Andy McGann CCE

06/08/2026

We're happy to share that Comhaltas North America now has a Facebook and Instagram page! Be sure to follow them!
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565269423233

Comhaltas is a national and international movement, providing opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds, but especially the young, to enjoy and participate in the traditions of Ireland that have been passed down through the generations.

06/05/2026

The Irish-American Community Center in East Haven, where we recently presented our "You Have Lost America by the Irish" history/music program, is holding their annual Irish Festival on Saturday, June 13th and Sunday, June 14th! Tickets are on sale now!

06/05/2026

This from the Comhaltas home office in Dublin:
A chairde,

We are delighted to launch Foinneóg: 75 Bliain Ag Fás. A brand new podcast brought to you by Comhaltas, dropping every Wednesday ahead of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann.

Hosted by Máire Ní Churraoin, each episode will feature stories, music, memories and conversations from across the Comhaltas Community.

Episode 1: Wednesday 10 June 2026

Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

06/04/2026

Our friends in the P.V. O'Donnell Branch CCE are having their last monthly session until the fall on Saturday, June 13th, beginning at 2:30 pm at the Irish Heritage Society of Milford. Prior to the session, the two special guest leaders, Cara Wildman and Jake James, will be holding workshops on their respective instruments! More information in the post below!

06/01/2026

The June newsletter is out today - check out what the branch has been up to:

05/31/2026

As we head into June, the month of "Bloomsday" and the celebration of James Joyce's "Ulysses", we want to share this video about Joyce and other Irish writers, courtesy of the Irish Foreign Ministry & Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Ireland!

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05/30/2026

From the home organization in Dublin:

A chairde,

As part of the Comhaltas 75th anniversary celebrations, we are delighted to share this video featuring some of our founders, icons, and key figures. These individuals, through their dedication, talent and vision, have helped to shape Comhaltas into the global organisation it is today.

Go raibh maith agat!

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05/23/2026

Historian & musician Bill Devlin & musician Julie Sorcek presented the “You Have Lost America by the Irish” history & music program to members of the Irish History Round Table group at the Irish-American Community Center in East Haven, CT on 5/23/26. Thanks to Melody Devlin for these pictures & for her support during the presentation!