Ancient Order of Hibernians - Wake County NC - Governor Thomas Burke Div 1

03/17/2026

Happy St Patrick’s Day from the Wake County AOH and LAOH! ☘️

03/17/2026

☘️ Start St. Patrick’s Day the Right Way – Join Us for Mass ☘️

The Wake County Division #1 of the Ancient Order of Hibernians invites everyone to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day the best way possible — by beginning the day in prayer.

Join us for St. Patrick’s Day Mass at St. Luke the Evangelist Catholic Church in Raleigh on Tuesday, March 17th at 1:00 PM as we honor St. Patrick, Bishop and Apostle of Ireland.

This special Mass celebrates the faith that St. Patrick brought to Ireland and that generations of Irish immigrants carried with them across the world.

All are welcome to join us as we celebrate our shared heritage and the Hibernian motto of Friendship, Unity, and Christian Charity.

You can view the full worship aid and details here:
https://www.wakeaoh.com/st-patricks-day-mass/

We hope you’ll join us in kicking off St. Patrick’s Day the right way. ☘️

The Wake County Division #1 of the Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH) invites the community to join us for a special St. Patrick’s Day Mass celebrating Ireland’s patron saint and the deep connection between Irish faith, culture, and Catholic heritage.

03/15/2026

Another amazing St. Patrick’s Day Parade for the books! Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate!

Be sure to join us this afternoon at Zinc House for some more St Patrick’s Day festivities! ☘️

03/12/2026

☘️ Bodhrán Workshop Brings Irish Rhythm to Our Division ☘️

Following our March 11 meeting, members of our division had the opportunity to take part in a lively bodhrán workshop led by Derek Burpee, administrator of the International Bodhrán Group on Facebook, a community of more than 2,000 bodhrán players and enthusiasts.

Members learned the fundamentals of Ireland’s traditional drum, including how to hold the bodhrán and tipper, play rhythms for jigs and reels, and techniques such as triplets and different playing styles. The workshop welcomed both experienced players and members who picked up the instrument for the very first time.

We were also fortunate to have Dr. Eric Hahn accompany the group on the uilleann pipes and Irish flute, giving everyone the chance to practice playing along with live traditional Irish music.

With extra drums available and a variety of tippers to try, everyone was able to join in and experience the rhythm of Irish music together.

📖 Read the full article at: https://aoh.com/2026/03/12/hibernians-learn-the-rhythm-of-ireland-at-bodhran-workshop/

03/03/2026

Governor Stein Proclaims Irish American Heritage Month

https://governor.nc.gov/governor-stein-proclaims-irish-american-heritage-month

03/01/2026

11/23/2025

🦃💚 Thanksgiving Turkey Drop-Off Complete! 💚🦃

This afternoon our AOH Division delivered all of the donated frozen turkeys, food pantry items, and supplies to the New Bern House in downtown Raleigh.

Thanks to the generosity of our members, friends, and partners at D's Bottle Shop and Craft Beer College and Norse Brewing Company, we were able to support this incredible transitional home that helps families get back on their feet and runs a weekend soup kitchen for those in need.

Your kindness will make a real difference for local families this Thanksgiving.
We’re grateful for every turkey, every can, every dollar, and every prayer.

☘️ Friendship, Unity, and Christian Charity in action.
Happy Thanksgiving, and thank you to everyone who helped make this year’s drive a success! 🍁🦃💚

11/14/2025

Who doesn’t love a little friendly competition—especially when it’s for a great cause?! 🦃
Grab your friends, form a conrhole team, and sign up today (in our events page)

We have already begun our canned/ dry good food drive- please stop in a time thru Nov 22 to donate! 🥫🥫
We will accept frozen turkeys Nov 20-22! 🦃

11/09/2025

It's November, so that means its time for the Thanksgiving Food Drive. We've switched things up a litle this year and will be hosting a Co****le Tournament with D's Bottle Shop and Craft Beer College. Proceeds raised will go to the New Bern House and Tri-Area Ministry Food Pantry.

Sign Up at http://www.wakeaoh.com/cornhole

Who doesn’t love a little friendly competition—especially when it’s for a great cause?! 🦃
Grab your friends, form a conrhole team, and sign up today (in our events page)

We have already begun our canned/ dry good food drive- please stop in a time thru Nov 22 to donate! 🥫🥫
We will accept frozen turkeys Nov 20-22! 🦃

09/09/2025

We will be hosting a Reverse Raffle fundraiser on Saturday, November 22nd! Only 200 tickets being sold, and over $6,000 in cash prizes being given out! Click the link and by your ticket today!

Join us on Sat, November 22nd!

05/09/2025

Ancient Order of Hibernians in America Congratulate Pope Leo XIV
on being elected the 267th successor of St. Peter.

New York — May 8, 2025 — The Ancient Order of Hibernians in America (AOH) extends heartfelt congratulations and prayerful best wishes to His Holiness, Pope Leo XIV, on his election as the 267th successor of St. Peter. His election marks a special moment for American Catholics as the first pope born in the United States.

“We offer our prayers and support to Pope Leo XIV as he begins his ministry as Bishop of Rome and Pastor of the Universal Church,” said Sean Pender, National President of the Ancient Order of Hibernians.

Ad Multos Annos, Pope Leo XIV.