In the Irish spirit...

A pre-trip Irish spirit was in the air on March 12 at a fundraiser for the Annapolis Maritime Museum at Galway Bay Restaurant and Pub, featuring "Them O'Boys." Since several of Them Boys are alums from an Irish music group that has since broken up -- Shannon Tide -- the event was a reunion of sorts. Playing front and center for several numbers was one alum who has gone on to bigger and better things: none other than Maryland Governor Martin O'Malley. The Governor was in fine voice that night, playing along with the band, which included another non-Oyster Boy alum of Shannon Tide, Jimmy Nolls. Also joining in were Seamus Kennedy and Ray Weaver. What great music! The event raised a good chunk of change for the Museum and everyone had a great time. Clearly, the boys are ready to represent the USA as musical ambassadors to Ireland!