Canadians who wish to own their own official heraldry may apply directly through the Canadian government rather than going through the British heraldy offices.

The Armorial Bearings granted to Sir Terence David John Pratchett of Broad Chalke, Wiltshire, Knight, OBE by Letters Patent of Garter and Clarenceux Kings of Arms dated 28 April 2010 are illustrated in the September 2010 Newsletter of the College of Arms.

Have you ever wished you could have a practice tournament before signing up or helping out for a real one? Are there any Herald's out there who'd like a chance to practice Tourney litany before the real thing? How about any budding List coordinators. I'll even take those who'd like to practice being a Marshall in Charge!

Come join us for a fun and informative weekend of classes on All Things Heraldic, incredibly fun electives, and core Ithra requirement classes!

It is time to unify the tribes of the steppe! A warlord tourney will be held in honor of our Mongol Crown. Come, join us for a day of celebration, fun, fighting and feasting as TRH Ashir and Maerwyn ascend to the Calon Throne!

SCA court heralds take note: You would have strong competition from the contestants in the recent 2010 Chester World Town Crier Tournament (Chester, UK) in which criers from around the world displayed their vocal capabilities. (video)

SCA newcomers faced with creating a persona may want to visit Modar's Heraldry Page for information and links on how to build a usable SCA persona.

The laundry is done and the tent is finally dry and put away. What else is there to do but come to a nice, laid-back event? The Barony-Marche of the Debatable Lands is hosting a Post-Pennsic picnic on August 28, 2010, at the Overlook Shelter in Schenley Park, Overlook Drive (no street address), Pittsburgh, PA 15213. The site opens at 10 and closes at 5pm.

"Festival of the Nine Worthies" is being presented by Thistletorr Shire on Saturday, September 18, 2010. Site opens at 10:00 Am, Armor inspection begins at 10:00 AM, Fighting begins at 11:30 AM.

Khevron's Heraldrydiculous Comics, which feature SCA heraldic puns and other historical humor, passed #200 recently, and the author reports, "inspiration continues (for good or ill -- ymmv)."

The fiery Phoenix of Sacred Stone and the mighty Bulls of Stierbach will meet on the field of battle at Elchenburg Castle to test their might and try and claim the glory that goes to all victors.

The Draconian.com website offers much information about dragons and dragon art. The site includes a History of Dragons Around the World which combines historic dragon legends with modern beliefs about the great beast.

Those with an interest in Norse mythology - or those interested in choosing a Viking name - may want to visit the Behind the Name website which looks at "the mythology and history of  first names."

A copper badge bearing three heraldic lions has been found in a stone wall in Coventry, England. The badge probably came from a horse harness.

Come to the semi-regular, annual Ansteorran Heraldic and Scribal Symposium hosted by the Barony of Wiesenfeuer. Classes will teach all from non-herald/scribe to new herald/scribe to old timer. Invitations are being extended to our Calontir, Outlands, and Gleann Abhann neighbors as well. Come and learn and renew acquaintances.

At the April 24, 2010 Midlands Viking Symposium, Dr Philip Shaw from the University of Leicester delivered a paper on his research on Viking naming practices. His research discussed the common practice of giving female children names derived from male names.

The Khevron.com is a personal web site run by West Kingdom herald. The diverse site includes, among other things, Heraldrydiculous heraldry comic/video album, Oertha Armorial, West Kingdom Roll of Arms, wearable heraldry, and an SCA- and heraldry-themed Cafe Press shop.

Come Gentles All to celebrate the Coronation of Edward and Marguerite!  Once again the Eastern Crown passes in peaceful unbroken succession on Saturday, April 10, 2010.  The Barony of Bergental is proud to host these glorious festivities in the Tudor style of Henry VII at the charming First Congregational Church of West Springfield, site of the Bergental/BBM Yule.

Melees & Mayhem XIV May 14th -16th 2010 Hosted by the Shire of Crescent Moon
Once Upon a Battle Recreating battles since Saxons' were still German!

Many Americans recognize the fleur-de-lis only as the team logo of the Super Bowl-winning New Orleans Saints, but the symbol has a long, rich history.

Come out and join in the fun in beautiful downtown Butte on Saturday, February 20, 2010 at the Bodenberg Butte Baptist Church! This is a day to just hang out and schmooze with an informal Collegium with classes in Viking turned shoes, the scribal arts, heraldic display, stitchery, etc. Feel free to bring along any project you are currently working on.

At 11:00 a.m., 12 December 2009, Members of the Canton of Attillium and the Barony of Windmaster's Hill participated in the 2009 Christmas Rotary Parade. This year two horses complete with armored riders, barding, lance and shield were introduced.

New to the SCA? Want to know information about the Society and what activities are available? Check out the SCA Online Demo, a collection of articles and photos relating to activities in the SCA.

All are welcome to a day of classes for both heralds and scribes, including some crossover material, like how to read the tricky hand that you're sure was done by a drunken weasel that the award scroll is in, and what exactly does "a fish counter-urinant, rayonny-fitchy pean" mean. There will be other classes as well, and an open scribal all day. Please see the heralds' website: www.heralds.westkingdom.org for further information.

HAVOC featuring this year's Gleann Abhann Heraldic & Scribal Symposium October 30 - November 1, 2009

Up for a bit more fun the weekend after Ducal? ... then come to Silver Desert's Championship and Collegium (September 12-13, 2009)

Mistress Rhiannon ui Neill reports that the Kingdom of Atlantia will host two Heraldic Walking Tours of the Pennsic War.

A staple reference book for SCA heraldry is now available for free download. A Handbook to English Heraldry by Fox-Davies can now be accessed on GoogleBooks.

Master Godfrey von Rheinfels reports that he has created an album of photos from the recent Investiture in the Barony of Twin Moons, Kingdom of Atenveldt.

On Saturday April 18th at Their Coronation, Their Majesties Maynard and Liadain of AEthelmearc issued a Writ to THL Matilda Bosvyle de Bellaqua, Their Silver Buccle Herald, for elevation to the Order of the Pelican.