The Soul of the Potato • Feb 25 Hernando Torres-Fernandez, Consul General of Peru and Robert O’Driscoll, Consul General of Ireland will present a joint lecture titled: “The Soul of the Potato”. The multifarious species of potato have been consumed in the Andes for 8,000 years, only brought to Europe…
"They write gorgeous tunes and deliver them with a spry step, airtight ensemble and bittersweet lyricism that gets deep under your skin." --Kate Molleson - The Herald Advance $22 Door Price $25 Members receive $2 discount on the above prices Reservations: call 831-464-9778 or online https://www.celticsociety.org Three musicians with a…
'Cairde' means Friend! Join the IIPC Active Retirement Club for our Cairde Cafe at the United Irish Cultural Center from 10.00 am Tuesday February 27, 2018. Come along for a relaxed morning playing cards, catching up on Irish news or simply to have a cuppa and a chat with new…
Molly's Revenge--The Party for Paddy! Special matinee show. A Production Of St Mary's Celtic Music Series Saturday, March 17th 2018, 2:00PM St Mary's By The Sea Episcopal Church, Pacific Grove Molly's Revenge returns with their infectious enthusiasm and the dazzling Turco dancers to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in style. St.…
Named for an ancient Celtic harvest festival in honor of the Irish god Lugh, patron of the arts, Lúnasa is indeed a gathering of some of the top musical talents in Ireland. Its members have helped form the backbone of some of the greatest Irish groups of the decade. Bassist…
Westside Decides • Feb 28 San Francisco Mayoral Forum at the United Irish Cultural Center on Wednesday, February 28th, 7pm A panel discussion and Q&A with candidates for San Francisco Mayor: Angela Alioto, London Breed, Jane Kim, Mark Leno Attendance is free but RSVP is required to secure your place…
A Production Of St Mary's Celtic Music Series Wednesday, February 28th 2018, 7:00PM St Mary's By The Sea Episcopal Church, Pacific Grove Scottish supergroup Daimh (pronounced "Dive") comes to Pacific Grove Advance Purchase $20 Door Price $22 Advance Child $10 Door Child $12 Members receive $2 discount on the above…
Join us to kick-off St. Patrick's season in style!! Paid members get a free drink (or 2), please show proof of membership at the door to get a wristband. Looking forward to seeing you there!
Lively traditional Irish dancing to live music at the Plough and Stars in San Francisco. First Thursdays start at 8:00 pm.
Join us for a benefit concert featuring some of the best local young adult artists. An evening of lively Celtic tunes and dance performances. Time: 6-8pm ( Doors open at 5:45 ) Where: Christ Church Berkeley, CA Price: Suggested donation $20 ( or what you can ) RSVP for seat…
Join us March third at the Auburn Gold Country Fairgrounds for our first ever Fantasy Festival! Join us for a day full of Celtic bands, Epic Fantasy Themed Shopping, Delicious Food, Epic Games, Celtic Fun, and much MUCH more! (10 am to 11 PM) H.E.M.A Tournament, REAL fights in REAL…
This is a walking tour telling the story of the Irish Influence in San Francisco from the 1840s until today. Your guide tells of the enormous influence the Irish diaspora has had in making San Francisco the vibrant, successful, enigmatic city it now is. Hear how one Irish man helped…
"A Dialogue About Indigenous-Irish Relationships and Building Solidarity on Ohlone Land" Co-Sponsored with: Sogorea Te’ Land Trust. This event is an Irish community fundraiser for the Sogorea Te’ Land Trust, highlighting the campaign to save the West Berkeley Shellmound while considering local and global relationships between Irish and American Indian…
Come and have some fun with the Celtic Social Club at our first event... a party! Bring a dish that is Irish, Scottish, or English in origin, or a beverage to share (alcoholic or non-alcoholic is fine), and be ready to chat, play darts, board or card games if you…
Danny O'Mahony, House Concert & Seisiun One of Irish traditional music's leading performers and teachers, Kerryman Danny O'Mahony comes to San Francisco March 3 for a house concert and seisiun. Whether you are a musician, a dancer, or an Irish music and culture enthusiast, don't miss this chance to hear…
