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Now playing in the Scudder Family Center for Civic Engagement weekdays at 11:30 a.m. Free with museum admission. JFK The Three Miles – Directed by Pamela Finn, Galway, Ireland. In June 1963, President John F. Kennedy made a visit that would change America and the rest of the world’s perception of Ireland. Kennedy referred to...
Born two weeks after his father was elected President of the United States, John F. Kennedy Jr. grew up in the spotlight. At Hyannis Port on Cape Cod, at the White House during his father’s presidency and years later in Manhattan, JFK Jr. captivated the world. John, his wife and her sister all died in...
Historical Printings from the David M. Rubenstein Americana Collection While the path to American independence had a bloody war at the center of it, it also was a revolution of ideas and identity. During the American Revolution the original thirteen colonies--diverse and separately controlled territories of Great Britain--became a self-governing, democratic alliance united by shared...
The South Boston Citizens Association and the South Boston Allied War Council are co-hosting a Military Appreciation Night at the Harry Uhlman Bandstand at Marine Park. The event recognizes the 45th Anniversary of the South Boston Vietnam Memorial, and includes an evening of food, great company and live music featuring Mark Morris and Cat-Tunes.
Open Road Open Heart Fall Tour! Britain's Got Talent and YouTube sensation Father Ray, The Singing Priest of Ireland, makes his ICC debut as part of his North American Fall Tour! Father Ray Kelly has been blessed with many opportunities to bring comfort and joy to people all over the world by sharing his voice and...
Exploring Celtic Roots & Branches Immerse yourself in a captivating weekend of music, storytelling and cultural exchange at the Rockport Celtic Festival, where tradition meets innovation in a stunning seaside setting. Led by artistic director Maeve Gilchrist, this year’s festival welcomes acclaimed artists from across the Celtic world and beyond, weaving together Irish, Scottish, Breton,...
Veronica Robles Mariachi Band performs "Dance and Music Journey through Latin America" Join the John F. Kennedy Library in Boston for an interactive bilingual program of lively traditional music from Latin American counties and some original tunes. With live instruments and vivid costumes, the musicians deliver a message of peace, unity and love that brings...
The Lowell Irish Festival features a family- friendly and fun-filled day of live Irish music from national, regional, and local acts, Irish-inspired culinary and beverage offerings, artisan vendors, family activities, Irish step dancing, and more. The day-long event is spread out across the Lowell Auditorium grounds – inside and outdoors – and is open to...
The Gothard Sisters are Greta, Willow and Solana. They are contemporary Celtic folk multi-instrumentalists, composers, performers and songwriters. Blending Celtic, folk, world, classical and new age musical influences, the Gothards bring songs to life with violin, acoustic guitar, mandolin, bodhran, djembe, whistle and vocal harmonies, creating music that is “vivid, inspirational and captivating.” (Tim Carroll,...
Irish Cultural Centre’s 14th Annual 5K Road Race and Children's Fun Run is on Sunday September 13th, 2026. The day starts with the 5K race at 9:30 am and is followed by a FREE Children's Fun Run at 11:00am for children ages U3, U5, U7 and U9. Short sleeved commemorative t-shirts will be given to...
A ceremony marking the 45th Anniversary of the South Boston Vietnam War Memorial takes place on Sunday, September 13, 2026 at Medal of Honor Park in South Boston. Guest speaker: James H Webb Jr, former United States Senator and Secretary of the U.S. Navy. The National Ànțhem is being sung by Irish Tenor John McDermott...
The Boston chapter of Comhaltas Ceoltoiri Eireann (Irish Musicians Association) holds its monthly session on the first Sunday of the month, and features live Irish music and song, dancing, plus refreshments. $10 members/$15 non-members. Remember to bring your own mug. Since its founding in 1975, Boston’s CCÉ branch has evolved to become one of the...
The Boston Film Festival will celebrate its 42nd anniversary from September 17-21, 2026. Showcasing a diverse slate of films and highlighting, you'll see some of the most innovative filmmakers in the industry. The live program includes the World premieres of three feature films and three documentaries. Submit your film here.
Celtic Thunder: Celebrate Your Favorite Songs In 2007 producer Sharon Browne filmed the first ever Celtic Thunder show at the Helix in Dublin, Ireland. The concept was to feature a group of men from Ireland and Scotland, who range in age from 21 to 42, and feature songs that celebrate a common Celtic heritage. The...
Paula Cole returns to the stage with THIS FIRE: 30—a special anniversary tour celebrating three decades of This Fire. A Grammy-winning singer-songwriter known for her fearless writing and genre-blending sound, Cole broke boundaries with songs that were both deeply personal and universally resonant. On THIS FIRE: 30, Paula will perform This Fire in its entirety—revisiting the era-defining music that sparked...
Celtic Thunder: Celebrate Your Favorite Songs Seeing Irish musical phenomenon Celtic Thunder in person offers more than you might expect from a typical concert. The settings and showmanship are akin to a Broadway theatrical production, with a wealth of musical talent at the center of it. The four singers who make up Celtic Thunder are...