Jul 2 A&S Social (Newark)

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HERALDRY 101
What’s in a name? How do you submit an SCA name to be registered? What’s with all the pictures people have painted on their shields and how do I get one of those, too? Learn all this and more from our Shire Herald Merlin Silber. If you have a piece of heraldic garb or gear you’d like to share with the class, feel free to bring it!  Location in comments.

WHEN
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
6:00 Social time to allow for arrivals and schmoozing
6:30-7:30 Class time
7:30-9:00 Social time continues until 9:00 PM if you like

WHERE
Home of Minister of Arts & Sciences, Simona della Luna, 613 Timber Wood Blvd., Newark, DE 19702.  There is a cat (in case of allergies) and a few steps to enter the house.

HAVE QUESTIONS or WANT TO HOST or TEACH?
Contact Minister of Arts & Sciences Simona della Luna

June 17 A&S Night (Dover)

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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.

June 8 Shire Mtg (Smyrna)

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GREETINGS!
Join us on June 8th for a Shire Business Meeting & Social. After our 11:00 AM business meeting, we will enjoy a potluck picnic lunch, followed by a bit of socializing.  Everyone is welcome. Garb is welcome (optional).

FOR THE POTLUCK
Please bring a dish to share for the potluck (along with an ingredient list).
We would love to see you there!

WHEN
Sunday, June 8, 2025
11:00 BUSINESS MEETING
12:00 POTLUCK & SOCIAL
12:00 FIGHTER PRACTICE

Peasants sharing a simple meal of bread and drink; Livre du roi Modus et de la reine Ratio, 14th century (Bibliothèque nationale)

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

Call for Candidates – Special Election
We are currently seeking volunteers for Chatelaine and Webminister/SMO and will be holding a special election to fill the remaining term of these positions.  If you are interested in running for either position, please submit your Letter of Intent to Seneschal Baroness Laurena Mouchot by the Business Meeting scheduled for June 8, 2025.   The special election will be held during the July Business Meeting.

Call Deputy Minister of A&S (South) Volunteer
We are also seeking a volunteer for Deputy A&S Minister (South).  If you are interested in taking on this role, please reach out to A&S Minister Honorable Lady Simona della Luna for more information.

Proposed Bylaw Amendments
The proposed amendments to our Bylaws are hereby published.  The proposed amendments: clarify terminology used in the Bylaws document, 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.  A vote on the proposed amended Bylaws will take place during the July Business Meeting.  Read the proposed amendments here.

QUESTIONS
About the Meeting & Social, contact our Seneschal
About Fighter Practice, contact our Deputy Knight Marshal

Jun 4 A&S Social (Newark)

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PERSONA DEVELOPMENT
In the SCA we choose a persona, which we portray to a greater or lesser degree. How do you choose a persona in the first place? If you already have one picked, what are some ways to develop that persona into a more three dimensional impression of a historical person? Once you have a persona, what are some ways to incorporate persona play into the SCA?

WHEN
Wednesday, June 4, 2025, 6:00 – 9:00 PM

WHERE
Home of Minister of Arts & Sciences, Simona della Luna, Newark, DE.  There is a cat (in case of allergies) and a few steps to enter the house.

HAVE QUESTIONS or WANT TO HOST or TEACH?
Contact Minister of Arts & Sciences Simona della Luna

May 29 A&S Night (Dover)

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CORD MAKING WITH THE LUCET
We will finish our “cord making series” with the lucet, a tool for making cords and braids! Lucets are believed to have been used during Viking and Medieval times for making cords for clothing or hanging items from belts. We will learn a little about the history of the tool and then dive into making a cord using a basic technique.  It’s relatively easy to learn and can be mastered quickly.  A few lucets and supplies will be available for this free class.  We hope you’ll join us!

WHEN
Thursday, May 29, 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 our Minister of Arts & Sciences.

