The Kinsley library kicked off Virgin of Small Plains last night with humanities discussion leader Jane Holwerda of Dodge City Com. College. Everyone is loving the book and discussion. But I have been really surprised to see the excitement building around our second event which was described this way in the local paper:
Because the cemetery and the virgin’s gravesite play a prominent role in the book, the second event will be “To the Cemetery and Beyond.”
The evening will begin with Ray Wetzel sharing (with pictures) interesting facts and lore about Hillside Cemetery, the Civil War Monument, tombstone symbolism, and funeral myths. Wetzel is North Edwards County District cemetery sexton and well known for his ability to “witch” graves.
His presentation will be followed by Lisa Sparke leading a discussion on Edwards County ghost stories.
“We hope everyone who has ever heard about a ghost residing in the county will come and share the story,” said Weaver.
I think the reason everyone seems so interested is because it is local lore and who doesn't like a good ghost story. I plan on recording the event for our archives.
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