“On St Patrick’s Day everyone has a little Irish in them.”
St Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland and as usual there are many stories and legends about him. He was the first missionary to Ireland in the 5th century.
It is believed that he banished all the snakes out of Ireland by chasing them into the sea after they attacked him during a 40-day fast he was undertaking on top of a hill.
Legend credits St. Patrick with teaching the Irish about the doctrine of the Holy Trinity by showing people the shamrock, a three-leafed plant, using it to illustrate the Christian teaching of three persons in one God. For this reason, shamrocks are a central symbol for St Patrick’s Day.
St Patrick’s Day is celebrated on March 17 – the day of his death.
Talana Museum will host a St Patricks’ Day dinner on Friday March 14 at 6:30pm.
The evening entertainment will consist of Irish music, jokes and the tale of St Patrick.
Told by a genuine Irishman.
A Powerpoint show of Scenes of Ireland.
The menu will be typical Irish and end with Irish coffee and an Irish surprise at the end of the rainbow.
What to wear – something green of course.
What to bring: A leprechaun—if you can find one; Your own drinks—we will supply glasses and ice
Ticket price: R120
Contact Pam McFadden at Talana Museum 034 212 2654 to reserve your tickets.
