For The Week of January 18, 2025 (A.S. 57)
THIS-WEEK-IN-THE-SCA-IN-THE-TWIN-CITIES-01-18-25 (print version)
WEEKLY WEDNESDAY MEETINGS
For more information on our weekly Wednesday meetings, go to this link.
UPCOMING BARONIAL SPECIAL EVENTS
TWELFTH NIGHT 2025–A FROSTY FETE
SATURDAY JAN. 18, 2025, 7AM-9PM
Link to official Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/events/3932716000293980
Lord of Life Church,
14501 Nowthen Blvd NW, Ramsey MN 55303, 9am-8pm
Event steward: Lady Talaitha Nyfferyn (Annika Virginia)
talaithaofnorthshield at gmail.com; 207-557-5893
Site opens/closes:
Friday 6-8pm for set up, Saturday 7am for setup.
Gate: 9am-1pm
Activities until 8:30pm
Site Close: 9:00pm – cleanup hard stop: 10pm
Fees:
Adult: $30 (Members: $20); Under 18: Free
Checks Payable to: SCA Inc-Barony of Nordskogen.
Gate Coordinator: THL Lachlann del Glen: antim8ter at gmail.com
Gate volunteers can sign-up at this link.
Pre-registration Is Now Closed.
Sunday Activities:
Archery at Bwana Archery: 8-10am; SR Harris Trip: Starting at 10am
More information on these activities is available in the
Twelfth Night 2025 News and Announcements section.
Luncheon will be available in the atrium from noon until 1pm.
NOTICE:There are quite a few open luncheon slots available to buy at Gate!!
Go to this link for more information.
Site is BONE DRY.
Site is ADA accessible
An all-gender individual bathroom is located between the library and kitchen.
We strive to find inclusive venues, especially when in places of worship.
Please find our venue’s inclusivity policy here:
https://www.lol.org/welcome/about-us
The following will be allowed/available:
Arts and Sciences Competition
Youth Activities
Ask a Laurel
Bardic Circle
Gaming Salon
Master Armouring Competition
Jumble Sale
Populace Space / Presence
Photography
Merchant Space
Armored/Rapier/Boffer/Archery
Other activities will be announced as they are confirmed to be available, and the schedule may change as space and safety allow, so please follow announcements
in all the usual places.
NORTHSHIELD SPRING CORONATION, SATURDAY, APRIL 19, 2025
Link to official Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1023189702510881?active_tab=about
Hosted by: Barony of Nordskogen
Lord of Life Church, 14501 Nowthen Blvd NW, Ramsey MN 55303, 9am-8:30pm
Event Stewards: Trevor Gersch/Aelfwine, trevor at gersch.com;
Alex Olfson/Aleksander Valahul, alexolfson at gmail.com
Site Fees:
Adult Member: $15/person; Adult Non-Member: $25/person;
Children 10 & under: Free (Might change to 17 and under. Please check back)
THIS SITE IS BONE-DRY! No alcoholic beverages allowed, even for cooking! Thank you.
No feast/food planned at this time.
If you would like to offer your services, please contact one of the event stewards.
Planned Activities: Armored Combat, Arts & Sciences Display, Classes, Rapier Combat
More information to come. Thank you for your patience!
OTHER WEEKLY MEETINGS AND
SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS
Nordskogen Equestrian Lessons Every Other Saturday–SUSPENDED
Outdoor Thrown Weapons Practice—CANCELLED UNTIL SPRING
If you have any questions about thrown weapons in Nordskogen, message our Thrown Weapons Captain, Lord Lachlann del Glen.
Indoor Archery Practice, Sunday, January 12: 10am-Noon: Bwana Archery, Little Canada, MN
Hello archers! Practice is on! Sunday at Bwana in Little Canada, 10am-Noon. It’s the last practice before Twelfth Night so come and work on your prowess! Let Lady Dagrún know if you need loaner gear by Saturday evening! If you have any questions about archery in Nordskogen, please contact our Archery Marshal, Lady Dagrún Björnsdöttir, at archery@nordskogen.org.
Directions to Bwana Archery, 3015 Country Drive, Little Canada, MN, 55117
(I-35E and 694), 651-482-9866:
*Take your best route to I-35E and Little Canada Road (Exit 112).
*From I-35E Northbound: At the top of the exit ramp, turn left onto Little Canada Road.
Then turn right on the frontage road (Country Drive) on the west side of I-35E.
*From I-35E Southbound: At the top of the exit ramp, turn right onto Little Canada Road.
Then turn right on the frontage road (Country Drive) on the west side of I-35E.
*The range is about 1 mile up Country Drive. Look for the large yellow archery sign on your left.
Here’s a link to a map: https://www.facebook.com/pg/BwanaArchery/about/?ref=page_internal
Rumplestiltskein: 2nd & 4th Sundays: 11 am-2 pm: At the HarMar Barnes & Noble
Meetings occur on the 2nd & 4th Sundays! The next meeting will be this Sunday, January 12, 2025. The gathering is at the Barnes & Noble Starbucks Coffee Shop at 2100 N. Snelling Ave, Roseville, MN, just south of Hwy 36 in the HarMar Mall. Any portable fiber activity is welcome, such as knitting, spinning, nalbinding, crochet, embroidery, tatting, etc. Masking is now optional. Parking is free and plentiful, and the snacks and drinks available at the Starbucks Cafe are nice. Come socialize and show off what you have been working on, or just hang out.
Monday Night Armoring & Sewing At Duke Vlad’s and Duchess Petronella’s
Their Graces, Vlad and Petranella, are hosting armoring and sewing for vaccinated folks on Mondays starting at 7 p.m. in Roseville. Please be sure to contact them for further details and to double check the schedule. Please note that there are two large fuzzy dogs in residence. Their Graces can be reached at: 651-644-4685 or at: vlad.petranella at gmail.com or message Her Grace on Facebook at Salli Weston.
Indoor Armored Combat Practice: Tuesdays, Brackett Park, 5-8pm
Armored combat practice is held on Tuesdays from 5:00 to 8pm at Brackett Park, 2728 39th Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN, 55406. If you have any questions, you can contact the Nordskogen Knight’s Marshal, Lord Fergus O’Dae, on Facebook at: Theodore Ivan.
Youth Boffer Practice: Indoors, Wednesdays at Olivet Congregational Church, 6:30-7:30pm–Next Practice: Wednesday, January 22, 2025.
