BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//St. Andrew's Society of Washington, DC - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:St. Andrew's Society of Washington, DC X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for St. Andrew's Society of Washington, DC REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Halifax BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20200308T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20201101T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20210314T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20211107T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20220313T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20221106T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20230312T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20231105T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20240310T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20241103T050000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T190000 DTSTAMP:20260502T224039 CREATED:20240624T183431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T183432Z UID:10849-1726765200-1726772400@saintandrewsociety.org SUMMARY:Wee Dram DESCRIPTION:This is a great chance to bring prospective members to informally meet societymembers\, as well as a time to socialize and catch up with other members. Kilts orother Scottish accents or dress are strongly encouraged but not required. URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/wee-dram-3/ LOCATION:Murphy’s Grand Irish Pub\, 713 King St\, VA\, 22314\, United States CATEGORIES:Wee Dram ORGANIZER;CN="Alex Hoffman":MAILTO:saintandrewsweedram@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240831T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240901T170000 DTSTAMP:20260502T224039 CREATED:20240130T020450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T020505Z UID:10807-1725091200-1725210000@saintandrewsociety.org SUMMARY:50th Annual Virginia Scottish Games DESCRIPTION: URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/50th-annual-virginia-scottish-games/ LOCATION:Great Meadow\, 5089 Old Tavern Road \, The Plains\, VA\, 20198 \, United States CATEGORIES:Scottish Community Event,Society Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T190000 DTSTAMP:20260502T224039 CREATED:20240624T183254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T183255Z UID:10845-1721322000-1721329200@saintandrewsociety.org SUMMARY:Wee Dram DESCRIPTION:Please join the members of The Saint Andrew’s Society of Washington DC For a Wee Dram!This is a great chance to bring prospective members to informally meet society members\, as well as a time to socialize and catch up with other members. Kilts or other Scottish accents or dress are strongly encouraged but not required.   \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP below\, if you plan to bring a prospective member please also have them RSVP using this form. URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/wee-dram-2/ LOCATION:Duke’s Grocery Navy Yard\, 1201 Half St SE\, Washington\, District of Columbia\, 20003\, United States CATEGORIES:Wee Dram ORGANIZER;CN="Alex Hoffman":MAILTO:saintandrewsweedram@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T190000 DTSTAMP:20260502T224039 CREATED:20240624T183035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T183036Z UID:10839-1719507600-1719514800@saintandrewsociety.org SUMMARY:Wee Dram DESCRIPTION:Please join the members of The Saint Andrew’s Society of Washington DC For a Wee Dram!This is a great chance to bring prospective members to informally meet society members\, as well as a time to socialize and catch up with other members. Kilts or other Scottish accents or dress are strongly encouraged but not required.   \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP below\, if you plan to bring a prospective member please also have them RSVP using this form. URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/wee-dram/ LOCATION:The Hamilton DC\, 600 14th St NW\, Washington\, District of Columbia\, 20005\, United States CATEGORIES:Wee Dram ORGANIZER;CN="Alex Hoffman":MAILTO:saintandrewsweedram@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T210000 DTSTAMP:20260502T224039 CREATED:20240429T203638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T203639Z UID:10834-1715880600-1715893200@saintandrewsociety.org SUMMARY:May Member Meeting DESCRIPTION:We will gather beginning at 5:30pm for a Wee Dram in the Wharf Bar and the meeting will follow at 7:00pm. The selections for dinner will be from a limited menu and separate checks.  Menu selections include Crab Cakes\, Salmon\, Filet Mignon\, Roast Chicken\, and a Pasta selection.  During the member meeting\, the report of the nominations committee will be read\, an update on Tartan Ball and the winter schedule of events. \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP for the meeting to help us with seating arrangements. