Events

Whisky Wednesdays: Christmas edition

The St. Andrew’s Society Of San Francisco is proud to announce our social event in collaboration with The Whisky Shop of San Francisco called “Whisky Wednesdays”, presented every 2nd Wednesday. Whisky Wednesdays tickets are priced at $50 for members and $75 for non-members. Each virtual event will explore the regionality of Scottish Whisky, bringing together tasting …read more>

Covid-19, Brexit and the Debate on Scottish Independence

Panel Discussion | February 24 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. |  Online

Speakers/Performers: Allan Little, BBC Foreign Correspondent; Kirsteen Shields, Lecturer, Global Academy of Agriculture & Food Security, University of Edinburgh; Fergus Neville, Lecturer in Organizational Studies, School of Management, University of St Andrews

Sponsors: Institute of European Studies, University of St Andrews, St Andrews Society of San Francisco, Center for …read more>

Scotland’s Business Outlook for 2021 and beyond

Wed. February 17, 2021 at 12:00pm – 1:00pm (online event)

Scotland will emerge later this year stronger and more innovative than ever before. Join us to learn about the nations growth and economy.

A new world will evolve when we recover from Covid-19. This will have new implications on Scotland and Scotland’s position in the world. …read more>

Virtual Burns Night Supper 2021

Our first Virtual Burns Supper with dinner, Bagpipes, Scottish Fiddlers, and ceilidh dancing all from the comfort of home.

Join us for a celebration of Scotland’s National Bard, Robbie Burns and our Scottish heritage at the annual Burns Supper. This year we will be celebrating slightly differently in a virtual setting bringing the haggis directly to …read more>

HOGMANAY 2020

Join us online this year as we join together to “bring in the bells” celebrating Hogmanay in Scotland’s time zone!

Hogmanay isn’t just any old shindig. It is one of the most legendary changing of year celebrations in the world.  Like most Scottish holidays, Hogmanay goes hand in hand with countless customs and important marked traditions.

First-footing is perhaps …read more>

The Biden Agenda: How Will A New America Impact Scottish Relations?

As President-Elect Joe Biden inches closer to the White House on January 20th 2021, Scotland’s political forces rally for a potential ally.
About this Free Event
In this exclusive talk presented by the Saint Andrew’s Society of San Francisco, Ian Houston, columnist and Ambassador for the Scottish Business Network, will discuss the future implications of a Biden-Harris administration …read more>

June 15th Variety Show & Meeting

Dear Members and Friends,

Please join us for our second night of online entertainment as we host another Variety Show.   Our show will include the incredible Sara LeMesh again, the soprano who graced our hearts with her beautiful tones and the brilliant fiddler, Elizabeth Ingber, among other talents!

Our show will begin at 8pm, following our Society …read more>

Online Variety Show and May 18 Member Meeting

Please join us for a night of business and entertainment on Monday 18th May.  We hope that you are all safe and healthy.  Amidst the Covid19 craziness, we are bringing you a special night of music, entertainment and a wee bit of essential Society business.  We will be gathering online for a performance from the …read more>

April 20 Members Meeting Cancelled

Members of the St. Andrew’s Society,

Since the “Shelter In Place” order has been extended to April 30th, we will cancel the April 20 Member’s Meeting. I am sincerely hoping the crisis will have abated enough to be able to hold our May meeting, but we will make that decision as the situation develops.

Please remember to …read more>

Board of Relief Post

Assistance for Bay Area Scots in Need

Welcome to the Saint Andrew’s Society of San Francisco, where tradition meets modern-day support. With a legacy dating back to 1863, our Society remains steadfast in our commitment to serving our community, offering assistance to those who need it most. We have continued our commitment through the Saint Andrews …read more>