To avoid conflicts with weekend activities, the Malad Valley Welsh Society celebrated St. David’s Day one day early on Thursday, February 29. Members of the Society gathered at the Oneida County Library to talk about St. David, the patron saint
of Wales. 

After a short quiz to test knowledge of St. David and his life (nobody passed the quiz), a video was shown to remind everyone of the beauties of Wales, including green landscapes, seashores, castles, and cathedrals. Provided by “Roots in Wales,” an organization in Wales reaching out to the Welsh diaspora (those with Welsh roots who have left their native country), the drone video concentrated on areas of Wales important to St. David, including his namesake cathedral. 

While eating treats, Society members learned from Luke Waldron about a new event this spring at the Malad Valley Heritage Square to celebrate Welsh pioneers. Society members and guests then reviewed the program for the Malad Valley Welsh Festival, which will be June 28-30 this year.