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Saturday, January 12, 2008

Current Events What's New? 01/12/08 – Pete Little Hosts Irish Aires Tonight 01/14/08 – Irish Study Classes Start at University of St. Thomas 02/01/08 – Blaggards on MyMusic Houston 02/28/08 – Translations Opens at Main Street Theater 04/05/08 – Blaggards at The Continental Club ---- New Compilation of 2007 Irish Pics with music & videos. See instructions on how to see at Irish Aires Blog. ---- 01/14/08 – Irish Study Classes Start at University of St. Thomas Classes open on Jan. 14. (late registration fees apply) Courses offered this spring are as follows: Irish Language Courses: Through the generosity of the Irish Government Department of Rural, Community and Gaeltacht Affairs, the Center for Irish Studies offers Irish language courses for credit and audit. The Irish Government provided The Center with a grant to promote the Irish language, which it is passing on to students through scholarships for Irish I credit- seeking students and free books for both credit and audit students. Classes start on January 14. Contact Lori Gallagher at 713-525-3592 or irishstudies@stthom.edu or Professor Méadhbh McInerney at mcinerm@stthom.edu for more information On the Irish courses and the scholarships. Irish I, Mondays, Wednesdays, 3:10 to 4:25 p.m. Irish II, Tuesdays, Thursdays, 3:35 to 4:50 p.m. Intermediate Irish, Tuesday, 5:30-8:15 p.m. Professor McInerney will teach Irish I, Irish II and Intermediate Irish. She is a graduate of University College Cork. Professor McInerney is Actively involved in the University life, through music and song. She is an Irish sean-nós singer and plays the fiddle and the piano. We also are offering two other interesting Irish Studies courses: Medieval Celtic Literature Dr. Kerry MacArthur, English Tuesdays, Thursdays, 2:10 to 3:25 p.m. Contemporary Irish Political and Social Issues Dr. John F. Burke, Political Science Mondays, Wednesdays, 1:40 to 2:55 p.m. Contact Lori Gallagher at 713-525-3592 or irishstudies@stthom.edu for An audit form and more information about any of the Spring Irish Studies courses. We hope to see you soon! Lori Lori M. Gallagher, J.D. Director, Center for Irish Studies University of St. Thomas 3800 Montrose Blvd. Houston, TX 77006 713-525-3592 Fax: 713-525-3866 irishstudies@stthom.edu www.stthom.edu/irishstudies ****************************** 01/22/08 – Irish Society Our Annual Business Meeting This year's business meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 2008. The location is yet to be announced. Introductory refreshments will be served; cash bar afterwards. Complimentary finger foods will be served. ************************* 01/23/08 – Wed -Dr. Richard Rankin Russell, Baylor University The Beauties of Bernard MacLaverty’s "Grace Notes" When: 7:30 p.m. Where: Cullen Hall, 4001 Mt. Vernon, UST Reception: Lecture followed by a reception in Cullen Hall Cost Free and open to the public. Contact Lori Gallagher at 713-525-3592 Sponsored By The Center for Irish Studies Cultural Outreach Forum and The Irish Society ************************* 01/25/08 - 02/24/058 - The Lieutenant of Inishmore Venue: Alley Theatre Address: 615 Texas Avenue Houston, TX 77002 Phone: 713.220.5700 URL: http://www.alleytheatre.org Start Date: January 25, 2008 End Date: February 24, 2008 Author of last season’s extraordinary success, The Pillowman, Martin McDonagh returns to the Alley with "The Lieutenant of Inishmore," a gruesome comedy that was Winner of the Olivier Award for Best Comedy. "The Lieutenant of Inishmore" revolves around a group of terrorists in a radical IRA splinter group and their ruthless (and cat-loving) leader "Mad Padraic." When Padraic’s beloved cat is found dead, the death must be concealed before Padraic returns from a stint of violence. What follows are a series of savagely funny events that are both shocking and surprising. This is the third play by McDonagh that the Alley has produced, starting with his break-through play "The Beauty Queen of Leenane" in 1999 and "The Pillowman" in 2005. Ben Brantley of The New York Times wrote, "….a guaranteed adrenaline booster! See it!" By Martin McDonagh Directed by Gregory Boyd Neuhaus Stage January 25 - February 24, 2008 Recommended for mature audiences. Language, blood, violence. ********************* 02/01/08 – Blaggards on MyMusic Houston (FOX 26 TV), 8:30am Houston, TX ****************************** 02/01/08 – The Blaggards at The Continental Club Houston, TX 3700 Main St Houston, TX 77002 713.529.9899 ************************* 02/02/08 – The Blaggards at The Vortex 10pm Beaumont, TX 2530 N. 11th St. Beaumont, TX 77703 409.892.5766 ************************* 02/05/08 – Dougie Maclean at the Mucky Duck Dougie MacLean has for many years been at the forefront of the development of Scottish music and song. As one of Scotland's most gifted and successful contemporary singer-songwriters, his innovative work has created a modern interpretation of this music but its fundamental values remain rooted in the ancient Scots culture. Butterstone and Dunkeld in Perthshire, where MacLean grew up and now lives, have become base for his recording studio, record label (Dunkeld Records), publishing company (Limetree Arts & Music), and retail outlet. Berie, the Old Farmhouse at Riof, Uig on the beautiful Atlantic coast of the Isle of Lewis; has become his songwriting home and a constant source of peace and inspiration. Dougie's songs have been heard all over the world and been recorded by many top artists including Kathy Mattea, Frankie Miller, Mary Black, and Delores Keane. "Caledonia," a