**********Mull and Tiree Gatherings 2006*********** Hi fellow Islay Listers, For any of you who have connections to the neighbouring Isles of Mull or Tiree, here are the links for the Gatherings being held on those isles next month: The Isle of Mull Genealogical Gathering is happening May 14-19, 2006. http://www.mullgenealogy.co.uk And the following week, May 22-26, 2006, the Tiree Homecoming takes place on the neighbouring isle. http://www.tireehomecoming.com Both events will draw descendants from around the world who want to walk the land of their forefathers, perhaps for the first time. The programs include a variety of speakers, historical tours, and access to research facilities where genealogy can be pursued. I hope these events are a preview of what lies in store for us family historians in 2009 which has been declared the year of the Scottish Homecoming in honour of the 250th anniversary of the birth of Robbie Burns. Drop me a note if you will be attending either of the above gatherings. I will be helping to organize the genealogy displays at both events. Louise MacDougall Vancouver Island, BC, Canada