The Scottish Society of the Inland Empire

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The 'Founding Four' agreed to serve as an interim Board of Directors until membership
and interest increased.

The SSIE is dedicated to bringing together people of Scottish ancestry, or those interested in Scottish traditions, practicing and preserving Scottish traditions, educating the public about Scottish traditions and heritage. In Feburary 2007, the seeds of what is now the Scottish Society of the Inland Empire were sown when society secretary, Bob Leeton approached Bob Goss, Wes Ray, and Cameron Tillery about starting a Scottish Society in the Inland Empire.It did not take long for the germination to take place and they had their first meeting in Alta Loma shortly afterward. Officers were selected and piper,Cameron Tillery, owner of R.P.Blandford and Son,LTD; a Scottish import store, was named as advisor. Two more meetings were held at Blandford and Son working out the mission statement and membership forms and by the fourth meeting, held at the Royal Falconer, there were twelve people in attendance. A new board was elected and since that time membership has swelled to over 170 members. The Scottish Society of the Inland Empire is dedicated to bringing together people of Scottish ancestry, or those interested in Scottish traditions, practicing and preserving Scottish traditions, educating the public about Scottish traditions and heritage, promoting goodwill among our members and the public, and to the performance of charitable works and community service.

09/12/2026

Come on up to the Apple Thistle Music Fest! 41303 Valley of the Falls Dr Forest Falls. We are here until 1pm!

09/08/2026

Reminder that the annual Apple Thistle Music Fest is happening this coming Saturday, Sept 12th from 10am-1pm. Come up and join us! Community Center/Big Falls Lodge - 41303 Valley of the Falls Dr, Forest Falls.

08/14/2026

Come and join us for the annual Apple Thistle Music Fest on Sept 12th from 10:00am - 1:00pm. Gail D Cox Community Center/Big Falls Lodge 41303 Valley of the Falls Dr, Forest Falls. Free, family friendly event with Celtic music, singing, and bagpiping.

05/23/2026

Come visit us at the Scottish Fest at the OC Fairgrounds in Costa Mesa this weekend!

03/20/2026

Don't forget - Come and join the fun for the Clan Gathering and Traditional Highland Fete in Calimesa! This Saturday, March 21-22, 2026, Calimesa Event Center. 1300 3rd St, Calimesa. Tickets can be purchased at https://givebutter.com/scottishevent01

01/31/2026

Come and join the fun for the Clan Gathering and Traditional Highland Fete in Calimesa! March 21-22, 2026, Calimesa Event Center. 1300 3rd St, Calimesa. Additional evening Ceilidh on Saturday March 21 at 7:00pm. Tickets can be purchased at https://givebutter.com/scottishevent01

Clan representatives can sign up for a Clan tent space as well.

Scottish community. “Gathering of the Clans and Traditional Scottish Fete”. Included will be demonstrations of Dance, Piping, and Athletics, as well as reenactments, storytelling, and food.

01/10/2026

Time's running out but there is still an opportunity to join us at our annual Robert Burns Supper! It will be held on Saturday January 24, 2026 5-10pm at the Burrage Mansion in Redlands, CA. Tickets are $75/pp. Join us for some entertainment of bagpipes, dancing, and to celebrate the great Scottish poet, Robert Burns. RSVP and payment due by 1/15/26. for ticket information please email [email protected].

12/02/2025

Our annual Robert Burns Supper will be held on Saturday January 24, 2026 5-10pm at the Burrage Mansion in Redlands, CA. Tickets are $75/pp. Join us for some entertainment of bagpipes, dancing, and to celebrate the great Scottish poet, Robert Burns. Email [email protected] for ticket information.

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Orange County Fairgrounds And Event Center
Costa Mesa, CA

Website

http://www.iescots.com/

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