song he wrote 15 years ago about Scotland, has become somewhat of a Scottish anthem and went straight to number one in the Scottish charts. His instrumental compositions, including "Perthshire Amber," have been performed by ensembles and orchestras. MacLean has appeared at Carnegie Hall in New York and been awarded gold discs (sales of over 500,000) both for his music used on the movie The Last of the Mohicans and for songwriting and co-producing on Kathy Mattea's album Time Passes By. Sales of his own albums have resulted in a further six gold discs. In 1995, MacLean wrote and recorded the music for A Mug's Game, a networked BBC television series from the BAFTA award-winning writer/director team of Donna Franceschild and David Blair. He has also been the focus of three films: The Land — Songs of Dougie MacLean (1993), SongRoads — A Musical Friendship from Nashville to Dunkeld (1997), and Children of the Sea (Clann na Mara) (2001) directed by Mark Littlewood (Pelicula Films) and shown on the BBC. McGonigel's Mucky Duck Tuesday, February 5, 7pm, $25 Tickets on sale now! ********************* 02/16/08 – St Patrick’s Parade Commission Irish Stew Cook-off between 1-6PM Location: McElroy’s Irish Pub, 3607 S Sandman, Houston, Texas Benefiting the 49th Annual Downtown St Patrick’s Day Parade Featuring the following prize categories: San Patricio Chili Open Irish Dish Dessert Irish Stew Best Booth There will also be a silent auction, entertainment, raffles and more fun than you can shake a shillelagh at. Interesting in participating? Call Doc Dougherty at 713-446-8724 for more info. ************************* 02/22/08 – Clandestine at the Mucky Duck 7PM $15 ************************* 02/28/08 –The Reel Thing: Traditional Music by the Brock McGuíre Band from the West of Ireland When: 7:30 p.m. Where: Cullen Hall, 4001 Mt. Vernon Cost Free and open to the public. Contact Lori Gallagher at 713-525-3592 Sponsored By The Center for Irish Studies Cultural Outreach Forum and The Irish Society ****************************** 02/28/08 – Translations Opens at Main Street Theater MAIN STREET THEATER – RICE VILLAGE Translations By Brian Friel Directed by Rebecca Greene Udden LOCATION: MAIN STREET THEATER – RICE VILLAGE, 2540 Times Blvd., Houston, TX 77005 DATES: February 28 – March 23, 2008 (previews February 23, 24, & 27; no performance Feb. 29) Opening Night, Thursday, February 28, 7:30pm TIMES: Thursdays at 7:30pm; Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00pm; Sundays at 3:00pm SYNOPSIS: Translations is set in 1833 in a rural community in County Donegal, Ireland. In a nearby field encampment, a detachment of the Royal Engineers working on the first British maps of the area are recording the local Gaelic place names and rendering them into English. This simple bureaucratic action of the colonizers has far-reaching personal and cultural effects on the small group of the hedge-school. A love that transcends language and logic finds its way into this beautifully stirring tale. TICKET PRICES AND DISCOUNTS: -Thursdays - $20/$25; Fridays & Sundays - $25/$30; Saturdays - $30/$35; previews - $10. Discounts available for students, seniors, and groups. -Pay-What-You-Can Performance, Sunday, March 2, 2008: Pay what you can afford for all tickets left at the door. $5.00 Minimum. Cash or Check Only. -Rush Tickets: Half Price tickets available 90 minutes before curtain for 1 hour AT DOOR ONLY (no reservations). Previews and Opening Night Excluded. Discount no longer available in 30 minutes before curtain. -Every Night is a School Night: $10.00 tickets for any Student with a valid School I.D. every regular performance AT DOOR ONLY (no reservations). Opening Night Excluded. BOX OFFICE INFORMATION: Advance tickets for ALL Main Street Theater Productions, on sale at the Main Street Theater Box Office: Main Street Theater – Rice Village, 2540 Times Blvd., Houston, TX 77005 Information & Charge by Phone: 713.524.6706 Charge Online: www.mainstreettheater.com or www.ticketweb.com / Credit Cards: VISA, MC, AMEX, DISC WEBSITE: http://www.mainstreettheater.com/ ************************* 02/29 – 03/02/08 – North Texas Irish Festival in Dallas Performers to be announced ************************* 03/04/08 – Battlefield Band at the Mucky Duck 7PM $20 ************************* 03/07/08 - 2008 Emerald Ball at the Houston Club Reception & Silent Auction Cocktails at 6:45PM; Dinner served at 7PM Emcee: Michael Davitt Dorothy Daitt & Jeannie Kearns – Co-Chair Tickets: $75 each; Cash Bar Additional info call Dorothy Davitt (281-358-2380) Write to: Emerald Ball, POB 5603, Kingwood, TX 77325 ********************* 03/13/08 - 2008 B.K. Smith Lecture in History Prof. Charles Doherty, University College, Dublin, School of History and Archives The Early Irish Church: The City of God in Early Ireland When: 7:30 p.m. Where: Scanlan Room, Jerabeck Center, 4000 Mt. Vernon Primary Sponsor: University of St. Thomas History Department Co-sponsor: University of St. Thomas Center for Irish Studies ************************* 03/14/08 - St. Patrick's Day Mass and Breakfast at Univ of St Thomas Friday, March 14, 2008 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Join the Center for Irish Studies at the University of St. Thomas for a St. Patrick's Day Mass at 10 a.m. Friday, March 14, 2008 in the Chapel of St. Basil, 3802 Yoakum. The Most Rev. Archbishop Daniel DiNardo will be the principal celebrant. Other celebrants are welcome. UST’s Dr. John Burke and the de Burgo Ensemble will perform the liturgical music. Breakfast will follow Mass in Jerabeck Center Gym, 4000 Mt. Vernon. Breakfast is $15 per person