The NoD-Y-Rit - Barony of Tir-y-Don

The NoD-Y-Rit
March 2016
Volume 35 Issue 3
Their Excellencies of the Barony of Tir-y-Don
Baron and Baroness Aiden of Kingswood and Hannah of Kingswood
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Baronial Events ............................................................................................................................................. 4
Fighter Practice ......................................................................................................................................... 4
Archery Practice........................................................................................................................................ 4
Arts & Sciences......................................................................................................................................... 4
Business Meeting ...................................................................................................................................... 4
Arts and Science Schedule ............................................................................................................................ 5
Upcoming Arts and Science Competitions ................................................................................................... 6
Atlantia Calendar of Events .......................................................................................................................... 7
Event Spotlight: Winter University 2016...................................................................................................... 8
February Baronial Minutes ........................................................................................................................... 9
Baronage ................................................................................................................................................... 9
Seneschal .................................................................................................................................................. 9
Chancellor of the Exchequer:.................................................................................................................... 9
Chatelaine ................................................................................................................................................. 9
Chronicler ................................................................................................................................................. 9
Herald........................................................................................................................................................ 9
MOL: ........................................................................................................................................................ 9
Knight’s Marshal ...................................................................................................................................... 9
Marshal of Archery ................................................................................................................................... 9
Minister of Arts and Sciences: .................................................................................................................. 9
Webminster: .............................................................................................................................................. 9
Old Business: ............................................................................................................................................ 9
New Business:......................................................................................................................................... 10
Baronial Officer Regnum ............................................................................................................................ 11
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Letters
Hail & well met!
Events are starting up again, and we have demos coming up as well over the next couple of months.
The first weekend in March will be Kingdom Arts and Sciences; I look forward to seeing folks there!
Arts & Sciences classes are happening most every Thursday, and a full class listing is available on
the baronial website. This month has an interesting variety of classes.
There is still in need of a deputy for the Seneschal office. Please contact me if you are interested.
If any of you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to find me in person, or contact me.
I wish all of you safe travels and good times!
In Service,
Lady Thóra Hrafnsdóttir
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Baronial Events
Fighter Practice
When: Sunday 1pm (site closes at 5pm)
Where: York County Public Library (Tabb Branch),
100 Long Green Blvd, Yorktown, VA 23693
http://www.yorkcounty.gov/Home/Libraries.aspx
The outdoor site is the grassy field to the right of the library
entrance. Please bring chairs and keep the entrance to the library
clear.
Archery Practice
“This is not just for fighters. Folks sometimes bring a picnic
lunch, their A&S projects and enjoy a friendly chat.”
When: Sunday 10am
Where: Newport News Park, Archery Range
Please contact the Master of Archery, Leofric of Oxenford, if you
are planning to attend.
Arts & Sciences
Business Meeting
In order to shot, you must complete a Newport News Archery
Safety Course and pay Newport News Park either a daily fee ($2
plus tax) or an annual fee ($30.00 plus tax). Newport News
Archery Safety courses are generally offered on the first Sunday
(morning) and the 3rd Thursday (evening) of the month. Call
Newport News Park at 888-3333 to inquire for exact dates and
register for the free safety course.
When: Most Thursdays from 7pm to 9pm
Where: Contact Eleanor, the Deputy MOAS, for more
information.
When: 2nd Sunday of the month at 3pm
Where: York County Public Library (Tabb Branch),
100 Long Green Blvd, Yorktown, VA 23693
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Arts and Science Schedule
Date
Mar. 3
Mar. 10
Mar. 17
Mar. 24
Mar. 31
Apr. 7
Apr. 21
Apr. 28
May. 5
May. 12
May. 14
May. 19
May. 26
Jun. 9
Jun. 16
Subject
UFOs
Coptic Book Binding
St. Patrick's Day Thomas Aquinas and the
Church
Abelard and Helois Love Story
Scribal
(Spring Break) Beginning Embroidery
UFO and Spinning
Event Prep and Cooking
A&S Tokens
Bead History
Bead Day at Countess Addie's $$
Marco Polo
Meat Pies
20 Minute Topics
Loom history
Jun. 23
Card weaving
Jun. 30
Jul. 7
Jul. 14
Jul. 21
Inkle weaving
leather turn shoes part 1 $$
leather turn shoes part 2
Travel log & wish list
Items to bring
Bring 2 clamps, deck of old
cards, 2 colors of size 10
crochet cotton (light and dark),
hole punch
$$ - this class will have a fee
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Upcoming Arts and Science Competitions
Spring Coronation
April 1 – 3, 2016
Tir-y-Don
Baronial Birthday
April 30, 2016
SCA 50th
Anniversary
(Danville, IN)
June 17 – 27, 2016
 Their Highnesses have requested that we pay
homage to the Odin and Freya with our arts and
sciences. Use creativity and ingenuity to create
and document an entry relating to these
deities. Documentation requested (because I like
to learn new things) but not required. There will
be a prize!
 Tempore Atlantia: The time frame is 1500 C.E.
