Once again Catch the Spirit of Appalachia (CSA) is presenting the Heritage Alive! Mountain Youth Talent Contest from 3-3:50 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 17 in Bryson City. The Heritage Alive! Mountain Youth Talent Contest is open to all local children up to 18 years of age. Categories of talent include vocal, instrumental, dance, poetry, prose and storytelling. Trophies sponsored by the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad will be awarded to all winners. Those interested may call Amy Ammons Garza at 828.631.4587 to enter the contest or pick up an entry blank at the office of the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad or the Swain County Chamber of Commerce. Applications are also available via email. Send your request to v.ammons@mchsi.com.