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Book Discussion: James Plunkett’s “Strumpet City”
Book Discussion: James Plunkett’s “Strumpet City”
Join Steve Griffith for a three-night discussion of James Plunkett's 1969 masterpiece, Strumpet City. Although a work of fiction, the story is based on the real-life Dublin worker's lockout of 1913. Plunkett's sweeping story, often called the Great Irish Novel, takes the reader into the dark heart of Dublin society in the early years of the 20th century. …
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Alasdair Fraser and Natalie Haas at The Cedar Cultural Center
Alasdair Fraser and Natalie Haas at The Cedar Cultural Center
$30 Advance, $35 Day of Show. The cutting-edge fiddle and cello explorations of Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas return to The Cedar located at 416 Cedar Avenue South Minneapolis, MN, 55454 " … you would think they'd been playing together for centuries. While his fiddle dances, her cello throbs darkly or plucks puckishly. Then opens…
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Orkestar Bez Ime’s “21” Album Release
Orkestar Bez Ime’s “21” Album Release
On the heels of celebrating their 21st birthday in December, Balkan party band Orkestar Bez Ime (OBI) now celebrates the birth of their first album in ten years — the aptly named "21" — by returning to Celtic Junction on Saturday, April 6. (Fun fact: OBI's previous album was recorded live on CJ's stage in…
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Irish Language Weekend/Deireadh Seachtaine Gaeilge
The 3rd annual Irish Language Weekend/Deireadh Seachtaine Gaeilge will take place in Celtic Junction Arts Center from 4:30 p.m. Friday, April 12 to Sunday, April 14 during the first weekend of the Irish Arts Week (April 12-28). The cost is $175. More information can be found on the DSG 2024 page. REGISTER This event is…
Film: Gael Linn at 70
Film: Gael Linn at 70
70 Years of Innovation in Language and Cultural Revitalization "Gael Linn ag 70," a commemorative program of music and song to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Irish language organization. Produced by Aniar for TG4, the celebratory program features music and conversation with an all-star cast. In 1953, Gael Linn began a weekly program on…
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Cúchulainn: an imperishable reservoir of inspiration
Cúchulainn: an imperishable reservoir of inspiration
Join us for a lecture by Réamonn Ó Ciaráin, foremost expert on the legendary Irish hero Cúchulainn. He'll be speaking on Cúchulainn as a source of inspiration. Réamonn will be joining us from Dublin for the weekend and presenting this lecture in English. It is free to registrants of the DSG. In this talk, Réamonn Ó…
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Dan Gleeson Gallery Opening
Dan Gleeson Gallery Opening
An immigrant’s relationship with a city is a two-way process that inevitably changes both the newcomer and the new home itself. The beautiful architectural renderings of Irish-born architect Dan Gleeson vividly illustrate how one immigrant artist’s imagination helped shape the actual landscapes and skylines of the Twin Cities. Born in County Tipperary, raised on a…
Matt and Shannon Heaton in Concert
Matt and Shannon Heaton in Concert
Boston-based Matt & Shannon Heaton play updated and traditional Irish music on flute, accordion, guitar, bouzouki, and voices. They feature husband-and-wife harmonies and instrumental virtuosity.