Moonshine Jelly and Erica and Friends at the Octopus Literary Salon in Oakland. Erica and Friends will be joined by Lee Corbie -Wells on violin and vocals. Erica and Friends play folk music from the British Isles and Ireland. Jigs, reels, ballads and pub songs with vocal harmonies, guitar, violin,…
Santa Cruz-based supergroup, Molly's Revenge live at this intimate venue in Fremont. Pre-show dinner and desserts starting at 5:00 pm. Call 510-623-6920 to make reservations. See also: Molly's Revenge--The Party for Paddy Matinee: https://www.facebook.com/events/164653250995117/
Sharon Shannon • UICC Mar 4 Sharon Shannon is a musician who likes to surprise. While she is known for her arrangements of traditional Irish tunes and Irish-influenced compositions, she has always been eager to explore new styles. Her new album, Sacred Earth, has Irish influences mixed in with unexpected…
Named for an ancient Celtic harvest festival in honor of the Irish god Lugh, patron of the arts, Lúnasa is indeed a gathering of some of the top musical talents in Ireland. Its members have helped form the backbone of some of the greatest Irish groups of the decade. Bassist…
Come celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and the great joy of being Irish with music, song, dance, and irresistible merriment from the Emerald Isle! “Rip-roaring music, song, and dance! A Great Irish Night!” -Irish News and Entertainment The concert will be led by members of The Kerry Traditional Band: four multi-instrumentalists…
As part of our Immigration & Legal Program, Jim Byrne and his staff will provide assistance to green card holders who need to renew expiring green cards or those who are eligible to become American citizens. ** The workshop is by appointment only. ** Go to https://goo.gl/PRLE7f to make your…
No Irish traditional band in the last thirty years has had a wider impact on audiences and music lovers throughout the world. $30 door seated <21 w/parent PRESENTED WITH SNAZZY PRODUCTIONS With their exquisitely produced award-winning recordings, ranging dynamically from the most sensitive and touching old Irish songs all the…
Touring for the first time ever as The Seamus Egan Project, the founding member of the seminal band Solas, will be bringing friends and musical guests, and introducing fans to new music he’s never performed live. Beginning with tunes from his groundbreaking album, When Juniper Sleeps, through his 20 year…
Lively traditional Irish dancing to live music at the Plough and Stars in San Francisco. First Thursdays start at 8:00 pm.
Tempest returns to Sonora for three days of high energy shows! Sonora Fairgrounds, 220 Southgate Dr. (209) 533-4420 Black Oak Stage, Fri: 1pm, 4pm & 6pm Sat: 2pm, 5pm & 8pm, Sun: 12noon, 3pm, 5pm
The Cured • March 9 Opening week of March 9th at Four Star, San Francisco Check times at cinema In a world ravaged for years by a virus that turns the infected into zombie-like cannibals, a cure is at last found and the wrenching process of reintegrating the survivors back…
At our home away from home, the San Jose Police Officers Association Hall, you will check in to this fundraising event and make your way to the bar to refresh yourself from your day. To get yourself prepared for next weeks St. Patrick's Day festivities, there will be bagpipe music…
Folktale Winery and Vineyards welcomes back The Black Donnelly's!! Kick off your St. Patrick's Day early with The Black Donnelly’s in Concert!! Enjoy genuine Irish music straight from Dublin, along with delicious Irish food for purchase by Chef Todd Fisher and your favorite Folktale wines. Originally from Dublin, this duo…
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This is a walking tour telling the story of the Irish Influence in San Francisco from the 1840s until today. Your guide tells of the enormous influence the Irish diaspora has had in making San Francisco the vibrant, successful, enigmatic city it now is. Hear how one Irish man helped…
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…
For the first time, two of our most talented and acclaimed performers, Shelley Phillips and Taelen Thomas, team up to celebrate the life and music of the great Irish harper Turlough O’Carolan. (1670-1738)! Phillips, voted “Santa Cruz County’s 2017 Artist of the Year” returns from performing in Australia. Her brilliant…
Playing the traditional music of Ireland and Scotland in ways that are both traditional and new.
