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Scottish Highland
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The
Highland Games on the Mississippi Coast were originally
created by the Scottish Society
of the Gulf Coast in 1985. Highlands and
Islands Association of Celtic Gatherings was formed to continue the games in 1990. Over the past 23 years
the
games have been held in Biloxi at Hiller Park, the
Mississippi Coast Coliseum and in Gulfport at the
Harrison County Fairgrounds. This is the 24th year of
Highland Games |
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Highlands and
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Highlands and Islands
Association of Celtic Gatherings, Inc. is a volunteer
operated, non-profit 501(C)(3) charitable organization. The Scottish Highland
Games and Celtic Music Festival is made possible through
the generosity of our local citizens, businesses,
organizations and civic institutions. Our regular
meetings are held the 2nd Monday of each month at Beef
O'Brady's
11010 Hwy 49, Gulfport behind CVS
Pharmacy
at 6:00 PM. |
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The
organization’s advertising is created in partnership
with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development and the Mississippi Development Authority.
The purpose of the Association, Games and Festival is to
promote Celtic Heritage. |
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Each year a portion of
the proceeds of this event is donated to St. Jude
Children's Research Hospital in order to help find ways
to save children. |
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In memorium -
Ronald A. Courchen |
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M/Sgt Ronald A.
Courchen, U.S.A.F. Retired, 65, of Biloxi passed away
Friday, December 26, 2008 in Biloxi after fighting a
long illness. Mr. Courchen was a resident of Biloxi
since 1981 and a retired Air Force Veteran who served
during the Vietnam Conflict. Mr. Courchen was a member
and a former Games Chief of Highlands and Islands
Association of Celtic Gatherings. He was employed with
Casino Magic since its opening. Preceded in death by his
son: George Courchen. Survivors include his wife of 42
years, Myra Courchen of Biloxi, daughters: Yvonne
Courchen of Mattoon, IL, Valerie Parker of Biloxi, sons:
Andre Courchen of Las Vegas, NV, William Courchen of
Columbus, OH and five grandchildren. Graveside service
was held Wednesday, December 31, 2008 at 2:30 p.m. in
Biloxi National Cemetery. Members of Highlands and
Islands Association attended. A Piper played for the
service. |
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| Meetings |
Contact the
Association |
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Meeting NoticeMeetings are held
at 6PM the
2nd Monday of each month at Beef O' Brady's 11022 Hwy 49 Gulfport behind CVS Pharmacy |
President 2010 |
Tommy Chambers (228) 831-9615 |
Highlands
& Islands |
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| President-elect | Joe Adams | |||
| Games Chief 2010 | Ronnie Quin | |||
| Games Chief-elect | Unfilled Position | |||
| Treasurer 2010 | Unfilled Position | |||
| Secretary 2010 | Unfilled Position | |||
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Next Meeting Agenda Not Available |
Trustee 2010-2011 | Kayne Troutman | ||
| Trustee 2010-2012 | Mike Dixon | |||
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Trustee 2010-2013 Athletics Director |
Jayson Tisdale (228) 860-5642 |
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| Clan Director | Linda Bradley | |||
