KENT, Conn.—Residents are invited to raise a glass with the Kent Chamber of Commerce for the third annual Scottish Burns Supper slated for Friday, Feb. 13, from 7 to 10:30 p.m. at Kent Community House.

Band leader Sean Healy and bagpiper Jesse Ofgang brandish a knife over the haggis that was ceremoniously carved at last year’s annual Scottish Burns Supper in Kent. Photo by Kathryn Boughton

The BYOB event is hosted by the Kent Chamber of Commerce and 45 on Main.

A Burns Supper is a traditional celebration held in honor of Scotland’s renowned national poet, Robert Burns, who lived and wrote during the 18th century. The lively evenings include traditional Scottish food—think haggis—ceildh dancing, a whiskey tasting and entertainment. 

Music will be provided by Red Hot Chili Piper Jesse Ofgang and U.S. National Champion Scottish Fiddler Sean Heely.

Advertisements

Ofgang is a lifelong musician with a deep passion for Celtic music who began playing the Great Highland bagpipes at age 12. He holds a master’s degree in Scottish Music and Bagpipe Performance from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, aa well as an undergraduate degree in Jazz Drum Kit from Western Connecticut State University. He is currently touring Dubai with the Red Hot Chilli Pipers.

Heely is an award-winning fiddler, singer, harpist, and composer whose music bridges Celtic tradition and classical virtuosity. A U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion and U.S. National Champion in Scottish Gaelic Song, he is also an award-winning Irish fiddler and harpist. 

Click here to purchase tickets.

The Community House is located at 93 North Main St.

Leave a comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.