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On March 31st, Craig Ferguson arrived in Denver after completing the first 1,000 miles of his journey. Craig is walking the length of the United States from LA to Boston to raise money for the Scottish Action for Mental Health. The journey has him arriving in Boston in time for the Scotland world cup match happening there later this summer. Members of the society met him at Civic Center Park and spent time with fellow Scots at Celtic on Market Street afterwards. From Craig's

In February, three members of our Scottish community visited World Compass Academy for their annual Diversity Day. Kathryn McIver (SASC Highland Herald Editor), Samantha Hurst (SASC Marketing Director), and Alyssa Watkins (professional athlete, Rocky Mountain Scottish Athletes) endeavored to show off Scottish culture and heritage. This trio of brilliant ladies engaged the students on topics like the legendary Loch Ness Monster, Scottish inventions that changed the world, Scot

There's something unmistakable about the way Kathleen Pelley speaks. Even over a simple interview, her voice carries that lilting, rhythmic quality; the cadence of someone who doesn't just tell stories, but lives inside them. Born in Glasgow and educated at Edinburgh University, Kathleen has spent decades ensuring that Scottish culture isn't just preserved, but actively shared with the next generation through her award-winning podcast, Journey with Story . For those who atten

With Colorado Tartan Day just around the corner (April 11–12 at the Boulder County Fairgrounds in Longmont), there's no better time to talk tartans: what they mean, why there are so many variations, and how a chance encounter at a Tartan Day celebration became one member's favorite Scottish heritage story. A Remarkable True Occurrence SASC member Jack Moore shared this story with the Highland Herald , and it's too good not to retell. A few years before Jack and his wife Marci

Well, we’ve finally done it! The St. Andrew Society has reached its first goal milestone of $100,000. As of today, the Heritage Fund total sits at $102,723. Founded in 2010 the Heritage Fun is an endowment on which the SASC can one day rely to help fund its many activities, support its auxiliary groups, develop more programs to benefit its members and present Scottish heritage, culture and contributions to the general public. The fund was ‘seeded’ by a small group of members

As we prepare for Burns Suppers across Colorado and around the world this January 25th, there's a question that sparks spirited debate among those who take their Scottish heritage seriously: To which clan did Robert Burns belong? The answer, it turns out, is as complex and layered as the poetry the Bard himself penned. For a man whose words have united Scots and friends of Scotland for more than two centuries, the question of Burns's clan affiliation remains surprisingly cont

As a lover of Celtic culture, finding a ceilidh in my area was a dream come true. The St Andrew Society of Colorado hosted a ceilidh to celebrate St Andrew’s Day. I dedicated myself to going and seeing what it was like. As someone who barely knew the dances or etiquette, I was a little nervous, but I was welcomed with open arms. The country club was a beautiful venue. As you walked through the doors into the room, you saw big circular tables, a small bar, and a dance floor w

Here's the thing about Scots and New Year's: we don't just celebrate it, we throw ourselves into it with the kind of enthusiasm usually reserved for winning the World Cup or finding a previously undiscovered whisky distillery. When that clock strikes midnight on December 31st, Hogmanay isn't just another party. It's a full-blown cultural event that somehow manages to be both ancient tradition and the best night of the year, all rolled into one. And honestly? Those of us keepi

Every year the president (previously chieftain) awards three individuals with the prestigious Chieftain’s award (pending name change). The awards go to a piper, drummer, and dancer that has displayed dedication to the Scottish community in Colorado. The individuals are nominated and selected by a review of all bios submitted. The Tartan award is presented annually to a deserving member for outstanding services rendered to the society or community. Written nominations may be

From the start, the St. Andrew Society of Colorado has had amazing leadership to lead us to where we are today. To honor those who have served: Since 1988 the Chieftains have been: Timothy McLaren (1988-1990) John Thornton (1990-1992) Charles Hanson (1992-1993) James Johnston (1993-1994) Wayne Deason (1994-1995) Peggy Zanin (first female Chieftain, 1995) David Higgins (1996-1997, 1997-1998) Wayne Deason (1998-1999) Sally Reed (1999-2001) Bob Burnham (2001 -2003) Isabelle Clar

Back in September, the St. Andrew Society was invited out to Boulder to meet two young Scots who traveled from Scotland to spend a week at Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts. Kaitlyn McGibbon (Glasgow) and Ben Smith (Loch Lomond) were awarded the prestigious HIT Scotland scholarship that gave them the opportunity to spend 5 days training at the Boulder campus. Our marketing director, Samantha Hurst, spent one evening with the whole team who put the whole thing together

After a long year of planning, the 61st Games took place on September 20th and 21st. The weather was perfect, the crowds were energized,...