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November 2012
SEATTLE IRISH NEWS - NOVEMBER 2012
Joyce Dunne, 81, died recently in Edmonds. She was the mother of Candace and grandmother....more
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October 2012
IHSC seeking volunteers to participate in community events
The annual general meeting of the Irish Heritage Society of Canada (IHSC) held on October 3 was a huge success....more
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October 2012
IRISH BENEVOLENT SOCIETY OF B.C.: Another delightful afternoon at the Irish Seniors Luncheon
The Irish Benevolent Society of BC hosted the autumn Irish seniors luncheon on Thursday, September 20....more
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October 2012
IRISH WOMEN’S NETWORK OF BC: Networking for Newcomers – November 17
The Irish Women’s Network is delighted to confirm that we have been awarded another grant....more
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October 2012
SEATTLE IRISH NEWS OCTOBER 2012
Laurie McMahon Iverson, 48, who died in Portland on October 1, was well known in Seattle’s Irish....more
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September 2012
SEATTLE IRISH NEWS
PASSINGS: Hubert Shriane, the brother of Seattle’s Frank Shriane, died suddenly in England in late....more
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June 2012
THE IRISH WOMEN’S NETWORK OF BC: New Website Planned for the Irish in Vancouver
Yes there are many of us here! In some ways, the Irish are not as obvious as other cultural groups....more
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June 2012
SEATTLE IRISH NEWS
PASSING – Jim Murphy, 82, the well-known commercial and charity auctioneer, died in Edmonds on June 2....more
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May 2012
12th Annual Vancouver Island CeltFest moves to Victoria: July 14-20 in Oak Bay
CeltFest Vancouver Island has taken place in numerous Island communities over the past....more
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May 2012
CelticFest Founder Retires New Executive Director Announced
CelticFest Vancouver Society has announced that, after nine years at the helm....more
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May 2012
ICS President Deirdre Halferty re-elected for third term
The new executive of the Irish Cultural Society (ICS) of Calgary with president Deirdre Halferty....more
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May 2012
Edmonton’s 2012 Wild Irish Rose: Jayna Prusko has roots in Co. Antrim
The sixth annual Edmonton Rose of Tralee Ball was held at The Irish Sports and Social Society....more
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May 2012
Irish Cultural Centre for B.C. on hold until economy improves
The Irish Heritage Society of B.C. under the guidance of Tony and Gwen McCamley....more
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May 2012
New Seminar – ‘Immigration: How do I stay in Canada?’
The Moving2Vancouver.ca team reports a fantastic turn out at their first immigration seminar....more
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May 2012
Join the Irish Club of White Rock to celebrate Bloomsday on June 16
The Irish Club of White Rock will host a Bloomsday celebration this year on June 16....more
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May 2012
‘Malarky’ shines at the IWN’s literary afternoon tea event
The Irish Heritage Society of B.C. under the guidance of Tony and Gwen McCamley....more
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May 2012
SEATTLE IRISH NEWS - JUNE 2012
RECENT PASSINGS: Fr. Tom McEnnis, 92, a Galway native and a Seattle priest....more
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May 2012
VIBE News Update
Launch of the Vancouver Irish Business and Enterprise (VIBE) business calendar was held....more
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April 2012
Bard on the Beach Celebrates Shakespeare’s 448th Birthday
On May 3, Bard on the Beach will celebrate Shakespeare’s 448th birthday with a fundraising....more
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April 2012
Visit Scotland for a Day at the 130th Annual B.C. Highland Games
Visit Scotland for a day at the 130th annual B.C. Highland Games and Scottish Festival....more
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April 2012
St. Patrick's Day Celebrations at the Irish Club of White Rock
The Irish Club of White Rock held its annual St. Patrick’s Day dinner dance at the newly....more
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April 2012
SEATTLE IRISH NEWS
PASSINGS: Sister Ellen Glynn OSF, 94, a native of Galway, died March 5 in Tacoma....more
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February 2012
