Gach ni Albannach!
The wail of the bagpipes, the swing of the kilt, and the jubilant dance over crossed swords – if these stir your soul, fill your heart with pride, or just arouse your curiosity, then find out what the Scottish Society of Indianapolis is all about!
Scottish ancestry is not required. All you need is an interest in Scottish history and culture. We are families, singles, working men & women, retirees, students, professionals, historians, re-enactors, and more.
Each month, we gather for socializing, a pitch-in dinner, and a presentation on a Scottish topic.
Join the Scottish Society of Indianapolis and celebrate Scottish Culture, History, Ancestry, and the Impact on our Modern World.
Our next social gathering will be on Wednesday, 14 May 2025.
Presentation: The Scottish Bagpipes
Jeffrey Kestin has been a devoted competitive piper both as a soloist and band member for nearly 30 years, and boasts shamelessly about his having been honored with a lifetime membership to the Scottish society as reward for his highly questionable musicianship.
As a member, it is his privilege to present an overview of the history and many grand tales of the Great Highland Bagpipe, a landscape that rambles from antiquity to the modern day.
It is Jeffrey’s intention to demystify this eclectic and mysterious instrument and to answer all the inquiries regarding this noble tradition that, in all likelihood, nobody really cared about or could muster sufficient enthusiasm to ask.
So, whether you regard the Scottish bagpipe as the Voice of the Isles, The Great Highland War Pipe of the North, or an uncanny imitation of kennel full of Chihuahuas being unceremoniously trampled by wildebeest on the Serengeti, this presentation is for you… if you've nothing better to do or if you are deep into your cups.
P.S. There will be a tutorial on the correct pronunciation of “Piobaireachd”.
Regular Meeting Agenda
- Social Time 6:30 PM
- Pitch-in Dinner 7:00 PM
- Program 8:00 – 9:00 PM
Cover Charge (for the meat dish & hall rental)
- Members $5
- Returning Guests $7
- First-time Visitors $0 (no charge)
Side Dish Schedule – don’t forget your serving spoons, etc.
(Bring a dish from the category based on the first letter of your last name with at least 3 servings per attending family member.)- Jan/ Apr/ Jul/ Oct: A-F — Salad, G-McC — Dessert, McD-Z — Veggie/Casserole
- Feb/ May/ Aug: A-F — Dessert, G-McC — Veggie/Casserole, McD-Z — Salad
- Mar/ Jun/ Sep/ Dec: A-F — Veggie/Casserole, G-McC — Salad, McD-Z — Dessert
Our attendance on average is about 60 people and most meetings include several guests, so it’s really important for members to bring their pitch-in food items.
