Phoenix, Arizona – On Saturday & Sunday, February 23 & 24, 2008 the Arizona Scottish community and about 15,000 of their closest friends from the four corners of the world will gather at their NEW HOME, Margaret T. Hance Park in downtown Phoenix to celebrate their culture.
FOR IMMEDIATE PRESS RELEASE
Today’s Date: January 14, 2009
Contact: Jacqueline Carro O/ 480.839.1445 * C/ 480.495.8924 * F/ 480.491.4196
Arizona Scots Kick Up Their Heels!
TAKE THE LIGHT RAIL TO
CENTRAL PHOENIX
FREE PARKING & SHUTTLE!
45th Annual Arizona Scottish Highland Games
Fact Sheet & Press Release
Who: The Caledonian Society of Arizona
What: The 45th Arizona Scottish Highland Games & Gathering
When: Friday 2/20/09 Glenfiddich Scotch Whiskey Tasting Friday night at Seamus McCaffrey’s downtown, 7:30pm! Saturday 2/21 Games & Gathering ~ Gates open at 9am w/ Opening Ceremonies &
Welcoming remarks by Mayor Phil Gordon, Noon! Gates close at 5pm
Sunday 2/22 Games & Gathering ~ Gates open at 10am and close at 4pm
LOOK FOR ENTERTAINMENT, ATHLETIC AND OTHER EVENT SCHEDULES
IN WEDNESDAY’S 2/18 ARIZONA REPUBLIC NEWSPAPER!
Where: Margaret T. Hance Park, 1106 N. Central in Phoenix (On Central, south of McDowell)
Admissions: Scotch Whiskey Tasting ~ TBD
Scottish Gathering & Highland Games as follows:
One Day: General Admission - $15, Seniors * $13 * Children 6-12 $5
FREE PARKING & SHUTTLE!
More Info: Call the Caledonian Society of Arizona (602) 431-0095 or check our Web Site at www.arizonascots.com
The Caledonian Society of Arizona
is proud to host the 45th Annual Arizona Scottish Gathering and Highland Games
February 21-22, 2009
Margaret T. Hance Park located on Central Avenue between McDowell Road and Roosevelt Street in Central Phoenix
More information coming soon!
Games Chairman: Jackie Carro - jackiecarro@cox.net
Wednesday, August 27 2008 @ 11:15 AM MST
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NOTE FROM MICHELLE CAMPBELL:
Now that school is back in session and we all pretty much know where we need to be at what time, it is time to go back to important stuff --- Highland Games!
The Caledonian Society of Arizona presents Robert Burns Dinner.
Saturday, February 9th, 2008 at 6:00 pm. Fiesta Inn 2100 S. Priest Dr.
Tempe, AZ 85282.
The Ayrshire Fiddle Orchestra is a collection of dedicated young people
who come together to keep alive the traditional music of Scotland.
Their music has entertained all over the world having performed in
numerous locations, from rural community centers on the Isle of Skye to
the Sydney Opera House, and from retirement homes in Oslo to the lawn
of the White House.
Bring your wee ones to the newest annual tradition, the Wee Ones Rabbie Burns Night Supper.
The Caledonian Society of Arizona bring to your family a unique learning experience. This Robert Burns Night supper is arranged by the Wee Folks for the wee folks.
Cost: Free Parents: Come along and bring your camera.
Location: Scottsdale Senior Center 1700 N. Granite Reef Rd. 7:30 PM, January 11, 2007