Thistle Epistle

THISTLE EPISTLE

St. Andrew Scottish Society of New Mexico Newsletter April 2015

In this Issue

Election Results Pg. 1

Information / Credits, Pg. 2

President’s Message, Pg. 3

Flowers of the Forest, Pg. 3

Sports Section, Pg. 4

Celtic Movie Night, Pg. 4

Learn Gaelic, Pg. 4

Celtic Festival, Pg. 5

April Calendar Pg. 6

May Calendar Pg. 7

Tartan Day, Pg. 8

Celtic Recipe Corner, Pg. 8

Featured Clan, Pg. 9

ABQ Folk Festival, Pg. 10

Celtic Directory, Pg. 11

Membership Application, Pg. 12

Thistle Epistle ~1~ April 2015

Board of Directors Election

The Annual General Meeting on March 29th was a huge success. We’ve posted

the results of the election below, as well as an email address to reach them at.

Position Name Email

President Bruce Green [email protected]

VP of Events Paul McDonough [email protected]

VP of Publicity Jacob Wilson [email protected]

Secretary Jerri Campbell [email protected]

Treasurer Ashley Wilson [email protected]

Director Bob Bryers [email protected]

Director Doug Cowan [email protected]

Director Brooke Fair [email protected]

Director Amy Gorman [email protected]

Director Tony McKenzie [email protected]

Director Jay Vandersloot [email protected]

The Board of Directors has promised an exciting year in 2015, look forward to

new events, and more member related activity. The President has also asked

for any member input or suggestions. Email them to: [email protected]

The St. Andrew Scottish Society of New Mexico is run by committees, we

have positions open on the following committees:

Membership Renewal Due

If you haven’t already done so, your 2015 Membership Fees were due April 1st.

You have until June 1st before your membership benefits expire.

You can renew your membership in two ways. You can either fill out the form on

page 12 and mail it in, or you can visit our website, www.SASSNM.org, and renew

online through PayPal.

Volunteer Committee Scholarship Committee

Fundraising Committee Bylaws / Policy Committee

Event Committee Assistant Editor, Thistle Epistle

Assistant Webmaster Writer, Thistle Epistle

Membership Notice

We have a new phone

number!

(505) 289-0577

Please update your

phone book.

Call us anytime for in-

formation on events or

just to chat!

The Thistle Epistle

Publication of the

St. Andrew Scottish Society

of New Mexico

Editor

Jacob Wilson

Assistant Editor

Vacant

President

Bruce Green

The Thistle Epistle is published bi-monthly

(Feb, Apr, June, Aug, Oct, Dec) by the St.

Andrew Scottish Society of New Mexico.

Editorial submissions, Letters, Committee

and Auxiliary Group Reports, Events, and

Submissions to the Editor must be received

by the deadline of the 15th of the month

preceding publication of the newsletter.

Email submissions to [email protected]

Advertising Rates - Monthly

Business Card……………………….$5.00

1/4 Page…………………………….$10.00

The St. Andrew Society needs your help.

The open positions are listed on Page 1.

If you are interested, email

[email protected]

The St. Andrew Scottish Society of New Mexico

P.O. Box 37288

Albuquerque, NM 87176

www.SASSNM.org

505-289-0577

2015-2016 Board

President

Bruce Green

[email protected]

VP of Events

Paul McDonough

[email protected]

VP Publicity

Jacob Wilson

[email protected]

Secretary

Jerri Campbell

[email protected]

Treasurer

Ashley Wilson

[email protected]

Director

Bob Bryers

[email protected]

Director

Doug Cowan

[email protected]

Director

Brooke Fair

[email protected]

Director

Amy Gorman

[email protected]

Director

Tony McKenzie

[email protected]

Director

Jay Vandersloot

[email protected]

Membership Renewal Due If you haven’t already done so, your 2015 Membership Fees were due April 1st. This is your last Thistle Epistle unless you renew! You

can renew your membership in two ways. You can either fill out the form on the last page and mail it in, or you can visit our website,

www.SASSNM.org, and renew there. Any questions, call PHONE NUMBER.

1 Year 5 Year

Adult Membership $20.00 $100.00

Family Membership $25.00 $125.00


The Objectives of the Society are to perpetuate an interest in the culture of

Scotland and to encourage the study of Scottish History , literature and performing arts.

To engage in fellowship with persons who value and appreciate the history of Scotland.

