🍀 March 2025 Celtic Society Newsletter
Greetings from the Celtic Society of the Monterey Bay!
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Greetings!
Celebrating 24 years of the best Irish trad from Sligo, the Celtic Society of the Monterey Bay proudly presents Téada fresh from Ireland performing two Santa Cruz area shows in March! Also on tap, Monterey County fiddle player John Weed and his talented sons Tyler and Evan will help us celebrate St. Patrick's Day. There's also special pre-Paddy's Day shows from longtime Celtic rockers, Tempest and Ireland's Goitse (see our Community Events listings)! Rounding out the month, the Celtic Society is thrilled to welcome the Irish music "dream team" Lúnasa in an exclusive Santa Cruz area appearance! Read more about these wonderful live performances below!
We're looking forward to seeing you soon at one of our delightful shows!
"May good luck be with you wherever you go!"
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Téada Live at St. Mary's
Sunday, March 2, 2025 at 3:00 PM
St. Mary's by the Sea Episcopal Church
Pacific Grove
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Téada fresh from Ireland performs at St. Mary's by the Sea Episcopal Church in Pacific Grove on Sunday, March 2, 2025 at 3:00 in the afternoon!
Adult Advance $30 | Door $35
Child Advance $12 | Child Door $15
Member discount $3
Tickets: celticsociety.org
Celebrating 24 years as one of Ireland's leading traditional bands! With a truly worldwide reach, Téada has appeared as a frequent headliner at major music festivals throughout the US, Canada, Mexico, Europe, Africa, Russia, Israel and Australia. We're blessed to have them back in the Monterey Bay area for this intimate show!!
Téada is:
Oisín Mac Diarmada – Fiddle
Paul Finn – Accordion
Damien Stenson – Flute
Seán Mc Elwain – Guitar
Tristan Rosenstock – Bodhrán
Samantha Harvey – Piano / dance
Artist sights and sounds and tickets: celticsociety.org
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Téada Live at Kuumbwa Jazz
Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Kuumbwa Jazz, Santa Cruz
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Ireland's Téada performs at Kuumbwa Jazz Center on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 7:30 pm!
Adult Advance $25 | Door $30
Child | Student $15
Member discount $3
Tickets: celticsociety.org
Celebrating 24 years as one of Ireland's leading traditional bands! With a truly worldwide reach, Téada has appeared as a frequent headliner at major music festivals throughout the US, Canada, Mexico, Europe, Africa, Russia, Israel and Australia. We're blessed to have them back in the Monterey Bay area for this intimate show!!
Téada is:
Oisín Mac Diarmada – Fiddle
Paul Finn – Accordion
Damien Stenson – Flute
Seán Mc Elwain – Guitar
Tristan Rosenstock – Bodhrán
Samantha Harvey – Piano / dance
Artist sights and sounds and tickets: celticsociety.org
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The Party for Paddy w/ The Weeds
Sunday, March 16, 2025 at 4:00 PM
St. Mary's by the Sea Episcopal Church
Pacific Grove
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Monterey County fiddle player John Weed and his talented sons Tyler and Evan play St. Mary's by the Sea in a celebration of St. Patrick's Day on Sunday, March 16, 2025 at 4:00 pm!
Adult Advance $30 | Door $35
Child Advance $12 | Child Door $15
Member discount $3
Tickets: celticsociety.org
No doubt you already know and love this family as much as all of us at St. Mary's!! We are so fortunate to have these talented musicians right here in our backyard. John's sons are tearing it up, and in no time at all, we will be saying "I remember them when..." In fact, we are saying that already! Led by super-talented and loveable fiddler, John Weed, this show will be fantastic, and the best way we can think of to celebrate the season of green. The Bistro will be in full swing with Guinness, other seasonal libations and snacks, and our world famous "Tatties with Toppings." So please join The Weeds in celebrating St. Patrick’s month with Party For Paddy.
Artist sights and sounds and tickets: celticsociety.org
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Lúnasa Live at Kuumbwa Jazz
Sunday, March 30, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Kuumbwa Jazz Center, Santa Cruz
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The Irish music "dream team" Lúnasa plays an exclusive Santa Cruz area show at Kuumbwa Jazz Center on Sunday, March 30, 2025 at 7:30 pm!
Adult Advance $30 | Door $35
Child | Student $15
Member discount $3
Tickets: celticsociety.org
Having sold over a quarter of a million records and performed over 2,500 shows across 36 countries, Lunasa has won multiple awards and become one of the most influential bands in the history of traditional music. Come celebrate the great tradition of Irish music with one of the greatest bands performing today!
