Laura MacKenzie & Gary Rue present a program of music and stories in celebration of International Respect for Chickens month - Hen and rooster themed traditional tunes and songs, some originals from Gary Rue, plus the introduction of a special friend or two or three. Email Laura for details: laura@lauramackenzie.com -- Free and open to all, held outdoors. Rain Date: May 25, 7pm. (bring your own chair!). May 4th is the designated International Respect for Chickens Day, celebrated all month long!

Billy McLaughlin and SimpleGifts present their "Young & and Rest" show. For ticket information: www.simplegiftsmusic.net

Laura presents her program "A Celtic Breeze", also known as "The Magic of Celtic Music", on an array of wind-powered instruments. For youth, families and anyone who enjoys traditional music. Free and open to all. Outdoors, if possible.

The Frothy Band returns to Imminent Brewing with Irish music and some surprising songs. Free. Food truck onsite.

Dan Chouinard, Gary Rue and Laura MacKenzie return to Waldmann for another delightful evening of outdoor music from France, Scotland, Quebec, Ireland, Italy, England, America.... Wonderful beverages and food - always, at Waldmann.

SimpleGifts with Billy McLaughlin present their show "The Young & The Rest" on the Belvedere stage at the marvelous Crooners Supper Club. www.simplegiftsmusic.net

Brass Lassie returns to The Vintage Band Festival. This year is a big one, July 28 - 31, held at venues all around Northfield, outdoors and in. www.vintagebandfestival.org

Laura presents her popular program of Scottish music, language and song. Free and open to all.

Willow Brae (Andrea Stern, Celtic Harp and Laura MacKenzie, winds) presents their program of traditional Celtic music. Free and open to all.

MacKenzie, Sproule & Sutter with special guest Barry Foy, fiddle at the Minnesota Scottish Fair 2022. This year the Fair is a street festival, closing down Prior Ave, using the wonderful outdoor stage of the Celtic Junction Arts Center and many other resources of the site. Details TBA. www.mnscottishfair.org

SimpleGifts with Billy McLaughlin present their show "The Young & The Rest". www.simplegiftsmusic.net

Billy McLaughlin and SimpleGifts present their show "The Young & The Rest". www.simplegiftsmusic.net

Laura presents her program based on the musical storybook "The Irish Piper" by Minnesota author Jim Latimer. For youth, families and anyone who enjoys traditional Irish music. Free and open to all.

Laura presents her "The Irish Piper" program, based on a story with music by Minnesota author Jim Latimer. For youth, families and anyone who enjoys traditional Irish music. Free and open to all.

Cumar, the Irish/West African collaboration returns to the Irish Fair of Minnesota. To Be Confirmed! Info at: www.irishfair.com

The annual Pipers' Gathering features instruction, classes, workshops, sessions and concerts on Scottish smallpipes, Northumbrian smallpipes, Uilleann pipes, plus flute, whistle and this year: Anglo concertina. Laura will be presenting/teaching two workshops during the weekend. For information and registration: www.pipersgathering.org

Billy McLaughlin and SimpleGifts present their show "The Young & the Rest". Ticket information at: www.simplegiftsmusic.net

The Leroy Public Library hosts Laura's program "A Celtic Breeze", also known as "The Magic of Celtic Music", on an array of wind-powered instruments. For youth, families and anyone who enjoys traditional music. Free and open to all.

Laura presents her Outlander program, full of traditional songs, tunes, history and lore. For Outlander fans and anyone who enjoys Scottish music and history. Free and open to all.

Brass Lassie plays the Como Pavilion - Lakeside, open to the breezes but protected from rain. Food and beverages available from the Dock & Paddle. Free, but donations are welcome!