Irish Heritage Day
March 16th, 2008
Grand Ballroom, Isle of Capri
Bettendorf, Iowa
(Map)
"To provide an opportunity for all who support Irish culture to experience Irish music, dance and song. To enjoy good fellowship, and expand our knowledge and appreciation of the Irish culture, as we pass it on to those who bury us." Bernie Gilhooly, November 6, 1995.
The Mullane-Healy-O'Brien Irish Dance Academy
Again, we would like to thank the Riverboat Development Authority and the Scott County Regional Authority for their most recent donation to further enhance the next Irish Heritage Day!
Every year on Irish Heritage Day the Bernard A. Gilhooly Award is presented to someone who promotes Irish culture. This year's winner is Michael Romkey, associate managing editor of The Dispatch/Argus, novelist, musician and volunteer. See our past winners.
Irish Heritage Day was founded as a day to "Pass it On". Bernie Gilhooly conceived the idea so that we might pass on our culture and heritage to next generations.
Questions about Irish Heritage Day?
Call 563-323-6426
Irish Heritage Day will feature the Mullane-Healy-O'Brien Irish Dance Academy kicking their heels to traditional Irish music. There will be an expansive display of Irish culture and Irish history. There also promises to be more children's activities than ever. This is a family day, so come and bring the clan and share our culture!
Click to view some Irish Historical Links
Click the map to see the areas in which the Irish first settled in the the Quad City area: