The St. Andrew's Society Of The Eastern Shore
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The St. Andrew's Society of the Eastern Shore (SASES) A membership organization open to Scots, Their descendants, and friends of Scotland.
All are welcome.
Kick Off The New Year In Style
At The Robert Burns Supper n Oxford
​Hosted by the St. Andrew's Foundation of the Eastern Shore, the non-profit arm of the St. Andrew’s Society, the Supper celebrates the birth of the Scottish poet, who died at only 37 years old in 1796, leaving behind volumes of beloved poems and lyrics that live on today.
The Supper will be held on January 25th at 6:00 PM at the Oxford Community Center. Guests will enjoy a gourmet dinner, catered by Ian Fleming, former owner of the Robert Morris Inn, complimentary wine, a serving of whisky to toast the haggis, and a cash bar. Entertainment will include performances of selected Burns poems and a bagpiper. For more information and to purchase tickets, click below
UPCOMING EVENTS
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April 6, National Tartan Day, Washington, DC
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April 13, 5:00 PM: Wee Dram, venue TBD
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April 21, 11:30 AM: Luncheon + curling speaker, Scossa, Easton
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May 11, Wee Dram, venue TBD
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May 21, Fair Hill Scottish Games, SASES exhibiting
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Chestertown Tea Party Parade , SASES Marching
See Our 2023 Calendar for More Events
Join Us
Our members tell us they love the Scottish connections, the array of entertaining events, how we stay in touch through our various media, and the camaraderie among friends.
Find out for yourself here
We Are Growing
15 - 20 new members a year and still going strong.
Community Outreach
Our Foundation awards scholarships that further interest in Scotland’s people, culture, and history, and funds grants to Eastern Shore charities that help those in need. Lend us a hand,
and open your sporran!
BENEFITS
Enjoy being part of a vibrant and growing organization, with benefits that include:
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Calendar of year round Scottish themed events,
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Array of electronic media
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Website store with apparel for sale and discounts from vendors featuring Scottish goods
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Free subscription to monthly The Scottish Banner
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​​Enjoying Scottish food & drink
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Wearing Highland Dress
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Hearing bagpipes
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Getting and giving help with genealogical research
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Camraderie
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Common bonds
EVENTS
Throughout the year, SASES sponsors and participates in a variety of events to which members, their families, and guests are invited.
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Curling
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River Cruises
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Rabbie Burns Night
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Marching in holiday parades
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Exhibiting at highland games
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Luncheons with speakers
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Wee Drams at local taverns
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Annual Meeting & luncheon
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Whisky Tasting
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Founder's Day Dinner
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Pot luck dinners with games and entertainment
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The Kirkin' of the Tartan
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Annual Picnic
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Gala with Address To A Haggis
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Silent Auction Fund Raiser
HISTORY
In 1970, a group of friends of Scottish descent gathered to plan for a new organization, The St. Andrews Society of the Eastern Shore (SASES). It was launched on May 27, 1971 at the Tidewater Inn in Easton, MD. Members of the Baltimore and Washington Societies who were instrumental in establishing the new Society for residents of the Eastern Shore also attended the event. A Pipe Major from Baltimore provided authenticity and good cheer.
Events planned for the Society’s first year included a picnic with pipe band ...
Keeping Our Members Informed & Entertained
ELECTRONIC MEDIA
The Bagpiper
Appreciated for its educational and entertaining content, it is published 10 times per year and sent to all members. See a sample
Join the conversation on our Facebook page and learn about upcoming events, get news of interest to friends and members, see comments from visitors, add you own comments, and “like” us.
Emails
Regular emails keep members informed about SASES events, area activities of interest, special alerts, and links to Scottish related media.
Membership Directory
Hard copy directories with members' contact information and clan affiliation are mailed to all members each year. Electronic updates are posted regularly in the members section of the website .
YouTube Channel
Our YouTube Channel is where videos of many of our events are posted. Some videos have drawn over 300,000 viewers. We have over 350 subscribers
View from Isle of Skye to mainland Scotland
Board of Managers 2025
