Category: Community
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Carnyx Restoration with Samuel Meric
“Their trumpets are of peculiar nature… for when they are blown upon they give forth a harsh sound, appropriate to the tumult of war.” Diodorus Siculus, Greek historian, Library of History, 1st century BCE The carnyx was a beautiful bronze instrument implemented by the Gauls sometime between approximately 200 BC and 200 CE. The word…
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Ireland’s Folklore and Traditions with Shane Broderick
I reached out to Shane Broderick of Ireland’s Folklore and Traditions to talk about his wonderful blog ‘Ireland’s Folklore and Traditions’ as well as gain some insight into his background and inspiration. His blog and facebook page are fantastic resources, are rich in knowledge and particularly for anyone wanting to read or learn more authentic…
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Her Story in History With Máire De Bhál
“Go placidly amid the noise and the haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence.” Max Ehrmann Máire De Bhál is a Druid and wise woman through and through. She is a mother, teacher and librarian. The moment I came across her blog and her words, I was immediately captivated and felt she…
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Gaelic Woodland Project – Help Éire Restore Her Trees
“Pine for your lifetime, ash for your children, and oak for your grandchildren.” The Gaelic Woodland Project is a wonderful tree planting project in Ireland raising money to plant a 50 acre woodland in the heart of Ireland dedicated to the spirit of the land and her scattered generations. A commemorative standing stone will be…
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Honoring Trees and Nature Through Wood Carving
“The trees know that you can be still and grow at the same time.” Chris McGeown If you’re looking for what sort of inspiration may come out of the mountainous woodland of Wales, look no further than craftsman and carver Giles Newman. With only his ax and chisel, he carves exquisitely detailed spoons and necklaces…