IMDA Irish Community Resources List March 2020

Compiled by the Irish Music & Dance Association; last updated March 1, 2020. For the most recent resources or information on the Irish Music & Dance Association,

please go to www.IMDA-MN.org or call 651.341.3618. To list your group or update your information please contact us through our website.

IRISH DANCE PERFORMANCE GROUPS

IMDA Members have priority listing in each section.Biddies Galore “3 women who can’t stop dancing”St. Paul, MNSheila Jordan, (651) 357-3715Biddiesgalore3@gmail.comGreen Fire Irish Dancers Teaching and performances for ages 5 through adult. Contemporary step dancing, hard shoe, and soft shoe. Historic and traditional dances performed in period costume. Green Fire strives to enable each dancer to pursue their dreams. Weekly practices. Small monthly fee, costumes provided.Woodbury, MNEdward Koehne, (612) 927-9615greenfiredancers@gmail.comwww.greenfireirishdancers.comKnocknagow Irish Dancers Step, Set and Céilí Dancing St. Paul, MNBetsy Wing, (651) 646-3661info@knocknagowirishdancers.comwww.KnocknagowIrishDancers.comMooncoin Céilí Dancers Céilí, Set and Step dancing since 1976 Minneapolis & St. Paul, MNKim Keeler, (651) 295-5257red_dragon36@hotmail.com www.mooncoinceili.com

IRISH STEP DANCE SCHOOLSIMDA Members have priority listing in each section.Hudson Irish Dance Academy * Proud to offer the full range of beginner through championship level Irish dance instruction for boys, girls & adults. Corey Hudson, TCRGStop by our studio for a FREE class at Hudson Irish Dance Academy, Wayzata, MN. Studio Phone: (651) 505-3379Website: HudsonIrishDance.comEmail us: HudsonIrishDance@gmail.comCheck us out on Facebook & Instagram!Rince na Chroi *(Dance of the Heart) Performance-based Irish dance school for children and adults with a team focus.Classes in St. Paul, MNKatie Stephens Spangler, (651) 645-4292katie@rincenachroi.comvideo: Introduction to Rince na Chroiwww.rincenachroi.com

IRISH STEP DANCE SCHOOLS (continued)Casey Academy of Irish DanceA family inspired business aiming to focus on the perfect balance between contemporary and traditional Irish dancing. We are a performance based Irish dance school striving for visual elegance on the stage.Classes in Saint Paul, MNEmily Casey-Hare, (651) 324-7631emilycaseyhare@gmail.comCorda Mór Corda Mór (meaning “great heart”) teaches Irish dance to more than 100 students in a brand new dance studio. Our dancers, ranging in age from 5 through 20, provide stellar entertainment in a variety of venues throughout the Midwest and participate in competitions all over the world.Classes in Edina, MN Fauna Gille ADCRG - Cassia Gille TCRG fauna@cordamor.comwww.cordamor.comEilís Academy Aiming to inspire dancers to dedicate themselves to the tradition and athleticism of Irish dance.  We offer a traditional foundation for ages 4 years old on up at all levels. Classes are offered for both solo competition and team performance.Classes in Maple Grove, MNLiz Hines TCRGeilisacademy2012@gmail.comfacebook.com/eilisacademy - escalatedance.wordpress.comForest Lake Irish DancersClasses in Forest Lake, MNSheila Jordan, (651) 357-3715Biddiesgalore3@gmail.comMactír Academy of Irish Dance Mactír Academy of Irish Dance (meaning Wolf Academy of Irish Dance) offers both competitive and performance based classes with a focus on precision, teamwork, and grace. Mactír Academy strives to be the premiere team-based competition school in Minnesota, where dancers and families are allowed to choose their journey.Classes at 2241 East 38th St, Minneapolis, MN Owner and Director, Emily Wolff TCRGemily@mactiririshdance.com - (651) 261-8575www.mactiririshdance.comMinnesota Conservatory for the ArtsMCA offers traditional Irish Dance for children & adults.Classes in Winona, MN(507) 453-5501 mca@smumn.eduwww.mnconservatoryforthearts.org

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IRISH STEP DANCE SCHOOLS (Continued) Mulhern School of Irish Dance The program trains recreational and competitive dancers - Introductory Beginners up through Championship level. Call to arrange a visit today!Coleen Mulhern Malloy TCRG Eileen Mulhern O'Kane TCRG Classes in Eden Prairie, MNcoleen@mulhernschoolofirishdance.com, (630) 789-1127www.mulhernschoolofirishdance.com/North Star Irish DanceBeth Pitchford, InstructorExpanding the offering of step and céilí dancing to dancers in Eden Prairie and Division Street Dance in Northfield.www.northstaririshdance.comBeth PitchfordNorthStarIrishDance@gmail.com Division Street Dance, (507) 202-9256, www.divisionstreetdance.comO'Shea Irish Dance"Director Cormac Ó'Sé, Original Cast Member of Riverdance" Classes for preschool thru adults; for fun, for competition & for fitness!Cormac Ó'Sé TCRG - Sandra Mullan TCRG Locations: St. Paul (The Celtic Junction); Rochester, MN; Elkton, MN. (612) 722-7000adminoid@osheairishdance.comv ideo:     O'Shea Irish Dancers   in Kickin' it Irish at the Stepping Stone Theaterwww.OSheaIrishDance.com - www.celticjunction.orgRince na GreineRince na Greine (Dance of the Sun) offers Irish dance lesson to ages 3 through adult, along with performance and competition opportunities.Classes in Hopkins, MNLauren Adams-Plehal, Dance directorRincenaGreine@gmail.comwww.RincenaGreine.comRince NuaProviding opportunities for lifelong personal growth and excellence through Irish Dance. Rince Nua welcomes dancers ages 4 through Adult to our all-Irish dance studio in Maple Grove to experience Irish Dance through a wide variety of classroom, performance and competitive experiences. By combining a structured curriculum with innovative artistic collaborations, Rince Nua has produced multiple Champion Solo Dancers and National Championship Teams.Owner, Erin Cooney ODCRN  Studio Phone: 952-426-4360erin.rincenua@gmail.com  www.RinceNua.com     Saint Paul Irish Dancers Defying gravity since 1995. Providing a gateway to Irish culture through dance.Classes in St. Paul, MNFounder: Eileen Dahill, (651) 603-1839stpaulirishdancers@gmail.comwww.facebook.com/SaintPaulIrishDancersShamrock School of Irish Step Dance An acclaimed competitive and performance dance school offering group and individualized instruction ages 4 and up.Classes in Eagan, MN Rachel Knutson TCRG, (612) 327-7962rjones2112@aol.comwww.ShamrockIrishDance.com

SEAN NÓS / OLD STYLE DANCE Sean-Nós DanceThis is an old style of dancing that is most associated with the west of Ireland, particularly Connemara. Sean nós dance is low to the ground stepping out to the music, similar to tap dance. Its style is more relaxed than modern Irish step dancing, so it is well suited to participation by all ages. With its emphasis on providing low key percussive accompaniment to traditional Irish music, sean nós footwork is great fun to watch, but especially to listen to! The steps are improvisational and typically done solo or in very small groups. Although stage performances are becoming more popular, many still consider some of the best sean-nós dancers to be the "old timers" stepping it out in the dark corners of the pub.

