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The pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band participated in many events supporting the organizers of the world -class Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games. Led by Pipe Major Jim Stewart and Drum Sergeant Alex Hobler the band marched and performed both downtown and on the festival grounds.
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Under the direction of Pipe Corporal Bill McMeekin and Drum Sergeant Alex Hobler, nine pipers and a drum corps of seven from the Fergus Pipe Band were part of Grand River Raceway’s Industry Day event and the 13th edition of its signature race, the $300,000 Battle of Waterloo.
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Pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band participated at the ‘Highlands of Durham Games’ held in Elgin Park in Uxbridge Ontario.
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Under the direction of Pipe Major Jim Stewart and Drum Sergeant Alex Hobler, pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band joined in some of Centre Wellington's Canada Day celebrations.
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Under the direction of Pipe Major Jim Stewart and Drum Sergeant Alex Hobler, the pipers and drummers from the Fergus Pipe Band were honoured to be part of the ‘Relay for Life’ event held in Fergus under the banner of the ‘Wellington County unit of the Canadian Cancer Society’.
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Under the direction of Pipe Major Jim Stewart and Drum Sergeant Alex Hobler, the pipers and drummers from the Fergus Pipe Band were honoured to be part of the Decoration Day Service held at the Belsyde Cemetery.
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Under the direction of Pipe Major Jim Stewart and Drum Sergeant Alex Hobler, pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band were part of Ancaster’s 32nd Heritage Day parade.
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Under the direction of Pipe Major Jim Stewart and Drum Sergeant Alex Hobler the pipers and drummers from the Fergus Pipe Band formed part of the parade organized by the Fergus Legion (Branch 275 of the Royal Canadian Legion) as part of a weekend of events celebrating their 75th Anniversary.
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Under the direction of Pipe Major Jim Stewart, ten pipers and drummers from the Fergus Pipe Band participated in the ‘VE Day’ parade organized by the Preston Legion Branch 126 of the Royal Canadian Legion.
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The pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band are honoured to have contributed to the successful celebration of the Fergus Curling Club’s 175th anniversary.
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Under the leadership of Pipe Sergeant Chad Green and Drum Sergeant Alex Hobler, pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band were part of the ‘Tartan Day’ celebration in the town of Fergus.
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Pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band performed during the 16th annual Holstein Maplefest.
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Pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band enjoyed their role as part of the entertainment that ‘McMullan’s on King’ in Waterloo provided customers celebrating St Patrick’s Day at that pub.
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Pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band were proud to participate in two local Flag Day celebrations - Our Lady of Lourdes High School in Guelph and St. Joseph Catholic School.
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The women band members provided the meal and entertainment for the group of Centre Wellington residents who pledged the winning bid for this service at the auction held during the band's 'Scotchtoberfest' party in October.
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Sporting red 'Santa' hats in place of their usual glengarries, Fergus Pipe Band marched in their local Christmas parades.
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The Fergus Pipe Band was honoured to participate in a variety of Centre Wellington Remembrance Day functions.
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Under the leadership of Pipe Sergeant Sean Geddes and Piper Dean Percy, a number of pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band marched curlers on the ice at the Fergus Curling Club for each of the 13 draws that are the Home Hardware Annual Bonspeil. This bonspiel runs for six days and takes place at a number of area rinks.
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The Fergus Pipe Band is pleased to announce that Pipe Major Jim Stewart was re-elected to that position at their Annual General Meeting held November 8, 2009.
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Under the direction of Pipe Sergeant Grant Bunston and Drum Sergeant Scott Moir, pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band were part of the Guelph Scottish Festival organized by the Guelph Pipe Band. The afternoon of entertainment was held at the John McCrae Legion on York Road in Guelph.
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The pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band participated in many events supporting the organizers of the world-class Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games. Led by Pipe Major Jim Stewart, the band marched and performed both downtown and on the festival grounds.
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Under the direction of Pipe Major Jim Stewart, the pipes and drums of the Fergus Pipe Band were part of Grand River Raceway's Industry Day event and the 12th edition of its signature race, the $300,000 Battle of Waterloo.
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The residents of the Wellington Terrace Long Term Care Home were entertained on the evening of Tuesday July 14 by the Fergus Pipe Band. Under the direction of Pipe Major Jim Stewart and Drum Sergeant Scott Moir, a full drum corps and almost full complement of pipers played a variety of tunes for the residents, their visitors and staff.
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Under the direction of Piper Myke Hall and Drum Sergeant Scott Moir, pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band were pleased to be participate in ‘Scottish Flair on the Square’ and the 9th Annual Massed Band all part of the Goderich Kinsmen’s Summerfest on Saturday July 11, 2009.
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Under the direction of Pipe Major Jim Stewart and Drum Sergeant Scott Moir, pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band joined in some of Centre Wellington’s Canada Day celebrations.
