Off the Shelf: Kala
As the story begins, the six, three boys and three girls, are perched on their bikes preparing to hurtle down a steep hill and through a narrow gap at the bottom where the path meets the main road. The idea
Akron Irish: Green Season
I found out that the overgrown hedgerows were a by-product of a study done by a citizen group. Ireland, again punching above their national weight, were the first country in the world to conduct a Citizens’ Assembly on Biodiversity Loss in 2022.
Akron Irish: Feel the Power
When friends ask us about planning a trip to Ireland, Dublin is always at the top of their lists. They ask about the pubs, Trinity, Guinness and th
Cleveland Irish: Thems and Yous
By Francis McGarry When my son TJ was young, it was stressed to him the importance of reading. He had daily “reading time,” yet it was not a chore for […]
Akron Irish: Gone to the Dogs
When Did Dogs Become Domesticated? At what point did this happen for dogs? Primitive man was thinking way more about food and making
Akron Irish: Haunted
By Lisa O’Rourke Shane MacGowan has left us after a long illness. In his case, long illness means that he spent over half of his adult life, with “a year, […]
Irish Lit: Epiphany
By Dr. Jeanne Colleran You may be just settling in to read this magazine as the Christmas season comes to a close, with the Feast of Epiphany. For all of […]
Mayo Delegation’s Visit to Cleveland
By Yvonne Corcoran Loftus, Curator, Michael Davitt Museum The Michael Davitt Museum in Straide, County Mayo had the great privilege of accompanying the Pat Chambers Civil War Collection to Cleveland […]
Cleveland Irish: Where Did O-H-I-O Come From?
Francis McGarry delves into the historical narrative of Ohio, connecting it to global conflicts and economic forces. It highlights the impact of the Beaver Wars, the introduction of corn, and the role of Native American groups in shaping the region. McGarry also touches on Irish trade in Ohio and the presence of the Irish in colonial America.
Blowin’ In: Blackberry Season Redux
As summer transitions to autumn, the author reflects on the changing season, blackberry picking, and the passage of time. Memories of loved ones, travel adventures, and the circle of life blend in this heartfelt piece.
