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12th February 2021
Hi Folks!
Very sad news this week. We have lost a dear and treasured member. Diane Allison has passed away. She left us February
4th. Dave said she had been ill for several weeks. She suffered from various problems and would have been in for many additional
uncomfortable treatments. Dave has lost the love of his life. Many of us understand. She was loved by all, very much a
part of our extended family.
In addition to Dave, her husband of 22 years, she leaves behind her family: Christine Fiocca, Kimberly (Chris) Hartlaub,
and Jon (Natalie) Gardner; grandchildren, Alesia, Natalie and Johnny Fiocca, Katie Allison and Sydney Goodyear; brother, Jon
(Diana) Hall and her cat, Wallace. Due to Covid the family will be having services at a later date. A card may be directed
to the family at: Dave Allison, 1765 Calvert Drive, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio 44223
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Valentines Day is the date! Alex Murray is getting ready to go full force on a Zoom meeting. Please let him know if
you are interested. alrisk@AOL.com. Also, if you have questions. Alex also wanted to point out that:
Most of us cannot go to Scotland right now because of COVID, but maybe we can go there vicariously with two guys who can?
There's a show called "Men in Kilts: A Roadtrip with Sam and Graham" starring Sam Heughan and Graham McTavish from
the "Outlander" TV series. The premier episode is on the 14th of February.
Sam and Graham take viewers along on their adventures, discovering the rich, complex heritage of their native country,
meeting local artisans and experts, and experiencing genuine moments of awe and fascination.
Scottish American Society meetings resume on Zoom
Dear members,
Thanks to modern communication technology and blind luck efforts by Alex, our meetings will resume virtually on 2/14/21
(Valentine's Day) using Zoom.
The meeting format will be as we used at the library; Information on what is happening or proposed by the society and
other information on local and not so local Scottish related events.
Individuals can also suggest items for inclusion or present something themselves.
We will also resume the informative and educational (?) presentations from various individuals.
Alex also wants to remind everyone that if their camera and audio is enabled, do not to turn up to the Zoom meeting in
their P.Js. Unless they want to.
And don't be cussin' out the dogs/kids/grandkids or neighbors!
We will have a short intro to familiarize everyone who has not used Zoom before.
If you registered, you should already have received an email from Alex. If not, check your SPAM folder. If you saw it
and deleted it, oh well. But if you haven't received one at all, and want to join the meeting, get with Alex and he'll resend
it. Or contact Dave Allison at: buckeyeDA@aol.com, or Alex at: alrisk@aol.com
"The numbers are coming in for attendance at our February Zoom meeting. Old friends, members and folks who have attended
our meetings and events, all want to participate. Alex is still sending out invites like the one below, which will have a
link allowing you to join in. If you'd like to participate, and Alex has dropped the ball sending you an invite, let him know!"
Time: Feb 14, 2021 03:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Alex Murray is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Alex Murray's Personal Meeting Room
Time: Feb 14, 2021 03:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
When you receive the link just click on it and follow instructions. It is that easy. Alex says if he can do it, anyone
can.
For more information on using Zoom go to https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/206618765-Zoom-video-tutorials
On this site, Zoom provides a number of video tutorials on how to create and access Zoom meetings
The virus is still with us. Please remember that hand washing, sanitizing, social distancing and wearing a mask is the
first line of defense against our mutual enemy, the Covid virus.
Hopefully we will all soon have the opportunity to obtain the vaccine which will lead to immunity. Please do not believe
the anti-vaccine rhetoric. Please get vaccinated. We did. It was not a bad experience. Your life, or the life of someone
you love, depends on it. One more point. If you enter a store or other facility and people are not wearing masks turn around
and leave. If they do not care enough about others to wear or require a mask, they do not care enough. They do not deserve
your business.
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Elizabeth Vernon is making masks. She has several designs for sale. Anyone interested can contact her by phone at (917-545-2866).
She sells her masks for 7.50 each (3 for 20.00) at the Hartville Flea Market on Saturdays and Mondays if anyone wants to
see her selection.
Amy Barrington is also still crafting masks. Contact her at: osu012@yahoo.com. She has many designs and sizes. You can
see them at Amy Barrington on Facebook. Send her the number of the design you choose. She will also make them with or without
the sides open for a filter. Again, you specify your choice.
Kilt for Scottish events
Highland Kilt Co info@highlandkilt.com. Maybe you would like to buy an inexpensive kilt for next summers Scottish events.
There will be lots of events in 2021 where kilts will be just the thing to wear. Check out these inexpensive kilts and accessories.
https:highlandkilt.com
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.)
Alex recommends:
Stewart's Scottish Market https://www.stewartscottishmarket.com/
Camerons British Foods. https://cameronsbritishfoods.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
Miscellaneous Information - now will be found on our web site under the heading "Information". That page will
include items that are usually found in the newsletter. I will happily add any announcements you wish included.
Love, virtual hugs, and good health to you all please stay safe and get ready – we are going to have a wonderful
2021.
Slàinte!
Maggie
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