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The Scottish American Society
is a group of people interested in the culture and history of Scotland and her people. We are open to participation
by individuals and families of all ages. Our gatherings are held at various places. Contact any of the chairmen or co-chairmen
for information or check this site for locations.
Our Objectives
Fun, fellowship, culture, information. We meet to greet, enjoy each other's company, learn about Scottish Heritage
and Culture, and decide what social event will get our attention each month.
Events and Programs
Among programs we have had are: a Genealogical expert discussing tracing family roots; a costumed Revolutionary
War Highland Soldier demonstrating kit and weaponry of that time, Castles & Cathedrals, history and structure; discussion
of the poetry of William McGonagall (arguably Scotland's worst poet) and a poetry contest. Frequently we dine together
- either with covered dish dinners, dinner at a local restaurant or at our annual summer picnic. We participate
in Tartan Day activities, State of Ohio events, the Brigadoon Celtic Festival, the Ohio Scottish Games at Wellington
and other community events. We host an annual Celtic Beltane Festival in May at Maize Valley Farms. We have also
hosted at Stan Hywet Hall during the holiday season. We annually honor a citizen who has contributed time and effort
to the Scottish American Community with our Rose and Thistle award - given at our December dinner. This person is nominated
by and voted on by our members.
OFFICERS
Chairmen & Dogsbodies: Jim and Margaret Frost, Tel.: 330-882-0342, e-mail: mfrost@nls.net, jfrost@nls.net
Co-Chairmen: Gene & Betty Marcus, Tel.: 330-499-1681, e-mail: marcusgab@aol.com,== Don & Joann Mellen, Tel. 330-497-8110, e-mail: watermellen@neo.rr.com,
Treasurer: Don Mellen
Hospitality: Betty & Gene Marcus
Membership Chairman: Joann Mellen
Genealogy: Nancy Haggard Davis
Historian: Julie McElhiney
Brigadoon Beltane Celtic Festival Chairman: Bill Kennedy
Co-Chairman: Frances Acar
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