Irish

No Irish Need Apply": A History of the Irish in Boston | March 29

Submitted by dmirand on Fri, 03/04/2016 - 2:53pm

In this one-hour presentation, historian Christopher Daley will explore the history of the Irish community in Boston from the first real migration of the Irish in 1718, to the arrival of the Scotch-Irish or the 'Ulster Irish', and the pre-famine trickle of Irish Immigrants and the corresponding increase in Anti-Irish/Catholic sentiment within Boston.

When: Tuesday, March 29 at 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM

Where: Fields Corner Branch of the Boston Public Library
1520 Dorchester Ave, Dorchester 02122

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Celebrate! with The Greene-O'Leary School of Irish Dancers | March 12

Submitted by dmirand on Tue, 03/01/2016 - 4:18pm

Come enjoy a celebration of St. Patrick's Day as these dancers demonstrate their athleticism, skill, and poise while presenting traditional and contemporary styles of Irish dance.

The 'Celebrate!' series, appropriate for family audiences and children ages 5 and up, highlights America's rich cultural diversity through the arts.With generous support from the Highland Street Foundation, performances are free. >> Read More