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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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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

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

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

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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SEATTLE IRISH NEWS

PASSINGS: Hubert Shriane, the brother of Seattle’s Frank Shriane, died suddenly in England in late....more

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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

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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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

CelticFest Founder Retires New Executive Director Announced

CelticFest Vancouver Society has announced that, after nine years at the helm....more

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

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

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

New Seminar – ‘Immigration: How do I stay in Canada?’

The Moving2Vancouver.ca team reports a fantastic turn out at their first immigration seminar....more

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

‘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

SEATTLE IRISH NEWS - JUNE 2012

RECENT PASSINGS: Fr. Tom McEnnis, 92, a Galway native and a Seattle priest....more

VIBE News Update

Launch of the Vancouver Irish Business and Enterprise (VIBE) business calendar was held....more

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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

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

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

SEATTLE IRISH NEWS

PASSINGS: Sister Ellen Glynn OSF, 94, a native of Galway, died March 5 in Tacoma....more

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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

Fáilte Romhat! An tAifreann i nGaelige – Irish Mass

Rev. Anthony Boniface of Newton Forbes, Longford Town will celebrate mass in Irish....more

Volunteers Needed for St. Patrick’s Parade

The Celtic Connection needs volunteers to help distribute newspapers all along the....more

B.C. Highland Games Volunteers

Volunteers for the 2012 annual B.C. Highland Games is critical. Volunteers are needed for the following....more

The Inverglen Scottish Dancers now offering classes in Vancouver

After more than 30 years the Inverglen Scottish Dancers have found their way....more

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

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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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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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

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

Vancouver Society Celebrates Wales

On the weekend of November 4-6 the Vancouver Welsh Society will present the Vancouver Celebrates Wales festival....more

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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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

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

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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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

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

First Clan Sinclair Gathering in Western Canada

The last weekend of June was very special for anyone named Sinclair....more

Welsh in the Fraser Valley

For the past two years members of a group calling themselves “Welsh in the Fraser Valley”....more

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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SEATTLE IRISH NEWS

PASSINGS: Sister Mary Columba Moynihan OSF, 97, a native of Tralee, Co. Kerry....more

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

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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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

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

VIBE NEWS UPDATE

Helping to bring together Irish and Canadian professionals to network and achieve success...more

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

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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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

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

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

In memory of Jim Rochfort

Originally from Dublin, Ireland, James (Jim) Rochfort passed away peacefully on March 23...more

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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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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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

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

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

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

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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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

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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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

Fusion of East and West at Delta Police Pipe Band Concert

Music history was created in Delta on October 29....more

9th Annual Danny Burns Memorial Feed the Hungry Benefit

Mark your calendars now for the Celtic FUNdraiser event of the season.....more

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

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

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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SEATTLE IRISH NEWS October 2010 By JOHN KEANE

RECENT PASSINGS • Breege Elkington, 77, from Co. Sligo, who died in Seattle.....more

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

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

New Addition to Three Row Barley

VANCOUVER – Local Celtic band Three Row Barley has just announced the latest addition to their lineup....more

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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Legendary B.C. entertainers recognized

Eight people, including The Celtic Connection’s travel writer and longtime radio personality, Dublin-born Dave Abbott...more

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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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

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

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

Scholarship Award presented to Kate Clark for outstanding achievement

Congratulations to Kate Clark who was presented with a scholarship award on May 10.....more

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

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

Popular Choirs Highlight Welsh Society Fall Events

The Vancouver Welsh Society is currently planning a busy fall schedule of events.....more

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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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

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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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

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

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

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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Enterprise Ireland and VIBE Networking Reception

Enterprise Ireland and VIBE (Vancouver Irish Business Group) will hold a networking reception on March 25....more

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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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

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

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

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

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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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

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

2009-10 Series to Focus on 'Scottish Music and Dance'

VANCOUVER – After its successful season focussing on 'Scotland Around the Globe'....more

SEATTLE-IRISH NEWS UPDATE By JOHN KEANE

RECENT DEATHS • Catherine Cunningham Merdich, born 1923 in Co. Donegal, died October 9 in Tacoma.....more

ABOUT OUR COVER ARTIST

DEIRDRE Keohane was born in Uranium City, Saskatchewan of Irish-born parents......more

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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

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

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

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

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

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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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

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

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

IRISH WOMEN'S NETWORK

Irish Nobel Laureates to attend Vancouver Peace Summit...more

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

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

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

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

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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IWN Annual Golf Tournament

The Irish Women's Network hosted their annual golf tournament at Mylora Golf Course in Richmond on June 7....more

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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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

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

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

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

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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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

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

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

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

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: ....more

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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

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

St. Patricks's Round up

MARY FLYNN, Frank Moore, and Mary's sister Margaret Egan O'Neill visiting from Cork, Ireland....more

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

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

SEATTLE-IRISH NEWS April 2009

CONDOLENCES To Eileen Doohan of Mountlake Terrace whose 92-year-old mother died recently in Co. Donegal. .....more

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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

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. ....more

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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

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

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

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

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

Learn to Speak Irish at Scoil Gaeilge Fáilte Romhat! All are welcome!

Tá teanga na Gaeilge anseo. The Irish language is here....more

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

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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