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0:00:03 > 0:00:05- Happy St David's Day!
0:00:05 > 0:00:09- Join me, Nigel Owens at Coleg Gwent - to celebrate St David's Day.
0:00:09 > 0:00:11- Welcome to Heno!
0:00:12 > 0:00:14- CHEERING
0:00:31 > 0:00:35- Good evening and welcome to Heno, - live from Llanelli.
0:00:35 > 0:00:38- Happy St David's Day to you!
0:00:38 > 0:00:43- Our programme is packed with the - day's celebrations around Wales.
0:00:43 > 0:00:46- From Cardiff to Neath - and from Wrexham to Gwent.
0:00:46 > 0:00:49- We're also in Carmarthen.
0:00:49 > 0:00:52- We hear more about them shortly.
0:00:53 > 0:00:58- Llanelli has celebrated all day - as Ysgol Dewi Sant has turned 70.
0:00:58 > 0:01:03- We're in Carmarthen at the launch of - Marie Curie's Great Daffodil Appeal.
0:01:03 > 0:01:08- You can win an array of Welsh items - in our St David's Day competition.
0:01:09 > 0:01:14- There's also photographs from - your St David's Day celebrations.
0:01:23 > 0:01:29- From South Africa to New Zealand - and from Tregaron.
0:01:29 > 0:01:31- Welcome to Heno.
0:01:31 > 0:01:39- We start in North Wales in the - village of Treuddyn near Wrexham...
0:01:39 > 0:01:43- ..and Elin - is amongst the celebrations.
0:01:44 > 0:01:48- People are celebrating the - length and breadth of Wales today.
0:01:49 > 0:01:56- I'm in Treuddyn near Mold - where they are celebrating in style.
0:01:57 > 0:02:04- We'll hear more shortly but first, - let's hear what happened in Wrexham.
0:02:06 > 0:02:10- The parade has started, Adam!
0:02:10 > 0:02:15- I'm excited and we've done this for - many years and it's getting better.
0:02:15 > 0:02:19- It's the biggest parade - in North Wales!
0:02:22 > 0:02:26- Wrexham has hosted a - St David's Day event for many years.
0:02:26 > 0:02:30- This is the third the Welsh Language - Initiative has organized it.
0:02:30 > 0:02:34- It's growing each year and there's - a great atmosphere in the town.
0:02:34 > 0:02:37- What's the best thing about today?
0:02:37 > 0:02:38- What's the best thing about today?- - The banners.
0:02:38 > 0:02:42- Is your teacher enjoying too?
0:02:42 > 0:02:46- It's a lot of fun as we celebrated - in school and come to the town.
0:02:46 > 0:02:49- There's schools, the North Wales - Crusaders...
0:02:49 > 0:02:53- ..the police, army - and council members.
0:02:54 > 0:02:56- Are you enjoying yourself, Nancy?
0:02:56 > 0:03:00- Yes, it's great to come out - with friends and have fun.
0:03:01 > 0:03:04- I'm carrying the banner - for Ysgol Morgan Llwyd.
0:03:04 > 0:03:06- What have you enjoyed most - about today?
0:03:06 > 0:03:11- It's great to be with friends and - chat about what's happening today.
0:03:11 > 0:03:15- We're having fun and the band is - excellent so that's it, really.
0:03:17 > 0:03:18- You've enjoyed yourself.
0:03:18 > 0:03:20- You've enjoyed yourself.- - Yes, I have.
0:03:20 > 0:03:25- It's so important as we close to the - border and influenced by England.
0:03:25 > 0:03:30- People are aware of their Welsh - identity and want to celebrate it.
0:03:33 > 0:03:37- The atmosphere in Wrexham today - was incredible...
0:03:37 > 0:03:42- ..and it's exactly the same - in the Treuddyn Village Hall.
0:03:42 > 0:03:46- The pupils of Ysgol Terrig - have had a memorable day.
0:03:46 > 0:03:51- Yes, we've been busy preparing - for the day.
0:03:51 > 0:03:54- We made banners with the artist, - Eleri Jones.
0:03:54 > 0:03:58- There was a procession through - the town led by the Cambria Band.
0:03:58 > 0:04:01- It's been a happy St David's Day.
0:04:02 > 0:04:04- What have you enjoyed about today, - Sara?
0:04:05 > 0:04:11- I enjoyed carrying the large banner - and doing the work for this day.
0:04:11 > 0:04:16- Rebecca's been busy organizing it - but why is this so important?
0:04:17 > 0:04:22- The Welsh language belongs to us all - so we wanted a community event.
