TerryWooten

Located on a narrow strip of land between Lake
Michigan and Torch Lake in Antrim County,
Michigan, the Stone Circle is a triple ring of 88
large boulders capturing the atmoshpere of ancient
cultures that gathered in family and community
groups to entertain and exchange stories of
everyday life and lore. Today the Stone Circle is
reminiscent of a time before television and radio,
when bards spun thier tales to an enchanted
audience. Around a flickering campfire, under a
canopy of stars, and accompanied by frog songs and
howls from distant coyotes, listeners perch on
boulders or spread out on blankets and lawn chairs
as an ever-changing variety of poetry,
storytelling and music are woven thoughout the
evening at this unique outdoor amphitheater. The
circular arrangements and settings were designed
by poet bard Terry Wooten, who also hosts the
gatherings.

Many of the performers are professionals, but the
Stone Circle also provides an open forum for
others who wish to participate. Poems must be
memorized and recited by heart. On any night you
may hear the poetry of Burns, Chaucer, Service,
Whitman or the original work of a visiting poet.
Beowulf may come to life, a cat dance performed or
the hum of an aboriginal didjeridoo may echo up
the slope. Folklore, American classics, Cowboy or
contemporary poetry may be interspersed with
Native American tales and children's selections.
Listeners and families are welcome.