BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 X-WR-CALNAME: PRODID:-//Upcoming.org/Upcoming ICS//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20080927 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20080929 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:McPherson (KS) Scottish Festival DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/440938/ ] The McPherson (Kansas) Scottish Festival and Highland Games is at Lakeside Park\, McPherson\, Kansas the fourth weekend of Sept. Enjoy two full days of Scottish and Celtic heritage and traditions. Family fun for everyone\, whether Scottish or not. Settle into a chair under a big tent to hear Celtic music and watch Highland or Irish dancing. Scottish and Irish folk singers and instrumentalists including Scottish baritone balladeer Alex Beaton\, born in Glasgow\, Scotland and now residing in Franklin\, KY\; Kansas City-based Shortleaf Band\; Tairis [TAH-rish]\, a tenacious Celtic trio from Madison\, WI delighting in songs and tunes from the old and new Celtic worlds. Defined by tight\, traditional harmony singing and Gaelic-language vocals\, Tairis is: Amy Curl (vocals)\, Daithi [DAH-hee] Wolfe (fiddle\, vocals) & Sheila Shigley (vocals\, fiddle\, cello)\; Omaha-based Ellis Island composed of Mick Doyle and Dave Marsh\, bringing the Irish pub experience to American audiences. Celtic harp by RoJean Loucks\, Salina\, KS. Marvel at the marching bagpipe bands and parade of tartans and kilts representing various Scottish clans. Grab a seat on the bleachers to watch burly athletes turn the caber and toss the sheaf\, as the announcer tells what to watch for. Many family activities. Children receive a prize bag by participating in the passport game and visiting the clan information tents. They can do crafts for a while\; then pet the Highland cattle\, watch the border collies herd a flock of sheep\, or see the birds of prey exhibit. Enjoy a lunch of Scottish meat pies or German sausage\, or a cup of tea and a scone. Browse the vendors of Scottish and Celtic goods and examine the stunning British car display. Clan gathering and fire ceremony plus short Alex Beaton concert Friday evening (FREE admission)\; music program and country dance Saturday evening (admission charged). Information from the McPherson Convention and Visitors Bureau\, 1-800-324-8022\, or at the festival website\, www.macfestival.org. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/440938/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/440938/ DTSTAMP:20080226T200551 LAST-UPDATED:20080226T200551 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/219064/ LOCATION;VENUE-UID="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/118663/":Lakeside Park\, US 56\, McPherson\, KS @ US 56/Kansas Avenue\, McPherson\, Kansas 67460 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VVENUE X-VVENUE-INFO:http://evdb.com/docs/ical-venue/draft-norris-ical-venue.html NAME:Lakeside Park\, US 56\, McPherson\, KS ADDRESS:US 56/Kansas Avenue CITY:McPherson REGION;X-ABBREV=:Kansas COUNTRY;X-ABBREV=:United States POSTALCODE:67460 URL;X-LABEL=Venue Info:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/118663/ END:VVENUE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20090110T090000 DURATION:PT0S TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:The 26th Annual Southeast Florida Scottish Festival & Highland Games DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/808956/ ] The Scottish American Society of South Florida is an organization dedicated to the furtherance of Scottish culture through Scottish dance\, music and art. We hold many events throughout the year including the Southeast Florida Scottish Festival and Games. The Date is scheduled for January 10th 2009 Fort Lauderdale Stadium & Event Site. Unfortunately due to new park regulations out of our control\, dogs will not be allowed this year. Highland Games Location: 1301 NW 55 Street Fort Lauderdale 33309 Details: http://www.sassf.org/games.html 2009 Festival Features: Highland Dance Competition Pipe Bands/Piping/Drumming Scottish Heavy Athletics Scottish Country Dancing Children's Games Scottish Clans and Societies Sheepdog Demonstrations Scottish Food\, Drink\, and Merchandise Host Hotel & Entertainment to be determined. Games start\, 9am to 7pm Tickets: Admission: $20 Advanced $15 Children 6 & under: Free Children 7 to 14: $3 in advance - $5 at the gate Find Ticket Outlets in Dade\, Broward and Palm Beach [Please confirm listed locations to purchase tickets. Call vendor Or call Society. Broward Ye Olde Falcon Pub in Davie had no tickets.] For More information call (954) 460-5000 To Be Announced: A reception for the Games Sponsors Price at the door and Advance Ticket Price\, For Tickets By Mail: Date for Request (TBA) Send a self-addressed\, stamped envelope with quantity\, types & payment\, payable to S.A.S.S.F. Festival Tickets ATTN: Ellen Willis 187 NE 100 Street Miami Shores\, Fl. 33138-2316 Competitions: Piping / Drumming / Pipe Band Highland Dancing Dance Competition See application for piping\, drumming & band. Ceilidh (concert) Friday Night before festival 9pm to 12pm Find Scottish Country Dance Clubs/Classes http://www.sassf.org/culture.html Find Pipe Bands (Some teach for FREE) http://www.sassf.org/pipebands.html The Society encourages all members and those interested in being members to attend our monthly meetings. Please do not forget to make sure your dues are up-to-date. http://www.sassf.org/meetings.html You can be added to the SASSF mailing list. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/808956/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/808956/ DTSTAMP:20080617T043003 LAST-UPDATED:20080617T043003 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/115847/ LOCATION;VENUE-UID="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/153386/":The Scottish American Society Of South Florida @ 901 NW 70 Avenue\, Plantation\, Florida 33317 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VVENUE X-VVENUE-INFO:http://evdb.com/docs/ical-venue/draft-norris-ical-venue.html NAME:The Scottish American Society Of South Florida ADDRESS:901 NW 70 Avenue CITY:Plantation REGION;X-ABBREV=:Florida COUNTRY;X-ABBREV=:United States POSTALCODE:33317 URL;X-LABEL=Venue Info:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/153386/ END:VVENUE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20090725T110000 DURATION:PT0S TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Kilmore & Kilbride Highland Games DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/870048/ ] A traditional Highland games with a full programme of field events such as athletics\, heavy events\, high jump\, hammer\, shot putt\, weight over the bar\, caber tossing\, tug 'o war\, tossing the sheaf\, long jump\, pillow fight\, highland dancing\, piping\, children's races and novelty events for all ages\, haggis hurling\, wellie boot throwing. Side shows\, refreshments\, dog show and displays. Entry prices for the Games: Adults - £6.00\; Children and Concessions - £3.00\; Family and full vehicle discounts available at the gate. Free parking. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/870048/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/870048/ DTSTAMP:20080709T040257 LAST-UPDATED:20080709T040257 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/269242/ LOCATION;VENUE-UID="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/164717/":The Grounds of Glenfeochan House @ Kilmore\, Oban\, South Lanarkshire END:VEVENT BEGIN:VVENUE X-VVENUE-INFO:http://evdb.com/docs/ical-venue/draft-norris-ical-venue.html NAME:The Grounds of Glenfeochan House ADDRESS:Kilmore CITY:Oban REGION;X-ABBREV=:South Lanarkshire COUNTRY;X-ABBREV=:Scotland POSTALCODE: URL;X-LABEL=Venue Info:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/164717/ END:VVENUE END:VCALENDAR