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The Plough and the Stars

Irish Network Boston, the Consulate General of Ireland and the American Repertory Theater invite you to the Abbey Theater’s brilliant production of the Plough and the Stars on September 30.
The event begins with a lecture on the A.R.T. mainstage at 3:30 p.m. by Clair Wills, author of Dublin 1916: The Siege of the GPO.
Following the lecture, the Irish Network and Boston Irish consulate will host a reception in Harvard Square (location to be announced), prior to the evening performance of Seán O’Casey’s iconic play at 7:30 p.m.
We have secured a section of discounted seats for our members but they are only on hold for one more day.
To reserve, enter promo code “IRISH2016“. You do not want to miss this very special evening.

https://ticket.americanrepertorytheater.org/single/SYOS.aspx?p=1176

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Summer Social

Back by Popular Demand! Join us as we celebrate Summer at Tia’s Boston on the Waterfront. Mix, Mingle and enjoy the craic, as well as the complimentary hors d’ouvres! See you there.

Tia’s on Long Wharf

200 Atlantic Ave,

Boston, Massachusetts 02110

July 13th
5:30pm – 7:30pm

See Facebook for more details

 

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1916 Centenary

Sunday 24th April 2016 marks the centenary of the 1916 Easter Rising.
Irish Network Boston and the Consulate General of Ireland invite you to view our special recording of the reading of the 1916 Proclamation by INB member and WGBH Radio host, Brian O’Donovan. It is part of our contribution, “…to remember the events of 1916 in the full context of our history and to honour the people whose courage and idealism inspired a nation”.

See more at the 1916 centenary page.

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Alumni of Irish Universities

Join IN Boston and the Consulate General of Ireland Boston for a spring social with Alumni of Irish Universities.
Thursday, April 7th
6:00-8:00pm
Anthem Kitchen & Bar Faneuil Marketplace, Boston, MA 
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Paddy’s Day Party 2016 Photos

 

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Irish Film Festival Boston, 2016! March 10-13

TICKETS ARE SELLING FAST FOR THE 2016 IRISH FILM FESTIVAL, BOSTON!

Irish Network Members will receive an email today with a discount code.

This year’s lineup will offer a host of contemporary Irish films, intimate receptions with visiting Irish filmmakers, cocktail parties and a few surprises!

VIEW PROGRAM & BUY TICKETS HERE

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St.Patricks Day Party 2016

The 2016 St.Patricks Day Party is here!

This event is sold out.

We are delighted to announce our Annual St. Patrick’s Day party, which is fast coming upon us! This much anticipated members only event will be held on Friday March 18th, at Fenway Park!  As always, there will be Irish music, dancing and cheer, special guests, and more! We will also host an open bar and hors d’oeuvres throughout the evening. Members are welcome to purchase one additional ticket for a guest.

If you are not a member, then sign-up before tickets sell out.

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Irish Network USA 2015 National Conference & Irish Network Boston 5th Anniversary Celebration!

From Boston to California, collectively Irish Network USA is comprised of some 4,000 members, all of whom demonstrate a tangible allegiance to Ireland and everything it represents. We are proud to host the 2015 Irish Network USA National Conference and are looking forward to welcoming you to our city.

When

November 05, 2015 at 6:30pm – November 09, 2015

 Where

Seaport Boston Hotel and World Trade Center
1 Seaport Ln
Boston, MA 02210

Since its inception in 2010, Irish Network Boston has worked tirelessly to promote the enduring link between Ireland and the United States. Buoyed by unique events, member to member networking opportunities, partnerships and information sharing with local and national sister Irish organizations, IN Boston exemplifies a sincere commitment to engaging the Irish diaspora – including Irish born, Irish Americans and friends of Ireland. Our network was one of the first chapters to be founded under our umbrella organization, Irish Network USA (IN USA), which is now 20 chapters strong and continues to grow. We are delighted to have the opportunity to host all our IN USA members and friends at the annual conference this year.

Last year’s conference took place in Austin, Texas and featured presentations on a variety of topics including a discussion led by Ambassador Anne Anderson, a presentation by Neil Sands, head of innovation at SalesForce as well as social activities which included a mini-film festival and an outing with Austin’s Celtic Cowboys, Austin’s GAA team.  To read more about last years conference as reported by Irish Central click here.

CONFERENCE INFORMATION

Thursday, November 5th, 2015
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Welcome Reception

Bostonia Public House

131 State Street

Boston, MA

www.bostoniapublichouse.com

Sponsored by Synergy Investments

 

Friday, November 6th, 2015

Conference Kick-Off SEAPORT HOTEL & SEAPORT WORLD TRADE CENTER

200 Seaport Boulevard, Boston, MA

www.seaportboston.com

8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Registration and Check-in

Breakfast

Lighthouse Ballroom

Plaza and Mezzanine Level

Welcome and Introductions

Sean Moynihan, President, IN Boston

Steve Lenox, President, INUSA

Welcome to Boston Address

The Honorable Linda Dorcena Forry

Massachusetts State Senator

Introduction of Ambassador

Fionnuala Quinlan

Consul General of Ireland Boston

Address by The Honorable Anne Anderson

Ambassador of Ireland to the United States

Panel 1 – Driving Innovation Economy Through Education

Bridget Hester Fantini, MIT, Moderator

Victoria Denoon, University of Massachusetts Lowell

Liam Kennedy, Director of the Clinton Institute, UCD via skype

Robert Mauro, Director of the Irish Institute, Boston College

Panel 2 – Innovation Economy Through Business

Mark Gallagher, Senior Market Manager, Silicon Valley Bank

Gary Hanley, SVP North America, Invest Northern Ireland

Jose Luis Martinez, President, Primark U.S. Corp.

