Event Info

Announcement: Coronation Feast

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Calontir EnsignGreetings! While we are all focused on Gulf Wars, Coronation is coming up the week after. To celebrate our new Crowns I present to you The Bacon Fest. You can pre-register for the event and feast here: https://forms.gle/1wU5G8F6dMHE152e9 Preregistration will close Tuesday March 19th.

COURSE ONE
Appetizers
Nuts & Dried Fruits (GF)(Vg)
Bacon Wrapped Dates (GF)
Marinated Olives (GF)(Vg)
Gluten Free Peasant Bread (GF)
Country White Bread (Vg)
Country Wheat Bread (Vg)
Whipped Butter (GF)(V)
Whipped Honey Butter (GF)(V)
COURSE TWO
Fried Foods
Bacon Wrapped Scotch Eggs (GF)
Blueberry Sauce (GF)(Vg)
Falafel (GF)(Vg)
Hummus (GF)(Vg)
Tahini Sauce (GF)(Vg)
COURSE THREE
Chicken
Bacon Wrapped Chicken Cordon Bleu (GF)
Maple Glazed Carrots (GF)(Vg)
Meatless Mushroom Balls (GF)(Vg)
COURSE FOUR
Pork
Pickled Asparagus (GF)(Vg)
Bacon Wrapped Pork Loin (GF)
Saffron Rice (GF)(V)
COURSE FIVE
Dessert
Bourbon Bacon Brittle
Pecan Brittle
Pan Fried Apple Rings with Bacon Vanilla Ice Cream
DETAILS
Price: $15, Limit 100 seats
GF – Gluten Free, V – Vegetarian, Vg – Vegan

Questions? Please email the Feast Steward HL Skallagrímr Bárðarson (Robert Welch)
robertwelch3553@gmail.com

Yours In Service,
Skallagrímr Bárðarson
MKA Robert Welch

Kris Kinder Market Merchants, A. S. 58

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The Fair of Champagne, c. 1400

Here are the merchants who will be at Kris Kinder Market this year.  This list, plus a map of the merchant area, may be found on the Kris Kinder website under the “Merchant Info” heading on the left side of the page.

