Irish Heritage Month

Get Your Green On

During the month of March, we honor the achievements and contributions of Irish Americans. We also celebrate St. Patrick's Day on March 17, a holiday in honor of one of Ireland's patron saints. It also means green is everywhere. Some wear it the color green for luck, to prevent a Leprechaun pinch, and others to honor their Irish ancestry.

Join us as we explore Irish culture and traditions with events, recommended reads, and more

Hardly Strictly Irish Concert

Friday, March 27, 2026, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
West Valley Branch

Celebrate Irish Heritage Month with a free live concert for all ages by Hardly Strictly Irish. Enjoy lively Irish, Celtic and American roots music with fiddle, mandolin, guitar, bodhran and vocals. Sponsored by the Friends of the West Valley Branch Library.

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Events

Events

Recommended Reads

Physical and digital titles

Hidden Gems

Online Resources

Dozens of flags from countries around the world.

Mango Languages - St. Patrick's Day Unit

Check out Mango’s St. Patricks Day unit to quickly learn how to greet people, make small talk, and order food and drink in Irish (standard).
Stonework of St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church doorway in Belfast.

Gale in Context: World History

Learn about the real Saint Patrick, and how St. Patrick's Day is celebrated around the world.
Green grassy cliffs next to the coast.

Libby: The Great Courses

Explore in-depth courses about Ireland, including: Irish Identity, the Celtic World, and The Great Tour: Ireland and Northern Ireland.
A tablet next to a row of books on a shelf.

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Lucky Day collection featuring adult fiction and nonfiction titles.

Did You Know?

San José - Dublin Sister City Program

Since 1986, Dublin has been San José's sister city. The program has promoted cultural and educational activities, exchanges, and events.

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