Filberg Fest smorgasbord of art and musicians

EYES AND EARS were treated at Filberg Park last weekend. Besides a smorgasbord of art

Filberg Fest smorgasbord of art and musicians

Eyes and ears were treated at Filberg Park last weekend

Aug. 9, 2012 6:00 a.m.
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Eyes and ears were treated at Filberg Park last weekend. Besides a smorgasbord of art, musicians filled the park with beautiful sounds.

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