Shamrocks and Sunshine: Irishfest 2024 in Roswell, Georgia

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The Roswell Cultural Arts Center Hosted IrishFest Atlanta 2024, this November

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The two-day event featured a host of performances and activities. There was something for every member of the family.

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Many families, like the McCay's, came dressed in their best plaid prints and traditional Irish clothing.

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There were plenty of fun crafts and activities for the children, such as face painting.

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Tig, an artist at the festival, taught neuroscience for over 30 years. Upon retiring, he took up creating everyday items such as charcuterie boards and clocks from gleaming polished wood and brightly colored resin.

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John (left) and Mike (right) attend many festivals to sell their wood turning creations. John taught Mike about this hobby almost four years ago, and now they enjoy it together.

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The Consulate General of Ireland in Atlanta also had a table at the festival. They were there to offer their services promoting Irish economic interests and aiding Irish citizens with legal information and resources.

The next IrishFest will be held at the same location, November 7 - 9, 2025. click here to be redirected to the official website for more details