When Saint Patrick's Day is celebrated throughout the world it is largely Nationalist symbols which are prominent. This need not be the case though. The Sash, lambeg drum, flute and Bushmills Whiskey are as much a part of Ireland as the hurly stick, tin whistle, bodhran and poteen. Before 1969 many Protestants wore the shamrock but the advent of the troubles highlighted differences and caused communal separation. The Apprentice Boys have attempted to bridge the divide and explain our culture in our August festival. We have for a number of years now embraced St Patrick's day with the same enthusiasm and are looking forward to an enjoyable day.
Visitors to the Memorial Hall will be entertained by a variety of favourite acts and regular visitors to the Hall.
The programme for the day will be:
Throughout the afternoon Maiden City Beat will provide a mix of traditional and contemporary Ulster-Scots and Irish tunes, from 2.00pm until 6pm. Along with:
2.30pm – Billy and Vallerie with “Orange Lil”
3.00pm – Solus Highland Dancers
3.15pm – Dollars and Dimes Line Dancers
3.30pm – Crimson Players Drama Group
3.45pm – Glen and Jill Duet
4.00pm – Solus Highland Dancers
4.15pm – Dollars and Dimes Line Dancers
All times may change through the course of the day.
Posted at 21:57 on Saturday 13th March 2010