_Ring of _Kerry _Irish _Dancers

preserving the cultural tradition of Irish ceili and set dancing since 1991

Here's the calendar for events sponsored by the RKIDs, other area Irish social dance organizations, and cool things our members are doing or suggesting. Deadline for submittals: give changes to the website coordinator by Saturday for posting by the next Tuesday. All content must meet RKIDs' editorial acceptability rules. Hairy Eyeball

RKIDs classes: If Montgomery County Public Schools are closed for the day or for the afternoon, we will NOT have class (even if the schools re-open in the evening).

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GWCC: Summer Dance Classes

Sponsor/Host: GWCC
What: Summer Set & Ceili Dance Classes on Thursdays from June 6 to Aug 8, 2018. Featuring the Longford and Ardgroom Polka sets
Date: Thursday August 1, 2019
Time: 7-8pm for basics/new dancers, 8-9:30 for advanced
Location:
Argyle Park Activities Bldg, 1030 Forest Glen Rd, Silver Spring MD 20901
Details:
Flyer. Teacher is Paul O'Donnell, $50/season. They will also have a monthly mini-ceili (8-10pm) that is open to all in lieu of advanced class on the third Thursdays of June, July and August ($5 donation suggested for musicians).
Contact: Paul O'Donnell 301-649-6410 or email

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Dublin Ohio Irish Festival: Dublin Irish Festival (3 days)

Sponsor/Host: Dublin Ohio Irish Festival
What: Annual Dublin Ohio Irish festival. Said to be the largest three-day Irish festival on Earth.
Dates From and To: Friday August 2, 2019 to Sunday August 4, 2019
Time: various
Location: Coffman Park 5200 Emerald Parkway Dublin, Ohio 43017
Details: Tickets; advance prices range from $10 - $25
Contact: Website

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Social Group: Monthly Brunch

Sponsor/Host: RKIDs Social Group
What: RKIDs' brunch social
Date: Saturday August 3, 2019
Time: 10 am - noon
Location: Woodside Deli at 13048 Middlebrook Rd, Germantown, MD 20874
Details:
Brunch and chat at the Woodside Deli restaurant.
Contact: Sonja

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Birthday!

Happy Birthday to Dan O'C

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GWCC: Summer Dance Classes

Sponsor/Host: GWCC
What: Summer Set & Ceili Dance Classes on Thursdays from June 6 to Aug 8, 2018. Featuring the Longford and Ardgroom Polka sets
Date: Thursday August 8, 2019
Time: 7-8pm for basics/new dancers, 8-9:30 for advanced
Location:
Argyle Park Activities Bldg, 1030 Forest Glen Rd, Silver Spring MD 20901
Details:
Flyer. Teacher is Paul O'Donnell, $50/season. They will also have a monthly mini-ceili (8-10pm) that is open to all in lieu of advanced class on the third Thursdays of June, July and August ($5 donation suggested for musicians).
Contact: Paul O'Donnell 301-649-6410 or email

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Birthday!

Happy Birthday to Sharon P
Goderich Celtic Roots Festival: Celtic Roots Festival (3 days)

Sponsor/Host: Goderich Celtic Roots Festival
What: Goderich Celtic Roots festival. A three-day outdoor festival with 5 stages showcasing the best of Celtic music, dance, and art, all in the beautiful setting of Goderich, Ontario.
Dates From and To: Friday August 9, 2019 to Sunday August 11, 2019
Time: various
Location: Goderich, Ontario
Details: Ticket prices range from $35/day to - $75 for a weekend pass. Music runs from 12 noon to midnight; 10:30 pm Sunday. Musicians include Liz Carroll and Altan.
Contact: Website

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Tuesday Night Ceili Club: Hickey-Kourtz Ceili

Sponsor/Host: Tuesday Night Ceili Club
What: Fourth annual Hickey-Kourtz Memorial Ceili. Live music by the Shepherds Pie Ceili Band. Bring a dessert if you wish to share and non-alcoholic beverages.
Date: Sunday August 18, 2019
Time: 3 - 6 pm
Location: Old St. Marys Church Knights of Columbus Hall, Ox Road (Rte 123) and Fairfax Station Road, Fairfax Station, VA 22039
Details:
Free admission. The floor is among the best for dancing. Dances include Siege, Haymakers, North Kerry, Antrim Square, Ballyvourney.
Contact: Hugh Conway

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Birthday!

Happy Birthday to Madelyn A

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Birthday!

Happy Birthday to Bill A

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RKIDs: Directors Meeting

Sponsor/Host: Ring of Kerry Irish Dancers
What: RKIDs' Board of Directors Meeting
Date: Thursday August 22, 2019
Time: 7:15 - 9:15 pm
Location: Sonja and Tom's
Details:
This directors' meeting is open to current RKIDs members. Organization
Contact: Maura

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Birthday!

Happy Birthday to Marie V

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IONA-Barnaby Productions: Isla!

Sponsor/Host: IONA-Barnaby Productions
What: Celtic House Concerts at the Swift Run Lodge, presenting Deborah Packard and Peter Cairney of Isla!
Date: Saturday August 24, 2019
Time: 7:30 pm
Location: Fairfax Station, VA (call for directions)
Details:
Bring a lawn chair and picnic with your beverage of choice. They provide desserts and soft drinks. The suggested donation is $20. Isla! weaves Appalachian and Scottish spells with sweet vocals, fine whistle, world class guitar, lap dulcimer and harmonica accompaniment.
Contact: Reservations & directions call (703) 426-1450 or send an email to ionavoice@pobox.com. More info at Swift Run Concerts

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Birthday!

Happy Birthday to Larry F

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