Hamilton Irish Arts

2022-10-15 20:00 - 23:30 (America/Toronto) | Royal Canadian Legion, Toronto 266/046, 3591 Dundas St West, York, Ontario, M6S 2T1, Canada
Here at Open Door Ceilis Toronto, good music and great dancing is our passion.
Our regular monthly ceilis are held at 3591 Dundas Street West. A short bus ride from Jane TTC station.

LIVELY TUNES with live music
3591 DUNDAS STREET WEST, TORONTO Map link.
Plenty of free parking
Cash bar
8 pm – 11.30 pm.

Come and visit – your dancing shoes will thank you.
Sets & ceili dances, and waltz too!
$20– ceili entrance and raffle ticket included and delicious treats served with Barrys Tea. Cash Bar
Call Geraldine at (416) 573 1205
www.opendoorceilitoronto.com

ReJigged Festival
2022-10-20 - 2022-10-23 | Ontario
Join us in our 12th annual celebration of Celtic music and dance.
We are thrilled with our 2022 lineup! We’re planning both in-person and online events and workshops, so we can keep in touch with our international audience while staying loyal to the local roots of our small-but-mighty Festival!
Breanndán Begley & Rose Morrison
Inn Echo (Tom Gammons, Karson McKeown, Tuli Porcher)
Wendy MacIsaac & Mac Morin
Aneta Dortová | Jonathan Rousseau
Màiri Chaimbeul | Kevin Crawford | Daoirí Farrell
Marielle Lespérance | Catherine-Ann MacPhee
Rachel McCrum | Calum Stewart & Sophie Stephenson
Cedric Watson | Andy Webster & Eilidh Buchanan
Cinder Well (Amelia Baker)

What is ReJigged?

ReJigged is an independent festival in Nova Scotia celebrating new directions in music and dance, based in the rich history of the Celtic musical tradition. ReJigged showcases and nurtures the best emerging and established local talent alongside national and international independent music and dance in the genre of “new trad” (traditional) Celtic music.

East Region AGM
2022-10-22 | Kingston Senior Centre, 56 Francis Street, Kingston, Ontario, K7M 1L7, Canada
Harp of Tara Branch is hosting the East Region AGM this year on October 22.
It will be held at the Seniors Centre at 56 Francis Street in Kingston.
This year Steafan Hannigan and Saskia Tomkins are being inducted into the East Region Music Hall of Fame.
A list of nearby hotels with the final details of the day to follow shortly.
There will be the AGM during the day and then workshops, followed by dinner and a ceili featuring the Seventh Town Ceili Band.
11:00-12:00: Meeting
12:00: Break for quick lunch and continue with the meeting til 3:30
4:00 -5:30: Workshops
6:00: Dinner
7:30: Ceili
Hope we can get a good turnout after missing the last two years.
**If there is enough interest on the part of people coming down on the Friday night we will try and arrange a Siamsa at a local pub**

Ceol agus Craic @ Irish Canadian Club
2022-10-22 20:00 - 22:30 | Irish Canadian Club Hamilton, 389 Concession St, Hamilton, Ontario, L9A 1B8, Canada
Ceol agus Craic
Saturday night live music at the club, October 22, 8:00 pm to 10:30, entertainment by the Corktown musicians and The Forde Brothers.
Come out and support this fun filled night with great music and songs!
8 pm
No cover charge

Samhain Ceili in Kitchener
2022-10-28 19:00 - 22:30 | Victoria Park Pavillion, 80 Schneider Ave, Kitchener, Ontario, N2G 1K9, Canada
Samhain is nearing, the time of year when the Celts believed the division between this world and the otherworld was at its thinnest, allowing spirits to pass through which then became what we know today as Hallowe’en.
We will mark this celebration and the end of the Celtic year with Ceili dancing, great stories by Jonathan Lynn and activities for the kids! Our caller will lead everyone through the Ceili dances so no experience necessary, just comfy dancing shoes!
Celebrate with us on Friday, October 28th at the Victoria Park Pavillion, Kitchener from7 pm – 10:30 pm

Tickets:
$20/person over 18 yrs old
$10 – 5yrs – 18 yrs. old
5 + under – free
$50 family (2 adults, 3 kids)
To purchase tickets and for more information please go to https://www.irishreallifekw.com/…/samhain-an-irish… For groups of 10+ please contact us at ceilis@irishreallifekw.com with group in the subject line.
Masks (medical and/or Hallowe’en) and costumes are encouraged but not required.
Cash bar will be available.
This evening’s Ceili is dedicated to our dear recently departed friend Kari Kokko.

