Friendly Sons of the Shillelagh

Easter Sunday Rising Memorial March & Mass
2026-04-05 12:30 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | NJ
Begins in Military Park with a short march to St. Patrick’s Cathedral.

Irish Language Introduction
2026-03-29 14:00 - 16:00 | Shillelagh Club, 648 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ, 07052, United States
The Friendly Sons of the Shillelagh – Essex Division are pleased to host an Introduction to the Irish Language
Special guest Professor Brian O’Broin of William Paterson University will provide basic instructions for complete beginners at the Shillelagh Club on Sunday afternoon, March 29th, in a group setting.
Dr. O’Broin’s outline of the program:

A short language class for complete beginners (45 minutes);
A short introduction to five popular Irish language bar songs (45 minutes);
A traditional music session (in which those songs might get sung).

What better way to honor our culture than by learning the language of our ancestors! “Hello, How are you, May I buy you a drink? See you soon.” We feel it would be important to learn these basic phrases and to use them whenever we’re together!
As a bonus, some of our members are bringing together musicians to embark on a Traditional Irish
Music Session in the bar at the Shillelagh Club that same afternoon – a good opportunity to use some of
those Irish words, phrases, and songs!
There is no telling if we’ll be able to repeat this event, so mark your calendars for this unique opportunity!
We’ll need a head count so please send an email with the names of interested participants to:
History@shillelaghclub.com
Program Schedule:
March 29th, 2026

2PM Irish Language Class for complete beginners
2:45 Introduction to popular Irish bar songs
3:30 Traditional Irish Music Session with opportunities to sing those songs

Special Guest:
Brian Ó Broin, Ph.D.
Dept. of English, William Paterson University, New Jersey, USA
Linguistics – Medieval Studies – Irish Studies
Teangeolaíocht-Léann na Meánaoise-Léann na hÉireann
Níos Mó / More Information

West Orange St. Patrick's Day Parade
2026-03-15 12:15 - 17:00 | NJ
On March 15th, the FSOS will march in the annual West Orange St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Step off is at 12:15 on Main Street. Participation in full uniform is required for all members.

Shillelagh March General Meeting
2026-03-11 19:30 - 21:30 | Shillelagh Club, 648 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ, 07052, United States
March Shillelagh General meeting. All are encouraged to attend. Nominations for executive board will be held, with voting in April.

O'Hara Association/WO SPDPC Annual St. Patrick's Day Celebration
2026-03-07 19:00 - 22:00 | Shillelagh Club, 648 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ, 07052, United States
Join us at the Shillelagh for the annual O’Hara Association/WO SPDPC Annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration.

February General Meeting
2026-02-11 19:30 - 21:30 | Shillelagh Club, 648 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ, 07052, United States
February Shillelagh General Meeting – All are encouraged to attend.

FSOS Essex Annual Irish Organizations Cocktail Mixer
2026-01-18 13:00 - 17:00 | Shillelagh Club, 648 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ, 07052, United States
Join us for a social gathering of the executive boards, committees, and honorees of the various Irish organizations of our area, hosted by the Friendly Sons of the Shillelagh-Essex Division!
This is an informal meet and greet to kick off the upcoming parade season and a great opportunity to introduce new officers and honorees. Groups are encouraged to share newsletters and promote upcoming events!

January General Meeting
2026-01-14 19:30 - 21:30 | Shillelagh Club, 648 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ, 07052, United States
January Shillelagh General Meeting – All are encouraged to attend.

January Executive Board Meeting
2026-01-06 19:30 - 21:30 | NJ
January Shillelagh Executive Board Meeting. All are welcome to attend.

Irish New Year's Eve @ Shillelagh Club
2025-12-31 16:00 - 23:59 | Shillelagh Club, 648 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ, 07052, United States

December General Meeting
2025-12-10 19:30 - 21:30 | Shillelagh Club, 648 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ, 07052, United States
December General Meeting – All are encouraged to attend.

Family Day with Santa
2025-12-07 | Shillelagh Club, 648 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ, 07052, United States
Time TBD – Check back soon!

Members Christmas Party
2025-12-05 19:00 - 22:00 | NJ
Members in good standing, come with a children’s gift or gift card donation for entry!

