Buffalo Irish Times - 1 - October Edition 2018 $2.00BUFFALOIRISHTIMES www.buffaloirishcenter.com Inside This Edition: Dargans dance Music line-up Halloween- with Riverdance at Buffalo The Celtic Feast in Dublin Irish Center of Samhain PAGE 2 PAGE 3 PAGE 16

October 2018 Gaelic American Athletic Association of Buffalo, NY

Buffalo Irish Center dedicates mural, Mise Eire

On Sat. Sept. 22, the Buffalo Irish Center Mayo to name but a few. Carpenters, elec- this project evolved. orand Erin Reilly Terry Walkowski John mural, Mise Eire was dedicated. Although tricians, brick layers, cooks, musicians and The stone tower campaign has contribut- Klaffka Chris Hoag. They worked relent- WNY is alive with public art murals, the Buf- dancers shared their talent and time to build ed over $50,000 to the Center—more than lessly on many of the hottest days in memory. falo Irish Center Mural Project, Mise Erie was a better home for family, a better city for all enough to cover mural costs, lighting and Judi’s vision translated the committee sugges- unique in purpose and funding. Created to and a heritage center that would become the security. We thank you for supporting the tions into the story we see today. Thank You for sharing your talent with the BIC. share the contributions made by this immi- fulcrum for the Irish American community to campaign and standing with us as we strive to Special thanks to the BIC Mural committee grant community, the project was funded by learn, share and celebrate our Irish Heritage. keep the traditions alive. who worked for almost 2 years to plan and im- love, respect, honor and friendship. “The Buffalo Irish Center reached to the We would like to recognize the artist who plement the mural. Our ancestors came from the Banner past to build for the future” was the phrase brought our vision to life. Our thanks to Judi SEE MORE PICTURES County, the Kingdom, Dublin, Derry, and used by Tom Blake’s son, Rich, to express how Witt and her team members are Eero Ro- ON PAGE 4 Buffalo Irish Times - 2 - October Edition 2018 A Letter From Dargans dance with The Editor... Riverdance in Dublin

beannachtaí! Fiona Dargan appears with cast for Pope Francis’ visit Rince Na Tiarna alumna away. Along with many oth- est friends and experience Walls, walls, walls; I have been hearing and Kevinah Dargan is now a er dancers, I found myself through Riverdance, and reading about walls for two years now. This professional Irish dancer. tearing up as we bowed af- I keep in touch with my is one wall that I am glad to see and proud She has danced as a cast ter the performance because friends when I’m home” she member in Riverdance, the feeling was just that explained. to have in our community. This is a wall that Lord of the Dance: Dan- amazing,” she concluded. celebrates immigration to our great country. gerous Games, and Titanic Helping young dancers If you haven’t been down to the Buffalo Irish Dance. In addition, she also Back home in the reach Center in a while; take a ride and take a look danced the lead role in Lord United States their goals at new mural. of the Dance: Dangerous Games. Fiona is in her senior year at Duquesne University in Kevinah knows about Congratulations to the mural committee for Once-in-a-lifetime Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, their vision and hard work. opportunity working toward goals, and and she plans to continue she enjoys working with Irish dancing competitive- dancers who are striving for Kevinah was dancing ly. Eventually, she said, she Dia Beannaigh agus a bheith sábháilte, their own goals. She recom- Kevin J. O’Brien, Editor with Riverdance at the Gai- would love to perform with ety Theatre in Dublin when a show after graduation. mended that they avoid be- the production learned that After dancing with River- ing too hard on themselves. cast members had been in- dance this summer, Kevinah “Along the way, there may vited to dance at Dublin’s is also back in the United be setbacks or bumps in the Croke Park stadium for States for the year, and she’ll road, but don’t let that dis- Pope Francis during the be working with dancers at courage you from reaching World Meeting of Families Rince Na Tiarna. your goal. Instead, use it as in August. for a quick second before we Riverdance, and her cast- fuel to push you harder,” she Kevin Shortly after that, she re- bowed to exit the stage.” mates, are always in her ceived a call asking if her “I was able to look out heart, though. “My favorite said. She also recommend- BUFFALOIRISHTIMES sister, Fiona Dargan, would at the thousands of people thing in the world is do- ed listening to teachers and be interested in flying to standing and applauding ing what I love every night parents: “They know you Ireland to perform with the for our performance, and alongside some of my best best and can give you the cast when they danced for Pope Francis sat just feet friends. I’ve made the great- best advice,” she concluded. the pope. It turned out that the tim- Buffalo Irish Times | 245 Abbott Road | Buffalo, NY 14220 A bi-monthly publication of the Gaelic American Association, Inc. ing was perfect for Fiona. “It EDITOR: worked out that I was able to Kevin O’Brien FOUNDERS: fly to Ireland, perform, and Mary Heneghan • Michael McCafferty • Charlie McMahon fly home three days later to CALENDAR: Tim Hartnett start the semester,” Fiona ADVERTISING: explained. Dan McCue Terming it one of the STAFF: Donna Shine • James R. Shine • Ed Patton • Diane Blaser • W. Daniel Fitzpatrick • Neil Farrell most memorable experi- James Keane • Joe Marren • Joseph Xavier Martin • John Oakley • Robert O’Connor • Joan Graham Scahill Sinead Tyrone, Kevin Conroy and James Boyle ences of her life, Fiona said THE NEW she will never forget it. She G.A.A.A. BOARD OF DIRECTORS offered a glimpse of the Mary C. Heneghan • Randy McPhee • Catherine Carey • Margaret McGrath Paul Johnson • Jack Fecio • Skip Sommer • Shane Devlin • Gary Holzerland day that will remain in her Peg Breidenstein • Michael O’Sullivan • Ellen Kuehlewind heart: “I was dancing along-

The Buffalo Irish Times welcomes letters or articles from readers. Submissions must be typed in a Macintosh or PC compatible format, side people I had grown up and be no more than 500 words. Include your name, address and phone number with your submission. Material may be subject to condensation. Opinion letters are welcomed, however all submissions must include the authors name and contact information. with, competing, from all We reserve the right to reject any submission. Submissions or submitted photographs will only be returned if accompanied by a self-addressed stamped envelope. over the world, and sharing Please email submissions to [email protected]. that moment together was Opinions expressed in this paper reflect those of the authors and or subjects interviewed and do not necessarily reflect those of the editors and staff of the Buffalo Irish Times or the Gaelic American Athletic Association, its Board or membership. amazing. My favorite part of www.buffaloirishcenter.com the experience was that mo- ment after we danced, and [email protected] we were able to stand there Buffalo Irish Times - 3 - October Edition 2018 A new year at RNT

School supplies? cerned, there’s a lot to like CHECK! about being an Irish danc- er with Rince Na Tiarna. Backpack all set? “I like moving my feet a lot CHECK! and smiling. I like learning the steps and practicing Ghillies and hard shoes them at home,” she said. ready for dance class? Lailey enjoys Irish dance CHECK! competitions, too. “I like dancing at a feis, and I like September means back competing,” she explained. to school, but it’s also time She offered some advice Music at the to go back to dance. Classes from experience: “At a feis, have resumed for Rince Na you have to keep a good Tiarna dancers, and they’re smile on,” she explained. ready for a new year of Buffalo Irish learning new steps, spend- Getting started ing time with friends, and practicing. Center For Mary Kay Heneghan, Rince Na Tiarna offers founder and instructor of classes in several locations: Sat. Sept 22nd, “meet the bacons”, Rince Na Tiarna, welcom- Buffalo Irish Center, 8PM. the Buffalo Irish Center in ing new dancers is one of Friday, Sept. 28th, Penny Whiskey, South Buffalo, the Harlem the best things about the Buffalo Irish Center, 8PM. Road Community Center fall. “I love when our cur- in Amherst, and Trinity rent dancers return; they Sat. Sept. 29th, Ben Clifford, Episcopal Church in Ham- come back to dance excited Buffalo Irish Center, 8PM. burg. Classes are available about the new school year, Thurs. Oct. 4th, Buffalo Irish Center’s Open Mic at all levels, from beginner the new dance year, and with Tim Wier, 7:30PM. to champion. In addition, their summer adventures. Friday, Oct. 5th, Rosewood Bridge, there’s a Mommy and Me her favorite part of the just really wanted to dance,” I love welcoming our new Buffalo Irish Center, 8PM. class to give young children evening was watching the she said. Lailey’s dream dancers, too. They’re so ex- and a caregiver an intro- Rince Na Tiarna dancers. came true when she start- Sat. Oct. 6th, the Leftovers, cited to begin learning Irish duction to Irish dance. “I thought the dancers were ed out as a beginner with Buffalo Irish Center, 8PM. like from a fairy tale. I saw Rince Na Tiarna. dance, and they become Friday Oct. 12th, the Blarney Bunch, all the work they were do- Jenna Romano report- the newest members of the Buffalo Irish Center, 8PM A fairy-tale RNT family,” she explained. ing, and they were so amaz- ed that Lailey’s enthusiasm Sat. Oct. 13th, Reardon and Garvey, beginning Is there an aspiring Irish ing,” she said. hasn’t waned. “Since she Buffalo Irish Center, 8PM. Lailey’s mom, Jenna, started Irish dance, she’s dancer in your house? If When Lailey Romano said that was when Lailey, 100 percent into it, and she so, it’s easy to get started. Friday Oct 19th, “meet the bacons”, went to The Irishman with now age eight, decided she talks about it all the time,” Email Mary Kay Heneghan Buffalo Irish Center, 8PM. her family on St. Patrick’s wanted to be an Irish danc- she said. at [email protected] or Sat. Oct. 20th, Penny Whiskey’s Halloween Show, Day a couple of years ago, er. “From that point on, she As far as Lailey’s con- call her at (716) 675-8785. BuffaloIrish Center, 8PM. Buffalo Irish Times - 4 - October Edition 2018 Buffalo Irish Times - 5 - October Edition 2018