British Motor Cars Invade Fort Langley
What is more British than a double decker bus, a London taxi or one of a British sports car....more
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February 2012
Fáilte Romhat! An tAifreann i nGaelige – Irish Mass
Rev. Anthony Boniface of Newton Forbes, Longford Town will celebrate mass in Irish....more
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February 2012
Volunteers Needed for St. Patrick’s Parade
The Celtic Connection needs volunteers to help distribute newspapers all along the....more
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February 2012
B.C. Highland Games Volunteers
Volunteers for the 2012 annual B.C. Highland Games is critical. Volunteers are needed for the following....more
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February 2012
The Inverglen Scottish Dancers now offering classes in Vancouver
After more than 30 years the Inverglen Scottish Dancers have found their way....more
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February 2012
VANCOUVER WELSH SOCIETY: Open house at the Cambrian Hall to celebrate St. David’s Day
At its annual general meeting in December the Vancouver Welsh Society elected Jane Byrne....more
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February 2012
IRISH WEEK 2012 SEATTLE
Irish Soda Bread Cooking Class, Saturday, February 18, 1-5 pm. Irish Soda Bread Contest, Saturday....more
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November 2011
SEATTLE IRISH NEWS – NOVEMBER 2011
Tom Lynch, who died in Co. Meath on October 21, was the father of Seattle’s Rosarii Lynch....more
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October 2011
DOUBLE congratulations to Jenn and Mick Hurley on the safe arrival of their twin boys
The boys, Ciaran and Jarlath, were born on September 17, weighing in at a whopping 12 pounds two ounces....more
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October 2011
CONGRATULATIONS to proud Jen and Jesse Findlay (owners of the Wolf and Hound
They are ecstatic about the safe arrival of their beautiful baby boy, Caden Cooper Findlay. He arrived into the world on September 16, weighing in at seven pounds, 12 ounces....more
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October 2011
Vancouver Society Celebrates Wales
On the weekend of November 4-6 the Vancouver Welsh Society will present the Vancouver Celebrates Wales festival....more
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October 2011
SEATTLE IRISH NEWS FOR OCTOBER 2011
Emma Gill died September 22 in Co. Mayo. She was the sister of Martin O’Malley of Edmonds....more
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September 2011
IWN awarded a grant to help new Irish immigrants
As the summer winds to a close, the Irish Women's Network's committee is busy planning activites....more
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September 2011
A dedicated group of men and women who work to help the less fortunate
On August 7 the St. Vincent de Paul Society held their annual barbeque for the volunteers....more
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September 2011
SEATTLE IRISH NEWS - SEPTEMBER 2011
Fr. Patrick O’Neill, 82, a priest of the Seattle Archdiocese from1953 until he retired in 1999, died August 22....more
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July/August 2011
Scottish weather at this year’s B.C. Highland Games
There was piping and Highland dancing in the early morning rain on June 25 ....more
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July/August 2011
IRISH WOMEN’S NETWORK: A day at the library representing Ireland
At the invitation of the Vancouver Public Library, the Irish Women’s Network was honoured....more
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July/August 2011
First Clan Sinclair Gathering in Western Canada
The last weekend of June was very special for anyone named Sinclair....more
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July/August 2011
Welsh in the Fraser Valley
For the past two years members of a group calling themselves “Welsh in the Fraser Valley”....more
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July/August 2011
SEATTLE IRISH NEWS
PASSINGS: Sean Kelly who died in Castlebar, Co. Mayo, on June 21, was a brother of Tom Kelly....more
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June 2011
SEATTLE IRISH NEWS
PASSINGS: Sister Mary Columba Moynihan OSF, 97, a native of Tralee, Co. Kerry....more
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June 2011
In Memory of Padraig Pearse Ward
March 25, 1950 - May 8, 2011: A Celebration of Life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion....more
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June 2011
In Memory of Bernard Frederick King
