I am sorry to hear that disappointing news.

Although not exactly the same, I was inquiring with the local United Scots Clan about the local Burns Supper (scheduled for this Saturday). And even though the website clearly lists the contact info and states, "all welcome to celebrate", I have emailed 3 times and phoned twice--still not a word.

It doesn't look as though I will even have a chance. Oh well...maybe next year I will just plan a trip to a spot that has a nice celebration and make it an entire trip of it.