NACHS
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Address: www.nachs.info
November 2006
Celtic Triad ... Three keys that unlock thoughts: drunkenness, trustfulness,
love.
Dervish in
A band that has long stood at the forefront of traditional Irish
groups, Dervish is coming to make their
Dervish will be performing Thurs, Nov 9, at 
Library
Auditorium. Doors will open at
See you at the show!
NAU International
Week
Be sure to visit the NAU International Week Celebration on
November 5th. Todd Barnell will be in charge of the Celtic Society space and he
has some interesting and educational offerings. The celebration runs from 11 to
4 at the
Celtic
Mark your
calendars for the annual Celtic Holiday Party! The party willstart on December
2nd at
Library Nook
by Todd Barnell
Curious
by George Rosie, 2004 (Library
Number 941.1 R819c)
A recent
acquisition by the Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library is George
Rosie's 2004 book titled Curious Scotland: Tales From A Hidden History. Mr.
Rosie is a well-known writer, journalist, playwright, and documentary maker who
lives and works in
Each chapter of this slim volume focuses on
a little known, or little understood, facet of Scottish history. In his
introduction, Mr. Rosie tells an amusing story about spending time on a fishing
boat as a child. This led him to a life-long search for odd information. As he
says, "Journalists are gadflies. They hop from one tasty episode to
another. Quite often we become genuine experts on a subject for a week or two -
and forget most of it when we move on to another story."
This book is the literary equivalent of
Tapas. Each chapter is a tasty morsel, not too filling, but rather instilling
in the reader a desire to find out more on the subject. The thirty-one tidbits
range from a look at the original Celts in
Other stories include:
A fresh (and some
would say, contrarian) look at John Knox and his influence on the intellectual
development of
Witch hunts that
reached their peak during one of
The bizarre tale
of the last "blasphemer" hung in
Daniel Defoe, the
author of Robinson Crusoe, who spent his time in
A look at one of the
greatest chiefs of the Cherokee Nation - seven of his eight great-grandparents
were actually Highlanders;
An examination of
whatever became of Robert Burns' children;
How Scottish
distilleries partnered up with some of the most notorious gangsters in US
history during Prohibition;
The strange tale
of how a Scottish island was used to test an early form of biological warfare
during the Second World War.
There are fascinating tidbits in this book
that will peak anyone's interest, and hopefully lead them to do a bit more
investigation of their own into the colorful history of this wonderful Celtic
land.
Note: Most people know that NACHS runs at
outstanding scholarship program which provides financial assistance to people
interested in delving deeper into their Celtic roots, whether through learning
a new musical instrument, investigating a Celtic language, mastering a dance
style, and so on. What many do not know is that our Society also donates a
substantial number of books, videos, and DVDs to our local library. If you have
a suggestion for materials you feel should be donated, please send your
suggestion to NACHS.
My Thanksgiving
message ...
It's that time of year again when we all think about nuggling up
for the winter and enjoying our family and friends - and a time to think back
over the last year. I'd like to take
this time to tell you how thankful I am, personally, for all the hard work and
dedication our members have given to make our organization what it is. We had a
successful two-day event, we've participated in numerous other events with fun
and educational activities, and we've made an even stronger presence in our
community. Our commitment to giving through participation, donations, and
scholarships makes me very proud. Thank you all for making this happen!
- Jude
Get em while
they're HOT
We have a LIMITED SUPPLY of very cool Kilted Limbo shirts. The
logo on the shirts incorporates the limbo guy on our flyer with our own logo
and has the motto "How low can you go?" The shirts are black with
white printing and they are $12. We made very few and they're gonna go fast, so
call Jude at 928-556-3161 to get yours today!
Wanted: Pipers and
Drummers
Interested in learning to play bagpipes and belonging to a small
local pipe band? Call us! All levels of skill welcome and lessons are free!
Jim Thomson 928-522-8797.
Celtic Music radio program
on KJZA 89.5 FM
- Hosted by NACH's own David McNabb
- Live on Saturdays,
- Broadcast repeated on Sundays,
Directory of Celtic Arts
For Lessons:
|
Bagpipe, |
Denise Robinson: 928.443.5191 |
|
Bagpipe and Drums, |
Jim Thomson: 928.522.8797 |
|
Bodhran |
Ron Barton: 928.774.7261 |
|
Fiddle |
Kari Barton: 928.600.1365 |
|
Harp |
Laurie Riley: 928.204.0013 |
|
|
Jim Thomson: 928.522.8797 |
|
Irish Dance |
Sharon Judd: 602.253.1978 |
For Performance and
Music:
|
AZ Highlanders Pipe Band, or to hire bagpipers |
Jim Thomson: 928.522.8797 |
|
Bagpiping in Cottonwood/Verde Valley area |
Lloyd McCaffery: 928.634.3672 |
|
The Knockabouts |
John McGregor: 928.863.0188 |
|
Celtic Harp |
Laurie Riley: 928.204.0013 |
|
Wild Thyme |
Sherri Bermeister: 928.636.1207 |
October 30 – November 4 Northern
Arts and Crafts from Around the
World Ethnic Food Cultural Performances Monday:
International Dinner, University Tuesday:
Celtic Pub Night, Charly’s, Wednesday:
International Cinema, Library (NAU), Thursday:
Schools’ Day, Field House (NAU), Friday:
Table d’Hote, The Saturday:
International Fair, DuBois Ballroom (NAU), Russian Dinner, Federated Church, For more
info, please click on www.nau.edu/internationalfest
Information
about the
and the
Kilted Limbo
Contest
follow on
the next two pages.
Tucson Celtic
Festival & Scottish Highland Games
20th
Annual
4502 N.
$12 Adults
($10 if you bring Canned Tuna
&/or Peanut Butter
Donation
for Community Food Bank)
FREE*
For Children
*Under 13 Years Old!
(Up to 5 per Adult)
Special Friday Evening Event,
November 3
Catered Celtic Dinner
On the Field
$20 per Person
Purchase Tickets by Oct. 27
Torchlight Clan
Ceremony
followed by a CEILIDH!
$5 per Person
Tickets purchased in advance
or then
Celtic Societies &
Organizations
Entertainment on Two Stages
all Day
Traditional Celtic Dress &
Customs
Family Heritage & Clans
Dancers, Singers, Workshops
Celtic Merchants & Food
Vendors
Historic Re-Enactment Groups
First Annual Celtic Music
Competition
Kids Corner with Plays, Games & Crafts
Kids Athletic Competition
Storytelling & Local
Authors
Scottish Highland Dance
Competition
Bagpipe & Drum Bands
Sheepherding Demonstrations
Celtic Brews & Libation
www.tucsoncelticfestival.org
Buy Advance Tickets On-Line!
954-9411 Call with
Questions 807-9509
The
&
Glenfiddich 21 year old Caribbean Rum Finished Scotch
Present a
Contest
Saturday Uptown Billiards
Details:
·
Competitors must wear a kilt – if you don’t have one, use one of
ours!
·
What’s worn under the kilt must be family-friendly and in good
taste
·
Everyone’s a winner ~ the fun is in competing
Why:
We are
celebrating the introduction of Glenfiddich’s newest single malt ~ the 21 year old GRAN RESERVA CARIBBEAN
RUM FINISH. Come experience how gentle island spices influence the character of
21 years of Scottish Highland aging.