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November Irish Immersion and Competitions
2022-11-12 13:00 - 17:00 | Virtual – OnLine, Ontario, Canada
As the only recognized Gaeltacht (Irish-speaking area) outside of Ireland, the North American Gaeltacht is inviting you to our virtual Fall Immersion Series, Féile na Samhna
November 2022
Over the course of three weekends, 12-13, 19-20, 26-27 of November 2022, experienced teachers will offer weekend language classes for all levels. As well, a variety of cultural workshops will be offered, giving students the chance to practice their language skills outside the classroom. It is our goal that every learner will be at ease practicing and speaking Irish in a relaxed atmosphere. We are offering a unique opportunity for immersive learning with classes and a workshop each day through video chat.
The November Immersion Series is the perfect opportunity to have a Gaeltacht experience from wherever you are!
Tentative Workshops: Intro to the Gaelic Literary Arts, Intro to the Gaelic Spoken Arts, Sean Nós Singing, Reading the Gaelic Font and Irish Cursive Writing
Daily Schedule Sat – Sun (ET)
1 pm – 3pm: Online Classes
3:30 pm- 5 pm: Workshops (Sat) / Social Event (Sun)
Class Levels
Level 1 (TEG A1): Acquire the basics.
Level 2 (TEG A2): Improve speaking ability and broaden knowledge of grammar.
Level 3 (TEG B1): Improve fluency, increase vocabulary.
Level 4 (TEG B2): Improve fluency.
Level 5 (TEG C): Speak with other fluent speakers and work on the finer points of the language.
Learn more about the class levels
Oireachtas Gaeilge Cheanada
Oireachtas Gaeilge Cheanada is a celebration of Irish traditional song and language, happening virtually on Sunday, November 27th 2022 as a part of Féile na Samhna. With a focus on learners, we welcome participants at all learning levels to both judged (general singing and Sean Nós singing) and non-judged performances.
Judged Competition: Singing in a non sean-nós style
Judged Competition: Sean-nós style singing
Unjudged Showcase: Lúibíní/Agallamh Beirte
Unjudged Showcase: Poetry or Story Recitation (ready-chosen)
Unjudged Showcase: Poetry Competition (recited)
To encourage as broad a participation as possible, the Oireachtas will be held online as part of the November Immersion Series.
Come to perform, compete, or show your support for the Irish language. Entry for both viewing and performing/competing are included in the full package.
Registration is required.
Sunday, 27 November 2022
2 pm ET: Oireachtas
Fees
Full package: $95
Student rate (recognized university programs): $35
Financial hardship rate available
Oireachtas only (viewer or performer): $10

Register Online

Niagara Folk 'N Irish Music Session
2022-11-13 13:30 - 16:30 | Doc Magilligans, 6400 LUNDY'S LANE, NIagara Falls, Ontario, L2G 1T6, Canada
Niagara Folk & Irish Music Session – Every Sunday!

1.30pm To 4.30pm
At Doc Magilligan’s

*Comfy setting (candles on tables etc)

*All musicians welcome!

*Bring your own instrument (fiddles / accordions / whistles / mandolins / banjo / guitar / Bodhran etc)

*Folk and Irish is the general style but we’re open to anything fun! (East coast tunes / original songs / parodies / country & acoustic versions of rock songs!)

We want to create a fun, welcoming environment where those interested in folk and Irish music can have fun playing music & singing together. It’s not a gig. We sit around a table and go around in a circle where everyone has an equal chance to lead a song or tune.

Everyone is equally welcome – from beginner musicians to experts.

It’s a chance to share a few tunes or songs you like with others & to learn old tunes / songs & accompany others.

