16th Century Basque @ Red Bay Labrador
Herr Wilhelm von Pottruff & THL Cristabell Wensleydale
Our findings from when we investigated Red Bay artifacts and reports on the Basque Whalers who worked at whaling camps along Newfoundland and Labrador coasts during the Sixteenth Century with a focus on their clothing. This included the artifacts we had access to at Memorial University of Newfoundland, artifacts at the Red Bay site, interviews with the staff and previous investigators as well as access to a number of published and unpublished reports and articles from the Government of Canada.
This was stage one in working with Parks Canada on an accurate reproduction of Basque Whaler outfits for their interpreters.
Donations may be requested to defray printing costs.
This class is appropriate for all ages
16th Century Italian Dance: Chiaranzana
Master James Blackcloak
Chiaranzana is a fun and elegant dance from 16th Century Italy for a line of couples. It bears many similarities to Trenchmore and other English Country Dances. This class is suitable for all skill levels, including absolute beginners.
This class is appropriate for all ages
A look at Digby’s Mead Brewing
Amiger Ulrich von Kues
This class will look at the process used in mead brewing that are found in Sir Kenelm Digby’s manual: The Closet Of Sir Kenelm Digby Knight. And how they compare to modern methods of mead brewing.
This class is not appropriate for minors
An Examination of Romani in Art
Baroness Pesha of Little Egypt Baroness Pesha of Little Egypt
We will be examining representations of Romani in art both within SCA period and a bit beyond. We will look at and discuss how they are portrayed (good vs. evil), clothing choices, how to incorporate this into the SCA, and how to spot a Romani in art. NOTE: There will be uses of the slur term for these people in the titles of some pieces of art. The instructor will only use the term Rom/Romani when referring to these people within the class.
Children 12 and under should be accompanied by their parents. All people 13 or older are welcome
The art of perfumery in ancient Rome
Dúgū Jìnán (Virtual Teacher)
This class is dedicated to the perfumery in ancient Rome. We will discuss the aromatics used and their sources, methods used for preparation and contemporary views on perfuming. I will cover both written sources and archaeological discoveries. The class notes are available on my blog at https://kasiagromek.com/2020/04/04/historical-perfumery-in-the-west-from-the-bronze-age-to-classical-antiquity/.
Youths (13-17) should be accompanied by their Parent/s. This class is not appropriate for people 12 and under
Approaches to Redacting Recipes
Baroness Lucia de Enzinas (Virtual Teacher)
A power point format class on the questions to explore when redacting, or examining, recipes from primary sources. Often recipes can be vague on proportions, spices, and cooking methods but there are ways to interpret and follow these recipes with yummy results. Mad scientists and cooks welcome.
Parents should contact the teacher for people 12 and under. All people 13 and older are welcome
Bardic. Songs of Ealdormere and more
Baron Duncan MacLeod
Sing the songs of Ealdormere, period songs, and more
This class is appropriate for all levels
Camino- Pilgrimage of St James, Then and Now
Baroness Eleanor Cadfan
This course explores the historical origins of the Camino de Santiago de Compostella in Spain, and the cult of St James the Greater. We will discuss the role relics and pilgrimage played in Medieval Europe at various levels of society and tell a few of the legends that have made the Camino an enduring pilgrimage route to this day. Having recently returned from walking the modern pilgrimage route, the course will also touch on what it feels like to travel this ancient way and the logistic of making your own pilgrimage in the modern world. This class is not suitable for minors.
Card Games, Piquet, Poch, Loadem, Tarot
Antony
An open games table will be available with a teacher to teach folk how to play four period card games.
Parents should contact the teacher for people 12 and under. All people 13 and older are welcome
Come Play some Medieval Indoor Games
Meisterin Siglinde Harfnerstochter
Come try out some medieval board and dice games. There will be multiple games set up for you to try. Most will require 2-4 players, so it’s also a great way to meet new people
This class is appropriate for all levels
Constructing a basic tunic
Constance of Caldrithig
The T-tunic, as we call it, is a basic garment for most of the cultures over the most of the SCA period. We will go over one way to construct a tunic, and discuss variations observed in various situations. A wee example will be constructed in class. Intended for new costumers.
Children 12 and under should be accompanied by their parents. All people 13 or older are welcome
Limit of 20 participants
Dance Class for Kids
Master Martin Bildner and Dame Emma Dansmeyla
A fun and active class for kids.
This class is intended for children, but adults are welcome too
DARC round table on the Viking Age
AElfwyn et Langanwuda, Siglinde Harfnerstochter, Stephin Armistrang, Sylard of Eagleshaven
How do you approach re-creating daily life in the Viking Age? Drawing on decades of practical experience presenting this period before (literally) tens of thousands of the general public, as well as individual lifetimes as working artisans, four prominent members of the Dark Ages Re-creation Company will discuss aspects and issues related to not only this historic period, but undertaking living history in general. Topics will range from the general (Viking vs Norse?), the practical (balancing historic vs modern tools and materials), to the topical (perceptions and representations of gender). Opinions are likely to differ, and discussion with the audience is expected!