Bernard Frederick King late of Dublin, Ireland, and New Westminster, B.C. passed away peacefully on May 29....more
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May 2011
Scoil Gaeilge Vancouver: Irish Language School in Vancouver
The Irish language known in Irish as Gaeilge, has been spoken in Ireland for over 2,000 years....more
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May 2011
IRISH WOMEN’S NETWORK: A warm afternoon by the hearth
on a dreary Sunday afternoon
When you plan an event at a golf club you think sunshine, smooth green grass and birds singing in the trees and shrubbery...more
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May 2011
VIBE NEWS UPDATE
Helping to bring together Irish and Canadian professionals to network and achieve success...more
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May 2011
Welsh Spring Sale Another Great Success
A steady stream of customers dropped in at the Vancouver Welsh Society’s Annual Spring Sale held on April 16...more
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May 2011
SEATTLE IRISH NEWS FOR MAY 2011
PASSINGS • Mary Ann McMahon, 89, who died in Seattle on April 25, was the grandmother of Irish Heritage Club Board Member Justin McMahon...more
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April 2011
Networking for New Irish Immigrants
On Wednesday, May 25, the Irish Women’s Network is joining with other local Irish groups to bid a warm Irish community welcome....more
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April 2011
A bright light went out: In Memory of Mary Jane (Babs) Keating McConville
Indeed a bright light went out with the passing on March 9, 2011 of Mary ‘Babs’ McConville...more
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April 2011
In Memory of Iris Nathalie Peake
IRIS Peake was a former world class Irish dancer who competed at the Worlds in Ireland as a teenager...more
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April 2011
In memory of Jim Rochfort
Originally from Dublin, Ireland, James (Jim) Rochfort passed away peacefully on March 23...more
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April 2011
VIBE helps to connect Irish network of businesses
VIBE (Vancouver’s Irish Business & Enterprise) has been busy this spring hosting and planning events...more
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March 2011
New immigrants - mark your calendars!
The first of a series of networking events, designed to help new immigrants from Ireland settle into Vancouver...more
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February 2011
SFU Burns celebration 2011 cancelled: You can help reinstate it next year
For many years, it has been the custom at Simon Fraser University to celebrate the birth of Scotland's Bard, Robert Burns, in a unique way.....more
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February 2011
2011 SFU Pipe Band Burns Dinner: A record-breaking evening
A sold out ballroom, haggis, Highland dancers, the Robert Malcolm Memorial Grade Three and Four Pipe Band, along with six-time World Champions the Simon Fraser University Pipe Band.....more
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February 2011
Seaforth Highlanders Celebrate 100 Years
David Lunny, president of the St. Andrew's and Caledonian Society of the City of Vancouver delivered an address on behalf of the Scottish Societies.....more
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February 2011
Third Term for Welsh Society President John Morris
John Morris has been re-elected for a third term as president of the Vancouver Welsh Society.....more
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February 2011
SEATTLE IRISH NEWS By JOHN KEANE
RECENT PASSINGS • Fr. Joseph O'Shea, 74, a native of Kilkenny, died February 10 in Vancouver, WA. He had served in the Seattle archdiocese...more
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December 2010
No trip to Seattle is complete without a visit to Galway Traders
Evelyn and Hugh Murray are the owners of Galway Traders in Seattle, Washington. They are a wonderful, warm and welcoming couple.....more
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December 2010
SEATTLE IRISH NEWS By JOHN KEANE
RECENT PASSINGS • Marie Bonfield, mother of Tina Bonfield of Seattle, passed away in Ireland following a long illness...more
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November 2010
The 78th Fraser Highlanders: from Exile to Glory
The Lovat Frasers were part of the last great uprising of the Highland Clans which was ended in April, 1746 at Drumossie Moor near Inverness....more
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November 2010
Fusion of East and West at Delta Police Pipe Band Concert
