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watercolour graphic of a group of people. The image is cropped so only the lower torsos and upper legs show

Come speak Scottish Gaelic with a friendly group of learners! We meet on Zoom for an hour on Wednesdays at 3pm Pacific (6pm Eastern, 7pm Atlantic). Gaelic conversation is a great way to practice and improve your speaking and listening skills. 

Join us on:

March 11, 18, 25
April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

To receive the link, register on the Google form here:  https://forms.gle/uHeYpuJzj2vgdX1b6

All levels of Gaelic are welcome.

‘S fheàrr Gàidhlig bhriste na Gàidhlig anns a’ chiste – Better broken Gaelic than none at all!

Le gach deagh dhùrachd,
Ceana

There is no cost to attend the conversation circle, but folks in Canada can leave a tip or buy me a coffee via e-transfer to hello@moregaelic.com. Folks everywhere else can send me a treat me via PayPal using this link. Tapadh leibh!

Spring is coming and that means it’s almost Valentine’s Day! The world being what it is right now, we could probably all use a little more love.

I remember when I was in elementary school we used to pass out cards in class and sometimes we’d make crafts in red, white, and pink to celebrate the season of love. I might remember something made with red construction paper and a white paper doily? 

Although I lived in a multi-lingual area, valentines were usually store bought and they were always English. I’m certain there were no Scottish Gaelic ones available where I lived back then – I don’t even remember seeing French ones. Today we change that! If you’re a Gaelic speaker or learner, these Gaelic Valentine cards are just what’s needed.

a sheet of uncut valentine cards coming out of the printer

It’s no matter whether you say “Là nam Pòg” (Kissing Day), or Là Naomh Bhaileintin (Saint Valentine’s Day), or Là Fhéille Vailintin (The day of the festival of Valentine). Sending cards to friends is a simple way to keep the tradition alive. 

This sheet of nine unique cards is ready to print on 8.5″ x 11″ sheet of paper or cardstock. I used cardstock for my own – I fed it into the top of my printer, one sheet at a time. To cut the cards out, a paper cutter makes the job go quickly, but scissors will also work. If you are using A4 paper, use the scale-to-fit setting on your printer.

a valentine card that says Tha gaol agam ort on a red and white stripe background with a simple castle drawing beneath the text

Once you’ve printed and cut out your valentines, sign your name on the back and give them to your friends!

a valentine card that says Thoir pòg dhomh and shows dripping blood at the top and a bunch of black bats flying

Download a PDF of the full sheet of nine cards here: Valentines-2026_9-cards-on-1-sheet_moreGaelic.pdf

Vocabulary for Gaelic Valentine Cards

Brèagha: Pretty

Bòidheach: Beautiful

Gaol: Love

Cridhe: Heart

Thoir pòg dhomh: Give me a kiss

‘S toigh leam fhìn buntàta ‘s ìm: I myself like potatoes and butter

Tha gaol agam ort: I love you

Mo ghaol ort: I love you

Hé mo leannan: Hey my darling/sweetheart

Tha mi tinn leis a’ ghaol: I’m sick with love

Ho ro ‘s toil leam fhìn thu: Ho ro I do love you

 

 

 

The text Simple Journalling for Gaelic Learners is written on a piece of yellow grid wasahi tape. In the background is an open journal on a green striped floral art paper

Keeping a diary, planner, or bullet journal is a creative way to practice your language skills wherever you are in your Gaelic learning journey. In this beginner-friendly online workshop, you’ll learn how to set up a basic journal while building useful vocabulary like:

  • days of the week and their abbreviations
  • months of the year
  • counting to 31
  • using ordinal numbers (1st, 2nd, 3rd, etc.)
  • practical starter phrases

This online session is designed to be relaxed and accessible, with no prior experience needed. You’ll need a piece of paper handy, something to write with, and a pair of scissors.

All levels of Gaelic are welcome, including complete beginners. English will be used during the workshop.

All participants will receive access to downloadable reference sheets to use after the workshop to help you build your Gaelic journal habit.

Saturday 20 September, 2025

2-4pm Atlantic (11am-1pm Pacific)

$20 CAD / $15 USD

All levels Gaelic welcome.

The session will be facilitated in English. Participants will learn many ways to include Gaelic in their daily journals, planners, and calendars.

Email hello@moregaelic.com to register and be sure to check out other upcoming events!