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Irish Marvels Series at the UICC – The Easter Rising

The Easter Rising of 1916 was a pivotal happening in the struggle for an Irish Free State and made way for the establishment of the Republic of Ireland. This topic will be explored on Saturday, September 12 - presentation and discussion will be led by Delia McGrath.

Free

Colleen Raney, Gilroy House Concert

Hailed in Irish Music Magazine as 'among the best in her genre,' the stellar Irish-American singer & bodhran player Colleen Raney returns to Gilroy for a special night of songs & music under the stars in a lovely back garden of a home in East Gilroy. A member of the…

Theater “For the Love of Comrades”

New Conservatory Theatre, SF 25 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA, United States

This acclaimed new play from Northern Ireland uncovers the largely unknown but fascinating alliance between Welsh miners and the lesbian and gay community in Thatcher-era Britain.  Beneath the heel of oppression, the two groups discover that standing together makes for the strongest union of all.  These captivating historical events also…

Charmas & Michael Mullen @ The Crepe Place – Santa Cruz

The Crepe Place 1134 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

The Crepe Place, 1134 Soquel Ave., in Santa Cruz presents two GREAT Celtic shows: From 8:30 - 9:30 PM the phenomenal Michael Mullen uses his multi-instrumental nad vocal skills and two loopers to mix his high-energy fiddling, vocals and guitar into music he calls a "trio of one." From 9:45…

JAZZ AT FILOLI —25th Anniversary 2015 Season

Live music in an outdoor, historic setting surrounded by graceful oak tree. Check out Filoli's Irish Connection! 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA 94062 JAZZ AT FILOLI – CELEBRATING 25 YEARS! For a quarter of a century, Jazz at Filoli has presented world-renowned jazz masters and top talent during six Sunday…

Parting Glass – Session at UICC

Parting Glass session takes place at the UICC September 16. A great night of readings of all nature, from poetry to prose, songs and music of a traditional nature. The session may be in an Irish setting, though contributions may be from a diversity of culture. Bring along your favorite works and…

Upwardly Global Casks for Careers Fundraiser

Impact Hub 901 Mission Street , San Francisc, CA, United States

Casks for Careers Whiskey Tasting Fundraiser Benefiting Upwardly Global Thursday September 17, 2015. IMPACT HUB 901 Mission Street SF Leadership Reception begins @ 6:30pm Please join the Upwardly Global Bay Area Leadership Council for an evening of whiskey tasting with 2 GINGERS and whiskey specialist, Andrew Sweeney. Don’t miss out…

The Crooked Road Ceili Band – LuLu Carpenter’s Coffee

LuLu Carpenter's Coffee 1545 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Stompin' Irish dance melodies with The Crooked Road Ceili Band at LuLu Carpenter's Coffee, downtown Santa Cruz. Featuring the hammered dulcimer, fiddle, banjo, guitar, and bodhran, vocal harmonies. A wholly unique groove. 1545 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, California 95060 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm http://www.facebook.com/events/408760622648105/  

Free

Felton – Charmas @ The Trout Farm Inn – Concert

Trout Farm Inn 7701 East Zayante Road, Felton, CA, United States

The Trout Farm Inn, 7701 E. Zayante Rd., in Felton presents Charmas full band, featuring vocalist Aaron Clegg on Irish flute, pennywhistle, and saxophone, Elise MacGregor Ferrell on fiddle and Great Highland bagpipes, Mick O'Broain on bass, Jim Powell on guitar, and Devin Lara on drums. Sample videos on Charmas'…

Seasons of Filoli

Visitors to Filoli will be able to experience the Seasons of Filoli in a multiple-media exhibition as it has been captured by 38 artists hailing from the Bay Area and as far away as New York. Of the many pleasures of Filoli, one of the greatest is observing how the…

Admission is free with paid admission to Filoli.

Davenport – Charmas Trio @ The Davenport Roadhouse – Concert

The Davenport Roadhouse 1 Davenport Avenue, Davenport, CA, United States

The Davenport Roadhouse,1 Davenport Ave. 10 min. north of Santa Cruz presents Charmas Trio featuring vocalist Aaron Clegg on Irish flute and pennywhistle, Elise MacGregor Ferrell on fiddle, and Jim Powell on guitar. Sample videos on Charmas' website: www.charmasband.com. For more information on the event, call (831) 426-8801.

