BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Gerry O'Connor - ECPv6.15.14//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://gerryoconnor.net X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Gerry O'Connor REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240526 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240531 DTSTAMP:20260404T201551 CREATED:20231221T132129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231221T132129Z UID:46304-1716681600-1717113599@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Northshore Strings Summer Camp\, Covington\, LA\, USA DESCRIPTION:I will return to the North Shore Summer Camp\, Covington\, LA\, USA and give a series of fiddle workshops\, concerts\, sessions and lectures\nFor all enquiries please contact Annie Young Bridges at nsstringsllc@gmail.com URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/northshore-strings-summer-camp-covington-la-usa/ CATEGORIES:Concerts,irish dance,Irish fiddle masterclass,Irish Fiddle tuition,irish music,lecture END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240602 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240603 DTSTAMP:20260404T201551 CREATED:20240111T114855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T114855Z UID:46307-1717286400-1717372799@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Westbrook\, ME with Kevin McElroy DESCRIPTION:Conant Homestead\, ME 04092. – with Kevin McElroy https://\n www.facebook.com/theConantHomestead/ URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/westbrook-gerryoconnor-with-kevin-mcelroy/ CATEGORIES:Concerts,Irish fiddle masterclass,irish music,Irish song,lecture END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240725T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240725T213000 DTSTAMP:20260404T201551 CREATED:20240111T115432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T115432Z UID:46308-1721935800-1721943000@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Lowell\, MA with Kevin McElroy DESCRIPTION:Kevin McElroy and I will play a concert of traditional Irish music and songs at the Lovell Brick Church for the Performing Arts\, 502 Christian Hill Road in Lovell\, Maine. URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/6368/ CATEGORIES:Concerts,irish music,Irish song END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241220 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241223 DTSTAMP:20260404T201551 CREATED:20241206T144304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T144304Z UID:46319-1734652800-1734911999@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Concerts and Workshop in Normandy\, France\, Dec 20-22\, 2024 DESCRIPTION:I will play a short series of concerts and a fiddle workshop in Normandy\, France. \nFriday Dec 20th – Le Chat Perché . +33763315348 https://www.lechatperche-pub.com\n 522 Chem. de l’Église\, 14130 Saint-Julien-sur-Calonne\, France \nSat. Dec. 21st – Les Soeurs Pinard. +33231611849 http://www.lessoeurspinard.fr.\n 4 Av. Sainte-Thérèse\, 14100 Lisieux\, France \nSun. Dec 22nd – Le centre équestre le Mesnil d’Argences. Tel : 02 31 23 97 56. https://www.equitation-normandie.com\n  519 Chemin de Blamont\, Le Mesnil. 14370 ARGENCES. Tel : 02 31 23 97 56.\n Workshop / Stage 14;30 Concert @ 17;00 URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/concerts-and-workshop-in-normandy-france-dec-20-22-2024/ CATEGORIES:Concerts,Irish fiddle masterclass,Irish Fiddle tuition,irish music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250410 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250414 DTSTAMP:20260404T201551 CREATED:20250220T105904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T105904Z UID:46326-1744243200-1744588799@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Thomas D’Arcy McGee 200th Anniversary Celebration - Carlingford comes to Canada DESCRIPTION:Carlingford County Louth (where McGee was born) and Ottawa (where he died) join forces to celebrate\none of the great Founding Fathers of the Canadian Confederation. \nThe team behind the Thomas D’Arcy McGee Summer School since 2011 will present\, in\ncollaboration with local Ottawa enthusiasts\, a 3-day celebration of McGee’s 200th\nanniversary.