SEAN NÓS / OLD STYLE DANCE INSTRUCTIONWorkshops and Classes with Danielle EnblomMinneapolis born dancer, musician, dance historian, and educator, Danielle Enblom is known for her work as a researcher and ethnochoreologer; performance work that explores and integrates concepts of tradition and innovation; and her work in education. A trained Waldorf teacher and seasoned educator, Danielle has worked extensively with adults and children, with an intent focus on the art of learning and integrating the study and implementation of intellectual, practical, and creative processes. Danielle offers classes, workshops, private lessons, lectures, and performances in various forms of traditional percussive dance including old style Irish step dance and sean-nos dance.danielleenblom@gmail.comwww.danielleenblom.comSean Nós Dance with the Lóma mór Irish Dance ClubWeekly classes for all levels, regular social gathering. details at www.lomamor.org  Private and small group lessons - email karen9ski@gmail.com for detailsThe Step CollectiveThe Step Collective is a project headed by dancer and historian, Danielle Enblom. Focusing on the myriad of solo and social dance traditions from Ireland, Scotland, England, and North America and the music that accompanies them, The Step Collective aims to be a resource and connector for practitioners, scholars, and audiences; bringing traditions, histories, resources, and the people who hold and share them together to celebrate, explore, connect, and innovate.info@stepcollective.comwww.stepcollective.com

IRISH DANCE CLUBSLóma Mór Irish Dance ClubSet, Céilí and other styles of social danceKaren Cieminski, (651) 501-0113karen9ski@gmail.comwww.lomamor.org

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CÉILÍ DANCE INSTRUCTIONCéilí dances are made up of groups of dancers – sometimes couples, or groups of 3, 6, 8 or more. You do not need to bring a partner. Come by yourself and make new friends, or bring a friend or several. It’s a whole lot of fun, it's great exercise, and whichever of these places you choose, you'll be dancing with a lot of really nice people.

Wednesday night Irish céilí dance class Learn the basic steps, and then join in the dances.Classes run all year round and are free:

Dubliner Irish Pub - 2162 University Av., St. Paul. Learn Irish dancing in a genuine Irish Pub with a wooden floor that has known a whole lot of dancing feet. Steps and dances are taught by Paul McCluskey and friends. Basic beginning steps are taught from 7:00, followed by advanced lessons and dancing until 9:00 pm, with more dancing afterwards to live music. Year-round; age 21 and above only. Free, but be sure to patronize the Pub, and leave a tip even if you are just drinking water.

IRISH SET DANCING AND INSTRUCTIONIrish Set dancing is a form of social dancing, which has been enjoyed in Ireland for over 150 years and has seen a large-scale revival in the 1980s and 1990s; it is very popular today in Ireland and in Irish communities throughout the world.

"Sets" are danced by eight people in a formation similar to that of American square dancing usually consisting of three to six figures with a short pause between each. The music these figures can include reels, jigs, hornpipes, polkas or sometimes the occasional fling. In set dancing there is less emphasis on footwork and more on the figures (the formation/movements of the dancers within the "set"). The basic footwork can be described as a low, ‘sliding’ movement. There are many different styles, from basic steps to very elaborately embellished steps.

2nd and 4th Tuesday night Irish set dancing7:30 – 9:30 pm. Live music by members of the Twin Cities Céilí band and friends. Come join an enthusiastic group of dancers who will help you learn. Free but bring a bit o’ cash to toss in for the musicians.

Dubliner Irish Pub - 2162 University Av., St. Paul. Enjoy dancing in a genuine Irish Pub with a wooden floor that has known a whole lot of dancing feet. No children, and must be of legal drinking age to remain past 9:00 pm.

CÉILÍ AND SET DANCE TEACHERSThe following people teach Irish social dancing in a variety of settings and are available to teach and call dances for your special event.

Karen Cieminski – karen9ski@gmail.comMáirtín de Cógáin - Set & Céilí dances,

(310) 447-4839, mairtinmusic@gmail.com (Lives in San Diego but often on tour in the Midwest)

Linda Doran – midledoran@gmail.comSúin Swann – suin1916@yahoo.com Paul McCluskey - paulmcckey@gmail.comMike Whalen - mpw4883@yahoo.com , (651) 502-5254 Ann Wiberg – annwiberg22@gmail.com

TWIN CITIES IRISH SOCIAL DANCINGRegular monthly Céilí dancesWhether you've learned the steps and dances at any of the above classes, or are a complete novice, you are welcome to join the fun with live traditional Irish music provided by our very fine local musicians. Each dance we do is taught by the caller, and there are always plenty of experienced dancers to help newcomers along. 

Third Saturday Night Céilí with the Twin Cities Céilí Band - The Celtic Junction, 836 Prior Ave. N., St. Paul, 7:00 to 10:00 pm. Dances taught and called by Mike Whelan with Irish dance music by the Twin Cities Céilí Band. Admission $5 per person, $20 maximum per family. (This event is sometimes held on other nights – check the IMDA calendar before heading out.)

Several other céilís are held around the Twin Cities during the year, with two huge dances every year on St. Patrick’s Day. There are evening dances and hourly lessons during the day at Irish Fair of Minnesota (www.irishfair.com) on the 2nd weekend in August.

Sign up for céilí news via e-mail by sending a note to irishdancetc@gmail.com. Updated information on Irish social dance events, including directions and maps, is available at www.lomamor.org and on Facebook at Twin Cities Irish Dancing (http://www.facebook.com/Twin-Cities-Irish-Dancing-163330392234/)

TRADITIONAL MUSIC INSTRUCTIONThe Center for Irish Music *Dedicated to teaching traditional Irish Music to all ages at all levels.At The Celtic Junction, (651) 815-0083836 Prior Ave N, St. Paul, MN 55104admin@CenterforIrishMusic.orgwww.CenterforIrishMusic.orgCheck out the Center for Irish Music U-Tube Channel Laura MacKenzie *Flute, whistle, Scottish smallpipes, voice/song,now including English concertina; teaching from studios at the Celtic Junction (St. Paul) and in Northfield, MN. All ages, beginners welcome.(651) 398-5055laura@lauramackenzie.comwww.lauramackenzie.comDick HensoldNorthumbrian smallpipes, Highland Great and Reel pipes, Swedish bagpipes, Seljefløyte, WhistlesSt. Paul, MN (651) 646-6581info@dickhensold.comwww.dickhensold.comKatie McMahonFormer Riverdance singer and harpist teaches beginning and intermediate Harp & Voice in Minneapolis, MN.(612) 850-3159 KMcSinger@mac.comwww.harpandvoicelessons.comPatsy O’BrienIrish Guitar accompaniment and performancein standard tuning.

Patsysongs@gmail.comwww.patsyobrienswebsite.comJames PlattesBeginning through Advanced Irish Fiddling, Mandolin, to all ages, in his Southwest Minneapolis studio.(612) 861-2954 or (612) 616-4343james@wildgypsy.com

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tcviolin.com IRISH MUSIC SESSIONS

An Irish traditional music session (or seisiύn in Irish) is a gathering of Irish traditional musicians for the purpose of celebrating their common interest in the music by playing it together in a relaxed, informal setting. There are several Irish traditional music sessions regularly held around the Twin Cities. Date/Time may change so please contact the venue before heading out. (See ‘Pubs and Venues featuring Irish Music’ for location and phone #).Instrumental Music Thursday evening 7 - 9 pm – Tanzenwald Brewing, 103 Hwy 3 North, Northfield. (www.tanzenwald.com, 507-366-BEER)Friday evening – Merlins Rest, Minneapolis

(merlinsrest.com, 612-216-2419)The Dubliner Pub, St. Paul

(thedublinerpub.com, 651-646-5551)Sunday at noon – Kieran’s Pub, Minneapolis (kierans.com,

612-339-4499)Sunday 4 pm (beginners) – Keegan’s Pub, Minneapolis

(keeganspub.com, 612-252-0880)Sunday 6 pm (advanced) – Keegan’s Pub, Minneapolis

(keeganspub.com, 612-252-0880)Unaccompanied SingingTraditional Singers’ Club - Last Sunday of the Month, 3 - 5

pm - Lower Level, W. A. Frost's, 374 Selby Ave., St. Paul (Updates and changes at www.singclub.org, singersclub@gmail.com)

Shanty Sing – 2nd Monday of the Month, 7:30 - 9:30 pm - Dubliner Pub, St. Paul (Updates and schedule changes on the Facebook Group "First Monday Shanty Sing")

