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Lá Fhéile Pádraig sona duit! Happy Saint Patrick's Day to you!

The Green Season is in full swing! Sunday, March 1, we served 350 people at our Irish Breakfast, then spent Monday, March 2, meeting Cliodhna O'Sullivan who introduced us to her first novel, Her Hidden Fire. Friday, March 6, we celebrated Proclamation Day in Downtown Columbus and recruited several new members along the way. View photos on our Facebook page.

Wednesday, March 11, we will visit Fado Easton for the Perfect Pour contest and thank them for the meat they donated to the Irish Breakfast.

• Guinness is doing a Ripple Event, arrive 5:30 pm. Get pictures on your pints!
• Bring a photo and have it printed on the top of your Guinness
• Perfect Pint contest. Sign-ups start 6 pm. 
• “Split the G” contest

Then, the countdown to the BIG DAY! Saturday, March 14 in Dublin, Ohio and Tuesday, March 17 in Columbus, Ohio.

We're so excited to share in the Dublin and Columbus Saint Patrick's Day parades! Margie Hess, Jessica Hedgecock, Sheila Hively, and the Parade Committee have been building an amazing parade float and costumes to highlight the Pirate Queen Grace O'Malley. View her amazing story on the homepage of our website.

Itineraries for the St. Patrick's parades are below. Come join us if you can.

We still have tickets available for the Irish Family Reunion to purchase. Contact me if you need some at 614-323-6941 cell.

There are many other Green Season activities around the area, sponsored by our Clann na nGael organizations. The full calendar can be found at the bottom of this newsletter. Pace yourselves! I look forward to spending time with you all.

Slán go foíll,

Peggy Shanahan

DUBLIN SAINT PATRICK'S DAY PARADE

Saturday, March 14

Line Up on Metro North - Yellow #11

9:30 AM - Float Arrival

10:00 AM - Walkers Arrival

The Parade begins at 11 a.m. in Metro Center and ends on South High Street near Waterford Drive in Historic Dublin.

• All members participating in this parade must walk, unless they prearrange a ride on the float. There will be no cars to transport members. There are designated parking areas. Arrive early to get to our position on time.


Visit the parade website for additional information, scroll down for Human Shamrock details.

Also, Visit Dublin Ohio is hosting a world record for the Largest Human Shamrock

• Head to Riverside Crossing Park immediately following the St. Patrick’s Day Parade for a chance to make history! Visit Dublin, Ohio, is inviting residents and visitors to help set a world record for the Largest Human Shamrock on Saturday, March 14, at 1:30 p.m.

2026 SAINT PATRICK'S DAY PARADE

Member of the Year Marcia Springer has volunteered to be Grace O'Malley in the parade. There are many costumes available for those interested in marching in the Saint Patrick's Day Parade in costume. Columbus Saint Patrick's Day Details:

• 8-8:45 am - Bexley Beat Bus shuttles will run from Nationwide Boulevard in front of the Convention Center to Neilston & Naghten. $1 per rider, PLUS a Shamrock Club badge. Tips to the driver strongly encouraged.
• 9 am - Procession to St. Patrick’s Church - Intersection of Neilston & Naghten. Please arrive by 8:45 am
• 9:30 am - Mass at St. Patrick’s Church
• 10-11 am: Parade Check-in Point: the parade entries should report to the check in area. The check in point is on West Broad Street and McDowell streets (near the old Spaghetti Warehouse). There will be Parade Marshals there to let you know where to line up for the parade.

Click on the link for the St. Patrick’s Day Mass live streamed at St. Patrick Church.

After Mass, busses will take everyone at Mass from the church to the parade staging area.

11:30 am - The parade steps off - from Broad and McDowell street and heads East on Broad Street, North on High Street, and end at the Columbus Convention Center, Battelle Hall.

Shamrock Club website for Saint Patrick's Day event information.

Irish Family Reunion - We still have tickets available for purchase. Contact Peggy Shanahan if you need some at 614-323-6941 cell.

