Greetings from bonnie !

By Irené Waldman, 1st Vice President

Dear Members and Friends,

appy May everyone! May Husually signifies new be- ginnings following spring and certainly in Scotland, the pop- ulation has a chance at new beginnings again too. I don’t usually mention politics but Francesca McCrossan, President the scene is rather interesting May 2021 right now due to the recent Irené Waldman, 1st Vice President elections. Please note that I President’s Message do not have a personal view point on these facts but I thought it worthwhile to share what is happening here in Scotland. Dear St. Andrew’s Society, The Scottish National Party is the leading party, and won the he History of Scottish Societies in the US holds invaluable recent election with a majority. They did not however win Tdetails of the general history of the US, as well as for the specific cities, states, and regional area where they originate. The first society on record was the Scots Charitable Society of Boston founded in 1657. Their mission was focused on relieving the destitution of those Scotsmen who were stranded in the seaport town. The Society’s aim was not only to alleviate the suffering, but they knew that if left destitute, these Scot would sully the reputation of the larger Scot- tish community. This part of the goal isn’t usually noted in Miguez from Pixabay Image by Waldo Scottish Parliament Building, . President’s Message, continued on page 2 1st VP Message, continued on page 3

MAY 2021 ~ Vol. 158, NO. 5 President’s Message ...... 1 Ultimate Scottish Quiz ...... 5 1st VP’s Message ...... 1 Calendar of Events ...... 12 Trustees’ Report ...... 3

1 MAY 2021 THE SAINT ANDREW’S SOCIETY OF SAN FRANCISCO Continued from page 1 In a reflection of their history, the Detroit So- President’s Message ciety is holding their 172nd Annual Highland Games on Friday and Saturday, August 6th and the written history of the Societies, but it’s an 7th, 2021. important one to keep in mind in the earliest days of US history. Other societies organized in later years. These included Charleston, South Carolina in 1729, Philadelphia in 1747, and New York in 1756. More recently, The St Andrew Society of quick review of current Scottish societ- Colorado was founded in Denver in 1963. A ies in the US reveals a count of 107. And They are a 501c3 who gives scholarships to this is a slight underestimate because, depend- highland dancers, pipers, and drummers to ing on what source you refer to, there are attend workshops and competitions throughout more Societies than are on this list. This count the US and across the Pond. They have an ex- includes St. Andrew’s Societies, Caledonian cellent 3-part history of their Society. I highly Societies and Scottish Societies not falling un- recommend reading at least the first of the der either of those two types of organizations. three historical papers since it provides a wider They are found in 38 out of 50 states, from history than just of the Colorado Society. Alabama to Washington State. They are also found worldwide from Abu Dhabi to Zaire. Several Societies were founded in the 1970s, such as The Scottish St. Andrew Society Here’s a sample of their histories: of St. Louis, and the St. Andrew’s Society of North Carolina, which still only admits men as members! Others were formed even later that this; The Oregon Scottish Society was formed in 1992 and grew out of a festi- val of Scottish Culture produced by a group of people who then came together to form a Some of the oldest Societies have esteemed Society. histories. The St. Andrew’s Society of Phila- delphia, may be the oldest charitable mem- Of course, our own Society was incorporated bership organization in continuous existence in 1865. What all these Societies have in com- in North America. Its early members include mon is a love of Scottish Culture and a desire five signers of the Declaration of Indepen- to do good works, such as supporting commu- dence. It was organized in 1747 by twenty-five nity members in need and awarding scholar- prominent Pennsylvanians of Scottish ancestry ships to hardworking students. The timeline of to assist the large numbers of destitute Scots these organizations is incredible, and the lon- arriving in Philadelphia at that time. gevity indicates that Scots in the US have for 100s of years been dedicated to helping other Scots and those of Scottish descent who are in need. It is members and friends like all of you that continue to make the St Andrew’s Society of San Francisco an ongoing part of this history. I am proud not only to be a member but to serve as your President. Thank you all for your dedication, support and camaraderie that make The St. Andrew’s Society of Detroit was our Society continue to be a vital part of US founded in 1849 and is the is the oldest be- history and culture. nevolent organization in the State of Michigan. They have a particularly good paper on the his- Warm regards, tory of their Society. Their preamble reads, Francesca M. McCrossan “For the relief of the indigent and unfortunate President, St. Andrew’s Society of our Countrymen, and for the promotion of of San Francisco harmony and good feeling amongst ourselves, we the undersigned Scotchmen and Descen- dants of Scotchmen, with Benevolence for our motto, do unite ourselves into a Society….”

