tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6888447530648139891Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:17:48 +0000http://thegatheringofthescots.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (wd)Blogger41125TheGatheringOfTheScotshttp://feedburner.google.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6888447530648139891.post-5845401878723453434Thu, 28 May 2009 23:32:00 +00002009-05-28T16:37:52.132-07:00The grounds are set, the good weather has been ordered from Environment Canada and all we need is people!Here is a picture just to whet your enthusiasm! The festival has taken a big growth spirt this year. The field of Athletes is huge and we have more displays than last year! There will be something for everyone! ... and don't forget to drop by the Tea Tent for a morsel of haggis! I http://thegatheringofthescots.blogspot.com/2009/05/its-go.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Murray)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6888447530648139891.post-4831777583607099306Thu, 14 May 2009 18:56:00 +00002009-05-14T12:04:29.358-07:00The Gathering of the Scots is changing the location of the information booth and creating a separate souvenir booth.The Information booth will be located just as you walk onto the grounds and highly visible and the souvenir booth will be in or near the vendor alley.Amanda has been scouring the catalogues to find the perfect souvenirs, and Carrie and Christie who will be running the booth, are http://thegatheringofthescots.blogspot.com/2009/05/some-changes-on-grounds.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Murray)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6888447530648139891.post-8891326111232926172Tue, 12 May 2009 23:26:00 +00002009-05-12T16:36:22.480-07:00A Hugh part of the festival is the sound of the Great Highland Pipes. This year we have four bands: Fredericton Junior Pipe Band Oromocto Legion Pipe Band Fredericton District Pipe Band and our very own Southern Victoria Pipe Band. The individual bands perform at various time through out the day but the highlight happens at noon and 5:30 pm, when they join together and perform as a MASSED BAND. http://thegatheringofthescots.blogspot.com/2009/05/pipes-and-drums.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Murray)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6888447530648139891.post-340798009250657305Tue, 12 May 2009 23:17:00 +00002009-05-14T12:13:55.647-07:00Clifford Young has been working hard the last couple of years to introduce a new-to-our-games but a standard part of traditional Scottish Festivals -- Fly Casting Competition. Salmon fishing is a noble highland sport enjoyed by kings and poachers!Prince Phillip and Prince Charles of the British Royal family are passionate fly fishermen when they are at Balmoral Castle in the Scottish Highlands.Sohttp://thegatheringofthescots.blogspot.com/2009/05/fly-casting-competition.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Murray)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6888447530648139891.post-1216459697130213078Mon, 11 May 2009 12:15:00 +00002009-05-12T16:16:47.025-07:00What'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 http://thegatheringofthescots.blogspot.com/2009/05/party-at-ceilidh-tickets-available-now.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Murray)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6888447530648139891.post-7114126301584964721Sat, 09 May 2009 16:06:00 +00002009-05-09T10:23:01.441-07:00Now 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 http://thegatheringofthescots.blogspot.com/2009/05/camping-at-festival.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Murray)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6888447530648139891.post-4913716053764759252Sat, 09 May 2009 15:30:00 +00002009-05-14T12:15:18.253-07:00A 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 clubsIt 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 http://thegatheringofthescots.blogspot.com/2009/05/kilted-golf-in-scottish-highlands.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Murray)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6888447530648139891.post-147026289459061778Sat, 09 May 2009 00:25:00 +00002009-05-08T17:31:44.213-07:00GATES OPEN AT THE GROUNDSSaturday, May 30th at festival Grounds (8:30 am)Family (immediate) $20, Adult $7, Student $5 for a complete day of everything ScottishAthletics get underway at 9:00 AMMain stage entertainment starts at 10 AMMiddle School RugbyFiremen's Tug-of-war ChallengeFood & retailGenealogy and Information kiosksStop into the GOS Information tent for more informationTake one of our http://thegatheringofthescots.blogspot.com/2009/05/truncated-schedule.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Murray)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6888447530648139891.post-4784177338817940585Sat, 09 May 2009 00:11:00 +00002009-05-08T17:20:34.637-07:00Friday socialIt'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 http://thegatheringofthescots.blogspot.com/2009/05/medieval-memories-from-perth-andovers.