Fourth Monday Pub Sing - 4rd Monday of the Month, 7 - 9 pm - Merlins Rest, Minneapolis (Details on the Facebook Group "Merlins Rest Third Monday Pub Sing and Second Sunday Sings")

Third Sunday Sings – 3rd Sunday of the Month, 2 - 4 pm - Merlins Rest, Minneapolis (Details at Facebook Group "Merlins Rest Fourth Monday Pub Sing and Third Sunday Sings")

MUSICIANS – BANDS & SOLOIMDA Members have priority listing in each section. Following is a listing of individual musicians and musical groups who consider their music to be Irish or Celtic.  The list is provided as a service to both the musicians and the community.  The IMDA does not serve as a booking service.  Those seeking to book a musician or band should verify that the group meets their expectations.  Clairseach *Ann and Charlie Heymann Award-winning Gaelic harp with cittern, Gaelic and English song, lively dance music with button accordion and wooden flute. A thousand years of Irish/Scottish tradition. (507) 647-3333, annheymann@gmail.comwww.clairseach.comTom Dahill & Ginny Johnson *Uilleann pipes, vocal, fiddle, guitar.St. Paul, MN(651) 334-2880 (preferred)Facebook: Tom-Dahill-Ginny-JohnsonThe Inland Seas *Celtic and Americana music combining lush vocals, fiddle guitar, whistle, mandolin, bodhrán and other percussion. Varied mix of tunes from rousing pub songs to emotive ballads and instrumentals. Come sing, dance and drink along with the many moods of The Inland Seas!Twin Cities, MNthe.inland.seas.band@gmail.comfacebook.com/theinlandseasbandSherry Ladig *Pianist, composer, arranger (all styles)St. Paul, MN - (651) 644-4779ladig-dunquin@msn.comwww.sherryladig.comLaura MacKenzie *Wooden flute, tin whistle, concertina, Scottish small pipes, border pipes, medieval great pipes, voice Twin Cities, MN - (651) 398-5055 laura@lauramackenzie.comwww.lauramackenzie.comPaddy O'Brien *Hailing from County Offaly in the Irish midlands, Paddy O'Brien is a master of the two-row button accordion and a serious collector; over a lifetime he has amassed a repertoire of more than 3,000 compositions. He shares his knowledge through The Paddy O’Brien Tune Collection, a series of recordings containing 1,000 tunes. In 2011, Paddy received IMDA Honors for his contributions to Irish music in Minnesota, and in 2012, he received Ireland’s Gradam Ceoil Paddy currently tours internationally as a solo musician, and plays local concerts and dances with his Irish traditional chamber group, O'Rourke's Feast.St. Paul, MN Paddy O'Brien, (651) 698-2258paddyobrienbox@gmail.net, www.paddyobrien.netNorah Rendell and Brian Miller *Traditional Irish Music and Contemporary Folk, vocals, flute, guitar. St. Paul, MNBrian Miller, (651) 245-3719 dadgadguy@gmail.com , www.norahrendell.com

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MUSICIANS (continued)Tipper Road *An upbeat Irish group that brings new life to old traditional songs from the Emerald Isle. The seven musicians of the group play fiddle, tin whistle, flute, bodhrán, guitar, accordion, and mandolin.St. Paul, MNEileen Degnan, (651) 641-1859 TipperRoad09@gmail.comwww.tipperroad.comwww.facebook.com/TipperRoadBagpipe AssociatesScottish and Irish bagpipe music.Mike Breidenbach, (651) 387-6142www.bagpipeassociates.combagpipeassociates@msn.comBarra Traditional Irish music since 1999 on accordion, fiddle, flute, bodhrán, guitar, octave mandolin and vocals.Saint Paul, MNinfo@barraband.com, www.barraband.com Bedlam BoysA unique brand of Irish and Scottish folk tunes with some great folk rock thrown in for good measure. Good fun, plenty of toasts and harmonies to keep songs lingering in your mind. Twin Cities, MNJohn Sjogren (612) 207-7362 johnsjog@gmail.comThe Bellows BrothersA unique combo of uilleann pipes and piano accordion playing Celtic and Continental music.Saint Paul, MN irishpipertom@gmail.com, www.bellowsbrothers.comBlackbirds Banjo, bouzouki, guitar, fiddle, clarinet, tin whistle, accordion, vocals Twin Cities, MNPaul Wehling, (612) 788-3262 Boiled in LeadRock'n'reel...Punk-folk...Celtic RockBiL play fiddle, guitars, bass & drums with loads of power and emotion.Minneapolis, MNinfo@boiledinlead.com, www.boiledinlead.comBrian Boru Irish Pipe Band of St. Paul (a 501c3 non-profit association)Irish/Scottish Bagpipes – Solo Bagpipers to Full BandSt. Paul, Minnesota Andy More, Booking/Band Manager, (763-222-4703)manager@brianborupipeband.comwww.brianborupipeband.comwww.facebook.com/brian.boru.pipe.bandBroken Spoke High energy Irish music with lots of craic!Sing-a-longs and rebel tunes mixed in with a whole lot of entertainment. Pennywhistle, bouzouki, mandolin, fiddle, bodhrán, banjo, flute, guitar, and more...St. Paul, MNChris, (952) 200-8435, Gordon, (651) 214-0906brokenspokemn@gmail.com, www.brokenspoketc.comwww.facebook.com/BrokenSpokeMN

MUSICIANS (continued)Bundle & GoDavid & Suzanne Rhees, offering an eclectic mix of traditional tunes and songs from Ireland and Wales to Cape Breton and beyond, including original tunes and songs, on flute, fiddle, accordions, and more.St. Paul, MN(612) 875-1345 or 875-1355 srhees@comcast.net, djrhees12@gmail.com   Captain KaliberTunes galore from four Twin Cities Irish session stalwarts (John McCormick, accordion; Mary Vanorny, fiddle; Bob Douglas, mandolin; Amy Shaw, flute) and one fabulous singer-guitarist direct from Co. Cork (Patsy O'Brien).Twin Cities, MNflutewoman@gmail.com ChulruaIrish Traditional Music, Button Accordion, Fiddle, Guitar/Vocals.St. Paul, MN – tours nationally and internationallyPaddy O’Brien, (651) 698-2258paddyobrienbox@gmail.net , www.paddyobrien.net/chulrua/Common Reel – Mary Vanorny & Ryan JohnsonTraditional Irish music on Fiddle and Piano/FluteSt. Paul, MNMary Vanorny, (952) 807-5104commonreel@gmail.com, www.CommonReel.comMikko Cowdery, Irish BalladeerWith over a hundred Irish favorites, many learned at his father's knee. Mikko's rich lyrical style is complemented with toasts, jokes, and stories from his travels in Ireland, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, & New Brunswick, and across the region. Mikko Cowdery, (320) 859-3536mick@midwestinfo.net Curtis & LorettaCeltic harp, mandolin, mandocello, guitar, vocals. Ballads, instrumentals, and moreMinneapolis, MN Loretta Simonet, (612) 781-9537loretta@curtisandloretta.comwww.curtisandloretta.comDalwhinnieTraditional Scottish music for dances and for listening.St. Paul, MN - (651) 644-4779ladig-dunquin@msn.comwww.sherryladig.comThe Dirty HurlersA blend of traditional and contemporary Irish music, ranging from the Dubliners and Clancy Brothers to Flogging Molly and the Pogues. Fiddle, Guitar, Bass, Tin Whistle, Drums, BodhránMorehead, MNJohn Rian, (218) 939-1038dirtyhurlers@live.comwww.myspace.com/dirtyhurlersDòrain Vocal harmonies and carefully arranged sets abound in this 3-piece band. Irish and Scottish tunes and songs arranged for 3 voices in English and Scottish Gaelic.Alexander Dove Lempke  (guitar, bodhrán, vocals), Cara Weggler  (fiddle, bouzouki, vocals) and Iain Dove Lempke  (flute, guitar, vocals).Minneapolis, MN 773-576-5772Iain.lempke@gmail.com , Facebook: DorainBand

