The Emerald Association is primarily a social organization that promotes and supports Irish cultural events. Membership is open to all who share our interests and is not discriminatory on any basis. Meetings are held on the second Friday of each month, September through June. Each meeting begins sharply at 8:00 PM Irish Standard Time, which means the meeting actually begins somewhere around 8:30.

Membership enrollment has been as high as 200 families over the past 25 years. The Emerald Association is responsible for endowing two $500 college scholarships to a male and female high school senior who is a child or grandchild of a current Emerald. They also provide assistance to the local community through various means, entertaining at hospitals and nursing homes, in politics and serve(d) as school board members. John Mulvihill, the in-house Social Director, arranges for bus trips, cruises and flights to the "old country" for members, friends and the community at large. Many Emeralds are also members of the West-Put Gaels and they are always looking for new gaelic football players. We have two bowling nights a year and at least one annual dance.

The Emerald Association continues to contribute and perpetuate Irish history and culture throughout the region. Their annual Feis is held the third Sunday of May and allows dancers and musicians to compete in beginner, novice, prizewinner and championship categories. The dancers are the future "Michael Flatleys" of the world and some have entertained in Riverdance and Lord of the Dance.