Events

Where: Kildare Town Heritage Centre, Market Square, Kidlare Town When: Thursday 1st February 2024 ( The Sculpture will be on display until Monday 5th February 2024) THIS IS A FREE EVENT DETAILS: Come and visit our sculpture 'A New Dress for St Brigid' in front of Kildare Town Heritage Centre on February 1st at 10:00am. The sculpture will be on display outside from 1st until 5th February from 10:00am until 4:00pm. On Bank Holiday Monday 5th February, you can meet the makers as they will run a series of workshops including Raw Wool Craft, Cordage Making, Needle Work, St Brigid Cross and Brídego making . No doubt there will be stories of St Brigid and the ancient crafts related to her journey to date. Monday 5th February 2024 Workshop Timetable: 11:00 am - St. Brigid Cross/Brídeog Doll Making 12:00 pm - Needle Work 1:00 pm - Storytelling 2:00 pm - Raw Wool Finger Spinning 3:00 pm - Natural Cordage/Hapa Zome  For any further questions please email: [email protected]

Brigid’s crosses are the most common and enduring tradition associated with Brigid. Presenters: Solas Bhríde TeamVenue:  Solas Bhríde Spirituality CentreTime: 10.00 a.m – 11.30 a.m. Admission: FREE Conas Cros Bhríde a fhí   Sa cheardlann seo beidh seans ag daoine foghlaim conas Cros Bhríde a fhí. (People will have the opportunity to learn to weave the cross through Irish)

Location: Solas Bhride Cetre, Kildare Town Welcome to "Inextinguishable," an art exhibition where I celebrate the spirit of Brigid using recycled cardboard as my canvas. Brigid, a revered figure in Irish culture, holds a special place in our hearts, making her influence truly 'inextinguishable.' My artworks, crafted from recycled double corrugated cardboard, breathe new life into this common material sourced from shops, stores, and even friends and family. By using this everyday material, I aim to recycle and reintegrate it into the very idea of transport, as seen in cardboard boxes moving products. This process also symbolically connects with the myths and stories of Brigid and Saint Bridget. As you explore the exhibition, you'll notice the sculptural presence of the artwork in space. Playing with inner and outer surfaces, it beckons the viewer closer and pushes them away, creating a dynamic engagement. To me, the connection between the structures and the material is profound – both hidden in plain sight, often taken for granted, yet possessing an inner power and beauty that deserves recognition. Come witness the fusion of myth, material, and art in a celebration of Brigid's enduring significance. If you have any queries about the work or if you are looking for pricing, please contact Greg on any of the following below: www.greghallahanart.com [email protected] instagram@greg_hallahan_art 0851509314