Clare Muireann Murphy is a contemporary storyteller and writer. Dublin born but based in London Clare performs around London theatres and art galleries, as well as many other venues around England, Ireland Europe and the Americas. She also collaborates with artists, teachers, companies & universities around the world. Her repertoire of…
Ryan Doyle already has performances at Yoshi’s, Sheba Piano Lounge and even Carnegie Hall under his belt, and there's clearly a strong ambition and natural talent here. Now the 16 year-old singer songwriter has just released his first album of original songs - plaintive tunes and ballads with just a…
Miracles of Development: From Irish Pigs to Celtic Tigers The Irish Literary & Historical Society presents Professor Sarah Townsend as guest speaker on Sunday April 26th, at 5pm, at the United Irish Cultural Center. A lighthearted and erudite exploration of representations of the animals applied to the Irish from the…
PGA play of the World Golf Championships Cadillac Match Play comes to San Francisco's Harding Park April 27 through May 3, when - among the 64 golfers attending a contingent of 21 millennials will take on veteran champions such as Phil Mikelson and Bubba Watson for the upcoming event with…
Freight & Salvage, Berkeley. "The quartet Le Vent du Nord is a leading force in (Quebec's) progressive folk movement, and they leaven their hard-driving soulful music (a close cousin to Celtic music) with New Orleans polyphony and R&B. Featuring button accordion, guitar and fiddle, the band's sound is defined by…
Emperor Norton Céilí Band and Set Dancing at the Plough and Stars, San Francisco
Freight & Salvage, Berkeley. Fiddlers, guitarists, singers, and songwriters, Colin Cotter and Ethan Lewis do it all - and they do it in high-energy performances where they lay all their cards on the table, holding nothing back, and uplifting audiences with heartfelt songs, rocking tunes, and virtuosic mad skills. Cotter…
The IIPC Community Education Program presents a DONA Approved Postpartum Doula Workshop bringing the opportunity to learn professional postpartum doula skills and gain the expertise you will need to create a solid foundation for your DONA Postpartum Doula Career. A comprehensive 27 hour workshop over 3 days covering: The Role…
Legendary Irish musicians from Galway, Frankie Gavin and his brother Sean (button accordion) performing live in concert in an intimate house setting in Boulder Creek, CA. Address in Boulder Creek is given upon RSVP to the event by emailing organizer, Julie Horner: [email protected] $15-20 suggested donation for Saturday's concert, beverages…
A special line-up of the Ring Of Truth Trio will be playing at the San Gregorio Store. Kyle Alden will be playing in the morning and we will take over from him around 2:30 pm. Henry Nagle and Rory McNamara will be joined by bassist supreme and all-around good guy…
Saturday, May 2 Windsor Acoustic Guitar Series. House concert is in Windsor, north of Santa Rosa. 7pm. Suggested donation, $20. Visit website for information. Marla Fibish and Bruce Victor are Noctambule. They play original and traditional music in a variety of forms – original musical settings of a broad array of…
Legendary Irish musicians from Galway, Frankie Gavin and his brother Sean (button accordion) performing live in concert in an intimate house setting in Berkeley, CA. Address in Berkeley is given upon RSVP to the event by emailing organizer, Julie Horner: [email protected] $15-20 suggested donation for Saturday's concert, beverages and snacks…
A public sing-along of sea chanteys and sailor songs aboard a historic ship at San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park. 8pm to Midnight on the first Saturday of every month. Wear warm clothing and bring a mug for hot cider. Free Admission. Reservations required, call 415-561-7171, or by email For…
Two legends of the Irish music genre, Frankie Gavin and his brother Sean (button accordion) are performing at the Plough & Stars in an exclusive engagement! (It also just happens to be Frankie's birthday!) Note that there will be a house concert in Berkeley on Saturday, May 2 and another…
Join the IIPC for the 17th Annual Golf Tournament - San Francisco Irish Open. Two Person Team Scramble Championship Friday, May 08, 2015 at Alameda Golf Club, Alameda Morning Shotgun Start: 7.45am Afternoon Shotgun Start: 12.45pm Evening Awards Dinner: Johnny Foley's Irish House Prizes Include: Signed Ryder Cup 2014 Memorabilia…
