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CULTURAL DIRECTORStiúrthóir Cultúrtha

SEOSAMH WATSONEmeritus Professor

of Modern Irish,University College Dublin

LANGUAGE DIRECTORStiúrthóir Teanga

LIAM Ó CUINNEAGÁINSpecialist in Irish Language

Courses for Adults.

SIOBHÁN NÍ CHURRAIGHÍN

GEARÓIDÍN NIC GHONGAIL

FáilteA chara,

Le 35 bliain anuas tá Oideas Gael i dtúscadhnaíochta ag cur ar fáil cúrsaí Gaeilge aguslaetha saoire cultúrtha. Le linn an ama sin tána mílte ag tarraingt orainn ó gach cearnd’Éirinn agus ón iliomad tír ar fud an domhain.Is mór mo phléisiúr, mar sin, cuireadh athabhairt duit a bheith inár gcuideachta agustaitneamh a bhaint as seal ama linn nachndéanfaidh tú dearmad air.

I gceantar álainn dheisceart Dhún na nGallgheobhaidh tú deis ar leith páirt a ghlacadh,mar aon le daoine spéisiúla eile ag a bhfuil anaidhm chéanna, i sainghrúpa teagaisc faoichúram oide chun Gaeilge a fhoghlaim nó afheabhsú, sin nó dul ag siúl sna sléibhte, nó abheith páirteach i gceann dár gceardlanna, maratá sa bhróisiúr: ceol, amhránaíocht, damhsaíagus péintéireacht.

Cibé rogha a dhéanfaidh tú féadfaidh tú abheith cinnte go mbeidh sárlaetha saoire agatlinn. Cuir scéala chugamsa le haghaidhtuilleadh eolais – agus scaip féin an dea-scéala!

Le gach dea-ghuí,Liam Ó Cuinneagáin, Stiúrthóir

For 35 years, Oideas Gael has led the field inIrish language courses and cultural activityholidays. During this period, we have attractedthousands of participants from all over Irelandand throughout the world. I have great pleasure,in inviting you to join us for what will prove tobe an unforgettable experience.

In the beautiful setting of south Donegal youwill have a unique opportunity with otherinteresting and motivated people to learn orimprove your Irish in a tutorial group, or to gohill-walking, or participate in music, song,dance, painting or other workshops, as set outin this brochure. Whatever you choose, apleasant holiday is assured.

Contact me for further details – and do pass onthe word.

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Language CoursesCúrsaí GaeilgeCúrsaí seachtaine/Week-long

20-27 April ..............

1-8 June ...................

8-15 June .................

15-22 June................

22-29 June ...............

29 June-6 July..........

6-13 July ..................

13-20 July ................

20-27 July(Gleann Fhinne)............27 July-3 August(Gleann Fhinne)............

3-10 August.............

10-17 August ...........

17-24 August ...........

Deireadh seachtaine/Weekend

15-18 March ..............

3-6 May....................

25-28 October...........

NÓTA / Please noteArrival for weeklong courses is onSaturday evening & departureSaturday morningArrival for weekend courses is onFriday evening with departureMonday 1pm

Language & CultureSummer SchoolScoil Samhraidh idTeanga & Cultúr20-27 Iúil ..............

Saibhreas na Gaeilge(Oileán Thoraí)29 Meitheamh-5 Iúil

Cruinneas sa Ghaeilge6-13 Iúil ...................

3-10 Lúnasa.............

Ó Bhéarla go Gaeilge13-20 Iúil ................

Cultural Courses Cúrsaí CultúrthaSIÚL / Hillwalking

20-27 April .............

6-13 July ..................

13-20 July ................

27 July-3 August......

3-10 August.............

10-17 August ..........

17-24 August ...........

Deireadh seachtaine/Weekend

15-18 March.............

3-6 May ..................

AN TIMPEALLACHTExploring the Environment29 June-6 July .........

SEANDÁLAÍOCHTArchaeology27 July-3 August ....

FÍODÓIREACHT Tapestry Weaving29 June-6 July ........

PÉINTÉIREACHT Painting & Sketching

6-13 July .................

10-17 August ..........

GRIANGRAFADÓIREACHTDigital Photography3-6 May .................

BODHRÁN PLAYING

15-18 March.............