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MUSICIANS (continued)Double FiddlesSpirited fiddle music, pipes and song from Scotland, Cape Breton and County Donegal Ireland featuring Iain MacGillivray and Chuck Butler on fiddles, and Sue Spencer and Jim Ofsthun on vocals.Duluth, MNwww.doublefiddles.comKate and Jode DowlingIrish music for weddings, dances for any occasion, on fiddle, flute and whistle.West St Paul, MN (651) 493-2022fid.dler@yahoo.comwww.myspace.com/jodetunesThe DregsA combination of improv stage antics and music that willleave you laughing, singing and drinking along.www.the-dregs.netwww.facebook.com/TheDregsDunquin Dunquin plays traditional Irish exuberant reels and jigs and heart-melting Irish airs on fiddle, wooden flute, and piano for concerts, dancing, and all special celebrations, private or public. Known for gorgeous arrangements of traditional tunes and some award-winning originals in the trad style, Dunquin is in demand at festivals, parties, dances and weddings throughout the Midwest. Rosa Wells, fiddle; Don Ladig, whistles and flutes; Sherry Ladig, piano and music arrangements.St. Paul, MN Sherry Ladig, (651) 644-4779 ladig-dunquin@msn.comwww.sherryladig.comThe EddiesFour voices, with occasional guitar/accordion accompaniment, and a playlist of songs of work, love and death in three part harmony. Chuck Lentz; 612-839-0463theeddies@earthlink.netFacebook page: The Eddies on the Riverwww.eddiesontheriver.comEira A trio / quartet performing music from around the world for voice, strings, and Irish drum. Liesel Wilson (vocals, fiddle,erhu), Sue Spencer (guitar, vocals), Jim Ofsthun (drum, vocals, tin whistle, bouzouki), Mary MacGillivary (fiddle, vocals)Duluth, MNinfo@eiramusic.com - eiramusic.comBeth Engelking Solo singer and guitar/flute player. Performing in a variety of venues - pubs, coffee shops, nursing homes, Irish Fair Board certified music therapistTwin Cities, MN bethengelking@gmail.com Erin RogueIrish and beyond... playing traditional Irish music in untraditional ways.Twin Cities, MNRobin Brown, (763) 753-6542 robinsnest1966@comcast.netwww.erinrogue.comRandy and Barbara EversonPerforming a variety of Celtic and original music. Randy on guitar and tenor voice.  Barbara on mandolin and mezzo soprano voice.Winthrop, MN (612) 396-7630 ranevers23@yahoo.com

MUSICIANS (continued)Hannah Flowers - A harpist and singer who has a love for traditional Irish songs in English and Irish accompanied by the harp as well as tunes and airs.Twin Cities, MNHc.harpist@gmail.comFour Pints ShyTraditional Irish, Scottish & English pub tunes, ballads & shanties with a little bluegrass here and there.  Anything from instrumental jigs and reels that will make you dance to a cappalla tunes that'll make you cry. Vocals, Bodhrán, Fiddle, Banjo, Tin WhistleMandolin, Guitar and other instrumentsTwin Cities, MN (612) 384-1628 fourpintsshy@gmail.com www.facebook.com/FourPintsShyGaelic Tribe Whistle, fiddle, guitar, vocals, flute, bodhrán, Traditional Irish and original compositions. Rochester, MN Harmon Pierce, (507) 356-8912 [day: (507) 253-2911] www.gaelictribe.comThe Gibbons BandFeel Good Irish Pub & Folk MusicVocals, Acoustic Guitars, Mandolin, Bass, Bodhrán and Other World Percussion. We also play acoustic & electric Folk Rock covering songs from Ireland, England, Scotland and American artists.St. Paul/Minneapolis, MNTim Gibbons, (612) 803-4226, tg3@aol.comwww.Facebook.com/TheGibbonsBandwww.TheGibbonsBand.com Giggin’ SílesTraditional and not so traditional tunessung in English and GaelicMinneapolis, MNMaureen Engelhardt, mc2e@outlook.comwww.facebook.com/pages/The-Giggin-Siles/156389824484Greenwood TreeHammered dulcimer, bowed psaltery, guitar, mandolin, bodhrán, concertina.St. Paul, MN  Stu Janis, (651) 402-3252hdulc@greenwood-tree.comwww.greenwood-tree.comDick HensoldNorthumbrian smallpipes, Highland greatpipes and reel pipes, other bagpipes and whistles.St. Paul, MN (651) 646-6581, dick@dickhensold.comwww.dickhensold.comDick Hensold & Patsy O’BrienNorthumbrian smallpipes, reel pipes and various whistles are joined by Patsy O’Brien, guitarist/vocalist from County Cork.  The program is about half songs and half instrumentals, an eclectic traditional Celtic mixture of Irish, Scottish, Northumbrian, Cape Breton and original music.St. Paul, MN (651) 646-6581, dick@dickhensold.comwww.dickhensold.comThe Hibernian Irish BandPlays & sings the well known Irish songs that most people enjoy.Twin Cities, MNChris Kalogerson, (952) 935-9065chriskalogerson@gmail.com, www.kalogersonmusic.com

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MUSICIANS (continued)The HiBsIrish traditional music Acoustic folk duo/trio on fiddle, wooden flute, tin whistle, guitar and vocals.West St Paul, MN Kate and Jode Dowling, (612) 669-3013www.hibsmusic.comHounds of FinnCeltic Folk RockThe Hounds are a primarily acoustic group performing Irish folk-rock and roots music from around the world, along with original material — topped off with traditional Irish and Scottish tunes.St. Paul, MNPete McCauley, (651) 558-6290houndsoffinn@gmail.comwww.houndsoffinn.comInishMohr InishMohr plays lively traditional Irish and Scottish dance music, interspersed with a few ballads. A high-energy band featuring bouzouki, multiple winds (flutes, Scottish smallpipes and  whistles), bodhrán and guitar.James Moss, (651) 489-7710inishmohr@yahoo.comwww.inishmohr.comIrish Brigade Vocals, fiddle, guitar, bodhrán, bass- Engaging Irish Music Twin Cities, MN (651) 283-6821irishbrigadeband@gmail.comwww.theirishbrigadeband.com Jimmy the PiperQuality bagpiping and smallpiping for any occasion.James Sherman, (651) 325-8598Twin Cities, MN www.facebook.com/jimmythepiper The Jolly GroggersHigh Energy Irish Folk Music. 5 piece band with dueling fiddles, bodhrán, tin whistle, mandolin, guitar, banjo & more.NE Minneapolis, MNPeter Bodurtha, (651) 210-7216jollygroggers@gmail.comwww.jollygroggers.comKindredCeltic and Americana Music. Acoustic trio on vocals, tin whistle, bouzouki, mandolin, bass, guitar and bodhránDelano, MNSherri & Chuck Leyda (763) 972-2341www.singletonstreet.comKittiwakeNamed for a seabird native to many shores bordering the North Atlantic, Kittiwake plays traditional music from Ireland, French Canada, Scandinavia -- wherever the kittiwake flies!  Amy Shaw (wooden flute) and Chris Bashor (guitar). Twin Cities, MNkittiwake.duo@gmail.comTom KleinPerformance on the uilleann (Irish) pipes for all occasionsSt. Paul, MN irishpipertom@gmail.comwww.irishpipertom.com