\nThe programme will include;\n The Trial of Thomas D’Arcy McGee; written my Anthony Russell\n Traditional Irish Concert with Gerry O’Connor & friends\n Traditional Irish Music Anniversary Sessions (all levels welcome) \nOptional events \n Fiddle Masterclass traditional Music from the Oriel region of South Ulster (intermediary/master)\, by Gerry O’Connor\n Tin whistle lessons (beginner /intermediary)\, by Tommy Fegan\n Two unique audio-visual presentations on Irish traditional music;\n “The Rose in The Gap” – Dance Music from South East Ulster”\, Gerry O’Connor\n “Irish Travellers and Irish traditional music; a distinct cultural style on the verge of extinction.” Tommy Fegan URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/thomas-darcy-mcgee-200th-anniversary-carlingford-comes-to-canada/ CATEGORIES:Concerts,conference,Irish fiddle masterclass END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250714 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250720 DTSTAMP:20260404T201551 CREATED:20250219T153037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T153037Z UID:46323-1752451200-1752969599@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Catskills Irish Arts Week 2025 DESCRIPTION:July 14-19 Catskills Irish Arts Week\, East Durham\, NY USA \nThe Catskills Irish Arts Week features a jam-packed\, fun-filled roster of activities and opportunities for students to mix and mingle with world-class instructors\, meet friends new and old\, and immerse yourself in the music and culture. \nClasses Am and PM of 90 mins duration \nhttps://www.facebook.com/CatskillsIrishArtsWeek/ URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/catskills-irish-arts-week-2025/ CATEGORIES:Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250812 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250820 DTSTAMP:20260404T201551 CREATED:20250219T153145Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T153145Z UID:46324-1754956800-1755647999@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Milwaukee Irish Fest 2025 DESCRIPTION:August 12-17\, Milwaukee Irish Fest\, Milwaukee\, WI\, USA \nI will play at the Opening Reception on Monday\, August 12th\, followed by a Q&A interview. about my musical life and the publication” The Rose in the Gap” \n August 12\, 13\, 14; Two classes per day (one for intermediate\, one for advanced)\, 90 minutes per class\, on each of the three days: \nAugust 15th; Friday One-off workshop for 90 minutes \nAugust 15th Friday @ 5:45-6:45 performance on “An Gaeltacht” Stage \nhttps://irishfest.com URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/milwaukee-irish-fest-2025/ CATEGORIES:Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250902 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250905 DTSTAMP:20260404T201551 CREATED:20250219T153330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T153330Z UID:46325-1756771200-1757030399@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Thomas D'Arcy McGee School 2025 DESCRIPTION:Sept. 2-4 Thomas D’Arcy McGee School\, Carlingford\, Co. Louth \nhttps://thomasdarcymcgee.com URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/thomas-darcy-mcgee-school-2025/ CATEGORIES:Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251023 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251027 DTSTAMP:20260404T201551 CREATED:20250614T121847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250614T121847Z UID:46333-1761177600-1761523199@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:O’Flaherty’s Irish Music Retreat\,  Texas DESCRIPTION:The O’Flaherty Irish Music Retreat is the premier event in the lineup of educational camps and events organized by the Traditional Irish Music Education Society (TIMES). \nEach year\, we convene for three days of core classes\, enrichment classes\, workshops\, sessions\, concerts\, dances\, and camaraderie. The retreat is a culturally unique\, educational event where you can immerse yourself in traditional Irish music and dance with a community of motivated students and gifted teachers. \nNamed in honor of Jim O’Flaherty\, a musician who immigrated from Ireland to North Texas spreading the Irish music tradition through his family\, friends and community\, the O’Flaherty Irish Music Retreat continues with the commitment to helping others learn\, enjoy\, and grow in this rich cultural tradition. Read about our history… \nEach year we invite internationally respected musicians and dancers from Ireland and beyond within the Irish music tradition to teach our classes and perform in concerts held at the Hoblitzelle Camp & Conference Center in Midlothian\, Texas. We also engage a core group of local and area-wide volunteers and staff who are dedicated to making the retreat experience memorable for our participants. The O’Flaherty Irish Music Retreat is a gathering of lovers of Irish music and dance who come together annually to foster cultural traditions that so many of us hold close to our hearts. URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/oflahertys-irish-music-retreat-texas/ CATEGORIES:Concerts,irish dance,Irish fiddle masterclass,Irish Fiddle tuition,irish