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January 2012 |
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| 4 |
Meeting, History of Scottish swords and their use in battle, Presenter: John Miles
Social at 7:00PM / Meeting at 7:30PM
Please remember to bring non-perishable food for the church food pantry!!! |
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| 21 |
28th Annual Burns Nicht Supper, Virginia Beach, VA
hosted by the St. Andrews Society of Tidewater
Celebrating the 253rd anniversary of the birth of
Scotland’s Immortal ROBERT BURNS
Princess Anne Country Club, 3800 Pacific Avenue, Virginia Beach
Social at 5:30PM, Supper at 6:30PM
Cost $50 per person
(Reservations Only) Seating Limited
Reservations must be received no later than Monday, January 16, 2012
Click the following link to view the reservation form:
Reservation Form
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| 25 |
Burns Night - recognition of the birth of Scotland's national poet Robert Burns (1759-1796) |
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February 2012 |
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| 1 |
Meeting, Presentation of the History Channel Video, "Battle of the Clans"
From the origins of the tartans to the bitter subjugation of just 250 years ago, this is the history of the Scottish clansmen.
Social at 7:00PM / Meeting at 7:30PM
Please remember to bring non-perishable food for the church food pantry!!! |
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| 17-19 |
20th Annual Mid-Winter Scottish & Irish Festival, King of Prussia, PA
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March 2012 |
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| 7 |
Meeting, "Scotland Rising"…More than just a slogan, Presenter: Bruce family
Social at 7:00PM / Meeting at 7:30PM
Please remember to bring non-perishable food for the church food pantry!!! |
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| 10 |
Finnegan's Wake, Virginia Beach, VA
presented by: The Tidewater Irish American Society
starting at 6:30pm at the Church of the Ascension on Princess Anne Road near the intersection of Baxter Road.
Tickets will absolutely NOT be available at the door this year. Tickets will go on sale starting January 06th.
Instead of the "chow line" for food as in past years, there will be assigned tables and dinner will be brought to the table.
A delicious corned beef and cabbage, Irish stew, or Macaroni & Cheese dinner will be served. Members bring homemade Irish Soda Bread and desserts. Of course, the requisite pints are available for a small donation as well.
There will be singing, performances by Glasgow Kiss, An Cor Rud/the Reel Thing, and of course, the crowning of our beloved ambassador, the T.I.A.S. Adult Princess 2012!
For more information contact Mike Bromley.
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| 17 |
45th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade, Ocean View, Norfolk, VA
We're once again marching in the parade.
Prior to the parade there will be a Nessie touch-up day on Saturday, March 5th starting at the church.
Join us in helping Nessie shake off her the winter blues and look her finest for the parade.
Assembly time is 9:00am with the parade kick-off time at 10:00am.
Our assigned form up area is Section 1, Position 40, somewhere in the vicinity of the corner of Granby Street and East Evens Street on the south end of Northside Middle School.
Parking is available at the terminus of the parade route with shuttle buses running from Ocean View Elementary School, at Government Ave. and Mason Creek Rd., to the Parade area between 8:00 and 9:45AM. Parade marshalls will be available to assist you, just look for the green jackets.
Don't forget to bring individually wrapped candy for distribution to our many young spectators. Let's put a smile on their faces. It often takes about 50 pounds to cover the whole parade route.
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| 17 |
St. Baldrick's Kid's Cancer fundraiser, Norfolk, VA
In honor of our Scottish Ambassador, Jose
The mission of the St. Baldrick's Foundation is to raise awareness and funds to conquer Kids' Cancer by shaving heads on St. Baldrick's Day.
Javier (Jose's dad) has created a Team to participate in the Norfolk event. The name of the Team is: Yes Way, Jose!
Activities will take place at the Westin Hotel in Virginia Beach town center from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm.
Our own Scott MacGregor will be there to be shaved after the St. Patrick's Parade. Show your support of Scott's efforts by visiting the St. Baldrick's website at http://www.stbaldricks.org/participants/mypage/512969/2012 to make your donation.
Click here to display and print the donation form that can be completed and mailed in with your donation.
Here's a link to see how Team "Yes Way, Jose" is doing
http://www.stbaldricks.org/teams/mypage/74576/2012
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| 17 |
Raliegh St. Patrick's Day Parade & Festival, Raleigh, NC
Festival held at Moore Square in downtown Raleigh located at the end of the parade route (Between Hargett Street and Martin Street off Blount Street).
Parade will step off at 12:00 (noon)
For more information email: Frank or Meg
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| 24-25 |
Church Hill Irish Festival, Richmond, VA
presented by: The Irish American Community Council
St. Patrick's Church on 25th & E. Broad St.
Parade will step off at 10:00am
Blue jeans are not allowed for marchers.
No motorized vehicles, bicycles (of any kind), skates, skateboards, scooters, animals, Alcoholic Beverages,
firearms, fireworks, or firecrackers are allowed.
