Tune in tonight (6PM or Midnight Irish time) for the Irish Aires show. To hear a live streaming show go here. To hear it in the KPFT archives go here Don't Forget: Tonight is our fund raiser. TiVo that football game & tune in and donate OR do it online To see our playlist as we play it, go to: http://www.kpft.org/studio/playlist.php Find On Going Irish Events in the Houston area by clicking here. ALL items (see details below) -02/02/13 - Irish Aires on KPFT-FM in Houston @ 6PM CST -02/02/13 - Dead Rabbits Daze n Daze Record Release at Ballistics Skate House -02/02/13 - Constant Billy at Waldo's Coffee House -02/03/13 - McTeggart Heart of Texas Feis Houston Marriott North at Greenspoint -02/07/13 - Sister Madeleine Grace, CVI on Celtic Spirituality at Univ of St Thomas -02/08/13 - Think Lizzy at Concert Pub North -02/08/13 - Blaggards at Ashford Arms Irish Pub -02/09/13 - Miggins Memorial Music Festival And Irish Stew Cook Off at Lucky's Pub (note name change) -02/09/13 - Celtic Voyage at Waldo's Coffee House -02/10/13 - Houston Ceili Night - Inaugural Evening at Bohemeo's Cafe -02/13/13 - Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones at Ashford Arms Pub -02/15/13 - Chieftains 50 Anniversary Concert at Jones Hall -02/15/13 - Great Guinness Toast w/ The Dead Rabbits at Union Tavern -02/16/13 - Kim Robertson Celtic Harpist Workshop at Memorial Dr. Presbyterian Church -02/17/13 - Kim Robertson Celtic Harpist Concert at Memorial Dr. Presbyterian Church -02/17/13 - Flogging Mollys at the House of Blues -02/28/13 - Dropkick Murphys at House of Blues -03/01-03 - North Texas Irish Festival at Fair Park, Dallas -03/02/13 - Constant Billy at Waldo's Coffee House -03/02/13 - Blaggards at Ashford Arms Irish Pub -03/06/13 - Tommy O'Sullivan and Sliabh Notes at Univ of St Thomas -03/09/13 - Celtic Voyage at Waldo's Coffee House *03/12/13 - Irish Sing-A-Long at Grif's with the Celtic Chorus of Texas -03/15/13 - Annual St Patrick's Day Celebration at Univ of St Thomas -03/15/13 - Irish Society Annual Dinner at Houston Petroleum Club -03/15/13 - Blaggards at the Continental Club -03/16/13 - 54th Annual St. Patrick's Parade in Downtown Houston -03/17/13 - St Patrick's Day with the Dead Rabbits at Grifs -03/17/13 - 35th Annual St Patrick's Day Parade on FM1960 -03/17/13 - St Patrick's Day at the Mucky Duck -03/23/13 - Dead Rabbits on the Strand -04/06/13 - Constant Billy at Waldo's Coffee House -04/07/13 - Houston Fenians Gaelic Athletic Club @ Molly's Pub Downtown -04/11/13 - Dr Joseph McFadden on Queen Victoria''s 4 Visits to Ireland at Univ of St Thomas -04/13/13 - Celtic Voyage at Waldo's Coffee House *04/13/13 - Celtic Night with the Aeros & the Celtic Chorus of Houston -04/15-19 - TIMES Irish Trad Camp with Fiddler Oisin Mac Diarmada in Richardson, TX *04/27/13 - Houston Celtic Festival and Highland Games with the Celtic Chorus (updated info) -05/02/13 - Clandestine at the Mucky Duck *05/03-05 - General Sam Houston Folk Festival with Jed Marum & the Celtic Chorus of Houston -05/04/13 - Constant Billy at Waldo's Coffee House -05/06/13 - Molly's Pub Golf Tournament -05/11/13 - Celtic Voyage at Waldo's Coffee House -11/02/13 - Houston Open Platform Feis and Championships -11/08/13 - Annual Irish Gala benefiting the William J. Flynn Center for Irish Studies --- NEW FEATURE: Top Irish Links for last week (in case you missed them): Irish Aires REALLY needs your help THIS WEEK (we are not crying Wolfe - or only a little bit) **** General Sam Houston's Folk Festival Jay Dooling is Coming Out of the Closet! You knew all the time... right? Facing up to the truth about life before death – Must Read for anyone concerned about Cancer Video: Mouth music "Chi mi na morbheanna"(I see the great mountains) Univ of St. Thomas Flynn Center for Irish Studies Spring '13 Cultural Outreach Series Video: Lincoln premiere - Daniel Day-Lewis gathers Hollywood in Dublin 35th Annual 1960 St Patrick' Parade Video: How to make a St Brigid's Day Cross for February Hitting Kerry Family Gold! Steps you too can take to find your family! Free Kindle Download: The Felon's Track History Of The Attempted Outbreak In Ireland, Embracing The Leading Events In The Irish Struggle From The Year 1843 To The Close Of 1848 Free Kindle Download: An Impartial Narrative of the Most Important Engagements Which Took Place Between His Majesty's Forces and the Rebels, During the Irish Rebellion, 1798. Free Kindle Downlod: The Kiltartan Poetry Book; prose translations from the Irish [Kindle Edition] How to find more FREE Kindle books (Irish & Not) on Freebook Sifter(40 Irish books shown here) Miggins Irish Stew Cook-off Come West Upon the Road Video: Bruce Springsteen - If I Should Fall Behind live in Dublin Video: Bruce Springsteen - American Land (live in Dublin) Video: Bruce Springsteen - Further up on the road (Live in Dublin) Video: Bruce Springsteen - Mrs McGrath (Live) Video: Blarney Castle An Garda Síochána Irish designer to wow Oscars Surf's up for some as weather warning predicts gales and flooding (amazing pics) Video: The Marino Waltz by the Dubliners (my favorite waltz) St Brendan's Celtic Community Irish-America - let's back our Scottish cousins in their bid to overturn the USDA's haggis ban **** - Top site of the week (just kidding!) ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ New On Going events & Announcements: ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ In case you missed our 1916 Uprising show, I found the whole recording the album on YouTube (Click here). Our links for lyrics & other interesting stuff regarding this show can be found at Part 1 and Part 2. ********************************************* -02/02/13 - Dead Rabbits Daze n Daze Record Release at Ballistics Skate House Saturday, February 2, 2013 7:00pm Balliistics Skate House 807 Williams Street Houston, TX 77002 Days N' Daze is releasing their 3rd Full Length and want to fucking RAGE! This will be a FREE show! Bring some booze, bring yer skateboard. (pretty sure they've a mini-ramp) BRING EVERYONE!!! Come early show starts at 7PM! Featuring: 4The Dead Rabbits (www.facebook.com/pages/The-Dead-Rabbits/105049719531171?ref=ts&fref=ts) Alimanas (www.facebook.com/pages/Alima%C3%B1as/159387000783715?fref=ts) Always Guilty (www.facebook.com/AlwaysGuilty) Marissa. (www.reverbnation.com/marissas) Priapism (www.facebook.com/pages/PRIPISM/458529347533073?ref=ts&fref=ts) The Ugly Muggz (TN) (https://www.facebook.com/VINNIESIX?fref=ts) Join Houston's speed folk masters for a night of hell raising! *********************************************** -02/02/13 - Constant Billy at Waldo's Coffee House Waldo's Coffee House – 1030 Heights Blvd, Houston, Texas 77008 (713) 869-0700 Saturday night from 7:30-10pm enjoy Houston's masters of musical mayhem Constant Billy at Waldo's Coffee House in the Houston Heights. No cover charge- we'll pass the hat. Come early and grab a seat in this relaxed, intimate setting. Delish sandwiches & coffee or if you prefer, it's $5 per head to BYOB. We are there the first Saturday of the month. ********************************************** -02/03/13 - McTeggart Heart of Texas Feis Houston Marriott North at Greenspoint Heart of Texas Feis, February 2nd, 2013 Presented by: The McTeggart Irish Dancers Of South Texas February 2nd, 2013 8:00 AM Start Houston Marriott North at Greenspoint Hotel 1.281.875.4000 1.800.228.9290 Feis Room Rate $82.00 if calling, Mention "McTeggart Irish Dancers" for rate On-line Feis Registration Now Open on www.feisworx.com Need More Feis Information? Phone: Linda Pace, 281-364-1073 ********************************************** -02/07/13 – Sister Madeleine Grace, CVI on Celtic Spirituality at Univ of St Thomas Thursday, February 7, 2013 Celtic Spirituality and its Contribution to the Roman Catholic Church Sister Madeleine Grace, CVI When: 7:30 pm Where: University of St. Thomas, Cullen Hall, 4001 Mt. Vernon, Houston TX 77006 Free and open to the public The Roman Catholic Church has been endowed with numerous schools of spirituality, normally stemming from the giftedness or charism of an individual in reference to one's approach to God. Celtic Christian Spirituality cannot trace its origins to one person, even though many Irish would place St. Patrick at the top of the list. Rather, numerous individuals and events have come together to mold a heritage and way of life somewhat distinctive to the Emerald Isle. Few Catholic Americans can claim that they have not been influenced by the embodiment of this spirituality within their own education. The elusiveness, yet popularity, of the phraseology presents its own challenge in unlocking how Celtic Spirituality emerges as an area of personal growth. Certainly the Carmina Gadelica, the peregrinatio pro christo, the doctrine of the Trinity, the emphasis on penance, and the Breastplate of St. Patrick are integral to our own understanding of this pathway to God. Come and join us in exploring this heritage more deeply. Sr. Madeleine Grace, CVI, a member of the Congregation of the Incarnate Word and Blessed Sacrament in Houston, holds degrees from the University of Houston in Social Science, St. Mary's University in San Antonio in Theology and St. Louis University in St. Louis in Historical Theology. Her specific area of specialization is Early Church History coupled with a keen interest in Spirituality. She currently is an Associate Professor in the UST Department of Theology. These events are first-come, first-served. Please advise us in advance of any mobility issues. All lectures are free and there is a minimal charge for some concerts. Parking is available for $2 in the Moran Center at West Alabama St. at Graustark St. A campus map is available online under About UST at http://www.stthom.edu/public/index.asp?page_ID=3845/. Alternatively, access www.stthom.edu, then Quick Links on top right hand corner of the Web site, look under On Campus and click the link for Maps. Concert and Lecture Sponsors: The Center for Irish Studies Cultural Outreach Forum sponsors our Cultural Outreach Series, along with other sponsors. Members of the Cultural Outreach Forum are listed below. Become a member of the Cultural Outreach Forum or a Friend of the Center for Irish Studies! For more information, contact the Center Director, Lori Meghan Gallagher, JD, at 713-525-3592 oririshstudies@stthom.edu. ********************************************** -02/08/13 - Think Lizzy at Concert Pub North The Concert Pub North 2470 FM 1960W, Houston, Texas 77068 ********************************************** -02/08/13 - Blaggards at Ashford Arms Irish Pub Ashford Arms Irish Pub 14605 Perthshire Houston, TX 77079 Doors open: 21:00 *********************************************** -02/09/13 - Miggins Memorial Music Festival And Irish Stew Cook Off at Lucky's Pub (note name change) Saturday, February 9, 2013 - 12:00pm until 6:00pm Memorialize our friends Rory Miggins & Larry Joe Miggins, the best of friends and the best of men. Their lives were truly filled with challenges which was met with a smile and a good nature. Both of them effected so many that did not even know him, from the Irish community to Live Music venues throughout Houston to the Texas Army. They are missed greatly! Cook-Team Competition for Irish stew, Chili and other dishes; Best booth is also judged. Entertainers: The Dead Rabbits & Others to be announced. http://www.hsppc.org/Cook-Off.html http://www.facebook.com/pages/Rory-Miggins-Memorial-Irish-Stew-Cook-off-Music-Festival/255958397240 http://www.facebook.com/events/457612534275194/ ********************************************** -02/09/13 - Celtic Voyage at Waldo's Coffee House Waldo's Coffee House – 1030 Heights Blvd, Houston, Texas 77008 (713) 869-0700 We are one of Houston's most popular Celtic bands. Our mission is simple: "Give our audience a cracking good time, one that they will talk about for weeks." We do it by taking you for a ride on an emotional roller coaster traveling through time to visit the four corners of the Celtic world. We entertain you with toe tapping jigs and reels and rock you with mighty ballads that tell of times and events long past. We will throw in a few funny stories and some banter along the way, just for good measure. We invite you to come along and spend an evening with us; you will not regret it nor forget it. To contact us via e-mail use "celticvoyage@hotmail.com" Influences: Too many to name really but here are a few. The Fureys; The Dubliners; The Clancys; Silly Wizard; Steeleye Span; Ladysmith; Pogues; Wolftones; Battlefield Band; Old Blind Dogs etc. Paxton; McTell; Gibson; Lightfoot ...the list goes on and on. ********************************************** -02/10/13 - Houston Ceili Night - Inaugural Evening at Bohemeo's Cafe 708 Telephone Road, Houston, TX 77023 If you would like to come out and join us for the first of many nights for good local Irish music and dance, please consider "joining" us February 10 from 7:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Stay for 30 minutes or the entire three hours. There great food and coffee at Bohemeos to enjoy as well! ********************************************** -02/13/13 - Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones at Ashford Arms Pub Wednesday, February 13, 2013 8:00pm Fifty years on from his debut performance, Warfield is now delighted to present the Young Wolfe Tones. Biography: Following a lifetime of success as a founding member and leader of the legendary Wolfe Tones for some 40 years, Derek Warfield has now assembled some of the finest young talents on the Irish music scene. His love for our musical heritage is such, that a way to pass on our tradition was of vital importance. So a new day dawns on The Wolfe Tones legend and almost 50 years on from his debut performa...See More Members: Derek Warfield (Vocals, Bodhrán & Mandolin) Damaris Woods (Tenor Banjo) Fintan Warfield (Vocals & Bass Guitar) Alan Murray (Guitar & Vocals) Dan Lowery (Flute, Guitar & Vocals) Luke Ward (Bass Guitar, Bouzouki & Vocals) Record Label Kells Music Description: Subscribe to the Young Wolfe Tones' mailing list and receive updates straight to your inbox: www.theyoungwolfetones.com http://youtube.com/theyoungwolfetones http://twitter.com/youngwolfetones http://soundcloud.com/theyoungwolfetones Ashford Arms Irish Pub-Houston-Texas Ashford Arms Pub 14605 Perthshire, Houston, TX 77079 (281) 497-5316 ********************************************** -02/15/13 - Chieftains 50 Anniversary Concert at Jones Hall *********************************************** -02/15/13 - Great Guinness Toast w/ The Dead Rabbits at Union Tavern Friday, February 15, 2013 - 9:00pm Union Tavern 435 El Dorado Blvd., Houston, Texas 77598 It's The Great Guinness Toast! C'mon down to Union Tavern and let's raise a pint of the black stuff to celebrate the worlds biggest cheers! Joining in on the fun with us... The Ramblin' Boys, and The Dad Horse Experience!!! No Cover! ********************************************** -02/16/13 - Kim Robertson Celtic Harpist Workshop at Memorial Dr. Presbyterian Church Kim Robertson Workshop and Concert We are proud to welcome Kim Robertson to Houston for a workshop and concert on Feb. 16 and 17, 2013. One of the most sought after Celtic Harpists in the USA, Kim will play a varied program of Irish, Scottish & American folk melodies, and some original compositions on the Celtic harp. Her stories and descriptions display a delightful sense of humor. Workshop: Sat. Feb. 16, 10 AM to 2:30 PM with brown bag lunch (beverage vending machine on site) - Morning session will include airs and lullabies for beginners and early intermediates. Afternoon session advances gradually into improvisation, playing with other musicians, and more. Memorial Dr. Presbyterian Church, 11612 Memorial Drive, Houston 77024; Memorial Dr. at Blalock (Blalock is an extension of Fondren going north. It can be confusing if you aren't aware of this.) Yoga classroom at north end of church, roll harps in at side door, ample parking. Church Tel. 713-782-1710. Tuition: $50 before Feb. 11. $60 thereafter. Make check to Greater Houston Chapter of AHS and mail to: Louise Trotter 12327 Meadow Lake Dr. Houston, TX 77077 Please include your phone number and email address. Bring harp and music stand if possible. Chairs provided. Music Handouts will be provided. For more info contact: Louise Trotter: 281-497-2986. KIM ROBERTSON is a renowned performer, arranger and recording artist who has stretched the boundaries of the harp for a new generation of performers and audiences. As a pioneer in the American folk harp movement, she combines an improvisational spirit with a passionate sense of tradition, bringing a contemporary touch to a centuries-old instrument. Born in Wisconsin, she is classically trained on piano and orchestral harp. In the mid-70's, Kim's discovery of the Celtic harp grew into a profound love for the instrument, setting her upon the path of exploration for which she is now widely known. Kim has traveled with her harp from concert halls to grass roots folk clubs, from luxury cruise ships to remote mountaintops; she has performed concerts by candlelight, delivered singing telegrams and played herself on an episode of "Beverly Hills 90210". She regularly tours the USA, Canada and Europe as one of the most popular folk harpists performing today. Her work encompasses numerous recording projects, published harp arrangements, and an international itinerary of workshops and retreats. *********************************************** -02/17/13 - Kim Robertson Celtic Harpist Concert at Memorial Dr. Presbyterian Church Concert: Sunday Feb. 17 at 2:30 P.M. in the Memorial Dr. Presbyterian Church chapel, north side of church, double doors closest to the Blalock side of church. Suggested concert donation: $10. No reservation needed. KIM ROBERTSON is a renowned performer, arranger and recording artist who has stretched the boundaries of the harp for a new generation of performers and audiences. As a pioneer in the American folk harp movement, she combines an improvisational spirit with a passionate sense of tradition, bringing a contemporary touch to a centuries-old instrument. Born in Wisconsin, she is classically trained on piano and orchestral harp. In the mid-70's, Kim's discovery of the Celtic harp grew into a profound love for the instrument, setting her upon the path of exploration for which she is now widely known. Kim has traveled with her harp from concert halls to grass roots folk clubs, from luxury cruise ships to remote mountaintops; she