February Fridays & Saturdays

Discover Newport Presents:
Newport Winter Foodies Strolls

All Tours Meet at: O'Brien's Pub
501 Thames Street, Newport, RI
newportfoodiesstroll.com
discovernewport.org

Cozy up this Winter and enjoy a three course meal accompanied by selected wine pairings at three of Newport's exquisite restaurants. The progressive stroll will last several hours along Newport's Historic Thames Street and will encompass approximately 1 mile. Winter tours run throughout February-March on Friday and Saturday evenings, beginning at 6:00 pm. Meet Tom and Sue, your tour guides, in front of O'Brien's Pub, at 501 Thames Street, and don't forget to bring your appetite! 

February 2

Monthly Seisun/Ceili - Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann (CCE)
Reynolds-Hanafin-Cooley Branch

Canadian-American Club Inc,
202 Arlington St, Watertown, MA 02472
3:00 - 7:00 p.m. | cceboston.org

Join CCE for dance, music and song. Musicians are invited to join in. There is set, Ceili, old-time waltz, and other dancing. Members $10 admission. Non Members $15. Refreshments served. Donations of baked goods and raffle prizes always greatly appreciated. Bring your favorite mug for coffee and/or tea. Research has proven that Styrofoam is not good for the environment. However, we will have Styrofoam cups available when needed.

February 2

Blackstone River Theatre Presents:
Erica Brown and Darlin' Corey

Blackstone River Theatre
549 Broad Street, Cumberland, RI
$21 or $23 at the door
3:00 p.m. | brtri.org

Calling Portland, Maine his home, Matt has been performing for many years throughout the United States and Canada. He is not only an interpreter of traditional music of which he has studied and played for many years, but also weaves that love of tradition into his songwriting. Erica's performance highlights include opening for Grammy award winning country music superstar Dwight Yoakam, as well as Grammy award winning bluegrass performer Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder and collaborations with both the Portland Symphony Orchestra and Bangor Symphony Orchestra.

February 3, 10, 17, 24

Irish Cultural Centre of Greater Boston
200 New Boston Drive, Canton
6:30 pm | $5 donation at the door | Adults (16 & up)
781 821-8291
irishculture.org

Every Monday throughout the year (except Holidays), the ICC presents set dancing with Cait Bracken at 6:30pm. Set dancing is a form of social dancing which has been popular in Ireland for over 150 years. Sets are danced by four couples in a square.  No previous dancing experience or partner required! No registration required for this class.

February 8

Blackstone River Theatre Presents: San Miguel Fraser

Blackstone River Theatre
549 Broad Street, Cumberland, RI
$21 or $25 at the door
3:00 p.m. | brtri.org

San Miguel Fraser is a project bringing together Galen Fraser, a Berklee graduate and son of renowned Scottish fiddler Alasdair Fraser and Maria San Miguel, a native of Castile and graduate of Oviedo Conservatory with deep family roots in the traditions of her homeland. Together, they combine dynamic fiddling and string arrangements with the soaring, life-celebrating singing of Maria and the exciting, oh-so-sensitive cittern accompaniment of Galen. Surprises abound in this project, with fresh compositions and startlingly touching and deeply thoughtful arrangements.

February 15

Blackstone River Theatre Presents: Mari Black & Cory Pesaturo

Blackstone River Theatre
549 Broad Street, Cumberland, RI
$23 or $26 at the door
3:00 p.m. | brtri.org

Fiddler Mari Black and accordionist Cory Pesaturo team up to present a dynamic exploration of improvisation-driven music from around the globe - jazz, klezmer, tango, ragtime, Celtic, folk, original works, and more. A wildly virtuosic duo known for their musical versatility and vivaciousness, Mari and Cory hold over 10 World and National championship titles between them. The young trophy-winning duo will share their unique arrangements of beloved classics and adventurous excursions into new and lesser-known masterpieces, all woven together in a magical journey of unexpected twists and turns through the world of music!

February 16-25
Discover Newport Presents:
Newport Burger Bender

Newport & Bristol County, RI
401-846-0028
discovernewport.org
burgerbender.org

10 DAYS. 30 BURGERS. MAD LOVE. The Newport Burger Bender is a simple "best burger" contest taking place  at participating restaurants throughout Newport and Bristol counties. Area restaurants are throwing their buns in the ring with the hopes of being crowned the Best Burger in Newport.
Check back as we update information and for your chance to win prizes!

