Published March 21. 2023 11:31AM
by DANA GRUBB Special to the Bethlehem Press
cAbout 40 visitors joined the residents, who currently number 124. The roughly hour-long event was the facility’s first one indoors since COVID, according to executive director Cathy Heimsoth, who said, “We feel that we’re back.”
Ken Purcell and Kristin Neel perform an energetic set of favorite Irish songs.
Traditions of Hanover resident Joan Palisca claps along to the song, “The Wild Colonial Boy.”
Smiling Traditions resident Treva Shenk stirs her Irish coffee before enjoying it.
Guest Ann Louise Taylor munches on a sugar cookie while listening to Irish music.
Traditions business office director Carol Kist pours the Bailey's Irish Cream that will spice up the coffee being served.
A tray of green sugar cookies is a treat for those in attendance.
St. Patrick's Day center-pieces and green beads adorn the tables.
PRESS PHOTOS BY DANA GRUBB Residents and guests react with applause to some spirited Irish music.
