In celebration of D&R Greenway Land Trust’s work to preserve the green in our local communities – back by popular demand – Voices Chorale N.J. is bringing Irish music and dancing to a benefit for both organizations just in time for St. Patrick’s Day on Friday, March 15, from 6 to 9 p.m. at D&R Greenway’s Johnson Education Center, 1 Preservation Place, Princeton.
The Parnell Irish Band will entertain with guitar, drums and fiddle, providing lots of Irish music with vocals to engage the crowd in group singing. Irish jokes and stories will add to the fun as well as a unique opportunity to kick up your heels and learn the art of Irish Country Dancing.
Guests are encouraged to wear green and experience a pub-style setting while enjoying beer, wine and a light pub supper. The festivities will include a Silent Auction of unique items to support Voices Chorale N.J. Weather permitting, guests will be invited to gather outside on the patio for an Irish singalong by the firepit.
“It’s easy to be green at this special event! D&R Greenway’s protection of over 22,000 acres of land keeps 40 shades of green in our Garden State. I can’t think of anything more fitting than to celebrate that bounty with an Irish festival of singing and camaraderie!” says D&R Greenway President & CEO, Linda Mead. Only 75 seats are available. By the “luck ‘o the Irish” be among the first come, first served and reserve your party’s seats now.
Imagine yourself regaled by music and laughter throughout the evening, capped by a procession to a bluestone terrace where a firepit will light the night as you join in lyrical celebration. According to past participants, this will be a magical moment to remember.
Voices Board of Directors President and choir member Jane Read says “Voices is excited to continue our partnership with D&R Greenway with this event. We look forward to sharing our music and enjoying the evening with friends old and new.”
Voices Chorale NJ is a non-profit, member-run, auditioned chorus based in Hopewell, NJ, which includes singers from central New Jersey and southeastern Pennsylvania under the direction of Dr. David A. McConnell. The mission of Voices Chorale NJ is to bring outstanding music to the public, inspire audiences, and provide performance opportunities for singers and local musicians. Voices sponsors a Young Composers Project for children from ages 5 – 12. https://www.voiceschoralenj.org. Follow Voices on Facebook and Instagram.
D&R Greenway Land Trust is an accredited nonprofit that has reached a milestone of over 22,000 acres of land preserved throughout central New Jersey since 1989. By protecting land in perpetuity and creating public trails, it gives everyone the opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors. The Land Trust’s preserved farms and community gardens provide local organic food for residents of the region—including those most in need. Through strategic land conservation and stewardship, D&R Greenway combats climate change, protects birds and wildlife, and ensures clean drinking water for future generations. D&R Greenway’s mission is centered on connecting land with people from all walks of life.https://www.drgreenway.org; info@drgreenway.org. Follow the organization on Facebook and Instagram.
Tickets for this festive event and benefit are $65 per person. Space is limited. To reserve your seat, visithttps://www.drgreenway.org; or https://www.voiceschoralenj.org or call 609-924-4646.