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Our mission Statement: Providing a home for the Irish at heart, building community through culture, identity and friendship. Located at 10-40 Jackson Avenue in Queens in New York City, and easily accessible from every part of New York City and the tri-state area, we are truly a center for anyone who wishes to connect to New York's Irish community. We are right near the exit of the Mid-Town Tunnel,

and only ONE STOP from Grand Central on the #7 subway line. So whether you're from Ireland, have Irish ancestors, or are Irish at heart, there's a "céad míle fáilte" (hundred thousand welcomes) here for you! The Center is the realization of a life-long dream of many in the community who longed for a central gathering place for the Irish community in the New York tri-sate area. It came about when several Irish-born American businessmen bought the building at 1040 Jackson in 2003 and held it until the Irish Center was in a position to purchase it at the original price less a large donation, in 2005. As real estate prices had skyrocketed around the developing Long Island City neighborhood between 2003 and 2005, this tremendous act of generosity stands as a testament to their willingness to contribute to their adopted city and reward everyone, including themselves, with the permanence of the Irish Center. To get it going, Belfast native Father Colm Campbell was lured back from retirement to help launch the project. He proved a lightning rod for goodwill in the community and oversaw extensive renovations on the property to make it "community ready". This work was done free of charge by members of the construction trades with a love of Ireland. Along the way Fr. Colm also got the restaurant trade to do its bit, and a large number of New York Irish restaurants donate the food for our weekly Senior Lunch Club. Now under the leadership of Executive Director Paul Finnegan, the Center is uniquely suited to serve as the cultural and social hub of New York’s Irish community. The Center provides a range of services to the Irish and non-Irish community in the New York tri-state area, including:

Social Activities: The Center hosts regular and one-off social events and classes, including the Seniors Lunch Club, Irish stories and Legends art classes for children Irish céili dancing, trad sessions, tin whistle classes, Irish dancing classes, fiddle classes, Irish language classes, an Irish Book Club (Club Leabhar Nua Eabhrac), "25" card nights, Irish plays,concerts, a computer club for Seniors, an Irish Movie night and much much more. Information/Resource Center: We make available information about existing services and resources and direct people to the appropriate agency or place for their needs. A Social Place: The underlying and overarching goal of all our activities is to bring people together in a cultural environment that resonates with them. The Center provides a range of facilities for formal and informal get-togethers. On the ground floor, we have a large multi-purpose room with a stage and hardwood floor (perfect for dancing!). We also have a function room in our lower level, which we call the "Library", and which also has a hardwood/raised floor for dancing. Also in the lower level, we have an Internet Cafe where young and old alike can surf the web and email friends and family. Each computer includes Parental Control software so the little ones can enjoy a safe web browsing experience.

Our 2024 Food Drive has come to a close. Yesterday, we dropped off a big box of donations to Hour Children Food Pantry—t...
12/17/2024

Our 2024 Food Drive has come to a close. Yesterday, we dropped off a big box of donations to Hour Children Food Pantry—thank you to everyone who made it possible! 💚

Thank you to Santa for taking a break from his busy preparations at the North Pole to stop by New York Irish Center on S...
12/17/2024

Thank you to Santa for taking a break from his busy preparations at the North Pole to stop by New York Irish Center on Sunday! 🎅🏽🎄

The performance from McManus Irish Dance LLC was a real treat and made the day even more special. 🌟

Our annual New York Croons for Christmas concert on Friday was nothing short of magical! ✨🎄Hosted by the incredible Colm...
12/16/2024

Our annual New York Croons for Christmas concert on Friday was nothing short of magical! ✨🎄

Hosted by the incredible Colm Reilly—son of our cofounder Paddy Reilly and a dedicated board member—it was an unforgettable evening of festive cheer and musical brilliance.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who made the night possible.

The 2024 Holiday Toy Drive has officially wrapped up, and we are truly overwhelmed by the incredible generosity and supp...
12/12/2024

The 2024 Holiday Toy Drive has officially wrapped up, and we are truly overwhelmed by the incredible generosity and support from our community. Thanks to you, countless children will experience the joy and magic of the holiday season.

A heartfelt thank you to Council Member Julie Won and Kristen Gonzalez for New York for their incredible support, to our fantastic partners—Queensbridge Houses, Ravenswood Houses, Woodside Houses, Woodside On The Move, and The Fuller Center for Housing of Greater New York City—and to the amazing volunteers who gave their time and energy to bring this initiative to life.

We also extend our gratitude to everyone who donated and to our partnering toy shop, Greenpoint Toy Center, for helping make this drive such a success.

From all of us, thank you for making a difference in the lives of so many. 💚

Last Thursday’s Crossroads Concert beautifully explored the liminal spaces between the Irish Wren Boy winter holiday tra...
12/10/2024

Last Thursday’s Crossroads Concert beautifully explored the liminal spaces between the Irish Wren Boy winter holiday tradition and the Puerto Rican Parranda Christmas processional tradition. What an unforgettable night! 🎶

A huge thank you to Stout NYC for providing our last Wednesday Lunch! With the incredible support and generosity of bars...
12/10/2024

A huge thank you to Stout NYC for providing our last Wednesday Lunch!

With the incredible support and generosity of bars and restaurants like theirs, we’ve been able to serve 3,500 hot meals to our community this year. 🥘💚 Your kindness truly makes a world of difference.

🎁 This Giving Tuesday, Make the Magic Happen! ✨Today is all about coming together to make a difference, and there’s stil...
12/03/2024

🎁 This Giving Tuesday, Make the Magic Happen! ✨

Today is all about coming together to make a difference, and there’s still time to help us brighten the holidays for children in need. Our Holiday Toy Drive is happening this Saturday, making this your last chance to donate and bring joy to a family this holiday season.

💝 Every contribution helps us reach a child who might otherwise go without this year.
🔗 Donate now: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=K45AEXB4LHBFN

Our Annual Festive Holiday Tradition"New York Croons for Christmas"Friday, December 13 | 7PMHosted by two-time MAC Award...
12/02/2024

Our Annual Festive Holiday Tradition
"New York Croons for Christmas"
Friday, December 13 | 7PM

Hosted by two-time MAC Award-winner Colm Reilly

Starring three leading lights in New York cabaret!
CAROLYN MONTGOMERY, JEANNE MACDONALD & KATHY KAEFER

Featuring the sean-nós singing sensation
MADELYN MONAGHAN

With six-time MAC Award winner
SEAN HARKNESS leading The Life of Reilly Band

Tickets Just $60
Enjoy Complimentary Festive Drinks throughout the Evening.

Tix Here:

Our Festive Holiday Tradition!

Please support Brandon and his family during this challenging time if you can. 💚
11/26/2024

Please support Brandon and his family during this challenging time if you can. 💚

Brandon travelled to New York to visit family and friends on a visa lasting until Christmas. Unfortunately l… Clare Kelly needs your support for Brandon Kelly

🎁✨ Our Holiday Toy Drive is Fast Approaching! 🎁✨There is still time to donate and help bring joy to families this season...
11/26/2024

🎁✨ Our Holiday Toy Drive is Fast Approaching! 🎁✨

There is still time to donate and help bring joy to families this season. Every $25 donation goes directly toward purchasing a gift for a child in need. Your generosity will make a meaningful difference this holiday season!

You can contribute via our PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=K45AEXB4LHBFN

On Saturday, December 7, our Center will transform into a magical holiday workshop, where our volunteer "Elves" will wrap the gifts and prepare them for delivery. 🎁❤️

A heartfelt thank you to State Senator Kristen Gonzalez for New York and her Senior Advisor Joanna Mendez for visiting u...
11/25/2024

A heartfelt thank you to State Senator Kristen Gonzalez for New York and her Senior Advisor Joanna Mendez for visiting us at New York Irish Center today! 💚

Your support and commitment to our community mean the world to us. It was a pleasure to share our work and mission with you both.

Last Friday, we hosted our second Afternoon Tunes music session. Thank you to Donie Carroll for his wonderful music, to ...
11/25/2024

Last Friday, we hosted our second Afternoon Tunes music session.

Thank you to Donie Carroll for his wonderful music, to our special guest Dan Larkin for his captivating storytelling, and to Mary O for her delicious scones.

Afternoon Tunes will return in January - stay tuned for details! 💚🎶

🎄 Join us for a Festive Day Trip to Bethlehem, PA! 🎄Get into the holiday spirit with a visit to the magical Christkindlm...
11/21/2024

🎄 Join us for a Festive Day Trip to Bethlehem, PA! 🎄

Get into the holiday spirit with a visit to the magical Christkindlmarkt! ✨ Enjoy transportation, entry to the market, and lunch—all included in the trip.

When: Thursday, December 5th
Departure: 8:00 AM from the New York Irish Center
Return: 6:00 PM

Limited spots remaining!

📞 Call us at 718-482-0909 for more details or to reserve your spot.

We had an incredible morning last Friday at India Home to kickstart our new “Finding Home” literary series as part of th...
11/21/2024

We had an incredible morning last Friday at India Home to kickstart our new “Finding Home” literary series as part of the National Endowment for the Arts Big Read.

Our panel, featuring Mitra Kalita, Dr. Nalini Juthani, and Irish novelist Yvonne Cassidy, shared powerful immigrant stories inspired by The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri.

The afternoon continued with beautiful dance performaces, and of course, some delicious Indian food to enjoy together.

Thank you to India Home for their warm hospitality and to everyone who joined us for this special event. We’re grateful for the vibrant exchange of cultures and stories!

