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Bids sought for SCA 50th Anniversary Celebration
The Society for Creative Anachronism is seeking bids for the 50th Year Anniversary Celebration of its founding in 1966.
Dziuginte Litovka elevated to Pelican at East Kingdom Twelfth Night
Principal Herald Baron Rowen Cloteworthy reports that Their Majesties Gregor and Kiena of the Kingdom of the East offered entry into the Order of the Pelican to Lady Dziuginte Litovka at Their recent Twelfth Night in the Barony of Carillion.
East Kingdom 12th Night 2012 photos online
Cateline la broderesse reports that she has created an album of photos from 12th Night 2012 which took place recently in the Kingdom of the East. The photos are available on PicasaWeb.
Applicants sought for position of Society Webminister
The Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) is seeking candidates for the position of Society Webminister.
Applicants sought for position of Compleat Anachronist Art Director
The Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) is seeking candidates for the position of Compleat Anachronist Art Director. The Compleat Anachronist is a monograph series, published four times a year, with each 56- to 60-page issue focusing on one topic.
Juliana Foxcroft elevated to Laurel in Northshield
Master Andrixos reports that THL Juliana Foxcroft has been placed on vigil to join the Order of the Laurel by Their Majesties Vladimir and Petranella of the Kingdom of Northshield.
Ogle Castle up for sale for nearly UK£2m
Those with an extra UK£1.79m may wish to purchase Ogle Castle, near Ponteland in Northumberland, England, one of the oldest inhabited buildings in the country. Bo Boanas, owner of the castle, says he doesn't believe the building is haunted, despite its violent past. (photo)
Medieval mystery writer researches by doing
Writer Jeri Westerson of Menifee, California loves the Middle Ages, particularly the world of Crispin Guest, her "ex-knight turned detective on the mean streets of fourteenth century London." Scott Butki, of the Seattle P-I has an interview.
Historical Christmas celebrations in London
Countess Alys Katharine reports that two sets of photos of Christmas interpretations, taken by British photographer and historical interpreter "spiral_tower," are available on Flickr.
Board of Directors seeks nominations for new Directors
Service takes all forms in our Society. The Board of Directors for the Society for Creative Anachronism is asking for your assistance in nominating qualified candidates for a very special kind of service - that as a member of the SCA, Inc. Board of Directors.
Board of Directors seeks comments on same-gender consort proposal
Leslie Luther-Fulton, Executive Assistant to the Board of Directors, has published an announcement requesting comments on a proposed change to the Governing Documents that would allow same-gender couples to enter Royal Lists.
Ancient stone may hold the fate of modern London
The Stone of Scone and the Tower Ravens may have some competition. A fight has broken out over the fate of London's Stone of Brutus. A development company wants to relocate the stone, while tradition holds that, "So long as the Stone of Brutus is safe, so long will London flourish."
Emma Dansmeyla placed on vigil in Ealdormere
Martin reports that Their Majesties Quilliam and Dagmar of the Kingdom of Ealdormere have placed Emma Dansmeyla on vigil to contemplate elevation to the Order of the Laurel. The announcement was made at Septentrian 12th night.
"Cumbrian Dragon" may have belonged to a knight
A stunning miniature of a 15th century knight slaying a dragon has been found in Carlisle, England. The cast silver gilt piece is of high quality and thought to be a piece of jewelery rather than a pilgrim's badge.
NH Make-A-Wish Foundation builds castle for young boy
The Make-A-wish Foundation (New Hampshire) built a castle - in his backyard - for young David Marasco, who "has a rare disease called desmoid fibromatosis."
The Queen's Servants: a review
On the blog KimikoSews, the author offers a detailed review of the book The Queen's Servants by Caroline Johnson which focusses on clothing of the serving class in Tudor England.
Medieval Barn Is Saved
Built in 1426 to store grain, the medieval Harmondsworth Barn is as large as a cathedral nave, and still has the marks from the carpenters and masons who constructed it. English Heritage has added it to its national collection which includes Stonehenge and parts of Hadrian's Wall.
Rappin' to Chaucer with Baba Brinkman
Canadian Baba Brinkman is a performer - and a scholar of medieval literature. He combined both in a recent one-man show, The Canterbury Tales Remixed, which set the Chaucer’s 14th-century work to original hip-hop songs. Catherine Rampell of the New York Times, has a review.
“Ornament of the World” depicted in video on Moorish Spain
A medieval German traveler once described Granada, in Moorish Spain, as the “Ornament of the World.” A video posted on the Moroccan Design website showcases the beauty and enlightment of the region.
The glorious Sistine Chapel
Long to travel to Italy to study its Renaissance Art, but can't afford the travel expenses? Take a trip to the Vatican and see the wonders of the Sistine Chapel - virtually.
