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Events

Past Events

  • April Dames & Drams Zoom
    April Dames & Drams Zoom
    RSVP Closed
    Apr 13, 2024, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Zoom
    Join us for an afternoon of discussion and fellowship. This zoom event will be hosted by SAWS founding member, Maria Ward. This is a perfect opportunity for potential new members to meet current members and find out more about SAWS. Zoom link will be sent out closer to the date to those who RSVP.
  • NYC Tartan Day Parade
    NYC Tartan Day Parade
    RSVP Closed
    Apr 06, 2024, 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM
    New York, New York, NY, USA
    Walk with SAWS in the 26th Annual NYC Tartan Day Parade followed by lunch. For more information about the parade and all of the other Tartan Day activities that weekend in NYC, go to: https://www.nyctartanweek.org/
  • Green Spring Gardens Lecture & Tea
    Green Spring Gardens Lecture & Tea
    RSVP Closed
    Mar 09, 2024, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Green Spring Gardens, 4603 Green Spring Rd, Alexandria, VA 22312, USA
    Please join us for a compelling lecture on Scotland and the Tea Industry followed by Afternoon Tea service in the 1784 Historic House. Early ticket sales for SAWS Members will begin January 18th. Regular ticket sales will open February 1st. To purchase tickets, contact: ScottishWomenDC@gmail.com
  • February Dames & Drams - St. Brigid Day Celebration Zoom Social
    February Dames & Drams - St. Brigid Day Celebration Zoom Social
    RSVP Closed
    Feb 10, 2024, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM EST
    Zoom
    Come join us virtually for a fun afternoon of fellowship and discussion.
  • January Dames & Drams - National Archives Tour
    January Dames & Drams - National Archives Tour
    RSVP Closed
    Jan 13, 2024, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    National Archives, 701 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20408, USA
    Come and see some notable historical documents at the National Archives.
  • SAWS Annual Christmas Cèilidh
    SAWS Annual Christmas Cèilidh
    RSVP Closed
    Dec 09, 2023, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Old Presbyterian Meeting House, 323 S Fairfax St, Alexandria, VA 22314, USA
    A perfect way to start the holiday season, join us for this favorite SAWS annual event! Enjoy a festive time with friends sharing song, story, and nibbles. More details coming soon.
  • Alexandria Scottish Christmas Walk Parade
    Alexandria Scottish Christmas Walk Parade
    RSVP Closed
    Dec 02, 2023, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    Alexandria, Old Town, Alexandria, VA, USA
    Come walk with us in this fun annual parade as we celebrate Scottish culture and spread holiday cheer! RSVP by December 1st to receive details on meet-up time and location.
  • November Dames & Drams: Dovecot Studio Exhibition Tour
    November Dames & Drams: Dovecot Studio Exhibition Tour
    RSVP Closed
    Nov 11, 2023, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM EST
    Zoom
    Get the lowdown on the exhibition ‘Scottish Women Artists: 250 Years of Challenging Perception’ with Dovecot Curator Ben Reiss through this exclusive online tour for SAWS.
  • 6th Anniversary Celebration Dinner
    6th Anniversary Celebration Dinner
    RSVP Closed
    Oct 14, 2023, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy, Mt Vernon, VA 22121, USA
    Members and friends of SAWS, join us for a delightful dinner as we come together to mark this momentous occasion! Tickets are $70 per person and must be purchased in advance by email only. Attire is formal/cocktail. For more information and to purchase tickets, email: ScottishWomenDC@gmail.com
  • September Dames & Drams - Genealogy Research at the Annandale FamilySearch Center
    September Dames & Drams - Genealogy Research at the Annandale FamilySearch Center
    RSVP Closed
    Sep 09, 2023, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Annandale FamilySearch Center, 3900 Howard St, Annandale, VA 22003, USA
    Come learn about the genealogy resources available at the Annandale FamilySearch Center in Annandale, VA and how to use them to explore more about your family tree.
  • August Dames & Drams
    August Dames & Drams
    RSVP Closed
    Aug 12, 2023, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Zoom
    Join us online for an afternoon of conversation and catching up on all things Scottish. Dames & Drams events are open to everyone! This is a perfect event for those interested to find out more about SAWS and meet some incredible Dames! Zoom link will be sent to those on the RSVP list.
  • June Dames & Drams
    June Dames & Drams
    RSVP Closed
    Jun 10, 2023, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    The Irish Inn at Glen Echo, 6119 Tulane Ave, Glen Echo, MD 20812, USA
    Join us for an afternoon at The Irish Inn at Glen Echo catching up with old friends and meeting new members and visiting friends.
  • Annual Members' Meeting & Tea
    Annual Members' Meeting & Tea
    RSVP Closed
    May 13, 2023, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Fairfax, VA, USA
    Come together with your fellow SAWS members to reflect on a wonderful year together! Catch up with old friends and meet the newest Dames over afternoon tea. Bring your favorite cookies to share! RSVP Required More details to come!
  • New York City Tartan Parade
    New York City Tartan Parade
    RSVP Closed
    Apr 15, 2023, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    New York, New York, NY, USA
    SAWS is headed for New York City to march in the New York City 25th Annual Tartan Day Parade. We'd love to see you along the parade route. To learn more about New York City Tartan Week and the NYC Tartan Day Parade, click here: https://www.nyctartanweek.org/
  • Dames & Drams
    Dames & Drams
    RSVP Closed
    Apr 08, 2023, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    via Zoom
    Grab your favorite afternoon refreshment and join us for a Zoom social hour! Hosted by SAWS founding member Maria Ward, let's catch up on all things Scottish that you've been into recently and share plans for upcoming events! Zoom link will be sent out to those who RSVP.
  • You Coo Can Conquer the West Highland Way
    You Coo Can Conquer the West Highland Way
    RSVP Closed
    Mar 11, 2023, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM EST
    Virtual Zoom Event
    Make sure to tune in as SAWS member (and former Board Chair) Stephanie Loden shares her experiences and photographs from her 9-day, more than 100-mile trek along Scotland's beloved West Highland Way. RSVPs required to receive Zoom link.
  • Ballyshaners St. Patricks Day Parade
    Ballyshaners St. Patricks Day Parade
    RSVP Closed
    Mar 04, 2023, 12:00 PM – Mar 05, 2023, 1:30 PM
    Alexandria, Old Town, Alexandria, VA, USA
    Don't miss the 40th Ballyshaners St. Patrick's Day Parade taking place in Old Towne Alexandria on 4 March. SAWS members will be marching along with members of the Virginia Scottish Games. Make sure to give us a wave when we pass by. No RSVP required to attend.
  • Tips & Resources for Genealogy Research
    Tips & Resources for Genealogy Research
    RSVP Closed
    Feb 11, 2023, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM EST
    City of Fairfax Regional Library, 10360 North St, Fairfax, VA 22030, USA
    Chris Barbuschak, Archivist and Librarian of the City of Fairfax Regional Library will share the library's resources for researching Scottish and Scots-Irish genealogy. This will be offered simultaneously as a virtual event. RSVPs are required.
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