WHY GLORIOUS GLENARM WILL Ulster-Scots Agency (Boord o Ulstér-Scotch) official publication SATURDAY JULY 8 2017 CAPTURE YOUR HEARTS - PAGE 16 Schomberg starlets honoured in front of capacity crowd at Reivers House

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Summer is upon us (even if the weather doesn’t always show Kirknarra School of Dance it), and with July and August comes a hectic period in the Ulster Scots community. Once again the Ulster-Scots Agency is providing funding to a variety of events and festivals across the province, details of which are included across pages 8 & 9. From the Dalriada Festival in the second week of this month through to the Broadisland Gathering taking us into early September, there is a variety of cultural showpieces to suit all age brackets. Just make sure you all get out and enjoy it! The 2017 pipe band season is back in full flow, with a number of competitions already having taken place in venues including Bangor and Lurgan Park. Details and pictures - and details of all the winners - are included on pages 10 & 11. Speaking of bands, there is a special feature on Milltown Accordion on page 14, while our Ulster-Scots Juvenile Pipe Band player in focus this issue is 17-year-old Chloe McGregor, who tells us how she was inspired by her dad Andy to take up the bagpipes at the age of just seven. Gordon Lucy’s article in his issue (page 13) focuses on Andrew Johnston, the 17th US President (his roots are in Mounthill near Larne), but the first to face impeachment proceedings almost 150 years ago. From the launch of the Ulster-Scots Agency’s new Ulster Science Roadshow (page 3), through to the Schomberg Society’s Reivers House visit attended by Arlene Foster (page 7), alongside regular Kirknarra dancers performing features such as Judith McLaughlin’s popular recipe (you can find at a recent competition this on page 15), I’m sure readers will find plenty of interest in this issue. t has been a busy couple of Enjoy your summer . . . and hopefully you’ll make a point months for the Schomberg’s of attending one or more of the many Ulster Scots-inspired Kirknarra School of Dance activities. Icompeting at many Competi- tions across the Province and Ian Crozier is Chief Executive of the Ulster Scots Agency also across the water in mainland Scotland.

The dance troupe have had much The Ulster-Scot success gaining many trophies, medals and awards at very high The official newspaper for the Ulster-Scots Agency / levels. As well as competing, the Tha Boord o Ulster-Scotch Kirknarra School of Dance have also been busy performing at many The Kirknarra Dance Troupe community events and festivals, Main office: including getting ready for many strength and there are busy times The Ulster-Scots Agency displays during The Reivers Fes- ahead with the many exciting events The Corn Exchange tival. The recent highlight for the the girls will be appearing at during 31 Gordon Street Kirknarra girls was certainly meet- The Reivers Festival. We would Belfast BT1 2LG ing Arlene Foster in Reivers House, encourage everyone to come along Telephone: (028) 9023 1113 and receiving their Highland Dance to the Eleventh Night Fax: (028) 9023 1898 certificates from her. The Kirknarra celebrations in Kilkeel and enjoy Email: [email protected] team were delighted to get an op- some special choreographed danc- portunity to chat to her about their ing from the girls, which is certainly International callers dialling the Ulster-Scots Agency: passion for Highland Dancing and not to be missed.” Europe - 00 44 28 9023 1113 Ulster-Scots culture. Australia - 00 11 44 28 9023 1113 For more on Arelene Foster’s visit Pictured: Arlene Foster MLA A spokesperson from Kirknarra presents Kirknarra Dancer Jasmin USA - 011 44 28 9023 1113 to Reivers House, where she made School of Dance said: “Our Dance more presentations, turn to page 7 Cullen with her Highland Dance school is growing from strength to certificate in Reivers House Regional office in Raphoe: The Ulster-Scots Agency William Street, Raphoe Co Donegal Telephone: +353 7 4917 3876 CLICK ON THIS... Email: [email protected] WORD Editor: Gary McDonald For details of what’s on check out our events calendar - Associate Editor: Catriona Holmes www.ulsterscotsagency.com/events OF THE ISSUE Production: The Irish News Printing: Interpress NI Limited For Ulster-Scots news - www.ulsterscotsagency.com/news Dander The Ulster-Scot next edition: Saturday September 9 To sign up for the Ulster-Scots E-Newsletter - Deadline for copy: Wednesday August 23 visit www.ulsterscotsagency.com/newsletter/ Contributors should note that publication of any subscribe/register your details and receive updates Meaning: submitted article is at the Editor’s discretion on the areas that you are most interested.

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new science roadshow for schools which encourages pupils to engage A with science by learning about famous Ulster-Scots scientists and inventors has been launched by the Ulster-Scots Agency.

Through the Ingenious Ulster Science Road- show pupils at 56 schools will have a fun and interactive opportunity to learn about science by participating in experiments which explain the science behind the inventions of famous Ulster-Scots like Harry Ferguson and in a range of subjects and we look forward John Dunlop; and the discoveries of William to working with colleagues in the education Thomson, Lord Kelvin, who was the greatest system to see how this and similar successful British scientist of the 19th Century. programmes can be rolled out across the Ulster-Scots Agency Chief Executive Ian country.” Crozier said: “Ulster-Scots have made an Science 2 Life, also known as Scientific Sue, enormous contribution to the development of has been commissioned to deliver the pro- the modern world through science and inno- gramme. Sue is dynamic and innovative in her vation. This is something that we should all approach to teaching as she endeavours to be proud of and it is important that children make STEM teaching simple,real and relevant should learn about these great Ulster-Scots to the modern world today. Sue has a vast and be inspired by them.” experience of teaching science world-wide to “This project is the Ulster-Scots Agency’s latest young and old. Previously Sue was awarded initiative to show how Ulster-Scots can play an the Guinness world record as teacher of the important part in the delivery of the curriculum largest practical science class! Discover Ulster-Scots Centre 13 miles of water, centuries of connections

VISIT THE DISCOVER et a whole different story at the as words many people use every day Discover Ulster-Scots Centre in • Large journey planner map highlighting other ULSTER-SCOTS CENTRE Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter. A Ulster-Scots places to visit VICTORIA STREET, CATHEDRAL QUARTER, BELFAST Gspacious exhibition gallery, open • Audio-visual terminals to watch films and Monday to Friday from 10 am until 4 pm and conduct research MONDAY– FRIDAY, 10AM–4PM entry is free of charge. • Display cases featuring rare artefacts and www.DiscoverUlsterScots.com Tel: 028 9043 6710 Ulster and Scotland are just 13 miles apart publications and at the Discover Ulster-Scots Centre you • Free Ulster-Scots literature can discover thousands of years of history, • Gift shop offering books, CDs and from the formation of the Giant’s Causeway tartanwares FREE (which links County Antrim with the Western The Centre is located within the historic Belfast ADMISSION Isles of Scotland) right up to the present day. Corn Exchange building which dates from The Discover Ulster-Scots Centre features: 1852. In 1859 the Corn Exchange hosted a • Exhibition panels covering ten major stories, major Robert Burns centenary event which was starting with the arrival of Edward Bruce in attended by Burns’ descendants who lived in 1315 the city. • Timeline room showing how events in Ulster For further information visit link with Scotland and the rest of the world www.discoverulsterscots.com or telephone • Language and literature area providing (028) 9043 6710 to speak to a member of EXHIBITION • LITERATURE • GIFTS examples of Ulster-Scots publishing, as well staff at the Discover Ulster-Scots Centre. 4 www.ulsterscotsagency.com SATURDAY JULY 8 2017 SATURDAY JULY 8 2017 Fun for all at the annual Dalriada Festival

