Getting outside in summer is a pre-requisite in New England, especially after a dreary winter! Check out our schedule of…
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History is replete with stories about refugees from around the world coming to Boston, Massachusetts, seeking help from tragedies of historic proportions that were too massive for them to face. Very often they were poorly received, as locals feared the burden these immigrants would have on society. One of the most compelling chapters in the…
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Gaelic Storm takes a blue-collar, hard-nose approach to touring, consistently traveling the US and forging a unique path in the Celtic music world here and abroad. “You have to see us live. We are the true working-man’s’ band,” says longtime member Ryan Lacey. “We still, and most likely always will, tour most of the year,…
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Wednesdays: June 18 – August 13, 2025 Enjoy free outdoor weekly music on Wednesday nights this summer at the Milton Parks and Recreation’s Summer Concert Series at the Gazebo in front of Town Hall. It’s a wonderful way to meet your neighbors and friends while enjoying summer sounds and relaxed vibes. Schedule: June 18, 2025…
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Bloomsday is a literary celebration held every June 16th in countries, cities, pubs and college campuses around the world. It is a tribute to Ireland’s famous writer, James Joyce’s (1882 – 1941) and his novel Ulysses. First published in 1922, Ulysses follows the movements of the novel’s main character, Leopold Bloom, through a single day…
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Celebrating what unites us. Highlight: Ireland Day (rain date: July 27) In collaboration with City of Boston Office of Immigrant Advancement, each program highlights the country of origin of many living and working in the City of Boston and beyond. The celebration builds community, connections and cross-cultural understanding along with gratitude for contributions to life…
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November 14 – December 21 Various Dates/Times A Sherlock Carol By Mark Shanahan Directed by Ilyse Robbins Two great classics that go great together. Extra dashes of laughter and intrigue make this cup of yuletide cheer a perfect holiday treat for all. Moriarity is as dead as a doornail. Sherlock Holmes is depressed. Without his…
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September 19 – October 19 Our Town By Thornton Wilder Directed by Courtney O’Connor Every minute is a gift. An American classic for our time. The day starts and ends pretty much the same way in Grover’s Corner. Beyond the humdrum of daily life, glimmers of joy, flickers of melancholy, and secret desires are hidden…
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The Boston Harbor Hotel is bringing back the popular Summer in the City music series at 70 Rowes Wharf along Boston’s waterfront. The free music concerts take place Tuesdays through Fridays, from June 6 to August 28. Organizers say the the series is returning in 2025 “bigger, bolder and more vibrant than ever, with a fresh…
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Bagpipes with Attitude, Drums with a Scottish accent, a blazing rock band and a show so hot it should carry its own health warning! The Red Hot Chilli Pipers were voted Scotland’s ‘Live Act of the Year in 2007 and 2010 at the Scots Trad Music Awards. Since they walked away with the top prize…
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Three time winners of Scotland’s ‘Live Act of the Year’ award, Skerryvore have evolved from their humble beginnings to become one of the country’s leading forces in a thriving live music scene. At the forefront of a movement that has reinvented and reignited a traditional Scottish scene for a modern, multicultural audience, the band have…
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Head of the Charles Regatta October 17-19, 2025 Cambridge / Boston Since 1965, the Head of the Charles Regatta has brought thousands of rowers to the Charles River to compete in the world’s largest 3-day regatta! More than 11,000 rowers from around the globe are competing in the 2025 Regatta. The regatta attracts over 12,000…
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*Rain Date: Friday, July 5, 2024 Doors: 6:00 pm | Entertainment: 6:30 pm | Fireworks: 9:00 pm Please note: All tickets for July 4th have been claimed. Note that no tickets will be available at the door at LeLacheur Park- those without tickets will be turned away. Event Information Free Parking available at the George…
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Join the IPC to celebrate Bloomsday and to enjoy the humor, pathos and extraordinary language of the work of James Joyce with theatrical adaptations from his celebrated book, Ulysses, with traditional music by the HCE Trio. If you are not familiar with Joyce, this will be a great introduction. If you already know his work, you…
Read MoreKennedy Library Forum The U.S. House of Representatives Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (D-MA) discusses ongoing work to close the gender wage gap and support the economic success of women and families, as well as her distinguished career, in commemoration of President Kennedy’s signing of the Equal Pay Act in June of 1963. Errin Haines, Editor-at-Large for The 19th*,…
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MASSPORT CEO Rich Davey and Assistant Director of Customer Service Brenda Corniel At Boston Logan International Airport, everything begins with the credo, “Going Above and Beyond.” Whether its new construction projects, new dining and concession options for travelers, or using technology to make it easier to get to and through Logan Airport, “Going Above and…
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The MBTA’s Ferry Service in Boston Harbor is a terrific way to experience the beauty and hidden treasures of historic Boston Harbor, while also visiting downtown Boston, neighborhoods such as Charlestown, East Boston and South Boston, and surrounding cities and towns including Lynn, Winthrop, Quincy, Hingham and Hull. For daily commuters, taking the ferry is…
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Political winds sweeping the world in 2025 have put a damper on the glorious pastime of travel. Where to go, where not to go, whether to even go, all seems mired in uncertainty. Tourism agencies, airlines and travel destinations are rightly vigilant. So are cultural festivities, heritage events and small businesses that rely on the…
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June 4, 2025 – The Boston Irish Tourism Association (BITA) today released its 2025 summer/fall issue of Travel & Culture magazine, a free publication highlighting New England’s Irish and cultural communities, as well as travel tips for visiting the island of Ireland. Travel & Culture offers an array of New England concerts, music festivals, literary events, holiday…
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The majestic Boston Harbor Hotel (BHH) along the city’s waterfront has embarked on a dynamic new chapter in its storied legacy, with a series of bold renovations and an expansive vision for the future. Boston’s only Forbes Five-Star waterfront hotel is reaffirming its place as one of the city’s most iconic and forward-looking destinations, with…
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Did you know that the island of Ireland has more than ‘fore hundred’ golf courses! Duffers, putters, and professionals have cherished Ireland’s incredible golf courses since forever, but when Irish golfer Rory McIlroy had his stunning victory recently at the 2025 Masters Championship in Augusta, GA, the whole world was watching and thinking about Ireland….
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Boston is buzzing all summer and fall with hundreds of amazing events taking place downtown, in Back Bay, and all of the city’s neighborhoods and surrounding cities and towns. This year is a great time to Meet Boston, a city that never gets old. HOZIER IN CONCERT June 23-24 Ireland’s acclaimed artist Hozier performs “Unreal…
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As summer sun casts its warmth over the hills and mills of Greater Merrimack Valley, the region pulses with the spirit of Celtic heritage. From Lowell to Lexington, Concord to Westford, this corner of Massachusetts is a vibrant tapestry of music, dance, and celebration. For those of Irish descent—and for anyone captivated by Celtic culture—take…
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Ireland’s traditional music is one of the world’s most vibrant and enduring folk traditions, stretching back to the ancient bards and blind harpists who roamed the countryside, entertaining the Irish in cottages, castles, or pop-up ceilis at the crossroads. The music retains its vitality and relevance year after year, producing new generations of musicians, singers,…
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Greater Boston is a vibrant place for live theater, literary events, cultural activities and more. Here is a sampling of upcoming theater, comedy and literary events in the coming months. Bravo! THEATER AND COMEDY Actress Aimee Doherty in Hello Dolly at Lyric Stage Boston Through June 22Theater: Hello Dolly (images above by Mark S. Howard.)Music…
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