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- Grandfather Mountain Games - July 2004
- TRIAD Highland Games, Greensboro, NC - August 2004
- Mint Hill Festival - 2005
- Loch Norman Highland Games - 2005
- Mint Hill Scottish Festival & Highland Games - March 2006
- Campbell Games - Buies Creek, NC , Oct. 2006
- Foothill Highland Games - Hendersonville, NC, Nov. 06
- Waxhaw Highland Games - Waxhaw, NC, Oct 06
- Grandfather Mountain Games - July 2009
- Triad Games - Greensboro, NC, April 2011
- Mint Hill Scottish Games - Mint Hill, NC, May 2011
- 11th Annual Bethabara Highland Games - Winston-Salem, NC, May 2011
- Grandfather Mountain Games - July 2011
Granfather Mountain Games - July 2011
Russ and Marcia Harper, Conveners
l to r: Russ Harper,Mark Clifford,Frank Randall, Marcia Harper,Sue Waller,
Beth Leggate,Glen Wolfe,William Leggate,Mary Jo Wolfe, Samantha Tyrell
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11th Annual Bethabara Highland Games
May 14, 2011 - Winston-Salem, North Carolina
The Bethabara Highland Games (NC) was held on May 14, 2011. It was a perfect Scottish day, overcast skies and a light rain on and off all day. There were fifteen clan tents participating and Clan Wallace at the end of the day won Best Clan Tent. This is the second year in a row that Clan Wallace has been selected for this honor. Russ and Marcia Harper hosted the Clan Wallace tent.
The Highland Games at Historic Bethabara Park are held to pay respect to the heritage of the early Scots and Scots-Irish pioneers who helped and guided the Moravians in their settlement of the Wachovia tract. This game is free and open for the enjoyment of the public. We had seven Wallaces in the parade of Tartan. They saved the best for last as the Wallaces were the last to take the field and the largest clan marching.
After the games a cook out was held at the home of Russ and Marcia Harper as a thank you for all that came out and enjoyed the day with us, especially Frank Randall and Sue Waller, Aaron Harper and Kim and Bella Fragola.
Russ & Marcia Harper
Mint Hill Scottish Games
May 6-7, 2011 - Mint Hill, NC
Aaron Harper, Kim and Bella Fragola, Megan Painter, Marcia and Russ Harper
Megan Painter and Sue Waller with her shortbread
The Mint Hill Scottish Games (NC) was held on May 7, 2011. A perfect day for a Scottish games, sunny skies and gentle breezes was the weather of the day. There were ten clan tents participating and Clan Wallace was the honored clan. Russ and Marcia Harper hosted the Clan Wallace tent, along with their Granddaughter Megan Painter.
These games are held at the Mint Hill Park in Mint Hill, North Carolina. We had seven Wallaces join us for the parade of tartans. Once again the Wallaces led the way onto the parade field.
The entertainment included the Mint Hill Pipe Band, and the musical group, Glengarry Bhoys. The Games included heavy athletics, Bonnie knees competition, Border Collies, and Children events.
As honored clan, Wallace had the privilege of selecting best clan tent. Frank Randal, Russ and Marcia Harper were among the judges. They selected Clan Nesbitt/Nisbett Society of North America for that award. Teri Roberts of Clan Nesbitt/Nisbet was awarded a trophy for Best clan tent.
Thanks to all that came out and enjoyed the day with us. Special thanks to Megan Painter for stamping all of the children's passports. Our thanks to Sue Waller and Frank Randall for providing Sue's award winning shortbread that was shared with everyone that stopped by the tent.
Russ & Marcia Harper, Conveners
12th Triad Highland Games
April 29-30, 2011 - Greensboro, NC
Russ and Marcia Harper with Bill and Marion Phillips (couple from Florida)
Sue Waller shortbread first place winner
Aaron Wallace Byrd and Dr Erin Byrd judges for Shortbread Compitition.
The Byrd's of Raleigh, NC came because CWS was the Honored Clan.
The Triad Highland Games (NC) was held on April 30, 2011. Due to the sunny skies and warm weather, there were eighteen clan tents participating and Clan Wallace was the honored clan. Other participants included the SAMS (Scottish American Military Society) Scottish Tartan Museum, Council of Scottish Clans and Societies and Scottish Culture org of Triangle. Lunch was also provided to all clan members and their guest.
These games are held at the Bryan Park in Greensboro, North Carolina. The games have had a 2 year absence due to the economy, but the crowd came and was steady
all day. We had Bill and Marion Phillips from Florida and Aaron and Dr. Erin Byrd from Raleigh, NC come to spend the day with us.
The parade of tartans was held at noon and Clan Wallace led the way. We are not normally at the front of the line but I could get use to that.
The entertainment included the Triad Highlanders Pipe Band, Jamestown Pipe and Drum, and the musical group, Rathkeltair. The Games included heavy athletics, and the Lassie games, Bonnie knees competition, Battle Ax Competition, Shortbread Competition, Tartan Tea Tent, Scottish Country Highland Dancing and Irish Dancing, Border Collies, and Children events.
A special Military Appreciation ceremony was held to honor all current military and former military for their service. We owe our freedom to these men and women who have selflessly put their lives on the line to ensure our freedom. S.A.M.S. Post 1775, of the Triad Community wish to thank them in a public way and honor them as they have honored us.
