Halloween delivery for Newtownabbey family historians

Newtownabbey Branch of the North of Ireland Family History Society (NIFHS) members recently got special deliveries of Halloween cookies to enjoy during their monthly meeting.
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The online talk was suitably ghoulish as Dr Bob Curran’s topic was ‘Black Cats and Dumb Suppers’ where he covered Halloween traditions and superstitions. It was an entertaining evening as Dr Curran answered questions such as what was the original date of Halloween; what a Dumb Supper was; and how would you know if witches are nearby.

The next meeting will be on Monday (November 8) at 7pm when Dr Irene O’Brien, Glasgow City archivist, will explain how Scottish poor law records can help people in Northern Ireland improve their family trees.

The online meeting is free and local residents will be very welcome. Check the branch website or Facebook page for booking details:

Newtownabbey Family History Society.Newtownabbey Family History Society.
Newtownabbey Family History Society.

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