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SUMMARY:RSCDS Boston presents: Celebrating our Celtic Connections
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\n\n\nJoin us in this lively\, family-friendly space to enjoy Scottish music and dance\, this time with a Canadian flavor. Tickets are general admission. The bar will be open\, and snacks will be available. We promise you a joyous blend of music\, highland dancing\, and country dancing – onstage and for everyone. Bring the kids\, bring the grandparents! \nCeilidh Dancing for all!\nAbout the artists:\nKatie McNally\n Katie McNally grew up playing Scottish and Cape Breton music near Boston\, Massachusetts and currently tours with her own projects\, Pine Tree Flyers and the Katie McNally Trio. A member of the cross-genre fiddle supergroup\, Childsplay\, Katie has also toured with Karan Casey\, John Whelan\, and Galician bagpiper Carlos Núñez. \nEqually at home on the concert stage or in the dance hall\, she has appeared at Celtic Colours\, Celtic Connections\, Newport Folk Festival\, and The Festival of American Fiddle Tunes\, as well as countless folk venues throughout North America and Europe. In addition to her busy touring schedule\, she is the artistic director of the Boston States Fiddle Camp at Potash Hill in Marlboro\, Vermont and is a devoted educator who teaches regularly at fiddle camps across the country and gives private lessons at her home in Portland\, Maine. \nVisit Katie’s website here. \nKeith Murphy\nA native of Newfoundland\, Keith’s traditional song repertoire is based in Eastern Canada and Quebec as well as his current home\, Vermont. His direct and intimate style of traditional singing in English and French infuses old ballads and songs with a powerful immediacy while his rhythmic and percussive finger style of guitar playing brings new shape and color to his songs. \nKeith is an accomplished composer and arranger in the realm of traditional music and has also composed for theater and film. He is a featured performer on well over a dozen recordings and a guest musician on numerous others. His versions of traditional songs have inspired recordings by other groups including Solas\, Uncle Earl and Great Big Sea. Several of his compositions have been featured on the recent Ken Burns documentary on the Roosevelts. \nKeith is a faculty member of the Brattleboro Music Center (BMC) and the artistic director of the BMC’s Northern Roots Traditional Music Festival in Brattleboro\, Vermont which he founded in 2008. He was a featured performer in the Boston Revels 2016 Christmas show Valse Noel\, and he is the music director for the WGBH Boston public radio’s annual Celtic Sojourn St Patrick’s Day concerts held at Sanders Theater and elsewhere in New England. \nVisit Keith’s website here. \nStephen Thomforde\nStephen began playing the Great Highland pipes at age twelve and has since added small and border pipes to his repertoire. Growing up near Philadelphia\, Stephen was immersed in the vibrant folk scene from a young age. He began with contra and English dancing and discovered Scottish country dance while working at Pinewoods Camp in Plymouth in 2010. He’s been hooked ever since. In addition to playing with the Catamount Pipe Band in Montpelier\, VT\, Stephen is an accomplished dancer\, having performed with the Red Thistle Dancers in Palo Alto\, CA\, and the Boston Scottish Country Dancers. Stephen also handcrafts Scottish bagpipes and pipe-themed gifts. \nVisit Stephen’s website here. \nHighland Dance Boston\nHighland Dance Boston is a performing company that specializes in the traditional and contemporary dances of Scotland. The company includes competitive highland dancers\, teachers of Scottish dance\, and musicians. Their repertoire includes many exciting choreographies of traditional highland and step dances\, as well as some original pieces based on highland dance vocabulary. The group was formed in 2002 by Robert McOwen and Karen Campbell Mahoney. It has performed at the New England Folk Festival and Gaelic Roots and in all the Boston Branch’s November celebrations. Their founder\, Robert McOwen\, is once again Artistic Director of this year’s concert. \nHighland Dance Boston website  \nThe Boston Scottish Country Dancers\nThe Boston Scottish Country Dancers are the performing