To celebrate St. Andrew’s Day (Nov 30), Hogmanay (Dec 31), Robert Burns’ Birth-

day (Jan 25), National Tartan Day (Apr 6); and other events that are consistent

with the Society’s objective. To sponsor and, when the Board of Directors deems it

appropriate, provide financial support to affiliated groups who are engaged teaching and

performing the arts and culture of Scotland. This may include but is not limited to

singing, dancing, piping, drumming, reciting poetry and speaking Gaelic.

Monthly Board Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of the month. Contact

President Bruce Green ([email protected]) for details.

Membership Cards: The current membership year runs form April 1, 2015 through

March 31st, 2016. All current members have been issued a membership card. If your

card shows an expiration date prior to 2015, then your membership is expired! Please

renew using the membership form included at the end of the newsletter or on our web-

site www.SASSNM.org. If your card has been lost or damaged please contact Jay

Vandersloot, [email protected] for a replacement card.

Hello Members,

I am Bruce Green and I am pleased to have been

elected as your new President. It is truly an honor and I

will do my very best to uphold the standards that Tom

set forth. I would like to tell you all a little bit about my-

self. My Clan is Clan Macleod of Lewis. I spent twenty

years in the US Navy and have had many occupations

since. I moved to New Mexico in September of 2001. I

am currently working the Albuquerque Bernalillo County

Water Utility Authority.

I see great things ahead for our organization. We are

going to start making the Society’s name more well-

known this year by looking into sponsoring more func-

tions and we will need all of our members to support

these by a show of force so to speak. I look forward to

serving you as your President and hope that I see as

many of you as possible at the Celtic Festival, so please

come and bring all the family.

Sincerely Your President,

Bruce Green

President’s

Message

Mission Statement

The mission of the Society is to further interest in

and appreciation of Scottish and other Celtic cultures,

history, literature, and performing arts through

education, recreation, charity, and fellowship.

To further this mission, the Society shall remain a

501(c)3 nonprofit, and shall be nonpolitical and

nonsectarian.


Flowers of the Forest

Maya Spencer, 17, beloved daughter, of Alan and Barbar Spen-

cer, passed away on March 21, 2015 after a terrible accident on

the Sandia Crest. She entered this world on February 23, 1998

in Albuquerque. She loved horses, dogs, and just about any

other animal she came in contact with. Music was her passion

and she followed several local and regional bands. Maya never

met a stranger, and she adored her friends. Her bright smile and

cheery disposition were infectious. - Albuquerque Journal

Those interested in donat-

ing can go to fundrazr.com,

and search for “Maya

Funeral”.

This closes on April 7th, so

if you’ve been meaning to

help, then now is the time.

Alan has posted on his

Facebook account, saying

that the family will donate

any extra money to a Maya

approved charity.

Sports

Youth Rugby The Raptors fell to Monte Vista 10 - 30 in the Premier U15 Match. Rio Rancho came from behind to defeat Monte Vista 45 - 40 in a close U13 match The Under 11 match was a draw with all the kids involved having a lot of fun and a great day of Rugby was had by all.

Game Schedule April 4th Easter By Week April 11th Tournament @ Enchanted Hills Elementary School, 5400 Obregon Rd NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87144 Raptors vs Higlanders Monte Vista vs Hawks April 18th Highlanders @ Monte Vista - 3 PM - Desert Ridge Middle School, 8400 Barstow St NE, Albuquerque, NM 87122 Raptors @ Hawks - 3 PM - Enchanted Hills Elementary School, 5400 Obregon Rd NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87144 April 25th Hawks @ Monte Vista - 3 PM Desert Ridge Middle School, 8400 Barstow St NE, Albuquerque, NM 87122 Monte Vista @ Raptors - 3 PM - Enchanted Hills Elemen-tary School, 5400 Obregon Rd NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87144 May 2nd All Club Tournament, Santa Fe Municipal Rugby Complex, 205 Caja Del Rio Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87507 May 16th & 17 All Club Tournament, hosted by the Rio Grande Valley Celtic Festival at the Balloon Fiesta Park.

Source: Albuquerque Youth Rugby United

Celtic Movie Night

Our next Movie night is April 17th, and we’ll be

watching Rob Roy.

The movie will start at 6:30 and the doors open

at 6pm.

-- At the --

St. Andrew Presbyterian Church

5301 Ponderosa Ave, NE

Albuquerque

Rob Roy

In the highlands of Scotland in the 1700s, Rob

Roy tries to lead his small town to a better fu-

ture, by borrowing money from the local nobility

to buy cattle to herd to market.

