Through May 30, 2010

“Moon Shot - JFK and Space Exploration” Exhibit

John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum
Columbia Point, Boston
9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. | $10 | $8 for seniors over 62 | $7 for children 13-17 | Free for children 12 and under
1 866 JFK-1960 | jfklibrary.org

In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the first Moon landing and President Kennedy’s grand vision that made the achievement possible In 1961, President Kennedy challenged the nation to land a man on the Moon and return him safely to Earth before the end of the decade. Appealing to the spirit of adventure, to patriotic pride, and to the cause of freedom, his words ignited one of the greatest technological mobilizations in U.S. history. Eight years later, on July 20, 1969, two American astronauts landed on the Moon’s surface.

Through October 31, 2010

“Poetry and Power: The Inaugural Address of John F. Kennedy”

John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum
Columbia Point, Boston
9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. | $10 | $8 for seniors over 62 | $7 for children 13-17 | Free for children 12 and under
1 866 JFK-1960 | jfklibrary.org

This is the Museum’s first exhibit on the drafting of President Kennedy’s inaugural address. Included will be rarely viewed original documents, many of which have never been publicly displayed by the Kennedy Library, which reveal how the speech was composed and the steps in the drafting process.

Through September 30, 2010

“The Making of the President” Exhibit

John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum
Columbia Point, Boston
9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. | $10 | $8 for seniors over 62 | $7 for children 13-17 | Free for children 12 and under
1 866 JFK-1960 | jfklibrary.org

The JFK Library has unveiled a special display of archival material and museum objects from the Library’s collection that explores the elements of John F. Kennedy’s life that prepared him for a career in public service. Among the themes – the Kennedy family life, his education at Harvard University, Naval Service during World War II, foreign travels in Europe and Asia, and his authorship of two books.

Through March 21

The Lion King

The Opera House
539 Washington Street, Boston
1-866-523-7469 | 1-800-982-2787 | broadwayacrossamerica.com

Marvel at the breathtaking spectacle of animals brought to life by a cast of more than 40 actors. See savannah comes to life. As the music soars, Giraffes strut, birds swoop, gazelles leap. Don't miss it!

March 1

JFK Forum: A Conversation with Senator Paul Kirk

John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum
Columbia Point, Boston
5:30-7:00 p.m. | Free | Register here.
617-514-1643 | jfklibrary.org

Senator Paul Kirk reflects on his long friendship with Senator Edward M. Kennedy, his experience in the United State Senate, and his insights into the state of our national politics.  Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Tom Oliphant, formerly of The Boston Globe, moderates. Reservations strongly recommended.

March 4-7

A Taste of Kinsale, Ireland -- Newport - - WIN FREE TIX!

The Newport Marriott Hotel Atrium
25 America’s Cup Avenue, Newport, RI
6-8 p.m. | $25 | 401-845-9130
Schedule here | gonewport.com

Win free tix to the opening night event and enjoy appetizer-sized samples of “Irish infused” culinary delicacies prepared by the talented chefs from Kinsale and Newport! 
Click here to view Winner of FREE TIX!

March 6

Imelda May & Jamie Cullum in Concert

House of Blues
15 Lansdowne Street, Boston
1-888-693-BLUE | houseofblues.com

Ireland's queen of rockabilly makes her first Boston appearance.  Born in Dublin, Imelda May recently played live at the Grammy Awards in a tribute to guitar master Les Paul.

March 7

Irish Tea Party

Irish Tea Party
Irish Cultural Centre at Elms College
Chicopee
413 265-2537 | irish-cairde.org

Celebrate St. Patrick with entertainment and refreshments. An afternoon show that features local musicians and dancers, as well as refreshments, raffles and selection of essay contest winners from local children.

March 7

JFK Forum: Ending Child Poverty:
The Legacy of Senator Edward M. Kennedy

John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum
Columbia Point, Boston
2:00-3:30 p.m. | Free | Register here.
617-514-1643 | jfklibrary.org

Marian Wright Edelman, President of the Children's Defense Fund; Shirley Sagawa, a former member of Senator Kennedy's staff; Christina Paxson, Dean of the Woodrow Wilson School and Co-Editor of The Future of Children; and others pay tribute to Senator Kennedy's commitment to improving the lives of children living in poverty. 

March 9

Riverdance:
Farewell Performance! - - WIN TIX!

Verizon Wireless Arena
555 Elm St, Manchester, New Hampshire
1-800-745-3000 | 8:00 p.m. | $34 - $74
Purchase tix here | livenation.com

It has b een 15 years since Riverdance first stomped its way onto the world stage thrilling millions of people around the globe. Now, the thunderous celebration of Irish music, song and dance returns to North America on its Farewell Tour. You'll definitely want to catch this show one last time and here's your chance.

