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23 July 2021
Heave Ho Me Hearties!
Pirate Day. We will be gathering at Kiwanis Pirate Day in the Portage Lakes. It is scheduled for Saturday the 24th of
July from 10 am to 3 pm at Portage Lakes State Park. (Earlier for set up.) The park is located off Manchester Road, Rt. 93.
We need volunteers for our “tent” and helpers for the game for children stopping by the Sasy tent. We
would be delighted if you chose to dress as a pirate or wench.
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.
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.
Picnic at Bethany UCC The picnic on the 18th hosted by the Bethany UCC was very pleasant. Kim Cran, minister of the church,
apparently has excellent connections with the weather gods. It could not have been better. Plaid Sabbath played (they are
always excellent) and we had a very enjoyable time chatting with folks attending - including our own Dave Allison.
Our next Zoom meeting will be Sunday August 8th at 3:00..
You will need to get the link for this Zoom meeting. If you do wish a Zoom invite, contact Alex. alrisk@aol.com. He
will provide the link. We plan to be back at the library in September in our usual room. We hope our Zoom members may be
included. This depends on the library being able to arrange it. Our meetings starting in September will be held September
12, October 10, and November 14. We will continue with our virtual meetings until then. We are hoping to have our Zoom meetings
in conjunction with our regular meetings.
ANNUAL SASY PICNIC We are planning an outside picnic for August 15th, beginning about 2:00 pm at the Barrington house
in Hartville. They have close to four acres, with a pasture next door. Guests are welcome. In order to have a proper head
count, please let me know if you plan to attend and I will send directions to your email address.
ST. ANDREWS CELERATION - We are hoping to resume our St. Andrews celebration in November. Christy Urquhart Walsh is beginning
to plan the event.
ONE WORLD DAY
www.clevelandculturalgardens.org; one-world-day
The Cleveland Cultural Gardens Federation will celebrate the 75th anniversary of the gardens this year. The celebration
will take place on August 29, 2021. The day begins with a Parade of Flags, followed by opening ceremonies and a naturalization
ceremony for new citizens of the United States, and food, music and dance in each of the Gardens. Alex Murray and Bill Kennedy
are planning our participation in this event. If you wish to help or participate, contact Alex at: alrisk@aol.com, or Bill
at: wkennedyjr@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! We are
already receiving items for the auction. Kathi Macgregor recently donated several items for the auction including a piper
doll, some interesting tee shirts, and an equally interesting towel.
COVID VIRUS
A more virulent version of the COVID virus is now spreading rapidly. People who have not been vaccinated are dying.
It has become a Pandemic of the Unvaccinated. The vaccinations currently available will prevent death from the new version
or the one that has been around. Please get vaccinated. If you cannot or will not get vaccinated, remember that hand washing,
sanitizing, social distancing and wearing a mask is the first line of defense against our mutual enemy, the Covid virus.
If you are not fully vaccinated, you are advised to continue wearing a mask 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 2021 where kilts
will be just the thing to wear. At the Sas’y Burns Dinner, St. Andrews, One World celebration - kilts are welcome.
Expensive or inexpensive, the kilt is a revered tradition.
Guided tours of the Cleveland Cultural Gardens
Saturday July 24th, August 7th, August 21st, September 4th, September 18th. Private tours can be arranged.
Meet in front of the Italian Garden at 990 East Boulevard. $10 per person. This is a walking tour, so wear comfortable
shoes. The tour lasts 90 minutes. Questions? Call 216-220-3075. Open to one and all!
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 July 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.
Join the conversation: #ScottishBanner or #TheBanner
You can also use the following link: https://www.scottishbanner.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/SB-4501-July-NA.pdf
Some of this edition’s content will also be available on our website throughout the month at: https://www.scottishbanner.com/category/article/
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
Love, hugs, and good health to you all…please stay safe.
Slàinte!
Maggie
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