Category: Resources
Thomas McCarthy – Traveller Story and Song
Thomas McCarthy spent his childhood travelling and living in Ireland and England and learnt his songs and stories from his family. He is internationally recognised for his wonderful authentic style of singing.
Thomas’ stories and songs are recommended particularly for children between the ages of 7-12. (Key Stage 2 and year 7) His sessions are approximately 1 hour with groups of up to and around 30 children.
“Thomas builds a real rapport with groups. He doesn’t just sing and tell stories. He engages children in discussion and understanding around Traveller culture.” Eileen Mullervy, Lead Teacher, Lancashire Ethnic Minority/Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Achievement Service.
For further information or booking: email Nicky Snell at nickysnell@yahoo.co.uk or ring/leave a message on 01524 389574 or 07508389428
Gypsy VC recognised
There was a Black History Month event in Sanctuary Buildings this month which will be opened by the Secretary of State and the Permanent Secretary and at which homage will be paid to Gypsy John (Jack) Cunningham who won the VC in WW1.
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I thought that the article below might be of interest in Black History Month. It is about Rab Howell.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-south-yorkshire-27490919
I came across it after reading about the unveiling yesterday of a statue of Arthur Wharton, the world’s first Black professional footballer at the National Football Museum.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/29532529
Margaret