Re: more and better events in the south

[Cole <missemma@coastalnet.com>]

Poster: Cole <missemma@coastalnet.com>

Cole wrote:
> 
> Mark Schuldenfrei wrote:
> 
> >  The solution to the problem is to throw more, and better,
> > events locally.
>  Hummm... speaking of more and better events locally.....
 
>         Spring has come, once again the yearlings are ready to shear.
> Come join our fair Shire in our latest attempt to protect our sheep from
> the damnable Lowlanders (not to mention increase our membership) with
> our IX ANNUAL SHEEP RAIDS EVENT/DEMO. Join us for a day of fighting and
> a night of song, dance, and merry making.
>         The Heavy weapons Tourney will be a 3 TEAM TIMED HEAVY WEAPON
> RESURRECTION MELEE, teams will be assembled on site.  Team captains will
> be chosen by single elimination combat. The object is to collect as many
> sheep (hey live stock is live stock right?) as possible and KEEP THEM.
> Raiding of your opponents is highly encouraged. The other teams aren't
> the only natural predators out there so be careful.  Ladies, if your
> lord/brother/friend/ or ex is fighting you might consider our "mutton it
> up" contest.
>         For Atlantia's fine rapiers a BURNING BARN TOURNEY!!!!  Help! My
> barn's on fire and my sheep are  trapped! Oh no, between you and the
> sheep.... a robber.  Don't forget... just because you’re in the barn the
> fire doesn't stop, you've got to watch those flames!!!
> (autocrats note:  this is a GREAT tourney...you'll love it! Sheep can be
> used as off hand weapons!)
>         All minstrels, bards, and entertainers welcomed with open
> arms... Mayhem is more fun when set to music.
>         The Great Hall ( it's a barn... let's be realistic) will be set
> for an open A&S display/ competition!!!
> YES, my woolly friends this year we have  a COMPETITION planned.  Now,
> attend the autocrat, for the rules are fairly complicated... anything
> made from sheep (wool blanket to haggis) and anything made into a sheep
> (cotton balls to marshmallow cream).  Also, please,  feel free to bring
> works in progress for display, this is after all a DEMO ( let's impress
> the folks 'eh) 3x5 cards are highly encouraged (hint hint)
>         Children's activities are once again planned.  The lovely and
> patient Tess d'Aubrey will be presiding.  If your child is  going to be
> participating, an hour donation of your time to assist in their fun
> would be appreciated.
>         All merchants are welcome to attend.  No merchanting fee.
> Unfortunately no booths this year .
>         An incredible 3 remove feast will be prepared by Lournen
> Newberry of House Blackstar. Succulent pork, venison, beef, and hearty
> fish stew (the autocrats family is in the shrimpin’ bidness) as well as
> many other fine dishes.  All dietary concerns should be addressed to her
> at 910-346-3097 NLT 10pm.  Feast space is limited to 130.  We've sold
> out 3 years in a row, so send your reservation early.  I guess I’d
> better say it “the only reservation is a paid reservation”.
>         Please remember this is a DEMO EVENT during the day and that the
> site is discreetly wet (NO ORIGINAL CONTAINERS) during mundane hours
> (until 5pm).  'Course after that feel free to get Sheep faced!!!!
>         Fees are $ 8 on site on board, $2 on site off board.  A discount
> of $1 is given if you reserve before  April 18.   Site opens at 6pm
> Friday evening and closes at 3pm Sunday afternoon.  Please address all
> concerns, questions or reservations to the Autocrat, Lady Emma Lawless
> (Cole Honeycutt) 2408 Metts Avenue , Wilmington, NC 28403  910-763-7429
>  NLT 11:00 pm  email missemma@coastalnet.com  .  Make checks payable to
> : Shire of Seareach, SCA Inc.
> 
>         Directions
> >From the North:  I-40 east to Wilmington, * Follow the signs for US 17
> north to Popular Grove Plantation
> (about 12 miles).  Blue and White SCA signs will be posted.
> >From the West:  Follow Us 74-76 into Wilmington, continue from *
> >From the South: Follow US 17 through Wilmington, continue from *
> 
> Now... this is a kick butt event, so I want all the northern Atlantians
> down here.  Heck, we'll take you to the beach on Sunday and give you a
> place to stay sunday night (as long as you aren't afraid of BIG dogs)
> 
> Emma of House WyldeRose, Lady Lawles
> Autocrat, Chronicler, and BlahBlahBlah.....
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