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Good Gentles of the West Kingdom! Come and join the Populace of Golden Rivers for a day of Rapier Fighting, Fun, and a chance to LEARN something new! Afterwards, join us in a Pot-Luck BBQ Feast! It is a day NOT to be missed!
Relax with the Gallery as we watch the West kingdom Rapier Fighters display their prowess upon the field! Revel in the fact that you will witness feats of fighting skill at lightning quick speed! (Not mention that some of the outfits are really cool.)
And should you be able to divert your attention from the fighting, you will be able to partake in numerous A & S Classes that include (but are not limited to):
· "Beginning Marshalling": Join Duibheasa as she teaches you the basics of making sure everyone stays safe on and around the List Field, while wielding that "bumble-bee stick". Also, the basics of Armor Inspection will be covered. It is MORE than simply asking; "My Lord, are you wearing...?"
· "Heralding is Sexy": What is THAT, you say? Heralding? Sexy? It certainly is! We will have several Heralds on site to teach you the skills that will enable YOU to "OYEZ!" with the best of them, and learn the Litanies required moving the competitions along (and not "blowing out" your voice in the process)! Not to mention Court, Duty & Book!
· "Weaving": Baroness Anastasia (aka: "Auntie") will be there to help you with setting up a loom, and, if she is her typical self, you can expect her to possibly help with the basics of "Illumination". You always wanted to know what it takes to draw those lovely scrolls, well, here's a chance to see it first-hand! (See it, learn it, DO IT!)
Lots more stuff in the works! Make sure to see the Site Handout at "Gate" when you get there to see what else is planned. We may even have a "Spontaneous Bardic", so be ready!
As the afternoon draws near, we will fire up the grills for the BBQ. Golden Rivers will provide hot-dogs & hamburgers. Please bring a dish to share, and your own non-alcoholic beverages.
Location: Howe Park 2201 Howe Ave. The corner of Howe and Cottage. Site opens at 9:00am, and the event "ends" at 6:00pm. However, folks will undoubtedly stay later.
Site Fee: FREE!!! However, any donations will be gladly accepted.
Autocrat: Vincenzo Saracini (mka: Glen Sarcona) 916-993-8004 (Before 9:00 PM)
3680 David Drive, North Highlands, CA 95660. thesarconas@yahoo.com
The Lord and Lady of Golden Rivers, James and Annora, invite you to a stellar feast to celebrate the founding of our great province. The theme for this years feast is British Isles and is being cooked by last years team. If you were here last year then you know the food will be good. There will also be a silent auction and a Toys for Tots Gathering. We are challenging all the other groups that have events between Thanksgiving and 12th night to beat our total number of toys gathered. The Arts and Sciences competition is Anything Thread. This is defined as needlework, weaving, etc. There will also be a A&S display to show off the fabulous arts that is practiced by the people of the Province. If we have time, there will be dancing.
Site Info: Carmichael Park Clubhouse 5750 Grant Ave, Carmichael, Ca 95608 Tickets are $15.00 in advance and $20 at the door. Children 6-12 are $10 and 5 and under are free. The non-member surcharge collected at the door to make bookkeeping easier. Tickets are available by mail or in person from Moira. The hall will be open at 5pm and first course starts promptly at 6pm.
Autocrat: Moira O'Connor (Carol Whitney) 841 Cathedral court #2 Sacramento, Ca 95825/ 530-517-0095/ moira@evenstarkeep.org
Directions: Take Hwy 50 the Watt Blvd Exit. Go North. Turn right at Fair Oaks Blvd. Go 5.4 miles. Turn left on Grant Ave. The park and clubhouse are on your left side. Turn left into the first driveway. Park behind the clubhouse.
