Time: 6:30 pm Wednesday Nights, 12 Noon Sundays
Location: UW Stock Pavilion (For directions and special rules regarding use of the site, see the Meeting Sites page.)
Contact: Jois Corbet (Deena Patterson) , 608-838-4092 , corv...@gmail.com
SCA heavy Fighting is open to Lords and Ladies of our Society and they engage in full speed and full force martial combat. This combat system is one based on the honor of the participants, as it is up to them to recognize and acknowledge which blows are valid. Safety is important - weapons are made of rattan (a type of wood that frays instead of splintering) and protective armor is required to ensure safety of the fighters. Links to information about SCA Armored Combat can be found on the Combat page.
Time: 7 pm Wednesdays, 12 Noon Sundays
Location: On Wednesdays: UW Stock Pavilion
Sundays during summer/good weather: Wingra Park, 800 Knickerbocker St, Madison.
Sundays in bad weather/over winter: UW Stock Pavilion
(For directions to these sites and special rules regarding use of the Stock Pavilion, see the Meeting Sites page.)
Contact: James Applegate (James Bird) , 715-760-0603 , knig...@jararvellir.org
We have almost all the materials, most of the tools, and many patterns needed to make SCA armor. We can teach pretty much anybody enough basic metal and leather working to build basic armor. Anyone with a metal working project is welcome. There is a charge for materials, but you will probably be surprised by how cheap iron and such are. Wear long pants and shoes (not sandals). In the Winter wear warm clothes, as the workshop is not effectively heated.
Time: By prior arrangement, please contact Giles.
Location: 3314 Ridgeway Ave. , Madison, WI 53704 One block north of E. Washington Ave. via Carpenter St.
Contact: Magisterfrater Giles Devon (Ed Gilbert) , 608-244-2845 , hors...@gmail.com
An evening of Bardic activities - singing, story telling, music and other performance arts.
Time: Second Friday of each month
Location: Jose's house (contact him for time directions)
Contact: Jose Sao Pacian (Stephen Rodrigues-Pavao) , , ltop...@yahoo.com
Fermented Guild of Jararvellir
Time: (varies)
Location: Call for time and location.
Contact: Robert the Stout (Robert Trefz) , 608-441-6150 , rtr...@tds.net
Catfish Scriptorium The guild is for the purpose of studying calligraphy and illumination as it was done in the middle ages. We study the scribal arts from different time periods and countries, using period work to learn from. One does not need to study both calligraphy and illumination to participate and no previous study of "art" is necessary -- anyone can do it.
Time: Tuesdays 7pm
Location: Call for location
Contact: Lady Eile inghean Ailgheasaigh (Alicia Cronk) or Annora (Wendy Nelson) , 608-244-9054 before 10pm or 608-438-6530 , wend...@yahoo.com
Jararvellir Cordial Guild
Time:
Location: No regular meetings. Contact for time and location.
Contact: Lady Cianna (Carrie Wilkey) , 608-220-1947 , cian...@teadame.com
What is hound coursing? In the Middle Ages, sighthounds were a category of dog bred to sight and chase down prey. Probably the best known sighthound is the greyhound. Sighthounds also include Irish wolfhounds, Borzoi, Whippets, and Scottish Deerhounds. However, in the Current Middle Ages, we do not use live prey, but rather a lure, usually some sort of bag.
Time:
Location: No regular meetings.
Contact: Lady Cwenthryth Wine (Toni Sumner-Beebe) , 608-298-0918 , tcsu...@wisc.edu
Not currently active but information is available.
Time:
Location: No regular meetings.
Contact: Alissende de Montfaucon (Tammy Thompson) , 608-212-5433 , alis...@centurytel.net
We do period dances of Italy, France, and England from the 15th and 16th centuries, as well as later dances upon request. These include Burgundian Basse, Italian Balli, Bassedanze, Gagliardi, and Cascardi, French Bransles and Pavans, and English Almans. They range from extremely easy to rather complex. Dances are for couples, trios, and larger groups. One does not need a partner to attend dance practice. Visit the European Dance guild website maintained by Rochl Sternkiker.
Time:
Location: No regular meetings.
Contact: Seeking , , ...@
Fletching is the art of making arrows. Whether you wish to make a set for yourself, repair broken arrows for the Barony, or just see how it is done, the Fletchers Guild will welcome you. Making a set of arrows for yourself from start to finish will take 3 to 6 days. The steps include shaft preperation and dipping, nocking, tipping, fletching (putting on the feathers) and wrapping.
Time: Friday 6:30pm
Location: 5418 Imagine St, Madison
Contact: Toussaint de Caluwe (Tyson Patterson) , 608-838-4092 , cptd...@yahoo.com
The Jararvellir Fool's Guild defies description, and that is all that will be said about that. What, you would like a bit more? Very well. In its current incarnation the Fool's Guild is re-recreating an authentic original replica of a 16th century Commedia D'ell Arte troupe, holding rehearsals, developing our performance skills such as improvisational comedy, juggling, tumbling, and other forms of mischief. At the same time we are researching and learning how to take on familiar characters such as the fabulously unknowledgable Dottore, the unswervingly inept Capitano Fracasse, the insatiably ravenous Giovanna Arlecchina, and the deviously blunt Ursula. Currently the ensemble is rehearsing and producing their first play under the benevolent direction of Lord Rascal i Scampi. As this is an improvisational art form, it requires a great deal of practice. Every Wednesday we spend two hours developing scenes, working on our characters either in mask and costume or in word and wit, and in general doing our best to have a foolish time. Though we are currently producing a play, the art form is improvisational and easily adaptable to new members or other good gentles interested in Period theatre art (or not-so-gentles; this is, after all, the beginning of slapstick).