3-6 May ..................

AN CHLÁIRSEACHIrish Harp13-20 July ...............

FEADÓGFlute & Whistle Playing

13-20 July ...............

25-28 October ........

COURSE DIRECTORS Stiúrthóirí na gCúrsaíADMINISTRATORS

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Oideas GaelSince its foundation in 1984, Oideas Gaelhas attracted hundreds of participantsannually to its highly acclaimed languagecourses and cultural programmes. Irishpeople, drawn from all backgrounds,constitute up to half of those attending,while the remainder travel specially fromnumerous other parts of the world toattend. The unique blend of expertlyprepared courses, together with anattractive mix of cultural sessions, alllocated within Gaeltacht communities,enabling learners to improve their fluencyin Irish while, at the same time, enjoyingour living culture. As an alternative to the

graded language courses, a broad range ofcultural activity programmes is offered toparticipants interested in experiencing aunique style of learning holiday.

Foras Cultúir Uladh Foras Cultúir Uladh (The Ulster CulturalInstitute), with its custom-designedfacilities, including wireless broadband,(free to course participants), is used byOideas Gael in Gleann Cholm Cille as thevenue for its varied activities and caters forthe specific needs of language learners andthe special requirements of the culturalprogramme.

Aidhmeanna Oideas Gael Aims of Oideas Gael• Freastal a dhéanamh ar dhaoine fásta maidir le foghlaim, cleachtadh agus feabhsú na Gaeilge.To provide for adult Irish language learners, enabling them to learn enjoyably and efficiently.

• Páirt a ghlacadh i saol na Gaeltachta. To participate in the daily life of the Gaeltacht. • Litríocht agus cultúr na Gaeilge a chur chun cinn. To promote the Irish language and itsliterature.

• Ceangal caradais a neartú idir Gaeil ar fud an domhain. To promote relationships between peopleof Gaelic background and interests world-wide.

• Caidreamh idir muintir na Gaeltachta agus pobal na hÉireann uilig a chothú tríd an Ghaeilge.To promote relations between Gaeltacht people and the rest of Ireland through the language.

• Daoine de gach cúlra cultúrtha, creidimh agus polaitiúil a thabhairt le chéile trí mheán naGaeilge. To bring together people of all cultural & political backgrounds through the mediumof Irish.

Language CoursesCúrsaí Gaeilge

OIDEAS GAEL Language courses are speciallydesigned to cater for the needs of adults atall learning stages, including those who aremore advanced but in need of practice. Each

course contains three or more levels:beginner, intermediate and advanced and isusually of one week’s duration.

CLASS TUITION is by specialist teacherswho use graded courses, supported by modernaudio-visual resources, as well as other provenmethods of language teaching. The dailyschedule consists of intensive morning andafternoon tutorials with attention directedtowards spoken Irish (except for some units atthe highest level) aiming at correctpronunciation, proper idiom and developmentof vocabulary, particularly of contemporarylife. Our aim is to foster conversational abilityand fluency, with up to 35 language contacthours per course. Recreational activities such asdancing, poetry, or guest lectures take placeeach evening, after which participants arefree to practise their Irish with people from all

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ArdchúrsaíGaeilge

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Saibhreas na Gaeilge(Oileán Thoraí)

Dóibh siúd atá líofa sa Ghaeilge ar mhaithleo í a shaibhriú. Beidh an cúrsa ag díriú arleaganacha cainte, caithimh aimsire, seanchasOileán Thoraí agus oidhreacht na litríochta.

(This course is directed at fluent Irish speakerswho want to enrich their spoken Irish)

29 Meitheamh-5 Iúil €210

Language & Culture Summer SchoolScoil Samhraidh idTeanga & Cultúr This special flagship course focuses attentionon language learning each morning, withtutorial sessions in Irish at several levels,while the afternoon period provides work-shops in such diverse activities as tin-whistle,set-dancing, sean-nós singing, hill-walkingand study-groups which focus on specificelements of Irish culture. Each of theseworkshops is under the direction of an expertin that field. The evening events includelectures in Irish folklore, poetry readings andconcerts of traditional music & song.

