Lunch & Learn -
"History of the Utica Boilermaker"

Date: Wednesday, July 9, 2025

Time: 11:00 a.m.

Cost: $20 (fee will cover the program and lunch, meal tax and gratuity included)

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

Register: https://bit.ly/43Runi4 

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

The H.A.R.P. Museum at the Irish Cultural Center of the Mohawk Valley continues its popular “Lunch and Learn” series on Wednesday, July 9th at 11 AM, when local writer, author, and historian Joe Kelly will present a history of the Utica Boilermaker road race.

The Roar of the Crowd, Stilt Guy, and Free Beer! 

Started as a local 15K road race in 1978, it rapidly evolved into a world-class event attracting elite runners from all walks of life from across the globe. Just as important, however, are the inspiring stories of the human spirit overcoming all kinds of challenges to be able to participate in this global event.

The Boilermaker Road Race is renowned for attracting top-tier international runners, often including Olympians and world record holders. Past winners and participants showcase the caliber of talent drawn to this prestigious 15K race. 

Meet the Presenter

Joe Kelly is a retired writer for the Utica Observer-Dispatch. He currently writes a column for the Daily Sentinel and Boonville Herald and is the host for WUTR’s Joe Kelly Show. 

IYKYK, Lunch is more than simply a mid-day meal!

Those of you who have attended our Lunch and Learn events in the past already know this: Lunch is so much more than just a meal; it’s a relaxed and congenial environment where the day’s presentation is often discussed among the attendees, and where people can interact directly with the presenter.  

Your $20 registration fee will cover the program and lunch (tax and gratuity are included). All those interested in attending are asked to register at https://bit.ly/43Runi4 or leave a message at (315) 733-4228, Ext 6. 

Accessibility

The H.A.R.P. Museum is located on the second floor of the Irish Cultural Center of the Mohawk Valley, 623 Columbia St, Utica. All are welcome to attend this program and the museum is wheelchair accessible.

Join us for our latest “Lunch and Learn” – Where you can feed your mind and your belly! ☘️

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