The Immigration Clinic is provided by the Irish Immigration Pastoral Center (IIPC) as part of our Immigration Services Program. We are able to offer this service thanks to the time contributed by Immigration Attorney Jim Byrne and other regular volunteers. The Immigration Clinic will provide you with a 20 -…
Freight & Salvage, Berkeley. Martin Hayes and Dennis Cahill are one of the world's greatest musical duets, touring internationally and bringing their sublime interpretations of traditional music to venues as vast as the Sydney Opera House, as serene as Buddhist temples and to performing arts centers everywhere. They dig deep…
Fleadh (fla) is the Gaelic word for festival, and is a gathering and celebration of Irish music and culture. This two-day May 9th - 10th event is hosted by St. Stephen's Green, an Irish Bar & Restaurant in the heart of Silicon Valley in Downtown Mountain View. The fleadh will…
This event is the largest Oyster festival on the West Coast drawing over 250,000 people to date. Over half a million succulent oysters have willingly sacrificed themselves over the years. The unique combination of oysters and stout is supported by a great cast of live music. Tickets
Emerald Society Dinner Dance Saturday, May 9, 2015 | 6:00pm (Time Zone: US/Pacific) Category: General San Francisco Bay Area Law Enforcement Emerald Society 17th Annual Awards Dinner Dance Honoring Sergeant Dan Manning as Officer of the Year, and Celine Kennelly as Citizen of the Year $85 per person/$800 per table…
Fleadh (fla) is the Gaelic word for festival, and is a gathering and celebration of Irish music and culture. This two-day May 9th - 10th event is hosted by St. Stephen's Green, an Irish Bar & Restaurant in the heart of Silicon Valley in Downtown Mountain View. The fleadh will…
Mother’s Day Brunch at the United Irish Cultural Center ADULTS: $30 CHILDREN: $15 (does not include tax or gratuity) BRUNCH INCLUDES: SCRAMBLED EGGS, EGGS BENEDICT, AMERICAN BACON, IRISH SAUSAGE, BLACK AND WHITE PUDDING, CORNED BEEF HASH, HOME FRIED POTATES, CARVERY WITH FRESH ROAST TURKEY, BAKED HAM, FRENCH TOAST, FRESH FRUIT…
The Republic of Ireland Women’s National Team begin their two game tour which will see them play USA in San Jose at Avaya Stadium on Sunday May 10th, and Haiti on Thursday, May 14th in Lauderhill, Florida. more Tickets
In a rare California appearance, Anthony Kearns will perform at the intimate Firehouse Arts Center in a special Mother's Day concert. Kearns is of course a founding member of The Irish Tenors, the multi-platinum recording and concert trio. There is something for every musical taste in the afternoon's program, including…
’71 - 7pm. ’71 takes place over a single night in the life of a young British soldier accidentally abandoned by his unit following a riot on the streets of Belfast in 1971. Unable to tell friend from foe, he must survive the night alone and find his way to…
Join Na Fianna hurling club's annual fundraiser golf tournament at the Stonetree course in Novato, CA. Entry into the tournament is $125, or $500 for a team of 4 players. Reserve your spot via email or by dropping a check into the Irish Times or the Abbey Tavern, care of…
Folk musicians Kyle Alden and Vincey Keehan have played together for years in San Francisco-based Irish trad band The Gas Men. Each of these talented multi-instrumentalists is also an accomplished songwriter and singer. Join them for an evening of new and old folk and original songs highlighting the threads that…
The boys are back in town! Kevin Brennan and Grant Walters down at Behan's bar and grill
Sunday May 17th at 5pm; The Irish Literary & HIstorical Society welcomes Local historian Steven Fidel Herraiz who will discuss Irish Hill, a lost Irish neighborhood (c. 1860-1918) near SF's shipyards. This neighborhood was known for its infamous saloons, bare-knuckled boxing matches, and boarding houses. Steven brings it all to life…
The Waterboys – May 18, The Fillmore, San Francisco The Waterboys with Connor Kennedy & Minstrel “People should expect the unexpected from The Waterboys,” says Mike Scott, a grin in his voice. It’s a mission statement which has inspired three decades of compelling musical shape-shifting, and one which yields thrilling…
U2 TOUR CELEBRATION! Pre- and post-U2 concert live performances….swing by before and after the show for a beer and a chance to hear what you really wanted.
