The St. Andrew's Society Of The Eastern Shore
Welcome Fàilte
The St. Andrew's Society of the Eastern Shore (SASES) is a membership organization open to Scots, their descendants, and friends of Scotland.
All are welcome.
UPCOMING EVENTS
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September 24, Kirkin' of the Tartan
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September 24, Annual Picnic
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October 10, Wee Dram
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October 15, Annual Meeting + Covered Dish with Oysters
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November 18th, Annual Dinner
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See our 2023 Calendar for more events
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
We Are Growing!
Since 2021,
membership is up 40%,
and still growing.
Why?
Our members tell us they love the Scottish connection, the array of entertaining events, how we stay in touch through our various media, and the camaraderie among friends.
Join us and see for yourself!
BENEFITS
Enjoy being part of a vibrant and growing organization of 115 members and counting, with benefits that include:
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Participation in Scottish themed events,
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Luncheons with speakers
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Dinners with games & entertainment
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Meals featuring Scottish fare including Haggis!
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Bagpiper Newsletter
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Scottish Banner subscription
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Regular email communication
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Showing your Scottish pride
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Membership Directory
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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
PROGRAM
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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National Tartan Day Observed
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Partnership with Chesapeake Caledonian Pipes and Drums
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Pot luck dinners with games
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The Kirkin' of the Tartan
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Annual Picnic
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Annual Gala
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Annual Address To A Haggis
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Silent Auction Fund Raiser
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Scholarship awards
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
ELECTRONIC MEDIA
Keeping Our Members Informed & Entertained
The Bagpiper
Appreciated by members 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.
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
Membership Directory
A hard copy directory with members' contact information and clan affiliation is mailed to all members each year. Electronic updates are posted in the members only section of the website .
Loch Maree, near Gairloch
Board of Managers 2022-23
