Hello,

The Plain Dealer’s Mosaic Ireland, in association with the International Community Council and cleveland.com has launched a new blog about Ireland - news, history, blurb, events, issues and discussion. Written by Ohio Irish American News Co-Founder and Associate Publisher, and Cleveland Irish Cultural Festival Assistant Director John O’Brien, Jr., the blog welcomes you, your input and open and respectful discussion. I hope you will visit often and contribute whenever you have something to say.

You can find the blog at:  http://blog.cleveland.com/ireland/

Hope you will join the discussion,

John

“If life is a relay, not a race

Doesn’t that somehow help to explain

Why progress is so often viewed as a loss?”

-         from “Credo” by Pat Boren

In a time of unprecedented peace and unprecedented prosperity in Ireland, we are still loathe to live outside the walls, the protection, of our troubled past.  To loose the strings that have held our identity for so long is difficult, and in many cases, against all we have  been taught.  The land of saints and scholars, poets and sad songs; things that are as part of our blood as oxygen, are tough barnacles to break off.  Maybe it is time to not hold those strings so tightly, to let a little slack free, to see what it catches.  At the very least, to not hold the sins of the father against the son, grandson and on.  We could do this, in order to come to grips and full realization of the Celtic Tiger.  Perhaps, it is the only way that we can, before it has burned on by, and taken the soul of the country with it.

Of North and South, borders blur and traditions are often lost in the mist. The boom has peaked.  Seeking, finding and capturing that balance between prosperity and our soul, just as our ancestors struggled to find the balance between survival and holding onto their Irishness. In either case, our Irishness, our soul, is still the battle, whether our opponent be The Stranger, or the stranger known as prosperity.

Preserve what we must, but no one wants to, nor should be, judged by their religion, the street they live on, or their name; to be bunkered in.  Let it be their character that judges and God the judger.  The peace walls must come down.  Not all at once, not without forethought, but the walls must come down.

Out & About Ohio – August

Columbus - Shamrock Club Annual Corn Roast

All you can eat corn (roasted on the grill or steamed), brats, hamburgers and the fixins’ for only $10 person. Family Price of $30 per family (kids under 18).

Friday, August 15^th, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm is Food Service

8:00 pm- ? Music provided by Death by Banjo, Sponsored by the Shamrock Club of Columbus, 60 West Castle Road, just off South High Street.  Playground, horseshoes, corn hole and plenty of fun. www.shamrockclub.com 614-491-4449

Cleveland -The Harp (West 44^th & Detroit, Cleveland) Music Sched:

1- Walking Cane

2- Pitch the Peat

6- Lonesome Stars

8- Porter Sharks

9- Chris Allen

13- $100.00 Trio

15- Kristine Jackson

16- Pitch the Peat

20- Lonesome Stars

22- Jack Fords

23- Chris Allen

27-$100.00 Trio

29- TBA

30-TBA

Cincinnati – 16^th Annual Cincinnati Celtic Festival, Sept 12-13

Yeatman’s Cove on Cincinnati’s Riverfront.  Held along the Ohio River, the fest is a celebration of Ireland, Scotland, Brittany and Wales.  Highlights include:  Celtic Spring, Enter The Haggis, Seven Nations, Town Pants, Roger Drawdy & the Firestarters, Homeland, Fannigan’s Isle, Dulahan, The Kreellers, Liam’s Fancy, The Kells, Bruno’s Boys, Ceol Mhor, Mossy Moran, Vinegar Hill, Barnacles, Pub Uglies, Silver Arm, Clark and Jones Trio, Murphy’s Law, The Roving Rogues, Dark Moll, The Flock, Dave Hawkins and Celtic Core, Ceol Mhor, The Friendly Sons of St. Patrick Glee Club, The Cincinnati Caledonian Pipes and Drums, Tri Werin, White Orchid, Alair, and others.   Dance troupes include: The McGing Irish Dancers, The Erickson Academy of Irish Dance, and The Celtic Rhythm Dancers.  The Irish American Theatre Company will present a collection of favorite scenes and stories.  There will be many artisans and vendors of authentic Irish, Scottish and Welsh and American hand crafted goods and the Riley School of Irish Music and performing musicians will offer workshops on your favorite instruments.  For more information, call 513-479-4816 or visit the website at www.CincinnatiCelticFestival.com.

