For the 17th year in its history, the Malad Valley Welsh Festival took place at the City Park, 2nd, 4th, and 5th ward chapel, and various places around the valley.  The weekend was full of music, poetry, art, history, and activities for visitors of all ages.  Highlights of the event included presentations on Welsh history and identity, a youth musical concert, a piano ensemble performance, the naming of a new Welsh Festival bard, a “live radio show from the trail,” and tours of historic Samaria cabins.  The weather stayed pleasant throughout the weekend, and the rain that was forecast never fell.  Throughout this edition of the paper, you will find coverage of each of the major events of Malad’s premiere festival.