St. Blaise Day honours Saint Blaise, a Christian bishop and martyr traditionally associated with protection from throat illnesses. Many churches observe the day with the Blessing of the Throats, prayers for health and special worship services. The observance reflects themes of faith, healing, wellbeing and Christian tradition.

Event Suggestions:
• Learning about the life of Saint Blaise and the traditions associated with the feast day through respectful storytelling
• Creating crafts inspired by the symbols and customs of St. Blaise Day
• Exploring the significance of the Blessing of the Throats and other Christian traditions through guided discussion