Special Dedication of Cu Chulainn Statue

UICC welcomes Seamus Whitney and his Cu Chulainn Foundation Live Entertainment | No Host Bar | $20 cover See Event Details | Make reservations 415/661-2700

GAA All-Ireland Finals on Big Screen at UICC

5:15am GAA Football All Ireland Minor Championship 2015 Tipperary vs. Kerry 7:30am GAA Football All Ireland Senior Championship 2015 Kerry vs. Dublin Doors Open 15 minutes before first match. $20.00 at the door          Children are welcome and are free United Irish Cultural Center, 2700 45th Ave., San Francisco Special…

Fundraising Day at United Irish Cultural Center

As the UICC celebrates 40 years, supporters are looking at necessary repairs and improvements to the building and facilities. On Sunday 20th September efforts begin with a very special Fundraising Day of activities for all ages: Silent auctions, video horse racing, a children's play area in the parking lot, live…

Acoustic Music Berkeley presents The Ulysses Trio (Ethno Jazz)

Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists 1924 Cedar Street, Berkeley, CA, United States

Acoustic Music Berkeley presents The Ulysses Trio (Ethno Jazz) Melanie O'Reilly - Vocals Frank Martin - Piano George Brooks - Saxophone Irish jazz vocalist Melanie O'Reilly joins pianist Frank Martin and saxophonist George Brooks in their ensemble "The Ulysses Trio", a new, riveting, innovative and unique sound expressing a compelling bridge…

$15 – $20

Gaelic Storm, Freight & Salvage Berkeley

After 10 albums, and nearly 3,000 live shows, Gaelic Storm the chart-topping, multi-national Celtic band is dishing up a hearty serving of Full Irish. The greatest-hits album spans the bulk of the band's career from 2004-2014, mixing crowd favorites and concert staples with three previously unreleased recordings.Gaelic Storm has straddled…

One Lane Bridge, Felton

The Celtic Society of the Monterey Bay Presents Fusing folk styles from Ireland, Scotland, Sweden and Spain William Coulter, Aria DiSalvio, John Weed. $15 adv./$17 door seated <21 w/parent PRESENTED BY THE CELTIC SOCIETY OF THE MONTEREY BAY $13 at door to Members of The Celtic Society by way of…

$15 – $20

Irish Language Immersion Weekend

Deireadh Seachtaine Gaeltachta 2015 An Irish Language Immersion Weekend will take place at the United Irish Cultural Center the weekend of September 25–27, presenting four levels of intensive tutorials focusing on spoken language and increasing fluency. Practice Irish over breakfast, lunch, and dinner - with meals and snacks provided. Bring…

Soquel – Charmas @ Hunter Hill Winery – Concert

Hunter Hill Winery 7099 Glen Haven Rd, Soquel, CA, United States

Hunter Hill Winery, 7099 Glen Haven Rd., in Soquel presents Charmas Trio featuring vocalist Aaron Clegg on Irish flute and pennywhistle, Elise MacGregor Ferrell on fiddle, and Jim Powell on guitar. Sample videos on Charmas' website: www.charmasband.com. For more information on the event, call (831) 465-9294.

Autumn at Filoli Festival

Filoli welcomes everyone to this historic site’s annual Autumn at Filoli Festival. Activities include heirloom fruit tasting, live music, the popular performing parrot, puppet and magic shows, tours of the Gentleman’s Orchard, and an autumn-themed flower arranging demo. The Bubblesmith, who makes giant bubbles, is also back. New this year!…

$4 – $25

Ireland Fund Young Leaders Global 5K • Ocean Beach SF

Ocean Beach CA, United States

Ireland Fund Young Leaders Global 5K • Sep 26 The Ireland Fund Young Leaders from around the world will host an event together "The Irish Run the World, a Global 5K race" on September 26, 2015. The event will span over 20hrs, and cover 75km, in 15 different cities and 6…

AUTUMN AT FILOLI FESTIVAL

Annual Festive Fundraising Event at Historic Site in Woodside Filoli welcomes everyone to this historic site’s annual Autumn at Filoli Festival. Activities include heirloom fruit tasting, live music, the popular performing parrot, puppet and magic shows, tours of the Gentleman’s Orchard, and an autumn-themed flower arranging demo. The Bubblesmith, who…

$4 – $25

ILHS Speaker Series: Philip Mullen on Edwardian Dublin

Mr. Bloom’s Potato It’s well known that James Joyce was meticulous in researching the details for the recreation of his beloved Dublin in Ulysses, but even the great writers sometimes get it wrong.  Mr. Bloom’s Potato is a light-hearted look at a some of Joyce’s mistakes and a few hidden details that…

Melanie O’Reilly Jazz Quartet ” The Music of Anita O’Day” in Redwood City

Bell Stage Main Dining Room: Melanie O’Reilly Jazz Quartet " The Music of Anita O’Day" Fresh from her highly successful  performance of Jazz on a Summer's Day: A Tribute to Anita O Day, at Dublin's Pavilion Theatre,  award-winning Jazz vocalist, Melanie O'Reilly returns to Angelicas to celebrate this legendary hip…

Jazz on a Summer’s Day: A Tribute to Anita O Day – Melanie O’Reilly & Trio

Jazz on a Summer's Day: A Tribute to Anita O Day Melanie O'Reilly & Trio with Frank Martin -piano, Fred Randolph -bass, Jack Dorsey -drums “Sultry, soulful” – “the ideal soundtrack to a hot summer night”. (Edinburgh Fringe Festival) Fresh from her highly successful performance of Jazz on a Summer's…

$15 – $21

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