has performed concerts by candlelight, delivered singing telegrams and played herself on an episode of "Beverly Hills 90210". She regularly tours the USA, Canada and Europe as one of the most popular folk harpists performing today. Her work encompasses numerous recording projects, published harp arrangements, and an international itinerary of workshops and retreats. ********************************************** -02/17/13 - Flogging Mollys at the House of Blues Sunday 02/17/2013 Doors: 06:30 PM Show: 07:30 PM Prices: $33.00 - General Admission/ standing- Adva $36.00 - Day of Show- GA/ Standing Room $40.50 - Balcony Seating House of Blues - Houston 1204 Caroline Houston, TX 77001 (832) 667-7733 ***********************************************- -02/28/13 - Dropkick Murphys at House of Blues Thursday 02/28/2013 Doors: 07:00 PM Show: 08:00 PM Prices: $27.50 - General Admission $30.00 - General Admission - Day of Show $37.50 - Balcony Seating House of Blues - Houston 1204 Caroline Houston, TX 77001 (832) 667-7733 ********************************************** -03/01-03 - North Texas Irish Festival at Fair Park, Dallas NTIF 2013 is the 31st anniversary festival. We started life on March 3, 1983, when a small group of like-minded musicians created a small gathering at Nick Farrelly's Lounge (generally called the NFL Bar). The event was known as the "First Texas Ceili." Ceili (pronounced kay-lee) means a visit or gathering in Gaelic and is understood to involve musical entertainment and dance. The following year we moved home to the historical Fair Park where we have been ever since. In addition to being our 31st festival, we also picked the theme of "Along the Lines" to highlight three of the significant contributions that the Irish immigrent brought to America: their music, literature and willingness to work constructing the railroad system. That gives us the three lines: the line of music, the line of text and the railway line, each of which will be featured in the 2013 festival. http://www.ntif.org/ ------------------------------------------------------- -03/02/13 - Constant Billy at Waldo's Coffee House Waldo's Coffee House – 1030 Heights Blvd, Houston, Texas 77008 (713) 869-0700 Saturday night from 7:30-10pm enjoy Houston's masters of musical mayhem Constant Billy at Waldo's Coffee House in the Houston Heights. No cover charge- we'll pass the hat. Come early and grab a seat in this relaxed, intimate setting. Delish sandwiches & coffee or if you prefer, it's $5 per head to BYOB. We are there the first Saturday of the month. ********************************************** -03/02/13 - Blaggards at Ashford Arms Irish Pub Ashford Arms Irish Pub 14605 Perthshire Houston, TX 77079 Doors open: 21:00 *********************************************** -03/06/13 - Tommy O'Sullivan and Sliabh Notes at Univ of St Thomas Wednesday, March 6, 2013 Tommy O'Sullivan and Sliabh Notes When: 7:30 pm Where: University of St. Thomas, Jones Hall, 3910 Yoakum, Houston TX 77006 Benefiting the William J. Flynn Center for Irish Studies Open to the public; Adults $15; Seniors $10; children and students free Seating is first-come, first-served; seats reserved for those with mobility restrictions Rarely do Houstonians have a chance to hear one traditional Irish musician from the heartland of the west of Ireland, and even more rare is the experience of hearing several together. Join us for a special return group appearance of these fantastic musicians. Sliabh Notes, the traditional group from the southwest of Ireland, featuring Dónal Murphy from Abbeyfeale, Matt Cranitch from Cork, and Tommy O'Sullivan from Dingle, make a welcome return to Texas in 2013. Since the group was formed in 1995, they have released three albums, and have established an enviable reputation for their high-quality traditional music. They have played at many venues throughout Ireland, and have also performed at major festivals, including North Texas Irish Festival, Milwaukee Irish Fest, Copenhagen Irish Festival in Denmark, Torino Festival in Italy, Camden Festival in London, Castlewellan Celtic Fusion Festival, and Ballyshannon International Folk Festival. At all these events, Sliabh Notes and their music, which has been described as 'having a distinctive regional flavour but with international appeal', were given a very enthusiastic reception. Writing in Irish Music Magazine, Betsy Cummings reviewed their performances at Milwaukee Irish Fest: "Sliabh Notes outstandingly represents Ireland's Sliabh Luachra region and they also get my award for one of the best Irish band names. I can only hope they'll be touring Stateside more often and very soon. I'm a fan but who wouldn't be when the music is this good?" At the heart of the Sliabh Notes sound is the playing of Dónal Murphy on accordion, and Matt Cranitch on fiddle, who in the words of Paul Dromey, Folk Columnist of the Evening Echo, "have proved themselves to be one of the finest and most electrifying Sliabh Luachra-style box and fiddle duos you could wish to hear." Added to this stellar performance is the versatile guitar playing and unique singing of Tommy O'Sullivan. The result is a dynamic mix of exciting traditional music that is vibrant, powerful and compelling. Nuala O'Connor has said in the Irish Times that "it is difficult not to be carried away by this music." Sliabh Luachra is well-known for its unique style of Irish traditional music, particularly its distinctive repertoire of slides and polkas. The area has long been an inspiration and source of influence for Dónal, Matt and Tommy, and this is reflected in their concert repertoire and recordings. To date they have made three albums, "Sliabh Notes," "Gleanntan" and "Along Blackwater's Banks." Each album has received much critical acclaim, including: "[T]hese reels take on new life and luster in the brilliant playing afforded them here by Sliabh Notes … This is one that should not be missed." – Sally Sommers-Smith, Irish Music Magazine. "One of the best albums to be released this year so far comes form Sliabh Notes." – Irish Post. "Magnificent." – Siobhán Long, Irish Times. "Past, present and future of Irish music, all encapsulated in one single