This class is appropriate for Youth but not Children
History of Ealdormere in Song
Baron Duncan MacLeod
This is an explanation of the history of Ealdormere as told in Mistress Heather Dale’s “History of Ealdormere”
Children 12 and under should be accompanied by their parents. All people 13 or older are welcome
Introduction to Embroidery
For people who’ve never done embroidery
Constance of Caldrithig
Never done embroidery? Want to give it a try? Sign up for this class. We will learn the most common stitches found in SCA period embroidery, all about floss and ground fabric, hoops and tools. Stitches covered: Stem & outline stitch, Bayeux stitch (aka laid and couched), Split stitch, and back stitch. A practice kit will be available.
Children 12 and under should be accompanied by their parents. All people 13 or older are welcome
Limit: 10 kits, no limit on observers. No requested donations
Introduction to SCA Period Embroidery
Constance of Caldrithig
This is a lecture class (though kits from old classes will be available for those interested parties). We will cover the many different types and styles of embroidery from the SCA period. We will discuss the stitches, materials, and tools used. This class is intended for anyone, no embroidery skills are required.
This class is appropriate for all ages
Introduction to Knitting
THL Giovanni Orseolo
I will be teaching one method of casting on and then the knit and purl stitches. I will provide one pair of needles and a ball of yarn for each student. There will be a short handout.
Parents should contact the teacher for people 12 and under. All people 13 and older are welcome
Limit of 5 participants
Introduction to woodworking
Making a 6 panel chest and getting started with carving
The Honourable Lady Morag Taylor
This is a class to get people started with making wood chests. Also how to start with basic woodcarving. How to start with minimal tools.
Children 12 and under should be accompanied by their parents. All people 13 or older are welcome
Iron in the Middle Ages
Darrell Markewitz
The history of interest inside the SCA (500 – 1600) spans a huge series of innovations in the initial production, working methods and final objects made from iron. All of these influence the relative status of iron objects, from early use of nails through to late period plate armours, which is of special interest to equipping re-enactors, This illustrated lecture will break the years into three rough time slots, with examples of iron smelting, blacksmithing, and both martial and domestic objects within each. Join Darrell Markewitz, who has specialized in historic based metalwork at his Wareham Forge since 1992.
This class is appropriate for Youth but not Children
Leather Tooling
Master Martin Bildner and Dame Emma Dansmeyla
Learn the basics of leather tooling.
This class is intended for children, but adults are welcome too.
Making Wooden Wagons
Master Martin Bildner and Dame Emma Dansmeyla
Come make wooden wagons with Martin and Emma.
This class is intended for children, but adults are welcome too.
Romani: An Introduction to Playing the Persona
Baroness Pesha of Little Egypt Baroness Pesha of Little Egypt
Want a *Romani* persona, but don’t know how/where to start? Learn about the *Rom*, their history, common pitfalls, and the fun of this fascinating persona. We will be covering their history, migration routes, clothing, and how to portray this persona within the SCA. Note: There will be references of the slur term for these people in the titles of some pieces of art and book titles. The instructor will only use the term Rom/Romani when referring to these people within the class.
Children 12 and under should be accompanied by their parents. All people 13 or older are welcome
Semper Ubi Sub Ubi
Always where under where
La Magnifica Laura Battista
A [brief] social and practical survey of underwear in Europe through the Medieval and Renaissance periods – shirts, shorts and supports for men and women. Lecture format, some patterns included in handout.
Parents should contact the teacher for people 12 and under. All people 13 and older are welcome
$1.00 requested donation for handout
Simple Penannular Brooches
Baron Cesare Ambrogino di Salvazzi
We are going to make small, simple, penannular brooches, the concept of which can be upgraded to larger versions
This class is appropriate for Youth but not Children
Limit of 7 participants, a requested donation of $2 for materials
Slave Rebellions in the Americas Before 1600
Meisterin Siglinde Harfnerstochter
We all know a bit about the transatlantic trade in enslaved peoples but what do you know about those who were able to escape? Find out about the communities they established from Brazil to Mexico, and the cultural impact that still lasts today.
Parents of minors should contact the teacher before signing up or attending
Spices in Medieval Europe
Frowe Dorothea af Holm (Virtual Teacher)
A short introduction on the most common spices in European cooking during the medieval era. This includes where the spices originated from, their introduction to Europe, and how they were used.
Children 12 and under should be accompanied by their parents. All people 13 or older are welcome
Starting in Blacksmithing for Re-enactors
Darrell Markewitz
As popular culture exploits an interest in blacksmithing, more and more people are drawn to a first attempt to pick up a hammer. Forget what you see on ‘Forged in Fire’! Drawing from a lifetime at the forge and decades of teaching experience, this combination illustrated lecture and Q & A, will look at contemporary blacksmithing equipment and processes, with an eye to the differences between modern, traditional and historic methods. A particular focus will be important practical advice for the beginning smith.
Parents of Youths (13-17) should contact the teacher. This class is not appropriate for people 12 or under