0:04:23 > 0:04:33- It's great that hundreds of people - have turned out to enjoy themselves.
0:04:34 > 0:04:38- The Cambria Band - has been incredibly busy today.
0:04:39 > 0:04:43- Yes, we've been in Flint, - Wrexham and Treuddyn.
0:04:43 > 0:04:45- Is it a record for the band?
0:04:45 > 0:04:48- Is it a record for the band?- - Yes, it's amazing!
0:04:48 > 0:04:54- It's a great atmosphere and everyone - is enjoying St David's Day in style!
0:04:54 > 0:04:56- Thank you, Elin.
0:04:57 > 0:05:00- Thanks to the organizers - of the parade in Holyhead...
0:05:00 > 0:05:06- ..as they contacted us to say that - their first parade was a success.
0:05:06 > 0:05:11- The children were singing as locals - and visitors lined the streets.
0:05:11 > 0:05:16- It all climaxed with a concert - by the children in the town hall.
0:05:16 > 0:05:20- As well as the St David's Day - celebrations...
0:05:20 > 0:05:24- ..there was a lot of focus on - Ysgol Gymraeg Dewi Sant in Llanelli.
0:05:24 > 0:05:26- The primary school - is celebrating 70 years.
0:05:27 > 0:05:31- It was the first Welsh medium school - funded by the authority.
0:05:32 > 0:05:36- The pupils are as proud of the - school as they were 70 years ago!
0:05:36 > 0:05:40- # One, two, three
0:05:40 > 0:05:44- # Happy birthday to us #
0:05:45 > 0:05:47- APPLAUSE
0:05:49 > 0:05:54- The school is celebrating - its 70th birthday.
0:05:54 > 0:06:00- Today, we're showing pride in our - school and attempting to recreate...
0:06:00 > 0:06:04- ..the excitement that was - in the town 70 years ago.
0:06:04 > 0:06:09- We start the day with our assembly - and every child will perform.
0:06:09 > 0:06:12- It's a pleasure to return - to the school.
0:06:13 > 0:06:16- I spent 12 happy years - at the school...
0:06:16 > 0:06:20- ..working closely with the staff, - pupils, parents and governors.
0:06:20 > 0:06:26- We guaranteed the Welsh Language - had an vital role in the community.
0:06:26 > 0:06:31- This is a special milestone - in the history of the school.
0:06:31 > 0:06:35- When the school was established - 70 years ago...
0:06:35 > 0:06:39- ..there were only 34 pupils and - three teachers at Zion Chapel.
0:06:40 > 0:06:45- The school has grown with over 450 - pupils and 56 staff members.
0:06:53 > 0:06:58- I was eight when I started - at Ysgol Gymraeg Dewi Sant.
0:06:59 > 0:07:08- The first parents were praised - for sending children to the school.
0:07:08 > 0:07:13- In those days, they didn't know - if it would be successful.
0:07:14 > 0:07:18- I returned to the school as a - teacher and I have fond memories.
0:07:21 > 0:07:26- We're going to walk to Zion Chapel, - which is where the school started.
0:07:26 > 0:07:32- Today is a special day as a blue - plaque will be unveiled.
0:07:32 > 0:07:41- Two original and current pupils will - unveil the plaque.
0:07:41 > 0:07:46- My favourite part of the day - is seeing old teachers return.
0:07:46 > 0:07:49- We haven't seen them - for a long time.
0:07:49 > 0:07:54- My favourite moment was singing on - the way down to the chapel.
0:07:54 > 0:07:56- It has been a lot of fun.
0:07:57 > 0:08:02- In Dewi Sant, the parents attitude - towards the language and culture...
0:08:03 > 0:08:08- ..has always been healthy and - we don't worry about its future.
0:08:08 > 0:08:13- There call for this school continues - to be strong today.
0:08:14 > 0:08:19- It's important that we don't forget - the battle for the Welsh school.
0:08:20 > 0:08:25- If we didn't celebrate like this, - the children wouldn't know...
0:08:25 > 0:08:28- ..and all would be forgotten.
0:08:31 > 0:08:37- It was wonderful to return for the - celebrations and see the children.
0:08:37 > 0:08:43- The current children are the future - and will take the language ahead.
0:08:45 > 0:08:49- # A very happy birthday - to Ysgol Dewi Sant #
0:09:03 > 0:09:08- We look forward to hearing Ysgol - Dewi Sant perform for us later.
0:09:08 > 0:09:12- One of the highlights - of the summer...
0:09:12 > 0:09:16- ..was Wales' performance - in France in Euro 2016.
