Silver of the Stars - Opens March 30 - runs through May
The Forbes Galleries, 60 Fifth Avenue (12th St.)
Silver of the Stars has brought together famous names to collaborate with silversmiths on the theme of 'a drink with a friend'. Stars including Sir Sean Connery, Billy Connolly, Ewan McGregor and Nicola Benedetti are involved and the results range from fine claret jugs to decadent absinthe goblets. Other celebrities include Ian Rankin, Robbie Coltrane, Lulu, Sir Cameron Mackintosh, Sharleen Spiteri and Alexander McQueen. The exhibition was conceived as a way of marking the 550th anniversary of the Incorporation of Goldsmiths of the City of Edinburgh, one of the oldest trade bodies in the world. Alongside the Silver of the Stars pieces will be "The Millennium Collection for Bute House", Scotland's collection of state silver, used by the First Minister when entertaining at his official residence in Edinburgh; and some significant historical pieces on loan from the National Museums of Scotland. Free Admission, tickets required.

The Scottish Village - Grand Central Terminal
After an exciting and successful debut in 2005, the Scottish Village returns to Grand Central Terminal for Tartan Week 2007. Once again, you'll have the opportunity to experience numerous aspects of Scotland's vibrant contemporary culture and bold heritage. The Scottish Village will be free of charge, and open to the public 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., March 31 - April 8.

Scotland 10k Run - Central Park - 4/1/2007
Join over 3,000 runers for this 10k run through Central Park organized by New York Road Runners and sponsored by the Scottish Executive. Tel 212-860-4455

Journeys from Scotland to America - April 3, 4, 5 - 4/3/2007
NY Historical Society - 170 Central Park West (77)
John Paul Jones – America’s Hero, Scotland’s Pirate (3 April) A rare chance to learn more about the boyhood and exciting escapades of the ‘Father of the American Navy’. - John Muir – The Original “Wild” Child and his Legacy (4 April) Learn about Muir’s boyhood in Scotland with tales of childhood “scootchers” or dares and the influences that shaped the “Wild Muir”. - The Museum of Piping – Over the Isles to America (5 April) Glasgow’s Principal College of Piping recount the lives of pipers that have left Scotland for the United States. The talk is illustrated by tunes composed by or associated with Scottish immigrants. - The Island Tapes – A New Way to a New World (4 and 5 April) An unforgettable multi-media experience marrying vintage films of Scottish island life with atmospheric live music, Gaelic songs and Scottish poetry. All the events are at the New York Historical Society and the tickets cost just $15 per adult and $10 for seniors and students. They can be purchased through Smarttix at www.smarttix.com or by calling (212) 868-4444.

The Stornoway Kids - 4/4/2007
West Park Presbyterian Church, 86th St & Amsterdam
The New York Caledonian Club and New York Scottish Pipes and Drums Present a Concert/Ceilidh THE STORNOWAY KIDS Live from the Western Isles (Eileanan Siar), Scotland. The Students of the Nicolson Institute Stornoway, Isle of Lewis--Fiddling, Gaelic Singing, Bagpiping, Highland and Country Dancing! Refreshments and Scottish Food and aye, Haggis! Wednesday April 4th 7pm till yon time, at the McAlpin Hall. Price $20. Ye cannae whack it! Pay by check/MO or paypal. Details at www.nycaledonian.org. Email: chief@nycaledonian.org or voicemail- 212-662-1083

Tartan Day on Ellis Island - 4/7/2007
Ellis Island
The sixth annual observance of National Tartan Day at the Ellis Island Immigration Museum. Performances include The Island Tapes - an unforgettable multi-media experience marrying vintage films of Scottish island life with atmospheric live music, Gaelic songs and Scottish poetry. Additional all-day performances by the NY Celtic Dancers, the St. Ann's of Hampton Pipes and Drums, Scottish storyteller Jeslyn Wheeless and John Grimaldi, the Scottish Juggler. For complete details visit www.clancurrie.com.

