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Tourism Ireland announces Global Greening line-up for St Patrick’s Day 2018
Tourism Ireland’s Global Greening 2018 sees the return of the Sydney Opera House and new additions like the Seattle Space Needle, San Mamés stadium in Bilbao and Chimo the Polar Bear in Canada 300+ stadiums, statues, museums and towers set to go green to celebrate our national day The iconic Space Needle in Seattle, Chimo […]
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First U.S. St. Patrick’s celebration held in St. Augustine, Florida in 1600
First U.S. St. Patrick’s celebration held in St. Augustine, Florida in 1600 St. Augustine, FL – Put another feather – or shamrock – in St. Augustine’s cap. It’s time to re-write history. It’s been proven in written records that the first event commemorating Saint Patrick in the U.S. was held in St. Augustine, Florida in […]
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This Valentine’s Day… Charms and Whiskey to Cashmere and Kale.
Love it or hate it – Valentine’s Day is RIGHT around the corner. We’ve put together some gift ideas for you this year! MINNIE ROSE: I don’t know anyone who’s ever said no to cashmere. Minnie Rose has the most luxurious slippers, sweaters, scarves, gloves, shawls, and more in the game. Keeping things warm and […]
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Ceili Cottage & SHUCKER PADDY
World Champion Oyster Shucker Paddy hold’s the Guinness World Record for the most oysters shucked in 1 minute (39), most in 1 hour (1114) and author of a book on oysters, entitled “Consider the Oyster – A Shucker’s Field Guide” his passion was always to run a little “Irish Local”. Celtic Canada popped into The […]
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TORONTO IRISH PLAYERS BRING EDINBURGH WINNER TO TORONTO
Toronto Irish Players are proud to bring Little Gem, the debut script from Dublin’s Elaine Murphy, to the stage at Alumnae Theatre. First presented at the Dublin Fringe Festival in 2008 (Fishamble Award for Best New Irish Writing), it travelled to the Edinburg Fringe in 2009 (Carol Tambor Best of Edinburgh Award), before heading off […]
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Scotland Comes to Ontario with “The Reel Celts” Band, Returning With Their “Real Rabbie Burns” Concert!
“The Reel Celts” band will delivering their fantastic Robbie Burns Day concert to celtic music lovers in three regions: Thurs Jan 25 at Fergus Grand Theatre (Fergus is the home of the Highland Games), Sat Jan 27 at the John Elliott Theatre in Georgetown, and, Sun Jan 28 at the Midland Cultural Centre. Their definitive […]
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Ski Hockley Valley Resort
If you’re planning to get out there and enjoy our great Canadian weather this winter, why not hit the slopes? Whether you’re a seasoned skier or a first-timer, Hockley Valley Resort is the place to be! Located just 45 minutes north of Toronto, the resort boasts 15 ski and snowboard runs ranging from beginner to […]
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Burns Night Events & Burns Suppers 2018
Some hae meat and canna eat, / And some wad eat that want it, / But we hae meat and we can eat, / And sae the Lord be thankit. Have you been practicing your Selkirk Grace? Burns Night is just around the corner and you certainly won’t be stuck for events and Burns Suppers […]
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5 AMAZING WAYS TO SPEND A WEEK IN SCOTLAND
So, you’re planning to spend a week in Scotland? Now to decide where to go and what to do during your stay, that’s where we can help! Use these seven day itineraries to help guide the route for your trip, and the attractions, activities and places to visit along the way. 1. SCOTTISH FILM & […]
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ASHFORD CASTLE WINS “IRELAND’S BEST HOTEL SPA”
Ashford Castle Wins “Ireland’s Best Hotel Spa” Award for Second Year Running Ashford Castle is uniquely nestled on 350 acres of rolling West of Ireland countryside, overlooking the shores of Ireland’s second largest lake, Lough Corrib. The estate includes pristine gardens, originally created by Lady Ardilaun of the Guinness family and recently restored to their […]