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Siren’s SongVolume 5 | Issue 1
March 2015
A note from your ChroniclerGreetings fellow members of Illiton from your Chronicler. In this edition you will find a preview of Rites of Spring and a few memories of my own from Gulf Wars just a few weeks ago. I once again ask for submissions to the newsletter from the members of the Barony and the Canton of Lochmorrow.
Lady MurielLocal Events:
● April 11th - Rites of Spring● April 25th – The Awakening –Armoured
Easter Egg Hunt● May 2nd – Howell, MI – Coronation – Seto’s
knighting● May 23-24th – Saline, MI – Crown
Tournament● June 5-7 – Dixon, IL – Absolutely Not
Ragnarok RampageMonthly Barony events:
Every Wednesday – 6-? Fighter practice and Middle Eastern Dance
1st Thursday of every month is the business meeting
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Rites of Spring 2015
April 11, 2015
Site opens at 9 am and closes at 9 pm
THIS IS A DRY SITE! NO EXCEPTIONS!! If you are found with alcoholic beverages, you will be asked to leave.
NO pets allowed.
Address: Oak Grove West School6018 W Lancaster RoadBartonville, IL 61607
Who’s Who:Autocrat: Gillian Eleanor of RoseholmGatekeeper: Melissa RitterMerchants: Allison Renee of RoseholmFeast: Arianna of IllitonLunch: Baroness’s Soup KitchenHeavy: Ollie GeigerRapier: Fuyutsukime HattoriArchery: Nessa O’ConnerThrown Weapons: Elayne ThorneYouth: Kendrick CameronChildren’s Activities: Angela KellBardic Circle: Master John Ichingham
There is no site fee!!! You will still need to present membership card or sign the non member waiver at the Gate.
Feast: $10 for everyone 6 – adult pre registered
$12 at gate
5 and under is free.
FEAST IS 75% SOLD AS OF MARCH 30th!!! If you would like feast tickets, send you pre-reg for them in NOW!!!!
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Rites of Spring Classes
A time schedule will be posted closer to the event date.
Youth Combat - 10:00 amRun by Kendrick CameronFighting at 1:00 pm
"An explanation of current weapons and armor standards in the Middle Kingdom as well as a description of parental responsibilities involved in youth combat. This portion will be approximately one hour and is required for parents new to youth combat and those wishing to MiT. Parents and Chivalry wishing to fast track can stay for a second portion that will cover the finer points of youth marshalling including the marshals rights and responsibilities within the list. MiT applicants are strongly encouraged to attend this portion as well. If there are enough youth combatants to run a list hands on time will be offered after luch and the fast track can be completed that day."
Name of Class: Drawing with Fire: Introduction to PyrographyPresenter: David of LochmorrowDescription: A look at Pyrography in period. We will also work on a basic pyrographic project using standard wood burning tools. The class is geared towards adults and older children as the tools that we will be working with are extremely hot and burns are possible.Cost: None but if people have their own wood burning tools and would like to bring them they are welcome to. I have 5 tools for the class to use. Length of Class: 60 to 90 Min.
