts, fine art, food and more.
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