When the money is stolen, Rob is forced into a Robin Hood lifestyle to defend his family and

honour.

~RSVP~

Call Paul 505-294-8205

**As Always**

Free Admission

Free Popcorn

Free Drinks

Source: IMDB.com

"Slàinte mhòr agad!"

(SLAHN-tchuh VORR AH-kut!)

"Great health to you!"


Festival Events

Highland Games

- Caber Toss

- Weight Toss

- Weight Throw

- Sheaf Toss

- Hammer Throw

- Stone Put

Rugby Tournament

Youth & Adult

Celtic Football

Antique Car Show

British Car Show

Celtic Dog Show

Celtic Horses

Music, Featuring:

Angry Brians

C J Piper Band

Children’s Area

Viking Encampment

Beer Tent

We’ll be at the Festival!

Come find us!

Official Dates / Times

Saturday, May 16th - 9 AM - 8:30 PM

Sunday, May 17th - 9 AM - 4 PM

Admission Fee

Cash, Credit Card or Debit Card

Adult 1-Day………………………………..……...$15

Adult 2-Day…………………...…………………..$20

Child (6-14) 1-Day…………………………..…….$7

Child (6-14) 2-Day……………………………….$10

Child (Under 6)……………...Free with Adult Ticket

Senior & Active Military 1-Day…………………..$10

Senior & Active Military 2-Day…………………..$15

(Two children free on Sunday with Military Ticket)

Entertainment

Angry Brians - Featured Performer

CJ Piper

Liz Madden, Celtic Singer

Celtic Coyotes

Enchantment Country Dancers

Saiorse

Rye Creek

Shenanigans

Celtic Singers of New Mexico

Anslovers

Kelly S. Brzozowski - Harp

Holy Water & Whiskey

A Jug of Punch

Eagle’s Whistle

Welsh Choir

Host Hotel

If you’re coming from out of town and need a place to stay:

Nativo Lodge

6000 Pan American Freeway NW

Albuquerque, NM 87109

(505) 798-4300

Mention Celtic Festival for a discount!

Don’t forget the Kick-off Party!

Sponsored by the Irish American Society

May 15th, 6 - 9 PM @ the German American Club!

Music - Dance - Food - Festivities

4821 Menaul Blvd NE

Cost: $3 and a Potluck Item

Source: Rio Grande Valley Celtic Festival



Apri l 2015

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1

Membership Renew

Altan Concert

2

Celtic Music Night

3 4

5 6

Tartan Day

7

IAS Board Meeting

8 9

Celtic Music Night

10 IAS

Monthly Meeting

11

Youth Rugby Match

Vienna Ball

12

Tartan Day

Celebration

13 14 15 16

Celtic Music Night

17

Celtic Movie Night

18

Youth Rugby Match

19 Jazz Sunday 20 21

Board Meeting

22 23

Celtic Music Night

24 25 Youth Rugby

Tournament

Mexican Fiesta

26 27 28 29 30

Celtic Music Night

Visit www.SASSNM.org for more details, as well as other Events from our Associate Societies, the IAS and the GAC.

Event Details

Celtic Music Night - Every Thursday from 7 - 9 PM at Joliesse Chocolates 6855 4th St NW, Suite C1-B

April 1st - Membership Renewals are due. You may either pay online at SASSNM.org or with the form on the last page.

April 1st - Altan Concert - 7:30 PM at the KiMo Theater 423 Central Ave NW. Visit ampconcerts.org for info.

April 7th - IAS Board Meeting - 7 PM - At the GAC 4821 Menaul Blvd NE, All Members Welcome

April 10th - IAS Monthly Meeting - 7 PM - At the GAC 4821 Menaul Blvd NE, All Members Welcome

April 11th - Vienna Ball - 7 - 11 PM - At the GAC 4821 Menaul Blvd NE, Cost $10, All Members Welcome

April 11th , 18th, 25th - Albuquerque Youth Rugby League Matches and Tournament, for more information visit SASSNM.org

April 12th - Tartan Day Celebration 1 - 5 PM. We’re celebrating our Tartan Day at the GAC 4821 Menaul Blvd NE

April 17th - Celtic Movie Night - 6:30 - 9 PM - St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 5301 Ponderosa Ave NE

April 19th - Jazz Sunday - 2 - 5 PM - Cost $5 - At the GAC 4821 Menaul Blvd NE, All Members Welcome

April 21st - SASSNM Board Meeting 6:30 - 9 PM. At the GAC 4821 Menaul Blvd NE. All Members Welcome