The next youth boffer practice will be held on Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 pm at Olivet Congregational Church, 1850 Iglehart Ave, St. Paul MN, 55104. The next practice will be on Wed., Jan. 22, 2025. If you have any questions about youth boffer in Nordskogen, please contact our Youth Boffer Captain, Lord Gospatric de Reynes, on Facebook at Patrick Raines.
Rapier Practice: Indoors, Wednesdays, Olivet Congregational Church, 7-9pm
Rapier practice is now indoors at Olivet Congregational Church, 1850 Iglehart Ave, St. Paul MN, 55104. Practices are from 7-9pm. Doors open at 6:45pm so we can get started at 7. We must be out of the space by 9:00 p.m. sharp. If you have any questions, you can contact the Nordskogen Rapier Marshal, Lord Yagüe Antolínez, at: rapier@nordskogen.org
Dance Practice Taught by Master Dafydd Arth–SUSPENDED
Bardic Get-Together—SUSPENDED
Shop Night on Thursdays At Master Danr’s, 7-9 p.m.
SUSPENDED
Monthly Baronial Sewing Support & Project Night, 3rd Thursdays:
Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025, 6:30-8:30pm, Olivet Congregational Church
The Baronial Sewing Support & Project Night will be happening Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025, from 6:30-8:30pm, at Olivet Congregational Church. For questions, please contact the Baronial Minister of Arts and Sciences, Lady Hedwyg (Kris Johnston).
Armor Shop, Thursdays, 6pm, at THL O’no Kagemori’s House
Kagemori can help you get a kit into the mid-14th century of Western Europe, a bit later for Eastern Europe, and/or up to the end of period in Japan. If you need the address, PM Kagemori on Facebook at Josiah Stone. A couple of things: Closed toe shoes are a good idea if you’re going to be working with metal. Work gloves and safety glasses are also a good idea. 1 dog and 2 cats in residence, allergy sufferers beware. He would prefer you be vaccinated, but he will not be asking about it. The nearest ER is 5 miles away.
Sewing with Mistress Cassandra of the Western Green
Mistress Cassandra of the Western Green hosts weekly sewing nights on Thursday nights at her home. The gatherings begin at 7:00 p.m. and last until your hostess tells you it’s time to go home! Contact her at cassandy at usfamily.net or at 612-361-6309 for directions and to let her know that you are coming ahead of time.
TWELFTH NIGHT 2025 NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Theme and Title for Our January 18, 2025 Event
Greetings members of Northshield. Our Nordskogen Business Meeting covered two important topics this past Wednesday. One, to review and revise the theme of Twelfth Night (previously, a Nordic Noel) and two, to discuss the standing title of the event; Twelfth Night. Due to the length and consideration both these topics deserve, we will be separating the discussion into two parts.
Pt. 1
The theme Nordic Noel was brought to our attention as a concern, with the focus of the term Noel being overly focused on one religion, to the exclusion of others. Upon review, the word Noel has significant and current meaning to the Christian faith; specifically focusing on the birth of Jesus. This religious aspect does not accurately represent this year’s theme and has been adjusted to Frosty Fete, to celebrate the Baroness’ desire to see the symbol of the snowflake worn, adorned, and celebrated throughout the event.
We recognize the impact of the initial theme had on members of the Kingdom and want to apologize for the pain we have caused. The Baronesses of Nordskogen are appreciative of the opportunity to improve and solidify our overarching goal as a Barony; to have gatherings with historical premises that expand our horizons, celebrate milestones, or reflect particular historical objects / activities.
This also encouraged us to re-evaluate our efforts to keep and maintain an open dialogue. We plan on continuing our efforts to be accessible, seek to understand perspectives, and actively listen. Feedback is always welcome, and if concerned about privacy or algorithms, please send here: baroness at Nordskogen dot org.
Pt. 2
A second question arose during the discussion of this year’s event theme, regarding the title Twelfth Night, and whether it should continue in use for future events. As many Scadians do, we conducted our research on the origin of the event title.
We found that the first Twelfth Night was held in the West Kingdom in 1967 and was specifically touted as being named for the Shakespearean play. The tradition spread as other Kingdoms emerged, and several local seasonal events throughout the Middle Kingdom adopted the name, including Nordskogen.
We did find a number of historical associations with the tradition of Twelfth Night. The Christmas closing feast, often irreverent, where it was tradition to remove holiday paraphernalia from the home the night prior to the Christian celebration of Epiphany. We found the celebration of Twelve days and nights at this specific time of year also has roots in Celtic and Norse traditions, such as the twelve days and nights of Pagan yule, and some Roman traditions of Saturnalia, where each of the twelve months of the year was represented by a day of festival. A few political bodies outlawed the celebration of Twelfth Night as overly secular by the late Middle Ages. The active celebration of Twelfth Night appears to have continued regionally into the early 1800s, but by the 1900s, had been largely discontinued.
With this history in mind, we asked our populace to join the conversation and share their thoughts.
Everyone expressed a strong commitment and desire to continue to improve inclusion, understanding that history and religion have intricate ties. The populace spoke eloquently, drawing from a variety of cultural and social experiences. Many of those who shared were concerned that excluding certain aspects of history, so long as they are not actively used as terms or symbols of modern religious practices, could devalue the opportunity to learn and fully appreciate the past we seek to re-create. It was also agreed that there are more active steps we can take to support the diverse members of the populace, and to keep an on-going and respectful conversation flowing to ensure an inclusive atmosphere. Based on the populace feedback, and with the inclusion of additional public acknowledgement that the title represents a specific approach to our study of the multi-faceted lens of history, we will keep the event title as Twelfth Night.
We feel that the title Twelfth Night, unlike Noel, is not currently exclusively tied to the modern observances of any specific religion and is instead largely associated with the anachronistic study of history, or Shakespeare’s work.
In addition, we will add the history and background of this title to the event website, as well as listing the other steps we will take to ensure our events are inclusive gatherings. This is an opportunity for everyone in our Kingdom to take a good look at past traditions, clarify how they include and celebrate everyone, and ensure they best serve the community we are today. For future assessments, we will recommend approaching with curiosity, seeking counsel, active listening, leading with kindness and maintaining paths of communication with the goal of inclusivity for the ultimate benefit of our community.
YIS, TE Heliseus and Cynthia
Arts and Sciences Activities
Arts and Sciences Coordinator: THL Neave inghean Domhnaill: robynturtle at gmail.com
Arts and Sciences Competition Location: North Hallway. See Site Map here.
