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RT @Ireland2026eu: On 1 July, Ireland takes over the Presidency of the Council of the EU for the 8th time.
In an uncertain world, our stre…
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Today marks the beginning of Pride Month on the island of Ireland, a time to celebrate LGBTQ communities, reflect on progress made, and recommit to the work that still lies ahead.
Pride event registration:
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This summer is going to be busy!
Check out all the latest news and upcoming events in our June newsletter today.
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Today is International Day of UN Peacekeepers where we remember and celebrate the brave women and men whose sacrifices uphold peace, protect civilians, deliver humanitarian aid, and promote and protect human rights and dignity.
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Spring has sprung and summer is loading!🌷☀️
Check out all of the latest news and events from around Chicago and the Midwest.
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Today we celebrate Europe Day.
From July to December 2026, Ireland will hold the Presidency of the Council of the European Union – a central leadership role at the heart of EU decision-making.
Learn more about Ireland in the EU: Ireland.ie/EU
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The Consulate was up in Northbrook this past weekend for the 2026 Comhaltas North America Convention. Such a fantastic display of Irish culture with a variety of workshops for guests to learn about the Irish language, music, dance and more!
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The Chicago art scene was buzzing with activity this past weekend at EXPO CHICAGO.
Amazing to meet with and see the artwork of Culture Ireland supported artist Cecilia Danell from Galway who is represented by the Kevin Kavanagh Gallery.
@culture_ireland
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Last Thursday, the Consulate attended the launch of Irish author Colm Tóibín’s new book, 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘕𝘦𝘸𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘋𝘶𝘣𝘭𝘪𝘯: 𝘚𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴 with Bookends and Beginnings in Evanston 📚
Great evening and conversation with WBEZ’s Mary Dixon
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On this day 28 years ago, the Good Friday Agreement was signed. This remarkable document – made possible by political leadership, vision, and compromise – helped end a cycle of violence that had continued for 30 years on the island of Ireland.
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We have been busy this Spring and there is more yet to come!
Check out our monthly newsletter today.
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The Consulate General of Ireland in partnership with Askeaton Contemporary Arts, Limerick, invites you to join us for this lunchtime event during Expo Chicago 2026.
RSVP required: IrishAndUSArtistsAtIrelandHo…
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Minister James Browne welcomed Governor of Illinois JB Pritzker to Ireland House yesterday as part of the Minister’s programme of business, political, and community engagement in Chicago for St Patrick’s Day ☘️
@JamesBrowneTD @GovPritzker @JBPritzker
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Minister James Browne delivered the keynote address at this morning’s Irish American Partnership breakfast ☘️
Thank you to the Partnership for 40 years of investment in our heritage, education, and our communities across the island of Ireland.
@JamesBrowneTD @Irishaporg
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Minister James Browne started his visit to Illinois with a visit to Kingspan Light Air’s facility in Lake Forest
A great example of Irish investment and innovation creating jobs in the US 🇮🇪 🇺🇸
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The Consulate General of Ireland Chicago was pleased to welcome the delegation from Cork County Council to Ireland House this morning as we begin our St Patrick’s Day weekend of engagements.
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At a time of global turmoil and great challenge, we look for signs of hope in the everyday.
To Irish people and friends of Ireland everywhere, we wish you a very happy St Patrick’s Day!
Lá Fhéile Pádraig sona daoibh.
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At a time of global turmoil and great challenge, we look for signs of hope in the everyday.
To Irish people and friends of Ireland everywhere, we wish you a very happy St Patrick’s Day!
Lá Fhéile Pádraig sona daoibh.
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Consulate General of Ireland, Chicago retweeted
From American football to Gaelic games and more, sport continues to bring 🇮🇪 and 🇺🇸 closer together.
Proud to see the launch of Ireland’s International Sports Diplomacy Strategy, deepening ties, celebrating our diaspora, and building new bridges through sport. 🏈⚽️⛳️🏉🥇
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Sport has the power to bring us together and build global connections.
Ireland’s International Sports Diplomacy Strategy will showcase modern 🇮🇪, further enhance connections with our diaspora, support sporting partnerships & promote our values abroad.
ireland.ie/en/sports-diploma…
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CG Brian Cahalane delighted to attend mass at Old St Patrick’s Catholic Church, the spiritual home of the Irish in Chicago for generations! Wonderful community, choir and celebrants all contribute to a blessed day. Looking forward to the pre parade breakfast and mass on 14 March.
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What a day in Twickenham!! Phenomenal performance by the Boys in Green!! Go Ireland!
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