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n RSVP URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/may-member-meeting/ LOCATION:Clyde’s at Mark Center\, 1700 N Beauregard St\, Alexandria\, 22311\, United States CATEGORIES:Society Event,Wee Dram ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://saintandrewsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Clydes-Group-Photo-Slider-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240414T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240414T180000 DTSTAMP:20260502T224039 CREATED:20230502T143106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T143107Z UID:10610-1713110400-1713117600@saintandrewsociety.org SUMMARY:Kirkin o' the Tartans DESCRIPTION:The pageantry of the Highlands returns to Washington\, DC\, as the St. Andrew’s Society of Washington\, DC marches into Washington National Cathedral for the Annual National Kirkin’ o’ the Tartans. Led by the Society Color Guard and Pipes & Drums\, scores of kilted Society members will file into the grand edifice to host the National Capital Region’s Scottish-American community as they pay tribute to Scottish ancestors who struggled to gain\, preserve and pass down civil liberties and religious freedoms. URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/kirkin-o-the-tartans/ LOCATION:Washington National Cathedral\, 3101 Wisconsin Ave NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20016\, United States CATEGORIES:Scottish Community Event,Society Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://saintandrewsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/kirkin-hero.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T130000 DTSTAMP:20260502T224039 CREATED:20240205T210122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T210326Z UID:10810-1708772400-1708779600@saintandrewsociety.org SUMMARY:Calcutta Cup Watch Party DESCRIPTION:Join the gentlemen of the Society on Saturday\, February 24\, 2024 at Sam Beckett’s pub in Shirlington to watch Scotland meet England for the 142nd time on the rugby pitch. The winner of this Six Nations match takes the Calcutta Cup\, the oldest trophy in international test rugby. \n\n\n\nDon’t know anything about rugby? No worries – there will be plenty of folks there to help you out over pints. \n\n\n\nThe match kicks off at 11:45\, but Beckett’s opens at 8:45 for fans of the 9:15 Ireland-Wales match. The Society will have members there when doors open\, so feel free to turn up at any time before the Scotland match starts and enjoy a hearty breakfast. Kilts and Scotland rugby jerseys are encouraged and have proven to be conversation starters\, so this can be a great recruiting opportunity for us. We hope to see you there! URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/calcutta-cup-watch-party/ LOCATION:Samuel Beckett’s Irish Gastro Pub\, 4150 Campbell Avenue\, Arlington\, VA\, 22206\, United States CATEGORIES:Society Event,Wee Dram ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://saintandrewsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Becketts.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240126T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240126T220000 DTSTAMP:20260502T224039 CREATED:20240109T180933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T180934Z UID:10786-1706292000-1706306400@saintandrewsociety.org SUMMARY:Burns Night Supper DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of celebration to honor the life and work of Scotland’s great poet and author\, Robert Burns. \n\n\n\nFestivities to include:  \n\n\n\nWelcome ReceptionFine Wines and WhiskiesDinner Banquet of Traditional Scottish FarePerformances of Poems and Songs with Traditional Toasts\n\n\n\nDress: Black Tie Optional (Military Evening Dress or Highland Garb welcomed) \n\n\n\nPlease reach out to Tim Bradley at tbradley@uschamber.com with any questions.  URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/burns-night-supper/ LOCATION:U.S. Chamber of Commerce CATEGORIES:Scottish Community Event,Society Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://saintandrewsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Burns-2024-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T130000 DTSTAMP:20260502T224039 CREATED:20230502T143027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T143028Z UID:10660-1701507600-1701522000@saintandrewsociety.org SUMMARY:Alexandria Scottish Christmas Walk DESCRIPTION:The Alexandria Scottish Christmas Walk will take place on Saturday\, December 3rd in Old Town Alexandria. We will begin the day with our traditional church service at 9 AM at the Old Presbyterian Meeting House (OPMH) followed immediately by the wreath-laying ceremony at the grave of William Hunter. The church is located at 323 S Fairfax St\, Alexandria\, VA 22314. After the service and wreath-laying\, we will make our way over to the parade line-up location on St. Asaph St between Wolfe and Wilkes streets. Come celebrate your Scottish heritage by walking with your Society that started it all.   \n\n\n\nThe Parade will step off at 11am. URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/alexandria-scottish-christmas-walk-2/ LOCATION:VA CATEGORIES:Scottish Community Event,Society Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://saintandrewsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/2015-Alexandria-Scottish-Christmas-Walk-Pic7.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T233000 DTSTAMP:20260502T224039 CREATED:20220825T155502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T210618Z UID:10647-1699124400-1699140600@saintandrewsociety.org SUMMARY:Tartan Ball DESCRIPTION:Join us on November 5th\, 2022 at the National Press Club for an evening of pageantry\, camaraderie and celebration of our Scottish heritage. \n\n\n\nYou and your guests will enjoy: \n\n\n\nSociety’s own Color Guard Pipes & Drums & Highland DancersCocktail Reception with Scottish Single Malt WhiskeysThree-course gourmet dinner with wine pairingsSilent Auction benefiting the Washington Scots Charity and Education FundDancingOpen Bar Cocktail Hour\n\n\n\nCocktail Hour commences with an open bar at 7pm\, with dinner served at 8pm. After dinner you can dance the night away to a live band. Dress code is Formal Highland Attire or Black Tie. URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/tartan-ball/ LOCATION:National Press Club\, 529 14th St NW\, Washington\, District of Columbia\, 20045\, United States CATEGORIES:Society Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T210000 DTSTAMP:20260502T224039 CREATED:20230830T211240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T211751Z UID:10650-1694539800-1694552400@saintandrewsociety.org SUMMARY:September Member Meeting DESCRIPTION:We will gather beginning at 5:30pm for a Wee Dram in the Wharf Bar and the meeting will follow at 7:00pm. The selections for dinner will be from a limited menu and separate checks.  Menu selections include Crab Cakes\, Salmon\, Filet Mignon\, Roast Chicken\, and a Pasta selection.  During the member meeting\, the report of the nominations committee will be read\, an update on Tartan Ball and the winter schedule of events. \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP for the meeting to help us with seating arrangements. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n RSVP URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/september-member-meeting/ LOCATION:Clyde’s at Mark Center\, 1700 N Beauregard St\, Alexandria\, 22311\, United States CATEGORIES:Society Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230902T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230903T235959 DTSTAMP:20260502T224039 CREATED:20220825T155254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T142722Z UID:10645-1693612800-1693785599@saintandrewsociety.org SUMMARY:Virginia Scottish Games DESCRIPTION: URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/virginia-scottish-games/ LOCATION:Great Meadow\, 5089 Old Tavern Road \, The Plains\, VA\, 20198 \, United States CATEGORIES:Highland Games,Scottish Community Event,Society Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230624T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230624T140000 DTSTAMP:20260502T224039 CREATED:20210615T204158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T142722Z UID:10424-1687600800-1687615200@saintandrewsociety.org SUMMARY:Bannockburn Picnic DESCRIPTION:The Bannockburn Picnic is officially on! The picnic will take place on Saturday\, June 24th from 10AM-2PM at Ft. Ward Park. \nThe picnic is a family event. It is open to all Society members and their families. There is no charge to attend the picnic. If comfortable to do so\, we simply want you to come out and celebrate the beginning of summer and the end of the pandemic. The Society is providing lunch; however\, you are welcomed to bring any food or beverage of your choice.  \nRSVP: In order to ensure that we have enough food for the picnic\, please RSVP at president -at- saintandrewsociety -dot- com no later than Thursday\, June 22nd and let him know that you will be attending and if you will be bringing any guests.  URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/bannockburn-picnic-2/ LOCATION:Ft. Ward Park\, 4301 W Braddock Rd\, Alexandria\, Virginia\, 22304\, United States CATEGORIES:Society Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://saintandrewsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/ft-ward.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Greg Haymon":MAILTO:greg_haymon@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230510T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230510T210000 DTSTAMP:20260502T224039 CREATED:20220506T023253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T143502Z UID:10616-1683739800-1683752400@saintandrewsociety.org SUMMARY:May Dinner & Member Meeting DESCRIPTION:The SAS May Member meeting will be held on May 10\, 2023\, at Clyde’s in the Mark Center\, 1700 N. Beauregard St.\, Alexandria\, VA.  