It looks like I’m going to miss the Robbie Burns dinner at the Harbor View tomorrow night, but you don’t have to. Call Cynthia at 508-955-9024 to see if there’s still a seat for you. I love all things Scottish, especially this annual celebration of their most famous poet, and I shall be with you in spirit. This is also an opportunity to join the Scottish Society of Martha’s Vineyard, which holds interesting programs all year long.
Walter and Gail Burke hosted a huge family reunion at their home last week. Present to enjoy the September weather were Walter’s sister, Margaret, and her husband, Dick King of Plymouth. Fred and Jennifer Adams, daughter and son in law to the Burkes, came from West Springfield and brought the delightful Abigail, a tall and beautiful three-and-a-half-year-old.
Who knew when I was in New York visiting Iole, Ed Colligan, salad bar czar of Cronig’s, would choose that time to retire? Ed is one of my best stringers for this column. I certainly miss seeing him when I get my lunch. The gang he trained so well is still doing a great job. Shawn says Ed stops by frequently. Some people just aren’t meant to retire.
