By Vines Essay Contributor
This is a Vines Essay – community commentary submitted by a Perry County resident through Town Vines’ Your Voice program. The views expressed are the author’s own and do not represent an official position of Town Vines.
My wife and I attended the annual Farm to Table event in Tell City this past weekend. It was good to see many familiar faces—local business owners, community leaders, politicians, and residents who help form the foundation of our community.
The event was organized by the Perry County Development Corporation, and it was clear that a lot of work went into bringing everyone together. We enjoyed seeing the community support local businesses, including Parlor Nail Spa by Dana Franzman, The Salt Room, The Detail Shop, Super Suds, Glo Time, and After Image PhotoBooth.
One small but memorable moment was when Eric Khel of German American Bank took the time to come over and say hello to us. It may seem like a simple gesture, but it made us feel welcomed and acknowledged. At community events, a friendly greeting can make a meaningful difference—especially when some familiar faces may not always take the time to speak.
The food was okay, and we could tell that the organizers and cooks put a great deal of effort into the evening. Jacob Lawalin also gave a wonderful performance.
From where we were seated, however, it was difficult to hear what the speaker was saying. The location of our table also made it uncomfortable to watch the performer for an extended period. A sound system that reaches the entire area and a seating arrangement that offers guests a clearer view could make the experience even better next year.
The event’s photo area was decorated nicely to match the Farm to Table theme. It worked well while there was still daylight, but once it became dark, taking a clear picture was difficult. We had to use the flash on our phone and try about four times before getting a decent photo.
For future community events, After Image PhotoBooth and TownVines would be happy to provide a photo booth at no cost. This offer is available to small businesses and nonprofit organizations for community events and brand launches. All organizers need to do is contact us ahead of time so we can make sure the date is available. Yes—it is free.
We would also like to congratulate Rich Hirakawa and Eric Martin, the winners of the cake silent auction. Their participation was a wonderful example of supporting the community. Who wouldn’t enjoy relaxing at The Salt Room while having their vehicle detailed at The Detail Shop in Tell City.
Overall, it was a pleasant evening and a meaningful opportunity to spend time with people who care about Tell City and Perry County. Kudos to the Perry County Development Corporation for organizing the event and bringing members of the community together.
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