The Saint Andrew's Society of Williamsburg, Virginia

Scottish Society of Richmond, Virginia

Scottish Society of Tidewater

Tidewater Saint Andrews Society

Colonel Patrick Henry Post 76: SAMS

Williamsburg Scottish Festival, Inc.

The Foundation for Historic Christ Church, Inc.

Irvington, Virginia

We cordially invite you to come to the fourth annual regional gathering

of all the Tidewater/Richmond area Scottish organizations for a

SCOTTISH SPRING SPECTACULAR

April 25, 1999

Imagine a relaxing outing during Virginia's beautiful Spring time. Travel through the serene beauty of Virginia's Northern Neck and join together for a special celebration. A

Kirkin-0-the-Tartan to be held at historic Christ Church in Irvington, Virginia. Enjoy the company of fellow Scottish Americans in a convivial setting where everything has been arranged for you.

SEND IN YOUR RESERVATION FORM NOW!

SCHEDULE

10:30 - 12:00 A.M.: Reception Hosted by the Foundation for Historic Christ Church at the Bayne Center located on the grounds of Christ Church. A chance to catch your breath from your drive. Coffee and pastries will be served.

12:00 - 12:30 A.M.: Assembly of all members of sponsoring organizations who are presenting their tartans. A large color guard made up of members from all the Tidewater/Williamsburg Scottish organizations and the Strath James Pipe and Drums Band will assemble at this time as well. All other persons, families and friends may enter the church at their leisure during this period.

12:30 - 1:30 P.M.: Church service and the Kirkin-O-the-Tartan. The Rev. Hugh C. White III, rector of Grace Episcopal Church in Kilmarnock and rector of Historic Christ Church in Irvington will officiate. The Rev. Mr. White is also a member of the St. Andrew's Society of Williamsburg. Special music during the service will be provided by the Strath James Pipe and Drum Band. Neil Smart will be the Organist.

1:30 - 1:45 P.M. Following the service, we will have a gala procession about Christ Church Rectangle. This procession is to be participated in by all members, families and friends attending the church service. The procession Marshall will be Jim White, President of the St. Andrew's Society of Williamsburg. The combined color guard and the Strath James Pipe and Drums Band, will lead the procession.

1:45 - 3:30 P.M. A delicious buffet lunch will be served at the Bayne Center. It will consist of a marinated grilled chicken breast, pulled pork barbecue, fresh cole slaw, parsleyed buttered new potatoes, carrot cake, buns with coffee, ice tea and wine. This will be a hearty and festive meal all can enjoy. As a reminder the cost for the luncheon is $15.00 and children under 14 are free.

During this time period special tours will be conducted of Christ Church and the museum. The docents of Christ Church Foundation will conduct the tours.

A few words about this remarkable church where the "kirkin" will take place:

"Christ Church", according to the late William G. Stanard, Virginia historian, is "the most perfect example of colonial Church architecture now remaining in Virginia. With the exception of some minor details, it remains as it came from the hands of its builders and it has never been out of possession of those of the faith of its founders. The simplicity and perfection of design teaches us an architectural grace that is permanent and make it one of the most striking monuments to the beauty of colonial church architecture now in existence in America." A well known architectural historian has also said, "It is of all extant buildings by far the most evocative of the great but vanished world of Eighteenth Century Virginia. Its lovely majesty perfectly preserved ... it is the very embodiment o glories departed." The church is now a Registered National Historic Landmark.

Dress: Members are asked to wear Scottish Day wear, trews, or normal Sunday wear. The ladies are invited to wear their Scottish dress or a "touch of the tartan." Let us make this a colorful and festive event.

Transportation: Irvington, Virginia is about a 1 hour, 30 minute drive from Richmond, Williamsburg is about I 1/2hour drive. Norfolk area is about 2 hours driving time. See directions attached for routing.

Cost: $15.00 per person for the Buffet lunch. Children 14 years of age and under are free. Advance reservations are required for the luncheon. Reservations must be received by April 19, 1999.

SEND YOUR RESERVATION TODAY!

Mail the tear-off below to Layton Clark, 3884 Fox Run, Williamsburg Virginia 23188. Make check payable to Saint Andrew's Society of Williamsburg. Reservations must be received by April 19, 1999.

Visit the web site at http://www.tartans.com/societies/standrewsva/standrews.html

Or E-mail Layton Clark abdfndr@widomaker.com

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Member Name________________________________________________________________

Organization Name____________________________________________________________

Name(s) of Guests_____________________________________________________________

Amount Enclosed ($15.00/Person)________________________________________________

List Children 14 and Under______________________________________________________

(See Directions and Accommodations list attached)

 

 

SPECIAL CEILIDH

Saturday, 24 April 1999

A super ceilidh will be held on Saturday, 24 April 1999 at the Rappahannock River Yacht Club. A cordial invitation is extended to everyone to join us for this gala occasion.