U2 – Catch the Innocence + Experience Tour Live! Bono, The Edge, and the rest of the band are bringing their 2015 “Innocence + Experience” Tour to San Jose. New songs and old classics they will be performing the music from their new hit album, Songs of Innocence. Live at…
U2 TOUR CELEBRATION! Pre- and post-U2 concert live performances….swing by before and after the show for a beer and a chance to hear what you really wanted.
About Blue Stocking Salon: Norene Sheehan, originally from Cork, is a modern-day Salonnière with Blue Stockings Salon, which presents its members and guests with a whole new approach to social exchange. Inspired by 18th century Salons Norene hosts a modern-day version with live, monthly events that invite dialog between the…
San Francisco International Arts Festival - U.S. Debut of Aine Ryan's "Kitty in the Lane" Thursday May 21- Sunday June 7, Various Times - Check SFIAF website for times Southside Theatre, Fort Mason, San Francisco Tickets Kitty tells the story of a twenty year old woman living in an isolated…
Friday May 22nd - Sunday May 24th. San Francisco International Arts Festival, Fort Mason Three performances by Croi Glan Integrated Dance Company of On The Wall by David Bolger and Gawky and Awkward by Tara Brandel. Croi Glan creates work "of considerable power and, it must be said, surprise." The…
Acoustic Irish folk music, original and traditional song on the patio! Welcome to the Tasting Room at Testarossa Winery. Housed in the caves and cellars of the historic Novitiate, Testarossa offers a lively and welcoming atmosphere for sampling some of California’s most sought-after Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Our staff excels…
It was a decade ago that Celtic Woman first traveled from Ireland to America to introduce millions of new fans to the group’s fusion of Irish musical tradition, contemporary song craft and state-of- the-art stage production. Since then, Celtic Woman have touched the hearts of a devoted audience that’s embraced…
with Samson Koletkar, Clara Bijl, Kevin Munroe, Irish Dave, Abhay Nadkarni Crossing The Line: Immigration reform is a hot topic right now in the United States and California has the highest number of immigrants in America. On May 27th, Docs Lab will host an amazing lineup of expat comedians that…
Time: 11:30AM (no-host cocktail); 12 noon lunch Place: United Irish Cultural Center, 2700 - 45th Avenue, SF (between Sloat/Wawona) Speaker: Capt. Lee Rosenberg, USN, ret., Managing Director of Navigating Preparedness Associates Topic: Inside Threat: It's Not Just Cybersecurity Lee Rosenberg is the Managing Director of Navigating Preparedness Associates. He…
San Jose Center For The Performing Arts It was a decade ago that Celtic Woman first traveled from Ireland to America to introduce millions of new fans to the group’s fusion of Irish musical tradition, contemporary song craft and state-of- the-art stage production. Since then, Celtic Woman have touched the…
Sacramento, Community Center Theater It was a decade ago that Celtic Woman first traveled from Ireland to America to introduce millions of new fans to the group’s fusion of Irish musical tradition, contemporary song craft and state-of- the-art stage production. Since then, Celtic Woman have touched the hearts of a…
Thursday night set dancing with Crooked Road at The Plough and Stars
Waterford, Ireland's Glass heritage; maintaining a living tradition for the future Two events, June 4 & 7, 2015 GAS, The Glass Art Society holds an annual conference to bring together an international community of glass enthusiasts and artists from every discipline of glass (blowing, hot casting, kiln work, stained glass, flame…
AMERICANA JUKEBOX (every 1st Saturday at The Plough and Stars) Miss Lonely Hearts vs. Jaime Wyatt & The Bang Bangs *a night of classic country and roots rock* 9pm doors / 9:30 show / $6-$10 sliding scale / 21+
Formed in 2014, McHugh & Devine is a melting pot of sound with roots in American rock and Irish pop. McHugh (Donegal, Ireland) and Devine (West Nyack, New York) currently live and tour in the San Francisco Bay Area while recording their first EP. The duo has been described as…
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