Welcome to the SAS-W Member site. This site is set up to help our members interact with the Society, and be informed about upcoming events. We also provide Historical information and Image Galleries for your perusal.
Welcome to the St. Andrew’s Society of Williamsburg!
Lads and Lassies,
Please join me in congratulating Jerry Lelansky on concluding two years as President of the Society. His service is greatly appreciated. Bravo!
It is an honor to reprise the role of President of the Society for 2025. The first time around, 2016, seems like an age ago! While many things have changed, some remain the same and chief among them is the desire to explore and celebrate our shared heritage. In pursuit of that, the Board of Directors has several events planned for the members during the ensuing months.
Burns Night was celebrated on the birthday of Robert Burns, January 25, 2025. To the committee, led by Vicki and John Scott, and all members that assisted in making this a grand success, tapadh leibh (thank you)! It was truly an evening to be remembered. I’d like to extend my particular thanks to Russ Madigan, Quartermaster, who keeps the Society accoutrements organized, transports them to and fro and then stows them safely away again after many of our events. Also, to Liane Boller who prepared the lovely Flowers of the Forest slide presentation.
Most of our events are open to family, friends and potential members so share the love of our heritage and invite those who may be interested. The more the merrier! I hope to see you all at as many of the upcoming events as you can attend.
The Society is looking for a member to become an Archivist. We have decades of material that needs to be sorted and digitalized when appropriate. If you are interested, please contact me directly by email president@scotsofwmbg-va.org.
Yours Aye,
Sherri Cornoni
Clans Campbell, Bruce, Murray, Rose
Links & Resources
Looking for information on Scottish Culture, News or events outside of our group? Visit our Links & resources page.
Photo Galleries
We've got photos of our recent events and even historical ones in our Member Photo Galleries, check them out!
Online Newsletter: The Spectator
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
This section is designed to provide answers to your most commonly asked questions. As always, if you can't find your question here, feel free to contact us!
Guests of members, including children who are interested, are welcome at society events. An exception would be the Annual General Meeting (AGM), which is primarily a business meeting that includes decisions and voting by the membership.
Yes. See the "Renew" tab at top of the member portal page for dues renewal information and electronic payment option.
An active member can apply for senior membership, at the age of 80 years old, following completion of five full years of membership. Senior membership requests should be addressed to the board of directors for approval.
No. However, if you resume paying active member dues, you are then eligible to serve on the board.
Only those who are Active members (not associate or senior) are eligible to serve on the board.
Only Active Members are eligible to vote at the AGM.
Yes! All members are welcome to serve on committees, as needed.
The BOD meets on the second Tuesday of each month, during the months of September through June.
Yes – however, a week’s notice should be provided to the board secretary by emailing secretary@scotsofwmbg-va.org
This annual award is presented to a member or members of the society who have demonstrated exceptional and ongoing dedication to the values and goals of the society. SAS-W values its volunteers! (However, current board members are not eligible for this award).
Saint Andrew’s Day, which falls on November 30th, is the celebration of the patron saint of Scotland – Saint Andrew. The society traditionally holds a charitable event to mark the day.
All members are welcome to help! Our society is built on volunteering. Simply contact the president or membership secretary to learn more about these opportunities.
Have a question or concern? Feel free to reach out to us using this contact form.