and will benefit the Center for Irish Studies. RSVP for breakfast by calling 713-942-5906; leave your name, number in party and telephone number. For more information contact Lori Gallagher at 713-525-3592. Cost $15 Location Chapel of St. Basil and Jerabeck Center Gym Address 3802 Yoakum and 4000 Mt. Vernon Contact Lori Gallagher at 713-525-3592 ********************* 03/14/08 - The Irish Society's Annual - St. Patrick's Eve Dinner 2008 This year's Celebration Dinner will honor Mike Daly, the Grand Marshal of the 2008 St. Patrick's Day Parade. Mike is one of the original 20 founders of The Irish Society. He is a stalwart of our organization and a tremendous supporter. Over the years he has contributed greatly to the Houston Irish community. Mike and his lovely wife, Cindy, participate in many events of the Irish community. Keep this date open! Houston Petroleum Club; Friday, March 14, 2008, commencing at 6:30 PM. Tickets to the dinner are $125. Even though it is quite early, you make make reservations now. For reservations, please call "Lyn" Brogan at 281- 531-0656, Pat Sharkey at 713-752-4266, or Jeannie Kearns at 713-365-9648. You may Email David O'Keefe at Dfokeefe@aol.com, Mary Kearns at Irishmkk@aol.com, or PeteLittle at PeteLittle@Comcast.com. Our inaugural St. Patrick's Celebration Dinner at the Houston Petroleum Club was quite successful. Three Houston Irish groups sponsored the dinner: The Irish Society, the St. Brendan's Project, and the St. Patrick's Parade Commission. This dinner is the Main event sponsored by the Irish Society during the month of March. Our intention is for this fund-raising event to always be held on the eve of the Parade. The honoree will always be the next day’s Grand Marshal. ************************* 03/17/08 – St Patrick’s Day Celebration at the Mucky Duck 11am, $15 ******************* 04/05/08 – Blaggards at The Continental Club Houston, TX with The Zydepunks 3700 Main St Houston, TX 77002 713.529.9899 ****************************** 04/12/08 - An Evening with The Makem and Spain Brothers When: 7:30 p.m. Where: Cullen Hall, 4001 Mt. Vernon, UST Cost Free and open to the public. Contact Lori Gallagher at 713-525-3592 Sponsored By The Center for Irish Studies Cultural Outreach Forum and The Irish Society ************************* 04/18/08 – The Blaggards at R&R Sports Bar & Grill 10pm Friendswood, TX 3338 FM 528 Friendswood, TX 77546 281.996.8300 ************************* 05/02/08 - 2008 Huntsville: General Sam Houston Folk Festival ******************** 05/07/08 - 2008 Houston: Houston Highland Games & Celtic Festival ************************* 06/05/08 – Seven Nations at the Mucky Duck ************************* 10/05/08 - 2008 Celtic Festival & Gathering Of The Celts St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, Heights, Houston, Texas ************************* 11/14/08 - 2008 Annual Irish Gala When: Silent Auction and Reception: 6:30 p.m. Dinner: 8 p.m. Where: Houston Hotel, 111 North Post Oak Lane, Houston Honorees: Honorary Consul of Ireland John B. Kane and Alayne Kane ****************************************** ON GOING Events: Note: Irish Aires can now be HEARD of DOWNLOADED from the Internet. ALSO, there is a new link to hear KPFT Live Internet listening (live) is available through our MP3 streams. If you have Winamp, Media Player or iTunes installed on your computer, you can connect HERE or http://stream.kpft.org/streamkpft.m3u Free Player Downloads: Winamp Windows Media Player iTunes ---- Irish Aires is also podcast at: http://archive.kpft.org/xml/eire.xml Internet listening (live) is available through our MP3 streams. If you have Winamp, Media Player or iTunes installed on your computer, you can connect HERE or http://stream.kpft.org/streamkpft.m3u Free Player Downloads: Winamp Windows Media Player iTunes KPFT Archived Programs Sorted By Name Irish Aires 12/29/07 (Available thru 02/29/08) Play Download Irish Aires 12/22/07 (Available thru 02/22/08) Play Download Irish Aires 12/15/07 (Available thru 02/15/08) Play Download Irish Aires 12/08/07 (Available thru 02/08/08) Play Download Irish Aires 12/01/07 (Available thru 02/01/08) Play Download Irish Aires 11/24/07 (Available thru 01/24/08) Play Download Irish Aires 11/17/07 (Available thru 01/17/08) Play Download Irish Aires 11/10/07 (Available thru 01/10/08) Play Download ---- Ireland 2007 Pictures Part 1 - http://picasaweb.google.com/JayDooling/Ireland2007 Part 2 - http://picasaweb.google.com/JayDooling/Ireland2007Part2 Part 3 - http://picasaweb.google.com/JayDooling/Ireland2007Part3 Part 4 - http://picasaweb.google.com/JayDooling/Ireland2007Part4 Part 5 - http://picasaweb.google.com/JayDooling/Ireland2007Part5 Part 6 - http://picasaweb.google.com/JayDooling/Ireland2007Part6 Part 7 - http://picasaweb.google.com/JayDooling/Ireland2007Part7 Part 8 - http://picasaweb.google.com/JayDooling/Ireland2007Part8ProbablyFinalUpload New – A Compilation of All my 2007 Irish Pics with music & videos. See instructions on how to see at Irish Aires Blog. ********************* Paisley Close Press Release Date: Fri, 2 Feb 2007 20:28:16 -0600 Over the past few years, I have been asked time and again "Why Paisley Close"? Like every tale you must start at the beginning to get to the end. On November 24th 1861, at a spot along High Street in Edinburgh 's Royal Mile, two overcrowded and decrepit tenements collapsed. According to legend, workers were clearing the debris away when they heard a voice shout out "Heave awa' lads, I'm no deid yet!" As a memorial, Paisley Close (the cul-de-sac) was built in place of the collapsed buildings. Paisley Close (the band) was built