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Family Celtic Day is Back and will be
Presenting an Enhanced Educational Progam this year!!
Presenting an Enhanced Educational Progam this year!!
Golden Bough
For over 30 years, Golden Bough has been bringing their music into elementary schools, offering students the opportunity
to enjoy the wealth of folk music from Ireland, America and around the world. Following their introductory assembly,
where the children are acquainted with the group's collection of musical instruments and are given a basic understanding of folk music,
Golden Bough often returns to present a follow -up program. Golden Bough is also available for concert performances at
Children's & family festivals and in concert. Their program can be tailored to the particular event.
More Info Here
Hammer Hands with Scott Williams
Scott has been considering starting lessons out of his home in Lake Forest in South Orange County or at student's homes depending on where Scott is performing. Scott is now a sales representative for MasterWorks hammered dulcimers, so quality instruments can be purchased or rented directly from Scott.
Teaching out of his home will allow Scott more control over instruction and will allow him better access to music books, the internet, amplification equipment, and tuners for better instruction.
Children are especially drawn to the hammered dulcimer whenever Scott performs on it. Sign up your child for a unique musical experience. Scott insists that a parent or adult be present during home lessons.
Lion Harp with Aryeh Franfurter
Aryeh will entertain you with his fiddle, Harp and a Swedish Nyckelharpa a "keyed fiddle." If you would like to know more about this rare and amazing Instrument come out and sit under the big oak tree for a world class show.
Highland Bagpipes with George Harcrow
A Member of Callanish Pipe Band will play and talk about the bagpipes.
The Callanish Pipe Band serves as the Stanislaus County Sheriff's Honor Guard Pipes and Drums. They've played for the Sheriff's Regional Training Center Academy Graduation ceremony, funerals, graduations, parades, major and minor league sporting events, and other special activities including the annual Blue Mass, a ceremony sponsored by the Knight's of Columbus, honoring the men and women of all First Responders (Police, Fire, Paramedics, and Sheriff’s Department). The Blue Mass brought together multiple pipe bands that played to honor those in uniform. We are proud to provide this service to those who keep us safe.
For over 30 years, Golden Bough has been bringing their music into elementary schools, offering students the opportunity
to enjoy the wealth of folk music from Ireland, America and around the world. Following their introductory assembly,
where the children are acquainted with the group's collection of musical instruments and are given a basic understanding of folk music,
Golden Bough often returns to present a follow -up program. Golden Bough is also available for concert performances at
Children's & family festivals and in concert. Their program can be tailored to the particular event.
More Info Here
Hammer Hands with Scott Williams
Scott has been considering starting lessons out of his home in Lake Forest in South Orange County or at student's homes depending on where Scott is performing. Scott is now a sales representative for MasterWorks hammered dulcimers, so quality instruments can be purchased or rented directly from Scott.
Teaching out of his home will allow Scott more control over instruction and will allow him better access to music books, the internet, amplification equipment, and tuners for better instruction.
Children are especially drawn to the hammered dulcimer whenever Scott performs on it. Sign up your child for a unique musical experience. Scott insists that a parent or adult be present during home lessons.
Lion Harp with Aryeh Franfurter
Aryeh will entertain you with his fiddle, Harp and a Swedish Nyckelharpa a "keyed fiddle." If you would like to know more about this rare and amazing Instrument come out and sit under the big oak tree for a world class show.
Highland Bagpipes with George Harcrow
A Member of Callanish Pipe Band will play and talk about the bagpipes.
The Callanish Pipe Band serves as the Stanislaus County Sheriff's Honor Guard Pipes and Drums. They've played for the Sheriff's Regional Training Center Academy Graduation ceremony, funerals, graduations, parades, major and minor league sporting events, and other special activities including the annual Blue Mass, a ceremony sponsored by the Knight's of Columbus, honoring the men and women of all First Responders (Police, Fire, Paramedics, and Sheriff’s Department). The Blue Mass brought together multiple pipe bands that played to honor those in uniform. We are proud to provide this service to those who keep us safe.
Musical Programs
History Programs
Living History Village
Living History is a walk through the life and time of the Celtic people and their neighbors in trade and war.
1500A.D.
Dark Boar (The The Norsemens)
We now know as early as 1500bc the Scandinavians were exchanging goods across the North Sea with the peoples of Ireland, and England. By the first century they were trading with the Romans. The fifth century found them hosting foreign merchants at bustling Scandinavian market towns.
1600A.D.
Tuathui Niall
16th Century Irish Life wrapped up in a encampment.
Brunetta Black Smithing
Demos on the early age of iron all day long.
Royal Order of Scots
St. Andrew's is a non-profit guild re-enacting the court of Mary Queen of Scotland and the Isles at various Renaissance Faires and Festivals throughout Northern California. We also have a Youth Outreach Program where we bring history to life for students studying the Renaissance.
