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Congratulations to the "What's the Rumpus?" contest winner, Amanda Mattefs!
What originated as the seed of an idea for an event to celebrate and promote Irish heritage, Irish Festivals Inc. has emerged into a thriving organization that celebrates the music, culture and history of Ireland during its four-day festival as well as several outreach initiatives throughout the year.
In the early 1980s, members of Milwaukee's Irish community gathered to discuss opportunities to promote their Gaelic heritage in a city known for its German roots. The idea of a festival, a three-day event to promote Irish culture through music, dance, cultural exhibits, drama and sports, was born. The festival wasn't just an opportunity to feature national Irish acts but also an impetus to showcase local groups that celebrate the rich traditions of Irish music.
Under the direction of Ed Ward, the first Irish Fest premiered in 1981 on a shoestring budget. Volunteers spent months planning the event, incorporating an extensive lineup of musical entertainment and cultural programming. Based on the event's success and overwhelming interest by those in attendance, the Smithsonian Institution's National Folk Life program called Milwaukee Irish Fest "the largest and best Irish cultural event in North America."
Join us for Milwaukee Irish Fest 2009 from August 13 to August 16th!
http://www.irishfest.com/
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Maranna McCloskeyxx
Jun 12 2009 4:46 AM
Un fuerte abrazo desde Extreemadura, España, de vuestros amigos
de Aulaga Folk.
Juan Carlos
May 16 2009 1:44 PM
FinTan
www.myspace.com/fintanmusic
www.fintanband.com
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Thanks for adding us.
Jun 9 2009 5:43 PM
Odarka & Red
Jun 9 2009 11:18 PM
ACCEPT NO SUBSTITUTE!
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Jun 10 2009 7:10 PM
Catch Baal Tinne at Milwaukee Irish Fest this year on both Sat the 15th and Sun the 16th.
In the meantime check out tracks from our new album on our myspace page.
May 15 2009 8:27 PM
Have a nice Day
♥ Petra Bastani alias Pfundsweibpetra from www.petraspfundsweiber.de ♥
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HELPING CHILDREN HEAR THROUGH IRISH MUSIC