What's the Matter With Texas? Sep 16, 2009
All of them also suffer from the same flaws: his efforts to push cultural, political, and historical realities into the convenient categories he has discovered, even when they don t fit, and a steady, harsh, almost obsessively angry polemic directed against a standard set of the author s favorite targets: conservatives (neoconservatives in particular); the American South, especially its Celtic manifestations; and religion of almost all species (especially supernaturalist Christianity) ... There... (The American Conservative)
Starts Thursday Sep 15, 2009
In addition to a series of Spanish shorts, attendees can see "Forest of Music," which looks at a group of rural musicians who preserve the Celtic history and culture of Spain's Galicia region. Also on the lineup is "Ashes From the Sky," the first environmental feature to come out of Spain about the unlikely activists in a town where pollution from a power plant has stunted all the produce. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Heritage on the high road Sep 10, 2009
CelticFest swells with good times, community input ... CelticFest Mississippi, now in its 18th year has grown into a great big festival, pulling in a record five headliners this weekend to supply the spirited music and dance that fuels the fun ... "One of the best experiences I have is when I'm wearing a CelticFest T-shirt and I'm out in Jackson around town and people that I've never met before will see the T-shirt and they'll say 'CelticFest? I love that event. I go there every year. Do you get... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Milk Drinking Started Around 7,500 Years Ago In Central Europe Sep 2, 2009
1, 2009) The ability to digest the milk sugar lactose first evolved in dairy farming communities in central Europe, not in more northern groups as was previously thought, finds a new study led by UCL (University College London) scientists published in the journal PLoS Computational Biology. The genetic change that enabled early Europeans to drink milk without getting sick has been mapped to dairying farmers who lived around 7,500 years ago in a region between the central Balkans and central... (Science Daily)
Puppets, fiddlers to fill new concert season Aug 24, 2009
Among the acts presented this year will be the Sept. 19 season-kickoff Hunt Family Fiddlers a family of Irish step dancers, fiddlers and singers that perform Celtic, bluegrass, inspirational and popular tunes. The Hunt Family is outstanding, said Hunziker. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
What to do this week Aug 17, 2009
Tales of the Celtic harp. Patrick Ball is one of the premier Celtic harp players in the world. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Down at Irishfest: Highland games fun for kids too Aug 9, 2009
Adults had their own competition that focused on feats of strength while celebrating Scottish and Celtic culture and heritage ... 10 a.m.: Catholic Mass with Celtic Cross ... 11 a.m.: Celtic Tenors; Glen Castle Dancers. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
10 Best Ever! Fun Historical Fact B... Aug 9, 2009
Roman and Greek mythology, Bible stories, the legend of King Arthur, Shakespeare s England, Celtic mysteries and many other significant stories and characters from history continue to capture the imaginations of readers both young and old. 10 Best Arthurian Legends Ever (Scholastic, 1998, 2009) by Margaret Simpson and 10 Best Bible Stories Ever (Scholastic, 1998, 2009) by Michael Coleman contain an interesting selection of information presented in a variety of entertaining formats suitable for... (Suite101.com)
Young Matildas fined over mass brawl Aug 6, 2009
au/news/sport/football/mcdonald-goal-helps-celtic-through/2009/08/06/1249350621712 ... McDonald goal helps Celtic through. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Music offers Civil War experiences, humor Aug 3, 2009
Last week, Celtic composer Jed Marum performed some original titles with the Balladeers in Oak Hill. He explained that tunes from different regions of the Union and Confederacy had their own distinctive sounds. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
Irish festival Uptown next weekend Aug 3, 2009
It will feature music from its newest recording, "Dirty Old Town," available at Cavanaugh's County Celtic. Other musical and dancing groups also are on tap as part of an activity-filled weekend. (Montana Standard, MT)