ummer is now well and truly her Dalriada debut. The Fureys and Dublin in the air and that means the City Ramblers are just some more of the long-anticipated annual Dalriada festival’s music offerings on 15th and S 16th July. The community of Glenarm will Festival at Glenarm Castle in Co Antrim is brightening our days with the take up the baton from July 17, hosting announcement of this year’s programme an action-packed programme of sporting highlights. events and other entertainment including As Ireland’s most popular family festival, a duathlon, triathlon, super-endurocross, attracting over 30,000 visitors each year, rowing regatta and mountain bike enduro Dalriada is again presenting a cornucopia race. The festival will culminate with a of delights including music, food, sport and street fair, carnival and fireworks finale on children’s events sure to delight July 22. everyone. Set against the John Cunningham from Camlin says: spectacular backdrop of “Although we are a global engineering Glenarm Castle, visitors company, we endeavour to support local from near and far flock community initiatives and events. The Dalri- in their thousands ada Festival of Sport, Music and Food is rec- each year to enjoy ognised as one of Northern Ireland’s biggest the atmosphere and cultural family events and The Camlin Group entertainment of is honoured to be once again the titled spon- this magical festival sor of such a fantastic festival. This event which continues to thousands of Northern Ireland’s first ever Mussel Eating certainly helps to boost the economy and go from strength-to- fans to the event. Competition, sponsored by The Fullerton indeed tourism for the entire Antrim Coast strength. Dalriada Festival Arms in Ballintoy. and we wish all the team continued success The Camlin Group is also welcomes the Due to popular demand, this year’s festival for 2017.” once again the titled return of the annual kicks off on July 14, a day earlier than Cool FM and Downtown Radio, as well as sponsor and for the first County Antrim Pipe previous years, with the return of Ireland’s The Belfast Telegraph and Sunday Life time ever, the official Peppa Band Championships, The favourite country star, Nathan Carter, are the media partners. Day Passes & Pig characters will meet and greet Nation’s Strongman Champi- sponsored by The Sitting Room Hairdress- Camping Packages for July 15 and 16 are the kids on July 15 and 16. This children’s onships and an exciting addition to the ing in Ballymena. Donna Taggart, whose on sale via www.dalriadafestival.co.uk favourite is set to equal the phenomenal festival - Northern Ireland’s first ever Wife single ‘Jealous of the Angels’ has received Concert Tickets for both concerts are also success of last year’s meet and greet with Carrying Championships. Another ‘first’ for Global success and has now reached 85 on sale via www.dalriadafestival.co.uk or Nickelodeon’s PAW Patrol which attracted Dalriada and indeed Northern Ireland is million views on Facebook, will be making www.ticketmaster.ie www.ulsterscotsagency.com www.ulsterscotsagency.com 5 SATURDAY JULY 8 2017 The unknown emigrants on the Friends’ Goodwill and the journey to a new land

n May 1717 a small ship made her lived up to their name when it came to re- way out of Larne Harbour and along ceiving other non-conformists into the city, I not least because the Ulster families, per- the Antrim coast past Islandmagee, heading south and then charting a ceived no doubt as less-refined, continued route across the Atlantic to Boston in to arrive in numbers. The following year Massachusetts. a more organised emigration led by Rev. James McGregor, brought 900 people from She was, as far as we can define, the first Londonderry, Macosquin and Coleraine. specific emigrant ship from Ulster in the They would settle at New Londonderry 18th century, her 52 passengers hoping in New Hampshire, their story and their for a new and better life across the names well documented. Atlantic. Her name was the Friends’ The Friends’ Goodwill story offers no Goodwill. such documentation. In September 1717 To some extent she is a mystery ship, the City Commissioners in Boston were records have not survived of the passen- apparently informed that ‘49 miserable ger list and there is some confusion about persons arrived from ‘ye North of Ireland the name of the captain. However we do on a single vessel’. If this report is to be know that her voyage was a long believed, they were advised that they one, lasting until September were not particularly welcome 1717 when she limped and should leave Boston. into Boston Harbour. We do not know for sure The vessel encoun- that this was a reference tered a storm which to the Friends’ Goodwill left the passengers passengers, but it does weak and ill, while highlight the general food ran low due view of emigrants from to the length of Ulster in the city at delays caused by bad that time. weather. Provisions We do know of several had been obtained from people who arrived in another vessel encoun- Boston in September 1717 tered en route, but food was from the north of Ireland, but, nevertheless being rationed again, cannot say whether they and running low as was fresh water. sailed on the Friends’ Goodwill. It was reported that the crew caught The arrivals included James McFarlane sharks and dolphins for food and collected from County Antrim, who originally settled rain water on the deck. in Lancaster County in Pennsylvania and Brown, William Dawson, Thomas Crawford, but what the Friends’ Goodwill and the The historical account of the voyage tells who was one of the founders of Derry David Hood, William McKenny, and John 1718 voyage can claim is that they were us that by September things were so bad Presbyterian Church there. Another arrival Toulon who followed a similar trail into the first organised emigration efforts in the that lots were drawn as to who would be in Boston that September was Carrickfer- Chester County and then Cumberland 18th century. eaten first when the worst extremity came. gus man John Patterson, who was in Ches- County in Pennsylvania. As the century wore on, there was to be Thankfully, this dire situation did not arise ter County in Pennsylvania by the following Immigrants to New England, 1700-1775 a massive influx of emigrants from Ulster, and during the second week of September, January. A James Patterson, probably a compiled by Ethel Stanwood Bolton also almost all of them Presbyterians. Most over three and a half months after leaving brother or a son, also appears at the same lists early settlers, many of them arriving sailed further south and certainly did not Larne, the Friends’ Goodwill crept into time. Another Carrickfergus man appeared the following year with the larger emigra- attempt to settle in the Puritan heartland Boston Harbour. in September 1717 in the city and his tion group. But in 1717 a Margaret Allen of Boston. There is an account of a Boston proved less welcoming to the Ul- name was Thomas Brenan. Among other arrived in Boston from Ireland and the Presbyterian church which was being built ster-Scots, or Scotch-Irish emigrants than possible Friends’ Goodwill passengers are Court of the Sessions of the Peace 1715- in the area being pulled down overnight they had hoped. The Puritans in Boston James McFadden, Robert Blackwood, John 18 in the city details that an innkeeper and an individual account of a man who named John Langdon of Boston paid £18 had arrived on the ship “Elizabeth” in No- for four years’ service, suggesting that vember 1719 being warned out of the city. Margaret was ‘indentured’ - having paid for What prompted the early emigrants on the Friends’ Goodwill voyage timeline her passage by allowing the ship’s captain Friends’ Goodwill to cross the Atlantic? to indenture her for the set period, not Without knowing who they were we cannot In May, 1717 a small ship made her way out of Larne Harbour and an unusual means of getting across the be specific as to why they decided to emi- charted a route across the Atlantic to Boston Atlantic for those without capital. grate. We do know that the years between One passenger on the Friends’ Goodwill 1714 and 1719 were drought years in Supplies were running so low for the 52 passengers - who set sail hoping - when we do have a record - was Widow Ireland, which had a major impact on crops for a better life - that the crew reportedly caught sharks and dolphins for Gibson, who arrived from the north of and resulted in food prices being driven food and collected rain water on the deck Ireland the following year with two children. up. In 1716, the year before the departure Another passenger on the ship was named of the Friends’ Goodwill, sheep were affect- The voyage lasted until September 1717 when she limped into Boston James Hannah. This entry in the “Sessions ed by the destructive disease known as Harbour of the Peace for Suffolk County” at least ‘rot’ while severe frosts, occurring across proves that the ship was making regular Europe, ensured continued reductions and The following year a more organised emigration brought 900 people from voyages from Ireland, probably conveying availability of food as well as its increasing Londonderry, Macosquin and Coleraine - they would settle at New goods as well as passengers. cost. Londonderry in New Hampshire Unless a ship’s list appears from some Such factors, individually and more archive, we will never know for sure who significantly combined, may have been To mark its 300th anniversary, Larne’s Friends’ Goodwill was on the small vessel that crept across those which prompted the passengers on Festival was held in Larne in May - a commemorative plaque was unveiled the Atlantic in 1717. We know that she the Friends’ Goodwill to seek new lives and a service took place at the emigrant memorial in the Curran Park was not the first vessel to convey passen- elsewhere. gers into the region, any more than the One thing we can be sure about and know McGregor ships were the following year, very well: they were the first of many. 6 www.ulsterscotsagency.com SATURDAY JULY 8 2017 SATURDAY JULY 8 2017 Ulster-Scots Juvenile Pipe Band One-to-one with Chloe McGregor by Victoria Catterson

