Minister of State for Overseas Development Aid and Diaspora. Colm Brophy, T.D.
This Christmas will again be different. Thankfully there will be many more homecomings to warm our hearts.
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Discover To Bia Irish at Christmas: The Ultimate Nostalgic Irish Christmas Cookbook, curated by Ali Dunworth. Featuring classics and contemporary twists from Irish chefs near and far.
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GermanyTue 1 FebOnline
Brigidsfest – Hot off the Press
A showcase of Irish writers whos books are yet to be published in German, to celebrate St. Brigid's Day, and Irish female creativity. -
United States of AmericaTue 1 FebOnline
Inspirational Women: A Conversation with Monica McWilliams
Inspirational Women: A Conversation with Monica McWilliams -
BelgiumTue 1 FebOnline
Saint Brigid’s Day 2022: 50 Years of Irish Women Shaping the EU
St. Brigid’s Day 2022 webinar featuring trail-blazing Irish women who have led and shaped the EU. -
United States of AmericaTue 1 Feb - Sat 12 FebOnline
Through the Eyes of Women/Trí Shúile na mBan
Irish Screen America is hosting a selection of online screenings of celebrated films by five contemporary female Irish filmmakers. -
IrelandFri 28 Jan - Fri 5 FebIn-Person
Projection of Brigit: Goddess of Fire by Holly Pereira
Visit the Mansion House to see Brigit, Goddess of Fire by illustrator & muralist Holly Pereira projected on the walls. -
Mexico and IrelandTue 1 FebOnline
Revolutionary Women of Ireland and Mexico
During key moments in history, women have been protagonists of great changes that have shaped our society, from great revolutionary women, to the women that day to day built peace after a conflict. -
IrelandTue 1 FebOnline
Embassy of Peru in Ireland Presents: The Life of Dr Gabriela McEvoy, a Peruvian Academic with Irish Ancestry
Through a casual interview, this event will explore the experiences and life of Dr Gabriela McEvoy, a Peruvian academic with Irish ancestry. -
IrelandTue 1 FebIn-Person
Sisters with Transistors (2020)
The untold story of electronic music’s female pioneers, remarkable composers who embraced machines and their liberating technologies to utterly transform how we produce and listen to music today. -
IrelandTue 1 FebOnline
Restorative Yoga with Mary Williams – What it means to be Irish
Mary Williams, The elbowroom yoga teacher, has designed this unique and beautiful practice themed "What it means to be Irish", celebrating connection to the land and to the Earth. -
IrelandTue 1 FebOnline
We Were There, We Are Here: Women in Politics
It’s only in recent years that the role of women in the fight for Irish Independence has been recognised and commemorated. -
HungaryThu 3 FebHybrid
St Brigid’s Day Concert – Celebrating the Creativity of Women
Live concert in Budapest by invited performers of both the Royal Irish Academy of Music in Dublin and the Liszt Ferenc Academy of Music. -
FranceTue 1 MarchIn-Person
Screening of An Agreement of Silence by Artist Sinead McCann
The Council of Europe will host two screenings of the film, ‘An Agreement of Silence’ by the Dublin-based artist Dr Sinead McCann, followed by a talk and Q&A with Professor Catherine Cox. -
United States of AmericaWed 2 FebOnline
Online Imbolc & Brigid Healing Concert with Celia Farran
Celebrate Imbolc & Brigid's Day Online. This event is much more than a concert. It will include invocation, meditation, healing circle, and blessings. -
IrelandTue 1 FebOnline
Women in Trad presented by the Irish Traditional Music Archive
Enjoy performances by Louise Mulcahy, Síle Denvir, and Caitlin Nic Gabhann rooted in the archival music and folklore of Brigid. -
IrelandMon 31 Jan - Thu 31 MarchOnline
St Brigid’s Well – Poet Eiléan Ní Chuilleanáin in interview with Susan McKay
Created for Lá Fhéile Bríde / St Brigid's Day 2022, this short film celebrates the poetry of Eiléan Ni Chuilleanáin, her new poem St Brigid's Well and an exhibition by 86 women artists it inspired. -
IrelandMon 31 Jan - Tue 1 MarchIn-Person
The Book of Kildare
An exhibition of new, illuminated pages from The Book of Kildare, by Josephine Hardiman. -
LatviaThu 10 FebOnline
Sharing Experiences: Women in Publishing. Does it really matter?
Join voices from Ireland and Latvia in conversation about the impact of women in publishing as they compare experiences and discuss challenges and opportunities. -
Great BritainSat 29 JanHybrid
St Brigid’s Day 2022 – Celebrating Irish Women at the Movies
Celebrating the achievements of Irish female performers and film makers who have brought us outstanding drama, comedy and documentaries - guaranteed to make for a great line up! -
IrelandTue 1 Feb - Mon 28 FebIn-Person
St Brigid’s Well
St Brigid's Well, an exhibition of 85 new art works inspired by the new poem from Eiléan Ní Chuilleanáin -
United States of AmericaMon 31 JanOnline
A Celebration of Brigid: Pagan Goddess & Saint
Íde B. O'Carroll discusses the importance of Brigid in the context of Irish culture and tradition, from her pagan origins to a Christian tradition.
ST BRIGID’S DAY
The Department of Foreign Affairs and its Embassy network is proud to build on the legacy of St. Brigid’s Day and share St. Brigid’s extraordinary legacy with the global community.
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“No matter where we are in the world, it will be a time when we think of those we love the most.”
