Exploration with James Silas Rogers • Mar 11 Is there still a distinct Irish identity in America? James Rogers’ new book, Irish-American Autobiography: the Divided Hearts of Athletes, Priests, Pilgrims and More, says yes, though it’s often an indirect one. True, the age of heroic immigration is over, and today…
ILHS St. Patrick's Banquet • Mar 11 The Literary & History Society's Saint Patrick's Banquet this year commemorates the SF Irish Labor Movement, honoring former ILHS Board Chairman Edward Callanan. Tickets and information at ilhssf.org or email event chair Maureen Barry
Presented by Kerry Irish Productions, Inc. Wednesday, March 13 at 7 pm An authentic St. Patrick's Day celebration, with "rip-roaring music, song, and dance...a great Irish night" (Irish News & Entertainment). This treat for the whole family features champion dancers, the Kerry Voice Squad & Traditional Band. Together, they'll transport…
You won’t need the luck of the Irish to have more than a wee bit of fun at this festive evening featuring Irish food, drink and music! 6:15 p.m. Doors Open Meet up with friends and fellow members over an Irish Coffee, beer or a glass of wine (suggested donation…
St. Patrick's Day in Ireland
Irish American Democrat Club St. Patrick's Celebration • Mar 15 Private house reception for Irish American Democrat Club, which is actively seeking new members Thursday, March 15th 5-8pm. Please RSVP for address email Eileen Kivlehan at [email protected] or 415 681-2078
The Celtic Otherworld / Shira Kammen and Jim Oakden The Celtic Otherworld. Join us on a guided musical tour of the Celtic Otherworld of legend and lore with multi-instrumentalists Jim Oakden and Shira Kammen. Tunes & Songs of magic, fairies, silkies, banshees, ghosts, shape-shifters, and other mysteries from many of…
Dylan Moran • March 16 Dylan Moran - The star & co-writer of cult TV comedy Black Books lives up to his reputation as one of the top names in comedy In this new show: “Moran is thoughtful, debonair and erudite, ambivalent and mildly embarrassed by all the attention. His…
San Francisco’s 167th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Festival Saturday, March 17th, 2018 Civic Center Plaza ~ San Francisco Festival Hours: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM in the Plaza Parade: Begins at 11:30 AM at 2nd and Market To participate in the parade, please contact Kathleen Manning at 415-203-1027 or email…
Come down and join one of the longest running St. Patrick’s Day celebration in Santa Cruz! Saturday March 17th☘ Our doors open at 12pm Food served up by Gordo Gustavo’s We will be doing an Open Mic during the day with time TBA 🎶
Live music with Paddy's Dream and step dancing from the Kennelly School of Irish Dancers!
45th Avenue Block Party March 18 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Irish music & dance, entertainment for children, booths, food Sponsored by Java Beach Cafe, UICC & UIS
Irish Connections: Celebrating the Contributions of Robert and Rebecca Tracy to Irish Studies at Berkeley and Beyond We hope that you will join us on Thursday, March 22nd for a "Irish Connections: A Celebration of the Contributions of Robert and Rebecca Tracy to Irish Studies at Berkeley and in the Bay Area." …
#WOWSJ Whiskies of the World, benefiting Casa Circulo Cultural (cirulocultural.org), gathers the world’s most fascinating distilled spirits along with their makers and ambassadors to give its guests an opportunity to sample, learn and experience a night of delicious spirited fun. Food included and whisky pairing available. Learn, celebrate, experience!
Fundraiser for Hillary Flynn at The Plough & Stars • April 6 Magical Night of Music, Plough & Stars Come enjoy the talents of Patrick Ball, Colm O'Riain, Whelan Irish Dancers, Rory McNamara, Cormac Gannon, Vinnie Cronin, Vincie Keehan, and The Gasmen at the Plough & Stars on April 6…
Join the Irish Studies Program at UC Berkeley for an engaging conversation with Paige Reynolds on Eimear McBride's recent novel, A Girl is a Half-Formed Thing (2013) FALSE COMFORT: SEX, PRAYER AND MODERNISM IN EIMEAR MCBRIDE'S A GIRL IS A HALF-FORMED THING April 16 5-6:30 pm 300 Wheeler Hall UC Berkeley campus …
Drop by to join us for a cup of coffee and share your important concerns and discuss legislation, the state budget and issues affecting the region. We will provide the coffee at no taxpayer expense. No appointment or RSVP needed. Open to the public. Please contact Assemblymember Kevin Mullin’s district…
MURALS OF BELFAST The Story of the "Troubles" As Told by the Wall Mural Artists of Belfast PHOTOGRAPHER JOHN HARRINGTON DOCUMENTS THIS COMPELLING STORY THROUGH HIS PHOTOGRAPHS WHICH WILL BE ON DISPLAY AT THE UNITED IRISH CULTURAL CENTER FROM APRIL 24 THROUGH MID-SUMMER. THE PHOTOGRAPHS WHICH SPAN OVER 20 YEARS…
MURALS OF BELFAST The Story of the "Troubles" As Told by the Wall Mural Artists of Belfast PHOTOGRAPHER JOHN HARRINGTON DOCUMENTS THIS COMPELLING STORY THROUGH HIS PHOTOGRAPHS WHICH WILL BE ON DISPLAY AT THE UNITED IRISH CULTURAL CENTER FROM APRIL 24 THROUGH MID-SUMMER. THE PHOTOGRAPHS WHICH SPAN OVER 20 YEARS…
THE ANNUAL SILICON VALLEY IRISH FLEADH RETURNS IN 2018 FOR ITS 5TH CONSECUTIVE EDITION! MARK YOU CALENDAR FOR SATURDAY, MAY 12TH AND SUNDAY, MAY 13TH. This two-day event features Irish performers both traditional and modern, Irish dancers, Irish arts & crafts, Irish food vendors and a Kids’ Zone. The event…
This is the big Irish Fair with about 9 stages at the Orange County Great Park in Irvine--and worth the trip. There will be a shuttle from the Irvine Amtrak Surfliner/Metrolink station. For drivers there is free parking at the park. It is a two day event and has been…
Children’s Music, Dance, and Irish Language Workshop • June 10 Children’s introduction to: tin whistle, fiddle, Céilí dancing, Irish language. Instruments are provided. Participate in one, several or all these classes, taught by local, experienced teachers. Appropriate for ages 5 and up. RSVP by June 1st to reserve your spot.…
ReJoyce A Celebration of James Joyce with dramatic readings and song. Saturday June 16th 1-5pm Edinburgh Castle 950 Geary St. Sponsored by the Anna Livia Players More info: 415-728-8573
CALENDAR SPONSORED IN PART BY THE CONSULATE GENERAL OF IRELAND, SAN FRANCISCO
