CURRENT ISSUE:  OCTOBER 2023

Speak Irish: Leabharlann Phoiblí

After joining Cleveland Public Library’s International Languages and Foreign Literature Department, she persuaded her manager to allow her to take over the library’s Irish, Scottish and Welsh collections that

Speak Irish: More Seanfhocail

By Bob Carney “If you’re gonna stand there and moo, you’d better give milk!” I remember my grandfather saying that to me when I was young. I was complaining about […]

Éasca Péasca (Easy Peasy): Student Stories

Photo of Meghan Osekowski with text Éasca Péasca: Student Stories

Meghan Osekowski, a University of Pittsburgh senior, shares her journey embracing Irish culture. From Irish dance and curragh racing to learning Gaeilge, Meghan highlights the significance of her heritage in her academic and extracurricular pursuits.

Speak Irish: Scél Lemm Dúib

Nollaig shona daoibh means Merry Christmas you all

Explore the ancient Irish perspective on winter through the poetry of Finn MacCumhaill, a legendary figure in Irish mythology. Uncover the sentiments of the eighth or ninth century expressed in the Old Irish poem “Scél Lemm Dúib” and delve into the nuances of its translation. Join the journey back in time to understand the seasonal complaints and observations of days gone by.

This Just In: New Initiative To Promote One of Ireland’s Rarest Pony Breeds

The Belfast City Council has proposed erecting bilingual street signs en bloc across 309 streets in the Gaeltacht Quarter, addressing the backlog of applications for dual-language signage. The proposal will save the council significant time and resources, estimated at over £185,000 compared to handling each street individually. This initiative is particularly significant given West Belfast’s high concentration of Irish speakers and the community’s efforts to promote the Irish language.

This Just In: Could you speak as Gaeilge for 24 hours?

Cromac Street sign in Belfast City

The Belfast City Council has proposed erecting bilingual street signs en bloc across 309 streets in the Gaeltacht Quarter, addressing the backlog of applications for dual-language signage. The proposal will save the council significant time and resources, estimated at over £185,000 compared to handling each street individually. This initiative is particularly significant given West Belfast’s high concentration of Irish speakers and the community’s efforts to promote the Irish language.

Speak Irish: Tús Maith – A Good Start

“I ndiaidh a chéile a thógtar na caisleán!” “Stone by stone builds the castle!”

Explore the foundations of Irish language with Bob Carney’s “Speak Irish: Tús Maith – A Good Start.” From essential vocabulary and verb tenses to sentence structures and weather expressions, this lesson offers a comprehensive guide for beginners. Embrace the building blocks of communication in Irish and enhance your conversational skills.

Éasca Péasca (Easy Peasy): Student Stories – Scoil Rois

Explore the nostalgic student story of Carrie Ann Gobnait McKenna from Scoil Rois in Carrickmacross, County Monaghan. Journey back to the rich world of Gaeilge, Gaelic football, and Irish heritage at this quaint school founded in 1985. A tribute to a remarkable teacher and the unforgettable experiences that shaped generations of students.