Pause for Peace
CA, United StatesIn unity with Solas Bhríde, we invite you to join in a Pause for Peace wherever you are. Solas Bhríde is a Christian Spirituality Centre in Kildare, Ireland—from where St. Brigid hails— that welcomes people of all faiths and of no faith. The vision of the centre is to welcome all to know and be […]
Discussion of “Ulysses Abridged”
United Irish Cultural Center 2700 45th Avenue, SAN FRANCISCO, CA, United StatesAs St. Brigid is the patron of poets and scholars and Imbolc aligns with a publication milestone and birthday of James Joyce, what better time to bring in Joyce scholar Michael James Fallon to discuss the abridgement of that infamous, eponymous tome, the legendary classic of modern Irish literature. February 2, 2023, marks the 101st […]
Cross Weaving Workshop
United Irish Cultural Center 2700 45th Avenue, SAN FRANCISCO, CA, United StatesCross Weaving Workshop and Meditation 3 pm St. Francis Room $10 in advance/$15 at the door REGISTER Hosted by the UICC, the Irish Marvels cultural program, and the Patrick J. Dowling Library, this workshop offers instruction and materials for making your own cross against the backdrop of some live traditional music. Prior to the workshop, […]
Meditative Walk—St. Brigid Celebration
United Irish Cultural Center 2700 45th Avenue, SAN FRANCISCO, CA, United StatesMeet at 11 am at the McLaren Labyrinth, 100 John F Shelley Dr, San Francisco Throughout her life, St. Brigid was known for her compassion and charity for others, as well as her extraordinary spirituality and cultivated harmony and peace among God’s creation. Join us for a guided meditative morning nature walk at McLaren Labyrinth […]
“Share the Light” of St. Brigid Candle Lighting Contest
Share the light for a chance to win a beautiful piece of art to keep the spirit of St. Brigid alive well beyond our celebrations. Participate for a chance to win a beautiful St. Brigid print of a painting by San Jose artist Jen Norton. As we culminate our week of St. Brigid remembrances, we […]