Helen Keller Festival 2016 was unforgettable. Night one brought the smooth sounds of Paul Thorn and his band, complete with a surprise performance of “Memphis Women & Fried Chicken.” Night two was the highlight: up-and-coming Eric Paslay had the crowd mesmerized, and I got the ultimate fangirl moment when he handed me his guitar pick. Between discovering new artists, snapping photos, and soaking in live music, it was a weekend full of excitement, country charm, and memories I’ll never forget.