OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE SCOTTISH ST. ANDREW SOCIETY OF GREATER ST. LOUIS FALL 2011 PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE ANNOUNCEMENTS Don Withrow, President Dear Members, is retaining and growing our membership. This is a WELCOME NEW MEMBERS: problem with many causes and no easy solution and Derek and Nicole Bean I would like to thank you for entrusting me with the will require the efforts of not only the board but the Bryan and Laura Dent office of President for the coming year. We havea general membership as well. As a starting point I have Simon Duffy strong and talented board that is already hard at work asked each board member to recruit at least two new Jeremy and Anna (Duffy) on Society business. Each of us on the board is excited members this year. I would like to challenge each society Goldsmith about the coming year and look forward to meeting and member to do the same. Only with a growing and active Stephen and Kara Holland talking with each of you at Society activities. membership will we be able to fulfill the goals and Stewart and Julie McLaren mission of the Scottish St. Andrew Society. Norma Nowotny Since at least the 1960’s the phenomena of dwindling Nick and Rose Sarno Robert Sarno membership has been one that has vexed all social Best regards, and cultural organizations. While our society faces Don Withrow may challenges this year, perhaps the most important

ESCRIPT COMMUNITY CARD SCOTTISH GAMES & CULTURAL FESTIVAL —SUPPORT US— Jim McLaren, Chairman SLSG The Board continues to The weather was brilliant, the crowd was large, the 200 years. With the colorful Clan tartans and the request all members get an competitors were giving it their best, and the volunteers memorable sound of the massed pipe-bands, it’s a eScript Community Card were as dedicated as ever – what a great time we all had moment in time when we can all share the proud from your local Schnuck’s at the 9th Annual Scottish Games and Cultural Festival heritage of Scotland, right here in Missouri. In to support your St Andrew which was held in Forest Park. addition to enjoying the more formal events, the kids Society. Schnuck’s will had an exciting time with many activities of their contribute up to 3% of your purchases to our society. own, adding to the family nature of the festivities. There’s a small card to keep Throughout the day there was also an opportunity on your key chain. Every to sample some great Scottish food with a range of time you shop at Schnuck’s, beverages (including a nice Schlafly Scottish ale), and ask the clerk to swipe your find some unique gifts from a wide range of vendors. eScript card. Creating this world-class modern version of the ancient Register your eScript traditions requires a lot of background work and card on-line at www.schnucks.com or by financial support. We have a great team that works call 1-800-931-6258. Our hard year-long to plan, generate, and present this to our group ID# is 500025559, or St Louis Gathering. Many thanks are due to the SLSG you can look us up on-line. Board members, Committee chairs, volunteers, and The attendees enjoyed many spectacular events that participants. And, a great big special thanks to all our included the wonderful skills of the dancers, athletes, donors, sponsors, and Friends of the Games. pipers, drummers, sword fighters, storytellers, clan YOUR ANNOUNCEMENT COULD historians, and folk musicians (with stars Ed Miller, Jil Who wouldn’t have a good time at the Scottish Games? APPEAR HERE! Chambless, and Scooter Muse). The Scottish-American Watch out for the notices about next year’s Scottish Games. Military Society provided the color guard. On the main This column is for all Founded in 2000, St. Louis Scottish Games (SLSG) members. Anyone who field there were birds of prey, Scottish breed dog parades, is a registered not-for-profit, charitable organization has an announcement a colorful Clan parade, a torchlight ceremony, and a germane to our society’s family favorite performance where the sheepdogs herd committed to cultural and educational exchange mission please send it to the sheep. On the athletic field we had the current World between the peoples of Scotland and America, and to the editor Steve Nichols at champion, a past World champion, and a new World the management of a first-class Games and Festival in [email protected] record set when the sheaf was thrown over a bar 38 feet the St. Louis area. high. Logan College provided a beautiful crystal bowl for SLSG was created as a spin-off from the Scottish St. the Athlete of the Day. Andrew Society of Greater St. Louis as one of the visionary goals of the Society at that time. Today, the This Gathering is a celebration of a rich cultural heritage independent SLSG is managed by a team that remains that originated in Scotland, and has been carried here committed to the success of both organizations. to America, by thousands of immigrants over the past

