June 28 Shire Mtg – Virtual Only

EVERYONE is welcome to attend and encouraged to participate!

WHEN
Sunday, June 28, 2020, 1:00 PM

WHERE
Due to ongoing concerns related to COVID-19 and the directives of Her Majesty, we’ll hold this monthly meeting solely on Google Hangouts Meet.

To join the video meeting, use this link: https://meet.google.com/jmx-youh-ium
Otherwise, to join by phone, dial +1 971-248-6912 and user PIN: 682 596 951#
To view more phone numbers, click this link: https://tel.meet/jmx-youh-ium?hs=5

For Google Hangouts Meet training and help, visit: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720?hl=en

MEETING NOTES
Located on the Caer Adamant website under The Shire, Shire Business.

QUESTIONS
Contact Seneschal (Lady Aoife inghean Donnchaidh) by email to seneschal@caer-adamant.eastkingdom.org.

Vol Opp – Folklore Friday Storyteller at GBM

Hello Caer Adamant!  Our friends at Greenbank Mills are seeking volunteers to help with their Folklore Friday program.  If you’re willing to develop and tell local stories, or tangentially related ones, for digital presentation as part of the program, they want to hear from you!

While SCA’s time period is quite a while before GBM’s period of interpretation (1790-1830), there could be some stretch with tales or songs about weaving/spinning, about sheep, traditional drinking songs that would have extended into the period, tales immigrant communities may have brought with them (thinking of Irish lore, German fairy tales and so on).  By way of example, one volunteer recently presented a session focused on folk tunes of the American Colonial Period.

View two Folklore Friday programs on Greenbank Mill’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KLotxnmyGts (it will be a playlist).

If interested in volunteering, please contact Alli Schell at a.schell@greenbankmill.com.  Alli will walk you through things like how to introduce the program, how long it should be, what it should look like, format and all that.  Thank you!

Deputy MoAS North

Question from our Seneschal on Financial Support for Shire Wars

Hi All,

We have been asked to consider financially supporting Shire Wars, an event to be hosted by the Shire of Blak Rose on October 18-20, 2020 in Jonestown, PA.

The deadline for our decision is May 15. As that falls between Shire meetings and is a financial commitment, I plan to put it to an officer vote. If you have any questions / concerns / comments, please contact me or any officer by Sunday afternoon or as soon as possible.

–Review the Shire Wars IX Event Prospectus, which explains the event and financial responsibility.

–View discussion on the subject on the Shire Facebook page.

Lady Aoife inghean Donnchaidh, Seneschal
seneschal@caer-adamant.eastkingdom.org

Apr 26 Shire Meeting – Virtual

EVERYONE is welcome to attend and encouraged to participate!

WHEN
Sunday, April 26, 2020, 1:00 PM

WHERE
Due to concerns related to COVID-19 and the directives of Her Majesty, we’ll hold the monthly meeting on Google Hangouts Meet.

To join the video meeting, click this link: https://meet.google.com/jmx-youh-ium
Otherwise, to join by phone, dial +1 971-248-6912 and enter this PIN: 682 596 951#
To view more phone numbers, click this link: https://tel.meet/jmx-youh-ium?hs=5

For Hangouts Meet training and help, visit: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720?hl=en

MEETING NOTES
Located on the Caer Adamant website under The Shire, Shire Business.

QUESTIONS
Contact Seneschal, Lady Aoife inghean Donnchaidh, by email to seneschal@caer-adamant.eastkingdom.org.

Mar. 15 Shire Meeting

EVERYONE is welcome to attend and participate!  Dress is modern (no garb please).

WHEN
Sunday, March 15, 2020, 1:00 – 2:00 PM

WHERE
UPDATE: This meeting will be virtual. Our Shire Facebook page is the best resource for up-to-the-minute information.
Dover Public Library, 35 Loockerman Plaza, Dover DE 19901

SOCIAL (food before)
We may gather to socialize over food before the meeting.  Our Shire Facebook page is the best resource for up-to-the-minute information.

MEETING NOTES
Located on the Caer Adamant website under The Shire, Shire Business.

QUESTIONS
Contact Seneschal (Lady Aoife inghean Donnchaidh) by email to seneschal@caer-adamant.eastkingdom.org.

