by Claudio Alvalle | Sep 14, 2022 | Blog, Celtic Heritage, Festivals and Events
On Sept. 23-25, downtown Bethlehem will again come alive with all things Celtic as we host the 35th Annual Celtic Classic. 35 years! How is that possible? And yet it’s true. For 35 years, Bethlehem has celebrated the Celtic culture through various activities,...
by Claudio Alvalle | Aug 28, 2022 | Blog, Kilts and Tartans
Combining history, culture, and community is nothing new at Donegal Square-in fact, we thrive on it! There is one item at the store, however, that is almost iconic in its ability to honor this ideal. That is the Bethlehem City Tartan, created by our one and only,...
by Claudio Alvalle | Aug 17, 2022 | Blog
The Handmade Soap Company is Donegal Square’s latest addition to our skin care lines. Based in County Meath, this company prides itself in its strict ethical sourcing policy. Their intent is to leave the smallest footprint imaginable on the earth. They are kind, to...
by Claudio Alvalle | Aug 1, 2022 | Blog, Festivals and Events
Lughnasadh: Start of the Harvest Season In the Celtic year, August 1 is the holiday of Lughnasadh (pronounced loo-NAS-ah), also known as Lammas Day or Loaf Mass Day. Set between the summer (Litha) and the fall equinox (Mabon) during ancient times, Lughnasadh was, and...
by Claudio Alvalle | Jun 15, 2022 | Blog, Celtic Heritage, Education
We are happy to give you an inside look into the creative genius of jewelry designer, Keith Jack. Originally from Scotland, Keith emigrated to Western Canada where his product line exploded into vibrant, traditional and contemporary Celtic designs. While deeply...