Even in these dark days of pandemic, the light of Christmas continues to burn bright in Pearl River. One of the most cherished yearly traditions of the Ancient Order of Hibernians is their annual Christmas party for young people in our community who have special needs or are battling challenges. Unfortunately, COVID restrictions made the traditional Christmas party out of the question. … [Read More...] about Thank You to All Who Supported Our Christmas Drive-Through
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President’s Message
December 2020 President’s Message
We want to wish you and your family a Merry Christmas, a Happy New Year and a healthy and safe holiday season. We recognize that it may look much more different than prior years, but we hope you find ways to connect with family and friends and give thanks for the blessings we havereceived. Our next division meeting will be held virtually this Thursday, December 17 at 7:30pm. Look for an email … [Read More...] about December 2020 President’s Message
News
The Passing of Gene Flood
Brothers, It is with deep regret that I write to let everyone know that our brother, Gene Flood, passed … [More...] about The Passing of Gene Flood
Christmas Family Fund
Another key charitable effort that goes on is the Christmas Family Fund. The guys are finishing off the … [More...] about Christmas Family Fund
Special Needs Christmas Event
As we've heard through every media outlet, this is turning out to be a very different Christmas season, and … [More...] about Special Needs Christmas Event
History
A Historical Reflection in the Year of Covid
The end of a year is a time of reflection and evaluation, and so we should ask why we have a history lesson at every meeting and in every newsletter? One can argue that the history of Ireland and Irish America is often sad; a story of a people who were conquered, oppressed, driven from […]
On the Centenary of Bloody Sunday 1920
The sun rose on a beautiful autumn day in Dublin on November 21, 1920, belying the fact that the day would be forever remembered as “Bloody Sunday” in Irish history. It would be a day that would host a series of violent and tragic acts; each alone would more than justify that. (see endnote on […]