It is time once again for the Golden Rivers Rapier Championship and Collegium! Our Champion Justin has decided it shall be a "meat grinder" style tournament with sword and buckler. The two top scoring fighters will go to finals with their best weapons. In addition to the fighting, we have several classes planned including, horse breeds and tack, maolica tile glazing, how to run a list and more! There will also be a bbq at the end of the day. Golden Rivers will supply hamburgers, hot dogs, buns, mustard and ketchup. Please bring your own side dishes.
Site Information: Site is open from 10am-7pm There is no site fee, but donations are appreciated and there may be a silent auction during the even to help raise funds.
Directions: Contact the webminister
Our champion Gunther and his Lady Juliana have guided our fair Province of Golden Rivers during the past year. Now come and see who will be their heirs by right of combat on the list field. Tournament to be followed by a potluck feast to celebrate.
Site opens at 10 am and closes at 10 pm
Site fee: $5 for members $8 for non members and children 16 and under are free
(Contact the webminister for directions)
Come and celebrate the anniversary of Golden Rivers with feasting, dancing and frolic. The feast will be from recipes Russian in nature. There will also be a silent auction, toys for tots drop off and dancing, if time permits.
Head cook and autocrat: Moira O'Connor (Carol Whitney) 841 Cathedral Court #2 Sacramento, CA 95825 916-483-1594 moira@evenstarkeep.org Hall Steward: Aine Ingen Fhinn aine@halberd.org
Site information: Site opens at 5pm and closes at 10PM. Feast begins at 6PM. Site fee is $15.00 for over 12, $7.50 for 6-11 under 6 free. Tickets can be purchased from the autocrat, hall steward, or Lady Caoilinn Rose Maddox (530-329-1223)
Directions: Take Hwy 50 to Watt Ave. Go North. Turn right on Fair Oaks Blvd. Follow until you get to Engle. Turn left on Engle. Go to La Sierra Community Center. Enter at the first driveway. Stay on the right and follow around the buildings to Gibbons. Turn left. The room is immediately on the left. There will be signs to follow. La sierra Community Center 5325 Engle Rd Suite 700 Carmichael, CA 95608
The Good People of Golden Rivers invite one and all to join them for their Rapier Championship, and A & S Collegium! Come spend a day with friends, old and new, watching the fighting prowess of the West Kingdoms Rapier Fighters! Cheer you favorites on, as they move with skill and grace, while facing their opponents!
And in between the fighting, you will also be able to partake in a number of classes and activities that will broaden your A &S Horizons! Classes are still being formed, so look for more details soon! If you are interested in teaching a class, please contact the Autocrat!
Afterwards, the Province will be hosting a Pot-Luck BBQ. Bring a dish to share! There will be a charcoal grill available for cooking, but no electricity for crock-pots.
Location: Carmichael Park, Sacramento CA.
Time: Site opens at 09:30, closes at 6:00 (Maybe later, if folks are having a great time!)
Site Fee: FREE (However, some classes may include a fee for materials.)
Autocrat: Francesca Saracini D'Polermo (Frances Sarcona) contact the webminister for directions
Their Highness' of the Mists Roric and Syele and Their cousins Daniel and Aeschine Prince and Princess of Cynagua invite you to join them as the armies of the Mists and Cynagua Clash in the spectacle of honor and chivalry that is the Mists/Cynagua War. Come and bring Glory to your Principality by word and deed, Your Princes will be there . Will you let them stand alone?
Their Majesties invite one and all to come and bear witness to the coronation of Their Heirs. Come Celebrate the grand traditions of the West with courts arts & sciences, fighting, singing, dancing, and archery.
Site Rules: As in previous years, there are certain terms with which we had to agree to rent the property.
1. No Ground Fires. Only contained, attended, and above-ground fires with a fire extinguisher within 20 feet are allowed.
2. We are restricted to areas we have rented. Do not go into the hills or woods surrounding the site. This is where the owner has put the sheep for the duration of the event.
3. Absolutely NO pets are allowed on site. NO exceptions.
There is no guarantee of water on site, so please make sure you bring water for drinking and washing. The water that IS on site (spigots and creek) is not potable.