The Scottish St. Andrew Society of Greater St. Louis | 636.577.1696 | www.stlstandrews.org A BRIEF HISTORY: LUING THE KIRKIN’ O’ THE TARTANS –A Poem by Don Paterson– Steve Nichols, Editor, adapted from an article written by David Leslie White, Chieftain, Clan Leslie Society International

When the day comes, as On or around Reformation Sunday (the last Sunday in • Message – Chaplain the day surely must, October), many Protestant churches across the United • Prayers – Chaplain when it is asked of States celebrate Kirkin’ o’ the Tartans. The Kirkin’ of • The Lord’s Prayer – All you, and you refuse the Tartans Ceremony was created by the Rev. Peter • Kirkin’ O’ the Tartans – Clan representatives carry to take that lover’s Marshall on April 27, 1941 at the New York Avenue lengths (or flags) of tartans forward to the altar rail wound again, that cup Presbyterian Church in Washington, D.C. Dr. Marshall and the Chaplain says a few words about the of emptiness that is our was the chaplain of the US Senate and was trying to Scottish heritage and gives a blessing. one completion, I’d say instill pride in their homeland among the Scots living in • Necrology (deceased by organization/clan since go here, maybe, to our the USA. The ceremony was later held in Presbyterian the last such event) – Chaplain unsung innermost isle: churches across the USA. • Flowers of the Forest – Piper Kilda’s antithesis, • Blessing – Chaplain yet still with its own tiny It did not gain popularity until after the first International • Hymn, O God Our Help in Ages past – All stubborn anthem, Gathering of the Clans in Nova Scotia in 1979. This • Dismissal by Chaplain and Recession to pipes its yellow milkwort and its Kirkin’ service is not limited to Presbyterian churches, stunted kye. but is often found in other Protestant services as well So, while not an ancient Scottish ceremony per se, the Leaving the motherland as Roman Catholic services. However, this ceremony is Kirkin’, as a Scottish-American ceremony, celebrates not by a two-car raft, not known to be held in any church in Scotland. only the family heritage of the descendants of Scottish the littlest of the fleet, you immigrants to the United States and Canada, but also the cross the minch Basically the service is to bless the tartans and the friendship of our three nations. to find yourself, if families that they represent. Also, part of the service may anything, now deeper include ‘Flowers of the Forest’, a reading of the names in her arms than ever — of members who passed away during the previous year. sharing her breath, While there are variations, the service commences with watching the red vans a processional: following the entrance of light and the sliding silently between Word, a piper or small pipe band marches down the her hills. In such intimate center aisle, followed by members, usually in Scottish exile, who’d believe the attire, carrying the Saltire flag and tartans on poles. The burn behind the house service is usually similar to the below: the straitened ocean written on the map? While each Kirkin’ service has its own particular Here, beside the fordable characteristics, The Capitol Scot web site gives a very Atlantic, reborn into a “typical” order of worship for a Kirkin’ that was held at secret candidacy, the Virginia Highland Games in July, 2005: the fontanelles reopen one by one in the palms, • Procession to Pipes then the breastbone and • Hymn, God of Grace and Glory – All the brow, aching at the • Opening Prayer – Chaplain shearwater’s wail, the • Reading, Proverbs 3:1–6 – Designated Reader #1 rowan that falls beyond • Hymn Response, My Shepherd Will Supply – All all seasons. One morning • Epistle, 2 Timothy 3:14–17 – Designated Reader #2 you hover on the • Hymn, Come Thou Fount of Every blessing – All threshold, knowing for • Gospel, Matthew 9:9–13 – Chaplain certain the first touch of St. Bride’s Kirk on grounds of Blair Castle the light will finish you. HONORING ST. ANDREW “Luing” copyright Rev. Millie Slack, Chaplain 2005 by Don Paterson. Reprinted from The feast day of Saint Andrew, patron saint of Scotland, is people. It is said that Andrew, when he was crucified, hung “Landing Light” with the celebrated on November 30. He is also the patron saint of on a diagonal cross for three days. In spite of his pain and permission of Greece, Romania, Russia, and the Ecumenical Patriarchate agony, he continued to preach, attempting to bring souls to Graywolf Press. of Constantinople. Andrew, one of Jesus’ disciples, was Christ, until his last breath. born in the small town of Bethsaida, a fishing port on the Sea of Galilee. Andrew and his brother, Simon Peter, were Prayer: fishermen like their father, when Jesus called them to be Holy God, we give you thanks for your servant Andrew. z his disciples and “fish for people”. Andrew and Simon In his compassion to feed the hungry, his courage, and Peter were the first disciples to “sign on” with Jesus. It was his faithfulness to your Son, Jesus Christ, may we find Andrew who introduced Jesus to a boy with five loaves of inspiration to live and serve as your people in the world. bread and two fish which Jesus used to feed a crowd of Amen.