People often say the love of pipe bands runs in families; so when through playing with the Ulster Scots Agency Juvenile Pipe Band. your father is one of the country’s most well-known and well-liked The opportunities the band offers are endless, the events and trips piping tutors, you’re expected to have the piping bug too. away really make you appreciate the whole world of piping and It seems Chloe McGregor caught the bug at a young age, so she drumming. was taught by dad, Andy, when she was seven. She may still be a teenager but the well experienced piper How often do you practice? competes in 3B and enjoys the many opportunities being a piper I find it hard to make time between school and work although I try to provides her with; including trips to Dubai, Brittany and Russia. practice my bagpipes and/or chanter once a day even if it is just to he Co. Down Section of the Royal keep them going. Scottish Pipe Band Association Age: 17 (RSPBANI) were pleased to wel- School: Slemish College, Ballymena Is there anything you aspire to achieve in piping - for example T come their first ever Lord Mayor Band: Clogher and District, previously involved with Cullybackey winning the worlds, playing in Grade One or winning solo to act as ‘Chieftain of the Day’ at the Pipe Band. competitions? annual Craigavon & District Pipe Band and I aspire to compete in a grade one final at the Worlds, obviously Drum Major Championships in Lurgan Park How long have you been piping? becoming a world champion would be a major achievement. recently. I have been piping since I was around the age of 7. So roughly Organised in partnership with Armagh City, ten years, though it took me a couple of years to be able to Are there any pipers in particular that you enjoy listening to/ Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council, get a set of bagpipes because I was initially too small for the aspire to play like? the event, held in wall to wall sunshine, saw instrument. Stuart Liddell is a player that I think highly of, he makes piping look 42 pipe bands and 60 drum majors so easy through his effortless style of playing. I should probably say competing in the various con- How/Where did you learn to pipe? my I enjoy listening to my dad too! test grades. Addressing the My dad taught me how to play. Though at the time I was in gathering, Alderman Gareth Cullybackey Pipe Band as I always looked up to my dad while What advice would you give to someone who would like to Wilson (Lord Mayor of playing with them. start piping? Armagh City, Banbridge For anyone wanting to start - keep at it, it is so frustrating and hard and Craigavon Borough What attracted you to piping and/or pipe bands? at the start but eventually once you have got the hang of it and your Council) said he was Watching my dad playing and growing up within the background instrument is comfortable; playing them will be a pleasure. You may blown away with the of pipe bands got me interested in piping. For as long as I can be the only person out of your friends to play; don’t let that put you efforts of the RSPBANI remember I always wanted to be involved and play the bagpipes. off. Also, the opportunities piping/drumming offer are once in a County Down Section lifetime. in bringing this event to What do you enjoy most about piping and performing with the To follow the you pipers and drummers visit www.facebook.com/ Lurgan Park. There was Ulster Scots Juvenile Pipe Band? ulsterscotsjuvenilepipeband. To find out more about the teaching plenty of entertainment I love meeting so many people from a variety of backgrounds programme visit www.mspd.co.uk on offer with a wide range of delicious food at the cui- sine court, a staged area with cultural music and dancing along Flagship presentation recognises pupils’ Ulster-Scots commitment with face painting, balloon modelling and a kid’s fairground zone to keep the little ones The staff and pupils of Killowen undertook a 10 week starter As well as completing 18 Primary School in Coleraine programme whereby the Agency months of intensive learning, a have received an award for organised for nine different tu- significant number of the pupils recently completing their tors, each delivering a different who took Lambeg lessons have Ulster Scots Flagship School subject to visit the school. qualified for their OCN Entry Programme. On the tenth week, the staff and Level in that instrument with Killowen PS is a particularly pupils chose three themes/sub- others in receipt of Certificates active school and has been jects they wished to focus on. of Merit for their participation. engaged with the Ulster-Scots The three subjects carried on The award was presented to Agency for some years now. by the pupils of Killowen were the school by Gary Blair, an To qualify for the award, the Drama, Scottish Country Dance Ulster-Scots Agency Education teachers and pupils in Killowen and Lambegs. Officer. Kilrea PS celebrate

Karen Stinson, Principal of Kilrea PS receiving the Ulster Scots Flagship Award from Gary Blair on recognition of three years study of the Ulster Scots language and culture www.ulsterscotsagency.com www.ulsterscotsagency.com 7 SATURDAY JULY 8 2017 Arlene Foster in Reivers House visit

The Schomberg Society were delighted to welcome distinguished guest Arlene Foster on a recent visit to Reivers House, where she presented many young members of the Society with examination certificates and awards for Highland Dance, traditional Fife and Scottish Fiddle. Reivers House was packed to capacity and Mrs Foster received a very warm welcome from the assembled children, parents, members of the Schomberg Society and invited guests. The afternoon kicked off with a showcase of Ulster-Scots music and Alana Houston of Kirknarra School of Dance dance including performances from the was thrilled to receive her Highland Dance award winning Kirknarra School of Dance, Certificate by Arlene Foster the Schomberg’s own junior Fife and Drum and The Reivers Folk Orchestra ensemble. There was a fantastic atmosphere in the Schomberg’s Ulster-Scots hub as each child in turn was presented with their certificates and awards by the former First Minister, Schomberg Society representatives (L-R) Gareth Crozier, Roberta Heaney, who was delighted to meet the children Richard McKee and James Donaldson were delighted to welcome Arlene and took much time with each individual Foster and Diane Forsythe to their Ulster-Scots Centre, Reivers House for photographs and to chat about their passion for Ulster-Scots. Two young Pictured left: members of the Schomberg Society, Jasmin Young members Cullen and Steven Burns were honoured to of the make a special presentation of a bouquet Schomberg of flowers to Mrs Foster on behalf of all of Society Jasmin the young folk who had received awards Cullen and and certificates on the evening. Steven Burns To finish of the event, the Chairperson of make a special the Schomberg Society, Gareth Crozier presentation to proposed a vote of thanks to everyone who Arlene Foster supported the event and especially Mrs Delighted Kirknarra dancer Lucie Annett is Foster who had travelled so far and had presented with her Highland Dance Award by taken the time out of her busy schedule Arlene Foster to visit Reivers House and also to Diane Forsythe who helped make arrangements and presentation ceremony, the former the Kingdom of Mourne. The Schomberg commented: “We are very proud that there for the visit. Gareth also expressed thanks First Minister was given a guided tour of Society would like to take this opportunity are so many young folk here in the Kingdom and gratitude of behalf of the Schomberg the Ulster-Scots displays, artefacts and to congratulate all of young members who of Mourne learning about their Ulster- Society to the Ulster-Scots Agency for murals in Reivers House and met with have worked so hard during the past year to Scots music and dance traditions and their continued support for our Ulster- representatives of the Schomberg Society achieve much success in the field of Ulster- gaining qualifications and knowledge which Scots music and dance tuition classes to discuss the importance of Ulster-Scots Scots music and dance. will empower them to go on to be future and examinations. Following the awards culture, heritage and language here in A spokesperson from the Society ambassadors for Ulster-Scots culture.”

Some of the Schomberg Society’s young members with Arlene Foster and Diane Forsythe after receiving their Ulster-Scots examination certificates 8 www.ulsterscotsagency.com SATURDAY JULY 8 2017

he Schomberg Fife and Drum and Kirknarra Schomberg participate in ‘The Royal Landing’ TSchool of Dance were delighted to participate in the annual ‘Royal Landing of King William’ Pageant in Carrick- fergus ahead of the Eleventh Night celebrations.