May 4 Shire Mtg. (virtual)

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GREETINGS POPULACE,

Join in the Monthly 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, May 4, 2025, 1:00 PM, virtual

William Morris letter M

Call for Candidates – Special Election
As Hubertus Snaegla has recently stepped down as our Chatelain and with our current need for a Webminister, we will be holding a special election to fill the remaining term of these positions.  If you are interested in running for either position, please submit your Letter of Intent to the Seneschal, Baroness Laurena Mouchot,by the Business Meeting scheduled for June 8, 2025.   The special election will be held during the July Business Meeting.

Call for Deputy Minister of A&S (South) Volunteer
As Lady Dionise O’Towie has recently stepped down from her role as Deputy A&S Minister (South), we are currently seeking a volunteer to fill this position.  If you are interested in taking on this role, please reach out to our Minister of A&S, Honorable Lady Simona della Luna, for more information.

Proposed Bylaw Amendments
The proposed amendments to our Bylaws are hereby published.  The proposed amendments: clarify terminology used in the Bylaws document, 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.  A vote on the proposed amended Bylaws will take place during the July Business Meeting.  Read the proposed amendments here..

WHERE
Virtual only
Please MUTE your audio when not speaking
This meeting has closed.

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

May 7 A&S Social (Newark)

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Image shows engraving by Hans Burgkmair the Elder (1473-1531), a German painter and designer of woodcuts, of a European, probably German, medieval workshop / mint.

TABLET WEAVING
Merlin Silber will introduce us to tablet weaving, also known as card weaving, a method of producing narrow textiles, such as straps, belts, and trim, using punched cards (tablets) with holes.  Many medieval pieces were ornate silk ecclesiastical vestments, or wrist and head bands brocaded with gold or silver, but others were much simpler.  Tablet woven borders were also sometimes woven into larger textiles.  Come, join in! We promise this class is absolutely beginner friendly!

WHEN
Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 6:00 – 9:00 PM

WHERE
Home of Minister of Arts & Sciences, Simona della Luna, 613 Timber Wood Blvd., Newark, DE 19702.  There is a cat (in case of allergies) and a few steps to enter the house.

HAVE QUESTIONS or WANT TO HOST or TEACH?
Contact Minister of Arts & Sciences Simona della Luna

Apr. 23 A&S Night (cancelled)

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CORD MAKING WITH THE LUCET
Lady Dionise will be finishing the “cord making series” with the lucet! We will learn the history of it and how to make a lucet from common items. Then an introduction to the basic movement and handouts for future or more advanced users.

WHEN Cancelled
Wednesday, April 23, 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 A&S Minister (South), Lady Dionise O’Towie, by email.

Apr. 13 Shire Mtg. (virtual)

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GREETINGS POPULACE,

Join in the Monthly 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).

Amongst other items, the second draft revision of the Shire Bylaws will be presented.

WHEN
Sunday, April 13, 2025, 1:00 PM, virtual

William Morris letter M

WHERE
Virtual only
Please MUTE your audio when not speaking
The meeting has closed.

QUESTIONS
About the Shire, contact Seneschal Baroness Laurena Mouchot
Fighter Practice, contact Knight Marshal Baron Alexendre l’Espangol de Orlienz

Apr. 2 A&S Social (Newark)

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UFOs (UN FINISHED OBJECTS)

We all have some project that’s been sitting around for too long. Maybe it’s a dress where you can’t get the sleeves to go on correctly. Maybe it’s a chainmail coif that you just need to sit and work on for 2 hours, but you’re tired of looking at it so it never gets done. Maybe it’s that section of your research paper that you got stuck on, and now you’re so discouraged you want to set the whole thing on fire.

Whatever it is, bring it to the meeting in all its messy, unfinished glory. I find a laundry basket is often useful for this task. Sit at a table and have some company while other people also work on the unfinished thing that has been haunting their work space for way too long. I will provide snacks, so let me know in advance if you have any allergies.  Bring a friend!

