Barry and Lafayette – Irish and French Heroes of the American Revolution

Commodore John Barry and Marquis de Lafayette, Catholic military heroes of the American Revolution, are memorialized side by side on Boston Common, in homage to their enormous contributions during the Revolutionary War. Born in September 6, 1757, Lafayette was a French nobleman who volunteered to serve in the Continental Army and soon became a close…

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Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival Celebrates 30 Years on July 19 in Northampton, MA

Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival

What began in 1994 as a one-time event to raise funds for an historic church in western Massachusetts is still going strong some three decades later.   On July 19, 2025,  the beloved Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival celebrates its 30th anniversary.  The milestone offers a moment to reflect on why Glasgow is readily hailed as one of the most…

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JFK Hyannis Museum Presents: Paul Ryan’s 1960s Photo Exhibit

Paul Ryan 1960s Photo Exhibit at JFK Hyannis Museum

The John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum on Cape Cod has an exciting new exhibit entitled Paul Ryan’s 1960s, a collection from the acclaimed Boston photographer whose worked captured the zeitgeist of a generation. From Robert Kennedy skiing with family in Sun Valley to jazz legends Dizzy Gillespie and Thelonious Monk at the Monterey Jazz Festival, and from the…

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Who is Boston’s Logan Airport Named After?

Boston’s Edward L. Logan International Airport was named for General Edward L. Logan (1875-1939), a first generation Irish-American military leader, civic leader and municipal judge with family roots in Ballygar, Galway and South Boston. Edward was the oldest of nine children of Lawrence and Catherine (O’Connor), according to the late Michael Cummings of Milton, an expert on…

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George M. Cohan, Irish-American Song and Dance Man

George M. Cohan, (1878-1942), famed Broadway song and dance man whose songs helped define the World War I generation, was born in Providence RI on July 3, 1878.   A  statue honoring Cohan at the corner of Wickendon and Governor Streets in Providence  was created by noted sculptor Robert Shure, who also created  the Irish Famine Memorial in Boston and in Providence.  The…

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ICC Presents: David Geaney & The Irish Lads

David Geaney

Making their debut appearance at the Irish Cultural Centre, The Irish Lads are a high-energy Irish music and dance act that showcases the very best of Ireland’s rich cultural traditions. With electrifying performances, they bring together the driving rhythms of traditional Irish music and the precision of world-class Irish dance. Their dynamic stage presence, infectious energy, and…

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ICC Presents: Meadhbh Walsh in Concert

meadhbh walsh, ICC

Hailing from County Cork, Ireland, Meadhbh Walsh is a 23-year-old Irish folk singer and instrumentalist whose powerful voice and unique blend of traditional and contemporary folk have earned her a dedicated following around the world. After touring extensively in Dubai, Ireland, the UK, Canada, and the United States since 2022, her heartfelt performances and original…

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ICC Presents: Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones

Derek Warfield Band

A special group of Irish men and women have been responsible for preservation of the tradition of Irish ballad singing over the past 50 years. Derek Warfield is a distinguished name among them. Derek Warfield and They Young Wolfe Tones are bringing that musical tradition forward with a reverence for Ireland’s past and the energy…

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Rockport Music – Always Sublime

rockport music, shalin liu,

Folk music or roots music, classical or chamber, jazz or world music – everything sounds sublime and inspiring at Shalin Liu Performance Center in Rockport, MA. Curated by Rockport Music, this acoustically brilliant concert venue offers a stellar schedule of live performance year after year to this scenic fishing town north of Boston. All summer,…

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Welcome to JFK Library in Boston

Visitors to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum come from all over the world to be inspired and to remember one of America’s most beloved presidents, Boston native John Fitzgerald Kennedy. Open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the JFK Library sits on a 10-acre site overlooking Boston Harbor…

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Ireland’s Marine National Park in County Kerry

Skellig Michael in Co. Kerry

Ireland’s first Marine National Park was created on Earth Day, April 22, 2024, as ministers, environmentalists, marine experts and local tourism officials gathered to share the exciting news. Called Páirc Náisiúnta na Mara, Ciarraí – (Marine National Park, Kerry) the new Páirc is centered around Corca Dhuibhne in Co. Kerry and unites some of Europe’s…

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JFK Exhibit: Presidential Pets: From the Dog House to the White House

JFK, Pets

Do you have a pet? Chances are the answer is yes. Around 66% of U.S. homes include at least one companion animal—that’s 86.9 million households. These homes have included the White House, which dogs, cats, horses, goats, birds, rodents and reptiles have called home. Through objects, photos, letters, recordings, film and interactive display, this exhibit…

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NE Free Jacks Rugby Team Win 2025 Championship

The New England Free Jacks won its third consecutive MLR (Major League Rugby) championship this weekend, defeating the Houston SaberCats at the Centreville Bank Stadium in Pawtucket, RI. More than 5,700 fans attended the match. The Free Jacks are the first ever MLR team to win three championship titles and the first to ever go…

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Boston Irish Famine Memorial Unveiled on June 28, 1998

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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Spectacle Live Presents: Gaelic Storm

Gaelic Storm

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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Milton Summer Concert Series

Milton Gazebo Concert Summer Series

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 Events in Boston + Dublin

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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Ireland Day at Armenian Heritage Park

Armenian Heritage Park

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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Lyric Stage Boston Presents: A Sherlock Carol by Mark Shanahan

A Sherlock Carol Lyric Stage

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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Lyric Stage Boston Presents: Our Town

Our Town

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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Boston Harbor Hotel’s 2025 Summer in the City Music Series

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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