Irish American Society of Tidewater | The Irish American Society of Tidewater – established in 1980 to promote and preserve Irish culture, and all things distinctly Irish in the Tidewater, Hampton Roads, Virginia Beach area. Membership is open to persons of Irish birth or ancestry as well as those persons who have an interest in Irish history and culture.

Finnegan’s Wake 2018!

Posted on February 7, 2018 by admin

It’s that time of year again! Join us for some delicious food, incredible entertainment, and mightly craic all around! Don’t miss out on the biggest party of the year for the Irish American Society & Friends! This is a VERY family-friendly event and fun for ALL ages!… Saturday, March 10 at 7 PM – 9 PM Church of The Ascension … Continue reading →

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January Meeting – CANCELLED – 2018 Membership Dues

Posted on January 3, 2018 by admin

January Meeting – CANCELLED Our January meeting scheduled for Thursday, 4 January 2018 has been cancelled due to impending inclement weather. The Church of the Ascension follows the closure policy of Virginia Beach Public Schools (VBPS), and VBPS has just announced that they will be closed tomorrow, 4 January. Our next membership meeting will be as scheduled on Thursday, 1 … Continue reading →

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IAS/SST Combined Christmas Party & Ceili

Posted on November 14, 2017 by admin

Join the Irish American Society and Scottish Society of Tidewater for our first Combined Christmas Party & Cèilidh!!! When: Thursday, December 7th. Time: 7 PM – 9 PM ( doors open at 6:30 PM) Where: Church of The Ascension, Community Center 4853 Princess Anne Rd, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23462 Please bring a dish (savory or sweet) to share! We will be … Continue reading →

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IAS Breakfast & Silent Auction at Murphy’s

Posted on October 18, 2017 by admin

Join the IAS for breakfast and a silent auction at Murphy’s Grand Irish Pub at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront! Friends and family welcome! Please RSVP so we can give Murphy’s an accurate head count. When: Sunday, Oct. 22 at 11 AM – 1 PM Where: Murphy’s Irish Pub 2914 Pacific Ave Virginia Beach, Virginia 23451 We will have the back … Continue reading →

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August Meeting at Grace O’Malley’s

Posted on July 31, 2017 by admin

In lieu of our monthly membership meeting, the IAS will be grabbing some food and drinks at Grace O’Malley’s Pub & Restaurant on Thursday, August 3rd! There will be a portion of the dining area sectioned off for us, so be sure to mention that you’re with the IAS when you arrive. Members, visitors, and friends welcome!!! Thursday August 3rd. … Continue reading →

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