Celtic Recipes

Isle of Man: Manx Musicians Play at Europe's Biggest Inter-Celtic Festival!

Submitted by Valerie Caine on August 6, 2014 - 8:08pm

The phenomenally successful Lorient Inter-Celtic Festival will burst into life at the beginning of this month to entertain an audience of almost one million people, with an increased Manx presence and the ever popular Manx pavilion ready to welcome those who pour into the port of Lorient, Brittany.

Billed as Europe's largest Celtic festival, with 200 events and 5,000 performers, it's a ten day extravaganza which gives the Isle of Man a perfect opportunity to promote both cultural and business opportunities in a vibrant setting of music, song and dance.

Isle of Man: Norwegian Exhibition Docks in Peel

Submitted by Valerie Caine on August 4, 2014 - 10:50pm

A unique exhibition made a short stop-over in Peel earlier this summer as part of an exciting journey christened The Thing Trail 2014.

The exhibition, which was housed on a converted Norwegian fishing boat, MS Nybakk Venner, attracted a large number of visitors interested to learn more about their mission and why they were visiting the Isle of Man.

The Great War (Manx: Yn Caggey Mooar)

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Submitted by Alastair Kneale on August 4, 2014 - 11:52am

The Great War lasted four years 1914-18 (Manx: Va'n Caggey Mooar ayn rish kiare blein 1914-18). 

Keepers of An Ancient Celtic Tradition - The Gorsedh Kernow Names 23 New Bards

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Submitted by Emmett McIntyre on August 3, 2014 - 6:23pm

The Gorsedh Kernow, an organisation with ancient roots and which is a driving force in the protection and promotion of Celtic culture in Cornwall, have announced that 23 individuals will be initiated as Cornish Bards.  The Western Morning News under the headline “Cornish Gorsedh Names 23 New Bards” quotes Cornwall’s Grand Bard, Maureen Fuller: “We are especially proud this year because the Government has recognised the Cornish as a distinct group under the Council of Europe’s Framework Convention for the Protection of National Minorities.

Isle of Man: St James Church in Dalby Celebrates 175th Anniversary

Submitted by Valerie Caine on August 2, 2014 - 7:51pm

A number of special events were organised in Dalby this summer to celebrate the 175th anniversary of St James Church, including an exhibition, a special service and in conclusion an anniversary concert.

The popular exhibition, which was held during Manx National Week, provided an extensive opportunity for visitors to find out more about life in Dalby, with a comprehensive array of information and memorabilia.

It was based on the success of a previous exhibition, with additional material spreading throughout the church and overflowing into the schoolroom.

Cymdeithas yr Iaith Gymraeg campaigners call for continued action in support of the Welsh language

Submitted by Mair Williams on August 2, 2014 - 10:06am

Two members of Cymdeithas yr Iaith Gymraeg (Welsh Language Society) were both fined £90 at Aberystwyth Magistrates Court on Friday 1 August. Robin Farrar and Bethan Williams, chair and former chair of the movement were involved in the painting of slogans, including “Addysg Gymraeg i Bawb” (Welsh-medium education for all) at the offices of the Government of Wales in Aberystwyth in May this year. They made it clear that they would not pay the fine and that further non-violent actions would continue.

Scottish Harpist Takes Manx Music Across the Atlantic

Submitted by Valerie Caine on July 31, 2014 - 5:37pm

Internationally acclaimed Scottish harpist, Rachel Hair, is seen as a key figure in the burgeoning revival of the Island's traditional music scene, teaching several local pupils on a monthly basis, establishing resident harp group Claasagh and recently publishing a book of Manx tunes.

A tireless worker, Rachel stands at the forefront of her profession, and is now introducing Manx music to a wider audience as she heads across the Atlantic to the Somerset Folk Harp Festival, to be held in Parsippany in New Jersey.

Support the people of Tibet and stand up against Chinese bullying

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Submitted by Alastair Kneale on July 31, 2014 - 10:14am

The International Monetary Fund forecast that the Chinese economy will grow by 7.5% this year. China continues to be the world’s second largest economy after the United States, albeit that there are internal tensions within the Chinese economy that give rise to discussions about overheating and possible collapse. At this time, alongside its continued economic growth, there has been a rise in Chinese military capabilities. Its security forces are also used to suppress ethnic discontent within its current borders including in Tibet.

Gaelic Medium Education Fuels Scots Gaelic Comeback in Scotland

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Submitted by Emmett McIntyre on July 30, 2014 - 8:55pm

The Bòrd na Gàidhlig, an organisation formed under Scotland’s the 2005 Language Act, has issued its Annual Report for 2013/2014.  The report attests to dramatic growth in Gaelic medium education showing a 6% increase in primary school and a 7% increase in secondary school enrollment.  The Bord’s report attributes the reversal in the decline of Gaelic speakers, as reported in the 2011 census, to the increases in Gaelic medium education.

Eisteddfod Genedlaethol Cymru. Sir Gâr, 1 - 9 Awst 2014 - (National Eisteddfod of Wales. Carmarthenshire 1 – 9 August 2014)

Submitted by Mair Williams on July 29, 2014 - 9:13pm

Yr Eiesteddfod Genedlaethol Cymru yw gŵyl flaenaf Cymru ac fe’i  chynhelir yn flynyddon yn ystod wythnos gyntaf mis Awst (The National Eisteddfod is Wales’ leading festival  held annually during the first week of August).

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