Youth Lunch & Learn:
Captain Kelsey & Irish Dancing

Date: Thursday, April 24, 2025

Time: 10:30 a.m. (Captain Kelsey's Erie Canal Adventure)

    12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (Irish Dance Extravaganza)

Cost: FREE to children of all ethnicities aged 8-14 (lunch for students is included - advanced registration is required)

Location: H.A.R.P. Museum located on the second floor of the Irish Cultural Center of the Mohawk Valley at 623 Columbia St., Utica

Tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/youth-lunch-and-learn-erie-canal-and-irish-dancing

Contact: Chris Hoke (Program Committee) - (315) 733-4228 Ext. 6 or irishccmv@gmail.com

Ahoy and Get Your Dancing Shoes On!

The Irish Cultural Center of the Mohawk Valley is calling all young adventurers for a day of laughter, learning, and lively dancing on Thursday, April 24, 2025. Join us for two free, family-friendly Lunch & Learn sessions that will bring history and culture to life!

Morning Fun: Captain Kelsey's Erie Canal Adventure

Time: 10:30 AM

Set sail back in time with Captain Kelsey, a charismatic Erie Canal boat pilot who’s got plenty of tall tales to share. Expect a few wild misadventures, as the good captain recruits brave young hoggees (mule drivers) to join his canal crew. Full of laughter and interactive storytelling, it’s an unforgettable adventure for all ages!

Afternoon Delight: Irish Dance Extravaganza

Time: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Get ready to kick up your heels! The talented performers from the Butler-Sheehan Academy of Traditional Irish Dance will whisk you away into the world of jigs, reels, and rich Irish tradition. You’ll learn about the origins of Irish dancing, watch dazzling performances, and even join in for a dance that’s fun for beginners. No experience? No problem!

Details You Need to Know:
Who: Kids aged 8-14 of all backgrounds
Cost: Absolutely FREE
Lunch: Provided for participants at noon
Parents/Guardians: Welcome to watch (adults will need to cover their own lunch)
Sign Up: Spots are limited, so grab yours now at https://bit.ly/4ilyNng 

Special Thanks

This magical day is made possible by a Legislative Initiative Program grant, championed by Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon and administered through the New York State Office of Children and Family Services.

Come for the stories, stay for the dancing, and leave with memories that will last a lifetime. See you at the Irish Cultural Center of the Mohawk Valley! ☘️

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