ARIZONA IRISH MUSIC SOCIETY
AIMS NEWS AND NOTES
AIMS News and Notes 3-26-2008
Arizona Irish Music Society
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The Expanded Irish Cultural Center Gift Shop run by Pat & Patty McCrossan, the former proprietors of Ireland's Own, is now open from 10:30 am until 6 pm Tuesday through Friday and from 10:30 am until 3 pm on Saturday. It will also be open for any ICC special events. Call (602) 254-6094.
The Irish Cultural Center is at 1106 N. Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Out and About
--- No Phoenix Traditions Folk Festival This Year
2. Irish Story Teller Featured At South Mountain Storytelling Festival
- Wed Mar 26 To Fri 28
3. Contradance At Icc On Wed
4. Verde Valley Highland Games - Sat Mar 29
5. Fire & Grace2 …Strung High & Loose - Apr 4 To 6
6. Seeking Volunteers - Gilbert Global Village Festival Sat Apr 12
7. This Week In Irish Music
1. OUT AND ABOUT
--- NO PHOENIX TRADITIONS FOLK FESTIVAL THIS YEAR
For people who have been following AIMS News and Notes for a number of years, there is the notable absence of Phoenix Traditions Folk Festival (long held at Encanto Park). Explicitly scheduled the weekend AFTER St. Patrick’s Day, Phoenix Traditions has long been a great chance for acoustic musicians of all genres get a chance to get to know each other. In most years, AIMS has had a booth and made a lot of friends in the process.
Nothing is in writing, but it looks like the Traditions Folk Festival will return next spring in Glendale. I’ll have more as updates become available.
2. IRISH STORY TELLER FEATURED AT SOUTH MOUNTAIN STORYTELLING FESTIVAL
- WED MAR 26 TO FRI 28
Liz Weir, Northern Ireland Storyteller and Peace Advocate/Educator, to be Featured at South Mountain Community College Spring Storytelling Festival, March 26 - 28
Learn how storytelling advances the cause of peace, and how Arizona schools and students can benefit, when Liz Weir -- popular storyteller from historically troubled Northern Ireland — teaches and “tells” at the South Mountain Community College Storytelling Institute Spring Festival, March 26 - 28.
Weir, one of Ireland’s best-known storytellers, will be the featured guest and teller at the annual event.
This Irish storytelling fest will be at SMCC, 7050 S. 24th St. (just north of Baseline Rd.). The event is co-sponsored by the SMCC Storytelling Institute and the Intercultural/International Committee.
Weir, from Northern Ireland, will begin the weekend on March 26 (Wed.) with the storytelling workshop, “Shortening the Road: Storytelling on the Path to Peace in Northern Ireland.”
The storyteller will discuss projects she has been involved with during the last 30 years, giving examples of activities that may be replicated in any part of the world. These activities include intergenerational storytelling; plus working with adults with special needs and schoolchildren in projects designed to promote peace.
The event will be in the Studio Theatre of SMCC from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Cost is $50, with a student discount of $25. (Checks must be made out to the SMCC Storytelling Institute. Information: 602.243.8022 or LynnAnn.Woj@ smcmail.maricopa.edu).
Next, a free community storytelling festival is set for March 27 in the Student Union. First session is 9:30 to 10:45 a.m and second session is 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. In addition to hearing a tale from Liz Weir, listeners will hear from youth tellers, college students taking storytelling classes, and graduates of SMCC’s Storytelling Institute.
On March 28, Weir will be featured in a special storytelling concert, "Folktales from Ireland and Beyond.” She will share classic lore – packed with little people, songs and stories – from 7 to 9 p.m., in Performance Hall. Cost is $10 and tickets are available at Showup.com.
Weir, a former children’s librarian in Belfast, works with groups to promote the art of storytelling -- for which the Irish are world famous. She now travels the globe telling stories to adults and children.
In addition, this popular storyteller organizes workshops, appears at major international festivals and has given performances in Israel, Germany, Australia and the United States. She was the first winner of the International Storybridge Award from the National Storytelling Network.
Weir is the author of "Boom Chicka Boom,” a collection of stories for children; and the story collection "Here, There and Everywhere.”
She has presented "The Gift of the Gab,” a storytelling series, for BBC Radio Ulster. Weir has also written scripts for three animated television promotions, "Together in the Park," aimed at young children in Northern Ireland.
For more information, contact the SMCC Storytelling Institute: 602.243.8022; or for information about the SMCC Storytelling Institute, go to: www.southmountaincc.edu/PerformingArts/Storytelling.
