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Skirt the Lava, Deke the Tar, and Whack a Peer!

Submitted by ColyneStewart on Wed, 2005-03-02 10:36
Laird Colyne Stewart, SCAtoday's Ealdormerean Correspondent, writes of his pilgrimage to the East Kingdom's Winter War, held February 26 in Potsdam, NY.

Ben Schragger sentenced to "up to 62-1/2 years" prison

Submitted by Justin on Wed, 2005-02-16 19:34
The former East Kingdom Dean of Pages, Lord Ben the Steward, was sentenced today in Lehigh County Court as his child molestation trial winds down at last.

Lucius Aurelius Varus Knighted in East Kingdom

Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2005-02-10 08:10
Lucius Aurelius Varus was knighted recently at the East Kingdom's Market Day in Birka event.

Auditions Scheduled for Pennsic Macbeth

Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2005-02-09 13:34
Baron Lorcan Dracontius has announced that auditions will soon take place for a production of Macbeth at Pennsic War XXXIV.

Schragger faces first of several sentencing hearings

Submitted by Justin on Thu, 2005-02-03 22:53
Ben Schragger, formerly known as Lord Ben the Steward, appeared in court in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. It was the first of several hearings scheduled in the sentencing phase of his trial for sexual assault of minors.

Boston Globe correspondent offers insider's view of East Kingdom event

Submitted by nicolaa on Thu, 2005-02-03 15:53
A Boston Globe correspondent and SCA member recently spent a day at the Market Day at Birka event in Manchester, NH.

Apollonia Voss

Submitted by Justin on Wed, 2005-02-02 16:06
Lady Apollonia Voss of the East Kingdom researches and creates jewelry and other arts in the Middle Ages and ancient times. Her web site has resources (book list, links list, projects, and handouts) for those interested in these topics as well as photos of her own A&S projects and her portfolio.

East Kingdom Laurels Prize Tournament

Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2005-01-26 21:23
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A Laurels Prize Tournament is an Arts and Science event that is geared toward participants to take up period challenges of excellence made by a Laurel.

East Kingdom Laurel Ranks to Grow

Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2005-01-15 17:20
Lord Robin Gallowglass of the East Kingdom reports that the Order of the Laurel will be increased by two in that kingdom.

"Scissors" Victorious in East Kingdom A&S Competition

Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2005-01-14 15:27
Lady Kayleigh McWhyte, East Kingdom King's Champion of Arts and Sciences, has announced the winners of the Rock, Paper and Scissors A&S Competition held at the Kingdom's Twelfth Night celebration.

Ankara Made First Female Knight in the East Kingdom

Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2005-01-10 12:28
At the recent Twelfth Night Celebration, Their Majesties Thorson and Svava of the East Kingdom made Sir Ankara the first female knight in the Kingdom's history.

Pennsylvania Firm Seeks Re-enactors for Film

Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2005-01-06 23:14
Team Concepts, Inc., a leadership development company, is looking for re-enactors to film a version of Henry V's famous speech. The filming will take place January 8, 2005 at Valley Forge National Historic Park in Pennsylvania.

Games & Galliards XII: Wintering Over In The Castle

Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2005-01-05 12:48
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The Shire of Hartshorn-Dale invites you to join us on Saturday, March 12, 2005 for a day of period pastimes, fabulous food and delightful dances!

King and Queens Rapier Champions

Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2004-12-27 11:53
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The tourney, to choose the King and Queens Rapier Champions of Their Royal Majesties, Sir Thorson Halvorsen and Baroness Svava Thorgeirsdottir, shall take place in the Shire of l'Ile du Dragon Dormant, on the Twenty Second Day of January, AS XXXIX (CE 2005).

Market Day at Birka

Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2004-12-22 15:48
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The winter months herald the onset of many gatherings, not the least of which is the annual Market Day at Birka.

Burlap Lute to Perform

Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2004-12-16 19:28
Four SCA musicians, collectively known as Burlap Lute, will give a performance December 18, 2004 at the Mine Street Coffee House in New Brunswick, New Jersey.

