Dateline - August 30
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Sunday, August 30
· Irish American Unity Conference will sponsor a ‘Hunger Strike Commemoration’ Mass at St. Patrick’s Church, 17th Street & Liberty Ave. in The Strip, 12:00 Noon with Fr. O’Donnell celebrating.
· Echoes of Erin 12:30PM till 2:00PM on WEDO 810AM – The Ireland Report with Diane Byrnes, Producer & Host of Echoes of Erin.
· The Ireland Institute of Pittsburgh is seeking Host Families for young adults, 18-26, from Monaghan in the Republic of Ireland and Portadown in Northern Ireland; they will be coming to Pittsburgh on September 3. Call 412.394.3900, Website: www.iiofpitt.org.
Tuesday, September 1
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., in The Strip, 412-642-6622: Ceili Dancing from 7:00pm.
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Irish Night with Harp & Guinness Specials from 8:00 PM.
Wednesday, September 2
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Potters Reel at 7:00 PM.
Thursday, September 3 – Sunday, September 6
· The National Festival of Wales hosted by Pittsburgh’s St. David’s Society, at Hilton Hotel, downtown Pittsburgh. There will be Concert Thursday night with Ar Log and Dafydd Iwan, Friday and Saturday, Seminars on Welsh Music, History & Culture; a Grand Concert with ‘The North American Welsh Choir and Welsh Soloists’; a Welsh Marketplace and Tea Room throughout, a Welsh Pub Night; on Sunday Gymanfa Ganu – lift your voice in a celebration of Welsh Hymn-Singing. Details 412.731.3489. Website: www.wngga.org. Tickets can be purchased at door and a One Day Pass is available as well.
Friday, September 4
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., in The Strip, 412-642-6622:
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Jack Puskar on vocals & guitar, 9:00 PM.
Saturday, September 5 through Monday, September 7
· Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival & Artisans Marketplace Themed Weekends – “Prince, Princess & Pirate Party”, exit 51A (old 24A) Tr. 31 East on I-70, six miles west of New Stanton, Pa. www.pgh-renfest.com.
Saturday, September 5
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., in The Strip, 412-642-6622:
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Ballad Singer, Sean McClorey, 9:00 PM.
Sunday, September 6
· Echoes of Erin on WEDO 810AM from 12:30PM to 2:00PM; The Ireland Report with Patricia Sharkey, Editor of the Donegal News Letter, www.dun-na-ngall.com. Guest in studio, Earl McCabe, President of the Gaelic Arts Society of Pittsburgh.
Monday, September 7 – Labor Day in America
· Paddy’s Pour House is closed for the holiday
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle is closed for the holiday.
September 10 – 26
· Pittsburgh Irish & Classical Theatre, ‘Crime and Punishment’ at the Henry Heymann Theatre, www.picttheatre.org 412.561.6000. Tickets: ProArtsTickets at 412.394.3353, online www.proartstickets.org
Thursday, September 10 – Saturday, September 12
· Carnegie Arts & Heritage Festival celebrated at Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie.
Friday, September 11 – Sunday, September 13
· Pittsburgh Irish Festival at The Riverplex at Sandcastle off the Homestead Highlevel Bridge / Homestead Gray Bridge. Entertainment provided by Solas, Scythian, Pogey, Gaelic Storm, Slide, The Prodigals, Cahal Dunne, Hooley, Michael Murphy & The Shannon River Band, Terry Griffith, Corned Beef & Curry, Mike Gallagher, Red Hand Paddy, Mark Guiser, plus more. Information: 412.422.1113 or http://www.pghirishfest.org/Site/Entertainers.html Gaelic Mass 10 AM on Sunday with Fr. Sean Kealy.
Friday, September 11
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., in The Strip, 412-642-6622: Happy Hour on the Deck at 5:30pm. Entertainment inside on stage at 9:00 PM.
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Ballad Singer Sean McClorey, 9:00 PM.
Saturday, September 12 & Sunday, September 13
· Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival & Artisans Marketplace Themed Weekends – “Irish Festival”, exit 51A (old 24A) Tr. 31 East on I-70, six miles west of New Stanton, Pa. www.pgh-renfest.com.
Saturday, September 12
· Hibernian Hunger Project "Produce to People" Braddock location 9th Street & Talbot Avenue Braddock Pa. at 8:30am. Information: Terry Callahan by Email: terencecallahan@comcast.net or Kevin O’Donnell Email: aohalpa17@hotmail.com or 412-613-3500.
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., in The Strip, 412-642-6622, entertainment at 9:00 PM.
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Mark Guiser on vocals & guitar, 9:00 PM.
Sunday, September 13
· Echoes of Erin on WEDO 810AM from 12:30PM to 2:00PM; The Ireland Report with Ann Bray in Dublin. Guest in studio is Joanne Quinn-Smith, Publisher and Host of www.PositivelyLivePittsburghMagazine.com.
