Harrowgate News

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January 27, 2012

Letter to the Barony

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"In their Royal Court, Their Royal Majesties bestowed the Award of the Maiden's Heart onto Lady Avelyn Wexcombe.
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"Lady Avelyn Wexcombe's Research Paper: "An Investigation into Reviving the Use of Saltpetre for Refrigeration: A Period Technique" winning the Beginner Category.
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"Your taxes this year are "Pilgrimage". Skraeling Althing, as a Barony, is blessed with an abundance of active minds and generous spirits, something for which the last few months has provided ample evidence. However, the known world holds more than just our humble barony. We wish that our populace take the opportunity to savour all that it has to offer. We wish to hear tales and see the tokens of your travel to other Cantons, Shires, Baronies, and Kingdoms. Likewise, we also wish others to come on their own pilgrimages to Skraeling Althing and the many sights of wonder which are within our borders. As such, we also wish for hospitality to be the other side of the Pilgrimage coin and, again, tales and tokens of those with whom you have shared our beautiful lands are what we desire.

If neither of these options is available to you, but you have the means, perhaps you could act as the patron of another who wishes to take a voyage of discovery.
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"In Your Service,
Baron Giovanni and Baroness Lucia"

Wasail Lady Avelyn!

January 21, 2012

Our canton 12th night was a wonderful event. The day started off with a pot and a stone, although we quickly ran out of room for the stone. The Wandering Minstreal's press gang, who were our autocrats Sean and Vodnikov, had a wonderful site set up for us. Downstairs we had the day board, full with the potluck goodness of all the peasant cooks. Our peasant breathern enjoyed games of Tafl, fox and geese, 9 Man Morris, Valhalla, and someone donated a few fingers to a game of bones.

Most peasentiest pendent went to Gwendyln who won a bowl with sugar, and to no ones surprise the most smelly and dirtiest peasent was Michael who won a kings randsom of salt. Perhaps a trip to the bath house will shortly be in his future.

Their excellencies arrived with warm greetings and appreciation for the peasants of Harrowgate Heath and how quickly we are growing. They also had many thanks for the Wandering Minstrel's press gang for organizing this event. Shortly after, the peasant action moved upstairs where games of one legged stool fighting and pushn'pull entertained the baron and onlookers. The poise of the lone female fight won the day, with amazing one legged spins and thrusts.

To close out the day we all shared the stone soup which was amazing. Full of flavour and packed with beans, potatoes and veggies! What a pleasurable day!

Thanks to Cennèdig for this update!

November 12, 2011

Letter to the Barony

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"On the armoured list there were two authorizations in Armoured Combat: primary for Lady Kaðlín of Harrowgate Heath and Gwendolyn of Northfold reauthorized.
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Their Majesties King Quillium and Queen Dagmar bestowed the Award of Arms on Lady Bridget of Cornwall, Lady Kaðlín of Harrowgate Heath, and Lord Stephen of Cornwall and the Award of the Maiden's Heart for the service of Lady Emelote of Calais.
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"We request that our populace take a moment to read through the Order of Precedence on the Wolfium web site, http://wolfium.com/search.php, to make sure the listing are current and that your names are all spelled correctly. We are a vibrant and dynamic kingdom and such things are not always tracked as carefully as they could. Contact the Honourable Lady Liadin cu Teach Cairdas (trilliumherald@gmail.com) with any questions.
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"In Your Service,
Baron Giovanni and Baroness Lucia"

Congratulations to all for their wonderful achievments!!!!

August 25, 2011 ... Award

Ealdormere Chronicler Blackfox was awarded this year to: The Chronicle, Barony of Skraeling Althing, Best Layout and Design

Congratulations to Lord Dafydd for his efforts!

June 5, 2011 ... Officer Change

Lord Nathaniel has been voted in as our new Herald / Pursuivant effective when his membership arrives!

ADDENDUM: Nov 6, 2011 - Lord Nathaniel will be the deputy Herald / Pursuivant to Lady Morag.

May 1, 2011 ... Officer Changes

Seneschal and Chatelaine changes and a new Rapier Marshal position is filled! Click here to see the minutes for details

April 14, 2011

Letter to the Barony

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" Thankfully, the increased banditry We have seen on Our eastern saliant will be easier to deal with thanks to the three newly authorized fighters. George of Skrael, Hostilius Mendus, and Cennèdig of Flichesburg all passed thier heavy armoured combat authorization tests this day. In addition, Lord Dafydd ap Alun completed his training as rapier combat marshal and will now inaugurate the post of Harrowgate rapier marshal so We can soon hope to see Our martial might grow there as well.
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"Hare Salients were award to the deserving Lady Constance of Caldrithig, Lady Avelyn Wexcombe, and Lady Marguerite Gingraix."
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"In Your Service,
Baron Giovanni and Baroness Lucia"

Congratulations to Cennèdig for his authorization, Lord Dafydd for becoming eligible to be Harrowgate's first Rapier Marshal and to Lady Avelyn for her Hare Salient!!!

April, 2011 ... from Lord Michael Eastbrooke

The fighter parctice/relay for life fundraiser with our comrades to the south was a small success. With 20 spectators and seven fighters at SUNY in Potsdam, Morag and I kicked ass.

The tourney began with a round robin, where Laird Ian McDonald was the only one to best me -- one tough bastard he is!

Morag destroyed the viking brothers and the event evolved into a spectators choice- fighters and weapons. For some reason, they wanted to see me fight with dagger against spears, swords and axes. Fearful odds indeed!

The evening ended with a team bear pit, where Lord Olaf and I, triumphing over all combatants until beaten to death at a four on two bout. It gives the fighters of HH, great satisfaction solidifying our relationship with the fighters of Northern Outpost; they are great people, worthy of our friendship.

Cheers,
Michael

Click here to see the fighter bio's and some photos of the event

March 13, 2011

Fulke of Athol is now the Canton’s new Minister of Arts and Science.

Summer Siege’s official date is Saturday, June 25th, 2011, and being held in Chesterville.

Lady Morag Tayler is submitting her name to enter Crown Tourney in May! Let’s show her all our support!

February 18, 2011

Letter to the Barony

"Greetings unto the warm hearths of the Barony of Skraeling Althing, from your proud Baron Giovanni, and Baroness Lucia;

This past weekend found us among friends at the Valentine's Day Massacre in Swan's Keep. There were so many good gentles in attendance from Skraeling Althing that we built our own neighbourhood.

In Their Majesties' court We witnessed Lord Dafydd ap Alun propose to Lady Avelyn Wexcombe. Now that they have secured permission of the King Etain au Naval and Queen Valfreya Greenspear, they will be wed post-haste, in May of this year."

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"In your service,
Baron Giovanni and Baroness Lucia"

Yeah Lord Dafydd and Lady Avelyn !!!

January 2, 2011

• Minister of Arts and Science
• Herald

November 6, 2010

News from Feast of the Hare

In Baronial court, Lord Dafydd received his Hare Valiant. Congratulations!!!

All three of our new fighters authorized this day as well: Steven and Lord Nathanael authorized in heavy. Duncan authorized in boffer.

As well, Lord Nathanael placed 2nd in the newbie tournament and Duncan won the Boffer tournament.

April 24, 2010

News from Coronation

At the Coronation of Their Majesties Quilliam and Dagmar, two members of Harrowagte Heath were summoned into court.

In the final court if Their Majesties Nigel and Adrielle, The Honourable Baroness Rozalynd of Thornabee on Tees was called into court and put on vigil for the Order of the Laurel. Her Excellency was tasked with contemplating this honour, and with providing a response to Their Magesties at a future court. The Order of the Laurel is a peerage level award and represents the ultimate recognition for work in period arts and sciences in the society.

In the evening court of Their Magesties Quilliam and Dagmar, Lady Aevianna Nordengel, was called into court and presented with her Maiden's Heart. The Maiden's Heart is given to those who have performed exemplary service to Ealdormere and who demonstrate courteous and chivalrous behaviour.

