Central Ohio's Largest Irish-American Women's Organization
"American by birth, Irish by the grace of God!"
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Hello Ladies of the Daughters of Erin,
We had a great Board meeting planning for the Irish Breakfast and so much more. I'll keep my message short so you can read about all that's happening!
I am looking forward to seeing you all this weekend at the Irish Breakfast, March Meeting and during the coming weeks at Proclamation Day, Saint Patrick's Day, the Egg Hunt, Bowling Extravaganza and more!
Thank you for all you do to support our charities, scholarships and more.
Thank you,
Sharon
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MARCH MEMBERSHIP MEETING
The March meeting is immediately following the Irish Breakfast at Our Lady of Victory Church.
CHARITIES
Thank you for the many donations for the Valentine's Day gifts for West Park nursing home residents in memory of long-time member Ruth Kunkel.
March charities are helping with the Irish Breakfast, goodies and raffle baskets.
We will also assemble Charity Easter Baskets for Franklin County Children's Services, Thursday, March 21 at 5:30 pm.
The Kobacker House used some of the money we donated this year to give gifts to patients there on Valentine's Day ... balloons, flowers and a handwritten note from The Daughters of Erin.
Charities Collections for 2024 Meetings
The tentative collection in April is for Mommies Matter - items TBD.
If you have questions about Charities, please contact Cheryl Costello at 614-774-8879 (text or call) or email cherylcostello@yahoo.com.
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2024 IRISH BREAKFAST
SETUP
We will be setting up, decorating and preparing the meal on Saturday at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Victory.
VOLUNTEERS
Sign up to volunteer at the Irish breakfast on Sign-up Genius. There are many volunteer areas including breads, drinks, servers/bussers, raffle and clean up.
CALLING ALL BAKERS!
It's time to bake soda bread, brown bread, little muffins and breads (zucchini, banana or fruit). If you haven't been to the Irish Breakfast, we serve delicious breads and sweets to go with the hot breakfast. These goodies do NOT have to be homemade. Baked goods can be dropped off the day of the breakfast.
Please bring friends and family to the Daughters of Erin Annual Traditional Irish Breakfast Sunday, March 3, from 9am to 1pm at Our Lady of Victory Church, 1559 Roxbury Road, Columbus, 43212. Tickets are a suggested donation of $15 for adults and $10 for children. The menu includes eggs, potatoes, bacon, sausage, tomatoes, mushrooms, porridge, homemade scones, Irish breads, sweets, juice, tea and coffee.
Columbus Comhaltas will entertain a variety of festive Irish music throughout the breakfast. The Fundraising table will be set up for all your Saint Patrick's Day gifts and more.
Mass times at Our Lady of Victory are 8am and 10am.
There will be a Rowdy Raffle! Please bring donated items Saturday morning or Sunday early. Thank you!
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MEMBER-DONATED CHINA FUNDRAISER
One of the raffle items at the Irish Breakfast will be this beautiful donation. We will also have several baskets as well in the raffle. Come prepared to purchase your tickets!
Bavaria China - Shamrock design
12 dinner plates, 10 salad plates,13 dessert plates, 10 medium bowls, 4 small bowls, 4 teacups, 11 teacup saucers, 6 green goblets, 2 covered serving dishes, 1 gravy boat, and 1 serving bowl.
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2024 DAUGHTERS OF ERIN BADGE
2024 Daughters of Erin badges are $1 each or you can purchase a bag of 10 or 25 badges. The sales support the Saint Patrick's Day parade costs.
If you would like to purchase badges, they will be available the Shamrock Club, Byrne's Pub, March's meeting or by contacting Becky Ellis at 614-262-3643.
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PROCLAMATION DAY
Join officers of the Clann Na nGael organizations Friday, March 8 with Mass at 8:30 am at St. Christopher Parish, 1420 Grandview Ave., Grandview.
Mass is followed by a buffet breakfast at Byrne's Pub, 1248 W. Third Ave., Grandview. The cost for the breakfast is $15 and benefits Get Behind the Badge.
The Proclamation Ceremony, honoring all the organizations honorees, is held at Columbus City Council Chambers. The ceremony begins with the Shamrock Club Pipes and Drums; arrive by 10:45 am.
The ceremony concludes by 11:45 a.m. We will march from City Hall to Broad and High streets for the "Painting of the Green."
We are gathering for lunch at Dempsey's Food & Spirits immediately following the painting of the shamrocks. All are welcome.
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SAINT PATRICK'S DAY
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Saint Patrick's Day Mass is at 10:30 am at Saint Joseph Cathedral
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The parade steps off immediately following Mass on Broad St.
