Snub'd by Phila St Andrews Society

**ChromeScholar** · 16th August 07, 08:20 AM

I just thought I'd mention them since you expressed interest in starting a St. Andrew's Society.

Actually, I didn't. I just asked if anyone knew if there was a governing body for St. Andrews Societies, and if so, what the requirements were. It was a "general information for the members at large" sort of question. You'll find I do that a lot.

**macwilkin** · 16th August 07, 08:23 AM

Originally Posted by ChromeScholar

Actually, I didn't. I just asked if anyone knew if there was a governing body for St. Andrews Societies, and if so, what the requirements were. It was a "general information for the members at large" sort of question. You'll find I do that a lot.

Oops! My apologies for misunderstanding you!

T.

**McClef** · 16th August 07, 09:26 AM

I notice that the Philly society is not listed as an affiliate of the Edinburgh one...

Perhaps the Philly one didn't think they were good enough!

**Oldhiker** · 16th August 07, 12:52 PM

maybe it was a misprint and not really the Saint Andrews Society you contacted and was Snot Andrews by mistake??

**Monkey@Arms** · 17th August 07, 10:45 AM

Thought this story out of Southern California was refreshing in light of the topic under discussion:

Scottish Society expands into new territory

10:00 PM PDT on Wednesday, August 15, 2007

By MONIQUE H. HENDERSON
Special to The Press-Enterprise

A kilted golf tournament, Scottish dances and a tea are among the events planned for the newly formed Scottish Society of the Inland Empire.

The group, which got its start in early March, now has about 125 members. Organizers plan to have at least six events each year. Members also periodically travel together to other Southern California Scottish events, including some held in Los Angeles and Vista.

Both people of Scottish descent and those with a strong interest in Scottish culture are welcome to join, according to the group's secretary, Bob Leeton.

"There are certain places in the world that Americans have a strong attraction to," Leeton said. "Scotland is definitely one of them.

"It's a nation that has been friendly to Americans. They are a friendly people with a culture that many people seem to enjoy. Just about everyone has heard bagpipe music and had some exposure to Scottish culture in one way or another."

The group is sponsored in part by Blandford and Son's Scottish Imports store in Redlands. The store sells a variety of Scottish merchandise, including clothing. Information about the club has been spread primarily through the store and its patrons, Leeton said.

Some club members wear kilts and other traditional Scottish garb to meetings, but the clothing is not required, Leeton said.
Membership dues are $15 for adults or $25 for couples. A family membership of $30 also is available for those with children.

Call Leeton at 909-425-8427 for more information.

http://www.pe.com/localnews/inland/s...6.35abd4e.html

Best regards,

Jake

**macwilkin** · 17th August 07, 12:47 PM

For the record, many St. Andrew's societies have such "inclusive" membership requirements.

In our local society, we have two French Cajuns, a Brazilian of Scottish-American heritage (who is our President, btw) and a 100% German Lutheran from Nebraska (who is married to a lady of Scottish & Cherokee heritage).

I just wanted folks not to associate all St. Andrew's Societies with the membership requirements of a few.

Regards,

Todd

**auld argonian** · 17th August 07, 01:06 PM

Originally Posted by cajunscot

For the record, many St. Andrew's societies have such "inclusive" membership requirements.

In our local society, we have two French Cajuns, a Brazilian of Scottish-American heritage (who is our President, btw) and a 100% German Lutheran from Nebraska (who is married to a lady of Scottish & Cherokee heritage).

I just wanted folks not to associate all St. Andrew's Societies with the membership requirements of a few.

Regards,

Todd

I think that that's part of the reason for the righteous indignation here...a St.A's Society that's SO particular about who they let in would seem to be an incredible exception to the norm.

Best

AA

**Retro Red** · 17th August 07, 03:15 PM

Originally Posted by Monkey@Arms

Some club members wear kilts and other traditional Scottish garb to meetings, but the clothing is not required, Leeton said.

So this is one of those "clothing optional" groups?

Guess that's one way to avoid getting asked "the question."
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**Kiltman** · 17th August 07, 06:59 PM

Well, you can join the St. Andrew's Society of the Inland Northwest. Here's the website http://www.spokanescots.org. I know the president pretty well and he always welcomes anyone who has an interest in matters Scottish.