A look back at some scenes of the 32nd annual Great Irish Fair of New York.
Author: Marie Elena Giossi
Father Mychal Judge Award – Msgr. Kieran Harrington
Named in memory of Father Mychal Judge, O.F.M., this award will be presented to Msgr. Kieran E. Harrington, vicar for communications for the Diocese of Brooklyn at this year’s Great Irish Fair.
Paul O’Dwyer Award – Mary Nolan
Irish-born community activist Mary Nolan is receiving the Paul O’Dwyer Award, named in memory of the nationally recognized civil rights leader and defender of the Irish cause in the U.S.
P.O. Edward Byrne Memorial Award – NYPD Assistant Chief Michael Shea
At this year’s Great Irish Fair, NYPD Assistant Chief Michael E. Shea is receiving the Police Officer Edward Byrne Award, named in memory of New York City Police Officer Edward Byrne who was killed in the line of duty at age 22.
The Round Tower Award – Ed Clancy
An example of the strength, courage and missionary spirit of the Irish monks who built the Round Towers of Ireland, Edward Francis Clancy is receiving The Round Tower Award at the Great Irish Fair 2014.
St. Thomas More Award – Thomas A. Tormey
Lawyer Thomas A. Tormey Jr. is receiving the Great Irish Fair’s St. Thomas More Award, named in memory of the spiritual leader and moral force who was martyred for his Catholic faith.
FDNY Capt. Timothy Stackpole Award – FF. Vincent O’Grady
At this year’s Great Irish Fair, FDNY Firefighter Vincent O’Grady is receiving the Captain Timothy Stackpole Award in memory of Capt. Stackpole whose sense of faith and duty served as an inspiration to his fellow firefighters.
The Bard of the Fair – Michael Dolan
Irish poets, writers, singers and story tellers are recognized for their achievements. The Great Irish Fair honors a contemporary bard, Michael Dolan, who epitomizes the bardic devotion to the story of the Irish.
Jerry Forest Memorial Award – Daniel G. Woods
Jerry Forest and the Irish American Building Society were an integral part of the revitalization of the Great Irish Fair. The award is given to Daniel G. Woods for his leadership and service to family, friends and community.
The Celtic Cross Award – Sister Theresa Ryan, S.C.
he Great Irish Fair honors Sister Theresa Ryan, S.C., with the Celtic Cross Award for her devotion to faith and the Irish expression of that faith in New York City in the 21st century.