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Get Ready for this Year's CelticFest Vancouver 2006

VANCOUVER - It has been an exciting year at the CelticFest Vancouver Society and Dugg Simpson, the new artistic director, is busy exploring creative ideas...more

Unique Dimensions to De Danaan School Feis

VANCOUVER - Scoil Rince De Danaan, the De Danaan School of Irish Dance, will host its first feis at the Best Western Richmond Inn in Richmond, B.C. on...more

Always a Warm Welcome at Doolin's Irish Pub

VANCOUVER - Doolin's Irish Pub celebrated their third anniversary party on November 17. As usual, the pub was packed and the anniversary bash brought...more

Oireachtas and Mini-Feis 2005 a Huge Success in Vancouver

VANCOUVER - Over the weekend of November 11 to 13, Vancouver welcomed the best Irish dancers in Western Canada as they participated in Oireachtas...more

Hogmanay and Burns Suppers at the Scottish Cultural Centre

VANCOUVER - This is one of the busiest times of the year in the Scottish community with preparation underway to celebrate Hogmanay (New Year's Eve) and...more

A Celtic Christmas at the Cambrian Hall

VANCOUVER - On November 30, the Welsh Society of Vancouver presented A Celtic Christmas at the Cambrian and what a superb and entertaining...more

A New Baby Boy for Tom and Sharon

VANCOUVER - Congratulations to Tom O'Sullivan and Sharon Preston on the birth of their first-born, a son named Charlton Frederick Carbery O'Sullivan. He...more

In Memory of Joseph (Joe) Butler

Joseph (Joe) Butler passed away suddenly on September 30, at the age of 73 in Kilmaine, County Mayo, Ireland. Predeceased by his wife Mary, he will be sadly...more

In Memory of Joseph Timothy Doody (1923-2005)

VANCOUVER - Joseph Timothy Doody was born in Ballingarry, County Limerick, Ireland on January 30, 1923, the third born of six children. He married...more

In Memory of Joseph (Joe) Butler

Joseph (Joe) Butler passed away suddenly on September 30, at the age of 73 in Kilmaine, County Mayo, Ireland. Predeceased by his wife Mary, he will be sadly...more

In Memory of John Paul (JP) Larkin (1974-2005)

VANCOUVER - John Paul (JP) Larkin, passed away on November 21, at the age of 31 years as the result of a tragic accident. JP is survived by his Mom and Dad, Margaret and Paul...more

Scottish Country Dancing Classes for Children

Scottish Country Dance children’s classes for boys and girls aged 5-16 years starting January 9 to March 20 from 4 PM to 6 PM at Kerrisdale Community Centre, 5851 West Boulevard...more

Unique Lives and Experiences Lecture Series Presents Mary Robinson

VANCOUVER - Former President of Ireland Mary Robinson will participate in the 2006 Unique Lives and Experiences North America's Foremost Women's Lecture Series presented...more

Seattle-Irish

IRISH WEEK VOLUNTEERS

The next Irish Week planning meeting is at 3 PM on December 11, at Maplewood Church, 19523 84th Avenue West (following the Children's Christmas Party). If you are willing to help in any way...more

Celebrating 75 Years of Bringing the Joy and Spirit of Scottish Heritage to Vancouver

VANCOUVER - Marlene Rogerson, the president of the Moray, Nairn and Banff Association, welcomed over 300 members and guests to the Association's...more

Scotland's "Greatest Living Historian" Coming to Vancouver

VANCOUVER - The next lecture in the "Scottish Enlightenment and Emigration" lecture series sponsored by Simon Fraser University's Centre for Scottish Studies...more

Fourth Annual Benefit "To Feed the Hungry"

VANCOUVER - Mark your calendars now for the Celtic FUNdraiser event of the season. A night of merriment and cheer to share with family and friends in support of...more

IRISH WOMEN'S NETWORK: AGM and Afternoon Tea

VANCOUVER - The Irish Women's Network held its annual general meeting October 23 at the Scandinavian Centre. Details of last year's events were discussed and...more

An Irish Mass in Memory of All Souls

SEATTLE - A nice crowd was present at Seattle's St. Patrick's Church for the celebration of the annual Mass in Gaelic in memory of those members of...more

Seattle-Irish News Update

CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS

Everyone is invited to the annual Irish Children's Christmas Party on December 11, 1-4 PM, Maplewood Church, 19523 84th Avenue West (on 196th Street at 84th...more