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April 2012 |
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There's no meeting this month in lieu of Tartan Day celebration
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| 6 |
Tartan Day - Observed in the United States as a day of national recognition of the many contributions made by Americans of Scottish descent. |
| 14 |
Tartan Day Ceilidh, Virginia Beach, VA
Hosted by the Scottish Society of Tidewater
At the Church of the Ascension, 4853 Princess Anne Rd (near intersection with Baxter Road)
6:30pm - 11:00pm (sorry, no early admittance)
- Scottish menu featuring haggis, neeps & tatties, shepherd's pie, meat & chicken pies, curried chicken and rice, plus much more....
- There will be Scottish Ceilidh dancing (no experience necessary) with LIVE music.
- Cash bar with very reasonably priced imported British/Irish beer selection.
- Also lots of door prizes, games, and special presentations!
- Attire: Tartan Dress (Kilt or American Wear)
- Tickets are $20 per person, $15 for active duty military, children 12 and under $12. Advance tickets only! Orders may be placed by email. Tickets will also be available at the society meetings.
For more information e-mail John.
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| 14 |
Lexington Scots/Irish Heritage Festival, Lexington, VA
To be held on the grounds of the Maury River Middle School in Lexington. All proceeds from the event will benefit Lexington Lions Club projects.
For more information contact John Morman.
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| 21-22 |
Loch Norman Highland Games, Huntersville, NC
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| 28 |
33rd Annual Celtic Festival & Highland Gathering of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick, MD
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| 27-29 |
Virginia International TATTOO at Scope, Norfolk, VA
The Scottish Society will again be attending this year's performance of the show on Saturday the 30th for the 7:30PM performance as a group and is once again is extending the group discount price to our members for the Tattoo. The society is purchasing Tier 2 tickets and has a block of 30 seats set aside in the same section as last year.
The cost is $29.75 per ticket for members.
To purchase your tickets, send your request, via e-mail, to
George. Tickets can also be purchased
at the society meetings.
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| 27-28 |
Triad Highland Games, Greensboro, NC
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May 2012 |
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Event |
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| 2 |
Meeting, There is no schedule program in lieu of the elections.
As always, elections are being held for the four officer positions (president, vice-president, secretary, treasurer), and there are three board positions open. If you would like to nominate someone, or volunteer to run yourself, please contact George.
Social at 7:00PM / Meeting at 7:30PM
Please remember to bring non-perishable food for the church food pantry!!! |
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Kirkin' o' th' Tartan at Historic Christ Church, Irvington, VA
A relaxing family outing and Scottish comradery during Virginia's beautiful Spring in the serene
and timeless beauty of Virginia's Northern Neck.
Visit the website for Christ Church
to learn more about this exceptional historical landmark.
Schedule:
- 11:30am -- Welcome Coffee and Pastries hosted by the Foundation for Historic
Christ Church (Bayne Center located on the grounds of Christ Church).
- 12:00pm -- Assembly of all who are presenting their tartans. The color guard
made up of members from the Tidewater/Williamsburg Scottish organizations and the Kilmarnock and
District Pipe Band will assemble at this time. All other persons, families, and friends may enter
the church at their leisure during this period.
- 12:30pm -- Church service and the Kirkin-o'-the-Tartan. Episcopal Church in Kilmarnock
and Rector of Historic Christ Church in Irvington, will officiate. Special music during the service will
be provided by the Kilmarnock and District Pipe Band.
- 1:30pm -- Following the service, the Kilmarnock and District Pipe Band will
present a gala band recital at the Church main gate. All members, their families, and everyone
attending the church service are encouraged to participate.
Dress:
Members are asked to wear Scottish daywear, trews, or normal Sunday wear. Ladies are invited to wear Scottish
dress or a "touch of the tartan." Let's make this a colorful and festive event.
Directions:
- From Norfolk/Virginia Beach, take Rte 17 N to Saluda. Turn right at the light in Saluda onto
Rte 33 an to continue on 33. After ca. 5 miles, at Harmony Grove Baptist Church (which will be on your right),
take a left onto Rte 3. Once you cross the Rappahannock river, you will come into White Stone For Christ Church,
continue straight through the light until you come to the first left, Rte 646, which will take you to the church.
- From Richmond, take Interstate 64 East to the West Point exit (#220), and follow Rte 33 to Saluda.
Turn right at the light in Saluda and continue on Rte 33. After ca. 5 miles, at Harmony Grove Baptist Church (which will
be on your right), take a left onto Rte 3. Once you cross the Rappahannock river, you will come into White Stone. For
Christ Church, continue straight through the light until you come to the first left, Rte 646, which will take you to
the church.
- From Williamsburg, take Rte 60 N to Rte 33. Follow Rte 33 through West Point to Saluda. Turn right at
the light in Saluda and continue on Rte 33. After ca. 5 miles, at Harmony Grove Baptist Church (which will be on your
right), take a left onto Rte 3. Once you cross the Rappahannock river, you will come into White Stone. For Christ Church,
continue straight through the light until you come to the first left, Rte 646, which will take you to the church.