album." – http://worldzone.net/music/rudall/ For more information, consult their Web sites: http://www.mattcranitch.com/ http://donalmurphy.net/ http://tommyosullivan.net/ These events are first-come, first-served. Please advise us in advance of any mobility issues. All lectures are free and there is a minimal charge for some concerts. Parking is available for $2 in the Moran Center at West Alabama St. at Graustark St. A campus map is available online under About UST at http://www.stthom.edu/public/index.asp?page_ID=3845/. Alternatively, access www.stthom.edu, then Quick Links on top right hand corner of the Web site, look under On Campus and click the link for Maps. Concert and Lecture Sponsors: The Center for Irish Studies Cultural Outreach Forum sponsors our Cultural Outreach Series, along with other sponsors. Members of the Cultural Outreach Forum are listed below. Become a member of the Cultural Outreach Forum or a Friend of the Center for Irish Studies! For more information, contact the Center Director, Lori Meghan Gallagher, JD, at 713-525-3592 oririshstudies@stthom.edu. ********************************************* -03/09/13 - Celtic Voyage at Waldo's Coffee House Waldo's Coffee House – 1030 Heights Blvd, Houston, Texas 77008 (713) 869-0700 We are one of Houston's most popular Celtic bands. Our mission is simple: "Give our audience a cracking good time, one that they will talk about for weeks." We do it by taking you for a ride on an emotional roller coaster traveling through time to visit the four corners of the Celtic world. We entertain you with toe tapping jigs and reels and rock you with mighty ballads that tell of times and events long past. We will throw in a few funny stories and some banter along the way, just for good measure. We invite you to come along and spend an evening with us; you will not regret it nor forget it. To contact us via e-mail use "celticvoyage@hotmail.com" Influences: Too many to name really but here are a few. The Fureys; The Dubliners; The Clancys; Silly Wizard; Steeleye Span; Ladysmith; Pogues; Wolftones; Battlefield Band; Old Blind Dogs etc. Paxton; McTell; Gibson; Lightfoot ...the list goes on and on. ********************************************* *03/12/13 - Irish Sing-A-Long at Grif's with the Celtic Chorus of Texas Griffs Irish Pub 3416 Roseland, Houston, Texas 77006 An evening of Irish Pub songs on the back patio between 7 & 9PM ********************************************* -03/15/13 - Annual St Patrick's Day Celebration at Univ of St Thomas Friday, March 15, 2013 Annual St. Patrick's Day Celebration Mass Celebrated by His Eminence Daniel Cardinal DiNardo When: 10:30 am (note later time due to morning Latin Mass) Where: University of St. Thomas, Chapel of St. Basil, 3802 Yoakum Brunch: University of St. Thomas, Jerabeck Gymnasium, 4000 Mt. Vernon Cost of Breakfast: $25 check or cash with advanced ticket sales; $30 at the door Benefiting the William J. Flynn Center for Irish Studies RSVP requested for Breakfast by Thursday, March 7, 2013 to 713-525-3592 or irishstudies@stthom.edu Celebrate St. Patrick's Day as it is celebrated in Ireland. His eminence Daniel N. Cardinal DiNardo will celebrate the Feast of St. Patrick with a Mass in the Chapel of St. Basil. Other priests are welcome to concelebrate. After Mass, stay for a traditional Irish feast of smoked salmon, Irish soda bread, scrambled eggs and much more! Be a part of this important annual celebration! These events are first-come, first-served. Please advise us in advance of any mobility issues. All lectures are free and there is a minimal charge for some concerts. Parking is available for $2 in the Moran Center at West Alabama St. at Graustark St. A campus map is available online under About UST at http://www.stthom.edu/public/index.asp?page_ID=3845/. Alternatively, access www.stthom.edu, then Quick Links on top right hand corner of the Web site, look under On Campus and click the link for Maps. Concert and Lecture Sponsors: The Center for Irish Studies Cultural Outreach Forum sponsors our Cultural Outreach Series, along with other sponsors. Members of the Cultural Outreach Forum are listed below. Become a member of the Cultural Outreach Forum or a Friend of the Center for Irish Studies! For more information, contact the Center Director, Lori Meghan Gallagher, JD, at 713-525-3592 oririshstudies@stthom.edu. ************************************************ -03/15/13 - Irish Society Annual Dinner at Houston Petroleum Club Our annual dinner will be held at the Houston Petroleum Club on March 15th. Accepting RSVPs now. Ticket price has not changed from $150 per person. Valet service is included. Open bar all evening. For reservations, call: "Lyn" Brogan at (281) 531-0656 or Pat Sharkey at (713) 752-4266. The evening begins at 6:30 PM with a reception. Grand Entrance of honorees at 7:35. Dinner at 8:00 sharp. Evening concludes at 9:30 PM. Our March 15, 2013 annual Dinner will celebrate not only 3 AOH Icons, but also the Ancient Order of Hibernians which will always be in our memory here in Houston. The 3 lifetime Irish Society members to be honored are Tom Horan, Burke O'Rourke and Larry Miggins. All of these gentlemen were members of the Dick Dowling Division. When the AOH was active in Houston, often their social gatherings included visiting Kenneally's Irish Pub. PETROLEUM CLUB of Houston, 800 Bell St. Houston, TX 77002 Phone:(713) 659-1431 --------------------------------------------------------- -03/15/13 - Blaggards at the Continental Club Doors open at 10PM 3700 Main Street 77002 Houston, TX, US 7135299666 http://www.continentalclub.com *********************************************** -03/16/13 - 54th Annual St. Patrick's Parade in Downtown Houston Welcome To The Houston St. Patrick's Parade Official Webpage! 54th Annual St. Patrick's Parade Saturday, March 16th, 2013 at Noon-Rain or Shine! 