Schedule:
Drop Off: 9-10am
Viewing: 10:30am-4:30pm
Prize Calling: 4:30pm
Unto the Populace of Northshield:
Soon winter winds will be blowing upon our lands, and the Barony of Nordskogen will again be hosting Twelfth Night on January 18, 2025. To that end, we invite all Artisans, Cooks, Makers, Bards & Performers, those inclined toward the Sciences, and anyone interested in the Arts and Sciences of our Kingdom to participate in an Arts & Sciences Competition!
Please note the following update: The competition is open to your interpretation of the former title, “A Nordic Noel,” the new title, “Frosty Fete,” which celebrates anything snowflake-related, or you can choose to do anything winter-related. Extra points will be awarded for entries with snowflakes! ANY arts and science is eligible, including bardic, cooking, armoring, scribal, clothing, etc. – EXCEPT note that the site is bone dry, including the parking lot, so no alcohol concoctions will be allowed. Entrants, you are encouraged to sit with your creations and share information about your item(s) if you choose to!
Our team of cool-thing aficionados will award prizes to the niftiest entries in the categories:
– Children under 16
– Youth ages 16-21
– Adult 21+
– Entries created by a household/family/group.
Please contact THL Neave inghean Domhnaill at robynturtle (at) gmail.com with any questions, or if your entry is larger than 24” in any dimension. If your entry is a performance, skit, a cooked or food item, or requires a demonstration, please also contact Neave with a description. We will set up a mutually agreeable time for these entries.
For more information on the event, see https://nordskogentn.wordpress.com/
Neave/Robyn Beth Priestley
Painted Turtle Design
Ask a Laurel with Mistress Aesa
Location: South Gym. See Site Map here. Schedule: 1:30-3:30pm
In this forum, you may ask the Laurels of the SCA any question, relevant to the Laurelate and its areas of concern, that you might ask in good faith. We will attempt to answer in good faith, as honestly and courteously as we can manage, short of violating the confidentiality of the order. We are artists, scientists, and scholars empowering the same and sharing whatever help we can along your path. We strive to eliminate the mystery surrounding the path to peerage, to find you experts to help you with your subject matter questions, and to tackle ideas about art and the ideals of peerage because we are still learning and growing ourselves. Our upper-level goal is always to help each other become better people, step by step.
Bardic
Bardic Coordinator: Lady Eyvor Sigurdsdottir: kanz.sarah at yahoo.com
There will be a Bardic Circle in the Sanctuary from 11am-4:30pm.
Baronesses Snowflake Station
Their Excellencies Nordskogen: B-and-B@nordskogen.org
Location: Hallway across from the Atrium. See Site Map here. Schedule: 9am-3:15pm
Twelfth Night: A Frosty Fete needs more snowflakes to decorate the event and celebrate the season. Visit the Baronesses Snowflake Station to cut one (or several) out. We will announce the winner of the inspiration prizes (pictured below) for Ages 3-15 and 16+ so don’t forget to write your name and hang in the designated areas.
Gaming Salon
Location: Atrium. See Site Map here.
Gaming Coordinator: Lord Barbat Silviu: bwilly0928 at gmail.com
Schedule: Salon Is Open: 11am-3:30pm Prize Calling: 3:30pm
Come and socialize with some fun, easy to learn games like Glückshaus, Game of the Goose and a quick dice game. There will be fun door prizes for adults and kids as well! So bring your loot/booty/gaming tokens and hang out! There will also be starter bags of loot for those who need them.
Master Armouring Competition
Location: North Hallway. See Site Map here. 9am-4:30pm
Their Royal Majesties of Northshield are holding an armouring competition at Twelfth Night, as originally published in the Northwatch. Please see their words below:
“One of our goals here in Northshield is to reinvigorate the armouring in the Kingdom. Early in His Majesty’s SCA career, the works of what are now Northshield armourers were an inspiration to start armoring. To this end, We will be sponsoring a Royal Armourer’s competition at Nordskogen Twelfth Night. We are looking for works of armour from all time periods, in period materials such as steel, leather, bronze, etc., with documentation including the use in period.”
The prize for the Royal Armourer competition will be a custom ground angle faced tinner’s hammer.
Jumble Sale at Twelfth Night 2025
Jumble Sale Coordinator:
THL Wolfstanus Lightfote: wolfstanuslightfote at gmail.com
Location: Next to the Youth Center. See Site Map here. Schedule: 9am-3pm
Our coordinator, THL Wolfstanus, will be at Olivet Congregational Church, 1850 Iglehart Ave, St. Paul MN, 55104 (the same place rapier practice and social practice is held) on Wednesday nights. If drop off on Wednesday did not work for you, contact him to see if something can be worked out or bring your items to the jumble sale the day of the event.
Martial Activities
Armored Combat
Location: North and Middle Gyms. See Site Map here.
Marshal-in-Charge: Duke Tom Tinntinnabulum; holliday.thomas.71 at gmail.com
Inspections and Authorizations: 9-10am
Geoffrey De Charney Bear Pit Tourney: 11am-2pm
Geoffrey De Charney
In the spirit of Geoffrey De Charney and his book of chivalry: “qui plus fait, mieux vault,” i.e., “he who does more is worth more.” As such, our bearpit tourney will reflect this. The tourney will run from after morning court until 2pm. Take breaks as you wish but as long as the list is open in this time you can fight.
So you might be asking how will this tourney differ from a normal bear pit. Well let me tell you…
Anyone who fights deserves recognition for that and win or lose, they will get 1 point. The following points you also get win or lose depending on what you take out.
If you fight with great weapons you will get 1 additional point.
(This does not count bastard sword. If you fight bastard sword which is 4 feet in length or less, you get 2 points).
If you fight with sword and shield, no additional points as this is the norm.
If you fight 2 stick, you get 1 additional point.
If you fight buckler and sword with buckler no bigger than 18 inches diameter, you get 1 additional point.
If you win 3 fights in a row after the third step off, report your wins and weapon(s) you fought with and also that you won 3 in a row (which will be worth 1 additional point for that feat).
At the end of the tourney, whoever had the most fights gets 10 extra points as they have done more and therefore are worth more.
As an additional item, whoever traveled the furthest will get 10 points. If multiple people have that in common, then they split the points but each will get at least 1 point. (If say, more than 12 people show up from the furthest spot, they all get 1 point but if 2 people did, they would each get 5).