Columbans at Silver Creek Combined Buffalo and Rochester LAOH, celebrating Columbans at BUFFALO IRISH CENTER - 100 years of Columban mission service Columban Fathers Tim Mulroy and Andrei Paz with LAOH Columban Fathers 100th Anniversary Celebration comes to WNY!

which we come and those ing from the Columban work is focused on China’s We were joined for the and people one has grown By Joyce Burke to which we are sent. headquarters in Omaha, orphanages. He explained Silver Creek celebration to love and care for 24x7, to To help people become Nebraska were US Region- that, because of the one by a contingent from the spend one’s remaining days The Ladies Ancient Or- fully human, to help estab- al Director Father Tim child per family restriction, Rochester LOAH chapter. in the relative comfort and der of Hibernians’ motto lish a world of peace with Mulroy and missionary if a child is born in Chi- It is always a pleasure to plenty of the USA, while is Friendship, Unity and justice and to care for the Father Andrei Paz. On that na with any disabilities, a collaborate with this spe- there is still so much more Christian Charity. For al- integrity of creation in soli- Friday morning of his trip couple may leave them on cial group of fine women, work to be done. Howev- most as long as the Colum- darity with the poor. to Buffalo, Father Andrei the doorstep of an orphan- and we look forward to er, Father likened it to the ban fathers have been in The Missionary Soci- had just received work that age and try again. He has seeing them again soon. transition from the biblical existence, the LAOH orga- ety of St Columban marks he passed his board exam observed that Major cities The Columban Retire- Martha to Mary. There is a nization has been provid- a very important mile- and was now a certified in China have more struc- ment Home is located on time to actively serve God ing critical, steady support stone in 2018, commem- Occupational Therapist. tured orphanages, while beautiful, spacious country and a time to be at rest, to for the Columban mission- orating 100 years since He has been staying at the some smaller rural towns grounds and is home not mindfully and prayerfully aries and their specific ob- the Maynooth Mission headquarters for the last may just leave the children only to elderly members experience and appreciate jectives: To establish the Church to China w as officially two years while attending in minimal shelter to take of the local community the presence of the Lord. where the gospel has not founded on June 29, 1918. Creighton University’s rig- care of each other. The but also to a dozen retired We wish all the retirees at been preached. Buffalo LOAH members orous OT program. He most heartbreaking aspect Columban sisters and half St Columban’s on the Lake To help local Church- were blessed to be able to will now work to return for Father Andrei is that a dozen retired Colum- many happy years ahead es grow into evangelizing join in the celebration this to his missionary work in these children spend the ban priests, some over 100 and give a special thanks communities open to all past August with a mass China, but instead of hav- day with nothing do and years old. These retired to all the fantastic work- peoples. at the Buffalo Irish Center ing to travel to Singapore no hope for the future. His religious have served Chi- ing Columban sisters and To promote dialogue on Friday, 8/10 followed every month to renew his dream is to teach the chil- na, as well as Korea, the lay people who make the between Christians and by a mass and luncheon tourist visa, he is hoping dren ways they can be use- Philippines, Australia, New Home so special. those of other religious tra- on Saturday, 8/11 at St to use his new credentials ful in their community and Zealand, Chile and Peru. And best wishes to you ditions. Columban’s on the Lake to obtain a working visa gain a sense of purpose. Father Tim noted it is often all for a wonderful fall To facilitate interchange Retirement Home in Silver which only requires annual We congratulate Father a difficult transition from season. In the spirit of between local Church- Creek. renewal. Andrei and look forward to missionary to retiree, leav- St. Columban, ‘Let us be es, especially those from Presiding and present- Father Andrei’s mission his continued success. ing a struggling country Christ’s, not our own.”

TO ADVERTISE IN THE NEXT EDITION OF THE: BUFFALOIRISHTIMES CALL THE BUFFALO IRISH CENTER AT 825-9535 • OR EMAIL: [email protected] Buffalo Irish Times - 6 - October Edition 2018 You are invited to celebrate Samhain! (sow-in)

Samhain, (Celtic: “End of Summer”) in ancient Celtic religion, one of the most im- portant calendar festivals of the year. At Samhain- celebrated from 31 October to 1 November, as the Celtic day began and ended at sunset-the Celts believed that the world of the gods was to be made visible to humankind, and the gods played many tricks on their mortal worshippers. Today Halloween (All Hallows’ Eve) in- corporates many of the customs, foods and folklore of that ancient festival. Young (2) and old (102) alike are invited to join us the School of Irish Culture and Language in the Claddagh Room of the Buffalo Irish Center on Saturday, October 27th from 1 HOW pm to 3:30 pm. Donations for supplies: $5 per person ancient foods taste with adjusted fee for families. WHAT We will provide re-creations of many of these ancient customs for all to experience. games were played with nuts and apples. You will find out WHO WHY are some of the turnips not pumpkins CHARACTERS of nuts and apples not candy Celtic stories. bonfires, stories, etc. RESERVATIONS necessary-(716) 310-0840 Proud ofBeing IRISH & CATHOLIC Join The ANCIENT ORDER of HIBERNIANS Located In The Buffalo Irish Center Contact Tom Lambert (716) 796-7687 Buffalo Irish Times - 7 - October Edition 2018 World War I Victory Medal Reunited With Serviceman’s Family Had Entered the Canadian Army Under an Assumed Name and Was Killed in France meration for help in finding parents’ names and their had been digitized and participated in the Battle of dian soldiers fought there. By Diane McGrath living relatives to whom he address on N. Division St. put online at the Library Vimy Ridge, France, Cana- Named Hill 70 because it Blaser could return the medal. Both US & Canadian cen- & Archives of Canada. It da’s most celebrated victo- was 70 metres above sea The service record avail- suses were consulted tracing indicated that ‘Frank’ for- ry. 10,500 Canadians were level, the Canadian army On August 21st, the Buf- able online at that time had the family both backwards merly served 9 months in killed or injured in this bat- started its offensive Aug. falo Irish Genealogical Soci- Frank Ryan enlisting from & forwards in time. The the U.S.A. Nat. Guard. This tle from April 9th to 12th, 15, 1917 as a diversion that ety was pleased to facilitate Estivan, Saskatchewan, censuses gave the names of record had notations indi- 1917. would prevent the Germans the return of a Canadian Canada. His Attestation Pa- Arthur’s siblings. cating his name was indeed Known as “Canada’s from moving troops into World War I Victory Medal per of August 28, 1916 said Searches were done for Colebrook. forgotten battle of the first Belgium, where the Allies to the serviceman’s family. he was born in Buffalo, NY death notices for Arthur’s Standing at 5’5” tall, World War” Hill 70 near were planning a larger of- August 9, 1891 with his fa- parents and siblings. These with dark brown hair and Lens, France, (a short dis- fensive. An online account Remarks from that ther being William Ryan notices gave the names of blue eyes, Pvt. ‘Frank Ryan’, tance from Vimy Ridge), of the battle indicates that occasion: of 636 North Division St., wives and children of Ar- 28th Battalion, Company was the first time Canadian the Canadian offensive was We are here to honor a Buffalo as his next-of-kin. thur’s siblings. B frequently wrote to his forces were led by a Cana- to start at 0430, but the Ger- man who served in the Ca- The Canadian Honours and The Buffalo Inactive Re- parents under his assumed dian commander and ap- nadian Army during World Awards Commeration said cords center was searched name & told them he had proximately 100,000 Cana- See REUNITED on Page 8 War I and who was killed in it was quite difficult to track for Arthur’s birth record. It action 101 years ago today. down the next of kin of a was not found. His brother, The Buffalo Irish Genea- WWI veteran who was not Ernest’s, birth was recorded logical Society was contact- married and did not have in Buffalo in 1901. ed by Ralph Sellito who had any children. FamilySearch provided a Canadian Army World Ralph then contacted Arthur’s birth record which War I Victory Medal in the the Buffalo Irish Center for indicated he was born in name of Pvt. Frank Ryan, assistance and the request Hamilton, Wentworth, On- Service #926018. was forwarded to our Soci- tario, Canada, not Buffalo, ety. Little information was New York as he indicated on Ralph acquired the med- found at first until fulton- his attestation papers. Birth al in 2001 when his father history.com was consulted. records for some of his sib- passed away and he had got- Thank you Tom Tryniski!! lings and death records for ten possession of his moth- Tom has digitized millions his siblings who died in er’s sewing box where it was of New York State newspa- Ontario were also found. kept. His mother had died pers and within five minutes FamilySearch also provided in 1992. She had worked at of searching the site, it was WWI & WW II draft cards Our Lady of Victory Hospi- discovered that ‘Frank Ryan’ for his brothers and other tal and cooked for the nuns. was an alias. The service- relatives. At the time he acquired the man’s name was actually Ar- Fultonhistory was medal, Ralph put it in his thur Colebrook, his father searched again for marriage safe deposit box where it was William Colebrook and announcements and death remained for years. He was the family lived at 396 North notices for Arthur’s broth- going to give it to Canadi- Division St. An article in the ers’ families. an relatives as a decoration Buffalo Evening News Sep- His nieces and nephew’s for their cottage. The medal tember 6, 1917 said a tele- families were searched for in did not have a ribbon, so he gram was sent last night to census and other records in- purchased a reproduction 636 N. Division St. giving cluding Erie County prop- ribbon for it. On his way notification of his death, but erty records. to his relatives, he thought Frank Ryan was not known Once names of possible he should make an effort to at that address. That was an living relatives were ob- find Frank’s living relatives address the family had lived tained, online searches were and give the medal to them. at in 1910. made for addresses & phone As a US Air Force Veteran Once it was determined numbers of Arthur’s nieces/ that is what he would want if that his real name was Ar- nephews & grandnieces/ the medal was his. He con- thur Colebrook & what grandnephews. tacted Canadian Veterans his parents’ names were, While searching to find Affairs and the Canadian census records were con- living relatives, ‘Frank Ry- Honours and Awards Com- sulted which confirmed his an’s’ military service record Closer Than You Realize: A Hidden Adventure along Lake Ontario Finding Annual Celtic Fun at Olcott Beach Can a local festival be both popular and performers, craftsmen, animals, ‘My kids played your games at the 1st is also free parking. unknown to Western New Yorkers? It historical re-enactors and more. Guests or 2nd [Niagara Celtic] festival and now Of course one way for the festival to be can if it’s the Niagara Celtic Heritage can shop, dine, listen to music, cheer on they are in college or have little ones of memorable is to get in FREE! Visit their Festival! This charming event is held athletes, learn to swordfi ght, see animal their own!’” website by August 26th for a chance to every year in Northern Niagara County, demos, explore the popular kid’s corner, We also believe one of the most win ticket packages- they’re drawing and if you haven’t visited before then attend classes…the list goes on and on. important parts of their festival is their 6 winners and the contest is open to mark your calendars now: September 17 “You really have to see the festival to hard-working team of volunteers; nearly everyone 14 and older. & 18. understand how amazing it is,” explains 500 people contribute their talent and **TIME AND MONEY SAVING TIP!! For many Niagara Celtic is a hidden gem, one of the festival’s Associate Directors, skills to help make sure guests have a The festival’s Ticket Booth is always a family-friendly affair that celebrates Vicki Banks. “Every year we have new wonderful time. To have such a large busy every year, though the staff works amazing heritage, history and fantasy in guests join us that are stunned…they body of volunteers is rare for a modern hard to process people as fast as possible. a way that’s reminiscent of the carnivals can’t believe such a unique and wonderful non-profi t, and we can’t help but believe We recommend not wasting time and fairs of yester-year. The festival festival exists in their ‘backyard’.” that mysterious ‘festival magic’ has standing in line by ordering your tickets is packed with non-stop entertainment Visiting their website, NiagaraCeltic. something to do with it. online. The system is easy to use, and and hands-on fun, all sheltered within com, you can get a sense at how big Save the Dates: the 16th Niagara Celtic you’ll save money by ordering before trees and surrounded by a breathtaking and broad the festival is. Photos include Heritage Festival is on Sept. 17 & 18 Labor Day. Irish Times Readers can use view of Lake Ontario. Once you arrive guests enjoying a vast variety of in Olcott, NY, which is less than an the special Promo Code: TIMESLOVE you’ll instantly feel magic in the air. entertainment. MacFarlane’s Company is hour drive from Buffalo, Niagara Falls and save 5% off your order- good until We’re not kidding! It’s an indescribable one of a handful of groups that have been and Rochester. There’s also plenty of 9/10! So this year while others stand in a atmosphere, created out of an amazingly attending since 2001. Based in Ohio, they accommodations nearby if you visit for long, sunny or windy line, you’ll already diverse crowd surrounded by so many offer hands-on learning, including the the weekend (different events happen be enjoying the concerts, shopping, new experiences and fun they can’t help chance for children to become soldiers each day so it’s worth staying). Pre-Sale food…and everything else you love but smile and get swept away. and battle the British. Longtime member tickets, VIP packages and even special about Niagara Celtic! There is a wonderful array of Irish, Karen Wood has attended since the fi rst discounts are available at NiagaraCeltic. *Photo credit is to Wayne Peters for all Scottish and Welsh foods, artisans, year. “I love the many folks who say com; kids 12 & under are free, and there our photos