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The Fergus Pipe Band enjoys sharing their enthusiasm for their genre of music with those who line the parade routes of the various parades they are invited to be part of.
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Under the leadership of Pipe Sergeant Chad Green and Drum Sergeant Scott Moir, pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band were part of the ‘Tartan Day’ celebration in the town of Fergus.
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Under the leadership of Pipe Corporal Chad Green, pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band were part of the presentation of the ‘National Leadership Award’ to the Honourable Paul Martin at ‘Our Lady of Lourdes High School’ in Guelph. In addition to addressing the students with his thanks and words of encouragement Mr. Martin raised the flag in recognition of ‘Flag Day’ as the school choir and all those present sang the national anthem.
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Fergus Pipe Band photographer, “Bill Longshaw, has been instrumental in building the increased profile that the band has” said Pipe Major Jim Stewart as he presented Mr. Longshaw with a plaque honouring his commitment and contribution to the band. In addition to the plaque Bill was also presented with a band kilt (Mackenzie tartan).
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On January 3, 2009 the pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band were part of an evening of hockey entertainment at the new Mount Forest and District Sports Complex. This evening was part of an entire weekend of hockey – the 3rd annual ‘Reeves Challenge Cup’ Alumni Tournament.
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2009-2010 News
Fergus Pipe Band at the Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games
August 12-15, 2010The pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band participated in many events supporting the organizers of the world -class Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games. Led by Pipe Major Jim Stewart and Drum Sergeant Alex Hobler the band marched and performed both downtown and on the festival grounds.
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Fergus Pipe Band Performs at the Racetrack
August 2, 2010Under the direction of Pipe Corporal Bill McMeekin and Drum Sergeant Alex Hobler, nine pipers and a drum corps of seven from the Fergus Pipe Band were part of Grand River Raceway’s Industry Day event and the 13th edition of its signature race, the $300,000 Battle of Waterloo.
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Fergus Pipe Band at the 'Highlands of Durham Games'
July 24, 2010Pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band participated at the ‘Highlands of Durham Games’ held in Elgin Park in Uxbridge Ontario.
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Fergus Pipe Band Celebrates Canada Day
July 1, 2010Under the direction of Pipe Major Jim Stewart and Drum Sergeant Alex Hobler, pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band joined in some of Centre Wellington's Canada Day celebrations.
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Fergus Pipe Band Supports Relay for Life
June 18, 2010Under the direction of Pipe Major Jim Stewart and Drum Sergeant Alex Hobler, the pipers and drummers from the Fergus Pipe Band were honoured to be part of the ‘Relay for Life’ event held in Fergus under the banner of the ‘Wellington County unit of the Canadian Cancer Society’.
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Fergus Pipe Band Honours Fergus Legion Decoration Day
June 12, 2010Under the direction of Pipe Major Jim Stewart and Drum Sergeant Alex Hobler, the pipers and drummers from the Fergus Pipe Band were honoured to be part of the Decoration Day Service held at the Belsyde Cemetery.
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Fergus Pipe Band Participates in Ancaster
June 12, 2010Under the direction of Pipe Major Jim Stewart and Drum Sergeant Alex Hobler, pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band were part of Ancaster’s 32nd Heritage Day parade.
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Fergus Pipe Band Part of Fergus Legion 75th Anniversary Parade
May 16, 2010Under the direction of Pipe Major Jim Stewart and Drum Sergeant Alex Hobler the pipers and drummers from the Fergus Pipe Band formed part of the parade organized by the Fergus Legion (Branch 275 of the Royal Canadian Legion) as part of a weekend of events celebrating their 75th Anniversary.
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Fergus Pipe Band Honours 'VE DAY' 65th Anniversary
May 8, 2010Under the direction of Pipe Major Jim Stewart, ten pipers and drummers from the Fergus Pipe Band participated in the ‘VE Day’ parade organized by the Preston Legion Branch 126 of the Royal Canadian Legion.
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Fergus Pipe Band Congratulates Fergus Curling Club
Curling Season 2009/2010The pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band are honoured to have contributed to the successful celebration of the Fergus Curling Club’s 175th anniversary.
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Fergus Pipe Band Pipes Through Downtown Fergus on Tartan Day
April 11, 2010Under the leadership of Pipe Sergeant Chad Green and Drum Sergeant Alex Hobler, pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band were part of the ‘Tartan Day’ celebration in the town of Fergus.
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Fergus Pipe Band Performs at Maplefest
April 10, 2010Pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band performed during the 16th annual Holstein Maplefest.
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Fergus Pipe Band Entertains St. Patrick’s Day Celebrants
March 17, 2010Pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band enjoyed their role as part of the entertainment that ‘McMullan’s on King’ in Waterloo provided customers celebrating St Patrick’s Day at that pub.
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Fergus Pipe Band Celebrates Flag Day at Two Local Schools
February 12, 2010Pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band were proud to participate in two local Flag Day celebrations - Our Lady of Lourdes High School in Guelph and St. Joseph Catholic School.
