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March 16, Teacher Maire Concannon, with Aidan Hume,Tom Beatty and Paul Moran who visited Irish language class at Catholic Memorial . Aidan Hume spoke to students of his late father, Nobel Peace Laureate, John Hume.

March 16, Teacher Maire Concannon, with Aidan Hume,Tom Beatty and Paul Moran who visited Irish language class at Catholic Memorial . Aidan Hume spoke to students of his late father, Nobel Peace Laureate, John Hume.

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The Eire Society is one of Boston's oldest Irish organizations. We promote knowledge of Irish culture through the encouragement of study in the arts, sciences, literature, language and history of Ireland; the contributions to civilization made by the Irish and those of Irish ancestry; networking between all Irish and Americans; and raising awareness of the actions made by the Irish for the advancement of American ideals. The Eire Society is a non-political and non-sectarian organization, which throughout its history has welcomed people who share its concerns, regardless of their race, religion or ethnicity. We are are a diverse mix of individuals of all ages and backgrounds, both American and Irish-born.

Past Events

Padraig O'Malley Padraig O'Malley, in person: Perils and Prospects of a United Ireland

October 29th, 2023 – 2 p.m. Book Launch
Scituate Public Library
85 Branch Street, Scituate

The Eire Society of Boston
A timely discussion...

From the reviews:

  • "....anyone who wants or needs to understand the possible endgame of Irish Partition has to get this well-written book......", John, Lord Alderdice, politician
  • " .....a very important book - and an urgent one." - Patrick Radden Keefe, author
  • " .....should be on the desk of all politicians and opinion makers in Ireland." - Pierre Joannon, author

Free Event Open to All

 

 

Remembering Seamus Heaney
The Poet and His Legacy

November 1, 2023
6:00 to 8:30 pm.
Boston Harbor Hotel
70 Rowes Wharf (Atlantic Avenue)
Boston, MA 02110

Recollections of Seamus Heaney, and his poems.
Dramatic recitations by the Here Comes Everybody Players
Hors d'oeuvres, Wine, and Beer

$50.00 per person
Reservations: charitableirishsociety.org

 

 

 

 

 

Unraveling the Past: Patrick O’Keeffe’s Curious Book

November 4, 2023
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Grand Army Hall,
353 Country Way, Scituate, MA

Please join us to view this treasure and to hear Brian Frykenberg’s intriguing findings! Light refreshments will be served.

Suggested donation: $15 per person

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The Eire Society is one of Boston's oldest Irish organizations. We promote knowledge of Irish culture through the encouragement of study in the arts, sciences, literature, language and history of Ireland; the contributions to civilization made by the Irish and those of Irish ancestry; networking between all Irish and Americans; and raising awareness of the actions made by the Irish for the advancement of American ideals. The Eire Society is a non-political and non-sectarian organization, which throughout its history has welcomed people who share its concerns, regardless of their race, religion or ethnicity. We are are a diverse mix of individuals of all ages and backgrounds, both American and Irish-born.

The Eire Society of Boston

William J Smith, Acting President
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