Single Elimination Tourney Ending to the De Charney Tourney: 2-2:30pm
At 2pm, we will add up points and the top eight people points wise will do a single elimination tourney to determine the ultimate winner. Any ties of points to determine the top eight will be resolved by serenade (this will be true in any and all ties). What does that mean? Well, it means that those tied will need to sing for their place. The list persons will determine who they believe was the best singer for each conflict. Songs do not need to be period but if you know a period song, singing that would get you more renown since one would imagine that, given we are in fact a medieval recreation group, those judging said song likely would take that into account.
Ideally, this tourney will give you many possible chances to show your stuff and shake up things enough that the normal suspects will struggle some unless they do more to be worthy of more.
Ettin Tourney: 2:30pm until List Close at 4pm
Two Chiv will be tied together in one large tunic and they will be a two headed Ettin. Each outside arm will have a weapon of the Ettin’s choice. You must kill both Chiv to win. If you kill one, they are grounded to that spot and the dead half must stand still and is no longer a valid target but can spin in place. Legging the Ettin does not drop it to the ground but makes it limp on the first leg and if you get both legs, it is standing but immobile.
To keep with the theme of those who do more are worth more, there will be a choice in how you attempt to get points.
A win versus the Ettin is worth 6 points max. To get those points, you must use a bastard sword or single sword no shield and fight it alone.
However, you may choose to make a 2 person or 3 person team to fight said Ettin. If those teams win, then they split the points. A 2 person team win is 3 points each and if a 3 person team wins, each person gets 2 points. Each fighter will get at most 3 fights versus the Ettin (by yourself or in a team total of 3 fights). The highest point total wins and all ties in this tourney will be resolved via who had a better ratio of points to fights. If that also leads to a tie, we will do single rock, clock, Glaive (aka rock, paper, scissors).
Archery
Marshals-in-Charge:
Master Crispin Fletcher: crispin at aquilafletchery.com
Lady Dagrún Björnsdóttir: sjmishler711 at gmail.com
Schedule:
Inspections: 11am-Noon on Sat., Jan. 18, 2025, outside the Royalty Room
Archery Shoots: 8-10am on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at Bwana Archery
8–8:15am: Set up and Inspections not done on Saturday
8:15–9am: Wyrm Hunt – Save the Golden Griffon!
9–9:45am: Prowess Challenge
9:45–9:50/9:55am: Mini Court
10am: Wrap up and leave
Wyrm Hunt Description:
Our beloved Golden Griffon is being attacked by the wyrms who continue to plague our Kingdom! We must save them as they fly behind our firing line for safety!
Rules: 2-3 rounds (based on amount of archers), 30 second timed round, as many arrows as you can loose safely in that time frame. The target starts at 20 yards and continues to get closer as the time counts down. Breaking the line counts as the target.
To win the hidden golden egg, you must break into the gold, not in the whites of the image.
Scoring: Gold Dragons: 5 points; Silver Dragons: 3 points; Silver Eggs: 1 point;
Hidden Golden Egg: 10 points;
Golden Griffin: Half your total point value for the round (rounded up).
Prowess Challenge Description: TBD
Directions to Bwana Archery:
*Take your best route to I-35E and Little Canada Road (Exit 112).
*From I-35E Northbound: At the top of the exit ramp, turn left onto Little Canada Road.
Then turn right on the frontage road (Country Drive) on the west side of I-35E.
*From I-35E Southbound: At the top of the exit ramp, turn right onto Little Canada Road.
Then turn right on the frontage road (Country Drive) on the west side of I-35E.
*The range is about 1 mile up Country Drive. Look for the large yellow archery sign on your left.
Here’s a link to a map: https://www.facebook.com/pg/BwanaArchery/about/?ref=page_interaln
Rapier Combat
Location: North and Middle Gyms. See Site Map here.
Marshal-in-Charge: Duke Vladimir Radescu; onemadscot at hotmail.com
Schedule
Inspections and Authorizations 9-10am
Pickups Throughout the day, subject to availability
Magic Style Tournament 11am-sometime between Noon and 1pm
Lunch Break 30 minutes between Noon and 1 pm
Bring Your Best Tournament After lunch break until the list closes
List Closes 4:00pm
Descriptions
Magic Style Tournament
Combatants will be paired and fight a best two out of three round and earn points based on the results. Ten points are available per round. A record of 2-0: 10 points; 2-1: 7 points; 1-1: 5 points (resulting from double kills); 1-2: 3 points. As Her Majesty is a fan of cut and thrust, an additional point may be earned by each combatant if they fight their round cut and thrust. At the end of each round, entrant point totals will be calculated and the next pairings will be determined based on point totals. The winner of the tournament will be the individual with the most points at the end of 6 rounds.
Bring Your Best Tournament
The format will be determined by the time available and the number of combatants.
Pick-Ups
Subject to space limitations and marshal availability an area will be available for pick-ups throughout the day. The list will close 1 hour before court.
Youth Boffer
Location: North and Middle Gyms. See Site Map here.
Coordinator: Lord Gospatric de Reynes: PatTRaines at gmail.com
Marshal-in-Charge: Mistress Jois Corbet: corvusjoyous at gmail.com
Schedule:
Inspections and Authorizations 11-11:30am
Kittens & Lava! 11:30am-2pm
Bear Pit 2-4pm
List Closes 4:00pm
Descriptions
Kittens and Lava
Youth combatants will cross a field of lava, rescuing as many kittens as possible, avoiding hazards and dragons. Points will be awarded for killing the dragon, number of rescued kittens, and successful navigation of the field.
(For those of you who haven’t seen it, we have a tarp painted to look like stones with lava flowing between them. Combatants will cross the field by stepping from stone to stone. Kittens will be plush toys, not live kittens. Dragons are combatants who can walk on lava, but who are restricted to a zone halfway across the field. Dragons are typically Division 3 fighters or heavy weapons fighters with Youth Sparring authorizations.)
Bear Pit for Youth
In a bear pit tournament, after the combatants fight, the winner stays in the arena and the loser goes to the back of the line. Combatants wait in line until it is their turn to fight. In all youth combat, if one combatant is in Division 1 (age 6-9) the fight happens with Division 1 rules. If a Division 2 (age 10-13) combatant is fighting a Division 3 fighter, the fight happens with Division 2 rules.
Merchants
Location: Merchants Row in the North Hallway. See Site Map here.