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Fergus Pipe Band Supports Groves Memorial Community Hospital CT Scanner Fundraising Efforts
December 18, 2009The women band members provided the meal and entertainment for the group of Centre Wellington residents who pledged the winning bid for this service at the auction held during the band's 'Scotchtoberfest' party in October.
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December 14, 2009Sporting red 'Santa' hats in place of their usual glengarries, Fergus Pipe Band marched in their local Christmas parades.
Read full press releaseFergus Pipe Band Participates in Ceremonies Honouring Canada’s War Veterans and Serving Military Personnel
November 2009The Fergus Pipe Band was honoured to participate in a variety of Centre Wellington Remembrance Day functions.
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Fergus Pipe Band Celebrates with the Fergus Curling Club and the Home Hardware Bonspeil
November 2009Under the leadership of Pipe Sergeant Sean Geddes and Piper Dean Percy, a number of pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band marched curlers on the ice at the Fergus Curling Club for each of the 13 draws that are the Home Hardware Annual Bonspeil. This bonspiel runs for six days and takes place at a number of area rinks.
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Fergus Pipe Band 2009 Annual General Meeting
November 2009The Fergus Pipe Band is pleased to announce that Pipe Major Jim Stewart was re-elected to that position at their Annual General Meeting held November 8, 2009.
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Fergus Pipe Band Plays at the Guelph Scottish Festival
September 20, 2009Under the direction of Pipe Sergeant Grant Bunston and Drum Sergeant Scott Moir, pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band were part of the Guelph Scottish Festival organized by the Guelph Pipe Band. The afternoon of entertainment was held at the John McCrae Legion on York Road in Guelph.
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Fergus Pipe Band at the Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games
August 6-9, 2009The pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band participated in many events supporting the organizers of the world-class Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games. Led by Pipe Major Jim Stewart, the band marched and performed both downtown and on the festival grounds.
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Fergus Pipe Band Performs at the Racetrack
August 3, 2009Under the direction of Pipe Major Jim Stewart, the pipes and drums of the Fergus Pipe Band were part of Grand River Raceway's Industry Day event and the 12th edition of its signature race, the $300,000 Battle of Waterloo.
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Fergus Pipe Band at Wellington Terrace
July 15, 2009The residents of the Wellington Terrace Long Term Care Home were entertained on the evening of Tuesday July 14 by the Fergus Pipe Band. Under the direction of Pipe Major Jim Stewart and Drum Sergeant Scott Moir, a full drum corps and almost full complement of pipers played a variety of tunes for the residents, their visitors and staff.
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Fergus Pipe Band in 9th Annual Goderich Massed Band
July 11, 2009Under the direction of Piper Myke Hall and Drum Sergeant Scott Moir, pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band were pleased to be participate in ‘Scottish Flair on the Square’ and the 9th Annual Massed Band all part of the Goderich Kinsmen’s Summerfest on Saturday July 11, 2009.
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Fergus Pipe Band Celebrates Canada Day
July 1, 2009Under the direction of Pipe Major Jim Stewart and Drum Sergeant Scott Moir, pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band joined in some of Centre Wellington’s Canada Day celebrations.
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Parade Season 2009 - Fergus Pipe Band
June and July, 2009The Fergus Pipe Band enjoys sharing their enthusiasm for their genre of music with those who line the parade routes of the various parades they are invited to be part of.
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Fergus Pipe Band Pipes Through Downtown Fergus on Tartan Day
April 5, 2009Under the leadership of Pipe Sergeant Chad Green and Drum Sergeant Scott Moir, pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band were part of the ‘Tartan Day’ celebration in the town of Fergus.
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Fergus Pipe Band Leads in the Honourable Paul Martin
February 13, 2009Under the leadership of Pipe Corporal Chad Green, pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band were part of the presentation of the ‘National Leadership Award’ to the Honourable Paul Martin at ‘Our Lady of Lourdes High School’ in Guelph. In addition to addressing the students with his thanks and words of encouragement Mr. Martin raised the flag in recognition of ‘Flag Day’ as the school choir and all those present sang the national anthem.
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Fergus Pipe Band Thanks Band Photographer
February 13, 2009Fergus Pipe Band photographer, “Bill Longshaw, has been instrumental in building the increased profile that the band has” said Pipe Major Jim Stewart as he presented Mr. Longshaw with a plaque honouring his commitment and contribution to the band. In addition to the plaque Bill was also presented with a band kilt (Mackenzie tartan).
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Fergus Pipe Band was part of the ‘Spirit of Hockey in Mount Forest’
January 5, 2009On January 3, 2009 the pipers and drummers of the Fergus Pipe Band were part of an evening of hockey entertainment at the new Mount Forest and District Sports Complex. This evening was part of an entire weekend of hockey – the 3rd annual ‘Reeves Challenge Cup’ Alumni Tournament.
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