Music is a catalyst for happiness. Friends meet. Enough said.

https://m.facebook.com/events/1345348825996207

IRISH CLUB 70TH ANNIVERSARY
2022-11-18 17:00 - 22:00 | Irish Canadian Club Hamilton, 389 Concession St, Hamilton, Ontario, L9A 1B8, Canada
IMPORTANT NOTICE
CHANGE OF DATE
The Ambassador of Ireland, Dr Eamonn McKee will be in Hamilton for 18 November 2022.
Based on our phone call with the Embassy, we are looking at an evening programme with a DRAFT sequence as follows:
5.00 pm Doors open
5:30 pm Beginning of Event; conversation and refreshments
(sandwiches/wraps, cheese & crackers, fruit, veggies & dip, cookies and soda bread)
7:00 pm Ambassador to give his talk on “an Exploration of the Irish Story in Canada” followed by a Q & A
Music session to follow with Corktown Players
The Ambassador will be accompanied by his wife, Mrs. Mary McGillis-McKee.
Please spread the word.

Ceili, Irish dancing for everyone in Kitchener
2022-11-18 19:30 - 22:30 | Victoria Park Pavillion, 80 Schneider Ave, Kitchener, Ontario, N2G 1K9, Canada
Wear comfy shoes and get ready for some fun!
Live music by the Grand River Ceili Band with a caller leading you through the dances.Cash bar available.
Kids under 10 free.
Advance tickets are $14. Tickets may be purchased at the door for $20.
Live band, bar and good times!
In this time of flu and viruses, we do ask that people wear masks if they can.

Irish Ceili (Fergus)
2022-11-19 19:00 - 23:30 | Melville United Church, 300 St Andrew St W, Fergus, Ontario, N1M 1N9, Canada
Celtic Thunder Academy of Irish Music & Dance is pleased to host
IRISH CEILI
Upper Auditorium of Melville United Church, Fergus, Ontario
300 St. Andrew Street W, Fergus, Ontario
Called by: Stephen Rayner from Kingston, ON
Ceili Admission:
Adults $15;
Youth 6-18 – $8;
5 & Under > Free
To register contact Marilyn Abraham or celtic_thunder@hotmail.com or call 519.787.0096

Ceili in Niagara Falls
2022-11-26 19:00 - 22:00 | The Optimist Club of Niagara Falls, 7085 Morrison Street, Niagara Falls, Ontario, L2E 2K5, Canada
Please come & join us for an evening Ceili (called Irish dance) with Maureen O’Leary.
At The Optimist Club of Niagara Falls, 7085 Morrison Street, Niagara Falls, On. L2E 2K5
This is an event for EVERYONE. Come and learn to Ceili or just enjoy the music and energy.
Bid at our silent auction. Perhaps you will find that perfect Christmas gift!
Admission – Adult – $15.00
Children under 12 – free
Light refreshments provided

Winter Concert and Ceilidh
2023-02-04 19:30 - 22:00 | Red Chevron Club, 34 Elizabeth Street, Guelph, Ontario, N1E 2X2, Canada
Join the Guelph Celtic Orchestra in an evening of live fiddle music and dance. Join in after the concert for a ceilidh dance!
What is a Ceilidh and How Do I Pronounce it?
The word Ceilidh (kay-lee) literally means ‘visit’ in Scottish Gaelic. Now it is referred to as a social gathering with music and dance and sometimes poetry and song. In the case of the GCO, however, there is little to no singing or poetry-sorry. The music is provided by a live Ceilidh band playing traditional Jigs, Reels, Polkas and such. The set up is somewhat similar to square-dancing…in that it is done in groups of 8, facing each other in lines, or in a circle. So come alone, with a partner, or come in a group and get tangled up in the fun!
How Will I Know What to DO?
Fear not newbie Ceilidh goer-there will be a ‘Caller’ present to explain the steps prior to the music being played for each dance. The caller leads the dancers through the steps slowly without music- in a crash course, easy to follow kind of way. Once the caller is through with the explanation, the band strikes up and it’s into the real thing! The caller will keep on calling and if you’re lucky will come and untangle you and spin you in the right direction from time to time. All the while – just keep on skipping along to the beat of the music!
What Ages Can Participate?
As the kids of today are our Ceilidh experts of the future, all ages are welcome… however we do ask that no babes in arms participate in the dance (mainly because in order to dance, your feet really should touch the floor, from time to time). Children 5 and under are free of charge at GCO events! Fun and great exercise for all sorts of generations!
What Should I Wear?
Whatever you like, depending on how comfortable you like to be. However, in order to prevent injury, perhaps choose footwear accordingly. Also- it gets warm. (Which is nice in the winter.)
Altogether, it is an inexpensive and unique night out. Give it a try and see you on the dance floor!
For more information about the Guelph Celtic Orchestra, check out our website:
https://guelphceltic.ca/

