A Celtic Christmas with On The Lash
EventNovember 14 | 3pm & 7pm
Celebrate the season with the music, warmth and spirit of Ireland. On The Lash brings A Celtic Christmas to Iowa PBS with beautiful carols, beloved hymns, lively sing-alongs and original Christmas songs.
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