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2 THE FAMOUS STONE OF SCONE: THE NATIONAL FLAG THE STONE OF DESTINY OF SCOTLAND Steve Nichols, Editor

The national flag of Scotland The date 15 November 1996 is a day to remember for Once the London police found out about its whereabouts is the Saltire. It is made up of a great white cross which Scotland, as it was the day when the Stone of Scone, also the stone was handed back and returned to Westminster spans diagonally across the referred to as the Stone of Destiny, was returned. While Abbey. Unfortunately, it was found that the stone had flag on a blue background. in London, at Westminster Abbey, it was known as the suffered some damage. This was the supposed Coronation Stone. For centuries it has been used in shape of the cross that St. coronation ceremonies for the monarchs of Scotland and With growing pressure from the Scots, the decision Andrew was put to death on later for the same purpose for the monarchs of England. was taken to return the stone to Scotland when it was and therefore the flag is also There are many legends surrounding the origins of the not in use. It now resides is Edinburgh Castle, in the known as the ‘Cross of St. stone, although its exact origin cannot be confirmed. Crown Room, surrounded by Scotland’s crown jewels. It Andrew’. Interestingly the was agreed that the stone would return to Westminster Saltire, which dates back to It is the tale of Fergus that does seem to be most credible, Abbey when a coronation takes place. The last time the the 12th century, is thought stone was used in Scotland for a coronation was in 1292, to be one of the oldest historically speaking. Son of Ferchard, Fergus is with the crowning of John Balliol. national flags in the world. believed to have brought the Stone of Scone to Scotland from Ireland, and was crowned the King of Scots using According to legend, the The stone is approximately 660 millimetres by 425 birth of the Saltire came the stone. It is said that the stone was placed in the millimetres by 270 millimetres, and weighs in the about in a battle near Monastery of Scone, but was taken as spoils of war by region of a hundred and fifty-two kilograms. The Stone Athelstaneford in East Edward I in 1296, taking it to Westminster Abbey. There of Scone also gained fame in various books, films and Lothian about the time of the stone was built into a chair that was aptly named television shows where it was either used during the plot 832AD. Apparently the Scots King Edward’s Chair, and became the seat where future looked up at the clouds and or reference was made to it. It featured in an episode monarchs were crowned. saw a cross formation in of Pendragon of the Gargoyles, the game Clandestiny, which resembled the cross Highlander: The Series, Stone of Destiny and The Fifth of St. Andrew; thus taking a In 1950 a group of Scottish students took it upon themselves to steal the stone back, and after a massive Elephant. For now, the Stone of Scone remains the pride sign that they would succeed of Scotland. in battle. They did indeed police inquiry the stone was kept at the Arbroath Abbey. win, and from that point forward began to take the cloudy white cross and the evening sky azure as their country’s emblem.