20-27 Iúil €250

Cruinneas sa GhaeilgeTá na cúrsaí seo dírithe ar dhaoine a bhfuilcaighdeán maith Gaeilge acu ar mian leo curlena gcruinneas scríofa agus labhartha agus astór focal a shaibhriú chomh maith.

(Directed at fluent speakers wishing to perfect theirgrammatical accuracy & improve vocabulary.)

6-13 Iúil 3-10 Lúnasa €230

Ó Bhéarla go Gaeilge Gearrchúrsa Aistriúcháin Tá an cúrsa seo dírthe ar dhaoine lesárscileanna Gaeilge, atá i mbun aistriúcháincheana féin nó ar mian leo tabhairt faoi.

(This course is suitable for highly skilled Irishspeakers who are already translating or who wantto become translators).

13-20 Iúil €230

other levels while enjoying the craic in thelocal pubs.

The social format of the courses ensuresthat people attending on their own, quicklyfeel comfortable and at ease within the group.

It has been the experience of the Directorsthat beginners who complete a two-weekprogramme succeed in achieving a markedimprovement in fluency.

Irish course participants may now register forthe TEG oral certification. (www.teg.ie)

Courses are generally approved by the Department of Education and Skills.

Cúrsaí seachtaine / Week-long courses20-27 April1-8 June8-15 June15-22 June22-29 June29 June-6 July6-13 July13-20 July20 - 27 July (Gleann Fhinne)27 July - 3 August (Gleann Fhinne)3-10 August10-17 August17-24 August

€230

Deireadh Seachtaine / Weekend courses

15-18 March 3-6 May 25-28 October

€110

Tá bileog ar leith ar fáil do na cúrsaí seo achí a iarraidh.

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Cultural Activity Courses

Cúrsaí Cultúrtha Cultural activity courses are organised in a bilingual form, making themequally attractive to people with little or no Irish. All courses offer participantsan unparalleled opportunity to enjoy an activity holiday within a rich culturalsetting. All participants in the cultural courses are encouraged to take part inthe evening schedule of dancing, song, poetry and concerts.

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“5,000 years in Stone” is the theme of thisprogramme. Field trips are organised to thenumerous pre- and early Christian monumentsof the region as well as evening lectures byscholars in early Irish literature, history, art,archaeology & folklore.

27 July-3 August €200

SIÚL Hillwalking

AN TIMPEALLACHT Exploring the Environment

SEANDÁLAÍOCHT Archaeology

PÉINTÉIREACHT Painting & SketchingThe dramatic coastal landscape of the SliabhLiag Peninsula is the setting for these courseswhich cater for both beginners and improvers.Directed and tutored by professional Irishartists.www.michaeldohertyart.com and www.artbyconal.com

6-13 July 10-17 August €200

FÍODÓIREACHT Tapestry WeavingDonegal is renowned for its craft of hand-weaving. Local weavers offer tuition in theskills of natural dyeing, carding, spinning &weaving. Directed and tutored by professionalIrish weavers.

29 June-6 July €200

GRIANGHRAFADÓIREACHT Digital PhotographyExplore the cultural & natural environment ofGleann Cholm Cille, armed with your digitalcamera and directed by an expert photo-grapher and teacher. Use your own or ourcomputers to learn photo enhancement skills.

3-6 May €110

An exploration of both the natural and man-made heritage of the region with morningpresentations and afternoon field trips. Topicsinclude: the landscape before the arrival ofman, the impact of the first inhabitants, thebogs and their flora and fauna, patterns ofland use and other environmental themes.

29 June-6 July €200

The Sliabh Liag Peninsula offers some of themost breathtaking settings in Ireland forwalking. Our experienced and well informedguides lead a programme which is physicallyand culturally rewarding for novice andexperienced walker alike.

20-27 April 6-13 July 13-20 July27 July-3 August 3-10 August10-17 August 17-24 August €200

Deireadh Seachtaine / Weekend courses

15-18 March 3-6 May €110

SPECIAL GROUP COURSESIrish courses are organised during the year at begin-ner and intermediate levels by special request.Oideas Gael also offers group study or semesterprogrammes for universities, companies, socialclubs and other organisations requiring specialistcourses on the Irish language, culture, traditionalmusic, archaeology, environment, folklore, weav-ing or other disciplines.Combination courses are also organised byspecial arrangement. Accommodation and travelcan be arranged to suit particular requirements.These courses are offered outside of our regularsummer schedule thus giving students an excellentopportunity to interact with local people and toparticipate in the everyday life of the community.

