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The Peasant Revolt of 1381 10am |
Elianora Saunfayle | Come learn the exciting, bloody story of the English peasants' attempt to overthrow the system! | Older children accepted if accompanied by an adult | 55 minutes | ||
| Sorcery 101
11am |
Dr. Henry Best | A practical introduction to sorcery, or divination by sortilege, taught by a professional sorcerer. We will demonstrate and compare sorcerous methods from several times and places in period. Discussion will include its battlefield use by Julius Caesar and exciting new research on a dice divination system used by the Catholic church. | 55 minutes | |||
| How to Double Your Event Attendance with Youth Activites (we have cookies)
12pm |
Gebhard von Lozengia | Philosophy and examples of how to make Youth Activities more fun for all ages and how your event's attendance will increase because of it. If that sounds boring, we will have cookies and a castle playset! | As many as are willing to help make Youth Events fun! | All are welcome; we'll have snacks and castles for young attendees. | 55 minutes | |
| Celtic Families & Royal Retinues Through Historic Codes of Law
1pm |
Lady Margrett Norwoode of Bristol THL Teleri ferch Morgant ap Rhys |
Celts in the medieval era--An exploration of two Celtic codes of law addressing personal relationships, households (both common and royal) and family life. This will include topics such as marriage, divorce and other personal relationships and the mandated members of a royal retinue. | Class will include topics such as plural marriage, relationships, divorce, cohabitation, etc. Not an adults only class but some parents may consider certain topics unsuitable for young children. | 55 minutes | ||
| The Early History of the Midrealm
2pm |
Baroness Catriona nicHugh Mclaey | Just how did the Middle Kingdom come to be? Learn how the Midrealm evolved from a going away party in California to be part of an international historical re-enactment group. The final focus is on the Northern Oaken Region. | Teens to Adults | 55 minutes | ||
| History of Drinking: Most common medieval drinks and their origins
3pm |
Baroness Verena Entenwirth |
A look at the history of drinks, especially those in the between 3rd-16th centuries and how they affected society and culture. Class will include samples (and recipes) of the most common drinks found in the Middle Ages (and in the SCA). No instruction on brewing provided.
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21 and over | 55 minutes | $5 Handout and Samples | |
| Around the World in Beads...
4pm |
Rois Alann inghean ui Fhlaithbheartaigh | Join me, Rois, married into the O'Flaherty Shipping Clan, for a discussion on glass beads, types, their origins, and how they found their way around the world... | 55 minutes | |||
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Exchequer 101
10am |
Bantiarna Briana Morgan of the Valley | Hands on class to explain rules and the forms of the Office of the Chancellor of the Exchequer. 2 hour class | 18 and Over | 1 hour 55 minutes |
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| Field Heraldry
12pm |
Master Alexander de Seaton | 55 minutes | ||||
| Being an Effective Leader in the SCA: Responsibilities of an Officer
1pm |
Dame Caitriona MacDhonnachaidh, CP | Class topics include: The Basics, The Embellishments, Super-not-so-secret Tools and Traits to help you be successful, Handing off an Office. | 55 minutes | |||
| Behind the Dias: What happens behind the Thrones at Court & How to be a Court Herald
2pm |
Baroness Brigit Murchada | Learning about how to be a Court Herald, Vocal projection tips, the process of setting the docket and what really happens behind the thrones. There will also be a mock court the last part of class so that anyone who would like to can actually practice being a Court Herald. | 55 minutes | |||
| Demystifying the A&S Faire
3pm |
Baroness Anastasiia Kyrilovna Ivanova | The target audience for the class are those who wish to enter the A&S Faire system - either as an entrant or as a new judge. Those who have entered/judges in the past two years are also invited to share their experiences. We will also discuss research, selecting a project, documentation, displaying your project to its best advantage, and what the scoring system means. | 55 minutes | |||
| Incipient and New Groups Questions and Answer Session
4pm |
Lord Gareth Ostwestly: Deputy Kingdom Seneschal Minister of New Groups | Review policies and the steps required to start a new group and gain official status in the Middle Kingdom. Will also review the New Groups Handbook | 55 minutes | |||
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History of Clothing for Newcomers: Identifying Garb worn at events
10am |
Baroness Verena Entenwirth | A pictorial exploration of European clothing from the 3rd through the 16th century. This is a broad survey of fashion specifically aimed at those new to the SCA. Class will include images and examples of different styles of clothing most often seen at events and information on where to find additional resources and patterns. | 55 minutes | |||
| What the Bling - Regalia of the SCA
11am |
Lady Erennach ingen ui Ronain (Eren) | Geared for newcomers or just newer members. Points out and explains some of the Regalia (crowns, belts, medallions) one might see in the SCA (medallions will point out some Midrealm Awards) and basic protocol. | 55 minutes | |||
| Wearing My Lady's Favor
12pm |
Baroness Catriona nicHugh Mclaey | The belt favor is ubiquitous for SCA garb. But is it historically correct? What would a lady give as a favor to be worn in battle during period? Is a favor the same as a token? What exactly is largesse?? | 55 minutes | |||
| Basic Heraldic Arms
1pm |
Warder Damian Nihthauk | The proper design of a heraldic device (or Arms) is discussed using the word BASIC as a mnemonic device to assist in keeping track of simple design elements. | 55 minutes | |||
| Looking Right in the Spotlight - Court Etiquette 101
2pm |
Herr Alexander Adelbrecht von Markelingen | An interactive class about to do when you get called up into court. Useful for anyone who is new or even for anyone looking for a refresher. Will include a Mock Court | Children under 14 please have adult supervision | 55 minutes | ||
| What Did They Get? Awards of the Middle Kingdom 3pm |
Lady Erenach ingen ui Ronain (Eren) | A synopsis of the different types of awards available in the Middle Kingdom. This is geared for beginners or newer people to the SCA. | 55 minutes | |||
| SCA Design on a Dime
4pm |
Tinker | This course is for folks new to the SCA and on a limited budget. Discussions include such topics as how to acquire feast gear, basic costumes and jewelry, how to disguise a modern campsite and more. Learn about SCA barter systems and how to literally sing for your supper! Become a Super SCA Shopper at thrift stores, rummage sales and grandma's attic!
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55 minutes | $ .25 | |
| Heraldic Flags and Banners
10am |
Warder Damian Nihthauk | Various types of flags and banners used in period for displaying heraldry will be shown and discussed with examples, Emphasis is on how people in the SCA can design heraldic displays that are easily constructed and yet period in form. | No Age limit - but it is heraldry so (Potentially) boring to children |
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| Norse Cosmology
3pm |
Kari Garahirson | The beliefs of the Viking people in regards to the spirit worlds, as found in their writings and artifacts. |
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