Sarah Kreig went from New York City stages to telling the story of her hometown as Apple Valley’s PIO—shifting from performing for big audiences to telling stories that matter deeply to the community where she was raised and is now raising her three kids.  Stacy DeVoll, a music major who excelled on the flute, now brings that same discipline and creativity to running her family business, DeVoll Rubber . Two creatives, one friendship—found in their 40s.

Sarah and Stacy are two women who discovered that making real friends in your 40s is awkward, honest, and unexpectedly hilarious.  Tonight’s talk comes from lived experience—balancing work, family, and identity while finding someone who truly gets you.  They’re passionate because authentic friendship at this stage is rare, real, and worth celebrating.