Lakewood – Sullivan’s Celebrates New Patio, and 16 Foot Fireplace

Sullivan’s Irish Pub, known for great food and great atmosphere, has opened their new patio - with a 16 foot high wood burning fireplace!  The place to be!

23^rd – New Barleycorn

Coming in September - 1^st Annual Lamb Roast.

Cleveland - West Park Station Music Sched:
1^st - Charlie in the Box
2^nd - Echo Forte
7^th  - Jim and Eroc 6-9 Happy Hour
8^th - Friday Kid Cleveland HH 6-9
9^th - Faction  10pm   (also WPS 1st annual Luau)

14^th - Faction and CC Deville
15^th - Tricky Dick and the Cover Ups
16^th - Punch the Clown 10pm
21^st - Scott Celani
22^nd - Superband
23^rd - George Hartwig / Turn and Cough 10pm

29^th - Jim Tigue and Quinn

30^th - Drunk Betty

Olmsted Twp – West Side Irish American Club
West Side Irish American Club 8559 Jennings Rd. 44138 www.wsia-club.org. FREE Concerts in The Pub, every Friday from 8:00 to 11:00

3^rd – Fabulous Steak Roast.  Doors open at 2, Dinner at 3.  Bald Paul’s Irish Blues Band from 3 to 6. (N.Y. Strip, Colcannon, Corn, Shrooms, Baker, Salad, Fruit Salad, Rolls, plus Hot Dogs for the kids). Contact: Helen Malloy 216.251.4075.

Youngstown Gathering of the Irish Clans Festival August 9^th & 10^th

Held at St. Maron’s picnic grounds, Meridian Road, in Youngstown.   Entertainment will feature Ceann, and Homeland Friday and on Sunday, County Mayo Band, Ceann, Cahal Dunne, Homeland and the Burke Irish Step Dancers. On Sunday the Omagh Community Youth Choir will perform and the wee folk (children) enjoy activities in the Land of the Leprechauns. www.irishodyoungstown.com or 330-726-3351.

Cleveland - 8^th Annual Alex & Alyssa Baker Memorial Scholarship Fund Golf Outing

The 8^th Annual Rooster Open Charity Golf Classic is August 9^th, is in memory of Alex and Alyssa Baker, the children of Paul Baker, renowned fiddle player and frontman of the nationally acclaimed Brigid’s Cross.  Alex and Alyssa passed away in August of 2000 in a car accident.  Contact Richie Reece at roosterscramble@gmail.com or 216-789-7556.

AOH/LAOH Raffle for Notre Dame Football tickets

The Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH) and the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians (LAOH) are sponsoring a ticket raffle to benefit the Ohio National Convention Fund.  A Grande Prize indeed - four concurrent seats for the September 6 Notre Dame v. San Diego State football game, at ND. In addition to the tickets, the winner will also receive a $250 cash prize.  Tickets are $10 each.  Contact your local AOH or LAOH or Joseph Casey at 330-225-0932

Barleycorn Gigs & News – www.thenewbarleycorn.com

September 16^th – 25^th Annual Irish Tour

Medina – Sully’s Music Sched:

2^nd -    Jim Gill
8^th -     Donal O’Shaughnessy
9^th -     The Other Brothers
15^th -   The New Barleycorn
16^th -   Mossy Moran
22^nd  -  The Kreelers
23^rd  -   That Irish Band
30^th  -   The Other Brothers

Centerville – Book of Kells Presentations

In its continuation of programs related to the Book of Kells, the Centerville Library, 111 W. Spring Valley Road in Centerville, Ohio, offers a series of medieval programs this summer. No registration is necessary and most events are appropriate for all ages.                                               See www.wclibrary.info/kells/2008programs.asp for more information.

Fairview Park - Stamper’s Grill Pub Sched (West 217^th & Lorain)

24^th – The New Barleycorn     

Mt. Vernon – Rathkeltair Celtic Rock’s Mt. Vernon

Friday August 22, 2008 Rathkeltair (www.rathkeltair.com 7:30pm Memorial Theater, 112 East High St., Mount Vernon, OH 43050

Youngstown - Valley to Host 2009 International Ulster Project Conference

The Mahoning Valley Ulster Project has been chosen to host the 2009 International Ulster Project Conference.  The four day event, in October, 2009, will include US and Irish chapter members.  Contact: Char McKenna 330.533.1876

Cleveland – PJ McIntyre’s Music and Events Sched:

1^st - Joe and Jay
2^nd - TBA
6^th - First Pub Quiz with host mike d. Come in for a great night’s craic. Cash prizes!!!!!

