When most people think of immigration, our images are of smiling immigrants standing on the decks of ships clutching children and looking with hope as they sail past the Statue of Liberty. We think of the immigration center of Ellis Island as the “golden door” and the “Isle of Hope”. However, often overlooked is another Island that figures prominently in the story of Irish … [Read more...] about Grosse Ile
Christmas Dinners/Secret Santa For Those In Need
Brother Hibernians, Our Thanksgiving Dinner Drive was a huge success thanks to all of your support. It is our hope that we can count on your help again with the Christmas Dinner Drive. As with the Thanksgiving Dinner’s it is our intent to provide needy families in and around our community with a fully cooked meal. As you can imagine in the current economic climate, the number … [Read more...] about Christmas Dinners/Secret Santa For Those In Need
Annual Ski Trip
The annual division ski trip to Belleayre Mountain will be held on Saturday, January 30th. The trip includes the bus, lift ticket, free lesson (all levels) and refreshments on the bus. Chairman Jimmy Doyle will post a sign-up sheet in the pub. Rentals will be available at a discount from a shop near the mountain. Seating is limited and will be on a first pay, first seated … [Read more...] about Annual Ski Trip
WREN NIGHT CEILI
Carrying on the Irish tradition on St. Stephen’s night when amateur actors travel the countryside, a Wren Night Ceili will be held on Saturday, Dec.26th from 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm upstairs at the Hibernian House. This is a great time for the adults and kids alike with basic Ceili dances and skits. Please call Eileen Fitzgerald at 845-735-6242 for more info. … [Read more...] about WREN NIGHT CEILI
Christmas Parties
Our Christmas party for special needs persons will be held on Sunday, Dec.13th, at 10 am. This party is not limited to members, all disabled children and their families are welcome. Our Christmas party for the families of dues paying members begins at 1 pm and we need and would appreciate as many volunteers as possible to assist with this party as well. Volunteers are asked … [Read more...] about Christmas Parties