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UID:10883-1743271200-1743271200@saintandrewsociety.org
SUMMARY:The Washington Tattoo 2025
DESCRIPTION:The holidays are here\, and it’s the perfect time to give a gift that truly stands out! This year\, delight your loved ones (or yourself!) with tickets to The Washington Tattoo 2025. \n\n\n\nImagine an extraordinary event filled with world-class performances\, breathtaking music\, and rich cultural displays that create memories to cherish forever. This isn’t just a gift—it’s an unforgettable experience! \n\n\n\nFeaturing: \n\n\n\nThe U.S. Army Fife & Drum Corps\, The U.S. Navy Drill Team\, and The Commandant’s Own\, United States Marine Drum & Bugle Corps – Showcasing the finest in military precision and music \n\n\n\nU.S. Naval Academy Pipes and Drums – Highlighting our future military leaders  \n\n\n\nThe Rollin’ Drones – Bagpipe rock band from Glasgow\, Scotland​​ \n\n\n\nThe OzScot Championship Highland Dancers from Australia – Combining traditional and contemporary highland dance for the 21st Century \n\n\n\nThe Washington Opera Society – Mesmerizing vocal performances celebrating the arts \n\n\n\nThe Sean Heely Band – Traditional Celtic sound with a contemporary twist \n\n\n\nThe Saint Andrew’s Society of Washington\, D.C. Color Guard – Honoring tradition with vibrant display \n\n\n\nThe Culkin Irish Dance Academy – Bringing the magic of Irish dance to the stage
URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/washington-tattoo-2025/
LOCATION:Lisner Auditorium\, 730 21st Street NW\, Washington\, District of Columbia\, 20052\, United States
CATEGORIES:Scottish Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T170000
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CREATED:20250206T120827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250309T140005Z
UID:10911-1742490000-1742490000@saintandrewsociety.org
SUMMARY:Wee Dram
DESCRIPTION: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\nClick Here to RSVP
URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/wee-dram-20/
LOCATION:Murphy’s\, 713 King Street\, Alexandria\, Virginia\, 22314\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T170000
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DTSTAMP:20260512T194419
CREATED:20250206T120516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T120518Z
UID:10907-1739466000-1739466000@saintandrewsociety.org
SUMMARY:Wee Dram
DESCRIPTION: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\nClick Here to RSVP
URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/wee-dram-19/
LOCATION:Duke’s Grocery\, 1201 Half St SE\, Washington\, District of Columbia\, 20003\, United States
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DTSTAMP:20260512T194419
CREATED:20241217T013049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T130644Z
UID:10892-1737739800-1737739800@saintandrewsociety.org
SUMMARY:Burns Night 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Burn’s Nicht Supper is an annual Society event honoring the birthday of Scotland’s greatest poet and author\, Robert Burns. The Society comes together for drinks\, followed by dinner and a celebration of the life and contributions of Robert Burns\, called the “Immortal Memory.” The event is open to members and guests and is one of the highlights of the Society’s calendar for the year.
URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/burns-night-2025/
LOCATION:U.S. Chamber of Commerce\, 1615 H Street NW\, Washington\, District of Columbia\, 20062\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T235900
DTSTAMP:20260512T194419
CREATED:20240729T002505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T002507Z
UID:10875-1731177000-1731196740@saintandrewsociety.org
SUMMARY:74th Annual Tartan Ball
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday November 9th 2024 at the famous National Press Club for the 74th Annual Tartan Ball\, a formal celebration of Scottish-American heritage and traditions.
URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/74th-annual-tartan-ball/
LOCATION:National Press Club\, 529 14th St NW\, Washington\, District of Columbia\, 20045\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Andrew&#8217%3Bs Society of Washington%2C DC":MAILTO:TartanBallDC@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T170000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240831T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240901T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T194419
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T194419
CREATED:20240329T212306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T212412Z
UID:10831-1721462400-1721494800@saintandrewsociety.org
SUMMARY:Celtic vs. DC United
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/celtic-vs-dc-united/
LOCATION:Audi Field\, 100 Potomac Ave SW\, Washington\, District of Columbia\, 20024\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T190000
DTSTAMP:20260512T194419
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T194419
CREATED:20240329T212225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T212227Z
UID:10827-1720771200-1720803600@saintandrewsociety.org
SUMMARY:USA v. Scotland Rugby
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/usa-v-scotland-rugby/
LOCATION:Audi Field\, 100 Potomac Ave SW\, Washington\, District of Columbia\, 20024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Scottish Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T190000
DTSTAMP:20260512T194419
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T210000
DTSTAMP:20260512T194419
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240414T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240414T180000
DTSTAMP:20260512T194419
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240402T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240402T213000
DTSTAMP:20260512T194419
CREATED:20240329T211427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T211506Z
UID:10823-1712086200-1712093400@saintandrewsociety.org
SUMMARY:The Washington Tattoo
DESCRIPTION:The Washington Tattoo invites you to experience the Tartan Day Tattoo D.C. 2024 – a spectacular evening of music and dance showcasing the very best of American and Scottish cultures\, presented live on stage in a public theatre for the first time in the Washington DC area! \n\n\n\nImmerse yourself in a captivating showcase that blends traditional and contemporary music and dance\, bringing together the very best global talent for a once in a lifetime experience. The beat of drums\, the skirl of pipes\, stirring marches\, and colorful highland dancers will inspire\, entertain\, and leave you feeling uplifted as we celebrate Tartan Day 2024! \n\n\n\nDon’t miss the opportunity to witness incredible and unique performers from around the world\, with proceeds from the event supporting veterans\, underserved communities and young people through The Washington Tattoo’s veteran mental health initiative\, Rudiments to Recovery and The Washington Tattoo’s underserved youth mentorship program\, Rudiments to Opportunity. \n\n\n\nLast year’s gala was a sell-out success. Seating is limited and tickets are predicted to sell out so don’t wait to secure your chance to be part of this unforgettable\, immersive experience\, while supporting the mission of the Washington Tattoo – to reshape today’s conversation around mental health for active duty personnel\, veterans\, first responders\, and families through the power of music wellness – fueled by world-class military precision and cultural excellence. \n\n\n\nJoin us on April 2nd for a bigger\, more powerful\, evening you will never forget!
URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/the-washington-tattoo/
LOCATION:Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall & Arts Center\, 4915 Netherton Dr\, Alexandria\, Virginia\, 22302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Scottish Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T130000
DTSTAMP:20260512T194419
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240126T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240126T220000
DTSTAMP:20260512T194419
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T130000
DTSTAMP:20260512T194419
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:District of Columbia
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:20231130T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T210000
DTSTAMP:20260512T194419
CREATED:20231117T143513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231117T143513Z
UID:10782-1701370800-1701378000@saintandrewsociety.org
SUMMARY:St. Andrew's Day Kirkin of the Tartan
DESCRIPTION:Kirkin of the Tartan & Evening Prayer\, St. Andrew’s Day\, Thursday November 30\, 7:00 PM\, with bagpiper (Matt Kuldell) and presentation of tartans followed by a gala reception with Scottish and other foods\, Scottish beverages and a great time of fellowship and fun. Please put this on your calendar now and invite family\, friends\, and neighbors. The church is located at 402 E Monroe Avenue in the Del Ray section of Alexandria VA.
URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/st-andrews-day-kirkin-of-the-tartan/
LOCATION:St. Andrew’s & St. Margaret’s Anglican Catholic Church\, 402 E Monroe Ave\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Scottish Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T233000
DTSTAMP:20260512T194419
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:20230914T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T193000
DTSTAMP:20260512T194419
CREATED:20230830T213114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T213258Z
UID:10758-1694712600-1694719800@saintandrewsociety.org
SUMMARY:Wee Dram
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on Thursday\, September 14th from 5:30pm to 7:30pm for a Wee Dram in the garden of DACOR Bacon House\, a private diplomatic club in Northwest Washington\, D.C\, just a few blocks from the White House. 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 each other after a busy summer. Kilts or other Scottish accents or dress are strongly encouraged but not required. Light refreshments will be provided\, and there will be a cash-only bar\, and donations are encouraged to defray the food costs. \n\n\n\nAbout the venue: An elegant 200 year-old brick mansion built in the iconic Federal style\, DACOR Bacon House is an historic national treasure that serves as a living testament to America’s political\, cultural\, and diplomatic heritage\, it is also a museum for the public that honors the nations diplomatic history and shares art and artifacts from around the world. Today\, it is a center for international dialogue and understanding and opens its doors daily to the foreign affairs community in support of their important diplomatic work. \n\n\n\n			\n		\n			\n			RSVP
URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/10758/
LOCATION:DACOR Bacon House\, 1801 F Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20006\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://saintandrewsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/dacor-bacon-6.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T210000
DTSTAMP:20260512T194419
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230902T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230903T235959
DTSTAMP:20260512T194419
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230624T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230624T140000
DTSTAMP:20260512T194419
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greg Haymon":MAILTO:greg_haymon@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230510T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230510T210000
DTSTAMP:20260512T194419
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230327T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230327T210000
DTSTAMP:20260512T194419
CREATED:20230327T202538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T142722Z
UID:10674-1679925600-1679950800@saintandrewsociety.org
SUMMARY:National Tartan Day
DESCRIPTION:The National Capital Tartan Day Committee (NCTDC) will again be celebrating the Tartan Day Holiday in DC this year–the 25th anniversary of the passage of the Senate Standing Resolution designating April 6th of each year as National Tartan Day–to honor the many contributions of Scots\, and Scottish-Americans\, to the founding and subsequent development of the United States–in all fields of endeavor. \n\n\n\nThis year\, both of NCTDC’s regular events--Symposium and Reception–will occur “live” and on the same day–Thursday\, 6th April–and in the same location (DACOR Bacon House in downtown DC\, at 19th & “F” Streets\, NW\, very near the White House and the World Bank Building). The Symposium (in the indoor parlor) will run from 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM. The Reception (in the walled garden\, out back) from 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.  \n\n\n\nThe Annual Tartan Day Award–presented each year to deserving Scottish-Americans by the Scottish Coalition\, USA (TSCUSA)–will be presented jointly during the Reception to former Congressmen John Duncan (R-TN) and Mike McIntyre (D-NC)\, founding Co-Chairs of the Friends of Scotland Caucus in the House (2002 – 2019 for Duncan\, and 2002 – 2015 for McIntyre)–for their leadership in founding and chairing the Caucus\, and for sponsoring the House Tartan Day Resolution (H.R. 41)\, in 2005. As in years past\, the award will be presented by the members of the steering committee of the five Scottish heritage organizations that together make up TSCUSA.  Both Mr. Duncan and Mr. McIntyre will attend the event.  The award will be presented by Camilla Hellman\, President of ASF\, Peter Wilson\, President of SHUSA\, Ken Lloyd\, the new National commander of the Scottish American Military Society (SAMS)\, and John King Bellassai\, President of COSCA–all member organizations of TSCUSA. \n\n\n\nAll current members of the House Friends of Scotland Caucus will be invited to join us for the Thursday Reception and Awards Presentation at DACOR Bacon House. Though Congress will not be in session that week\, some will likely be in town.  \n\n\n\nOur lineup of speakers for the afternoon Symposium will include (1) Chris Thomson\, Scottish Gov’t Counselor for North America; (2) Professor Duncan Sim of the University of the West of Scotland\, who has published on the subject of the Scottish Diaspora in America; (3) the Rt. Hon. Andrew Morrison\, Viscount Dunrossil\, an hereditary Scottish peer long resident here in the States; (4) Donald MacLaren\, Chief of Clan Laurin and Convenor of the Standing Council of Scottish Chiefs; (5) Professor James Ambuske from George Mason University in Fairfax\, VA; (6) Keith MacGregor\, North American Board Member for the Clan Gregor Society\, Scotland; (7) Alexandra Duncan\, Membership Secretary for the Scottish American Women’s Society of Washington\, DC; and three speakers who together c will address trade policy between Scotland and the USA and related issues economic issues–(8) Ian Houston\, President of the Scottish Business Network\, (9) John Bleed Director of the Confederation of British Industry\, (a BABA/ DC member organization)\, and (10) Peter Wilson\, President of Great Scot International\, a business entrepreneur located in NC who imports Scottish food stuffs\, beverages and woolens). (Peter is also President of Scottish Heritage\, USA (SHUSA) a Scottish Coalition member organization.) \n\n\n\nProfessor Duncan Sim will be focusing on the Scottish Government’s new Engagement Plan with the U.S.\, which he and a colleague have just revised\, at the direction of ScotGov. He will also be alluding to his previously published work about the present-day Scottish Diaspora in the USA\, and giving an update.  Lord Dunrossil and Donald MacLaren\, who are both with the governance group at the Standing Council of Scottish Chiefs (SCSC)\, will be addressing aspects of how the various clan and family societies here in the States (of which there are approximately 120)–celebrate and display their “Scottishness.” As you know\, all these clan societies have websites and pitch tents at highland games around the USA. And many Scottish clan chiefs come over as guests of honor to attend these events. Though the relations between the clan chiefs in Scotland and their clan societies in the USA (and elsewhere around the world) are generally cordial\, there are some issues around authenticity about which the SCSC has expressed concerns. Dunrossil and MacLaren will also talk about the SCSC’s new “Heirs Project”–an effort to provide training and orientation to the upcoming heirs of Scottish clan and family chiefs\, and to the generation of new\, young chiefs now stepping into leadership roles. These will be the primary focus of their remarks.  this will be a panel discussion.Keith MacGregor will be talking about the 20-year effort of the Clan Gregor Society\, Scotland–founded in 1822\, of which Keith is the North American Board Member–to unearth and restore a dozen intricately carved gravestones bearing images of armored medieval MacGregor chiefs\, which had all lain long-forgotten and neglected in a highland cemetery for centuries. Prof. Ambuske from George Mason University  has focused his research on Scots in colonial America\, before and during the American Revolution. He will talk about that.  Alex Duncan will bring us news from SAWS which is a relatively new (8 years old now) nonprofit membership organization open to all women in the DC Metro Area who were born in Scotland or descend from one or more Scottish immigrants to America (female or male).  Ian Houston\, Peter Wilson\, and John Bleed will together be addressing current trade and economic issues between Scotland and the USA–including the impact of Brexit\, inflation and supply chain issues\, and President Biden’s newly announced “Buy American” trade policy on Scottish exports\, etc. (This will be a panel discussion.)
URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/national-tartan-day/
LOCATION:DACOR Bacon House\, 1801 F Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Scottish Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230128T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230128T230000
DTSTAMP:20260512T194419
CREATED:20221214T160426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T142723Z
UID:10665-1674930600-1674946800@saintandrewsociety.org
SUMMARY:Burns Night Dinner
DESCRIPTION:The Saint Andrews Society of Washington DC is hosting the 264th anniversary of the birth of Robert Burns poet laureate of Scotland. This celebratory formal event includes a three-course dinner\, performances by the Washington DC Pipes and Drums Scottish\, dancers and traditional poetry and speeches that celebrate Burns’ remarkable life and works. \n\n\n\nThe event will be held January 28 2023 at Belle Haven Country Club 6023 Fort Hunt Road Alexandria VA. Cocktails are a hosted hour with a cash bar beginning at 6:30 pm and dinner starts at 7:30 pm.  Dress is Highland Formal or Black Tie. \n\n\n\nMember discount is EARLY30 which is a $30 per ticket. Valid until Jan 6. 
URL:https://saintandrewsociety.org/event/burns-night-dinner/
LOCATION:Belle Haven Country Club\, 6023 Fort Hunt Road\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22307\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221005T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221005T213000
DTSTAMP:20260512T194419
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220129T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220129T230000
DTSTAMP:20260512T194419
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211204T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211204T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T194419
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211113T230000
DTSTAMP:20260512T194419
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
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