8^th - Carlos Jones
9^th - Magpies (aka the Whiskeyhounds)
15^th – Mossy Moran

16^th – Cosmic Candy

22^nd – Chris Allen

23^rd – The Kreellers (formerly Bruno’s Boys)

29^th – Zoo Station (U2 cover band)
30^th - The Reality Band
* Gaelic Football and Hurling Games,  Check website for updates on dance school.
* New Menu with more veggie options!!!!!
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Pittsburgh – Pittsburgh Irish Festival September 5 - 7

Gaelic Storm, Pogey, Glengarry Bhoys, Beoga, Screaming Orphans, Gadelle, Cahal Dunne, Dennis Doyle, Michael Murphy and the Shannon River Band, Matthew Craig and The Kerry Tipper Band, Red Hand Paddy, Hooley, Mike Gallagher, Burke Conroy Irish Dancers, Pittsburgh Ceili Club, Pittsburgh Irish Reelers, Bell School of Irish Dance, Shovlin Academy of Irish Dance, Corned Beef and Curry, Terry Griffith, Ballet Academy of Pittsburgh, Mark Guiser, Alan Irvine, Patrick Regan and many more.  www.pghirishfest.org

Dayton - Ancient Order of Hibernians

JFK Division 1 / Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians, Mary of the Gael, Division 1 & Member Organizations

 1^st  - The McGovern Ceili Dancers present “First Friday Ceili Parties”.  7:00 to 8:30 p.m..  Contact Shelagh McGovern 937-830-0655 / Shelaghmc@juno.com

9th - An Irish Music Hall Session 8:00 to 11 p.m. at the AOH Hall.  Contact Kevin Graham 937-864-2641

15^th  - AOH Social Hour, 8:00 p.m., AOH Hall

23^rd  - AOH/LAOH Garage Sale at the AOH Hall, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00  p.m.  Contact Theresa O’Connell 937-258-0133 or Pat Smith  937-382-1212

          *The AOH, JFK Division 1 meets every month.  All men who are interested contact Mike McCutcheon, President, AOH, JFK Division 1 at 937-236-0756 myshenanigans@woh.rr.com  *The LAOH, Mary of the Gael, Division 1, meets the second Tuesday of every month.  All women who are interested are encouraged to contact Theresa O’Connell, President, LAOH, Mary of the Gael at 937-285-0133 tocconnelll@mvh.org. The AOH Hall is located at 4156 Dayton-Xenia Road in Dayton

Willoughby – Mullarkey’s Music Sched:
6^th – Kevin McCarthy

13^{th –} Porter Sharks

20^th – Dan McCoy

27^th – Pitch the Peat

Brigid’s Cross Sched: www.brigidscross.com

2^nd & 3^rd  - Dublin Irish Festival

10^th - Lakewood Summer Concert Series

13^th - Howe Meadow Summer Concert Series

15^th & 16^th - The Beer Barrel Saloon / Put-in-Bay

22^nd & 23^rd  - Erin Feis,Peoria, IL

27^th  - Casey’s Bar, Lakewood

Lucas County - River Cruise
Annual Lucas County Hibernian River Cruise, which will be held on Thursday, August 7, Cost is $20.00 per person.  Contact Sherri McNeill at sherrimcneill@hotmail.com

Lakeside - Celtic Tenors to Perform in Lakeside

Thursday, August 14^th Lakeside is located between Cleveland and Toledo on Lake Erie’s south shore  www.lakesideohio.com or call 1-866-9LAKESIDE

Columbus – Byrne’s Pub Music Sched

8^th - Bluegrass Happy Hour Gipson & Fitz

15^th - Bluegrass Happy Hour, Big Red & The Wagoneers

16^th -  Saturday Night – Celtic, Yankee Celtic Consort

22^nd - Bluegrass Happy Hour, Megan Murphy & Yankee Bluegrass

23^rd - Rathkeltair

Rocky River – Stamper’s Grill Pub Music Sched:

21^st – New Barleycorn

August 29-31 - Kansas City Irish Fest

One of the world’s largest Irish Festivals will light the streets of downtown Kansas City Labor Day Weekend.  The Elders, Gaelic Storm, Slide, Damien Dempsey, Barra MacNeils, Enter The Haggis, Derek Warfield and The Young Wolfetones, Millish, Beoga, Eddie Delahunt, Bad Haggis, Jim Cosgrove, The Kelihans, Flannigan’s Right Hook, Wild Clover Band, Kelly, O’Riada Dancers and more.  www.kcirishfest.com

The North American Festival of Wales!  