Music history was created in Delta on October 29....more
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November 2010
9th Annual Danny Burns Memorial Feed the Hungry Benefit
Mark your calendars now for the Celtic FUNdraiser event of the season.....more
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November 2010
Music Sessions on West Broadway
Well-known local musician and promoter Tom Landa will present a series of nights of stories in song on the city's west side.....more
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November 2010
The Dylan Thomas Circle: Built on Twin Pillars of Tradition and Innovation
The annual general meeting of The Dylan Thomas Circle greeted members and visitors on the morning of October 30.....more
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November 2010
SEATTLE IRISH NEWS November 2010 By JOHN KEANE
RECENT PASSINGS • John McDevitt, 79, both of whose parents were from Co. Donegal, died in Seattle....more
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October 2010
SEATTLE IRISH NEWS October 2010 By JOHN KEANE
RECENT PASSINGS • Breege Elkington, 77, from Co. Sligo, who died in Seattle.....more
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October 2010
The Vancouver Celebration of Wales
VANCOUVER – In early September a large group of Vancouver Welsh Society members attended the North American Festival of Wales in Portland, Oregon....more
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October 2010
2010 Series of Talks at SFU Scottish Studies to Focus on Scottish Writers and Their Books
The Centre for Scottish Studies at Simon Fraser University is once again hosting a series of public talks on things Scottish....more
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October 2010
New Addition to Three Row Barley
VANCOUVER – Local Celtic band Three Row Barley has just announced the latest addition to their lineup....more
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September 2010
SEATTLE IRISH NEWS September 2010 By JOHN KEANE
RECENT PASSINGS • Michael Thomas Beirne died suddenly in California. He was the 47-year-old son of Tom Beirne of Seattle....more
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July 2010
Legendary B.C. entertainers recognized
Eight people, including The Celtic Connection’s travel writer and longtime radio personality, Dublin-born Dave Abbott...more
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July 2010
Mark Your Calendar Now for the Next Irish Seniors’ Luncheons
The Irish Benevolent Society is pleased to announce two upcoming Irish seniors’ luncheons scheduled for October 21 and December 16....more
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July 2010
Calling All Dancers from the Sixties with the Moore School of Irish Dance
Violet Moore is searching for all members of her first Vancouver dance class who attended at St. Patrick's church basement....more
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July 2010
Cor Godre’r Aran: Celebrated Welsh Choir to Visit Vancouver
Cor Godre’r Aran, one of Wales’ most celebrated male voice choirs, will perform at Shaughnessy Heights United Church on September 10....more
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July 2010
New Irish Network launched at high profile reception in Seattle
On the shores of Lake Washington, at the beautiful home of Rob Short and Emer Dooley...more
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July 2010
SEATTLE IRISH NEWS By JOHN KEANE
RECENT PASSINGS - Mary Theresa Keenan who died in Castlerea, Co. Roscommon on April 27, was a sister of Frank Shriane of Seattle...more
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July 2010
Spirit of Liberty Award for Honorary Irish Consul John Keane
On July 4, John Keane received the Spirit of Liberty Award from U.S. Congressman McDermott at the Fisher Pavilion at Seattle Center....more
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July 2010
One Hundred Thousand Welcomes for Michael Collins, the Irish Ambassador to the U.S.
The visit by Ambassador Michael Collins was indeed historic as this was the first official visit by an Irish Ambassador to Washington State since 1987....more
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June 2010
Delta Police Pipe Band Gets the Royal Nod
Delta Police Pipe Band is internationally known for its smart, military bearing and excellence of its musical performance....more
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June 2010
Alistair Pattison: New Pipe Major with the BC Regiment, Irish Pipes and Drums
The B.C. Regiment had a change of command ceremony on April 7 where Alistair Pattison assumed the position of Pipe Major ....more
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June 2010
IRISH WOMEN’S NETWORK Swing a club like Tiger!
