Come join in the fun of Irish traditions as the Woburn Public Library presents the Merry Minstrels performing music, songs, and dance inspired by the Emerald Isle in "A Musical Celebration of St Patrick's Day".

Vocals and music performed on accordion, bodhran, flute, fiddle, banjo, bass ukelele, concertina, guitar, mandolin, and whistles will include selections spanning the centuries, from traditional Celtic tunes to songs composed in America, inspired by Irish roots. As always, the Merry Minstrels will provide some historical background relating to the songs and invite you to sing along with well-known favorites.   Members of the Lexington Historical Society Dancers will demonstrate lively Ceili dancing, a form of Irish social dance descended from the country dances of the 18th century.

Bring family and friends to enjoy this variety of Irish music and bring your voices - song sheets will be provided for the Sing-Along.

Photo: left to right, front: Shelley Drowns (Waltham), Clare Hurley (Woburn), John Chambers (Waltham), Sheila Foley (Stoneham); back: Darlene Wigton (Woburn), Marie Fagan; missing from photo, Kathy Toujian (Belmont)

Registration is requested, but not required.

Can't come in person?  Watch the livestream on Facebook!