On arriving, the members of the Kirknarra School of Dance performed a selection of specially choreographed dances, followed by the Schomberg Fife and Drum performing a medley of traditional tunes during the street concert in the morning. The Pageant got quickly underway and the Schomberg Fife and Drum enjoyed parading to the castle and then onto the pier for the arrival of King William landing in Carrickfergus. A spokesperson from the Schomberg Society commented: “We were thrilled to once again participate in this excellent event. The landing of King William into Ulster is a very important part of our Ulster-Scots history and it was great to have so many young members accompanying the Schomb- erg Fife and Drum, dressed in period cos- tume from the time.” The next appearance for the Schomberg Fife and Drum band will be on the Eleventh Night in Kilkeel. The Schomberg Society would encourage everyone to come along and join in on their Eleventh Night Celebrations, where there will be performances from many living history re-enactments, bands, dancers, musicians and much much more before the night finishes with a fireworks extravaganza. Everyone will be more than welcome! Reivers Festival 2017 to be the largest and most exciting yet Anticipation builds ahead of Belfast Tattoo This year’s Schomberg Annual this year’s Eleventh Night Celebrations, it as enjoying performances by local soloists, Reivers Ulster-Scots Festival is is always the highlight of the Festival and dancers and musicians - there will certainly planned to be the largest and we have so much planned this year that it be something for everyone to enjoy. certainly will not be a night to miss out on. “As you can all see, we have a very busy busiest yet with many new events, “And remember if you can’t make it to the and exciting programme lined up for this activities and performers. celebrations, tune in on Fusefm Mourne summer. We are all very excited about The Eleventh Afternoon concert and as it will all be broadcast live on our local this year’s Reivers Festival and we would Eleventh Night Pageant and Open Air Ulster-Scots Radio Station. Their July 11 welcome everyone to come along to our Concert has now become one of the largest celebration creates an excellent opportunity events during the fortnight; sample our rich Eleventh Night events across the Prov- for the whole community to come together Ulster-Scots culture and traditions and be ince, attracting thousands of visitors and and take pride in our Ulster-Scots culture part of what is one of the highlights every spectators. This year, The Reivers Festival and heritage, something that we are all very year for everyone in Reivers House. has planned to build upon this by reaching proud of here in the Kingdom of Mourne. “The Eleventh Afternoon and Eleventh Night out to a larger national audience and have “The Eleventh Afternoon Concert in the celebrations are the highlight of the festival organised for the first time on the Eleventh lower Square, Kilkeel, will also be a busy and they would welcome everyone to come Night, a major Ulster-Scots Battle of the event, where we are looking forward to once and join in with the crack and enjoy Boyne Re-Enactment, which will feature again welcoming back famous county singer celebrating what is a very important part of horses, living history characters, canons Ritchie Remo for a special performance, live Ulster-Scots culture and identity. and gunfire. Following the re-enactment, on Fusefm Mourne. “The Reivers Festival would like to thank famous strongman Glenn Ross and Giant “We are also delighted that popular Live funders who have supported this year’s Highland Strongmen will also be perform- Streamer Davy Kerr will be travelling to Reivers Festival, the Ulster-Scots Agency, ing a show of Highland Games in the field Kilkeel to broadcast and perform during Newry, Mourne and Down District Council for the first time, along with renowned our afternoon celebrations. For any folk and the Big Lottery Fund. They would also Ulster-Scots enthusiast Willie Drennan out there who enjoy a bit of dancing, jiver like to thank the local Ulster-Scots Radio performing in the Open Air Concert in the Robert Irvine and his team will be coming Station, Fusefm Mourne, whose team will Demonstration field. As always, there will along and jiving with Ritchie Remo, so get be broadcasting and presenting live from be the traditional Bonfire, stalls, a lot of your dancing shoes on and come and join in many of our Festival events.” children’s entertainment, exhibitions, cook- on the crack.” ery demonstrations, historical campfires, The spokesperson added: “This Eleventh For more information about the Reivers highland dancing, drum majoring, all before Afternoon celebrations has really grew in Ulster-Scots Festival, please contact the the night finishes off with the traditional size over the past couple of years and this Reivers Festival Society on 028 4176 Eleventh Night Scary Band and the Lambeg is something we intend to build upon. We 9678/07753222553, email; schomberg@ Drums. would encourage everyone to come along schombergsociety.plus.com or like them A spokesperson from The Reivers Festival and enjoy the live performances by all of our on Facebook; Schomberg Mourne commented: “We are all very excited about special guest performers and acts, as well Ulster-Scots www.ulsterscotsagency.com www.ulsterscotsagency.com 9 SATURDAY JULY 8 2017 Schomberg participate in ‘The Royal Landing’

Reivers Festival 2017 to be the largest and most exciting yet Community Festivals 2017 Anticipation builds ahead of Belfast Tattoo This year’s Schomberg Annual The Ulster-Scots Agency is providing funding to a The Festival has received many thousands of visitors Reivers Ulster-Scots Festival is variety of festivals across the province during over the years making it not only locally relevant but planned to be the largest and 2017 with many successful events planned for the also servicing a wider global market. THE 2017 BELFAST TATTOO summer months and beyond. busiest yet with many new events, Cultural Garden Fete and Vintage Rally The SSE Arena, Belfast activities and performers. Kingdom of Dalriada Ulster-Scots Festival Maghera Parish Caring Association are August 31, September 1-2 7.30pm The Eleventh Afternoon concert and This year’s festival see a date change from its regular hosting a festival from July 29 – 30 2017. Eleventh Night Pageant and Open Air July slot to November 28 - December 2, 2017. The The festival will be taking place in the Maghera Parish Concert has now become one of the largest festival will feature a vast array of activities and events Rectory grounds on both days. The final line-up for The Colin Wasson, producer - The Eleventh Night events across the Prov- with something to suit everyone, from Artisan market, The programme will include performances by Sollus 2017 Belfast Tattoo is Belfast Tattoo said: “The 2016 ince, attracting thousands of visitors and history talks, poetry recitals, Ulster- Scots language Highland Dancers, music by Desertmartin Accordion Belfast Tattoo was, without spectators. This year, The Reivers Festival workshops and much more. Band, Cranny Pipe Band, Curragh Silver Band, Donegal now confirmed and the doubt, the biggest and most has planned to build upon this by reaching Choir and Ritchie Remo. headline performers memorable show we have out to a larger national audience and have Maiden City Festival will be The Band Of The presented to date. organised for the first time on the Eleventh Maiden City Festival will take place in Derry-London- Royal 13th at Scarva Royal Air Force College, The 2017 Belfast Tattoo sees Night, a major Ulster-Scots Battle of the derry from August 5 - 12. The Maiden City Festival The Royal 13th annual demonstration at Scarva in Co. under the direction of the start of the RAF Centenary Boyne Re-Enactment, which will feature - bringing the old city to life through music, dance, Down, N. Ireland, is one of the Black Institution’s most Celebrations in the UK. horses, living history characters, canons theatre and pageant. Now in its 19th year, the Maiden colourful and well attended events. Squadron Leader Richard The Belfast Tattoo is very proud and gunfire. Following the re-enactment, City Festival is returning once again with an exciting Held traditionally on the July 13 each year Precepto- Murray. to be at the forefront of these famous strongman Glenn Ross and Giant mix of entertainment throughout the week and some ries from Portadown, Newry, Tandragee, Markethill, They will be joined by The celebrations, not only Highland Strongmen will also be perform- new highlights for 2017. The Festival usually sees Banbridge, Rathfriland and Lower Iveagh take part Queen’s Colour Squadron, 63 welcoming the RAF College ing a show of Highland Games in the field around 40,000 people taking part in some aspect of along with many national and international visitors. Squadron, Royal Air Force Band, the longest established for the first time, along with renowned the Festival over its 7 days. The Royal Black Institution’s annual parade with all its Regiment, who will make their band within the RAF Family, Ulster-Scots enthusiast Willie Drennan splendour brings thousands of Knights and Bandsmen debut appearance in Northern but also for the first time ever, performing in the Open Air Concert in the The Broadisland Gatherin’ 2017 together in a spectacular turnout as they parade be- Ireland at The 2017 Belfast The Queens Colour Squadron Demonstration field. As always, there will The Broadisland Gathering was founded in 1993, hind the red and black of their banners through Scarva Tattoo. - the premier marching display be the traditional Bonfire, stalls, a lot of and annually attracts considerable numbers of Ulster Village to Scarvagh House. The Belfast Tattoo is now firmly team amongst all the Services. children’s entertainment, exhibitions, cook- Scots and those with an interest in Ulster Scot culture established as an annual event The Belfast Tattoo grows from ery demonstrations, historical campfires, to what is normally a quiet Ulster village, located with- Stewart’s Castle Festival, Newtownstewart for the city, and is delighted to strength to strength each year, highland dancing, drum majoring, all before in sight of the Scottish coast. Newtownstewart Flute band are hosting the Stewart’s be continually drawing people and this can only be achieved the night finishes off with the traditional Running from August 27 until September 3, the Broad- Castle Festival from July 8-11 2017 at Ardstraw Foot- from outside the city to attend with your support. Eleventh Night Scary Band and the Lambeg island Gatherin’ is now in its 25th year and is the ball Club and pitches. the spectacle of this amazing We look forward now to The Drums. longest established Ulster-Scots Festival in Northern The festival will see a mix of sports, music, history production, and that overseas 2017 Belfast Tattoo which A spokesperson from The Reivers Festival Ireland. and a Tattoo as part of their programme. visitors are growing year on will be bigger and better than commented: “We are all very excited about year. 2016.” 10 www.ulsterscotsagency.com SATURDAY JULY 8 2017 SATURDAY JULY 8 2017 Ards and North Down open Pipe Band season in style