Winners of FREE TIX announced here

March 9

The Chieftains:
Presented by The Hanover Theatre - - WIN TIX!

The Hanover Theatre
2 Southbridge Street, Worcester
$43.50 - $55.50 | 7:30 p.m.
1-877-571-SHOW | Purchase tickets here | thehanovertheatre.org

Six-time Grammy winners and nineteen-time Grammy nominees, The Chieftains continue to maintain an international touring schedule that has brought them before literally millions of fans on every continent.
Winners of FREE TIX announced here

March 10

The Celtic Tenors:
Presented by Showcase Live

Showcase Live
23 Patriot Place, Foxborough
6pm Doors (Dinner & Best Seating) | 8pm Showtime | $25
508-543-5640 | ShowcaseLive.com | Tickets

The Celtic Tenors have established themselves as the most successful classical crossover artists ever to emerge from Ireland. In 2000, following an impromptu audition at EMI in London, the Celtic Tenors were signed on the spot to an international record deal, a highly unusual event that was the talk of the music industry.   Their live show is an experience overflowing with vitality and variety from start to finish.

March 11

The Chieftains:
Presented by Lowell Memorial Auditorium: - - WIN TIX!

Lowell Memorial Auditorium
50 East Merrimack Street, Lowell
$39.75 - $49.75 | 7:30 p.m.
978 454-2299 | Purchase tickets here | lowellauditorium.com

The trappings of fame have not altered The Chieftains' love of, and loyalty to, their roots - they are as comfortable playing spontaneous Irish sessions as they are headlining a concert at Carnegie Hall. After all these years of making some of the most beautiful music in the world, The Chieftains' music remains as fresh and relevant as when they first began. Click here to view winners of FREE TIX!

March 11

American Ireland Fund: Boston Young Leaders -
St. Patrick's Celebration

The Wharf Room, Boston Harbor Hotel
70 Rowes Wharf, Boston
7-10 pm | 617 574-0720 | $125 | Purchase tix here | irlfunds.org

St. Patrick's Day Celebrations for Boston Young Leaders of the American Ireland Fund. Open bar and hors d’oeuvres. Silent auction & raffle. Live band Devri.

March 11

Texas Hold’em to Benefit Donny Higgins

Florian Hall, Dorchester
5:00 pm Registration, 6:00 pm Deal
Paul Harvey 781-727-6280 | Jimmy Kenney 617-438-4917 | Dan Magoon 617-275-9493
friendsofdonnyhiggins.com

Player Buy In: $100.00. Cash Prize's. Light Snacks and Refreshments Served. Cash Bar.
Boston's Donny Higgins is a loving husband, father, son, brother and friend of the people of South Boston.  This special benefit raises funds to help the Higgins family as Donny grapples with stage four health issues.

March 12

The hothouse Flowers:
Presented by Showcase Live

Showcase Live
23 Patriot Place, Foxborough
6pm Doors (Dinner & Best Seating) | 8pm Showtime | $20 (limited seating)
508-543-5640 | ShowcaseLive.com | Tickets

With their fifth and latest studio album, ‘Into Your Heart’, Hothouse Flowers are planning to steal their way into hearts everywhere. "The one thing I tell everyone," says Hothouse Flowers guitarist Fiachna O’Braonain, "is that this record is the most raw, soulful record we have ever done."

March 12

Swing Into Spring Fundraiser

The Common Market, Café Main Room
97 Willard street, Quincy
Purchase tickets at Corcoran Brokerage | 617 698-5900 | $20 | 7pm to midnight

Cash bar, complimentary hors d’oeuvres, live entertainment by Old Bridgade, a performance by Clifden Academy of Irish Dancers and a special appearance by singer Pauline Wells. The event is sponsored by Corcoran Brokerage and Common Market. All proceeds to benefit Milton High School athletics.

March 12-14

Reagle Players Presents: A Little Bit of Ireland

Robinson Theatre
617 Lexington Street, Waltham
AD: $32 - $45 | CH (5-18 yrs): $25 | Seniors: $1 off | Students 1/2 price 1 hour before show
781-891-5600 | Groups 781-894-2330 | reagleplayers.com | Buy Tix here

Features Broadway leading lady Sarah Pfisterer, star of Show Boat and The Phantom of the Opera. Two-time world Irish step dance champion, Liam Harney and the Harney Academy dancers, funnyman Jerry Walker, the impressive Massachusetts Harp Ensemble, and Boston area favorites, Larry Reynolds and Comhaltas, and a lively Reagle Chorale of thirty performers. Classic Irish entertainment not to be missed!