L'ile du Dragon Dormant First Baronial Investiture

Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2004-12-01 12:59
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L'ile du Dragon Dormant will drape itself in the magnificience and glory of its numerous noble guests, for on this day it is to be elevated to Barony. Numerous activities, pageants, and shopping opportunities will await the visitors, as well as a sumptuous feast prepared by Lord Petru.

East Kingdom Discussion List Celebrates 10th Anniversary

Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2004-11-18 06:06
Yelizaveta has announced that November 18, 2004 is the 10th anniversary of the founding of the East Kingdom Discussion List.

Duke Gyrth Oldcastle laid to rest today

Submitted by Baronesswindsor on Wed, 2004-11-17 13:02
His Grace Gyrth Oldcastle of Atlantia has passed on into death last weekend and is being laid to rest today. The news of His Grace's passing came from Countess Elizabeth Beaufort around 4:45 p.m. last Saturday.

East Kingdom web site defaced by protest group

Submitted by Justin on Thu, 2004-11-11 17:20
Political protesters temporarily defaced the home page of the SCA's East Kingdom earlier today, replacing it with a page of their own creation.

12th Night EK Squires Tourney

Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2004-11-11 15:08
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A new installation of the EK Squires Tourney will be held this 12th Night in the Barony of Dragonship Haven.

East Kingdom Soothsayers' Guild

Submitted by eksoothsayer on Tue, 2004-11-09 13:02
The Soothsayers' Guild is for those interested in all forms of divination, both as practiced in SCA period and as practiced in the Current Middle Ages. While based in the East Kingdom, membership is open to all interested gentles.

Duchess Marieke Named Tyger of the East

Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2004-11-08 17:36
Baron Ernst Nuss von Kitzingen has announced that Duchess Marieke van de Dal has been named a Tyger of the East by King Thorson and Queen Svava.

Angaakhai

Submitted by Uncle Kuan on Sun, 2004-11-07 01:14
This is the signature dish for the household Khyim Lha Khang / Kalet Ordu.

  1. Mix marinade and marinate meats for 1 hr
  2. Mix Hoisin, red pepper, & stock
  3. Heat wok on high w/oil for stir-fry & stir-fry meat 3-4 min
  4. Add sauce & continue stir-frying
  5. Add green onions, broccoli, & sprouts. Continue stir-frying for 2-3 min
  6. Remove from heat and serve over Chinese Rice noodles (Luo mian)

100 Minutes of Ragnarok (100 minutes war)

Submitted by L Edwards on Tue, 2004-11-02 17:11
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The coming of the Winter Wolf heralds the arrival of 100 minutes of Ragnarok. Please join The Shire Of Rusted Woodlands as we open up the Halls of Valhalla for a Day of Fighting, Fencing, and Feasting.

Le bon vin fait le bon barde

Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2004-11-01 12:52
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The Shire of L'ile du Dragon Dormant presents "Good Spirits Make For A Happy Bard" Saturday November 20, 2004.

Kelson and Geneviere New Heirs to East Kingdom

Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2004-11-01 12:39
Zelina reports that Kelson von Heidleberg, inspired by Geneviere d'Alsace, was the winner of the East Kingdom's Crown Tournament held October 30, 2004.

East Kingdom University

Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2004-10-26 14:32
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The Canton of Seashire presents the East Kingdom University, Saturday, November 27, a.s. 39 (a.d. 2004) in the Canton of Seashire (Halifax, Nova Scotia).

Dragonship Haven Baronial Birthday

Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2004-10-26 14:25
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Hurray for Dragonship! 25th birthday! Come celebrate with a day of fencing, feasting, dancing, and fighting.

Metalsmiths Symposium III

Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2004-10-26 09:56
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The Shire of Montevale invites you to make the long journey through the forests and across the mountains to reach the furthest south and west corner of the Kingdom of the East and take part in our Metalsmiths Symposium III on November 12 - 14, 2004. We are hosting this special event with the help of our friends from the Shire of Silver Rylle.