Recent external programmes offered atOideas Gael include:• 4 week language & cultural programme for

Evergreen State College, Washington.

• 15 week ‘Colmcille Semester’ programmeoffered by the University of Wisconsin atMilwaukee, in conjunction with Oideas Gael &Ulster University at Derry .

• The Irish Studies program offered by HartwickCollege, Oneonta, NY, U.S.A.

• The Traditional Irish Music program offered byColorado College, Colorado Springs, CO.

• Ireland’s Language & Culture Program forAugusta University, GA.

• One-week Irish Studies programme offered byNortheastern University, Boston, MA.

Says: John Gleeson, Professor, Irish StudiesProgram, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee.“I have been bringing our students to OideasGael for several years now and theprogrammes offered are most varied andchallenging. Our students are rewarded with aspecial experience contributing greatly to theircultural, social & personal development. Irecommend these programs highly.”

Says: Dr. Reid Golden, Professor of Sociology,Hartwick College, Oneonta, NY ‘Hartwick College spends a week at OideasGael during its biennial Irish Studies course.Students are immersed in the rhythms of asmall traditional village – an increasingly rareexperience. The course then moves on toexperience ever larger towns. Hartwick'sexpansive curriculum emphasizes a uniquelyexperiential approach to the liberal arts.Through personalized teaching, collaborativeresearch, a unique January Term, a widerange of international and other internships,and vast study-abroad opportunities, Hartwickensures that students are prepared for theworld ahead. Oideas Gael provides exactly thetype of opportunities and programs that meetHartwick’s goal of preparing students for anincreasingly globalised world.

Specialised Courses Cúrsaí Speisialta

FEADÓG Flute & Whistle PlayingA leading traditional musician presents an“Exploration of Irish Music” through the flute &whistle, with tuition for beginners & improvers.Workshops will also explain the development &progress of Irish music up to modern times.

13-20 July €200

25-28 October €110

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BODHRÁN PLAYINGWeekend courses offering the learner anopportunity of studying the varioustechniques of bodhrán playing. Learn how toaccompany solo and group musicians in aseisiún; how to play at the different speedsrequired for hornpipes, jigs, reels, mazurkas &polkas. A guaranteed craic weekend!

15-18 March 3-6 May €110

NÓTA / Please note:Arrival for week-long courses is on Saturday evening & departure Saturday morningArrival for weekend courses is on Friday evening with departure Monday 1pm

Cultural Activity Courses

Cúrsaí Cultúrtha

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AN CHLÁIRSEACHIrish HarpInstruction is by an expert harper withparticular focus on beginners and improvers.The course content includes classes on thehistory of the Irish harp, workshops on playingtechniques, the learning of new melodies andperforming in the company of others.

13-20 July €200

COURSES FOR TEACHERSMúinteoirí BunscoileTugtar aitheantas, de ghnáth, do chúrsaí OideasGael faoi Riail 58 mar chúrsaí inseirbhíse athuilleann saoire bhreise phearsanta.Courses are usually recognised by ‘An RoinnOideachais’ under rule 58 for in-servicetraining and extra personal leave.

Scrúdú Cáilíochta na GaeilgeOideas Gael Irish language courses areappropriate for teachers wishing to learn andimprove their spoken Irish for ‘ScrúdúCáilíochta na Gaeilge’ (SCG/OCG) and otherqualifications. (See www.oideasgael.ie for dates)

Course Locations

CeantairGleann Cholm CilleThis Gaeltacht area of southwest Donegal,named after St. Colm Cille, is located in thescenically splendid Sliabh Liag peninsula.

The region is renowned for its wealth oftradition, culture, music and prehistoricsettlements, as well as the excellent amenitiesspecially created here, such as the famous FolkVillage, founded by Fr. McDyer as a result ofnotable community effort, to which the workof Oideas Gael continues to contribute. AntOireachtas, the major celebration of Irishlanguage and culture, took place here inOctober 1989.

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i nGleann Cholm CilleThe following are the options that may bereserved for you by Oideas Gael. Please � choice on the application form.