Hurry, hurry – there’s only a few days left to register for the IWN golf tournament which will be held on June 13, at 11 AM at Mylora Golf Club at Sidaway, Richmond.....more
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June 2010
Scholarship Award presented to Kate Clark for outstanding achievement
Congratulations to Kate Clark who was presented with a scholarship award on May 10.....more
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June 2010
An invitation to keep the party going with the RSCDS Dancing in the Park
The world came and we had ourselves a party. Vancouver has never seen its like before and now....more
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June 2010
Vancouver Gaelic Choir: Concert presents a repertoire unique on the Lower Mainland
The Vancouver Gaelic Choir has crossed the border from Vancouver into Burnaby. On June 25, the choir will present a concert at 7 PM in the warm and friendly ambiance....more
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June 2010
Popular Choirs Highlight Welsh Society Fall Events
The Vancouver Welsh Society is currently planning a busy fall schedule of events.....more
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June 2010
SEATTLE IRISH NEWS By JOHN KEANE
RECENT PASSINGS • Condolences on the passing of Sister Lorenzo Lyons who died in Limerick. She was the aunt of Seattleites Joey, John and Maria Lyons and of Maeve O’Malley....more
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May 2010
Royal Society of St. George, BC Branch Welcomes Malcolm Parry
The Royal Society of St. George, B.C. Branch held their annual St. George's day celebration of England's Day and Shakespeare's day on April 25....more
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May 2010
SEATTLE IRISH NEWS - MAY 2010 By JOHN KEANE
CONDOLENCES – to Seattle’s Frank Shriane on the death on April 27 of his sister, Mary Theresa Keenan, in Castlerea, Co. Roscommon.....more
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April 2010
Nominations Requested for Ireland Monument-Canada
The Ireland Monument-Canada committee continues to seek nominations for individuals or groups for inclusion on side three of the Ireland Monument-Canada....more
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April 2010
Drop in for cúpla focal every Wednesday evening
A group of Irish speakers gather at 7 PM every Wednesday evening at Calhouns Café, 3035 West Broadway (just west of MacDonald) in Vancouver.....more
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April 2010
Irish Mass on March 17
A St. Patrick’s Day ‘An tAifreann i nGaelige’– Irish Mass was celebrated by Rev. Anthony Boniface of Newton Forbes, Longford Town at St. Pius X Church in North Van with over 60 in attendance......more
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April 2010
SEATTLE IRISH NEWS - APRIL 2010 By JOHN KEANE
RECENT PASSINGS • Tess Nicholls, 70, from Co. Leitrim and a sister of Mary Charles of Edmonds, recently died in England....more
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March 2010
Enterprise Ireland and VIBE Networking Reception
Enterprise Ireland and VIBE (Vancouver Irish Business Group) will hold a networking reception on March 25....more
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February 2010
Annual Fundraiser for Crabtree Corner Raised $50,000 for daycare centre
Irish ladies lunched at the 15th annual YWCA Crabtree Corner charity event held at Hy's Encore in downtown Vancouver on December 9....more
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February 2010
A St. Patrick’s Celebration in Maple Ridge
A St. Patrick’s Day celebration and fundraiser will be held on March 12 at the Maple Ridge Golf Course located at 20818 Golf Lane, Maple Ridge....more
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February 2010
A Big Thank You from the Union Gospel Mission
In December Michael Viens, organizer of the annual Danny Burns Memorial Feed the Hungry benefit, presented Kimberly Harmsen....more
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February 2010
The Ireland Monument-Canada needs your help
The Ireland Monument-Canada believes there is a wonderful opportunity available to build the monument in the City of Coquitlam, B.C....more
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February 2010
Mass in Irish on St. Patrick’s Day
The Rev. Anthony Boniface of Newton Forbes, Longford will celebrate mass in Irish at St. Pius X Church....more
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February 2010
Annual Whiskey Tasting Night Hosted by Irish Pipes and Drums
The B.C. Regiment Irish Pipes and Drums’ annual whiskey tasting night was held at the Beatty Street Drill Hall on January 30....more
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February 2010
White Rock Irish Planning 10th Anniversary Celebration
The White Rock Irish Club started out in the year 2000 as an extension of Comhaltas Coetroiri Eireann (a world-wide group involved in the promotion of Irish traditional music and culture).....more
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February 2010
Penk O’Donnell Irish Dancers Enjoy Standing Ovation After Show
The Penk O’Donnell School of Irish Dance presented a sparkling evening of entertainment on January 16.....more
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February 2010
SFU Pipe Band Robbie Burns Dinner: Another Great Success for the Reigning World Champions
The annual SFU Pipe Band Robbie Burns dinner was another huge success for the 2009 World Pipe Band Champions......more
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February 2010
An Evening to Honour Robert Burns Hosted by the Tam O’Shanter Dancers
The Tam O’Shanter Dancers held their annual Robert Burns' dinner, “The Music and Musings of Robert Burns” held at the Star of the Sea Hall in White Rock....more
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February 2010
Annual Robbie Burns Party at the Wolf and Hound
The Wolf and Hound hosted their popular annual Robbie Burns party with another great turnout on January 24. Everything Scottish was featured all day long...haggis optional....more
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February 2010
SEATTLE IRISH NEWS - FEBRUARY 2010 By JOHN KEANE
SEATTLE’S IRISH WEEK 2010, Saturday, February 27 - Irish Soda Bread Cooking Class, 1 PM, St. Patrick’s Church Hall...more
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December 2009
THE WHITE ROCK IRISH CLUB An Active Club with a Warm Welcome for Visitors
The White Rock Irish Club is a very active club and there is always something happening. ....more
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December 2009
Volunteers Still Needed at St. Vincent de Paul Society
On December 5, the St. Vincent de Paul Society held their annual Christmas dinner for the volunteers at St. Patrick’s Parish Hall in Vancouver.....more
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December 2009
Cambrian Anniversary Weekend a great success
The Cambrian Hall 80th Anniversary Welsh Weekend proved to be one of the most successful events in recent years for the Vancouver Welsh Society.....more
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December 2009
DYLAN THOMAS CIRCLE Long-serving vice-president steps down at AGM
The annual general meeting of the Dylan Thomas Circle was held on November 7 ....more
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December 2009
SEATTLE-IRISH NEWS DECEMBER 2009 By JOHN KEANE
RECENT DEATHS • Tom Harnett who died in Bremerton, was born in Co. Limerick in 1930 and came to Seattle in 1951.....more
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November 2009
Irish Olympic Team and Friends Seeking Accommodation in 2010
Stephen Martin, Chief Executive Officer of Olympic Council of Ireland is inquiring about bed and breakfasts or anyone who might be interested in hosting ....more
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November 2009
Irish Ambassador’s Reception: Irish Hospitality at its Best
Dear Editor:
Thank you so much for your kind invitation to attend the event at the Arbutus Club on October 3.....more
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November 2009
2009-10 Series to Focus on 'Scottish Music and Dance'
VANCOUVER – After its successful season focussing on 'Scotland Around the Globe'....more
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November 2009
SEATTLE-IRISH NEWS UPDATE By JOHN KEANE
RECENT DEATHS • Catherine Cunningham Merdich, born 1923 in Co. Donegal, died October 9 in Tacoma.....more
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November 2009
ABOUT OUR COVER ARTIST
DEIRDRE Keohane was born in Uranium City, Saskatchewan of Irish-born parents......more
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October 2009
Get Your Party Piece Ready for the Next Irish Seniors' Luncheon
There have been many enquiries about when the next Irish seniors' luncheon will be held in Vancouver....more
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October 2009
Vancouver Manx Society Established 1908
The Vancouver Manx Society was established in 1908 by a group of people who had emigrated from the Isle of Man....more
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October 2009
Annual Lecture at SFU Centre for Scottish Studies
The St. Andrews and Caledonian Society's annual lecture hosted by Simon Fraser University's Centre for Scottish Studies....more
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October 2009
Vancouver Fiddle Orchestra Fundraiser
The Vancouver Fiddle Orchestra and St. Catherine's Anglican Church will host a joint fundraiser on November 14 and everyone is invited...more
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October 2009
Well-known Welsh conductor returns to the Cambrian Hall
