​Sold-out crowd gathers to celebrate 29th annual Robbie Burns Supper in Kincardine

A sold-out crowd joined the Kincardine Scottish Pipe Band to celebrate the 29th annual Robbie Burns Supper at the Kincardine Legion, Saturday night.

About 125 people, including band members, gathered for some delicious food and great entertainment.

Piper Jeff Hall opened the evening by playing the Piper's Welcome, and band president John McManus welcomed everyone to the supper.

Nolan King piped in the haggis, carried by Peggy Farrell, and Scott Duncan gave the Address to the Haggis. Cathy Milne read the Selkirk Grace and the crowd enjoyed a delicious roast beef dinner, complete with haggis.



The Kincardine Scottish Pipe Band performs at the Robbie Burns Supper, Saturday night

Following the meal, Neil Wood offered the Immortal Memory of Robbie Burns.

He said we celebrate the famous Scottish bard as a man who was deeply engaged in the world around him.

“Burns was not a writer for the privileged, but for all people – the common people,” said Wood. “He believed that despite our different stations in life, we could live in harmony.

“He is, and always will be, the people’s poet. Let’s raise a glass to the Immortal Memory of Robbie Burns.”

Glen Morgan gave the Toast to the Lassies. “Guys, we’d be lost without the love our or lassies.”

His wife, Betty Lou, gave the Reply from the Lassies, noting that Burns was a man ahead of his time. He was well-educated, articulate, and could express himself without compromising his masculinity. “Here’s to our laddies in the tartan. It won’t be long before they’re farting!”

The youth members of the Kincardine Scottish Pipe Band performed a couple of tunes, joined by Dale Shewfelt on the bass drum. Then, the Kincardine Scottish played four songs and urged the crowd to Name That Tune.

Pipers Denis Bilyard and Nolan King gave solo performances, and the Drum Corps played a “Drum Salute,” featuring coloured drumsticks, followed by a second set by the Kincardine Scottish.

The evening ended with a Toonie Toss for those who wanted to take home some of the extra haggis.



The Youth Band performs at the Robbie Burns Supper



The Drum Corps performs