GREETINGS POPULACE,

Join in the Shire Business Meeting. Everyone is welcome to attend and participate. Connect with friends, learn what is going on, what is being planned and join in the discussions. Dress is modern (no garb).

WHEN
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 6:30 pm, virtual

Special Election for Knight Marshal
An election will be held during this business meeting. Shire Members who reside within the Shire or who demonstrates regular and ongoing participation in diverse events and activities within Shire and are at least 14 years of age may cast one vote. If unable to attend the meeting, use this online ballot: https://forms.gle/yWfAyDiGa49TcZmp7.

We are currently seeking bids for the Tournament of the Springing Doe
Contact Baroness Laurena Mouchot for helpful insight and information. The Shire endeavors to host two signature events each year, the Tournament of the Springing Doe (during May or June) and Tournament of the Fallen Stag (during September or October).  Those interested in serving as Event Steward for these events, or any other, should submit a bid to the Seneschal at least 6 months prior to the proposed event date.  Use the Autocratting in the Shire form, which will help you put together a good bid for Officer and Finance Committee review.

Call for Candidates for Chatelaine
We are actively seeking a volunteer for the role of Chatelaine (new person contact) for the 2026-28 term.  If interested in serving, submit a Letter of Intent by email to me as soon as possible.  For more information, refer to the Shire Bylaws and/or contact the Seneschal to learn more about the commitment.

WHERE Virtual only
The meeting has closed.

QUESTIONS
Contact our Seneschal

GREETINGS POPULACE!

Join in the Shire business meeting.  Everyone is welcome to attend and participate.  Connect with friends, learn what is going on, what is being planned and join in the discussions.  Dress is modern (no garb).

WHEN
Sunday, February 15, 2026, 11:00 AM, virtual

2026-28 Officer Election
An election will be held during this business meeting. Shire Members who reside within the Shire or who demonstrates regular and ongoing participation in diverse events and activities within Shire and are at least 14 years of age may cast one vote. If unable to attend the meeting, use this online ballot. The candidates:

Seneschal:  Baroness Mari Clock van Hoorne (EK Wiki page)
Minister of A&S:  Lady Marisa al Qattan (EK Wiki page)
Chatelaine:  Volunteer sought

Bids Sought for the 2026 Tournament of the Springing Doe
We are currently seeking bids for the Tournament of the Springing Doe.  Contact Baroness Laurena Mouchot for helpful insight and information. The Shire endeavors to host two signature events each year, the Tournament of the Springing Doe (during May or June) and Tournament of the Fallen Stag (during September or October).  Those interested in serving as Event Steward for these events, or any other, should submit a bid to the Seneschal at least 6 months prior to the proposed event date.  Use the “Autocratting in the Shire” form, which will help you put together a good bid for Officer and Finance Committee review.

Call for Candidates for Knight Marshal
We are now accepting Letters of Intent for Knight Marshal.  During our January business meeting, Baron Alexendre announced his intent to step down as Knight Marshal prior to the end of his current term.  If interested in serving as Knight Marshal, submit a Letter of intent by email to the Seneschal prior to the scheduled start of the March business meeting. For more information, refer to the Shire Bylaws and reach out to our current Knight Marshal to learn more about the commitment.  The Special Election for the Knight Marshal position will be held during the March business meeting.

WHERE
Virtual. This meeting has closed

QUESTIONS
About the Shire, contact our Seneschal
Fighter Practice, contact our Knight Marshal

GREETINGS POPULACE,

Join in the Shire Business Meeting.  Everyone is welcome to attend and participate.  Connect with friends, learn what is going on, what is being planned and join in the discussions.  Dress is modern (no garb).

WHEN
Sunday, January 11, 2026, 11:00 am, virtual

**LAST CALL FOR OFFICER CANDIDATES 2026-28 TERM**
Pursuant to our Bylaws, nominations for the offices for the 2026-28 term are open for Seneschal, Chatelaine, and Minister of Arts & Sciences.

If interested in serving in any of those officer roles, submit a Letter of intent by email to the Seneschal prior to the scheduled start of the January business meeting.  Your letter must include your modern name, SCA name (if applicable), membership number and expiration date, and a line or two affirming your intent. Candidates for each office will be announced at the January business meeting and published. For more information, refer to the Shire Bylaws.

**BIDS SOUGHT FOR SHIRE EVENT**
The Shire endeavors to host two signature events each year, the Tournament of the Springing Doe (during May or June) and Tournament of the Fallen Stag (during September or October) every calendar year, and that these events should have a bid sent to the Seneschal and include a budget developed with the Exchequer.  People interested in acting as Event Steward for these events would typically submit a bid at least 6 months prior to the proposed event date. So, time is of the essence. Use the “Autocratting in the Shire” form (The Shire/Shire Business), which will help you put together a good bid for either event for the Officers and Financial Committee to review.

We are currently seeking bids for the Tournament of the Springing Doe.  Contact Baroness Laurena Mouchot, who served as Event Steward for the last Springing Doe event, for insight and information.

WHERE – VIRTUAL
The meeting has closed.

QUESTIONS
About the Shire, contact our Seneschal
Fighter Practice, contact our Knight Marshal

GREETINGS POPULACE,

Join in the Shire Business Meeting.  Everyone is welcome to attend and participate.  Connect with friends, learn what is going on, what is being planned and join in the discussion.  Dress is modern (no garb).

WHEN
Sunday, December 14, 2025, 11:00 am, virtual

CALL FOR OFFICER CANDIDATES 2026-28 TERM
Nominations for the offices for the 2026-28 term are open for Seneschal, Chatelaine, and Minister of Arts & Sciences.

