June 2024 First Friday Community Notices
Every month, we list updates from Irish organizations and community groups with all the events that they're holding each month. Be sure to check out all the amazing Irish events in our area!
Community Notes - June 2024
Gingold Theatrical Group: For tickets and more information, please see their website.
- Monday, June 24th at 7:00pm – Gingold Theatrical Group will celebrate the first Monday of NY Pride Week with a special evening of Oscar Wilde! A short play, songs, and poems. Monday, June 24th, at Symphony Space, 95th and Broadway. One Night Only!
- ALSO: Gingold's full fall Off-Broadway production will be Shaw's THE DEVIL'S DISCIPLE about the American Revolution as a thinly veiled plea for a Free Ireland.
Irish Arts Center: For tickets and more information, please see their website.
- June 7-9, 2024 - From Solas Nua, the Abbey Theatre and multi-disciplinary artist Luke Casserly comes Distillation, Casserly’s acclaimed “ode to Ireland’s landscape (★★★★ Irish Times) presented with an intimate, sneaking theatricality in the IAC library. Tickets and info can be found here.
- June 13-23, 2024 - Following a sold out run at the Abbey, “Queen of Ireland” Panti Bliss returns to Irish Arts Center with a hilarious new show exploring her sense of purpose amid an ever-changing Ireland. Tickets and info can be found here.
Irish Business Organization: For more information about the events below, please see their website.
- IBO Annual Summer Bash - end of June. Stay tuned for details!
Origin Theatre Company: For more information, please see their website.
- Sunday, June 11th at 3:00pm – Origin Theatre Company is thrilled to present its annual Bloomsday Revel at Blooms Tavern of course!! Join us for excerpts from Joyce's most famous work as well as music and great craic!
Women With Ambition: For more information, please see their website.
- Wednesday, June 12 at 6:30pm - WWA’s next Speaker Series event: “Networking For Ambition: How High-Achieving Women Build Their Networks”. Workshop with networking expert and coach, J. Kelly Hoey, Wednesday 12 June, 6:30pm, Bank of Ireland Hub. Sign-up via Eventbrite.
- Enrollment for Women with Ambition’s Golf Society has opened, and lessons have begun. Beginner and Intermediate level opportunities are available this summer. Please email info@womenwithambitionny.com for more information.
- Women with Ambition is excited to be launching both their official membership, and their network newsletter with information on all upcoming events and other happenings. Please email info@womenwithambitionny.com for more information.
New York Irish Center: For tickets and more information about the events below, please see their website.
- Thursday, June 13 at 7:00pm - CraicFest LGBTQ Film Screening: New York Irish Center and CraicFest present the feature film NOTES FROM SHEEPLAND, with a talkback with director Cara Holmes and a wine reception to follow. For tickets and information, see here.
- Friday, June 14 at 7:00pm - CAOMHIN O FEARGHAIL performs as part of the Blarney Star Concert Series. For tickets and information, see here.
- Thursday, June 27 at 7:00pm - Reelin' in the Shorts: An evening dedicated to 6 short films from filmmakers in New York and Ireland, including a new short film starring Geraldine Hughes and Brenda Meaney. For tickets and information, see here.
The American Irish Historical Society: For tickets and information about the events below, please see their website.
- Saturday, June 1st at 2:00pm: Honoring Indigenous Aid, by Dr. Christine Kinealy, in conjunction with the National Famine Museum of Ireland. Remembering the Choctaw and Cherokee Nations that contributed to Irish Famine relief in 1847 shortly after their traumatic journeys to Indian Territory (now Oklahoma) on the Trail of Tears.
- Monday, June 3rd at 6:00pm: Paul O Dwyer: An Irish Passion for Justice (ZOOM ONLY) - The authors will discuss an enthralling and inspiring New York immigrant story that uncovers how one person can make a difference in the world by holding true to their ideals.
- Wednesday, June 5th at 6:00pm: John Millington Synge and the Aran Islands - James MacGuire examines Synge’s background and early life, and recounts the origins of the Irish Literary Revival, and describes the influence the Aran Islands had on Synge's writing.
- Monday, June 10th at 5:30pm: Liam Lynch - To Declare a Republic (ZOOM ONLY) - Gerard Shannon, author of the most recent biography of Lynch, explores the life of this fascinating, influential figure, who remains one of the most commemorated and celebrated figures of his era.
- Tuesday, June 11th at 6:00pm: Back Roads and Better Angels: A Journey into the Heart of American Democracy - Frank Barry traveled across America to meet people of different political stripes and investigate what holds America together. His book peels back the myths that shape our identity, delving into race and religion, examining how we have overcome the gravest threats to democracy.
- Sunday, June 16th at 3:00pm: Molly’s Soliloguy with Eilin O Dea. Hear the last words of one of Ireland’s most famous works of literature to celebrate Blooms Day. Purchase tickets here.
- Monday, June 17th at 6:00pm: St. Patrick’s Day For All, 25th Anniversary – Pride Event - Please join us for a panel discussion to celebrate Pride and the 25th anniversary of St. Pat's For All. Featuring Christine Quinn, Danny Dromm, Brendan Fay, Kathleen Walsh D’Arcy and Archley Prudent.
New York – New Belfast 2024: For tickets and more information, please see their website.
- Thursday, 6 June at 11:30am – The 15th Annual New York-New Belfast Conference Luncheon will take place at the New York Athletic Club. Join them to hear from the pioneers of peace and progress who are really making a difference in Belfast – and take up their invite to partner their efforts in the time ahead.
Emerald Isle Immigration Centre: For more information, please see their website.
- Wednesday, June 12 at 6:00pm - please join us for EIIC's biggest fundraising event of the year, the Celtic Cruise! Experience sailing around Manhattan while enjoying live music, delectable buffet-style cuisine, and an open bar. Set sail with us on the evening of June 12th for an unforgettable evening. For tickets and further details, please visit the Celtic Charities website or simply scan the QR code on the 'Save the Date' postcards distributed today and located at desk as you leave.
Irish Rep Upcoming Events
Transatlantic Residency, a collaboration between Irish Rep & Fishamble, will stage readings of full length works by CN Smith, Felispeaks, Jade Jordan and Kwaku Fortune on June 17 & 18 2024
Féile Bród (Pride Fest 2024)
The festival will span two evenings, Thursday, June 27, and Friday, June 28 in the W. Scott McLucas Studio Theatre. Thursday features an evening of storytelling and dance, in collaboration with Nick Eibler of Queer to Tell and Irish dance and drag performer Héruma Hazit. The evening will also feature Irish Dancers Kaitlyn Sardin and KJ Campbell. Queer To Tell is a NYC-born national storytelling series that features LGBTQIA+ storytellers and takes place at Queer-owned/affirming spaces across the country. Friday features the cabaret show There Will Be Rainbows, written and performed by Stefan Fae (Stephen Quinn), accompanied by Matthew Ricketts.
On Beckett, conceived & performed by Bill Irwin runs from July 10 - August 4 2024