As honored clan, Wallace had two duties to perform. The first was to judge the shortbread competition. Aaron and Dr. Erin Byrd were our judges in the Non-Traditional and Traditional shortbread. One of our members, Sue Waller, wife of Frank Randall came in first in the Traditional Shortbread. Sue was awarded a metal and a glass serving tray for her award winning shortbread. Congratulations to all of the winners. The second duty of the day was to judge best clan tent. Frank Randall and Aaron and Dr. Erin Byrd were our judges. They selected Clan Montgomery Society International for that award. Don Waugh of Clan Montgomery was awarded a knife for Best Clan Tent.
We had one new member, Jim Coffey to join Clan Wallace. Welcome Jim. Frank Randall renewed his membership to Clan Wallace. Thanks Frank. And Thanks to all that came out and enjoy the day with us. We can't do this without you.
Russ & Marcia Harper, Conveners
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Loch Norman Games - April 2004
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Grandfather Mountain Games - July 2004
Terri, Ron, Capt. John, Russ & Marcia
CWS President, CAPT. Chev. John R. Wallace KTJ, OMZ, FSAScot, USCG(Ret)
Charles M & Karen Wallace with Laura, Rachel & Jason
Johnny & Kaye Wallace & Family
Johnny Wallace with Capt. John Wallace
Charles M Wallace & Larry Slight
New member Dustin Fritz
The Wallaces at the Clan Wallace Tent
The Wallaces
John P Wallace & Wife
Prade of Wallaces
The Wallaces Pass in Review
Clan Wallace
The Wallace Vets - Capt. John, Karen, Charles M. & John P.
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TRIAD Highland Games, Greensboro, NC - August 2004
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Mint Hill Festival, Charolette, NC - April 2005
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Loch Norman Games - April 2005
The Wallaces at Loch Norman
Terri, Ron, David, Nina, John, Russ, & Marcia
President John with Council member and Grandson Aidan McGlade
President Awards Patsy Heacock Membership Certificate with Ron & Terri
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Mint Hill Scottish Festival & Highland Games - March 2006
Conveners Russ and Marcia Harper with their Grand Daughters, Megan Painter & Samantha Teague
Megan & Samantha holding the Wallace Banner
Russ with Teresa & Craig Wallace from Mint Hill, NC and the children Ready for the Parade
Captain John joins Russ, Teresa, Craig, and the Children in the Parade
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Campbell Games at Campbell University
Buies Creek, NC , Oct 21, 2006
Clan Wallace Tent at Campbell Games
Russ Harper, Convener at Campbell Games
Wallace Student Center on Campus
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Foothill Highland Games - Hendersonville, NC, 3-5 Nov. 2006
Wallaces attend the Foothills Reception
Al Holley, Tricia Wallace & Captain John hold the new Wallace Banner -
Marcia Harper receives the Saltire Reward
The Wallace Lasses win medals
Erika Stiltner, Gwen Venable, Tricia Wallace, & Terri Heacock.
Wallaces at Clan Tent at Foothills Games
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Waxhaw Highland Games & Gathering of Clans, Waxhaw, NC, 28 Oct 06
The Wallaces gather at the Waxhaw Games
The Massed Bands at Waxhaw
The Wallace tent - Nina Wallace, NC Convener at Waxhaw
Convener Marcia Harper with Samantha & Megan
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54th Grandfather Mountain Highland Games
July 9-12, 2009 - Linville, North Carolina
The Clan Wallace tent, hosted by Russ & Marcia Harper was awarded the Clan of Excellence award at the 54th annual Grandfather Mountain Highland Games July 9th - 12th in Linville North Carolina.
The weekend started out foggy on Thursday night for the calling of the clans. The glare of the torches and the voices in the mist were the only evidence that the calling took place. Friday and Saturday were two of the busiest days ever on top of Grandfather Mountain.
In addition to the many Wallace's, Russ and Marcia also played host to Clan Crawford. Terry and Nancy Crawford who hosted a tent last year were unable to make the commitment for the full weekend but were able to come by Saturday. It was a good thing that we had a double tent this year as the tents were overflowing.
There were many Wallace's and Crawford's that were able to join us for at least some part of the weekend. Among them were Charlie and Karen Wallace, and daughter Laura (GA), Frank and Sue Randall, Craig and Theresa Wallace, Nelson Long, Glen Wolfe (Ohio), Judy Wallace Moore (VA), William Wallace (SC), Carol Wallace Bailey, John Wallace, Nancy Wallace Hatton (TN) along with so many of their mates and friends it is just impossible to get them all listed.
Sunday started out very overcast and blustery for the parade of Tartans. Leading the Clan Wallace contingent was Devon Buchanan, daughter of the new Clan Buchanan president Ken whose mother was a Wallace. Devon marches with Clan Buchanan then comes to the back of the line and dons a Wallace kilt and marches again.
After the parade of Tartans the Grandfather Mountain Pipe Band played as we were presented the Clan of Excellence Award. This is a very special honor for us and Clan Wallace, to be selected best clan out of the 87 clans that were represented.
To top this year we have to come up with something new and different, so come join us and see what we have planned. Our tent location will be prime and we will lead the parade of tartans. We hope you can make it for the 55th annual Grandfather Mountain Highland Games.
On a sad note, Saturday night we lost one of our Life members, Kate Rankin of Summerfield NC. She, her kids and extended family had become a fixture around the Wallace tent at Grandfather. She will be sorely missed.
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