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Irish Literary & Historical Society presents “Irish Hill, a lost Irish neighborhood”

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 @ The Fillmore

The Fillmore 1805 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA, United States

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…

Zoo Station – U2 cover band at O’Flaherty’s

O'Flahertys 25 North San Pedro Street, San Jose, CA, United States

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 – San Jose

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…

Blue Stocking Salon Presents Dr. Abraham Verghese

The Thomas Fogarty Winery Woodside, CA, United States

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 – “Kitty in the Lane”

Southside Theatre Fort Mason Center, 2 Marina Boulevard, San Francisco, CA, United States

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…

San Francisco International Arts Festival – Croi Glan Dance Co.

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…

The Crooked Road Céilí Band at the Historic Testarossa Winery

Testarossa Winery 300-A College Ave, Los Gatos, CA, United States

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…

Free

Celtic Woman, San Rafael

Marin Veterans’ Memorial Auditorium, Marin Civic Center CA, United States

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…

Comedy – Crossing the Line at Docs Lab San Francisco

Doc's Lab 124 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA, United States

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…

$10 – $12

AFIO presentation Inside Threat: It’s Not Just Cybersecurity UICC

  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…

$25 – $35

Celtic Woman, San Jose

San Jose Center for Performing Arts 255 Almaden Boulevard, San Jose, CA, United States

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…

Celtic Woman, Sacramento

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…

Waterford Glass Panel Discussion, San Jose Museum of Art

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…

McHugh & Devine, Neck of the Woods, SF

Neck Of The Woods 406 Clement St, San Francisco, CA, United States

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…

$7 – $10

Irish GAA Games Screening at UICC 6am, 8am

Ulster GAA Football Senior Championship 2015 Quarter Final: Derry vs Down United Irish Cultural Center 6:00am   Munster GAA Hurling Senior Championship 2015 Semi-Final: Cork vs Waterford United Irish Cultural Center 8:00am

Glass Cutting from Waterford Irish Glass, San Jose State University

San Jose State University San Jose, CA, United States

NOTE: This events is not free to the public. A one day pass ticket for $170 plus GAS Membership is required to attend - tickets Waterford, Ireland's Glass heritage; maintaining a living tradition for the future Róisín de Buitléar, Fred Curtis and Karl Hayes are invited Presenters of the  Glass Art…

Crossroads Salon: Reading by John Norton and open mic

Intersection for the Arts 925 Mission Street, Suite 109, San Francisco , CA, United States

Crossroads Salon hosts its second salon featuring poet John Norton. John’s work has appeared in many publications including: America, New American Writing, CrossConnect, Kayak, Oxygen, Beatitude, Blue Unicorn, Onthebus, and Processed World. He is the author of three poetry collections: Air Transmigra (2010), Re: Marriage (2000), The Light at the End…

Free: Donations Appreciated

Jazz on a Summer’s Day: Melanie O’Reilly Quartet – Redwood City

Jazz on a Summer's Day: A Tribute to Anita O'Day Melanie O'Reilly Quartet Frank Martin - piano, Fred Randolph -bass, Jack Dorsey -Drums. 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…

$15 – $21

Seamus O’Connor reading, Marina Books Inc.

Books Inc. 2251 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA, United States

Drawing extensively on his insider knowledge of the church and its priests based on his life as a Catholic priest in the 1960s, Seamus O'Connor discusses his debut novel, Bitter Oranges. When the charms of California women prove too much for a young ambitious Irish priest dilemmas arise with far-reaching…

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