2 MAY 2021 THE SAINT ANDREW’S SOCIETY OF SAN FRANCISCO Continued from page 2 the bill would be presented to the Supreme Court in , 1st VP’s Message which will be forced to rule on whether the Scottish Parliament had the authority to call a referendum on its own. Data indi- enough to guarantee having another Scottish referendum which cates that the bill would be blocked, but who knows. There are was their goal. Nicola Sturgeon remains at the helm for another 4 years, while legally she does not have the right to engage in many data points that suggest Scotland would be significantly another vote for the Scottish people to determine if they want financially disadvantaged with an independence move. Not just to separate from England, in the short term, but the Wales and Northern Ireland projected financial impact is for good. The party needed 50 suggested to last for 20 year votes for that, and they got 49. or more. The question of when Scot- land will have a referendum Scotland at this time of year lies with London and Boris is very mixed in its politics Johnson (the current PM). He and its weather! We have had states that it would be incred- snow, hail, sunshine, lots of ibly reckless to host a refer- rain (as expected) and some endum now, in the middle breezy days, all in the last of a pandemic. Ms. Sturgeon week! The kids are loving the thinks differently and has change of scenery, with rolling been on point to report that it green hills, lots of flowers is “now a matter of when, not growing over the grasses, baby if.” So, watch this space. The cows, owls and rabbits! What politics are going to remain heated for a while in Scotland. is not to love about Scottish countryside?! We are basking in the open space and lush scenery. It feels very different to the USA here is long history associated with Scotland’s indepen- and the heat that the bay area is experiencing. Tdence. The country had its last independence referendum in 2014, whereby Scots voted 55% to remain as part of the As I have mentioned before, I am happy to talk to anyone about United Kingdom. The British government had agreed to hold travel and tips to Scotland, or anything else for that matter! I the referendum after the SNP won a landslide election in love receiving your conversations! the Scottish Parliament, calling it a “once in a lifetime” event. Nicola Sturgeon has been promoting a referendum ever since Best wishes and looking forward to seeing you soon! the 2016 Brexit vote, where Brexit was opposed by more than 62% of Scottish voters. Irené Waldman 1st Vice President, So, what happens next? Most likely, the Scottish National Party St. Andrew’s Society of San Francisco will bring forth their own bill to the Scottish Parliament, to call [email protected] for another referendum. And most likely that would pass. Then 650-438-0370

Trustee Resignation / Jaeame Koyil Board of Trustees Report On another note regarding Trustee Affairs—Trustee Jaeame Koyil sent email on April 19, stating his intention to resign By David Campbell, Trustee Chairperson which was confirmed on April 27. As such, we would like to acknowledge and thank Jaeame for his many years of service to Dear St. Andrew’s Society, the Society both in the capacity of a variety of officer roles and most recently as trustee...so, we wish Jaeame all the best! Re- New Trustee / Gary Ketchen cruiting for the vacancy which Jaeame's resignation leaves—will You may recall as of last month we had one trustee vacancy, commence shortly…with the consideration of suitable trustee so I'll begin our May report with a spot of good news—Gary candidates in kind. Ketchen confirmed by email on April 26 his acceptance of our proposed invitation to join the Board of Trustees. Regarding the Bookkeeping induction of a new trustee—our By-Laws (Article XIII / Sec- Thanks to Treasurer Richard Robertson working closely with tion 7) call for “...ratification by the members of the Society at Bookkeeper Jessica Whelan, and also additional coordination a monthly meeting...” provided at least 10 day advance written with our leadership team—we’ve made good progress on a noticing, so Susan sent out notice to our membership via email list of 14 questions or items selected for follow-up and further on May 6. Gary was vetted by the Board 4-0 at our May trust- review & clarification. This progress, however, has stalled out ees’ meeting and then affirmed also unanimously by member- recently, as there have been still more glitches in timing and ship at our members’ meeting on May 17…so welcome Gary to the Board of Trustees! Trustees Report, continued on page 4