group of the Boston Branch of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society (RSCDS). The group has performed at the New England Folk Festival\, the Dance for World Community\, highland games\, Burns’ Nights\, town fairs\, retirement communities\, children’s events\, church functions\, and weddings. Audience participation is the highlight of many performances. \nAbout the Boston Scottish Country Dancers \nAbout the venue\nhttps://artsatthearmory.org/ \nThe Armory has its own parking lot\, an overflow lot\, and nearby on-street parking is free on Sundays. The Armory is also accessible from the T\, either from the Green Line at Magoun Square or the Red Line at Davis Square. \nGoogle maps directions to Arts at the Armory \n  \n \nrscdsboston.org\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact Info\n\n\nhttps://www.rscdsboston.org
URL:https://scotsnewengland.org/event/rscds-boston-presents-celebrating-our-celtic-connections/
LOCATION:Arts at the Armory\, 191 Highland Ave. Somerville\, MA 02143\, Arts at the Armory\, 191 Highland Ave.\, Somerville\, MA\, MA\, 02143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Event
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SUMMARY:Christmas Cèilidh
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URL:https://scotsnewengland.org/event/christmas-ceilidh/
LOCATION:St. Luke’s Episcopal Church\, Pawtucket\, RI
CATEGORIES:Dance
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SUMMARY:Not Your Usual Burns Ceilidh 2026
DESCRIPTION:Raise your glass and join us in Somerville’s Crystal Ballroom to celebrate Scotland’s national bard\, Robert Burns: an evening of dance\, song and poetry\, light refreshments\, cash bar and great company. Hosted by NHSCOT\, National Trust for Scotland Foundation USA (NTSUSA)\, British Consulate General Boston\, and Scots in New England. \nFriday\, January 23\, 2026\n7-10 PM (Doors open at 6:30 PM) \nAdvanced Ticket Price: $32 At the Door Ticket Price: $45 \nnhscot.org/events/burns-night-2026
URL:https://scotsnewengland.org/event/not-your-usual-burns-ceilidh-2026/
LOCATION:Crystal Ballroom\, 55 Davis Square\, Somerville\, MA\, 02144\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Literature & Poetry
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SUMMARY:Brigadoon Ceilidh Dance with The Concord Players
DESCRIPTION:The Concord Players invite you to a lively ceilidh featuring Summer McCall and her band. Enjoy an evening of dancing\, live music\, and community—plus a special sneak peek performance from the cast of Brigadoon! \nTo purchase tickets: concordplayers.org \nFriday\, March 6\, 7:00 PM\n51 Walden Street\, Concord\, MA
URL:https://scotsnewengland.org/event/brigadoon-ceilidh-dance-with-the-concord-players/
LOCATION:51 Walden Performing  Arts Center\, 51 Walden Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Event,Music,Theater
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SUMMARY:Boston Scottish Fiddle Club’s 8th Annual Gala
DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating two incredible milestones: the Boston Scottish Fiddle Club’s 45th Anniversary and the Boston Scottish Fiddle Orchestra’s 10th Anniversary! \nWhether you are a long-time member or a first-time guest\, we invite you to an afternoon filled with wonderful music\, community\, and dancing. \n📅 Event Details\n\nDate: Sunday\, June 7th\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM\nLocation: VFW Hall in Needham (20 Junction St.\, Needham\, MA) — Please note our new location!\n\nMusical Highlights & Festivities\n\nOpening Performance: The afternoon kicks off with a special performance by the Boston Scottish Fiddle Orchestra.\nFeatured Concert: Enjoy a fantastic live concert featuring Ed Pearlman\, accompanied by Neil Pearlman on piano.\nCeilidh Dancing: Step onto the dance floor for some fun and easy Ceilidh dancing! An Open Ceilidh Band will be providing lively session tunes. The dances are simple to learn\, making it a great time for everyone to join in the fun.\n\nExtras to Enjoy\n\nSilent Auction: Browse and bid on wonderful items.\nRefreshments: Enjoy light snacks and treats.\nCash Bar: Grab a beverage to sip while you enjoy the music and dancing.\n\nWe can’t wait to celebrate our history\, enjoy fantastic music\, and dance the afternoon away with you!