- The Bexley Beat Bus is available for Daughters of Erin members to ride; plan to hop on the bus after Mass.
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Visit the Shamrock Club website for full details and sponsorship information.
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2024 IRISH FAMILY REUNION
The 2024 Shamrock Club Irish Family Reunion is Sunday, March 17 and will be held at the Battelle Grand Ballroom at the Columbus Convention Center, 400 N. High St. Tables are $140 per table of 10. Individual tickets prices are $15 for adults and $8 for children ages 5 to 17. Children 4 and under are free.
Tables are sold on first-come basis. Karen Komatsu (614-565-2776) is coordinating table sales.
Alcoholic beverages are not permitted to be brought in, and coolers will be checked. There will be food available for purchase (more to come on this) AND you may still bring your own food as in past years.
Entertainment is Richens Timm Irish Dance, Dwyer Irish Dance, The Hooligans, Rankin-Holland Irish Dance and Irwin Irish Dance Academy.
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SHAMROCK CLUB SAINT PATRICK'S DAY RAFFLE
Purchase 25 tickets for $10 for a chance to win $10,000, contact Mary Strickland at 614-316-8278.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
We want to celebrate big birthdays, work announcements, honors, etc. Please share the details, so we can share and celebrate with you.
March Birthdays
March 3: Amanda Zurface
March 5: Mary Ann Stebleton
March 7: Karen Jones
March 10: Debbie Lynch
March 15: Patti Ardrey
March 17: Carol McConahay
March 19: Maureen Altier
March 21: Colleen Collins, Mary Ann Williams
March 25: Carolyn Collins, Patricia Thomas
March 27: Karen Fahy, Barbie Blackhall
March 28: Karen Hainer
March 30: Connie Nightwine
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ANNUAL CHILDREN'S EGG HUNT
Thank you to everyone who came out to fill eggs! What a night, we're glad you made it home safe with all the snow! It's always a fun evening and goes quickly with the wonderful group of women and men stuffing the eggs!!
Join us at the Shamrock Club, 60 W. Castle Rd. at 11 am, Saturday March 30. Lunch is hot dogs, punch, chips and goody bags.
- Egg Hunt
- Rowdy Raffle
- Easter goodies
Bring your wallet to purchase tickets for the raffle that supports this party. If you are looking for a great gift for someone, Teresa Conley will be selling her delicious Irish fudge! If you have any questions, call Mary Grady Strickland at 614-316-8278.
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DAUGHTERS OF ERIN COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP
The deadline to apply for this year's College Scholarship is Monday, April 1. It will be awarded at the May meeting. Visit the Daughters of Erin website for full scholarship details.
Contact Kathleen Burke at 614-261-8708 for more information. Mail application materials to: Kathleen Burke, 3275 Milton Ave., Columbus, OH 43202.
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IRISH LIFE EXPERIENCE
The Irish Life Experience is a 25-day cultural academic program offered to American and Canadian high school students (June 30 to July 24, 2024). The Irish Life Experience program consists of a wide variety of classes, workshops and tours based in three locations throughout Ireland.
Request the application via the Irish Life Experience website. There are a number of pages for you to print and complete. Do not use the financial section, we do not require this. Your application must be complete and should include the following: transcript, application, counselor and teacher recommendation form.
Do not send any money. Contact Kathleen Burke at 614-261-8708 Mail the application to: Kathleen Burke, 3275 Milton Ave., Columbus, OH 43202.
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DOE JUNIOR DIVISION
If you have daughters, granddaughters, or nieces who would like to learn more about Irish culture, participate in charitable activities, and make new friends, please reach out to us or bring them to a meeting.
The girls raised $500 this year. Their Clann na nGael honoree is the Brandy N. Mibry Foundation.
The meetings are at the same time as our meeting.
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PRAYER LINE
Please keep our members and those on the prayer list in your thoughts and prayers. Please join us in prayer for peace and for all those who've lost family members across the world.
Bob Archer, Kelly Archer Tamerlano, Ed Kelly, Judy (Mickie) Dildine, Dan Fitzgerald, Rick Ralston, Tim Fallon, Tim and Pat O'Farrell, Sharon Cattey, Misty Morgan, Patricia Furney, Katie Finneran Slattery, Michele Finneran Williams, Mary Finneran, Michele Benjamin, Tim and Karen Jones, Kathy Feiler, Richard Donnelly, Kevin Ganger's granddaughter Allie, Michael Poole, Kim Conley, Toby Betts, Karen Graham, Janet Ott, Eva Havens, Eileen Baesmann, Tim McSweeney, Regan, Dacoda Harmon, Jamie Fahy, Karen Joyce, Tim Robbins, Jim Dempsey, Dianna Ardrey, Chris Sweeney, Carol McConahay, Franklin Tack, Terry Baesmann, Joann McNamara, Paul Tisdale, Kathy Kelly, Clyde Fenton, Karen Franz, Kay Fallon, Ed and MaryKay Moriarity, and all those in need of our prayers.