MUSICIANS (continued)Knotted CloverAn acoustic ensemble performing traditional tunes and folk songs from Ireland, Scotland and the U.S. on fiddle, mandolin, whistle and harp.Elk River, MN (612) 817-2998knottedclover@gmail.comHarpist Amy Kortuem and her Celtic BandAmy Kortuem on Celtic harp and vocals, along with violin, whistles and drum.Performing traditional Irish and Celtic music along with Amy’s originals.Mankato, MNAmy Kortuem (507) 387-2564harpist@amykortuem.comwww.amykortuem.comThe Langer's BallStraight ahead, no-frills Irish ballads with just a hint of razor blades, safety pins and American rock 'n' roll. Their latest album 'The Devil or the Barrel' earned them a top spot on virtually every Irish music writer, podcaster & bloggers best of 2012 list. St. Paul, MN(651) 485-8090 info@thelangersball.comwww.thelangersball.comLegacy *Lively, traditional Irish tunes and songs since 2000; three-piece band featuring flute, tin whistle, accordion, mandola, guitar, bodhrán, bass, vocals.Rosemount, MN Kevin Carroll, (651) 983-6384info@legacycelticmusic.comwww.legacycelticmusic.comAndrew K. LewisGreat Highland BagpipesDance Piper and SoloistTwin Cities, MN (315) 440-4985 (cell)alewisk@gmail.comBob LiesGreat Highland BagpipesDance Piper and SoloistTwin Cities, MN - (651) 276-2655 (cell)boblies@msn.comLocklin RoadTraditional Celtic and original music played in updated folk styleMinneapolis, MNSheri O’Meara, (763) 516-1443sheriomeara@gmail.comwww.locklinroad.comThe Lost FortyA two-man revival of the forgotten Irish songs of the north woods and Great Lakes on voice, guitar, bouzouki, banjo and harmonium.St. Paul, MN  Brian Miller, (651) 245-3719dadgadguy@gmail.comwww.thelostforty.comMacalester College Pipe BandScottish and Irish Pipe Band MusicSoloists availableMike Breidenbach, (651) 387-6142pipeband@macalester.eduwww.macpb.orgpipeband@macalester.edu

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MUSICIANS (continued)Laura (MacKenzie) and The LadsA traditional trio with a richly Irish core, also performing music from Scotland, Cape Breton, Galicia and Central France, featuring wind-powered instruments with percussion and guitar.Twin Cities, MN (651) 398-5055laura@lauramackenzie.comwww.lauramackenzie.comChad McAnallyAward winning Irish HarperMusic for all occasionsTwin Cities, MN (612) 968-4222ceadachrua@gmail.comceadachharps.weebly.comShawn McBurnieScots, Irish, and assorted maritime songs and new music with Northwoods roots.Twin Cities, MN Shawn: (763) 913-8189holler@shawnmcburnie.comshawnmcburnie.comPatrick McCormickHighland & Uilleann PipesPerformance and InstructionTwin Cities, MN (651) 353-1612 patrickmccorm@gmail.comMcInnis' KitchenFiery Irish twin-fiddle music from Mark Monroe and Chuck Butler and songs by Sue Spencer and Jim Ofsthun, in the spirit of Newfoundland, Ireland and Cape Breton.Duluth, MNcontact@mcinniskitchen.comwww.mcinniskitchen.comKatie McMahonThe Original Voice of RiverdanceMinneapolis, MN (612) 850-3159KMcSinger@mac.comwww.katiemcmahon.comTodd Menton Solo pub songs and traditional songs on guitar and vocal; also bodhrán, mandolin, and bouzouki. (612) 824-2789 www.toddmenton.comMinnesota Police Pipe Band Competition and performance pipe and drum corpsMinneapolis / St. Paul MN Sally Gordon, Band Manager, (612) 280-5351mgr@mppb.orgwww.mppb.orgMistralWeaving together textured, harmonious arrangements of traditional tunes from Ireland, Quebec, and Scandinavia.Wooden flute, whistles, button accordion, guitar.Twin Cities, MNChris Bashor (507) 649-1323Slipjigery2gmail.com, mistraltrio.weebly.com/The New Pearl ButtonsCivil War-era American music (instrumental and songs)St. Paul, MN - (651) 644-4779ladig-dunquin@msn.comwww.sherryladig.com

MUSICIANS (continued)The Northerly GalesThe Northerly Gales is a Twin Cities-based Celtic/Americana group.  From Jimmy and Tamara's soaring pipes and fiddle to Randy and Danny's driving rhythm, the Gales are always ready to rock.  Whether you're looking to tap your feet, forget your troubles, or just share a pint over some great tunes, look no further than The Northerly Gales. Danny Schwarze. (651)263-6704northerlygales@gmail.com, www.northerlygales.com Northern GaelA powerful blast of traditional music and dance - bringing the songs, music and dance steps of the Irish and Scottish countrysides to life in concert performances and community programs. The members are Ross Sutter, Laura MacKenzie and Danielle Enblom. Featuring flute, fiddle, whistle, pipes, concertina, vocals, guitar, bodhrán, sean nós dance, and Cape Breton dance.Laura MacKenzie Laura@lauramackenzie.com or Ross Sutter rosssutter@mac.comwww.lauramackenzie.com/northerngael.cfmPatsy O’BrienGuitar and Vocals – traditional and original songsTwin Cities, MN patsysongs@gmail.comwww.patsyobrienswebsite.com O'Rourke's FeastIrish Traditional Music, arrangements of jigs, reels, hornpipes, clan marches, slow airs,2 Fiddles, 2 Flutes, Button Accordion, PianoSt. Paul, MN Paddy O'Brien, (651) 698-2258paddyobrienbox@gmail.netwww.paddyobrien.net/orourkes-feast/Paddy Wagon Irish Music with a twang -Acoustic folk/traditional/countryGuitars, fiddle, tin whistle, harmonica, stand up base, vocalsSt. Paul/MinneapolisTim Flynn, (651) 334-7115www.paddywagon.netPoitinCeltic Bush Music from the Red River ValleyMorehead, MNJim Haney, (218) 979-1085poitinband.comRavensFireTraditional Irish and Scottish Celtic, Folk and original songs and tunes. Great vocals and lively instrumentals, featuring guitar, mandolin, whistle, and bodhrán. Larry and Melissa Schmidt, Guy Havelick, Judy Havelick.Spring Valley, MNMelissa Schmidt, (507) 272-6710melissamschmidt@hotmail.com, theravensfireband.comRelease the CraicenInfluenced by Pogues and Flogging Molly's Irish Folk-Punk style, classic rock rhythms raise up rousing choruses while fiddle and accordion tunes reminisce days gone by. Minneapolis/St. Paul releasethecraicenmusic@gmail.comwww.releasethecraicen.comRing of KerryTraditional Irish instruments and lots of voice playing a high-energy blend that is animated, ruggedly beautiful and fun.St. Cloud, MNPaul Cotton, (320) 251-0601paulcotton@ringofkerry.us, www.ringofkerry.us

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MUSICIANS (continued)Ross and MacKenzieRoss Sutter and Laura MacKenzie, offering concertsand family programs of Scottish and Irish music.Twin Cities, MN (651) 398-5055Ross Sutter - rosssutter@mac.comLaura MacKenzie - Laura@lauramackenzie.comwww.rossandmackenzie.comRúpálaíAn uncommon trio with a trove of traditional dance tunes, songs in Irish Gaelic, English, Breton and more. Chad McAnally on Gaelic harp, wooden flute, vocals and hammered dulcimer; Siobhán Dugan on vocals; Michal Sinak on concertina, button box, guitar and octave mandolin.Twin Cities, MNChad McAnally (612) 968-4222 ceadachrua@gmail.comThe SERFs Irish Pub Rock. The Serfs are a 5 piece electric/acoustic band that blends traditional Irish drinking songs and rebel tunes with a little Rock N Roll!  From great songs from Flogging Molly and The Pogues to original songs, The Serfs deliver with up beat Irish Pub Rock!Guitar, Bass, Harmonicas, Drums, Percussion, VocalsMinneapolis, MNBooking/info: ddrummer5150@gmail.comwww.facebook.com/TheSerfsSisterTree SisterTree is a Celtic Americana trio featuring radiant harmonies for strings, voices, and percussive dance.  Dee Brust: vocals, guitar, mandolin.  Kerri Joy: vocals, fiddle, guitar.  Danielle Enblom: vocals, fiddle, footwork Dee Brust, (651) 341-0614, Kerri Joy (612) 615-4461Booking@SisterTreeMusic.comwww.SisterTreeMusic.comSonaTraditional Irish duo Sona (pronounced "SUN-a") is acombination of harp, fiddle, and concertina with vocals, performing lively dance tunes, harp melodies, and traditional songs in English and Irish. Mattie Ernst (fiddle, concertina, vocals), Hannah Flowers (vocals, nylon- and wire-strung harp)Twin Cities, MNHannah Flowers – hc.harpist@gmail.comhttps://www.facebook.com/sonairishmusic/about/Dáithí Sproule Traditional songs in English and Irish,Guitar, Gaelic languageWest Saint Paul, MN, (651) 757-0115www.daithisproule.comDáithí Sproule & Laura MacKenzieMusic of Ireland and ScotlandTwin Cities, MNLaura MacKenzie, (651) 398-5055Laura@lauramackenzie.comwww.sprouleandmackenzie.comAndrea SternCeltic Harp(612) 722-9790 andrea@andreastern.netwww.andreastern.netRoss SutterVocals, guitar, button accordion, bodhránChildren’s programs & school residenciesMinneapolis, MN (612) 331-1968rosssutter@mac.com, www.rosssutter.com