music,Irish song,lecture END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251101T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251101T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T201551 CREATED:20251005T174513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251005T174513Z UID:46340-1762025400-1762025400@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Rio Rancho NM DESCRIPTION:Evening House concert \nReservations / Info 404-863-7037. steplers@bellsouth.net URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/rio-rancho-nm/ CATEGORIES:Concerts,irish music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251108 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251110 DTSTAMP:20260404T201551 CREATED:20250522T122804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T122804Z UID:46331-1762560000-1762732799@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Austin Celtic Festival DESCRIPTION:The Austin Celtic Festival is a premier celebration of Celtic culture\, music and arts\, held annually in Austin\, Texas. This vibrant festival brings together top-tier performers\, musicians\, dancers\, and artists from around the world to showcase the rich traditions of Ireland\, Scotland\, Wales\, and other Celtic nations.\n​\nA friendly family event\, fun for all ages\, and open to all.\nGet your tickets today.\nNo tickets sales at the gate. Online only.\nDon Penzien and I will play and teach at The Austin Celtic Festival\, which offers the highest quality regional and international Celtic artists with an extraordinary lineup of talent \nParticipate as a student in the ACF School of Traditional Arts. From beginner courses to master workshops in music\, lectures\, you can leave the ACF with new techniques\,\ninsights and experiences. URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/austin-celtic-festival/ CATEGORIES:Concerts,irish dance,Irish fiddle masterclass,Irish Fiddle tuition,irish music,Irish song END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251112T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251112T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T201551 CREATED:20251104T202114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T202114Z UID:46348-1762974000-1762981200@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:GOStrings DESCRIPTION:A breathtaking performance of traditional Irish fiddle tunes set to new\, original arrangements for Irish Fiddle Solo with String Quartet\, Quintet\, or Orchestra. This program is designed to share the elegant beauty & driving energy of the Irish fiddle tradition with orchestra programs in high schools and colleges\, as well as with smaller performing string ensembles. Tonight’s GO Strings ensemble is Hillary Wagner\, Jennifer Eyink\, Lois Ramey\, and Anna Bumiller Bowman. \nGerry grew up in Dundalk\, County Louth\, in a family of musicians. His mother\, Rose\, taught fiddle in their home for 40 years. Gerry’s musical history starts with winning All-Ireland titles in the late 60s-’70s\, travels through playing with master of Sligo fiddle player John Joe Gardiner\, and touring & recording with members of Planxty\, Bothy Band\, De Dannan\, Boys of the Lough\, and the Chieftains. Today\, Gerry tours with The Irish Rovers. As a soloist\, he performs\, teaches\, & lectures all over the world. He and his music show no signs of slowing down! URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/gostrings/ CATEGORIES:Concerts,Irish Fiddle tuition,irish music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260525 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531 DTSTAMP:20260404T201551 CREATED:20250915T103315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T090240Z UID:46337-1779667200-1780185599@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:NorthShore Strings Fiddle Camp\, Covington\, LA\, USA DESCRIPTION:NorthShore Strings annual Fiddle Camp in Covington\, LAClassical and Traditional String Performance and Educationhttps://www.nsstrings.org/\n\nhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573609838963\nThrough professional performance and dynamic instruction the Northshore Strings showcases the power and versatility of string music across Classical\, Celtic\, Cajun\, Jazz\, and Bluegrass genres. We are here to…\nEmpower musicians\, young and old\, professional or novice.\nEnrich the community.\nCelebrate the traditions of string playing. URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/northshore-strings-fiddle-camp-covington-la-founder-director-at/ CATEGORIES:Concerts,Irish fiddle masterclass,Irish Fiddle tuition,irish music END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR