By Maureen Hossbacher A special Irish American Writers & Artists youth/student salon convened on Sept.19th at Houghton Hall, 22 East 30th St., featuring the awarding of the Malachy McCourt Scholarships. It was an evening of fresh faces and varied talent that...
By Kevin Holohan It is a sultry evening in New York. Hot. Humid. One of those evenings where you might just stay home in the air conditioning and watch bad TV instead of trudging through the open-air hothouse to descend into the 7 circles of A train making Q stops...
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 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 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...
By Karen Daly Irish American Writers & Artists’ November salon packed the private room at The Ellington restaurant on Broadway and 105th Street. Writer Anthony Murphy (call him “Murph”) organized and hosted a terrific, diverse program of poetry, storytelling,...
