In 2001, Pat's Clogging Studios & Celtic Fire Irish Dance Co, were asked to represent Springfield, Missouri in Isesaki, Japan.  Musicians, cloggers, & Irish dancers took part in parades, stage performances, and many other activities in Isesaki.   All participants stayed with selected Japanese volunteer families.  This experience along with all the activities, was the chance of a lifetime for all involved.  After returning to Springfield, it was hard to imagine where we had been, and what we were exposed to--it took awhile--many were in shock!  Of course it was all good experiences!  We were all treated with the upmost respect, and kindness by the Japanese.  

All of us traveling to Japan worked on fundraisers to cover traveling costs.  Some waited tables at restaurants, danced in special performances, donations, part time jobs, etc.  The money gained was divided between all.

In 2008, we again have been asked to return for another performance in Isesaki, Japan by the Sister Cities Association.  At this point in time, we are the first performance group to be asked for a return trip.  We are honored at this request.   The 2008 trip--again will give more new students the opportunity to perform, and have the experience of a LIFETIME!

We at this time are taking donations for the specific use of traveling expenses.  All money received will be divided between the participants, not to exceed total costs.

Below are some video clips of the 2001 performance.  Click once to activate the player, and once on the play arrow to start.  If you cannot view, or see the player, click on "Alternate View".    The video will open in Windows Media Player on your computer.   Please be patient if you are on dial-up service
--it will take some time!

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Guidelines

All donors,  whether individual, or business will be listed on a "donors page" and will be able to have a link to a website, or contact info, if so desired.   However, Pat's Clogging Studios reserves the right to return any money received from a questionable source.    Example:  we can not, and will not accept money from a casino or adult site--etc, etc.  Donor source and information will be available to the Sister Cities Association.  By donating you will not have any claims, or rights against PCS Enterprises LLC, Pat's Clogging Studios, Celtic Fire Irish Dance Co, or Springfield Sister Cities Association.

We will welcome any amount of money, however please donate with a minimum of $5.00 please.

We will take checks or "cash in person", or "credit card by clicking on the donate button below"

All credit card info is handled by PayPal, and is very secure.  Records are kept confidential.

Please help the dance students with their expenses!