Buffalo Irish Times - 8 - October Edition 2018 World War I Victory Medal Reunited

Daughters of Erin Ed Patton, Christine& Ralph Sellito, Sue Marino, Diane Blaser, Donna Shineby Meme Riedy Colebrook Family

The Daughters of Erin had a very ceremony and delicious catered dinner and features hamburgers, hot dogs, Court 9 and Detroit Court 6. Robin award for military valor that lists ‘Frank Ryan’ as being he was a teenager and may nephews who serve in the At this point in the pre- successfulREUNITED year From and Page although 7 we have a that followed. We welcomed 8 new homemade salads, desserts and door Messenger, Court 5 Buffalo, will be summer break from businesscan meetings be received. members A Hill 70 this buried year andin Vimy, congratulate France. prizesnot have for been adults able andto enter children. United Tickets States Airsworn Force, in Joas- Nationalsentation, President, Ralph Sellito so thiswho theremans attacked are festivals the 29th and Bat - eventsMemorial are on Park MaryJo was opened Beltrami, The Sheilamemorial Fitzpatrick, at Vimy is areCanada only legally. $10 for adults andseph $5 Ogorek for andwill Dan be aSav memorable- had the weekend medal wasfor allintro in- ourtalion “to at 0400. do” list.The The29th annualBat- last Calendar August, theJacqueline 100th an - Krupczyk,inscribed in Mary French Lynch, & En- childrenThe 10Canadian years and govern younger- ini, and(Dan are is formerattendance. Special duced and said a few words, niversary of the battle, in glish “To the Valour of their Luncheon,talion pushed our the largest Germans fundraiser, was Elaine McAllister, Patricia Seiner, availablement guidelines by calling say medals Knights Forces of Equity & served If youin Iraq are Catholic& then andSusan of IrishMariono, descent, the France to honor the Cana- Countrymen in the Great and other service commen- Afghanistan), Ralph Sellito heldback, inbut May in the and fighting, all 200 plus ladies Caroline Spoth and Kristine Werner 3rd Degree President Charlie McSwain over 18 years ofgrandniece age and ofwould Arthur like Cole to- dian Corps victory. War and in Memory of dations must be in the name and his son-in-law, United hadsuffered a wonderful heavy timecasualties and enjoyed the who were sworn in by Past National at 860-2491 or can be purchased at join our organization,brook wascontact introduced President to beautifully decorated tables, lunch‘Pvt. Frankand Ryan’President was ini Meme- their Riedy. Sixty A Thousandshort business Dead thethat door the personthe evening served ofun -the Statesevent. Air All Force Rosemary and all my Davis at 648-1589. Our including all of its officers. receive the medal and say a the Chinese Auction under thetially expertise listed as meetingmissing be led- byThis President Monument Rosemary is Raised proceedsder and it benefi is unknown t our scholarship how uncles fund. and cousinsmeetings who are the third Wednesday of The 28th Battalion assisted few words. of our chairperson Bonnie O’Hara.lieved killed,This thenDavis officially reminded by usthe ofPeople the eventsof Canada” the Theor when Knights the medal of Equity came to and have Daughters served ineach all branches month (exceptNineteen July, members August of and the affordsthe 29th usBattalion the opportunity and they tokilled continue in action. summer has in Thestore land for forus. this battlefield of Erin National Convention will take December) at 7pm in the Buffalo Irish be in Ralph’s mother’s pos- of the US Military. Colebrook family came to ourhad charitablecontrol of donationsNun’s Alley throughout Circumstances the The of Knights Death ofpark, Equity 91.18 3rd hectaresDegree andwas placesession. October 7th and 8th hostedAttempts by wereCenter. made to the ceremony, with some year.& the top end of Cinnebar Registers, FirstLadies World ofWar Kincora ‘the giftwill in host perpetuity the annual of the PittsburghEfforts were Court made 9 to at find the Marriottcontact possible in Have relatives a safe, of happy and fun summer! coming from Ohio. OurTrench. June Hill meeting 70 battle beganwas at withthe Library the and“Antless Archives Picnic” French on Wednesday nation to the July people 27 CranberryArthur’s living Township, relatives to PA. Arthur Meetings a number of times In an evening of coin- beautifulfought over candlelit 10 days withInitiation the ofCeremony Canada: “Atfrom 1.30 o’clock 5 – 8pm of in Canada’. the Claddagh Canadian Room trees andhonor renewing him and friendships all service- willwith highlight life & deaths neces- forGermans new suffering members. between Renee on the Leiser afternoon of the of BuffaloAugust Irishand shrubs Center. were The planted event isto theman weekend & women and including we know sitating it will delays be in trying to cidences, a member of the did20,000 a to wonderful 40,000 casualties. job planning 21st 1917, our when open in toNUNS all members, resemble family the woods and friendsand for- amy great grandfather time with Leo ourLan - friendscontact from relatives. But, now, Colebrook family had lived The Germans widely used ALLEY TRENCH, CITE ests of Canada. gan, US Army WWI, who I am pleased to say that across the street from Ralph poison gas in their shells and AUGSTINE, during an at- It is believed that Arthur also served in France, my Arthur’s great niece, Susan years ago, an extended fam- more than 9,000 Canadian tack North West of LENS, Colebrook lived in Canada brother Leo McGrath, Unit- Marino, is very excited to ily member is related to soldiers were killed. For the he was shot through the and entered the Canadian ed States Marine Corps, learn about her great uncle BIGS President Ed Patton battle, six members of the headBUSINESS by a sniper’s bullet and Army under the alias Frank niecePROFILES Audrey Ogorek, Unit- and more of her family’s his- and another family member Canadian Army earned the instantly killed.” Ryan because he had some ed States Marine Corps tory and accept the medal is the adopted nephew of Victoria Cross, the highest Veterans Affairs Canada legal trouble in the US when who served in Afghanistan, on her family’s behalf. BIGS member Jan Smith. BUSINESS PROFILES

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Buffalo Irish Times - 7 - July /August Edition 2016 Thomas W. Carroll Ancient Order of Hibernians Division One and the Black Rock Historical Society

Buffalo Irish Times - 9 - October Edition 2018

NYS Senator, Tim Kennedy; AOH Member Larry Ginnane; Irish Consul General, Barbara Jones; AOH NYS Secretary and Division One President, Tom Lambert; AOH Standing Committee Chairman, Jim O’Brien; AOH Vice President Kevin Lafferty, AOH Member Patrick Krey; AOH Financial Secretary, Tom Callaghan and AOH Member Bill Butler.

