East Kingdom Gazette

Covering the Eastern Realm of the SCA

Q&A with Chirurgeon in Charge at Pennsic

by East Kingdom Gazette

EKOFFICERS_chiurgeon_colorThis is a series of Q&A articles the Gazette is conducting with members of the Pennsic staff.

The Chirurgeonate provide first aid at Society events, which is a significant undertaking at Pennsic. Viscountess Caoilfhionn nic Dairmid is the Chirurgeon in Charge at Pennsic.

What Pennsic activities does your office cover?
I am the Chirurgeon in Charge, and report to the DM for Event Services. As such my office covers organizing first aid and assisting EMS should they wish it. (more…)

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Advance Peek at Pennsic Classes

by East Kingdom Gazette

Would you like to to see what classes are being offered at Pennsic this year?  You don’t have to wait to get a booklet.  The schedule is online now.  Pennsic University has a webpage where you can view the information in a variety of online and downloadable formats.  When you go to the webpage, click …

Third Quarter Board Meeting

by East Kingdom Gazette

The SCA’s Board of Directors will hold its third quarter board meeting on July 13, 2013 at Mt. Olive Church on 1989 E Calaveras Blvd in Milpitas, California.  The meeting starts at 9:00 a.m and those attending are asked to wear modern clothing. Questions about the meeting should be sent to ea@sca.org.

Lady of the Rose Tourney at Pennsic War

by East Kingdom Gazette

Good afternoon Ladies and Gentleman, Duchess Seonaid and I are proud to be hosting the Known Worlde Ladies of the Rose Tournament at Pennsic this year. The tournament will be on Wednesday, July 31st, from 12 – 3 at the East Kingdom Pavilion. We have two favors to ask of you all – we will …

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Classes at GNEW-U

by East Kingdom Gazette

master with students - florence mascomini 1492There will be many classes to choose from at the University at the upcoming Great Northeastern War XXVI!

Friday, July 12, 2013

  • Lucien de Wyntre – So You Wanna be a Fencing Marshal?
  • Anita – Make your own Soapstone Suported Spindle
  • Skye St. Andrews – Making Clover Honey
  • Arastorm – Palmistry
  • Petra of Winding Waters – China in Period Bingo
  • Elgiva Wilhelm – Constructing the Kirtle: a class on drafting a timeless pattern (more…)
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Poetry Day at Pennsic

by East Kingdom Gazette

To all Poets, and aspiring Poets of the Knowne World! You are cordially invited to participate in Poetry Day at Artisan’s Row on Monday, July 29th at Pennsic!! Please bring your poetry displays and plan on doing some presentations and meet aspiring poets throughout the day. We can share/perform our poetry–Anything Goes–at this wonderful day …

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East Kingdom College of Performers meeting at Pennsic

by East Kingdom Gazette

Bonjour mes amis! The East Kingdom College of Performers (a guild of entertainers of all kinds) will be meeting at Pennsic on Thursday, Aug. 1, from 10am to 11am in the EK Royal Encampment. Members and all interested parties are warmly invited to gather for light refreshments, mingling, and the following specific business items: – …

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East Kingdom Exchequers Roundtable meeting at Pennsic

by sdoner2

  Greetings There will be East Kingdom Exchequers Roundtable meeting at Pennsic.   This meeting will occur on Wednesday, July 31at 4:00 PM in A&S 7. This is an opportunity for exchequers, or those who would like to become an exchequer, to meet, discuss concerns or issues and ask questions. Training will be available if …

A Sign for Entertaine​rs – Mug the Gate

by sdoner2

Ever wish there was a way to have wandering performers, entertainers, and bards know that your fire or camp is entertainer-friendly?  Fret  no more! A symbol has arisen to help keep your camp entertained –  simply hang a mug bedecked with ribbons from your camp gate. This indicates that when the mug is hanging, performers …