Arts Midwest

Support Our Food Drive in Aid of Hour Children Food Pantry! From November 20 to December 10, New York Irish Center is co...
11/21/2024

Support Our Food Drive in Aid of Hour Children Food Pantry!

From November 20 to December 10, New York Irish Center is collecting donations for Hour Children, a Long Island City nonprofit providing vital support to incarcerated women and their children.

🕚 Drop-off Hours: 11 AM - 4 PM
📍 Location: 1040 Jackson Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101

In addition to the items listed on our flyer, pop-top cans are especially needed, and there’s an urgent request for diapers to assist young families.

Join us in making a positive impact and supporting this incredible cause in our community! 💚

For questions, call us at (718) 482-0909.

What an unforgettable evening celebrating our 20th Anniversary Annual Benefit!A heartfelt thank you to Assembly Member C...
11/18/2024

What an unforgettable evening celebrating our 20th Anniversary Annual Benefit!

A heartfelt thank you to Assembly Member Claire Valdez for your kind words, and to Consul General Helena Nolan and Consulate General of Ireland, New York, for your unwavering support.

We are also incredibly grateful to our talented performers: Colin Quinn, Maureen Langan, and Cathy Maguire and her Country Music Band, for providing such memorable entertainment.

A big thank you to all the attendees, sponsors, and volunteers who helped make the night a success. Your generosity and support continue to strengthen our community.

Check out some highlights from the event below. 📸

Afternoon Tunes - Friday, November 22nd, 1 PM. 🎶 Join us at New York Irish Center this Friday for a cozy afternoon fille...
11/18/2024

Afternoon Tunes - Friday, November 22nd, 1 PM. 🎶

Join us at New York Irish Center this Friday for a cozy afternoon filled with music and delicious treats. Enjoy live music by the talented Donie Carroll and don’t miss out on the world-famous scones by Mary O!

11/15/2024

***Seeking Employment***
Young professional from Belfast seeking job/internship in the construction/engineering field in New York, with a degree in engineering and fully-sponsored visa. Please contact 804-847-3823 with any leads.

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Providing a home for the Irish at heart, building community through culture, identity and friendship. Located at 10-40 Jackson Avenue in Queens in New York City, and easily accessible from every part of New York City and the tri-state area, we are truly a center for anyone who wishes to connect to New York's Irish community. We are right near the exit of the Mid-Town Tunnel, and only ONE STOP from Grand Central on the #7 subway line. There is also convenient parking close by. So whether you're from Ireland, have Irish ancestors, or are Irish at heart, there's a "céad míle fáilte" (hundred thousand welcomes) here for you! The Center is the realization of a life-long dream of many in the community who longed for a central gathering place for the Irish community in the New York tri-sate area. It came about when several Irish-born American businessmen bought the building at 1040 Jackson in 2003 and held it until the Irish Center was in a position to purchase it at the original price less a large donation, in 2005. As real estate prices had skyrocketed around the developing Long Island City neighborhood between 2003 and 2005, this tremendous act of generosity stands as a testament to their willingness to contribute to their adopted city and reward everyone, including themselves, with the permanence of the Irish Center. To get it going, Belfast native Father Colm Campbell was lured back from retirement to help launch the project. He proved a lightning rod for goodwill in the community and oversaw extensive renovations on the property to make it "community ready". This work was done free of charge by members of the construction trades with a love of Ireland. Along the way Fr. Colm also got the restaurant trade to do its bit, and a large number of New York Irish restaurants donate the food for our weekly Senior Lunch Club. Now under the leadership of Executive Director Paul Finnegan, the Center is uniquely suited to serve as the cultural and social hub of New York’s Irish community. The Center provides a range of services to the Irish and non-Irish community in the New York tri-state area, including: Social Activities: The Center hosts regular and one-off social events and classes, including the Seniors Lunch Club, Irish stories and Legends art classes for children Irish céili dancing, trad sessions, tin whistle classes, Irish dancing classes, fiddle classes, Irish language classes, an Irish Book Club (Club Leabhar Nua Eabhrac), "25" card nights, Irish plays,concerts, a computer club for Seniors, an Irish Movie night and much much more. Information/Resource Center: We make available information about existing services and resources and direct people to the appropriate agency or place for their needs. A Social Place: The underlying and overarching goal of all our activities is to bring people together in a cultural environment that resonates with them. The Center provides a range of facilities for formal and informal get-togethers. On the ground floor, we have a large multi-purpose room with a stage and hardwood floor (perfect for dancing!). We also have a function room in our lower level, which we call the "Library", and which also has a hardwood/raised floor for dancing. Also in the lower level, we have an Internet Cafe where young and old alike can surf the web and email friends and family. Each computer includes Parental Control software so the little ones can enjoy a safe web browsing experience.