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14 October 2011
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Green Card Lottery

Green Card Lottery now open

The U.S. Diversity Visa Lottery (DV-2013) is now open for applications.
Applications can only be made through http://www.dvlottery.state.gov/

There is also information at http://travel.state.gov/visa/immigrants/types/types_1322.html and diversiity visa instructions can be found at http://travel.state.gov/visa/immigrants/types/types_1318.html The application period is from October 5, 2010 until noon, EST, on November 3, 2011. No more entries will be accepted after this.


MEMBER BLOGS

Packing Breather
by Aine McCormack
...I need a break from packing. For the past ten minutes I've been staring at the full duffel bag on my bedroom floor and the stack of clothes waiting to (somehow) be stuffed into that full duffel bag. What stays behind? What can't I live without for two weeks in Ireland? I don't feel equipped to make such important decisions at the moment. Instead, I want to daydream about my trip. Several fun events have crept into my itinerary, including the 2012 Ireland Reaching Out Launch at the Loughrea Hotel, Galway Wednesday October 12th at 9pm....

Take a tour of the pubs in Belfast!
by Kaye McArdle
At the head of Belfast Lough, Belfast city is compact and easy to get around, whether by car or on foot and is teeming with a multitude of stylish bars, gourmet restaurants, trendy clubs coupled with some of the best shopping in the UK. Visitors can enjoy traditional Irish music in a local pub or dance the night away to the latest and greatest tunes.....


PHOTO ALBUMS
DISCUSSIONS

• Secret Ireland: Lough Derg
• New Northern Ireland manager
• Bull runs through Irish pub
• Police arrest 10 Irish nationals in visa swoop


IRISH HERITAGE

CATHOLIC EMANCIPATION
Two huge political issues dominated the Irish political landscape at the turn of the 19th century - the Act of Union and Catholic Emancipation. The former was introduced on January 1st 1801 but would dominate the political agenda for another century. Catholic Emancipation - the granting of full political and religious rights to the majority of the population - was granted much sooner but not before a period of considerable political upheaval

Irish Roots

OLD CRAFTS - BESOM MAKING
The Besom Squire
Another country craft was that of besom-making. A besom was a roughly fashioned short-handled sweeping brush which was reserved for use in the hearth area of the kitchen. It was most effective on uneven flag floors, and in more recent times found its way into the garden where it proved a useful gadget for effectively lifting leaves off the lawn!

Irish Family Name Register [Free]
This family register is where people can find and share information about their family name or ancestors. Share your family history information and collaborate with others to help facilitate your own research.

Passenger Lists [Access with Irish Circle]

IRISH GIFTS

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CULTURE

• Drinking Quotes
• Irish Toasts
• Irish Songs
• Bar Jokes


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IRISH KITCHEN


IRISH ONION SOUP
In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the onions, shallots, and garlic, and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the onions are soft but not browned. Add the bay leaves, basil, thyme, brown sugar, stock or broth, and stout. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the onions are tender. Season with salt and pepper.

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UPCOMING EVENTS
Irish Food

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Barrys Tea Gold
Kerrygold Irish Butter





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