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2021 September 17
Hi there - Members, Friends, & Family
Meeting. On September 12th we finally had our meeting at the Akron Library. Zoom members were included. Frances Acar
presented a very interesting program on the Machair, the flora and fauna of the Outer Hebrides. She was presenting from Colorado
- and it sure was good to see her again. Our wondrous Alex put it together with the assistance of Mike Derr from the Akron
Library. Big thank you to them all.
Our next meeting will take place on Sunday, October 10th at 3:00 at the Akron Library. Bob Morehead will be presenting
the program that day.
Zoom Meeting Invitations.
Dont you just hate getting those unwanted solicitations in your email? Spending time checking to see of that item in your
spam folder is, in fact, spam. We appreciate that, so starting in November we will be deleting some of the addresses for our
ZOOM meetings. We wont be deleting you from the newsletter
If you wish to keep receiving Zoom invites, let us know at scotaminfo@gmail.com if we dont hear from you, we will assume
you prefer to attend at the library or not at all, and stop clogging up your email with invites. We will still be mailing
you the newsletter, unless you would rather not receive that as well. If so, just use the same address scotaminfo@gmail.com
to let us know. Of course if you do that, you might miss out on our upcoming events.
If you havent been receiving Zoom invites and would like to participate online, let us know at scotaminfo@gmail.com
Memorial Service. Dave Allison announced the Memorial Service for much beloved Dianne Alison. We miss her, but so far
Zoom does not reach her present location. Her service will be held on Saturday, September 25th at 2:00 p.m. at the Westminster
Presbyterian Church, 1250 W. Exchange St., Akron, OH 44313.. In lieu of other remembrances memorials may be made to Heidelberg
University or the Humane Society.
Penneygown
Want to take a trip to the past? The stories of a wee village in 1704 Scotland will soon return to our web site.
Genealogy Resources. Alex would like to remind those of you engaged in genealogical research that we have excellent resources
listed on our website [www.scottishamericansociety.org] Look on the Genealogy Page put together by Nancy Davis.
According to David Dobson, a renowned expert, the first stop in searching for Scottish Ancestors should be the Old Parish
Registers of the Church of Scotland, 1553-1854 & other church records. May I also refer you to www.scotlandspeople.gov.uk.
But before you transport yourself to the parish and the records, check with me. Thanks to Bill and Julie Kennedy I now
have a reference book that details Scotland parish records, how good they are and the condition - or if they even exist. That
information can save you a lot of time, energy and research.
Save the Date: Late Night at the Library - Friday, October 1,
6:30 to 10:30 pm The Special Collections Division and the Summit County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society are
once again teaming up for Late Night at the Library. Late Night is an after-hours genealogy event when the Main Library reopens
for genealogists. Mingle with fellow researchers while learning about Special Collections; resources and discovering your
family history. Parking is free for those entering the parking deck after 6 pm. No registration is required for this event.
Global Cleveland Announcement to celebrate Global Clevelands 10 year anniversary. Here it is:To celebrate its 10-year
anniversary, Global Cleveland is offering the opportunity of a lifetime – a chance to win a trip for two to Cleveland’s
Italian Sister City, Vicenza, Italy. Announced this morning via Facebook live, Global Cleveland has partnered with Italian
Tours by Diana to send two lucky travelers on an 8-day Italian journey to Vicenza, Venice, Florence, and Rome. The winner
of the trip will be announced on December 9th at Global Clevelands Annual Meeting. Those interested in a chance to win can
visit Global Clevelands website. Tickets cost $100 per entry or $1,000 for 12 entries.
ST. ANDREWS CELEBRATION - We are hoping to resume our St. Andrews celebration in November. Christy Urquhart Walsh is
beginning to plan the event. Please get in touch with her if you can help. Contact Christy at: cwalsh345@yahoo.com or
akronscottishdancers@yahoo.com
BURNS DINNER Burns Dinner will take place at SYB Hall on January 21, 2022. There will be an auction of donated items
(we already have a few). We have contacted the SYB hall about arrangements. Life is beginning to return to normal! Attendance
will be limited, so when possible, make your reservations early.
COVID VIRUS
A more virulent version of the COVID virus is now spreading rapidly. It has become a Pandemic of the Unvaccinated. Dont
be one of them. Get vaccinated. If you cannot or will not get vaccinated, remember that hand washing, sanitizing, social
distancing and wearing a mask are the first line of defense against our mutual enemy, the Covid virus.
If you are not fully vaccinated, wearing a mask will help to protect yourself and others.
Kilts for Scottish events If you just want something to show your patriotism at a special event and have no interest in
providing the beginning of a family tradition of passing the kilt on, there are less expensive alternatives.
The Highland Kilt Co [https:highlandkilt.com]. Produces such a kilt. There will be lots of events in the future where
kilts will be just the thing to wear. At Burns Dinners, the St. Andrews, Scottish games and festivals, for example. Expensive
or inexpensive, the kilt is a revered tradition.
Scottish Imports
If you are interested in Scottish Pies and other goods, you will have to order them delivered since there are no local
dealers. There is a list on our web site on the Special Events page. (Or drop me a line & I'll email it to you.)
Scottish Food
Alex recommends:
Stewart's Scottish Market https://www.stewartscottishmarket.com/
Camerons British Foods. https://cameronsbritishfoods.com
The Scottish Banner https://www.scottishbanner.com
The September edition of the Scottish Banner is now available. Subscribe to receive each issue directly from them. The
Scottish Banner is the Scottish community’s largest international newspaper for ex-pat Scots or those with an interest
in Scottish culture and tradition.
The American-Scottish Foundation is embracing new communications platforms - delivering programming and events for members
and community via Zoom, Facebook Live events, podcasts and increased bulletins. Find them at: https://americanscottishfoundation.com
Highland Dance: If anyone is interested in signing up for classes, please contact Christie Walsh. Adults interested in
Scottish Country Dancing? Christie may add an Adult Scottish Country Dance Class in future. Let her know if you want more
information. Questions? Contact Christie Urquhart Walsh at: cwalsh345@yahoo.com or akronscottishdancers@yahoo.com
Financial Grant Available. The Clan Murray of North America Society has invited applicants for financial grants to support
Scottish activities in the U.S.A. A grant may be up to $500 and may be used to improve an individual’s prowess in
the Scottish music and dance arena, or for groups otherwise promoting Scottish culture, tradition and history.
The application process is open to all, however, preference may be given to Murray clan descendants or one of their allied
families. For more information, and to apply for the grant, go to clanmurray.org and select the Juniper Fund tab. Applications
are open through January 31st, 2022. Awards to be announced March 1st, 2022.
Love, hugs, and good health to you all…please stay safe.
Slàinte!
Maggie
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