As the year draws to a close, we are looking forward to February and our celebration of Falls of Clyde leaving for her new home and restoration in Scotland.
We had a positive meeting with Harbors Division, where Capt. Ed Enos, who is handling the logistics locally for Save Falls of Clyde International, was able to discuss what plans are being discussed with the Sevenstar  operational personnel and the progress that has been made toward preparation for the move.
We had a visit from a naval architect student from Strathclyde University in Scotland, who wanted to spend time on the ship because he is part of a team that is working on a design project for the restoration of the ship once she is back in Scotland. He was impressed by our wonderful lady of the sea.
Friends of Falls of Clyde sends a Happy New Year wish for a prosperous and peaceful 2019!!!

This period was one of action. First, we celebrated Falls of Clyde’s 140th birthday on12/12/18. A small group was allowed to come aboard for a small celebration.  A birthday lei was put on the bow, a short history of the Friends of Falls of Clyde was reviewed and then the attendees had delicious birthday cupcakes followed by the annual whisky blessing given by president Bruce McEwan. Here are a couple of pictures.

To commemorate her 140th birthday, Friends of Falls of Clyde had a special t-shirt designed. Here is a picture. The shirts are made to order and are available to anyone who wants to make a donation of $15 or more. Local mailing needs an additional $2 and a mainland order needs $5 for mailing. Orders can be made by sending name, address, size and a check to Friends of Falls of Clyde, P.O. Box 4674, Honolulu, HI 96812.