This is to offer a huge thank you to the city of Carmel for your participation in AACTFest 2013. There were nearly 400 people from all across the country attending the American Association of Community Theatres’ biennial festival.
Everyone raved about Carmel – the city was pristine in its beauty, with lovely flowers everywhere to set off the charming architecture. These theatre mavens particularly appreciated the Performing Arts Center.
We had been told that convention goers forge an attitude about a city based not only on the venues, but on how welcomed they feel by the residents. Carmel aced that test. So many conventioneers told us how friendly everyone was. Restaurant staffs to store clerks knew they were in town and welcomed them with open arms.
Special thanks goes to Tania Castroverde Moskelenko and her staff at the Performing Arts Center, to Paul O’Conner and his gracious associates at the Renaissance Hotel, and to all the wonderful volunteers who gave their time and talent to make everyone feel at home.
Last, congratulations to Mayor (Jim) Brainard for his progressive vision. We are truly blessed to live in a community that has such an appreciation for the Arts.
June McCarty Clair
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