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Clans & Gaelic Activities
(Gnìomhachais nam Fineachan agus na Gàidhlig) |
Clans Day,
Saturday, July 10th, 2010
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An Leabhar Mòr (The Great Book of
Gaelic) |
An Leabhar Mòr is a 21st century Book of Kells
that brings together the work of more than 150
poets, visual artists and calligraphers. It is a
major artwork which renews the connection
between Gaelic Scotland and Ireland and
celebrates the diverse strands of contemporary
Celtic culture. A beautiful book featuring work
from every century between the sixth and the
twenty-first contains the earliest Gaelic poetry
in existence. One hundred visual artists respond
to the poetry in a variety of media. Visit the
147th Antigonish Highland Games and spend time
in the Clan Tent to witness a once in a lifetime
experience.
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Clan MacGillivray - Chattan Gathering |
Beginning 12:00 PM, Ron MacGillivray Chevrolet
showroom, St. Andrew’s Street. For more
information contact Gerry MacGillvray 863-3749.
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Kirkin' O' the Tartan |
Kirkin’ O’ the Tartan (Blessing of the Families)
is a joyous church occasion that pays tribute to
Scottish custom. The ceremony of the Kirkin’ O'
the Tartan is of American origin, though based
on Scottish history and an old Highland legend.
'Kirk' is Gaelic for 'church' and 'tartan' is
the general name of a plaid design unique to a
family or clan. Each clan in Scotland had its
own tartan. During the Kirking, a display of
clan tartans is presented for blessing. Swatches
of individual clan tartans are offered,
rededicating to God’s service the family members
identified by the particular tartan.
Visit the Highland Games Field at 4pm on
Saturday, July 10th to witness the Scottish
tradition of the Kirkin’ O’ the Tartan. |
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