Caledonian Society – Burns Supper (2020) Dedicated to perpetuating the immortal memory of the Scottish poet and lyricist Robert “Rabbie” Burns who lived from 1759 — 1796, this event is celebrated each January all around the world. What struck me most about this patriotic event, replete with traditions ranging from kilts, to the parading of…
Staying relevant by welcoming adaptation Robin Trimingham, Life after Work Published Feb 4, 2020 at 8:00 am (Updated Feb 3, 2020 at 8:06 pm) New and old: the Bermuda Highland Dancers troupe at the Bermuda Caledonian Society’s annual Burns’ Supper (Photograph supplied) As you might guess from this week’s photo, I recently attended the Bermuda…
Caledonian Society – Burns Supper (2019) The Caledonian Society of Bermuda held its first Burns Supper in January 1937 and has done so every year since, with this year’s 82nd annual event took place on Saturday, January 26 at the Mariner’s Club on Richmond Road in Pembroke. A spokesperson said, “Robert [Rabbie] Burns was born on…
Caledonian Society – Burns Supper (2014) Caledonian Society – Burns Supper – Dedicated to perpetuating the immortal memory of the Scottish poet and lyricist Robert “Rabbie” Burns who lived from 1759 — 1796, this event is celebrated each January all around the world.
Caledonian Society Donate Winnings To Charity Bernews – January 21, 2014 http://bernews.com/2014/01/caledonian-society-donate-winnings-to-charity/ As a part of their ongoing philanthropic support of local charities, the Caledonian Society of Bermuda has donated over $300 worth of food vouchers from Lindo’s and Butterfield & Vallis to the Wesley Methodist Church Food Hamper. The programme works to provides food…
Videos: Highland Games Pipe Bands & Dancers Bernews – June 17, 2013 http://bernews.com/2013/06/videos-highland-games-pipe-bands-dancers/ On Saturday [June 15] the second annual Highland Games was held at the Saltus School field in Pembroke, with day featuring Highland Dancing, Tug-O-War competitions, a traditional Caber Toss, Pipe Bands and more. Despite the heavy rains that fell earlier in the…
Second Highland Games To Be Held On June 15 Bernews – March 26, 2013 http://bernews.com/2013/03/second-highland-games-to-be-held-on-june-15th/ This summer, as the Commonwealth countries prepare for the 2014 Games in Glasgow Scotland, Bermuda will be hosting games of a different origin. On Saturday 15th June at Saltus Playing Field in Pembroke, there will be a competition to…
Bermuda’s First-Ever Highland Games Bernews – April 15, 2012 http://bernews.com/2012/04/upcoming-bermuda%e2%80%99s-first-ever-highland-games/ The skirl of the pipes, the compelling beat of the drum, and the rousing music of the marching band will provide a thrilling end to an exciting day of culture, competition and community this June. Bermuda’s first-ever Highland Games, under the auspices of the…