Music at the Irish Club
2023-02-18 20:00 - 22:30 | Irish Canadian Club Hamilton, 389 Concession St, Hamilton, Ontario, L9A 1B8, Canada
Music Night is Back
Saturday night live music at the club, on Saturday @8:00 with The Forde Brothers and the Hamilton Irish Arts musicians. Come out and enjoy another great night of songs and music.🎼🎼🎤🎤☘️☘️

Chris Langan Traditional Irish Music Weekend - Toronto
2023-03-03 - 2023-03-05 | Noonan’s Irish Pub, 141 Danforth Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M4K 1N2, Canada
Back for a full weekend this March! They can’t wait to see you in person.
Stay 🎶 tuned 🎶 for more details on artists and ticket sales.
#irishtrad #uilleannpipes #irishmusic
2023 SCHEDULE
FRIDAY, MARCH 3
WELCOME EVENING & SESSIONS
Noonan’s Pub, 141 Danforth Avenue
SATURDAY, MARCH 4
WORKSHOPS & GALA CONCERT
Tranzac Club, 292 Brunswick Avenue
SUNDAY, MARCH 5
THE PIPER’S CHAIR
Tranzac Club, 292 Brunswick Avenue
More information on Artists and Ticket Sales coming soon. Stay Tuned!
Here’s a little reminder of what we have in store for you

Niagara Folk 'N Irish Music Session - Special Announcement
2023-03-05 13:00 - 17:30 | Doc Magilligans, 6400 LUNDY'S LANE, NIagara Falls, Ontario, L2G 1T6, Canada
“Are ya going to the session?” Folk and Irish Session at Doc Magilligan’s Irish Pub & Restaurant Niagara Falls every Sunday! All welcome to bring an instrument and join in!
THIS WEEK IS SPECIAL! Irish dancing at 1pm, trad session, special guests / announcement and extra music by Paddyman and friends! Free entry!

Music 🎶 at the Irish Canadian Club - March 11 - Warm up to St. Patrick’s
2023-03-11 19:30 - 22:30 | Irish Canadian Club Hamilton, 389 Concession St, Hamilton, Ontario, L9A 1B8, Canada
Saturday night live music at the club, on Saturday @8:00 with The Forde Brothers and the Hamilton Irish Arts musicians.
Come out and enjoy another great night of songs and music.🎼🎼🎤🎤☘️☘️
Doors Open at 7.3