0:09:16 > 0:09:20- You can see what the team got up to - behind the scenes...
0:09:20 > 0:09:23- ..in the film, Don't Take Me Home.
0:09:23 > 0:09:27- There are special viewings - in cinemas today...
0:09:27 > 0:09:32- ..before the official release - on Friday in your local cinemas.
0:09:33 > 0:09:38- We also find out how Chris Coleman - and lads celebrated St David's Day.
0:09:38 > 0:09:44- It's competition time and you can - win a whole host of Welsh produce...
0:09:44 > 0:09:47- ..that is worth over 150!
0:09:47 > 0:09:52- There's a cushion, slate work and - Welsh foods including chocolate!
0:09:52 > 0:09:56- All you have to do - is answer this simple question:
0:09:56 > 0:09:59- What is traditionally eaten - on St David's Day?
0:09:59 > 0:10:05- 1) curry, 2) cawl or 3) couscous?
0:10:05 > 0:10:13- Call us with your answer - on 08443 35 12 44.
0:10:13 > 0:10:18- It's 5p a minute plus your telephone - company's network access charge.
0:10:18 > 0:10:22- All entrants must be 18 and over.
0:10:22 > 0:10:26- The phone lines close at 1.30pm - on Friday 3 March.
0:10:26 > 0:10:29- Don't call after the lines close - or you will still be charged.
0:10:30 > 0:10:33- For full terms and conditions, - email heno@tinopolis.com
0:10:33 > 0:10:35- Good luck to you all.
0:10:36 > 0:10:39- Don't move a muscle because there's - plenty to come after the break.
0:10:39 > 0:10:43- We have more of your - St David's Day photographs.
0:10:43 > 0:10:48- Marie Curie also launch - its annual Great Daffodil Appeal.
0:10:48 > 0:10:52- First, let's see some of your - St David's Day photographs.
0:10:52 > 0:10:56- We'll have more - at the end of the programme too.
0:10:56 > 0:11:02- # Some live in the countryside - and others live in the town
0:11:02 > 0:11:10- # And the common trait is that - we speak the language of Heaven
0:11:10 > 0:11:19- # We've got an array of sayings - that we love and can be funny
0:11:19 > 0:11:25- # But there's only one way to say, - "I love you!"
0:11:25 > 0:11:28- # They hear us across the county
0:11:28 > 0:11:32- # They hear us across the borders
0:11:33 > 0:11:37- # They hear us across the world
0:11:37 > 0:11:43- # Doing all the small things
0:11:43 > 0:11:49- # This is our time
0:11:49 > 0:11:57- # We take strength - from David's words
0:11:57 > 0:12:05- # From the Preselis - to Llanddwyn Island
0:12:05 > 0:12:08- # Everyone across Wales - unites in song #
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0:12:15 > 0:12:17- Subtitles
0:12:20 > 0:12:23- Welcome back to Heno - on St David's Day.
0:12:24 > 0:12:28- We've already seen celebrations in - Wrexham and Treuddyn in the north.
0:12:28 > 0:12:32- Next, we hear of processions that - start in Cardiff and end in Neath.
0:12:43 > 0:12:47- St David's Day has reached Cardiff - with lots of flags and daffodils.
0:12:48 > 0:12:50- Look who's joined me.
0:12:50 > 0:12:52- Look who's joined me.- - I'm St David!
0:12:58 > 0:13:04- This is our opportunity to gather - to celebrate our patron saint.
0:13:05 > 0:13:09- This isn't just for Welsh speakers - but for everyone.
0:13:09 > 0:13:12- Why did you want to take part - in this event?
0:13:12 > 0:13:16- We're Welsh to the core - and it's St David's Day!
0:13:16 > 0:13:22- It's dry and great to see so many - people and school children here.
0:13:22 > 0:13:28- It's great that our capital - is basking in being Welsh.
0:13:31 > 0:13:36- Hundreds are out to support - including Chris Coleman...
0:13:37 > 0:13:40- ..and everyone loves that!
0:13:40 > 0:13:46- It's a lovely atmosphere when we - sing the emotional National Anthem.
0:13:47 > 0:13:51- We have a great time - and the people are magnificent.
0:13:51 > 0:13:55- We're celebrating Wales - and are delighted to be here.
0:13:55 > 0:13:59- It was cool to go around - with everyone and it was fun.
0:13:59 > 0:14:02- Cardiff has celebrated - St David's Day in a great way.
0:14:02 > 0:14:05- CHEERING
0:14:05 > 0:14:07- Happy St David's Day!
0:14:07 > 0:14:11- Happy St David's Day!