3 MAY 2021 THE SAINT ANDREW’S SOCIETY OF SAN FRANCISCO Continued from page 3 at yesterday evening’s meeting—and was passed unanimously Trustees Report from draft status to adoption 4-0. coordination between Hill & Co and Jessica regarding book- Board of Student Assistance (BoSA) / Congratulations keeping and our financial accounting and reporting cycles of Scholarship Awardees! March into April, and April into May. Progress IS being made, Finishing on another high note—from last night’s meeting, go- however…and it’s also proving to be a work in progress. ing from strength to strength—the trustees would like to extend our congratulations and thanks to BoSA Committee Chair Kitty Property Management / Hill & Co Lenhart and her team (Jean Allen & Kristin Ferguson) for their Continuing on regarding our financial accounting and reporting consideration and recommendation of candidates - to disburse process...Richard, Susan, and I had a productive conference call $22K in SASSF-sponsored scholarship funds among seven with Property Manager Grace Monares just last Thursday: we worthy scholarship recipients for 2021 (Jessica, Caimin, Euan, think we’ve set in place adequate structure and have provided Aiden, Calum, Feargal, and Emily). the additional guidance necessary for Grace and Jessica to be able to meet our timing and monthly reporting needs going for- June Preview / Guests: Keith Seibert & Jason Eiband ward. Relatedly, Grace also provided an update regarding Hill We anticipate extending invitations to Keith Seibert and Society & Co’s migration to its new software program AppFolio—which Physician Jason Eiband—in order to hear presentations from has been touted as one alternative or solution that in theory both regarding their areas of specialty: Keith would provide a should allow Jessica, Richard, Susan, and me earlier and easier mid-year portfolio review & tune-up, and Dr Eiband would access to our financials, but this “value add feature” remains help us consider and develop policy & guidance with respect to yet to be borne out. Regarding our tenants (Erika & Omar)— post-COVID reopening anticipated for this coming Fall. Grace informed us by email on May 4 that due to illness in the family, and their needing to move back home to care for ailing Thank you—St Andrew’s Society…good work, done well. Well parents—our tenants will need to break their lease at the end done! of June. Consequently, Omar & Erika and Grace have already begun their search for replacement tenants—who ideally would Sincerely, be able to assume occupancy in July, such that ongoing tenancy and rental income would continue without interruption. One David Campbell, last item—Grace reports that our semi-annual property taxes Trustee Chairperson, ($8,869.82) were paid on April 10. St. Andrew’s Society of San Francisco [email protected] April Financials 415.225.9307 Regarding April financials otherwise—more specifically our cash accounts remain strong and well-positioned for our fund- ing needs through Spring—with respect to Wells Fargo check- ing, Hill & Co, PayPal, and UBS. Regarding UBS portfolio management by Keith Seibert—we (Fred, Richard, and I) were on our monthly call with Keith last Thursday. Overall a very good report —even despite some recent market volatil- ity, due in part to liquidity-driven inflation, our year-to-date Photo of the Month performance is up a healthy 9.57%, and our annual return since May 2020 is also up remarkably 39.44%. So, it appears that we continue to be in good hands with UBS, and we thank Keith for his expert, timely and responsive management.

Corporate Taxes / Fontanello, Duffield, and Otake, LLP CPA Carol Duffield confirmed by email on April 26 that she would file for tax extension on our behalf...so, we will plan on returning to our tax filing obligation later in the year when our timing is better (before November).

By-Laws 2020 Revision Adopted After presentation at our April trustees’ meeting of the By-Laws draft revision duly voted upon by membership last November; and after review and confirmation of the approved text of these Shelducks at Shell Bay The shelduck is one of Scotland’s largest ducks, growing revisions by Secretary Kristy McKeating and President Fran- as big as some geese. It is mainly coastal, feeding on small invertebrates that it finds in the mud of estuaries and sandy beaches. These two looked particularly stunning cesca McCrossan in the interim since April’s trustees’ meet- in their breeding plumage. It’s hopeful that in a fews weeks time to catch sight of ing—the By-Laws revision as an agenda item was put to a vote their young. – Caroline Trotter Photography

4 MAY 2021 THE SAINT ANDREW’S SOCIETY OF SAN FRANCISCO Ultimate Scottish Quiz

By Brand Scotland Contributor, 17 April 2018

o, you think you know Scotland? From Castles to Celebrities Sput your knowledge to the test!

