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School: Meelick (roll number 14592)

Location:
Meelick, Co. Roscommon
Teacher:
Gearóid Ó Conchobhair
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0240, Page 353

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  1. Festival Customs

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    Since the very earliest times Ireland has many customs connected with her festivals. Some of these even date back to pagan times and are still observed in many parts of our land. In the most remote districts, which are partly free from modern influence many age-old customs still survive. St. Brigid's Day, 1st February is one of the most important festivals in this locality. Straw crosses are made in honour of the Saint and are put in a prominent place, as they are supposed to protect the family throughout the year. Shrove Tuesday is another date on which the custom of making pancakes is kept. It is also
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    History Edit
    Topics
    1. events
      1. events (by time of year) (~11,476)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Mollie Ganly
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Cloonmaul, Co. Roscommon
    Informant
    Martin Ganly
    Gender
    Male
    Address
    Cloonmaul, Co. Roscommon