'When the Day's Work is Done – Céilis, Fairs and Markets'

THE Glens of Antrim Historical Society's series of talks begins again on Friday 24 September at 8.30pm, in St Mary's Parish Centre, Cushendall, when members and friends will be entertained with a talk by the eminent historian, well-known author, broadcaster and raconteur, Alex S Blair.
By The Newsroom
Published 15th Sep 2010, 13:48 BST
Updated 20th Sep 2010, 15:10 BST

The title of the talk is ‘When the Day’s Work is Done – Cilis, Fairs and Markets’.

Alex is a good friend of the Glens of Antrim Historical Society and has entertained us on several previous occasions with his memories of life in bygone days in his beloved North Antrim. Those of us fortunate enough to have heard him in the past will remember with pleasure his intimate knowledge of the local area, his empathy with the social and economic aspirations of Glensmen and Glenswomen, his gentle humour and his unique style of delivery.

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Alex is the author of over a dozen books, many of them on church history, but covering a wide spectrum of subjects ranging from Young Farmers’ Clubs of Ulster, A History of Dalriada School, Ballymoney Drama Festival, County Antrim Characters, An Illustrated History and Companion Guide to Ballymoney, A History of the Robinson Memorial Hospital, Ballymoney, The Life Story of Mrs MJ Holmes, Ballymoney and One Hundred Ballymoney Shows.

A great evening’s entertainment is ensured. Come along and enjoy ‘the craic’!

For further information about this lecture or joining the Society contact Bernadette Delargy, The Old School House, Mill Street, Cushendall, ph: 028 2177 1678 or visit our web-site www.antrimhistory.net