THE ROYAL STANDARD OF SCOTLAND

The red lion rampant with border on a gold field is readily recognized by all Scots as the royal standard. It first appeared as the royal seal of King Alexander in about 1230, and without modification it was borne by all the sovereigns of Scotland. When King James VI became King of England in 1603, the red lion rampant became an integral part of the British Royal Standard, occupying the second quarter, and so The Stone of Destiny remains to this day.

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3 LEE CASTLE BOARD Steve Nichols, Editor, adapted from Scotland.com MEMBERS Located in the charming Valley of Clyde, this historic The estate encompasses 261 acres, much beautifully castle’s history spans seven centuries. ‘The Lee’ as the landscaped. In front of the manse, the location of the magnificent building is simply called, occupies property Pease Tree, an ancient oak, is believed to be the spot PRESIDENT that was the seat of the Lockharts of Lee from 1297 until where Robert the Bruce signed a charter with the English; Don Withrow 1919. This prominent family of Lanarkshire can trace its and later, where Oliver Cromwell is said to have dined. roots to Sir Simon Locard (1300-1371). This Scottish A vast collection of historic furniture and heirlooms VICE-PRESIDENT knight fought in the Wars of Scottish Independence, remains with ‘The Lee’. The castle includes fourteen Iona Baldwin and is said to have been with Sir James Douglas on his bedrooms, a vast banqueting hall, an enormous grand macabre, but unsuccessful mission to carry the heart ballroom. Two lodge house and a heated swimming pool TREASURER of Robert the Bruce to the Holy Land. During a battle are on the property. Jeffrey Holtz against the Moors in Spain, Sir James was killed, and thence Sir Simon returned the Bruce’s heart to Scotland RECORDING SECRETARY where it is buried at Melrose Abbey. For this deed he was Karen Kraft granted the Lockhart arms and motto. The family was prominent in Scottish history and CORRESPONDING SECRETARY/ THISTLE TIMES EDITOR politics throughout the years. Lee Castle remained in the Steve Nichols family’s possession until 1948 when it was sold upon transfer of the feudal barony to new owners. Then, with more recent renovations, the house and property were ATTORNEY again sold to an unnamed American. The feudal barony Allan Stewart of Lee was passed to the new owner as part of the deal, making him the 35th Baron of Lee by proclamation of HISTORIAN/WEBMASTER the Court of the Lord Lyon. Dave Hill Lee Castle

MEMBERSHIP LOCH GARTEN—CONSERVATION HAVEN Rachel Farnam Steve Nichols, Editor, adapted from Scotland.com

BURNS DINNER COORDINATOR Located near the Boat of Garten village in the Scottish centre with the public transport serving Speyside Way. Denise Duffy Highlands, Loch Garten falls within the Strathspey area The Loch Garten Osprey Centre is all on one level, with of Scotland’s renowned Cairngorms National Park. The viewing slots for observing the ospreys and interpretative ACTIVITIES CHAIR freshwater loch, with its ancient Caledonian pine forests, materials placed at a level to accommodate wheelchair Liz Belcastro is home to a thriving population of ospreys, with the users and children. Visitors can enjoy live CCTV footage Loch Garten Osprey Centre offering visitors the ideal of the birds in their nests, while staff is on hand to answer opportunity to observe these fascinating birds up-close questions and provide additional information. Telescopes MEMBER-AT-LARGE in their natural habitat, by means of modern technology and binoculars are also available for visitors to scan the (OPEN) and discreetly placed CCTV cameras. Ospreys in Britain surroundings for wildlife. had become extinct as breeding birds in the early 20th CHAPLAIN Although the Loch Garten Osprey Centre closes during Rev. Millie Slack century. But, thanks to two breeding birds relocating from Scandinavia to Loch Garten in 1954, and assisted by the the winter months, the park and trails remain accessible RSPB and other conservation organizations, the species has to the public. Winter residents of the park include IMMEDIATE recovered and continues to be closely monitored. goldeneye ducks, goosanders, mallards and teals. Other PAST PRESIDENT creatures that may be spotted in the park include roe David Brown Other birds to be found in around Loch Garten include deer, otters and red squirrels. crested tits and blue tits that come down from the tall pine trees to the strategically placed feeders, and goldeneye ducks that nest along the water’s edge and feed on the loch. Scottish crossbills can be seen perched high in the trees, stripping seeds from pinecones, while visitors are also likely to see woodpeckers, crossbills, wigeons, siskins, chaffinches, sandpipers and buzzards – depending on the season. A big attraction at Loch Garten is Scotland’s largest grouse – the capercaillie. During breeding season in the months of April and May, early morning visitors may be fortunate enough to see the spectacular capercaillie communal lek. There are a number of trails to be explored at Loch Garten, most of which are accessible by wheelchair. The trails are marked and color coded, with the blue trail linking the Loch Garten

