The Irish Way Stops at Youghal to Take Pictures

A Visit to the Blarney Castle and the Blarney Woolen Mills

Dylan, Patrick and Jeff at the Blarney Castle.

Barbara, Julie, and Alli on their way to kiss the Blarney Stone.

Tom, Meghan, Lila, Cody, Betsey, TJ and Eileen are happy to get the "gift of the gab."

Rachel, Mary Kate, Clare and Moira enjoyed shopping at the Blarney Woolen Mills.

The Irish Way Visits Cobh and Poses with the Annie Moore Statue

Our First Irish Step Dance Class

Cries of "watch my feet!" rang out of the Newtown Boarding School gym, as our Irish Way group had their first Irish step dance class. This time-honored and often embarrassing tradition is one of the most treasured of the Irish Way experience. Counselor Aileen led a fun class, with lots of giggling among the students. Some of our more experienced dancers like Clare and Mary Kate, were able to help the others in their 3s and 7s. After class was over, Ali proclaimed the half-hour "culturally expanding." Partners, Betsey and TJ found it "invigorating and exciting," slyly adding "we did good!"

Irish Soda Bread Workshop

Mariel, Molly, Felicia and Miles learn how to make Irish Soda Bread.

Alexa, Mary, and Kate getting messy while making Irish Soda Bread.

Kayt having fun during the workshop.

Students Arrive Ireland and Explore Glendalough

Students pose for a picture at Glendalough.

Felicia is happy to be in Ireland!

Betsey, Meghan, TJ, Cody and Lila take a break at Glendalough.

2008 Irish Way Departs