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Delaware Valley Irish Hall of Fame Inductees 2023: Pat and Nancy Boyle
By Liz Kerr Pat and Nancy Boyle could very well win the title of most philanthropic couple in Philadelphia. Their generosity and dedication to those in need, particularly toward children, is unmatched. In their careers, Pat and Nancy have lived a life of service to others. Pat served as a member of the Philadelphia Police Department from 1966 to 2004, when he retired at the rank of Detective. Nancy dedicated her career to caring for […] Read More
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Commodore Barry Award Winner 2023: Pari Livermore
By Lori Lander Murphy The Commodore John Barry Arts & Cultural Center is far from the first organization to benefit from Pari Livermore’s generosity of spirit and commitment to fundraising, but the institution better known as the Irish Center may be the most appreciative. She, along with co-chair Kathy McGee Burns, organized last year’s wildly successful Top 100 Irish Women in Philadelphia event that raised much needed funds for the Center. To the many in […] Read More
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Delaware Valley Irish Hall of Fame Inductee 2023: Pete Hand
Pete Hand’s Irish heritage, like that of many Irish Americans, was always a bit of a mystery. “My family is from County Mayo on my father’s side, but I was never told how far back,” he says. “My aunt used to say that a Hand fought in every American war since the Civil War so it must have been very far back.” Mystery aside, there’s no doubt that his Irishness has always been a fixture […] Read More
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Meet Miss Mayo 2023 – Mary Kate Moran
My name is Mary Kate Moran, and my family have been proud members of the Irish Philadelphia community for generations. My family’s roots trace to Cork, Limerick, Mayo, and Monaghan. My father, whose family immigrated here in the mid-1800s, grew up with his nine siblings on Carpenter Lane around the corner from the Irish Center, and my mother’s family arrived through Ellis Island in the 1920s. My only surviving grandparent, Kathleen Healey Ryan, is the […] Read More
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With a Final Ceremony, Philadelphia Irish Memorial Set for Big Move
With a final blessing by Father Ed Brady Saturday morning and a bittersweet ceremony, the iconic Philadelphia Irish Memorial at Front and Chestnut is temporarily moving from that location, which it has occupied for 20 years, to a new spot at Foglietta Plaza, Front and Spruce. The solemn occasion was observed with the U.S. and Irish national anthems by Tim Kelly and Theresa Flanagan Murtagh, and lowering of the flags. The move is necessitated by a long […] Read More
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Emerald Pipers and Michael and Linda Bradley Draw Mayo Association Honors
It’s difficult—maybe impossible—to think of an event that the Philadelphia Emerald Society Pipe Band has not helped commemorate, mourn or celebrate. “They’re simply ubiquitous,” says Maureen Callahan of the Mayo Association of Philadelphia. “Every event you go to, they’re there. The band has provided the soundtrack of Irish culture in the Philadelphia area for decades. They’re part of so many events from one year to the next, and not just on St. Patrick’s Day. They’ve […] Read More
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Grab Some Apples for Crisps and Crumbles
From a culinary standpoint, there’s little difference between an apple crisp and an apple crumble, except for the topping: the former is generally made with a flour and brown sugar mix, the latter with an oat-based streusel (nuts are always welcome). The bonus feature of either dessert is that, in addition to being the quintessential autumn dessert, is that you can also add a few berries or dried fruits, as in this one that uses dates […] Read More
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Happy 25th IDC
On Friday October 6th, The Irish Diaspora Center celebrated it’s 25th Anniversary providing services to Irish Community. Special awards were presented: Thomas Griffin,Esq. – The Annie Moore Award Francis Marinelli – The Legacy Award William McCray & James Reardon – The Liam Hegarty Award Also in Attendance was Ms. Helena Nolan, Consul General Of Ireland
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Harvesting a Summer Herb Bonanza
Tomatoes and basil; potatoes and rosemary; salmon and dill. Perfect partners in summer dishes, of course, so grab as many fresh herbs as you can to pair with the last of summer’s bounty. Herbs are the easiest of all edible plants to grow — whether in a small pot on your windowsill, in a container on your patio, or tucked in-between other vegetables or flowers in garden — so grab all you can to embellish […] Read More