Gymnasium
1. Black Raven Trading – Furs, sheep skins, horns
2. Bunny Love Pottery/Laughing Bear – Hand thrown pottery, wooden shields
3. Odds and Ends – Books, jewelry, camp brooms, camp stuff, garb, small wood boxes
4. Irate Pirate Arms Company – Weaponry
5. Gulf Wars Equestrian Fundraiser – This table is a fundraiser specifically focused on the Gulf Wars equestrian area of the Kings Arrow Ranch.
6. Hobbitronics – Fine garb from the heat of Rome to the cold of the Rus.
7. Griffon Made -Hand-crafted bags, purses, and garb; armor by Valens.
8. knOtter’s Den – silver jewelry, fiber tools & goods, leather bags, linen & wool hoods
9. North Star Armoury Viking, Anglo Saxon, & Medieval jewelry & accessories.; books.
10. Please Touch Pottery – Pottery
11. Rabbit Patch Studio – Ethnic jewelry, fibers for spinning
12. Panther’s Den – Semi-precious stone, vintage glass, horn, wood, bone, earrings & jewelry.
13. Barony of Coeur d’Ennui – SCA related donated items to raise money for the Barony
14. Three Cats Dancing Designs – Glass Beads and Jewelry
15. Read It Again Books – Used books
16. Leofwyna’s Feast Kits & Bits – Feast Kits, flatware, & SCA appropriate items
17. Catastrophic Ceramics – Pottery, some original notepads & chainmaille jewelry
18. Weave It Bee – Tablet Weaving, Nalbinding
19. Cocoa Blooms – Chocolate bombs
20. Moire’s Rummage Sale – Assorted SCA related items
21. WillaWonders – Temari, ornaments, gnomes, crochet
22. Stormdragon Works, LLC – Custom arrows, archery accessories, and leatherwork
23. AJ’s Carving & Woodshop – Hand carved wooden spoons. Hand carved &painted wooden Santa’s
24. Bunisher Metal and Art Works – Knives & axes for throwing, cut & thrust swords, medallions, wood art, & more
25. Golf Cart Fundraiser – Reference books
26. Silvermoon Creations – Silver jewelry and wood products
27. Ivory Isis Herbals – Herbal beauty, bath, body, and home goods products
28. WB Fine Art – Personalized Historical portraits on commission. Free consultations for commissionable pieces at Booth.
29. Scrap Ends – Fabric, books and shiny things
30. Once in a Blue Moon – Middle Easter Jewelry and accessories
31. Avalon Oddiments – SCA Garage Sale, gently used garb, feast gear, books; some knitted items
32. Little Otter Textiles – Woven goods, alpaca wool and felted goods
33. St. Crispin’s workbench – Leather work and bulk leather
34. Thistlewood Manor Soap – Handmade soap, shampoo soap, tiger balm, lotion bars, soap bags, nalbound hats, wood combs
35. Vault of Valhalla – Costume jewelry
36. W&J Bows and Stuff – Longbows, Quivers, Arm guards, Leather pouches
37. Lyon Fur – Genuine quality furs at an affordable price
38. Under The Oak – jewelry, wooden ware, pyrography, misc.
39. Two Baronesses – Buttons, other small findings, winingas, hoods, hats
40. Made with Feelings – Blown glassware
41. Felix and Grete’s Fantastic Fancies – Viking Weave & Chainmail Jewelry, Jams & Salsa
42. Thorviks’ – LEATHER SIDES and sheep skins
43. Hot Tempered Glass – Lampwork beads, Jewelry, art
44. Aesc & Thorn – Books, chairs, and fiber supplies
45. Rockhound Wraps – Wire-wrapped minerals and gemstone jewelry
46. Raven’s Wing Clothing – Witch kitties, notebook covers, some pieces of children’s garb, self-published weaving pattern book
47. Batilda’s Budget Eclectic Baubles, Etc – Wool dryer balls & cat toys, Norse brooches & horn combs, cheap spindles & carders
48. Lobster Rose Pottery – Handmade, medievally inspired pottery

Atrium
A1. BlackWater Treasures – all things fiber – yarn, roving, batts, etc
A2. Painted Sky Pottery and Hildebrandt’s Treasures – Pottery
A3. Cat Man Do Designs – Woodcut Blocks for Block Printing
A4. Munitions Grade Arms – Rattan, Helms, Armor, Fighting Supplies
A5. Jane’s Sewing Machine Sanitarium – Rehabilitated vintage & antique sewing machines at reasonable prices.

From Their Royal Majesties: Winter War Maneuvers

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It is too soon for great optimism, but we are cautiously optimistic.

Two weeks ago, in consultation with Our Witan and event stewards, we postponed events in the first half of February. We appreciate all of the effort and input that went into that difficult decision, as well as the work preparing for these events.

We are pleased to announce that Winter War Maneuvers is going forward as scheduled, with N95/KN95/KF94 masks required for all indoor activities, including fighting, both armored and steel. If you cannot fit an N95/KN95/KF94 mask in your helmet/mask while fighting, you may wear a multilayer non-woven surgical mask while fighting, but you are expected to wear an N95/KN95/KF94 mask while not fighting.

We recognize that the masking requirement makes staying hydrated difficult, and we encourage people to bring a straw, take a break outdoors to drink some water.

In January We required N95/KN95 masks at Coronation, and we capped attendance. We are not planning to cap attendance at this time.

It is imperative that if you are feeling unwell, you should stay home from an event. If someone in your household is currently positive, you must stay home, even if you are asymptomatic. As much as we enjoy seeing one another in person again, we would rather have smaller events than to have no events at all. The health of the kingdom is Our priority.

We remain honored to be
King Hirsch and Queen Magdalena
Peace. Love. Calontir.

Sign the Gulf Wars Muster!

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Illustration of the Battle of Barnet (14 April 1471) on the Ghent manuscript. Public domain in the US

Calontir, the drums of Gulf Wars are sounding!