3. CONTRADANCE AT ICC ON WED
March 26 at the Center. Time: 7:30 pm Cost: $7 per person. All figures will be taught during the evening; no formal workshop. Non-dancing children must be attended by their parents at all times. Snacks are potluck provided by the participants; water fountain available. The Irish Cultural Center has a new wood floor. Please wear soft-soled non-scuffing dance shoes!
http://pfotm.org/phoenix.html
4. VERDE VALLEY HIGHLAND GAMES - SAT MAR 29
Camp Verde Community Center
395 S. Main St.
Camp Verde, AZ
(928)771-1218 or mcnabbprescott@aol.com
10 AM to 5 PM. Opening cerimony at noon.
Adults - $10 / students - $7 / 12 and under - $5
Competition will be held in Scottish athletics (heavy events) and Highland Dancing.
There will be 2 stages of entertainment
Main Stage:Ocean's Apart, Crosswind, & Traditional Blend on the main stage
Tea Room: Ian Walinck, Calahan Howard, Vyctoria Pratt Keating, and Connie Fisher.
There will also be a beer garden and a scotch tasting booth, along with sheepdog herding demonstrations, re-enactors, clan booths, Celtic merchandise vendors, Scottish food and drink, and a great kids area with a magician, concerts, moon bounce, and face painting. Opening ceremony at noon.
5. FIRE & GRACE2 …STRUNG HIGH & LOOSE - APR 4 TO 6
Tempe Center for the Arts 700 West Rio Salado * Tempe, AZ 85281
Apr 4 to 6
WHO: Laura Carruthers: Producer * Choreographer * Highland Dancer * Ballet Arizona Soloist Six-time US Champion * British Overseas Champion * Atlantic International Champion Winner of City of Edinburgh Medal * Atlantic International Champion * Western States Open Champion
Also featuring world-renowned Alasdair Fraser (violin), Natalie Haas (cello) and Mike Hoffmann (guitar)
WHAT:
Fire & Grace2
…Strung High & Loose
WHEN:
Friday, April 4, 2008 8pm
Saturday, April 5, 2008 8pm
Sunday, April 6, 2008 2pm
WHERE:
Tempe Center for the Arts
700 West Rio Salado * Tempe, AZ 85281
www.tempe.gov/tca/
Tickets: Early Purchase Tickets: Adults $42 until January 4, 2008 After January 4, 2008: Adults $44
Other discounts are available for seniors and students. Contact the Box Office: 480-350-2TCA (2822)
About: www.celticdance.com
www.alasdairfraser.com
www.nataliehaas.com
Tempe, AZ ~ Award-winning, multimedia producer, choreographer, and international Scottish Highland Dance Champion Laura Carruthers brings Alasdair Fraser (violin), Natalie Haas (cello), Mike Hoffmann (guitar) and other brilliant artists together for three virtuosic and electrifying performances!
Feel alive, connected and beyond ~ as this stunning “Celt-essential” blend of music and movement string together the living roots ~ the turbulent waves ~ the burning passions ~ the boundless dreams of the human experience…rich in fire & grace!
Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas’ musical talent has been described as “Scottish fiddle and cello music of unrivalled beauty, eloquence, and passion!” The Scotsman
Carruthers & Co. takes you on an abounding journey of traditional and modern-day Celtic music & dance. This nearly two hour performance will have a fifteen-minute intermission, midway. The Tempe Center for the Arts opened its doors for the fist time in September 2007. TCA is your ticket to experience Fire & Grace2
… Strung High & Loose ~ one of the most exhilarating performances in the Southwest.
Enjoy your Celtic experience in a lakeside facility with views that enhance this one-of-a-kind Valley premiere performance!
6. SEEKING VOLUNTEERS - GILBERT GLOBAL VILLAGE FESTIVAL SAT APR 12
Saturday, April 12, 2008
We are looking for Volunteers for the Gilbert Global Village Festival. We are asking for a four hour commitment of your time on Friday and/or Saturday and in exchange, you will receive a free T-shirt and a chance to spend the day in celebration of our Global Village. There are a wide variety of work areas to choose from including set up, information, arts areas, hospitality, athletics, vendors, parking assistance and many more. The volunteer hours follow:
Friday, April 11, 2008
4pm-8pm
Saturday, April 12, 2008
6am-10am
8am-12pm
10am-2pm
12pm-4pm
2pm-6pm
Complimentary lunch will be provided for all volunteers. If you are interested, please contact Anne at volunteers4ggvf@gmail.com or phone 480 946-5008. Thank-you for your time.