Cocktails in the Wharf Bar beginning at 5:30 pm and dinner ordering at 6:15 pm.  The selections for dinner will be from a limited menu and separate checks.  Menu selections include Crab Cakes\, Salmon\, Filet Mignon\, Roast Chicken\, and a Pasta selection.  We are happy to be hosting two current SNP U. K. Members of Parliament from Glasgow and Inverness.  Please RSVP for the meeting to help us with seating arrangements. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n RSVP URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/may-dinner-member-meeting/ LOCATION:Clyde’s at Mark Center\, 1700 N Beauregard St\, Alexandria\, 22311\, United States CATEGORIES:Society Event,Wee Dram ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://saintandrewsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Clydes-Group-Photo-Slider-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221005T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221005T213000 DTSTAMP:20260502T224039 CREATED:20220922T202400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T142723Z UID:10655-1664994600-1665005400@saintandrewsociety.org SUMMARY:Dinner & Remarks by The Rt. Hon. Henry B. McLeish DESCRIPTION:Former First Minister of Scotland\, the Rt. Hon. Henry B. McLeish\, will be visiting our area in early October and delivering after-dinner remarks to the members of our Society and their guests.  \n\n\n\nJoin us for a special dinner meeting to hear his analysis of the many issues facing Britain generally\, and Scotland specifically\, today–including the impact of a new King on the throne; the legal and political situation around a proposed 2nd Scottish independence referendum for later this year; a new PM\, Liz Truss\, now succeeding Boris Johnson and how she will be received in Scotland; soaring inflation and energy costs across Britain; the worst labor unrest and widespread strikes in 40 years; loose ends from Brexit\, including trade impasse problems and the Irish border; the impact of the Ukranian war on the UK economy and on energy prices; continued cross-Channel illegal immigration headaches; the impact of the Queen’s passing on the continued viability of the Commonwealth and on the views of Scottish voters about independence; continued talk about reforming the upper house of Parliament to convert it into a chamber representing the various nations and regions making up Great Britain\, etc.\, etc. \n\n\n\nSince leaving political office\, McLeish has become a prolific author and respected lecturer at several American universities about EU\, British and Scottish politics.  He has co-authored numerous books\, including Wherever the Saltire Flies–a history of the world-wide phenomenon of St. Andrew’s societies (which includes a chapter on our own Society)–and Global Scots\, Voices from Afar. On Scottish politics\, his books include Scotland\, The Growing Divide; Rethinking Our Politics – The Political and Constitutional Future of the United Kingdom; and most recently\, Citizens United – Taking Back Control in Turbulent Times. He is now working on two additional books on Scotland’s future that will be published shortly.  \n\n\n\nA former member of both the UK and Scottish Parliaments\, before becoming Scotland’s second First Minister in 1999\, Mr. McLeish was instrumental in shepherding the Scottish Devolution Bill through the Westminster Parliament. In recent years\, he served as a Privy Counselor to HM the late Queen Elizabeth. Mr. McLeish is an Honorary Member of our Society.    \n\n\n\nWe will gather at Clyde’s Market Center\, located at 1700 N Beauregard St\, Alexandria\, VA 22311\, for this event.  There is amble free parking right behind the restaurant.  \n\n\n\nCocktails at 6:30PM\, dinner at 7:30PM.   Cocktails to be purchased individually. Cost for the dinner is $75/person\, with a choice of entrée—Chicken Breast or Pan Seared Salmon—plus a Mixed Green Salad and Flourless Chocolate Cake for Dessert.   \n\n\n\nTo reserve your spot and pay in advance for the meal\, simply hit the payment button\, below\, and pay via PayPal. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n McLeish Dinner \n Attendees – 75 USD\n 1234 URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/dinner-remarks-by-the-rt-hon-henry-b-mcleish/ LOCATION:Clyde’s at Mark Center\, 1700 N Beauregard St\, Alexandria\, 22311\, United States CATEGORIES:Scottish Community Event,Society Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://saintandrewsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Henry-McLeish.