April 25th - Fiesta Night - 7 - 11 PM - At the GAC 4821 Menaul Blvd NE, All Members Welcome

Event Details

Celtic Music Night - Every Thursday from 7 - 9 PM at Joliesse

Chocolates 6855 4th St NW, Suite C1-B

May 2nd - Youth Rugby Tournament - 8:30AM - 3PM - Santa Fe

Rugby Complex, 205 Caja Del Rio Rd, Santa Fe, NM

May 2nd - Albuquerque Renaissance Fair - 11 AM - 7 PM -

Balloon Fiesta Park - For more information visit cabq.gov

May 5th - IAS Board Meeting - 7 PM - At the GAC 4821 Menaul

Blvd NE, All Members Welcome

May 15th - Celtic Festival Kick off Party - 6 - 9 PM - Pot Luck -

Cost $3 - At the GAC 4821 Menaul Blvd NE

May 16th & 17th - Rio Grande Valley Celtic Festival - Balloon

Fiesta Park - For more information visit CeltFestABQ.com

May 16th & 17th - Youth Rugby Tournament hosted by the Rio

Grand Valley Celtic Festival - Balloon Fiesta Park

May 19th - SASSNM Board Meeting 6:30 - 9 PM. At the GAC

4821 Menaul Blvd NE. All Members Welcome

Upcoming Events

June 5th - Albuquerque Folk Festival Fundraiser Concert

June 6th - Albuquerque Folk Festival

May 2015

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 2 Youth Rugby Tournament

ABQ Renaissance Fair

3 4 5

IAS Board Meeting

6 7

Celtic Music Night

8 9

10 11 12 13 14

Celtic Music Night

15 Celtic Festival

Kickoff Party

16 Rio Grande Valley Celtic

Festival

17 Rio Grande Valley Celtic

Festival

18 19

Board Meeting

20 21

Celtic Music Night

22 23

24 25 26 27 28

Celtic Music Night

29 30

31

Visit www.SASSNM.org for more details, as well as other Events from our Associate Societies, the IAS and the GAC.



National Tartan Day: April 6

Americans of Scottish descent have played a vibrant and influential role in the development of this country. However not until 1997

was this influence recognized by a single-year U.S. Senate Resolution that appeared in the Congressional Record of April 7, 1997. In

1998, National Tartan Day of April 6 was officially recognized on a permanent basis when the U.S. Senate passed Senate Resolution

155 recognizing April 6th as National Tartan Day. This was followed by companion bill House Resolution 41 which was passed by the

U.S. House of Representatives on March 9, 2005. The passage of this bill was due to the work of the National Capital Tartan Commit-

tee, Inc. and president James Morrison.

The date of April 6 commemorates the signing of the Declaration of Arbroath in 1320, which asserted Scotland's sovereignty over

English territorial claims, and which was an influence on the American Declaration of Independence. Canada has been celebrating

"National Tartan Day" since 1993. The idea and motivation for creating a similar American holiday was provided by the Scottish Coali-

tion, a group of national Scottish-American cultural organizations. Scotland has established it's Tartan Day on April 6th, 2004 and has

since joined other regional councils in attempting to develop its potential as a global celebration.

There is another Tartan Day, called International Tartan Day, celebrated in Australia and New Zealand on July 1st, the anniversary

of the Repeal Proclamation of 1782 annulling the Act of Proscription of 1747, which had made wearing tartan an offense punishable

with up to seven years transportation.

Due to the Easter Holiday being on April the 5th, we will celebrate on the following Sunday, April the 12th, at the German American

Club, see the calendar or the website (SASSNM.org) for more details.

In the end, no matter what day you decide to celebrate, be proud of your ancestors and your heritage. Source: Wikipedia

Celtic Recipe Corner - GUINNESS STEW

Ingredients 1 - 1 1/2 lb marbled Chuck Roast, cubed

1/2 a white Onion, coarsely chopped

1 1/2 cup, coarsely chopped Carrots

1 1/2 cup, coarsely chopped Celery

1 16oz can of Guinness Draught (Not the Stout)

2 Cups Chicken Broth

1 Tbsp. Salt

1 Tbsp. Black Pepper

2 Tbsp. Garlic Powder

1 Tbsp. Paprika

1/4 cup Dried Parsley

1/4 Cup Olive Oil

Instructions In a large fry pan, combine Olive Oil, Chuck Roast,

Onions, Salt, Pepper, Garlic and Paprika. Lightly searing

for about 5 minutes on medium heat. Transfer mixture into

a Crock Pot, adding Guinness and Chicken Broth and set

Temperature to High. May Add more broth if mixture be-

comes dry.

