Does Anyone Ceili in Selma NC?

Okay, if you have to ask what Ceili is...no, just kidding. If you don't know, Ceili (pronounced kaylee) is a form of Irish dance quite similar in form to square dancing. In fact, I would not be surprised to find that square dancing came directly from Irish immigrants.

I grew up in New Jersey, and was part of the thriving Irish culture there. There were (and still are) several different Irish clubs, dancing schools, and festivals. I know there is one down here in Cary, NC once a year, but when I was growing up (70's and 80's) we could go to some kind of Irish festival almost every weekend of the summer, and that was not including all the dances on Friday and Saturday nights. They were loads of fun. It was a very rich experience, and one I would love to share with my children.

Ceili is fun, and anyone can do it. Its not just for the Irish. Its a great way to get together and socialize, and have a small workout. Its not Jazzersize, but there is some motion going on. It is a dance, after all.

So, anyone in Johnston County, NC (especially the Clayton, Smithfield, Selma area) lets try to set up a Ceili. We can even call it a square dance if it sounds better. I just think it could be a lot of fun, I always looked forward to it as a kid, as did my friends; and I know most of the adults felt the same way. Leave a comment and lets put together a Southern Ceili.

J