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Murray)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6888447530648139891.post-6991226745519221183Wed, 06 May 2009 15:19:00 +00002009-05-06T08:36:38.475-07:00I 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 Perthhttp://thegatheringofthescots.blogspot.com/2009/05/gathering-of-scots-becomes-truly.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Murray)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6888447530648139891.post-8183024125724687035Wed, 06 May 2009 15:16:00 +00002009-05-06T08:18:14.729-07:00It's almost hereTwenty-two Days left until the Gathering of the Scots Highland Games and Festival.For all the latest specific information go to: www.gatheringofthescots.comhttp://thegatheringofthescots.blogspot.com/2009/05/its-almost-here.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Murray)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6888447530648139891.post-7494466407072746536Tue, 07 Apr 2009 16:37:00 +00002009-04-07T09:51:58.754-07:00With the Whisky Pairing dinner only 18 days away, I'm sure many of you are wondering: "... what to wear, what to wear? Well, it's a gala event and last year we had everything from Victoria County casual, to formal wear, with lots of plaid in evidence. Many of the volunteers were in kilts as were some of the guests. It's a great opportunity to strut your scottish heritage.Don't have a kilt? http://thegatheringofthescots.blogspot.com/2009/04/whisky-pairing-dinner-what-to-wear.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Murray)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6888447530648139891.post-7716709326945977297Wed, 04 Mar 2009 01:43:00 +00002009-03-09T06:42:04.254-07:00The Whisky Pairings page is up on the Gathering of the Scots web page. Wayland did a superb job.BTW, tickets are going fast if not sold out already.http://thegatheringofthescots.blogspot.com/2009/03/whisky-pairing-information.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Murray)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6888447530648139891.post-5709562869941586739Tue, 03 Mar 2009 18:10:00 +00002009-03-03T10:13:01.126-08:00The information on the Pairing Dinner for the website went to the webmaster today.Tickets go on sale today. $50 per person. info2@gatheringofthescots.com or Call Rod MacIntosh at 273-6710Don't dottle or you may be dissapointed.http://thegatheringofthescots.blogspot.com/2009/03/tickets-go-on-sale-today.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Murray)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6888447530648139891.post-2937586145658418836Sun, 01 Mar 2009 15:14:00 +00002009-03-01T07:16:21.531-08:00Mason's Tender will provide the musical entertainment for the evening.Here is their websitehttp://www.sonicbids.com/epk/epk.aspx?epk_id=143492http://thegatheringofthescots.blogspot.com/2009/03/entertainment-at-whisky-pairing.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Murray)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6888447530648139891.post-410002326126409840Sat, 28 Feb 2009 18:37:00 +00002009-02-28T10:59:46.207-08:00There seems to be a bit of a mystique surrounding Scotch Whisky, or in Scottish Gaelic, Uisge Beatha.It is asked for or offered by different names, " ...a wee dram...", "... a drop..." , "... something to wet your whistle..." and so on.Some like it neat, some with ice, some with varying amounts of water, some at room temperature and some a bit colder than that.Hopefully, we'll come away from http://thegatheringofthescots.blogspot.com/2009/02/water-of-life.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Murray)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6888447530648139891.post-8794866645935901583Sat, 28 Feb 2009 18:13:00 +00002009-02-28T10:24:59.200-08:00Whisky PairingsJohn and Dirk have settled on the pairings and all the whisky has arrived in Perth-Andover.It's interesting to note that all the whisky we're using is available here in New Brunswick.The MenuIntroduction- Cheese and Fruit,paired with Inverleven 1990, rare Lowland MaltSalad- Spinach and Cashew,paired with Benromach Traditional- SpeysideScottish Appetizer- Haggis with Neeps and Tatties(mild http://thegatheringofthescots.blogspot.com/2009/02/single-malts-are-finalized.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Murray)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6888447530648139891.post-270976733526914825Fri, 27 Feb 2009 01:26:00 +00002009-02-26T17:39:32.697-08:00The planning for the "Whisky Pairing" dinner is well underway under the direction of John Lang our whisky guru and Chef Dirk Bishop. This year may just outshine last year, which is no mean feat.Tickets will go on sale shortly, so keep watching the website and local papers for information on how to buy the tickets, a bargain at $50 per person.John has been working hard securing the best pairings http://thegatheringofthescots.blogspot.com/2009/02/whisky-pairing-dinner-sat-april-25.