Jun 15
Citadel is currently looking to fill the office of Baronial Youth Minister. The Youth Minister is responsible for organizing activities for children and youth at Baronial events and activities such as Baronial Days and Populace Gatherings. Youth Activities should be considered as an integral part of event planning, so that a suitable location can be …
Jun 15
Sayyid Tariq ibn Yusuf ibn Askari al Ghassani Joining the Society for Creative Anachronism is an exciting prospect for many people. Whether they are a history buff, a cosplayer, a medieval combat enthusiast or even a Fantasy/Sci-Fi fan, being in the SCA is a chance to take a step away from their everyday mundane life …
Jun 13
ARROW: The month of May saw 163 archers at weekly practices, hot weather and winds in the Citadel. We have a strong archery officer corp, with myself, Jim Volker, Scott Honaker, Michael Duckworth, Ashley Rench, Raul Escalante, and Aimee Fivet Mack working hard to improve the archery program. We have new targets that are lighter and easier …
Jun 13
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 …
Jun 13
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 …
Jun 05
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 …
May 30
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 …
May 19
reetings to one and all. People are the lifeblood of our organization. Without people, we cease to have any meaning or importance, so it stands to reason that more people means more fun, but how do we get more people? Recruiting! Everyone is a recruiter, whether you’re actively or passively …
Jun 24
Throughout history, the generosity of the Landed Nobility has been termed “largesse”. In the SCA, the giving of largesse by the Crown and Coronets allows for them to show that their wealth and happiness is a direct result of the wealth and happiness of the populace. Not only is gift-giving expected of Royalty, it is …
Jun 16
The Barony has shown remarkable recovery over the past 4 ½ years since the Investiture of Baron Christopher and Baroness Jamilla. During their tenure the Barony went from 38 (paid) members to 88 at their stepping down (Their tenure lasted 21 months). The Barony is currently at 92 (paid) members, having peaked at 106 between …