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Róisín Chapman IA Newsletter January 1, 2022

“Gift of Wisdom” from Waterford Crystal for Ball Drop

Róisín Chapman
IA Newsletter January 1, 2022

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 The “Gift of Wisdom” was the message last night, as the ball dropped in Times Square, and we said goodbye to 2021. Waterford Crystal, who have designed the famous ball since the turn of the millennium, has been carrying out a “Greatest Gifts” series since 2014. Each ball has represented a different gift, with last year’s celebrating the “Gift of Happiness”. Every year, … [Read more...] about “Gift of Wisdom” from Waterford Crystal for Ball Drop

In Our Own Image: Photography in Ireland 1839 to the Present

IA Newsletter January 1, 2022

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The first comprehensive historical and critical survey of photography in Ireland. Curated by Gallery of Photography Ireland and the Office of Public Works, Dublin Castle, this launch exhibition charts how the medium has both reflected and shaped Irish cultural identity, from the work of the earliest photographic pioneers up to the emergence of a recognisably modern … [Read more...] about In Our Own Image: Photography in Ireland 1839 to the Present

CIE Tours 90th Anniversary 2-for-1 Sale

IA Staff
IA Newsletter January 1, 2022

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Looking forward to traveling and seeing Ireland in 2022? CIE Tours is celebrating their 90th anniversary and to celebrate they are offering travelers a 2-for-1 sale to travel on any date in 2022. CIE Tours has reached a milestone that few companies in the travel industry have achieved – 90 years of delivering unparalleled vacation experiences to Ireland, Britain and … [Read more...] about CIE Tours 90th Anniversary 2-for-1 Sale

CIE TOURS’ 90TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION CONTINUES

IA Newsletter February 5, 2022

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2-for-1 travel offer extended througn February 28, 2022 CIE TOURS’ 90TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION CONTINUES IN FEBRUARY WITH $90 DEPOSITS, 10% OFF SELECT TOURS, PRIZE GIVEAWAYS AND MORE CIE Tours, the industry leader in guided vacations to Ireland and Britain, continues its yearlong celebration of ninety years of delivering exceptional vacation experiences with the … [Read more...] about CIE TOURS’ 90TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION CONTINUES

The Back Story to Mel Torme’s Classic Christmas Song

Bill O'Boyle
Winter 2022

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This story is about Rita and Mel and a Christmas song — no, make that "The Christmas Song." "Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, Jack Frost nipping at your nose." Rita O’Donnell was just 15 years old and a sophomore at Coughlin High School in 1940 when she got a call from her older sister, Aileen, who was dancing as a member of the Rockettes at Radio City Music … [Read more...] about The Back Story to Mel Torme’s Classic Christmas Song