2013 Grand Marshal: To Be Annouced *********************************************** -03/17/13 - St Patrick's Day with the Dead Rabbits at Grifs Sunday, March 17, 2013 Details to come Griffs Irish Pub 3416 Roseland, Houston, Texas 77006 *********************************************** -03/17/13 - 35th Annual St Patrick's Day Parade on FM1960 http://www.1960parade.com/#mnuParadeInformation For more information on these events, Please visit our website at www.1960parade.com Email: 1960parade@gmail.com or phone 936-647-5623 *********************************************** -03/17/13 - St Patrick's Day at the Mucky Duck St Patricks Day March 17 starts at 12 PM Advance Tickets: $20.00 Ticket price at the door: $22.00 What we celebrate on St. Patrick's Day 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; a great way to explore Irish music and tradition. For the celebration, our entire property is covered under a big-top tent and we showcase traditional and contemporary Celtic music and dance inside and outside the Duck throughout the day. There is seating in both areas on a first come - first served basis. Entertainers: O'Maoileidigh Irish Dancers Clandestine The Jig is Up! Jiggernaut Brizeus The Irish Session players Master of Ceremonies and Comic Relief - Jim Mackenzie Martin Burniston's Irish Singalong St Patrick's Day Menu Corned Beef & Cabbage Beef Guinness Shepherd's Pie Fish & Chips *********************************************** -03/23/13 - Dead Rabbits on the Strand Saturday, March 23, 2013 Details to come... Galveston Island Galveston, Texas 77550 *********************************************** -04/06/13 - Constant Billy at Waldo's Coffee House Waldo's Coffee House – 1030 Heights Blvd, Houston, Texas 77008 (713) 869-0700 Saturday night from 7:30-10pm enjoy Houston's masters of musical mayhem Constant Billy at Waldo's Coffee House in the Houston Heights. No cover charge- we'll pass the hat. Come early and grab a seat in this relaxed, intimate setting. Delish sandwiches & coffee or if you prefer, it's $5 per head to BYOB. We are there the first Saturday of the month. -------------------------------------------------------- -04/07/13 - Houston Fenians Gaelic Athletic Club @ Molly's Pub Downtown Get to know The Houston Fenians Saturday 7th 8.00pm @ Mollys Pub Downtown 509 Main Street Houston The club social is a chance to get to know each other, as well as introduce our wives and girlfriends to each other before we travel to Austin on the 14th. Come out and have a pint with us! Molly's Pub Downtown 509 Main Street, Houston, Texas 77002 ********************************************** -04/11/13 – Dr Joseph McFadden on Queen Victoria''s 4 Visits to Ireland at Univ of St Thomas Thursday, April 11, 2013 The Queen Comes to Ireland: The Story of Queen Victoria's Four Visits Dr. Joseph McFadden, University President Emeritus and History Professor Emeritus When: 7:30 pm Where: Cullen Hall, 4001 Mt. Vernon, Houston TX 77006 Free and open to the public Queen Victoria visited Ireland four times during her 63-year reign as the Queen of England and the British Empire. The visits took place in: 1849, 1853, 1861, and 1900. The purpose and results differed for each trip to Ireland. None of the visits was a "state visit." All were characterized as "private" visitations. A characterization for each visit would be as follows: 1849: reassuring; 1851: enabling; 1861: peaceful; 1900: a missed opportunity. We will discuss each of these visits and their impact on Irish history. Dr. McFadden earned his Ph.D. from Northern Illinois University in American History with a minor in Modern European History and Russian History. He has traveled extensively in Ireland and taught at Mary Immaculate College in Limerick, Ireland. He has been with UST since 1988, teaching as a history professor since 1997, and serving as president between 1988 and 1997 and again as interim president in Spring 2004. Dr. McFadden founded the Center for Irish Studies in 2002. These events are first-come, first-served. Please advise us in advance of any mobility issues. All lectures are free and there is a minimal charge for some concerts. Parking is available for $2 in the Moran Center at West Alabama St. at Graustark St. A campus map is available online under About UST at http://www.stthom.edu/public/index.asp?page_ID=3845/. Alternatively, access www.stthom.edu, then Quick Links on top right hand corner of the Web site, look under On Campus and click the link for Maps. Concert and Lecture Sponsors: The Center for Irish Studies Cultural Outreach Forum sponsors our Cultural Outreach Series, along with other sponsors. Members of the Cultural Outreach Forum are listed below. Become a member of the Cultural Outreach Forum or a Friend of the Center for Irish Studies! For more information, contact the Center Director, Lori Meghan Gallagher, JD, at 713-525-3592 oririshstudies@stthom.edu. ********************************************** -04/13/13 - Celtic Voyage at Waldo's Coffee House Waldo's Coffee House – 1030 Heights Blvd, Houston, Texas 77008 (713) 869-0700 We are one of Houston's most popular Celtic bands. Our mission is simple: "Give our audience a cracking good time, one that they will talk about for weeks." We do it by taking you for a ride on an emotional roller coaster traveling through time to visit the four corners of the Celtic world. We entertain you with toe tapping jigs and reels and rock you with mighty ballads that tell of times and events long past. We will throw in a few funny stories and some banter along the way, just for good measure. We invite you to come along and spend an evening with us; you will not regret it nor forget it. To contact us via e-mail use "celticvoyage@hotmail.com" Influences: Too many to name really but here are a few. The Fureys; The Dubliners; The Clancys; Silly Wizard; Steeleye Span; Ladysmith; Pogues; Wolftones; Battlefield Band; Old Blind Dogs etc. Paxton; McTell; Gibson; Lightfoot ...the list goes on and on. ********************************************** *04/13/13 - Celtic Night with the Aeros & the Celtic Chorus of Houston Houston Toyota Center 1510 Polk St., Houston, Texas 77002 Celtic Chorus will be performing in the concourse area between 6PM-7PM (They are going to miss Irish Aires that night!) ********************************************** -04/15-19 - TIMES Irish Trad Camp with Fiddler Oisin Mac Diarmada in Richardson, TX Week-long camp in Richardson, TX for traditional Irish fiddlers April 15-19, 2013 for intermediate and