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  • Fall Arts, Sciences, and Feasting! The TL;DR summary
    by Caterina da Savona

    We have so much going on! A&S Day Camp on Sept 6th. And Harvest Feast on Oct 11th, with A&S and Bardic championships, scholars’ presentations, an all-day FEAST, and more! Oh, yeah, and our SCA community yard sale will be Sept 28th.

    Fall Arts & Sciences Day Camp:

    This twice-a-year celebration of classes and open project space returns on September 6th. Details on our website: https://dragonslaire.antir.org/wordpress/events/ans-day-camp/

    Schedule-at-a-glance for the fall 2025 A&S Day Camp
    Schedule-at-a-glance for the Fall 2025 Art & Sciences Day Camp

    Harvest Feast 2025:

    Join us for an all-day feast on October 11th — featuring New World foods, our annual Arts & Sciences and Bardic Championship competitions, Scholarly presentations, and MORE. Details and menu at: https://dragonslaire.antir.org/wordpress/events/harvest-feast/ and https://antir.org/events/harvest-feast-53/

    Pre-registration is required for the event and feast, due to a hall capacity of only 200 people. Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScEF1EUGVPIiNpb1P9j1RWKQvkdxvdjHwjh9QLW6csSK_yEKA/viewform

    Important deadlines:

    Harvest Feast October 11, 2025 hosted by the Barony of Dragon's Laire
    Cover image: Tepeilhuitl ceremony with feasting and tepictoton, Bernardino de Sahagún and collaborators, General History of the Things of New Spain, also called the Florentine Codex, vol. 1, book. 1, folio 22, 1575–1577, watercolor, paper, contemporary vellum Spanish binding, open (approx.): 32 x 43 cm, closed (approx.): 32 x 22 x 5 cm (Medicea Laurenziana Library, Florence, Italy)

    SCA Community Yard Sale:

    Our community yard sale, for SCA-related items, will be back for the third year in a row! We invite SCAdians from the region to join us and buy/sell at this free-to-you event. More information at: https://dragonslaire.antir.org/wordpress/events/sca-yard-sale/

  • Highlighted Activities for August 2025
    by Caterina da Savona

    All of our martial practices are now on their summer schedule. Youth armored combat is revving up this year. Keep reading for all the details.

    Click here if you need the address — or other details about our weekly gatherings and martial practices.

    The Scribal Guild meets in a private home once or twice a month (sometimes with a hybrid/online option), and the Culinary guild typically alternates between the 4th Thursday and Saturday. The Barony does not publish the location of private homes; to get the address, please contact the Guild heads via email.

    DateWhat’s happening in (and around) Dragon’s Laire
    in August, 2025?
    Aug 4Incipient Canton of Misty Ridge Business Meeting at 7:30pm, online — see Facebook for last-minute details.
    Aug 5Baronial Business & Financial Meeting at VFW Post 4992 – doors open at 6pm, meeting starts at 6:30pm. These meetings are open to anyone. Also live-streamed (check the Facebook group or Discord for last-minute details).
    Aug 7–10REGIONAL EVENT. The William Tell Archery Tourney will be hosted by the Shire of River’s Bend in Skamokawa, WA. All things archery, plus contests, classes, and camping. More on the An Tir calendar and Facebook.
    Aug 9NEARBY EVENT. Peasant’s Revel will be hosted by the Barony of Madrone in Bellevue, WA. Casual garb, games, and picnicking in the park! More on the An Tir calendar and Facebook.
    Aug 12Tuesday Social and Fight Practice at the VFW starting at 6pm (including YAC).
    ALSO: Class.“Beginner Garb for the Newcomer” by HL Jess Gateman, starting at 6:30pm. Class will cover easy options, such as chitons/tube dresses, T-tunics, and rectangular construction, for those with little to no sewing background. Students should bring note taking materials.
    Aug 14Thursday Scribal Guild meeting starting at 6:30pm. “Sip and Paint” on Zoom. Email the guild head or join the private Facebook group for the address.
    Aug 16NEARBY EVENT. It’s Still Just a Garden Party will be hosted by the Barony of Glymm Mere in Olympia, WA. The event features their annual archery & thrown weapons Championships, outdoor games, and a potluck lunch. More info on the Kingdom Calendar and Facebook.
    Aug 19Tuesday Social and Fight Practice at the VFW starting at 6pm.
    ALSO: Games night featuring the lawn game Kubb, hosted by our Gamesminister. And 3rd Tuesday scribal practice with the Baronial Scribe.
    Aug 26Tuesday Social and Fight Practice at the VFW starting at 6pm (including YAC).
    ALSO: 4th Tuesday Bardic night. This is a drop-in activity, and all skill levels are welcome. Bring what you’re working on, test out your piece in front of a small audience, and/or practice with the group.
    Aug 28An Tir Kingdom Newcomer class online– starting at 6:30pm. More info on Facebook. This will be the second class of the series (you can take them in any order).
    ALSO: Culinary Guild meeting. Topic will depend upon fire restrictions. Email the guild head or join the private Facebook group for the address.
    Aug 29–Sept 1KINGDOM EVENT. The September Crown Tournament will be hosted by the Shire of Hauksgarðr in Goldendale, WA. More info on the Kingdom calendar or Facebook.
    When and……Where are the Fighter Practices?
    Heavy (armored) combatTuesdays, 6–8pmoutside the VFW Post 4992 (weather permitting)**
    Youth armored combat (“Yak”)Aug 12 & 26, 6–8pmVFW Post 4992 (rain or shine)
    Thrown Weapons
    & Rapier    		Tuesdays, 6–8pmoutside the VFW Post 4992
    (weather permitting)**
    ArcheryWednesdays, 5–7 or 8pmoutside the VFW Post 4992
    (weather permitting)**
    ** Late summer weather is usually dry and not-too-hot, but if not… check Facebook for weather-related cancellations.