August 28 – 31, The Doubletree Hotel Chicago.  The North American Festival of Wales is a celebration of Welsh and Welsh American culture will feature the very best in Welsh entertainment and arts, including Fflur Dafydd, the award-winning tenor Aled Wyn Davies and the outstanding CF1 Choir from Cardiff.  www.wngga.org or (810) 632-7850

Ongoing Traditional Irish Sessions - Bring your instruments and play along!
            Great Lakes Brewing Co - First Monday of Every month in the Beer Cellar, 6-9 PM.  (tends to be intermediate to advanced players)

Mavis Winkles  -Independence Only on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month (6:30pm-9:00pm)

Cleveland WSIA Club, Jennings Rd, Olmsted Twp - 1st Saturdays of the Month in Pub BEGINNERS AND KIDS WELCOME!  Usually 2-5pm, call to verify time. (440) 235-5868  website: www.wsia-club.org

Old Angle Tavern, W25th Street in Cleveland - Thursday nights at 8PM

Bardic Circle at The Shamrock Club of Columbus  Beginner-friendly, intermediate-level Irish session meeting every other Thursdays from 8:00 pm -11:00 pm 2008 session dates: Aug 14, Aug 28, Sep 11, Sep 25, Oct 9, Oct 23, Nov 6, Nov 20, Dec 4, Dec 18.

10 stages featuring:

Pipe Bands
Dance Schools
Workshops on instruments and dancing and more
Children’s Area
Expanded Food Court
Over 200 Exhibits in the Celtic Heritage Hall

See it all at www.clevelandirish.org

1:00pm    St. Pat’s Ladies vs. Detroit St. Anne’s

2:30pm    St. Pat’s Men vs. Detroit Wolfetone’s

1:00 pm    St. Pat’s Men vs. Pittsburgh Celtics

2:30 pm    St. Pat’s Ladies vs. Pittsburgh Banshees

4:00 pm    St. Jarlath’s vs. Detroit Wolfetones

*Possible youth demonstrations between games and at halftimes!

The Ohio Irish American News is looking for a Cartoonist and a Humorist to write for our monthly paper.  History, culture, Irish life, travel - anything related to the Irish experience.

Email letter of interest and samples of your work to John O’Brien at jobrien@irishamericannews.com.

Please pass this on to your lists, or anyone you know who may be interested.

Thanks!

Ohio Irish American News

Out & About Ohio – June

Ohio  Irish American News and P.J. McIntyre’s offer Gaelic Language Lessons:

Wanted: Those who want to learn the Gaelic Language

Tuesdays 6:00 to 7:30, thru June 24th

PJ McIntyre’s Irish Pub * 17719 Lorain Avenue * Cleveland 44111 (Kamm’s Corners)

“No Experience Needed” “Any Irish Need Apply”

For More Information, call the Ohio Irish American News @ (330) 321-6174

4 Weeks for $15 / Any 1 class $5 (includes Instructor, Hand Outs & PJ McIntyre’s Menu Discount for Attendees)

Cuyahoga Valley National Park Summer 2008 Schedule of Events

Tuesday, June 3 & Wednesday, June 4 - Apollo’s Fire: Scotch Snap!