The time is coming to march to battle, ply our crafts, loose our arrows, and mount our horses!  Soon, we shall gather in long-awaited companionship under the Royal Pavilion to raise our voices in merry song and share cups of hot broth!
Will you join us?  Stories will be written, and your Gulf Wars story begins by adding your name to the muster.
If you are planning to go OR if you think you’ll probably go, please sign the muster.  Letting us know that you’re coming will help us plan camping space, buy soup kitchen supplies, and understand the composition of the Army.
We’re looking forward to seeing you there!
General Rhianwen

From Their Royal Majesties: Information Concerning Coronation

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Calontir,

We have been in consultation with Their Highnesses, Hirsch and Magda, and Our Seneschal, Galen, to discuss additional ways to reduce risk at the upcoming Coronation and wanted to share the conclusions to those conversations with all of you.

To help mitigate the risks of the Pandemic, we have jointly agreed to put the following measures in place:

  • Pre-registration will now be required and attendance will be capped at 150. Pre-registration closes the evening of Wed 1/5.
  • Everyone who must mask will be required to wear an N95 or KN95 mask. These are now quite easy to get, both in stores and online, so shouldn’t be a hardship for anyone.
  • We will be streamlining both morning and afternoon courts and there will be only a 90 minute lunch break between them. The event will end after the afternoon court, with no additional meetings or classes.

We recognize that this is late notice for changes, but hope that you can help us all to remain flexible with the sometimes rapidly changing conditions in the world today. We very much want to see friendly faces at this exciting time and want to ensure that We can keep seeing those friendly faces long into the future.

Lucian and Tamar

The Coronation of Hirsch Eichmann and Magdalena vander Meere

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Join us at the Barony of the Lonely Tower on Saturday January 8th, 2022 for the coronation of TRH Hirsch Eichmann and Magdalena vander Meere!

Where:
First United Methodist Church
7020 Cass Street
Omaha, NE 68114

Schedule:
TBD

Activities:

  • Blank Borders Competition – Please contact HL Ayisha Bint Asad at ayisha.bint.asad@gmail.com for more information
  • Largesse A&S Competition – Please contact Lady Eadoin inghean Chionadha at a-sminister@lonelytower.org for more information
  • Youth Activities – Please contact Lady Síle inghean Chairbre at moy@calontir.org to volunteer or for more information
  • Silent Auction – Barony of the Lonely Tower will be having a Silent Auction from 9am – 4pm.  Come make sure to check out the items available!
Website: https://sites.google.com/…/calontirwintercoronatio…/home

 

There is no Inn/Feast for this event. Snacks and Non-alcoholic drinks are ok on site. There are over 100 restaurants within 15 minutes of site. This is just a small list to tantalize your taste buds.

Nearby Restaurants:
https://docs.google.com/…/1qsPfjITvTzUOy0lUBfdU…/edit…

 

Registration Fees:
Adult Member: $20
Adult Non-Member: $25
Youth (5-17): $5
Under 5 Years: FREE

Pre-registration:
(Not required, but strongly encouraged)
https://members.sca.org/apps/#MtgDetail/00001158

Event Stewards:
HL Anne von Weigarten (Ann Wingert)
ann.wingert@gmail.com
402-660-8931 No calls after 8pm

 

Lady Jorunna Refsdottir (Bethany Melendy)
melendy09@sbc.edu
319-830-7590 No calls after 9pm

 

Site restrictions:
Dry site – no alcohol permitted on site

 

No Weapons: Per site request leave all knives, daggers, swords, etc at home. Only weapons allowed will be strictly for court and will be immediately returned to vehicles post court. If you have questions, please reach out to site stewards.

 

COVIDSafe Policy:
Attendees need to bring proof of vaccination and a photo ID. A picture of your vaccine card on your phone will do. Or you can bring proof of a negative COVID test within 72 hours of the event. Parents of 12- to 17-year-olds need to provide proof for their kids; children under 12 years old do not need to provide proof of vaccination or test.
Everyone must mask indoors, regardless of vaccination status. Masks must be worn covering the nose and mouth.
Although the SCA complies with all applicable laws to try to ensure the health and safety of our event participants, we cannot eliminate the risk of exposure to infectious diseases during in-person events. By participating in the in-person events of the SCA, you acknowledge and accept the potential risks. You agree to take any additional steps to protect your own health and safety and those under your control as you believe to be necessary.