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220129T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220129T230000 DTSTAMP:20260502T224039 CREATED:20210923T153434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T142723Z UID:10553-1643479200-1643497200@saintandrewsociety.org SUMMARY:Burns Nicht Supper DESCRIPTION: URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/10553/ LOCATION:Belle Haven Country Club\, 6023 Fort Hunt Road\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22307\, United States CATEGORIES:Society Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211204T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211204T170000 DTSTAMP:20260502T224039 CREATED:20210615T211755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T142723Z UID:10449-1638604800-1638637200@saintandrewsociety.org SUMMARY:Alexandria Scottish Christmas Walk DESCRIPTION: URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/alexandria-scottish-christmas-walk/ LOCATION:Old Town Alexandria CATEGORIES:Scottish Community Event,Society Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://saintandrewsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/2015-Alexandria-Scottish-Christmas-Walk-Pic1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211113T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211113T230000 DTSTAMP:20260502T224039 CREATED:20210823T193108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T142723Z UID:10535-1636826400-1636844400@saintandrewsociety.org SUMMARY:71st Annual Tartan Ball DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce that tickets are now on sale for the 71st Annual Tartan Ball for $250 per person.  This year’s event will be held at the historic Willard Hotel on the evening of Saturday\, November 13th\, from 7pm until 11pm.  The gala evening includes pre-dinner cocktails and reception with a single malt whiskey tasting\, a three-course gourmet dinner with wine\, Scottish musical and cultural performances\, a silent auction\, dancing and a cash bar.  Cocktails begin at 7pm and dinner will be served circa 8pm — After dinner you can dance the night away to a live band.  All proceeds from the silent auction benefit the Washington Scots Charity and Education Fund.  \n\n\n\nDress: Formal Highland Attire or Black Tie.  Tickets may be purchased here.   \n\n\n\nThis event will adhere to the District of Columbia’s Covid-19 protocols and guidance\, which are available here. \n\n\n\nIf you have any further questions about the event or your business would like to donate goods or services for our Silent Auction\, please email TartanBallDC@gmail.com. URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/71st-annual-tartan-ball/ LOCATION:Willard Intercontinenal Hotel\, 1401 Pennsylvania Avenue\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States CATEGORIES:Scottish Community Event,Society Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://saintandrewsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/country-dancers-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210915T053000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210915T210000 DTSTAMP:20260502T224039 CREATED:20210909T133030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T142723Z UID:10546-1631683800-1631739600@saintandrewsociety.org SUMMARY:Society Member Dinner DESCRIPTION:We will kick things off with a Wee Dram Happy Hour starting at 5:30 PM in the Wharf Bar. We will then remain in the Wharf Bar for the dinner meeting starting at 7PM. Please use the below link to purchase your tickets – the planning team requests you do so by Monday\, September 13th. In Clyde’s at Mark Center\, we believe we have identified a great place to hold our Members’ Meetings. In addition to great food and drink\, Clyde’s offers us a great atmosphere and location. The restaurant is in Alexandria right off I-395 at 1700 N Beauregard Street. Parking is FREE! Highland daywear or jacket and tie for gentlemen is strongly encouraged. If you are in need of a tie\, Society merchandise will be available for purchase.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n September Member Dinner \n One Person – 49 USDTwo Persons – 98 USDThree Persons – 147 USDFour Persons – 196 USD URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/society-member-dinner/ LOCATION:Clyde’s at Mark Center\, 1700 N Beauregard St\, Alexandria\, 22311\, United States CATEGORIES:Society Event,Wee Dram ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://saintandrewsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/clydes.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210324T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210324T200000 DTSTAMP:20260502T224039 CREATED:20210321T160125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T142723Z UID:1418-1616612400-1616616000@saintandrewsociety.org SUMMARY:All Member Orientation DESCRIPTION:The Society will host an Orientation session for all new and existing members tonight from 7-8 PM via Zoom. This session will be a great opportunity for members\, both new and old\, to better understand each of the events on our calendar and the various committees that support the Society. The expectation is that each member will be involved in at least one activity. Each event/committee chair will provide an overview of their area and can then answer any questions. URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/all-member-orientation/ LOCATION:VA CATEGORIES:Society Event END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR