Come one, come all: come celebrate the accomplishments of our newest members. 

Join us for the Annual East Kingdom Novice Day!

EK Event Calendar listing

Martial Activities

We will have TWO (2) tournaments:  an armored combat tourney for the newest combatants to show their prowess, and a fencing tournament- both will showcase the talents of our novice warriors (within 2 years of their initial authorizations). 

Fighters and fencers please note: 

The tourneys will be preceded by a procession of the combatants with their consorts/inspirations.  If a contestant doesn’t have one, one will be provided. Combatants will be able to authorize on the day of the tournament. 

There will also be archery and thrown weapons.

Arts & Sciences

As the Arts and Sciences are an important and integral part of our Society there will be A&S (either a display or competition). This will be open to all gentles who do not hold a Kingdom or Baronial level A&S award, nor have they won a major championship. There will be voting by both the Populace and the Laurels.

There will be a heraldic consultation table, staffed by Novice Heralds (with a Senior Herald supervising).

Event Location

Sussex Community College
1 College Hill Rd
Connor Green and Pavilion
Newton, NJ  07860
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Feast

UPDATE: AGVA Delights will be on site. Walking tacos, hand pies (pomegranate chicken, chicken pot pie, and bean & cheese) scallion pancakes will be available for sale (Cash or Venmo) in addition to water, chips, and crispy rice treats.

No dayboard or feast will be provided. Food brought from home or purchased at an off-campus restaurant is permitted (encouraged) at the event. Off-campus restaurants in or near Newton that may be open during the event can be found with this search.

Pets

Dogs are permitted. They must be leashed, and controlled. Dog waste must be picked up by owner. Failure to comply may result in ejection from site. In other words, if your dogs are found unleashed or cause any issues with other animals on site you can be asked to leave by Security and their word is final.

****SCHEDULE ADVISORY****

The schedule, especially for the tourneys, may be altered in the case of extreme heat or thunderstorms.  Please be prepared to be flexible, and don’t forget to bring water. Schedule details will be posted when available.