After 8 hours, add carrots and turn temperature to low.

After another 8 hours, add celery and parsley. Continue

cooking on low heat for an additional 4 hours, occasionally

stirring. Take note that stew should be a thick gravy like

consistency when done.

Serve stew on a bed of sour cream garlic mashed potatoes, top off with a sweet molasses roll and enjoy. Serves 4-6.

Recipe by Ashley Wilson

To submit your recipe email [email protected]

Origins As Saint Andrew is the patron saint of Scotland the surname Anderson, which means Son of Andrew is found com-mon over most of the country. The Scottish Gaelic derivation of the name is Gilleaindreas which means Macandrew. The Scottish historian, Ian Grimble, states that although arms were granted to an Anderson of that Ilk in the sixteenth century, as the name is so widespread no exact place of origin can be established.

16th and 17th centuries The historian George Fraser Black lists Andersons as being burgesses of Peebles as well as in the county of Dum-fries. In 1585 John Anderson was a commissioner to Parliament for Cupar. Alexander Anderson was a famous mathema-tician who was born near Aberdeen and later settled in Paris, where he published works on Algebra and Geometry. Alex-ander's kinsman, David Anderson of Finshaugh, also a scientist, is renowned for removing a rock that was obstructing the entrance to Aberdeen harbour with the application of science and mechanics.

19th and 20th centuries In 1863 William Anderson published his famous biographical history of the people of Scotland, The Scottish Nation, in three volumes. In this book he praised the above-mentioned rock remover, David Anderson, stating that he had been rich enough and generous enough to found and endow a hospital in Aberdeen for the maintenance and education of ten poor orphans. In the 20th century the name is remembered for the famous Anderson shelters, a type of bomb shelter that was designed by John Anderson, 1st Viscount Waverley, during World War II.

Anderson Clan Society The Anderson Clan Society was formed in 1973 and is active throughout the world. A clan room and archival display are maintained at Wisby House in Kirtlebridge, Dumfriesshire

Cadet branches There is currently no chiefly line of the Clan Anderson, however the major cadet branches have been identified as Anderson of Dowhill, Anderson of West Ardbreck and Anderson of Candacraig.

Highland MacAndrews and Andersons In the Scottish Highlands the surname MacAndrew is considered a sept of the Clan Mackintosh or Chattan Confeder-ation and MacAndrews were also associated with the Clan MacDonell of Glengarry. The surnames Andrew, Andrews and Anderson are also considered septs of the Highland Clan Ross.

Source: Wikipedia

Featured Clan

Anderson

“Stand Sure”

Want to see your Clan Featured in the Thistle Epistle? Let us know! E-mail [email protected]


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cupar

The Albuquerque Folk Festival provides an opportunity for the public to experience and participate in folk music, song,

dance, and storytelling through educational workshops, demonstrations and performances. Folk activities enhance

community expression and the continuance of cultural traditions. Tickets for the festival are available now, at a special

rate, which ends on April 14th! Tickets are available at ABQFolkFest.org

The schedule for the 2015 Albuquerque Folk Fest has not been finalized. A copy of last years schedule is posted on their website,

ABQFolkFest.org, so that you can get a feel for how the event is going to go again this year.

The Event will start on the evening of Friday June 5th, with a fundraiser concert with the well known Irish band Solas. Tickets for the

fundraiser are for sale on AMPConcerts.org.

The Folk Festival will run from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM on Saturday, June 6th at the Albuquerque International Balloon Museum.

For more information, check back to ABQFolkFest.org for the updated 2015 Schedule.

Source: ABQFolkFest.org


Albuquerque 3rd Annual

Renaissance Faire

Celebrate the Middle Ages on May 2nd, 11 AM - 7 PM with the City of Albuquerque

and The Barony of al-Barran, Members of the Society for Creative Anachronism.

Come on down to the Albuquerque International Balloon Museum to enjoy this fun

festival. Activities include a free group Wedding, Renaissance Faire Wear Show,

the Tavern, Equestrian Jousting present by Epona, a Children’s Realm, shopping,

food court and much more!

Entertainment throughout the day includes a heavy combat demonstration,

jousting, Royal procession, and weapons demonstrations!

