A chara,

April brings warmer weather, longer days, and new beginnings.Easter is celebrated this year on April 20. Those in America celebrate with church services, egg hunts, and candy. In Ireland, Easter week is a celebration of the resurrection of Christ and a remembrance of the Easter Rising which sought to bring about independence from Britain.

A new beginning for Ireland started with the rebellion in 1916 on Easter Monday. Patrick Pearse read the Proclamation of the Irish Republic that day. It is the only proclamation of its era that mentions women equally, beginning “Irishmen and Irishwomen.” Equality is why the Daughters of Erin was established.

To learn more about the Easter Rising of 1916, visit https://www.irishcentral.com/roots/history/ireland-1916-easter-rising-facts for some interesting facts about the movement.

I look forward to seeing you all at our next meeting, Sunday, April 13. The Board meeting will start at 12:30 pm so that members can vote in the Shamrock Club elections.

Come early. We will make Easter baskets for foster children at 1 pm, then at 1:30 pm we can enjoy a snack and fellowship with friends before the general membership meeting which starts at 2 pm.

Review the March 2025 Meeting Minutes.

Slán go foíll,

Peggy Shanahan

APRIL MEETING

The April meeting begins at 2 pm at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1581 Cambridge Blvd., 43212. Please note we are gathering early to put together Easter baskets, We will make Easter baskets for Franklin County Children's Services at 1 pm. We will also have a few of the charity representatives speaking about their organizations we donated to

Nominations of Officers will also take place.

Hospitality | During the last few meetings, we've had alot of extra food. We have a sign-up sheet for members to bring items and we'll take turns each meeting. Sign up on the April Meeting Sign-up Genius page to bring snacks. Each month there will be a sign-up page. If you have questions, please call 614-962-1291. Thank you, Sheila.

CHARITIES

For April, we are making 75 Easter baskets for Franklin County Children Services. We are in need of candy donations for the baskets. The candy needs to be individually wrapped. We are making the baskets between the board meeting and the regular meeting.



For May, we are collecting for the Blessing Box outside of Trinity Lutheran church. The biggest need is for protein food items, examples noted:

• Bumble Bee Chicken Salad Kit, 3-pack
• Bumble Bee Tuna Salad Kit, 3-pack
• Van De Camp's Beanie Weenies, Regular or Baked, bulk
• Armour Vienna Sausage, Regular or Baked, bulk
• Libby's Chicken Vienna Sausage, bulk
• JIF individual Peanut Butter, 8-count
• Pouches (Chunk light tuna, premium chicken salad, or pulled pork), bulk boxes

Special Need: We have an adopt-a-family from Christmas that has just secured a new home. They are in need of beds. If anyone has a bed in good condition they would like to donate, please let me know.

If you need anything picked up, please contact Cheryl Costello at 614-774-8879. Thank you for your generosity.

NOMINATIONS OF OFFICERS

Interested members in running for office f0r 2025-26 will be nominated at the April meeting. The elected offices are: President, Vice President, Secretary and three board delegates. If you are interested in running for the Board, contact Jean Winters, 614-981-2582.

Nominees should have a bio to read at the April meeting and published in the May newsletter, please email to daughtersoferin@gmail.com.

JUNIOR DIVISION

The Juniors will not be meeting in April but will meet in May before the General Meeting.

Thank you to all that supported, attended and donated to the Bowling Extravaganza. It was a great afternoon of bowling, raffle items, and fun with family and friends.

Thank you, Kelly and Beth, Sylvia, Zoe and Molly

ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT

The Egg Hunt Saturday, April 19, gates open at 11 am. Bring a basket or bag, money for the great raffles (which pays for the party). We provide lunch to all, goody bags and the Shamrock Club's beautiful grounds to hide all those eggs.

If you would like to donate anything for the raffle you can bring it that morning or drop off at the club 614-491-4449 any Tuesday or Thursday 9:30 am-2:30 pm. 

Thank you to everyone who came to stuff eggs March 28! We had 10 tables of 8, always a fund time. Check out the photos on our Facebook page.

If you have any questions call/text Mary, 614-316-8278 or themightymary@gmail.com.

MAY CROWNING



The Daughters of Erin and Ladies Ancient of Order of Hibernians host the 2025 May Crowning, Saturday, May 17 at 11 am at Holy Family Church, 584 West Broad Street, in the Parish Center, behind the church.

All are invited ... bring friends and family!

There is a luncheon immediately after the Rosary and May Crowning.

If you are interested in volunteering to set up and clean up, we'll have more information at the April meeting.

PRAYER LINE

Please keep our members and those on the prayer list in your thoughts and prayers. Please join us in prayer for all across the world affected by disasters and for world peace.

Beth Shelley, Mary Lockwood, Kim Norman, family of Craig Cunningham, Michael Ryan, Joan Shanahan, Carolyn Collins, Dell Koch, Lois O'Reilly, Sharon Cattey, Linda Miller, Mike Koch, Peggy Sexton, David Beickelman; Kathy Burke, Tim Jones, Michelle Steward, Debbie Sherrar & family, Jerry Kimmel, Tom Finn, Todd Frisbee, Tyler Brown, John Byrne, Pat Byrne-Trenor, Eva Witt, Margaret Carter, John Weaver, Patty Somers, Steve Dean, Kathy Morock, Freda Wifford, Bob & Patti Archer, Kelly Tamerlano, John Shanahan, Nancy Longenbaker, Sue Corrova, Mary McGue Schreck, Vince Tantes, Paul Tisdale, Kay Fallon, Ed and MaryKay Moriarity, all who are suffering with cancer, those affected by recent storms and 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 Karen Jones, kkj1126@gmail.com.

