Swedish-Irish Society upcoming events

Spuds and Sill casting call for Pantomime and Spring show (7 Sep 2026)

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

✨ Spuds & Sill Casting Call ✨

We’re excited to announce that Spuds & Sill amateur drama group will be holding a casting night for both our Pantomime and Spring Play.
We are looking for directors, actors, back stage help and anyone who would like to take a shot at writing for children's theatre (for panto).

Date: Monday, 7th September 2026
Venue: Ireland House, Irish Embassy
⏰ Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Auditions are open to all, whether you’re a seasoned performer, or just wanting to try something new.

Please note: The spring play performance will be early April (provisionally), and the children's show in mid December.

If you haven't yet reached out to us to get involved and secure your spot, email us at spudsandsillproduction@outlook.com

Come join the fun, share your ideas, meet the community, and be part of something special! ✨

Ireland for Kids through Dance and Stories (12 Sep 2026)

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Come join us in the Mirror Room for an hour of Irish dance and a story, Adventures in Ireland, in English, Swedish, and Ukrainian! Registration is required, but the event is free!

The Swedish-Irish Society West Coast, Maureen's School of Irish Dance, 'ittle Bear Sweden, and Novo Klubb have partnered to bring children of all ages and nationalities together in this event that shares the joy and warmth of Ireland with children of Gothenburg.

Maureen will teach an Irish dance, and local author, Sarah Wills Carlsson, will read 'ittle Bear's Adventures in Ireland, sharing the story of a stuffed bear who comes to life and experiences Ireland, Irish culture, and her own Irish dance. Together with Novo Klubb, readings of the book will be given in English, Swedish, and Ukrainian, making this a warm and welcoming hour for children in many ways!

All children are welcome (with parental supervision) and the event is free of charge, but registration is required and limited.

Annual Crab Lunch (Stockholm) (27 Sep 2026)

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 11:30:00 GMT

Welcome! Céad Mile Fáilte! Välkommen!

Join us for our annual crab buffet lunch in Stockholm. The buffet includes beautiful wild Atlantic crab from Donegal, Ireland, served with bread, cheese, salad, followed by tea/coffee and something sweet.

If you don't eat crab you are still welcome to join us. You will order from the regular menu and pay the restaurant directly. You still need to register so we know how many are joining as overall numbers are limited.

This event is a long-standing SIS tradition! The crabs themselves are very generously sponsored by Seasam Food AB, who import these and other delicious seafood to Sweden from Ireland, available in larger supermarkets under the brand name "Ullmo". Read more about them here: Seasam/Ullmos sortiment inkl krabba.

Log in for access to members-only ticket prices, including a limited number of Early Bird places if booked before the 31st August.

Note: You can now choose to pay either "online" or "offline". Online means immediate payment and confirmation via debit or credit card, and offline means you will receive an invoice by email with instructions on how to pay by Swish, bank transfer or e.g. Revolut.

October SIS Book Club ”Olive Kitteridge” by Elizabeth Strout (6 Oct 2026)

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Our next read is Michelles choice.
Meet Olive Kitteridge: a retired schoolteacher who is blunt on the surface, but possesses a complex, deeply human heart. In Elizabeth Strout’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, we follow Olive and the residents of a small coastal Maine town through the messy, beautiful realities of everyday life—navigating marriage, grief, aging, and unexpected friendships. Written as a series of interconnected stories, the book offers a remarkably honest look at human nature that is both fiercely witty and deeply moving. We hope this book will spark rich debate, personal reflections, and an unforgettable conversation at our next book club.

We ll meet in SpongeCookies Cafe, Kocksgatan 19 on 6/10 from 18.00-19.30.

Welcome!

No registration necessary!