Bookends Concert - London
2023-03-12 19:30 - 23:00 | Chancer’s Pub, 122 Carling Street, London, Ontario, N6A 1H6, Canada
https://www.thebookends.ca/
Advance tickets can be purchased at Long & McQuade North, The Village Idiot, and Marienbad Restaurant (next to Chaucer’s)
Purchase tickets online at https://www.ticketscene.ca/events/43096/
The tale of The Bookends begins in the storybook town of Stratford, Ontario where wafting notes of an Irish whistle brought together two couples on a warm summer’s eve. This perfect pairing of Cait & Pete, and Miriam & Errol – with a shelf-full of stories between them, became The Bookends. They are Celtic instrumentalists who keep audiences of all ages spellbound or fast-footed with their masterful arrangements. Filled with good natured banter, fascinating footnotes, and a steady switching of instruments, The Bookends deliver a show of energetic enrichment, and fantastically frenzied fun.
The Bookends perform regularly as the backing band for multi-platinum international sensation Loreena McKennitt.
In 2021 The Bookends headlined in the gold-standard of Canada’s festival scene: the Goderich Celtic Roots Festival. Also in 2021 they began a performance and collaboration relationship with the renowned Stratford Symphony Orchestra and were, fittingly, featured in a book – Just Us Folk – We Shift and Remain, by legendary journalist Jan Vanderhorst. In their 2019 jaunt to Ireland, the group played with artists from several Celtic supergroups, including Lúnasa, Kilfenora Céilí Band and Cherish the Ladies.
The Bookends released their first album, “Chapter One” in 2020. Roots Magazine Canada marveled that The Bookends “think outside the box” in their music and album promotion – crediting them with boosting the local economy during the pandemic lockdowns of 2020. The album has enjoyed airplay on radio and popular podcasts.
For Information call 519-319-5847 or e-mail folk@iandavies.com
Mask wearing is encouraged when not eating or drinking

Talamh an Eisc; Irish Music in Canada
2023-03-13 19:30 - 21:30 | The Registry Theatre, 122 Frederick St, Kitchener, Ontario, N2H 2L9, Canada
From the early 1500s, the Irish have been coming to Canada, first to fish off the shores of Newfoundland but soon to settle in every corner of the country, where Irish music has blended with older Indigenous, Scottish and French traditions to create unique Canadian sounds.

The old song melodies have acquired new Canadian words about life in the bush, on the great lakes, on farms and in lumber camps. There have been Irish heroines and heroes, poets and bandleaders, and there have been wild characters. The kitchens, parlours and dance halls of Canada have been ringing with the sounds of jigs and reels, ballads and convivial songs from the Emerald Isle for nigh onto 300 years.

Come hear some of the great stories and Irish-Canadian music that is so much a part of our cultural world.
Details:
$20 – general
$15 student, seniors
Intermission and cash bar

2023 Wearing of the Green Luncheon
2023-03-17 11:00 - 23:59 | Michelangelo Banquet Centre, 1555 Upper Ottawa Street, Hamilton, Ontario, L8W 3E2, Canada
WE ARE BACK!!!! St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon to honour Hamilton’s Irish Person of the year.
Honouring Hamilton’s Irish Person of the Year – Rob McGowan!!
Get your tickets now $60 for a full Cornbeef/Cabbage/Potatoes/Veggies and Dessert meal at Michelangelo’s.
Irish Dancers – Raffle Table
Doors open 11 am, Lunch served at 12 pm
Rob McGowan’s charity of choice is: DeMazenod Door Outreach Program at St. Patrick’s
** Venue’s bar is cashless. Raffle tickets will be cash only**
Help us- help others and start off your day for the Shenanigans of St. Paddy’s Day. wotgmarch17@gmail.com

St. Paddy's Day Celebration - Corktown Pub
2023-03-17 11:00 - 2023-03-18 11:00 | Corktown Pub, 175 Young Street, Hamilton, Ontario, L8N 1V7, Canada
The Longest Running St. Paddy’s Day Celebration in Hamilton !!
Doors Open @ 11 am
12:00 pm to 3 pm – Ferguson Young
4:00 pm to 7 pm – Fried Balogna
8:30 pm to Midnight – The Saints are Coming

St. Patrick's @ Irish Canadian Club of Hamilton
2023-03-17 13:00 - 21:30 | Irish Canadian Club Hamilton, 389 Concession St, Hamilton, Ontario, L9A 1B8, Canada
The big day is fast approaching, and we are pleased to confirm that LoraLee and friends, will be with us in the afternoon and The Forde Brothers will be with us early evening until close. Bring along your instruments and voices in the evening, for a session with the Forde Brothers.
At the Club Rooms Doors open at 1.00
Musicians – Loralee and Friends 2.30 – 5.30
Musicians – Forde Brothers at 6.30

Guelph Celtic Orchestra Concert & Ceilidh
2023-03-18 19:30 - 22:30 | Italian Canadian Club, 135 Ferguson St., Guelph, Ontario, N1E 2Y7, Canada
Join the Guelph Celtic Orchestra in an evening of live fiddle music and dance. Join in after the concert for a ceilidh dance!
7:30pm-8:30pm Performance by Guelph Celtic Orchestra
8:45pm-10:30pm Live ceilidh band and ceilidh dance called by Maureen Mulvey-O’Leary with special guests from the Guelph Pipe Band.

