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The Chicago Tafia Welsh Society was founded in 1999 to cater to the local expatriated Welsh.The Chicago Tafia meet up around once a month at one of the local British pubs or restaurants for a few pints, a bit of a chat and to help each other out with immigration concerns etc. The Chicago Tafia aslo holds a number of other events throughout the year, including:* Gatherings to watch Wales in the six nations and other sporting events. * Gatherings to see Welsh bands on tour in Chicago. * Saint David's day parties. * Summer parties. * The Chicago Celtic Festival in September. * Bonfire/halloween night partiesAnyone is welcome to join the Chicago Tafia. Whether you've emigrated from Wales, are of Welsh descent, lived in Wales, worked in Wales or are just interested in Welsh culture.Hwyl The Chicago Tafia Welsh Society ..This profile was edited with Thomas' myspace editor™ V2.5
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An Interview With Mike Brooks of Here Be Dragons - Americymru

http://americymru.ning.com/profiles/blogs/an-inter... An interview with the lead singer of one of the Tafia's favorite bands 'Here Be Dragons'.
Posted by on Tue, 21 Apr 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Wales v USA in Chicago - June 6th, 2009

To quote our reprobate of a former Illinois governor, "We've got this thing and its *bleeping* golden!"Wales v USA Saturday, June 6th, 1:00pmToyota Park7000 S Harlem AveBridgeview, Illinoiswww.toyotap...
Posted by on Wed, 15 Apr 2009 03:35:00 GMT

Welsh Events in Chicago - Spring/Summer 2009

Welsh Events in Chicago - Spring/Summer 2009Dont despair, Spring is nearly here which means summer and some nice 90 degree days cant be far behind. With concerts by Tom Jones, The Cardiff & Vale Mus...
Posted by on Thu, 09 Apr 2009 07:46:00 GMT

The Chicago Tafia on Facebook (sorry)

The Chicago Tafia on Facebook (sorry) The Tafia has been seeing Facebook behind MySpaces back for quite a while now, but that doesnt mean that we still cant be friends.If your are on the book and f...
Posted by on Thu, 09 Apr 2009 07:32:00 GMT

The Chicago Tafia's St. David's Day Party

The Chicago Tafia's 7th annual St. David's Day Party Come out to our 7th annual St. David's Day pub night and party, featuring Live Welsh musical entertainment with the notorious South Wales clubland ...
Posted by on Mon, 23 Feb 2009 14:06:00 GMT

10 Questions with Amy Wadge

10 Questions with Amy Wadge  Amy Wadge is a folk and country singer who originally came from Bristol, just over the Welsh border, but who has now crossed over and been adopted by her now-native Wales....
Posted by on Wed, 18 Feb 2009 14:01:00 GMT

Wales v England, St. Davids Day & Other Welsh Events in Chicago

Welsh Events in Chicago Spring 2009 The Globe Pub is NOT showing the 6 Nations this year. Therefore we will be switching back to Fado's on 100 West Grand Avenue, Chicago for the England v Wales game o...
Posted by on Fri, 13 Feb 2009 11:59:00 GMT

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Posted by on Fri, 12 Dec 2008 11:19:00 GMT

Welsh Events in Chicago - November & December

Welsh Calendar of Events - Winter 2008/2009 As always there is a great line up of Welsh events to get you outside and keep you moving over the cold winter months.   Aside from the Autum...
Posted by on Thu, 13 Nov 2008 10:35:00 GMT

Welsh Identity Survey

Pennsylvania State University is doing a survey on Welsh identity in America and is hoping you might be able to help.  The following is a relatively easy 28 question feedback form that takes 3 or...
Posted by on Tue, 14 Oct 2008 10:36:00 GMT