Born in Co.Tipperary and buried in Burlington, John Lonergan lived a life that spanned the Great Hunger in Ireland, combat in the American War of the Rebellion, and attacks on Canada when he was the head of the Fenian Brotherhood in Vermont.
Tabletop gaming fans will enjoy a chance to play a pre-release game focused on the history and mythology of Ireland, designed by Vermonter Mairead Shields. Players select a legendary Irish hero and travel around Ireland competing in challenges based on events from Irish history and mythology.
A short piece of charming serendipity set in a beloved green space in South Dublin – from Burlington VT filmmaker Evelyn Gustafson. Ms. Gustafson, who wrote and directed the film, will attend the screening to speak briefly about her experience.
Song of the Sea follows the story of a 10-year-old Irish boy named Ben who discovers that his mute sister Saoirse, whom he blames for the apparent death of his mother, is a selkie who has to free faerie creatures from the Celtic goddess Macha.
This will be an informational session for people who have had little or no previous contact with Irish (also known as Gaelic) and are interested in learning more about it.
This will be a public event for ward 8 neighbors to come and have a discussion about the issues that matter most to them!
A USCRI-led program for Relationship, Education, Advancement, and Development for Youth for Life (READY4LIFE).
A USCRI-led program for Relationship, Education, Advancement, and Development for Youth for Life (READY4LIFE).
A USCRI-led program for Relationship, Education, Advancement, and Development for Youth for Life (READY4LIFE).