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2008 4th Annual Gilbert Global Village Festival
Gilbert's Global Village Festival is a multi-cultural celebration for all ages. The festival brings neighbors together in a friendly, educational way to learn more about each other. The world is at your doorstep with ethnic food and art and international gifts for sale.
Community members, schools, non-profits and service organizations are invited to join in the fourth annual Gilbert Global Village Festival. This family event highlights some of the traditional and contemporary forms of dance, music, children’s activities, arts & crafts and ethnic foods from countries far away. Our mission is to create opportunities for individuals and communities to celebrate, share and sustain the arts and the rich cultural traditions of countries from around the world.
www.ci.gilbert.az.us/arts/events.cfm
7. THIS WEEK IN IRISH MUSIC
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PHOENIX
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Michael McClanathan will be at the Westin Kirland every evening at sunset.
WED
Oceans Apart will be at the Good Shepherd Villa on Wed.
Paul Knight will host a seisiun at into The Bean on Wed.
Scott Jeffers will be at the Dubliner on Wed
Karl Jones will be at R.T. O’Sullivan’s on Wed
THUR.
Shay Veno will be at the Glendale Library early on Thur and later on at Fibber Magee’s
FRI/SAT
There will be a contradance at the ICC on Fri.
The Biffos will be at the Dubliner on Fri and Sat
Fibber Magee’s will host the Scones on Fri and Sat
Pat McCrossan will be at O’Connor’s on Fri and Sat
Keltic Cowboys will be at Rosie McCaffrey’s on Fri and Sat
Rula Bula will host the Love Brokers on Fri and Sat.
Brazen Heads will be at the Skeptical Chymist on Fri and Sat.
Tim Finnegans will host the Insomniacs on Fri and Sat.
SAT/SUN
There will be a Tartan Day celebration at the Phoenix Mariott on Sat
The Renaissance Faire will host Tartanic, Traveler, Pirate Shantyman and the Bonnie Lass, the Puckerbrush Players, Brighid Black (Caitlyn DeAmbra), Sarah Marie Mullen, Ann Patel, and Patrice Ruane.
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TUCSON
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Jeff Johnson will be at the Auld Dubliner on Thur, Fri, and Sat.
There will be a contradance at the First Methodist Church on Sat
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PRESCOTT
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Karl Jones will be at Celtic Crossings on Sat
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CAMP VERDE
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The Verde Vallye Highland Games will feature Callaghan Howard, Connie Fisher, Crosswind, Iain Walinck, Oceans Apart, Traditional Blend, and Vyktoria Pratt Keating.
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SEDONA
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Karl Jones will be at Zelo Cosi on Sat afternoon and the Martini Bar on Mon evening.
1. PHOENIX
Cave Creek Coffee Company
6033 E. Cave Creek
Cave Creek
480-488-0603
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3/31/2008 | Mon | 6:00 PM
| Rick Cyge
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Dubliner Irish Pub
3841 E. Thunderbird Rd.
Phoenix
602-867-0984
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3/28/2008 | Fri | 9:00 PM
| Biffos (O'Carroll's Gate)
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 9:00 PM
| Biffos (O'Carroll's Gate)
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Fibber Magees
1989 W. Elliott Rd. #19
Chandler
480-722-9434
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3/27/2008 | Thu | 9:00 PM
| Shay Veno
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3/28/2008 | Fri | 9:00 PM
| Scones
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 9:00 PM
| Scones
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3/30/2008 | Sun | 3:00 PM
| Fibber Magee's Sunday Afternoon Seisiun
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Good Shepherd Villa
5848 E. University
Mesa
480-981-0098
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3/26/2008 | Wed | 1:00 PM
| Oceans Apart
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Into the Bean
1710 W. Southern Ave
Mesa
480-890-0579
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3/26/2008 | Wed | 7:30 PM
| Paul Knight
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Irish Cultural Center
1106 N. Central Avenue
Phoenix
602-392-7850
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3/26/2008 | Wed | 7:00 PM
| Contradance at the ICC
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O'Connor's Pub
2601 W. Dunlap
Phoenix
602-997-7714
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3/28/2008 | Fri | 9:00 PM
| Pat McCrossan
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 9:00 PM
| Pat McCrossan
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Phoenix Mariott Mesa Hotel
200 North Centennial
Mesa
480-989-8300
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 6:00 PM
| Tartan Day with Caledonian Society
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R.T. O'Sullivans (Glendale)