What is a Ceilidh and How Do I Pronounce it?
The word Ceilidh (kay-lee) literally means ‘visit’ in Scottish Gaelic. Now it is referred to as a social gathering with music and dance and sometimes poetry and song. In the case of the GCO, however, there is little to no singing or poetry-sorry. The music is provided by a live Ceilidh band playing traditional Jigs, Reels, Polkas and such. The set up is somewhat similar to square-dancing…in that it is done in groups of 8, facing each other in lines, or in a circle. So come alone, with a partner, or come in a group and get tangled up in the fun!
How Will I Know What to DO?
Fear not newbie Ceilidh goer-there will be a ‘Caller’ present to explain the steps prior to the music being played for each dance. The caller leads the dancers through the steps slowly without music- in a crash course, easy to follow kind of way. Once the caller is through with the explanation, the band strikes up and it’s into the real thing! The caller will keep on calling and if you’re lucky will come and untangle you and spin you in the right direction from time to time. All the while – just keep on skipping along to the beat of the music!
What Ages Can Participate?
As the kids of today are our Ceilidh experts of the future, all ages are welcome… however we do ask that no babes in arms participate in the dance (mainly because in order to dance, your feet really should touch the floor, from time to time). Children 5 and under are free of charge at GCO events! Fun and great exercise for all sorts of generations!
What Should I Wear?
Whatever you like, depending on how comfortable you like to be. However, in order to prevent injury, perhaps choose footwear accordingly. Also- it gets warm. (Which is nice in the winter.)

Altogether, it is an inexpensive and unique night out. Give it a try and see you on the dance floor!
For more information about the Guelph Celtic Orchestra, check out our website:
https://guelphceltic.ca/

St. Patrick's Day Ceili - Kitchener
2023-03-18 19:30 - 23:00 | Victoria Park Pavillion, 80 Schneider Ave, Kitchener, Ontario, N2G 1K9, Canada
All ages and experience are welcome to join in our St. Patrick’s Day Ceili! The Grand River Ceili Band will be playing live as our caller walks you through the dances. Wear comfy shoes, green if you got it and get ready for some good craic!
Cash bar available.
Kids under 10 are free.
Advance tickets are $14. Tickets may be purchased at the door for $20. Group ticket pricing is available for groups of 10 and up by emailing ceilis@irishreallifekw.com.
In this time of flu and viruses, we do ask that people wear masks if they can.

St. Patrick's Day Parade - March 19th in Toronto!!
2023-03-19 12:00 - 16:00 | Corner of Bloor & St. George, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
The St. Patrick’s Parade Society are the custodians of a tradition to celebrate Ireland’s history, culture and heritage through entertainment. We are a not for profit, event staging organization, responsible for numerous Irish events throughout the year. We annually organize the Grand Marshal Ball, the St. Patrick’s Parade Lunch, Celtic Island, and Toronto’s St. Patrick’s Parade.
Legendary sports broadcaster for the Toronto Raptors and TSN, Jack Armstrong, is to be honoured with the title of the Grand Marshal of the 2023 St. Patrick’s Parade in Toronto.
This year’s parade will take place on Sunday, March 19th, beginning at 12pm.
Armstrong, the son of two immigrants from Ireland, has been the voice of NBA in Toronto for many years. He has become a recognizable voice on Canadian television since beginning his career as a broadcaster with the Toronto Raptors in the fall of 1998.
Toronto’s St. Patrick’s Parade is one of the largest community events in the city and is the largest celebration of Irish culture anywhere in Canada.
The involvement of Jack Armstrong as Grand Marshal is a testament to the importance of the St. Patrick’s Parade in Toronto and its growth as a major event in North America. That growth can be attested to the large number of volunteers who dedicate an immense amount of time each year.
Over 5,000 participants march the parade route each year, and hundred of thousands more line the streets to watch the festivities.
The parade will begin at the corner of St. George and Bloor Street West at 12 pm and proceed down Yonge Street, turning left towards the review stand at Nathan Phillips Square.
Jack Armstrong, Grand Marshal of the Toronto St. Patrick’s Parade, said:
“I’m immensely proud of my Irish heritage, so it is a great personal honour to be named as this year’s Grand Marshal of Toronto St. Patrick’s Parade.
“After many years working in Toronto, it is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate all things Irish in this great city at one of the largest events of the year.
Shaun Ruddy, Chairperson of the St. Patrick’s Parade Society of Toronto, said:
“The parade is not only a celebration of Irish heritage and culture but also a great opportunity to promote the city of Toronto and its diversity.
“It’s not just a great opportunity to enjoy a fun day out with the family, but it also provides an opportunity for people to learn about Irish culture and history.
“The parade also features a variety of community groups, schools and cultural organizations, highlighting the city’s diversity.”
More information:

Toronto’s hosts the most diverse St. Patrick’s Parade in the world, representing the multicultural diversity of the city.
This year’s parade is expected to be one of the largest ever, with thousands of entries booked to line the streets of Toronto.
The parade is a family-orientated event, and Toronto’s St. Patrick’s Parade Society is proud to partner with Metrolinx to offer a special fare for all families wishing to travel to Toronto to enjoy the parade. Kids under-12 travel for free.
For those wishing to stay in Toronto for the weekend, the Chelsea Hotel is offering a special rate for stays in the city to enjoy the festivities.

Contact Information:
Media contact: Sean O’Shea
Shaun Ruddy Chair
St Patrick’s Parade Society of Toronto
Manulife Centre, 44 Charles St W, Unit 2319
Toronto, ON M4Y 1R7
(416) 996-8790
Info@StPatricksToronto.com

Music Night 🎶 at the Irish Canadian Club - April 22
2023-04-22 19:30 - 22:30 | Irish Canadian Club Hamilton, 389 Concession St, Hamilton, Ontario, L9A 1B8, Canada
Saturday night live music at the club @ 8:00 pm with The Forde Brothers and the Hamilton Irish Arts musicians.
Come out and enjoy another great night of songs and music.🎼🎼🎤🎤☘️☘️
Doors Open at 7.30
Hamilton Irish Arts Musicians
Come out and enjoy some great music and support your club

Ceili at the Crossroads
2023-05-06 19:00 - 23:00 | Corktown Pub, 175 Young Street, Hamilton, Ontario, L8N 1V7, Canada
A tremendously fun night of dancing and music featuring some of the Corktown players and a special show by Paddyman. The talented caller of the ceili will be our favourites set dancing teacher, Maureen Mulvey O’Leary. Come out for the night and enjoy the CRAIC!
Doors open at 7 pm
HIA Members – $15.00
Non Members – $20.00
Children under 12 are free
Tickets would be e-transfer or cash

Holy Rosary Church - Susanna
2023-05-28 09:00 - 10:00 | Holy Rosary Church, 287 Plains Road East, Burlington, Ontario, L7T 2C7, Canada
One of our musicians from the Tuesday Night Session, Susanna, is playing on May 28t at Holy Rosary Church, 287 Plains Road East, Burlington.
It is a mass at 9.00 and it is the last week of Thursday choir rehearsals.
Susanna is playing that violin piece which is Bach’s Air On a G String which was suggested by Trevor Price the director.
Best wishes
Susanna

Kitchen Party - Wave Maker Brewery
2023-06-10 15:00 - 20:00 | Wave Maker Brewery, 639 Laurel Street, Cambridge, Ontario, N3H 3Z1, Canada
Call it a Ceili! Call it a Ceilidh! Call it a Kitchen Party! Call it whatever you want—as long as you come have a great time! On June 10th Wave Maker is celebrating Canada’s Celtic connections with a down-East party featuring amazing food and music. @maisyspearl is bringing some authentic East Coast delicacies, like oysters, shrimp rolls, and maybe—just maybe—lobster rolls and to-die-for clam chowder. World-champion oyster shucker David Burns always brings the freshest and tastiest options available to him at that moment in time, so no matter what it’s gonna be delicious!
To get feet movin’ and butts groovin’ we’ve also lined up some amazing, authentic down-East musicians. If bands like Great Big Sea, The Irish Rovers, The Chieftans, Spirit of the West, etc., are music to your ears then mark your calendar and get your tickets—with a good time guaranteed they’ll go fast! Get your tickets here.
(Bring a screenshot of your order number for entry to the event.)