by resurrecting former bands-mates. Paisley Close (the band) felt that the young man's luck, tenacity and symbolism was a fitting name. Now with a heavy heart I must announce the passing of this great band. Paisley Close is going through a major transitional period and collectively they have decided to put the band on an indefinite hiatus. The members of Paisley Close remain friends but personal commitments have forced them to make this difficult decision. Through the last three years they have had the opportunity to play on some amazing stages at some of the best festival in the county and for this they are extremely grateful. Even more outstanding has been the people they have met and the friendships forged. That is the biggest aspect that I will personally miss the most. As the bands booking agent I have had the opportunity to meet some of the most amazing directors, coordinator and volunteers; who without you, the show would literally not go on. Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to grace your stages and share a pint or two! I speak for the entire band (Cidnie MacNamee, Bernard Schreiber, Amy Price and Rabbit Boyett) in saying that it has been an honor and a privilege! Although this chapter may be over we raise our glasses to everyone "were not dead yet!" We wish you peace and joy and hopefully will see you all sometime down the road. Sláinte - Cheers, Hopie Lopez-Boyett Booking Agent ---- ************************* Spring Irish Studies Courses - University of St Thomas University of St. Thomas Spring 2008 Irish Studies Courses Dia duit! We have some wonderful Irish Studies Courses available for Spring 2008. Open to audit and credit students, with first priority given to credit students Credit students: Sign up to reserve your places! Audit students must submit a signed written form to the Registrar, first-come, first-served. No payment is required from audit students until the Registrar notifies audit students that they have a place in the class. ---- Irish Language Courses Irish I, Mondays, Wednesdays, 3:10 to 4:25 p.m. Catalog No.: 1331; IRST Class No. 1854, Section A; MACL Class No. 1875, Section A Irish II, Tuesdays, Thursdays, 3:35 to 4:50 p.m. Catalog No.: 1332; IRST 1855, Section A; MACL Class No. 1876, Section A Intermediate Irish, Tuesdays, 5:30 to 8:15 p.m. Catalog No.: 4393; IRST Class No. 1856, Section N; MACL: Class Number 1877, Section A All Irish Language Classes taught by Prof. Maeve McInerney from University College Cork Cross-listed with Modern and Classical Languages and Irish Studies - Fulfill Language Requirements Scholarships available for first fifteen (15) students to sign up for Irish I and fulfill scholarship application requirements. Contact me for a scholarship application form or an audit form! Contemporary Irish Political and Social Issues Dr. John F. Burke, Political Science Mondays, Wednesdays, 1:40 to 2:55 p.m. Catalog No.: 4393; IRST Class No: 1857, Section A; INST Class No. 1848, Section B; POSC Class No. 2107, Section B; WCS Class No. 2133, Section G; MLA Class No.: 1603, Section A Cross-listed with Irish Studies, International Studies, Political Science, Women, Culture and Society and MLA. Medieval Celtic Literature Dr. Kerry MacArthur Tuesdays, Thursdays, 2:10 to 3:25 p.m. Catalog No.: 4393; IRST Class No. 1858, Section B; ENGL Class No. 1788, Section A; MLA Class No. 1604, Section B Cross-listed with Irish Studies, English and MLA. We look forward to seeing you in our Irish Studies courses! Best regards and happy holidays, Lori Lori M. Gallagher, J.D. Director, Center for Irish Studies University of St. Thomas 3800 Montrose Blvd. Houston, TX 77006 713-525-3592 Fax: 713-525-3866 irishstudies@stthom.edu www.stthom.edu/irishstudies ---- Wednesday Nights at 8ish PM. The Mucky Duck continues a twenty-five year tradition, hosting Houston's Irish Session. The Mucky Duck incarnation of the Session, if for no other reason than the frequent participation of younger musicians, gives a very real sense of tradition passed on and history handed down. The most visible Celtic-influenced traditional bands around Houston -- make participating in the Session a regular, energy-charging part of their regular routine. What is celebrated is the whole of Celtic culture, and a musical tradition that, over the centuries, has become as much American roots music as bottleneck guitar. The drums of western Africa are what gave American music its rhythm; more often than not, though, the melody is Celtic. The popularity of Celtic folk music is either a testament to the timeless appeal of these sometimes haunting, sometimes hilarious, sometimes jig-inspiring tunes, or perhaps an argument in favor of the nebulous theory of racial memory. Celtic blood-ties real, suspected and imagined have given many the impetus to learn the folk-arts of the ancient tribes; that's just one reason why the Wednesday night Session at the ` is as much a school and tribal gathering as a musical event. This is a great way to explore Irish music and tradition. Music starts at 8pm, and there is no cover charge.2425 Norfolk Houston, TX 77098 713.528.5999 Phone Be sure to check our calendar in case we have booked a special show that might preempt our regular Irish Session ---- Ar mhaith leat Gaeilge a labhairt? Would you like to speak Irish? Beginning Irish Conversation Jason’s Deli Westheimer & Shepherd 2611 S Shepherd Dr Houston, TX 77098-1561 If you are interested in learning a little Irish then come join us at Jason’s Deli on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 P.M. This Irish class is tailored to the beginning student who