MEDIA ADVISORY New York University’s Glucksman Ireland House will host the 150th anniversary celebration of McSorley’s Old Ale House on Thurs., Feb. 12, beginning at 7 p.m. Featured guests include authors Frank McCourt, Malachy McCourt, and Professor Terence Moran of the NYU Steinhardt School of Education. The event marks the opening of an exhibition by New York artist Gregory de la Haba. De la Haba’s “McSorley Series” consists of charcoal and pastel drawings and oil paintings.

WHO: Frank McCourt, Malachy McCourt, Terence Moran

WHAT: McSorley’s 150th Anniversary Celebration

WHEN: Thurs., Feb. 12, 7 p.m.

WHERE: NYU’s Glucksman Ireland House, One Washington Mews (5th Avenue and 8th Street)

As space is limited, reservations are strongly encouraged (e-mail: irelandhouse@nyu.edu; or phone (212) 998-3950).