2023 CCE North American Province Convention
2023-06-29 - 2023-07-02 | Bethesda North Marriott Hotel and Conference Center, 5701 Marinelli Road, Bethesda, MD, 20852, United States
Convention 2023 – North Bethesda

June 29th through July 2, 20
Registration is now OPEN for the 2023 CCE North American Province Convention taking place June 29-July 2 in Bethesda, Maryland, hosted by the O’Neill Malcom branch! Go to www.ccepotomac.org/convention2023 and view our expanded schedule of events, including music and dance workshops, roundtable discussions, 4 ceilis and 4 ceili bands, history and language lectures, a Mick Moloney tribute, Saturday evening banquet, and more!
Faculty to date includes John Whelan, Brian Conway, Lexie Boatwright, Padraig & Roisin, and others; check the link for updates. You won’t want to miss this 50th anniversary celebration!

Irish Summer Camp @ Leander Boat Club
2023-07-17 08:00 - 2023-07-21 17:00 | Leander Boat Club, 50 Leander Drive, Hamilton, Ontario, L8L 8L1
Camps run from 9 – 4 at all locations activities include Irish language, dancing, singing, music instruments (whistle, fiddle etc.), crafts, sports. There is a concert at the end of the week for family and friends. Children bring their own lunch daily except for Friday. $200 per child per week. If paid before March 20
There are discounts for Comhaltas members and early registration
We give volunteer hours to those in high school.
Click 2024-Registration-Form-0215 to download Registration Form
Contact us on Instagram, Facebook or Maureen at moleary2001@rogers.com or call 416-446-6993 to register or for more information, you can also check our website www.irishsummercamp4kids.com

Qualified teachers in all areas, language, music, song, dance, crafts and sports
Fiddles for the class and all the sporting equipment.
Crafts
Pizza lunch Fridays, (pizza, 1 drink and snacks will be provided that day)
A concert performance for family and friends to showcase students new talents on Friday afternoon
Guaranteed Fun, Fun, Fun

Please note:
Bring lunch every day but Friday and wear comfortable clothes
Tin Whistles in key of D are needed. These are on sale for $10 at the beginning of every camp. This will be your child’s Tin Whistle. For hygienic reasons they are not included in cost of camp.
For more information contact Maureen Mulvey @ Home 416-446-6993 or
e-mail moleary2001@rogers.com or irishsummercamp4kids@gmail.com
For Info See Facebook Page
*Hours will be given to energetic, hard working high school students looking for a fun way to complete their required volunteer hours for high school.*
Please make cheques payable to:
Irish Summer School
2040 Don Mills Rd, #509,
Toronto, Ont. M3A-3R7
or etransfer to irishsummercamp4kids@gmail.com
The summer camps have been organized for the summer Plan ahead and there are discounts for Comhaltas members:
IRISH SUMMER CAMPS -check website www.irishsummercamp4kids. on the Irish summer Camp4kids.com for updates
July 22 – 26 – Leander Boat Club, 50 Leander Dr. Hamilton
July 29 – August 2 – St. Edward the Confessor – 75 Churchill Ave., Toronto North
August 5 – 11 – Goderich Celtic Roots College and Festival
August 12 – 16 – Irish Supporters Club, 4120 Ridgeway Dr. Unit 39, Mississauga
August 19 – 23 – Pegasus, 361 Glebeholme Blvd. – Toronto East end
August August 26 –30 – Lambton House – 4066 Old Dundas St. – Toronto West end
Email me moleary2001@rogers.com. Pass on the word to anyone interested in this great camp
For more information or to register contact me Maureen moleary2001@rogers.com