Celtic fiddler plans concert at Cal State San Marcos Jul 30, 2009
If you don't know the name of Celtic fiddler Jamie Laval, chances are you've heard his music ... Their two-hour concert will feature Celtic music from Scotland; Ireland; Bretagne, France; Galicia, Spain; Quebec, Canada; and Appalachia ... Laval comes by his love of Celtic music genetically. (North County Times)
Your guide to A busy weekend Jul 24, 2009
According to Michael Brander's "The Essential Guide to Highland Games," the events represent festivals held throughout the year in Scotland and many other countries as a way of celebrating Scottish and Celtic culture and heritage, especially that of the Scottish Highlands ... " This year's music will have a distinctly Celtic feel, with performances by the Chelsea House Orchestra, Ed Miller, Melinda Crawford, the Maidens IV and Rince Na Tiarna. And, of course, "there's always bagpipe music in the... (Erie Times-News, PA)
City Beat (4) Jul 12, 2009
This week, Irish and Celtic music by New Barleycorn and spotlight on Western Reserve Historical Society. Screening of cult film The Goonies at 9. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Qld to roar against Celtic: McDonald Jul 11, 2009
Socceroos striker Scott McDonald will warn his Celtic teammates to brace themselves for a tough battle against the under-performing Queensland Roar at Suncorp Stadium on Sunday ... But McDonald, who will captain Celtic in the friendly, said the Scottish Premier League runners-up should not expect a stroll in the park, especially in the wake of Gold Coast United's upset of Fulham last week ... The Victorian also predicted a touch of hostility in the match, with the Roar squad including three... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
City hotspots Jul 11, 2009
Over the years, for many loyalists the fires were not complete without an Irish flag, a Glasgow Celtic shirt or a Catholic emblem on the top for a ceremonial burning. It costs thousands of pounds every year to clean up the mess the fires create across Northern Ireland. (BBC News -- UK)
History is happening Jun 5, 2009
A globe of musical influences will be on stage with Australian didgeridoo, Chinese pipa, Japanese Taiko drummers, German, French/Cajun, Celtic and Scandinavian songs, Balkan music, Middle Eastern dancers, Jewish liturgical singers, Afro-Cuban beats, Pacific Islander dancing, sounds of India and even Americana during the 25 musical performances ... Saturday: Ted Cox (1 p.m.), Dan Gilmore and Amy Becker (1:30 p.m.), Turkish Dance Troupe (2 p.m.), Celtic Session (2:30 p.m.), Chinese Children s... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Dave Burke; boosted hopes and Irish heritage in Lawrence Jun 3, 2009
As president of the local Irish Foundation, he pushed to establish An Gorta Mor, or The Great Hunger, a monument in Lawrence with a Celtic cross and three stone tablets that commemorates the city's activities during the Irish famine in the middle of the 19th century. "Lawrence was one of the first American cities to organize a relief fund for the Irish famine victims and also welcomed thousands of Irish refugees who fled the famine during the 1840s and 1850s," Mr. Burke told the Globe when the... (Boston Globe)
Net profits: the tax move that makes Google rich May 28, 2009
It is thanks to the likes of Google that Ireland was able to call itself the Celtic tiger, and not a Celtic pussycat. This simple transfer pricing arrangement has allowed Google to claim its Australian revenues are $90 million when the real figure is much, much larger. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Oshkosh to host Public Enemies screening at Marcus June 30 May 25, 2009
Where: Leach Amphitheater, Riverside Park, 303 Ceape Ave.Highlights: The summer series begins with Celtic flair Thursday and rocks 'til late August with Dennis DeYoung and the Music of Styx. Other headliners include Vic Ferrari (June 4), Carbon Leaf (June 11), Gin Blossoms (June 18), Cowboy Mouth (June 25), Los Lonely Boys (July 2), Big Bad Voodoo Daddy (July 9), BoDeans (July 16), Rusted Root (July 23), The Buckinghams (July 30), Little River Band (Aug. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
An equal exchange May 22, 2009