has had no prior exposure to Irish. You will learn basic conversational greetings, helpful phrases, informative tips for traveling through the Gaeltacht such as common signage, asking directions and most important of all how to pronounce those mystical Irish words. Pocket phrase books do the tourist no good unless they know how to pronounce what they are reading! This course provides the beginning student with phonetically spelled out Irish words, something most beginning tape and book courses fail to offer. If you have any questions please contact Tim Theisen (tyson) at Jeaniebotl@aol.com or phone me at (713) 263-9691 If you are interested please come join us on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 P.M. There is a $5.00 donation to cover cost of the handouts. Labhraímis Gaeilge is linne í ! Speaking Irish is cool! ---- Learn Irish Gaelic! (Katy Class) SATURDAY - Beginning Conversational Irish (and every Saturday for the next few months) Katy, TX 10 AM - Noon Self-Study Group Using Interactive CDs, Books, Tapes, and other materials for spoken and written Irish. Class moderated by an advanced American student of the language. $7 per class to cover costs. $5 for Irish American Heritage Association members. Call Pat McMahon at 713-271-0784 for location and directions, or e-mail patpmcmahon@aol.com location: The Carriage Inn, 1400 Katy- Flewellen Road in the Computer Room ---- Wednesdays, 7-10 pm SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING AND MORE http://home.att.net/~diannashipman/SCDM.htm New Dancers Welcome - Families Welcome (children must be accompanied by parent / guardian). $5 for those 14 and over; $2.50 those under 14 ($15 maximum per family) - fourth consecutive Wednesday free. 1st Wednesdays: FREE at Churchill Room, Black Labrador Pub 4100 Montrose Blvd. Map (Montrose near Richmond) 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th Wednesday Location: Oddfellows Hall, 115 E. 14th St. (Heights), Houston, Texas (3rd building on left traveling east from Heights Blvd. - 2 story red brick - entrance recessed about 15 feet from street - dancing upstairs). LINKS ON WEBSITE with map & photo (Map) http://home.att.net/~diannashipman/MapOddfellows.gif PHOTO OF HALL: http://home.att.net/~diannashipman/OddfellowsHall.jpg ---- The Irish American Heritage Association of Katy, Texas. We meet the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:30pm at the Municipal Utility District Building on Cimmaron Pkwy at Hidden Canyon Rd (just west of S Mason Rd) in Katy, Texas to enjoy speakers, performances, and presentations on Ireland and the Irish. We also publish a monthly newsletter, The Irish Heritage News. For more information or directions, please call: Bridget Connelly . . 281-492-8780 Mike Long . . . . . . 281-395-3038 Dennis Donlan . . . 281-392-0894 OR E-mail us at: info@texirish.com ---- Thurs Night Irish Session @ Coffee Oasis on NASA Rd One Session starts about 7:30PM every Thurs night 4650 NASA Road 1 Seabrook, TX 77586 281.532.1439 You are likely to see Laura (of Echoes of Ireland) or Tom (of http://www.texasbagpipes.com/) http://www.texasbagpipes.com/ http://www.bayoucitypipesanddrums.com/ ---- CELTIC CHORUS OF HOUSTON Do you like to hum or sing along with the music played on Irish Aires or The Three Irish Tenors? Then join us every Thursday night at Black Labrador Pub, 4100 Montrose Blvd. (Montrose near Richmond) NEW TIME: 7:00 - 9:00 P.M. We will join together in a sing-a-long session and then later those who wish to learn four part music may stay and learn choral music of Ireland, Scotland and Wales. If you need more information contact Richard McGinty 713-943-9600 or e-mail r.e.hourich@excite.com The mission statement reads in part: "to provide a community meeting place for those interested in the Celtic heritages." The first half of the evening focuses on singalong songs and the second half on choral arrangements. The singalong songs: Will You Go Lassie Go The Minstrel Boy Sally Gardens Molly Malone (In Dublin's Fair City) Finnegan's Wake The Foggy Dew Black Velvet Band Mcnamara's Band Danny Boy When Irish Eyes Are Smiling The Unicorn Song I'm Lookin' Over A Four Leaf Clover Whiskey In The Jar The Wild Rover The Bard Of Armagh Choral Arrangements: Danny Boy The Minstrel Boy An Irish Blessing My Wild Irish Rose ---- "One hundred thousand welcomes!" This age-old Gaelic greeting is a timeless _expression of Scottish hospitality and goodwill. We can't think of a better way to welcome you than to invite you to Houston's Heather and Thistle Society (H&T). The Heather and Thistle Society was founded in 1953 by Scots living in Houston who wished to "cultivate an interest in and fond recollections of Scotland, its history and traditions, its literature and ideals, its minstrelsy and song, its customs and amusements; and to provide opportunities for good fellowship and social contact through typically Scottish functions, so that the blessing of our Scottish culture may never die in our new homeland". The Heather and Thistle Society meets 10 times a year, September through June. Programs include "ceilidhs", lively lectures, slide shows and movies about Scotland. We are an organization that promotes our Scottish heritage in various ways. Membership in the Heather and Thistle Society is open to all with an interest in Scottish Heritage and Culture. Annual Dues are $10.00 for an individual and $15.00 for a family. H&T meets the fourth (4th) Monday of each month, September thru June, at 7:30 P.M. Current meeting location: Auditorium of St.Thomas Episcopal School, 4900 Jackwood, Houston, TX 77096 http://www.stes.org/contact.htm ---- Royal Scottish Country Dance Society Dancing General Class Mondays - 7:30-9:30 p.m In progress Classical Arts Dance Studio, 530 N Illinois, League City - Contact Moon Weiss, 713-465-9650, mland121@aol.com Basic Class Tuesdays - 7:30-9:30 p.m. In progress DewAnn Cotton Dance Studio, 9423 Glenfield Court (By S. Braeswood/Hillcroft) South West Houston For info: Carol Palmer, 713-776-8531, carolhpalmer@hotmail.com General Class Thursdays - 7:30-9:30 p.m In progress DewAnn Cotton Dance Studio, 9423 Glenfield Court (By S. Braeswood/Hillcroft), South West Houston Teacher: Bill Zobel, For info: Carol Palmer, 713-776-8531, carolhpalmer@hotmail.com ---- Stepdancing & Ceili classes O'Maoileidigh School of Irish Dance Houston, TX Sundays starting at 9:30 AM For more information contact newmembers@omaoileidigh.com http://www.omaoileidigh.com/ ---- Step Dancing Lessons Stepdancing Lessons McTeggart Irish Dancers The Woodlands, Texas More info@ http://www.irishdancehouston.com/ 936-321-6583 *With over 60 dancers and 21 Championship dancers McTeggart Irish Dancers of South Texas have a lot to be proud of. *Last year they had 6 dancers travel to Killarney Ireland for the World's Championship in Irish Dancing. These dancers faced up to 150 of the world's top dancers in their age groups. Two of the dancers did very well: Zane Glotzbach placed 24th and was 5th out of all the U.S. competitors and Annelise Rubbo placed 33rd overall. *Last year they had 21 dancers travel to Norfolk, Virginia for the Southern Region Championships, also known as "Oireachtas". Most of these dancers placed high in their age groups, with 3 receiving first place: Annelise Rubbo, Zane Glotzbach and Shannon Powell. From this competition a dancer qualifies for the World's Championship and Annelise Rubbo, Jaclyn Rubbo and Zane Glotzbach achieved this accomplishment. *Another well-known International competition is the All- Irelands. Later in January 2004, Annelise Rubbo and Jenna Pace will be traveling to Ennis, Ireland to compete. *Also in 2004 several dancers are heading to Philadelphia for the North American Nationals Competition, held each July. In addition, McTeggart Irish Dancers of South Texas hopes to have over 25 dancers travel to North Carolina for the next Southern Region Championship. *A new beginner class started Sunday, Jan. 11.For information on classes or performances, go to http://www.irishdancehouston.com/ or call 936-321-6583 ---- "The Maguire Academy of Irish Dance" Come join us at our first weekly class for our new school starting this Sunday (12/16/07) Classes will be every Sunday from 4PM To 5:30PM at Amy Blakes Academy Of Dance Located At The Intersection Of Thor St And Bay Area Blvd. On January 13, 2008, there will be a Master Class from 1PM to 4PM (The workshop cost is $40 for a 4 hour masterclass). We are opening up in the Clear Lake area and would love to have all interested in learning Irish dance, come and join our school. About us: Darren Maguire is a former lead male dancer in Riverdance the Show, world champion level dancer, and fully accredited TCRG/ADCRG with the Irish dance commission in Dublin, Ireland. Richard Tew is a national, and regional champion level dancer, and regional senior men's champion in 2003. Richard is also a TCRG candidate having already taken and passed most of his requirements. Amy Blake's Academy of Dance" located at: 2150 Bay Area Blvd. Houston, TX 77058 Our weekly classes are being planned right now, and will be at the same location as the workshops. Please either email: rttew@yahoo.com or call 281-989-3575 Thanks, Richard Tew ****************************************** Community Annoucements: Wedding Announcement Bill Galbraith & Emily Standish Have Announced Their MARRIAGE! Bill and Emily play Celtic music as CONSTANT BILLY. ---- Support The Pat Finucane Centre Today! (Poster's Note: This organization really needs the support of all Irish & Irish Americans. The family has suffered so much and the PFC has done so MUCH for MANY Irish causes. TODAY, please write a check OR even better, go to their web site: http://www.patfinucanecentre.org/ You can make a donation with PayPal online & it will only take a minute. We should all try to make AT LEAST a $20 contribution (a $100 would be better. Jay) ****************************************** SUPPORT THE PAT FINUCANE CENTRE From: "Pat Finucane Centre" info@patfinucanecentre.org Date: Thu, 6 Oct 2005 15:36:49 +0100 Subject: Urgent Appeal To Friends & Supporters. An Urgent Appeal To All Friends And Supporters Of The Pat Finucane Centre. Dear Friend of the PFC, This is an urgent appeal for donations! We are in the red! The Pat Finucane Centre, though Derry based, has had an impact far beyond the north west of Ireland. Earlier this year a reception was held at the Guildhall in Derry to honour the work of the Centre. Families and individuals travelled from 11 of the 32 counties in Ireland, and from Scotland and England, in itself ample testament to the respect felt in the wider community. The work of the centre over the last year has included; -organising public meetings with the Mayor of London on the End Impunity Campaign, - research on collusion that has resulted in a number of cases currently being heard before the European Court of Human Rights at Strasbourg, -participating in the Advisory Group on the Sean Brown murder investigation, -logging all sectarian /racist incidents from June 2005 to September 2005 (the log will be available soon) -giving evidence to Committees of both the Irish and British parliaments, -initiating a number of investigations into conflict related deaths