Past Event Blogs

This talk with Dolores explores the role that Brigid, as embodiment of the Divine Feminine, can and must play in the creation of a society. She will explore the different roles that Brigid plays as she guides us into the deep other world wells where inspiration is found and shows us clearly how each of us can bring this inspiration into creative actions in our current lives, reflecting the uniqueness of our gifts and personal circumstances.

For transformation within our culture we need the power of Brigid’s fire to push through the walls of resistance and open pathways for the deep Feminine to enter freely and unjudged into the world.  Brigid is the muse, the inspirational force, the instigator and the mediator who can bring her fire into society and broaden our definition of the Cultural Creative. How can we draw on Brigid’s wisdom to support women everywhere to take their rightful places in the evolution of our culture?   Kate Fitzpatrick is a myth-writer, musician and a spiritual teacher. She is author of the best-selling book Macha’s Twins A Spiritual Journey with the Celtic Horse Goddess. Kate leads retreats and sacred journeys around Ireland. Her work is shamanic, poetic and experiential. She digs deep into the feminine…

Stories and Conversations for Effective Cultural Change Davie Phillip, one of the original catalysts of the Transition Towns process, hosts dynamic workshops exploring new approaches in making our communities flourish. Davie tells his own story of regeneration and resilience and facilitates café conversations on transforming our local areas. Davie shares lessons from Cloughjordan Ecovillage where he is based and from Cultivate’s work over the last 20 years.

A Magical Weaving of poetry, song, story and music’ Performance poet Siobhan MacMahon whose poetry excited the audience in 2017 festival together with Kate Fitzpatrick, traditional musician and story teller and the all female Dundalk band The Periods, will weave together their different talents to co create a ​magic​al​ and fun evening​.