Dateline - September 13
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Diane V. Byrnes DATELINE IRISH
78 GRANT AVE. September 13, 2009
PITTSBURGH, PA. 15223 PROGRAM # 1121
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Sunday’s, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Irish / Celtic Radio Programming
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ONLINE: http://www.wedo810.com
Diane V. Byrnes DATELINE IRISH
78 GRANT AVE. September 13, 2009
PITTSBURGH, PA. 15223 PROGRAM # 1121
412.781.6368
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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.
· Saint Lawrence O`Toole Parish will hold a first ever church picnic at the activities building at Broad St. and Atlantic Avenue following the 10 AM mass. The plan is to celebrate the mass outdoors at the Broad Street field and vegetable garden. Bring a covered dish, and join other parishioners in lively conversation.
· Fundraiser for Sunny Carney, a cancer patient, at Boyce Park , Silver Beaver Lodge, (off New Texas Road) from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
· 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.
· Now through September 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
Monday, September 14
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features an Acoustic Jam at 7:00 PM.
Tuesday, September 15
· 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 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. Tom O’Carroll 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.
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., in The Strip, 412-642-6622, Tom O’Carroll inside on stage at 9:00 PM.
Sunday, September 20
· Pittsburgh Ceili Club ‘Club Picnic’ at North Park.
· Gaelic Arts Society of Pittsburgh, season Opening Brunch (Buffet) at the Pittsburgh Athletic Association (PAA) 5th Ave. in Oakland at 12:00 Noon. Call Earl McCabe for a Reservation, 412.761.1844.
· 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. Interview with Pittsburgh Ren Festival.
Thursday, September 24 through Saturday, September 26
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., in The Strip, 412-642-6622, Pat Garvey inside on stage at 8:30PM on Thursday and 9:00 PM Friday & Saturday after the Notre Dame Game.
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.
· Fundraiser for The Ireland Institute of Pittsburgh with Singer, Songwriter Tommy Sands, at Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., In The Strip. Doors open at 6:00PM, concert at 7:00PM. Information 412.394.3900.
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
Thursday, October 1 through Sunday, November 1
· Pittsburgh Public Theatre Presents “Ella” at the O’Reilly Theatre, in Downtown’s Cultural District. Tickets 412.316.1600 or visit www.ppt.org. “Ella” Fitzgerald, known as ‘The First Lady of Song’ is presented by First Niagara and directed by Rob Ruggiero. PPT is led by Producing Artistic Director, Ted Pappas.
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.
· Pittsburgh Ceili Club Monthly Ceili, “Crazy Hat Ceili” at VFW on Morningside Ave in Morningside, Workshop 7:00PM, Ceili at 8:00 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.
Sunday, October 4
· 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. Interview with Composer, Songwriter, Phil Coulter.
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.
Sunday, October 25
· Gaelic Arts Society of Pittsburgh presents Susan Shegog, owner of ‘The Celtic Connections Stop’, Lincoln Ave. in Bellevue. Susan will give a talk and tell stories of interest to many. Synod Hall in Oakland 2:30PM followed by a reception. Free and open to the public. Information 412.761.1844.
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; Singer, Songwriter & Musician, Christopher Laughrey; 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.
· Pittsburgh Ceili Club Monthly Ceili at VFW on Morningside Ave. in Morningside, Workshop 7:00 PM, Ceili at 8:00 PM.
· 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.
November 29
· The Gaelic Arts Society of Pittsburgh will sponsor the Annual Memorial Mass for deceased members of the GAS, St. Paul’s Cathedral at 12:00 Noon. Lunch at a local restaurant where Earl McCabe will give a Book Review on “The Belfast Diary” by John Conroy. Information Earl McCabe, 412.761.1844.
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.
·Pittsburgh Ceili Club ‘Christmas Ceili’ at VFW on Morningside Ave. in Morningside; Ceili at 7:00 PM.
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
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.
· Saint Lawrence O`Toole Parish will hold a first ever church picnic at the activities building at Broad St. and Atlantic Avenue following the 10 AM mass. The plan is to celebrate the mass outdoors at the Broad Street field and vegetable garden. Bring a covered dish, and join other parishioners in lively conversation.
· Fundraiser for Sunny Carney, a cancer patient, at Boyce Park , Silver Beaver Lodge, (off New Texas Road) from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
· 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.
· Now through September 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
Monday, September 14
· Paddy’s Pour House, 215 East Main Street, Carnegie, 412-279-0770, features an Acoustic Jam at 7:00 PM.
Tuesday, September 15
· 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 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. Tom O’Carroll 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.
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., in The Strip, 412-642-6622, Tom O’Carroll inside on stage at 9:00 PM.
Sunday, September 20
· Pittsburgh Ceili Club ‘Club Picnic’ at North Park.
· Gaelic Arts Society of Pittsburgh, season Opening Brunch (Buffet) at the Pittsburgh Athletic Association (PAA) 5th Ave. in Oakland at 12:00 Noon. Call Earl McCabe for a Reservation, 412.761.1844.
· 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. Interview with Pittsburgh Ren Festival.
Thursday, September 24 through Saturday, September 26
· Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., in The Strip, 412-642-6622, Pat Garvey inside on stage at 8:30PM on Thursday and 9:00 PM Friday & Saturday after the Notre Dame Game.
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.
· Fundraiser for The Ireland Institute of Pittsburgh with Singer, Songwriter Tommy Sands, at Mullaney’s Harp & Fiddle, 2329 Penn Ave., In The Strip. Doors open at 6:00PM, concert at 7:00PM. Information 412.394.3900.
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
Thursday, October 1 through Sunday, November 1
· Pittsburgh Public Theatre Presents “Ella” at the O’Reilly Theatre, in Downtown’s Cultural District. Tickets 412.316.1600 or visit www.ppt.org. “Ella” Fitzgerald, known as ‘The First Lady of Song’ is presented by First Niagara and directed by Rob Ruggiero. PPT is led by Producing Artistic Director, Ted Pappas.
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.
· Pittsburgh Ceili Club Monthly Ceili, “Crazy Hat Ceili” at VFW on Morningside Ave in Morningside, Workshop 7:00PM, Ceili at 8:00 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.
Sunday, October 4
· 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. Interview with Composer, Songwriter, Phil Coulter.
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.
Sunday, October 25
· Gaelic Arts Society of Pittsburgh presents Susan Shegog, owner of ‘The Celtic Connections Stop’, Lincoln Ave. in Bellevue. Susan will give a talk and tell stories of interest to many. Synod Hall in Oakland 2:30PM followed by a reception. Free and open to the public. Information 412.761.1844.
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; Singer, Songwriter & Musician, Christopher Laughrey; 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.
· Pittsburgh Ceili Club Monthly Ceili at VFW on Morningside Ave. in Morningside, Workshop 7:00 PM, Ceili at 8:00 PM.
· 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.
November 29
· The Gaelic Arts Society of Pittsburgh will sponsor the Annual Memorial Mass for deceased members of the GAS, St. Paul’s Cathedral at 12:00 Noon. Lunch at a local restaurant where Earl McCabe will give a Book Review on “The Belfast Diary” by John Conroy. Information Earl McCabe, 412.761.1844.
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.
·Pittsburgh Ceili Club ‘Christmas Ceili’ at VFW on Morningside Ave. in Morningside; Ceili at 7:00 PM.
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
Guests & Interviews
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 Conference
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 Arts Society 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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