0:14:11 > 0:14:16- It was a successful day for Cardiff - and it's just starting to rain.
0:14:17 > 0:14:21- I understand Alun is at an event - in Crosskeys in Gwent.
0:14:22 > 0:14:26- Yes, Daf I'm at Coleg Gwent - to celebrate St David's Day.
0:14:26 > 0:14:32- Arwel has organized all this - but what's going on here?
0:14:32 > 0:14:37- We've had a fun-filled - St David's Day.
0:14:37 > 0:14:42- The aim was to raise the profile of - the Welsh language at Coleg Gwent.
0:14:42 > 0:14:48- The number of Welsh speakers is - growing and so is our provision...
0:14:48 > 0:14:51- ..so it's a very exciting time.
0:14:51 > 0:14:54- Tom has a special role - in the college.
0:14:54 > 0:14:58- Yes, I'm one of the Welsh buddies - in the college.
0:14:58 > 0:15:05- In my role, I try to help people - use the language in the college.
0:15:05 > 0:15:08- Tomos has taken advantage of this - and has learnt Welsh.
0:15:09 > 0:15:11- Why did you learn Welsh?
0:15:11 > 0:15:16- It's important for me to speak - the language of my country...
0:15:16 > 0:15:19- ..and there's a lot of advantages - to doing that.
0:15:19 > 0:15:23- What is the World's Best Referee, - Nigel Owens, doing here?
0:15:24 > 0:15:30- I wanted to show my support as - a lot of people are learning Welsh.
0:15:30 > 0:15:35- It's important to thank them - for learning the language.
0:15:35 > 0:15:40- I want to encourage people to use - the language outside the classroom.
0:15:40 > 0:15:49- These people should be applauded - and it's important to support them.
0:15:49 > 0:15:53- Happy St David's Day to you all.
0:15:53 > 0:15:57- Thanks for joining me but how have - they been celebrating in Neath?
0:16:02 > 0:16:04- CHEERING
0:16:07 > 0:16:15- We've got a procession around the - town with about 300 to 400 children.
0:16:15 > 0:16:20- We want to make a difference - with our Welsh Language Initiative.
0:16:20 > 0:16:30- The schools are very supportive - so we hope it all runs smoothly.
0:16:43 > 0:16:50- I enjoy representing Wales - and singing with friends.
0:16:53 > 0:16:57- The school was dancing and singing.
0:16:57 > 0:17:05- I enjoyed the singing, celebrations - and when people came out to see us.
0:17:06 > 0:17:08- I've enjoyed it all.
0:17:08 > 0:17:13- I'm proud to be Welsh and - we need to keep the language alive.
0:17:21 > 0:17:27- We leave Cardiff and Gwent as people - have celebrated all over the world.
0:17:27 > 0:17:31- We were delighted to receive a video - from Wisconsin in America...
0:17:31 > 0:17:37- ..by Robert Humphries from Wales and - he had some exciting news for us.
0:17:42 > 0:17:44- Good evening.
0:17:44 > 0:17:47- My name is Robert Humphries - and I'm originally from Wales...
0:17:48 > 0:17:52- ..but I now live in the - State of Wisconsin in America.
0:17:52 > 0:17:57- I'm here tell you about a new short - documentary film that I wrote...
0:17:57 > 0:18:02- ..People of the Prairie: - The Welsh in Nebraska.
0:18:03 > 0:18:08- The film discusses the history and - the experiences of the Welsh...
0:18:08 > 0:18:13- ..who came to live in Nebraska - during the 19th Century.
0:18:13 > 0:18:21- The film was produced by the Great - Plains Welsh Heritage Project...
0:18:22 > 0:18:30- ..for the 150th birthday - celebrations of the state.
0:18:30 > 0:18:36- The film uses a lot - of historical images...
0:18:37 > 0:18:44- ..and has interviews with many - Americans from Welsh lineage.
0:18:44 > 0:18:50- The film is available - to view online.
0:18:50 > 0:18:55- If you would like to see it, - go to www.welshheritageproject.org
0:18:56 > 0:18:59- This is their story - and it's part of yours too.
0:19:07 > 0:19:10- Carmarthen was a sea of daffodils - this morning...
0:19:10 > 0:19:15- ..as Marie Curie launched - its annual Great Daffodil Appeal.
0:19:15 > 0:19:18- There was also the opening - of the Garden of Light...
0:19:19 > 0:19:22- ..with flowers to represent - the Marie Curie nurses of Wales.
0:19:22 > 0:19:26- We have a light card.
