Potatoes, A History
The humble potato was domesticated in the South American Andes some 8,000 years ago and was only brought to Europe in the mid-1500s, from where it spread west and northwards, back to the Americas,...
Flint Scottish Pipe Band Blog
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New Place, Same Great Festival!
We’re ready to jump into summer with the Saline Celtic Festival this Saturday! Adding to the excitement this year is a change to a new location! You’ll find us just north of Saline at...
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Chicago Scots
Flint Scottish Pipe Band had the pleasure of participating in the annual Chicago Scottish Games this past weekend. The thunderous sound of the massed bands was truly a sight to behold on a glorious...
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Welcome to Scotland USA!
The 54th Alma Highland Games take place this weekend! As we approach our first major competition of the year we’d like to take a look at the history of Scotland USA! How does a...
Happy Thanksgiving!
We are grateful for all that we’ve accomplished this year! We are also grateful to all of our friends and followers. We hope that you all have a safe and happy Thanksgiving!...
A Return to the International Scene
This year marks the Flint Scottish return to the international scene! We had the pleasure of joining our northern friends at the Kingsville Highland Games for the first time since the global pandemic first...
A Great Start to the Season!
This year marked the 55th year of the Alma Highland Games and a great start for the band’s summer season. We met early on May 26th to kick off a wonderful competition weekend. We...
Ceilidh Wrap-up
Thank you to everyone who was able to attend our New Annual Ceilidh event. While we are aware of issues at the event, particularly related to the venue and service provided, we appreciate the...
A Successful Ceilidh is a Sold Out Ceilidh!
It happened fast! With a full week left before our New Annual Ceilidh, tickets are now gone! If you weren’t one of the lucky few that were able to get tickets this year, do...
It’s Almost Ceilidh Time!
A cèilidh (/ˈkeɪli/ KAY-lee) is a traditional Scottish and Irish social gathering. In its most basic form, it simply means a social visit. In contemporary usage, it usually involves dancing and playing Gaelic folk music, either at a home or...
Ceilidh Save The Date!
Save the date for our 2024 Ceilidh! Join us in our new location Signature Chop House of Flushing on February 24th. Expect the same great music, pipe bands, dances, food and camaraderie all in...
Happy Retirement Lloyd!
We want to wish Lloyd Bruce a happy retirement from the band after 35 years of service. Lloyd and his family have been very involved with the band during their tenure. Lloyd and his...
Fenton Center of Hope
Building community Strengthening families Sharing HOPE The Center of Hope has a vision to love and serve their neighbors who are hungry, hurting, in need, or in crisis. The Center of Hope is an...