


Caledonia’s Best – ‘where everything they sell is made in Scotland’
Christmas Shopping is really picking up now and I’m thinking you will probably appreciate some ideas. This week we…


ED PEARLMAN – New Englander, master musician, educator and writer.
Ed Pearlman is based in South Portland, enjoys many styles of fiddle music, and is best known for Scottish…

CELEBRATE ST. ANDREW’S DAY NOVEMBER 30TH
For lovers of Scottish food, music, and culture, St. Andrew’s Day is a great way to show off our…

Spotlight on Scottish Designer Bill Baber Knitwear
It’s starting to get a little chilly here in the Northeast, just as it is in Scotland. As we…

COMMON ANIMALS FOUND IN BOTH SCOTLAND AND NEW ENGLAND
Scotland and New England share many common critters.These regions share similar climates and habitats, which contribute to the presence…

Scottish Holiday Shopping in New England
In this shopping season, please remember to support our New England based vendors 😍 🎁🎄 Thistles & Things Your…

SCOTS O’ NEW ENGLAND – ARE YE UP FOR A CHALLENGE?
Research your town’s Scottish connections, past or present, and write a poem about it. Then, if you are up…

Did Halloween Come from All Saints’ Eve?
Halloween, a holiday celebrated on October 31st, has a rich and complex history that spans across various cultures and…