Recently worked together to mark the 150th including the Consul General of Ireland, Anniversary of the Fenian Invasion of Barbara Jones, local dignitaries including Canada from Buffalo in 1866 at the Fenian New York State Senator Tim Kennedy, City Monument. This commemoration also of Buffalo Comptroller, Mark Schroeder marked the 5th Annual commemoration and many members of the AOH and the of the Fenian Invasion by the AOH at the Black Rock Historical Society. The day’s actual site of the Fenian Invasion along events concluded with a reception at the the Niagara River in Towpath Park. The Black Rock Historical Society Museum. commemoration was the culmination of The weekend’s events not only helped to eventsWestern on New Friday York June was 3rdin the and house Saturday at the recenthonor AOH/LAOH an important National event in Convention the history inJune Louisville, 4th, 2016. Kentucky. A Hooley The was heldConvention at the wasof Buffalo,held from but July also 11th through helped to honor July those14th, 2018. Buffalo Attendees Irish Center from on leftFriday. to right Saturday’s included braveNYS individualsAOH Vice whoPresident, also served Tom toLambert; inspire eventsSister includedCorona; LAOH a Parade Queen down Maeve Niagara Division the EasterPresident, Rising Kathleen in Ireland McLuckie; fi fty years Past later! 10 Family History Questions StreetLAOH to Division the Fenian 2 Lockport Monument President and Susan a Tom Griffith; Lambert, Siobhan AOH NYS Nolan; Rita Secretary Nolan; and very movingNYS ceremony AOH Treasurer, at the Monument, Tom O’Donnell; AOH and Division Maryann One PresidentSorrentino. attended by almost one hundred individuals, to Ask Your Grandparents When researching your family history, one of the greatest resources at your disposal are your living relatives. Your grandparents and other older relatives may just be your closest connection to earlier generations of your family. When your grandparents pass, their knowledge and memories of your family’s history Gems from the Library disappear forever. Interviewing your elderly relatives now is not only great for capturing and preserving their Jim Boyle stories for future generations, but also a wonderful way to get to know them better. The Illustrated Life of Michael Collins by Here are some questions to ask your grandparents before it’s too late: Colm Connolly is a short multipictured look 1. What were the names and birthdates of your siblings, parents and grandparents? Did any of at the brief but important life of Michael them have nicknames? Collins. A hero of the 1916 revolt, he was 2. When and where were you born? Did your parents share any stories with you about that day? assassinated during the civil war, which 3. What is your earliest childhood memory? Happiest? Saddest? followed the establishment of the Irish Free 4. What was your childhood like? What did you enjoy doing for fun? State. 5. What was school like for you growing up? Where did you go to school? 6. When and how did you meet grandpa/grandma? Olympic Gold Medalist, World Champion rower and Buffalo native Emily Regan Readers looking for an in-depth biography 7. Who was the oldest relative you remember as a child? ofvisited his life the will Buffalo not fi nd Scholastic it in this work. Rowing What Association on Ohio Street Wednesday to check 8. What did you want to be when you grew up? What jobs did you have? you outwill the fi nd facility is a very and readable talk to glimpse student into rowers and staff about her love of the sport! 9. What events most impacted your life growing up? the life of “The Big Fellow,” as many called 10. What would you say is your proudest achievement? him.

Michael Collins was a man of many gifts. While his formal education ended at the local National School, he acquired a love of books and learning from his father at an early age. At the age of six his father died. Young Michael continued learning from his family feel for the man who served Ireland so well and members of the community. During this during these desperate times. On his father’s time he developed a knowledge and love of deathbed, “he pointed to Michael junior and Ireland, its history and a fi erce devotion for said to the assembled family: ‘Mind that Irish independence. child. He’ll be a great man yet and will do things for Ireland.’” Michael was also gifted with good looks and guile. These talents helped him in personal As always, visitors are welcome to use relationships and in establishing a stunningly the library. Presently, hours are the third successful spy ring. His use of “G” men and Wednesday of each month at 7 PM and operatives such as the “Twelve Apostles” by appointment. Please contact me fi rst as proved very useful in dealing with the far there is an Irish language class being held in superior British Army. the library at that time. I may be reached at: 716-873-1078 or [email protected]. For Membership Information Call Although a brief work, The Illustrated Life Volunteers are always welcome and we are Skip Sommer 716-812-0538 • [email protected] of Michael Collins gives the reader a real still looking for book club members.

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joining the “Buffalo Irish generation knew that their County Offaly, Byrneents. John Hartigan, for parts of the city, individ- By Rich Blake Center Mural, Mise Éire” heritage was key to their spent much of the first half example, was a carpenter uals shouting hellos and SPECIAL TO THE NEWS (which in Irish means “I success and they donated of his life in Limerick and who did repairs and built shaking hands, shoulder am Ireland), an artwork countless hours to keep the Dublin. He moved with his a proper GAAA board- to shoulder, just as the pio- It was Michael Byrne commissioned by current building solvent.” wife and four kids to Buf- room table. John Plunkett neers envisioned – togeth- who came up with the GAAA leadership. Mu- “I think as a communi- falo in 1956, staying with did electrical work. Dennis er under one roof. idea: a central gathering ral committee chair and ty we sometimes take the an aunt. Byrne eventually Sullivan, Fred Conway and *** place for Buffalo’s Irish. longtime Irish-American Irish Center for granted, landed a job at Bethlehem John Callahan were also “The mural demon- Then president of the St. heritage-keeper Mary showing up there around Steel, according to his son among the early volun- strates how our Irish her- Patrick’s Irish American Heneghan enlisted Ham- St. Patrick’s Day but per- Patrick. teers. Board member Ki- itage has shaped us as Club, Byrne led an effort to burg artist Judi Witt on a haps not thinking too The elder Byrne soon eran Harrington is fondly individuals, and as a com- secure funds to purchase, design and work is now much more about the became active in the Irish recalled as a fixture work- munity,” Heneghan said. in 1970, the old South Buf- underway. place,” said Buffalo City community, organizing ing behind the original Depictions of music, falo YMCA building on The stone archway/wall Court Judge Hon. Kev- dances and trips back to bar with its rustic-looking dance, sports, professions, Abbott Road near McKin- component of the project in J. Keane who helped the old country. (Many thatched eves and string legends, and more will tell ley Parkway. drew crucial support from organize civic luncheons Buffalonians and visitors of pennants bearing the the story of Buffalo’s Irish When the newly cre- the families of those long- during the 1990s. to the city would cross names of Ireland’s 32 roots, she added. ated Buffalo Irish Center time Irish Center volun- If the Irish Center is to paths with Byrne at the counties. The mural will span the encountered immediate budget woes, it was Tom teers and benefactors. In remain, as Heneghan puts Porter Avenue gas station For several years, the side wall of the Buffalo Johnson, its first-everall, the project is expected it, “the fulcrum through where he worked part- South Buffalo YMCA, Irish Center. Adjacent to chairman, who salvaged to raise some $40,000. which our Irish culture time). which had a swimming it will be the Stone Tow- a 60-foot mahogany rail Though a popular stout and heritage is shared and “My dad, along with pool and a gymnasium, er. The names of the Irish from a recently shuttered dispensary and go-to ven- preserved for future gen- several Buffalo Irishmen, still leased the building Center’s early founders tavern and obtained a li- ue for all kinds of private erations,” then more than had a burning desire to during the day, providing and longtime supporters quor license. The bar was affairs, the Irish Center just a commemorative art have a club that they could a modest but crucial rev- will begin to be engraved open. is much more than just a work will be needed. call their own,” Patrick enue stream. The YMCA into the stones during the As financial pressures bar/catering hall. It’s home “Their early dream was Byrne recalled. For many arrangement ended in the weeks ahead. Heneghan mounted, it was the next to more than a dozen for a place where emi- years, the group, meeting late 1970s and as the bills would like for curious vis- chairman, Tom Murray, nonprofit organizations,grants could share music, in a small room at the St. piled up, local leaders, itors to come by the Irish assisted by a steering com- each promoting a differ- stories, sports, dance and Pat’s club, located on Riley politicians and business- Center to check out the mittee of Dick Keane and ent aspect of Irish culture. more,” she said. “To keep Street near Main, worked men alike, rallied together, mural and tower as they Tom Blake, who launched These include: the Buffalo it alive, we will have to all on their plan. according to Jerry Shea, take shape. an annual St. Patrick’s Day Comhaltas (Martin Wyn- come together, and not just Fellow St. Pat’s member writing in the Irish Times And she hopes that Civic luncheon. Within a ne Branch), promoters of once a year.” Tom Johnson, a bricklay- in 1995. these special artworks, like few years, the luncheon – Irish traditional music and er born in County Clare, The civic luncheon was a the Irish Center itself, will corned beef and cabbage, dance; the Buffalo Feni- helped Byrne scout loca- financial lifeline. It quickly be a part of the community beer, music, and, inescap- ans GAA Football Team; *** tions; Johnson set up the came under the control of for a long time to come. ably, politicking – became the Rince Na Tiarna Irish GAAA charter company a two-man steering com- Anyone interested in the social event of the Dancers; and the United When Michael Byrne that bought the building mittee, Tom Blake and donating to the mural green-wearin’ season, and Irish-American Associa- signed the deed to pur- in October of 1970. Soon Dick Keane who cajoled project or wishing to sup- a crucial source of reve- tion, organizers of the an- chase the YMCA build- after that, he was elected everyone they knew (a lot port the Irish Center can nue for the Gaelic Amer- nual Buffalo St. Patrick’s ing in October of 1970 as the Irish Center’s first of people) to buy a ticket. email Heneghan: mary@ ican Athletic Association Day Parade. he’d realized a dream that chairman. The luncheon, by the buffaloirishcenter.com. (GAAA) which owns and Reminiscing on the stretched back to the late Typing out newsletters mid-1980s, had taken on Rich Blake is a native of operates the Irish Center. founders, Heneghan can’t 1950s. By 1966, Byrne and on Byrne’s dining room a life of its own. Each year, Buffalo and the author of And while these fond- help but take a walk down other members of the St. table, the pair kept the at noon on the Friday prior several non-fiction books ly remembered founding memory lane while also Pat’s club, along with the community connected, to the Buffalo St. Patrick’s set in the city, including fathers have since entered pondering the future. Knights of Equity, Court spending countless hours Day Parade, the Irish Cen- Talking Proud: Rediscov- that great meeting hall be- “These names – Horan, #5, were drafting the ear- arranging “socials” that ter turns into a jam-packed ering the Magical Season yond, they will once again Carney, Ryan, Harrington, liest plans to put Buffalo’s featured the best-known beehive of political leaders of the 1980 Buffalo Bills, be side by side in support Sullivan, Conway, Byrne, Irish under one roof as Irish performers, such as and candidates, city and The Day Donny Herbert of the institution they Johnson – are but a few of soon as they could raise the Clancy Brothers and labor union officials, news Woke Up and Slats: The helped build. the families who formed enough money and find the Irish Rovers. media, parade organizers, Legend & Life of Jimmy Their names will grace the base of our heritage the right location. Local tradesmen vol- clergy, various civic leaders Slattery. He is the son of a new “Stone Tower” ad- center,” she said. “This Born in Tullamore, unteered time and tal- and businessmen, from all the late Tom Blake. Buffalo Irish Times - 11 - October Edition 2018