If interested in serving in any of those officer roles, submit a Letter of intent by email to the Seneschal prior to the scheduled start of the January business meeting.  Your letter must include your modern name, SCA name (if applicable), membership number and expiration date, and a line or two affirming your intent. Candidates for each office will be announced at the January business meeting and published. For more information, refer to the Shire Bylaws.

WHERE – VIRTUAL ONLY
Meeting has closed.

QUESTIONS
About the Shire, contact our Seneschal
Fighter Practice, contact our Knight Marshal

GREETINGS POPULACE,
Join in the Shire Business Meeting.  Everyone is welcome to attend and participate.  Connect with friends, learn what is going on, what is being planned and join in the discussions.  Dress is modern (no garb).

WHEN
Sunday, November 16, 2025, 11:00 am, virtual

Call for Officer Candidates 2026-28 Term
Pursuant to our Bylaws, nominations for the offices for the 2026-28 term are open for Seneschal, Chatelaine, and Minister of Arts & Sciences. 

If interested in serving in any of those officer roles, submit a Letter of intent by email to the Seneschal prior to the scheduled start of the January business meeting.  Your letter must include your modern name, SCA name (if applicable), membership number and expiration date, and a line or two affirming your intent. Candidates for each office will be announced at the January business meeting and published. For more information, refer to the Shire Bylaws.

Discussion & Vote on Proposed Change in Eligibility for Combat Shire Champion
A proposal to change the eligibility for the Armored Combat Shire Champion has been received:  “To reflect the opportunity for glory and friendship our neighboring territories offer, the Shire Champion for Heavy/Rattan should be awarded to the worthiest competitor who volunteers for the honor, whether they be from the Shire or come from distant lands, going into effect January 1st, 2026.”

Current Policy for Combat Shire Champion
For almost a decade, the Shire awarded the Armored Combat Shire Champion to the Shire member who won its heavy combat tournament.  However, in 2014, the tournament, which began to draw combatants from neighboring lands, was won by a combatant from beyond the Shire.  That year, the Shire resolved to reserve the Shire Championship for the Shire member who surpassed all other Shire member combatants in the tournament and established a Tournament Championship for the combatant, regardless of their homeland, who triumphed over all other combatants in the tournament.  The Shire has bestowed both Championships since.  For more information, refer to the Champions – Eligibility and History.

WHERE
This meeting has closed

QUESTIONS
About the Shire, contact our Seneschal
Fighter Practice, contact our Knight Marshal

GREETINGS POPULACE,

Join in the Shire Business Meeting.  Everyone is welcome to attend and participate. Connect with friends, learn what is going on, what is being planned and join in the discussions. Dress is modern (no garb).

WHEN
Sunday, October 19, 2025, 11:00 AM

VIRTUAL
This meeting has closed.

QUESTIONS
About the Shire, contact our Seneschal
Fighter Practice, contact our Knight Marshal

GREETINGS POPULACE,

Join in the Shire Business Meeting.  Everyone is welcome to attend and participate.  Connect with friends, learn what is going on, what is being planned and join in the discussions. Dress is modern (no garb).

WHEN
Sunday, September 21, 2025, 11:00 AM

WHERE – IN PERSON
Smyrna Rest Area, 5500 DuPont Pkwy, Smyrna, DE 19977.  Look for us under a pavilion.

VIRTUAL (If we can make it happen)
This meeting has closed.

QUESTIONS
About the Shire, contact our Seneschal
Fighter Practice, contact our Knight Marshal

GREETINGS POPULACE,

Join in the Shire Business Meeting.  Everyone is welcome to attend and participate. Connect with friends, learn what is going on, what is being planned and join in the discussions. Dress is modern (no garb).

WHEN
Sunday, July 13, 2025, 11:00 AM

WHERE – IN PERSON
Smyrna Rest Area, 5500 DuPont Pkwy, Smyrna, DE 19977.  Look for us under a pavilion.

VIRTUAL (If we can make it happen)
The meeting has closed.

SPECIAL ELECTION
Mari Clock van Hoorne has submitted a Letter of Intent for the vacant office of Chatelaine.  The election will be held during this business meeting. Members of the Shire Populace (anyone able to demonstrate reasonable levels of participation in diverse activities within the Shire of Caer Adamant) are eligible to vote in officer elections. 

–To cast your vote online now, click HERE.

CALL FOR DEPUTY A&S MINISTER (SOUTH)
We are seeking a Deputy A&S Minister (South) volunteer.  If you are interested in this role, reach out to A&S Minister Honorable Lady Simona della Luna for more information.

PROPOSED BYLAWS UPDATE VOTE
The proposed update of the Shire of Caer Adamant Bylaws are presented for consideration of adoption. Amendments to the Bylaws: clarify terminology, clarify officer and non-elected roles, establish official communications, establish a financial committee, clarify approval of event and activity proposals, and establish a clear process for adopting or changing policies and bylaws.

–Read the proposed Bylaws Updates HERE
–A vote on the Bylaws Updates will occur during this Business Meeting.
–To cast your vote online now, click HERE.

QUESTIONS
About the Shire, contact our Seneschal
Fighter Practice, contact our Knight Marshal

TASSELS
A tassel is a tuft of loosely hanging threads, cords, or other material knotted at one end and attached for decoration to clothing, home furnishings, or other items. Tassels can be found going back thousands of years and have been made as embellishments, ornaments, and decorations as a symbol of status, luxury, or luck. They are a universal adornment that found their way onto garments, blankets, rugs, carriages, chandeliers, canopies, draperies and pillows, in various cultures from all over the world! 

Come, dive into the world of tassels and learn a few simple ways to make them!

WHEN
Tuesday, June 17, 2025 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm.
Please plan to arrive and depart promptly.

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

QUESTIONS
Contact Minister of Arts & Sciences.