BED & BREAKFAST€210 per person per week sharing (7 nights)€90 per person sharing (3 day weekend)Single Supplement: €5 per night.

Roartys - Self-catering, rooms en-suite074-9730 273 roartys@gmail.com

Ionad Siúil - Self-catering, rooms en-suite074-9730 302 www.ionadsiul.ie Áras Ghleann Cholm Cille - Self-catering, rooms en-suite074-9730 077 www.arasgcc.com

You may, alternatively, arrange yourown accommodation in Gleann CholmCille directly with:

Dooey Hostel - Budget accommodation074-9730 130 dooeyhostel@gleanncholmcille.ie

Malinbeg Hostel- Ensuite Budget accommodation074-9730 006 www.malinbeghostel.com

Fáilte Éireann(Regional Tourism Office in Donegal Town), 074-9721 148 www.failteireland.ie

A number of restaurants offer lunch and evening meals in the area.

In An Coimínsa Choimín, Gleann FhinneBED & BREAKFAST, LIGHTLUNCH & DINNER€280 per person sharingSINGLE SUPPLEMENT €5 per night. (Limited availability)

This full-board option is the only optionavailable on our Gleann Fhinne courses(20-27 July and 27 July-3 August)

SELF-CATERING Option A

Sharing a house, having all facilities, withdouble or twin rooms. €125 per person, per week, sharing (7 nights)€70 per person (3 day weekend)Single Supplement: €5 per night.

Option B

Double & twin rooms ensuite in on-campus & off-campus house-sharing with all facilities. €150 per person sharing, per week (7 nights) €80 per person sharing (3 day weekend) Single Supplement: €5 per night.

Accommodation

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Travel

TaistealTravel arrangements are the responsibility ofthe participants. Details of public transportand direct bus services will be furnished onbooking.

FROM DUBLIN: Bus Éireann 01 836 6111 www.buseireann.ie

McGeehans Coaches 074 95 46 150 www.mcgeehancoaches.com

FROM GALWAY: Feda O’Donnell 074 95 48 114 www.fedaodonnell.com

FROM BELFAST:Ulsterbus 028 90666630www.translink.co.uk

Driving time from Dublin is 4 hours, Galway 4 hours & Belfast 3 hours

All Courses are held in our main centre in Gleann Cholm Cille EXCEPT ‘Saibhreas na Gaeilge’, Oileán Thoraí, 29 Meitheamh-5 Iúiland our two language courses in An Coimín, Gleann Fhinne 20-27 July & 27 July-3 August

AIRPORTS:Dún na nGall / Donegal Airport (70km) 074-95 48 232 www.donegalairport.ie Doire/Derry (100km), An Cnoc/Knock (120km)Airport pickup can be arranged.

Gleann Fhinne & ToraighAn Coimín, Gleann Fhinne, is located onthe fringe of the impressive Cruacha Gorma(Blue Stack Mountains) in the heart of theDonegal Highlands. Oileán Thoraí is athriving island community, a 45 minutes ferrytrip from Cé Mhachaire Rabhartaigh. Bothareas are well-known for their riches of oraltradition, as well as the excellence of theirnative singers and dancers. Our courses inthese lively Irish-speaking communities, offerparticipants with an unequalled opportunityfor social and cultural interaction with vibrantcommunities of diverse ages and talents.

On Tory IslandAr Oileán ThoraíDéan plé, le do thoil, ar na roghanna lóistínéagsúla, díreach le Oideas Gael.

Fón: +353 (0)74 97 30 248oifig@oideasgael.ie

WWW.BEO.IE

Altanna ar fáil sa chartlann as an iris

www.beo.ie

Articles andinterviews fromBeo.ie! archive.

IRISH LANGUAGE COURSES WORLDWIDETugann Oideas Gael tacaíocht do mhóráncúrsaí Gaeilge ar fud an domhain. Is féidirleat teagmháil a dhéanamh linn agus eolasa fháil ar cheann acu sin in aice leat féin.

Oideas Gael has a close association withmany excellent Irish language coursesoffered worldwide. You may contact usby phone, email or mail to find out ifthere is a course available near you.