Purcell Family - Paul Purcell ‘60, Peter Purcell ‘74, Tom Purcell ‘65, Joe Purcell ‘59, Joe’s two sons, Brian Purcell ‘94 and Dan Purcell ‘92 Timon’s Jim Hillery ‘51 Green & Gold Golf

Tournament draws record October 13, 2018 - Pier A Harbor House, New York City Interested in Your Irish alogy Event include: Reception: Sponsored by number of golfers Genealogy? Join us at The Morning Program: Wel- Hennessy and featuring a se- Genealogy Event on October come; Introduction to Ge- lection of cocktail recipes Bishop Timon - St. Jude some also with a score of 13 in New York City nealogy; Key Irish Genealo- Special Offers and Give- High School hosted its an- 61; Adam Vogl ‘06, Ricky OVER gy Resources; Overview on aways: A selection of special nual Jim Hillery ‘51 Green & Finnegan ‘05, Sean Murphy As genealogy continues DNA event offers for genealogy Gold Golf Tournament on $18,000 ‘04 and Dan Krug ‘07. Mike to grow in popularity The Afternoon Program: Irish and genealogy related ser- Monday, July 23, 2018. Over RAISED Baer ‘88 won the Closest to Genealogy Event provides and Irish American Resourc- vices, prize giveaways as well 150 golfers enjoyed playing the Line contest and Paul the opportunity for those es at the New York Public as a copy of limited edition at the Tournament’s new FOR TUITION Hoffstetter won the Closest interested in exploring their Library; The Irish Experience book for all full day ticket location, the Orchard Park ASSISTANCE! to the Pin contest. family history to learn how at Ellis Island and Castle Gar- holders: Hennessy: A Toast Country Club. Each year The success of the Tour- funds from the Tournament to get started and/or to con- den; Archives of the Archdi- to the World’s Preeminent First Honors each year. Pe- nament was due to The Jim tinue in their genealogy re- ocese of New York City; Ad- Spirit help to provide tuition as- ter, ‘72 achieved Academic Hillery ‘51 Green & Gold search. With a series of talks vanced Research Strategies Ticket Types: Options to sistance to students who First Honors while playing Golf Tournament Plan- delivered throughout the day Feature Heritage and His- join for the full day with or might otherwise be unable on the golf team for three of ning Committee members, the hope is that a few more tory Presentation: Presented without lunch or for the af- to attend Timon. The tour- his four years as a student. Vin Bamrick ‘79, Mike By- nament has raised over ancestors and mysteries will by Maurice Hennessy, 8th ternoon feature heritage and Tom, ‘65 also played golf rne ‘79, Pat Crowley, Dan $200,000 since Jim Hillery be uncovered! generation member of the history talk and reception for Timon, while Pat, ‘61 Caulfield ‘76, Jack Caldie- ‘51 started it many years ago. Highlights of The Gene- Hennessy (cognac) family that follows. focused on photography for ro ‘79, Ricky Finnegan ‘05, The Honorary Chairs of the Timon publications and Barbara Hart, Jim Hillery this event, the Purcell fami- went on to earn his bachelor ‘74, Tony Ippolito ‘75 and ly, included five of the Pur- and master degrees in Art Bob Salamone ‘77 along cell brothers who attended Education. with sponsors, Basil Resale Bishop Timon High School Congratulations to the South, Brian Seifert ‘88, GENEALOGY and four of which were winning foursomes with a members of Timon’s golf score of 60; Vin Bamrick Margaret Martello Howard Family Research team. ‘79, Jack Hoffstetter ‘71, Paul Hanna Real Estate, Matting- ly Cavagnaro, LLP, Dr. Peter Joe, a member of the class Hoffstetter ‘73 and Pauly Guidelines to untangling your roots of 1959, received All-Catho- Hoffstetter ‘04. 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Buffalo Commemorates the 100th Anniversary of the Fenian Invasion of 1866 by William Butler During the early morning of June 1, 1866, the year 2016 as the sesquicentennial of the Joe Golombek and City Comptroller Mark explained how the invasion rekindled the fi res Colonel John O’Neill, a member of the Fenian invasion of 1866, in addition to the centennial Schroeder, Grand Marshalls Consul General of freedom as a direct forebear to Padraig Brotherhood from Nashville, Tennessee led of the Easter Rising of 1916 – a fact that has not of Ireland Jones and Senator Kennedy led Pearse’s legendary graveside oration for the a combined force of Irish-American Civil been lost on historians. Ms. Jones expressed units representing the AOH, Buffalo Fenians famous Fenian Jeremiah O’Donovan Rossa War veterans from Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, her gratitude to the Buffalo Irish Center for Gaelic Football Club, Erie County Sheriff’s and of course the Easter Rising of 1916. In Tennessee, and Buffalo, New York to invade their work in preserving and celebrating Irish Pipes and Drums, Niagara Celtic Festival, and solemn remembrance, Mr. Lambert recited the British North America (now Canada) with culture in the United States. Not only did she Black Rock Historical Society. After arriving names of the Fenian patriots who were killed the objective of seizing the Welland Canal recognize the Fenian soldiers who took up arms at the monument, Tom Callaghan began the during the Battles of Ridgeway and Fort Erie and holding Canada hostage until the British for the cause of Irish independence, but also ceremony with an opening prayer for the brave in 1866. Following a memorial three-volley government recognized the freedom of the the women who “scrubbed fl oors and opened Irish-American soldiers who sacrifi ced so musket salute by the Buffalo 7th Regiment, Irish people. In the dark of night, between 500 doors” as domestic servants and selfl essly gave much for the cause of freedom for all Ireland. Irish Army of Liberation, Raymond Ball, Jr. and 800 men were ferried across the Niagara their precious pennies and dimes to fund the With the scenic backdrop of the blue waters played taps in honor of the fallen. Ms. Jones River from the docks of the Pratt Ironworks struggle for freedom. of the Niagara and green shoreline of Canada, and Mr. Kennedy then ceremoniously carried a which is now Tow Path Park at the foot of In an historic reenactment, Raymond Ball, Kate Schroeder sang touching renditions of fl oral wreath from the monument and placed it Hertel Avenue. After decisively defeating Sr. of the Buffalo 7th Regiment, Irish Army both the Irish and US national anthems. on the waters of the Niagara where the Fenian Canadian militia and the Queen’s Own Rifl es of Liberation commanded the center fl oor After the anthems, Mr. Kennedy addressed the soldiers had crossed 150 years ago. In a fi nal in battles at Ridgeway and Fort Erie, O’Neill of the Emerald Room and “mustered the crowd by fi rst thanking the individuals and gesture of respect, the historic Fireboat Edward and his men were forced to retreat as their lines troops” to “organize Companies, Battalions organizations who were responsible for the M. Cotter arched a symbolic water salute from of supplies and reinforcements were cut off and Regiments in the City of Buffalo for the planning and sponsorship the commemorative its powerful pumps and turrets. by US Army General George Meade and the army of the Irish Republic.” After his call events. He also respectfully remembered the After the ceremony, the Black Rock Historical USS Michigan. One hundred and fi fty years to arms, the Fenian Sisterhood presented Irish-Americans who placed themselves in Society hosted a reception at their museum later, this herculean effort was respectfully the replica fl ag which was originally carried harm’s way for the cause of Irish freedom. at 1902 Niagara Street. Amid displays remembered by commemorative events by their brethren into battle in 1866. These Only one year prior, these courageous men had representing the Black Rock, Riverside, West sponsored by the Ancient Order of Hibernians “Sisters” represented the wives, daughters fought the bloodiest war in US history; yet the Hertel and Grant-Amherst communities, guests (AOH), Erie County Division 1 and Black and sweethearts of the Fenian soldiers who fi ght for the independence of Ireland was so enjoyed light refreshments including a special Rock Historical Society. historically helped raise money for the Fenian vital that they did not hesitate to take up arms craft brew that was tapped just for the occasion On June 3, a traditional Irish Hooley was Brotherhood through fancy balls and picnics. once again for their homeland. Recognizing by Community Beer Works – an Irish red amber held in the Emerald Room of the Buffalo Today, the original fl ag, with its gold sunburst the achievements that the Fenian Invasion had ale named Céad Mile Fáilte. Guests were Irish Center where guests were treated to and border on a fi eld of green, is curated at the gained for both Ireland and Canada, Ms. Jones also privileged to have the opportunity to talk musical selections from the “Fenian Songster” Buffalo History Museum but unfortunately has acknowledged the long fi ght for Irish freedom with Irish scholars and authors including Dr. performed by Rush the Growler. Appropriate become greatly deteriorated and is no longer and the men and women who sacrifi ced all Bridgette Slavin (Professor of Celtic Studies, pomp and circumstance was also provided by available for public viewing. they had to achieve it. Despite this at times Medaille College), Tim Bohen (author of the Erie County Sheriff’s Pipes and Drums. On June 4, the historic Black Rock community deadly struggle, she emphasized that the fl ag Against the Grain), Dr. Tim Madigan (Director President Tom Lambert of the AOH welcomed hosted a formal procession from Amherst of the Republic is truly a fl ag of peace. From of Irish Studies Program, St. John Fisher the guests and introduced NYS Senator and Street along Niagara Street to the Fenian the Rising of 1848 to the Easter Rising of 1916 College) and Dr. David Doolan (lecturer/tutor special guest of honor Consul General of Invasion of 1866 monument at Tow Path and beyond, the green represents Ireland’s and author of Transnational Revolutionaries, Ireland in New York Barbara Jones. Mr. Park. Before stepping off, the Buffalo 7th Gaelic tradition with the orange representing The Fenian Invasion of Canada, 1866). Kennedy described the importance of the Regiment provided a “Living History” the followers of William of Orange. Most Fenian invasion not only from the perspective presentation of a Civil War-era encampment at importantly, the white of the “Irish tricolour” of Buffalo history, but also because of its Market Square which gave local residents and signifi es the lasting truce between the “Green” signifi cance to both Canadian confederation visitors alike the opportunity to “inspect the and the “Orange.” and Irish independence. He acknowledged troops.” Accompanied by City Councilman AOH Brothers Kevin Lafferty and Jim O’Brien