he Ards and North Down Pipe Band Pipe Major Richard Parkes MBE Championships, the first pipe band (left in front row) and Field T Marshal Montgomery Pipe Band championship of the 2017 season, was held at Castle Grounds, Bangor on pictured entering the competition arena at the Ards Saturday May 13. and North Down Pipe Band The ‘Chieftain of the gatherin’ was Alderman Championships Deborah Girvan (Mayor of Ards and North Down) who took the salute and presented the prizes. The Grade 1 winner was Field Marshal Montgomery Pipe Band and the Grade 1 runner-up was the Vale of Atholl Pipe Band, Scotland. The other winners were: Grade 2 - Manor- cunningham, Grade 3a - New Ross & District, Grade 3b - Battlehill, Grade 4a - St Mary’s Derrytrasna and Grade 4b - Gransha. The drum major winners were Adult Grade - Lauren Hanna (Lomond & Clyde Pipe Band, Scotland), Juvenile Grade - Emma Barr (Field Marshal Montgomery Pipe Band), Junior Grade - Jamie Cupples (Aughintober Pipe Band) and Novice Grade - Louise Smiton (Closkelt Pipe Band).

Drum major winners at the Ards and North Down Pipe Band Champion- ships at Bangor. Adult Grade: Lauren Hanna (Lomond & Clyde Pipe Band, George Ussher (RSPBA President), Alderman Deborah Girvan, Chieftain of the Scotland), Juvenile Grade: Emma Barr (Field Marshal Montgomery Pipe gatherin’ (Mayor of Ards and North Down) and Winston Pinkerton (RSPBANI Band), Junior Grade: Jamie Cupples (Aughintober Pipe Band) and Novice President) pictured at the Ards and North Down Pipe Band Championships Grade: Louise Smiton (Closkelt Pipe Band)

Pictured centre enjoying the day is little Noah Torrington

Vale of Atholl Pipe Band pictured against the backdrop of Bangor Castle after playing at the Ards and North Down Pipe Band Championships. Included are Adrian Cramb, Pipe Major (left in back row) and Adrian Hoy, Leading Drummer (left in front row) www.ulsterscotsagency.com www.ulsterscotsagency.com 11 SATURDAY JULY 8 2017 Ulster-Scots Juvenile Pipe Band Craigavon & District Pipe Band One-to-one with Chloe McGregor by Victoria Catterson and Drum Major Championships is another glorious success

he Co. Down Section of the Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association T (RSPBANI) were pleased to wel- come their first ever Lord Mayor to act as ‘Chieftain of the Day’ at the annual Craigavon & District Pipe Band and Drum Major Championships in Lurgan Park recently. Organised in partnership with Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council, the event, held in wall to wall sunshine, saw 42 pipe bands and 60 drum majors competing in the various con- test grades. Addressing the gathering, Alderman Gareth Wilson (Lord Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council) said he was blown away with the efforts of the RSPBANI entertained. The main winners on the day were: County Down Section Once again a feature of Grade 1 - Pipes and Drums of the Police Ser- in bringing this event to this championship was vice of Northern Ireland. Grade 2 - Closkelt. Lurgan Park. There was the inclusion of a raffle Grade 3A - Drumlough. Grade 3B - Battlehill. plenty of entertainment for a set of bagpipes Grade 4A - St. Mary’s Derrytrasna and Grade on offer with a wide range donated by R G Hardie & 4B - Kildoag. The main drum major winners of delicious food at the cui- Co (Glasgow) which raised were: Novice Grade - Louis Anderson (Crozier sine court, a staged area with £1000 for the chosen charity, Memorial), Junior Grade - Jamie Cupples cultural music and dancing along NI Children’s Hospice. The winner (Aughintober), Juvenile Grade - Emma Barr with face painting, balloon modelling and a of the bagpipes was Robert Smyth from (Field Marshal Montgomery) and Adult Grade kid’s fairground zone to keep the little ones Ardrossan. - Jason Price (Ravara). 12 www.ulsterscotsagency.com SATURDAY JULY 8 2017 SATURDAY JULY 8 2017 Schomberg’s Fusefm Mourne in full voice this summer

usefm Mourne 106.2fm are once w Pirette Mel, Linda Bryans, Natasha Truesdale and again broadcasting live from Ruth Annett in the Fuse FM Mourne Studio F Studio One with the ‘Early Bird Show’ running to midnight for a duration of two weeks. A spokesperson from the Fusefm Mourne Team said: “We are delighted that the UK’s Strongest Man Glenn Ross officially launched our Summer Broadcast live from Studio Two on Wednesday June 28 at 7pm, along wtih a showcase of local Ulster-Scots musicians, soloists, choirs and performers. “We would encourage everyone to tune in daily on 106.2fm or online at www. fusefmmourne.co.uk from 7am – midnight, and we look forward to welcoming many new and well known faces into the Studio for short interviews, chats and a daily ‘Thought For the Day’ aired on 106.2fm at 10am. “Fusefm Mourne has continued to grow from strength to strength and we are delighted to be welcoming a new batch of young broadcast and Fusefm Mourne is looking forward to pop- our local community and of course, pro- Ulster-Scots media we would like ular Live Streamer Davy Kerr also joining moting our Ulster-Scots identity!” students who have to take this our live broadcast and performing live on The Schomberg Society would like to take been undertaking opportunity to air during the Concert. Later that evening, this opportunity to thank the Ulster-Scots media and commu- thank all of the from 7.30pm, Fusefm Mourne will also be Agency for supporting this project and all nications training in local businesses, doing a live broadcast from the Eleventh local businesses who have sponsored preparation to broad- whose support has Night Pageant and Open Air Concert to end community radio station, Fusefm Mourne. cast and present on the been most appreci- the celebrations of our summer broadcast They would encourage all our listeners radio. As well as young ated!” of 2017, something certainly not to be to tune in and send in your requests faces, we are also thrilled to Fusefm Mourne would missed! and dedications on 106.2fm and online be welcoming some ‘older’ faces encourage everyone to come A spokesperson from Fusefm Mourne at www.fusefmmourne.co.uk. For a full to the team including the President of the along and enjoy the live celebrations added: “There is already a great buzz in schedule, please check out our website! Chamber of Commerce, Cliff Coulter and which will be taking place on Tuesday July the Kingdom of Mourne in anticipation for Fusefm Mourne looks forward to joining the Principal of Brackenagh West Primary 11 from the Lower Square, Kilkeel at 1pm our Summer broadcast! Once again, we you live on 106.2fm and online as we School, Michael Peacock.” where the famous Country Singer Ritchie will be encouraging as many people to get prepare for what will be an entertaining A spokesperson from Fusefm Mourne com- Remo will be once again be performing! involved through requests, dedications, time for everyone in Reivers House and mented: “We are absolutely overwhelmed Due to demand, the ‘Hit The Diff’ Star Ulster-Scots brainteasers and of course all of our dedicated listeners at Fusefm by the response we have already received will be joined live on air with other local make sure to let us know about your Mourne. regarding our broadcast. It is great to soloists, groups and acts, as well as per- Ulster-Scots and community events as Fusefm Mourne....Dinnae Houl Yer Wheest - see so many folk excited and enjoying the formances by renowned jiver Robert Irvine. Fusefm Mourne is all about supporting For we’re still here!