Along with visiting Brian s business, Brian D. Goguen Professional Corporation, the two stayed up late watching Celtic s games. Brian was surprised to learn how popular basketball is in the Philippines. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
Summer events listings May 17, 2009
June 8: BCMFest Presents Celtic Music Monday. Tickets: $12. (Boston Globe)
Join the Stampede: New Mexico History Museum's Grand Opening Events Promise Two Free Days of Family Fun May 13, 2009
Lowriders, Mariachi music, flamenco dancing, Celtic pipers, Native American drummers, and Chautauqua performers are just part of what you'll find, along with a free Ice Cream Social 1-4pm Monday, May 25, in the Palace Courtyard. All of it's in honor of the New Mexico History Museum, , the state's newest museum, which includes interactive multimedia displays, hands-on exhibits, and vivid stories of real New Mexicans. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Pan for gold in Dahlonega May 12, 2009
Join us for Dahlonega's 2nd Annual Celtic Music Festival and enjoy exciting concerts by Highland Way, Alex Beaton and Emerald Rose to name a few ... Explore downtown Dahlonega and enjoy the Artists and Vendors booths, as well as sample traditional Celtic culinary delights. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Roos keeping haka response plan a secret May 8, 2009
Aside from the Maori koru and Samoan patterns it also has a Celtic weave and Aboriginal artwork - in the form of kangaroo feet and convict signs - to signify his Welsh, Scottish and English heritage and the fact he remains a proud Australian. "I don't want people to think I've been in New Zealand five years now and I'm trying to turn into one of the bros," Price said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Watertown people May 8, 2009
A songwriter, fiddler and guitarist, Simos has had more than 100 songs recorded by bluegrass, Americana, Celtic and folk artists, including Alison Krauss and Union Station, the Del McCoury Band, Laurie Lewis, the Infamous Stringdusters and many others. Connecting songwriting and social action has long been a concern of his and he was asked to create a composition with Australian singer-songwriter, Berklee alumna and Cambridge resident Keppie Coutts for this occasion. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Timeline: France Apr 29, 2009
Notre Dame, Paris: "City of light" has inspired artists, thinkers Named after Parisii, Celtic tribe who lived on site City planner Baron Haussmann laid out much of modern Paris in 19th century. 1918 - Anglo-French offensive - backed by fresh American troops - forces Germany to an armistice on 11 November. (BBC News -- Europe)
Many thanks for help with diversity fair Apr 28, 2009
Among those who exhibited were Vi Matto, Brazil; Fran Cassidy, Croatia; Tina Moore, Ghana; Natalia Filiminova, Russia; Nahid and Chris Miller, Iran and Afghanistan; Scottish American Club; Annfrance Roux, France; Cos, Denmark; Ma Wei, China; Filipino American Club; Don and Joan Yadusky, Canada; June Coe, Japan; and Mary Coyle, Irish/ Celtic. Also exhibiting from the International Military Student Organization were Zoran Ivanov, Republic of Macedonia; Waqar Raja Zafar and Waheed Virk, Pakistan;... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Wanna get away, eh? Apr 19, 2009
Some of the finest Celtic musicians of our time, such as Natalie MacMaster and her uncle, the legendary fiddler Buddy MacMaster, have their roots here ... Start with the Red Shoe Pub or the Celtic Music Interpretive Centre in Judique. (Boston Globe)
Maurice Jarre, 84, 'Dr. Zhivago' composer Apr 1, 2009
In 1989, he layered Celtic harp and flute over synthesizers in the soundtrack for "Dead Poet's Society.". After moving to California in the early 1960s, Jarre returned to Europe regularly, working in France with Rene Clement on the score for "Is Paris Burning?" in 1966 and with Franco Zefirelli on "Jesus of Nazareth" in 1977. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Laugh of the Irish Mar 29, 2009
With the Celtic tiger gone paws-up, we can be ourselves again. And perhaps they're right, because as they paint a prospect of endless soda bread, shared pints and kids being brought out to sing for cold rooms of sozzled adults, a kind of relief ripples around every room. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Photo Finish Mar 28, 2009
