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days ut E A S T E R EASTER; TRADITIONS AND HISTORY


Chocolate Easter Eggs, going on egg hunts, paying lip-service to the Easter Bunny and gobbling sweets for breakfast are things we commonly associate with Easter. But what is the ‘true meaning’ of Easter and why did we traditionally celebrate it?


For Christians, Easter is the oldest and most important religious festival of the year. Easter Sunday is the day, they are taught, that Christ was resurrected from the dead three days after his crucifixion. But the celebration of Easter and many of the customs associated with it predate Christianity. The name itself is said to be derived from ‘Eostre’ an Anglo-Saxon Goddess of Spring who symbolised the rebirth of life in spring. Eostre’s festival was celebrated at the vernal equinox and eggs, probably the food most associated with Easter, were important symbolically as they were associated with new life, rebirth and fertility.


Eggs are especially associated with Easter Sunday because this day marks the end of Lent, a period of fasting and abstinence which lasts approximately six weeks, when people in past times were expected to abstain from meat, eggs, dairy products and even conjugal relations! In the Middle Ages when people were unable to eat eggs during the Lenten period they began to decorate and store them for Easter Sunday and the tradition of the egg hunt dates back to this time.


The first chocolate Easter eggs were made in France and Germany in the early 19th Century. In 1873 the first British chocolate Easter egg was produced by Fry’s with Cadbury producing its first chocolate egg in 1875. Cadbury’s Crème Eggs initially appeared in 1971 and despite only being available for a limited time sell in excess of 200 million eggs annually. Simnel Cake, a marzipan fruit cake, also dates back to the medieval period. This traditional cake is eaten in Ireland and Britain and a few other countries as an Easter treat.


The Easter Bunny is far more popular and active in the USA than he is on this side of the Atlantic. Some historians believe the Easter Bunny arrived in America in the 1700s along with German immigrants who had a tradition of an egg-laying hare! While the Easter Bunny isn’t as popular in Europe, chocolate bunnies are. Apparently most people eat the ears first but whatever bit you bite off first don’t forget the Spring Goddess and her magical hare without which there would be no Easter.


THIS EASTER WHY NOT GO ALONG TOIKEA DUBLIN IKEA Dublin and let the kids get creative and sit in on one of their arts and craft activities during school holidays. Or you can let the kids have some fun time in the free supervised crèche, Smaland for 3 – 10 year olds while you take a stroll around and pick something out from our exciting range for those cold wintery nights in. Tired of walking and shopping? While you’re at the store, take some time to relax and refresh in the IKEA Restaurant. Pop in for a quick snack or stay for a leisurely breakfast, lunch or dinner – the whole family is welcome. To keep the little ones happy IKEA


EASTER AT TAYTO PARK Sunday 16th of April Easter at Tayto Park Tayto Park is the perfect family destination this Easter. We need help from our egg-cellent detective’s this Easter solving the mystery of Who Stole the Egg in Tayto Park? Join us Sunday the 16th of April for a crime scene investigators inspired event located in the zoo. Plus don’t miss our Easter arts and crafts and dozens of egg-tastic experiences for all! Participate in the mystery solving of “Who Stole the Egg?” and every child will receive an egg once they have found the thief. Normal entry prices apply, there is no extra charge for the Hunt. www.taytopark.ie


Sat 25th March – Easter Saturday 15th April


have highchairs, changing areas and a play area, plus FREE organic baby food with any purchase. Among the Swedish-style dishes and local specials on the menu you’ll find healthy, organic and vegetarian options, so everyone leaves satisfied even those fussy eaters. For more information check out our website www.ikea.ie/Dublin


22 Primary Times SPRING ISSUE


CHOCOLATE WAREHOUSE EASTER BUNNY Enjoy the wonderful experience of visiting the Easter Bunny at The Chocolate Warehouse. Stroll down the magic corridor viewing his Easter scenes and then enter his Easter hutch where the Easter Bunny is waiting for you and presents you with your Easter Egg. Then enter into the bow room when you make an Easter Bow and have your name personalised on your egg. The Easter chocolate shop is full of Easter


eggs, chocolate rabbits and chocolate novelties. Saturdays 11am - 5pm and Sunday 12pm - 5pm Mid week visits call 01 4500080 for times. Easter bunny €11 per child (includes personalized Easter egg), Adults free of charge.Ideal for Crèches, Montessori or group visits. Group rate €9.50per child. The Chocolate Warehouse Greenhills Road, Walkinstown D12. Tel: 01 4500080 or www.chocolatewarehouse.ie


Sat 8th – Sat 15th April


SUNNY SIDE-UP THIS EASTER AT THE BUTLERS CHOCOLATE EXPERIENCE For the ultimate Easter eggs-perience hop along to Butlers Chocolate factory tour this April. The Easter Bunny has been busy hiding his delicious Butlers Chocolate Easter Eggs and is inviting chocolate lovers of all ages to come and find them in his kingdom at the home of Butlers Chocolates in Clonshaugh Business Park. On arrival, all participants will dress like real Butlers chocolatiers and begin the tour by watching the Chocolate Movie and then explore the interactive Museum. Then it’s off to savour the sweet aroma of the Chocolate Gallery as they witness the production of Butlers Chocolates in real time with a panoramic birds eye view. Finally, unleash their inner chocolatier as they decorate their own chocolate masterpiece to bring home as a treasured souvenir. After all the Eggcitement of the tour, it’s off to the Easter Bunny’s garden for the Easter Egg hunt and mad hatter’s tea party.


Mon 10th April 2 – 4pm


SHADOW PUPPET WORKSHOP WITH LORRAINE WALSH A fun exploration of light and shadow for young adventurers. Create your own shadow puppet and try it out behind a shadow screen. Ages 7 – 10 yrs Advance booking required. FREE event. Contact Leixlip Community Library ph. 01-6060050 or e-mail


leixliplib@kildarecoco.ie Mon 10th April 11.30am – 12.30pm


DRAWING PARTY WITH LORRAINE WALSH A fun time-out using artist drawing materials including charcoal, chalk, graphite. use feathers, straws, brushes and sticks..play group drawing games and more..if you love to draw, you’ll love our drawing party! Ages 4 – 6yrs (plus their adults). Advance booking required. FREE event. Contact Leixlip Community Library ph. 01-6060050 or e-mail leixliplib@kildarecoco.ie


Mon 10th – Thurs 13th April


BRICK FLICKS STOP MOTION 2-DAY WORKSHOPS Solstice Arts Centre in Navan: Mon 10th/Tues 11th 10am & 1.30pm Brick Flicks are back this Easter and participants will collaborate on designing their own set, scripting their own story and filming the results. Bring along your favourite mini figure and they can be the super hero of the show or movie just like Super Yeti! The morning workshop is suitable for those new to stop motion or those looking to refresh their skills. The afternoon workshop is suitable for children who are currently making stop motion films and want to take their films to the next level.Strictly 8 years +. www. solsticeartscentre.ie


Tues 11th April 4pm – 5pm


MAKE A BOOK OF SPELLS, POTIONS AND FANTASTIC BEASTS WITH SARAH TULLY Ages 7 – 12 years. Advance booking required. FREE event. Contact Leixlip Community Library ph. 01-6060050 or e-mail leixliplib@kildarecoco.ie


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