March, 2017 The celebrations for St. Patrick’s Day began in London with The Noble Call hosted by The Ireland Funds Great Britain Young Leaders. St. Andrew’s Church in Holborn was a stunning setting for the St Patrick’s Day Celebration showcasing an array of Irish talent. The evening began with a warm welcome from BBC host Maggie Doyle, and was followed by outstand- ing performances from internationally acclaimed songstress Eimear Quinn, the Maguire-O’Shea School of Irish Dancers, Ambassador Daniel Mulhall reading Ulysses, Minister Rich- ard Bruton, The Metropolitan Police Pipes & Drums Band, Violinist Christopher Quaid, Pianist Fionnuala Ward, actor Paul Mallon and acoustic band Track Dogs. To the delight of guests, Guinness was available on tap in between performances, and oyster shuckers circulated the room with delicious fresh Irish oysters kindly provided by Carlingford Oyster Company. It was a night that not only celebrated the very best of Ireland but raised key support for Irish-related charities and causes. St. Patrick’s Day Noble Call Celebration 1 2 4 6 3 5 1 Amb. Daniel Mulhall, Min. Richard Bruton 2 Zach Webb (left) 3 Track Dogs 4 Christopher Quaid, Fionnuala Ward, Eimear Quinn 5 Tom O’Sullivan, Guest, Rory O’Donoghue 6 The Metropolitan Police Pipes & Drums Band connect 2017 • 110 AROUND THE WORLD GREAT BRITAIN Photos: Fergus Burnett