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As we head into the Fall and Winter there are several great events taking place in the capital region. On Saturday, November 10, the Albany Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH), located at 375 Ontario Street in Albany, NY, will run its annual concert to benefit the AOH "Freedom for All Ireland" Christmas appeal. The featured performers will be Cliudan.
All proceeds go to benefit men and women in the North of Ireland who were political prisoners along with their families. The funds are used for job training and counseling and other services. The Albany AOH is the largest single contributor in the United States.
Tickets are $20, and for more information and to make reservations, contact Mark Kleege at 518-433-7290.
On Friday, December 14, the AOH in Albany will host a New York State AOH fundraiser for Freedom for All Ireland, featuring the music of fan favorites Hair of the Dog!
Reservations are required and all tickets are $20. For tickets and info on this show, contact Liam McNabb at 518-489-1752 or liammcnabb@hotmail.com.
On Friday, February 1/08, the AOH in Albany will host a fundriaser for the benefit of the Irish-American Heritage Museum and Project St. Patrick.
The Museum is the only one of its kind in the US and its mission is to preserve and protect Irish history. Project St. Patrick provides grants to individuals who need assistance and are studying to become priests or nuns. This concert features Hair of the Dog and Greenwich Meantime.
Tickets are $25 or a table of 10 for $200. For information, contact Liam McNabb at 518-489-1752.
Finally on February 9, the AOH will host the Grand Marshall Ball, featuring Celtic Cross, and on February 23, a concert featuring Black 47. Details on these shows will be forthcoming. All shows are at the Albany AOH at 375 Ontario Street in Albany, NY.
'hope you are having a great fall. Happy Halloween!
Details on the 2008 Irish 2000 Festival will be coming soon.
Stay tuned!
Matt Nelligan
President, Irish 2000 Music and Arts Festival
www.irish2000fest.com
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