Seeking Old Photos and Stories of Irish-Americans in Western WA

SEATTLE - I am collecting photos and stories of the Irish in western Washington with a view to having them published in a book. The development of the Puget...more

Fiona Lee: A World-Class Champion Highland Dancer

Fiona Lee of the Heather Jolly School of Highland Dancing in Coquitlam, B.C., is a world-class champion dancer. On August 26, the 15-year old dancer won the...more

Society Recognizes British Contributions to Canadian Heritage

VANCOUVER - The annual general meeting of the Society of St. George of Greater Vancouver was held on September 19. The Society's members are...more

Hard Work Pays Off for B.C. Highland Dancers

VANCOUVER - B.C. Highland Dancing Association dancers did very well representing their province at the World Highland Dancing Championships held in Dunoon...more

Another Great Year for Canmore Highland Games

CANMORE, Alberta - The 15th annual Canmore Highland Games presented by the Three Sisters Scottish Festival Society was held on September 4. Over 7,600...more

New Language Series Begins Teaching Scots Gaelic

SEATTLE - The Gaelic language of Scotland is the source of some of the greatest music, literature, and poetry of Europe. It inspires great enthusiasm and love from...more

Seattle-Irish News Update

Irish Movie & Snacks

The Hard Road to Klondike, a documentary film made for Irish TV in 1999, will be shown at 6 PM, on October 16, at Assumption Church Hall, 6215 33rd Avenue NE...more

CelticFest Vancouver 2005 - The Best Special Event

Steve McVittie and Rita Albano were recently presented with the award for "Best Special Event" on behalf of CelticFest Vancouver 2005, by Dennis Skulsky...more

CeltFest 2005: A Delicious Feast of Celtic Arts and Music

NANAIMO - Juno-nominated singer Eileen McGann attracted cheers from the crowd when, during her riveting Cowichan Valley performance at the Sunset & Stars...more

20,000 Calgary Stampede Visitors Enchanted by Irish Dancers

CALGARY - This year is Alberta's Centennial Year and there have been many celebrations throughout the province to mark the occasion. The world famous Calgary...more

The Alexander Brothers: Scotland's Musical Ambassadors

VANCOUVER - Scotland’s ambassadors of Celtic Music - brothers, Tom and Jack Alexander - will return to entertain at the Scottish Cultural Centre on...more

Magic of the Dance: A Sensation from Paris to Rio

VANCOUVER - A true sensation awaits spectators at the new 1,000 seat state-of-the art intimate performance venue River Rock Casino Resort Theatre - the...more

Seattle-Irish News Update

Early Puget Sound Irish

The Oregon Treaty of 1846 gave the United States undisputed possession of the Pacific Northwest south of the 49th parallel, extending the U.S.-Canadian boundary...more

A Fond Farewell to James Rawlinson

VANCOUVER - The British High Commissioner to Canada, David Reddaway, was in Vancouver on June 9 to host a farewell reception for the British Consul...more

Caber Tossing and Kilts Flying at Canmore Highland Games

CANMORE, Alberta - Western Canada’s premiere Highland games take place on September 4 in Canmore, Alberta. Set in the majestic Rocky Mountains...more

Talented Irish Dancers from B.C. In Nashville to Compete at the Nationals

VANCOUVER - When the rest of Canada celebrated Canada Day on July 1, a talented group of dancers from British Columbia’s own Penk O'Donnell School...more

BC Highland Games: A Wonderful Culmination of Pipers, Dancers and Massed Pipe Bands

COQUITLAM - The swirl of the pipes, Highland dancers, cotton candy, hot dogs, hamburgers, Scotch pies, haggis pies, a beer garden and tartan everywhere...more

John Keane Awarded The Celtic Connection Person of the Year

VANCOUVER - Irish-born John Keane was awarded this year’s Person of the Year Award by The Celtic Connection in recognition of his dedicated service to the...more

An Excellent Display of Piping and Drumming Second to None

By PAT CONNELL

VANCOUVER - On the first of three nights - "The Kiltless Night" - attended by some 400-plus folks at the SFU Theatre, the SFU Pipe Band were in top form...more

Cambrian Hall Roof Repairs Completed

By EIFION WILLIAMS

VANCOUVER - Thanks to the generous contributions of individual Welsh Society members and friends and the financial support of fellow Welsh organizations, repairs...more