WHEN
Wednesday, April 2, 2025, 6:00 – 9:00 PM

WHERE
Home of Minister of Arts & Sciences, Simona della Luna, 613 Timber Wood Blvd., Newark, DE 19702.  There is a cat (in case of allergies) and a few steps to enter the house.

HAVE QUESTIONS or WANT TO HOST or TEACH?
Contact Minister of Arts & Sciences Simona della Luna

Mar. 26 A&S Night (Dover)

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KUMIHIMO, A JAPANESE BRAIDING TECHNIQUE
We will be learning about Kumihimo, the traditional Japanese art of braiding multiple strands of yarn (or silk or ribbon) to create cords, used since at least the sixth century. This is a make and take class; everyone will have the opportunity to create their own cord or bracelet. Supplies will be provided, no charge.

When
Wednesday, March 26, 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 A&S Minister (South), Lady Dionise O’Towie, by email.

Mar. 9 Shire Mtg. (virtual)

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GREETINGS POPULACE,

Join in the Monthly 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, March 9, 2025, 1:00 PM
Virtual

William Morris letter M

WHERE
Virtual only
Please MUTE yourself / your audio when not speaking
The meeting has closed.

QUESTIONS
About the Shire, contact Seneschal Baroness Laurena Mouchot
Fighter Practice, contact Knight Marshal Baron Alexendre l’Espangol de Orlienz

Mar. 5 A&S Social (Newark)

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Image shows engraving by Hans Burgkmair the Elder (1473-1531), a German painter and designer of woodcuts, of a European, probably German, medieval workshop / mint.

ONLINE RESOURCES FOR THE SCA
We will very briefly survey some non-SCA online resources that are particularly useful to SCA folks (take-home list will be provided). The main focus will be on SCA-specific online resources – what’s out there, where to find it, and how to use it. East Kingdom A&S Champs will have been the previous weekend (1 March), so I’ll also report back on the experience.

Bring a friend!

Optional steps to take before the class:

WHEN
Wednesday, March 5, 2025, 6:00 – 9:00 PM

WHERE
Home of Minister of A&S, Simona della Luna, Newark, DE 19702.  There is a cat (in case of allergies) and a few steps to enter the house.

HAVE QUESTIONS or WANT TO HOST or TEACH?
Contact Minister of Arts & Sciences Simona della Luna

Feb. 26 A&S Night (Dover, DE)

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Announcing Our first A&S Night in Dover!!
Join me to jumpstart our themed A&S for the southern region of the Shire (of course, northerners are welcome too!)

What’s the theme you ask?
We are going back to basics with the thing that is the foundation of many different types of arts: THREAD. On the 4th Wednesday of each month, we’ll dive deep into all things string, rope, cord, floss, fiber, yarn, filament, and twine! If you have a related or adjacent topic you are willing to teach, let me know!

We will be KNOT MAKING this month. This is a make and take session! First a little history, then some instruction, then some practical hands on knots. Kits to be provided. You might leave with a necklace or be on the way to a cool new project!

When
Wednesday, February 26, 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 A&S Minister (South), Lady Dionise O’Towie, by email.

Feb. 9 Shire Mtg. & Election

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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 please).

Sunday, February 9, 2025
1:00 PM Business Meeting, virtual

William Morris letter M

2025-26 Officer Election
Letters of Intent have been received for the offices of Exchequer, Knight Marshal and Webminister. We continue to seek a volunteer for the office of Herald and ask you to contact the Seneschal to express your interest.

Candidates
-Exchequer:  Lady Nancy Alyn
-Knight Marshal:  Baron Alexendre l’Espangol de Orlienz
-Webminister:  Lady Nancy Alyn
-Herald:  Volunteer sought (contact the Seneschal to express your interest)

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. One vote per person will be accepted either in person or via this ballot.  The winner will be that candidate who receives a simple majority of the votes cast.

Online Ballot:  voting has closed.

WHERE
Virtual Only – This meeting has closed.

QUESTIONS
Contact Seneschal Baroness Laurena Mouchot by email.