Monday, September 14
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features an Acoustic Jam at 7:00 PM.
Wednesday, September 16 – Saturday, September 19
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., in The Strip, 412-642-6622 features Singer, Musician, Story Teller, Tom O’Carroll, 8:30PM & 9:00PM.
Wednesday, September 16
· ‘Window to Ireland’ designed to give you an overview of Irish cultural topics including geography, history, economy, the language, Gaelic surnames, poetry and music. Class includes a ‘hands-on’ drawing class of Celtic symbols, handicrafts and a travel video and Irish dancing. Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC) Downtown Campus, 625 Stanwix Street, 11th floor, 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Six classes on Wednesdays’ – Sept. 16, 28 (due to the G20 Summit), 30, Oct. 7, 14 & 21. Tuition $75. Information and registration – 412.369.3703. Other information John F. Webber 412.758.5446.
Friday, September 18
· AOH Division 4, North Hills are sponsoring their 2nd Annual Irish Heritage Classic at ‘Pittsburgh National Golf Club’ in Gibsonia PA. Registration / Lunch 11:30AM; benefits the Tuition Assistance Fund. Information: Patrick Regan 412.338.1123 or Bob Parry 724.933.0427
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., in The Strip, 412-642-6622, Happy Hour on the Deck at 5:30pm. Entertainment inside on stage at 9:00 PM.
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Ballad Singer Mike Gallagher, 9:00 PM.
Saturday, September 19 & Sunday, September 20
· Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival & Artisans Marketplace Themed Weekends – “Wine Revelry”, exit 51A (old 24A) Tr. 31 East on I-70, six miles west of New Stanton, Pa. www.pgh-renfest.com.
Saturday, September 19
· AOH Sean MacBride Division 32, 20th Anniversary Celebration at Chartiers Country Club.
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Mark Guiser on vocals & guitar, 9:00PM
Sunday, September 20
· Pittsburgh Ceili Club ‘Club Picnic’ at North Park.
· Echoes of Erin 12:30PM till 2:00 PM on WEDO 810AM – The Ireland Report with Davy Kettyles, Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh. Special program in memory of Jim Curran.
Friday, September 25
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Jack Puskar on vocals & guitar, 9:00 PM.
Saturday, September 26 & Sunday, September 27
· Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival & Artisans Marketplace Themed Weekends – “Celtic Fling”, exit 51A (old 24A) Tr. 31 East on I-70, six miles west of New Stanton, Pa. www.pgh-renfest.com.
Sunday, September 27
· AOH Monsignor Charles Owen Rice, South Hills Division One will host their Communion Breakfast, 10AM, South Hills Country Club. Admission $20. Information & Reservations: Rich O’Malley, 412.401.3945, Email: pghsaintpat@verizon.net,
· Echoes of Erin 12:30PM till 2:00PM on WEDO 810AM – The Ireland Report with Mairtin O’Muilleoir, Managing Director of The Belfast Media Group including the Irish Echo; www.irishecho.com.
Monday, September 28 and Wednesday, September 30
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features an Acoustic Jam, 7:00 PM.
· ‘Window to Ireland’ designed to give you an overview of Irish cultural topics including geography, history, economy, the language, Gaelic surnames, poetry and music. Class includes a ‘hands-on’ drawing class of Celtic symbols, handicrafts and a travel video and Irish dancing. Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC) Downtown Campus, 625 Stanwix Street, 11th floor, 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Six classes on Wednesdays’ – Sept. 16, 28 (due to the G20 Summit), 30, Oct. 7, 14 & 21. Tuition $75. Information and registration – 412.369.3703 Other information John F. Webber 412.758.5446
Friday, October 2
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., in The Strip, 412-642-6622 features The Malones from Ireland & Philadelphia, 9:00 PM.
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Mark Guiser on vocals & guitar, 9:00 PM.
Saturday, October 3
· Hibernian Hunger Project "Produce to People" Braddock location 9th Street & Talbot Avenue Braddock Pa. at 8:30am. Information: Terry Callahan by Email: terencecallahan@comcast.net or Kevin O’Donnell Email: aohalpa17@hotmail.com or 412-613-3500.
· Thistle & Pine 2nd Annual Celtic Festival, 10:00AM to 5:00PM, 7570 Route 119 Highway N., Marion Center PA. Info 724-397-2442. Pipers, Highland Dancers, Free Admittance.
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., in The Strip, 412-642-6622 features The Malones from Ireland & Philadelphia, 9:00 PM.
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Ballad Singer Sean McClorey, 9:00 PM.
Saturday, October 3 & Sunday, October 4
· Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival & Artisans Marketplace Themed Weekends – “Oktoberfest: A Final Huzzah”, exit 51A (old 24A) Tr. 31 East on I-70, six miles west of New Stanton, Pa. www.pgh-renfest.com.
