by Martin Sheerin | Apr 6, 2025 | Music
By Maureen HossbacherPhotos by Gordon Gilbert If the Ellington Restaurant had rafters, they’d have been ringing as Irish American Writers & Artists bid farewell to their late President, Brendan Costello. Novelists, actors, playwrights, poets, musicians and... by Martin Sheerin | Mar 26, 2025 | Essay, Fiction, Music, Nonfiction
By Lori Cassels To our surprise the salon began with Slainte pub also hosting an Irish Whiskey tasting. The spirit from Dingle seemed a favorite. After a bit of technical setup, IAW&A introduced the salon for the first time showing the IAW&A sizzle reel and... by Martin Sheerin | Feb 21, 2025 | Fiction, Literature, Music, Nonfiction, Poetry
By Lori Cassels The fireplace was blazing on a chilly rainy night in the Jack London Sq. pub Slainte, located in Oakland. As usual, they welcomed all IAW&A’s February salon participants. Slainte serves a small and delicious menu that brings in a loyal following.... by Martin Sheerin | Jan 10, 2025 | Fiction, Literature, Music, Nonfiction
By Lori Cassels It seems to me that every salon takes on a different vibe or personality, that is unique of that one evening, and not to be repeated, inimitable. Irish American Writers & Artists salon at Slainte Oakland had such an evening last night. Having a... by Martin Sheerin | Dec 22, 2024 | Essay, Fiction, Literature, Music
By Karen DalyPhotos by Gordon A. Gilbert Jr. On a busy mid-December night, with lots of activities around town, Irish American Writers & Artists packed the Ellington Restaurant on Broadway and 105th Street. Salongoers knew that they would find warmth, good craic...