Question 5 Question 1 Which famous US novel based its title from a poem by Robert A ‘Munro’ is the name for a Scottish mountain above which Burns? height?  ‘Catcher in the Rye’ by Kesey  1,000 feet  2,000 feet J.D. Salinger  ‘Catch 22’ by Joseph  3,000 feet  4,000 feet  ‘One Flew Over the Heller Cuckoo’s Nest’ by Ken  ‘The Grapes of Wrath’ by Question 2 John Steinbeck Where did President Eisenhower of the United States have a Question 6 residence in Scotland? Roughly, how many golf courses does Scotland have?  Culzean Castle, Ayrshire  Holyrood Palace  Glamis Castle, Angus  Edinburgh Castle  250  450  350  550

Question 7  ‘Catch 22’ by Joseph This castle is said to be one of Scotland’s most haunted. Heller What is it?  ‘The Grapes of Wrath’ by  Fyvie Castle near  Brodick Castle on the Isle John Steinbeck Aberdeen of Arran  Glamis Castle in Angus  Eilean Donan Castle in the Scottish Highlands

Question 8

Question 3 In the Scots language what does it mean to ‘haver’?  Talk profoundly  Brood in silence The Gaelic for whisky is Uisge Beatha. What is its literal  To boast  Talk nonsense meaning?  Spirit of Scotland  Good Health Question 9   Heart-warming liquid Water of Life Gerard Butler is one of Scotland’s most successful actors, but what did he originally train to become? Question 4  A lawyer  A teacher Where do the smoked haddock known as ‘smokies’ come from?  A doctor  An accountant  Aberdeen  Arbroath  Oban  Peterhead Ultimate Scottish Quiz, continued on page 6

5 MAY 2021 THE SAINT ANDREW’S SOCIETY OF SAN FRANCISCO Continued from page 5 Question 15 Ultimate Scottish Quiz What Scottish title was given to Prince William and Kate Question 10 Middleton once they married? The first ever Scotland football team was made up entirely of  Lord and Lady of Balmoral  Earl and Countess of players from which club?  Duke and Duchess of Strathearn Glamis  Count and Countess of  Inverness Caledonian  Heart of Midlothian Linlithgows Thistle  Motherwell  Queen’s Park Question 16 St Andrews is Scotland’s oldest university. When was it founded? Question 11  1413  1613 Which famous Scottish figure was depicted in the film Bravehe-  1513  1713 art by Angus Macfadyen in 1995?  William Wallace  Thomas Muir Question 17  Rob Roy  Robert the Bruce Andrew Carnegie made his fortune in the USA. But where was he born?  Dunfermline, Fife  Blantyre, Lanarkshire   Greenock

Question 12 Towards the end of the Victorian era, Dundee was famous for its three Js—Jam, Jute and what?  Jokes  Jigsaws  Joinery  Journalism

Question 13 Question 18 Slains Castle in Aberdeenshire is said to have inspired which McCaig’s Tower overlooks which Scottish town? tale of horror?  Pitlochry  Oban  ‘Frankenstein’ by Mary  ‘Dracula’ by Bram Stoker  Peterhead  Rosyth Shelley  ‘The Strange Case of Dr.  ‘The Fall of the House of Jekyll and Mr. Hyde’ by Question 19 Usher’ by Edgar Allan Poe Robert Louis Stevenson On which Scottish Island did George Orwell write his novel 1984?  Iona  Jura  Islay  Skye

Question 20 What are curling stones traditionally made of?  Granite  Iron  Limestone  Marble Question 14 What is the longest river in Scotland?  River Tay  River Don  River Clyde  River Dee Quiz Answers can be found of page 7.

