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Yesterday, we put up our traditional maypole! Maypoles have a long history in Britain, dating back to at least the medieval period, although their origins likely stretch further into pre-Christian times. Traditionally erected on 1st May to celebrate the arrival of spring, these tall wooden poles were decorated with flowers, ribbons, and greenery. The Maypole dance, where people weave ribbons around the pole in a circular motion, symbolises the unity of nature’s renewal and the fertility of the l

The European folk tradition of dancing around the maypole on the first of May is highlighted in George Sand’s story, 'Fanchon the Cricket'—available now to stream on Apple & Amazon https://linktr.ee/marypickfordfoundation #ModernizingTheSilents score by Julian Ducatenzeiler of Mystic Braves (lolipop records) & Andy Gladbach. | Mary Pickford