Burns Night

Burns Night Celebrations

A fitting celebration of Rabbie's life took place this week at The Crieff Hotel in its recently refurbished upstairs function room.  President John Taylor, used to celebrating such nights in foreign countries, brought a different feel to this year's celebrations and a very enjoyable evening it was with partners, visiting Rotarians and performers also in attendance.

The Haggis was brought in by Chef following behind the Club's personal piper and Honorary Rotarian, Rob Bolton.  Thereafter, the haggis was very ably addressed by President John Taylor.  Everyone then settled down to an extremely enjoyable meal after which the evening's entertainment commenced.  

Senior Vice President, Jim McConnell gave the 'Toast to the Lassies' in which he, very tactfully, extolled the virtues of the women.  Morag Taylor then responded on behalf of the ladies with their views of 'the Lads' in which all of the males present felt they came off relatively unscathed.  Afterwards, Ross Ewing of Crieff High School took the floor (returning once more after having spoken so ably last year) to give yet another thoughtful and humerous 'Immortal Memory'.

Following on from the speeches everyone present was treated to a wonderful and fitting variety of entertainment.  Firstly, by way of the beautiful singing voices of Charlie Dawes and Anna Walker of Crieff High School.  Secondly, with a very topical rendition of a 'variation' of Tam O'SHanter by Rotarian, Willie Bell.   Last but by no means least came the accomplished accordian playing of Ross Ewing.

Rotarian David Smart drew the evening to a close by proposing a hearty vote of thanks to President John and his team for putting the evening together, to the Hotel for its catering and especially to all of those who performed so well during the course of the evening.