Wednesday, October 7
· ‘Window to Ireland’ designed to give you an overview of Irish cultural topics including geography, history, economy, the language, Gaelic surnames, poetry and music. Class includes a ‘hands-on’ drawing class of Celtic symbols, handicrafts and a travel video and Irish dancing. Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC) Downtown Campus, 625 Stanwix Street, 11th floor, 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Six classes on Wednesdays’ – Sept. 16, 28 (due to the G20 Summit), 30, Oct. 7, 14 & 21. Tuition $75. Information and registration – 412.369.3703 Other information John F. Webber 412.758.5446
Friday & Saturday, October 9 & 10
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., in The Strip, 412-642-6622 features Full Kilt at 9:00 PM.
Friday, October 9
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Ballad Singer Sean McClorey, 9:00 PM.
Saturday, October 10
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Mark Guiser on vocals & guitar, 9:00 PM.
Monday, October 12
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features an Acoustic Jam, 7:00 PM.
Wednesday, October 21
· ‘Window to Ireland’ designed to give you an overview of Irish cultural topics including geography, history, economy, the language, Gaelic surnames, poetry and music. Class includes a ‘hands-on’ drawing class of Celtic symbols, handicrafts and a travel video and Irish dancing. Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC) Downtown Campus, 625 Stanwix Street, 11th floor, 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Six classes on Wednesdays’ – Sept. 16, 28 (due to the G20 Summit), 30, Oct. 7, 14 & 21. Tuition $75. Information and registration – 412.369.3703 Other information John F. Webber 412.758.5446
Friday, October 16
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Ballad Singer, Sean McClorey, 9:00 PM.
Saturday, October 17
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Ballad Singer, Mike Gallagher, 9:00 PM.
Friday, October 23
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Jack Puskar on vocals & guitar, 9:00 PM.
Saturday, October 24
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Mark Guiser on vocals & guitar, 9:00 PM.
Monday, October 26
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features an Acoustic Jam, 7:00 PM.
Thursday, October 29
· “Names – Their Origin and Meaning” focusing on names from America, England, Germany, Italy & Ireland and with a peek at Scotland and Wales, presented by John F. Webber at Community College of Allegheny County, Downtown Campus., 625 Stanwix Street, 11th Floor, 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Dates: Oct. 29, Nov. 5, 12, 19, Dec. 3, & 10. Tuition $75. Information and registration 412.369.3701 / 3703. Other information 412.758.5446.
Friday, October 30
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Ballad Singer, Seam McClorey, 9:00 PM.
Saturday, October 31
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, will enjoy Halloween Evening, no singer tonight. You come and sing with the Ghouls & Ghosts!
Sunday, November 1
· Samhain, The Celtic New Year Celebration, at Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, (Mullaney’s Castle). Fundraiser for Echoes of Erin. Entertainment with Ballad Singer, Terry Griffith, plus more. Doors open at 4:00PM. Further Details TBA.
Thursday, November 5
· “Names – Their Origin and Meaning” focusing on names from America, England, Germany, Italy & Ireland and with a peek at Scotland and Wales, presented by John F. Webber at Community College of Allegheny County, Downtown Campus., 625 Stanwix Street, 11th Floor, 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Dates: Oct. 29, Nov. 5, 12, 19, Dec. 3, & 10. Tuition $75. Information and registration 412.369.3701 / 3703. Other information 412.758.5446.
Friday & Saturday, November 6 & 7
·The Balmoral Classic at Shady Side Academy, Fox Chapel. Featuring the US Junior Solo Bagpiping Championship Competition & Concert at Hillman Center for Performing Arts. Information: George Balderose, 412.323.2707 or www.balmoralclassic.org OR www.bagpiping.org
Saturday, November 7
· Hibernian Hunger Project "Produce to People" Braddock location 9th Street & Talbot Avenue Braddock Pa. at 8:30am. Information: Terry Callahan by Email: terencecallahan@comcast.net or Kevin O’Donnell Email: aohalpa17@hotmail.com or 412-613-3500.
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Mark Guiser on vocals & guitar at 9:00 PM.
November 11 -14
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., in The Strip, 412-642-6622 features, Singer, Musician, Story Teller, Tom O’Carroll, 8:30PM & 9:00PM.
Thursday, November 12
· “Names – Their Origin and Meaning” focusing on names from America, England, Germany, Italy & Ireland and with a peek at Scotland and Wales, presented by John F. Webber at Community College of Allegheny County, Downtown Campus., 625 Stanwix Street, 11th Floor, 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Dates: Oct. 29, Nov. 5, 12, 19, Dec. 3, & 10. Tuition $75. Information and registration 412.369.3701 / 3703. Other information 412.758.5446.