Mar. 3 A&S Cordials & Concentrates

Greetings!  Join us for this monthly, informal gathering where we work on A & S projects together.  Come with your own project or learn something new!  Dress is modern.

WHEN
Tuesday, March 3, 2020 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm.

WHERE
The home of Baroness Hedewigis, 1604 Old Wilmington Road, Hockessin, DE 19707.

CORDIALS & CONCENTRATES
We will be discussing (if a teacher is found) cordials and concentrates. Otherwise please bring a project to work on.  If you are looking for ideas for embroidery projects, Lady Kateline Hicch would be glad to bring a few resources.

JOIN US!
Hope to see you there starting the new year learning something new!

EVERY MONTH
Baroness Hedewigis hosts an A&S Night on the first Tuesday of every month starting at 7:00 pm.  Contact Baroness Hedewigis 302-239-9787 if you have trouble getting to her home, which is a modified red barn.  Carpooling to the site is highly encouraged.

Monthly Mtg Date Survey

Hello Friends,

During the February Shire meeting, I let everyone know that I work every other weekend and, much of the time, my weekend to work falls on the third weekend of the month (which is our typical meeting weekend).

So, our meeting date may need to change. 

Please participate in this survey to help us determine when it would be most convenient for people to attend future meetings.  (Answer Survey)

We will continue to alternate the meeting location each month (between north and south sites).

Yours in Service,
Aoife
Shire Seneschal 2020-2021

Feb. 16 Shire Meeting VOTING

EVERYONE is welcome.  Dress is modern (no garb please).

WHERE / WHEN 
Iron Hill Museum, 1355 Old Baltimore Pike, Newark, DE 19702 (1:00-2:00 PM)

VOTING FOR OFFICERS
Pursuant to our Bylaws, a vote will be taken at this meeting to fill the offices of Seneschal, Chatelaine, and Minister of Arts & Sciences for the 2020-2021 term.

CAN’T MAKE THE MEETING IN PERSON?
Submit your vote by Absentee Ballot before the meeting starts.

POTLUCK SOCIAL (at 12-Noon)
Ellie says we have the space for the day so, how’s about a POTLUCK at 12p at Iron Hill Museum? Bring whatever is easy and tasty! Want to grab a veggie platter at the grocery store? Sure! Bagels and cream cheese? We’ll eat ’em! Maybe a crockpot of something yummy? Whatever floats your boat.

Please comment on the Shire Facebook event thread if you’d like to bring something, what you’re bringing. There are no stoves/ovens, but there are plenty of outlets for crockpots. Drinks are welcome too!  (We’re good on plates and flatware, thank you!)

QUESTIONS
Contact Seneschal (Thorson) by email to seneschal@caer-adamant.eastkingdom.org or text to (302) 722-5982.

2020-21 Officer Candidates

Pursuant to the Bylaws of Caer Adamant, Letters of Intent for the offices of Seneschal, Chatelaine, Minister of A&S, Chronicler and Captain of the Archers for the 2020-2021 terms were accepted up to the January business meeting and are now closed.

Candidates for office include:

  • Seneschal:  Lady Aoife inghean Donnchaidh
  • Chatelaine:  Lady Laurena Mouchot offers to continue to hold the position; however, is looking for someone to assume the role.
  • Minister of A&S:  Lady Iriniia Mieszkowna
  • Chronicler:  A vote of the members in January, 2020 suspended this office.
  • Captain of the Archers:  A vote of the members in January, 2020 suspended this office.

Officer elections will occur during the February business meeting via closed ballot. The winner will be that candidate who receives a simple majority of the votes cast. Should the Populace vote to reject all of the candidates for a position, and that position is required by East Kingdom Law or Corpora, the process of holding a new election will begin immediately. In the interim, the Seneschal will make provisions for the performance of any duties of the office required.

Feb. 4 A&S Neckline Options & Garb Show & Tell

Greetings!  Join us for this monthly, informal gathering where we work on A & S projects together.  Come with your own project or learn something new!  Dress is modern.

WHEN
Tuesday, February 4, 2020 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm.

WHERE
The home of Baroness Hedewigis, 1604 Old Wilmington Road, Hockessin, DE 19707.

