Category: Officer News

The Demo Isn’t Over Yet

Recruiting is one of the more difficult activities for us in this age of modern technology and instant gratification, but it doesn’t have to be that way. We’ve already begun leveraging virtual interest cards and automated emailing systems to make and maintain contact with new, potential members. We’ve hosted a demo, we’ve gathered interest, but …

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The Scribe: June 13, 2018

We will be having an Arcis Calamus meeting this Thursday, June 14, at 7pm at my home on the far east side of El Paso.  We don’t have a set lesson, but instead will be doing an open calligraphy and illumination night.  I have materials for gilding and various other techniques on hand, and I …

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The Archer: June 14, 2018

ARROW: Good morning!  This weekend, June 16, is looking a little iffy for archery.  There is a 45% chance of rain during our archery time frame and winds a bit higher than usual.  The temperature should be fantastic in the low 80s, so at least it’ll be cooler than usual!  I’m thinking we will set …

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The Archer: June 5, 2018

ARROW: Good morning archers!  There will be no archery this weekend at the museum, BUT we will be at Soldier Con on Fort Bliss!  Please come out and support your Barony!  We will be in front of the Grand Theater, under a blue sunshade.  We will have the hospitality tent for volunteers and fighting all …

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Vacancy: Rook Pursuivant (Baronial Herald)

Baronial Herald for The Citadel of the Southern Pass is a titled position (Rook Pursuivant) in the College of Heralds, as well as a Greater Office of the Barony. The primary responsibility of the Rook is to serve the heraldic needs of the Barony (voice, book, and Court); in addition, the Rook should support heraldic …

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Welcome Your New Seneschal

Good afternoon Citadel! We are pleased to announce that Her Excellency, Countess Claudia Lisabetta Senatori da Firenze has been appointed as our new Baronial Seneschal. We look forward to working with her. She can be reached at seneschal@southernpass.org if you have business with the seneschalate or if you simply wish to send her a friendly …

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Weds Night Fencing is Here — Learn Fencing

Wednesday night rapier practice, aka sword therapy, will be held at Military Gamer Supply, 6:30 PM. Come join us in learning the art of defense. They kindly hosts the practice, please support their patronage as much as possible. 1121 Larry Mahan Dr, Suite A  El Paso,TX 79925 [flexiblemap address=”1121 Larry Mahan Drive, Suite A, El …

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Tuesday Fighter Practice Moved to Veterans Park — What You Need to Know!

The Barony is moving the Tuesday Night Fighter’s Practice to Veterans Park, which can be found by adding the following address to your favorite directions app or checking out the Google Maps entry below. Also, please take note at how we’re scheduling the Fighter Practices because every other week is typically an Armoring Guild or Woodworking …

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Demo Demo — Let’s Talk About Doing Demos – 2 June 18 @ 6 PM

We’re hosting a discussion about Demos at Signore Bernardo’s estate on Saturday, June 2nd at 6 PM. Why? Well, because we’re working on getting better at bringing more future friends into the Barony centering around building personal relationships with potential recruits. We’ll be discussing a few To Do’s and Not To Do’s so everyone can …

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You Have Things You Need the World to Know About

Have you ever wanted your own SCA blog? Do you have something you want to write about but don’t know where to publish it? Are you worried you won’t get enough exposure or don’t even know where to begin? We’re Here to Help You Have no fear, Citadel is here! We’re looking for folks to …

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