Thursday, November 19
· “Names – Their Origin and Meaning” focusing on names from America, England, Germany, Italy & Ireland and with a peek at Scotland and Wales, presented by John F. Webber at Community College of Allegheny County, Downtown Campus., 625 Stanwix Street, 11th Floor, 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Dates: Oct. 29, Nov. 5, 12, 19, Dec. 3, & 10. Tuition $75. Information and registration 412.369.3701 / 3703. Other information 412.758.5446.
Saturday, November 21
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., in The Strip, 412-642-6622 features The Oyster Festival. Details TBA.
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features
Saturday & Sunday, November 21 & 22
· Senator John Heinz History Center presents ‘The 2009 Heritage Holidays Weekend’ featuring Ethnic Foods, Live Performances, Holiday Decorations, Easy Crafts, Heritage Information. History Center at 1212 Smallman St. in The Strip. Other details TBA.
December 3 – 20
· Pittsburgh Irish & Classical Theatre, ‘Jane Eyre’ at the Charity Randall Theatre, www.picttheatre.org 412.561.6000. Tickets: ProArtsTickets at 412.394.3353, online www.proartstickets.org
Thursday, December 3
· “Names – Their Origin and Meaning” focusing on names from America, England, Germany, Italy & Ireland and with a peek at Scotland and Wales, presented by John F. Webber at Community College of Allegheny County, Downtown Campus., 625 Stanwix Street, 11th Floor, 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Dates: Oct. 29, Nov. 5, 12, 19, Dec. 3, & 10. Tuition $75. Information and registration 412.369.3701 / 3703. Other information 412.758.5446.
Saturday, December 5
·Hibernian Hunger Project "Produce to People" Braddock location 9th Street & Talbot Avenue Braddock Pa. at 8:30am. Information: Terry Callahan by Email: terencecallahan@comcast.net or Kevin O’Donnell Email: aohalpa17@hotmail.com or 412-613-3500.
Thursday, December 10
·“Names – Their Origin and Meaning” focusing on names from America, England, Germany, Italy & Ireland and with a peek at Scotland and Wales, presented by John F. Webber at Community College of Allegheny County, Downtown Campus., 625 Stanwix Street, 11th Floor, 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Dates: Oct. 29, Nov. 5, 12, 19, Dec. 3, & 10. Tuition $75. Information and registration 412.369.3701 / 3703. Other information 412.758.5446.
January 23-30, 2010
·Irish Festival Cruise aboard MSC Poesia sailing from Ft. Lauderdale and calling on the ports of San Juan, St. Maarten, Tortola and Nassau. Entertainment with The Black Family – Shay, Mary & Michael, Johnny McEvoy, Tommy Sands, Karan Casey Band, Ennis, The Elders, Captain Mackie Goatskin & String Band, Tommy Sands, Ennis, and Matt Cunningham’s Irish Ceili Band. 1-800-441-HARP. Online at www.irishtours.com.
March 5, 2010
·Cherish The Ladies in Concert at The Byham Theatre, Sixth Street, Downtown Pgh. Details TBA. www.pgharts.org/venues/byham.aspx
Irish Groups & Organizations
Ancient Order of Hibernians, Allegheny County Board, AOH Division 1, 4, & 17 - http://www.pittsburghirish.org/AOH/index.htm
Ancient Order of Hibernians, Division 32 - http://aoh32.org/blog.html
Daughters of Erin and Knights of Equity - http://www.knightsofequity.com/daughters.html
Hall Rental, Blair Leahy – 724-935-4015
Ireland Institute of Pittsburgh - www.iiofpitt.org.
Irish American Unity Conference - www.pittsburghirish.org/IAUC/index.htm
Irish Centre of Pittsburgh – http://www.pittsburghirish.org/irishcentre
Pittsburgh Ceili Club - www.pittsburghceiliclub.org/
Pittsburgh Irish Centre - http://www.pittsburghirish.org/irishcentre/index.htm
Guests & Interviews
Aug 16 - Jeannine Lanigan & Rob Willis, St. David Society & the Welsh National Fest
Aug 23 - Cahal Liam, Author; www.cathallian.com
Aug 30 - Winifred Horan, Solas – fiddle player
Sep 06 - Earl McCabe, President Gaelic Arts Society of Pittsburgh
Sep 13 - Joanne Quinn-Smith, www.PositivelyPittsburghLiveMagazine.com
Oct 4 - Phil Coulter with The High Kings
Oct 11 - Kate McCabe, National President, Irish American Unity ConferenceSunday, August 30
· Irish American Unity Conference will sponsor a ‘Hunger Strike Commemoration’ Mass at St. Patrick’s Church, 17th Street & Liberty Ave. in The Strip, 12:00 Noon with Fr. O’Donnell celebrating.
· Echoes of Erin 12:30PM till 2:00PM on WEDO 810AM – The Ireland Report with Diane Byrnes, Producer & Host of Echoes of Erin.
