What our Lexington Irish dance classes can teach your student

What our Lexington Irish dance classes can teach your student

Bluegrass Ceili Academy, Community, Irish Dance Classes in Lexington
October is National Arts and Humanities Month and a great time to look at what the arts, such as our Lexington Irish dance classes, can teach your student – whether that’s something as simple as a dance step or a broader life lesson. First, the research. According to the Americans for the Arts: Students involved with the arts are four times more likely to be recognized for academic achievement and three times more likely to be awarded for school attendance. High school students who take four years of arts and music classes average almost 100 points higher on their SAT scores than students who take only one-half year or less. Low-income students who are highly engaged in the arts are twice as likely to graduate collegeas their peers with no arts…
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Last chance: Support scholarships for cultural arts classes in Lexington

Last chance: Support scholarships for cultural arts classes in Lexington

Bluegrass Ceili Academy, Community
Perspective. Experience. Community. Mission.  Not only is that what matters, but it’s why our Irish dance school has stepped up to support scholarships for cultural arts classes in Lexington.  In July, we partnered with the 2017 Kentucky Rose of Tralee to host a fundraiser for Artworks at the Carver School.  All funds raised are being  to provide need- and merit-based scholarships for children and adults who take cultural arts classes through Lexington Parks and Recreation’s programs at Artworks. Before our school year begins in September, you have one last chance to support our scholarships for these cultural arts classes in Lexington. Why are we doing this? Because, for us, it’s about community. Our Lexington Irish dance school was welcomed into the Artworks program last year, along with other cultural arts classes such as karate…
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Support local cultural arts classes in Lexington this Saturday, July 22

Support local cultural arts classes in Lexington this Saturday, July 22

Community, Local Events
We're so excited to join with the 2017 Kentucky Rose of Tralee to raise scholarships for cultural arts classes in Lexington, and we're hoping you'll join us this Saturday, July 22 for our event. You'll have the chance to learn a little Irish dance, and bid on some great silent auction items and raffle prizes.  We're thrilled that so many community partners have joined us in supporting cultural arts classes in Lexington by making donations.  Here's what you have a chance to take home with you: [caption id="attachment_860" align="alignright" width="244"] Some of the donations from our great community partners to support scholarships at Artworks.[/caption] Door Prize Raffle Basket - Raffle Tickets: $1 each, 6 for $5 15 for $10: Our door prize basket is valued at $140 and includes a yummy "bundtlet tower" from Nothing…
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Our Lexington Irish dance school gives back to the community

Our Lexington Irish dance school gives back to the community

Community, Local Events
Perspective. Experience. Community. Mission.  Not only is that what matters, but it's why our Lexington Irish dance school is stepping up to support cultural arts scholarships for students in Central Kentucky. On Saturday, July 22, we're partnering with the 2017 Kentucky Rose of Tralee, Martha Mortell, to host a fundraiser for Artworks at the Carver School.  All funds raised will be used to provide need- and merit-based scholarships for children and adults who take cultural arts classes through Lexington Parks and Recreation's programs at Artworks. Why are we doing this? Because, for us, it's about community. Our Lexington Irish dance school was welcomed into the Artworks program last year, along with other cultural arts classes such as karate instruction with Bushin Kan Dojo of Lexington, Kentucky.  We've found our home…
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Speak out on the future of parks, cultural arts, dance programs in Lexington

Speak out on the future of parks, cultural arts, dance programs in Lexington

Community
Let your voice be heard! Lexington Parks and Recreation is asking you speak out on the future of parks, cultural arts, dance programs in Lexington as part of its Parks Master Plan process. The plan will address the future of parks, recreation, trails, cultural arts programs, events and open space in Lexington. They are your parks, and the plan is our future. Now is the time to make sure your voice is heard! A proud partner of Lexington, KY Parks & Recreation and its dance programs in Lexington, Bluegrass Ceili Academy will be on site at two of four public meetings next week to gather public comments on the Parks Master Plan. Four public meetings will be held June 19 – 22. It's your opportunity to let plan developers know that…
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This July 22, our Irish dance school in Lexington gives back!