URL:https://scotsnewengland.org/event/boston-scottish-fiddle-clubs-8th-annual-gala/
LOCATION:Hall in Needham\, VFW Hall\, 20 Junction St.\, Needham\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Music
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SUMMARY:No Scotland\, No Party
DESCRIPTION:A major Scottish night in Boston on the eve of Scotland’s first World Cup game since 1998. Live entertainment\, all-inclusive drinks\, and a full dinner programme. All profits are donated to Street Soccer Scotland.
URL:https://scotsnewengland.org/event/no-scotland-no-party/
LOCATION:The Royale\, Boston\, The Royale\, Boston\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Event,party
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SUMMARY:Maine Highland Games and Scottish Festival
DESCRIPTION:🗓️ NEW DATE: August 8\, 2026 📍 Location: Windsor Fairgrounds\, Windsor\, Maine \nJoin us for a full day celebrating all things Scottish! This family-friendly festival features a wide array of cultural\, athletic\, and musical entertainment. \nEvent Highlights: \n\n💪 Athletics: Heavy Athletic Competitions & Youth Athletics.\n🎶 Music: Massed Pipe & Drum Bands\, Piping Competitions\, and Scottish Music Concerts.\n💃 Dance: Traditional Scottish Dancing performances.\n🤝 Clan Village: Explore historical clan tents and connect with your heritage.\n🐮 Animals: Meet adorable Highland cows and watch Sheepdog Demonstrations.\n🎭 History: Historical Reenactors and Genealogical Information venues.\n🛍️ Food & Shopping: Enjoy Scottish Food and browse unique Merchandise vendors.\n\nSpecial Feature: The Maine Ulster-Scots Project (MUSP) will once again host the popular Clan and Family information venue. Please stop by the MUSP tent\, spend some time with us\, and learn more about your family history! \nFor more details and ticket information\, visit: 🌐 www.mainehighlandgames.org
URL:https://scotsnewengland.org/event/maine-highland-games-and-scottish-festival/
LOCATION:Windsor Fairgrounds\, Windsor\, ME
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Dance,Eat and Drink,Event,Games,Games & Festivals,Genealogy,History & Traditions,Literature & Poetry,Music,Theater,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Quechee Scottish Games and Festival
DESCRIPTION:Step onto the field and experience decades of timeless tradition!\n🗓️ Date: August 22 \n📍 Location: Quechee\, Vermont \n\n✨ Experience the Tradition\nImmerse yourself in the vibrant essence of Scottish culture! Join us for an unforgettable celebration of Scottish heritage\, where generations unite to create cherished memories. \nFestival Highlights: \n\n🛡️ Clan Gatherings: Walk among the historic clans as they encircle the main field.\n💃 Highland Dancing: Watch as talented Highland Dancers gracefully take the stage.\n🎶 Live Music: Let the stirring\, traditional sound of the bagpipes fill the air from all directions.\n\n\n🌐 Learn More: quecheegames.org
URL:https://scotsnewengland.org/event/quechee-scottish-games-and-festival/
LOCATION:RI
CATEGORIES:Dance,Eat and Drink,Event,Games & Festivals,History & Traditions,Music
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918
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SUMMARY:NH Highland Games & Festival
DESCRIPTION:When: September 18-20\nWhere: Loon Mountain\, NH\n\nExperience one of the largest and most diverse Highland Games in North America! With everything from lively Scottish music and graceful dance to powerful heavy athletics and the impressive massed bands\, there truly is something for everyone to enjoy. \nHighlights Include: \n\nScottish Music & Dance\nScottish Food & Fun\nHeavy Athletic Competitions\nSheep Dog Trials\nMassed Bands Spectacular\n\nFind out more and get your tickets at nhscot.org.
URL:https://scotsnewengland.org/event/nh-highland-games-festival-5/
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CATEGORIES:Dance,Eat and Drink,Event,Games & Festivals,Music,Theater
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