· The Ireland Institute of Pittsburgh is seeking Host Families for young adults, 18-26, from Monaghan in the Republic of Ireland and Portadown in Northern Ireland; they will be coming to Pittsburgh on September 3. Call 412.394.3900, Website: www.iiofpitt.org.
Tuesday, September 1
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., in The Strip, 412-642-6622: Ceili Dancing from 7:00pm.
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Irish Night with Harp & Guinness Specials from 8:00 PM.
Wednesday, September 2
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Potters Reel at 7:00 PM.
Thursday, September 3 – Sunday, September 6
· The National Festival of Wales hosted by Pittsburgh’s St. David’s Society, at Hilton Hotel, downtown Pittsburgh. There will be Concert Thursday night with Ar Log and Dafydd Iwan, Friday and Saturday, Seminars on Welsh Music, History & Culture; a Grand Concert with ‘The North American Welsh Choir and Welsh Soloists’; a Welsh Marketplace and Tea Room throughout, a Welsh Pub Night; on Sunday Gymanfa Ganu – lift your voice in a celebration of Welsh Hymn-Singing. Details 412.731.3489. Website: www.wngga.org. Tickets can be purchased at door and a One Day Pass is available as well.
Friday, September 4
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., in The Strip, 412-642-6622:
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Jack Puskar on vocals & guitar, 9:00 PM.
Saturday, September 5 through Monday, September 7
· Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival & Artisans Marketplace Themed Weekends – “Prince, Princess & Pirate Party”, exit 51A (old 24A) Tr. 31 East on I-70, six miles west of New Stanton, Pa. www.pgh-renfest.com.
Saturday, September 5
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., in The Strip, 412-642-6622:
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Ballad Singer, Sean McClorey, 9:00 PM.
Sunday, September 6
· Echoes of Erin on WEDO 810AM from 12:30PM to 2:00PM; The Ireland Report with Patricia Sharkey, Editor of the Donegal News Letter, www.dun-na-ngall.com. Guest in studio, Earl McCabe, President of the Gaelic Arts Society of Pittsburgh.
Monday, September 7 – Labor Day in America
· Paddy’s Pour House is closed for the holiday
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle is closed for the holiday.
September 10 – 26
· Pittsburgh Irish & Classical Theatre, ‘Crime and Punishment’ at the Henry Heymann Theatre, www.picttheatre.org 412.561.6000. Tickets: ProArtsTickets at 412.394.3353, online www.proartstickets.org
Thursday, September 10 – Saturday, September 12
· Carnegie Arts & Heritage Festival celebrated at Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie.
Friday, September 11 – Sunday, September 13
· Pittsburgh Irish Festival at The Riverplex at Sandcastle off the Homestead Highlevel Bridge / Homestead Gray Bridge. Entertainment provided by Solas, Scythian, Pogey, Gaelic Storm, Slide, The Prodigals, Cahal Dunne, Hooley, Michael Murphy & The Shannon River Band, Terry Griffith, Corned Beef & Curry, Mike Gallagher, Red Hand Paddy, Mark Guiser, plus more. Information: 412.422.1113 or http://www.pghirishfest.org/Site/Entertainers.html Gaelic Mass 10 AM on Sunday with Fr. Sean Kealy.
Friday, September 11
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., in The Strip, 412-642-6622: Happy Hour on the Deck at 5:30pm. Entertainment inside on stage at 9:00 PM.
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Ballad Singer Sean McClorey, 9:00 PM.
Saturday, September 12 & Sunday, September 13
· Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival & Artisans Marketplace Themed Weekends – “Irish Festival”, exit 51A (old 24A) Tr. 31 East on I-70, six miles west of New Stanton, Pa. www.pgh-renfest.com.
Saturday, September 12
· Hibernian Hunger Project "Produce to People" Braddock location 9th Street & Talbot Avenue Braddock Pa. at 8:30am. Information: Terry Callahan by Email: terencecallahan@comcast.net or Kevin O’Donnell Email: aohalpa17@hotmail.com or 412-613-3500.
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., in The Strip, 412-642-6622, entertainment at 9:00 PM.
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Mark Guiser on vocals & guitar, 9:00 PM.
Sunday, September 13
· Echoes of Erin on WEDO 810AM from 12:30PM to 2:00PM; The Ireland Report with Ann Bray in Dublin. Guest in studio is Joanne Quinn-Smith, Publisher and Host of www.PositivelyLivePittsburghMagazine.com.
Monday, September 14
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features an Acoustic Jam at 7:00 PM.
Wednesday, September 16 – Saturday, September 19
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., in The Strip, 412-642-6622 features Singer, Musician, Story Teller, Tom O’Carroll, 8:30PM & 9:00PM.
