President’s Report Scottish Society of Tidewater May 16 th, 2007

Tartan Day Ceilidh A good time was had by all! Thanks to Jeanne Rider - Chair of the Tartan Day Committee Thanks also to the many members that helped out before, during, and after the event.

Parade of Nations A small but inspired group of SST members turned out to escort Nessie through the streets of Downtown Norfolk! Thanks to Larry MacCauley for all of his hard work bringing her there and taking her home … Plans for next year include a “tail gate” party prior to the parade!

Kirkin’ o’ th’ Tartan Historic Christ Church in Irvington, VA

Boardwalk History Festival Thanks to Russell and Pam Darden, Bob Rider, and many others for their hard work in putting this together A very successful day, with many opportunities to talk with interested people … We are always looking for volunteers to set up an SST table at these sorts of events - great publicity for the Society!

Flowers of the Forest Tessa Cristina Tranchant ( ) A very special thanks to Rob Lockwood, Rita Hamilton, Tom Crouch, and Lynnette Fitch Brash for providing their talents and services

Flowers of the Forest Father of SST Member and TIAS President Mike Bromley, at the age of 90

Flowers of the Forest Hugh Fraser (St. Andrew’s Society of Richmond) Funeral at St. Stephen’s some time this week …

Update on Edward Brash, Sr. After quadruple bypass surgery, my Dad is back home, doing fine, and starting to bother my Mom (again) Thanks to everyone for their tremendous support and kind s - they really meant a lot to my Dad, and to Lynnette and me, as well!

Operation Scottish Cheer! Many of our members, and/or their family and close friends are currently deployed in Iraq, Afghanistan, and other dangerous locations We would like to help bring a little good cheer to their day by sending a “care package” from the SST Speak with Marcey, Scott MacGregor, or Lynnette about how you can contribute!

Operation Scottish Cheer! instant coffee, beef jerky, cookies, power bars, canned soup, tuna, etc., razors, “skivvies,” toothpaste, baby wipes, stamps, batteries, nail files, etc. magazines, newspapers, mini fans, blankets, puzzles, CDs, etc. Be creative! But remember to avoid things that could easily melt (like chocolate – unless it’s M&Ms), and to wrap potential messy items in zip lock bags.

Upcoming Events Celtic Festivals May 26/27 - Poconos Irish Music Festival June 1/2/3 - McHenry Highland Festival June Lancaster Celtic Fling and Highland Games June 2 - Gaelic Storm at Alley Katz in Richmond

Early Summer Picnic A joint event sponsored by the SST and the Tidewater St. Andrew’s Society Sunday, June 24th, 1-5pm Church of the Ascension Picnic Area Bring a dish!

Grandfather Mountain Highland Games July , in Linville NC This is the premiere highland games in the USA! The SST will sponsor a table/society tent there this year, provided our members will help to organize it! There is something in it for you, too!

Blackfinns in Norfolk On the first floor in Waterside - beautiful view - great patio … We have negotiated a deal with them, where they will give 10% off your total food bill, if you show your SST membership card! $3.00 imported draft on Friday evenings I would like to organize an informal get- together there some Friday evening - see me if you are interested

The Next SST Meeting Tuesday, June 19th - Central Library

Come to Cape Breton! There will be quite a few SST members in Cape Breton, NS this summer Nancy and Dave Montgomery George Phillips Edward, Lynnette, Sarah, and Olivia Let’s have some more of you come up, and we’ll have a ceilidh!