 

Health Acknowledgement:
By attending this event, you are confirming that you (as well as any minors that you are parent or guardian for):
➢ Are not experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 as identified by the Centers for Disease Control
and Prevention at CDC.gov, including but not limited to:
• Fever or chills
• Dry cough, shortness of breath, or difficulty breathing
• Muscle or body aches
• New loss of sense of taste or smell;
➢ Have not been near someone with confirmed or suspected COVID-19 within the last 14 days
without following CDC guidance for self-quarantine;
➢ Agree to follow all COVID safety restrictions imposed by the SCA, the event site, and/or local,
state, provincial, or federal government or health authorities.

Event: Plague’s End

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Join us in Grimfells to celebrate the end of restrictions. We will gather at historic Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park for a day of fighting , classes, and enjoying the camaraderie of our Falcon Family. All current event restrictions will be rigidly enforced.

Where:  506 E Douglas St, Prairie Grove, AR 72753, USA
When:  Saturday, Jun 12, 2021
Event Page:  http://grimfells.net/calendar/plague-s-end
Pre-Registration (Required for Attendance):  https://forms.gle/PzbrVd4bNFb1DSAH7
Map: 

Gulf Wars XXX – October 2nd Through 10th, 2021

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Illustration of the Battle of Barnet (14 April 1471) on the Ghent manuscript. Public domain in the US

Christmas Greetings Unto the Knowne World,

We as the Crowns of Meridies, Ansteorra, Trimaris, and Gleann Abhann in conjunction with Our Kingdom Seneschals and the Event Stewards for Gulf Wars have worked diligently to find an option for Gulf Wars XXX scheduled for March 2021.

We are happy to announce that Gulf Wars XXX will occur on October 2-10, 2021. (Gulf Wars XXXI will be in March 2022.)

More information regarding Gulf Wars XXX in October 2021 will be forthcoming, but We look forward to seeing everyone in October at King Arrow’s Ranch.

We wish you a Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!

TRM Meridies, Timothy & Ysmay
TRM Ansteorra, Jason Drysdale & Margherita de Mantua
TRM Trimaris, Kurn O’Farrell & Maisie of Dunbarton
TRM Gleann Abhann, Caillin & Danielle
Mistress Kendra Dey, OP & Mistress Magdalena de Segovia, OP, Gulf Wars XXX Autocrats

Announcements: RUSH Presents: Collegia Calontiris

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Bookcases in the library of the University of Leiden, 1610

From Honorable Lord Saito Takauji comes this news:

Ohayo gozaimasu, Calontir! Some very exciting news from myself and the RUSH Chancellor, Lady Quiteria la Roja

With permission from Their Royal Majesties, we will be holding an official online event on 12/5/2020.

RUSH Presents: Collegia Calontiris is a day dedicated to all the arts and sciences, and the chance for Calontir to once more come together even during the darkest times and find strength in our community.

We need students, and we need teachers (because it would otherwise not be much of an event). Please follow this fine and elegantly crafted link to the event, where you can find a similarly artisanal link to the instructor signup up form!

A Zoom meeting will form the main room and main classroom. We have a generous offer from Count Volkmar Katzbalger  for a second classroom; and teachers can also use an “off site” classroom such as FB life, Twitch, or their own zoom.

Please join us for a day of arts, sciences, and togetherness on the 5th of December!

RUSH Presents: Collegia Calontiris! An online event to be held on December 5, 2020, in the virtual lands of the Barony of Mag Mor.

Classes of all kinds welcome! We have slots from 9 AM to 7 PM.

Event Steward: THL Saito Takauji (officeruji@gmail.com)
RUSH Chancellor: Lady Quiteria la Roja
Scheduler: Lady Lelia Corsini

All classes to be conducted online.