Wednesday, September 16
· ‘Window to Ireland’ designed to give you an overview of Irish cultural topics including geography, history, economy, the language, Gaelic surnames, poetry and music. Class includes a ‘hands-on’ drawing class of Celtic symbols, handicrafts and a travel video and Irish dancing. Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC) Downtown Campus, 625 Stanwix Street, 11th floor, 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Six classes on Wednesdays’ – Sept. 16, 28 (due to the G20 Summit), 30, Oct. 7, 14 & 21. Tuition $75. Information and registration – 412.369.3703. Other information John F. Webber 412.758.5446.
Friday, September 18
· AOH Division 4, North Hills are sponsoring their 2nd Annual Irish Heritage Classic at ‘Pittsburgh National Golf Club’ in Gibsonia PA. Registration / Lunch 11:30AM; benefits the Tuition Assistance Fund. Information: Patrick Regan 412.338.1123 or Bob Parry 724.933.0427
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., in The Strip, 412-642-6622, Happy Hour on the Deck at 5:30pm. Entertainment inside on stage at 9:00 PM.
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Ballad Singer Mike Gallagher, 9:00 PM.
Saturday, September 19 & Sunday, September 20
· Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival & Artisans Marketplace Themed Weekends – “Wine Revelry”, exit 51A (old 24A) Tr. 31 East on I-70, six miles west of New Stanton, Pa. www.pgh-renfest.com.
Saturday, September 19
· AOH Sean MacBride Division 32, 20th Anniversary Celebration at Chartiers Country Club.
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Mark Guiser on vocals & guitar, 9:00PM
Sunday, September 20
· Pittsburgh Ceili Club ‘Club Picnic’ at North Park.
· Echoes of Erin 12:30PM till 2:00 PM on WEDO 810AM – The Ireland Report with Davy Kettyles, Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh. Special program in memory of Jim Curran.
Friday, September 25
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Jack Puskar on vocals & guitar, 9:00 PM.
Saturday, September 26 & Sunday, September 27
· Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival & Artisans Marketplace Themed Weekends – “Celtic Fling”, exit 51A (old 24A) Tr. 31 East on I-70, six miles west of New Stanton, Pa. www.pgh-renfest.com.
Sunday, September 27
· AOH Monsignor Charles Owen Rice, South Hills Division One will host their Communion Breakfast, 10AM, South Hills Country Club. Admission $20. Information & Reservations: Rich O’Malley, 412.401.3945, Email: pghsaintpat@verizon.net,
· Echoes of Erin 12:30PM till 2:00PM on WEDO 810AM – The Ireland Report with Mairtin O’Muilleoir, Managing Director of The Belfast Media Group including the Irish Echo; www.irishecho.com.
Monday, September 28 and Wednesday, September 30
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features an Acoustic Jam, 7:00 PM.
· ‘Window to Ireland’ designed to give you an overview of Irish cultural topics including geography, history, economy, the language, Gaelic surnames, poetry and music. Class includes a ‘hands-on’ drawing class of Celtic symbols, handicrafts and a travel video and Irish dancing. Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC) Downtown Campus, 625 Stanwix Street, 11th floor, 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Six classes on Wednesdays’ – Sept. 16, 28 (due to the G20 Summit), 30, Oct. 7, 14 & 21. Tuition $75. Information and registration – 412.369.3703 Other information John F. Webber 412.758.5446
Friday, October 2
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., in The Strip, 412-642-6622 features The Malones from Ireland & Philadelphia, 9:00 PM.
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Mark Guiser on vocals & guitar, 9:00 PM.
Saturday, October 3
· Hibernian Hunger Project "Produce to People" Braddock location 9th Street & Talbot Avenue Braddock Pa. at 8:30am. Information: Terry Callahan by Email: terencecallahan@comcast.net or Kevin O’Donnell Email: aohalpa17@hotmail.com or 412-613-3500.
· Thistle & Pine 2nd Annual Celtic Festival, 10:00AM to 5:00PM, 7570 Route 119 Highway N., Marion Center PA. Info 724-397-2442. Pipers, Highland Dancers, Free Admittance.
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., in The Strip, 412-642-6622 features The Malones from Ireland & Philadelphia, 9:00 PM.
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Ballad Singer Sean McClorey, 9:00 PM.
Saturday, October 3 & Sunday, October 4
· Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival & Artisans Marketplace Themed Weekends – “Oktoberfest: A Final Huzzah”, exit 51A (old 24A) Tr. 31 East on I-70, six miles west of New Stanton, Pa. www.pgh-renfest.com.
Wednesday, October 7
· ‘Window to Ireland’ designed to give you an overview of Irish cultural topics including geography, history, economy, the language, Gaelic surnames, poetry and music. Class includes a ‘hands-on’ drawing class of Celtic symbols, handicrafts and a travel video and Irish dancing. Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC) Downtown Campus, 625 Stanwix Street, 11th floor, 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Six classes on Wednesdays’ – Sept. 16, 28 (due to the G20 Summit), 30, Oct. 7, 14 & 21. Tuition $75. Information and registration – 412.369.3703 Other information John F. Webber 412.758.5446
Friday & Saturday, October 9 & 10
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., in The Strip, 412-642-6622 features Full Kilt at 9:00 PM.
Friday, October 9
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Ballad Singer Sean McClorey, 9:00 PM.
Saturday, October 10
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Mark Guiser on vocals & guitar, 9:00 PM.
Monday, October 12
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features an Acoustic Jam, 7:00 PM.
Wednesday, October 21
· ‘Window to Ireland’ designed to give you an overview of Irish cultural topics including geography, history, economy, the language, Gaelic surnames, poetry and music. Class includes a ‘hands-on’ drawing class of Celtic symbols, handicrafts and a travel video and Irish dancing. Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC) Downtown Campus, 625 Stanwix Street, 11th floor, 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Six classes on Wednesdays’ – Sept. 16, 28 (due to the G20 Summit), 30, Oct. 7, 14 & 21. Tuition $75. Information and registration – 412.369.3703 Other information John F. Webber 412.758.5446
Friday, October 16
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Ballad Singer, Sean McClorey, 9:00 PM.
Saturday, October 17
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Ballad Singer, Mike Gallagher, 9:00 PM.
Friday, October 23
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Jack Puskar on vocals & guitar, 9:00 PM.
Saturday, October 24
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Mark Guiser on vocals & guitar, 9:00 PM.
Monday, October 26
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features an Acoustic Jam, 7:00 PM.
Thursday, October 29
· “Names – Their Origin and Meaning” focusing on names from America, England, Germany, Italy & Ireland and with a peek at Scotland and Wales, presented by John F. Webber at Community College of Allegheny County, Downtown Campus., 625 Stanwix Street, 11th Floor, 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Dates: Oct. 29, Nov. 5, 12, 19, Dec. 3, & 10. Tuition $75. Information and registration 412.369.3701 / 3703. Other information 412.758.5446.
Friday, October 30
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Ballad Singer, Seam McClorey, 9:00 PM.
Saturday, October 31
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, will enjoy Halloween Evening, no singer tonight. You come and sing with the Ghouls & Ghosts!
Sunday, November 1
· Samhain, The Celtic New Year Celebration, at Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, (Mullaney’s Castle). Fundraiser for Echoes of Erin. Entertainment with Ballad Singer, Terry Griffith, plus more. Doors open at 4:00PM. Further Details TBA.
Thursday, November 5
· “Names – Their Origin and Meaning” focusing on names from America, England, Germany, Italy & Ireland and with a peek at Scotland and Wales, presented by John F. Webber at Community College of Allegheny County, Downtown Campus., 625 Stanwix Street, 11th Floor, 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Dates: Oct. 29, Nov. 5, 12, 19, Dec. 3, & 10. Tuition $75. Information and registration 412.369.3701 / 3703. Other information 412.758.5446.
Friday & Saturday, November 6 & 7
·The Balmoral Classic at Shady Side Academy, Fox Chapel. Featuring the US Junior Solo Bagpiping Championship Competition & Concert at Hillman Center for Performing Arts. Information: George Balderose, 412.323.2707 or www.balmoralclassic.org OR www.bagpiping.org
Saturday, November 7
· Hibernian Hunger Project "Produce to People" Braddock location 9th Street & Talbot Avenue Braddock Pa. at 8:30am. Information: Terry Callahan by Email: terencecallahan@comcast.net or Kevin O’Donnell Email: aohalpa17@hotmail.com or 412-613-3500.
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features Mark Guiser on vocals & guitar at 9:00 PM.
November 11 -14
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., in The Strip, 412-642-6622 features, Singer, Musician, Story Teller, Tom O’Carroll, 8:30PM & 9:00PM.
Thursday, November 12
· “Names – Their Origin and Meaning” focusing on names from America, England, Germany, Italy & Ireland and with a peek at Scotland and Wales, presented by John F. Webber at Community College of Allegheny County, Downtown Campus., 625 Stanwix Street, 11th Floor, 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Dates: Oct. 29, Nov. 5, 12, 19, Dec. 3, & 10. Tuition $75. Information and registration 412.369.3701 / 3703. Other information 412.758.5446.
Thursday, November 19
· “Names – Their Origin and Meaning” focusing on names from America, England, Germany, Italy & Ireland and with a peek at Scotland and Wales, presented by John F. Webber at Community College of Allegheny County, Downtown Campus., 625 Stanwix Street, 11th Floor, 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Dates: Oct. 29, Nov. 5, 12, 19, Dec. 3, & 10. Tuition $75. Information and registration 412.369.3701 / 3703. Other information 412.758.5446.
Saturday, November 21
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., in The Strip, 412-642-6622 features The Oyster Festival. Details TBA.