6 MAY 2021 THE SAINT ANDREW’S SOCIETY OF SAN FRANCISCO Scholarships, continued from page 4 or haiver is a relative newcomer to the language, the earliest Quiz Answers quotation in the Dictionary of the Scots Language dating from as late as 1776. (Scots Language Centre) How did you do in the Ultimate Scottish quiz? Question 9: Gerard Butler is one of Scotland’s most successful Question 1: A ‘Munro’ is the name for a Scottish mountain actors, but what did he originally train to become? above which height? Answer: lawyer Answer: 3,000 feet Paisley-born Gerard Butler trained as a lawyer at Glasgow Uni- Munros are named after Sir Hugh T. Munro who in 1891 sur- versity and turned to acting in the mid-nineties. veyed all the country’s mountains above 3,000 feet. Currently, there are 283 Munros in Scotland. Question 10: The first ever Scotland team was made up en- tirely of players from which club? Question 2: Where did President Eisenhower of the United Answer: Queen’s Park Football Club States have a residence in Scotland? Formed in 1867 Queen’s Park are the oldest Association foot- Answer: Culzean Castle, Ayrshire ball club in Scotland. In 1945 when the owners of Culzean Castle in Ayrshire donated it to the National Trust for Scotland they requested that the Question 11: Which famous Scottish figure was depicted in the top floor be given to General Eisenhower as a thank you from film Braveheart by Angus Macfadyen in 1995? Scotland for America’s support during World War II. General Answer: Robert the Bruce Eisenhower and members of his family stayed there on several Born in 1274, Robert the Bruce became King of Scotland in occasions. 1306 and went on to defeat Edward II’s armies at Bannockburn in 1314. He died in 1329. Question 3: The Gaelic for whisky is Uisge Beatha. What is its literal meaning? Question 12: Towards the end of the Victorian era, Dundee Answer: Water of Life was famous for its three Js—Jam, Jute and what? Whisky is Scotland’s national drink and is enjoyed the world Answer: journalism over. The law dictates that Scotch Whisky must be matured for Dundee is synonymous with jute, jam and journalism on ac- a minimum of three years in Scotland to earn the name. Most count of the industries that once dominated the region. Dundee Scotch whiskies are aged for much longer. is also famous as the City of Discovery: it’s here that you will find the Royal Research Ship Discovery in which the explorers Question 4: Where do the smoked haddock known as ‘smokies’ Scott and Shackleton sailed to Antarctica at the beginning of the come from? 20th Century. Answer: Arbroath An Arbroath Smokie is a haddock smoked over a beech wood Question 13: Slains Castle in Aberdeenshire is said to have fire and is unique to Arbroath in Angus. inspired which tale of horror? Answer: Dracula by Bram Stoker Question 5: Which famous US novel based its title from a The Irish writer Bram Stoker wrote Dracula in 1897 while poem by Robert Burns? staying at the Kilmarnock Arms Hotel at Cruden Bay. Nearby Answer: ‘Catcher in the Rye’ by J.D. Salinger ruined Slains Castle is said to have inspired Stoker’s gothic J.D. Salinger’s famous 1951 novel ‘Catcher in the Rye’ based its vampire horror. title from a poem by Robert Burns ‘Comin’ Thro’ the Rye.’ Question 14: What is the longest river in Scotland? Question 6: Roughly, how many golf courses does Scotland Answer: River Tay have? At 119 miles long the River Tay is the longest in Scotland. Answer: 550 Scotland has more than 550 golf courses. Question 15: What Scottish title was given to Prince William and Kate Middleton once they married? Question 7: This castle is said to be one of Scotland’s most Answer: Earl and Countess of Strathearn haunted. What is it? The royal couple were given the title the Earl and Countess of Answer: Glamis Castle in Angus Strathearn by the Queen to mark their marriage in April 2011. Glamis Castle, the former family home of the late Queen Strathearn, which means Valley of the River Earn, stretches Mother, is said to be one of Scotland’s most haunted. Alleged from the central lowlands to the Highlands. sightings include child ghosts, a Lady in White and an old lady wandering the grounds at night. Question 16: St Andrews is Scotland’s oldest university. When was it founded? Question 8: In the Scots language what does it mean to Answer: 1413 ‘haver’? St Andrews is Scotland’s first university and the third oldest in Answer: Talk nonsense the English-speaking world, founded in 1413. In spite of its popularity among Scots speakers today, haver Quiz Answers, continued on page 8

