Here is a link for the information on the LAOH Irish History Writing Contest: 2013-2014-Irish-Writing-Contest-Student-Rules-9-121

Irish Writing Contest

Just received information on the LAOH Irish Writing Contest. It is open to all students in grades 6 to 12. For more information go to http://www.ladiesaoh.com, or email slbenz@gmail.com.

Irish and Celtic Music Podcast

Here is another plug for Marc Gunn's Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. I really enjoy listening to it.

St. Patrick's Month

I can't believe that tomorrow will be the month of March. As some people refer to it as St. Patrick's Month. Many Irish events will take place during this time. The highlights are usually the parades. In Rhode Island the cities of Pawtucket, Newport, West Warwick and Providence hold parades. Something new this year, in conjunction with the Providence St. Patrick's Day Parade on March 21st, there will be a 5K race. Check out http://www.stpats5k.com and http://www.newportirish.com.

Podcasts

I have spent the afternoon catching up on listening to The Irish and Celtic Music Podcast on my mp3 player. I have been behind a couple of podcasts. I like this podcast because it airs a variety of music from traditional to rock. If you are looking for some Irish music, listen to this.

Newport Irish Festival

This is the weekend for the Newport Irish Festival. I am hoping to go to it. Black 47 is performing on Saturday evening. I'm not sure what day I'll be attending, but it is a good time on any day.

Rhode Island Irish Famine Memorial

I was looking at an old post about the Irish Famine Memorial, and remembered that I had taken pictures of it earlier this year.