MUSICIANS (continued)Sweet Colleens Fiddle-fueled, accordion-infused, Celtic-Cajun Folk PopFiddle, accordion, guitar, drums, bass, vocals Twin Cities, MN(612) 501-5567 - info@sweetcolleens.comwww.sweetcolleens.comTentaTively TeaTime Irish and Irish-related songs and tunes on fiddles, bodhrán, bouzouki, guitar and whistles. Twin Cities, MN Linda Doran, midledoran@gmail.comTiller BlackTraditional Irish / Celtic RockVocals, acoustic guitar, mandolin, accordion, bass, bodhrán, cajon drum boxMinneapolis / St. Paul, MNKevin Brown, (763) 656-9482, tillerblack@gmail.comwww.tillerblack.com The Tim Malloys Equal parts pub and punk, the Tim Malloys fuse traditional Irish music with a raucous Minneapolis sound and sensibility. Mashing up influences ranging from The Pogues to The Suburbs, the Tim Malloys are a bootlegger's dream of punk guitar, manic grooves, and rollicking callbacks. Vocals, Guitars, Base, Whistle/Flute,

Accordion, Drums, Bodhrántimmalloysbooking@gmail.comwww.TimMalloys.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/pages/The-Tim-Malloys/167449436310YouTube: www.youtube.com/TheTimMalloysBandcamp: timmalloys.bandcamp.com/Twin Cities Céilí Band (TCCB)Traditional Irish music for Irish social dancingTwin Cities, MNTom Juenemann tjuenemann@gmail.comTwo Tap TrioTraditional Irish Music, vocals, fiddle, flute, guitar,also available with Irish dancers.St. Paul, MNBrian Miller, (651) 245-3719 dadgadguy@gmail.comwww.twotaptrio.comUpset and CurlPerforming beautiful arrangements of traditional melodies and folk tunes from Ireland and North America. The delicate sounds of harp and flute with driving fiddle tunes, percussive dance, and vocal harmonies are a true delight! Danielle Enblom (fiddle/step dance), Hannah Flowers (harp/vocals), and Cory Froehlich (flute/vocals). Twin Cities, MNHannah Flowers - HC.Harpist@gmail.comwww.facebook.com/upsetandcurl/Mary Vanorny Traditional Irish Music on FiddleFarmington, MNcommonreel@gmail.com- (952) 807-5104www.FiddlerMary.comWild Colonial BhoysCeltic Rock that ROCKS!Adam Coolong, adam@wildcolonialbhoys.comwww.wildcolonialbhoys.com Willow BraeCeltic harpist Andrea Stern and traditional wind player/singer Laura MacKenzie, offering concerts and community programs.Twin Cities, MN - Laura MacKenzie, (651) 398-5055Laura@lauramackenzie.com , andrea@andreastern.comwww.willowbraemusic.com

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IRISH LECTURES/DEMONSTATIONS AND READINGS

The Twin Cities area has a wealth of distinguished Irish musicians and writers who are available for presentations on a range of topics. These may be adapted for various age groups and settings, including special interest groups, libraries, community centers and festivals as well as schools, elementary through college. Following is a listing by artist.

MUSICIANSLAURA MACKENZIE * performs and teaches music from Ireland, Scotland, Central France, Galicia, Cape Breton and Minnesota on a splendid array of wind-powered instruments and voice. More information at: http://www.lauramackenzie.com/schoolcommunity.cfmCHAD MCANALLY plays Irish wire strung harp as well as hammer dulcimer and whistle. Chad teaches these at the Center for Irish Music. Classically trained in piano, organ and harpsichord, Chad expanded his experience as a graduate student of ethnomusicology, focusing primarily on North Indian classical music. More information at: ceadachrua@gmail.com . PADDY O’BRIEN * plays button accordion and is considered a walking encyclopedia of Irish traditional music, and has recorded and toured internationally with some of Ireland's seminal traditional music ensembles. More information at: http://www.paddyobrien.net/paddy-obrien-irish-studies-programs/DÁITHÍ SPROULE of Derry, whose first group was the legendary Skara Brae, is one of Irish music’s most respected guitar accompanists, and one of the first guitarists to develop DADGAD tuning for Irish music. He is also a fine singer in English and Irish. In addition to performing and recording, Dáithí is a sought-after teacher and lecturer in subjects ranging from guitar styles and song accompaniment to Irish traditional music, language and literature. More information at: http://www.daithisproule.com/about/

WRITERSERIN HART * is a traditional singer in the Irish sean nós style and the author of four archaeological crime novels set in Ireland. When speaking at libraries and other community settings, Erin often brings her husband, Irish traditional music icon Paddy O'Brien, to play a few tunes to set the mood. Erin offers talks about each of her books, and a more general program about the series.Erin also does special keynote addresses and other public speaking engagements at library events, book fairs, writers' conferences, and schools. More information at www.erinhart.com.

STORYTELLING – THE SPOKEN WORD“Since we gathered in the dark caves long 'go we are a people have been retelling stories to one another.  The Irish are known to be the greatest at the art of conjuring a tale into life while bringing the listener into another time and world often leaving them there as they slip out the back door. As the old Irish Proverb says, Bíonn siúlach scéalach, 'Travellers have tales to tell' and the Irish have always been great wanderers of this world.There are two types of Storyteller, the Scéalaí and the Seanchaí; the former who recounts the urban legends and the latter the teller of international traveling folktales and Sagas, which by all accounts in the days before television and the modern attention span would go on for three days and three nights. Nowadays, though, all Irish storytellers are known as the Seanchaí!Who's telling tales now?” - Máirtín de Cogáin

STORYTELLERSDetailed profiles of these storytellers are available on the IMDA website at www.IMDA-MN.org.Tracy Chipman, based in Menomonie, Wisconsin - travels far & wide!(715) 292-1513, tlchipman@gmail.com    www.listentoatale.comMáirtín de Cógáin, lives in California, travels to Minnesota often and is willing to travel all around. (310) 447-4839, mairtinmusic@gmail.comwww.MairtinMusic.comwww.Facebook.com/MdCProjectJohn Dingley, Twin Cities, MN(651) 280-7232, John.Digley@gmail.com

Northstar Storytelling League is a Minnesota nonprofit serving storytellers and listeners throughout the state. http://northstarstorytelling.org/