by the Police Ombudsman's office, -reenacting closed meetings of the Policing Board as street theatre and --applying to the Guinness Book of Records to have Rosemount PSNI barracks logged as the least used police station in the world! The ongoing day-to-day advocacy on behalf of families is largely confidential and hidden from view but the Centre works with over 120 families who have lost relatives in the conflict. In addition individuals approach the Centre with complaints and are referred to solicitors and/or to the Police Ombudsman. Against this background it will come as no surprise to realise that the centre deliberately steers away from official funding that is linked to the NIO. Stubbornly independent as it is the Centre is largely dependent on individual donors. The Pat Finucane Centre website carries the following quote from Geraldine Finucane, 'If you believe in shaping stronger human rights protection then invest in the Pat Finucane Centre and those who find themselves in the frontline in their work to defend human rights. ' The Centre urgently requires donations in order to continue that work. There is no money in the bank! Please respond this week! Note. Donations can be made by cheque or online (today!) through the secure Paypal system at http://www.patfinucanecentre.org/ Postal address: The Pat Finucane Centre, 1 West End Park, Derry, BT48 9JF Ireland (North). Telephone: +44 28 71 268846 Fax: +44 28 71 266453 Email: info@patfinucanecentre.org ****************************************** Ireland Photos Pictures from Ireland in 2006 To See Irish pics, click the following: http://new.photos.yahoo.com/rdooling@swbell.net/album/1152921504621152084 ---- :: Irish Aires Has A Brand New Blog!! (actually we have two!) http://irishairescurrentevents.blogspot.com/2005/01/irish-aires-has-brand-new-blog.html Below are links to hear broadcasts & playlists. If you have RealAudio, a soundcard & speakers on your computer, you should have no problem listening to the shows, EXCEPT that if too many people are trying to access the stations audio files at once, you might get an error. Try back later. ---- :: Rory Oliver Miggins, RIP http://www.legacy.com/houstonchronicle/DeathNotices.asp?Page=Lifestory&PersonId=99249818 Rory Oliver Miggins RORY OLIVER MIGGINS, 52, entered into life everlasting on December 7, 2007, in his parental home in the shadow of St. Anne's Church, after a valiant 3-month battle with melanoma. Rory was born in Houston, Texas on September 11, 1955, the first-born of 12 children of Kathleen and Larry Miggins, who survive him. Rory was a natural competitor. He had a distinguished athletic career at St. Thomas High School in basketball, baseball, and, particularly, football, garnering All- District, All-State, and All-American honors as running back. Rory graduated from St. Thomas High School in 1974. He graduated from the University of Houston in 1979 with a BBA in Finance. He was a lifelong athlete, playing baseball for 16 years with the Houston Men's Senior Baseball League, most recently with the Colt 45's during the spring of 2007. During his 29-year career as a marine manager with ILA Local 1351, Rory rose to Class A rank and served on its Executive Board. It was through his work at the Port of Houston that Rory developed a love of the waterfront, prompting him to form the Waterfront Association that sponsored the Waterfront Fishing Festival for many years dedicated to cleaning and beautification of the environment. Rory's love of music, fostered by his Irish heritage, inspired him to create an East End legend, Local Charm, a venue for regional blues, rockabilly, country, and zydeco bands where he lived by the motto "You are a stranger here but once." His eclectic music bar launched many new talents in the 80's and 90's. He was recognized for these efforts and was appointed the 2008 Honorary Chair of the Musician's Benevolent Society that he co-founded in the 80's. An example of Rory's originality and creativity is the first ever St. Patrick's Day Snake Races held at Local Charm. Always interested in Texas history, Rory joined the Texas Army and achieved the rank of Colonel. He was also recognized as a Knight of Texas for his work in connection with the annual Greening of the Bayou for St. Patrick's Day. In addition to his parents, Rory is survived by his 11 grieving siblings, their spouses, and his 15 nieces and 16 nephews to whom he was a terrific uncle: Eileen Hohlt (John), Mary, John, and Annie Hohlt; John (Debbie), Christine, Julia, and Matthew Miggins; Larry (Sherl), Thomas and Laura Miggins; Maureen Swanson (Pat), Fiona, Patrick, Brian and Kenneth Swanson; Noreen Gottschalk (Stephen), Robert and Daniel Gottschalk; Matthew (Penelope), Gabriella, John, and Maria Miggins; Kathleen Hibbler (Jim), Elizabeth, Conor, Bridie, and Rory; Neil (Serena), Charlie, Jack, and Adelaide Miggins; Robert (Julie), Lily, Carlo, and Patrick Miggins; Patrick (Nancy) and James Miggins; and Michael (Abby), Molly, Cate and Lucy Miggins. Rory's surviving aunts and uncles include John and Helen Miggins of Tunxis Village, CT; Rita Miggins of Boca Raton, FL; Eileen (Rory's godmother) and Jake Hoppenthal of Artesia Springs, CA; Thomas and Margaret McMahon of Chicago, IL; Andy and Ann McMahon of Melbourne, Australia; and Bridie and Jimmy Morrissey of London, England. He has countless cousins, world-wide, who survive him, many of whom supported him with visits and phone calls during his illness. In addition to his activities noted above, Rory was a member of many other families including St. Anne's parish, the Houstonian Club, Art Car Parade Commission (founding