7 MAY 2021 THE SAINT ANDREW’S SOCIETY OF SAN FRANCISCO Quiz Answers, continued from page 7 Question 17: Andrew Carnegie made his fortune in the USA. But where was he born? Answer: Dunfermline, Fife Andrew Carnegie (1835–1919) is the most famous example of TODAY I DARED a Scot who made his fortune in the USA. Born in Dunfermline, Fife, Carnegie arrived in America as a poor weaver’s son but built a fortune in the steel industry. By Donna Ashworth

Question 18: McCaig’s Tower overlooks which Scottish town? Today, I dared to let myself dream, Answer: Oban That the world will one day open again. McCaig’s Tower was built in 1897 by local banker John Stuart McCaig who’s aim was to provide work for local stonemasons That the locks will loosen, the walls will fall, and a lasting monument to the McCaig family. The doors will fly open and reunite us all. Question 19: On which Scottish Island did George Orwell write his novel 1984? I dared to imagine the warmth of a cuddle, Answer: Jura Eric Blair, better known as George Orwell, moved to Jura A group of my friends all locked in a huddle. where he lived between 1946 and 1948. He stayed in a remote I felt all the heartbeats, drumming with mine, farmhouse called Barnhill, at the northern end of the island, I heard all the laughter, I tasted the wine. which he had visited for the first time in 1945. It was during his stay that Orwell penned his most famous novel 1984, which was published in 1949. I thought of the feelings I’ve missed for long, Question 20: What are curling stones traditionally made of? The room full of music, united by song. Answer: granite The freedom to roam, to plan and to meet Curling stones are traditionally fashioned from granite. The first stones were made in the 1750s, the original source being Ailsa To hold someone’s hand, to meet, to greet. Craig in Scotland. Just for a moment I dared to dream of, The flights I would board to the places I love. The moment those eyes would meet mine at the gate, The feeling of joy after so long a wait.

Today, I dared to let myself dream, That the life we once had would happen again. That we’d no longer fear the danger of air, That our lives would not depend on such care.

They say that we mustn’t wish time away, But it’s hard, my friend, when faced with a day, So long in blank hours and so wiped of laughter, It’s tempting to drift away to thereafter.

So yes, I dared to dream just a while, Of life coming back, it brought me a smile. One day I know, this will be in the past, And hugs will be free, again, at last.

8 MAY 2021 THE SAINT ANDREW’S SOCIETY OF SAN FRANCISCO ‘

EVE CELEBRATION

SATURDAY 12 JUNE | @ 3-7 PM HISTORIC ARK ROW, MAIN STREET, TIBURON CA 94920

The British Benevolent Society (BBS) MidSummer's Celebration at Tiburon's historic Ark Row, will be a unique showcase of British goods and Scottish bagpipes and dancers along with a jazz quintet. Scones and cream, wine and beer available for purchase. Bring friends and family to experience British humor and hospitality AND join in the raffle to help raise funds for this amazing charity!

FREE to attend and guests are encouraged to consider making a donation to the BBS.

Vendors include:

Entertainment: Bay Area Jazz Quintet

Sponsors include:

WWW.BBSOFCA.ORG 415.421.7195

9 MAY 2021 THE SAINT ANDREW’S SOCIETY OF SAN FRANCISCO A CELTIC HERITAGE CELEBRATION

The 35th Annual Celtic Heritage Celebra- The St. Andrew’s Society Of San Francisco in tion returns with the Largest and Biggest collaboration with The Whisky Shop of San Francisco pres- ents the May ’21 edition of “Whisky Wednesdays.” Celtic Event on the West Coast! Celebrat- Whisky Wednesdays ing the cultures of Ireland, Scotland, June 9th, 2021 Wales, Cornwall, Brittany, Isle of Mann, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Galacia and Asturias Whisky tasting selection curated by Will and Brendan.

