SCOT is a non-profit organization dedicated to sharing the culture of Scotland with residents and visitors in the Research Triangle area of North Carolina. Membership is open to all people who are interested in promoting knowledge of and appreciation for Scottish culture and history.
Note: The Steve Johnston Tribute page is here. Watch for a permanent tribute to Steve on this site in upcoming weeks.
Tartan Day
The Tartan Day celebration for the Raleigh area will be held in Fuquay-Varina at South Park on route 401 on Sunday, 4/15. It will feature the NC State Pipes and Drums, Wake and District Pipes and Drums, Highland Dancers, Bonnie Knees contest, children's activities, and nearby in full view a shinty team on the field. We'll also look up your surname for possible Scottish link and tartan. Times are from 1-4 PM. This is an open field so bring chairs. Admission is free. (To be canceled in case of rain.)
The 9TH Annual Mark Johnston SCOT Golf Classic
Once again it’s time to dust off the Cleeks, Mashies and Spoons. The “High Council” has approved of the course venue for this year’s event!
Date: June 2nd 2012
Where: Crooked Creek Golf Club 4621 Shady Greens Dr., Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
Time: 1st group off at 11:00 AM 5 tee times are reserved (20 players)
Rate: SCOT member: $50
Guest: $60 Juniors (under 16):
SCOT Family Member $45, Non-SCOT Family member $55
Includes green fee, cart rental and a bag of range balls.
Format: 2 person Super ball. Sign up as a team or be paired with another single at check-in.
There will be prizes for a variety of categories (most balls in the water, most beverages consumed – Donald usually wins that one…), and of course the Low Gross Champions. The winners get awesome trophies and name recognition in the SCOT newsletter.
Deadline to sign up is May 29th. Please contact Chuck McDougal at: elscrodley@nc.rr.com or home number 919-783-7476.
There will be the usual Family Barbecue afterwards at the home of Amy and Chuck Mooney.
Details coming soon, keep your eye on this site for the updates!!
Cary Indoor Competition and Workshop
The eleventh annual Cary Indoor Competition, sponsored by SCOT, was held on Saturday March 24, 2012, at Resurrection Lutheran School. See the list of winners here [pdf].
2012 Scholarship Form Now Available
See our Education page for the new scholarship form.
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