Some time ago, I saw a quote that really resonated with me. It went like this: “You know all those things you’ve always wanted to do? “You should go do them!” ….So, I am. ….I am going to Ireland – for nine months…..and this is how my passion for that lovely dark isle all began. […]

On Wednesday, October 23, 2013 global powerhouse, Celtic Thunder will play in concert at the Pikes Peak Center and on November 26 at the Budweiser Center in Loveland. Named Top World Music Artist twice by industry bible Billboard, Celtic Thunder’s six male soloists perform both solo and ensemble numbers. They are known for performing an […]

(photo: Irish Government Minister Fergus O’Dowd & Susan Morrice pictured at the recent Ireland Oil and Gas 2013 Summit) The Ireland Oil and Gas 2013 Summit held in Dublin September 10-11 was the first of its’ kind in Ireland, and based on its’ success, plans are moving forward to make it an annual event. The […]

For the past eight years folks have been retreating to Spanish Peaks International Celtic Music Festival in Huerfano County, Colorado, to enjoy an extended weekend of traditional (trad) Celtic music, dance, and camaraderie. Veterans of the festivals mark their calendars and look forward to return to this truly unique destination and event. Anticipation builds as […]

by Cindy Reich Ashley Davis grew up listening to her parents’ vinyl recordings of folk music—concentrating on the lyrics and listening carefully to the message in the song. The ability to tell a story—a story that would capture and hold your attention was important. Of course, growing up in Kansas, Davis was also exposed to […]

Now in its 4th year, the small but mighty Celtic Harvest Festival Edgewater continues its tradition of being the biggest little Festival in Colorado. With a small-town feel appropriate for its location in Citizens Park in Edgewater, last year the Festival attracted a massive crowd of 10,000 (over its two-day run, not all at once…) […]

More than 80,000 people are expected to attend this year’s 37th annual Longs Peak Scottish-Irish Highland Festival, taking place September 5-8 at Stanley Park Fairgrounds in Estes Park. “I am grateful for the continued success of the Longs Peak Scottish-Irish Highland Festival as we celebrate our 37th year,” said Dr. James Durward, festival founder. “I […]

photo) The new Queen Colleen, Aryana Jackson, adjusts her tiara with help from outgoing Queen Jessica Lesser (background). The coronation took place November 2ne at the Celtic Tavern in downtown Denver. Aryana is a 19 year old Graphic Design student and loves to draw, paint. She has strong ties to Ireland and her mother is […]

(photo credit: Vital Imagery (photo modified to format) Cody Donovan steps into the cage again, August 17 at the TD Gardens in Boston, MA. He faces the biggest challenge of his career thus far against Ovince St Preux, a Strikeforce veteran. Donovan is coming off a spectacular UFC debut with a first round knockout and […]

Celebrating their 50th year this August 10 & 11, the folks at Colorado Scottish festival are going dog-friendly. Bring your dog – of any breed, color or size — and introduce him or her to the Dogs of the British Isles. (Dogs must be on leash, please, per park rules. Water stations and “dog poo […]