The 2009 Welsh Weekend on November 6-8 will celebrate the 80th anniversary of the building of the Cambrian Hall....more
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October 2009
SEATTLE IRISH NEWS October 2009
CONDOLENCES: To the family of Barbara Zimmer of Puyallup who died on September 4, aged 89....more
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September 2009
A New Direction For Annual Céilí Camp
Céilí Camp 2009 brought exciting new experiences this year along with the old standards for which this festival is known....more
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September 2009
Irish Artwork on Display at Fifth Annual Drift Festival
The fifth annual Drift Festival is back on Main Street on the weekend of October 3-4....more
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September 2009
New Pipers and Drummers Welcomed at Irish Pipes and Drums
The British Columbia Regiment Irish Pipes and Drums is Canada's only army attached Irish Pipe Band and one of only four in the world...more
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September 2009
IRISH WOMEN'S NETWORK
Irish Nobel Laureates to attend Vancouver Peace Summit...more
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September 2009
Penk O'Donnell Dancers: Always on their toes
Congratulations to 24 dancers from the Penk O'Donnell School of Irish Dance who recently competed at the North American Open Championships in Nashville, Tennessee...more
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September 2009
B.C. Highland Dancers Compete in Toronto
B.C. Highland dancers travelled to Toronto the first week of July to participate in the Canadian Championships....more
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September 2009
St. Vincent de Paul Society Annual Volunteer Barbeque
The St. Vincent de Paul Society volunteers are a special dedicated group of men and women who volunteer their time, energy and resources to help feed the homeless and less fortunate in our society....more
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September 2009
Welsh Weekend will celebrate 80th birthday of the Cambrian Hall
The Vancouver Welsh Society is currently busy planning for the 80th Anniversary Welsh Weekend to be held November 6-8.....more
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September 2009
SEATTLE IRISH NEWS September 2009
RECENT AREA DEATHS - Sister Philomena Rosaire Glynn, OSF, 90, died in Tacoma on August 25.....more
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July-Aug 2009
IWN Annual Golf Tournament
The Irish Women's Network hosted their annual golf tournament at Mylora Golf Course in Richmond on June 7....more
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July-Aug 2009
SEATTLE IRISH NEWS By JOHN KEANE
IRISH PICNIC - Seattle's Irish community picnic is July 19, noon to 6 PM, at St. Edward State Park in Kenmore....more
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June 2009
Another Triumph for Delta Police Pipe Band
The second Delta Police Pipe Band Celtic Gala was held at the South Delta Baptist Church on May 9...more
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June 2009
Learn to Dance Scottish in Stanley Park This Summer
Free entertainment in a world class location. No jet-lag and no passport required. Dance Scottish!..more
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June 2009
Cambrian Hall Has Been Home to the Vancouver Welsh Society for 80 Years
This year marks the eightieth anniversary of the building of the Cambrian Hall, the only Welsh hall built specifically for that purpose in North America....more
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June 2009
Welsh Heritage Celebrated in U.S. Pacific NW Summer Events
Several events of interest to the Welsh community are being held this summer in the U.S. Pacific Northwest....more
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June 2009
SEATTLE IRISH NEWS - JUNE 2009 By JOHN KEANE
RECENT DEATHS - Condolences to the families and friends of the following who passed away recently:....more
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May 2009
Irish Graduates Association Welcomes Two Atlantic Ocean Rowers
The Irish Graduates Association dinner will be held on June 6 at the Shaughnessy Golf and Country Club located at Kullahun Drive in Vancouver....more
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May 2009
News Update: Scoil Gaeilge Vancouver
A new session of Irish language classes will resume at Scoil Gaeilge Vancouver beginning May 12 at 7 PM and will extend for 10 weeks. Cost $120 for 10 week session....more
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May 2009
Mark Your Calendar for Next Irish Senior Luncheon
Last December the Celtic Society of Canada hosted a hugely successful luncheon for the Irish seniors in our community....more
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May 2009
IWN: Summer Weather Beckons - Lots to do in the Weeks Ahead!
