Several members of the Burns’ Society took a cruise on August 23. The Crew of the Schooner Woodwind were fun and gave us quite a fun experience.  The sun was setting over the skyline…what a beautiful evening. The breeze was swift and several in our group assisted with getting the sails up and steering the… Continue reading The Woodwind Cruise

This article, written by Eric Badertscher, was previously published in The Pibroch the newsletter of the St. Andrews Society of Baltimore. Seventy-eight attendees gathered at the Annapolis Elks Lodge No. 622 on Saturday, January 24, 2015, for the society’s 38th annual “Burns Supper,” honoring the life and legacy of Scotland’s bard. In addition to the formal… Continue reading Highlights of the RBSA’s 38th “Burns Supper” 2015

Burns Musical Premieres in Scotland A musical about the life and work of Robert Burns had its world premiere in Aberdeen in January. Robert Burns The Musical is based on an idea that entertainer Michael Jackson and Hollywood producer David Gest developed in the 1990s. The show opened at the Tivoli Theatre in Aberdeen, January… Continue reading “Did You Know…?” – Bits of Scottish News

As mentioned in the future events column, the 35th Annual Conference of Robert Burns Association of North America will meet May 29 – 31, 2015 at the Carriage House Inn in Calgary, Alberta. The conference begins on Friday morning, May 29th, with the opportunity to compete for the RBANA Trophy on the golf links. Registration is… Continue reading The RBANA Meeting and Conference

Hello RBSA Members, I’m writing to let you know that long time member Jean Hurd died on Monday.  She had been in the hospital and the Drs were going to move her to a care facility and put her under the wing of Hospice, she died while still in the hospital. Many of you will… Continue reading Sad News: Jean Hurd has Passed

April 6th marks the anniversary of the declaration of Scottish Independence in 1320 at Abroath Abbey on the East coast of Scotland. The document held the following lines: “For we fight not for glory, nor riches, nor honours, but for freedom alone, which no good man gives up except with his life.” Here are some… Continue reading Tartan Day April 6, 2014

It is with sadness that I report the death of Ann Glegg on March 2, 2014. She was a long-time member and a very active participant n Scottish Dancing with hubby, Jack.  She will be greatly missed. Obituary My heart’s in the Highlands, my heart is not here, My heart’s in the Highlands a—chasing the… Continue reading Ann Clegg (January 25, 1929 – March 2, 2014)