    If you have other ideas for classes you’d like to teach, please let our A&S Minister, [dl_officers office=”ArtNSci”] know — via our Facebook group, on Discord, or at DragonsLaire.ArtNSci@AnTir.org! These do NOT have to be simply ‘classes’. They can be lectures, demonstrations, roundtables, interactive discussions, etc.. The possibilities are endless. You can reach our

    The Baronial Chatelaine, Aoife Aileanach heraldic device for Aoife Aileanach is looking for people from Dragon’s Laire to give short lectures and vignettes on various subjects of the SCA. “I’m basically looking for an extension of what we have on display at June Faire (costume making, cooking info, weaving, spinning, metal work, archery equipment, etc).” These could be 15-min talks, just enough to give new members an introduction. If you are available and willing to give a short presentation, please contact DragonsLaire.Chatelaine@AnTir.org .

  • Highlighted Activities for July 2025
    by Caterina da Savona

    All of our martial practices are now on their summer schedule. Youth armored combat is revving up this year. Keep reading for all the details.

    Click here if you need the address — or other details about our weekly gatherings and martial practices.

    The Scribal Guild meets in a private home once or twice a month (sometimes with a hybrid/online option), and the Culinary guild typically alternates between the 4th Thursday and Saturday. The Barony does not publish the location of private homes; to get the address, please contact the Guild heads via email.

