Archive - 2003August 21stA Midrealmer's Experience in Aethelmearc Court
Submitted by Caitriona on Thu, 2003-08-21 13:27
Not all Kingdoms use standardized Oaths of Fealty. Read about one Midrealmer's first experience in an Out-Kingdom Court.
New Exhibit on Hieroglyphs at The Walters
Submitted by Karen on Thu, 2003-08-21 13:27
"Secret Signs: Egyptian Writing" will be at The Walters Museum of Art in Baltimore, Maryland, from August 16 through December 14.
August 20thCrossbows and "Samurai Swords" to be Banned in Victoria, Australia
Submitted by Karen on Thu, 2003-08-21 00:33
The Age: The State Government of Victoria, Australia, has announced a ban on crossbows and "samurai swords."
Woodcuts Exhibit Opens at Cleveland Museum of Art
Submitted by Karen on Thu, 2003-08-21 00:31
"Against the Grain: Woodcuts from the Collection" will run at the Cleveland Museum of Art from August 17 through November 9.
Taking a Look at the SCA
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2003-08-20 20:33
Detroit Free Press: In an article about a Sunday fighter practice in Warren, Michigan (USA), Detroit Free Press
staff writer Melissa Sanchez takes a look at SCA life.
Tent Damage Reported from Pennsic Fireworks Due to Freak Winds
Submitted by Justin on Wed, 2003-08-20 13:58
A freak gust of upper-level wind drove embers from the Pennsic fireworks display eastward into
a camping area, damaging several tents.
August 19thCalontir Knight Remembers Pennsic 32 Battles
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2003-08-19 15:09
Sir Kirk FitzDavid of the Kingdom of Calontir shares a Knight's-eye view of the
Pennsic 32 battles.
Armor and Tools Stolen from Meridies Merchant
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2003-08-19 14:59
On Saturday August 16, Talan, an SCA merchant in the Memphis, Tennessee area, was
robbed. Thieves stole tools and SCA armor.
New Exhibit on Forgery at the Folger Shakespeare Library
Submitted by Karen on Tue, 2003-08-19 14:55
A new exhibit on "Fakes, Forgeries and Facsimiles" will be at the Folger Shakespeare Library in Washington, DC, from August 20, 2003, through January 3, 2004.
August 18thPeriod Fireworks Displayed at Pennsic 32
Submitted by Justin on Mon, 2003-08-18 04:52
Pennsic 32, held as usual at Cooper's Lake Campground near Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania
(USA), featured a display of mostly-period pyrotechnics. Iustinos Tekton has
posted a photo album of the performance.
August 17thArtwork Needed for KWAR and KWCS Event Booklet
Submitted by Karen on Sun, 2003-08-17 22:05
The Barony of Caerthe, which will be hosting the Knowne Worlde Academy of the Rapier and the Knowne Worlde Costuming Symposium as a joint event, seeks cover artwork for the event booklet.
Caligula Really Was Nuts
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 2003-08-17 22:03
The Guardian: An archeaological dig in Rome backs ancient writers' portrait of Caligula as a megalomaniac.
August 12thArts and Sciences on Parade at Pennsic 32
Submitted by Justin on Tue, 2003-08-12 18:24
Myriad artisans displayed their fine workmanship at the Coopers' barn on Monday.
Tyger Roars in Woods at Pennsic
Submitted by Justin on Tue, 2003-08-12 18:19
The Pennsic Woods Battle, held Monday, was a victory for the East Kingdom.
Pennsic Blood Drive Successful, Will Return Next Year
Submitted by Justin on Tue, 2003-08-12 18:02
The Pennsic Blood Drive collected 90 pints of blood for the Red Cross, slightly short of quota but enough that they will return next year.
Employment Exchange Board at Pennsic
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 2003-08-12 17:55
Sca_Maids_and_Valets, an e-mail employment exchange group, is attempting its first on-site posting board at Pennsic War.
Fines for Laziness at Italy's Historic Churches
Submitted by Karen on Tue, 2003-08-12 17:52
AP: Officials have announced fines to curtail loitering and littering at churches and other historical sites in Venice and Florence.
New Exhibit on Ancient Egyptian Artists Opens at the Walters
Submitted by Karen on Tue, 2003-08-12 17:51
A new exhibit, "Tools and Models of Ancient Egyptian Artists," is running at the Walters Art Museum in Baltimore, MD, from August 9, 2003, through March 28, 2004.
August 9thTourists are Trashing Italian Churches
Submitted by Karen on Sat, 2003-08-09 10:45
AP: Italy's churches draw millions of visitors each year, and anger is mounting over how some mistreat the nation's religious heritage.
August 8thFirst Day of Pennsic Blood Drive: A Qualified Success
Submitted by Justin on Fri, 2003-08-08 22:53
His Majesty Pieter van Doorn led a parade of blood donors to the first day of the blood drive
today.
Shanghai Museum Pays $4.5 Million for 10th Century Calligraphy
Submitted by Karen on Fri, 2003-08-08 22:31
AP: The Shanghai Museum has paid $4.5 million for a 1,000-year-old set of Chinese calligraphy books, the "Chunhuage Tie," which include the only known works by several master calligraphers.
Lochac Announces College of Scribes Website
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2003-08-08 06:40
Giles, the Lochac Provost of Scribes, has announced a new website for the
College of Scribes.
August 7thLochac Chirurgeonate Website Updated
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2003-08-08 00:15
Liadan inghean Ghlasain, Stormhold Chirurgeon, and Web Mistress for the Lochac
Chirurgeonate website, has announced a major update.
Newly Revised Electronic Communication Policy Offered for Public Comment
Submitted by Justin on Fri, 2003-08-08 00:00
The Board of Directors seeks commentary from the populace on proposed amendments to the
Electronic Communication Policy.
SCA Photographer Showcases Event Photos from Early Days
Submitted by Justin on Thu, 2003-08-07 11:00
SCA photographer Keradwc an Cai has an extensive collection of his work on the Web, including
several events from as far back as A.S. XII.
The Mystery of Arthur's Camelot Solved?
Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2003-08-07 10:25
"Arturius - A Quest for Camelot," an online publication by D.F. Carroll that
claims to have solved the mystery of the historic Arthur, is
available for free download online.
August 6thMemorial to be Held for Baron Robbin Greybeard
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2003-08-06 13:00
A memorial for Master Baron Sergeant Robbin Greybeard will be held August 9,
2003 in Spokane, WA.
August 5thNo Loch Ness Monster, says BBC team
Submitted by Karen on Tue, 2003-08-05 13:50
A team of BBC researchers, using satellite navigation technology and hundreds of sonar beams, has shown that there is no monster in Loch Ness.
Board of Directors Meeting Minutes to be Available Online
Submitted by Justin on Tue, 2003-08-05 13:00
Meg Baron, President of the SCA, has announced that the Board of Directors now publishes
approved meeting minutes on the SCA's web site, and that a project is underway to transcribe
minutes of previous BoD meetings as well.
Discoverer of the "James Ossuary" Arrested in Jerusalem
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2003-08-05 04:45
Boston Globe: Antiquities dealer, Oded Golan, has been arrested for suspicion of forgery
after experts declared the ossuary box, brought to light by Golan, was a fake.
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