Boston to host World Irish Dancing Championships (IrishCentral)
Three local dancers from the O'Shea Chaplin Academy of Irish Dance are touring with Lord of the Dance Kevin McCormack of Braintree, Aisling Nally of Canton, and Brian Doherty of Lawrence will be...
View ArticleBoston's breakout duo, The Auld Locals, to return for a great show...
The Auld LocalsThe Auld Locals, with their vibrant performances of the Irish folk favorites and a rich, authentic sound akin to The Dubliners and The Clancy Brothers, have quickly made a name for...
View ArticleJoseph Lynch to follow in his father's footsteps in New Haven parade...
2013 Grand Marshal Joseph Michael Lynch carries on tradition of his father, Michael Lynch, who died unexpectedly in 2008 and was the 1982 Grand Marshal(NEW HAVEN) On March 10, the Greater New Haven St...
View ArticleIrish Cultural Centre launches Tiny Cottage Music Series with Matt Cranitch...
Matt Cranitch and Jackie DalyA new setting for traditional Irish music will be unveiled this month at the ICC Matt Cranitch on fiddle and Jackie Daly on button accordion will create an intimate...
View ArticleUpcoming events at the Irish Cultural Centre (IrishCentral)
- Mick Moloney: Roots of American MusicThursday, March 7th, 7:30 pm Musician, author and folklorist Dr Mick Moloney presents Irish and African roots of American music READ MORE
View ArticleThe Irish Pastoral Luncheon at the Irish Cultural Centre of New England...
The Cara Club LadiesAll had a great time at the IPC Mass and Luncheon at the ICCNE in Canton last week John Connors and Martin Battle of the Irish Express keep the floor full and moving all afternoon...
View ArticleAustralia, Japan, India - Irish government leaders head abroad for St...
By: AMANDA DRISCOLL It was confirmed earlier this week that 16 of Ireland’s ministers will be heading abroad for St. Patrick’s Day to promote the message that “Now is the time to invest in Ireland’s...
View ArticleWhy do Irish Americans eat corned beef and cabbage instead of bacon for St...
By: AMANDA DRISCOLL In every Irish establishment, and many others, around St. Patrick’s Day, corned beef and cabbage will make its way onto the menu, marking a ‘tip of the cap’ to the Irish around St....
View ArticleNew York gets moving - 15th Annual Spring Run for Concern Worldwide US...
By: JANE WALSH On April 13, Concern Worldwide U.S., the international humanitarian organization, is hosting its 15th Annual Spring Run in New York’s Central Park. The event, which is open to the...
View ArticleNew census data reveals how Irish the United States really is (IrishCentral)
By: MATT KEOUGH As the month of Irishness is upon us, take a look at how Irish the United States really is. The latest US Census Bureau report for Irish Americans reveals the strong Irish presence in...
View ArticleIrish grad James Mahon tells of new life as Tennessee news reporter - VIDEO...
By: MOLLY MULDOON A fluent Irish speaker is ecstatic to be the first Galway native hired as a local news reporter in Tennessee.READ MORE
View Article7th Dingle International Film Festival to honor local filmmakers...
By: JANE WALSH The Dingle International Film Festival 2013 is set to prove once again that it has something for everyone. Throughout the weekend the town will be filled with filmmakers, writers,...
View ArticleTop ten weird and wonderful facts about St. Patrick’s Day and the patron...
By: AMANDA DRISCOLL 1. The Irish can’t claim credit for the invention of the Saint Patrick’s Day ParadeREAD MORE
View ArticleThe power of Saint Patrick lives on in the Irish holy wells that still bear...
By: AMANDA DRISCOLL The counties of Ireland are scattered with more than 3,000 holy wells, each attached to their own saints, legends and healing properties.READ MORE
View ArticleVisiting the Dublin's Natural History Museum and discovering Donegal marine...
The Delap Sisters Courtesy of the National Science & Engineering Plaques CommitteeYesterday I took myself to the Natural History Museum (or, "the dead zoo,") on Merrion Street The grand grey...
View ArticleKate Middleton can trace Irish lineage back to High King Brian Boru...
By: PATRICK COUNIHAN Britain’s Queen in waiting Kate Middleton is related to Irish warrior Brian Boru – and singer Chris de Burgh.READ MORE
View ArticleMcLean Avenue annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade is set for March 23rd...
By: BRENDAN CHARLES On March 23, 2013, McLean Avenue in Yonkers, New York will host its second annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The event commences at 1 p.m., and proceeds through the largely Irish...
View ArticleRegistering with the Garda National Immigration Bureau in Dublin - dealing...
GNIB registration cardI have my GNIB registration card – all the legal bureaucracy is now over with! The GNIB is the Garda National Immigration Bureau, and pretty much any non-Irish national staying...
View ArticleInternational Percy French Festival celebrates The Gathering in Roscommon -...
By: JANE WALSH The Percy French Festival – The French Connection - in association with Roscommon County Council and to coincide with The Gathering Ireland takes place from the 10th – 12th July 2013....
View ArticleIrish heritage group, the Tara Circle, consider selling historic manor Alder...
By: MATT KEOUGH The Tara Circle, an Irish heritage group, has some people questioning motives as the group may make millions selling a historic manor. The group is entertaining a few offers on the...
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