Buffalo Irish Times - 12 - October Edition 2018 CLASSES: LITERATURE Also there was a sinister the three shouts on a hill, By NICHOLAS J family in the neighbour- TUSSING they were all killed by the hood called the Snyders. proprietor. They begged Later Stigs got together with Lugh to let them have some It’s amazing how much BIGS a bunch of other cavemen healing thing they’d got on I remember about this. I for some kind of ritual. the quest; but Lugh refused, Buffalo Irish could probably provide My chief literary mem- because he said they’d be summaries of most of what ories, though, come from a more famous if they died. we read, although some of it Genealogical Society book of Irish myths and leg- The other set of stories is a tad vague. ends. I still have a copy of the I remember has to do with I think the earliest of book that Mrs. Healy gave Finn MacCool and the Fi- the various things we read me when we went home. I anna, who were not unlike NEXT 3 REGULAR might have been The Grey remember Lugh of the Long Robin Hood in that they Goose. My memory of this Arm defeating the one-eyed lived out in the forest; but MEETINGS is indeed rather vague. It giant Balor, leader of the Fo- they weren’t outlaws so will be in the HDC Conference Room featured a girl with a pet morians (I might not have far as I know, and indeed goose, who was raised in a known they were Fomori- helped kings on a number of the Heritage Discovery Center village in Ireland; went (I ans back then). Later Lugh’s of occasions. In order to 100 Lee St, Buffalo, NY 14210 think) to some kind of fair, father was murdered by the join the Fianna, one had to and wandered around a lot. three sons of … some chap pass several tests, like jump- She ended up in a fancy or other (Turenn?). He dis- ing over impossibly high April 20, 2019- Saturday, 10:30-11 AM house with some well-to-do guised as a pig; but they cor- barriers and going under 18th Annual “Gathering of the Clans” relatives or something, and nered him. Lugh demand- impossibly low ones and w/Beginners’ 101 Workshop and One-on-Ones found some hidden treasure ed a fine, or eric, in a short running over grass without there. Then she went back to stanza which made it sound denting a single blade. We July 16, 2019 - Tuesday, 6:00 PM wandering, and found her- very reasonable (things like read (or heard read) about Oct 5, 2019 - Sat @ 10:30 AM self snowed in in a cottage a cooking-spit, three shouts how Finn gained wisdom with a pipe-smoking wom- on a hill, etc.). But when he by tricking his uncle (?) into an and a bunch of other NEXT ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING went into details, it trans- letting him taste the salmon *January 19, 2019 - Saturday @ 10:30 AM random people who talked pired that each of the things of knowledge; how he freed a lot. I think it had a happy on the list was almost im- Tara from the infestation will be in the ending. possible to get. So the three of an elf who put everyone GAAA Irish Library Later in the year, after I sons, led by Brian, went on a to sleep by playing a harp; Buffalo Irish Center had got into the Stone Age, long quest, visiting kings in how he met Sabha, but then 245 Abbott Rd, Buffalo, NY 14220 we read a story about a exotic countries like Greece. she was turned into a fawn chap who found a caveman At one point they went un- by a nasty druid. I think I named Stig in the vicinity derwater to visit the fairies was puzzled at the story of VISIT OUR WEB SITE! (possibly in the yard). Al- and steal their cooking-spit; Diarmaid and Grainne, for though the story fascinat- although Brian’s attempt to after having sympathised ed me, I can’t recall many fool the fairies failed miser- with Finn for several chap- http://bigNY.webs.com details. I do remember that ably, that was actually prob- ters we were now apparently they tried to teach Stig to ably the easiest, because the supposed to think of him as or find us on facebook hunt for sport, and he didn’t fairies said “Oh, go ahead, not only old and ugly, but get it, and I agreed with him. take it”. When trying to get vindictive as well. ANDY’S SOUTH END FLORAL DRIVING SCHOOL Dress Up Your Occassion With One 5 HOUR PRE-LICENSING COURSE Of Our Specialty Arrangements! PRIVATE DRIVING LESSONS • DRIVER EDUCATION PROGRAM DAILY CITY-WIDE AND SUBURBAN DELIVERIES Cardinal O’Hara H.S. Andy Moynihan 874-1653 822-7562 39 O’Hara Rd., Tonawanda, NY 14150 218 Abbott Road (accross from the Irish Center) Buffalo Irish Times - 3 - July /August Edition 2016 Buffalo Irish Times - 13 - October Edition 2018 GAAA Irish Person of the Year

On Thursday, September 13, the Buffalo Irish Center presented it annual GAAA Irish Person of the Year Award to Megan Corbett Rizzuto. Her role in chairing the Buffalo Irish Center’s largest event, the annual Civic Luncheon, and her support for our Irish culture and the community makes Megan wor- thy of this recognition. Megan has shown “What is bred in the bone will out”. The GAAA extends a sincere Thank You to Megan for helping to keep the traditions alive. THE IRISHMAN PUB & EATERY Buffalo Irish Times - 14 - October Edition 2018 McCarthy goes Home to Ireland

Performing in Ireland in June 2018 was is an outstanding and well-known hurl- an absolute thrill and a dream come true! er throughout Ireland. They opened their My wife Natalie and I took my mom as we, wonderful home to us and we cherished the along with my 5 brothers and sisters and time getting to know Adrian. their families, surprised her for her birthday I then played at the Top of the Town in with the trip. The three of us had an amazing Askeaton and we met owner Josh Sheahan. journey and did a good amount of sight-see- Josh was a blast and it was a fun pub show ing. I performed 5 shows throughout Ire- – the crowd was dancing, singing, clapping land, sat in with a Trad group in Adare, and along, etc. Natalie and I then went to Adare sang a song with buskers in Galway. and saw the world-famous castle - Adare From the moment I was born, my fam- Manor . We went into town and I sat in ily learned quickly that the one thing that with a Trad group at Bill Chawke’s bar. We would calm me down and make me happy then drove to Cavan which is 18 miles from was Irish music, specifically the Irish Rov- the Northern Ireland border in central Ire- ers and Clancy’s. My mom (Carole) will tell land. Adrian Cahill helped set up the show you I was singing their songs before I could and we stayed at his beautiful house over- talk. I was able to meet the Irish Rovers after looking the northern hills. Natalie and I show as a kid and they were a big influence had a great time. I performed at Nixy’s The on me as I began performing music, signing, Square Bar in Cavan. They loved the Amer- playing guitar, etc. Playing in bands since ican songs and it was a fun sing-along vibe. 1985, I made a decision exactly 20 years ago this month to pursue performing music as I will never forget the crowd requesting and my full-time career. I developed a solo act the weather would be incredible (80’s – 90’s the kids standing on chairs and singing, do- singing “American Pie” with their thick Irish which started out as mostly bar shows and and sunny - every day we were there!). We ing Irish dance, etc… and then played sets accents! then I expanded to play a variety of events then drove to Bray which is a beautiful sea- for the adult and kids as the night went on. We were able to enjoy some of the amaz- both public and private. front town about an hour south of Dublin We met so many warm, genuine people in ing site including Cliffs of Moore, the Titanic My friends Phil and Karen Cahill were at located right on the Irish Sea. We stayed Villierstown! Experience in Cobh, the shops Galway, and my show at the Buffalo Irish Center last St. there for one night and then drove down to We then drove to Kinsale, a historic port the Irish Sea in Bray, Liam Clancy’s grave Patrick’s Day and were excited to help me set Waterford for the first of 2 shows at the An and fishing town on the mouth of River in his hometown of Ring (who Bob Dylan up shows after finding out I had an oppor- Cruiscin Lan. The first person we really got Brandon, and I played at The Armada (we called the “best ballad singer ever”), as well tunity to play there. Phil’s cousins Darren to know in Ireland was owner, Gina Carlton. stayed as well). Owner Mary Coughlan was as grave sites of my relatives in Kilteely. We & Adrian Cahill helped with shows as well She is everything you think of – sharp wit, so nice to us and she was singing along and made so many friends and I will never forget along with my cousin Jim McCarthy, who fun, and an amazing host . The first show enjoying the set along with a combination of the sing-alongs, the dancing, clapping etc… helped us contact my cousins, the Breen’s, was a ton of fun – dancing and singing, etc. locals and tourists. It’s a great pub / bed and the tour was more than I dreamed it would and the “tour” started taking shape. The next day I played another show there breakfast in the heart of the city. We then be. The most lasting impression of the coun- On June 21, 2018, Natalie, Carole and I and many people from the town brought drove up to Limerick and we were able to try was the incredibly beautiful scenery and flew into Dublin and little did we know that their families. This second show involved get to know my relative Adrian Breen who the warmth and wit and the people. Buffalo Irish Times - 15 - October Edition 2018 HILLERY FOUNDATION IN ITS 61ST YEAR HONORS LEADERS AT ANNUAL DINNER