Seattle-Irish News Update

IHC AGM

At the Irish Heritage Club's annual general meeting and election of officers, outgoing president Reverend Barry Keating was re-elected to the board of directors...more

In Loving Memory of Elizabeth Louisa Harrison

IN MEMORY OF Elizabeth Louisa Harrison. Betty was born on February 17, 1932 in London, England. She loved performing in the theatre and was a founding member...more

In Memory of Eamon Billings

Dublin born, Eamon (Nick) Billings passed away peacefully on June 22, at Vancouver General Hospital. He loved the Irish ballads and passed away listening...more

In Memory of Catherine Jennings: "Sometimes There are No Answers to All the Questions"

My sister loved nature. She would walk the Wicklow hills for hours in wind and rain, sometimes without a coat and her red hair astray. As children...more

Stewart School: Celebrating 25 Years
of Bringing Irish Culture and Dance Traditions to Our Community

VANCOUVER - This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Stewart School of Irish Dance feis and special events are scheduled to mark the occasion and pay tribute...more

Seattle-Irish News Update

PRESIDENT McAleese's VISIT TO SEATTLE

May 23-26 - Irish President Mary McAleese arrived in Seattle on May 23, for an extremely busy three days of meetings and community events that left little room...more

Dylan Thomas Circle Hosts Popular Events

VANCOUVER - On March 18 the Dylan Thomas Circle presented a program at the Red Dragon in the Cambrian Hall on the relative merits of three Celtic literary figures...more

Finola Hackett Tops all Competitors at National Spelling Bee

Congratulations to 13-year-old Finola Hackett of Tofield, Alberta, who was the winner of the national spelling bee sponsored by CanWest Global Communications...more

Irish Women's Network Updates and Eighth Annual European Festival

VANCOUVER - The IWN will sponsor Ireland's participation in the European Festival on May 28 at the Scandinavian Community Centre, located at 6540 Thomas...more

Highland Games 2005

Listings for games in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Washington, Oregon and beyond...more

Seattle-Irish News Update

Seattle Gaels - The Seattle Gaels footballers and hurlers continue their practices and are in the process of organizing a City League. New players are invited...more

Get Your Kilt Ready for the Annual BC Highland Games

VANCOUVER - The 74th annual BC Highland Games will take to the field at the Town Centre Stadium in Coquitlam on June 25, filling the stadium with hundreds of pipers...more

A Reflection on Another Year of St. Patrick's Celebrations

VANCOUVER - Every year around this time, anyone who has been involved with organizing St. Patrick's community celebrations, managing Irish pubs or working at events...more

Local Pipe Band Goes for Triple at 2005 World Championships

VANCOUVER - One of the most difficult hits to get in baseball is the triple. This summer the Robert Malcolm Memorial Pipe Band organization is going to attempt just such...more

Welsh Society Member Honoured by Welsh National Eisteddfod

VANCOUVER - John Pritchard, a long time member of the Vancouver Welsh Society, will be honoured this coming August at the National Eisteddfod of Wales, which this year...more

In Memory of The One and Other (The Brother)

The year was 1941 when Bernard (Benny) Lynch was born in St. Teresa's Gardens Sheriff Street on the Dublin docks. He lived there until the age of eight, the family then...more

In Loving Memory of Vincent Warren

On behalf of Vincent, the Warren family would like to express our deepest appreciation to all our families and friends for your love, kindness and support during this extremely tragic...more

Mayor of Lisburn Offends Many at Seattle's St. Patrick's Day Parade

SEATTLE - The 2005 St. Patrick's Day parade was the largest such parade ever held in Seattle. Approximately 1,600 people marched and thousands of spectators watched...more

Seattle Irish News

2005 IRISH WEEK - Seattle's St. Patrick's Day celebrations keep getting bigger, and this year, well over 30,000 participated in Seattle's Irish Week celebrations. The St...more

Upcoming Events 2005 for Scottish Cultural Society

...for other events during the year at the Scottish Cultural Centre, call (604) 263-9911. The Centre has three floors of rooms available for rent, for weddings, meetings...more

In Loving Memory of Vincent Warren

VANCOUVER - Vincent Edward Warren who was born in Vancouver on September 5, 1961, passed away peacefully in Langley, B.C. on February 27 in the loving arms...more

In Loving Memory of Sean Eviston

VANCOUVER - On February 15, 2005 our beloved Sean moved gently toward heaven. Sean was walking with his dog Kerry in the Blue Pool area of the Killarney National Park...more