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4 70-YEAR-OLD SCOTCH HANSELLING THE BABY United Press International It was love at first taste for aficionados who gathered in Traditionally a ‘hansel’ is a Edinburgh, Scotland, to sip a 70-year-old Scotch whiskey, gift to mark an inaugural the world’s oldest malt whiskey. occasion. When a Scottish The Mortlach 70-year-old Speyside, bottled in a hand- lady would see a newborn blown crystal decanter with a silver stopper, made its baby, she was compelled to debut to enthusiasts at Edinburgh Castle Thursday, The give the bairn a gift. It was Times of London reported Friday. unlucky to look at a child David Urquhart and Michael Urquhart, grandsons of a and not give it something. former owner of Gordon and MacPhail’s Scotch producers, If she wasn’t prepared with are making the Speyside product available in 54 full-size a gift such as a knitted cap, bottles and in 162 smaller bottles to the public. then a coin, a silver coin, would be given; as much But sipping the septuagenarian Scotch ain’t cheap, The Times said. A full bottle costs $15,100 and the mini- as she could afford—a bottles cost $3,000. sixpence, a shilling, or a half- crown The more given, the The Urquhart brothers their family anticipated the more luck to the giver. And, moment “for generations.” it wasn’t given to the mother. “This is a very special day for us,” they said. “Our family The coin would be put has been in the whiskey business for a long time, with directly on the baby’s pillow, each generation building and handing on a lifetime’s and the mam would pick it expertise to the next. If the reaction of those lucky up later. Or, sometimes, the enough to enjoy a dram today is anything to go by, Mortlach 70-year-old Speyside giver would open the wee whiskey fans and people wishing to own a unique piece fingers and put the coin of Scotland’s liquid history will be very excited about it.” directly in the baby’s hand, and then warn the mother to take it. If the baby kept a HIGHLAND’S FALL tight hold on the coin, she’d Bon Appétit say: ‘Oh, he goin tae be a Chicago mixologist Peter Vestinos uses both single-malt grippie one this. He’s no goin and blended Scotch for this cocktail. The Scotch rinse gives tae let go o anything.’ the cocktail a smoky note, while the elderflower liqueur adds subtle sweetness.

makes 1

Here’s another question: Ingredients Smoky Scotch (such as Highland Park or Laphroaig) What is the old custom of 1/4 cup blended Scotch (such as Johnnie Walker Black “handfasting”? Label or Dewar’s) 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 1/2 tablespoons St-Germain (elderflower liqueur) Ice cubes

Preparation Rinse coupe with smoky Scotch. Place all remaining ingredients in cocktail shaker. Cover and shake vigorously THE WEBSITE IS BACK! 20 times. Strain into prepared coupe and serve.

