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Scotland-Tartan Week 2012 was a great week as Scottish-American's, Scottish visitors and Expats came together to celebrate their heritage in the year of Creative Scotland.
We hope that you were able to enjoy some of the unique events on offer, and connected with both old and new friends; for it is the people that make this annual celebration so special.
In this newsletter you'll find info. on some of the other events that the ASF have coming up in 2012. The year still has many wonderful things in store!
Please visit our website regularly for additional news & updates and please 'like' us on Facebook so we can keep you informed.
Kind Regards,
Camilla Hellman MBE, Development Director American-Scottish Foundation®
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SCOTLAND-TARTAN WEEK ROUND-UP
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Scotland-Tartan Week 2012 saw the ASF host a varied mix of events including; The Life & Legacy of Andrew Carnegie at the Museum of American Finance; Showcases of some of Scotland's freshest musical talent- Song of Return and Phamie Gow at Joe's Pub at the Public Theater and The Mercury Lounge; A Tartan Day Obervance, to remind us why we celebrate Tartan Day each year - with music from Mike Ogletree and readings from famed actor and Tartan Day Parade Grand Marshall Brian Cox and Scottish writer and actress Gerda Stevenson; and of course the 14th annual Tartan Day Parade (this year in glorious sunshine!) of which we were a part. This year, we followed the Tartan Day Parade with a reception at the Warwick Hotel, where we were joined by members, friends and honored guests: The Presiding Officer of the Scottish Parliament, Tricia Marwick MSP, Elaine Smith MSP, Rt Hon David Mundell MP, Scottish Government Counsellor for North America, Robin Naysmith, and actor and Tartan Day Parade Grand Marshall Brian Cox. We would like to thank: The Scottish Government, Scottish Development International, Creative Scotland, The Museum of American Finance, EMI, Nordoff-Robbins Music Therapy Scotland, Walkers, Pisa Travel, The Booking Room, The New York Caledonian Club and St Andrew's Society of New York for all of their support and partnership in making the week such a success. 
The ASF marching in the 14th annual Tartan Day Parade
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JUBILEE PARTY Sunday 3rd June 2012 Join Us!
The ASF is proud to be  a part of this royal celebration at Jason Hick's Upper East Side trendy food-driven pub; Jones Wood Foundry. The day-long celebration will include; traditional British Food, live music, street performer and a Jubilee Raffle, with proceeds going to the ASF to benefit their children's charities programs. Tickets will be available ($10 each) from May 1st from both the ASF & Jones Wood Foundry.
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GOLF TOURNAMENT Friday 8th June 2012 Register now!
 Join us for an outstanding day of Golf and Highland Awards BBQ. The tournament will be a "scramble," using the Callaway system of scoring to decide eligibility for individual and team prizes.
The Van Cortlandt Park Golf Course is the oldest municipal course in the United States. The course has recently undergone a complete restoration with challenging improvements, demanding your best shot making.
Registration for golfers will be between 11:30am - 12:30 pm - for a 1pm tee off. The Awards BBQ to follow will start at 6:00pm.
TEAM of 4 players $800 / INDIVIDUAL player $200
BBQ only tickets $100 / ASF Member BBQ only ticket: $75
Fee includes:
- Pre game packed lunch and Sponsor Gift Bag
- Highland Awards BBQ (haggis optional!)
- Celtic music
- Raffle and Silent Auction
Proceeds will benefit the upkeep of the 1.7 mile John Muir Nature Trail, an important aspect of Van Cortlandt Park and community life.
The Trail, established in 1997 as the first east-west connecting trail in the park, was named for the renowned Scottish-born naturalist, John Muir, who is considered the "Father of American Conservation". Van Cortlandt Park has 1,146 acres of forest, wetlands and meadows with 13 miles of trails.
For further info. please contact the ASF office on 212 605 0338 or Register online here.
If you would like to donate a prize to the John Muir Charity Golf Tournament Raffle or Silent Auction, please clickhere to download the donation form.
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Pisa Brothers Travel and the ASF present
BRITISH ISLES CRUISE Friday 27th July 2012 (for eleven days)
Bookings now being taken!
 The ASF is delighted to announce a first-time cruise being organized this summer to benefit the foundation and offer our members a chance to sail around the British Isles together. The Queen Elizabeth will depart on July 27th from Southampton on an 11-day cruise featuring calls in Scotland, England, and Ireland. Fellow Foundation member David McNicoll of Vacation Scotland is planning special one-day tours for us in both Edinburgh and Glasgow. There is simply no better way to experience the British Isles than on a Cunard ocean liner. Queen Elizabeth, Cunard Line's newest ship, features White Star Service, a blend of contemporary, sophisticated style and a heritage of British refinements. Traditions maintained on board include a traditional English pub, and white-gloved afternoon tea service. Our friends at Pisa Brothers Travel are coordinating this Around the British Isles sailing for us. Our group's cruise only prices begin at $2,795 per person and include a contribution to the American-Scottish Foundation, the two shore excursions in Scotland, and a $150 per cabin shipboard credit. Airfare and any other travel arrangements can also be made for you by Pisa Brothers Travel. Please contact Brad Hatry on (212) 265-8753 Ext. 222 or email: brad@pisabrothers.com for more info and to book.
