About Us
So,
Why an Irish shop? or " Be careful what you wish for. . . "Who
would have dreamed?
Certainly not me! An Irish Shop? In
Baraboo, Wisconsin?
I have spent the past 20 years working in
Madison. When it came time for a re-evaluation of my life style and
priorities I took a break from the drive and professional path.
In 1999 the upstairs of the "Corner On
Wisconsin" complex was taking shape in Downtown Baraboo. I happened to be
helping out at the Garden Party Cafe on the first level, saving some money
for my second trip to Ireland. One afternoon the "girls" were discussing
ideas for specialty retail shops in the upper level. I blurted out that I
should open an Irish shop. Believe me, I WAS JOKING! But as the idea spread
and the support system took shape so did the shop. An Siopa Eire, " The
Ireland Shop" in Gaelic was born.
After 2 years I am working harder than I ever have and having more fun
working than I ever have.
This was meant to be.
So, be careful what you wish for. You
just might get it.
- Ladonna DeVine, Owner.