Foilsiúcháin Recent Publications‘Enjoy Irish’a foundation IrishCourse for beginnersby Dr Eithne Ní Ghallchobhair.Illustrated lessons, Easy-to-follow grammatical expla-nations, exercises & role-plays by native speakers on CD.

www.enjoyirish.ie

‘Oideas Gael – 25 Bliain faoi Bhláth’celebrating 25years of OideasGael.Full-colourpublication (ed. ProfSeosamh Watson)

www.siopagaeilge.ie

Tá réimse leathan d’ábharar fáil sa Siopa Gaeilge,idir leabhair, cheol,chúrsaí Gaeilge agus gacháis eile don mhúinteoiragus don fhoghlaimeoirGaeilge.

Our bookshop carriesan extensive selectionof books, music CDs,bilingual greetingcards, posters and otheritems of use to thelanguage learner,improver and teacher.

We offer a same daymail-order service forpurchases made online,or by phone +353 (0)74 973 0500.

Language Support

Seirbhísí Tacaíochta

Hartwick College students withmu� inteóir Anna Ní Chuinneagáin.

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Booking ProcedureClárúTÁILLÍ / FeesCourse fees cover classes, lectures,recreational and evening cultural activities.Some evening concerts organised by othergroups, may involve an admission fee. Fee forcourse selected should accompany theapplication form. If booking more than onecourse, balance of fees is payable at least 4weeks in advance of courses selected.

ÍOCAÍOCHT / PaymentVISA/MASTERCARD/VISA DEBIT payments arewelcome. Please supply details on bookingform or use our secure reservation form atwww.oideasgael.ie

International bank transfer payment (IBAN)is also possible (Contact us for details). Bewary as extra bank charges are occasionallyincurred by some payment methods.

CLÁRÚ / RegistrationTo ensure a place on the course of yourchoice, it is advisable to book at least onemonth in advance of that course. Registrationis on Saturday evening for week-long courses& Friday evening for weekend courses. Youmay register on appointed day at anytimefrom 4pm onwards.

CANCELLATION POLICYCourse fees, less €60 handling charge, arerefundable up to 4 weeks prior to commence-ment of course.

Gleann Cholm Cille, Co. Dhún na nGall, ÉireFón: +353 (0)74 97 30 248Email: oifig@oideasgael.ie www.oideasgael.ieSkype: oideas.gael

Is mian liom clárú / I wish to book for �

Ainm/Name:

Seoladh/Address:

Fón Póca/ Mobile:

Other/eile:

Seoladh idirlín/e-mail:

Gairm/Occupation:

Male Female

I ENCLOSE COURSE FEE €

If attending more than one course, only the fee for thefirst one is required with the application form.

VISA MASTERCARD VISA DEBIT

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ACCOMMODATION CHOICE

GLEANN CHOLM CILLE

Lóistín teaghlaigh / Family accommodation

u L&B / B&B

Féinfhreastal / Self-catering

u (A) House Sharing

u (B) Ensuite Room sharing(Select 1, 2 in order of preference)

COIMÍN, GLEANN FHINNE

Lóistín teaghlaigh / Family accommodation

u L&B + Dinnéar / B&B + Dinner

I would prefer a single room (if available)

Cúrsa amháin / Course only (Accommodation not required)

Please state own accommodation arrangement

I will have my own transport during the course:

Yes No

Have you any knowledge of the Irish Language?

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Expiry Date: _____ /_____ 3 Digit Code(Credit Card Only)

Dáta/Date: _____ /_____ /____(A receipt and confirmation of booking will be sent by return)

Don oifig amháin/For office only

Dáta Tagtha _____ /_____ /_____

Íocaíochtaí €_______ €_______

Foirm Iarratais 20 1 9 Reservation Form Foirm Iarratais 20 1 9 Reservation Form

Is mian liom clárú / I wish to book for �

SEOL CHUIG / MAIL TO: Oideas Gael, Gleann Cholm Cille, Co. Dhún na nGall, Éire.

Online reservation: www.oideasgael.ie

Bloclitreacha / Block letters

CULTURAL DIRECTORStiúrthóir Cultúrtha

SEOSAMH WATSONEmeritus Professor

of Modern Irish,University College Dublin

LANGUAGE DIRECTORStiúrthóir Teanga

LIAM Ó CUINNEAGÁINSpecialist in Irish Language

Courses for Adults.