Merchant Coordinator: THL Cehero Oakensword: greygoosebows at gmail.com
Schedule: 9am-5pm; HARD OUT: 8:30pm
List of Confirmed Merchants:
Baron Moose’s Bargain Loot
Also will have the 2024 WW Lost and Found and the WW T-shirts
Chuck Burton Art (Master Tarik)
Destiny et Billy
DuPuy Creations
Gonser Leather
Grey Goose Bows and Mum’s Attic Stash
House Wortham
Lokisson’s Bargain Loot
Orlaith
Sewing Patterns, Ltd.
Tosten’s Pots
Photography
Location: South Gym. See Site Map here.
Schedule
Backdrop Available: 9am-7pm
Photography with James Wyndover: 1:30-2:30pm
Vigil
Location: End of Merchant’s Row Hallway Against the Glass Wall.
See Site Map here.
Time TBD
Baron Geirråðr hersir Kolbeinson will be sitting Vigil and will be Elevated at evening Court to the Order of the Pelican. His Vigil space will be at the end of the merchant’s row hallway against the glass wall. He requests folks to stop by and offer words of wisdom and have a snack.
Youth Activities
Location: Youth Center (Southeast corner) unless otherwise indicated below.
See Site Map here.
Schedule
Find the Sheep! 9am-5pm
The Baroness’s sheep have escaped the barn and are wandering all over Twelfth Night! Hopefully the youthful shepherds will be able to bring them all back safely to the fold! The one who brings back the most will receive a prize with gratitude in evening court.Cookie Decorating in the Atrium 1pm until supplies run out
Storytime with the Dragon and Lady Kristina 2-2:30
The Young at Heart are also welcome.
Board Games, Coloring, Making Paper Snowflakes 9am-5pm
Luncheon
Location: Atrium. See Site Map here.
Coordinators:
Lord Rikkar Fundinn, THL Judith of Northwode; judithofnorthwode at gmail.com
Schedule: Noon-1pm Cost: $5 Limit: 125
NOTICE: There are quite a few open luncheon slots available to buy at Gate!!
Menu: Twice Baked Cheddar Cheese Potato; Salisbury Style Meatballs with Gravy; Artisan Bread & Butter; Cheese Selection; Preserved Fruits; Nuts & Crackers;
Vegetarian Option: Minestrone Soup.
GENERAL NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Come Meet the Magic of Scribal Art!
Greetings, friends! Our February 12th Social Gathering is all about the scribal arts—come and dive into the beauty and charm of medieval manuscripts with us!
What to Expect:
- Artistic Creations: Try your hand at painting pre-designed art pieces inspired by medieval illumination.
- Calligraphy Fun: Experiment with period-style calligraphy and craft Valentine sayings.
- Scribal Inspiration: Explore a variety of scribal examples showcasing the beauty and intricacy of this historic craft.
- Extant Works: Browse through period books and view examples of manuscripts to fuel your creativity.
Whether you’re a practiced scribe or just curious to give it a try, this is a chance to play with ink and paint while exploring the magic of medieval art.
We can’t wait to see you there—let’s create, learn, and have some fun together.
When: February 12th at 7 PM
Where: Our regular Wednesday meeting site at Olivet Congregational Church
Questions? PM our Seneschal, THL Judith of Northwode, at https://www.facebook.com/sara.tardy or email her at: seneschal@nordskogen.org
Announcement of The Reinstated Baronial Calendar on the Nordskogen Webpage
At Their Excellencies’ request, Baroness Coelwen and I have reinstated and updated the Baronial calendar originally created by Baron Oswald Frank. You can find a link to it in the menu at the top of the Baronial webpage or click on this link to go directly to the calendar.
Notice From the Knight Marshall To All Armored Combatants
All Armored Combatants and Those Who Enjoy Armored Combat,
Please remember to sign-up through the MPRB website.
Doing this, along with our weekly sign-in at the park, ensures we continue to get use of the rec building at no cost.
Please go to the link below and register for the #5726 Armored Combat class. (if you have a login already, this is quick, if not you can create a login relatively quickly)
YIS, Fergus
https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/…/activity/searc
Donations to the Barony
Thank you, donors! If you would like to donate and help us to stay financially strong, send a check by mail to W. Lloyd Hudson, 18281 84th Ave N., Maple Grove, MN, 55311. Checks should be made out to: SCA, Inc.—Barony of Nordskogen.
Nordskogen Makes The TV News
Maury Glover has done a story segment on us. Here is the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQkJpj_j0V8
Nordskogen Baronial Trim Is Available at Calontir Trim!
If you would like to get some of the lovely trim depicted above, here is the link to the website.
Weekly Silent Herald / ASL Practice Every Thursday via Zoom
Want to brush up on your signing skills? All sign levels are welcome. The Silent Herald / ASL Practice Session is a repeating weekly Zoom meeting. We practice every Thursday evening starting at 9pm Eastern (8pm Central, 7pm Mountain, 6pm Pacific). Contact Maestra Suzanne at Suzanne Booth via Facebook Messenger if you need the link to the practice session.
Maestra Suzanne de la Ferté, Society Silent Herald Deputy
The Signorotti Membership Assistance Fund
From the sca.org website
In response to suggestions from our community, the Society has set up a donation fund to support those participants who may find it difficult to continue their memberships.
Members of our community can request assistance from our Corporate Office to purchase or renew memberships using this fund, named in honor of Renee Signorotti who recently retired after heading up the SCA’s Membership Office for over 40 years.
To submit a request for membership assistance, follow the instructions here. SCA Membership will be treated confidentially.
To make a donation: Donations are tax-deductible. Online payments are accepted, or you can mail your donation to the address below. All contributions to the Signorotti Fund will be dedicated for Membership Assistance.
Donate online to the Signorotti Membership Assistance Fund.
PayPal and credit/debit cards accepted.
DONATE ONLINE
If sending a check, please make it payable to SCA, Inc., and mail to: SCA Inc., Attn: The Signorotti Fund, P.O. Box 611928, San Jose, CA 95161. For more information, please email membership@sca.org.
A LIST OF SOME ONLINE GATHERINGS OF INTEREST TO SCA FOLK
*–Facebook Group. All times are Central Time unless otherwise noted.
An updated version of this list can be found at the link above.
Nordskogen
*Nordskogen Social Practice Online, 7-8:30 pm (may run longer)
Next online social practice: Wed., Feb. 19th, 2025 (business meeting at 7:30pm).
Join us for an online gathering via Zoom. The meeting invitation will be posted in a pinned post in the Facebook discussion group at the link above and also will be posted to our Baronial email discussion group. Please remember that you are muted when you join in. Video is encouraged but not required. Drop in and out as you wish.
Nordskogen on Discord
After that, you can follow this link and see messages on the Nordskogen Channel.
Nordskogen Special Interest Facebook Groups
Barony of Nordskogen Discussion Group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/Nordskogen
Canton of Nordleigh
https://www.facebook.com/groups/Nordleigh
Nordskogen Archery
https://www.facebook.com/groups/304828682244883
Nordskogen Armoured Combat
https://www.facebook.com/groups/Nordskogen.armored
Nordskogen Dancers
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1587325938146072
Nordskogen Group Camping
https://www.facebook.com/groups/7456272577774535
Nordskogen Rapier Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/nordskogen.fencing
Nordskogen Thrown Weapons
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1697917837116667
Northshield
Northshield Activities, Classes and Events
Northshield on Discord
After that, you can follow this link and see messages on the Northshield Unofficial Discord Server.
Virtual A&S Display—Entries from the June 1, 2024 Northshield Arts and Sciences Competition
Northshield Royal Activities, Courts, and Events Send in award recommendations!
*Their Royal Majesties of Northshield’s Website
*Their Royal Highnesses’ Website
Past Ethereal and Live Northshield Courts Available Online. Recordings of live courts are double starred.
Ethereal Coronation, April 18, 2020
Schützenfest and Mermaids Retreat, May 29, 2020
Border Skirmish, Castle Fever, Castel Rouge 50th, June 13, 2020
Warriors and Warlords, July 11, 2020
All Garbed Up and Nowhere To Go, Aug. 22, 2020
Venturing Forth, September 26, 2020
It’s the GREAT Nordfest, Charlie Brúnn, Oct. 24, 2020
SUN Court, Saturday, November 14, 2020
Boar’s Head Court–This Little Piggie Stayed Home, Sat., Dec. 5, 2020
Elevation of Eyja Bassadóttir to the Order of the Laurel, Sunday, December 20, 2020
Queen’s Prize, Saturday, February 13, 2021
Royal Birthday Court, Saturday, April 10
Feast of the Venerable Bede, May 22
**Elevation of Dane of Needham to the Order of Chivalry, June 12, 2021
**Courts at Northshield Spring Crown Tourney and Crown Tourney Itself, June 19, 2021
Royal Court at Wishes and Waiting, Sunday, July 11, 2 p.m.
**The Final Court of Elis and Ciaran and Fall Coronation of Hans and Genevieve, Saturday, September 11, 2021Fall Crown Tournament and Associated Courts, Saturday, October 9, 2021
**Fall Crown Tournament: Morning Court and Tournament, Saturday, October 9, 2021
**Fall Crown Tournament: Evening Court, Saturday, October 9, 2021
Royal Court at the Feast of Isabelle, Saturday, February 26, 2022
**Spring Crown Tournament, Saturday, May 14, 2022
**Spring Crown Tournament: Afternoon Court, Saturday, May 14, 2022
**Crown Tournament: Saturday, September 10, 2022
**Fall Coronation: Saturday, September 10, 2022
**Fall Crown: Saturday, October 8, 2022
Northshield Special Interest Facebook Groups
Anglo-Saxons of Northshield and Friends
https://www.facebook.com/groups/279315155938918
The Army of Northshield
https://www.facebook.com/groups/656097414404272/
Artillery Arts Martial in Northshield
https://www.facebook.com/groups/144334776010909
Clan Blue Feather
https://www.facebook.com/groups/683301623830034
Companions of the Stellar Hart (Northshield Courtesans)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/NorthshieldCourtesans
Kingdom of Northshield Glass Workers
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1529244790687790
Northshield Arts and Sciences
https://www.facebook.com/groups/532690726749947
Northshield Bards
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1552940374967878
Northshield Barter and Trade
https://www.facebook.com/groups/469057956444539
Northshield Brewer’s Guild
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1702958423277864/
Northshield College of Heralds
https://www.facebook.com/groups/308940499761457
Northshield College of Scribes
https://www.facebook.com/groups/107714786015764
Northshield Combat Archery/Siege
https://www.facebook.com/groups/569152006574803
Northshield Cooks
https://www.facebook.com/groups/706755262740309
Northshield Early Music
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1219008355459586
Northshield Equestrians
https://www.facebook.com/groups/111719882243075
Northshield Farming Guild
https://www.facebook.com/groups/855993841238202/
Northshield Hand of Tyr
https://www.facebook.com/groups/NShandoftyr
Northshield History
https://www.facebook.com/NorthshieldHistory
Northshield “I Am No Bro” Interdisciplinary Fighter Squadron
https://www.facebook.com/groups/iamnobro/
The Northshield Inn
https://www.facebook.com/groups/462797700463779/
Northshield Moneyer’s Guild
https://www.facebook.com/groups/477072765762866/
Northshield Rebated Steel Group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/220595020772855
Northshield Youth Boffer Combat
https://www.facebook.com/groups/479972685536766
Unofficial Northshield Forester’s Guild
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1247898808582127/
Greater SCA
Lists of Events and Classes–General
SCA Classes On YouTube (List maintained by Countess Jehanette)
Events and Classes–Ongoing
Dahrien’s List of Online Bardic Circles
East Kingdom/Midrealm Bardic Showcase, a [post] Pennsic tradition, 2020 Ed.
On YouTube
Known World Chatelaine Symposium 2023—YouTube Playlist of 27 videos
Known World Heraldic and Scribal Symposium
Meridies Open Social Zoom, Tuesdays, 5pm-Midnight, Central Time—Link to Schedule
Pennsic 50 House Sans Nomen Concert
*Royal University of the Midrealm (RUM) On YouTube
SCA Board of Directors Quarterly Meetings on YouTube
SCA Iberia Webpage and YouTube Channel
*SCA Online Virtual Bardic Night
*SCA Virtual Classroom and Artisan Display
Silent Herald / ASL Practice 8pm (Central) Every Thurs. via Zoom.
Send a Facebook message to Suzanne Booth for link.
Sunday Night With The Scribes
(more info. on individual sessions under Individual Events–One Time below)
Sunday Night with the Scribes is an evening spent in the company of other Scribal Arts folks from around the Known World. Whether you’re here to learn a skill, share your success or simply hang out with your Art friends, there is room at the table for you. Come for the Community, Stay for the Art!
Extended calendar, class times for multiple time zones, event descriptions, and zoom links are at the link above. Zoom opens at 6p Central and the classes start at 7p Central. It’s also a great place to share your work and group think solutions and ideas.
*Viking Klan Zebitz’s Facebook Page
They do Viking era recreations. Of particular interest are their Winter Viking Experiments which they have been carrying out for several years. Search “Winter Viking Experiments” on their Facebook page for photos, videos, and comments.
Virtual Known World Arts and Sciences Display from 2021—A Pennsic Activity
Virtual Pennsic University courses are available on their YouTube channel.
West Kingdom’s Past and Future Newcomer 101 Classes
Go to westkingdom.org Click on Calendars. Then click on Activities. Scroll through for the various Newcomer 101 classes. Click on them to get information and meeting links and the programs web link. You can even add to your own electronic calendar. Visit/Subscribe to the West Kingdom YouTube Channel to see the taped versions when they are posted after the fact. The Newcomer 101 Classes have been gathered together in their own YouTube playlist.
Events and Classes—One Time
Tabletweavers Tea, A Zoom Event on Sunday, January 19, 2025, 7-9pm Central
All tablet weavers and narrow-ware people both in and out of the SCA are more than welcome to join us on Zoom at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82224827885… If you are running late still pop in and see if we are still around. We often run over time
Known World Accessibility, Inclusion, & Belonging Symposium (KWAIBS), Online Sat., 1/18/25, 11am-7pm Central
The Known World Accessibility, Inclusion, and Belonging Symposium (KWAIBS) is a virtual educational event with classes, demos, and social activities for those interested in learning about the SCA Core Values of acting with fairness and practicing inclusiveness. Magnifica Gianna Alberti (Gigi Belladonna) and Barunin Gera Gangolffin (Jeri Sisco) are co-stewarding this first, virtual SCA KWAIBS. It is a multi-track educational event with classes, panels, and social activities to share knowledge. This event is sponsored by Costumers of Color, Inc and Voice of Color. This symposium is a follow up to the 2024 An Tir virtual SCA DEIB Collegium which had over 500 attendees with every kingdom in the known world represented.
The KWAIBS will be held virtually via Zoom & YouTube on January 18, 2025 from 11am-7pm Central Time. Classes and panels will be in 3 formats: 10–20-minute chats, 45–60-minute presentations, and 90-120-minute keystone talks. Classes/panels will be attended either live in real time via zoom or viewed on YouTube at your leisure the day of the event.
To become an instructor or lead a panel for this event: Submit your class/panel idea for consideration via this form. If selected, your class description and instructor bio will be featured on this website.
Existing videos can also be submitted as classes. Potential instructors who do not have a YouTube channel may be hosted as guests by another instructor. Please subtitle your videos for accessibility.
Use the hashtags #KWAIBS and #SCAAIB when posting or searching about this event on social media.
Registration is now LIVE! Please click the link below to register. Your email address is important – it is where Zoom will send you your confirmation and meeting link. Also, please note that your confirmation email could drop into a spam or other folder. https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUvdOutrDMrGd01IcRQUTEx9HpMpLzaSPZK
Note that you will receive your confirmation within 24 hours, as we are manually reviewing all registrations in a valiant attempt to prevent any disruptions on meeting day.
We’re looking forward to seeing you online during the Collegium! If you have any questions, please email SCAbelonging@gmail.com, or message Barunin Gera (Jeri Sisco) or me. Magnifica Gianna Alberti, OL, OP, Co-Steward, AIB Symposium
Newcomers Welcome to the Society for Creative Anachronism, Tuesday, 1-21-25, 7pm Central
Welcome to the Society for Creative Anachronism. A thousand hobbies in one – Brief Intro and then Questions and Answers with Ottar Surtrson, Society Chatelaine. 7pm Central, USA via Zoom. Zoom information will be posted at the link above the evening of the session.
Virtual Known World Heralds and Scribes, Jan 24-26, 2025
We have over 50 classes submitted, as well as a really interesting keynote speaker lined up, along with the usual Principal Heralds and Submissions Heralds meetings and two Laurel Roadshows. Here is a link to the list of classes. Please note that the times given are Eastern Standard Time.
Pre-registration for vKWHSS is open! While registration is not required, those who register will get a link via email a couple of days ahead of the event. We will not be posting the link to social media and the website until the day of to cut down on spam. Please sign up via the following link: https://bit.ly/vKWHSS2025_Registration
Drachenwald Online Kingdom University, Jan. 24-26, 2025, Starting at 11am Central Time on the 24th
It’s time once again for Drachenwald’s online university so above is the link to the event website. Please note that you will need to join the Drachenwald kingdom discussion group on Facebook if you wish to see the information there.
University of Atlantia—Online, Saturday & Sunday, February 2 & 3, 2025
Calling for classes from ALL KINGDOMS!
* Student Registration begins: January 3
* Student Registration closes: January 29
Link to the current catalog: https://university.atlantia.sca.org/catalog.php
Link to registration instructions: https://university.atlantia.sca.org/register.php
Virtual AECademy 2025, Sunday, February 16, 2025, 10am-4pm
Virtual AECademy 2025 will be hosted by the Aethelmearc Clothiers Guild on Sunday, February 16, 2025 from 10am to 4pm. Teachers of all topics are encouraged to register at https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSdx5dxtkvk…/viewform…
This year will feature a special “cloth and clothing” track in addition to regularly scheduled programming.
Access information for the virtual sessions, as well as schedule and class descriptions, will be published prior to the event on Facebook and email. For more information, contact the Virtual AEcademy Autocrat at Magnifica Fede di Fiore at clothiers_guild@aethelmearc.org
Northshield Officers Week—Classes Online Via Zoom—Monday, Feb. 17-Friday, Feb. 21, 2025
It has been nine years since the last Officers’ Day. To make up for lost time, we are not going to have an Officer Day, we’re going to have an Officers’ Week! Five days of meetings, two meetings per evening. All from the comfort of home online. And for free.
This is an opportunity for kingdom and local officers to meet one another, discussions matters related to the offices and receive training. This is also an excellent opportunity for gentles who are interested in learning about an office, either at the local or kingdom levels, to learn what is involved.