The Judge John D. Dad graduated in 1953. St. Martin of Tours as a of Buffalo, South Campus, Hillery Memorial Schol- Joe Head ‘69, dedicated Eucharistic Minister and a while also ministering to arship Foundation dinner music teacher at Timon for Funeral Ministry volunteer the community of St. Joseph was held at Lucarelli’s Ban- twenty nine years and well and committee member for University Parish. quet Center on Thursday, known part of the Buffa- the Ryan Purcell Race. She September 27th, to honor lo music scene for the past was also a member of the The Hillery Scholarship members of the community forty eight years and Marge Family Advisory Council Foundation has distributed who have enriched so many Carroll, who volunteered at For People Inc. Group scholarship funds to over lives through their dedica- Timon while her three boys Homes and the Mount three thousand students tion and service to others attended the school and Mercy Development Com- since its inception sixty one in Western New York. This then has worked for Timon mittee. Father Greg Jakubo- years ago. Its continued year’s award recipients in- as an Administrative Assis- wicz ‘84, OFM received the cluded Mike Lempko ‘84 tant for the last fifteen years, “Franciscan Lifetime Ser- dedication to the who has enthusiastically dedicated to the staff and vice Award, having served at young men attending and led and served on a num- students she interacts with St. Bonaventure University, seeking to attend Bishop ber of Timon alumni com- every day. the Washington, DC Theo- Timon-St. Jude High School mittees for the past twenty In addition, Maureen logical Union, Siena College speaks volumes about the two years. Mike continues Diggins, received the and Hilbert College in var- Hillery Foundation’s com- to give his time and energy “James R. Hillery Commu- ious leadership capacities. to advance the brotherhood nity Service Award” for her Father Currently serves mitment to the Franciscan of the school his family has volunteer spirit- currently Greg Jakubowicz, Joe Head, Mike Lempko as a Parish based Campus spirit of been devoted to since his serving at Harvest House, Marge Carroll, Maureen Diggins Minister for the University service. DROMOLAND CASTLE and a BEATLES FAN

George Harrison and their By Kevin j O’Brien girlfriends Cynthia Len- Dromoland Castle has non (who was then secretly always been one of my fa- married to John) and Pattie vorite visits when I am in Boyd to Dromoland Castle. County Clare. Dromoland Castle was I have always been a Beatle the ancestral home of the fan and I had to look this Dromoland O’Briens who up and found the picture of were the Kings of Thomo- nd and whose lineage goes John Lennon and George back 1,000 years to Brian Harrison sword fighting Boru, the only High King on the steps of Dromoland of Ireland. If you have an O’Brien in Castle. This fact fascinat- your ancestry Dromoland ed me and I had to look at is a must visit on any trip to Ireland. You will sense some of my earlier pictures the spirits of our ancestors to find the exact location as you walk through Dro- where picture of the Beatles moland and their beautiful gardens. was taken. My wife Joyce and I vis- Now, Dromoland Castle ited Dromoland in June is more dear to me and I 1981 on our honeymoon bar, there we met a couple honeymoon. Those are the Only recently I was told of 1964. The then own- and stopped for a drink there who gave us a bottle wonderful things that hap- the Beatles stayed at Dro- er, Bernard McDonough, will surely made my way to in Dromoland’s charming of Bunratty Meade for our pen when visiting Ireland. moland during the Easter welcomed John Lennon, that spot! Buffalo Irish Times - 16 - October Edition 2018 Halloween- The Celtic Feast of Samhain

anything “frightening” or Joseph Xavier Martin “grotesque” out of Hallow- een celebrations. Because The Halloween tradi- of these efforts, Halloween tions that we celebrate to- lost most of its superstitious day, in America, originate and religious overtones. The from the Celtic pagan fes- American tival called “Samhain. “The phrase is from ancient Gael- By the 1920s and 1930s, ic. It means meaning “end Halloween had become a of summer.” According to secular, but community-cen- Wikipedia’s explanation, tered holiday, with parades the ancient Celts divided and town-wide Halloween the year into two seasons, parties as the featured en- “the light” and “the dark.” tertainment. By the 1950s, The Celts believed that the Halloween had evolved into passage of a day began with a holiday directed mainly darkness and progressed at the young. Between 1920 into the light. The Celts felt evil spirits, released from traditionally commemorat- also called All-hallows or each other’s fortunes, dance the otherworld, who were ed the passing of the dead. All-Hallowmas (from Mid- and sing. Colonial Hallow- and 1950, the centuries-old that is why Winter marked practice of trick-or-treating the beginning of the year. So, temporarily visible. This The second festival was a dle-English Alholowmesse. een festivities also featured was also revived. The Hal- the 1st of November, Sam- enabled the puka, banshees, day to honor Pomona, the It meant All Saints’ Day and the telling of ghost stories loween tradition of “trick- hain, was the Celtic New fairies and other spirits to Roman goddess of fruit and the night before it. The tra- and mischief-making of all Year. The celebrations began come and go quite freely. It is trees. The symbol of Pomo- ditional night of Samhain, kinds. By the middle of the or-treating” probably dates at sunset of the day before, here in the Celtic traditions na is the apple. The incor- in the Celtic religion, began nineteenth century, annu- back to the early All Souls’ its eve. It marked the begin- of spirits abroad in the night poration of this celebration to be called All-Hallows Eve al autumn festivities were Day parades in England. ning of a whole new year. that the dark side of Hallow- into Samhain probably ex- and, eventually, Halloween. common. During the festivities, poor To the pagan, Celts, it een traditions emanated. plains the tradition of “bob- The superstitious Celts In the second half of the citizens would beg for food. marked the end of the pas- People disguised them- bing” for apples.” used to carve evil faces in nineteenth century, Amer- Families would give them toral cycle. The declining selves as dead or evil spirits In the seventh century, hollowed out turnips. They ica was flooded with new pastries called “soul cakes” strength of the sun was a so that during a chance en- Pope Boniface IV re-dedi- would place a candle, or immigrants. These new in return for their promise worry to them at this time of counter, with spirits wan- cated the Pantheon in Rome, burning piece of turf, inside immigrants, especially the to pray for the family’s dead dering the earth, the evil to honor of all Christian the gourd to keep evil spir- millions of Irish fleeing the year. The fire was man’s relatives. Trick-or-treating ones might think that the martyrs. It established the its away from their home the Hunger helped to popu- effort to assist the sun in its was a relatively inexpensive costume-clad celebrants Catholic feast of All Martyr’s on Halloween night. When larize the celebration of Hal- journey across the skies. It way for an entire commu- was a time when all the crops were spirits themselves and Day. Later, Pope Gregory III the Irish immigrated to the loween nationally. nity to share the Hallow- would have been gathered not bother them. Another expanded the festival to in- new world, they bought this Borrowing from Irish and een celebration. In theory, and placed in storage for the belief held that the spirits of clude all saints. He moved celebration of Halloween English traditions, Amer- long winter ahead. The live- the dead should be offered the observance from May 13 with them. Pumpkins were icans began to dress up in families could also prevent stock would be brought in food. In return, they would to November 1. Like Christ- more plentiful in America costumes and go house to tricks being played on them from the fields and selected communicate with the dei- mas, Easter and other holi- and were a lot easier to carve house, asking for food or by providing the neighbor- for slaughter or breeding. ties of the underworld to en- days, the day became a col- scary faces on. money, a practice that even- hood children with small To commemorate the sure a good harvest for the lage of celebrations, profuse The Celebration of Hal- tually became today’s “trick- treats. Thus, a new Ameri- event, the pagan Druids generous ones, during the with the cultural remnants loween was extremely lim- or-treat” tradition. In the late can tradition was born, and built huge sacrificial bon- following year. It is from this of differing civilizations. ited in colonial New En- 1800s, there was a move in it has continued to grow. fires. People gathered to tradition that children be- By the 9th century the in- gland because of the rigid America to mold Halloween So, come the dark of eve- burn crops and animals as gan dressing up as the dead, fluence of Christianity had Protestant belief systems. into a holiday more about ning, on this October 31, offerings to the Celtic dei- to go “trick or treating.” It spread into Celtic Eire. It Halloween was much more community and neighbor- watch for the faint glimmer ties. During the celebration, is why witches, goblins and gradually blended with common in the southern ly get-togethers than about of things that move around ghosts remain the most pop- and supplanted the older colonies. ghosts, pranks and witch- the Celts wore costumes, you amidst the shadows. typically consisting of an- ular choices for Halloween Celtic rites. In 1000 A.D., As the beliefs and cus- craft. At the turn of the cen- The keening wail of a ban- imal heads and skins, and costumes. the church made Novem- toms of different European tury, Halloween parties for shee, or the sinister cackle attempted to tell each other’s After the Romans had ber 2nd, “All Souls’ Day,” to ethnic groups, including the both children and adults be- fortunes. conquered much of Britain honor the dead. All Souls American Indians meshed, came the most common way of something more sinister, It was also, as the last day and Eire, they instituted Day was celebrated similarly a distinctly American ver- to celebrate the day. Parties might be a neighborhood of the year, the time when two festivals. Both merged to Samhain, with big bon- sion of Halloween began to focused on games, foods of child looking for treats. Or. the souls of the departed with the traditional Celtic fires, parades, and dressing emerge. The first celebra- the season and festive cos- It might be something else, would return to their former celebration of Samhain. The up in costumes as saints, tions included public events tumes. Parents were encour- looking for you. homes. There was always the first, Feralia was a day in late angels and devils. The All held to celebrate the har- aged, by newspapers and primitive fear of potentially October, when the Romans Saints Day celebration was vest. Neighbors would tell community leaders, to take Buffalo Irish Times - 17 - October Edition 2018 Dog Ears Bookstore thanks community for summertime support