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Murray)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6888447530648139891.post-8574579706245058886Fri, 21 Mar 2008 01:39:00 +00002008-12-09T02:21:39.120-08:00They appear every St. Patrick's Day like a haunted Pirate ship emerging from the fog. Coming together from other bands they unite to form a driving force in Celtic music.They are BARRY'S PRIVATEERS and they play Celtic music that you know and love in an up tempo, high energy manner that will have you singing and dancing with friends old and new. Whether it’s traditional ballads or new http://thegatheringofthescots.blogspot.com/2008/03/barrys-privateers-headline-tartan-day.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rod Mac)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6888447530648139891.post-6348338746347694618Wed, 19 Mar 2008 02:19:00 +00002008-12-09T02:21:39.217-08:00CHAD TETFORD is a songwriter/singer "making big waves" from Halifax, Nova Scotia.His debut album "Between Us" features 12 original tracks written by Tetford and includes special guest quest appearances by many of his friends ( including The Cottars) that stopped by throughout the recording process to lend their talents.Writing songs for as long as he can remember, Chad will definitely turn a lothttp://thegatheringofthescots.blogspot.com/2008/03/gathering-welcomes-chad-tetford.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rod Mac)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6888447530648139891.post-5353923978837610100Wed, 19 Mar 2008 01:39:00 +00002008-12-09T02:21:39.446-08:00Montreal-based ALAN TRAIN has been confirmed as one of the many great musicians to perform at the Gathering of the Scots in 2008!Born in Lanarkshire, Scotland, and a graduate of Strathclyde University in 2000 with an honours degree in music, Alan has never been without a guitar since the age of 6. He grew up playing in bands from an early age and has been fortunate enough to earn his living http://thegatheringofthescots.blogspot.com/2008/03/scotlands-alan-train-to-perform-in-2008.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rod Mac)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6888447530648139891.post-7803788913311133283Wed, 12 Mar 2008 23:28:00 +00002008-12-09T02:21:39.589-08:00Perth-Andover, a center for Scottish Heavy Athletic development in New Brunswick, has produced many top competitors in recent years. Along with the accomplishments of reigning NB Champion Dirk Bishop, several other high-level titles have been held by local athletes including Lyndon Clark (2007 NB Junior Champion) and the husband & wife team of Kevin & Adena Robinson (2006 NB Open/Pro Champion http://thegatheringofthescots.blogspot.com/2008/03/kevin-robinson-throws-for-2008.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rod Mac)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6888447530648139891.post-1079648477047615239Wed, 12 Mar 2008 22:19:00 +00002008-12-09T02:21:39.724-08:00Fans will be pleased to know that "3-time World Masters Champion" Dirk Bishop will return to the Gathering of the Scots in 2008 to compete for top honors in the Scottish Heavy Athletics events! In addition to the amazing accomplishment of winning 3 World Masters titles (2005,2006,2007), Bishop presently holds the title of "Open/Pro New Brunswick Champion" as well.Bishop, the pride and joy of http://thegatheringofthescots.blogspot.com/2008/03/3-time-world-masters-champion-to-throw.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rod Mac)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6888447530648139891.post-7447744503238573943Wed, 12 Mar 2008 21:55:00 +00002008-12-09T02:21:39.920-08:00Perth-Andover's Gathering of the Scots festival marked the first time that women have competed in the sport of Scottish Heavy Athletics in Eastern Canada (2007)! After such a successful start, organizers are pleased to announce that the "Lassies" will be back on the field again in 2008!Seeing the women toss around the heavy implements proved to be a crowd favorite, and they will not disappoint http://thegatheringofthescots.blogspot.com/2008/03/womens-athletics-to-be-highlighted-in.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rod Mac)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6888447530648139891.post-6973592265299649793Wed, 12 Mar 2008 21:35:00 +00002008-12-09T02:21:40.091-08:00Greg Hadley, 3 time Canadian Champion, is returning to the Gathering of the Scots festival in 2008. Hadley has won the Ancient Scottish Heavy Events title at the Gathering for the past 5 years and is gunning for his 6th consecutive win. He owns most of the field records at our local games and it is a pleasure to watch him make this original extreme sport look easy! Hadley’s accomplishments http://thegatheringofthescots.blogspot.com/2008/03/canadian-champion-returns-to-gathering.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rod Mac)0