Instructor signup: https://forms.gle/8FjMJhSDCjCoa1AP6

Lilies, Crown Tournament, and Coronation Postponed

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Below is the complete text of TRMs posting to the Kingdom Facebook page. Main highlights are:

  • Lilies is postponed. Event stewards and staff are working on plans for a scaled down version in the fall.
  • Crown Tournament is postponed to a future date, when it can be safely held.
  • Coronation will be postponed, with the intent of giving future heirs at least a month before elevation
  • No plans to hold virtual courts

Good evening Calontir!

First, we appreciate everyone who attended our Q&A session this evening. Your concern for your fellow Calontiri heartens us. For those of you unable to attend, we know that it was short notice, but hopefully this message will cover most of the high points for you. Many of you have, until now, had a lot of unasked questions and uncertainty. We hope that this has helped alleviate those fears.

Along those lines, while we all labor with the uncertainty of the pandemic it has been Our task to keep Kingdom morale high, and to do our best to help you meet those needs from our home. Using that as a metric, last week we failed you. We apologize to you all for that and we will strive to do better. Further, if you find yourselves unhappy with the SCA, the Kingdom, or the management of your local groups under our restrictions we accept that blame as well. Please direct that ire where it belongs – on us.

Here is a very brief summary of the announcements we made this evening

-In light of the most recent health guidelines and information released by both Missouri and Iowa on Monday 4/27, We are postponing Lilies. The event stewards and staff are working hard on plans for a scaled down Lilies in the fall, and details on that will be released as they are available. While we will all miss our usual Summer, His Majesty and I are looking forward to this and greatly appreciate the efforts of everyone working to still give us that Lilies experience a little further down the road. We cannot thank them enough for time they have given and the dedication they have shown to the Kingdom.

-Because of this postponement, Our Crown Tournament is also postponed. Our current intent is to hold it as soon as it is safely possible, and We will be investigating options for that. We are working with the Society to obtain variances for several possibilities. We thank them for their willingness to work us to see that our Customs and Traditions are preserved.

-As far as other June activities are concerned, We will be maintaining our previously stated method of making decisions on a month-by-month basis and will be evaluating the possibility of smaller events, meetings, and practices for June in mid-May. We want to thank the Barons and Seneschals and Kingdom Reeve for their continued patience and support.

-With Crown Tourney postponed to an uncertain future date, Coronation must be as well. We hope to have heirs as soon as we can safely do so, and to give them at least a month to enjoy being heirs and to organize for their own reign and the continued betterment of all Calontir.

-All of these postponements lead to the necessity of seeking a variance for the extension of our own reign. We had hoped to avoid this deviation from tradition, but it has been made unavoidable by the current circumstances. We will be working to find the best possible solutions for finding our heirs to follow us in maintaining Calontir and hope that We have your patience and understanding while We do so.

The following are some additional notes based on your questions and comments:

-Please do keep the business of the SCA as active as you can – planning events, seeing to the local books, and reports. We do not know what the future time tables will be for events, and we understand that some details may be hard to pin down with not all businesses and site locations open, but if we are not planning for upcoming events now, there will be nothing to attend when the time comes and we are able to be together again.

-We do not have any plans for Virtual Courts. Those that have happened in other Kingdoms have mostly been due to the necessity of having heirs step up. The business we have outstanding, elevations specifically deserve more than an electronic thank you.

-Many had kind words for us on the reign so far and we wanted to acknowledge our entire royal household, and specifically Mistress Jorunn and Mistress Gabby for the incredible amount of effort that they have put in behind the scenes keeping us organized and making us look good. Similarly, Mistress Rochwen has been instrumental in organizing and creating the beautiful scrolls for awards that we have given and many that we have yet to give. They all deserve more thanks than we can possibly express.

These times are difficult for everyone. We know that you feel strained, patience is tried, tempers are short, and fear whispers to you. We know what to do and we know how to do it, but to stare unwavering at uncertainty is eventually bound to shake even the most dauntless.

Pick your friends and siblings up. Help them stand strong so that they may do so for you in turn. Hold Fast Calontir.

Until death take Us, The world end, or Our rightful heir take this burden from Us.

Lucian and Tamar