by Katharine McNair | Oct 1, 2025 | Dance, Events, Literature, Music, Poetry, Uncategorized
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 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...