Whisky Wednesdays tickets are priced at DATES: $50 for members and, $75 for non-members (limit one per household) JUNE 19TH & 20TH 2021 Deadline to purchase tickets is June 2nd, 2021 HOURS:

Each ticket holder will receive five curated Scotch whiskies Fri Family Day Closed (50ml per tasting) highlighting the regions of Scotland, which will then be presented during our monthly tasting event from the comfort of your home. Sat 11am- pm

Sun 10am-6pm

Calaveras County Fairgrounds

2465 Gun Club Road

For more information go to: Angels Camp, CA, 95222 https://www.tickettailor.com/events/ saintandrewssocietyofsanfrancisco/450555

For more information visit: http://celticheritagecelebration.com

10 MAY 2021 THE SAINT ANDREW’S SOCIETY OF SAN FRANCISCO Join Us on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube! Ever want to know what is happening with the Society in the next month, or even year? Join The Lions’ Gate is an imaginative, urban, permacul- us on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube where you can ture habitat based at Edinburgh Napier University’s connect with other Members, see what we are talk- ing about through the month and connect with a wee Merchiston Campus providing – garden, allotment, piece of Scotland! Our social media pages holds lots of outdoor laboratory, venue, performance, re-wilding, information about upcoming events, what people are and relaxation space. saying and how you can get involved if you wish! Click on the links below or type these addresses into The onset of the pandemic has highlighted the immediate your browser. need for outdoor places that inspire and protect. Here, stu- https://www.facebook.com/ dents, staff, local and international communities can safely; SaintAndrewsSocietyOfSanFrancisco https://www.instagram.com/standrewssocsf/ > Explore the environmental concerns of our age https://www.youtube.com/channel/ Reconnect with nature for restorative health > UCkjWxFGff1i8tDacyHZIcgA > Research sustainability and climate change You can also search for the Saint Andrew’s Society of San Francisco on Facebook and select “FOLLOW.” You > Investigate the a/effects of digital technology on the will then receive our latest news in your Facebook feed! environment It’s easy and will help you stay connected with us dur- ing this challenging time. Don’t hesitate to reach out if > Share knowledge you have any questions! > Have fun Best wishes, Irené (1st Vice President). For more details see our gardens and resources pages.

In a nutshell, The Lions’ Gate is an inclusive sustainability gardens project that seeks to create the right conditions for people to empower themselves.

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11 MAY 2021 THE SAINT ANDREW’S SOCIETY OF SAN FRANCISCO Meeting & Events Schedule Date Event / Topic Location / Notes

2021 Mon. May 17 Member Meeting (member social hour) via ZOOM Video Conference

Wed. Jun. 9 (6:00 pm – 7:30 pm) Whisky Wednesdays (The Whisky Shop) via ZOOM Video Conference Mon. Jun. 21 Member Meeting (speaker/topic tbd) via ZOOM Video Conference

Wed. Jul. 14 (6:00 pm – 7:30 pm) Whisky Wednesdays Rory Glasgow: Glenglassaugh Single Malt Distillery via ZOOM Video Conference Mon. Jul. 19 No Meeting (Summer Recess)

Wed. Aug. 11 (6:00 pm – 7:30 pm) Whisky Wednesdays via ZOOM Video Conference Mon. Aug. 16 No Meeting (Summer Recess)

TBD Caledonian Club’s 155th Highland Games & Gathering Pleasanton, CA Wed. Sept. 8 (6:00 pm – 7:30 pm) Whisky Wednesdays via ZOOM Video Conference Mon. Sept. 20 Member Meeting (speaker/topic tbd) via ZOOM Video Conference

Wed. Oct. 13 (6:00 pm – 7:30 pm) Whisky Wednesdays via ZOOM Video Conference Mon. Oct. 18 Member Meeting (speaker/topic tbd) via ZOOM Video Conference Sat. Oct. 23 John Muir Day / Earth Day celebration NPS - Martinez, CA

Wed. Nov. 10 (6:00 pm – 7:30 pm) Whisky Wednesdays via ZOOM Video Conference Mon. Nov. 15 Member Meeting via ZOOM Video Conference

Wed. Dec. 8 (6:00 pm – 7:30 pm) Whisky Wednesdays via ZOOM Video Conference Mon. Dec. 20 No Meeting due to December 31st. Hogmanay Celebration Fri. Dec. 31 Hogmanay Celebration via ZOOM Video Conference 2022

