Posts Tagged ‘Irish language learners’
Colloquium Series: Éire – Athbheochan/Revival 1893-2018
The bilingual traveling exhibition “Éire: Athbheochan/Revival 1893-2018,” was loaned to us by the Consulate General of Ireland in Chicago. The Eoin McKiernan Library is proud to be host of this remarkable display. In this series this bilingual exhibition will be presented by Connemara native Lavinia Finnerty.
More >Ceolchoirm do Mholli – A Concert for Molli
Join us for a unique Irish language concert featuring an array of artists from Conamara in the West of Ireland!
More >Ireland Performs
Nearly 120 online performances of Irish artists. The range of performers is phenomenal, featuring established favorites and up and coming talent! Presented by Culture Ireland.
More >Hannah Flowers
Join traditional harpist and singer Hannah Flowers for an evening of lovely songs and lively tunes straight from her living room to yours!
More >Colloquium – O’Shaughnessy Poetry Prize Winner Ailbhe Ní Ghearbhuigh
O’Shaughnessy Poetry Prize 2020 Winner, Ailbhe Ní Ghearbhuigh, in a conversation with Lavinia Finnerty. The discussion will be, at least partly, in Irish.
More >Irish Storytime
Join Alisa Mee and Lavinia Finnerty for a bilingual storytime in Irish and English for children aged birth to five and their families.
More >Irish Language Blessings and Curses
There are no limits to the language mastery in this literary jewel, with expressions that are sought after, and curious phrases that can delight or upset an acquaintance. Join Lavinia Finnerty as she shares some of these gems, and stories from her own upbringing.
More >Leacht le Brian Ó Conchubair / Lecture with Brian Ó Conchubair
This will be a fascinating look at Douglas Hyde’s travels in America in 1905/1906 during which he raised funds and awareness for the revival of the Irish language.
More >Irish Language Exhibition
A beautiful exhibition created by the government of Ireland to represent the history and vigor of the Irish language. Free to the public.
More >O Riada Party & No Pressure Potluck
We will listen to the flagship competition of the Oireachtas, Corn Uí Riada. This competition crowns the champion of the old style sean nós singing with participants from around the globe.
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