    DateWhat’s happening in (and around) Dragon’s Laire
    in July, 2025?
    July 1NO Baronial Business & Financial Meeting in July. But we will still have social & fight practices at VFW Post 4992, starting at 6pm.
    July 1–6MULTI-KINGDOM EVENT. An Tir / West War will be held near Gold Beach, OR. This WAR has everything! More info at https://antirwestwar.org/ and Facebook.
    July 7Incipient Canton of Misty Ridge Business Meeting at 7:30pm, online — see Facebook for last-minute details.
    July 8Tuesday Social and Fight Practice at the VFW starting at 6pm.
    July 11–13KINGDOM EVENT. July Coronation will be held in Kennewick, WA. More info on the Kingdom Calendar and Facebook.
    July 13Tuesday Social and Fight Practice at the VFW starting at 6pm.
    ALSO: 3rd Tuesday scribal practice with the Baronial Scribe.
    ALSO: Family-friendly/all ages drum circle starting at 6:30. Come learn how to play drums as a group! Some loaner drums will be available – if you have one, please bring it! We’ll be outside, between the hall and the fighters field.
    July 17Thursday Scribal Guild meeting starting at 6:30pm. Medieval Calendars class – learn about the Medieval Calendars used in Manuscripts and create one for yourself. Email the guild head or join the private Facebook group for the address.
    July 22Tuesday Social and Fight Practice at the VFW starting at 6pm.
    ALSO: 4th Tuesday Bardic night. This is a drop-in activity, and all skill levels are welcome. Bring what you’re working on, test out your piece in front of a small audience, and/or practice with the group.
    July 24An Tir Kingdom Newcomer class online– starting at 6:30pm. More info on Facebook, or register here. This is the first class of the series.
    July 26NEARBY EVENT. Lord Defender will be hosted by Blatha an Oir in Tacoma, WA. This will feature their baronial armored combat and rapier championships — and a public demo, with artisans wanted. More info on the Kingdom calendar.
    ALSO: Culinary Guild meeting and summer BBQ. Email the guild head or join the private Facebook group for the address
    July 29Tuesday Social and Fight Practice at the VFW starting at 6pm.
    ALSO: CLASS. “Hand Sewing 101: Basic Stitches for Garb Construction” by HL Jess Gateman. Students should bring note taking materials, small scissors/thread snips, and hand sewing needles if they have them (the instructor will have a few on hand). 
    When and……Where are the Fighter Practices?
    Heavy (armored) combatTuesdays, 6–8pmoutside the VFW Post 4992 (weather permitting)**
    Youth armored combat (“Yak”)July 8 & 22, 6–8pmVFW Post 4992 (rain or shine)
    Thrown Weapons
    & Rapier    		Tuesdays, 6–8pmoutside the VFW Post 4992
    (weather permitting)**
    ArcheryWednesdays, 5–7pm
    (6/18 will be June Faire loadout)    		outside the VFW Post 4992
    (weather permitting)**
    ** Summer weather is usually dry and predictable, but if not… check Facebook for weather-related cancellations.

    If you have other ideas for classes you’d like to teach, please let our A&S Minister, [dl_officers office=”ArtNSci”] know — via our Facebook group, on Discord, or at DragonsLaire.ArtNSci@AnTir.org! These do NOT have to be simply ‘classes’. They can be lectures, demonstrations, roundtables, interactive discussions, etc.. The possibilities are endless. You can reach our

    The Baronial Chatelaine, Aoife Aileanach heraldic device for Aoife Aileanach is looking for people from Dragon’s Laire to give short lectures and vignettes on various subjects of the SCA. “I’m basically looking for an extension of what we have on display at June Faire (costume making, cooking info, weaving, spinning, metal work, archery equipment, etc).” These could be 15-min talks, just enough to give new members an introduction. If you are available and willing to give a short presentation, please contact DragonsLaire.Chatelaine@AnTir.org .

  • Highlighted Activities for June 2025
    by Caterina da Savona

    All of our martial practices are now on their summer schedule. Youth armored combat is revving up this year. Keep reading for all the details.

    Click here if you need the address — or other details about our weekly gatherings and martial practices.

    The Scribal Guild usually meets in a private home on the 2nd Thursday and 4th Friday of the month, and the Culinary guild typically alternates between the 4th Thursday and Saturday. The Barony does not publish the location of private homes; to get the address, please contact the Guild heads via email.

