Nanci Griffith’s “Love at the Five and Dime” is a storytelling masterpiece, capturing small-town romance with warmth and nostalgia. Released in 1986 on her The Last of the True Believers album, the song follows the lifelong love story of Rita and Eddie, set against the backdrop of a five-and-dime store. Griffith’s tender delivery and vivid lyrics made it one of her signature songs, later becoming a hit for Kathy Mattea. A perfect blend of folk and country, it showcased Griffith’s gift for painti

Thanks for those of you who came out to Thursday night's Tribute to the Songs of Nanci Griffith. Here's a few clips from the show. If you missed it, we still have plenty more free shows this summer at the 🌵 | Cactus Cafe