March 12

Odessa Philharmonic Orchestra Live at Mechanics Hall

Mechanics Hall
321 Main Street, Worcester
$42 - $46 | 508 752-0888 | mechanicshall.org

Pre-Concert Talk: 7:00 p.m. Performance: 8:00 p.m.
During his 19-year tenure, Conductor Hobart Earle has elevated the Orchestra to a position of international prominence, unprecedented in the history of the organization. In recognition of his work, Earle was awarded the title "Distinguished Artist of the Ukraine," the first and only foreigner ever to be so honored.

March 12 and 26

Boston Basketball Package

Omni Parker House
60 School Street, Boston
From $369 per night - a 15% discount.
1-800-THE-OMNI | omniparkerhouse.com

Book this Boston Basketball Package and receive deluxe guestroom accommodations, complimentary breakfast for two in Parker's Restaurant and two tickets to a Celtics game…it’s a slam dunk!
See specific game dates and times here.

March 13

JFK Library Presents: Themselves - - An Immigrant's Story

John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum
Columbia Point, Boston
10:30 am | Free Performances For Children Ages 5 and Up
617 514-1644 - - Reservations required | jfklibrary.org

What is it like to leave home and settle in a new country? Follow a young nineteenth-century Irish woman on a journey to America. Hear about her struggle to begin a new life while keeping her Irish heritage alive in this interactive performance featuring storytelling, traditional music, and an Irish jig! 

March 14

South Boston’s St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast

Boston Convention & Exhibition Hall
415 Summer Street Boston, MA 02210
617 269-HART | jackhart.org

State Senator Jack Hart of South Boston hosts this enjoyable breakfast roast of local politicians, all in good fun, to kick off Irish celebrations throughout the city.

March 14

Lawrence Hosts Traditional Irish Breakfast
As part of Irish Heritage Month Celebrations

Claddagh Pub & Restaurant
399 Canal Street, Lawrence
8:00 am - 12:00 noon | $9
978 688-8337 | www.homestead.com/div8aoh

Hosted by Mayor William Lantigua. The Menu includes Eggs, Irish Bacon, Irish Sausage, Barry’s Irish Tea, Scones, Brown Bread, Irish Soda Bread, Black and White Pudding. Sponsored by Division 8 AOH and LAOH, the Irish Foundation and the Claddagh Friendship Society.
See Irish Heritage Month full line up here.

March 14

Pendragon - Celebrate St. Patrick's Day

Blackstone River Theatre
549 Broad Street, Cumberland, RI
7:00 p.m. | $15 | 401-725-9272 | riverfolk.org

New England has long had a rich tradition of Celtic-inspired music. Having celebrated their 25th anniversary in 2008, Pendragon has embraced that tradition and created a timeless sound of its own, performing roots music with an unmistakable contemporary edge. More here.

March 16

Black 47: Presented by Showcase Live

Showcase Live
23 Patriot Place, Foxborough
6pm Doors (Dinner & Best Seating) | 8pm Showtime | $15
508-543-5640 | ShowcaseLive.com | Tickets

Black 47 earned their chops playing the pub scene in Manhattan and self-producing their first indie record, Black 47, before converting The Cars' Ric Ocasek to the cause and gaining mainstream attention with their second album.

March 17

Enter the Haggis: Presented by Showcase Live

Showcase Live
23 Patriot Place, Foxborough
6pm Doors | 8pm Showtime | $10 (Standing room only)
508-543-5640 | ShowcaseLive.com | Tickets

Over the past three albums and five years, Toronto’s Celtic rock band Enter The Haggis has found itself at the center of a grassroots success story ever teetering on the brink of mainstream success. From playing Celtic festivals to headlining them, and from the festival circuit to selling out multiple nights in rock venues, ETH has blazed a path with heavy and almost constant touring up and down the East Coast.

March 17

Celtic Crossroads Live at Mechanics Hall

Mechanics Hall
321 Main Street, Worcester
$25 | 508 752-0888 | mechanicshall.org | Tickets

Celtic Crossroads is critically acclaimed as "the most exhilarating and authentic show to come from Ireland in decades. It is an explosion of youthful energy and dazzling musicianship. Celtic Crossroads abounds with fusions of traditional Irish music, bluegrass, gypsy and jazz while pulsating with the rhythms of exciting Irish dance percussion. See video here.

March 17

Seamus Connolly Trio at Tamo Bar

Tamo Bar at Seaport Hotel Boston
One Seaport Lane, Boston
5pm – 7pm & 8pm - 10pm
617 385-4000 | seaportboston.com

Enjoy live traditional Irish music by the legendary Seamus Connolly (ten times Irish National Fiddle Champion) along with Laurel Martin (Fiddle) and Kevin McElroy (Banjo, Bodhran, and Guitar). Enjoy a traditional boiled dinner, Shepherd's Pie, or choose from the delightful cuisine of Chef Rachel Klein for dinner or appetizers.