Mid Armagh Community Network recently held their Annual Concert at MACN light up Marketplace the Marketplace Theatre, Armagh.

The Concert was on the theme of famous Ulster Scots, including Harry Ferguson, WF Marshall, President Andrew Jackson and Dolly Parton with tributes in both music and dance. Performing were the fiddle orchestra, highland dancers, folk group and guitar group and the theatre was packed to capacity. Compere for the evening was Gary Wilson. www.ulsterscotsagency.com www.ulsterscotsagency.com 13 SATURDAY JULY 8 2017 Andrew Johnson and his Impeachment

There has been growing speculation that Donald Trump will not serve his full term and could face impeachment proceedings. Whether this proves to be the case or not, here we take a look at the career of Andrew Johnson, the first US President to face impeachment proceedings - almost 150 years ago. By Gordon Lucy

ndrew Johnston, the seventeenth high crimes and misdemeanours.’ Impeach- President of the United States, “It is often said in ments are brought by the House of Repre- Awas an Ulster-Scot whose grand- sentatives (the lower house of Congress) father left Mounthill, near Larne, American politics, the and are tried by the Senate (the upper and had settled in America around 1750. house). Conviction requires a two-thirds vote, qualities that look good with punishment confined to removal from Andrew was born on 29 December 1808 in an election campaign office. into dire poverty in Raleigh, North Carolina. In 1868 the House of Representatives He did not attend school and started work- do not always make for impeached Andrew Johnson for dismissing ing for at tailor at the age of 13. In 1826 he Stanton in violation of the 1867 Tenure of moved to Tennessee and settled in Green- a great president. Offices Act and accused him of seeking to ville where he started his own tailor’s shop, Johnson is usually obstruct Congress’s programme of Recon- which proved to be a great success. The struction. following year, he married the 16-year-old ranked by historians as In June 1789 James Madison, who was to Elizabeth McCardle, daughter of a County become the fourth President of the United Tyrone bootmaker. The success of Johnson’s being among the worst States, had contended that the power to tailoring business enabled him to employ remove a Cabinet member resided exclusive- assistants and gave him the resources to US presidents.” ly with the President and Johnson believed invest profitably in real estate. It also gave that remained the position. him status and standing in his local com- Johnson was confident that he would be vin- munity and the opportunity to hold a variety dicated by the Supreme Court (and in 1926 of public offices. In 1830, when he was still leagues, dismayed onlookers and appalled in the North rendered conciliation well-nigh the Supreme Court validated Johnson’s only 22, he became Mayor of Greenville. He Northern opinion. His critics unfairly claimed impossible. position in Myers v. United States). served two terms in the Tennessee State that he was a habitual drunkard. Less than Radical Republicans – men of the stamp of The Senate voted 35 for conviction and 19 Legislature and two years in the Tennessee five weeks later he was president. Thaddeus Stevens of Pennsylvania, Charles for acquittal. Significantly, despite the over- State Senate,before his election as governor Johnson was the first vice-president to suc- Sumner of Massachusetts and Benjamin whelming Republican majority in the Senate, of Tennessee in 1853 and US Senator in ceed to the presidency upon the assassina- Wade of Ohio – were determined to punish this fell one vote short of the necessary two- 1857. tion of his predecessor but as is often said the South for secession, whereas Johnson thirds majority, so the impeachment failed. In the mid-nineteenth century East Tennes- in American politics, the qualities that look wanted to bring the South back into the Thereafter Johnson dropped his obstruc- see was a region of subsistence farming good in an election campaign do not always Union as quickly as possible. tion to the congressional Reconstruction where slave owners were few and slaves make for a great president. Johnson is usu- In March 1867 radical Republicans passed, programme and served out his term without almost non-existent. Politically, the region ally ranked by historians as being among the over Johnson’s veto, a Reconstruction Act further incident and without seeking a opposed secession and represented the worst US presidents. which enfranchised Negroes (the terminol- second term. largest bloc of pro-Union sentiment in This is not altogether fair. Filling the shoes ogy of the day) and disenfranchised former During Johnson’s Presidency the United the South. 30,000 Tennesseans served of America’s greatest President was always Confederates. In the same month they States purchased Alaska from Russia for in the Union Army. Johnson represented going to be difficult and Johnson lacked passed a Tenure of Office Act which prohib- just over $7 million. Andrew Johnson made this pro-Union sentiment and was the only Lincoln’s great political skills. According ited presidents from dismissing high execu- history in 1875 by becoming the only Southern senator not to quit the Senate to Richard Taylor, a leading Southern tive officials without senatorial approval. former President to be elected to the US upon secession. He supported the military Democrat, Johnson although honest and Johnson viewed this as an attack on the Senate. Johnson died on 31 July 1875. policies of President Lincoln during Civil War. industrious,‘was of an obstinate,suspicious presidential prerogative and, as a test case, Extremely proud of his humble origins, when In 1862 Lincoln appointed Johnson military temper. Like a badger, one had to dig him dismissed Edwin M. Stanton, the Secretary he was president, Johnson boasted that he governor of occupied Tennessee where out of his hole; and he was ever in one of War. Stanton functioned as a White House still knew how to sew a coat. Never hav- he proved to be energetic and effective in except when on the hustings, addressing a mole for his radical Republican allies. He ing attended school, he educated himself fighting the rebellion and beginning the crowd.’Furthermore,Lincoln’sassassination even used the War Department’s telegraph through hiring a man to read to him while he transition to Reconstruction. poisoned politics. Johnson sought to contin- line to censor messages intended for or sent worked with needle and thread. He studied Johnson was Lincoln’s running mate in the ue Lincoln’s conciliatory policy towards the by the President. the US Constitution very closely, learning Presidential election of 1864. On Inaugura- South. For example, he proclaimed an am- The US Constitution makes provision for much of it by heart. President Harry S. tion Day he drank rather more whisky than nesty on 29 May 1865, three days after the the impeachment of the President, the Truman claimed that Johnson knew the Con- he ought to counter the effects of a recent surrender of the last Southern army in field. Vice-President and ‘all civil officers of the stitution better than any other president. His illness. His demeanour embarrassed his col- HoweverrevulsionatLincoln’sassassination United States’ for ‘treason, bribery , or other copy of the Constitution was buried with him. Ulster-Scots entertainment at Cockle Row Cottages

Cockle Row Cottages open their doors and Ulster-Scots music and dance in July and shop full of local crafts and pottery. each year to hundreds of families that August in Association with the Ulster-Scots Whether it’s a weekend of free family fun or visit over the summer season. These Agency. an afternoon away - Cockle Row Cottages are lovingly restored fisherman’s cottages Set within the picturesque Groomsport the perfect place for you! host free themed entertainment from Harbour, Cockle Row Cottages are the Easter Sunday to the first Sunday in perfect place to spend an afternoon. Bird JULY September. enthusiasts can enjoy live video feeds 9th July: Down N Out Bluegrass which have been set up on Cockle Island 16th July: Highland Dancing and Bagpipes An array of Ulster Scots entertainment has giving visitors the opportunity to watch 23rd July: Geordie’s Music Box been lined up between 2pm - 4pm each birds on two large screens in addition to 30th July: Risin Stour Sunday at the cottages. control cameras for a more interactive bird Children will have the opportunity to join watching experience. This year even follow AUGUST in on a range of activities including face the action from home via the internet. 6th August: Falconry and Ulster Scots Music painting, children’s crafts, balloon modelling Open to the public daily from June, the 13th August: Highland Dancing and much more every weekend from 2-4pm, cottages also stock a range of tourist and 20th August: Down N Out Bluegrass Band whilst adults can enjoy live music, craft fairs heritage information as well as a small gift 27th August: Geordie’s Music Box 14 www.ulsterscotsagency.com SATURDAY JULY 8 2017 SATURDAY JULY 8 2017 Milltown Accordion Band - accordion tuition focus

