Calendar of upcoming events
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Clan MacNicol Worldwide Gathering 2012
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Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston 12th – 14th October 2012.
Established in 1806, Launceston is Australia’s third oldest city and a major gateway to Tasmania. Launceston is the ideal base for visiting the cool-climate vineyards of the Tamar Valley. From Launceston you can also explore various national parks, historical villages and grand National Trust properties.
Launceston’s weather is similar to the south of France, with an average maximum of 23 degrees Celsius in January and 11.5 degrees Celsius in June.
It is 198 Kilometres (123 miles) or 2.5 hours drive north of Hobart.
Launceston is serviced by three airlines Qantas, Jetstar and Virgin Blue, being only a 45 minute flight from Melbourne.
It has beautiful old buildings and streetscapes dating from early Colonial and convict times to Georgian and Victorian eras. A wine lovers and foodie's paradise, Launceston is made for losing yourself - in exploration, romance and adventure,by land, air, river or sea.
Accommodation Conference rates are offered for pre and post stays of up to 3 days either side.
Rates can be accessed under the conference name (Clan MacNicol Worldwide Gathering 2012) by contacting Reservations at Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston:
Ph +61 (3) 6334 3434
or
reservations@hgclaunceston.com.au
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Deluxe Twin or Deluxe King for 2 Adults, Room Only, $155.00 per day (Australian).
Or there are many alternative accommodation choices available in the area to cater for all styles, taste and cost. Further details will be provided.
Launceston Show is 11th October, 2 days of Clan meetings, Tours, Gala Dinner and Ceilidh, Casual BBQ, Sunday Kirkin and Picnic at Campbell Town, settlement town for the Chief and Nicolsons in the 1800’s. Longford country Show is October 21st , plus there is so much to see and do in Tasmania all within easy access from Launceston.
DO NOT MISS this opportunity to be a part of our Clan MacNicol Worldwide Gathering and to visit the wonders of Launceston and Tasmania, make YOUR plans to be there in 2012 NOW!!
Further details contact: Secretary PO Box 243 GYMEA NSW 2227 Australia malnico [at] bigpond.com
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2011 Schedule of Regional Reunions and Scottish Festivals with MacNicol Clan Representation!
Your Clan Society is planning to hold regional reunions during the coming year, Plus there are several local state reunions attended by State Games Commissioners; please stop by and say hello!
The schedule of reunions & local reunions for 2011 upcoming information
2011 State and Provincial Commissioners and 2011 Schedule of Games and Festivals with Clan MacNicol Tents
by Jeremy Nicholson
As we approach the height of the
Highland games and Scottish festivals season (late spring to early autumn), I thought it would be useful for the members of Clan MacNicol of North America to know who exactly are our active state and provincial Games Commissioners, and to read a schedule of the events at which they’ll be representing the Clan:
Here now are the names of the Commissioners, arranged alphabetically by province and state:
Alberta (and Western Canada) - Mary Lou Nicolson Klimek--
Calgary
Arizona – Bruce Mcnichols--Phoenix
At Large – Stewart and Marie Nicholson--Largo, Florida, and
Brampton, Ontario
British Columbia - Jennifer Nicolson-Church--
Port Coquitlam
California – Dale and Marilyn Nicoll--
Concord
Colorado-
Florida – Cliff and Claudia Wolf--Crestview
Georgia – R. Burke and Kerri Nicholson--Dunwoody
Illinois – Chris and Judy Trenkle and Jane Nicoll Stover--
Lombard and Park Forest
Maine - Bill E. Nicholson--Natick
Michigan – Bruce Goodburne--Alpena
Montana - Tom Nichols
New Hampshire (and New England) – Dick and Carol Nicoll--
Billerica, Massachusetts
Nevada -
Ohio – Craig and Barbara Nicol--
Cleveland
Ontario – Stewart Nicholson -- Brampton
Quebec- Jacques McNicoll
South Carolina – Bill R. and Joan Nicol--
Hilton Head Island
Tennessee – Tom and Brenda Nicholson Pritchard--
Knoxville
Texas – Carolyn Nichol-Williams--Garland
Utah, Idaho. Wyoming
– Ken and Tammy Lawrence--
Clearfield
Washington State – Bob and Elizabeth Nicholson--
Seattle
Calendar of Highland Games and Scottish Events in North America
This Calendar of Highland Games and Events is based on information supplied by various sources; and lists Highland Games, faires, festivals, Burns Suppers, and other Scottish and Celtic events. Since Highland Games are primarily held outdoors, and are subject to the elements as well as changes from year to year, please contact the Event "Organizer" directly; or check with their web site to verify the event's time, date and location, before making any travel plans.
To find Scottish Festivals that will have the Clan MacNicol Tent or Clan MacNicol Regional Reunions...see the list above!
Updates and submissions for the Calendar are welcome at any time. However, in order to meet the demands for updated information for the Clan MacNicol Society (North America) Games Calendar, please send additions or corrections to klawrence@clanmacnicolutah.com via email.
Borrowed with respect, appreciation, and recognition from the
Clan Campbell Society (North America). All rights reserved. Copyright 1996-2011
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Clan MacNicol Society of North America
Members of the Highland Clan MacNeacail Federation
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The Clan Campbell Society (NA) offers no guarantee as to the accuracy of information, despite our best efforts. Much of the information on our Games Calendar is received from third parties and event web sites. We cannot be held responsible for ensuring that the information they provide us is accurate. The Clan Campbell Society (NA) reserves the right to refuse any submission for posting to the Games Calendar.
