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Aherlow-Arts.com is online site used for publishing the creative works of Michael and Betty Lynch.
Michael has written a number of books about local Tipperary history and on some of the well known organisations based in the town.
Betty is song writer, poet and artist. She is working on her 1st book of poems which will be published later this year. An example of her poetry can be seen on the Poems page. Click here for Aherlow Arts.

Dublin Journey: This is a really good idea, a virtual tour of the center of Dublin. You are allowed to decide where to go and when to turn. As he puts it: "This is a site that takes you on a virtual tour of Dublin. You can walk the streets of Dublin, see the sites, learn the history, get a feel for the buzz and atmosphere of Ireland's capital city." The photos are a wee bit small but certainly good enough. The best is the detailed description and history of whatever (or should I wherever) you are in the tour. Click here for Dublin Journey.

Barbara Gallagher's music has been broadcast worldwide on NPR's "Thistle and Shamrock" show, played on NPR and religious stations nationwide and is featured on merry-christmas.com and accuradio.com's "textures" channel. Her piano CD music is in contract with a number of music labels. She has won many awards. Her works include piano music, songs in classical, broadway and pop styles, as well as orchestral and chamber instrumental pieces.
Here are two appropriate pieces: St. Brigid of Ireland Suite and Kildare Hymn; of course, there are many others and you can listen to them all.
But I must stop here since her credits are too long for a simple link.
Suffice it to say that you will be well served to visit her site and we are very happy to include her in our links. Click Barbara Gallagher

This is a very nice Irish-Canadian site. A lot of interesting and entertaining material on Irish and being Irish. They post events, festivals, Irish Canadian Clubs and a list of pubs; they're not lazy.Take a look, you won't be disappointed. Click here for We are Irish.

Pete St. John
Probably most famous as the writer of Fields of Athenry, there's a lot more to Pete St. John than just the one song.


1stLoveOnline
A free Irish dating & worldwide dating resource created by a young Irishman who met a girl online and after two years, they were married. It could happen to you, too. All you need to know is here: 1st Love Online.


Searching for a pub guide of 18,873 pubs and bars for the perfect pint?
Pubfinder is the most comprehensive pub guide to the pubs and bars of The United Kingdom and Ireland. If you've visited one of our pubs then please write a review!

Pictures of Ireland
Fine Art Photography of Dublin and
Ireland by Philip Pankov, award-winning Irish photographer.
These are all black and white from what I've seen. They are very very good.

Sligo Heritage
This is a new site created by Joe McGowan. We have one of his books in our library (Echoes of a Savage Land). I'll let him describe the site.
For the devotee of Irish history, Co. Sligo has much to offer. For those who take time to read the landscape, every stone and hill has its own unique, often bloody, story to tell. Here one can literally trace the dramatic tendrils of our nation, from mythological origins through a turbulent history to a modern nation. In its lofty mountains, its winding rivers, its jagged coastline, God has created here a land blessed by time and unspoiled by time or man. Click here for Sligo Heritage.


Best Photos Ireland
This is a really good, and unique, idea. A site with a wonderful collection of photos of ireland - over 15,000 royalty free (no watermark) photos covering all 32 counties of ireland. You subscribe to their service and then may download all the images you like for the length of the subscription (a year). No copyright or royalty issues. They are pretty reasonably priced as well. Take a look at Best Photos Ireland.

Irish Emigrant Publications is Ireland's longest-established Internet publishing company. The Irish Emigrant, our weekly newsletter covering Irish news, is the oldest Internet-based national news service in the world.
Click here for The Irish Emigrant.

The Ireland Funds is the largest worldwide network of people of Irish ancestry and friends of Ireland dedicated to raising funds to support programs of peace and reconciliation, arts and culture, education and community development. To learn more, please click Ireland Funds.

JigTime aims to keep you up to date with all the news from the world of music you love, with updates weekly and great pictures from various events, shows and festivals around the US and Europe. We are building an online community as well as bringing you fun and real info you can use.

The Irish Letter...until you visit again.
This subscription-based magazine tells unique stories about Irish travel & accommodations, Celtic music, "off the beaten path" places to explore and Ireland's great contemporary culture. Click here for The Irish Letter.

The Claddagh Dance Company has added a touch of authentic Irish Culture to the lives of Southern California communities since 1985. To learn more, click here for Claddagh Dance.


Looking for your ancestors? Your Irish Roots is a great resource for researching genealogy, surname history, coats of arms and more.

We couldn't resist the intrigue of this site. Devoted entirely to Irish Monsters (mostly aquatic), Irish Lake Monsters is fascinating and fun. The goal is: "the Pursuit of the Peiste and Ireland's Other Mysterious Creatures".


Roger Cummiskey is a Dublin artist specializing in paintings which take their themes and titles from the wanderings and writings of James Joyce, Samuel Beckett and other literary and historical personalities. To take a look at his collections, please click Roger Cummiskey.

Now here's something a little out-of-the-way: an Irish Whiskey Tasting Session in the Muckross Park Hotel, Killarney, Co. Kerry, Ireland (and in other Venues across Ireland on request).

Based throughout the year in the Muckross Park Hotel, close to Killarney National Park and Muckross House, it is situated on the Ring of Kerry and close to all accommodations in Killarney. This is a place to go to in Ireland to enjoy a fun, relaxed and informative evening. If I were you I would stay at the Muckross Park Hotel and avoid the travel.