We start with a special cocktail party and hor d'oeuvres, which are provided personally by our members and their wives located in the Kilmarnock area. Our full buffet dinner will feature sliced pork loin, poached and smoked salmon, glazed carrots, peas with mushrooms, parsleyed potatoes, hot rolls and a special British Trifle for dessert. Wine and other beverages are included with the dinner. In addition we will have an open bar the entire evening. After dinner our entertainment will include member participation where you will find yourself having fun as you join in and become part of the party. We will have Scottish dancing and everyone will have an opportunity to dance. Bag pipe music, singing and story telling will round out the evening.

 

SCHEDULE

6:00-7:30 Cocktail Party

7:30 - 9:00 Dinner

9:00-11:00 Entertainment

We have provided a list of accommodations that are convenient to Irvington, Windmill Point and the Rappahannock River Yacht Club. You are asked to contact these places directly regarding your personal room requirements. Please call as soon as possible.

COST: $25.OO/ PERSON FOR THE CEILIDH/COCKTAIL PARTY

CHILDREN 14 YEARS OF AGE AND UNDER $12.00/PERSON

ADVANCE RESERVATIONS FOR THE CEILIDH ARE REQUIRED BY APRIL 19,1999.

Mail the tear-off below to Layton Clark, 3884 Fox Run, Williamsburg, Virginia 23188. Make check payable to the Saint Andrew's Society of Williamsburg. Send today. Call Layton Clark at (757) 564-1734 or E-mail abdfndr@widomaker.com if you have any questions.

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CEILIDH REGISTRATION

Member Name________________________________________________________________

Organization Name____________________________________________________________

Name(s) of Guests_____________________________________________________________

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Amount Enclosed ($25.OO/Person)_______________________________________________

List Children 14 and Under ($12.00/Person )________________________________________

(Directions and Accommodations List Attached)

 

 

Directions to Windmill Point and Christ Church

From Richmond

Take Interstate 64 East to the West Point exit (Exit 220), and follow Route 33 to Saluda. Turn right at the lights to continue on Route 33. Follow Route 33 approximately 5 miles. Take a left at Harmony Grove Baptist Church on to Route 3. Once you cross the Rappahannock River, you will come into the town of White Stone. At the stop light, take a right onto Route 695, follow 695 for 7 miles, Windmill Point will be on your left. If you are going to Christ Church, continue straight through the traffic light until you come to the first left hand turn which is Route 646. This road goes directly to Christ Church.

From Williamsburg

Take Route 60 North to Route 33. Follow Route 33 through West Point to Saluda. Turn right at the stop light in Saluda to continue on Route 33. Follow Route 33 approximately 5 miles and turn left on Route 3 (Harmony Grove Baptist Church will be on the right). Route 3 crosses the Rappahannock River and continues into the town of White Stone. Turn right at the lights onto Route 695, follow Route 695 for 7 miles and Windmill Point will be on your left. If you are going to Christ Church, continue straight through the traffic light until you come to the first left hand turn which is Route 646. This road goes directly to Christ Church.

 

 

From Norfolk/Virginia Beach

Take Route 17 North to Saluda. Turn right at the lights and continue on Route 33 for 5 miles. Turn left onto Route 3 (Harmony Grove Baptist Church will be on your right). Route 3 crosses over the Rappahannock River and will bring you into the town of White Stone. Turn right at the stop light onto Route 695. Follow 695 for 7 miles and Windmill Point will be on your left. If you are coming to Christ Church continue straight through the traffic light until you come to the first left hand turn which is Route 646. This road goes directly to Christ Church.

 

 

 

ACCOMMODATIONS LISTING

Ensure that you state you are with the St Andrew's Society of Williamsburg for rooms which are blocked at the Whispering Pines (12), and the Dockside Inn at Deltaville (12). The Pilot House has 24 rooms available on Friday night and 12 Saturday, but they are not blocked and it is recommended you call right away.

The Whispering Pines (804) 435-1101

(White Stone close to the Rappahannock River YC)-12 rooms available. Call Right Away

Range $59.00 to $69.00

Windmill Point Resort (804) 435-1166

Special prices at $85.00 for waterfront rooms and $75.00 for landside.

Note: The In-water boat show is scheduled that weekend and a wedding is booked as well, with a few actual rooms open. There have been very few deposits by the other events. Call right away to get on the waiting list.

Tides Inn and Lodge (800) 843-3746

Call for availability as other events are using this hotel

Hope and Glory B&B (804) 438-6053

Call for availability as other events are using this hotel

Flowerton Fields B&B (804) 435-6238

Call For Rates: Mention you are with the SAS event

Pilot House (Across the River Bridge from Irvington on Route 3)

Rates: 55.00 plus tax - 24 rooms available Friday and 12 available Saturday. Call Right Away.

Other Hotels Available:

Deltaville:

Dockside Inn (804) 776-9224 (20 mins from White Stone and Irvington)

Room Rates: 45.00 – 55.00 12 Rooms Available Call Right Away.

 


Webmaster: H. Layton Clark
3884 Fox Run
Williamsburg, Va 23188
Phone: 757-564-1734
Email : abdfndr@widomaker.com

Photography All Rights Reserved: Phoolan Photography 1998
Deborah Helen Landolt