If you are interested in receiving a call or calling a member to check in from time-to-time, please email Carolyn Collins at collinscarolyn07@gmail.com.
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April 14
May 19 - Meeting & Election of Officers
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MEMBERSHIP DUES
Annual membership dues are $10 for Junior members (under 18 years of age) and $20 for Regular members (ages 18-79).
Honorary members, age 80 and over, please confirm your information with Peggy McCathran. She will have the applications to review.
Dues can be paid by mailing a check made out to Daughters of Erin (please spell out on the check) to: Peggy McCathran, 3012 E. Mound St., Columbus, OH, 43209 or call Peggy with questions at 614-235-2969.
If any of your contact information has changed, please include it with your check.
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PICNIC WITH THE POPS TBDBITL RAFFLE
Tickets are on sale this weekend at the Irish Breakfast and the drawing is July 13 at the Shamrock Club Music Festival. Check with family and friends for a chance for a table of 10 at the Columbus Commons.
Contact Becky Ellis to purchase tickets at 614-262-3643.
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BLUE JACKETS IRISH NIGHT
Bring family and friends for Irish Heritage night at Nationwide Arena for the Columbus Blue Jackets hockey game, 7 pm, Thursday, March 14.
Each ticket includes an exclusive CBJ scarf, a donation to the Daughters of Erin and a chance to win prizes!!
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ANNUAL DOE BOWLING EXTRAVAGANZA
SAVE THE DATE: Friday, April 12
Lane Assignments 6:30 pm | Bowling Starts 7:00 pm AND door prizes and a rowdy raffle! Donations of items are accepted.
$100 per 4-person team, includes 3 games & shoes.
HP Lanes, 2012 Innis Road, Columbus 43224
Contact Peggy Shanahan to register, see details on the poster.
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EMMET CAHILL CONCERT
Wednesday, March 13, there is a concert by internationally acclaimed, Irish tenor Emmet Cahill at St. Matthew the Apostle Church in Gahanna. Enjoy Irish tunes, church songs and classic Broadway tunes.
The event is co-sponsored by the Irish Cultural Foundation. Proceeds benefit St. Matthew Charitable Works and SPICE programs.
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50th ANNIVERSARY PLANNING MEETING
It's time to start planning the Daughters of Erin 50th Anniversary Celebration coming in 2028.
Contact Peggy Fahy with questions 614-203-7179.
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CLANN NA NGAEL UPDATES
There are so many things happening in the Irish Community. The websites and Facebook pages are linked below.
March 1, Birthday Night, 8-10 pm, Tara Hall
March 3, Irish Breakfast, 9 am-1 pm, Our Lady of Victory
March 8, Proclamation Day Mass, 8:30 am, Saint Christopher
March 8, Get Behind the Badge Breakfast, 9:30 am, Byrnes Pub
March 8, Proclamation Day Ceremony, 10:45 am, City Hall
March 8, Mossy Moran, 8 pm, Shamrock Club
March 8, Willowbea & Mollys, 3-6 pm, Tara Hall
March 8, The Kells, 7:30 pm, Tara Hall
March 11, Irishman of the Year Party, 6:30 pm, $5 for members, $10 general public
with Derek Warfield and the Young Wolfetones at Byrnes Pub
March 17, Saint Patrick's Day Mass, 10:30 am, St. Joseph Cathedral
March 17, Saint Patrick's Day Parade, immediately following Mass
March 17, Irish Family Reunion, 1 pm, Columbus Convention Center
March 17, Ladies of Longford, 7 pm, Shamrock Club
March 17, Oxbow String Co. & Mad Maudlin, Tara Hall
March 21, Assemble Charity Easter Baskets, 5 pm, Shamrock Club
March 30, DOE Egg Hunt, 11 am, Shamrock Club
April 12, DOE Bowling Extravaganza, HP Lanes
May 18, May Crowning, 11 am, Holy Family Church
The Central Ohio branch of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann celebrates Irish music, language and culture. Visit the Columbus Comhaltas website for details.
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The Daughters of Erin
P.O. Box 1912
Columbus, Ohio 43216-1912
Copyright © March 2024. All rights reserved.
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