What's a Ceilidh? A big Kitchen Party!
How do you say it? (Kay-Lee no stress on either syllable)
When? Saturday night, May 30th at the Perth-Andover Legion (9PM-1AM)
Who? Shanneyganock Plus Mason's Tender, the Gaelach Breacan Dancers and lots of pipes and drums.
How Much? Only $12 per person, Get your ticket either at the information booth at the Games or at Boardwalk Video or the Bogan Restaurant and Lounge.
I went to Headliner ShaneyGanock's website and was blown away by the energy and down to earth sound. This is going to be the best PARTY band ever, a great mix of Celtic root and Newfoundland fun. http://www.shanneyganock.ca/
I can't say enough about Mason's Tender. As a Celtic music fan, working at the Whisky Pairing Dinner, I found myself stopping what I was doing and listening to the music. They do lot's of old favourites and range from slow and melancholy to fast and rowdy!
This is definitely a Not-to-be-missed event! $12/person... This would be $50/person anywhere but at the Gathering of the Scots Highland Games and Festival! See you there!
Monday, May 11, 2009
Saturday, May 9, 2009
CAMPING AT THE FESTIVAL
Now that you've decided to participate in the Gathering of the Scots Highland Games and Festival, where will you stay? Most of the local motels have rooms available, but if you like to camp, Baird's Memorial Campground is right next to festival grounds. They have modern trailer hook ups and excellent tenting sites over looking the majestic Saint John River (the Rhine of North America)
With your day pass to the grounds you can come and go as you please.
Contact Alfred or Charlene Baird at 273-3080
or email bairdc@nb.sympatico.ca
With your day pass to the grounds you can come and go as you please.
Contact Alfred or Charlene Baird at 273-3080
or email bairdc@nb.sympatico.ca
KILTED GOLF IN THE SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS
A great way to kick off the May 29th weekend is with a round of very light-hearted friendly golf. For some of us, it's the only time we play golf! And you don’t need a full set of clubs
It starts 4ish, just a few miles from Perth-Andover in the not so Ancient Scottish Highlands of Kintore at Mavor’s Golf & Sports Club, a challenging nine hole course designed by Pro/owner Dick Mavor.
It's a very unique golfing experience.
As you wander the hilly course searching for your ball or the green, you will be mesmerized as you hear the skirl of bagpipes echoing around you mixed in with the laughter and good-hearted teasing.
It’s all very reasonably priced at ONLY $10 each, everyone gets a prize and… there are cold beverages and light snacks for purchase.
For those needing a ride, there is a shuttle that will pick us at the Bogan and drop us off.
Scottish attire not mandatory but … there is a prize for best "Kilt-Kit"
It starts 4ish, just a few miles from Perth-Andover in the not so Ancient Scottish Highlands of Kintore at Mavor’s Golf & Sports Club, a challenging nine hole course designed by Pro/owner Dick Mavor.
It's a very unique golfing experience.
As you wander the hilly course searching for your ball or the green, you will be mesmerized as you hear the skirl of bagpipes echoing around you mixed in with the laughter and good-hearted teasing.
It’s all very reasonably priced at ONLY $10 each, everyone gets a prize and… there are cold beverages and light snacks for purchase.
For those needing a ride, there is a shuttle that will pick us at the Bogan and drop us off.
Scottish attire not mandatory but … there is a prize for best "Kilt-Kit"
See you there.
Someone snagged a caddy!
Someone snagged a caddy! Friday, May 8, 2009
Truncated schedule
GATES OPEN AT THE GROUNDS
Saturday, May 30th at festival Grounds (8:30 am)
Family (immediate) $20, Adult $7, Student $5 for a complete day of everything Scottish
Athletics get underway at 9:00 AM
Main stage entertainment starts at 10 AM
Middle School Rugby
Firemen's Tug-of-war Challenge
Food & retail
Genealogy and Information kiosks
Stop into the GOS Information tent for more information
Saturday, May 30th at festival Grounds (8:30 am)
Family (immediate) $20, Adult $7, Student $5 for a complete day of everything Scottish
Athletics get underway at 9:00 AM
Main stage entertainment starts at 10 AM
Middle School Rugby
Firemen's Tug-of-war Challenge
Food & retail
Genealogy and Information kiosks
Stop into the GOS Information tent for more information
Take one of our free shuttles to your car - ask at the information tent
Festival Chair Rod conducting a tour of the grounds!
MEDIEVAL MEMORIES FROM PERTH-ANDOVER'S VERY OWN CASTLE
It's getting closer to the final weekend in May and folks are starting to anticipate what many think of as the highlight of the year in Perth-Andover.
Many folks start their celebration on Saturday, but one of the best kept secrets of the Games is the Social on the Castle Inn on Friday evening. Like all things that weekend, it's a very informal, gathering of friends you know and friends you'll meet for the first time.
There will be folks in kilts and other folks; there will be lots of pipes and drums in the courtyard to start off and then it's clear the floor for the Gaelach Breacan Dancers from Rothesay, who have been festival regulars for many years. The musical entertainment will be Moncton's own - Mason's Tender who wowed the crowd at the Whisky Pairing Dinner. If you like Celtic music this is definitely a must hear.
This is a club experience that you only get in the big centres.
See you there
Many folks start their celebration on Saturday, but one of the best kept secrets of the Games is the Social on the Castle Inn on Friday evening. Like all things that weekend, it's a very informal, gathering of friends you know and friends you'll meet for the first time.
There will be folks in kilts and other folks; there will be lots of pipes and drums in the courtyard to start off and then it's clear the floor for the Gaelach Breacan Dancers from Rothesay, who have been festival regulars for many years. The musical entertainment will be Moncton's own - Mason's Tender who wowed the crowd at the Whisky Pairing Dinner. If you like Celtic music this is definitely a must hear.
This is a club experience that you only get in the big centres.
See you there
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
Gathering of the Scots becomes truly international
I just got an email from Rod Mac.
"... Dirk just confirmed with Mike Zolkiewicz from Mass. He is one of the premier throwers in the US. Couple that with the guys coming from New Hampshire and Maine makes for a pretty good international event. Also it looks like we'll have competitors from Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, NB, and Nova Scotia. 5 provinces and 3 states...not bad for a small games in Perth...."
Don't forget that the World Master Dirk Bishop will be there as well as the Canadian Champion Greg Hadley will be front and centre AGAIN at this year's games.
"... Dirk just confirmed with Mike Zolkiewicz from Mass. He is one of the premier throwers in the US. Couple that with the guys coming from New Hampshire and Maine makes for a pretty good international event. Also it looks like we'll have competitors from Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, NB, and Nova Scotia. 5 provinces and 3 states...not bad for a small games in Perth...."
Don't forget that the World Master Dirk Bishop will be there as well as the Canadian Champion Greg Hadley will be front and centre AGAIN at this year's games.
It's almost here
Twenty-two Days left until the Gathering of the Scots Highland Games and Festival.
For all the latest specific information go to: www.gatheringofthescots.com
For all the latest specific information go to: www.gatheringofthescots.com
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