Ireland Network Chicago Blog

- Join the CIIS float in the downtown parade on Saturday!

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 17:11:09 GMT

IN-Chicago Members - Chicago Irish Immigrant Support has kindly offered you a spot on their float in the St Patrick's Day Parade this Saturday 3/16. To join the parade, be at Balbo & Columbus by 11:15am, and look for CIIS at float no. 53. See you there!

- Need an Irish Breakfast fix? Join WGN at Emerald Loop on Friday morning!

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 16:29:59 GMT

IN-Chicago members - get your Irish Breakfast seasonal fix taken care of in style on Friday morning March 15 at Emerald Loop, where a complimentary breakfast buffet is offered beginning at 6:30am. WGN will be broadcasting live from there from 6am to 8am. Enjoy!

- Got the Sequestration Blues? IN-Chicago has the antidote: First Friday at Strawdog Theatre!

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 15:38:09 GMT

Whether you're suffering from sequester overload, jobs report jitters, or just plain old cabin fever, we have the cure: join us for comp drinks and appetizers at First Friday in the Strawdog Theatre bar tonight at 6pm, and stay for the show at 8pm. IN-Chicago has reserved seating for "Improbable Fequency", the highly acclaimed musical set in 1940s Dublin, and there are a few seats open at our excellent preferred rate of $10! www.theirelandnetwork.com 3829 N Broadway (at Sheridan), Red Line to Sheridan or buses 36 / 151 from downtown. See you there.

- Lunch with Mary Robinson, anyone?

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 22:32:54 GMT

Join us for lunch at the Union League Club on Monday March 4, to hear Mary Robinson talk about her recently published memoir. IN-Chicago preferred rate is $25 (otherwise $40), but act fast - deadline for reservations is Friday 3/1 at noon and seats are limited. Reserve yours at www.theirelandnetwork.com. See you there!

- FF goes to a show! Join us at Strawdog March 1

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 22:25:50 GMT

First Friday goes to the theatre on March 1 - join us at the Strawdog Theatre bar (3829 N Broadway, at Grace) at 6pm. Complimentary refreshments for members, delicious appetizers for all. Then stay for the show at 8pm! IN-Chicago has reserved a limited number seats for "Improbable Frequency", a wild and wacky musical set in 1940s Dublin and getting rave reviews. www.theirelandnetwork.com for registration. See you there!

- Join us Feb 13 at Trump Chicago for Don Welsh & Colm O'Callaghan!

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 21:32:59 GMT

The latest IN-Conversation brings together two dynamic guest speakers on Wednesday, February 13. IN-Chicago is delighted to host Don Welsh, President & CEO of Choose Chicago and Colm O'Callaghan, VP & Managing Director at Trump International Hotel & Tower, Chicago. The discussion will be moderated by Chicago restaurateur Billy Lawless, Jr (The Gage, Henri). Join us for a lively conversation on the initiatives and challenges associated with enhancing Chicago's status as a global destination. Admission is free to Members and their guests, $25 to non-members, and registration is required. Click here for more details and to register. Reception 6:00pm, Program 6:45pm. We look forward to seeing you on February 13!

- IN-Chicago's 10th Annual Ball, Feb 16: seats going fast, don't miss out!

Sat, 26 Jan 2013 18:38:27 GMT

IN-Chicago's 10th Annual Ball is coming right up - reserve your seats now if you have not already! Ambassador of Ireland Michael Collins is our honored guest speaker this year, and the acclaimed Alan Gresik Orchestra will perform after dinner. Special thanks to the unprecedented number of sponsors for this 10 year celebration! Sponsorship is now closed, but some seats are available - don't miss out! See you there.

- After 89 years in Chicago, an immigrant from Limerick gets her wings

Thu, 27 Dec 2012 04:30:56 GMT

The Chicago Tribune's Dawn Turner Trice traces Josephine Stout's 89-year hard-scrabble journey from County Limerick to Chicago's southwest side to legal alien, and soon to US citizenship:
http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2012-12-25/news/ct-met-irish-immigrant-20121225_1_public-aid-blue-eyes-immigrant

- Hilary Clinton's visit this week to Dublin and Belfast: a signal on future aspirations or just doing her job?

Mon, 03 Dec 2012 17:01:53 GMT

Speculations about Hilary Clinton's 2016 presidential aspirations are hardly news, but expect to see rampant chatter on the topic during her visit to Dublin and Belfast later this week. http://www.irishcentral.com/news/Hillary-Clinton-sends-early-signal-about-2016-bid-on-Irish-visit-181736491.html

- Check out this poll on whether Illinois should provide driver's licenses to undocumented immigrants

Tue, 27 Nov 2012 18:16:38 GMT

Capitol Fax, the daily political bible of every IL legislator, posted a poll on Monday asking "Should Illinois Provide Driver's Licenses to Undocumented Immigrants?"

http://capitolfax.com/2012/11/26/question-of-the-day-1500/#comments

Check it out and weigh in!