February 16-25
Discover Newport Presents:
Newport Annual Winter Festival

Throughout Newport, RI
Various times and venues
401-845-9117 | discovernewport.org
newportwinterfestival.com

Join in the 36th Annual Newport Winter Festival! Touted as “New England’s Largest Winter Extravaganza!”  Featuring 10-days of non-stop music, food and fun and over 150 events. This unique festival offers it all and caters to all ages. Melt away your winter blues with all the Newport Winter Festival has to offer. Highlighted events include the Children’s Fair, Chili Cook-Off, Princess Party, and exciting, fun concerts by the Jimmy Buffett tribute band, Changes in Latitudes and more!

February 16

Rockport Music Presents: Dianne Reeves
With Romero Lubambo, Brazilian Jazz Guitar

Shalin Liu Performance Center
37 Main Street, Rockport, MA
978-546-7391 | $85 - $115
7:00 p.m. | Buy Tix
rockportmusic.org

Five-time Grammy winner Dianne Reeves is the world's pre-eminent jazz vocalist. As a result of her virtuosity, improvisational prowess and unique jazz and R&B stylings, Reeves received the Grammy for Best Jazz Vocal Performance for three consecutive recordings—a Grammy first in any vocal category. She's touring with Brazilian jazz guitar virtuoso Romero Lubambo.

February 17

Holyoke: Grand Colleen Coronation Ball & Awards Night

The Log Cabin
500 Easthampton Rd., Holyoke, MA
5:00 pm - 11:00 p.m.
E-mail: Devin Sheehan
holyokestpatricksparade.com

South Hadley High School senior Moira McDermott was chosen as the winner at the Holyoke St. Patrick's Parade Grand Colleen Coronation Ball held at the Log Cabin Banquet and Meeting House in Holyoke in 2023. Check back to see this year's winner after the coronation ball on February 17.
Good luck to the contestants!

February 23

Holyoke: 4th Annual Battle of the Bars Fundraiser

The Knights of Columbus
250 Westfield Road, Holyoke, MA
5:30-6:30: Slainte and Holyoke Elks
7:00-8:00: Halfway House and Griffins
8:30-9:30: Francie's and Pic's Pub
Starts 5:30 p.m.
holyokestpatricksparade.com

Join the Battle of the Bars to support the St. Patrick's Committee of Holyoke. The event features one bartender from each of the Bars listed who will battle to see who can raise the most tips for donations to the Parade. The winner will be the host of the Trophy Celebration. Bar and bartenders will be announced soon.
More details coming - please check back!

February 23

Blackstone River Theatre Presents: Scottish Fish

Blackstone River Theatre
549 Broad Street, Cumberland, RI
$23 or $25 at the door
3:00 p.m. | brtri.org

Scottish Fish present a fresh take on traditional and contemporary Scottish and Cape Breton music. Their lively and unique arrangements are woven together from session music handed down from generations of the tradition's finest players. They have performed at the Boston Celtic Music Festival, the Bellingham Celtic Festival, Club Passim, and at various other public and private venues across the United States. Their music and performances have earned them features on WGBH, KALW, and in American Girl and Folkworld Magazines; attracted the attention of programs such as America's Got Talent; and secured an international audience of over one hundred thousand followers on Instagram.

WIN FREE TIX!
February 28 - March 16

Greater Boston Stage Company Presents:
The Irish And How They Got That Way

Greater Boston Stage Company
395 Main Street, Stoneham, MA 02180
Various times | 781-279-2200
greaterbostonstage.org | Buy Tix!

Created by Pulitzer Prize winning author, Frank McCourt (Angela’s Ashes), this revue is a celebration of a heritage that confronts adversity with determination, good humor, music, and a love of life. McCourt’s wit, insight and boundless love for the Irish are underscored by music extending from Irish folk ballads to WWII standards, and more. Original musical arrangements by Rusty Magee and Directed by A. Nora Long. Be sure to pick a time to enjoy this special treat over the St. Patrick's Day Season!
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