IRISH BREAKFAST THANK YOU

The 2025 Irish Breakfast was another success thanks to all who volunteered on Saturday to set up, Sunday to those who volunteered to work through out the day and to those who brought goodies and rowdy raffle baskets! We could not be a success without all of you!

Until next green season…Go Raibh Maith Agat

Donna O’Brien

Police & Fire Emerald Society of Columbus 2025 Fish Fry

Featuring all-you-can-eat fried fire house fish, Potatoes O’Rourke, Cop’s Cole Slaw, Irish Green Beans, O’Mac. & Cheese for the kids and dessert. Friday’s during Lent.

Final Fish Fry, April 11 from 5:30-8 pm, at the Shamrock Club of Columbus, 60 W. Castle Road

Adults $17 and $12 for children under 12. Carryout Available

VOLUNTEER PROJECT

Margie Hess here, I’m looking for folks to assist me with making blankets for Saints Alive homeless mission. You don't have to know how to sew!

If you can donate two (2) hours of your time to the cause, that would help tremendously. It involves cutting off the side knit panels and elastic from the mattress pads and then help lay the pad onto the sheet. It would triple how much I am able to do by saving me from walking around the table straightening out the layers.

I am working on this project for a couple hours each morning. The hotel donated over 500 beds worth of linens! The boxes opened during transport, and they could not utilize them. This is a long-term project.

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So, if you have time and elbow grease, let me know if you want to help, have fun and serve the goals of Saints Alive.

Thank you, Margie Hess

6060 O’Sweeney Lane, Dublin, OH 43016, Hessmargie70@gmail.com or call 330-360-7724

BY-LAWS & CONSTITUTION REVIEW

Every once in a while, it's a good thing to take a look at what you are doing and how you are doing it. The Daughters of Erin By-laws and Constitution are living documents that guide our group with all that we do.

With that in mind, we are asking you to take a critical look at both documents to see if you have any questions, suggested additions or deletions, or any other thoughts about them. We want your feedback! Please send any thoughts to Jean Winters at jmwinters97@hotmail.com. Thank you.

Review the:

• Constitution
• By-Laws

ANNOUNCEMENTS

We want to celebrate special birthdays, work announcements, honors, etc. Please share the details, so we can share and celebrate with you!

APRIL BIRTHDAYS

April 5 - Mary Hayes

April 13 - Hope Boring

April 15 - Beth Shelley

April 22 - Alice Gaughan

April 23 - Erin Feiler

April 28 - Katie Finneran Slattery

If we missed your birthday, please let us know.

2024-25 MEETING SCHEDULE

General Membership Meetings are held on the second Sunday of the month at 2 pm, (unless otherwise indicated) at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1581 Cambridge Boulevard, Columbus 43212

Board & General Meeting Schedule:

Sunday, May 4, Election of Officers

Sunday, June 8

KROGER COMMUNITY REWARDS REMINDER!

Thank you ladies for shopping at Kroger, we continue to receive funds, $100+ this quarter, from YOUR use of the Kroger cards! This money is raised from Kroger Cards registered through Kroger Community Rewards program.

If you shop at Kroger and have a Kroger Card, please register your account so your rewards benefit the Daughters of Erin. The best part is that YOU still receive your Kroger rewards (coupons, fuel perks, etc) but behind the scenes, the Daughters of Erin receives a percentage of what you spend at the Kroger Store. If you don't have a Kroger Card, get one, it benefits both you and the Daughter of Erin!

You can register in store at the Customer Service Desk, the Daughters of Erin organization number is 81910 - or - register online at

https://www.kroger.com/account/enrollCommunityRewardsNow

In the search field, type in Daughters of Erin or enter the organization # 81910. And press SAVE.

Thank you for your support!

CLANN NA NGAEL ACTIVITIES

What's happening in the Irish community? The calendar isn't complete, visit websites or social media sites for events and activities.

April 11, Final 2025 Police & Fire Emerald Society Fish Fry, Shamrock Club

April 11, Trad Night with General Guinness & Friends, Tara Hall

April 12, Quiz Night, Shamrock Club

April 19, 11 am, DOE Easter Egg Hunt, Shamrock Club

April 25, Euchre Tournament, Shamrock Club

April 25, Birthday Night with the Hooligans, Tara Hall

April 26, Irish Cultural Foundation Road Bowling, Hocking Hills

April 26, Shamrock Club Installation of Officers, Shamrock Club

May 3, LAOH Derby Day, Tara Hall, more info to come!

May 4, DOE Meeting & Election of Officers

May 9, Trad Night with General Guinness & Friends, Tara Hall

May 16, Birthday Night with the Hooligans, Tara Hall

May 17, 11 am, May Crowning, Holy Family Community Center

May 23, Bob & Beth Ford, Tara Hall

The Shamrock Club is open every Friday for Happy Hour. Watch the Shamrock Club Facebook page or website for additional events.

Tara Hall is open every Friday featuring music and Birthday Night on the third Friday. Watch the Tara Hall Facebook page or AOH website for entertainment listings.

The Central Ohio branch of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann celebrates Irish music, language and culture. Visit the Columbus Comhaltas website for details.

Check out future events and activities happening with the Clann na nGael organizations.

Visit the Facebook pages: Shamrock Club, Tara Hall, Patrick Pearse Ancient Order of Hibernians, Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians, Greater Columbus Irish Cultural Foundation and the Clann Na nGael.