Congratulations to both Baroness Rozalynd and Lady Aevianna!

November 11, 2009

News from Feast of the Hare

First, an apology. For technical reasons I have fallen behind in my news postings and we missed some news from the summer. Harrowgate Heath ran a very successful Summer Siege event and Pennsic and other events have also been happening. We are back up and running now and I will do my best to keep up with the news going forward. My apologies also to any members of the Canton who's important news was missed over the summer.

At Feast of the Hare, on November 7th, there were many members of the Canton who contributed and were recognized.

In Kingdom court:

The Honourable Baroness Rozalynd of Thornabee on Tees was called into court by Their Majesties and awarded with a Maiden's Heart. The Maiden's Heart is given to those who have performed exemplary service to Ealdormere and who demonstrate courteous and chivalrous behaviour.

Michael Eastbrook (real name, Michael Smith) was called up in court by Their Royal Majesties to receive his Award of Arms. The Award of Arms is a Kingdom level award recognizing individuals who have given service that enhances the experience of others within the society. It is often the first Kingdom level award a person receives. Receiving an AoA allows the recipient to style themselves as 'Lord' or 'Lady'.

In Baronial court:

Lady Emelote of Calais (real name, Erin Thornton) became the new bearer of the Great Chalice of Skraeling Althing. The chalice is given to someone who is seen as an example of authenticity in their recreation, and who has advanced the cause of authenticity in diverse aspects of Baronial life. Lady Emelote will be the Baronial Cup Bearer until the chalice is presented to the next recipient (likely in one year).

Two of our youngest Canton members, Saraphina the Quick and Alana the Quiet were called up into Baronial court by their Excellencies and presented with their bunny tails. The bunny tail is usually the first Baronial recognition a person gets and is used to acknowledge that a newcomer is now "one of us" and is a valued member of the Barony.

Other Hare news:

In Baronial court, the ceremony to hand over the Seneschal's key for Harrowgate Heath was conducted. Lady Emelote of Calais, our previous Seneschal, has stepped down and our new Seneschal, Lady Aevianna Nordengel (real name, Melissa Richmond) has now officially received the keys to the Canton.

Of course, as is tradition at Feast of the Hare, Baronial taxes were presented. Our thanks go out to Lady Gina Dragoni, (real name, Gina Cook) and Lord Richard of Dragon Castle (real name, Richard Cook) for their efforts to prepare our taxes, and to Lord Dragul Maksimov Vodnikov and Lady Aevianna Nordengel for their interim taxes that succeeded in causing the entire court (including Their Magesties, Her Highness and Their Excellencies) to howl in laughter.

Also, thanks go to those who fed the populace at Feast of the Hare. Both the lunch and the feast were led by members of Harrowgate Heath.

The lunch was conducted as a fundraiser by the Surly Mermaid household - Lady Emelote of Calais, Lady Avelyn Wexcombe (real name, Melanie Reasbeck) and Lord Dafydd ap Alan (real name, David Gotlieb) and raised $145 for the Baronial camping regalia fund.

Feast was prepared by Meisterin Siglinde Harfnerstochter and Lady Eluned ferch Angor (real name, Lynette Pike), with much assistance from others I'm sure. It included a special "treat" for head table in the spirit of maximizing the use of all parts of any meats served at the feast.

As well, prior to feast, Lady Emelote of Calais announced her intention to challenge to enter the White Wolf Fian. She has one year to produce her intended Arts & Science project, which will be judged to determine if she should be accepted into the Fian.

To all those who helped make Feast of the Hare such a memorable event, and to those recognized in court our congratulations and Wassail!!!!

May 18 , 2009

News from Dandelion Festival

This weekend was full of fun and news at Dandelion Festival in Tor Brant. In addition to the investiture of our new Baron and Baroness, several members of Harrowgate Heath had important news from the event.

