…and over the ashes the stories are told
In early July world class rugby players met in Ottawa for a match up – the first of a four-city tour of the Americas. The SSO’s Andy MacCulloch describes the many details that made the lead-up to the game and its aftermath memorable and fun!
Read MoreSSO member and newsletter editor Nujma Bond recently traveled to Scotland to research family history and tour parts of the country. Throughout her travels, the “old versus new” dichotomy of the country was evident all around. In one direction, ancient castles and in another, leading institutions and technologies. She found the Scotland of today is about much more than tradition alone.
Read MoreDirect from Scotland, this electrifying group is full of stunning music and energy. Read on to find out more about how you can see them in person this summer!
Read MoreSSO member and newsletter editor Nujma Bond recently traveled to Scotland to research family history and tour parts of the country. On the road to Stirling north of Glasgow, she found herself the only one visiting the historic Dumbarton Castle, and that evening, found the best burger ever!
Read MoreThe SSO hosted its first Tartan Day Trivia Contest event recently, and it was an afternoon of robust rivalry! Read on.
Read MoreWhen Canada’s men’s rugby side plays a much-anticipated match versus Scotland at Lansdowne, it will be a game to remember. While Scotland is currently ranked #6 in the world, Canada is #21.
Read MoreSeveral SSO members recently had the opportunity to take part in a movie viewing about the “Loch Ness” monster, and board member Donald MacDonald created a review, peppered with some history. Enjoy.
Read MoreThe SSO hosted its first Tartan Day Trivia event recently, and a great time was had by all. But Tartan Day often turns into a tartan month… here’s a look at some of the history and events.
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