August 2024 Minutes

Ostgardr Commons August 21 2024

7:30 PM

Attending

THL Ragnarr Bliskegg, Seneschal 

THL Angelica di Nova Lipa, Viceregent

Hlæfdige Alienor Salton, Exchequer, Seneschal of Appleholm

Bóaire Mathghamhain Ua Ruadháin, Herald, Chamberlain, Historian

Armiger Catelin Straquhin, Chatelaine

Lord Albrecht Anker, Marshal of Armored Combat

Lord Alexander MacLachlan, Fencing Marshal

Lady Kunigunde Weidemann, Youth Combat Marshal, Chancellor Minor, Deputy Seneschal

Lord Brandr Aronsson, Minister of Arts & Sciences

Voevoda Lada Monguligin, Social Media Officer

THL Vitasha Ivanova doch’, Baroness, Minister of Lists

Lady Zahra de Andaluzia, Chronicler

Lady Jóra Úlfsdóttir, Lions End Seneschal

Lady Meadhbh MacPharláin, Seneschal of Northpass

Freiherr Matthias von Würzburg, Shire of Old Stone Bridges Seneschal

Baroness Aislinn Chiabach, Shire of Midland Vale

Lord Bróccín MacIvyr, Shire of Midland Vale

Lady Hanya Vladimirovna Polotskaya

Dominick D, 

Lady Drasma Dragomira

Lord Edwine the Younger

Meister Friderich Grimme 

Arminger Gibbs Moryss

Lord Nagashima Ichiro Ujimichi

Lord Ivarr Valsson 

THL Jenna Childslayer

Lord Oliver de Bainbrig

Ronan MacCodrom

Absent Officers

Mistress Sofya Gianetta di Trieste, Viceregent

Master Suuder Saran, Baron, Provincial Archery Captain, Deputy Seneschal

Lady Arnora Ketilsdottir, Youth Combat Marshal

Lord Antonius Gracchus, called Twyg, Webminister

SCA Harassment Policy shown and read aloud.

See following URLs for full text Agenda and Officer Reports: 

Agenda: 

https://docs.google.com/…/1cvJNgE_7CRxLJsdWGO…/pub

Officer Reports:

https://docs.google.com/…/1Cof6l73Os…/pub

Viceregal Report 

Recognitions So many members of the populace were recognized at Pennsic in many exciting ways.  We congratulate

Arnora KetilsdóttirSilver Crescent
Rebecca of OstgardrAoA
Brandr AronssonMaunche
Yehuda ben MosheReceived a writ asking whether he wouldJoin the Masters of Defense
Catelin StraquinSilver Mantle EK Combat Archery Command Promotion 
Albrecht AnkerPerez Ben Meir GershonRagnarr BlisskegMembers of the EK Unbelted Championship team – Pennsic LI
Ivarr ValssonEast Archery Champions Team – Pennsic LI
Lada Monguligin Suuder SaranOrder of the Seahorse, for their years of service to the Province.
          Ragnarr BliskeggDrasma Dragomira Perez Ben Meir Gershon Lada Monguligin  Awarded membership in The Company of the Order of the Pennonof the East for exceptional martial prowess on the field.
          Ragnarr BliskeggReceived his Squire’s Belt from Ozzur the Bootgiver
Populace of OstgardrHonored by the surprise visit of HRM Emerson to Provincial Court

Runnymede Dinner

Runnymede Dinner, the annual gathering of landed coronets at Pennsic, hosted this year by Ostgardr, was an unqualified success! For this glorious night we thank: 

Culinary contributions:Brandr and Hrefna Aronsson,Dala and Johana BrandrsdottirZaneAmelia Joan de Atri – known as MollyAttentive and Gracious Service staff:Simon the Tanner, Carrick MacSeáin,Madwen Gam, Anna of Midland Vale,Jenna Childslayer, Ellen Hughes 
Musicians and bards who gave of their time and talents to elevate the dining experience:  Solveig Bjarnardottir, Adelisa Salernitana, Aibhilin inghean Daibhidh, Deonna von Aachen, Rufina Cambrensis, John Elys, Þorfinnr Hróðgeirsson, Sabine de Kerbriant, Amalie von Hoehensee,  Drustan of Old Stonebridges, Cecelia Vogelgensangen, Ronan MacCodrom  Raziya bint Rusa, the East Kingdom Royal   Encampment Chief of Staff who  answered endless questions, graciously  provided a beautiful event space, and the  EK staff who moved tables and chairs,  provided a kitchen and answered every  need.   

Beverages, time and labor to produce gifts for the Baronage and volunteer staff were contributed by:

  Arnora Ketilsdottir: handmade   books  Sofya Gianetti di Trieste, Arabella de Mere,  Ellesbeth Donofrey:  stemless wine glasses  etched with the arms of House Runnymede
  Mathghamhain Ua Ruadháin:   research and technical expertise   to reproduce the baronial   banners of the East and of    House Runnymede  Angelica di Nova Lipa, with the financial     support of Ostgardr: Reproduction / mounting   of the baronial banners of the East, and paddle   fans block printed with the populace badge,    Sparky.
  Carrick MacSeáin: a period    inspired ale  Baronesses of An Dubh who coordinated   beverages
  Arabella de Mere who not only set tables and hung baronial banners, but stayed   To wash dishes alongside Sofya

Ostgardr Pennsic Camp

We are deeply grateful to everyone who made the Ostgardr Pennsic Camp a success.

Our heartfelt thanks go to Brandr Aronsson for expertly managing the vital role of Land Agent.

