Ireland

Telling Passages: The Irish Storyteller Tradition
Wednesday, April 2, 2008 7:00 PM
Fairfield University faculty member Marion White discusses the Irish oral
tradition that dates back to ancient times and is reflected in modern times in
the short stories of Seamus O’Grianna.
Community Room
Adults

Movie, Michael Collins
Tuesday, April 8, 2008 7 PM
Liam Neeson portrays the Irish leader during the turbulent times on the Emerald
Isle.
Community Room
Adults

The Irish Balladeer with Richard Stillman
Tuesday, April 15, 2008 2:00 PM
Bag piping, Irish step dancing, traditional tales, and lively jigs and reels
played on the banjo and mandolin, all come together to create this exciting
program. In the tradition of ancient Irish Shannachies, Mr. Stillman explores
all aspects of Irish culture – music, theatre, and dance. The program ends with
a rousing Irish step dance and a march with the bagpipes.
Community Room
All ages

Tara’s Thistle: A Program of Traditional Irish Music
Wednesday, April 16, 2008 7:00 PM
A good time is had by all as duo Bruce and Sandy Hedman play Irish songs, jigs,
And reels on traditional Irish instruments, including the bagpipes.
Community Room
All ages

Irish Food
Wednesday, April 23, 2008 7:00 PM
Join us as Hanifan’s Irish Pub provides a taste of Ireland for all to enjoy.
Community Room
All ages

Movie, The Quiet Man
Thursday, April 24, 2008 7:00 PM
John Wayne and Maureen O’Hara star in the story of an Irish-American boxer
and his return to his home.
Community Room
All ages

Paintings of Ireland
April 2008
A display of paintings by Nancy Pinney, a painter known for American and Irish
Landscapes.
All ages