He was a member of the Protestant ascendancy of Ireland, the son of a Dublin coach maker who had inherited property in Bordenstown, County Kildare. There were persistent rumors that he may have been the illegitimate son of the godfather for whom he was named, the cousin of the Viscount Kilwarden and a prominent member of parliament. He was a member of the established Church … [Read more...] about Wolfe Tone, “The Father of Irish Republicanism”
Archives for November 2012
Hurrican Sandy: Hibernians respond in Freindship, Unity and Christian Charity.
In the wake of the tragedy of Hurricane Sandy the members of the Ancient Order of Hibernians and Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians have been answering the call in the spirit of their motto "Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity". Already several Bus and Truck loads of supplies have been sent to those in need and collections still continue and donations (see below) and … [Read more...] about Hurrican Sandy: Hibernians respond in Freindship, Unity and Christian Charity.
First Annual Hibernian House Football Party
Please join us for a Hibernian House football party in the upstairs room on Sunday November 18th starting a 1:00 PM. Lunch will be served including sliced steak sandwiched, regular bar applies. There is no cover charge. Please note that the downstairs pub will be closed during this time. Game Line Up included the Jets at the Rams at 1:00PM, followed by the second half of the … [Read more...] about First Annual Hibernian House Football Party
Hurricane Sandy Relief
Urgent help is needed for the victims of Hurricane Sandy. If you are able to help please bring donations to the Hibernian House, 28 Railroad Avenue in Pearl River. A bus will be leaving with supplies on Monday by 1:00 pm to bring to those in need. Additional donations can be left at the Hibernian House and will be taken over the next week to those effect by this disaster. … [Read more...] about Hurricane Sandy Relief