It was a day for Almonte to break out the bagpipes, kilts, and haggis as the town hosted the 39th edition of the North Lanark Highland Games.
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Hosted at the Almonte Fairgrounds, thousands turned out Saturday to take in Scottish music and watch highland athletes compete in classic competitions.
“We have all sorts of things to offer, from dance competitions, athletic competitions, piping, band and drum competitions,” said Julia Duncan, chair of the North Lanark Highland Games.
“You see representations from a number of different Scottish clans, so family names.”
Along with the performances, the Highland Games are an opportunity for those of Scottish heritage to represent their family origins.
“This area’s got a big Scottish tradition,” said Brian Tackaberry, a director with the Games.
“The first settlers came over from Scotland in 1822 and …