Mawachihitotaak: Métis Studies Symposium (virtual)

Mawachihitotaak (Let’s Get Together) Conference will bring together a diverse community of Métis thinkers. This gathering will take place virtually from May 3-6, 2022. Our intention is to create a space for Métis scholars, art makers, knowledge holders, students, language speakers, organizers, writers, and other community leaders to share knowledge and engage in conversation together.…

Peoria Irish Fest

Sean-Nós dance workshops and performances with The Noble Call, Cherish the Ladies, and Adam Agee and Jon Sousa

Minneapolis, MN: Cumar in Performance at the Southern Theater

Cumar (“Confluence” in Irish Gaelic) brings together the complex rhythms and fluid, expressive movement of West Africa with the flowing melodies, percussive footwork, and intricate dance figures of Ireland, in an exuberant celebration of multi-cultural collaboration. The group features an outstanding ensemble of Twin Cities dancers and musicians, ranging from internationally recognized masters to dedicated young artists carrying these traditions into the next generation. This…

$25

Minneapolis, MN: Cumar in Performance at the Southern Theater

Cumar (“Confluence” in Irish Gaelic) brings together the complex rhythms and fluid, expressive movement of West Africa with the flowing melodies, percussive footwork, and intricate dance figures of Ireland, in an exuberant celebration of multi-cultural collaboration. The group features an outstanding ensemble of Twin Cities dancers and musicians, ranging from internationally recognized masters to dedicated young artists carrying these traditions into the next generation. This…

$25

St. Paul, MN: Eigse CIM

The Center for Irish Music invites you to dress up in your finest and join us at the Celtic Junction Arts Center for Éigse CIM, a Gaela Event! Éigse is an Irish word used for festivals celebrating traditional Irish arts and culture. It is in this spirit that we gather to raise funds for The Center…

Online Workshop: Playing and Understanding Irish Set Dances

Wednesdays 7:30-8:30 CST The Traditional Irish Set Dances (ex. The Garden of Daisies, The Blackbird, St. Patrick's Day,) are beautiful, and often have quirky melodies and step patterns. Each tune and dance is steeped in Irish and European history and has its own unique story. In this intensive workshop, Danielle will share the histories and…