We have almost all the materials, most of the tools, and many patterns needed to make SCA armour. 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 suprised 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: Tuesday 7pm to 10pm
Location: 3314 Ridgeway Ave., Madison One block north of E. Washington Ave. via Carpenter St.
Contact: Magisterfrater Giles Devon (Ed Gilbert), 244-2845, horsebows (at) inxpress (dot) net
Fermented Guild of Jararvellir
Time: Third Monday of the month
Location: Call for location
Contact: Robert the Stout (Robert Trefz), 441-6150, rtrefz (at) tds (dot) 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: Contact for location
Contact: Lady Eile inghean Ailgheasaigh, 244-9054 before 10pm, leleth.faery@yahoo.com
Time: Mondays 7pm
Location: Contact for Location and Dates
Contact: Iohanna, 957-9072, arebekah (at) gmail (dot) com
Jararvellir Cordial Guild
Time: First Tuesdays 7:30pm
Location: Contact for location
Contact: Lady Cianna (Carrie Wilkey), 846-8008, cianna (at) teadame (dot) com
Time: The Coursing Activity does not have regular meetin
Location:
Contact: Lady Cwenthryth Wine (Toni Sumner-Beebe), 298-0918, tcsumner (at) wisc (net) edu
The Equestrian Activity does not have regular meetings.
Time: The Equestrian Activity does not have regular meet
Location:
Contact: Alissende de Montfaucon (Tammy Thompson), 212-5433, alissende (at) centurytel (dot) 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: Sunday 3pm to 6pm
Location: UW Memorial Union, sometimes Union South (check "Today in the Union" on the web or near the entrances of the Unions for the room assignment)
Contact: Lady Thea (Thea Frank), 223-9567, theaafrank (at) yahoo (dot) com
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), 838-4092
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 improvisationsl 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
Contact: Alienor Hathaway (Mariessa Dobrick), 658-8941, reesa83 (at) aol (dot) 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, 846-0859, n_auslander (at) hotmail (dot) 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: Wednesday 8:15pm
Location: UW Stock Pavilion
Contact: Lady Kenya (Heather Cushing), 298-0103, evilkenya (at) tds (dot) 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. (Note, for garb-related questions, see also the Clothiers Guild)
Time: Tuesday 7:30pm
Location: Call for directions
Contact: Lady Helena Caxton (Sara Andrews), 414-507-5872, lostvirtue76 (at) yahoo (dot) com
More Info Forthcoming.
Time: First or Second Monday (alternating with Clothier'
Location: Fired Up Pottery
Contact: Wendy Nelson, 438-6530, wendybyrd42 (at) yahoo (dot) com
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: Second Wednesdays if scheduled
Location: UW Stock Pavilion - See the special rules regarding use
Contact: Currently Seeking new Primary Contact
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: Aliénor Hathaway (Mariessa Dobrick), 658-8941, reesa83 (at) aol (dot) com