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Myth Round Table
Myth Round Table
This is a discussion forum for all levels of interest in mythology with a specific emphasis on Celtic and Irish myth within the broader circle of world mythology. It is hosted by Ryan Quinn, our regular mythology instructor. On this date, we will continue to explore the story of the great hero, Cuchulainn. All are…
Celtic Woman: 20th Anniversary Tour at the State Theatre
Celtic Woman: 20th Anniversary Tour at the State Theatre
Join us as Celtic Woman celebrates two decades of music and artistry with their 20th Anniversary Tour, landing at the prestigious State Theatre on April 16th. This momentous occasion promises an evening filled with the ethereal harmonies and captivating melodies that have defined Celtic Woman as a powerhouse in world and folk music. Experience the…
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The Stories They Tell: Ireland’s Famine Museums
The Stories They Tell: Ireland’s Famine Museums
Free. In-person. The Stories They Tell: Ireland’s famine museums – in Dublin and Strokestown – are compelling stops for visitors. This class will spotlight the museums’ histories with photos and commentary from the academic coordinator of the Irish Heritage Trust which operates the National Famine Museum in Strokestown. The free and in-person presentation is located…
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Irish Studies Round Table
Irish Studies Round Table
The discussion theme will be the Easter Rising 1916. All are welcome to join! We will meet in the education classroom across from the McKiernan Library. Jane Kennedy and Patrick O'Donnell will be your hosts. No registration needed. There is no elevator service to the library level. This free event is part of the 2024 Irish…
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Taking Flight Collective Concert 2024
Taking Flight Collective Concert 2024
Featuring Morien McBurnie and special guests. GET TICKETS FROM CIM The Center for Irish Music’s Taking Flight Collective is a program that supports the next generation of artistic leaders in the community by providing performance opportunities and mentorship with inspiring musicians. Come support the next generation and hear some gorgeous Irish music! The 2024 Taking…
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MOVIE: The Magdalene Sisters
MOVIE: The Magdalene Sisters
The year is 1964, three teenage women are forced by their families and caretakers to live and work in one of the many homes for “fallen women” run by individual orders of the Catholic Church that existed throughout Ireland until the 1990s. The Magdalene Sisters is a heartbreaking and sometimes brutal film that portrays without…
Ceilidh with the Gunn Slingers
Ceilidh with the Gunn Slingers
Get ready for an electrifying night of music and dance as our Youth Advisory Council presents a social dance featuring the Gunn Slingers! Known for their unique blend of traditional Scottish tunes, hard groove, and unstoppable energy, the Gunn Slingers promise a night of exhilarating dancing and craic that will leave you breathless. But that's…
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Into the Woods: Irish Music and Dance in Logging Era Minnesota
Into the Woods: Irish Music and Dance in Logging Era Minnesota
Franz Rickaby, one of only a handful of folk song collectors to work in Minnesota, wrote in the 1920s that "in the logging camp the hegemony in song belonged to the Irish." Eoin McKiernan Library Director Brian Miller has spent over 15 years investigating songs, singers, fiddlers, dancers and other Irish cultural expressions in logging era…
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Screening and Discussion: “Stories I Didn’t Know”
Screening and Discussion: “Stories I Didn’t Know”
A search for her Irish ancestors leads a woman down an unexpected path to a family secret about a sacred piece of land. Rita Davern exposes an ugly reality at the heart of a family legend. Her family members have always been proud to say that their great grandparents once owned Pike Island, a beautiful…
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CJAC’s 15th Anniversary Celebration
CJAC’s 15th Anniversary Celebration
Join us for the Celtic Junction's 15th Anniversary Celebration! Doors open at 5:00 pm followed by cocktails at 5:30 pm. Announcements, heavy appetizers, and entertainment with King Wilkie's Dream follows. Don't miss the highlight of the evening – our Aer Lingus Raffle Drawing at 8 pm, when you could win 2 round-trip tickets to Ireland!…
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Beltane Céilí Dance
Beltane Céilí Dance
Join us for our Beltane Céilí Dance! Admission is $10 at the door for adults and free for youth 18 years and younger. Get ready to celebrate Beltane with a lively céilí that will make your heart dance with joy! What to Expect: Enjoy the vibrant tradition of céilí dancing— a social dance deeply rooted in…
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Irish Language Conversation Circle
Irish Language Conversation Circle
This is a friendly and fun opportunity to practice your language skills. It is hosted by two diligent community members and language learners, Diane Daniels and Sue Clarke. All are welcome. Meet us in the education classroom across from the library. This opportunity is free and in-person only!