Check out the Recipe by Peter Vestinos revamped website: Photograph by Levi Brown www.stlstandrews.org (Gone is www.slass.org) Kudos to Dave Hill, Webmaster for his protean efforts. Don Withrow next to Fregusson’s statue outside the Canongate churchyard, Oct. 18, 2010

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5 SPAE ARTISTS IN RESIDENCE & THE BRAVE SOLDIER CONCERT SERIES 2011 Diane McCullough, Artistic Director Charles Young was a man of wide renown September marked the fifth year of programming by Young, first African-American commander of the famous A leader of many brave men SPAE. Our Focal Point Scottish Music Series opened Buffalo Soldiers. In a curriculum entitled: Community A scholar, a poet, musician too / And a high-ranked with another memorable concert by Jim Malcolm on and the Environment: Inspiration for Art and Music, military man / Born in the September 10th and continued with Brian McNeill on students were inspired by the work of these two men middle of the Civil War September 24th and Caroline Pugh with Mark Clark on in the formation of our National Parks – in particular His father for freedom October 1. Yosemite, Sequoia and King’s Canyon in California. The did fights / His mother project was the inspiration of Diane McCullough, artistic Arminta, she raised little Brian taught fiddle workshops as Artist in Residence at director of Scottish Partnership, in cooperation with Charles / And taught him to McCluer North, McCluer and McCluer South Berkeley Laumeier Sculpture Park and the Riverview Gardens read and write High Schools, though confusing, they are all in the School District Fine Arts Team. Clara Collins-Coleman Then come to me, Ferguson/Florissant School District. The three schools at Laumeier Sculpture Park arranged for docents to lead oh my children gave a fabulous culminating concert on September 23rd a tour of their sculptures inspired by nature and poetry. My arms they are loving at McCluer South Berkeley. Students learned Scottish traditional songs that have and strong I have heard your sighing Ritenour High School and Pattonville Heights Middle/ nature as their theme as well as the song by Brian McNeill and crying Remington/Holman were also on Brian’s “to do” list. that inspired the project – “Muir and the Master Builder”. And the plaint of your Ritenour, McCluer and McCluer South were all new They wrote poetry and created art objects to display in sorrow song schools for fiddle workshops this year. In addition to their garden. The students wrote two songs inspired by From Kentucky he moved those full (week-long) residencies, Brian did one session their experiences: a rap on Laumeier Sculpture Park and when he was two workshops for the St. Louis Youth Symphony Orchestra, a song about Charles Young, his life and contributions. They lived among black the UM St. Louis Orchestra and, last, a group of home Artists in Residence for this project were Caroline Pugh and white / He was smart as schoolers.Artists in Residence Caroline Pugh and Cindy (Scottish folk singer and scholar), Cindy Kallet (folk a whip, and first in his class Kallet taught our traditional workshops in Scots song at singer), Yvette Woods, Courtney Henson (visual artists) And he could tell and Shirley LeFlore (poet). Valerie Turner (art teacher at wrong from right St. Elizabeth Academy (high school) and Grand Center Highland) was the lead teacher liaison from Riverview. Oh life was hard Arts Academy (6th graders) in St. Louis City. They did on an Ohio farm a week of one session workshops with 2nd graders at Jason Brown, Supervisor of Fine Arts, spearheaded the But Charles was quick to learn. Lucas Crossing Elementary School in Normandy. The District Fine Arts Team and David Foote (music teacher He could ride and take good big event for this year was the new interdisciplinary at Highland and member of the team) assisted musically. care of any horse curriculum at Highland Elementary School in the Ms. McCullough taught the history background on Muir And deep respect he earned. Riverview Gardens School District. 4th grade students and Young and assisted musically. All Highland pictures

(refrain) studied the work of John Muir, naturalist and Scottish were taken by Jason Brown except as noted. immigrant to the United States, and Captain Charles He was the third black man to graduate From the Military school at West Point When he couldn’t do something, he’d try again Hte had determination, courage and strength From West Point into the Army He was Buffalo Soldier bound He helped the President, built roads in the Park And served in foreign lands

(refrain) One day he met John Muir In nineteen hundred three How they both did love the National Parks / Kept wild for you and me His name was Charles Young Oh a man of charm and reason / We are sad to know that we will never Ever get to see him (refrain)

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ST. ANDREW CELEBRATION: EVENTS 11.19 TICKETS ON SALE NOW — $30/person

