The Irish Cultural Centre of New England in Canton opened for outdoor dining last month. “Going forward, the center will be open every weekend for dinner, with plans to add Sunday lunch sometime in the very near future,” said Maudy Dooher, Director of Programming. 

“As we enter phase three we hope to have more live performances, dinner and drinks on the outdoor patio and under the tent, and fine Irish fare with a wide variety of Irish stouts, ales and ciders. Summer cocktails and an array of Irish whiskeys are also on hand. Come join us for dinner and drinks where a big Céad míle fáilte is waiting!”

Dining at the ICCNE is open to the public on Friday & Saturday evenings. Reservations required. Call 781-821-8291 or email: kryder@irishculture.org    

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The ICC together with the Consulate General of Ireland, Boston, hosted a tribute luncheon to James Joyce last month. Vice Consul Shane Caffrey gave a short reading from “Ulysses” and Maureen McNally, at left, offered some wonderful insight into his life and works.