Join us for the grassroots pageant filled with fun and wonder and join with fellow villagers to mark the sacred mystery and beauty of the still point of the year, the joy of community, and the return of the sun, which is celebrated by cultures across the Northern Hemisphere on this day.
What is a Cèilidh? Originally the word Ceilidh (kay-lee) descended from the Gaelic word for 'gathering' or 'party' or "companion visit". While often association with dancing and fiddles - its roots center on story telling, pageantry and song."On long, dark winter nights it was the custom in small villages for friends to collect in a house and hold what they call a "ceilidh" (pronounced kay'lee). Young and old are entertained by the reciters of old poems and legendary stories which deal with ancient beliefs, the doings of traditional heroes and heroines, and so on. Some sing old and new songs set to old music or new music composed in the manner of the old. - "Wonder Tales from Scottish Myth and Legend".
Tickets are sliding scale $10-$25 and proceeds support event costs, rentals and technical support. Limited tickets available (because there are 50 people IN the show!) Get yours now!