5830 W. Bell Rd.
Glendale
602-938-5300
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3/26/2008 | Wed | 8:00 PM
| Karl Jones - Irish Rover
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Renaissance Festival
12601 E. Highway 60
Apache Junction
520-463-2600
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 10:00
| Sarah Marie Mullen
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 10:00
| Tartanic
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 10:00
| Patrice Ruane
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 10:00
| Puckerbrush Players
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 10:00
| Ann Patel
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 10:00
| Pirate Shantyman and the Bonnie Lass
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 10:00
| Arizona Renaissance Festival
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 10:00
| Brighid Black
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 10:00
| Traveler
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3/30/2008 | Sun | 10:00
| Tartanic
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3/30/2008 | Sun | 10:00
| Sarah Marie Mullen
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3/30/2008 | Sun | 10:00
| Brighid Black
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3/30/2008 | Sun | 10:00
| Ann Patel
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3/30/2008 | Sun | 10:00
| Traveler
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3/30/2008 | Sun | 10:00
| Patrice Ruane
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3/30/2008 | Sun | 10:00
| Pirate Shantyman and the Bonnie Lass
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3/30/2008 | Sun | 10:00
| Puckerbrush Players
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3/30/2008 | Sun | 10:00
| Arizona Renaissance Festival
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Rosie McCaffrey's
906 E. Camelback
Phoenix
602-241-1916
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3/28/2008 | Fri | 9:00 PM
| Keltic Cowboys
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 9:00 PM
| Keltic Cowboys
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Rula Bula
401 S. Mill Ave
Tempe
480-929-9500
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3/28/2008 | Fri | 9:00 PM
| Love Brokers
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 9:00 PM
| Love Brokers
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Seamus Mc Caffrey's
18 W. Monroe
Phoenix
602-253-6081
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3/30/2008 | Sun | 7:00 PM
| Seisiun with Sven Henrich
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Skeptical Chymist
15688 N. Pima Ftw
Scottsdale
480-609-8677
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3/28/2008 | Fri | 9:00 PM
| Brazen Heads
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 9:00 PM
| Brazen Heads
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Tim Finnegans
9201 N. 29th Ave. #52
Phoenix
602-997-2323
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3/28/2008 | Fri | 9:00 PM
| Insomniacs
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 9:00 PM
| Insomniacs
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Westin Kierland Resort
6902 E Greenway
Phoenix
480-624-1030
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3/26/2008 | Wed | 5:30 PM
| Michael McClanathan
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3/27/2008 | Thu | 5:30 PM
| Michael McClanathan
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3/28/2008 | Fri | 5:30 PM
| Michael McClanathan
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 5:30 PM
| Michael McClanathan
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3/30/2008 | Sun | 5:30 PM
| Michael McClanathan
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3/31/2008 | Mon | 5:30 PM
| Michael McClanathan
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4/1/2008 | Tue | 5:30 PM
| Michael McClanathan
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Wyndham Phoenix Hotel
50 East Adams
Phoenix
480-217-1806
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 6:00 PM
| Irish Culural Center Gala
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2. TUCSON
Auld Dubliner
800 East University
Tucson
520-206-0323
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3/27/2008 | Thu | 9:00 PM
| Jeff Johnson
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3/28/2008 | Fri | 9:00 PM
| Jeff Johnson
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 9:00 PM
| Jeff Johnson
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3/30/2008 | Sun | 7:00 PM
| Tucson Irish Seisiun
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First Methodist Church - Tucson
915 E. 4th Street
Tucson
520-293-3783
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 7:30 PM
| Tucson Contradance
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Rincon Market
2513 East Sixth St.
Tucson
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4/1/2008 | Tue | 7:00 PM
| Celtic and Old Time Jam
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3. FLAGSTAFF
Uptown Billiards
114 N Leroux St
Flagstaff
928-773-0551
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3/30/2008 | Sun | 7:00 PM
| Flagstaff Irish Jam
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4. PRESCOTT
Celtic Crossings
3250 Gateway Blvd -
Prescott
928-443-8454
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 7:00 PM
| Karl Jones - Irish Rover
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5. REST OF AZ
Camp Verde Highland Games
395 S. Main Street.
Campe Verde
928-657-0535
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 10:00
| Verde Valley Highland Games
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 10:00
| Crosswind
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 10:00
| Vyktoria Pratt Keating
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 10:00
| Connie Fisher
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 10:00
| Callaghan Howard
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 10:00
| Oceans Apart
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 10:00
| Traditional Blend
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 10:00
| Iain Walinck
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Martini Bar
89A at New Frontiers
Sedona
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3/31/2008 | Mon | 9:00 PM
| Karl Jones - Irish Rover
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Zelo Cosi
671 Highway 179
Sedona
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3/29/2008 | Sat | 1:00 PM
| Karl Jones - Irish Rover
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