Greetings to the Shire, I said I would give credit where credit is due for the musicians who showed up to provide music for Novice Day. Lord Drustan of Old Stonebridges coordinated a bardic/musicians presence that was much appreciated. My thanks go to him, to Pan Mikhail Reubenovic Kopaczewski, and to one Úlfarr Gylðir. The virtual class … Missives from Maestra (6/30/2024)
Greetings to the Shire, It was a scorcher of a day. The weather had also promised rain, and delivered toward the day’s end. Now that I know how well the wooden pavilion works at keeping out the rain, I am no longer so leery of holding future Arts & Sciences displays and competitions there. I … 2024 Novice Day: Arts & Sciences Recap
The first Arts and Sciences virtual gathering actually happened with little by way of hiccups. It was a small gathering, but we were able to discuss what subjects would be covered for future gatherings. The second gathering was also small, a relaxed session of realizing that showing stitches before a small camera was an awkward enterprise, … Missive from Maestra Ana
We seem to have solved the technical issues with Google Meet. So! We will again attempt to gather online to work and learn on the second and fourth Wednesdays of May and June. Join us at 7:30pm!
Almost two weeks ago, I attempted to hold the Shire’s first virtual A&S gathering. I was unable to go in or let people in, and for this I beg forgiveness. I immediately went into the shire’s respective Facebook pages, let gentles know what happened, and perforce cancelled the meeting. Our intrepid webminister and I have since … More Updates!
We have some details on upcoming events! The April Shire business meeting will be at 8pm on the 22nd, via Google Meet. We will try again to have an online Arts & Sciences get-together at 7:30pm on the 24th. Fifth Monday will be on April 29th at the Oakland American Legion. If the weather cooperates, … April Updates
Greetings to the Shire, With the coming of the spring (in fits and starts, apparently), let us dust off winter’s lethargy and get to the business of celebrating the new season, whether it be with new projects or attending events virtual and otherwise to learn new crafts or research the people who have inspired us in … Update from the Shire Arts & Sciences Minister
Greetings to the Shire, Because there was a request to have the Lucky Seven Largesse Challenge at 100 Minutes War this year, I forewent having an Arts & Sciences component. There were three gentles who took part in this challenge, and I heartily thank all three: Astraea of La Familia for the lovely native American … 100 Minutes War Thank You for Arts & Sciences!
Do you love the SCA enough to engage with people not in the Society? Can you describe or demonstrate what you love and what you do in the Society? Are you free any of these three weekends: September 9/10, September 16/17, and September 23/24? If the answer is yes, read on! As part of the … Wanted! People who love the SCA!
The Shire of Rusted Woodlands is delighted to invite the valiant warriors of The East Kingdom and elsewhere to test their mettle once again at 100 Minutes War! Event Date: November 18th, 2023 100 Minutes War XXXIII will include: Due to the popularity of this event, we do ask that all combatants be armored and … Come one, come all! For 100 Minutes of all out WAR!