member), the Orange Show Commission, the Waterfront Association, the Texas Army, Slippery Rock Booster Club, Idylwood Civic Club, St. Patrick's Parade Commission, Houston Blues Society (founding member), Dick Dowling Irish Heritage Society (founding member), The Irish Society, The Seaman's Center, and St. Thomas High School Alumni Association. Never was Rory's loyal and diverse network of friends more evident than during his illness when they kept his spirits high and ministered to his spiritual needs. Rory wanted to express his appreciation to the doctors and nurses at MD Anderson who did their best to arrest his cancer. Showing his indomitable spirit, just last Monday, Rory said "I'm your man" if a clinical trial became available. Neither the Miggins family nor Rory could have faced the challenge of this vicious disease without the loving expertise of Rory's brother-in-law and Noreen's husband, Dr. Stephen Gottschalk, who tirelessly trouble-shot on Rory's behalf. The family will receive friends at St. Anne's Catholic Church, 2140 Westheimer (at Shepherd) on Monday, December 10 from 5 8 pm, with the rosary recitation at 7 o'clock. The Funeral Mass will begin at 10:00 am on Tuesday, December 11, with a light luncheon to follow in the parish hall. Following the luncheon, Rory's remains will return to his beloved East End for interment at Forest Park Lawndale. Rory's pallbearers are his seven surviving brothers. For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made in Rory Miggins' name to: · The Hole in the Wall Gang (a fund for crippled children) c/o ILA 1351, 7524 Ave. N, Houston, TX 77012; · St. Thomas High School, Rory Miggins Memorial Scholarship, 4500 Memorial, Houston, TX 77007; · St. Anne School Foundation, 2120 Westheimer, Houston, Texas 77019; · The St. Brendan Society, c/o Jeannie Kearns, 10220 Memorial Drive #131, Houston, TX 77024. " Fare thee well, my child, forever. In this world we have lost our joy. But in the next we will never sever. There we'll find our darlin' boy." Sign guest book at: http://www.legacy.com/houstonchronicle/GB/GuestbookView.aspx?PersonId=99249818 :: George F. Little, RIP (Pete Little’s Father) September 2, 2006, of Depew, NY, husband of the late Muriel C. Little; father of Mary Catherine (James) Spilman, Michael (Ann), David (Elisabeth Alvarsdotter), John (Barbara), Margaret (Kevin) Craig, Anne Militello, Stephen (Maureen), Jeanne (Paul) Konetzny, Peter, Teresa, Maureen; brother of Eleanor Rigdon, Catherine Little; grandfather of 20; great grandfather of 18. Memorial Mass to be announced. Memorial contributions may be made to Rapid Response Home Care Program at Millard Fillmore Hospital, Gates Circle. Published in the Buffalo News on 9/7/2006. ---- :: AL CAMPBELL (Houston Highlanders Bagpiper )(1931- 2006) It is with great sadness that we inform our membership that our friend and piper, Al Campbell, passed away last evening. Over the years, we could always count on Al to support H&T with all our piping requests. He gave generously of his time, and was a very special contributor to our Society. In addition to his dignified performances, Al had great humor which he occasionally added for fun and laughter. We shall miss him. Our special condolences to his wife, Betsy, his family and close friends. ---- :: PHILLIP JAMES CONNELLY, of Katy, passed away on Thursday, August 11, 2005 in a Houston hospital at the age of 74 years. Phillip James Connelly was born on September 14, 1930 in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Paul and Peggy Connelly. He graduated from Holy Family High School in Tulsa, Oklahoma and the University of Oklahoma. He served his country during the Korean War as a Lieutenant in the U.S. Army based out of Fort Sill, Oklahoma. On April 4, 1964, he married his beloved wife, Bridget Imelda Corr. He retired from General Electric's Lighting Division after 30 years of service. Phil was a founding member and former president of the Irish American Heritage Association of Katy and a member of the Irish Society in Houston, Texas. He was a member of the Epiphany of the Lord Catholic Church, in Katy, and a member of the Knights of Columbus, 4th Degree, Assembly 2721. He was also a friend of Bill Wilson. He was a life long Democrat. Phil was an active participant in the Forever Young Group in Epiphany, as well as many other organizations. He is survived by his wife, Bridget Imelda Connelly of Katy; his sons, Mike Connelly of Keller, Texas, and Tim Connelly and his wife Sylvia of Ardmore, Pennsylvania; and his grandson, Sebastian Connelly. He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Peggy Connelly; and by his brother, Jack Connelly. Those wishing to make memorial gifts may do so to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 5005 Mitchelldale, Suite 115, Houston, Texas 77092-7230 or to your favorite charity. ---- Other Irish Celtic Calendars & Sources: Scottish Country Dancing & More: http://home.att.net/~diannashipman/Calendar.htm Houston Irish Development Assoc: http://www.houstonirish.org/calendar/calendar.shtml Texas Celtic Music Network Calendar http://texcelt.org/Calendar.html Southwest Celtic Music Association http://www.scmatx.org/main.htm Texas Scottish Heritage Society http://www.txscot.com/ Houston Chronicle Search for World Music Local bands http://www.chron.com/COMS/BandsPub/pub.mpl?actionfiltered=searchbands&nextview=bandsearch&submit1=&submit2=2&band_name=&genre=World Houston Press World Music Listing http://listings.houstonpress.com/gyrobase/Music/Results?genre=13765&keyword=&date= Classes are from. 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