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24 June 2022
To Members, Friends and Family
EVENTS
Ohio Scottish Games. This weekend. June 24, 25th at Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds,19201 East Bagley Road, Berea, Ohio
44017. Tickets at the gate are: $20 for adults and $10 for Junior Tickets (5-17 Years) Children under 5 are Free.
Ohio Scottish Games poetry competition. For the first time, the Ohio Scottish Games will include poetry reading in the
competitions.
Scam Email messages
Do not open an email from me that is from an address you do not recognize. I will not send you a secret message or request.
Beware Phishing emails. If you dont recognize the address, just delete it.
Do not fall for phony stamp offers. Postal Inspection Service wants you to be aware of and avoid phony postage,"
the USPS warns. According to the law enforcement arm, the most "frequently encountered counterfeit stamp" is the
Flag Stamp.
Portage Lakes Pirate Day Festival: July 30th, Starts with an optional 8:00 am Pancake Breakfast @ the Portage Lakes Kiwanis
Civic Center, 725 Portage Lakes Drive, Akron Ohio. Festival begins at 10:00 am State Park Beach. We will set up a game and
prizes for pirate participants.
Sasy Picnic: The Annual Sasy family picnic will once again be at the Barrington home in Hartville. Date & time: August
14th @ 2:00.
MEMBER NEWS
John Whitacre. Johns brother Stuart reports that John is still alert with a sharp mind. His body continues to weaken.
Stuart and his son Britton were moving furniture to make more space in his room for Annette to get around his bed. John told
him it reminded him of "Certain Ethnic Movers" for those of you who are old enough to remember Hoolihan and Big
Chuck on channel 8 in Cleveland.
Annette could use help and support. The hospice care team has told her to take long walks to ease the stress. Thanks to
all those who have pitched in. Keep it in mind if you have some time to spare.
John was told his voice sounds like it does because of weakness, not medication. They increased the dosage of his pain
medication to ease the pain in his hip and allow them to sleep through the night.
Stuarts email address is: kristu@toast.net
If you would like to send John a card, the address is:
John Whitacre
6712 Pinetree Ave NE
Canton, Ohio 44721
OPPORTUNITIES
Scottish Country Dance Lessons, Christie Walsh will offer classes for those who are interested. This is a pleasant way
to celebrate your heritage and visit with others of like mind. If this includes you, let her know at cwalsh345@yahoo.com.
Sasy Fiddle Orchestra is recruiting members, all ages and levels of talent are welcome! Contact Julie at jkkenney2@kent.edu
- if you are interested.
Genealogy Resources. Alex would like to remind those of you engaged in genealogical research that we have excellent resources
listed on our website. Look on the Genealogy Page put together by Nancy Davis.
Kilts for Scottish events.
If you want something to show your Scottish heritage at a special event, there are less expensive alternatives than a
bespoke, made to measure, kilt in your family tartan.
It is worth checking auction sites for Scottish attire or accessories. You never know what you will find. Sometimes
there are lovely heirloom kilts available, so have your measurements handy and take a look.
The Scottish Banner https://www.scottishbanner.com
The latest edition of the Scottish Banner is currently 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. If you would like to view the on-line copy for this month I will be glad to forward
the attachment to you.
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
Scotland Tours Scotland trips 2022 - 2023 - For information, check www.edpearlman.net/scotland . Those who have taken
Ed Pearlman's tours give them rave reviews, but they are limited. That is the beauty and the problem!
Pearlman Book - Ed has a new book "MusicScapes of Scotland: Vignettes from Prehistory to Pandemic" which just
came out. It is drawn from 24 years of music columns in Scottish Life magazine.
Highland Dance: If anyone is interested in signing up for classes, please contact Christie Walsh. Adults interested in
Scottish Country Dancing? Christie may add a regular 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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