Charismatic violinist and Cape Breton fiddler David Greenberg joins Apollo’s Fire as guest director for two nights of virtuoso Scottish fiddle music. Be swept from the elegance of 18th-century Scottish salons to the driving folk rhythms of Nova Scotia. Admission: $30 and $20. Happy Days Lodge. Doors open 7 p.m., performance begins 7:30 p.m. For reservations call (216) 320-0012 or (800) 314-2535

Wednesday, June 11 - Music in the Meadow - Lost State of Franklin

Grab a blanket and a picnic dinner, and bring your family to hear FREE music in the park! The celebration begins with lawn games and activities for families and friends. Bring a Frisbee or a kite! Presented by CVNP and CVNPA with promotional support by 89.7 WKSU. Alcohol is prohibited. Activities begin at 5:30 p.m. Concerts begin at 6:30 p.m. Howe Meadow. Rain location is Happy Days Lodge

Call (216) 524-1497 or (800) 445-9667 www.nps.gov/cuva or www.dayinthevalley.com

Cleveland Bang and Clatter Theatre Sometimes in the Silence New Play

Back By Popular Demand…The Bang and The Clatter Theatre Company announces the re-mounting of the Ohio premier of Blackbird, by Adam Rapp. Originally staged at The Bang and The Clatter Theatre Company in March of 2006, shortly after the theatre’s birth, Blackbird quickly became an audience favorite. Blackbird, directed by Sean McConaha, features Sean Derry and Alanna Romansky.  Performances run from May 24th through June 14^th - Mondays at 8pm, Wednesdays through Saturdays at 8pm, and Sundays at 3pm at The Bang and The Clatter – Sometimes In The Silence…Theatre Company at 224 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44114.
All Tickets are $15.  All students and seniors have the option to ‘Pay As You Can’ for each show. For ticket reservations, call the box office at 330.606.5317. Make your reservations now for this powerful play that will stay with you long after you’ve left your seats.

Washington-Centerville - Library Celebrates Book of Kells

Centerville Library, 111 W. Spring Valley Road in Centerville, Ohio, will offer a variety of special events in June related to the Book of Kells.  No registration is necessary and all events except as noted are appropriate for all ages.

For more information on Washington-Centerville Library, or Book of Kells events, contact the library  (937) 433-8091 www.wclibrary.info/kells/2008programs.asp.

Willoughby – Mullarkey’s Irish Pub Music Sched:

June 7^th – Kevin McCarthy

June 14^th – Porter Sharks

June 21^st – Dan McCoy

June 28^th – TBA

Mullarkeys – 4110 Erie Street, Willoughby, OH 44094 440-478-8078

Orwell – Bobby Sands Memorial Mass

A Memorial Mass will be offered for MP, Hunger Striker and Irish Republican Army leader Bobby Sands at 10 a.m. on July 6th at St. Mary’s in Orwell, Ohio

The Harp’s (West 44^th & Detroit, Cleveland) June Music Schedule:

Cleveland  - St. Pat’s Youth and Adult Gaelic Football Gearing up for 2008 – Wanna Play?

St Pat’s Gaelic Football Club, Cleveland announces the formation of St Pat’s Youth GFC. The new Youth program will cater for boys and girls aged 7 to 18 years old and will teach them the basics of the game along with some of the history of Ireland’s national sport.  Practice for the Youth Program will be held twice per month at the West Side Irish American Club, Olmsted Township.  For more information please email stpatsyouthgfc@yahoo.com or call Conor Hart 216-401-0619.

Over 18 and want to play Gaelic Football? St Pat’s GFC are also recruiting for both its men’s and ladies team for the upcoming 2008 season. Both teams play in the Midwest GAA Division and play against teams from Detroit, Pittsburgh, Buffalo and Rochester.  For more info please email stpatsgfc@yahoo.com or call Mark Owens 440-263-4559, or see www.stpatsgfc.org for information on the sport and our club.

Medina - New AOH and LAOH Division Forming

Attention, men and women of Irish descent!  The Ancient Order of Hibernians has expanded into Medina County, Ohio.  If you live in this area, are interested in your Irish culture and history, and if being Irish means more than just celebrating on St. Patrick’s Day, the AOH or LAOH might be for you.  For more information, please contact Joe Casey at 330-225-0932 or on-line at qualityjoecasey@yahoo.com.

Cleveland – Brendan Sheehan Wins Primary Celebration

Please join the Ohio Irish American News as we Celebrate Brendan Sheehan’s smashing success in the Primary Election.  Thursday, June 19^th, 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm @ McCarthy’s Pub, 1231 Main Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44113.  (216) 344-9099.  Suggested Contribution $40.00 per person.  www.brendansheehan.com

Lucas County AOH

INSERT PICTURE – pic desc: The Lucas County Hibernians attend the Spring Football game at Notre Dame, April 19, 2008

PJ McIntyre’s June Sched and LIVE GAA GAMES!

june 6^th -  johnny cash tribute band ( train of love)

june 13^th - carlos jones ( reggae band)

june 14^th - zoo station  ( u2 cover band)                                    GAA LOGO HERE

june 20^th - oasis

june 21^st - cosmic candy

june 27^th - punch the clown

june 28^th - joe and jay

All live GAA games will be shown at no charge on our

150” HDTV projection screen TV  every weekend through September.

