Get ready for a rousing time with one of Ireland’s hottest bands! In a special appearance, the Portsmouth West Advanced Choir under the direction of Linda Tieman, will perform with We Banjo 3, premiering choral arrangements of some of their biggest hits. We Banjo 3, described as “astonishing,” and “the Gold Standard of Irish and American Roots music,” have taken both sides of the Atlantic by storm, carving a reputation as one of the world’s most imaginative ensembles. Their music a rousing common ground between old world tradition and authentic Americana with their use of banjo, fiddle, guitar and mandolin in an innovation fusion of styles that they dub “Celtgrass.” Made up of two sets of siblings — brothers Enda Scahill and Fergal Scahill and brothers Martin Howley and David Howley. Martin is a seven-time all-Ireland banjo champion and the first Irish musician to perform at the Grand Ole Opry. Enda has recorded with Ricky Skaggs, the Chieftains and many others, aside from being considered as one of the world’s leading authors and authorities on Irish banjo techniques. Fergal has performed with dozens of artists at home and abroad, and is widely recognized as an Irish champion of both fiddle and bodhran. David has been cited as a solo artist of exceptional skill. Opening for We Banjo 3 is Riverside Acoustic featuring current and past members of the Singing Men of West with a set of favorite folk and classic rock arrangements. Join We Banjo 3 in Southern Ohio in an intimate concert setting for a truly unique performance. Doors open at 7. Showtime 7:30.

Personal development day for PW staff

Waiver Day-Parent/Teacher Conferences

No School for students and staff

Waiver Day - No School

Thanksgiving Break - No School

Christmas Break - No School

Classes resume after the Christmas break