he townland of Milltown is located between Portglenone and Rashar- Tkin in County Antrim and this is the place where Milltown Accordi- on Band has its origins. Milltown Purple Star Flute Band was founded by LOL 205 members following a meeting in Milltown Orange Hall in September 1935. By the early 1960s though, the decision was made to transform to an accordion band. The first band master of Milltown Accordion Band was Hugh Thompson and the new accordion band commenced tuition in the autumn of 1961 with James Adams as the band trainer. Milltown first paraded in June 1962 at a dedication service on the outskirts of Portgle- none. As the years progressed, William Kyle took on the role of band- master and was succeeded by Thomas McCullough, who continues in this role to the present day. The current band uniform, comprising in recognition of this, w ABOVE: Participants of the 50th Boy’s Brigade. In addition to this, charity work of a blue and grey hasreceivedwelcome Anniversary Parade in 2011 is a large component of the band’s work. jacket, tie, trousers funding from the Fundraising events in the last few years have and peaked hat, was Ulster-Scots Agency “Milltown has continued to raised money for Causeway Down’s Syndrome worn for the first in 2017 for accordion make strides in becoming Parent Care Support Group, Norman Fox Mis- time in Ballymena tuition. The family sionary Cause for street children in Romania, in June 2000, at the ethos and nurturing one of the most well-known Meningitis Research Foundation, Northern Millennium parade of environment in Milltown and distinctive four-part Ireland Children’s Hospice, NI Chest, Heart bands and lodges. This ensures that any tuition and Stroke and Alzheimer’s Society. has recently been updated project is well-supported harmony accordion bands Milltown Accordion Band leads Milltown LOL with new hats which were and students are encouraged in North Antrim, with 205 annually for the Twelfth Parade in the purchased and dedicated in 2016. and supported throughout the 20 ‘Triangle’ area. Since August 2009, Milltown In recognition of the 50th Anniversary of week programme. Each student learns more overall membership of the also leads Mount Horeb (Cullybackey) RBP Milltown Accordion Band, a special parade about the importance of the Ulster-Scots full band presently just 270 in the Black Saturday County Antrim took place in Portglenone in May 2011. Past culture, specifically through music and they Demonstration Parade. In March 2010 and and present members combined for a one-off are tutored to a high level with ongoing over 30 players.” in April 2017, Milltown had the honour of occasion, to form a massed band with up to progress and individual needs catered for. By leading the Ulster Special Constabulary the end of 20 weeks, students will all have Association Parades in Ballymena and Cul- 50 players in total. of tuition. Each year, part proceeds from the made some measure of progress. As a band, lybackey. A successful hat trick of awards Milltown has continued to make strides in concert are donated to a local charity. £835 Milltown believes it is necessary to continue were won at the 15th Northern Ireland Open becoming one of the most well-known and was recently donated to Cancer Research to teach all generations to keep this musical Accordion Championships in Carrickfer- distinctive four-part harmony accordion bands UK as part proceeds from the 2017 Gospel tradition of accordion music alive. Milltown gus in January 2012. In November 2012, in North Antrim, with overall membership of Concert. has successfully organised a Gospel Concert Milltown commenced leading Ballymoney the full band presently just over 30 players. Community work is central to the band from 2009 and, judging by the increasing Royal British Legion in the annual Remem- They meet for tuition on a weekly basis and awards from the Ulster-Scots Agency, numbers each year attending, signifies a brance Sunday parade, something which in Third Portglenone Presbyterian Church Mid and East Antrim Borough Council and high level of interest in and appreciation of has now become an annual occurrence. Hall where they learn a variety of musical the Arts Council of Northern Ireland are in the Ulster-Scots culture and traditions in the In January 2015, Milltown had the honour arrangements under the overall direction recognition of the level of work undertaken local area. The most recent Gospel Concert of performing at the Orange Order Awards of Michael McCullough and Edith Reid. The by Milltown. Members regularly play at local had almost 400 people in attendance. Aside Night in Lisburn to a capacity audience. In lead side drummer in the band is Stuart church functions and entertain residents from showcasing local Gospel music talent, it 2016, Milltown led Ballymena Royal Black Glover, who provides drum tuition and he is of nursing homes during musical evenings. provides the opportunity for the band to per- District in Scarva on 13th July. This proved ably assisted by Bobby Thompson and David They participate in a range of other concerts form their musical arrangements which are to be such a success, that Milltown will be Reid. Milltown has a strong ethos whereby and parades, including the Ulster-Scots continues to be promoted and, rehearsed during the weeks returning to Scarva for the 2017 Parade. 2017 will once again be a busy year for Mill- town. In addition to the accordion tuition be- ing presently offered, the band has a busy schedule on parade during the summer months. Upcoming events in the latter part of the year will include a Table Quiz, which will be held in Portglenone Parish Church Hall on Friday 29th September at 7:45pm. Milltown will also be holding a Carol Service in St. Colmanell’s Parish Church, Ahoghill, on Saturday 9th December at 7:45pm. A warm welcome will await you at either event. Milltown greatly depend on the public and wish to thank them for their continued support at various events. Financial support from the Ulster-Scots Agency this year, and in previous years, has been gratefully re- ceived by Milltown and this has made many things possible, as the band continues to successfully promote the ethos and culture of Ulster-Scots music. www.ulsterscotsagency.com www.ulsterscotsagency.com 15 SATURDAY JULY 8 2017 RECIPES Cooking with Judith MCLaughLin Lemon Possets with summer berries This British dessert dates as far back as medieval times. Originally it was made with hot milk and honey flavoured with ale or wine and today, it’s a dessert clas- HOW TO MAKE IT: sic made with cream. The lemon 1. Finely grate the zest of lemons and then juice. version is tangy and wonderful with 2. In a small saucepan heat the cream and ginger snaps but it’s also great with sugar stirring constantly until the sugar passion fruit or other citrus such as has dissolved and then heat until almost Clementine or lime and is perfect for boiling and cook for about 5 minutes to reduce slightly (stirring all the time). summer entertaining! 3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the lemon juice and zest. 4. Allow the posset to cool slightly before INGREDIENTS pouring in to containers (4 Martini glasses or 8 shot glasses). • 2 cups heavy or double cream 5. Refrigerate for several hours before • 2/3 cups fine granulated sugar serving. • ¼ cup berries (for garnish) 6. Before serving garnish with fresh summer • 2 lemons (5 Tbsp plus zest) berries. Lisburn and Dundonald ready to host ‘Park Life’

There has been a taste of good weather and everyone hopes will play host to a wide range of Ulster-Scots music concerts the sunshine returns for the summer programme of ‘Park on Sunday afternoons. All events are free and open to the Life’ that will take in Wallace Park, Lisburn and Moat Park, public. Come and enjoy a wide variety of tunes played by Dundonald. From tomorrow until August 20, these two parks local bands. Bandstand, Wallace Park, LisburnBandstand, Moat Park, Dundonald