Outdoor patio is now OPEN!

Akron – Celtic Guards Hurling Club June Match

June 7th  - vs. Pittsburgh at the Stark County Fairgrounds , Canton, Ohio @ 3:30.

Interested in joining the club?  Practices are Sunday 1pm at Erie Island School Field

1532 Peckham St, Akron.  For information call 330-687-6750.  INSERT LOGO

Toledo – Irish Night at The Mudhens

Thursday, June 12^th – Talk about FUN – One whole section of IRISH people!

WATCH THE HEINZMAN DANCERS BEFORE THE GAME

For Tickets: Send Name, Address, and # of tickets @ $8 ea.  Check made out to “Hibernians”.  Come Early, Game @ 7:00 / Dancers @ 6:15.  MAIL TO:  Maury Collins * 1955 Brame Place * Toledo, Ohio 43613 * or contact Tolaoh@aol.com

Columbus - Shamrock Club Events

Sunday- 1st General Meeting 2pm

Saturday- 14th Flag Day

Sunday- 22nd Shamrock Club Family Picnic

July 11th and 12^th – 21^st Annual Shamrock Club Music and Arts Festival

July 28 - Irish Golf Classic - Shotgun start at 12:00 noon, $75/player on the Foxfire Course and $85/player on the Player’s Club course. Includes cart, greens fees, quality polo shirt, lunch and dinner, many prizes including a chance at a Saturn convertible Sky for a hole in one. Also includes steak dinner at the Shamrock Club with live Irish entertainment.   This even sold out last year so sign up quick. Email shamrockclub1936@yahoo.com or call Brigid at 491-4449. The website, www.shamrockclub.com has all the information and registration form.

Cleveland - Mayo Society of Greater Cleveland Annual Meeting and Afternoon Tea

Sunday, June 8^th, 2:00 Annual Meeting, 2:30 Tea, Special Guest Steve Mulloy.  Hosted by Packy Highland, Hyland Software Corporate Offices, 28500 Clemens Road, Westlake, Ohio 44145.  RSVP 216-251-4883

Olmsted Twp – West Side Irish American Club
West Side Irish American Club 8559 Jennings Rd. 44138 www.wsia-club.org

FREE Concerts in The Pub, every Friday from 8:00 to 11:00

Lake County – Irish Heritage Night with the Lake County Captains

            Irish music, dance, food and fun with a little baseball thrown in!  Friday, June 13^th at 7:05 at Classic Park.  Contact Helen Malloy 216-251-4075 / Andrew Grover 440-975-8085 or agrover@captainsbaseball,com

Fairview Park - Stamper’s Grill Pub May Music Sched (West 217^th & Lorain)

6/6 - 400 Pieces

6/7 - Oasis

6/13 - Zippy’s Brother

6/14 - Rock Shop

6/19 - The New Barleycorn

6/20 - Colin Dussault Blues Project

6/21 - Uforia

6/27 - Time Warp

6/28 - Zoo Station

Brigid’s Cross June Sched: www.brigidscross.com

June 11^th – Casey’s Irish Pub, Lakewood

June 13^th to 15^th – Riverfront Irish Fest, Cuyahoga Falls

Highlands of Ohio Events:

Thursday June 5 - Craig and Kara Markley with Sid Omasta (Celtic, World music) www.loneraven.com  7:30pm Pumpkin Hollow, 24 Bell St., Bellville, OH 44813   Tickets $10. Purchase tickets from Pumpkin Hollow 419-886-6093 or Highlands of Ohio 419-522-5058  Presented by Highlands of Ohio www.highlandsofohio.com

Wednesday June 25 - Susan Werner (The Gospel Truth tour) www.susanwerner.com 7:30pm All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, OH 44813

Tickets $15 Purchase tickets from Highlands of Ohio 419-522-5058  www.highlandsofohio.com

