May Bush Decorating and Song Workshop In-Person
Join traditional singer & folklore collector Rachel Uí Fhaoláin in Gorey LIbrary on Saturday the 26th of April from 11.00am - 12 noon for our May Bush Decorating & Traditional Song Workshop . Children and families are invited to come along and make their own beautiful decorations for the communal Gorey May Bush on the grounds of Gorey Civic Centre, while also exploring, engaging and connecting with the wider celebrations of welcoming in Summer in Co. Wexford and beyond, as part of The Gorey May Bush Féile 2025.
Traditionally the May Bush is erected on May Eve/Day and decorated with painted egg shells which are usually kept up from Easter morning, coloured ribbons, little posies of seasonal flowers and jarred candles. Traditional music, song, dance and stories are an integral part of the celebration. Children and families will also have the opportunity to learn a little song in the traditional style written by Rachel Uí Fhaoláin which explains the May Bush tradition. All materials and song sheets will be provided on the day.
When booking, please book a place for each adult and child attending. Adults are asked to remain with children for the duration of this event.
If you require assistance attending this workshop please call Gorey Library on 053 9483820 or email goreylibrary@wexfordcoco.ie
- Date:
- Saturday, April 26, 2025
- Time:
- 11:00am - 12:00pm
- Time Zone:
- UK, Ireland, Lisbon Time (change)
- Location:
- Gorey Library (Map )
- Library branches:
- Gorey Library
- Audience:
- Children 0-4 Children 4-6 yrs Children 6-9 yrs Children 9-12 yrs Family Event
Contact Details for Gorey Library
Address: Gorey Civic Square
The Avenue,
Gorey
Co. Wexford
Y25 WK37
Phone:+ 353 53 9483820
Email: goreylib@wexfordcoco.ie
Librarian: Mary Kearney
Facebook: Gorey Library Facebook Page