IRISH THEATERThe Celtic Collaborative is a cultural and performing arts troupe dedicated to animating the drama, poetry, fiction, music, and dance of the Celtic world, both past and present.Since 2011, the Celtic Collaborative has produced seven original collage shows: Nobel on Yer Bicycle: Ireland's Nobel Laureates (2011); Scenes from the 1916 Easter Rising (2011/2012); Scenes from a Celtic Album (2012); Scenes from Dracula's Celtic Album (2013), Monsters and Demons: Scenes from Dracula’s Celtic Album, 1,000 Years of Irish Poetry (March 2014) and The Harp and the Loon: Literary Bridges between Ireland and Minnesota (November 2014).Performances have been held at venues including: the Celtic Junction, the Black Dog, Brits Pub, the Irish Fair of Minnesota, the Rochester Irish Festival, and the historic Cass Gilbert designed Dayton Avenue Presbyterian Church. www.CelticCollab.org

The Phoenix Theater – the resident acting group at the Celtic Junction Arts Center. Innovative Irish theater presented in an energetic and playful way. Patrick.ODonnell@normandale.edu

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IRISH LANGUAGE INSTRUCTIONGaeltacht Minnesota Irish language groups and instruction.Free classes on Monday nights. Also, language workshop opportunities.info@gaelminn.org , www.gaelminn.orgThe Celtic JunctionIrish language classes for children, teens and their parents, using songs, rhymes and stories. The instructor is Tom Jeffers, Dublin native and Irish Gaelic Teaching Assistant at the University of St. Thomas. Fee.celticjunction.org/college/

IRISH NEWSPAPERThe Irish GazetteAn Irish Cultural Newspaper

Publisher: Jim Brooksjbrooks@theirishgazette.comwww.theirishgazette.com

IRISH ORGANIZATIONSAncient Order of Hibernians - MN Officethomas_joseph_radke@yahoo.comThe Celtic Junction Arts Center “Weaving the traditions of Dance, Music, Art and Language”A Center for the Arts with classes in Irish Step Dance; Traditional Irish Music; Céilí and Social Dance; Irish Mythology and History; Celtic Spirituality; World Art and classes in the Irish language for children and adults. Visit our Public art gallery displaying local artisans of pottery, painting, and instrument making. Come to our Concerts and Hooleys! Space available for event rental (performance space, dance studios, classrooms, music area and lobby.)836 Prior Ave, St. Paul, MN 55104(612) 722-7000 ~ www.celticjunction.orgCenter for Irish Studies - New Hibernian Review University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, MN www.stthomas.edu/irishstudiesnhr@stthomas.eduChildren’s Program of Northern Ireland The program brings children 10 to 11 years old from Northern Ireland to Minnesota and surrounding areas for 5 weeks in the summer. This is a cross community program bringing Protestant and Catholic children together. The children learn first-hand that diverse people can and do live in harmony.(651) 405-1108cpni@cpni.org, Karol@americangrouptours.comwww.cpni.orgEmerald Society of Minnesota PO Box 4423St.Paul, Mn.55104 www.emeraldsocietymn.orgFriends of St. Patrick-MN ChapterBuilding positive and on-going relationships between Minnesota and Northern Ireland.  Affiliated with the Saint Patrick Centre in Downpatrick, Northern Ireland. Sponsors of the Young Ambassador Program, a program for young adults to travel to Northern Ireland to learn about the country's history, cultures, and reconciliation efforts. (612) 396-7703 - fospmn@gmail.comwww.saintpatrickcentre.com

IRISH ORGANIZATIONS (continued)Great Northern Irish Pipers ClubDevoted to promoting the playing, construction, and lore of the uilleann pipes of Ireland.St. Paul, MNTom Klein, (651) 227-3367information@gnipc.org www.gnipc.orgIrish American Business Network - Minnesota ChapterServing the greater Minnesota area of the Irish American Business Network by using a light-hearted, satirical approach, we seek to use our collective experiences and insights to further our cultural, social, professional and individual pursuits while supporting all our membersin the best way we can.  A resource for the community.Request to join us via our LinkedIn Page"Like" us on Facebook:  www.facebook.com/pages/Minnesota-Chapter-of-the-Irish-American-Business-NetworkIrish Fair of Minnesota Providing expression for all things Irish and linking the past, present and future of Irish culture in Minnesota. Irish Fair welcomes visitors for three days of Irish music, dance and cultural activities on the second weekend in August each year.836 Prior Ave N, St. Paul, MN 55104 (651)645-0221info@irishfair.com, www.irishfair.comIrish Genealogical Society International A worldwide community of Irish Genealogical researchers – people looking for their Irish and Scots-Irish ancestors in Ireland and around the world. We are an all volunteer non-profit organization based in the Twin Cities with members in 10 countries and all fifty of the United States.1385 Mendota Heights RoadMendota Heights, MN 55120Ann Eccles, (651) 330-9312Questions@IrishGenealogical.orgwww.irishgenealogical.orgIrish Music and Dance Association (IMDA) Celebrating Irish traditions since 1983.Julia Rogers, (651) 341-3618 info@IrishMusicAndDanceAssociation.orgwww.IMDA-MN.orgwww.facebook.com/pg/IMDA.MNIrish Network Minnesota Connecting the Midwest through business, social and cultural networks in the US and Ireland.  Minnesota is one of more than 20 chapters from New York to San Diego that fosters the creativity, Industry and success of Ireland's diaspora.  IN-MN welcomes members to participate in the local Irish community, connect professionally and expand their social network.Follow us on Twitter @irishnetworkmn or on Facebook.Minneapolis St. Patrick’s Day AssociationJudy Clerkin, (763) 234-0669. mplsstpats@aol.comwww.mplsstpats.orgThe Minnesota FeisAn Irish Dance, Music & Art Competition Held each September at the St. Paul’s RiverCentre.www.theminnesotafeis.orgSt. Paul St. Patrick’s AssociationJeff Schmidt – jschmidty317@gmail.com  (651) 335-7575 www.stpatsassoc.org

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IRISH ORGANIZATIONS (continued)Traditional Singers ClubSupporting and encouraging involvement and excellence in Irish and related singing traditionsTwin Cities, MNsingersclub@gmail.comwww.singclub.orgTwin Cities FeileIrish Music & Dance CompetitionSponsored by Shamrock School of Irish Step Dancewww.twincitiesfeile.comTwin Cities Robert Emmets Hurling ClubDevoted to promoting the sport of hurling, the national sport of Ireland.infotcre@gmail.comtwincitieshurling.com

IRISH RADIOMalarkey - Radio with an Irish AccentWeekly live radio on KFAI covering Irish culture, art, music and writing.Monday, 7:30 pm to 8:00 pm, 90.3 FM, 106.7 AM in the Twin Cities and streaming on kfai.orgHosted by Siobhan Kieranswww.kfai.org/malarkeyradio

PUBS AND VENUESFEATURING IRISH MUSIC

Celtic Junction Arts Center836 Prior Avenue N, St. Paul, MN(612) 722-7000 – concerts@thecelticjunction.comwww.celticjunction.orgCharlie's Irish Pub at the Water Street Inn101 Water St S, Stillwater, MN(651) 439-6000 - www.waterstreetinn.usDubliner Pub and Cafe2162 University Ave W (at Vandalia), St. Paul, MN(651) 646-5551 - www.thedublinerpub.comEggroll Queen Café (formerly the Underground Music Café)1579 Hamline Ave N., Falcon Heights, MN 55108(651) 644-9959 – eggrollqueen1.comHalf Time Rec1013 Front Ave, St. Paul, MN (651) 488-8245 - halftimerecevents@gmail.com www.halftimerec.netKeegan’s Irish Pub16 University Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN(612) 252-0880 – info@keeganspub.com, www.keeganspub.comKieran’s Irish Pub 601 1st Avenue N, Minneapolis, MN (612) 339-4499 - www.kierans.comMerlins Rest3601 E Lake St, Minneapolis, MN(612) 216-2419 – chatwithmerlin@yahoo.com, www.merlinsrest.comTanzenwald Brewing, 103 Hwy 3 North, Northfield. (507) 366-BEER www.tanzenwald.com,