Irish Women's Network Supports Celtic Benevolent Fund

VANCOUVER - The Irish Women's Network (IWN) recently presented a donation to The Celtic Society of Canada (CSC). Maura McCay accepted the cheque on behalf of the...more

Tartan Pride Highland Dance Team:
12 Years of Great Choreography and Colourful Costumes

VANCOUVER - "It's been 12 rewarding years," Joan Murray, director of Tartan Pride, sums up her experience with the Highland dance team. "Twelve years ago I was invited...more

Seattle-Irish News

All the latest news and upcoming events from Seattle's Irish Community...more

Third Annual Danny Burns Memorial "Feed the Hungry Benefit"

VANCOUVER - The third annual Danny Burns Memorial "Feed the Hungry Benefit" held on December 12, delivered on its promise to be a great evening of music, mirth...more

Irish Women's Network:
Great Food and Entertainment at Annual Nollaig na mBan

VANCOUVER - The seventh annual Nollaig na mBan hosted by the Irish Women's Network on January 8 at the Renaissance Harbourside Hotel was a huge success...more

Hogmanay at the Scottish Hall: A Thoroughly Delightful Event

VANCOUVER - At 4 PM on New Year's Eve 2004, a bunch of traditional Scots met in a hotel not far from the Scottish Cultural Centre to celebrate Hogmanay in their native land...more

Tartan-Clad Mayors Back to Parade Haggis at SFU

BURNABY - A few Lower Mainland civic politicians had so much fun at last year's Robbie Burns Day celebrations at Simon Fraser University, they were back again to take up...more

Jane Byrne Re-Elected Welsh Society President

VANCOUVER - Jane Byrne was re-elected President of the Vancouver Welsh Society at the Society's Annual General Meeting held on December 8. Also re-elected were...more

Welsh Christmas Festivities

VANCOUVER - Every year, just prior to Christmas, the Dylan Thomas Circle of Vancouver delights in bringing together a gathering for festive readings, the singing of...more

It Was the Night Before New Year's Eve...and the Party Was Rockin'

VANCOUVER - It was a full house at the Anza Club on December 30, as the fabulous Town Pants held their annual New Year's Eve-Eve party. That's right, it was the night...more

Celticfest Vancouver Returns for Fourth Year of Celtic Cavorting

VANCOUVER - Kick up those Celtic heels and let Granville Street do the talking. From March 11 to17, Granville Street from Drake to Georgia metamorphoses into an enchanting...more

St. Patrick's Day Parade Expected to Double This Year

VANCOUVER - Steve McVittie, owner of The Celtic Treasure Chest shop in Dunbar, was last year's St. Patrick's Day Parade Marshal and he did such a great job he was asked...more

Second Annual St. Pat'sTraditional Irish Music Event

DELTA - Everyone is invited to enjoy an evening of traditional Irish music and dance on March 17. Let your toes start tapping and your heart sing, bring the whole family to this...more

Irish Dance, Music and Celtic Art at Van Eire Feis

PORT COQUITLAM - Take some time out of your busy day and stop by the 13th annual feis February 26 and 27, at Terry Fox High School in Port Coquitlam. The Van Eire Feis...more

Scotland's Famous Bard Celebrated in a Burns Weekend

VANCOUVER - It may have been the wettest weekend for a long time and the hillsides were sliding down to block the roads, but it could not stop the Vancouver Scots from...more

Gaelic Language Intensive at Slighe nan Gaidheal

SEATTLE - Slighe nan Gaidheal's new Gaelic education program "Zero to Gaelic in Two Years (Z2G2)," continues to roll along and it's not too late to hop on board. The next...more

Seattle-Irish News

Irish Week 2005 - Planning continues for Seattle's celebrations of St. Patrick's Day and following is the list of official Irish Week 2005 activities. For more specific...more

"A Trip Down Memory Lane" Adds to Edmonton Historical Exhibit

EDMONTON - A dinner and dance was held by the Edmonton Irish Sports and Social Society on October 16 with the theme "A Trip Down Memory Lane." The event coincided with...more

Seattle-Irish News December 2005

Children's Christmas Party

The annual Children's Christmas Party sponsored by the Irish Heritage Club, is this December 12, at 1 PM at the Parish Hall at Maplewood Presbyterian Church, 19523 84th...more