Ticket Information Tickets can be purchased online at cabq.gov

General Admission Adult: $10.00

General Admission Children (ages 3-12 years): $5.00

Children Under 3 Years: Free

Royal Feast Adult: $25.00

Royal Feast Youth (ages 3 - 12 years): $11.00

Feast and Faire for Four: $80.00 (Available until April 27)

For more information visit cabq.gov

Source: cabq.gov


Support Your Local

Irish/Scottish/Celtic Musicians/Performers!

The Anslovers

Teenagers Emily, John, and Jamie on violin, guitar, and upright

bass. Contact: John & Lorraine Anslover

Email: [email protected]

Carol Benson

Strolling café fiddler, vocalist, Suzuki teacher, and symphony

violinist.

Phone: 505-268-0906


Celtic Coyotes

Traditional music from Scotland, Ireland, Wales, and Brittany.

Contact: Doug Cowan

Phone: 505-710-0583


Friends Forever

Michael and Donna Coy and Chris Nelson play Celtic, Folk,

Cowboy and Originals.

Phone: 505-296-2017 or 505-250-4429

Email: [email protected].

Eagle’s Whistle

Same group as Friends Forever, but also with Andy Moss on

whistle and concertina.

Iscuma

(“It Doesn’t Matter”) Traditional Irish and Celtic music with Bill

McCoy and Kathy Wimmer. For information, contact Bill McCoy

Phone: 505-897-4407.

A Jug of Punch

Featuring triple distilled Irish American fun! Flutes, accordion,

mandolin, violin, and guitar. Contact: Cleve Sharp

Phone: 505-507-9915


Michele Buchanan and Shanachie Harpers

Phone: 505-765-1288


Shenanigans

Celtic and American Folk with a twist, variety of instruments

and vocals. Contact: Kathy Wimmer

Phone: 505-249-7012


Saoirse

(“seer shih,” Irish for “freedom”) Celtic music from Scotland,

Ireland, Brittany, and Galacia, spiced with jazz and world beat.

Contact: Suzanne Taichert

Phone: 505-331-0991


Rye Creek

Folk, Irish, western and good old mountain music.

Terry Ryan Axline, 505-293-8924,

Email: [email protected] -or-

Ron Trellue, 505-362-2551


The Singing Coyote Sisters

Donna Coy & Michelle Palmer perform Celtic, Folk, Gospel,

and Sing-A-Longs.

Phone: 505-296-2017 or 505-730-1985


For Scots and Friends of Scotland

Membership Application

NEW _____ RENEWAL _____

In which region would you like to be a member?

Central (ABQ) _____ SW (T or C) _____ NW (Santa Fe)_____

Member Name: _____________________________________ Spouse Name: _______________________________

Address: _______________________________________________________________________________________

City: ________________________________________________ State: __________ ZIP: _____________________

Home Phone: ________________________________ Cell Phone: ________________________________________

Email: ______________________________________ Spouse Email: _____________________________________

Your Clan: ___________________________________ Spouse Clan: ______________________________________

Children under age 18

Name/Relationship:

______________________________ ______________________________ ______________________________

______________________________ ______________________________ ______________________________

Please note our membership year is April 1through March 31st of the following year.

Type of Membership: Family ($25): _____ Individual ($20): _____

Are you willing to volunteer for any of the following? (check all that apply)

Burns Night (Jan) _____ Hogmanay (Jan) _____ Tartan Day (Apr) _____

Celtic Games (May) _____ Celtic Picnic (Sept) _____ St Andrew’s Day (Nov) _____

Membership Drive _____ Writing for the Thistle Epistle _____ Serve on the Board _____

Facebook _____ Other:

The objectives of the St. Andrew Scottish Society of New Mexico are: to perpetuate an interest in the culture of Scotland and to encourage

the study of Scottish history, literature, and the performing arts; to engage in fellowship with persons who value and appreciate the

history and culture of Scotland; to celebrate St. Andrew’s Day, Robert Burn’s birthday and other special events which are consistent with

the Society’s primary objective; to sponsor and support affiliate groups that are engaged in the instruction and performance of the arts and

culture of Scotland, including singing, dancing, piping, drumming, poetry and speaking Gaelic.

I hereby subscribe to these objectives and herewith make application for membership to the St. Andrew Scottish Society of New Mexico.

Your Signature: ________________________________________________ Date: ____________________

Spouse’s Signature: _____________________________________________ Date: _____________________

Make your check payable to:

St. Andrew Scottish Society of New Mexico

Mail with completed application to:

SASSNM Membership Chair, PO Box 37288, Albuquerque, NM 87176-7288 Remember: Your Membership is Tax Detectable Revised March 2015


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