It was a true celebration of Irish heritage at the School of the Incarnation’s annual Irish Festival held recently at the school. A sea of green filled the hallways, with shamrocks, leprechauns, and pots of “gold” spread throughout making it a fun, family event.

The event was sponsored by the school’s Home & School Association, with Louise Casamento at the helm.

“This is not a fundraiser for us,” she explained. “This is just a way for our school community to come together and have fun.”

Entertainment was provided in Marian Hall where food and drinks from Kilarney House were also provided. From Uilleann Pipes, to the Teelin Irish Dance Company, to Def Leprechaun, the crowd was continually kept thoroughly entertained and in the Irish spirit.

There were other activities throughout the building as well, including games, contests, and face painting. Exhibitors included the Ancient Order of Hibernians and the Anne Arundel County Firefighters’ Emerald Society, and a Scholastic Book Fair was held in the nearby media center.

Ms. Casamento wanted to especially thank the following who assisted with making this event a successful one:  Tom Reinhart (co-chair), Michalle Chervernak, Nancy Kobel, Janys Noladn, Amy Quade, Beth Vaccaro, Sandy Raber, and Jeanne Moore.

To view a photo below, click on the thumbnail. Captions are below. All photos by Laura Tayman for Suburban Scene.

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Angela Galappo announces the dances to be performed by the Teelin Irish Dance Company.

Caroline Bello gets a tasty treat at Dan Malloy's baked goods table.

One of the longest lines of the day was for balloon twists sponsored by Funhouse Magic & Entertainment.

Def Leprechaun band members from Seton Parish include band members:  Tom Morton, Kevin Morton, Paul Beardmore, Scott Wetterau, Brendan Walls, and Deirdre Henry.

Popular bartenders for the day were Bill Ramey, Philip Casanento, and Lori Gentile.

Florence Grierson from Kilarney House serves up some tasty beef & cabbage.

Little Brooke Lewis lends her talent for the mural and coat of arms design activity.

Students were entertained by Irish computer games in the technology lab.

Members of the Teelin Irish Dance Company perform for an appreciative crowd.

Jessica Schmitz does some creative painting on Maddie Skalski.

Bailey Mahr and Bethany Edmondson oversee the shamrock toss game.

Emily Lucas and Zoe Lackey color Irish themed pages.

Angela and Anna Harris enjoy the day.

The game of hot potato entertained SOTI students throughout the day.

Emily Anne Duncan shows her Irish spirit.

The Beale Street Puppets provided a Teddy Bear show for an appreciative audience.

Sue Burgos serves up some delicious beef stew.

Ticket takers Margie Tozzi and Janice Nolan greeted arriving guests.