NECKLINE OPTIONS FOR BASIC T-TUNICS
The neckline is the top edge of a garment that surrounds the neck. The neckline is primarily a style line, but it can also be a boundary for shaping (i.e. cowls, darts, pleats, similar to the waistline). 

Come, learn about Neckline Options for the basic t-tunic!

Sketch: Maniacal Medievalist, with permission.

GARB SHOW & TELL
Assorted pieces of garb will be displayed and discussed.  See and learn how folks developed and constructed their garb.  Bring your favorite piece for an opportunity to show and discuss it.  Come, be inspired!

JOIN US
Hope to see you there starting the new year learning something new!

EVERY MONTH
Baroness Hedewigis hosts an A&S Night on the first Tuesday of every month starting at 7:00 pm.  Contact Baroness Hedewigis 302-239-9787 if you have trouble getting to her home, which is a modified red barn.  Carpooling to the site is highly encouraged.

Jan. 19 Shire Meeting

EVERYONE is welcome to attend and participate!  Dress is modern (no garb please).

WHEN
Sunday, January 19, 2020, 1:00 – 2:00 PM

WHERE
Kent County Public Library, 497 S. Red Haven Lane, Dover, DE 19901

CALL FOR OFFICER CANDIDATES
Pursuant to the Bylaws of Caer Adamant, the offices of Seneschal, Chatelaine, Minster of A&S, Chronicler and Captain of the Archers for the 2020-2021 terms are open.

  • Letters of intent must be received by the Seneschal prior to the scheduled start of the January business meeting.  Letters of intent should include: member’s modern name; SCA name, if applicable; membership number and expiration date and a few lines describing the request.
  • For more information, refer to the Shire Bylaws, which can be found on the Shire website.

SOCIAL (food before)
We may gather to socialize over food before the meeting.  Our Shire Facebook page is the best resource for up-to-the-minute information.

CAN’T MAKE IT IN PERSON?
Join online via Google Meet (check the Shire Facebook event page for the link).

MEETING NOTES
Located on the Caer Adamant website under The Shire tab, Shire Business.

QUESTIONS
Contact Seneschal (Thorson) by email to seneschal@caer-adamant.eastkingdom.org or text to (302) 722-5982.

Jan. 7 A&S Basic Weave Structures & Drop Spinning

Greetings!  Join us for this monthly, informal gathering where we work on A & S projects together.  Come with your own project or learn something new!  Dress is modern.

WHEN
Tuesday, January 7, 2020 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm.

WHERE
The home of Baroness Hedewigis, 1604 Old Wilmington Road, Hockessin, DE 19707.

BASIC WEAVE STRUCTURES
Mistress Hedewigis will be teaching basic weave structures.  Weave structure is the design by which fabric is produced. The great variety of weaves found in the textiles of today are modifications of a few fundamental weaves invented in the earliest times. Basic weaves include plain, twill, and satin.

Basic Weave Structures

DROP SPINNING
Dona Engracia will be teaching drop spinning. The drop spindle is one of the oldest methods for spinning fibers into yarn or thread.

Drop Spinning
A spindle is a straight spike usually made from wood used for spinning, twisting fibers such as wool, flax, hemp, cotton into yarn. It is often weighted at either the bottom, middle, or top, commonly by a disc or spherical object called a whorl (spindle whorls have been found in archaeological digs around the world), however many spindles exist that are not weighted by a whorl, but by thickening their shape towards the bottom.

JOIN US!
Hope to see you there starting the new year learning something new!

EVERY MONTH
Baroness Hedewigis hosts an A&S Night on the first Tuesday of every month starting at 7:00 pm.  Contact Baroness Hedewigis 302-239-9787 if you have trouble getting to her home, which is a modified red barn.  Carpooling to the site is highly encouraged.

Dec. 21 Yule in the Shire

It’s the joyous time of year when we come together to celebrate the ending of the old and the beginning of the new. Join the Shire of Caer Adamant at the beautiful and evocative Greenbank Mills (Wilmington, Delaware) for good cheer, a bite to eat, and maybe a few other little traditions of the seasons. Since this falls on the actual Winter Solstice (11:19 pm in our hemisphere) we will try to have some traditional celebrations such as a bonfire and other outdoor activities, weather permitting.

If you wish to help decorate the Mill or want to help with things to do during the evening, please send Lady Dionise O’Towie (Denise Setchko) an IM to volunteer or with ideas.

