Celtic pagan goddess Brigit (left) and St Brigid, patroness saint of Ireland
Um.
This afternoon.
Free February 1.
Via Dublin City Council:
The Lord Mayor of Dublin Alison Gilliland is inviting everyone to join in celebrating the contributions and achievements of women past and present on February 1st for Brigit 2022: Dublin City Celebrating Women.
Drawing inspiration from the Celtic goddess Brigit, associated with creativity and wisdom, and the traditional Gaelic festival of Imbolc, this exciting new programme of events is a city-wide opportunity to acknowledge the contributions of Irish women through the ages, highlight their stories, promote their immense contribution to our society and welcome the beginning of Spring!
Julie H writes:
February 1 is St Brigid’s Day. Why is Dublin City Council celebrating a pagan goddess on the same day?
Anyone?
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