Name of Class: Bayeux Tapestry : Panel by PanelPresenter: Oswyn of Baðon
Description: This class focuses on looking at the entire Bayeux Tapestry, section by section. Discussion focuses on what the text actually says, what some of the border images mean, and what is still a source of contention.Cost: No costTime: 90 minutes approx
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Food offerings
Lunch
The Baronesses' Soup KitchenCost: Donations
Menu: Onion and Bacon Soup (Onions, Bacon, Chicken Broth, Salt, Pepper) BreadFor those who don't eat pork, there will be a limited amount of: Zesty Slaw Soup (Vegetable Broth, Spicy Vegetable Juice, Onions, Garlic, Cabbage, Carrots, Green Beans, Corn, Tomatoes, Worcestershire Sauce, Basil, Salt, Pepper)
Feast
Basic Menu for Rites of Spring: A German Extravaganza
On the tableMeat, Fruit, Cheese, Bread with butter
First CourseBacon, Ale, and Cheddar Soup – There will be a version that does not contain ingredients with gluten and is vegetarian upon requestHandmade PretzelsBeet salad with goat cheese and citrus vinaigrette
Second CourseSchnitzel with a cream sauce and a mushroom and wine sauce (the sauces will be served on the side) – There will be a vegetarian version available upon request Braised red cabbage
Third CourseGingerbread tart with plums Apple strudelRaspberry Mound cookies
**Please check the website for diet and allergy information**www.Illiton.org
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SCAdian Yodeler
Oh a SCAdian went Yodeling on Mt. Eislinn so highWhen along came an ARCHER interrupting his cry
Ooooo de laaaaaay eeeeeeee
Oh de la ke keee, oh de la cuckoo TWANGOh de la ke keee, oh de la cuckoo TWANGOh de la ke keee, oh de la cuckoo TWANGOh de la ke keee, oh
(and then it builds)
Oh a SCAdian went Yodeling on Mt. Eislinn so highWhen along came a FOP interrupting his cry
Ooooo de laaaaaay eeeeeeee
Oh de la ke keee, oh de la cuckoo TWANG, SwishOh de la ke keee, oh de la cuckoo TWANG, SwishOh de la ke keee, oh de la cuckoo TWANG, SwishOh de la ke keee, oh
Oh a SCAdian went Yodeling on Mt. Eislinn so highWhen along came a HERALD interrupting his cry
Ooooo de laaaaaay eeeeeeee
Oh de la ke keee, oh de la cuckoo TWANG, Swish, Oy-ezOh de la ke keee, oh de la cuckoo TWANG, Swish, Oy-ezOh de la ke keee, oh de la cuckoo TWANG, Swish, Oy-ezOh de la ke keee, oh
(keep building)When along came a TUCHUCK interrupting his cry: Tu-CHUCK! Tu-CHUCK!When along came a COURTIER interrupting his cry: YES your majestyWhen along came a SENESCHAL interrupting his cry: DOOOOOOM!When along came a DRUMMER interrupting his cry: --ka tek a tekaWhen along came a MARSHAL interrupting his cry: HOLD! (and ya stop right there at the first Hold, 'cause that's what marshalls do!)
Song credits go to: Lucia Elena Braganza and Lorelei Skye –
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Baron BaronowaWilhelm Michalik Alzbeta Michalikm/k/a: Michael Mihallik m/k/a: Stacey Mihallik 116 Castleman Ct. 116 Castleman Ct.Creve Coeur, IL 61610 Creve Coeur, IL 61610PH# 309-657-6837 PH# [email protected] [email protected]
Seneschal ExchequerEoin atta Keld Gillian Eleanor of Roseholmm/k/a: John Kell m/k/a: Jana BehmP.O. Box 516 605 Franklin AveBrimfield, IL 61517 Bartonville, IL 61607309-453-6771 [email protected] [email protected]
Chatelaine Knights MarshalDesmond & Nessa O’Connor Oliverm/k/a: Bob & Kristen Connor m/k/a: Ollie Geiger5746 N Autumn Ridge Ct Apt A 1223 N 4th Street Apt DPeoria IL 61615 Chillicothe, IL 61523(618)581-0785 [email protected] [email protected]
Pursuivant Minister of Arts & ScienceRoibhilin of Adair Michaela de Romneym/k/a: Robert Ritter m/k/a: Nancy Cox227 ElmAdair, IL 61411 Marquette Heights, IL 61554309-653-2518 (309)[email protected] [email protected]
Chronicler Web MinisterMuriel Zimmermannin Allison Renee of Roseholmm/k/a: Laura Nickels m/k/a: Sarah Rosecrans1228 South 6th St 605 Franklin AvePekin, IL 6154 Bartonville, IL 61607309-360-2233 309-339-8367(please call only after 3pm please) (please no phone calls after 930pm)[email protected]