0:19:26 > 0:19:31- There's 130 daffodils to represent - each Marie Curie nurse in Wales...
0:19:31 > 0:19:36- ..who care for patients with a - terminal illness and their families.
0:19:36 > 0:19:40- It's busier than - I thought it was going to be.
0:19:41 > 0:19:46- It was fantastic to see the children - performing with Mark Llewelyn Evans.
0:19:46 > 0:19:51- We're grateful to him for joining us - at this celebration.
0:19:51 > 0:19:55- People enjoy the celebrations.
0:19:55 > 0:20:00- It's a new phenomenon for the Welsh - to have these parades.
0:20:00 > 0:20:04- Everyone is happy - and there's free cawl in the market.
0:20:04 > 0:20:09- There's a hundred and one things - for people to enjoy.
0:20:09 > 0:20:14- It's important that people keep - these St David's Day celebrations.
0:20:14 > 0:20:18- This is something visual in the town - for parents and visitors.
0:20:19 > 0:20:22- Everyone is enjoying - the celebrations.
0:20:22 > 0:20:26- It's important to be here - as we're an English medium school.
0:20:26 > 0:20:30- We teach Welsh as a second language.
0:20:30 > 0:20:34- It's important for the children - to enjoy this Welsh atmosphere.
0:20:34 > 0:20:38- They get to join in the celebrations - with Welsh medium schools.
0:20:38 > 0:20:43- It's time for some music and I think - of a better choir for us today...
0:20:43 > 0:20:46- ..than the choir of Ysgol Dewi Sant - in Llanelli.
0:20:46 > 0:20:50- The school has had a busy day with - its 70th anniversary celebrations.
0:20:51 > 0:20:54- Let's hear the pupils with - a special song about the school.
0:21:00 > 0:21:05- # Every voice is singing today
0:21:05 > 0:21:09- # Singing to celebrate a good time
0:21:09 > 0:21:15- # Of many years at Ysgol Dewi Sant
0:21:15 > 0:21:20- # Oh, come and sing - and come and dance
0:21:20 > 0:21:23- # And join the children
0:21:23 > 0:21:28- # A very happy birthday - to Ysgol Dewi Sant
0:21:29 > 0:21:33- # On that very first day
0:21:33 > 0:21:37- # A handful of the town's children
0:21:37 > 0:21:42- # To be educated - in their mother tongue
0:21:43 > 0:21:45- # And bring excitement
0:21:46 > 0:21:52- # Today come and see - 400 children of the world
0:21:52 > 0:21:56- # Come now - and you'll get a warm welcome
0:21:56 > 0:22:00- # And continue to hear the language
0:22:00 > 0:22:04- # Every voice is singing today
0:22:04 > 0:22:08- # Singing to celebrate a good time
0:22:08 > 0:22:14- # Of many years at Ysgol Dewi Sant
0:22:14 > 0:22:18- # Oh, come and sing - and come and dance
0:22:18 > 0:22:22- # And join the children
0:22:23 > 0:22:28- # A very happy birthday - to Ysgol Dewi Sant
0:22:29 > 0:22:32- # Every voice is singing today
0:22:33 > 0:22:36- # Singing to celebrate a good time
0:22:36 > 0:22:42- # Of many years at Ysgol Dewi Sant
0:22:42 > 0:22:46- # Oh, come and sing - and come and dance
0:22:46 > 0:22:49- # And join the children
0:22:50 > 0:22:56- # A very happy birthday - to Ysgol Dewi Sant
0:22:56 > 0:23:04- # A very happy birthday - to Ysgol Dewi Sant #
0:23:08 > 0:23:11- That was wonderful.
0:23:11 > 0:23:16- Many thanks to the pupils - of Ysgol Dewi Sant, Llanelli.
0:23:16 > 0:23:20- You can win a hamper of Welsh goods - and here's the question again.
0:23:21 > 0:23:25- What is traditionally eaten - on St David's Day?
0:23:25 > 0:23:29- 1) curry, 2) cawl, or 3) couscous?
0:23:29 > 0:23:35- To enter, call 08443 35 12 44.
0:23:35 > 0:23:38- That's it from us but Prynhawn Da - will be back tomorrow at 2.00pm.
0:23:39 > 0:23:42- Heno celebrates World Book Day - tomorrow night.
0:23:43 > 0:23:47- Thanks to everyone who has sent us - their St David's Day photographs.
0:23:47 > 0:23:51- We'll have more photographs tomorrow - if you don't see yours tonight.
0:23:51 > 0:23:55- Enjoy your St David's Day - and a very goodnight to you all.
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