Folklife Today

The Origin of All Folklore Everywhere


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With the help of AFC staff, John Fenn and Stephen Winick will finally get to the bottom of the pesky question: what is the origin of folklore? They will also explore the infamous holiday of April Fools' Day. You'll learn about the history of April Fools' day along with the legends that accompany it. John, Stephen, and AFC staff will talk about the different tricks and pranks associated with the Fools' day, specifically the pranks that students played on their teachers in the early 20th century. You'll also learn about the intricate April Fools' pranks AFC staff play on each other at the Library, and hear a traditional Irish ballad associated with April Fools' Day.
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