Category Archives for Irish Culture & Customs
The Holy Wells of Ireland – Saints, Cures and Tradition (#501)
Do you wonder what it takes to really get your Irish Family History research REALLY humming? We interviewed Irish-based genealogist – Jayne McGarvey – and asked her to share 3 signs that you are making progress as an Irish ancestry researcher.
Continue readingThe Skellig Islands, Star Wars and an Irish Lent.
Have seen Ireland’s Skellig Islands feature in the most recent Star Wars movies? But, did you know there is also a strong connection between this place and Lent which precedes Easter. And, it’s not what you may think! Read on to find out more. Céad Míle Fáilte – and welcome to this week’s Letter from Ireland. Earlier […]
Continue readingThe Irish Festival at the start of a Celtic Spring (#403)
Do you know that there are 4 main Irish festivals to mark the turning of the year? In this episode we cover just one of those festivals that marks the start of a Celtic Spring. You can listen to the show on your computer/smartphone by clicking on the play button above (the triangle with the […]
Continue readingA Celtic Festival to Celebrate
Have you heard of the following Celtic Festival that celebrates the arrival of Spring? Maybe you even celebrate it yourself? Our shared Irish ancestors had a lot of traditions around this festival – and the Saint who became associated with this time of year in Christian times. Céad Míle Fáilte – and welcome to your Letter […]
Continue readingWhen Laurel & Hardy came to Ireland.
Something quite magical happened when Laurel & Hardy came to Ireland in September, 1953 – as they pulled into the port of Cobh in County Cork, the following happened…. Céad Míle Fáilte – and you are most welcome to your Letter from Ireland for this week. Well, Christmas is well and truly in the rear view […]
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