Sunday July 9 Drumlough Pipe Sunday August 6 Dynamic Sunday July 9, Gilnahirk Pipe to the community in the area and Band 3-4pm Brass Band 3-4pm Band, 3-4pm are involved annually in Christmas celebrations and Remembrance Day Drumlough Pipe Band is from the Dynamic Brass is ‘A band to bring The founder Gilnahirk Pipe Band was services. townland of Drumlough and had its first together people of all ages to establish, Norman F.Harper, the son of John public appearance in 1951. develop, educate, maintain and promote C.Harper, who was senior elder of the concept of Brass Band Music for Gilnahirk Presbyterian church. Over Sunday August 6, Symington Sunday July 16 Garvey Pipe the benefit of the local community and the years, pipers and drummers were Memorial Silver Band, 3-4pm band 3-4pm beyond.’ frequently present at church events. Symington Memorial Silver Band traces its origins back to 1898. In 1998 the band Garvey Silver Band plays an extensive celebrated its centenary and today it’s modern repertoire of light and popular Sunday August 13, 1st Old Sunday July 16, Comber Silver still going strong, a memorial to Robert music (both classical and original brass) Boys Youth Band, 3-4pm Band, 3-4pm Symington its founder. as well as film themes, marches and The 1st Old Boys Youth Band consists of The original Comber band started as a hymn tunes with something for all tastes. 35 young people following the tradition of flute band in 1902 before converting to the first Old Boys Association Silver Band brass in 1949. Each week the members Sunday August 13, Garvey Sunday July 23 Dynamic Brass which was formed in Belfast in 1946. come together to practice for concerts, Silver Band, 3-4pm Band 3-4pm The band performs a wide range of contests, church services and numerous Garvey Silver Band plays an extensive musical genre. other engagements. modern repertoire of light and popular This local brass band was launched in music (both classical and original brass) April 2013 by Harold Whan and Patricia as well as film themes, marches and Evans. Their repertoire includes a Sunday August 20, The Sunday July 23, The hymn tunes with something for all tastes. selection of marches, hymns, classical Northern Ireland Concert, Templemore Band, 3-4pm and modern brass band music. 3-4pm The Templemore Band was formed in Sunday August 20, 1st Old The Northern Ireland Concert Band 1949 and has successfully competed at Sunday July 30 Drumlough Pipe was originally set up as The Band of local, European and World championship Boys Youth Band, 3-4pm Band 3-4pm The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue levels. The 1st Old Boys Youth Band consists of 35 young people following the tradition of Enjoy the spectacle andsound of Services in 2005, under the direction of the first Old Boys Association Silver Band Drumlough Pipe Band including Mr Warnock Patterson. Sunday July 30, Comber Silver which was formed in Belfast in 1946. marches, slow airs, This cross community band has members Band, 3-4pm The band performs a wide range of uptempo jigs and reels. from across Northern Ireland. Comber Silver Band aims to give back musical genres. 16 www.ulsterscotsagency.com SATURDAY JULY 8 2017 Glenarm WHILE first and foremost a family home, Presbyterian minister somewhat too well; Glenarm Castle is a true national treasure, on leaving he fell over the half-finished river a ‘must see’ destination and one of wall to his death. Northern Ireland’s top tourist attractions. Castle Myers created the present entrance hall, a Located just off the stunning Antrim coastal two storey cube, which was decorated with route, the castle is currently the home of astonishing baroque plasterwork, its vaulted Randal, Viscount Dunluce, son of the 14th ceiling supported by grotesque caryatids Earl of Antrim, with his wife Aurora, their son while an arched screen supported on Alexander and daughter Helena. Corinthian columns sheltered doorways to In the next week it will be the host venue the other principal rooms. Some plasterwork for the Dalriada Festival, billed as Ireland’s was so similar to that at Castle Ward in Co. most popular family festival, attracting Down that the same plasterers may well more than 30,000 visitors each year at a have worked on both buildings; Glenarm cornucopia of delights including music, food, was constructed in 1756, Castle Ward circa sport and children’s events. 1760. And that will give visitors to Glenarm Castle Moreover Glenarm parish church, built in the chance to get up close and personal 1763, is the earliest Strawberry Hill Gothick with a venue which has a rich history going church in Ireland and may well have been back to the 13th century. influenced by the sensation caused by The present castle was built by Randle Castle Ward’s Gothick side. McDonnel, knight Earl of Antrim in 1636. At various times throughout the year - It was the same square building we including the Dalriada Festival - the Castle is see today, but no architectural details open to the public. remain apart from a coat of arms now It also welcomes group visits at other times incorporated in The Barbican gateway. It subject to availability. was probably a plain Irish Jacobean building Whilst at Glenarm Castle, visitors can enjoy with simple mullioned windows and a few beautiful scenery and enchanted walks embellishments. in its historic Walled Garden and Castle In 1642 an invading Scots army burnt this Trail, excellent locally-sourced food in its castle, and thereafter the family lived first charming Tea Room and a little bit of retail at Dunluce, and then at the nearby house HAVING A BALL WITH PEPPA: The official Peppa and George characters will be coming to the therapy in the new Castle Shop (all are open of Ballymagarry, leaving Glenarm a ruin. A hotly anticipated Dalriada Festival in Glenarm Castle on July 15-16. Promoting the festival are from April to mid-October). Martha the pig, Tyler Campbell from Glenarm and Soley Laverty from Belfast. Also pictured are visitor in 1740 said ‘the walls seem to be Ron and Andrew from CarNET Car Sales. For more on the Dalriada Festival, turn to page 4 entire, and for the most part sound. The out offices of the castle are fitted up to OPENING HOURS accommodate the Earl during the hunting experienced workman’ he was also river contained a banqueting hall. There Monday – Saturday: 10am – 5pm season. These consisted of an ‘L’ shaped employed to work on Ballycastle harbour. was also ‘a spacious Grass-plat in Front, on Sunday: 11am – 5pm wing built onto the ruin. The Old Kitchen, Myers transformed the ruin into a Palladian which is a statue of Hercules of esteemed (Last admissions to the garden are 30 a remnant of this wing, has fine bolection mansion. The main front had an eccentric Workmanship.’ The seaward facing facade minutes before the advertised closing mouldings round its doorways, which appearance, for its entire fenestration was topped by a turreted and crenellated time) survive from its former use as the Earl’s consisted of three-light Venetian windows, pediment, giving it a modestly ‘Gothick’ air. GENERAL ADMISSION apartments. possibly because Myers reused the original Houses, smithies and mills around the Adult: £6.00 In 1750 Ballymagarry burnt down, and the Jacobean mullioned openings. castle were demolished, and the village Youth (12-18): £3.00 fifth Earl moved to Glenarm. Christopher Curved colonnades swept forwards on confined to the other side of the river. Child (0-12): FREE Myers, an English engineer, was employed either side, ending in pavilions with pyramid Lord Antrim lived here while these works Member: FREE on the castle. A ‘very knowing and shaped roofs; the pavilion overlooking the went on, and one evening entertained the DETAILS - www.glenarmcastle.com

Stonewall release new CD COMPETITION

Local County Armagh folk group, Stone- and the CD cover features the Belfast Nash- WINNER... wall, launched their third album entitled, a lovely image of the ville songwriters in ‘Longing for home’ at the Market Place island looking across from Nashville a couple Theatre, Armagh recently. Ballintoy harbour, taken by of years back and Dalriada The boys have been playing together now local Portadown photogra- Caitriona is a fiddle for 10 years and their unique sound has phers Adam and Grace player based in Dub- had them in demand all over the world. They Pearson. lin who has played Festival have twice performed at the St Patrick’s The group is made up of throughout the world. Day celebrations in Beijing, and toured the Colin Slaine, Kenny Qua, The CD features southern states of America on no fewer than Andrew Cornett, Warren At- a number of great eight occasions. twell and Caitriona Traynor. tracks written by local Last year, they opened the week long ‘Trad- And they all have differing songwriters such fest’ in Brussels at the European Parliament musical backgrounds and as ‘Belfast Love’ by to rave reviews. tastes which come together to create a Finbar Magee and ‘Don’t call me early Locally they are probably better known as unique and eclectic sound. in the morning’ by Tommy Sands. There a successful wedding band but it is in the Colin is a well-known local music teacher is also a heavy influence of tunes driven world of folk and trad with a Scots-Irish and church organist. Kenny, a teacher in by the great skills of Kenny on flutes and twist, that the group really come into their Markethill, has his own family band, ‘the whistles and Colin on the accordion. And own. Qua Family band’. the boys’ church roots are reflected in Congratulations to: Their latest C.D, and, in the group’s Andrew is heavily involved in gospel music a medley of well-known southern gospel Robin Taylor opinion, their best to date, is made up of and has just returned from a tour of songs including ‘The old account’ and ‘I’ll songs and tunes mostly from this part of churches in the southern states of Amer- fly away’. who won a family pass to the upcoming the world, hence the name ‘Longing for ica. Warren is a well-known local singer/ CD’s are available through the Stonewall Dalriada Festival in Glenarm. We hope home’. One of the tracks is ‘Rathlin Island’ songwriter who was chosen to represent Folk and Function Band facebook page. everyone has a great time!