Ryan McDermott, President,

Boston Irish Business Association (BIBA)

Larry Naughton, Partner, Choate, Hall and Stewart

Keynote Address and Q & A

Mark Redmond, Chief Executive

The American Chamber of Commerce Ireland

Networking Luncheon

Sponsored by Invest Northern Ireland

Panel 3 – The New Global Irish Diaspora

Louise Corrigan, IN Dublin

Ronnie Millar, Irish International Immigration Center

Sean Moynihan, President, IN Boston

Joe O’Brien, Irish Abroad Networking Officer Crosscare Migrant

Panel 4 – Global Irish Making an Impact

Paul Maguire, Managing Director, Archeim Solutions

Christina Noble, Noble Foundation

Killeshandra Nuns

IN Best Practice

Panel 5 – Global Irish Digital Connections

Matt Krayton, INUSA

Ashlinn Marron, IN Bay Area

Catriona Perry, RTE Digital

Tourism Ireland Presentation

Jean McCluskey, Promotions

Panel 6 – Global Irish On the Pitch

Cathal Conlon, V.P. of Marketing, New England Revolution

Catherine Conway, Assistant Coach, Women’s National Team, Ireland Lacrosse

John Cunningham, Boston GAA

Laurence McCarthy, Seton Hall, International Sports Management

Connect Ireland Presentation

Joanna Murphy, CEO

Panel 7 – INUSA Where Are We Going?

Deirdre Woodbyrne, INUSA, Executive Director, Moderator

Brian Boland, IN Atlanta

Noreen McCormack, IN Seattle

Paul Savage, Learning.ie

Valerie Wall, IN Chicago

 

Wrap Up and Conclusion

 

Friday Evening, November 6th, 2015

6:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. IN Boston 5th Anniversary Celebration!

Massachusetts State House

24 Beacon Street

Boston, MA

Saturday afternoon, November 7th, 2015

1:30 p.m. Doors Open for the 2nd INUSA Film Festival

Brattle Theatre in Harvard Square

40 Brattle Street, Cambridge, MA

www.brattlefilm.org

2:00 p.m. Welcome and Introduction

Dawn Morrissey,

Director, Irish Film Festival Boston

Stewart Matthews

First Secretary and Head of Administration,

Northern Ireland Bureau

(2:10 p.m.) INUSA Short Film 2015

Boogaloo and Graham, 2014

(2:25 p.m.) INUSA Feature Film 2015

The Guarantee, 2014

(3:45 p.m.) Skype with Director Ian Power

TBC

Abbey Theatre

Skype Session with Theater Representative (Confirm Name)

4:30 p.m. Door Closes

Saturday Evening, November 7th, 2015

5:00 p.m. Evening Meet Up!

Dooleys Pub

77 Broad St, Boston, MA

www.mrdooleys.com

Sunday, November 8th, 2015

10:00 a.m. – Noon Farewell Brunch

Atlantic Beer Garden

146 Seaport Boulevard

Boston, MA  02210

http://www.atlanticbeergarden.com/

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE CONFERENCE


HOTEL INFORMATION

 Seaport Boston Hotel

Click Here to Book Your Room at the Group Rate

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Join us this Thursday June 18th for our Website Re-launch and Networking event!

Irish Network Boston is delighted to announce our new website and member center. Our site has been completely redesigned and overhauled with the needs and interests of our members at the forefront of our efforts. The new site will serve as a comprehensive information portal and member resource center.

To celebrate, on Thursday June 18th we will be having a website re-launch event, from 5:30pm -7:30pm, at Bostonia Public House, at the corner of State Street and Broad Street in Boston.  Please join us!  For more information, please visit  https://irishnetworkboston.net/events/third-thursday-and-in-website-relaunch/

Here are some highlights of our new site:

  • New member information center providing new virtual networking system including member registration with optional information sharing including but not limited to profession, interests, option to connect directly with other IN members through the website and eventually with members of INs throughout the country;
  • Active news section which will feature articles highlighting our network, current news in the Irish and Irish American communities, guest entries on member interest, and news from our sister city INs and IN USA;
  • Active Intra-site event management- RSVP, register and pay for events in one convenient area;
  • Interactive calendar including our events and those of the Boston Irish community;
  • Social media updates;
  • Media section with images and video from past and current events;
  • Resource center providing information and links of interest to our membership including local Irish organizations, government agencies, local non-profits including support organizations;
  • Newsletter section that will include a listing of current and all archived newsletters;
  • Member inquiry, input and feedback portal;
  • Efficient and easy to use member application and renewal process.

We thank you for your ongoing support. Please enjoy your new site and give us feedback on what you like, dislike and what you would like to see in the future.

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An Evening With the Consul General of Ireland and the Consul General of the United Kingdom

The Charitable Irish Society is hosting a reception with the Consul General Susie Kitchens of the United Kingdom and Consul General Breandán Ó Caollaí of Ireland as they discuss the current commercial and political status in Northern Ireland and the potential for the growth in investment, trade and tourism on both sides of the Atlantic. Joining the consuls general will be Andrew O’Brien, Special Representative for Global Partnerships from the U.S. State Department.

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The event will be held at The Union Club on Tuesday evening, June 2nd. A cocktail reception from 6:00 pm until 7:00 will precede the formal program. The event is co-sponsored by the British Society, The Scots Charitable Society and The Charitable Irish Society. You will hear the latest news news on the current status of the Good Friday Accord and socialize with friends in our companion organizations.

This is also a great opportunity to introduce prospective members to The Charitable Irish Society.

Tickets are $25.

Please rsvp by June 1st, to hilda.landry@smithduggan.com or 617-228-4445

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