The Emerald Ball Returns
The Emerald Ball was reborn in October of 2004 after a hiatus of over 50 years. The event is modeled after a Gala held in the Golden Ballroom of the Statler until the 1950’s.
The event brought Irish and Irish Americans together to enjoy traditional Irish music and celebrate their heritage. Preparations began months before as outfits were planned and groups assembled. The gala kicked off the St. Patrick’s holiday.
The new Ball is a formal affair that also celebrates traditional Irish music, dance, literature and more. The Ball is now held in October so as not to compete against other WNY celebrations in March. The mission of the Emerald Ball is to provide leadership and resources to preserve, interpret and promote Irish-American culture.
This annual event now sees over 450 attendees gather together to support the work of our Irish non-profit organizations as well as community non-profits.
There are only a handful of tables still available, so book your seats fast.
Ticket details available at: www.theemeraldball.org 825.6700
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Here are just a few of the beneficiaries of The Emerald Ball Organization.
Buffalo Irish Center
Irish Cultural & Folk Art Assoc. WNY,
Lockport Feis at the Falls,
Buffalo Irish Genealogical Society,
WNY Famine Monument
Belfast Summer Relief Program
United Irish American Assoc.
Valley Community Association
Irish Classical Theatre
Comhaltas Ceoltiori Eireann
It's nice to see a volunteer group stepping up to replace funds that are no longer available through other means (Such as govt.)
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al-alo
HIDE YOUR POTATOS! HIDE YOUR POTATOS!!!!!
;)
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chris69
May I remind everyone that Ireland in 2007 is one of the best educated and wealthiest members of the European Community....they are very far from the state of just 20 years ago...Ireland is now a place to immigrate not emmigrate...better to focus on Buffalo Irish charities and cultural centers to build up South Buffalo.
The cobblestone district would be a wonderful place for an irish cultural center.
Though when people refer to the emerald ball....I was hoping that it would be a new slogan for Buffalo as the Emerald City of the Great Lakes.....and emerald ball as in environmental....(clean and green)....because that ball is needed in Buffalo TOO!
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cecee
Great to see small local organizations receiving assistance! They certainly help to maintain our traditions. Last year's Ball was super----from traditional Irish music and dance to a top notch showband--it had it all! Can't wait for October 13.
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