advanced students ages 18 and older. Description Combined with a comfortable setting, other motivated people who want to learn well, and at an affordable price, TIMES Irish Trad Camp has all the makings of an extraordinary learning experience. In the end, you will be much farther along the path to Irish music fluency and mastery of your instrument. Our first camp will be taught by Oisin Mac Diarmada on April 15-19, 2013 at Springhill Retreat Center in Richardson, TX. Please visit our website for more details. History TIMES Irish Trad Camps are organized by the Traditional Irish Music Education Society (TIMES), a non-profit organization based in Richardson, TX. One Trad Camp per year will be offered focused on one instrument taught by one master instructor. The first Trad Camp will be held on April 15-19, 2013. http://irishtradmusic.org/tradcamp/Oisin-MacDiarmada.html ********************************************** *04/27/13 - Houston Celtic Festival and Highland Games with the Celtic Chorus (updated info) The Houston Celtic Festival and Highland Games Public Event · By Houston Celtic Festival and Highland Games Saturday, April 27, 2013 Join us for a True Celtic Festival and Highland Games filled with sights, sounds, tastes, sports and loads of Fun for the whole family! Our 2 day event features dancers, music, food, kids activities and sports that is an annual icon not to be missed. Mark your calendar and gather your friends because this festival will last a lifetime in your heart and soul. A celebration of rich culture, traditions, good times and so much more. Share us, Like us, Love us! We'll see you soon! Houston Celtic Festival and Highland Games 1 Abercrombie , Houston, Texas 77084 *********************************** -05/02/13 - Clandestine at the Mucky Duck Clandestine May 2 730 PM Advance Tickets: $20.00 Ticket price at the door: $22.00 Clandestine is hard-driving, toe-tapping Texas Celtic sound. They re-formed in 2006 after a four-year break, with the same brand of blasting tune sets and new songs. Al Cofrin, the newest member, brings cittern and another set of bagpipes to the mix. Percussionist and singer Emily Dugas captivates with her original song collaborations with Al, as well as her singular interpretations of songs in the Celtic genre. Piper EJ Jones and fiddler Gregory McQueen return with the full force of their individual musical energies. EJ and Al also join Emily on vocals, with many songs now set in three-part harmony. Once again, Clandestine is a regular feature at the Texas Scottish Festival and the North Texas Irish Festival, as well as their home pub, McGonigel's Mucky Duck in Houston. ********************************** *05/03-05 - General Sam Houston Folk Festival with Jed Marum & the Celtic Chorus of Houston Step Back In Time To The 1800s And Enjoy! The General Sam Houston Folk Festival in Huntsville Texas will celebrate its 26th year on the Sam Houston Museum grounds, the grounds where Sam and Margaret lived with their children. Information Admission: Friday: $3.00 for everyone, all ages! Adults 6 and over: $10.00 Good for Saturday and Sunday Children 5 and under: $3.00 each day Students $8.00: Good for Saturday and Sunday Groups 15 +: $8.00 each paid in one amount. one day only Parking: Friday: 19th Street will be closed. Saturday and Sunday: Drop off entrance is 19th Street. Please follow signs to remote parking with shuttle to Festival. School Teachers: To register for the Friday School Day, contact Cherie Meroney at cmeroney@huntsville-isd.org or (936) 293-2560. ********************************* -05/04/13 - Constant Billy at Waldo's Coffee House Waldo's Coffee House – 1030 Heights Blvd, Houston, Texas 77008 (713) 869-0700 Saturday night from 7:30-10pm enjoy Houston's masters of musical mayhem Constant Billy at Waldo's Coffee House in the Houston Heights. No cover charge- we'll pass the hat. Come early and grab a seat in this relaxed, intimate setting. Delish sandwiches & coffee or if you prefer, it's $5 per head to BYOB. We are there the first Saturday of the month. ********************************************** -05/06/13 - Molly's Pub Golf Tournament May 6, 2013 Save The Date for this Event Hosted by Molly's Pub Benefiting the Texas Prader-Willi Association (www.TXPWA.org) ********************************************** -05/11/13 - Celtic Voyage at Waldo's Coffee House Waldo's Coffee House – 1030 Heights Blvd, Houston, Texas 77008 (713) 869-0700 We are one of Houston's most popular Celtic bands. Our mission is simple: "Give our audience a cracking good time, one that they will talk about for weeks." We do it by taking you for a ride on an emotional roller coaster traveling through time to visit the four corners of the Celtic world. We entertain you with toe tapping jigs and reels and rock you with mighty ballads that tell of times and events long past. We will throw in a few funny stories and some banter along the way, just for good measure. We invite you to come along and spend an evening with us; you will not regret it nor forget it. To contact us via e-mail use "celticvoyage@hotmail.com" Influences: Too many to name really but here are a few. The Fureys; The Dubliners; The Clancys; Silly Wizard; Steeleye Span; Ladysmith; Pogues; Wolftones; Battlefield Band; Old Blind Dogs etc. Paxton; McTell; Gibson; Lightfoot ...the list goes on and on. ********************************************** -11/02/13 - Houston Open Platform Feis and Championships Tew Academy of Irish dance is pleased to announce our first feis. The Houston Open Platform Feis and Championships will be held November 2, 2013 in Houston, TX. (exact venue to be announced soon). Come join us for a dance of Irish dance competition, camaraderie and fun. Our Feis is sanctioned by the North American Irish Dance Federation, an open platform organization, which means that everyone is welcome to compete regardless of school affiliation or teacher certification. Retired dancers are also encouraged to register as well! All dance entries will be handled through NAIDF's online registration and feis system, FeisKeeper. NAIDF Member Schools Registration Fee: $20.00 (per dancer) Per Dance: $11.00 Junior and senior championships $20 inclusive. Non-NAIDF Member Schools Registration Fee: $23.00 (per dancer) Per Dance: $13.00 Junior and senior championships $25 inclusive. Registration Opens January 1, 2013 · Registration Closes October 1, 2013 · Register at FeisKeeper.com ********************************************** -11/08/13 - Annual Irish Gala benefiting the William J. Flynn Center for Irish Studies SAVE THE DATE Friday, November 8, 2013 Annual Irish Gala benefiting the William J. Flynn Center for Irish Studies The Houstonian Hotel, 111 North Post Oak Lane, Houston, TX 77024 6:30 pm reception; dinner following reception Honorees: Members of the international community who have been instrumental in building and maintaining peace in Northern Ireland: Rev. and Mrs. Harold Good Join us for an enjoyable evening with delicious food, lively entertainment and great company! We are delighted to honor Rev. and Mrs. Harold Good of Belfast, Northern Ireland. Rev. Good has served as the President of the Methodist Church in Ireland (for the entire island) and has received many awards recognizing his contributions to peace around the world. The Goods also have played a significant role as mentors to our students on the Flynn Center for Irish Studies' study abroad program in Northern Ireland. Help us raise scholarships to enable our students to enroll in Irish Studies courses at UST as well as to study abroad in Ireland and Northern Ireland. Through the funds raised by the Gala, we also raise scholarships to bring Irish and Northern Irish students to study at UST. For more details, please contact Lori Gallagher at 713-525-3592 or irishstudies@stthom.edu ********************************************* Venue Info Alley Theatre 615 Texas Avenue, Houston, Texas (713) 220-5700 Ashford Arms Pub 14605 Perthshire, Houston, TX 77079 (281) 497-5316 Barnevelder Movement Arts Complex 2201 Preston Street Houston, Texas, 77003 Big John's 6150 Wilcrest Drive, Houston, TX 77072 (281) 498-3499 Bohemeo's, 408 Telephone Road, Houston, Texas Brian O'Neils 5555 Morningside Dr, Houston, TX 77005 713-522-2603 Bull & Bear 11980 Westheimer Rd # A Houston, TX 77077-6670 (281) 496-6655 Cactus Music & Records 210 Portsmouth Houston, TX Center for Irish Studies, University of St Thomas Lori Meghan Gallagher, JD Director, Center for Irish Studies University of St. Thomas 3800 Montrose Blvd. Houston, TX 77006 713-525-3592 (direct) 713-525-3866 (fax) irishstudies@stthom.edu www.stthom.edu/irishstudies Continental Club 3700 Main Street Houston, TX 77002-9504, United States (713) 529-9899 Dan Electro's Guitar Bar 1031 East 24th Street Houston, TX 77009. Deans Credit Clothing, 316 Main Street, Houston, Texas 77002 Echo Lounge 1515 Pease St. Houston, TX 713-659-2000 Foundry United Methodist Church 8350 Jones Road at Highway 290, Houston, Texas The Goose Acre 21 Waterway Ave, Spring, TX 77380 The Grand 1894 Opera House 2020 Postoffice Street Galveston, TX 77550 Phone: 800-821-1894 409-763-7173 Fax: 409-763-1068 Email: tickets@thegrand.com Griff's 3416 Roseland Street Houston, TX 77006-4307 (713) 528-9912 Highland Village Farmer's Market, 2720 Suffolk Dr. Houston, Texas House of Blues 1204 Caroline St, Houston, TX 77002 (888) 402–5837 Houston Amateur Sports Park. 12131 Kirby Drive, Houston, Texas, 77045 Irish American Heritage Assoc. Municipal Utility District Building Cimmaron Pkwy at Hidden Canyon Rd (just west of S Mason Rd) Katy, Texas http://users.hal-pc.org/~triolamj/ Jesse H Jones Hall for the Performing Arts 615 Louisiana Street 77002 Houston, TX, US (713) 227-3974 http://www.houstontx.gov/joneshall/index.htm JP Hops House\ 2317 South Highway 6 Houston- (one block north of Westheimer on Highway 6) Call 281-496-0623 Kenneally's Irish Pub 2111 S Shepherd Drive Houston, Texas 77019 713-630-0486 Khon's 2808 Milam Street Houston, TX 77006 (713) 523-7775 (click HERE for map) The Last Concert Cafe 1403 Nance St. Houston, TX. 77002 713 226-8563 Late Nite Pie 302 Tuam Street Houston, TX Listening Room at Nia Moves- 508 Pecore- in the Heights Houston, TX 77009 info@niamoves.com Logon Cafe, 3508 Calder Ave Beaumont, Texas 409-832-1529 www.logoncafe.net Lucky's Pub 801 Saint Emanuel Street, Houston, TX 77003 (713) 522-2010 Lynn's Longbranch Saloon 5505 Pinemont Houston, TX 77092-2619 (713) 686-8668 NO cover. Mc Gonigel's Mucky Duck 2425 Norfolk Street Houston, TX 77098-4113 (713) 528-5999 www.mcgonigels.com Millbend Coffeehouse 1370 North Millbend ( @ Northwoods Unitarian Universalist Church) The Woodlands, TX 77380 Molly Maguires 15945 Kuykendahl Rd, Houston, TX 77068 (281) 580-6167 Mollys Pub Downtown 509 Main Houston, TX 77002 713-222-1033 Molly's Pub Kingwood 29803 Loop 494, Kingwood, TX 77339 Molly's Pub Tomball 28107 Texas 249 , Tomball, TX 77375 281-255-2175 Molly Malone's Pub 7824 Louetta Road Spring, TX 77379, United States (281) 370-4949 FaceBook Page Molly's on Westheimer 11128 Westheimer Houston, Texas 713.789.95 Olde City Pub 14124 Stuebner Airline Road, Houston, TX 77069 832-249-6167 Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe 413 20th Street Galveston, TX 77550 (409) 762-9199 R&R Sports Bar & Grill 3338 FM 528, Friendswood, TX 77546 281-996-8300 Scout Bar 18307 Egret Bay Boulevard Houston, TX 77058 (281) 335-0002 http://www.scoutbar.com/home.php Shamrock Tavern 16150 Stuebner Airline Rd. Suite F Spring, TX Sherlock's Baker Street Pub 10001 Westheimer Houston TX 77042 St. Luke's Presbyterian Church 8915 Timberside Drive Houston, 77025 713-667-653 Stats Sports Bar & Grill 10480 Louetta Rd, Houston, TX 77070 Tremont House, A Wyndham Grand Hotel 2300 Ships Mechanic Row, Galveston, TX 77550 Union Tavern 435 El Dorado Blvd # A, Webster, TX 77598 (281) 486-6644 Urban Harvest Farmers Market In the Parking Lot behind 3000 Richmond at Eastside Houston , Texas The Vanishing Point 2411 Strand, Galveston, TX. (409) 750-9101 Verizon Wireless Theatre 520 Texas Avenue Houston, TX 77002 (713) 230-1666 www.verizonwireless.com/ Waldo's Coffee House. 1030 Heights Blvd , Houston , TX 77008 (713) 869-0700 White Swan 4419 Navigation Houston , TX Winedale in Round Top, Tx 3738 FM 2714 Round Top, TX 78954 (979) 278-3530 -- |
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