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
Wake the Dead - the World's Only Celtic All-Star Grateful Dead Jam Band at Sweetwater Music Hall
Irish songwriter, actor, vocalist and guitarist for Irish group The Frames, and one half of folk rock duo The Swell Season. He is also known for his acting, having appeared in the BAFTA-winning film The Commitments, as well as starring in the film Once, which earned him a number of…
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…
Come and hear Erica and Friends as you browse the El Cerrito Off the Grid. Weekly public lunch and dinner events with free entry. Music, community, and family fun. All ages and taste buds welcome and private catering always available.
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…
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…
PRESENTED BY THE CELTIC SOCIETY OF THE MONTERY BAY Pre-Saint Patrick’s Day Concert with legendary brothers from Ireland Come Early for CORNED BEEF AND CABBAGE DINNER SPECIAL $17 adv./$20 door Celtic society members receive $2 discount on the above prices by way of rebate at the door Buy your tickets…
Lively traditional Irish dancing to live music at the Plough and Stars in San Francisco. First Thursdays start at 8:00 pm.
Lively Irish melodies and song by The Crooked Road Ceili Band - A pre-Paddy's Party!
Lively Irish melodies and song for St.Paddy's Day festivities.
To the three members of Celtic band Molly's Revenge, "March Madness" means something other than basketball playoffs. Indeed, for all players of traditional Irish music, the month of March means making hay while the sun shines, for March 17 is the date when Irish people all around the world love…
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…
Special St. Patrick’s Weekend Show! http://www.ashkenaz.com/ 1317 San Pablo, All Ages (510) 525-5054
Irish music on the front patio featuring members of The Crooked Road Ceili Band! Live music on the back patio, corned beef and cabbage, roving Highland pipers, green beer and revelry into the wee hours.
The Mondavi Center’s annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration brings two of Ireland’s biggest bands together: Danú, hailing from the south’s historic County Waterford; and Goitse, forged in the white-hot creative crucible of Limerick’s Irish World Academy. Both groups are famous for their high-energy performances in Ireland and around the world.…
Lively Irish music for a St.Patrick's Day ceili with Michael Murphy calling the dance!
Shay and Michael Black are part of the renowned Irish musical family The Black Family and have been performers all their lives. The brothers are now well-established locals, with Michael resident in San Francisco and Shay living in Berkeley. They continue to make good music at home and abroad, and…
Molly's Revenge returns with their infectious enthusiasm and the dazzling Turco dancers to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in style. Wear your green and your dancing shoes. Or, just wear green dancing shoes--whatever!! It is going to be a party to remember. St. Paddy’s Day Celebration!! Sat. March 17 at 7:30pm…
GREAT AMERICAN MUSIC HALL PRESENTS Culann’s Hounds / Lucia Comnes / One Grass, Two Grass St. Patrick’s Day Concert Friday, March 17, 2018 Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Culann’s Hounds (hard-rocking Irish trad), Lucia Comnes (roots fiddler-singer-songwriter) & One Grass, Two Grass (Bay Area Bluegrass pickers) at The Great American…
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 MUSIC CONCERT Sunday, March 18 at 2 pm Featuring Shannon Warto, vocalist and Catherine John, violinist Benefiting Every Dollar Feeds Kids - Feeding, educating and empowering the poorest of the poor in Morelos, Mexico since 1999 Suggested donation $20 First Congregational Church of San Rafael 8 North San Pedro…
aon mhac tíre, nó roinnt mic tíre (how to say it using English for phonetics ain whak teerah, no roynt mic teerah) a new queer Irish epic in three parts 1. A walk. 2. A poem. 3. A duet with a canoe Part of the CounterPulse festival! Two Irishmen walk…
On Sunday, March 18th, Eamonn Flynn will appear in downtown San Jose at a 'Post St. Paddy's Musical Hair of the Dog' show from 3 to 7 PM at the Poor House Bistro. Eamonn will lead a great Quartet that features Jeff Tamelier on guitar, Kevin Hayes on drums and…
aon mhac tíre, nó roinnt mic tíre (how to say it using English for phonetics ain whak teerah, no roynt mic teerah) a new queer Irish epic in three parts 1. A walk. 2. A poem. 3. A duet with a canoe Part of the CounterPulse festival! Two Irishmen walk…
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!