• 8-10 am - The Convention Center, Battelle Hall, doors are open for table decorating and cooler drop off. No balloons.
• 11 am - Battelle Hall Doors Open

You may bring your own food to enjoy but no alcoholic beverages are permitted to be brought in by guests. Coolers will be checked by Convention Center staff upon entry. Waivers were signed stating that no alcohol will be brought into the Convention Center. If you are found to have brought alcohol inside, you risk being banned from purchasing any future Irish Family Reunion tickets.

• Introduction of Shamrock Club Officers
• 1:00 pm - Irwin Academy of Irish Dance
• 1:35 pm - The Hooligans
• 2:40 pm - Rankin Holland Irish Dance Academy
• 3:10 pm - Ladies of Longford
• 4:30 pm - Half & Half Raffle Drawing

PRAYER LINE

Please keep our members and those on the prayer list in your thoughts and prayers. Join us in praying for kindness and peace in the world, as well as for all those we have promised to pray for.

Please pray for member Teresa Harris and family whose husband Bill Harris passed away. View the obituary, Friday, March 13.

Bobby Basbagil, Scioto Community Room 422, 433 Obetz Rd., Columbus, Ohio 43207

Please pray for the following: Sarah, daughter of Pat & Diane Kelly, Evan Hively, Mady Phillips and child, Sharon Tantes, Bob Basbagill, Nancy Longenbaker, Tim Jones, Chris McKenzie, Mike Koch, Carolyn Collins, Jane McEvoy, Betty Moore, Matt Locklear, Zachary Hardie, Morey Brady, Valerie Del Monaco, Terri Merriman, Becky Ellis, Lindsay Archer, Patti Heinl, Paula Quinlan-Appel, Alex Rogers, Julia Mitchell, Kathy Burke, Joan Shanahan, Sharon Cattey, Linda Miller, Bob and Patti Archer, Kelly Tamerlano, Ed and Mary Kay Moriarity, and all those suffering from cancer.

If you have a prayer request or would like to receive a call, or check in on a member from time to time, please email Sandee Murphy at samurphy711@gmail.com.

MEMBERSHIP

Membership is open to all women with a genuine interest in Irish culture. The Daughters of Erin provides its members the opportunity to strengthen their Irish cultural ties and to make lasting friendships. Members receive our monthly newsletter "Echo of Erin" which covers all Irish community events and organization news.

To vote in the May election dues must have been paid one month before the election.

Annual membership dues

Junior: under 18 years of age - $10.00

Regular: 18-79 years of age- $20.00

Honorary: 80 years of age and over - free

Apply and Pay Online

• Complete the application online and pay online.

Or bring a check to any of our events.

Download the application and print the form.

PARLIAMENTARIAN UPDATE

NOMINATIONS OF OFFICERS

Interested members 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 at jmwinters97@hotmail.com.

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

CONSTITUTION & BY-LAW REVISIONS
We are reviewing and revising the Constitution and By-laws and will vote on the changes at the May Meeting.

Review the suggested changes.

• Constitution
• By-laws

ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT

The Egg Hunt Saturday, April 4, 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 Feb. 20! Check out the photos on our Facebook page.

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

SHAMROCK CLUB ENTERTAINMENT

Live entertainment at the Shamrock Club at the St. Patrick's Day Preview Party on Saturday, March 14.

Molly Roison is performing on Saint Patrick's Day Tuesday, March 17 at 5 pm. Doors open at 4 pm. There is a $5 cover charge.

SHAMROCK CLUB SAINT PATRICK'S DAY RAFFLE

Purchase 25 tickets for $10 for a chance to win $10,000.

Tickets are available at the Shamrock Club or purchase tickets online.

FINAL CALL – DEADLINE FAST APPROACHING

The Irish Life Experience is a 26-day summer program introducing North American students to the characteristics and qualities of Irish life. This year’s program is from June 28-July 23, 2026 and consists of a wide variety of classes, workshops, and tours based in a variety of locations throughout Ireland. 