    DateWhat’s happening in (and around) Dragon’s Laire
    in June, 2025?
    June 2Incipient Canton of Misty Ridge Business Meeting at 7:30pm, online — see Facebook for last-minute details.
    June 3Baronial Business & Financial Meeting at VFW Post 4992 – doors open at 6pm, meeting starts at 6:30pm. These meetings are open to anyone. Also live-streamed (check the Facebook group or Discord for last-minute details).
    June 6–8NEARBY EVENT. Boar’s Hunt will be hosted by the Barony of Aquaterra in Granite Falls, WA. This weekend camping event has combat, A&S, merchants, and more. More info on the Kingdom calendar and Facebook.
    ALSO: the Baroness Elspeth Memorial Rose Tourney & Demo will be on June 9th in Tacoma. This public demo is hosted by Blatha an Oir. More on their website and Facebook.
    June 10Tuesday Social and Fight Practice at the VFW starting at 6pm.
    ALSO: June Faire planning meeting starting at 6:30pm.
    June 12Thursday Scribal Guild meeting starting at 6:30pm. Topic: Preparing for the June Faire demo & charter painting as needed. Email the guild head or join the private Facebook group for the address.
    June 13-15ONLINE EVENT. The Virtual Known World Heraldic and Scribal Symposium will be hosted by the Kingdom of An Tir. More info on the event website and Facebook.
    ALSO: the University of Atlantia is online on June 15th. More info on the event website and Facebook.
    June 17Tuesday Social and Fight Practice at the VFW starting at 6pm.
    ALSO: 3rd Tuesday scribal practice.
    June 20-22BARONIAL EVENT. June Faire, aka the Kitsap Medieval Faire, will be held at the Kitsap County Fairgrounds! Please join us for the biggest public demo in the Kingdom — and all our annual Baronial martial championships. More info on the Kingdom calendar, Baronial website, and Facebook.
    June 24Tuesday Social — Newcomers’ Welcome Night. This is our chance to welcome all the new friends we met at June Faire. Come show off what you love about the SCA! Our Chatelaine, Aoife Aileanach heraldic device for Aoife Aileanach will coordinate.
    June 26An Tir Kingdom Newcomer class online– starting at 6:30pm. More info on Facebook. This will be the 6th and final class of the series — which will start again soon!
    ALSO: not-so-Friday Scribal Guild meeting starting at 6:30pm. Topic: Uncial-Taliesin
    June 28REGIONAL EVENT. Athenaeum will be hosted by the Barony of Madrone in Kirkland, WA. This annual body-of-work display for Arts & Sciences draws artisans from across the region. More info on the Kingdom calendar and Facebook.
    TBAThe Culinary Guild meeting date/time will be announced later. Email the guild head or join the private Facebook group for the address.
    When and……Where are the Fighter Practices?
    Heavy (armored) combatTuesdays, 6–8pmoutside the VFW Post 4992 (weather permitting)**
    Youth armored combat (“Yak”)June 10 & 24, 6–8pmVFW Post 4992 (rain or shine)
    Thrown Weapons
    & Rapier    		Tuesdays, 6–8pmoutside the VFW Post 4992
    (weather permitting)**
    ArcheryWednesdays, 5–7pm
    (6/18 will be June Faire loadout)    		outside the VFW Post 4992
    (weather permitting)**
    ** Spring weather can be fickle. Check Facebook for weather-related cancellations.

    If you have other ideas for classes you’d like to teach, please let our A&S Minister, [dl_officers office=”ArtNSci”] know — via our Facebook group, on Discord, or at DragonsLaire.ArtNSci@AnTir.org! These do NOT have to be simply ‘classes’. They can be lectures, demonstrations, roundtables, interactive discussions, etc.. The possibilities are endless. You can reach our

    The Baronial Chatelaine, Aoife Aileanach heraldic device for Aoife Aileanach is looking for people from Dragon’s Laire to give short lectures and vignettes on various subjects of the SCA. “I’m basically looking for an extension of what we have on display at June Faire (costume making, cooking info, weaving, spinning, metal work, archery equipment, etc).” These could be 15-min talks, just enough to give new members an introduction. If you are available and willing to give a short presentation, please contact DragonsLaire.Chatelaine@AnTir.org .

  • June Faire 2025 pre-reg is OPEN through 6/8!
    by Caterina da Savona

    Update on June 9th: June Faire Pre-reg has closed.
    Our gate coordinator kindly reminds us that payments are due by 11:59pm on Friday, June 13th. All unpaid invoices as of June 14 are subject to cancellation. (If your Pre-reg is cancelled, you will have to register at Gate during the event.) If you have questions regarding your Pre-reg, please email Jess at June.Faire.PreReg@antir.org.

    For more event info, please see the Kingdom calendar page or Baronial website event page for June Faire.

    The first step is to pre-register every person in your party. Pre-registration is NOT required to come to June Faire — but it will speed up your entry, and pre-reg is required if you will be signing up for camping space.

    All-weekend site fee for SCAdianshttps://forms.gle/zZyVuMGu5uBiDt7C6
    Saturday “Kitsap Medieval Faire” entry for the general publicWebsite: https://www.kitsapmedievalfaire.org/
    Pre-reg form: https://forms.gle/hqLF8yT936g1K94b8

    After you have pre-registered yourself, you can sign up for camping space! There is no additional fee for camping at this event. If for some reason you miss the camping pre-registration deadline, there will be limited open camping space, when you arrive at June Faire.

    Tent / pavilion / group camping sign-up for SCAdianshttps://forms.gle/6dzPrfWbvsXxpd5N8
    RV camping signup for SCAdians https://forms.gle/rfXbqvBB5wBvoy5dA