Monday, February 17
7 pm- The Royal Family
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87188230765?pwd=7r5Ub4HwmxOh2YgAzn3kKuYoAWttmE.1
Meeting ID: 871 8823 0765 Passcode: 829550
8:15 pm- Webministers
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88099945365?pwd=OnaNHaZyru70r5Og57DwUGylnFuJit.1
Meeting ID: 880 9994 5365 Passcode: 735539
Tuesday, February 18
7 pm- Exchequers
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84347827915?pwd=2ie6M78KVa7A3Wzp8oem3reZXYTZq9.1
Meeting ID: 843 4782 7915 Passcode: 846410
Wednesday, February 19
7 pm- Marshallate
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87314018663?pwd=AULzONzmgzoqYPMYep4UafPyyXKJ3k.1
Meeting ID: 873 1401 8663 Passcode: 077193
8:15 pm- Chatelaines
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87090157639?pwd=5vT19CrHZzg7asiLwccsaaXifInwLN.1
Meeting ID: 870 9015 7639 Passcode: 527239
Thursday, February 20
7 pm- Heralds
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84978741628?pwd=QoKWLsYizVBvntpgyH1KvAziPEOYya.1
Meeting ID: 849 7874 1628 Passcode: 650001
8:15 pm- Chroniclers & Social Media Officers
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83854308581?pwd=p3m43oIAnrzJGHHxrWIRcBtI1MawA3.1
Meeting ID: 838 5430 8581 Passcode: 382591
Friday, February 21
7 pm- Seneschals
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88222317309?pwd=8GcvWuuJzDFfnLhqlrR70m2mH77oWG.1
Meeting ID: 882 2231 7309 Passcode: 763954
8:15 pm- Ministers of Arts & Sciences
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89644710724?pwd=E9dbd0pScjh4aSDslICGFWsBrd39iC.1
Meeting ID: 896 4471 0724 Passcode: 568030
Through the Looking Glass: A Virtual Costuming Competition—Entries Due by February 22, 2025
The Aethelmearc Clothiers Guild is hosting a virtual costuming competition, “Through the Looking Glass”. Entries will be judged online, and participants are invited to join us for an in-person display at a TBD future Aethelmearc event. We encourage participants of all skill levels! Out of Kingdom entries are welcome.
The Challenge: Choose any piece of artwork featuring an outfit, then recreate that ensemble (clothing, jewelry, accessories) as faithfully as possible using that piece of art as your primary source of inspiration.
For more information about competition rules and instructions please visit tinyurl.com/LookingGlass24!
Sunday Night with the Scribes
– Zoom opens at 6pm Central; Classes run from 7-9pm Central; Zoom Closes at 10pm Central.
– The Zoom address for the sessions is https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89540958886
Please note: a Hastings Lock is used for the password for the Zoom Room.
Message them at the Facebook link below if you need the Lock.
– FB Page (Zoom links can be found here): https://www.facebook.com/ScribalSunday
– Webpage: https://scribal.art/
Includes Google Calendars for many time zones. Zoom links are in each calendar entry.
Sunday, Jan. 19–Oops! The Mistakes Class with Sigridr galdrakona Gala Eiriksdottir
We all make mistakes – but fixing them takes some talent and experience. So join Sigridr for her class on fixing mistakes beautifully!!
Sunday, Jan. 26–Bring It and Fix it Evening With Hellen of Haldane
Bring it and Fix it evening. Tools, work, designs – bring them to show and share and get help with Hellen of Haldane and the SNWTS.
Sun., Feb. 2–A Day in the Studio of Cornelis Vermeulen: An Artisan’s Life in a Flemish Studio with Soo Yuan
Be inspired by Flemish art and design as Soo Yuan takes us on a tour of the studio of the famous artist Cornelis Vermeulen.
Sunday, Feb. 9–Rotational Symmetry in Islamic Illumination – A Calligraphy Study Class with Li Xia
Learn to design your own Islamic-inspired patterns in this hands-on workshop. No drawing skill required… seriously! While this class will be focused on designs for scribes, this class is for anyone who may be interested in how to make symmetrical designs for any project. Please have the following materials on hand: geometry set (compass / protractor / ruler); pencil; eraser; blank drawing paper; tracing paper or onion skin. Please note: This class is all about hands-on creation of original designs. There will be no lecture or documentation provided. Learning outcomes: Be able to use geometry / drafting tools; Be able to create original designs; Be able to use the designs in projects.
Sunday, Feb. 16–Stencil Class with Ellen de Lacey
Join Ellen for an introduction to stenciling and best practices.
Sunday, Feb. 23–Wordsmithing 101 with Aislinn Chiabach
“On the composing of Kingdom Award documents, colloquially known as scrolls.” Wordsmithing of a scroll is a practical application of poetry and prose of the pre-17th century culture we emulate in the SCA. This will be an in depth look into Wordsmithing which is an integral part of the collaborative art of the scroll which includes Calligraphy, Illumination, Wordsmithing and the Presentation. We’ll discuss the required information: The Royals; the Kingdom; the Recipient’s name; the Award name; Event Information; and Specific Information About the Recipient (if there is space). This class will look at the different kinds of awards and finally a more in depth discussion on the most commonly used form.
SCA Individuals
(The Wrong) and Honorable Master Dahrien Cordell’s Online Bardic Circle via Zoom
*Meeting ID: * 850-6206-6750 Passcode: 1 (yes, just that single digit)
Join in browser or installed Zoom app/program: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85062066750
Join by Skype for Business: https://us02web.zoom.us/skype/85062066750
The next bardic circle will be Thurs.., 1/23/25, starting at 6pm, Central Time (official start)
[Sometimes he opens things early, though.]
End: When his last bardic playmates leave him.
Website of Dúgū Jìnán (Kasia Gromek)
Duke Tom’s Fighting Videos Including fighting in the snow in January 2023.
Magistrissa Anna Dokeianina Syrakousina/Angela Costello-Perrone Moves Into The Digital World
If you have any questions about anything in this newsletter, please feel free to contact the Chronicler at: 651-699-0714 (before 10 pm) or at chronicler@nordskogen.org
This is the January 18, 2025 online issue of The Nib, (formerly This Week in the SCA in the Twin Cities), a publication of the Barony of Nordskogen of the Society of Creative Anachronism, Inc. This issue is available from Susan Henry, 258 Griggs St. S, Saint Paul, MN 55105 and www.nordskogen.northshield.org. It is not a corporate publication of the Society for Creative Anachronism, Inc. and does not delineate SCA, Inc. policies.
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