lice Officer Dan Redmond ing new furniture for the By Joe Kirchmyer who spoke to our campers second-floor Literary Arts about school safety proce- Center, and he’s turning The nonprofit Dog Ears dures, author Tim Shan- to the community for help May DONELINE Schmidt-adopted Bookstore & Café in South non who spoke about the completing this project. Buffalo was a popular des- writing process, and Chet “We are currently accept- tination this summer for and Marina Fery of Bread ing donations to help us students intent on improv- Time Stories who spoke on purchase new furniture for Where is the ing their reading and writ- the importance of kindness. the second floor of our fa- ing skills through various Businesses that invited us cility where most of our lit- camps and activities. in to see their operations eracy programs take place, DONELINE family? “We have a lot of people included KupKates, Queen from our camps to writ- to thank starting with our City Cycling, Park Edge ing workshops and poetry My grandmother, Sarah bara NAAB HOCK. Sarah Donline? Did they have oth- summer camp sponsors, Sweet Shoppe, Abbott Ice nights,” McDonnell added. DONELINE, was born on joined the HOCH family as er children? An extended South District Council Cream and Brick Oven Bis- “The furniture that we are Sept 6, 1885, probably in “Mary S. Hock”. family? Descendants? Member Chris Scanlon and tro & Deli. currently using is showing Rochester, NY, Adoption On June 5, 1907 Mary, also Who was Jesse Harley? A the Erie County Depart- “Our teen campers were its age and is in need of an records say that her father, known as Mamie, married sister? Friend? ment of Youth Services,” also thrilled to build a mini upgrade. We are hoping the said Thomas McDonnell, library that will be housed community — businesses, Edward DONELINE, aban- Andrew B. Schmitt, builder We would like to know. executive director of the in the Garden of St. Patrick organizations and individ- doned Sarah “on or about by trade, at Our Lady of Sor- *ewett, Allen E. Adop- community bookstore lo- on the grounds of nearby uals alike — will help us 1885” and her mother, Jen- rows, corner of Genesee and tion’s (sic) Recorded in Erie cated at 688 Abbott Road. Mercy Hospital,” McDon- achieve our goal by making nie, did the same “on or Rich St. Witnesses included County Hall, Buffalo, 1874- “We would also like to thank nell continued. “This project a donation of any size to about 1886”* Bernard Schmitt (Andrew’s 1900, p547 Oversize F127. Erie County Executive Mark was made possible thanks to help offset the expense of The record notes that Sar- brother) and Jesse Harley E6 J48 1984 V.1, Special Col- Poloncarz for his ongoing Jeanne Mullen of The Gap the project.” ah DONELINE was placed (connection unknown). lections, Buffalo County Li- support of our bookstore and The Gap Foundation, as For more information in the custody of Charles Fondly remembered by brary Pg. p. 25 and 32. Com- and literacy programs. well as Mercy Hospital and about the bookstore, please W. Fuller, Superintendent her five grandchildren as ment: text includes reference “Additionally, we would the Mercy Hospital Founda- visit dogearsbookstore.org. of the Poor in Erie County. “Mamie”, Mary Sarah Hock to page 547. This page num- like to thank our guest tion.” To make a donation to the Family history suggests that Schmitt died on Nov. 14, ber appears to refer to a list- speakers and local business- Now that the summer ac- furniture fund, please con- the DONELINES were Irish 1959. She rests with her hus- ing in the official records, as es that made our camp days tivities are over, McDonnell tact McDonnell at 823-2665 immigrants. band Andrew in the United in page 547, Book 4 much more interesting, in- hopes to give the bookstore or tom@enlightenthedog. Shortly thereafter Sarah French & German Ceme- Any information, please cluding retired Buffalo Po- a fresh look by purchas- org. DONELINE was adopted by tery. Contact Ken Nash: krnnis@ Anthony HOCK, carpenter Questions: What hap- rit.edu by trade, and his wife Bar- pened to Edward and Jennie

“…the magical journey to find my Irish ancestral grounds became the inspiration for IRELAND SPEAKS: Poems From My Soul.” Written, illustrated and published by Donna M. Shine

$13.00 ($10 PLUS $3 POSTAGE) TO: Donna M. Shine 6350 Scherff Rd Dog Ears Bookstore & Café would like to thank South District Councilman Orchard Park, NY 14127 Christopher P. Scanlon for sponsoring a series of camps at the bookstore this (716) 662-1164 summer. This year, campers teamed up with Mercy Hospital and the Gap to Email: [email protected] create two “Little Libraries” to be utilized by the community.

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BIGS “Gets the Word Out!” as HDC Research Library Reopens

“surname” with us. Closing By: Donna M Shine was set for 5:00 pm that day, but the visitors were con- The HDC Research Li- stant until 7:00 pm at which brary will open to its regu- time our volunteers Patricia larly scheduled hours of the Pike and Donna M Shine 1st & 2nd Saturdays and 3rd had other commitments. Tuesdays between October BIGS was again present 2018 and June 2019 from at the Genealogical Fair at 11:00 am until 3:00 PM. St. Gabriel’s Church in West Buffalo Irish Genealogical Seneca on September 8th Society volunteers will assist hosted by the Polish Gene- with any genealogical issue alogical Society of Western you may be experiencing. New York (PGSWNY). Vol- The Buffalo Irish Ge- unteers, Ed Patton, Nancy nealogical Society greeted Koester, Diane Blaser, James visitors to the Buffalo Irish Festival on the waterfront and Donna Shine fielded this past August 25th and more genealogical queries received an enthusiastic and gave direction to many reception by the public as visitors, some who had vis- they entered the tent. Many ited us at the Buffalo Irish visitors requested research Festival. of their family by filling out A big THANK YOU! To Ancestral Charts and leav- all our volunteers who had ing contact information to great times, a few challenges, be researched later. and received more satisfac- Tables arranged side- tion with “getting the word by-side with the School of out!” about who we are and Irish Culture & Language, what we do. enabled visitors to research Please check our ad for their first or “given” names times of our upcoming at one table then their last or meetings and library dates. Buffalo Irish Times - 19 - October Edition 2018 Buffalo Irish Times - 20 - October Edition 2018 IRISH CULTURE SPONSOR OF & FOLK ART THE ANNUAL ASSOCIATION OF BUFFALO, NY INC. BUFFALO FEIS All interested in our Irish Heritage are welcome. MEETINGS: 2nd Wednesday at 7:00pm at the Buffalo Irish Center For Information, Call Charlie McSwain at 716-677-4497 www.buffalofeis.org Mount Mercy Academy Sports Round-Up

Varsity Volleyball JV Volleyball of the week to Nardin. The The Mount Mercy Varsity The Mount Mercy JV Vol- team stayed strong in the Volleyball team split its two leyball team split its matches first half, but injuries and matches last week, defeating last week, defeating Cardi- a limited number of sub- Cardinal O’Hara 3-0 and nal O’Hara 3-0 and falling to stitutes took its toll on the falling to perennial Cath- Saint Mary’s 1-2. The team team. Coach Brittany My- olic State Champion Saint rallied to defeat O’Hara ers commended junior de- Mary’s of Lancaster 3-0. 27-25 in the first game and fensive player Tierney Ashe The Magic won by scores then easily won the next two (Buffalo) for her hustle at of 25-7, 25-18 and 25-20. games 25-6 and 15-6. The both ends of the field. Junior Sara Geiser (West entire team contributed to Seneca) led the way in the the victory with sophomores Golf first game, serving fifteen Emma Wilson (Buffalo) straight points. Coach and Ryllie Padilla (Buffalo) The Mount Mercy Golf Brittany Sanscrainte cred- serving eleven and seven team lost its three matches its strong serving and good aces respectively. Freshman last week. Junior Maddy front row play for the victo- Darian Boyer (West Sene- DiGiore (Lakeview) contin- ry. Sophomore Kate Ryan ca) also had seven aces. The ues to lead the team. She (Buffalo) had seven kills and Magic lost the first game had an excellent round of 53 Hannah Fredo (Buffalo), to Saint Mary’s 18-25, won at Glen Oaks and followed the second 26-24 and fell another sophomore, added up with rounds of 56 and 59 4-25 in the deciding game. four kills. Overall the team at Cazenovia. DiGiore will Wilson had five kills in this had fifteen kills and thirteen represent Mount Mercy at aces in the match. match. Sophomore Nata- the All-Catholic Match on Despite the loss to Saint lia Weltjen (Orchard Park) the 29th. Coach Kate Lynch Mary’s, Coach Sanscrainte had two aces and served was pleased with her team’s for seven points. Freshman is encouraged by the play of play. “I was pleased with our Mara Santana (Buffalo) also Sophomore Olivia Radwan effort against a strong oppo- served for seven points. and freshman Izzy Radwan nent. I think we are headed of West Seneca. The cous- in the right direction,” Sain- Varsity Soccer ins are new to the game and scrainte said. The Mount Mercy Soc- have made great improve- cer team lost its only game ments in their play.