St. Patrick’s Day Pre-Party & Miss Hibernia Pageant 2022

Dom Polski Hall, Flint
2.12.22

Local Irish Americans joined Grand Marshal Matt Conley to celebrate their heritage and meet the 2022 Miss Hibernia: Powers High School student, Libby Hagan. Pageant contestants were judged on knowledge of Irish heritage, poise, personality, appearance and their Screening Committee interview. The 1st Runner-up was Molly Killian (Fenton High School), 2nd Runner-up was Kelly Canning (MSU). All received cash scholarships. Miss Hibernia and her court will travel in Flint’s St. Patrick’s Day parade with the Grand Marshal on March 17. The pre-party festivities featured Irish food, live and silent auctions, prizes,
beer tasting and live music.

Photos by Katy Kildee

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