WHEN
Saturday, December 21, 2019 5 PM – 9:30 PM

Event Schedule:
5:00 pm Doors Open
5:30 pm Shire Business Meeting & Cocktail Hour (all are welcomed to attend)
6:30 pm Potluck Feast, Games, Storytelling and more
9:30 pm Clean up

If you are still there at 9:30 pm, that means you are staying to help clean up. 
Thank You!

WHERE
Greenbank Mills & Philips Farm, 500 Greenbank Road, Wilmington, DE 19808. 

NOTE:  The small parking lot directly in front of the Mill is reserved to accommodate those with accessibility/mobility needs.  Those who do not require accessibility/mobility accommodation are asked to park in the lot next door.  We will have folks on site to guide you.

POTLUCK FEAST
Please contribute to the potluck feast and bring your own beverage (and some to share if you are so inclined!) Also, bring your own feast gear and drinking vessels.

  • Yes, there are outlets for crock-pots.
  • No, there is no kitchen, oven, stove or refrigerator. Plan accordingly.
  • Please bring serving spoons, carving knives and so on (labeled with your name)
  • Please list all ingredients so those with dietary restrictions can be aware.

Potluck signup here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040d48a8ae2fa4f85-shire

  • Meat/primary dishes (4 needed)
  • Side dishes: veggies and others (9 needed)
  • Desserts: nom, nom, nom (5 needed)
  • Non-alcoholic Beverages:  includes water (2 needed)
  • Other Food Stuff: tidbits, crudités, etc. that don’t fill other categories (10 needed)

REGISTRATION FEE
There is no charge for this event, but please bring a dish to share.

Dec. 3 A&S Viking Whipcord & Illuminated Bookmarks

Greetings!  Join us for this monthly, informal gathering where we work on A & S projects together.  Come with your own project or learn something new!  Dress is modern.

WHEN
Tuesday, December 3, 2019 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm.

WHERE
The home of Baroness Hedewigis, 1604 Old Wilmington Road, Hockessin, DE 19707.

VIKING WHIPCORD
Baroness Hedewigis will teach us how to make Viking Whipcord (with the Bobbins we made last month… or bring your own bobbins).

Viking whipcording is fun, fast, and easy way of braiding to make big, strong and decorative cords.  The Vikings use heavy bobbins to control the ends of the thread, which are attached overhead firmly; and the bobbins are then manipulated to form the cord while the weight of the bobbins controls the threads and keeps tension.

ILLUMINATED BOOKMARKS
Lady Mari will be teach us how to illuminate a bookmark.  An illuminated manuscript is a manuscript in which the text is supplemented with decoration including initials, borders, marginalia, and miniature illustrations. Rather than an entire manuscript, we’ll illuminate a smaller piece, a bookmark!

Marginalia unicorn

Hope to see you all there!

EVERY MONTH
Baroness Hedewigis hosts an A&S Night on the first Tuesday of every month starting at 7:00 pm.  Contact Baroness Hedewigis 302-239-9787 if you have trouble getting to her home, which is a modified red barn.  Carpooling to the site is highly encouraged.

Nov. 24 A&S South – Queen’s Gown Work Shop (The Project Board)

Greetings!  Join us for this monthly, informal gathering where we work on A & S projects together.  Come with your own project or learn something new!  Dress is modern.

WHEN
Sunday, November 24, 2019 from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.

WHERE
The home of Lady Laurena Mouchot, 204 Autumn Terrace, Magnolia, DE 19962.  There are dogs and cats in our home, so do the needful before arriving.  Plenty of free, on-street parking available.  If you need help with directions, text Lady Laurena (Lorraine Padgett) at (302) 399-7183.

Queens Gown Workshop_2019

QUEEN’S GOWN
We have been given the opportunity to create an outfit for the Queen to wear at Queen’s Bardic Championship on February 22.  Let’s showcase all the amazing work people in the Shire do and make the project a collaborative effort (a bit of inspiration shown here).

I would like to try to get everyone hands on it no matter how new they are.

If your art is something that you might not immediately associate with making a dress, like glass making, metal work, wood carving, or scribal… I have ideas on ways to incorporate these types of things into the overall project.

So, come on out!