Events Programme
A Week of Scottish Heritage
Thursday, 1st July 2010:
A Robbie Burns Supper will be held in Muswellbrook on the evening of 2nd July, venue to be confirmed. This will celebrate the life and times of Scotland’s best-known and best-loved bard, Robbie Burns. This event, hosted by St Andrews Muswellbrook Royal Arch Chapter will, in format, form the traditional Burn’s Supper. The piping in of the haggis in a manner not normally seen is followed by a sumptuous meal. There will be singing, poetry and other items on the program. Bookings are essential as numbers are limited. Phone Charles Cooke on 6545 8141 or email charles_cooke@esat.net.au.Friday, 2nd July:
Tartan Cancer Charity Golf Day. This is to be hosted by the Aberdeen Ladies Golf. This is a Canadian Foursome Ladies or Mixed Pairs. Tartan dress is optional but highly recommended to get into the spirit of the day. This event is sponsored by L’Oreal. To enter or to find out more please phone Helen Wheatley on 02 65437361.Saturday, 3rd July:
The Aberdeen Highland Games will commence with a Grand Parade at the Oval.| 9.00am | Muster at Jefferson Park |
| 9.30am | Grand Parade – Harrison Oval |
| 10.30am | Opening Ceremony:
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| 11.00am- onwards |
Display by Federation Guard Highland & Country Dancing Pipe Band Displays Chris Duncan and Catherine Strutt – Celtic Fiddle Music Tartan Warrior's Competition including Sheaf Toss and Caber Toss Australian Tug of War Titles Amateur Tug of War Competition Novelty Events such as:
Rowan Tree Ensemble (Celtic Choir) Huscarls - Iron Age Re-enactment |
| 3.40pm | Massed Pipe Bands |
| 4.00pm | Closing Ceremony:
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Highland Golf Classic – sponsored by KB Process Control
This Individual Stroke Event is to be held at the Aberdeen Golf Course.
Highland Classic Winner – Best Nett Score
Clan MacRae Shield Winner – Best Scratch Score
Contact event organiser Duane Dowell for Tee Times on 0432 925 588
Saturday Evening, 3rd July:
A traditional Ceilidh will be held at St Joseph’s High School, Aberdeen commencing at 6:30pm and will feature the band, Fiddle Tunes Band, live dance music, full Haggis presentation, pipe music, and the draw of our major raffle. Included in the ticket cost of $45/head will be a two-course meal and a light supper including tea and coffee provided by the Scone Scouts. BYO for ALL beverages. Bookings are essential and can be made by contacting Lisa Bourke on 0419 289 719.Sunday, 4th July:
There will be a traditional Kirkin of the Tartan held at St Mark’s Church, Aberdeen at 10:00am followed by a morning tea at the St Marks Hall.Download your copy of the Programme.