Time: No regular meetings
Location: UW Stock Pavilion (For directions and special rules regarding use of the site, see the Meeting Sites page.)
Contact: Sarah The Foole (Sarah Bloy) , 608-215-1407 , bers...@gmail.com
We play instrumental ensemble music composed before 1600. While the most common instrument is recorder, we also welcome guitars, hammered dulcimers, violins, trumpets, trombones, oboes, flutes -- any instrument that is closely related to one that existed prior to 1600. If you have no prior instrumental experience, we will be happy to teach you to read music and play the recorder.
Time: Monday 7pm to 10pm
Location: UW Memorial Union (check "Today in the Union" on the web or near the entrances of the Unions for the room assignment)
Contact: Lord Nikolaus , 608-846-0859 , n_au...@hotmail.com
The Jararvellir Middle Eastern Dance Guild devotes itself to the study and practice of the dance forms familiar to the area; including (but not limited to) Turkish, Persian, Indian and Egyptian styles. The guild primarily dances in the Raks Sharki form (Egyptian for "Danse Orientale") with some modifications depending on the area of interest. We would be more than happy to learn other styles, however.
Time:
Location: No regular meetings
Contact: Lady Kenya (Heather Cushing) , 608-203-5739 , only...@charter.net
The Needle Arts Guild researches various forms of textile arts, including embroidery, spinning, weaving, and knitting. We are always willing to help newcomers learn new skills or begin new projects. We have a Yahoo Group for members, which is another place to get location information from week to week. You can sign up here. (Note, for garb-related questions, see also the Clothiers Guild.)
Time: Tuesday 7:30pm
Location: Call for directions (changes from week to week)
Contact: Lady Helena Caxton (Sara Andrews) , 608-957-2392 , hele...@gmail.com
More information forthcoming.
Time: No regular meetings
Location: Contact Annora for information.
Contact: Annora (Wendy Nelson) , 608-438-6530 , wend...@yahoo.com
SCA rapier combat differs from traditional Olympic style fencing in several ways, including the use of a heavier blade called a schlager and the incorporation non-linear movements. In addition, secondary weapons (such as daggers, extra swords and cloaks) can be used. Links to additional information about SCA rapier combat rules can be found on the Combat page.
Time: 6:30 pm Wednesdays
Location: UW Stock Pavilion (For directions and special rules regarding use of the site, see the Meeting Sites page.)
Contact: Nikolaus der Auslander (Clint Hotaling) , 608-846-0859 , rapi...@jararvellir.org
Social practice is an opportunity for members of the barony to get together and just enjoy each others' company - we eat, drink, talk, and work on projects. We usually meet at a local restaurant or tavern - check for the location by asking at the Stock Pavilion, as it often changes.
Time: Wednesday Nights 9pm-ish
Location: Call to verify
Contact: Mistress Eithni ingen Talorgan (Jean Hetzel) , 608-628-7782 , ...@
Thrown Weapons practice is your chance to try throwing knives, axes, and spears. We throw axes and knives at wooden targets, and spears at cardboard or foam, at distances from 10 to 30 feet. This is an easy activity to try, and it is open to everyone, kids and adults. There are no costs or membership requirements. Of course, you do need to follow some basic safety rules and pay attention to the Marshal in charge of the practice. We have loaner gear (axes, knives, and spears) for people to use, but we encourage people to get their own equipment if they want to do this regularly. (We have lots of cool catalogs to order from!) Stop on by and give us a try!
Time: 2 pm on scheduled Sundays (see Calendar link above
Location: UW Stock Pavilion (For directions and special rules regarding use of the site, see the Meeting Sites page.)
Contact: Toussaint de Caluwe (Tyson Patterson) , 608-838-4092 , cptd...@yahoo.com
The Vocal Music Guild welcomes all voices, with or without previous training or choral experience. We sing a variety of songs from throughout the period and from a number of cultures.
Time: Thursday 7pm to 9pm
Location: UW Memorial Union (check "Today in the Union" on the web or near the entrances of the Unions for the room assignment)
Contact: Sarah The Foole (Sarah Bloy) , 608-215-1407 , berz...@gmail.com
Youth Boffer Combat is an activity where kids age 6-17 can learn how to fight using padded weapons, in the same general style and spirit as Armored Combat for adults - just hitting very lightly and with specially made padded weapons.
Time: 6:30 pm Wednesday Nights
Location: UW Stock Pavilion (For directions and special rules regarding use of the site, see the Meeting Sites page.)
Contact: Jack Flanders (David Hall) , 608-658-5802 , j...@pobox.com