We are delighted to introduce you to Adrian Rice and Molly Freeman who have three sites devoted to Irish poetry and drama. Adrian is a poet and editor; Molly is a drama teacher who is originally from North Carolina. Currently, they reside in Northern Ireland; they offer workshops, residencies and readings in Ireland, the UK and the USA.


Abbey Press - a publishing house in Newry, Northern Ireland. Here you can find out about many Irish poets and their works

The Lough Project - a program for primary school children which introduces them to the unique environment of the lake, encourages them to write poetry and draw or paint about their experiences and, in a fitting finale, award-winning works are scripted into performance.

Freelance Poetry & Drama - Here you can learn more about Adrian and Molly


Insiders guide to hidden Dublin
A light-hearted look at Peter Scott's native city. He does not intend it to be a comprehensive tourist guide. Instead, he invites you to come explore people and places that you generally won't find in the travel books.
Click here for Insiders Guide to Hidden Dublin.

Baby Names Of Ireland

Turn on your speakers and hear Frank McCourt, Pulitzer prize-winning author of "Angela's Ashes," tell you the meaning of 200 names for boys and girls. He also helps with the pronunciation of each one. In addition, you'll find unique baby gifts from Ireland, including christening gowns, crystal and china, books, step-dancer dolls and more.
Click here for Baby Names of Ireland.




This group is soliciting sponsorships from the St. Louis Irish community to finance the construction of a 16.5-foot granite Celtic Cross statue, to be installed at St. John, the Apostle and Evangelist Church. Just think a new Celtic High Cross. Click here to visit The Celtic Cross Monument.

We are delighted to bring you a link to Irish Photo Shop - a new picture gallery with photos and pictures from across Ireland.
For every photo the shop sells, it makes a donation to the Centre for Independent Living, a support group which helps people with significant physical disabilities live independently in their chosen community.


Irish Corner is one of our favorite sites - and it will be familiar to many of our newsletter subscribers because as soon as we found them, we began using one of their cards as a welcome. We encourage you to visit them - once you're there you won't be disappointed. And, we're certain you'll want to starting sending cards to family and friends right away. Click the Image or here for Irish Corner.




Indeed, a lovely site to see! When we were contacted by Joan and Michael Carlin about exchanging links, we became even more enthusiastic as we explored their site. It's easy on the eye, easy to navigate and very warm and friendly. Best of all, they'll go out of their way to obtain any item currently available. We hope you'll visit and support their efforts - as with us, they're still struggling to make a return on their investment of considerable time and financial resources. Click for Irish Music International.

Ask Ireland

This is the Irish government's international directory on the web - a valuable resource for anyone wishing to visit, work, locate a business or source products. If that all sounds a bit dry - well, it is a government site!
But don't be misled by our facetious comments - this is definitely a site that's worth a visit - and bookmarking!

Are you fond of Guinness? Russ certainly is! Did you know there was a world wide club of Guinness collectors? Neither did we. The members of this intriguing organization are dedicated to collecting Guinness memorabilia; from true antiques to the latest offerings (of which there are many).
We were introduced to this by Michael Good, an expatriate now living in Beirut, Lebanon. Michael is a Vice Chairman of an Insurance Company. Russ thinks Beirut is a likely spot for insurance opportunities; not as fruitful as earlier years perhaps.
If you are interested, or you suspect a friend may be interested, click Guinness Collector's Club.

Irish Country Graphics is a very interesting site and idea. Nancy Monaghan has created, and provides 'WebSet' graphics. These are computer graphics for use on web sites uniquely reflecting Irish culture and themes. They are, thankfully, not the stereotypical shamrocks, pots o'gold, leprechauns, etc.
For a small subscription fee (or one off's - contact her) you have a great choice of very attractive Irish themed graphics for your personal site. Curious? - go look, it is fascinating.


Oideas Gael
(Pronounced Eejus Gale) in Southwest Donegal, offer Irish Gaelic Language Courses at all learning levels
and Cultural Activity Holidays—
hill walking, dancing, painting, pottery, archaeology, environment & culture, bodhrán & flute playing!
We are remiss in not noticing this link was missing before now.
Years ago, when Bridget was first building her knowledge for her book, Liam of Oideas Gael was one of her richest sources (we may also say, staunchest allies).
The people here are of the finest - pay them a visit.

Out of Mayo
One of the oldest and best Irish-related sites on the web. Research your roots, chat, find a pen-pal, view Irish art and pottery, and much, much more.

The Wild Geese Today

A fascinating site that explores the "epic history and heritage of the Irish."

Irish Tribute
A global Irish site created not only in memory of all that was lost on 9/11, but also to serve as a virtual beacon of bravery, love and hope.  
September 11, 2001, will rank among the bloodiest days in the history of the Irish people. Nobody knows exactly how many were lost but we do know that thousands of members of the global Irish community will never see their loved ones again.

Irish Mass Cards
A unique site that offers cards for Masses to be said in Ireland as well as a fine array of Irish devotional gifts.

Celtic Nations World
"We treat our culture with care." This is the motto of an outstanding group of people who have put together a web site that is truly worth exploring.