Buy your tickets through the website Menu: (www.stlstandrews.com) or send your check 11.10 (Scottish St. Andrew Society of Greater Stroganoff meatballs Social at the St. Louis, PO Box 50306, St. Louis, MO 63105- Baked Brie with raspberry jam Scottish Arms 9998 or call Denise Duffy (636-484-0407). Seasonal veggies with dip Make your 6:30 pm Space is limited to 60 people. Bruscetta with assorted toppings reservations early! Roasted eggplant hummus and pita Chocolate dipped ice cream balls The second Thursday of every month the Come to the ceilidh and sing a song, recite a Mini mud cakes St Andrew Society has a social at the poem, or play something for us, and learn a Water and soda provided Scottish Arms Restaurant in the CWE. few Scottish dances. 8 South Sarah Street Directions: St. Louis, MO 63108 • From Olive Blvd, turn north on Fee Fee Rd; the intersection of Olive and Fee Fee is about half-way between I-270 and 11.19 Woods Mill Rd (141). • Go about 0.8 miles along Fee Fee, and then St. Andrew Celebration turn left on Willowwyck Ct; this is 7-10 pm opposite Parkway North High School. $30 (BYOB) • The Center for Spiritual Living will be the Join us for an evening of fellowship and first building on your left opposite fun. Last year the buffet was terrific. the library. Free parking in the lot behind We’ll have a ceilidh and Scottish the center. country dancing. Be prepared to join in the singing! Bring your favorite song to sing and lead the group. Or, you may 40TH ANNUAL recite a poem. 1.28 ROBERT BURNS DINNER Center for Spiritual Living 12875 Fee Fee Rd Bring your family and friends for a great evening of Hyatt Regency at the Arch (314-655-1234) St Louis, MO 63146 fine food and entertainment. After the traditional 315 Chestnut St (at Broadway) haggis is piped in and addressed by a recitation of Burns’ “Ode to Haggis”, we’ll savor this sublime This year we are again looking for sponsors. victual, lovingly prepared by the Ladies of the 6 Haggis. Then we’ll enjoy a full course seated Options available are: 12. dinner. Following dessert, Sandy Brown’s Dance St Louis Caledonian Pipe Band Caledonia will demonstrate their award winning Dance Caledonia Scots for Tots Annual Christmas Highland dancing, and the St Louis Caledonian The Haggis in the Kitchen Pipe Band will present stirring renditions of Sound and lighting traditional bagpipe and drum tunes and sets. Entertainers Enjoy Mitzi MacDonald’s Keltic Reign General sponsorship at the Sheldon Concert Hall. A new, $70/person(members); unwrapped toy (please, no stuffed $80/person (non-members); If you are interested sponsoring any of these animals) will gain your bairn free admission to this event. Help fill your $650 for a table of ten (member or non-member) features, please contact any member of the Burns Christmas shopping list by visiting the Committee: Silent Auction before the concert and Valet parking included with ticket price. Self- during intermission. Proceeds from the parking available at Mansion House garage, ½ Denise Duffy 636-484-0407 concert and the toys will benefit the St. block from the Hyatt on Pine Street. Liz Belcastro 314 8327105 Vincent’s Children’s Home Karen Kraft 314 725-0630 (www.saintvincenthome.org). For those who choose to stay the night at the Iona Baldwin 314 569-4225 hotel, the Hyatt is offering the Society guests Jen Nicoll 636 527-3386 For more information about Scots for special room rates, starting at $112 with overnight Anya Lodge 314 965-6077 Tots, and to purchase tickets, visit their parking included in the room rate. But your web site: ScotsForTots.org reservation must be made by Dec. 27, 2011. You may also make a donation via the web site: www.stlstandrews.org

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THE SCOTTISH ST. ANDREW SOCIETY OF GREATER ST. LOUIS P.O. Box 50306 St. Louis, MO 63105-9998

To foster and exchange cultural, educational and recreational pursuits between those of Scottish birth or descent and others in the St. Louis area.