First, congratulations to Eluned ferch Angor (real name, Lynette Pike), who was called up in court by Their Royal Majesties Roak of Ealdormere and Jocea Valente to receive her Award of Arms (AoA). The Award of Arms is a Kingdom level award recognizing individuals who have given service that enhances the experience of others within the society. It is often the first Kingdom level award a person receives. Receiving an AoA allows the recipient to style themselves as 'Lord' or 'Lady'.

As well, prior to court, both Lady Avelyn Wexcombe (real name, Melanie Reasbeck) and Lady Emelote of Calais (real name, Erin Thornton) were called to stand before the gathered gentles and asked an important question by Dame TSivia bas Tamara v'Amberview. Lady Avelyn has accepted her offer and has become her latest Protege, while Lady Emelote also accepted to become both her Apprenctice and Protege.

Congratulations to all!!!!

March 29, 2009

Canton Members win Top Prizes in
Break the Back of Winter A&S Competition

Two members of Harrowgate Heath won first place in two of the categories in the A&S competition at Break the Back of Winter this weekend.

Lady Gina Dragoni, (real name, Gina Cook) won first place in the beginner category for her card woven belts.

In the intermediate category, Lady Emelote of Calais (real name, Erin Thornton) won first place for her tudor gown.

Congratulations to both Lady Gina and Lady Emelote!

December 1, 2008

Call for Canton Chirurgeon Candidates

The Canton of Harrowgate Heath has put out a call for interested members who wish to fill the position of Canton Chirurgeon. Chirurgeons provide first aid at official SCA events and are key to making sure that attendees enjoy a safe and healthy day at Canton activities.

In order to fill the position, the candidate must be a full Chirurgeon in good standing.

Any interested in the position should contact the Seneschal, Lady Emelote of Calais (real name, Erin Thornton), prior to the Canton business meeting on December 7th, 2008.

November 25, 2008

The End of an Era

For the past six years, many of us have taken advantage of the Tuesday night Arts and Sciences nights held at Dragon Castle (the home of Lady Gina Dragoni and Lord Richard of Dragon Castle) in Kanata. Many a night have been spent discussing everything from garb making and fabric to heraldry and Pennsic (with a few mundane conversations thown in for good measure).

Alas, due to waining attendance, Lady Gina and Lord Richard have sadly decided that the Tuesday night west end A&S night will come to and end.

Thank you to Lady Gina and Lord Richard for their hospitality over the years.

November 10, 2008

News from Feast of the Hare

For those unable to attend, there was a fair bit of news coming out of Feast of the Hare.

First, congratulations to our Chatelaine, Avelyn Wexcombe (real name, Melanie Reasbeck), who was called up in court by Their Royal Majesties Valfreya Greenspeare and Etain au Naval to receive her Award of Arms. The Award of Arms is a Kingdom level award recognizing individuals who have given service that enhances the experience of others within the society. It is often the first Kingdom level award a person receives. Receiving an AoA allows the recipient to style themselves as 'Lord' or 'Lady'.

As well, The Honourable Baroness Rozalynd of Thornabee on Tees was called up in Baronial court and was asked to permit the Barony to name one of its bows after her, in honour of her generosity in providing the Barony with archery equipment in the past that was in need of some repair. From this day forth, the 27 pound bow that was the result of that generosity will now be called Roz!

Congratulations must also go out to The Honourable Baron Master James the Mercer and The Honourable Baroness Rozalynd of Thornabee on Tees for the fine feast they presented at Feast of the Hare!

Finally, on a more somber note, their Excellencies, Lord Derfel Malory, and his Lady Mélisande du Rocher, Baron and Baroness of Skraeling Althing, officially stepped down from their posts. Our Vicaress, Baroness Xristina Viaceslavova will continue in her position until a new Baron and Baroness are selected. More details of the seleaction process will be forthecoming but nominations and submissions of interest will be accepted until December 31st.

October 27, 2008

A Dark Winter's Fair Event Cancelled

The Canton's A Dark Winter's Fair event that was scheduled for January 31st has been cancelled to support the newly announced Kingdom 12th Night event to celebrate Ealdormere's 10th anniversary. Further details about the Kingdom 12th Night event are pending, but we encourage those who can to join the rest of Ealdormere in celebrating.