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features
Saturday & Sunday, November 21 & 22
· Senator John Heinz History Center presents ‘The 2009 Heritage Holidays Weekend’ featuring Ethnic Foods, Live Performances, Holiday Decorations, Easy Crafts, Heritage Information. History Center at 1212 Smallman St. in The Strip. Other details TBA.
December 3 – 20
· Pittsburgh Irish & Classical Theatre, ‘Jane Eyre’ at the Charity Randall Theatre, www.picttheatre.org 412.561.6000. Tickets: ProArtsTickets at 412.394.3353, online www.proartstickets.org
Thursday, December 3
· “Names – Their Origin and Meaning” focusing on names from America, England, Germany, Italy & Ireland and with a peek at Scotland and Wales, presented by John F. Webber at Community College of Allegheny County, Downtown Campus., 625 Stanwix Street, 11th Floor, 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Dates: Oct. 29, Nov. 5, 12, 19, Dec. 3, & 10. Tuition $75. Information and registration 412.369.3701 / 3703. Other information 412.758.5446.
Saturday, December 5
·Hibernian Hunger Project "Produce to People" Braddock location 9th Street & Talbot Avenue Braddock Pa. at 8:30am. Information: Terry Callahan by Email: terencecallahan@comcast.net or Kevin O’Donnell Email: aohalpa17@hotmail.com or 412-613-3500.
Thursday, December 10
·“Names – Their Origin and Meaning” focusing on names from America, England, Germany, Italy & Ireland and with a peek at Scotland and Wales, presented by John F. Webber at Community College of Allegheny County, Downtown Campus., 625 Stanwix Street, 11th Floor, 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Dates: Oct. 29, Nov. 5, 12, 19, Dec. 3, & 10. Tuition $75. Information and registration 412.369.3701 / 3703. Other information 412.758.5446.
January 23-30, 2010
·Irish Festival Cruise aboard MSC Poesia sailing from Ft. Lauderdale and calling on the ports of San Juan, St. Maarten, Tortola and Nassau. Entertainment with The Black Family – Shay, Mary & Michael, Johnny McEvoy, Tommy Sands, Karan Casey Band, Ennis, The Elders, Captain Mackie Goatskin & String Band, Tommy Sands, Ennis, and Matt Cunningham’s Irish Ceili Band. 1-800-441-HARP. Online at www.irishtours.com.
March 5, 2010
·Cherish The Ladies in Concert at The Byham Theatre, Sixth Street, Downtown Pgh. Details TBA. www.pgharts.org/venues/byham.aspx
Irish Groups & Organizations
Ancient Order of Hibernians, Allegheny County Board, AOH Division 1, 4, & 17 - http://www.pittsburghirish.org/AOH/index.htm
Ancient Order of Hibernians, Division 32 - http://aoh32.org/blog.html
Daughters of Erin and Knights of Equity - http://www.knightsofequity.com/daughters.html
Hall Rental, Blair Leahy – 724-935-4015
Ireland Institute of Pittsburgh - www.iiofpitt.org.
Irish American Unity Conference - www.pittsburghirish.org/IAUC/index.htm
Irish Centre of Pittsburgh – http://www.pittsburghirish.org/irishcentre
Pittsburgh Ceili Club - www.pittsburghceiliclub.org/
Pittsburgh Irish Centre - http://www.pittsburghirish.org/irishcentre/index.htm
Guests & Interviews
Aug 16 - Jeannine Lanigan & Rob Willis, St. David Society & the Welsh National Fest
Aug 23 - Cahal Liam, Author; www.cathallian.com
Aug 30 - Winifred Horan, Solas – fiddle player
Sep 06 - Earl McCabe, President Gaelic Arts Society of Pittsburgh
Sep 13 - Joanne Quinn-Smith, www.PositivelyPittsburghLiveMagazine.com
Oct 4 - Phil Coulter with The High Kings
Nov 8 - Terri Blanchette, Community Programs Director, Senator John Heinz History Center
Inspirational Moments
Sponsored by
January - The Irish Society for Education and Charity
February - Dorothy Weldon, Immediate Past National President, LAOH
March - GDC Fine Jewelry, North Huntingdon PA
April - AOH Division 17, Monroeville
May - Echoes of Erin
June - Echoes of Erin
July - Echoes of Erin
September - Gaelic League of Pittsburgh
October - LAOH Maude Gonne, Division 32, Carnegie
November - Open
December - Open
SPONSORS OF THE IRELAND REPORT 2009
January, February & March - Goodrich, Goodrich Attorney’s At Law, 412.281.1455
April - AOH Division 1, South Hills
May - Knights of Equity http://www.knightsofequity.com/
June - AOH Division 4, North Hills
July - Ireland Institute of Pittsburgh
August - AOH Division 21, Garfield-Bloomfield
September - AOH County Board
October - AOH Division 32, Carnegie and http://aoh32.org/
November - Irish American Unity ConferenceDecember - Daughters of Erin, http://www.knightsofequity.com/doepgh.html
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