In the countdown to St. Patrick's Day, the Newport Public Library is hosting "Irish in America," a free musical performance with Mary King (harp), Ed Sweeney (guitar, banjo and vocals) and Cathy Clasper-Torch (fiddle and vocals). Seating is first-come, first-served. Registration not required. The program is from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Irish immigrants captured the heart of the nation with their mix of Irish jigs, ballads, folk songs, storytelling and humor. Their music was influenced from their travels throughout New England, the Midwest, Appalachia and the West. Their Celtic traditions were infused with new styles and instruments creating a new voice to their culture, along with the old. Get your green on, warm up your voices and enjoy the warmth, spirit and hilarity of the "Irish in America."

Held in the Friends Program room on the lower level.

For more information, click here or contact the Reference department at 401-847-8720 ext. 208.