Inductee Ruthanna MacPherson Has Passed Away
Ruthanna was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2012. She was a very regular attendee at our Ceilidhs and was always ready to play the piano. She will be missed by everyone in the music community.
Ruthanna was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2012. She was a very regular attendee at our Ceilidhs and was always ready to play the piano. She will be missed by everyone in the music community.
On June 23rd, 1964 the Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry Highland Dancing Association was born with 30 families and 35 dancers. Currently there are over 80 members that celebrated their 50th anniversary a few years ago. This Association remains a non-profit that carries on the Scottish heritage of their ancestors.
Red Alex Stewart was a well-known and respected piper and violinist for many years in Glengarry. He was known as “Red Alex” to distinguish him from his neighbour and cousin “Black Alex.” He spent his entire life in the Stewart’s Glen and Skye area of Northern Glengarry.
For over 40 years Lori MacMaster has contributed to the Celtic tradition of Glengarry through music, dance and teaching step dancing to hundreds of students.
Larry Lafave was a lifelong resident of Martintown. He was born on May 31, 1943, the son of Mabel Flaro and Joseph B Lafave. He was a well liked and respected member of the community. An avid musician, Larry played guitar in a few local establishments and in several hotels in West Quebec.