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Belfast: Exploring the Post-Troubles City for Free
Kevin 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 Dorman
Feb 4, 20225 min read


Imbolc: Celtic Spring and New Beginnings
Imbolc is the dawn that signals daybreak, a time for new beginnings and hidden possibilities.

Christine Dorman
Jan 28, 20226 min read


Nessie is Not Alone: Other Celtic Water Monsters
The Loch Ness Monster may be famous but she’s not the only supernatural creature lurking in Celtic rivers and lakes.

Christine Dorman
Jan 21, 20225 min read


Winter Colds and Celtic Herbal Comfort
With cold and flu season in full swing, check out these 7 Celtic folk herbs that can offer comfort...and maybe a little magic!

Christine Dorman
Jan 14, 20225 min read


Celtic New Year’s Traditions
Fireworks, champagne, a kiss at midnight. If New Year’s traditions seem to have lost their fizz, add sparkle with these Celtic traditions.

Christine Dorman
Jan 7, 20227 min read


A Celtic Christmas Reflection
Just a few reflections inspired by Christmas traditions from the modern Celtic countries of Ireland, Scotland, and Wales. Merry Christmas!

Christine Dorman
Dec 24, 20213 min read


Winter Solstice and Christmas Evergreens: Celtic Hope
Celtic traditions regarding winter solstice offer a reminder that the darkest days lead to the return of light, warmth, and new life.

Christine Dorman
Dec 17, 20215 min read


The Complicated Celtic Elder in Folklore and Modern Medicine
The Druids said the elder tree had a bad-tempered spirit, hostile to children. Still, Celtic folklore associates the tree with protection.

Christine Dorman
Dec 10, 20213 min read


Scotland’s Ancient Sites: Skara Brae and Maeshowe
On the Orkney Islands in Scotland are structures built over 5000 years ago, including the Skara Brae houses which have indoor plumbing!

Christine Dorman
Dec 3, 20214 min read


Add Celtic Magic to Your Thanksgiving Meal
Discover the magic Celtic folklore says lay hidden in the seasonings typically used for the American Thanksgiving meal.

Christine Dorman
Nov 26, 20215 min read


The Other Celtic Nations
Ireland, Scotland, and Wales are famous Celtic lands but this week’s post explores their lesser-known cousins, the other Celtic Nations.

Christine Dorman
Nov 19, 20216 min read


Winter Herbs and Celtic Magic
Bring a little greenery and some Celtic magic into your house this winter with an herb garden.

Christine Dorman
Nov 12, 20215 min read


The Piper and the Puca: A Reimagined Irish Folktale
A shapeshifting, mischievous faerie, the Celtic Puca sometimes helps those humans he likes.

Christine Dorman
Nov 5, 20217 min read


Halloween 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 Dorman
Oct 29, 20216 min read


10 Scary Celtic Characters for Halloween
Called by the cry of the banshee, the Dullahan arrives in the Death Coach. Read on to discover more scary Celtic characters for Halloween.

Christine Dorman
Oct 15, 20215 min read


Food 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 Dorman
Oct 8, 20215 min read


Tryphine and the Celtic Bluebeard
This Celtic legend, with a sinister prince, ghostly help, and a decapitated body reaching for its head is perfect for spooky October.

Christine Dorman
Oct 1, 20217 min read


Celtic Tree Signs: The Resilient Birch
Those 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 Dorman
Sep 24, 20214 min read


The Autumnal Equinox: Light, Darkness, and Celtic Balance
At the equinox, the hours of day & night are about equal, but Celtic tradition teaches balance (and magic) are in the in-between: twilight.

Christine Dorman
Sep 17, 20217 min read


Celtic Tree Symbolism
Celtic culture sees signs in all aspects of nature and finds powerful symbolism in trees.

Christine Dorman
Sep 10, 20217 min read
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