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SONG + WEAVEHonouring The Celtic Wheel
We will celebrate Imbolc,
the first day of spring
in the Celtic Wheel.
We will be weaving Brigid crosses and
learning some songs that honour this season.
Saturday February 1st
At Lila
10am - 1 pm
$30 - $100 sliding Scale
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Choose sliding scale and please tell me what you are paying for: Feb 1st Song and Weave
Weaving Our Way Into Spring
For the past decade, I have embarked on a journey to uncover my ancestral roots, guided by my local Indigenous elders in the Valley here, who taught me to honour my heritage with respect. A few summers ago, I traveled to Ireland to connect with my lineage, immersing myself in Celtic mysticism and ancient Gaelic songs, known as Sean Nos. Over the past years I have also engaged in nature-based practices like basketry making and creating a willow garden—acts of beauty-making, that honour the earth and the wisdom of my ancestors.
Another one of my favourite practices at this time of year, at Imbolc (right between the winter solstice and spring equinox), is making Brigid Crosses Crafted from local rushes, these crosses symbolize the transition from winter to spring, bringing blessings and protection. In Irish tradition, the onset of spring is celebrated on February 1st, marking Brigid’s feast day. Weaving these crosses connects me to my land and intertwines my ancestral heritage with the present.
An integral part of this weaving tradition is singing together as we craft. Singing while crafting, is an ancient practice that fosters connection and healing. The songs carry ancestral stories, the rhythms of the land, and the harmonies of shared voices. Singing together weaves our voices into a collective tapestry, creating a sense of belonging and community. It reminds us that we are united by the sacred thread of our shared humanity and the echoes of those who came before us.
By delving into my roots and honouring the seasons, I’ve deepened my connection to my Irish heritage and nature’s rhythms. This year, I will teach Brigid’s Cross weaving and share seasonal songs. Join me by the fire to honour Brigid, the goddess of fertility and rebirth, as we weave connections to the land, our ancestors, and each other through crafting and communal song.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Lila Music & Nature Community Centre, Lila Music Centre, 3228 Gibbins Rd, North Cowichan, BC V9L 1G8, Canada,Duncan, British Columbia
