Children take part in school’s Céilí Cèilidh Programme organised by Fermanagh and Omagh District Council

Pupils from St. Mary’s Primary School Newtownbutler, Newtownbutler Primary School, St Lawrence’s Primary School, Fintona and Denamona Primary School, Fintona recently experienced a taste of Irish and Highland music, dance and song as part of the recent Fermanagh and Tyrone Fleadh events. The Céilí Cèilidh initiative was delivered by Bready Ulster Scots Association and was organised and funded by Fermanagh and Omagh District Council and The Executive Office District Council Good Relations Programme.

The workshops showcased Highland dancing and Irish dancing with tutors explaining the origins of the dances and exploring their similarities and differences. Pupils also had the chance to take part in practical demonstrations and were guided through the steps of the dances. This programme gave children the opportunity to get active while learning a number of dances from the different traditions.

Speaking about the Céilí Cèilidh programme, Chair of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council, Councillor John McClaughry said;

‘The Council is delighted to provide the opportunity for pupils to see and experience the music and dance of the Irish and Ulster Scots traditions. It is so important that our young people have a knowledge and appreciation of our rich and diverse cultural heritage.

The Céilí Cèilidh Programme is one aspect of the Council’s Good Relations Programme that further builds intercultural and cross community relations placing the principle of everyone belonging equally at its heart.’

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