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By Tom DeignanIA NewsletterMarch 16, 2024

“I Never Did Like Politics”

By Tom Deignan
IA Newsletter
March 16, 2024

March 14, 2024 by Leave a Comment

"I Never Did Like Politics": How Fiorello La Guardia Became America's Mayor, and Why He Still Matters Terry Golway literally wrote the book on Tammany Hall, the Irish-dominated political machine that changed American politics - for better and worse. His 2014 study Machine Made: Tammany Hall and the Creation of American Politics is the acknowledged authoritative history of the … [Read more...] about “I Never Did Like Politics”

Irish Roots and Rituals

By Jim McCann
IA Newsletter
March 16, 2024

March 12, 2024 by 1 Comment

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Growing up in New York City, I lived in the heart of the American melting pot. There seemed to be a festival or parade celebrating the city’s nationalities and ethnicities nearly every weekend. It was a great way to meet new people and experience the cultures of my hometown. Every year on March 17, it was my family’s turn, and this kid from Queens was always amazed at how many … [Read more...] about Irish Roots and Rituals

Celtic Woman 20th Anniversary Tour

IA Newsletter
March 9, 2023

March 8, 2024 by 2 Comments

Grammy-Nominated Music Sensation Celtic Woman Brings 20th Anniversary Tour to North America in 2024 On the heels of the successful “Postcards From Ireland,” Celtic Woman will carry on its legacy of uplifting performances packed with breath-taking harmonies and instrumental virtuosity. The group will bring an all-new live show to celebrate its 20th anniversary in North … [Read more...] about Celtic Woman 20th Anniversary Tour

Trinity Irish Dance Company

IA Newsletter
March 9, 2023

March 8, 2024 by Leave a Comment

Trinity Irish Dance Company’s brand new production ‘JIG’, and the world premiere of ‘Taking the Mick’ revolutionizes the possibilities for Irish dance and brings this pioneering company to new heights. Fresh off a month-long tour of Japan, Trinity Irish Dance Company (TIDC) is bringing its renowned legacy and awe-inspiring precision to theaters across the country.  Called … [Read more...] about Trinity Irish Dance Company

Ireland House at South by Southwest

March 7, 2024 by Leave a Comment

Ireland House at SXSW celebrates the best of Irish creativity and innovation this St. Patrick’s Day As we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day all over the world, Ireland is unveiling its first-ever, specially curated ‘Ireland House at South By,’ showcasing the best of Irish creativity in the fields of science, innovation, technology, culture, and the arts.South by Southwest (SXSW), … [Read more...] about Ireland House at South by Southwest

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