Tag: Bagpipes

Pipers invade the Harp & Bard…

Pipers invade the Harp & Bard…

There is just something so friggin cool about bagpipers rolling into a pub like this. It’s one part testosterone one part nostalgic and another part “drink up because these guys are going to wipe out all the beer”. The swagger meter is just off the charts 

From Dorchester to Nova Scotia…

From Dorchester to Nova Scotia…

So I grew up across the street from a very proud family with roots in Nova Scotia. Not only are they proud of their roots but they are very proud Americans. Given their background in military service and service to our city I consider them 

Eire Pub sounds…

Eire Pub sounds…

So the Boston Police Gaelic Column of Pipes and Drums made their annual appearance at the Eire the other day. There’s just something cool about drinking beers with your buds while listening to the sounds of Ireland.

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The Parade and other Shenanigans…

The Parade and other Shenanigans…

The good old St. Patty’s parade….the point in the year where everyone comes back to Boston to try to party like an Irishman. Overall it’s still a great time for friends and family…but there will always be the amateurs who think the day is just about turning