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ENERGY FORUM Thursday 8th November 2012 Save the date!
On Thursday 8th November 2012 the ASF will host the 2nd Annual ASF Energy Forum at SUNY in New York.
This event follows on from 2011's highly successful inaugural ASF Energy Forum in New York. The American-Scottish Foundation® brought together senior energy decision-makers and thought leaders at the SUNY Global Center. Panelists on the role of environmental advocacy included leading industrialists Lord Smith of Kelvin, Chairman, Scottish and Southern Energy and The Weir Group; Alexander 'Pete' Grannis, First Deputy Comptroller, New York State and former New York State DEC Commissioner, David Bragdon, Director, Long-Term Planning and Sustainability, New York City and Carl Arnold of the Sierra Club, New York.
Further details on topics and speakers for The ASF's 2012 energy forum coming soon!
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WALLACE AWARD GALA DINNER Mark your calendar!
Friday 9th November 2012
 Details will be announced shortly on this year's Gala Dinner. We hope you will join us on November 9th, as we recognize the 2012 recipient of the Wallace Award for their important contribution to American/Scottish relationships.
Recent Wallace Award Recipients 2000 - 2011 include: Former Senator Trent Lott, The Forbes Family, Sir Sean Connery - Actor, Duncan A. Bruce, The Rt. Hon. Lord Smith of Kelvin, Lord George Robertson of Port Ellen - Former Secretary General of NATO, Euan Baird - Chairman, Schlumberger; Non-Executive Chairman, Rolls Royce, Donald & Eleanor Taffner - Philanthropists.
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SCOTTISH EVENTS FROM OUR FRIENDS
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Disney*Pixar's BRAVE releasing in theatres June 22 See it!
"Disney*Pixar's BRAVE is thrilled to be celebrating alongside the American-Scottish Foundation as the film prepares to hit theatres on June 22nd. The Scottish American community will have access to very special opportunities and materials in conjunction with the film that celebrates Scottish culture through its strong characters, beautiful animation and inspiring story."
Set in the rugged and mysterious Highlands of Scotland, Disney*Pixar's BRAVE follows the heroic journey of Merida (voice of Kelly Macdonald), a skilled archer and headstrong daughter of King Fergus (voice of Billy Connolly) and Queen Elinor (voice of Emma Thompson). Determined to change her fate, Merida defies an age-old custom sacred to the unruly and uproarious lords of the land: massive Lord MacGuffin (voice of Kevin McKidd), surly Lord Macintosh (voice of Craig Ferguson) and cantankerous Lord Dingwall (voice of Robbie Coltrane), unleashing chaos in the kingdom. When she turns to an eccentric Witch (voice of Julie Walters), she is granted an ill-fated wish and the ensuing peril forces Merida to harness all of her resources - including her mischievous triplet brothers - to undo a beastly curse and discover the meaning of true bravery.
Directed by Mark Andrews and Brenda Chapman, and produced by Katherine Sarafian, "Brave" is a grand adventure full of heart, memorable characters and signature Pixar humor. Opens on June 22, 2012, in Disney Digital 3D™ in select theaters.
Website & Mobile site: Disney.com/Brave
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SIMON FRASER UNIVERSITY PIPE BAND COMING TO NYC!
Friday 4th May 2012
On Sale!
Be a part of the SFU Pipe Band's 11th recording at the amazing Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts. The SFU Pipe Band, along with special guests including the current World Champion Highland dancer David Wilton, will produce an evening of entertainment that you will not soon forget.
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ABOUT US
The American-Scottish Foundation® is dedicated to strengthening ties between individuals, institutions and businesses of Scotland and the United States.
The Foundation champions the extraordinary and creative relationship for mutual benefit, with an extensive program of projects and events - a bridge between the two great countries.
Individual and corporate memberships of The American-Scottish Foundation® are available, and there are many ways to support. See more details here. |
| The American-Scottish Foundation, Inc.
Scotland House® 575 Madison Avenue, 10th Floor,New York, NY 10022-2511
Tel:(212) 605-0338 Fax: (212) 605-0222
Email: asfevents@wwbcny.com
Web: www.americanscottishfoundation.org
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