Each year, the Daughters of Erin, the Shamrock Club, and the Greater Columbus Irish Cultural Foundation sponsor one student to participate in this program and pays nearly all expenses.

Deadline to apply: Wednesday, April 1, 2026. 

For full details, visit both: https://www.daughtersoferin.org/irish-life-experience.html and https://irishlifeexperience.com/ for full details. 

DOE COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP FOR SCHOLASTIC EXCELLENCE

Annual scholarship is $3,000 to be awarded to one (1) recipient. The 2026 scholarship deadline is Wednesday, April 1.

CRITERIA FOR APPLICATION

• Must be a member of the Daughters of Erin for over one year and in good standing.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the goals and mission of The Daughters of Erin through their active service. 
• Have a 3.0 GPA or above.
• Demonstrate service to their school and community.
• Must be a full-time student pursuing either a two or four-year undergraduate college degree.

APPLICATION MATERIALS


Applicants must submit the following:

1. A copy of your most recent high school or college transcript, sent to the Scholarship Committee directly from the school.
2. Two letters of recommendation. At least one letter must be from a teacher, clergy, or employer.
3. A typed cover letter to the Scholarship committee.
4. An essay regarding why you deserve the scholarship.
5. Mail your application materials before the deadline to: Karen Jones, 2335 Faraday Blvd., Grove City, OH 43123 or items may be emailed to: kkj1126@gmail.com.

Applicants will be asked to schedule an interview with the selection committee, if deemed necessary.

2026 MEETING SCHEDULE

General Membership Meetings are at 2 pm on the second Sunday of the month, unless otherwise indicated. We gather beginning at 1:30 pm for social time.

Location:

Trinity United Methodist Church, 1581 Cambridge Boulevard, Columbus 43212

Our Board & General Meeting Schedule:

Wednesday, April 8 and Sunday, April 12

Wednesday, April 29 and Sunday, May 3, Election of Officers

Wednesday, June 3 and Sunday, June 7

COLUMBUS HOSTS INTERNATIONAL DISCUSSION ON IRISH UNITY

Review Michael Mentel's article in the iIrish magazine.

The Seven Last Words of Christ is a free concert. RSVP on the Our Lady of Victory Concert Series website. Member Katie Slattery is singing in the choir.

CLANN NA NGAEL ACTIVITIES

What's happening in the Irish community? The calendar is as complete as possible, updates will be added as we get them. Visit websites or social media sites for updated events and activities.

Friday, March 13, 5:30 pm, Emerald Society Fish Fry, Shamrock Club

Friday, March 13, 8 pm, Trad Night with Trad 5, Tara Hall

Saturday, March 14, 2-11 pm, St. Patrick's Day Preview Party, Shamrock Club

Tuesday, March 17, Mass and Saint Patrick's Day Parade & Irish Family Reunion

Tuesday, March 17, Saint Patrick's Day with Mad Maudlin and The Hooligans, Tara Hall

Tuesday, March 17, 5 pm, Saint Patrick's Day with Molly Roison at the Shamrock Club

Friday, March 20, 5:30 pm, Emerald Society Fish Fry with Columbus Comhaltas, Shamrock Club

Friday, March 20, 7 pm Potluck, 8 pm, Birthday Night with the Hooligans, Tara Hall

Thursday, March 26, 8-10 pm, Pub Choir with Molly Roison, Shamrock Club

Friday, March 27 5:30 pm: Emerald Society Fish Fry, Shamrock Club

Friday, March 27, 6:30 pm, Euchre in the Pub, Shamrock Club, RSVP information - Upstairs

Saturday, April 4, 11 am, Easter Egg Hunt, Shamrock Club

Saturday, April 11, 6 pm, Clann Na nGael Irish Darts, Shamrock Club

The Shamrock Club is open every Friday for Happy Hour. Watch the Shamrock Club Facebook page or website for additional events. You must be a Pub member to purchase alcohol.

Tara Hall is open every Friday, featuring music and Birthday Night on the third Friday. Watch the Tara Hall Facebook page or the 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 Clann Na nGael.