This July 22, our Irish dance school in Lexington gives back!

Community, Local Events
Join us July 22 as we #DanceforDanceClasses Community matters. That's why our Irish dance school in Lexington is joining forces to help students afford access to cultural arts classes. Giving back to our community is part of who we are at Bluegrass Ceili Academy.  On Saturday, July 22, from 2 - 4 p.m., we're joining together with 2017 Kentucky Rose of Tralee Martha Mortell to raise scholarship funds for students at Artworks at the Carver School. Join us!  Saturday, July 22, 2 - 4 p.m. @ Artworks at the Carver School 522 Patterson Street, Lexington Artworks an art and cultural arts center located at the historic Carver School, is the home of our Irish dance school in Lexington. The center's purpose is to educate, inspire artistic creativity and enrich the lives of…
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Marking milestones with Irish dance in Lexington, KY

Marking milestones with Irish dance in Lexington, KY

Bluegrass Ceili Academy, Community, Irish Dance Classes in Lexington
This week, as we wrap up our first class season for Irish dance in Lexington, KY, we take a look at some of the milestones we've reached. Our 2016-2017 class year comes to a close on Monday, but we've already got big plans for the summer and for our next class year! This past weekend, our dancers took the stage at Kite Fest, sponsored by Lexington Parks and Recreation.  We are proud partners of Parks and Rec -- you can find our classes for Irish dance in Lexington, KY at Artworks at the Carver School, Lexington's cultural arts center. On Mondays from late September through December and January through April, we've welcomed children and adults into our studio. Starting a new school has been an adventure.  When I started Irish…
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Irish dance March madness gives way to a busy April!

Irish dance March madness gives way to a busy April!

Bluegrass Ceili Academy, Community
It's hard to believe that Bluegrass Ceili Academy's Irish dance March madness has come and gone and we're already into the month of April!  This past March was our first St. Patrick's season as the newest dance school in Central Kentucky.  Our dancers stepped onstage for the first time for a number of local performances and we had a BLAST all month long!  Take a look at some of the highlights: (And yes, that's your Academy director dancing *with* a fractured heel...The show must go on!) What's next after Irish dance March Madness? While we love our month of Irish dance March madness, we're looking forward just as much to this April as we celebrate spring at Lexington's Kite Fest and our dancers take the stage again for the Kiddie Kapers &…
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Bluegrass Ceili Academy brings “Something Irish” to the stage

Bluegrass Ceili Academy brings “Something Irish” to the stage

Bluegrass Ceili Academy, Community, Local Events
  When I left Lexington in 1995 to head to Washington, D.C., I left behind friends and my work in the local theatre community here. In D.C., I stopped acting and started dancing. On St. Patrick's Day this year, I get to go back to my theatre roots and I couldn't be more excited. Bluegrass Ceili Academy will be joining Woodford Theatre this March 17 and we are inviting our community to celebrate the day with "Something Irish." Explore Irish dance, music and language and meet the folks behind Translations, by Irish playwright Brian Friel, which opens March 24. [caption id="attachment_694" align="alignleft" width="291"] Click on the image to see a larger version.[/caption] It's an evening full of Irish arts and culture! 6 p.m. - Social Irish dancing with Bluegrass Ceili Academy…
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Why join our Lexington Irish dance community

Why join our Lexington Irish dance community

Bluegrass Ceili Academy, Community, Irish Dance Classes in Lexington
Perspective. Experience. Community. Mission. It's what matters. It's also why you should join our Lexington Irish dance community. The area's newest community-based Irish dance school, the Bluegrass Ceili Academy brings more than two decades of Irish dance experience and ceili expertise to Central Kentucky. We're invested in our students and our community. Perspective matters. The love of dance and music knows no age limit. That's why we offer Lexington Irish dance classes for children and adults. Experience matters. While Bluegrass Ceili Academy is new,  Academy director Megan Moloney has been dancing and teaching for more than 20 years. Megan studied Irish dance for in the Washington, D.C. area beginning in 1996; began teaching adult students and teams more than a decade ago; and achieved certification with the Irish dancing commission…
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