August 22, 2018. Western Head, Nova Scotia. Hank Snow Festival.

All last week we were unable to attend the walking track at the Emera Center because The Hank Snow Festival was being held. This was a big deal for Liverpool. Hundreds of RVs were parked in the park opposite the Hank Snow Museum with spill overs parked in the parking lot of the arena. Every day and evening, different music groups performed in the arena. Boards were put over the ice so attendees must be prepared for cold feet. Starting on Thursday at noon, the Emera Center was filled with music. The first three days of the week were used to set the place up. Over 70 different groups performed, mostly from the Maritimes but also from the rest of Canada and the US. Gill attended on Thursday evening, which was a tribute to Hank Snow and Hank Williams. And and Sarah checked out the daytime show on Saturday but deciddd to go and be a tourist not listen to music. Hank Snow was born in Brooklyn so every year a festival has been held in his honor, even though he left at age 14 never to return. For several years, the event was held at the Fair Ground in Bridgewater. But three years ago, a large RV part with all facilities was build across the parking lot from the museum, held in the former railroad station. Liverpool was buzzing last week, which is great for the town and for the Emera Center. But I missed our walks so I am pleased the Festival is over. Yesterday we walked which reminded me why I enjoy walking there. The track is level and rubber with a railing close at hand. And the place is cool. Now our routine will not bode interrupted which pleases me. By all accounts, the Hank Snow Festival was a big success which pleases me. But I am pleased it is over.