Tralee Chamber Alliance, in partnership with Cara Credit Union, is excited to introduce ”Ag Siopadóireacht le Gaelainn’’ (Shop with Irish), a cornerstone initiative of the Seachtain na Gaeilge celebrations.
As a town that embraces its status as an Irish Service Town, we believe it’s vital to instil the love and use of Irish from a young age. At the core of ”Ag Siopadóireacht le Gaelainn’’ lies a vision to embed the Irish language into the daily lives of Tralee’s youth. This initiative is a call to our younger generation to embrace their heritage, to weave the Irish language into their everyday interactions, especially when they engage with participating local shops and businesses. This initiative is not just about language; it’s about identity, heritage, and the future of Irish culture in our town.
What is it and how does it work?
”Ag Siopadóireacht le Gaelainn’’ encourages primary-aged students in Tralee to converse in Irish – ‘as Gaeilge’.Each word spoken in Irish, from a simple ‘Dia dhuit!’ to a full conversation, is a step towards revitalising our linguistic heritage. In recognition of their efforts, students will be awarded stickers of participation – symbols of honour for their contribution to keeping Irish alive in our town.
These stickers are more than just mementos – they can be collected towards a homework pass! Schools can decide how many stickers the students must collect to be rewarded with the pass. For example, if a class collects 50 stickers, they get a homework pass. Schools can be as creative as they want in rewarding the students for their efforts and enthusiasm in using the Irish language.
Through ”Ag Siopadóireacht le Gaelainn”, we invite the entire community of Tralee to join us in this enriching journey. Let us come together to speak, celebrate, and live the Irish language, reinforcing Tralee’s proud status as an Irish Service Town and ensuring that our cultural tapestry remains vibrant for generations to come.
Participating Businesses (look out for the posters!):
- Garvey’s Super Valu
- CH Chemist
- Cara Credit Union
- Hugh Culloty’s
- Weardrobe
- Walsh Brothers Shoes
- Nolan/Hilsers Jewellers
- Horgan’s Centra Ardfert
- Mac Domhnaill Dental
Photo By : Domnick Walsh © Eye Focus LTD .
Pictured : Pa Laide Cara Credit Union and Sandra Rusk President Tralee Chamber Alliance pictured in the new state of the Art Cara Credit Union Tralee .