SIOBHÁN NÍ CHURRAIGHÍN

GEARÓIDÍN NIC GHONGAIL

FáilteA chara,

Le 35 bliain anuas tá Oideas Gael i dtúscadhnaíochta ag cur ar fáil cúrsaí Gaeilge aguslaetha saoire cultúrtha. Le linn an ama sin tána mílte ag tarraingt orainn ó gach cearnd’Éirinn agus ón iliomad tír ar fud an domhain.Is mór mo phléisiúr, mar sin, cuireadh athabhairt duit a bheith inár gcuideachta agustaitneamh a bhaint as seal ama linn nachndéanfaidh tú dearmad air.

I gceantar álainn dheisceart Dhún na nGallgheobhaidh tú deis ar leith páirt a ghlacadh,mar aon le daoine spéisiúla eile ag a bhfuil anaidhm chéanna, i sainghrúpa teagaisc faoichúram oide chun Gaeilge a fhoghlaim nó afheabhsú, sin nó dul ag siúl sna sléibhte, nó abheith páirteach i gceann dár gceardlanna, maratá sa bhróisiúr: ceol, amhránaíocht, damhsaíagus péintéireacht.

Cibé rogha a dhéanfaidh tú féadfaidh tú abheith cinnte go mbeidh sárlaetha saoire agatlinn. Cuir scéala chugamsa le haghaidhtuilleadh eolais – agus scaip féin an dea-scéala!

Le gach dea-ghuí,Liam Ó Cuinneagáin, Stiúrthóir

For 35 years, Oideas Gael has led the field inIrish language courses and cultural activityholidays. During this period, we have attractedthousands of participants from all over Irelandand throughout the world. I have great pleasure,in inviting you to join us for what will prove tobe an unforgettable experience.

In the beautiful setting of south Donegal youwill have a unique opportunity with otherinteresting and motivated people to learn orimprove your Irish in a tutorial group, or to gohill-walking, or participate in music, song,dance, painting or other workshops, as set outin this brochure. Whatever you choose, apleasant holiday is assured.

Contact me for further details – and do pass onthe word.

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Language CoursesCúrsaí GaeilgeCúrsaí seachtaine/Week-long

20-27 April ..............

1-8 June ...................

8-15 June .................

15-22 June................

22-29 June ...............

29 June-6 July..........

6-13 July ..................

13-20 July ................

20-27 July(Gleann Fhinne)............27 July-3 August(Gleann Fhinne)............

3-10 August.............

10-17 August ...........

17-24 August ...........

Deireadh seachtaine/Weekend

15-18 March ..............

3-6 May....................

25-28 October...........

NÓTA / Please noteArrival for weeklong courses is onSaturday evening & departureSaturday morningArrival for weekend courses is onFriday evening with departureMonday 1pm

Language & CultureSummer SchoolScoil Samhraidh idTeanga & Cultúr20-27 Iúil ..............

Saibhreas na Gaeilge(Oileán Thoraí)29 Meitheamh-5 Iúil

Cruinneas sa Ghaeilge6-13 Iúil ...................

3-10 Lúnasa.............

Ó Bhéarla go Gaeilge13-20 Iúil ................

Cultural Courses Cúrsaí CultúrthaSIÚL / Hillwalking

20-27 April .............

6-13 July ..................

13-20 July ................

27 July-3 August......

3-10 August.............

10-17 August ..........

17-24 August ...........

Deireadh seachtaine/Weekend

15-18 March.............

3-6 May ..................

AN TIMPEALLACHTExploring the Environment29 June-6 July .........

SEANDÁLAÍOCHTArchaeology27 July-3 August ....

FÍODÓIREACHT Tapestry Weaving29 June-6 July ........

PÉINTÉIREACHT Painting & Sketching

6-13 July .................

10-17 August ..........

GRIANGRAFADÓIREACHTDigital Photography3-6 May .................

BODHRÁN PLAYING

15-18 March.............

3-6 May ..................

AN CHLÁIRSEACHIrish Harp13-20 July ...............

FEADÓGFlute & Whistle Playing

13-20 July ...............

25-28 October ........

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