Scottish Kirkin and Reception

St. Andrew and St. Margaret of Scotland Anglican Church is holding a Kirkin' o' the Tartan and Evening Prayer service on Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 7:00 PM. November 30th is St. Andrew's Day. St. Andrew, one of Jesus' 12 disciples, is the Patron Saint of Scotland. These ceremonies have both parochial and civil meaning, dating back to 18th century Alexandria. The service will include a blessing of Scottish tartans, a bagpiper, Scottish fiddling (members of the Scottish Fiddling Society), and other Scottish music. It will be followed by a reception with Scottish foods and beverages. Wear your kilts and bring your tartans if you have them! The church is located at 402 E. Monroe Avenue, Alexandria, VA (1 block off Mount Vernon Avenue), 703-683-3343, http://www.standrewandstmargaret.org.

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Category: Community | Local / Community | Holidays

Time: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm