Sharing Notes

🚨LAST MINUTE HOUSE CONCERT ALERT🚨☘️

Join us on Wednesday, July 15th for a chance to hear one of Ireland’s finest folk singers and multi-instrumentalists, Ger O Donnell in an intimate, private outdoor setting.

Ger exploded onto the folk scene in recent years with several number one hits, social media virality and many international tours. He is a renowned guitarist, double bassist and player of many other weird and wonderful instruments.

Event will take place at a private house in Evanston - address will be sent individually upon RSVP.

Doors/drinks/hors d’oeuvres begin at 6:45 PM.

Show starts at 7:30 PM.

Suggested artist donation at the door: $20.

RSVP Here: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/form/c6vsOg?vid=1rbow9 🤘

A huge thank you to everyone who braved last week’s stormy weather to join us at Sharing Notes’ Irish Fest on the Patio! ☘️

We were truly blown away by the positive energy, enthusiasm, and generosity you brought with you. Seeing so many people come together to support the healing power of live music was incredibly meaningful.

We are delighted to share that we raised just under $30,000 net of expenses—nearly double our original goal. Every dollar raised will go directly toward supporting our year-round programming, bringing live music to hospitals and senior living communities throughout the Chicagoland area. These funds will also help us increase financial stipends for our professional and pre-professional musicians as we prepare for our 2026–2027 season.

To everyone who attended, donated, volunteered, performed, bid in the auction, or cheered us on from afar—thank you. Your support makes this work possible, and we’re so grateful to have you as part of the Sharing Notes community. ❤️🎶

Another major thank you to our event sponsors: Chief O’Neill’s Pub and Restaurant, West Nelson Dartsmen, The Cliff Dwellers, Impactful Partners Studio, The Irish American Heritage Center, and Hardt, Stern & Kayne. Your generosity and partnership helped make this incredible evening possible, and we’re deeply grateful for your support of Sharing Notes’ mission.

📸 Credit: Another big thank you to Sharing Notes musicians and for the beautiful photos!

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Irish Fest on the Patio Artist ANNOUNCEMENT! ☘️🚨

“New to Us” Artist: Liam Kantor🌟

Liam Kantor is a traditional musician, teacher, and researcher based in Evanston, Illinois, specializing in folk-singing styles from around the world and Irish fiddle music. Originally from Madison, Wisconsin, he grew up with a wide range of folk-music influences, eventually landing squarely in the Irish-trad world when he moved to the Chicagoland area. Right now, his favorite tune is O’Keeffe’s Flower of the Flock, and he also can’t get enough of Sliabh Luachra polkas.

Catch him in action at Chief O’Neill’s on June 17, 2026 🎶

Tickets available: https://IrishFest.givesmart.com

Silent auction item alert! ☘️🤩

One lucky bidder will win a $5,000 gift card to Chicago Cut Steakhouse—right on the Chicago River! 🥩✨

Treat yourself (and 9 guests!) to an unforgettable evening featuring a decadent dinner with perfectly paired wines.

Huge thanks to Chicago Cut Steakhouse for supporting Sharing Notes! 💚

Don’t miss your chance to bid: https://e.givesmart.com/s/:UsfZoAX6fNe/e/Nlh/i/_All/zRav/?search=

P.S. Even if you can’t make our event on June 17th, you can still bid on this phenomenal prize and support our mission while doing so!