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It’s John J. Dougherty–AKA “Johnny Doc”–business manager of the powerful electricians’ union, Local 98, and a long-time supporter of the parade and Irish causes. This year’s parade theme: St. Patrick, Bless the American Worker.

This hard-working, dedicated businessman was instrumental in the establishment of The Irish Memorial on Penns Landing. Friends call him “rock solid” and “the finest man I’ve ever known.” This weekend, he’ll be honored at The Irish Center.

The Bogside Rogues played and so did the crowd that packed into this Philadelphia pub to help raise money for the Irish Immigration Center of Philadelphia. We have pictures!

Mick Moloney is bringing his friends, like accordion master Billy McComiskey, to Philly again this week for a special concert and lecture to appeal to those who trace their ancestry to the west of Ireland–and to Irish music lovers from anywhere.

For the 24th year in a row, Mick Moloney brought along some of his more talented musical friends to help raise money for St. Malachy School, an independent parish school in North Philadelphia. We have photos.

Actor-friar David Cregan directs the acclaimed Irish play by Marina Carr. It’s the product of a unique new relationship between Villanova University and the Abbey Theatre.

The 106th Mayo Ball is just one of more than a dozen Irish events this week, including a Mick Moloney concert, a visit by De Danaan, a couple of Irish comedy shows, and at least three plays. You’re going to need more vitamins.

A fundraiser this Sunday at Finnigan’s Wake will help pay for a new outreach program for the region’s elderly Irish immigrants. Find out more.