InterviewInterview Enjoying the medieval life on the Kenai Peninsula
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2007-08-31 17:41
SCA life in Alaska is a family affair, as reporter Jessica Cejnar of the Peninsula Clarion found out recently when she spent the day at the Court of the Prince and princess of Oertha and experienced an SCA Coronet tournament.
Sydney discovers the Middle Ages
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2007-08-29 20:07
Andrew Taylor of the Sydney Morning Herald recently visited with members of the Shire of Radburne to learn about the SCA and how Australians enjoy the Middle Ages.
Learning about the Middle Ages at the Festival of History
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2007-08-21 11:52
BBC reporter Mario Cacciottolo got a taste of the re-enactor's life when he buckled on armor at the recent Festival of History in Northamptonshire, England.
The Middle Ages flourish in Caer Adamant
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2007-07-11 12:16
Archery, armored combat, the charm of the medieval world, are some of the topics discussed recently when Al Kemp of the (Delaware) News Journal visited the Shire of Caer Adamant. (photos)
Ames, Iowa: medieval center
Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2007-07-05 16:53
Ames, Iowa is definitely a center for medieval activities according to an article in the Iowa State Daily. Staff writer Jenn Hanson reports that both the Society of Creative Anachronism and the Belegarth Medieval Combat Society have chapters there.
Warriors die "an excellent death" at Auburn Library
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2007-06-29 12:36
Amy Weaver, Staff Writer for the Opelika-Auburn (Alabama) News reports on a recent demonstration presented by the Shire of the Eagle at Auburn City Library. Participant Laura Pate asked, "Who wouldn't love this world?"
Interview with historian Natalie Zemon Davis
Submitted by Vallawulf on Sun, 2007-06-10 18:21
Medievalists.net features an interview with Dr. Natalie Zemon Davis, Professor Emeritus of History at Princeton University, who currently teaches at the University of Toronto. Davis is the author of nine books and more than 80 articles, "many of which focus on the social and cultural history of 16th century France.
Medieval couple demonstrate skills in Montana town
Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2007-05-24 23:14
Terrell and Adrienne Cotterell of Shelby, Montana have enjoyed life in the SCa for ten years, he as a fighter and she as a Middle Eastern dancer. Reporter Kim Skornogoski of the Great Falls (Montana) Tribune spoke to them before the Shire of Windegate's Whipping Winds event.
John Lundemo makes swords the old-fashioned way
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2007-05-21 16:01
Goshen, Pennsylvania swordsmith John Lundemo has earned an international reputation as for collectors of steel blades, but 25 years ago, he was just a guy in the SCA learning to fight with wooden swords.
Fighting for fun in Calontir
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2007-05-20 17:23
Darrell Todd Maurina of the Waynesville (Missouri) Daily Guide visited and photographed members of the Shire of Calonais Nuadh as they camped on the Roubidoux Creek for Frog Fest.
Gulf War XVI featured in local article.
Submitted by Justin on Tue, 2007-03-27 11:01
An article posted in the local Hattiesburg, Mississippi paper features brief interviews with several SCA folk attending Gulf Wars.
Hands-on history
Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2007-03-22 18:55
Members of the Barony of Dragonsspine were the subject of a recent article by Jennifer Wilson for the Colorado Springs Gazette. She writes, "The sound of swords crashing against heavy shields and the clatter of dueling rapiers echoed over the battlefield the night of March 8."
SCAdians featured in Gulf Wars article
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2007-03-20 14:26
Kevin Soice and his family, from Houseton, Texas, are featured in an article chronicling life at Gulf Wars, by Susan Lakes of the Hattiesburg (Mississippi) American. Also interviewed were Mississippi residents Linda and Michael Matthews, and Lucian Provost from Arkansas.
1500-year-old Saxon burial promises more discoveries to come
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2007-03-17 13:33
Archaeologists working at a recreational site near Oakington, England have discovered a 1500-year-old Saxon burial. They believe there is also evidence of a settlement.
Thomas Whitehart to be featured on Weekend America
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2007-03-16 12:42
Caidan storyteller THL Thomas Whitehart, also known as True Thomas the Storyteller, will be featured in the Saturday March 17, 2007 edition of Public Radio's Weekend America. His segment will cover Irish lore and storytelling.
California SCAdian opens fencing school
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2007-03-06 12:53
Quartz Hill, California resident Antek Ignatowicz opened the Phoenyx Fencing Studio last year and now provides classes for municipal recreation programs. Christine Berwick of the Antelope Valley Press has the story.
