This Sunday a whole bunch of us went out to Corby & Thjora's for 4th Sundays where we could do archery, thrown weapons, projects, and eat. That was the plan atleast, the rain and the cold prevented the archery but some thrown weapons did happen. Sewing definitely happened (too bad the pictures of Charles with the super tight, bright red pants didn't turn out). A fair amount of leather work was also going on, but since I was not directly involved hopefully those who were could write a little something about it (hint hint).

In addition, we got really close and got to know each other better... in the cars. We fit 5 people in my car and 3 people in Bubba's truck. It was a really tight fit all around, though I heard the fit in the truck was much more amusing because they got to hold things like the arrows on their laps.

We just finished Personas & Pizza night where we (11 students) ate pizza while Lord Gotfrid talked to us about heraldry, personas, and devices. With a mix of stories, examples, and documentation he explained how one might come up with a name, how to think about doing a persona, and answered questions.

I knew a little about how names were registered in the SCA but I definitely learned a lot more. For example, evidently I can have up to four names officially registered. Given that I don't even have one persona done yet, that is plenty. I had no clue about anything in the devices arena and now I understand some of the rules about color and symbols. Perhaps by this time next year I shall have a device. I know the general idea of what I want to do, but other things like finishing my Elisabethan garb in time for KASF are higher priority.

More than anything, Gotfrid was just fun to listen to and hear stories about German naming and the history thereof. Thanks again Gotfrid for talking to us.

Since IM is the default method lots of students use to communicate, it seems reasonable to harness that.

So, while I'm online and at work, and sometimes when I'm away from work, I'm logging in to the AIM chatroom SCA at UVa. Clicking on that link should take you there if your computer is configured correctly.

My AIM username is mdawson@mac.com

Text you there!

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Our regularly scheduled Rapier and Armored Combat practice happens every Thursday, weather permitting, 5:30-8 pm. Practices happen at the lower level of the Scott Stadium parking garage during the winter when Eastern Standard Time is in effect. During Eastern Daylight Time, we practice at the Dells behind the Ed school, above the basketball courts. Feel free to call 434-982-4021 during business hours before practice if you are concerned about weather.

Students for Creative Anachronism works closely with the local off-grounds medieval group, the Shire of Isenfir. So we share a common calendar.

Call any contact person to arrange a ride to any off-campus SCA event.

If you are interested in meeting us or getting involved there are many on grounds opportunities for you to do so. You can join us at any point during a semester or summer and all local activities are free unless otherwise stated. The calendar and email lists have the final information for scheduling. Use the contact form to reach us.

The two most regular on grounds activities are dance and fight practice. See below for details on these and the rest of our activities.

Dance

1st & 3rd Wednesdays at 7pm in New Cabell room 123. We learn and practice European Renaissance dances. Come learn and enjoy the social and courtly dances of the 15th, 16th and 17th centuries. No partner or experience is needed. In addition, no special clothes or shoes are required.

Fight Practice

Regular Thursday night fight practice takes place on grounds. Come out to see the physical side of history! Anyone interested in matters medieval is welcome, with an emphasis on the martial side of things. If you want to give heavy weapons combat or rapier a try, wear comfortable clothes and athletic shoes or boots. There's no fee for instruction!

We practice on Grounds from 5:30 until dark (or later) at the Dells behind Ruffner Hall every Thursday during Daylight Savings Time, weather permitting. (This is between Bonnycastle Rd. and Ruffner Hall, adjacent to parking lot R-1.)

Practices are outside, so during the winter and in case of rain we practice on the lower level of the Scott Stadium Parking Garage. For last minute updates, call Corby at 982-4021 Thursday during the day.

Hand Crafters

2nd & 4th Wednesdays at 7:30 off campus. Contact Kendra if you need a ride or directions. At handcrafters we do a variety of things including sewing, playing period card games, and occassionally a movie. You don't need to bring a project, you are more than welcome to just socialize or learn something new.

Thrown Weapons & Archery

4th Sundays at 1pm off campus. Contact Kendra if you need a ride. Loaner equipment is available if you are interested in giving it a try.

Workshops

In addition, we occassionally hold workshops on various subjects. In the past we have done ones on creating garb (design and sewing help was readily available), creating personas, cooking, mask making, and many others. Consult the calendar for exact times & dates of upcoming ones. These can be held on or off campus.