PO Box 765, Rapid City SD 57709 BlackHillsCelticEvents.org 605-399-7203 Volume 7 Issue 9 September 2005 Dear Members, In the past I have chosen not to comment on the following topic, but recent conversations with some members of the Society demand that I make a statement now. It is apparent that a person or persons is making inaccurate statements and providing misleading or false information about the Society and some of the members to any one, member or not, in the public sector. I can assure you that the principles the Society was founded on remain the primary goals. I would be more than happy to visit with any member that might have questions about anything they may have heard or wonder about their feelings about the Society. I will provide you accurate and true information and let you decide on your own what you will choose to believe. I also hope you will come to the meetings and see us in action as we strive to promote Celtic heritage. On a lighter note the folks from String Thaw have been talking to us about some Celtic themed events that members of the arts community are working on. As soon as concrete plans are laid we will let you know by e-mail or newsletter. Some of the ideas we have heard sound like a lot of fun for anyone that likes Celtic music, dance, and entertainment. We are still looking for a board member to take Carole's place since she agreed to take the treasurer position. If you are interested please let us know or come to the general membership meeting. The general membership meeting is this Thursday, September 15th, 7:00 PM at the TREA building at the corner of E. Centre St. and E. Hwy. 44. I hope to see you all there. Your President, Bill Bom 399-7203 things802@hotmail.com Scottish Irish Society Meeting Reminder & sale notice: A GOOD TIME was had by all who attended our Celtic Festival events! We'll be reviewing the highlights at the next membership meeting: Thursday, 7:00 p.m., September 15, 2005,at the TREA building (1981 East Centre St). Please plan on attending. PLUS you'll get a SECOND CHANCE: We'll be having art prints, bangers, T-shirts, and leftover beverages for sale from the Festival at the membership meeting. See you there! September 15 7:00 pm General membership Meeting, TREA Building, Rapid City October 6 7:00 pm SIS Board Meeting, TREA Building, Rapid City October 20 7:00 pm General membership Meeting, TREA Building, Rapid City All events related to the festival ? John Crane has donated a signed print of a scottish castle ? Treasury reported 2,657.00 remaining balance ? Rapid Results will do radio advertisement and lead off program with a celtic from Men of Worth, String Thaw, etc ? We have a contract with Rapid City medics to be on scene for 35.00/hour. ? Old T-shirts will be on sale for $10.00, and old celtic cookbooks on sale for $12.00. New T-shirts will be $15.00. ? Need volunteers for the ceilgh (fri 9/2) ? Volunteers still needed for festival. Contact Midge or just show up, we won't pass up help. ? Carol showed the program with the list of events. She did a great job. ? Idea presented for next Saturday to dress in celtic attire, and pass flyers around downtown. Will discuss further next meeting. Respectfully Submitted Sally Knight President Bill Bom, 605-399-7203 Vice President Bill Knight Secretary Sally Knight Treasurer Carole Conrad Board Members Gary Hamilton, John Salyers, Midge Schmidt, Ryan Tucker Membership & Web Site Newsletter Karyn Snook, ksnook2002@yahoo.com If you would like to contribute an article or story, list an event, submit a photo, etc. to the newsletter, please email the item to me by the 5th of each month.