SAVE THE DATES! Hofstra’s 33rd Annual Dutch Family Festival Saturday, May 7, 2016 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Outdoors on the South Campus One of Long Island’s favorite traditions, Hofstra’s 33rd Annual Dutch Family Festival will include more than 50 vendors, children’s activities and food. Join us as we celebrate Hofstra’s Dutch heritage on our campus with a beautiful display of blooming flowers. Center Stage in 2016: “Musicians of the Future” Enjoy young musical talent from Hofstra and our local communities on the main stage, with entertainment co-sponsored by the D’Addario Music Appreciation Initiative.
An Irish menu is being served by Campus Dining by Compass Group. Sliced Corned Beef on Rye Bread with Mustard and Horseradish served with Cole Slaw Irish Sausage Hero with Onions served with Irish Potato Salad
18th Annual
Hot Dogs Pizza Hot Pretzels Candy, Chips Fruit Salad Cups Irish Coffee Irish Soda Bread (sold whole) Cranberry and Maple Scones Irish Clover Cookies Visit the Butterfly Bar next to the concession stand Guinness and Harp (must be 21 years or older; ID is required)
24th Annual Italian Experience Festival Sunday, September 18, 2016 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Outdoors on the South Campus
Sunday, March 6, 2016 11 a.m.-5 p.m. David S. Mack Physical Education Center, North Campus
For general information about Hofstra University’s annual festivals, please call the Festival Hotline at 516-463-6582 or visit hofstra.edu/festivals. You can also follow us on Twitter or like us on Facebook. For sponsorship, advertising and vendor information, please call 516-463-5067 or email festivals@hofstra.edu.
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Schedule of Events 11 a.m.
Festival opens to the public. Master of Ceremonies Tony Jackson, former host of Irish Country on WRHU-88.7 FM, Radio Hofstra University, welcomes the public. Main Stage
11:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.
The Black Velvet Band The Black Velvet Band, featuring Jimmy Walsh, Jimmy Lavin and Mickey Peare, performs traditional Irish music. The group has played with some of the finest entertainers in Ireland and the United States. Main Stage
1-2:30 p.m.
The McLean Avenue Band The McLean Avenue Band – one of Long Island’s most popular Irish bands – is sure to entertain audiences with some Irish favorites. Main Stage
1-1:45 p.m.
Katie’s Puppets Families can enjoy a comedy/puppet show and children’s activities. Dance Studio
2:30-3:30 p.m. The Black Velvet Band Main Stage 3-4 p.m.
Harry the Magician Delight in incredible juggling and magic for all ages. Dance Studio
4-5 p.m.
The Hirten Family Irish Dancers The Hirten Family Irish Dancers includes several national champion dancers recognized by the Irish Dance Association of North America. The group has qualified for and competed in world championships held in Ireland. Main Stage
5 p.m.
50/50 Raffle Drawing Main Stage
Special thanks to Eileen Cronin of the Long Ireland program on WRHU and to our master of ceremonies, Tony Jackson.
Save the Dates We would like to especially thank the following Hofstra departments for their generous collaboration and support: Office of the President Physical Plant Department Department of Public Safety Creative Services Printing and Publications Hofstra Athletics Campus Dining by Compass Group University Relations Office of Event Management Special Exhibitors: Ancient Order of Hibernians, Nassau County Hofstra University Irish Studies Program Irish Family History Forum THE FOLLOWING SPONSOR HAS CONTRIBUTED GREATLY TO THE SUCCESS OF THE IRISH EXPERIENCE FESTIVAL. WE APPRECIATE AND VALUE THEIR CONTINUED SUPPORT: The Butterfly Bar A Unique and Custom Beverage Bar on Wheels! Specializing in Weddings; Engagements; Graduations; Birthdays; Sweet 16s; Anniversaries; and Holiday, Summer and Corporate Events. TheButterflyBar.com
Hofstra University Irish Studies Program presents
Celebrating the Irish Writer and More!
Wednesday, March 16, 2016, 11:15 a.m.-12:40 p.m. Axinn Library, Main Floor, South Campus Warm up for St. Patrick’s Day by reciting a snippet from your favorite reading by an Irish author or with an Irish-related theme. A light lunch will be available, and some Irish step dancing will be performed! This event is co-sponsored and made possible by generous support from Library Services.
Imagining the Future by Celebrating the Past: The Centennial of the Easter Rising
Tuesday, March 22, 2016, 12:45-2:10 p.m. Plaza Room Middle, Mack Student Center, North Campus Drawing from his research on murals and other public symbols on display in West Belfast, Dr. Greg Maney looks at the changing and contested representations of the Easter Rising. He argues that commemorations of the Rising are as much – if not more – about the present and the future than the past. Both events are free and open to the public. For more information, contact Dr. Maureen Murphy at 516-463-6775 or Maureen.O.Murphy@hofstra.edu.
Hofstra Study Abroad in Ireland! Summer 2016 Spend three weeks in Galway on Ireland’s breathtaking Atlantic coast, experience Dublin’s emergence as a global city, and meet community groups working for peace in Northern Ireland. The program offers students the opportunity to: • • • • •
Earn credits toward graduation in a spectacular setting Study contemporary Ireland in the classroom and experience it firsthand Satisfy distribution requirements Learn the Irish language while satisfying the Hofstra Special Language Option Undertake an individual honors option and/or earn HUHC credit
To obtain an application or for further information, please contact Professor Patricia Navarra at Patricia.C.Navarra@hofstra.edu.