to 1600 C.E. Here's something for all you late
period folks!! For more informationhttp://moas.atlantia.sca.org/tempore.htm/
 Baronial A&S Champion: Any medium; Theme:
All things land and sea (no seafood please).
 The Berley Cort Memorial Beltane A&S
Competition: In memory of the former Shire of
Berley Cort, we ask that you join us in a Beltanethemed Arts & Science Competition to be held at
Tir-y-Don’s Baronial Birthday. Historically,
Beltane was a Spring Fertility Festival held at the
midpoint between the Spring Equinox and
Summer Solstice. It was often associated with
May Day celebrations and festivals were
commonly held on May 1st. In 1982, the Shire of
Berley Cort held a Beltane Festival for their
second event. This event became an annual
tradition and one of their signature events. In
honor of our beloved cousins, the Competition
will be open to entries featuring a Beltane or
Spring theme, and you will receive bonus points
for incorporating all of the Berley Cort colors of
Vert, Or and Azure and either of the Berley Cort
symbols of a jester’s head and whale. The
competition is open to any medium.
Documentation is encouraged but not required.
 Scroll Blanks competition - documentation is
encouraged but not required.
 A year in display - There will be an open display
table for A&S completed or "in progress" projects
that you worked on over this past year.
 Open display table of "in progress" projects.
The 50 Year Challenge is about making 50 of
something. It could be 50 of a new art, 50 of a
complex item, or 50 different items in a single
theme. http://www.sca50year.org/challenge.html
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Atlantia Calendar of Events
March 2016
5
Kingdom Arts and Science Festival - 2016 (R)
Sudentorre
Spotsylvania, VA
11-13
Academy of St. Clare of Assisi: Stitches in
Time
Aethelmearc
12
St Paddy's Day Blood Bath
Ponte Alto
13-20
Gulf Wars XXV (R,H)
Gleann Abhann
25-27
Hidden Mountain Baronial Birthday
Hidden Mountain
Bennettsville, SC
26
Defending the Gate XV (R,H)
Sudentorre
Spotsylvania, VA
Vienna, VA
April 2016
1-3
Spring Coronation (R,H)
Atlantia
Lanexa, VA
8-10
Coastal Raids
Raven's Cove
Willard, NC
8-10
Blades & Bows II
Brockore Abbey
New Ellington, SC
9-10
Gemütlichplatz
Isenfir
Charlottesville, VA
9
Kingdom Archery Tournament 2016
Bright Hills
Glen Arm, MD
22-24
Night on the Town
Lochmere
Annapolis, MD
22-24
Tourney of the Dragon
Saint Georges
Easley, SC
29-1
Revenge of the Stitch
Spiaggia Levantina
Denton, MD
29-1
Southern Atlantian Archery Day X
Crois Brigte
Boonville, NC
30
Tir-Y-Don Baronial Birthday
Tir-y-Don
Hampton, VA
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Event Spotlight: Winter University 2016
Contributed by Lady Muriel McAriur (Jennifer Cooper)
On February 6, 2016, the Barony of Raven’s Cove (North Carolina) hosted the semi-annual university
event. Thirteen members of our Barony traveled 3 to 4 hours (each way) to participate. Among those who
attended were newcomers, barons and baronesses, Pelicans, Laurals, and everyone in between. I
personally did not attend but I iterviewed several people who did to find out what makes the University
event so appealing and to learn some tips in going to future universities.
Let me begin by saying that of the 120 classes offered, 9 were taught
by Tir-y-Donians. Master Lloyd, Baron Aiden, and Lord John
Biggeheved teamed up to teach four one-hour classes, which made
up an entire sequence on Fiore di Battaglia, a 14th century Italian
sword master. Baroness Kaleeb the Green Eyed taughted two classes:
Fiber Identification, and Cold Water Dying. Lady Mariana Francisco
also taught two classes: Finding the Medieval Among the Modern,
and About the Baltic Region. And, Lady Mariss Ghijs taught Basic
Embrodery for Beginners.
When asked why they decided to go to this event , two of our newest
members, Victoria and Tabatha, said that they were new to the SCA
and the Winter University provided them an opportunity to be
introduced to a lot of topics in one day. Tabatha, who took quite a
few heraldry classes, said the event was worth the trip. Victoria also
had lots of fun in the classes she took, which included The Spices
Petting Zoo and The Spice Workshop. “I had a lot of fun and had a
chance to do something I’ve never done before. I got to play with
fire and make a glass bead!”
Even our more seasoned members had a great time. Both Lady Mariss and Baroness Oriana took the
History of Prostitution, taught by Magdalena la Sanguigni. This course was a survey of the history of
prostitution from the late Roman era to 1600 ce. During the class some of the topics that were the
formation of red light districts, brothel management, contraception, municipal laws, church law, and the
garb and identification of a prostitute. The attendees were provided handouts on free CD. Lady Mariss
said that the class was “one of the best classes I have ever taken.”
If you are thinking about attending a future University, early registration is strongly encouraged! While
all University events are free, classes fill up fast. If the class you really want to take is full, fear not.
Those that attend on a regular basis say to reach out to the instructor ahead of time to see if they will
allow more into the class, or on the day of the event show up to the class (on time) to see if there are any
no shows. Even if you cannot get into the class, perhaps the instructor has extra handouts or perhaps will
allow you just to watch. It cannot hurt to politely ask. Remember that the university events are all about
learning and sharing knowledge, and having fun with friends.
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February Baronial Minutes
Baronage: There was a good turnout for University. We will be really busy over the next few
months. WE will be attending Polo Alto, Ymir, and Kingdom A&S. We are still accepting
items for gift baskets. For ideas go to Pinterest – look up Largess-makers.
Seneschal: Went to University – had a great time. Learned a lot. Saw a lot of new folks there.
Will also be at Polo Alto, Ymir, and Kingdom A&S
Chancellor of the Exchequer: We have money. If you want to see the bank statements, I
have them with me. Current balance in the account is $9,387.
Chatelaine: Been in contact with Raven Con. We have space for an hour (hopefully will have it
on Sunday) but they have requested more if we are able (perhaps classes).
April 16 – 17 Southampton Ren Faire - Have been in contact with them and with Marinus
Chatelaine. Please let her know if you have any ideas on Demos.
There is a group planning page – contact Killian if you want to be added. Other groups have
requested that we come for the weekend and for us to teach classes. There will be non-period
camping and period camping available.
Looking into other demos for other Sci-Fi cons – Ring of Fire, (baro
Chronicler:
Herald: no report
MOL: Check your cards. New system is now on-line for fighting and MOL.
Knight’s Marshal: Nothing to report.
Marshal of Archery: No report. Too cold for equipment to have practice
Minister of Arts and Sciences: We have a schedule. Next week is patterning for Viking
Clothing. The schedule is on the website and on facebook. Mariss has been doing a nice job of
putting out reminders on facebook.
Webminster: Wesite is up and running. Updating various items including a baronial birthday.
Old Business:


Cloaks: progress is slowed. Found one set of clasps. Another set can be ordered. We are
close to the construction point. We may have 3 – 4 outstanding embroiderys
Bacon Wars 2016: Contacted Southampton faire grounds; have not received word back.
Our barony has already ensured Marinius is okay with us using them.
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
Thrones: They will be picked up at Ymir. They will still need to be decorated (they are
completely unfinished though assembled).

Baronial B-Day (April 2016)

Feast Gear: silverware is still outstanding
New Business:


Pennsic Camp Contact – Pam Lemaster is the camp steward; there will be a few classes
Business meeting can we move the meeting to the third Sunday of the month? The
motion was made to be flexible with the date of the meeting (Marianna, Muriel
seconded). Voted passed. Baron c
Meeting closed: Thora motioned, baron seconded.
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Baronial Officer Regnum
Baron:
Aidan of Kingswood
(Jim Lemaster)
[email protected]
(757) 249-2040 NLT 9pm
Baroness:
Hannah of Kingswod
(Pam Lemaster)
[email protected]
(757) 249-2040 NLT 9pm
Seneschal:
Thora Hrafnsdottir
(Christi Cogley)
[email protected]
(757) 320-6589 NLT 9pm
Chancellor of the
Exchequer:
Alyna of the Ilex
(Holly Cunningham)
[email protected]
NLT 9pm
Chatelaine:
Eleanor Gildenher
(Pam Burnham)
[email protected]
(757) 449-2139 NLT 9pm
Chronicler:
Onòra Druinreich
(Melody McMath)
[email protected]
(757) 243-7010 NLT 9pm
Herald:
Helena Osterholm
(Luanne Efird)
[email protected]
Knight's Marshal:
John Biggeheved
(John McCord)
[email protected]
(757) 771-0267 NLT 9pm
Marshal of Archery:
Leofric of Oxenford
(Mike Durling)
[email protected]
Minister of Arts
& Sciences:
Cairistiona inghean
Mhuireadhaigh
(Carol Vanderspoel)
[email protected]
(757) 819-3296 NLT 9:30pm
Webminister:
Llwyd Aldrydd
(Lloyd Eldred)
[email protected]
(757) 875-0033 NLT 9:30pm
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This is the Nod-Y-Rit, a publication of the Barony of Tir-y-Don of the Society of Creative Anachronism, Inc
(SCA).The Nod-Y-Rit is available from Jennifer Cooper, 1301 Hornsbyville Road, Yorktown, VA 23692.
Subscriptions are free as all publications are available electronically. This newsletter is not a corporate
publication of Society of Creative Anachronism, Inc. and does not delineate SCA policies. (c) Copyright
2016, Society for Creative Anachronism, Inc. For information on reprinting letters and artwork from
this publication, please contact the Chronicler of Tir-y-Don, who will assist you in contacting the original
creator of the piece. Please respect the legal rights of our contributors. Please send submissions by the
23th of the month to: [email protected]
Barony website: www.tirydon.atlantia.sca.org
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