Come and see the Queen!
Living History is a walk through the life and time of the Celtic people and their neighbors in trade and war.
1500A.D.
Dark Boar (The The Norsemens)
We now know as early as 1500bc the Scandinavians were exchanging goods across the North Sea with the peoples of Ireland, and England. By the first century they were trading with the Romans. The fifth century found them hosting foreign merchants at bustling Scandinavian market towns.
1600A.D.
Tuathui Niall
16th Century Irish Life wrapped up in a encampment.
Brunetta Black Smithing
Demos on the early age of iron all day long.
Royal Order of Scots
St. Andrew's is a non-profit guild re-enacting the court of Mary Queen of Scotland and the Isles at various Renaissance Faires and Festivals throughout Northern California. We also have a Youth Outreach Program where we bring history to life for students studying the Renaissance.
Come and see the Queen!
All Education logos clip art was created
by Mark A. Hicks, illustrator.
from: Discoveryschool.com
by Mark A. Hicks, illustrator.
from: Discoveryschool.com
Educational and Anti-drug Programs
Young minds are fascinated by the images of powerful knights and beautiful ladies. Nothing captures their attention and imagination like having the Imperial Knights bring these images to life right in front of them. We can bring our show to your location and tailor it to fit any field or multi-purpose room.
Imperial Knights' educational programs bring history to life! Nothing get's students involved like having characters right out of their textbook speaking and answering their questions. In accordance with grade level standards we give an educational presentation complete with demonstrations and authentic tools.
Our Anti-drug show helps give kids the courage to "Just Say No" by inspiring them to follow their dreams in a unique and unforgettable way! While many other programs can have trouble getting through, students of all ages connect with our show's message.
Young minds are fascinated by the images of powerful knights and beautiful ladies. Nothing captures their attention and imagination like having the Imperial Knights bring these images to life right in front of them. We can bring our show to your location and tailor it to fit any field or multi-purpose room.
Imperial Knights' educational programs bring history to life! Nothing get's students involved like having characters right out of their textbook speaking and answering their questions. In accordance with grade level standards we give an educational presentation complete with demonstrations and authentic tools.
Our Anti-drug show helps give kids the courage to "Just Say No" by inspiring them to follow their dreams in a unique and unforgettable way! While many other programs can have trouble getting through, students of all ages connect with our show's message.
Vendor Programs
Family History Surnames with Heritage Crest
This is a unique opportunity to look up your family name with their vast ancestral research data base. Find your family crest or clan badge with this great vendor.
Celtic Clothing Kilts and Tartans
This vendor has many textiles so you can look fashionable wile proudly wearing your Family's Kilt or Fly.
Fawnridge Arts (The History of Games and Game Boards)
Talks about the history of games that you many have seen and taken for granted.
This is a unique opportunity to look up your family name with their vast ancestral research data base. Find your family crest or clan badge with this great vendor.
Celtic Clothing Kilts and Tartans
This vendor has many textiles so you can look fashionable wile proudly wearing your Family's Kilt or Fly.
Fawnridge Arts (The History of Games and Game Boards)
Talks about the history of games that you many have seen and taken for granted.
1700 A.D.
Rodgers Rangers Come and learn about the life of a Scottish solders with the use of black gun powder in the Colonial wars. So polish your musket and let the cannon balls fly!
Much more is coming out to the show!
Rodgers Rangers Come and learn about the life of a Scottish solders with the use of black gun powder in the Colonial wars. So polish your musket and let the cannon balls fly!
Much more is coming out to the show!
Plus Performing Arts
Stage shows by:
Gypsy time Travelers an Educational Blacksmith show
Kondor Brothers
Mountain Mischief
More info Here!
Gypsy time Travelers an Educational Blacksmith show
Kondor Brothers
Mountain Mischief
More info Here!
Archery for the kids
Medieval Midway Games
for the whole Family
The Celtic Art Contest is
Back!
Clans And Schools Program
If you're Scottish or Irish Decent
you can find out more about your
family heritage at one of the many
Clan Tents and get a lesson from
one of the clan historians.
Only $1
a play for great Prizes!
a play for great Prizes!
Are you looking for an escape? Chosen by C.M. Reber
delves into an intricate story of the cross between two
worlds: the real world and a fantasy world known as Ýsryiia.
Complete with its own unique language developed by the
author, Chosen interlaces several genres of fantasy fiction
into one all-embracing novel.
More Info about her Here!
More Info about her Here!
Special Guest Author C.M. Reber
All Weekend for Book Signings!
All Weekend for Book Signings!
Story Theater brings new relevance to the ancient art storytelling, as Victoria
Goring creates new stories live from children's suggestions. Each story is a
fresh new journey into imagination, with positive messages and guaranteed
surprises all weekend long!
NO ALCOHOL!
NO RISQUÉ CLOTHING!
Family Day is a
Event