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The Cunningham Brothers will be performing on this year\u2019s Celtic Cruise<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

By Paddy McCarthy<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ah, the summer breeze is coming soon and you can feel it already as this weekend it\u2019s going to be in the 70s so be ready with your sunscreen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I have just come back from Ireland as I was over for a few days in Cork City for a couple of events that were happening. The first one was supposedly a surprise for my sister Mary\u2019s<\/strong> birthday that was on Thursday. As it turned out it was not a surprise as I thought, someone let the cat out of the bag accidently so there will be no finger pointing. As it turned out all went even better than expected as she was so happy to see me there and singing happy birthday to her in person rather than on the phone. I had some birthday cake and also homemade Irish stew that she cooked that I love, now that alone was well worth the trip! This all happened around 1 pm in my sister Mary\u2019s house for a couple of hours and it suited me very well as I was going to a function that evening. Mary and her husband Gerald<\/strong> were getting ready for the next day to go on a little trip down to West Cork for a couple of days as the weather was just beautiful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That evening I was invited to a fundraiser for a friend of mine Kieran Kramer<\/strong> who has been suffering for over two years from paralysis infection that he got from an insect bite. He is in a wheelchair and hopefully will be cured soon. The event was held at the Rochestown Park Hotel<\/strong> in Douglas

Compra Levaquin Online<\/a><\/div> , Cork with the cream of Cork talent performing on the evening to a capacity full house. Heading up the cast of performers was Joe Mac<\/strong>, a Cork icon as he is the legendary Dixies <\/strong>drummer who performed all over the world. Another Cork icon was none other than Gina and the Champions<\/strong>, an Irish pop group who were one of the most popular club acts in Ireland playing on the showband circuit and still perform at selected venues around Ireland. There was a lot of other great talent on the evening along with the host of the evening, none other that the man himself, Denis Desmond<\/strong>, who I am proud to say I performed with in our first band. What a fabulous turn out it was with over 600 people there to help Kieran with his medical expenses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now back to what is happening Out&About. Here are a few events that are happening that will interest you. First up, the Irish Business Organization<\/strong> are holding their May Networking Breakfast<\/strong>\u00a0online on Tuesday, May 24th at 8 am via Zoom.\u00a0The guest speaker is\u00a0Martin O\u2019Regan, Founder\/CEO of InFlightFlix<\/strong>. InFlight Flix are creators of premium destination video content for inflight audiences, connecting airline passengers with great experiences at their destination. It\u2019s sure to be a fascinating discussion!\u00a0As always, there\u2019ll be the opportunity to introduce yourself, make your ask or offer, and network, communicate and reciprocate!\u00a0On Wednesday, June 15th musician, writer and playwright Larry Kirwan<\/strong> will be the guest speaker at their June Evening Event. Larry\u2019s play \u201cParadise Square\u201d<\/strong> is on Broadway now – a definite don\u2019t-miss! For more information email info@ibonewyork.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Self Help Africa<\/strong> is partnering with Madison Wells Forward<\/strong>, the philanthropic division of Madison Wells, for a special\u00a0concert event, Broadway for Self Help Africa<\/strong> on Monday, May 23 at 7 pm at The Cutting Room<\/strong>.\u00a0Stars of some of Broadway\u2019s top shows will sparkle for charity when they take to the stage in a special musical benefit. Broadway for Self Help Africa features a stellar cast led by the musical director of Broadway\u2019s hit\u00a0Pretty Woman\u00a0and off-Broadway\u2019s\u00a0Little Shop of Horrors,\u00a0Will Van Dyke<\/strong>! Others taking part include\u00a0Ryann Redmond<\/strong>\u00a0(Bring It On, If\/Then, Frozen),\u00a0Jelani Remy<\/strong>\u00a0(Lion King, Ain’t Too Proud),\u00a0Emily Schultheis<\/strong>\u00a0(Wicked, Almost Famous),\u00a0Kevin Clay<\/strong>\u00a0(The Book Of Mormon),\u00a0CJ Pawlikowski<\/strong>\u00a0(Jersey Boys),\u00a0Jason Gotay<\/strong>\u00a0(Bring It On, Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark, Gossip Girl), Cristina Rae<\/strong> (America\u2019s Got Talent),\u00a0Antoine Smith<\/strong>\u00a0(MJ, The Color Purple, Memphis),\u00a0Michael Hartung<\/strong>\u00a0(Peter Pan Live, Hello, Dolly!),\u00a0Chad Burris<\/strong>\u00a0(Frozen, Mean Girls, Almost Famous) and\u00a0James Harkness<\/strong>\u00a0(Ain\u2019t Too Proud, Beautiful), with more to be announced! Tickets on sale now. Don\u2019t miss this unforgettable evening of song and celebration! Tickets on sale now Don\u2019t miss this unforgettable evening of song and celebration!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here is another great event that you should not miss brought to you by the Co. Kerry P&B Association of NY<\/strong>, Co. Tipperary N&B Association of New York<\/strong> and the Galway Association of New York<\/strong> who present a Trivia Night with Quizmaster Scott Mettey<\/strong> on Friday June 3rd at Kerry Hall<\/strong> (305 McLean Avenue in Yonkers) from 7.30 pm. Teams of four or individuals are welcome with a $25 entry fee per person. Tea, coffee and snacks are available together with a cash bar.\u00a0Proceeds raised will be divided between the Kerry, Tipperary and Galway Associations for future benevolence. See the ad on page 17 in our Digital Edition<\/a> for all the details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The countdown to the 2022 Solace Sunrise Walk<\/strong> has officially begun! They\u2019re gearing up for their annual 5K walk\/run which raises much needed funds and awareness for Solace House<\/strong>. The services provided by Solace House are critical now, more than ever. As depression, anxiety and suicidal ideation continue to increase, the demand for their services has risen drastically.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This year, Solace House is excited to announce several Solace Sunrise Walk locations and dates across the US. To find a venue near you, visit their website at\u00a0solacehouseusa.org\/solace-sunrise-walk<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See you all next week when I am Out&About again\u2026 <\/p>\n

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