Stonehenge village archaeologist interviewed
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2007-02-26 12:12
Australia's ABC Radio National recently broadcast an interview with Mike Parker Pearson, one of the archaeologists who discovered the ancient settlement near Stonehenge. Stephanie Kennedy conducts the interview. (Transcript and podcast available)
Stinky fighters price of authenticity, but SCA still fun, says reporter
Submitted by Justin on Wed, 2007-02-21 17:20
Erin Sullivan of the St. Petersburg Times in Florida visited a local SCA demo and spoke with members about the tradeoffs between full authenticity and leaving out the unpleasant parts of the Middle Ages.
"Murder at the War" author interviewed
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2007-02-14 12:40
Author and SCA member Mary Kuhfeld, creator of Murder at the War and the Sister Frevisse mysteries (written under the names of Mary Monica Pulver and Margaret Frazier), was interviewed recently by David Gustafson of the Star Tribune.
Craft and art combine for Calontir armorer
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2007-01-15 15:44
SCA member Andy Ward of Avoca, Arkansas combines craft and artistry when he creates armor for his business Ward Metal. Becca Bacon Martin interviewed him for an article in the Morning News.
Carenza's Caravan Brings Middle Eastern Dance to Muncie, Indiana
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2006-12-04 12:25
When Carenza bint Asya (Diana Eckart) became involved with the SCA, she was given the choice of pursuing a Viking persona or that of a belly dancer. She chose the dancer. Now, six years later, she owns a dance studio and heads a troupe of dancers. Thomas Fraley of the Ball State Daily News has the story.
Windsor Ontario reporter discovers the Current Middle Ages
Reporter Roberta Pennington of the Windsor Star visited an SCA event in the Middle Kingdom region of Pentamere, and returned with tales of spinning, calligraphy....and war.
Arts and Combat Featured in Northshield Demo
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2006-11-14 19:28
Can a fighter accomplish a cartwheel in full armor? Well... maybe. Mike Prahl gave it a try in 40 pounds of plate as he demonstrated his skill along with other members of the Shire of Rivenwood Tower in Mankato, Minnesota. Free Press reporter Sara Gilbert Frederick had the story.
Swords Clash in NYC Park
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2006-11-11 12:57
Battle cries blend with street noise in the Incipient Canton of Broken Bridge in New York City as SCA fighters interact with the locals. Village Voice reporter Silke Tudor has the story.
Tir Ysgithr Members Help Each Other in Tucson
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2006-11-06 15:04
Members of the Barony of Tir Ysgithr recently hosted "Dragon's Horde," an annual event at Himmel Park in Tucson, Arizona, where they spoke about what makes the SCA special. Davida Larson of the AZ Wildcat Online had the story.
An Tir Man is a Master of Chainmail
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2006-11-01 10:32
Washington State University student Matt James scorns the usual college activities for a hobby creating chainmail and fighting in the SCA. Lisa Waananen of the Daily Evergreen has the story and slide show.
Hawaiian Costumer Still Plays Dress Up in the SCA
Costumer Amy Sumida, who works for Kaimuki's Prosperity Corner in Hawaii, is busy putting together costumes for the Halloween season. Sumida discovered the SCA in her teens and learned that playing dress-up could be profitable. Nadine Kam of the Honolulu Star Bulletin has the story.
Wenches and Swordplay in Murphysboro, Illinois
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2006-10-23 16:08
Andrea Hahn, a reporter for the Southern Illinoisan, visited the John A. Logan Museum in Murphysboro, Illinois recently for a real Renaissance faire experience including bawdy wenches, swordplay, songs and skits. The event was sponsored by the Fine and Bawdy Wenches, and included demos by the Medieval Combat Society.
Metea Renaissance Faire Brings Fun to Fort Wayne
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2006-10-11 11:17
“At a Renaissance festival, the stage spills over into the lanes – much like interaction with characters at Disneyland – and you become part of the show. Without that interaction, a renfest would just be a craft and food show with people in funny clothing talking in bad accents,” said Allen Huffman, software engineer and ren faire enthusiast. Steve Penhollow covered the story for the Fort Wayne (Indiana) Journal Gazette.
Lady Alex Demonstrates Viking Skills at the Fair
Lady Alexandria laNoire is a 10th century Danish homemaker and archer who, along with her husband Syr Theodric van Rostock, showed off her prowess recently at the Great Geauga County Fair in Burton, Ohio. Joan Cooper Rusek of the Sun-News reports.
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