March 17

Tri Ceol

The Beehive Club
541 Tremont Street, Boston
617 423-0069 | beehiveboston.com

Join the Beehive's third annual St. Patrick's Day celebration with Tri Ceol, an exciting Celtic band specializing in Irish and Cape Breton dance music.

March 17

The Boston Celtics vs. New York Knicks

TD Garden
100 Legends Way, Boston
7:30 pm
Directions | Buy tix

The Boston Celtics match up again the New York Knicks on St. Patrick's Day!

March 17

Charitable Irish Society Dinner

Featuring Writer James Carroll
Hampshire House
84 Beacon Street, Boston
617 304 4898

March 18

Cape Breton Dance Music
Kimberly Fraser and Troy MacGillivray

Boston College
Connolly House, 300 Hammond Street, Chestnut Hll
6:30-8:30 pm | 617 552-0490 | bc.edu

Hosted by Gaelic Roots program at BC, headed by fiddle master Seamus Connolly.

March 19-20

Hogan's Goat at Tamo Bar

Tamo Bar at Seaport Hotel Boston
One Seaport Lane, Boston
7pm - 10pm
617 385-4000 | seaportboston.com

The celebration continues through the weekend with local favorite Hogan’s Goat. A three piece band featuring traditional Irish music, Ballads and Sea Shanties. The Irish favorites will remain on the menu (boiled dinner, Shepherd's Pie) along with sliders, gourmet pizza and lots of delicious finger foods for sharing.

March 20

Very Hungry Caterpiller and other Eric Carle Favorites

Colonial Theatre
106 Boylston Street, Boston
broadwayacrossamerica.com

Eric Carle’s Very Hungry Caterpillar, Little Cloud and Mixed-Up Chameleon spring to life on stage through the colorful black light puppetry of the Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia.

March 23

Andy Cooney's Forever Irish
As part of Irish Heritage Month Celebrations

Claddagh Pub & Restaurant
399 Canal Street, Lawrence
$25 | For tix call: Anne-Marie Nyhan-Doherty at 978-390-3400, Mary Ellen Pelletier 978-886-5062 or
William Sullivan at 978-682-4875

Singing star Andy Cooney is joined by Ireland’s King of Blarney George Casey, Celtic Folk Artist Kate Purcell, the Darrah Carr Dance Troup and Irish America’s Greatest Musicians. Sponsored by Division 8 Ladies and Men Ancient Order of Hibernians. See Irish Heritage Month full line up here.

March 24

Beantown Swing Orchestra Live at Mechanics Hall

Mechanics Hall
321 Main Street, Worcester
Brown Bag Concert Series | Free | Noon
508 752-0888 | mechanicshall.org

Boston's best in classic big band swing. The Beantown Swing Orchestra, featuring American Idol finalist John Stevens, is one of the hottest and hippest swing bands in the Northeast United States.

March 25

Music from Ireland, New England, Appalachia and Scandinavia
Cindy Kallet and Grey Larsen

Boston College
Connolly House, 300 Hammond Street, Chestnut Hll
6:30-8:30 pm | 617 552-0490 | bc.edu

Cross the Water:  Songs and Tunes from Ireland, New England, Appalachia, and Scandinavia.
Hosted by Gaelic Roots program at BC, headed by fiddle master Seamus Connolly.

March 25-28

The 11th annual Irish Film Festival

Brattle Theatre and Somerville Theater
Screening $9 each, All receptions free, All Access Festival Pass $50 |
Tickets here | irishfilmfestival.com

Among the films selected to be screened are the hit Irish comedy Wide Open Spaces and the award-winning documentary The Yellow Bittern: The Life and Times of Liam Clancy. Gabriel Byrne will be present for a screening of Gabriel Byrne: Stories from Home. Receptions will be held in Davis Square at the Burren Pub & Orleans and in Harvard Square at Grafton Street Pub.

March 27

Kimberly Fraser & Troy MacGillivray /
Matt & Shannon Heaton in Concert

Blackstone River Theatre
549 Broad Street, Cumberland, RI
8:00 pm | $15 AD, $7 CH
401 725-9272 | riverfolk.org

A great evening featuring award-winning fiddler Kimberly Fraser and pianist/fiddler Troy MacGillivray from Cape Breton and Boston's own Matt & Shannon Heaton (pictured left) playing traditional Irish, original and American roots music.

March 31

Ball in the House Live at Mechanics Hall

Mechanics Hall
321 Main Street, Worcester
Brown Bag Concert Series | Free | Noon
508 752-0888 | mechanicshall.org

This five-man, pop/R and B "mouth band" hails from Boston, where they live and perform when not touring on the road. Originally formed as a quartet by founder and current vocal percussionist Jon J., Ball in the House is on its way to becoming one of the most-loved acts in the a cappella community today.