Lúnasa is:
Seán Smyth – Fiddle, whistles
Kevin Crawford – Flutes, whistles
Trevor Hutchinson – Double bass
Cillian Vallely – Uilleann pipes, whistles
Ed Boyd – Acoustic guitar
Colin Farrell – Fiddle
Artist sights and sounds and tickets: celticsociety.org
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The Celtic Society of the Monterey Bay is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to upholding Celtic traditions in our community. The Society depends on your membership to be able to attract world class musicianship. Here's how you can join the Celtic Society of the Monterey Bay:
One Year Individual $25:00
One Year Family $40:00
Two Year Individual $45:00
Two Year Family $60:00
Join the Society online at celticsociety.org or print the form and mail it to us with your check. Thank you for your support.
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SANTA CRUZ TRADITIONAL SESSION
Rosie McCann's welcomes the Traditional Irish Seisiun in downtown Santa Cruz on the first and third Thursday of the month from 7:00 to 10:00 pm. Experienced musicians, all ages. Upstairs at 1220 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060. More information...
SAN JOSE TRADITIONAL SESSION
O'Flaherty's Traditional Irish Seisiun every Tuesday evening in downtown San Jose from 7:00 until 10:45. Celebrating two decades of community and dedication to the tunes, the session welcomes experienced musicians 21 and older. O'Flaherty's Irish Pub, 25 N. San Pedro Street, San Jose, CA 95110. More information...
CELTIC CIRCLE SCOTTISH SESSION
Piper Jay Salter hosts a traditional Scottish bagpipe session first and third Mondays at Steel Bonnet Brewing from 6:30 until 8:00 pm. Welcome experienced Scottish style musicians. Pipes, low D whistle, fiddle, guitar, and more. Connect with Jay directly for more information: jaysalter@cruzio.com
21+ inside the nanobrewery located at 20 Victor Square, Scotts Valley, near the Granite Creek exit from Highway 17. More information...
JOIN THE DANCE
The Santa Cruz Scottish Country Dancers meet every Thursday evening at 7:15 pm at Peace United Church, 900 High St, Santa Cruz. scottishdancemontereybay.com | (831) 426-3689
The Royal Scottish Country Dance Society Monterey meets Monday nights at 7:00 pm at the Monterey Moose Lodge #876, 555 Canyon Del Rey Blvd., Del Rey Oaks, CA. scottishdancemontereybay.com | (831) 663-3227
San Jose Scottish Country Dancers
Meets every Monday year round at the American Legion Hall, 1504 Minnesota Ave, San Jose. Second class is always free for newcomers, otherwise there is a small class fee. Facebook: @sjscdancer
More info: SanJoseSCD@gmail.com
English Country Dance at The Santa Cruz Live Oak Grange, 1900 17th Ave, Santa Cruz. First Wednesdays of the month from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. Gender neutral, open band. Hosted by Klaus and Theresa Krull. Facebook group: English Country Dancing in Santa Cruz
Pie Ranch Third Saturday Barn Dance. Pie Ranch north of Santa Cruz, 2080 Cabrillo Hwy, Pescadero. pieranch.org
CELTIC MUSIC ON THE RADIO
KBCZ 89.3 FM | kbcz.org
The Mountain Road w/ Julie Horner
Mondays from 8:00 to 10:00 pm.
Accepting new music:
KBCZ 89.3 FM c/o Julia Dream
13200 Hwy 9, Boulder Creek, CA. 95006
Digital: leap2three@gmail.com
New Wood w/ Peter Schwarz
Thursdays from 7:00 to 10:00 am
Friday Folk-Off
Fridays from 3:00 to 6:00 pm
KSQD 90.7 FM | ksqd.org
Celtic Cauldron w/ Rotating Hosts Fridays at 11:00 am.
COMMUNITY MUSIC SCHOOL
Connecting people of all ages through music since 1992, Community Music School of Santa Cruz presents concerts, educational opportunities, and several annual music camps over the spring and summer for kids, teens, and adults. Learn more: communitymusicschool.org
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Community Events
O'Flaherty's Traditional Irish Session
Tue Mar 4th 2025 7:00 PM
O'Flaherty's Irish Pub
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Santa Cruz Traditional Irish Session
Thu Mar 6th 7:00 PM
Rosie McCann's Irish Pub and Restaurant
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Tempest Celtic Rock Party for St. Paddy's Day
Fri Mar 14th 7:00 PM
Woodhouse Blending & Brewing
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Goitse at Montalvo Arts Center
Fri Mar 14th 7:30 PM
Montalvo Arts Center
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O'Flaherty's Traditional Irish Session
Tue Mar 18th 7:00 PM
O'Flaherty's Irish Pub
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Santa Cruz Traditional Irish Seisiun
Thu Mar 20th 2025 7:00 PM
Rosie McCann's Irish Restaurant and Pub
[Information...]
O'Flaherty's Traditional Irish Session
Tue Mar 25th 7:00 PM
O'Flaherty's Irish Pub
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