But have no fear, all of the amazing ideas for our event have not been shelved, simply delayed. We'll put them back into the bag of ideas for use at a future event.

September 15, 2008

Awards for Two Members of Harrowgate

Two members of Harrowgate Heath were called up to court at Baron's Howe by Their Majesties Aaron III & Rustique III, King and Queen of Ealdormere, to receive their Award of Arms (AoA).

The Award of Arms is a Kingdom level award recognizing individuals who have given service that enhances the experience of others within the society. It is often the first Kingdom level award a person receives. Receiving an AoA allows the recipient to style themselves as 'Lord' or 'Lady'.

Congratulations to Lady Emelote of Calais (real name, Erin Thornton) and Lord Dafydd ap Alan (real name, David Gotlieb).

(Editors Note: Unfortunately, both Lady Emelote and Lord Dafydd were unable to attend Baron's Howe and Lady Gina Dragoni kindly represented both new nobles in court. Their scrolls will be presented at a future court.)

August 19, 2008

Next Baronial Seneschal Named

The next Seneschal of Skraeling Althing has been chosen. Our very own Lord Dragul Maksimov Vodnikov has been selected to become the next Baronial Seneschal.

Lord Vodnikov will officially be taking over the position at the Feast of the Hare in November.

August 14, 2008

Canton Member Elevated to the Order of the Pelican

Really big news coming out of Pennsic last week. The Honourable Baron James the Mercer (real name, Gordon Bulmer) has been elevated to the Order of the Pelican for his long and dedicated service to the Kingdom.

The Order of the Pelican is the highest kingdom level award for service and recognizes those who have made a significant and long-lasting contribution to improving the experience of others within the SCA over a long period of time.

Baron James has a long history of service to the SCA. He currently holds several positions at both the Baronial and Kingdom levels and, until earlier this year, was Harrowgate Heath's Minister of Arts and Sciences.

Wassail !!!!!

July 3, 2008

Newest Member of the Chirurgeonate from Harrowgate Heath

More news from Trillium! Congratulations to Lady Gina Dragoni (real name, Gina Cook), who was named a fullly-warranted Chirurgeon at court at Trillium War.

As the providers of first aid at SCA events, chirurgeons are extremely important to the society and we are very proud to have Lady Gina amoung their ranks after a great deal of hard work and training.

Wassail !!!!!

July 2, 2008

Canton Member Wins Silver at Trillium War A&S

Congratulations go out to Eluned ferch Angor (real name, Lynette Pike), who won a silver medal at the Trillum War Arts & Sciences competition this past weekend.

Eluned won the medal for her entry in the Domestic Arts and Science category, a hand knit felted belt pouch.

June 11, 2008

New Canton Officers Named

At the June business meeting, two new officers were named for Harrowgate Heath.

Avelyn Wexcombe (real name, Melanie Reasbeck) has stepped up as Harrowgate Heath's new Chatelaine.

Lord Dragul Maksimov Vodnikov has stepped up as Harrowgate Heath's new Minister of Arts and Sciences.

The Canton's thanks go out to our outgoing officers, Lady Hawise de Makesaye and The Honourable Baron James the Mercer for their tremendous contributions to Harrowgate Heath.

Please note that there remain several deputy officer positions available. Deputy positions are a great way to learn the ropes of a position and contribute to the Canton.

June 1, 2008

Archery at Marshal Meadows a Great Success

The Canton of Harrowgate Heath would like to thank all who attended our wonderful event on May 31st. Despite some wet weather in the morning, it seemed that all who attended had a wonderful day of fun and archery.

In particular, we would like to thank our new Vicaress, The Honourable Baroness Xristina Viaceslavova, for joining us as it was her first event in the Barony since being named Vicaress.

We would also like to congratulate our very own Herr Reinhart Von Altenburg, who was named the new Baronial Archery Champion!

Wassail !!!!!

Pictures from the event are posted in the photo gallery.