12TH ANNUAL EUROPEAN FESTIVAL VANCOUVER - The Irish Women's Network will be supporting the Irish presence...more
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May 2009
SEATTLE-IRISH NEWS - MAY 2009 By JOHN KEANE
RECENT DEATHS - Condolences to the families and friends of the following who passed away this past month:
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April 2009
Irish Heritage Society St. Patrick's Celebrations
GEORGE MCDONNELL (vice-president of the Irish Heritage Society) and his wife Teresa who both deserve a lot of credit for their hard work to ensure the success....more
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April 2009
St. Patrick's Parade Vancouver
CARRYING The Celtic Connection banner along West Georgia: Maura De Freitas (publisher/editor of The Celtic Connection) and her husband Jose.....more
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April 2009
St. Patricks's Round up
MARY FLYNN, Frank Moore, and Mary's sister Margaret Egan O'Neill visiting from Cork, Ireland....more
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April 2009
IRISH WOMEN'S NETWORK Smiles Shine through Snow in Parade
It was a brave bunch of women from the Irish Women's Network who turned out to join in the sixth annual St. Patrick's Day parade in Vancouver recently.....more
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April 2009
Welsh Society Events at the Cambrian Hall
Vancouver Welsh Society members have enjoyed an increased number of activities over the past few months due to a very active Social Committee.....more
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April 2009
SEATTLE-IRISH NEWS April 2009
CONDOLENCES To Eileen Doohan of Mountlake Terrace whose 92-year-old mother died recently in Co. Donegal.
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March 2009
A Matchmaker in 1950s Rural Ireland Tells His Story in 'Letters of a Matchmaker'
MC Productions will present the Vancouver premier of Letters of a Matchmaker by J.B. Keane for two nights only on April 24 and 25.....more
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March 2009
SEATTLE IRISH NEWS - MARCH 2009 By JOHN KEANE
CONDOLENCES · The family of Margaret Godfrey who died this past week in Seattle. She was born in Northern Ireland in 1928.
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February 2009
Book Reading by Patricia O'Connor
LADNER-based writer Patricia O'Connor will be reading from her book My Patchwork Life at the Vancouver Central library on February 28 at 1:30 PM in the Peter Kaye Room....more
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February 2009
Full Schedule of Exciting Events Unveiled for CelticFest Vancouver
VANCOUVER - The full schedule is now in place for the biggest and most exciting annual Celtic celebration in western Canada. ...more
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February 2009
IWN Supports Appreciation Night for Celtic Connection on February 14
The Irish Women's Network is co-ordinating a silent auction for the Sweetheart's Ball, an appreciation night for The Celtic Connection ...more
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February 2009
IWN - Nollaig na mBan:They Danced Until Midnight
The Irish Women's Network of British Columbia (IWN) held their annual Nollaig na mBan (Women's Christmas) dinner on January 10 at the Renaissance Vancouver Hotel Harbourside...more
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February 2009
Second Annual Australia Day Celebrated at Mahony and Sons
On January 24, Mahony and Sons Public House, which is located in the University of British Columbia area of Vancouver, celebrated their second annual Australia Day...more
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February 2009
Learn to Speak Irish at Scoil Gaeilge Fáilte Romhat! All are welcome!
Tá teanga na Gaeilge anseo. The Irish language is here....more
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February 2009
A Memorable Celebration for the 250th Burns Anniversary
On January 31 over 180 dancers, family members and friends gathered at the Scottish Cultural Centre....more
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February 2009
SEATTLE IRISH NEWS FEBRUARY 2009 By JOHN KEANE
CONDOLENCES · To the family of Sister Ann Patrick Deegan, O.P. from Co. Laois, a Dominican Sister for 65 years who died in Seattle....more
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