The Sparta and District Historical Society presented their eighteenth annual Feast at the Forge on Saturday, with good food and cheer by candlelight in the impressively decked out Forge and Anvil Museum.
The feast, looking to the year 1875 for this year's menu inspiration, included mulled cider and comestibles, Crème Boston, Home-made Brick Oven Baked Bread, Boeuf au Vin, Chou Rouge et Pomme, Puree de Pomme de Terre, Roasted Butternut Squash, Salad de Fruite en Gelee & Condiments. It was cooked up and served by a bevy of volunteers from the Historical Society and community.
The feast, looking to the year 1875 for this year's menu inspiration, included mulled cider and comestibles, Crème Boston, Home-made Brick Oven Baked Bread, Boeuf au Vin, Chou Rouge et Pomme, Puree de Pomme de Terre, Roasted Butternut Squash, Salad de Fruite en Gelee & Condiments. It was cooked up and served by a bevy of volunteers from the Historical Society and community.
A recently retired Marietta Roberts took on the role of auctioneer following the dinner and was in fine persuasive form as she sought bids for items which included Sparta sketches completed by artist Connie Greger this past summer, brick-oven baked bread, honey and other treats.
The evening was also a special occasion from a musical perspective - the museum's Chickering Square Grand Piano was played for the first time in many years. Although an admired instrument of the 19th century, tuning of the Chickering takes special expertise - recently Ian Graham had offered to take on the task. Attendees at the Forge were fortunate to hear the instrument brought to life as Ian’s wife and accomplished pianist Cheryl Graham played several classic pieces.
Above: Ian & Cheryl Graham with the Chickering Square Grand Piano
Above: Bill Fishleigh with junior volunteers Abby & Sophia
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