St. Andrew's Dinner and Dance

In November of each year, Scots around the world pay tribute to St. Andrew, the patron saint of Scotland. (The official day of recognition in Scotland is November 30th.) In keeping with this tradition, The Scottish Society of Dallas sponsors a formal dinner and dance which is generally held the Saturday before Thanksgiving. The evening begins with a reception which typically includes music by "our very own" Celtic band, the K3 Sisters. Post dinner entertainment features live pipe band music provided by the North Texas Caledonian Pipes & Drums and demonstrations of Highland dancing by Fiona Alpaugh's, Dallas Highland Dancers. The evening concludes with dancing (a variety of music is provided for all ages) including an opportunity for our guests to try their hand at a number of traditional, Scottish Country Dances!

The event is usually held at a hotel in Richardson, Texas, in the general area of Campbell Rd. and Central Expressway. Location specifics and additional information for the next dance (Saturday, Nov. 17th, 2012) will be posted here by late April, 2012.

Members of Double Portion and the K3 Sisters entertaining guests during the reception hour at the 2011, St. Andrew's dinner and dance.   (Foto by Fischer)

Katy Potter, in her first performance with DHD adults, entertains guests at the 2011, St. Andrew's dinner and dance.   (Foto by Fischer)

Senior members of the Dallas Highland Dancers performing a fun, rolicking number called "Donald Where's Your Trousers?", at the 2011, St. Andrew's dinner and dance.   (Foto by Fischer)

Myra Ballatyne, a founding member of the Society, is seranaded by Don Shannon, Pipe Major of the North Texas Caledonian Pipes & Drums, at the 2011, St. Andrew's dinner and dance. The tune: "Happy Birthday To You!"   (Foto by Fischer)