News

Presidents, 1859–1884

In 1996 Mackie Westbrook, a past president of our society, wrote a history of our presidents from our founding in 1859 to 1884. We're happy to present that history to you here, with his kind permission, in PDF form. Just click here. Thanks, Mackie!

Meeting Cancelled

The March 13, 2017, Members Meeting has been cancelled due to weather. Stay home, stay warm, stay safe.

Photos from the Burns Memorial Wreath Laying

Thanks to all those who contributed photos. (Click on an image to enlarge it; use the left and right arrows to scroll through the album.)

Another Success

Last night's whisky tasting was a great success. We hope you'll join us next spring when we do it again!

Our presenters: Harold Hansen, Larry Kascht, Kevin Hansen

Our presenters: Harold Hansen, Larry Kascht, Kevin Hansen

For our consideration: Bruichladdich

For our consideration: Bruichladdich

photos: Kevin Hansen

Flower of the Forest - Bruce McGarigle

With much sadness we report that long-time member Bruce McGarigle died on September 6, 2016 at the age of 84.

A memorial service will be held for Bruce on Friday, Sept. 16th at Mount Carmel Lutheran Church, 8424 W. Center St., Milwaukee. Visitation will be from 9–11am, with service at 11am. Burial will be at Highland Memorial Park, 14875 W. Greenfield Ave., New Berlin, following lunch.

Bruce's wife Karen has asked that as many members as possible come to the service to honor him, kilted of course. We would like to meet at the church at approximately 10:00am.

Further details here.

Celtic Swing Golf Classic

Information and tickets for our first annual Celtic Swing Classic, September 18, 2016, a joint event between Wisconsin Scottish and Saint Andrew's Society, are now available here.