- Holy mother of God! Colm Toibin's latest project:

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 13:48:02 GMT

Check out Lynn Neary's NPR report on Colm Toibin's latest work, The Testament of Mary, a novella with a fascinating and decidedly non-traditional depiction of Mary.
http://www.weku.fm/post/testament-mary-gives-fiery-voice-virgin

- Quiz Time! Join us at Corcoran's in Old Town on Thurs Nov 15

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 17:10:06 GMT

It's Quiz Time again! IN-Chicago's Annual Table Quiz will be at Corcoran's, 1615 North Wells Street, on Thursday November 15, and the winning team members will each receive a ticket to IN-Chcago's 10th Annual Ball at The Drake on Feb 16! Join us at 6:30pm for a fun evening of general knowledge challenges presented by Quizmasters Barbara Andrews, Valerie Wall and Eamon Nash. Bar refreshments and appetizers included, click here for more details. See you there...

- FF upstairs at Argent (State & Erie), this Friday Nov 2!

Wed, 31 Oct 2012 15:55:36 GMT

First Friday goes upmarket again - join us for IN-Chicago's monthly network gathering at 6pm this Friday Nov 2 at the Raw Bar on the mezzanine at Argent, the acclaimed restaurant at the Dana Hotel, 660 N State St. Drinks are complimentary for members until 7pm, and delicious appetizers will be served. Catch up with colleagues and forge new connections. See you there.

- John Collison hits his stride - at the ripe old age of 22

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 14:40:49 GMT

Keep your eye on the Collison brothers - from Tipp and Limerick to Harvard, MIT, Silicon Valley and beyond... http://www.inc.com/matthew-wong/stripe-john-collison-irish-entrepreneur-tipperary-to-silicon-valley.html

- Save the date - IN-Chicago's 10th Annual Ball will be on Feb 16 2013 at The Drake!

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 18:25:15 GMT

Believe it or not, IN-Chicago's 10th Annual Ball is just around the corner... wow, that was quick! Mark your calendar and come join us in the elegant Palm Court and Gold Coast Ballroom at The Drake on Saturday evening, February 16, 2013. Remember, this is no ordinary black-tie celebration with 299 of your closest Irish friends - this is IN-Chicago's 10th anniversary. So count on our best celebration yet! More news to come - stay tuned...

- iBAM! Awards Gala on Sat Oct 13 - just 2 seats left at IN-Chicago Table!

Fri, 05 Oct 2012 17:29:09 GMT

Just two seats left at IN-Chicago's table at the iBAM! Awards Gala on Saturday October 13 at IAHC - click here to snap them up. See you there - along with actor Stepen Rea, peace activist Richard Moore, and many more!

- IN-Chicago Members' Business Expo this Friday Oct 5 at 6pm!

Tue, 02 Oct 2012 12:42:58 GMT

Join us Friday Oct 5 for IN-Chicago's Annual Members' Business Showcase / FF network gathering at 1 E Wacker! Enjoy exquisite hors d'oeuvre from LM Restaurants and complimentary refreshments. A dozen member businesses will be exhibiting their services and products in an informal setting, hosted by the Irish Consulate on the 20th floor overlooking the Chicago River. All are welcome, see you there!

- Events of interest next week

Tue, 11 Sep 2012 21:50:34 GMT

Two events to note next week - Wed 9/19 at 6pm IN-Chicago presents Lori Healey & Niamh King on the NATO Summit, as part of our IN-Conversation series (details here). And prior to that, on Mon 9/14 our friends at Invest Northern Ireland are co-sponsoring a speaker series event presented by the British-American Business Council, Chicago, at 1pm, featuring Andy England, Exec VP & Chief Marketing Offiicer at Miller Coors (details here). See you next week.

- IN-Conversation on Sept 19: Lori Healey & Niamh King review their NATO Summit experiences

Fri, 24 Aug 2012 18:23:12 GMT

Join us for the latest in our IN-Conversation series on Sept 19 - Lori Healey and Niamh King will review their NATO Summit experiences earlier this year. Members attend free - register here to ensure your place. 1 E Wacker, reception at 6pm, program at 6:45. See you there!

- IN-Chicago's Annual Business Expo October 5 - registration open!

Fri, 24 Aug 2012 18:11:24 GMT

Interested in developing new business? Register now for IN-Chicago's Annual Business Expo, to be held on Friday October 5 at 1 E Wacker, 20th Floor, overlooking the Chicago River. Refreshments and appetizers will be served - see you there!