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Officer’s continued
Minister of YouthAngela Kellm/k/a: Angela Kell 318 W. Clinton Brimfield, IL 61517 309-446-9697 [email protected]
ChamberlainGunther von Steinm/k/a: Mike (Rocky) Crowley118 Gottlieb CtCreve Coeur, IL 61610 309-694-5677 [email protected]
ChirurgeonArianna of IllitonM/k/a: Kali Dietz 227 Avondale East Peoria, IL 61611 309-694-6292 [email protected]
SecretaryAllison Renee of Roseholmm/k/a: Sarah Rosecrans 605 Franklin Ave Bartonville, IL 61607 309-339-8367(please no phone calls after 930pm)[email protected]
HistorianLady Fuyutsukime Hattorim/k/a: Jamie Shirley 308 Corona Dr. Peoria, IL 61604 309-219-5431 [email protected]
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GuildsArchery -- Gary & Elaine HecathornPhone [email protected]
Armouring -- Robert RoachPhone [email protected]
Bardic Arts -- Master John IchinghamPhone 309-685-5329
Brewing & Vinting -- Sidi Hacmin ben YosefPhone [email protected]
Cooking -- Nancy CoxPhone [email protected]
Fencing -- Jamie ShirleyPhone 309-219-5431 [email protected]
Fighting -- Ollie Geiger Phone [email protected]
Mid Eastern Dance -- Sherri KellPhone [email protected](meets Wednesday nights at 7pm at the same location as fighters practice)
Scribal Arts -- April WilsonPhone [email protected]
Sewing Guild -- Nancy CoxPhone [email protected]
Thrown Weapons -- Gary HecathornPhone [email protected]
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Gulf Wars 2015
By: Muriel Zimmermannin
I attended Gulf Wars this year and it was everything a war should be.
I attended a couple of classes – how to make a kosode and how to make a hakama, both of these have to do with making Japanese garb, fit to your own personal sizes.
I taught a class at war, for my first time ever. A beginner’s class on hand sewing and the students were able to make a draw string bag (sweets bag in period). I had 20 students, 7 of which were under the age of 10. The students were able to complete their project in the two hours that the class was scheduled. I really enjoyed teaching and plan to teach again at Pennsic.
I tried out a blog of sorts on Facebook, Muriel’s Musings. The signal reliability and my own personal exhaustion made daily blogging harder than I expected but I plan to do it again at Pennsic this year.
I retained for several of the royals and enjoyed it, the viewpoint of the war from the official presence on the battle field is a bit different than from the sidelines.
I was “fighter support” for the Rapier Ravine battle on Saturday morning. This is the new name given to water bearing. The experience was unique.
I think my favorite part of the war was visiting with fellow Midrealmers. The special thing about Gulf Wars is you camp with your Kingdom, as opposed to Pennsic, where you camp in your own groups, so you may go the entire time at Pennsic and not run into others from your Kingdom.
Gulf Wars is set on a ranch in Southern Mississippi and the temperature varies from low 30s to weather like this year where we saw some 90s. The cost for the event is only $67 plus other expenses so it is a very affordable vacation. The distance is about 850 miles, one way.
In closing you can find lots of pictures on Facebook of Gulf Wars from this year and I rarely think of taking photos while there
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This is the March 2015 issue of the Siren’s Song, a publication of the Barony of Illiton of the Society for Creative Anachronism, Inc. (SCA, Inc). The Siren’s Song is edited by and available from Laura Nickels, 1228 South 6th Street, Pekin, IL 61554. It is not a corporate publication of SCA, Inc, and does not delineate SCA, Inc. policies. Copyright ©2015 Society for Creative Anachronism, Inc. For information on reprinting photographs, articles, or artwork from this publication, please contact the Chronicler, who will assist you in contacting the original creator of the piece. Please respect the legal rights of our contributors.
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