IRISH PUBSBlarney Pub & Grill412 - 14th Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN(612) 331-1527 - www.blarneypubmn.comCelts Craft House7083 153rd Street W, Apple Valley, MN 55124(952) 683-1533 - www.celtscrafthouse.com/Celts Irish Pub & Grill14506 S Robert, Rosemount, MN (651) 322-79956559 Concord Blvd, Inver Grove Heights, MN(651) 455-5210800 Bahls Drive, Hastings, MN (651) 437-1123200 3rd St, Farmington, MN (651) 460-8376ktgislason@gmail.com, celts-pub.comCladdagh Irish Pub - Maple Grove7890 Main St, Maple Grove, MN (763) 773-7400 - maplegrove@claddaghirishpubs.comwww.claddaghirishpubs.comDan Kelly’s Pub212 7th Street S, Minneapolis, MN 55402(612) 333-2644 - www.dankellyspub.comDrake O’Neill’s Irish American Pub9125 Quaday Ave NE, Otsego, MN(763) 595-1491 – www.drakeoneills.comEmmett’s Public House695 Grand Ave, St. Paul, MN (651) 225-8248 – www.emmettspublichouse.comJake O’Connor’s Public House200 Water St, Excelsior, MN(952) 908-9650 – info@jakeoconnors.com, www.jakeoconnors.comKip's Irish Pub and Restaurant 9970 Wayzata Blvd, St. Louis Park, MN(952) 367-5070 – request@kipspub.com, www.kipspub.comThe Liffey175 West 7th, St. Paul, MN(651) 556-1420 - www.theliffey.comThe Local Minneapolis931 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN (612) 904-1000 - www.the-local.comThe Local West End1607 Park Place Blvd, St. Louis Park, MN(952) 698-2000 - www.the-local.comMcCormick’s Pub & Restaurant331 Broadway Ave S, Wayzata, MN(952) 767-2417 – info@mccormicks.pub, www.mccormickswayzata.comMcGarry’s Irish Pub & Eatery5189 Main Street East, Maple Plain, MN(763) 479-4031 - www.mcgarryspub.comMorrissey’s Irish Pub913 W Lake St, Minneapolis, MN(612) 465-8555 – contact@morrisseysuptown.com, www.morrisseysuptown.comO’Brien’s Public House338 1st Ave E, Shakopee, MN(952) 217-5490 – mnaccafferty@ibhmn.com, obrienspublichousemn.comO’Donovan’s Irish Pub700 1st Ave N, Minneapolis, MN(612) 317-8896 – mnaccafferty@ibhmn.com, www.odonovans.com

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IRISH PUBS (continued)O’Malley's Irish Pub1775 Radio Drive Suite A (City Centre East) Woodbury, MN(651) 578-7007 - www.omalleys-pub.comThe Olde Triangle Pub219 Main Street West, Wabasha, MN 55981 (651) 565-0256 – info@theoldtrianglepub.com, www.theoldetrianglepub.comPaddy Ryan's Irish Pub709 Rodeo Circle, Hudson, WI(715) 381-8205 – paddyryansinfo@baldwin-telecom.net, www.paddyryans.comPog Mahone’s Pub & Grill903 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis, MN(612) 236-4724 – www.pogmahone.comThe Prodigal Public House25 E 26th Street, Minneapolis, MN(612) 354-3689 – www.prodigalpub.comShamrock’s The Irish Nook995 W 7th at Randolph, St. Paul, MN (651) 228-9925 - www.crnook.com

IRISH COFFEE SHOPS Claddagh Coffee CafeSpecialty coffee, local fresh bakery, soups, salads and paninis – served with Irish hospitality.459 W 7th Street, Saint Paul, MN – (651) 600-3400Wee Claddagh Coffee612 Selby Avenue, Saint Paul, MN – (651) 493-7455mary@claddaghcoffeecafe.com , www.claddaghcoffeecafe.com

IRISH SHOPS and MERCHANTSIrish on Grand *Irish on Grand is very much a community hub – a place to buy the best of Irish goods from CDs to Irish Crystal, purchase the makings of an Irish breakfast, but also a place to drop by for a chat, find out what’s happening in the Irish community or just to see who you might bump in to on a Saturday morning!1124 Grand Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105(651) 222-5151www.irishongrand.comhttp://www.facebook.com/IrishOnGrandBodhrán Tippers by David J. DraegerA wide range of tipper designs, including custom made tippers from "the Master of the Singing Bodhrán" of the Hounds of Finn. "Tippers are like lovers, you need to go through a few of them to pick the best … and a real player has more than one."Bodhran_Tippers@msn.comwww.besttippers.comThe Celtic CroftPurveyors of kilts, accessories, Scottish, Irish and Welsh clothing, bagpipes and other musical instruments and gifts. Visit us on the web or at a festival near you.  www.kilts-n-stuff.comCeltique CreationsCeltique Creations is a small family run business specializing in Celtic embroidery and gifts.Cathy Gadzo and Rosemary Paulson, (651) 249-8847White Bear Lake, MN 55110celtiquecreations@gmail.com www.celtiquecreations.com

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Gúna RinceCustom & ready-to-wear Irish dancing costumes and quality solo dress sewing patterns.Mattie ErnstGunaRinceCostumes@gmail.com, www.gunarince.com Chad McAnally - Celtic InstrumentsThe ancient and rare wire-strung harp, designed and hand-crafted by a professional harper. Chad builds historically inspired harps, student harps, and other traditional stringed instruments. ceadachrua@gmail.comT. R. Hawkinson, LTDHistoric Handcrafted JewelryCeltic designs in jewelry and other ornamentsTodd Hawkinson, (651)227-3921www.trhltd.comThe Irish Rose Gifts Your on-line source for Irish gifts, Irish coats of arms, Irish family history products and personalized Irish gifts.Dan Sexton, (888)298-5301help@theirishrose.com, www.theirishrose.comPatty's PotteryHandmade Celtic Potterythropots@prrpots.com - www.prrpots.comSt. Patrick’s GuildSaints, Shamrocks and MoreThe best in Irish and inspirational merchandise.1554 Randolph Ave., St. Paul, MN 55105(651) 690-1506 - (800) 652-9767 www.stpatricksguild.com - www.IrishIndeed.com

IRISH SPORTSTwin Cities Gaelic Football ClubA community Gaelic Sports club for men and women of all skill levels to participate in Gaelic Football.twincitiesgfc@gmail.comFind us on Facebook: Twin Cities Lakelanders Gaelic Football Club- www.twincitiesgfc.com/ Twin Cities Robert Emmets Hurling ClubOrganized to promote and develop the amateur sport of hurling in the Twin Cities and Minnesota, as well as a sense of community among members. infotcre@gmail.com - twincitieshurling.com

IRISH TRAVELThese local travel professionals can help you plan the perfect visit to Ireland.Celtic JourneysPersonalized group & individual travel to Ireland arranged by an Irish native. Exceptional journeys with outstanding service.maria@celtic-journeys.com - (651) 291-8003www.celtic-journeys.comThe Irish In AmericaLet our family show your family the best of Ireland...The Irish In America brings Americans to their roots withreal genealogy tours of Ireland. We go the extra mile to help your family experience Ireland, not just as a tourist, but as a member of the family, coming home for a visit. We want you to experience Ireland just as we have for the past forty years.TheIrishInAmerica@gmail.com - (651) 222-4402www.TheIrishInAmerica.com

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IMDA MembershipSupport live Irish music, dance and cultural activities by becoming a member of the Irish Music and Dance Association. Individual memberships are $20 a year. Band, organizational and business memberships are $25 a year. Newsletter only memberships are also available without charge. Member bands, organizations and businesses receive priority listing on the IMDA Community Resources List. All members receive the IMDA newsletter monthly electronically by e-mail. Supporting members who contribute $35 or more annually may receive their newsletter by U S Mail.

Sign up or renew your membership on the IMDA website - http://www.imda-mn.org/membership