’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…
In addition to First Thursdays in the city, the INBA are kicking-off a regular series of meetups in Silicon Valley for members. The first event will be held on the 2nd Thursday of May, in Molly Magees - Mountain View, starting at 5:30pm. Check out our Facebook event to see who's…
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
Seisiun with Suzanne Cronin & friends
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…
Thursday set dancing with The Shannon Céilí Band
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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