CINDY ELLEN RUSSELL / CRUSSELL@STARBULLETIN.COM Fancy footwork kept the children's attention Wednesday during the Celtic Keiki performance at the Hawaii Kai library. The show, called "The Magic of Ireland: Dance, Music and Culture of the Emerald Isle," featured Irish river dancing, music and stories under the direction of Lorraine Suankum. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Escape to Dingle Peninsula Mar 25, 2009
In 500 B.C. it was a petty Celtic chieftain's headquarters, a stone-and-earth stockade filled with little stone houses. Many of these ring forts survived the centuries because of superstitious beliefs that they were "fairy forts.". (MSNBC -- Travel)
Resident named grand marshal of Greater Hartford St. Patrick's Day Parade Mar 21, 2009
Parade committee members said he, along with former General Chair Jack Holleran, was a key part in the incorporation of the Central Connecticut Celtic Cultural Committee ... Maggie Francis, who will head the Rocky Hill committee, which is under the umbrella of the Central Connecticut Celtic Cultural Committee, said Moriarty was an excellent choice. (Rocky Hill Post, CT)
Cut costs and make memories in Europe Mar 20, 2009
As you enjoy the Galician folk club practicing their traditional dance, you realize northwest Spain is actually Celtic -- where flamenco meets "Riverdance.". Even in London -- Europe's priciest city -- you can have a world-class experience for next to nothing. (CNN -- Travel)
Steves: Traveling to Europe on the cheap Mar 18, 2009
As you enjoy the Galician folk club practicing their traditional dance, you realize northwest Spain is actually Celtic where flamenco meets "Riverdance.". Ways to saveEven in London Europe's priciest city you can have a world-class experience for next to nothing. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Obama meets Irish leaders, emphasizes peace Mar 18, 2009
He joked about putting the apostrophe after the "O" in Obama and suggested Barack was an ancient Celtic name ... The White House also invited Maggie McCarthy, a traditional Irish dancer and musician from Cork, and vocal group Celtic Thunder. (MSNBC -- International)
5 Things You Didnt Know: Leprech... Mar 18, 2009
Campbell calls leprechauns "reductions of the earlier pagan divinities" known as Tuatha De Danaan, a race of gods and part of the Celtic mythological cycle of Medieval Ireland ... According to the History Channel, this innocuous flick about an Irish storyteller and a leprechaun king virtually reinvented the leprechaun, divorcing him from his Celtic roots, infusing him with the American mirth and good-time trickery intimately associated with the figure we know today and forever shackling him to... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
MORE: 500,000 cheer St. Patrick's parade in Dublin Mar 18, 2009
Many natives resent the 200,000-plus Eastern Europeans, Asians and Africans who settled in Ireland during its Celtic Tiger boom of 1994-2007. "It's been a difficult for some devastating year. And now more than ever, we need to rebuild our communities and our sense of solidarity," Byrne said. (USA Today)
Call Him Barack O'Bama Mar 18, 2009
The White House also invited Maggie McCarthy, a traditional Irish dancer and musician from Cork, and vocal group Celtic Thunder. The Shannon Rovers, the official pipe band of Chicago's St. Patrick's Day festival, also were set to perform. (W-USA News, DC)
Ireland's Aran Islands Mar 18, 2009
Guides here tell us that the fort was likely used for Celtic ceremonies, possibly seen by the island's ancient inhabitants as the last possible place to say goodbye before souls were taken over the ocean to Tir na nOg, a mythical land where nobody grows old. And now I will reveal what I think is the island's best-kept secret. (CBS News)
Rooney's Irish road trip Mar 18, 2009
"Their economic collapse make our problems look like a hiccup," he said of a nation whose once-soaring economy won the designation "Celtic Tiger.". In a CNN interview yesterday, Mr. Cowen noted that after more than a decade of Gross Domestic Product growth averaging between 6 percent and 7 percent, the republic's economy was expected to shrink by 6 percent in 2009. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Acclaimed band to perform for St. Pats Day Mar 17, 2009
