Book of Kings and Queens of Drachenwald Nears Completion

Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2003-01-13 16:47
Baron Gorlan of the Red Lands has announced that the task of updating the Book of Kings and Queens of Drachenwald is almost complete.

His Majesty of the East, Andreas, Called to Active Duty

Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2003-01-13 16:45
In an announcement Saturday, January 11, 2003, His Majesty Andreas of the East reported that he has been called to active duty and will be stepping down as King.

Tolkien Translation of Beowulf Found

Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 2003-01-13 16:44
Wheaton College professor Michael Drout discovered 2000 pages of handwritten material by J.R.R. Tolkien in a box of papers at Oxford's Bodleian Library.

Medieval Welsh Ship May Have Made Trans-Atlantic Crossing

Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2003-01-12 05:00
A 15th century ship discovered in South Wales in June, 2002, may have crossed the Atlantic.

Dumbarton Oaks Research Available Online

Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2003-01-12 01:00
Three years' worth of Byzantine, Pre-Colombian and lanscape architecture research is available online at Dumbarton Oaks.

Roman Wine Makes a Comeback in France

Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2003-01-11 17:00
International Herald Tribune: French vineyard owner, Herve Durand, will be selling wine long past its time when he reopens an 1800-year-old Roman winery.

Scots Name Top Ten Treasures

Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2003-01-11 13:00
Scotsman.com: Dissatisfied with a list of Britain's Top Ten Treasures that included only one from Scotland, two archaeologists have compiled their own list.

Watch on Rhine

Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2003-01-11 09:00
Dutch Archaeologists have announced the discovery of the remains of a series of Roman watchtowers along the Rhine River.

Kingdom of Acre to Celebrate Valentine's Day

Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2003-01-11 01:00
Lady Meropi of the Kingdom of Acre extends an invitation to celebrate St. Valentine's Day at an event.

New E-Mail List for SCA-Related Merchants

Submitted by Justin on Fri, 2003-01-10 20:06
SCAtoday.net is pleased to announce a new e-mail list for SCA-related merchants to post commercial announcements.

Kingdom of Meridies Celebrates 25 years

Submitted by Jocosa on Fri, 2003-01-10 17:46
Populace makes ready for super-sized spring event.

"King of the Mountain" Cancelled

Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2003-01-09 20:49
East Kingdom List: Due to the sudden loss of the event site, King of the Mountain, to be held January 18, 2003 in Johnson, VT has been cancelled.

Castle Restoration: Ideal SCA Summer Vacation

Submitted by Katarina on Thu, 2003-01-09 20:48
La Sabranenque restoration projects in France and Italy allow volunteers to help with the preservation of period rural architecture in southern France.

Tolkien Purists Enraged by New Character (satire)

Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2003-01-09 19:32
BBSpot: Peter Jackson has announced the addition of a new character in "Return of the King," - Jar-Jaromir.

Period Demo Center at Estrella War

Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2003-01-09 19:32
This year's Estrella War will feature a period Demo Center where artisans can demonstrate their skills.

Paradise, Pottage and Potions: The Medieval Garden

Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2003-01-09 19:30
A summer institute for educators will take place July 6-August 1, 2003 at Pennsylvania State University and will cover different aspects of medieval culture.

Web Gallery of Art: A Treasure Trove for Costumers

Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2003-01-08 09:00
The Web Gallery of Art, containing over 11,000 digital reproductions of European paintings and sculpture, offers a treasure trove for the visual researcher.

Medieval and Renaissance Pottery and Ceramics Resources Available

Submitted by Aoife on Wed, 2003-01-08 01:00
This week, Aoife (Lis) of Endless Hills offers an extensive, annoted list of sites for medieval and renaissance pottery.

Stefan's Florilegium Additions for January

Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2003-01-08 01:00
The Honorable Lord Stefan li Rous has added new content to his research site.

Sir Paul McCartney Receives Coat of Arms

Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2003-01-07 17:11
On December 31, 2002, former Beatle Paul McCartney was granted a coat of arms for his 59th birthday.

Iron Chef Comes to Pennsic

Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2003-01-07 17:05
The SCA's own version of Iron Chef will take place at this year's Pennsic War.

East Kingdom Laurel & Maunche Database Updated

Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2003-01-07 17:04
A database containing information on Laurels and Maunche in the East Kingdom has been updated.

Southern Marches Branches Receive Augmentation of Arms

Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2003-01-07 17:00
Their Majesties of Caid have granted an Augmentation of Arms to the branches of Southron Gaard, Ildhafn and Darchester in the Southern Marshes.

Equestrians to Meet at Aethelmearc Twelfth Night

Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2003-01-07 15:41
There will be a meeting to determine future equestrian activities in AEthelmearc at the Kingdom Twelfth Night, January 11, 2003 in Sunderoak (Butler, PA).

Merchant Information for Ice Dragon

Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2003-01-06 18:21
Due to miscommunications, the merchant information for the Festival of the Passing of the Ice Dragon in the Barony of the Rhydderich Hael (Hamburg, NY), March 15, 2003, was not listed in the January newsletter.

AEthelmearc Increases Population

Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2003-01-06 18:21
Their Majesties of AEthelemarc welcome Veronica Rose Gramm to Their Kingdom.

David Cooper of Tyndale to Become Pelican at Crown Tourney

Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2003-01-06 18:21
On January 18, 2003 at Crown Tournament in Three Rivers, (Calontir) David Cooper of Tyndale will be elevated to the Order of the Pelican.

Scadians on Active Duty in the Persian Gulf Listed

Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2003-01-06 18:21
Dagonell, Webmaster of Heronter in AEthelemarc, has created a website to list all Scadians on active duty in the Gulf.

Anglo-Saxon for Computer Programmers

Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2003-01-06 08:36
According to Carl T. Berkhout, a glossary of Anglo-Saxon words for computer programmers is a handy tool for technical writers who "strive for greater clarity and simplicity in their writing."

Tolkien Editor Aids in Learning Old English

Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2003-01-06 08:33
English professor Michael Drout has provided a course in Old English, including "King Alfred's Grammar Book," and "King Alfred," an Old English translation program, which allow users to learn the language and discover its beauty.