SSOW at Grandfather Mountain
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A Message From Our President
Welcome to The Scottish Society of Wilmington
The Scottish Society of Wilmington (SSOW) is a cornerstone of Scottish cultural heritage throughout the Lower Cape Fear region, with a mission to advance Scottish culture and history. Annual activities include a Robert Burns Night Celebration, Wilmington Bagpipe Festival (co-sponsored with UNC-W), Commemoration of the Battle of Moore’s Creek Bridge, Cèilidhs in the Spring and Fall, Kirkin' o' the Tartans, and St. Andrew’s Day, along with participation in various Highland Games and the Wilmington St. Patrick's Day Parade. The SSOW welcomes anyone with a sincere interest in all things Scottish to join its ranks!
***SITE UNDER CONSTRUCTION - MORE TO COME***
- Sun, May 07Flying Machine Brewing CompanyMay 07, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PMFlying Machine Brewing Company, 3130 Randall Pkwy, Wilmington, NC 28403, USAcèi·lidh /ˈkālē/ noun: ceilidh; plural noun: ceilidhs; noun: ceili; plural noun: ceilis a social event at which there is Scottish or Irish folk music and singing, traditional dancing, and storytelling.
- Sat, Jun 03WilmingtonJun 03, 10:00 AM – Jun 04, 5:00 PMWilmington, 3600 Randall Parkway, Wilmington, NC 28403Join us for the Second Annual Highland Games in the Lower Cape Fear! The event is benefiting the paw4vets foundation and will feature professional athletes, clan tents, vendors, food trucks, music, Highland dancing, sheep dog demonstrations and more!

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