The band is world renowned in Celtic music circles and has performed at many top venues, including headlining Irelands prestigious Ballyshannon Festival in 2006 and again in 2008. They have performed at Belgiums Dranouter Festival, Denmarks Skagen Festival, the Israel Irish Festival, and Scotlands Celtic Connections, as well as at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. ... David Munnelly has done a lot of playing in the United States and around the world so we try to bring people who... (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
8 days out (5) Mar 17, 2009
The acoustic ensemble features Darrell Casey and his sons David and Nathan playing music that blends new contemporary folk with Celtic and a touch of bluegrass ... Classical, Celtic and country musician Tracy Grammer in concert. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Mac Alpine: Kiss me, Im Scottish - Everybody must get sconed Mar 17, 2009
I d say we re the red-haired stepchildren of the Celtic world, but even redheads are more associated with the Irish than the Scots. Think about it. (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)
Let your green out: A look at St. Patrick's Day Mar 17, 2009
Belief in leprechauns probably stems from Celtic belief in fairies, tiny men and women who could use their magical powers to serve good or evil. In Celtic folk tales, leprechauns were cranky souls, responsible for mending the shoes of the other fairies ... Though only minor figures in Celtic folklore, leprechauns were known for their trickery, which they often used to protect their much-fabled treasure. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Performances' roots a blend of history, culture Mar 14, 2009
They danced to Green Flag, a Celtic music ensemble ... Members of the Drake School of Irish Dance perform alongside Green Flag, a Celtic music ensemble, recently at a free performance at The Chapel on the University of Georgia campus. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Irish revival - Western Montana gets back to its roots with help of UM program Mar 14, 2009
On the first Friday of each month, during the Art Walk in downtown Missoula, Celtic Connection serves up complimentary Guinness or Scottish ale to the crowd packed into the little shop on East Main Street to listen to musicians playing traditional Irish music ... I find that a lot of the next-generation Butte folks have moved here because of work, said Michele Mulligan-Rutherford, who opened Celtic Connection in September 2007 ... Circling 23-year-old Maggie Connors ankle is a Celtic design with... (Missoulian, MT)
Cultural Festival Mar 13, 2009
- BAGPIPES: The Wyoming Pipe and Drum group, which has become a tradition at the festival, will perform Celtic bagpipe music. The local group likes to educate, entertain and spread appreciation for the art of Highland bagpipe and drums. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Wild beauty abounds on Irelands Aran Islands Mar 13, 2009
Guides here tell us that the fort was likely used for Celtic ceremonies, possibly seen by the island's ancient inhabitants as the last possible place to say goodbye before souls were taken over the ocean to Tir na nOg, a mythical land where nobody grows old. Savage, wild and achingly beautifulAnd now I will reveal what I think is the island's best-kept secret. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Great Scots! Battlefield Band visits Mar 13, 2009
Celtic music has evolved over the last four decades, Katz said ... He blends traditional styles with modern synthesizers and has inspired another generation of Celtic bands. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Solas lights up Carlisle Theatre Mar 11, 2009
Celtic band brings traditional Irish sound to Carlisle Friday night ... All of us was just interested in playing together, and everyone had a background in Celtic/Irish music, Horan said of the original band members. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Five places to get your green on Mar 11, 2009
Behind the public fanfare, however, there's a lower-key event that John Forbes, the parade committee chairman, touts as more important to the southern city's Irish Catholics: the Celtic Cross Mass and ceremony. The Sunday event, on March 15 this year , starts at 11:45 a.m. in the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, where members of all the Irish societies come together to pray before walking in procession to the Celtic Cross (made of stone from Ireland) in Emmet Park. (CNN -- Travel)
Luck 'o the Irish Mar 9, 2009
The parade begins at 11 a.m. The festival will include a kids' play area, food, beer and all things Celtic. Comments Terms of Use: We welcome your participation in our community. (KOLD.com, AZ)