National Tartan Day Cocktail Reception - 4/12/2007
The Union League Club, 38 East 37th St. at Park Av
Saint Andrew's Society of the State of New York salutes National Tartan Day with a cocktail reception starting at five-thirty. Reservations are required and limited. Please call 212-223-4248 for details or e-mail office@standrewsny.org. Business attire or Cocktail (jacket and tie required for gentlemen) $50

Tartan Week Football Match - 4/13/2007
Pier 40 Soccer Complex - Houston St. & Hudson River
Scotland Visitors to play Scotland New York supporters in the Second Annual Tartan Week Football Match. Can the home side maintain their winning record? or will the visitors notch up an impressive away win? If you're interested in taking part for either team, email the organizers at malcolm.boyd@rhmr.com Kick-off time - 8:30 pm - Closest train is the #1 subway at Houston Street.

Pre Parade Ceilidh - 4/13/2007
Abigail Adams Auditorium
In keeping with the tradition, the New York Caledonian Club will again host the famous Tartan Week Pre Parade Ceilidh at 7pm to the wee hours on April 13th 2007. A real Hoolie, it’s right up yer kilt. Featuring again the infamous Madra Confach Ceilidh Band. Abigail Adams Auditorium 417 East 61st Street (between 1st Avenue and York Avenue)Admission: $20. Refreshments and Scottish Food and aye, mair Haggis!!! Last year's wiz a sell oot! A portion of the proceeds of the Ceilidh will go to charity. Details at www.nycaledonian.org email events@nycaledonian.org or voicemail- 212-662-1083

Post Parade Party - 4/14/2007
STOUT NYC
The National Tartan Day New York Committee is thrilled to announce that this year's Post Parade Party will again return to Stout NYC. This not to be missed, sell-out party will feature the best in live Scottish music. Starting at 4:30 pm and running to the late hours, the Post Parade Party will be a ticketed event. See STOUT NYC Web site for future details.

Post-Post Parade Party - 4/14/2007
Lucky Jack's - 126 Allen Street
The New York Tartan Army will be hosting their 5th annual Post-Post Parade Party on Saturday night from 8pm until the wee hours with free entry. Come see Scottish DJs playing the best music from Scotland. Belhaven on tap, Irn Bru, lots of kilts and of course, high quality banter!

Kirkin of the Tartan - 4/14/2007
Central Presbyterian Church, 593 Park Av. (64th)
This non-denominational event will be followed by a brunch in the Church Hall. The service is open to all. The brunch is a ticketed event and seating is limited. Tickets cost $25 and can be purchased until April 4th by sending a check to Saint Andrews Society of the State of New York, 150 East 55th Street, Third Floor, New York, NY 10022. Overseas attendees can reserve by credit card by calling 212-223-4248 and tickets will be held at the door. First come first served. Organised by the Saint Andrew's Society of the State of NY. The Kirkin is at 10:00am April 14th 2007

Saturday, April 14, 2007
9th Annual New York Tartan Day Parade
Pipers, drummers, pipe bands, organizations, and proud Westies & Scotties are encouraged to participate in Tartan Week's main event - New York's National Tartan Day Parade -- the largest Scottish celebration in Manhattan and one of the largest Scottish parades in the world. UNIQUE among parades, the NY Tartan Day Parade features full pipe bands AND individual pipers and drummers from around the world -- individuals may register AND participate in groups of massed pipers. Last year’s parade participants hailed from Scotland, Australia, Canada, England, France, Switzerland, Pakistan and the U.S, with the parade being enjoyed by thousands of spectators in Rockefeller Center.

Making their first Tartan Day Parade appearance, Glasgow's Albannach will be warming up the 6th Avenue crowds this year with their powerful, passionate and primal sound. Unlike any "pipe and drum" band you've experienced before, the group features an award winning piper and five drummers. Albannach's music will stir your Scottish blood and leave you begging for more.

Saturday, April 14, 2007
2007 Post-Parade Party
Featuring SCOCHA, Albannach and MacTalla Mor! The National New York Tartan Day Committee is thrilled to announce that this year's post parade party will feature three premier bands - SCOCHA, Albannach and MacTalla Mor. Those who saw SCOCHA last year will remember their roof raising songs peppered with one of a kind Scottish humor and banter. MacTalla Mor will feature their great bagpipes, piano, vocals and bodhran in a dynamic mix of traditional Celtic, roots rock, calypso, blues and jazz as they make their first Tartan Week appearance.