Lively traditional Irish dancing to live music at the Plough and Stars in San Francisco. First Thursdays start at 8:00 pm.
This is a walking tour telling the story of the Irish Influence in San Francisco from the 1840s until today. Your guide tells of the enormous influence the Irish diaspora has had in making San Francisco the vibrant, successful, enigmatic city it now is. Hear how one Irish man helped…
Tony DeMarco • March 24 Virtuoso Irish fiddle player Tony DeMarco is a product of the vibrant immigrant Irish music scene of New York. “It’s hard to imagine an Irish traditional music scene in New York City without Tony DeMarco.” Irish-American Crossroads event at Plough & Stars, SF. http://www.irishamericancrossroads.org/events/tony-demarco-concert/
(707) 745-5435 TICKETS Celebrate all things Celtic with Golden Bough's Celtic Festival! Acclaimed trio, Golden Bough, treats you to a musical festival of lively Celtic melodies, from upbeat gems to "sing along" favorites passed down from generation to generation. Margie Butler, Paul Espinoza, and Kathy Sierra travel the world, performing…
11am – 1pm String Art Activity with the MAH 2pm – 4pm Harp Concert by the Community Music School Come to the MAH and PLAY with Music, featuring Harps! Do you love the Harp, strings and music! Well, get creative with strings, by making art and listening to harps. We…
Community Music School and the Museum of Art and History present the Santa Cruz Harp Festival in it's 13th concert event, exploring modern and historic music from all over the world on harps of all kinds. Soloists include: Harp Festival director Jesse Autumn, returning from New Orleans to play double…
On his brilliant debut EP, 'Doves & Ravens,' the young Dubliner draws inspiration from all the moments of brightness and darkness this world has to offer, crafting music that's at once soaring and intimate, stripped-back and explosive. Stuttery hip-hop and R&B-influenced percussion underpins his weathered vocals as he combines organic…
We Only Want the Earth! Mark Curran, Michaële Cutaya, Ella de Burca, Catherine Delaney, Doireann ni Ghrioghair, Sean Lynch, and Tom Molloy. Curated by Jim Ricks Adobe Books Backroom Gallery, 3130 24th St., San Francisco FEBRUARY 8 – APRIL 5 2018 Reception March 29th 5:30-7:30pm -- We Only Want the…
Lively traditional Irish dancing to live music at the Plough and Stars in San Francisco. First Thursdays start at 8:00 pm.
This is a walking tour telling the story of the Irish Influence in San Francisco from the 1840s until today. Your guide tells of the enormous influence the Irish diaspora has had in making San Francisco the vibrant, successful, enigmatic city it now is. Hear how one Irish man helped…
Tune in to KALW 91.7 this Saturday (3/31) at 3 p.m. Folk Music & Beyond presents a special concert recording with American roots artist Tim O'Brien and Lunasa, one of Ireland's leading traditional bands. This concert was recorded last month in Berkeley at the Freight & Salvage. KALW presents Celtic…
Third Anniversary party with music by piano maestro Johnny Holden Food, drink and fun!
Erica and Friends Playing at Revolution Cafe, San Francisco.
CALENDAR SPONSORED IN PART BY THE CONSULATE GENERAL OF IRELAND, SAN FRANCISCO
