Saturday, August 29th
Jessenland Irish Festival kick-off concert featuring Dòrain
Beer garden, silent auction, and raffle will also be open. |
Dorain
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Sunday, August 30th
Hannah Flowers
Kyle Shiely
It Is Well Coffee
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Release the Craicen
Brick House Meats
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The fun continues with a full day of food, drink & Irish music along with some great presentations starting at 9 am!
* Coffee & treats by It Is Well Coffee
* Food by Brick House Meats
* Music & stories by harpist Hannah Flowers
* Irish history by historian Tim Madigan
* Irish storytelling by author & scholarJames Silas Rogers
* The Jessenland Documentary presented by journalist Kyle Shiely
* Irish music by Release the Craicen on the main stage
Plus:
Irish dancers
Silent Auction
Raffle
Stay tuned for updates!
We are looking for:
* Volunteers
* Vendors
* Silent auction items
* Entertainers
* Historians & presenters
If you are interested in any of these, please complete this form and we will be in touch https://forms.gle/2yEWR4eQBi3EwzKd6
* Coffee & treats by It Is Well Coffee
* Food by Brick House Meats
* Music & stories by harpist Hannah Flowers
* Irish history by historian Tim Madigan
* Irish storytelling by author & scholarJames Silas Rogers
* The Jessenland Documentary presented by journalist Kyle Shiely
* Irish music by Release the Craicen on the main stage
Plus:
Irish dancers
Silent Auction
Raffle
Stay tuned for updates!
We are looking for:
* Volunteers
* Vendors
* Silent auction items
* Entertainers
* Historians & presenters
If you are interested in any of these, please complete this form and we will be in touch https://forms.gle/2yEWR4eQBi3EwzKd6
Raffle
1st Prize - Quilt donated by Ann Peterson and crafted especially for the Jessenland Irish Festival by Shirley Capistran (Value = $600)
2nd Prize - $400 cash
3rd Prize - $300 cash
4th Prize - $200 cash
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A message from the quilt creators:
Every quilt has a story…
After attending an Irish Festival in Jessenland, my daughter suggested that we should make a quilt to be sold as a fundraiser for the church. We choose the pattern which is called “Double Irish Chain”, and the colors represent the colors of Ireland’s flag.
My family has a strong connection to St Thomas Church, Jessenland. My great-great-grandfather, Thomas Madden, helped build the existing church in 1870. Thomas died in April, 1871 and is believed to be the first funeral from the existing building. My parents were married at this church in 1946. I have several relatives buried in the church cemetery.
I hope whoever wins the quilt will enjoy knowing the story.
Every quilt has a story…
After attending an Irish Festival in Jessenland, my daughter suggested that we should make a quilt to be sold as a fundraiser for the church. We choose the pattern which is called “Double Irish Chain”, and the colors represent the colors of Ireland’s flag.
My family has a strong connection to St Thomas Church, Jessenland. My great-great-grandfather, Thomas Madden, helped build the existing church in 1870. Thomas died in April, 1871 and is believed to be the first funeral from the existing building. My parents were married at this church in 1946. I have several relatives buried in the church cemetery.
I hope whoever wins the quilt will enjoy knowing the story.
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Join us for a night under the beautiful Jessenland sky!
WCCO meteorologist Mike Lynch will be our guide as we discover the universe! He will have everything we need to view the stars but if you have your own equipment you are free to bring it! The event is free and open to the public. Donations are always welcomed and appreciated. Doors open at 7 pm with treats & refreshments. Meet Mike Lynch: A Minnesota native and WCCO Radio meteorologist for over 30 years, Mike Lynch is famous for broadcasting live in -60°F weather. When he’s not tracking storms, he’s a passionate astronomer who has spent four decades hosting star parties and writing stargazing guides for most of North America. An award-winning author and "Starwatch" columnist, Mike’s mission is simple: helping you make the stars your old friends. He lives in Eagan with his family. |
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