Mon. Jan. 17 Member Meeting (speaker/topic tbd) via ZOOM Video Conference Wed. Jan. 12 (6:00 pm – 7:30 pm) Whisky Wednesdays via ZOOM Video Conference Sat. Jan. 29 (5:00 pm – 8:00 pm) 160th Annual Robert Burns Supper via ZOOM Video Conference

Wed. Feb. 16 (6:00 pm – 7:30 pm) Whisky Wednesdays via ZOOM Video Conference Mon. Feb. 23 (7:30 pm) Member Meeting (speaker/topic tbd) via ZOOM Video Conference

Wed. Mar. 16 (6:00 pm – 7:30 pm) Whisky Wednesdays via ZOOM Video Conference Mon. Mar. 21 (7:30 pm) Member Meeting (speaker/topic tbd) via ZOOM Video Conference

Wed. Apr. 13 (6:00 pm – 7:30 pm) Whisky Wednesdays via ZOOM Video Conference Mon. Apr. 18 (7:30 pm) Member Meeting (speaker/topic tbd) via ZOOM Video Conference

Wed. May 11 (6:00 pm – 7:30 pm) Whisky Wednesdays via ZOOM Video Conference

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12 MAY 2021 THE SAINT ANDREW’S SOCIETY OF SAN FRANCISCO Trusted Partners A list of St. Andrew’s Society’s partner organizations, businesses and retailers.

The Erskine Home Grace Cathedral Bishopton 1100 St. Glasgow San Francisco, CA 94108 G12 8QQ PA7 5PU P: 415-749-6300 Scotland Scotland gracecathedral.org P: +44 (0)141 330 2000 P: +44 (0)141 814 4569 www.gla.ac.uk The Caledonian Club www.erskine.org.uk of San Francisco 312 Maple Avenue S. San Francisco, CA 94080 P: 415-885-6644 [email protected] caledonian.org British-American Business Council of Northern California Robert Louis Stevenson Museum John Muir Association 369 Pine Street, Suite 103 1490 Library Lane P.O. Box 2433 San Francisco, CA 94104 P.O. Box 23 Martinez, CA 94553 [email protected] St. Helena, CA 94574 P: 925-229-3857 babcsf.org P: 707-963-3757 johnmuirassociation.org [email protected] stevensonmuseum.org AmeriCeltic [email protected] americeltic.net

The University of Edinburgh The Peninsula Scottish Fiddlers Old College [email protected] South Bridge Institute of European Studies, thefiddlers.com Edinburgh University of California, Berkeley EH8 9YL 207 Moses Hall Scotland University of California, Berkeley P: +44 (0)131 650 1000 Berkeley, CA 94720-2316 www.ed.ac.uk P: 510-642-4555 [email protected] ies.berkeley.edu

About Us The Saint Andrew’s Officers of Fred Rutledge, Board of Student Society of the Society Foundation Chair Assistance San Francisco Francesca McCrossan, Board of Trustees Kitty Lenhart, 1088 Green Street President Chairperson San Francisco, CA David Campbell, Irené Waldman Costello, Chairperson Kristen Ferguson 94133-3604 1st VP Jean Allen Jean Allen 415-885-6644 Alex Sinclair, www.saintandrews 2nd VP Fred Rutledge Envoys societysf.org Jek Cunningham, Bard Iain Macdonald Roger Weed, Caledonian Gary Ketchen Club of SF Gary Ketchen, Kristy McKeating, Secretary Roger Weed, John Muir Newsletter Editor Board of Relief Richard Robertson, Association Treasurer Laurien Fiddes, David Walker, University Membership Meetings Chairperson Susan Goodier, of Edinburgh Meetings are held the Executive Administrator Jean Allen 3rd Monday of the Roger Weed, Librarian month, at 7:30 p.m. Light supper served before Laurien Fiddes, Chaplain the meeting. (Free valet Brian Cooper, Piper parking is provided for Bill Jaggers, Herald members’ meetings. muni: one block east of Hyde Jason D. Eiband, MD, St. cable car). Physician

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