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School: Glencairn (roll number 1179)

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Glencairn, Co. Waterford
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Eibhlín Ní Dhuibhir
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0638, Page 22

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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0638, Page 22

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  1. Saint Brigid's Day (continued)

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  2. St Patrick's Day

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    St. Patrick's Day occurs on the 17th of March. The previous day the children go out and gather shamrock. It is an old custom to make a cross with a half-burned stick on one's shoulder in honour of saint Patrick. This is called "Patrick's Cross"
    People used to wear crosses decorated with flowers, beads, and green ribbons on the collar of their coats. Men wear shamrock on their hats. A four-leaf shamrock is a sign of good luck.
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