Fiddler Jesse Smith (guitar & songs by Ryan McGiver)

Jesse can breathe life into musical notes that have long remained silent on the pages of 19th century manuscripts as well as play tunes of a comparatively more recent vintage.

Sat., Feb. 11; 8 PM ~ $15 in advance ~ $18 at the door

Coatesville Cultural Society / 143 E. Lincoln Hwy, Coatesville, PA / 610-486-2220
► tickets @ CTIMS.info

Jesse Smith grew up in Baltimore immersed in the Irish music tradition of that city. He has been living in Ireland for thirteen years now. Both of his parents are musicians and he started playing the fiddle at an early age, studying with the renowned teacher and player Brendan Mulvihill. In 1998 his love for the music took him to Ireland to stay, and he made his mark initially as a fiddler with the great Irish band Danú. He has since attained a level of skill, confidence and artistic judgement usually associated with older players. His travels and experiences in Ireland have rounded out his musical education and helped him to develop his own individual approach.

~ Save $3 per ticket over the door price: reserve online @ CTIMS.info ~

Sadly, Jim Prendergast (aka “Whitey”) passed away this morning (Thursday) at his home in Breezy Point after a long illness.

Visitation:

Saturday, January 28th 5 pm to 9 pm

Sunday, January 29th 2 pm to 7 pm

Denis S. O’Connor Funeral Home

91-05 Beach Channel Dr.

Rockaway Beach, NY 11693.

718-634-4011

Funeral Mass:

Monday, January 30th 10 am

St. Thomas Moore Church

Breezy Point, NY

For information call Annmarie: 718-945-9364

A fundraiser event to benefit CnG youth education programs.

PLEASE SAVE THE DATE !!

Saturday, Feb 11th from 7 till  ?  $20 per person, $30 per couple
ALL PROCEEDS TO GO TO BENEFIT CLADDAGH NA nGAEL INSTRUCTION PROGRAMS.
Live entertainment and dancing. Finger food and Cash Bar.
Music will be contemporary Irish (Saw Doctors / Christy Moore / Modern Trad)

Knights of Columbus Hall
200 Fair Haven Road
Fair Haven, NJ

Please pass the word and bring your sweetie

Dermot Francis Farley
Chairman ~ Claddagh na nGael
732-915-2191
www.irishshore.org

January 2012

Dear members of Comhaltas Ceoiltoiri Eireann,

The Killoran-Clancy Branch will honor the late John “Jack” Whelan on Sunday January 29, 2012. As of this date, the branch will proudly be called Killoran-Clancy-Whelan, as his name will be added as a way of showing thanks and acknowledgement for his many years of service, not only to our branch, but for all who loved Irish arts in the New York community. He was very dedicated and passionate about promoting Irish culture, particularly music and dance.

A perpetual cup will be dedicated in his memory, and will be awarded annually at the Mid-Atlantic Regional Fleadh Cheoil.

We were lucky to have him, and we are especially excited to host this very special tribute event at the Irish American Center in Mineola. Doors will be open from 4-8 and music will be provided by the Ceol na Croi ceili band from 4:30-7:30. We look forward to seeing all of those who can attend, and encourage any who may be unable to attend to send messages along to the Whelan Family, who will be present at this very special occasion.

Annmarie Acosta Williams

See also Paul Keating’s article on IrishCentral.com’s article by clicking here!

A new series showcasing Ireland’s songwriting tradition, curated by Grammy-Award winner Susan McKeown.  In February, March and May, Irish Arts Center invites you to spend an evening with some of Ireland’s best contemporary songwriters as they tell their stories up close and acoustically in the intimate Donaghy Theatre.

• Friday, February 17 | 8 pm | Susan McKeown and Declan O’Rourke
• Friday, March 23 | Michael Brunnock and Brendan O’Shea
• Friday, May 11 | Mark Geary and Ann Scott

Admission: $18 non-member / $15 member

Irishartscenter.org or 866-811-4111

This program is made possible, in part, by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature and Culture Ireland, the agency for the promotion of Irish arts worldwide.

The Irish-American Ass’n. of Northwest Jersey will hold a céilí on Sunday, January 22 from 4 – 8 at their headquarters on Richard Mine Road (off Rt. 15 North) in Rockaway Township, NJ.  Music for dancing will be by Jack sa Bhosca.  For directions check iaanj.com or call Jack at 973-853-7047; email: Ajhack1@aol.com

Sunday February 12, 2012, 11AM-3PM

New York Irish Center
10-40 Jackson Avenue
Long Island City, Queens, New York

A taste of music, dance, song, language, and breakfast too! All are welcome. Bring your instruments and dancing shoes.

Family Fun Event, with something for everyone! For information call Annmarie @ 718-945-9364

The Killoran-Clancy branch will become the KILLORAN-CLANCY-WHELAN BRANCH on Sunday, January 29th, as we gather together to honor Mr. Jack Whelan.  Our branch will proudly add the name “Whelan” on this very special occasion.  Doors will be open from 4-8. $20 per person, music will be provided by Ceol na Croi from 4:30-7:30 (Brendan Fahy, John Nolan, Linda Hickman, Michelle Bergin).  The event will be held at the Irish American Center in Mineola (297 Willis Avenue)

For information call Annmarie: 718-945-9364