Irish Cultural Center at Elms College

"Keeping the Irish Arts Alive"

Upcoming Events

July 26-30, 2010 Celtic Adventures for Kids

The Irish Cultural Center at Elms College is accepting registrations for its ninth annual Celtic Adventures for Kids, July 26-30, 2010 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Children from grades 1-9 take part in several classes daily: Irish language, music w...

August 08, 2010 FINAL MEETING FOR 2010 IRELAND TOUR PASSENGERS - 2:00 P.M.

This is the final meeting for people who have already sign-up for the 2010 September 4-14 Ireland Tour. The meeting is scheduled for Sunday, August 8, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. in Room 216 (2^nd Floor) of Berchmans Hall at Elms C...

Sep 4, 2010 - Sep 14, 2010 10TH ANNIVERSARY 11-DAY TOUR TO IRELAND

SEPTEMBER 4-14, 2010

JOURNEY OF THE SOUL – EAST & WEST COASTS & NORTHERN IRELAND TOUR

Enjoy Ireland’s beautiful scenic coastline--visit historic & lege...

Sep 7 - Dec 7 Three Credit Course: Novice Irish 1

Meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:20 p.m.

Elms College will welcome Donegal native and Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant Maitiú de Hal to campus in September. He will teach a...

Sep 14 - Dec 7 Noncredit course, Introductory Irish 1

Meets Tuesday from 6:45 - 8:45 p.m.

Elms College will welcome Donegal native and Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant Maitiú de Hal to campus in September. He will teach a three-credit ...

September 15, 2010 Irish Film Series "Waveriders"

“Waveriders" (75 min, 2008, Documentary)

This captivating documentary traces the rebirth of surfing catalyzed by an Irish immigrant to Hawaii. In the early 20^th century, George Freeth though Hawaiians to surf, b...

Sep 15 - Dec 7 Noncredit course, Irish Conversation: Advanced Practice 1

Meets Wednesday from 6:45 - 7:45 p.m.

Elms College will welcome Donegal native and Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant Maitiú de Hal to campus in September. He will teach a three-credi...

September 17-October 2 Big E exhibit

To promote our programs and events as well as to distribute information about the Elms College. Visit us in the
September 22, 2010 Irish Film Series "Leap Year"

"Leap Year" (97 min, 2009, Romance)

Staring Amy Adams, Matthew Goode

Anna (Amy Adams) chooses February 29 to propose marriage to her “perfect” boyfriend, confident he’ll accept because of an old...

September 29, 2010 Irish Film Series "The Yellow Bittern: The Life and Times of Liam Clancy"

“The Yellow Bittern: The Life and Times of Liam Clancy" (105 min, 2009, Documentary)

This documentary is a revealing portrait of ballad singer Liam Clancy. Packed with his personal film footage and classic narration style,...

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The Irish Cultural Center is a forum for Irish cultural events such as lectures, musical presentations, films, and exhibits. Ongoing at the center are: Irish Language Study opportunities, Genealogy Support Group, monthly book club discussion, as well as a bimonthly newsletter.

Center Hours:The center is open Monday through Friday from 9 AM – 4:30 PM and by appointment with volunteers willing and able to answer questions and give a tour. Phone: (413) 265-2537

Location:The Center is located in the middle of the 3rd floor of Berchmans Hall at Elms College, 291 Springfield St., Chicopee, MA 01013. Click here for directions.

Members: The Irish Cultural Center invites interested people to join our organization and become a "cara" (friend.) This organization and its membership (Cairde) are devoted to "keeping the Irish arts alive." The organization is interested in preserving, sharing, and promoting the great heritage of the Irish people, so that future generations of Irish and Irish Americans will have the opportunity to appreciate their rich legacy.