Christine DormanFeb 116 minLove of the IrishJust in time for Valentine’s Day, Irish folklore, traditions, and superstitions about love and marriage.
Christine DormanFeb 45 minBelfast: Exploring the Post-Troubles City for FreeKevin Branagh’s film, Belfast, has won critical acclaim. Now it’s time to check out the city itself and all the free attractions it offers.
Christine DormanJan 286 minImbolc: Celtic Spring and New BeginningsImbolc is the dawn that signals daybreak, a time for new beginnings and hidden possibilities.
Christine DormanJan 215 minNessie is Not Alone: Other Celtic Water MonstersThe Loch Ness Monster may be famous but she’s not the only supernatural creature lurking in Celtic rivers and lakes.
Christine DormanJan 145 minWinter Colds and Celtic Herbal ComfortWith cold and flu season in full swing, check out these 7 Celtic folk herbs that can offer comfort...and maybe a little magic!
Christine DormanJan 77 minCeltic New Year’s TraditionsFireworks, champagne, a kiss at midnight. If New Year’s traditions seem to have lost their fizz, add sparkle with these Celtic traditions.
Christine DormanDec 24, 20213 minA Celtic Christmas Reflection Just a few reflections inspired by Christmas traditions from the modern Celtic countries of Ireland, Scotland, and Wales. Merry Christmas!
Christine DormanDec 17, 20215 minWinter Solstice and Christmas Evergreens: Celtic HopeCeltic traditions regarding winter solstice offer a reminder that the darkest days lead to the return of light, warmth, and new life.
Christine DormanDec 10, 20213 minThe Complicated Celtic Elder in Folklore and Modern MedicineThe Druids said the elder tree had a bad-tempered spirit, hostile to children. Still, Celtic folklore associates the tree with protection.
Christine DormanDec 3, 20214 minScotland’s Ancient Sites: Skara Brae and MaeshoweOn the Orkney Islands in Scotland are structures built over 5000 years ago, including the Skara Brae houses which have indoor plumbing!
Christine DormanNov 26, 20215 minAdd Celtic Magic to Your Thanksgiving MealDiscover the magic Celtic folklore says lay hidden in the seasonings typically used for the American Thanksgiving meal.
Christine DormanNov 19, 20216 minThe Other Celtic NationsIreland, Scotland, and Wales are famous Celtic lands but this week’s post explores their lesser-known cousins, the other Celtic Nations.
Christine DormanNov 12, 20215 minWinter Herbs and Celtic MagicBring a little greenery and some Celtic magic into your house this winter with an herb garden.
Christine DormanNov 5, 20217 minThe Piper and the Puca: A Reimagined Irish FolktaleA shapeshifting, mischievous faerie, the Celtic Puca sometimes helps those humans he likes.
Christine DormanOct 29, 20216 minHalloween and Samhain: Just What Are They Anyway?“What are we celebrating on Halloween anyway?” Explore the themes and customs of Halloween and its Celtic ancestor, Samhain, for an answer.
Christine DormanOct 15, 20215 min10 Scary Celtic Characters for HalloweenCalled by the cry of the banshee, the Dullahan arrives in the Death Coach. Read on to discover more scary Celtic characters for Halloween.
Christine DormanOct 9, 20215 minFood and Decorations for a Very Celtic Halloween Here are Halloween food and decorating ideas to help you get into the Celtic spirit of the holiday.
Christine DormanOct 1, 20217 minTryphine and the Celtic BluebeardThis Celtic legend, with a sinister prince, ghostly help, and a decapitated body reaching for its head is perfect for spooky October.
Christine DormanSep 24, 20214 minCeltic Tree Signs: The Resilient BirchThose born under the Celtic Tree Sign of the Birch (Dec. 24-Jan.20) are strong and resilient, but they have a soft side too.
Christine DormanSep 17, 20217 minThe Autumnal Equinox: Light, Darkness, and Celtic BalanceAt the equinox, the hours of day & night are about equal, but Celtic tradition teaches balance (and magic) are in the in-between: twilight.