For more information contact Jamie
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| 12 |
Frederick Celtic Festival, Frederick, MD
These Games have been cancelled for 2012.
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| 19 |
Fair Hill Scottish Games, Fair Hill, MD
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| 26-27 |
Greenville Scottish Games, Greenville, SC
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June 2012 |
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| 2 |
McHenry Highland Festival, McHenry, MD
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| 6 |
Meeting, Speaker: Kathryn Peterson-Lambert, Topic: Native North American Plants: Their historical and medicinal use in Scottish culture
Social at 7:00PM / Meeting at 7:30PM
Please remember to bring non-perishable food for the church food pantry!!! |
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| 16 |
Front Royal Celtic Festival, Front Royal, VA
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July 2012 |
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Event |
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| 4 |
Meeting, TBD
Starting at 7:00PM
Please remember to bring non-perishable food for the church food pantry!!!
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| 13-15 |
56th Grandfather Mountain Highland Games, Linville, NC
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August 2012 |
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Event |
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| 3 |
Meeting, No meeting in lieu of William Wallace Commemoration
Starting at 6:00PM and going to 9:00PM
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September 2012 |
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Event |
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There's no meeting this month in lieu of the
society picnic .
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| 1-2 |
Virginia Scottish Games, The Plains, VA
at the Great Meadow Park.
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October 2012 |
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| Date |
Event |
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| 3 |
Meeting, Speaker: TBD, Topic: TBD
Social at 7:00PM / Meeting at 7:30PM
Please remember to bring non-perishable food for the church food pantry!!! |
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| 6 |
Virginia Celtic Gathering and Highland Games, Lanexa, VA
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| 6 |
Radford Highland Festival, Radford, VA
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| 6 |
Chesapeake Celtic Festival, Furnace Town, MD
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| 19 |
Yorktown Victory March, Yorktown, VA
This all day event and short parade commemorates our victory over the British in the American Revolutionary War.
More Info: Al
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| 27-28 |
Meadow Highland Games & Celtic Festival, Doswell, VA
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November 2012 |
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Event |
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| 7 |
Meeting, Speaker: TBD, Topic: TBD
Social at 7:00PM / Meeting at 7:30PM
Please remember to bring non-perishable food for the church food pantry!!! |
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| 11 |
Kirkin of the Tartan, Norfolk, VA
Knox Presbyterian Church
427 West 37th Street (Corner of 37th Street & Colonial Avenue) 23508-3209
Times: 10:40 A.M. Line-up; 11:00 A.M. Worship Service; 12:15 P.M. Reception
The reception to follow in the Fellowship Hall. Finger foods will be served.
Several pipers will be performing.
Eleanor Unger will provide Highland dancers and music for entertainment. She will also provide tartan fabric for the tables and flags for display.
For more infomation e-mail: Nancy
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| 30 |
St. Andrew's Day - Scotland's patron saint |
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December 2012 |
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Event |
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| 5 |
Annual Christmas Ceilidh & Silent Auction
Bring your favorite holiday finger foods and eat, fellowship and make merry!!
Your donated items for the auction can be Scottish or Holiday in nature.
Singers, Musicians, & Dancers: work on your party pieces!
Social at 7:00PM / Meeting at 7:30PM
Please remember to bring non-perishable food for the church food pantry!!! |
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42nd Annual Scottish Christmas Walk, Alexandria, VA
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| 31 |
15th Annual Olde Towne Scottish Walk, Downtown Portsmouth, VA
CELEBRATE “HOGMANAY” A parade in which everyone participates. Taste Single Malt Scotch.
Hear tales of colonial history.
HONOR Our Nautical and Military History. Thank our merchants for service in the Holiday
Season, and Wish all good luck For Auld Lang Syne.
3:30 PM Gathering Corner of Queen and Washington Streets.
4:30 PM Step off Behind the St. Paul’s Catholic and Monumental United Methodist Churches.
5:30 PM Pipe Music Barons Pub, Bier Garten
All events Free!! Parking Free!!
All are welcome to participate in the walk!!!
Handicapped are invited to ride in LandRovers (first come, first serve).
Special participants this year are: the Boy and Girl Scouts of America, ancient weaponry, story tellers,
re-enactors, LandRovers, church groups, Whiskey Tasting Society “Uiseage beath”,
Newport News Police Pipes, Drums, and Dancers Corps, and Tidewater Pipes and Drums.
After the Walk . . .
Scottish Dance theater of Virginia will be at Roger Browns. Carol Thoms Downing's Fiddle group will be at Montgomery grill. Tom Crouch is speaking with Paddy's about playing. we will be at Baron's Pub. There is a lighted boat parade at 8 PM - weather permitting judging will be
at the marinas if the weather is unsailable.
For more information email: Susan Cocke
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Hogmanay - Scottish New Year's Eve |
Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of each month.
Church of the Ascension, Community Center
4853 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach
Social 7:00pm, Meeting 7:30pm
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