Needed: $1.2M for folk fest Mar 6, 2009
Up to 250 performers will entertain in traditions of Celtic, Rockabilly, Zydeco, Cajun, Mariachi, Bluegrass, Blues, Polka and more. Last year's festival attracted up to 75,000 over the three days, and attendees raved about the quality of the performances. (Montana Standard, MT)
Diagnosis of Celtic Scalabrine's third concussion is jarring Mar 2, 2009
Celtics forward Brian Scalabrine is out indefinitely after being diagnosed with a third concussion in less than a month ... Asked before the Celtics lost, 105-95, to Detroit yesterday if there has been an increase in blows to the head in the league, Rivers replied, "There's more knowledge about it now - think about the old football players who had all those concussions and, unfortunately, you read about it now, them having health problems, severe. I think there is more education." ... Feeling... (Boston Globe)
Celtic Days kicks off Friday Feb 27, 2009
Flora Eyster, a volunteer with the Lewisburg Arts Council, said the Sixth Annual Lewisburg Celtic Days will offer fun for the entire family ... The festivities kick off Friday evening with a performance by Eyster s band, Celtica, in Puirseil s Irish Pub. ... Eyster said she loves performing traditional Celtic music for audiences. (Milton Standard Journal, PA)
Senior Center news, March 2009 Feb 25, 2009
Then stay to hear Irish songs and stories presented by Charlie Bowen who holds a doctorate in Celtic Languages and Literature from Harvard, and has taught courses in Irish history and culture. His lively presentation will include history, culture, songs and a bit o Irish humor. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Portsmouth area community calendar Feb 24, 2009
Jim Beard, Celtic Adopted Ojibwe, will be presenting a storytelling adventure titled Native Legends of the People at 2 p.m. The Living Way Theater Project, with a cast made up entirely of homeschoolers, will be showing two 30-minute performances of "A Winter Carol," at 12:15 and 1 p.m. Donations of non-perishable food items will be gratefully appreciated. 972-2317, www. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Cornish language declared extinct by UN Feb 21, 2009
Celtic dialects from across Britain are featured in a new atlas of the world s dead and endangered languages. Manx and Cornish have been declared extinct languages and Scottish Gaelic and Welsh will both need help if they are going to survive the 21st century, experts said. (Independent)
The big list of festivals Feb 20, 2009
A variety of entertainment is performed by Scottish and Celtic bands such as The Muses and Wicked Tinkers. Also trace your genealogy with the help of clan members in their perspective tents or learn a little about the Scottish culture in the Language and Celtic Studies tent. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Valentine's Day edition Feb 14, 2009
"Celtic are seething with Australia after Scott McDonald was SNUBBED by the Socceroos," The Scottish Sun newspaper screamed, under the headline "Why the XXXX did you pick him?" Without quoting him, the report states that Celtic boss Gordon Strachan was "left stunned as Oz strike star Skippy stayed on the bench for his country's World Cup qualifier in Japan". "The hitman made the marathon 14,000-mile round trip to Yokohama ahead of Sunday's critical Old Firm clash desperate to play. Instead he... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Alex Salmond: Independence is 'within touching distance' Feb 11, 2009
All the latest on Celtic FC, Rangers FC, Scottish football, entertainment, jobs, videos, pics and lots more. (Glasgow Daily Record)
L.L. OWEN STUDENTS IMMERSED IN IRISH CULTURE FOR A DAY Feb 11, 2009
I play a lot of Celtic music during lunch for background music. Taylor heard about the Irish Kaleidoscope program presented by Dearbhail Finnegan and Robin Slater about a year ago. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Bowfire? Steven Wright? How to choose? Feb 8, 2009
As a stage show, it has enjoyed tremendous success it's an imaginative use of virtuoso fiddle players from all sorts of musical genres, with plenty of space for individual players (Celtic to classical) and stirring, mass-fiddle segments. The show is slickly choreographed and beautifully lit. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