Casino Night
2025-11-28 18:00 - 21:00 | Shillelagh Club, 648 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ, 07052, United States

Family Christmas Portraits
2025-11-23 | Shillelagh Club, 648 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ, 07052, United States

FSOS Blood Drive
2025-11-23 | Shillelagh Club, 648 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ, 07052, United States
Time TBD – Check back soon for more information.

November General Meeting
2025-11-12 19:30 - 21:30 | Shillelagh Club, 648 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ, 07052, United States

Dinner Dance Committee Meeting
2025-11-12 18:30 - 19:30 | Shillelagh Club, 648 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ, 07052, United States
Join the 2026 Dinner Dance committee! Meetings held prior to the monthly general meeting in the hall.

An Evening with Author Elizabeth Redwine
2025-10-28 18:30 - 20:00 | Shillelagh Club, 648 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ, 07052, United States
Scholar and author Elizabeth Redwine visits the Shillelagh Club at the invitation
of the History committee. Elizabeth plans a talk on the Abbey Theatre of Dublin.
Focus will be given to the important woman who made it renowned- Lady
Gregory, Maud Gonne, Sara Allgood and more. Works by W.B. Yeats, George
Bernard Shaw, J.M. Synge and others were performed in the theatre’s formative
years.
Elizabeth will discuss her other published work on Irish themes.
Enjoy a spirited discussion led by Andrew Joyce – member of FSOS and the
history committee. For more information- amojoyce@aol.com
Question and Answer session to follow. Excerpts of Elizabeth’s work and a
Bibliography of her Irish themed articles will be available.

WOSPD Parade Committee - Family Fun Day
2025-10-11 12:00 - 14:00 | Shillelagh Club, 648 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ, 07052, United States
Join the West Orange St. Patrick’s Day Parade for Fall Family Fun Day. Free admission and featuring food, games & raffles.

Shillelagh Scholarship Golf Outing
2025-10-10 | Shillelagh Club, 648 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ, 07052, United States

October General Meeting
2025-10-08 19:30 - 21:30 | Shillelagh Club, 648 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ, 07052, United States
General Meeting – All are encouraged to attend

St. Baldrick's Brave the Shave for Cancer
2025-09-27 | NJ
Join us to have some fun – and be a hero for kids with cancer!
Come be a part of the 25th year of St. Baldrick’s volunteers working to Conquer Kids’ Cancer!
You’ll be giving hope to thousands of kids diagnosed with cancer every day – from babies and toddlers to children, teens and young adults. In fact, you’ll be saving lives!
Our event will speed the search for cures through St. Baldrick’s, the largest charity funder of childhood cancer research grants.
Sign up to participate or to raise money another way. Can’t join us? Please make a generous donation to give kids the long, healthy lives they deserve.
You can accelerate the next 25 years of cures for kids with cancer!

Essex Shillelagh Pipe Band Fundraiser
2025-09-21 15:00 - 18:00 | Shillelagh Club, 648 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ, 07052, United States

Luck 'o the Pup
2025-09-14 13:00 - 16:00 | Shillelagh Club, 648 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ, 07052, United States

September General Meeting
2025-09-10 19:30 - 21:30 | Shillelagh Club, 648 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ, 07052, United States

Back to School Yard Party
2025-08-21 | Shillelagh Club, 648 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ, 07052, United States
Help the Friends Sons of the Shillelagh host our annual Back to School Yard Party!

Member-Guest Summer Barbeque
2025-08-13 19:30 - 21:30 | Shillelagh Club, 648 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ, 07052, United States
General Meeting & Summer BBQ

Men's Gaelic Football Info Night
2025-08-13 19:00 - 19:30 | Shillelagh Club, 648 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ, 07052, United States
Calling all athletes, weekend warriors, and Gaelic football fans!
Join us Wednesday, August 13 at 7 PM at the Shillelagh Club in West Orange for a Men’s Gaelic Football Interest Night!

We’re exploring the formation of a 7v7 recreational league—and whether you’re a seasoned player or just curious, this is your chance to get in on the ground floor.
Learn about the sport Meet potential teammates Enjoy a FREE BBQ & beer after the session Connect with members of the Friendly Sons of the Shillelagh–Essex Division and learn more about this Irish-American social and cultural organization

Bring a friend, bring your questions, and bring your appetite. Let’s grow the game in Essex County!

July Monthly General Meeting
2025-07-09 07:30 - 21:30 | Shillelagh Club, 648 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ, 07052, United States
Shillelagh July general meeting – all are encouraged to attend.