Barleycorn June Gigs & News – www.thenewbarleycorn.com

Friday, 6^th          Sullivan’s, Lakewood

Saturday 7^th        Private Party

Sunday 8^th          Public House

June 13 – 15       Cuyahoga Falls Irish Festival

Thursday 19^th     Stamper’s, Fairview Park

Friday 20^th         John Carroll University

Saturday 21^st      Flannery’s, Cleveland

Friday  27^th        Sully’s Irish Pub, Medina, Oh

Sunday 29^th        Private Party                

July 27 - The Little Mountain Festival, Painesville 

September 16^th – 25^th Annual Irish Tour

Akron – Irish Language and Music Lessons Offered

Mark Heffernan division sponsors lessons each Wednesday evening at 7pm, at 2000 Brown St, Akron. These are free of charge and are held before the Ceili band practice. Also are free lessons on tin whistle, fiddle, bodhran and flute. Call the AOH Hall at 330-724-2083 for directions.

Akron Radio Show Hibernian Connection Moving to Sundays

The “Hibernian Connection” radio program will be moving to Sunday from NOON to 1:00 p.m. on 91.3 FM The Summit, starting July 6^th.

Dayton AOH Events

Ancient Order of Hibernians, JFK Division #1 / Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians, Mary of the Gael, Division #1 & Member Organizations June Events:

14th - The McGovern Ceili Dancers will present the 4th Annual Wine and Beer Tasting event at the McGovern Ceili Dancers Studio, 818 Linden Avenue in Dayton. 6:00 to 11:00 p.m.   For details contact Shelagh McGovern 937-830-0655 or shelaghmc@juno.com
14th - An Irish Music Session will be held 8:00 to 11:00 p.m. at the AOH Hall.     For more information contact Kevin Graham at 937-864-2641.  Co-sponsored by the Ancient Order of Hibernians.
* The AOH, JFK Division # 1 meets every month.  All men who are interested are encouraged to contact Mike McCutcheon, President, AOH, JFK Division # 1 at 937-236-0756, or at myshenanigans@woh.rr.com   

             * The LAOH, Mary of the Gael, Division #1 meets the second Tuesday of every month.  All women who are interested in finding out more about this Division are encouraged to contact Theresa O’Connell, President, LAOH Mary of the Gael at toconnell11@mvh.org
         The AOH Hall is located at 4127 Dayton-Xenia Road Dayton, Ohio

Cleveland – West Park Station June Music Sched:

5^th  Jim Tigue and Eroc Happy Hour
6^th  Joe and Jay HH   Drunk Betty 10pm
7^th  Porcelain Bus Drivers 10pm
12^th  The Games Band HH
13^th  Chris Kanuch outside HH  Out from under 10pm
14^th  Zippys Brother 10pm
16^th  Father’s Day Barbeque (Call bar for details)
19^th  Scott Celani HH
20^th  Etiquette HH
21^st  Punch the Clown

22^nd  Tom Petty Bus Tour (Call bar for details)
26^th  Jackson Rohm HH
27^th  Jim and Francis HH  Jug Jack 10pm
28^th  Faction 10 pm

Ohio Ongoing Traditional Irish Sessions - Bring your instruments and play along!

Great Lakes Brewing Co - First Monday of Every month in the Beer Cellar, 6-9 PM.  (tends to be intermediate to advanced players)

Mavis Winkles  -Independence Only on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month (6:30pm-9:00pm)

Cleveland WSIA Club, Jennings Rd, Olmsted Twp - 1st Saturdays of the Month in Pub BEGINNERS AND KIDS WELCOME!  Usually 2-5pm, call to verify time. (440) 235-5868  website: www.wsia-club.org

Old Angle Tavern, W25th Street in Cleveland - Thursday nights at 8PM

Bardic Circle at The Shamrock Club of Columbus  Beginner-friendly, intermediate-level Irish session meeting every other Thursdays from 8:00 pm -11:00 pm 2008 session dates: Mar 27, Apr 10, Apr 24, May 8, May 22, Jun 5, Jun 19, Jul 3(?), Jul 17, Jul 31, Aug 14, Aug 28, Sep 11, Sep 25, Oct 9, Oct 23, Nov 6, Nov 20, Dec 4 , Dec 18.

Celtic Spring Announces New Dates:
June 26^th - at Historic Fort Steuben in Steubenville
July 3^rd - at  Ashland city concert

You could have heard a pin drop.