We are incredibly thankful to Catelin Straquhin for coordinating the potluck, even sacrificing much-needed rest to prepare her famous Samoan Chicken.

We extend our gratitude to all who contributed to the Ostgardr Pennsic Camp, whether through food, water, ice, supplies, or the challenging work needed to set up, maintain, and break down the camp including setting up the water supply hose, electrical extension cords, tables, chairs, sheet walls, shelving, kitchen with camp stove, a dish and hand washing station, a fire pit, and common tent and shade shelters. A special thank you to everyone who managed the tent canvas and poles—taking them from storage, setting them up, staking them out, monitoring, taking them down, drying, folding, and transporting them back to storage. 

We are deeply appreciative of Sofya for generously donating ten comfortable, cushioned chairs to the Province for Pennsic use.

Every contribution is cherished and plays a significant role in making Ostgardr Camp the family it is. Thank you all!  

Local Activities

Tuesday Armored Combat Practice in McCarren Park in Brooklyn

Going Great!  Usually after Pennsic there is increased interest.  We will be losing two college students, one to Bhakail and another to Concordia.  They will probably be back with us next summer.

Preparing for Barleycorn and Ducal Challenge

Invitation to all of the populace to come and hang out, and to go out for taco’s after practice.

Sunday Archery Practice in Willowbrook Park on Staten Island

11:00 AM start.  Practice can be truncated if no one else shows. Come, join, let Suuder know if you plan on coming, and whether he needs to bring loaner gear.  Jest has expressed interest.  

August 25th, Sunday Solar in Appleholm at Madwen’s – last Sunday of the month 

is attracting newcomers.  People who went to Pennsic will be talking about what they learned.   We are working through a stockpile of nice fabric donated to Appleholm by Ysenda MacBeth, getting fabric to newcomers so they can sew their own garb. 

Sunday September 8th, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.   Online session on personal Heraldry, how to find a historically feasible name and design arms to be registered.   Mathghamhain presenting/coaching/Q&A , Northpass sponsoring the meeting. meet.google.com/bvd-odii-iub    phone (US) +1 585-437-4449‬ PIN: ‪333 247 142‬#    

Sunday October 6th, Northpass sponsoring another stitch-kvetch at Catelin’s (Mount Vernon). Bring your sewing, ask questions about the process or ask for help troubleshooting your sewing. 

It is a cat-free home. 

October 12th, We were going to be doing the Kings County Fiber Festival, but as they did not cash our check from last year, and we do not therefore have a credit this year, we may decide not to attend.    Hanya notes that she is going to be heavily committed with study this autumn and would not be able to attend.  

October 19th-20th, Goat’s Inn.   Simon is Stewarding, Arnora has stepped in as Deputy Steward to help with planning and day of.   Brandrr volunteers to be the Merchant Coordinator.  

Saturday October 26th, 11 AM to 4 PM 

Brandrr is offering his home in Brooklyn for a day on ‘How to Plan and Cook a Feast’.  possible dates weekend of Oct 26, or Nov 9th.    

Sunday November 3rd, Northpass sponsoring a Brass Etching Class. In person with Twyg, in Ossining.  Details TBD. 

The big all-hands-on-deck event coming up fast is 

Saturday September 14th,  John Barleycorn, Day of Champions

Offerings include the traditional Sir Edward’s Challenge Tournament including a written test.   This will be run by Sir Samson.  Single or double elimination depending on the number of fighters.

In addition to the Ostgardr Championships of 

Armored Heavy List 

Fencing/Rapier waiting on the format 

Archery. Eanraig has devised a scenario of six shoots “The Hunt for Epic Loot”  two winners, including the next champion.

Thrown Weapons  waiting on the format 

Bardic

Youth Combat   (Youth Combat Loaner gear is held by the Youth Combat Marshal) – Bring Children!

Youth Activity Point (near Youth Combat)  Activities:  Mini-catapult making,  Medallion making, materials to make necklaces and bracelets.  Medieval Board Games.  Children 9 and under must be within direct eyesight of their parent. 

Bartertown session 

Following site rules in addition to standard Bartertown guidelines. Objects  will be Medieval/SCA items, No cash, all barter (can include songs, jokes, etc), no alcohol, PG 13.    

Request that food allergies be communicated to Vitasha and Graine

Pia, on behalf of the EK Brewer’s Guild, will host an afternoon Brewing showcase of non-alcoholic beverages in the barn.  

Marcus and Catelin are working to update the 2023 Barleycorn website to include recipes for the showcase.    

Submissions must have minimal amounts, or no alcohol at all.  (see website [in process] for specifications)   

People who want to participate in the Brewer’s Showcase will be able to sign up at Gate, and also be able to judge submissions, using the East Kingdom Brewer’s Guild rubric. 

Food Drive

Shelf stable items may be dropped off in the donation bin at the Gate.   

Fellowship of the Harvest graphic: 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/12I5tONG91WnUetVf5KeGNmxQBK4bcRJv/view?usp=drive_link

A Google Form survey is being developed by Lada for sign-ups. 

Barleycorn Volunteers needed for 

Set up changing rooms (pop-ups in the barn)  7 AM to 10 AM
Dayboard (cold lunch)  to Assist Lady Graine. Staging, Serving, transport, and Cleanup, packing. 
Assist Lady Kunigunde at Youth Point
Staged take down during the day 
Final take down  After Court, until 7 PM exit from site
Taking items to storage

Ostgardr Chamberlain requests (post-event)  listing of items used, to evaluate which items are used and which items are not used, which are worthy of keeping in storage.

Regional Events 

August 24th  Settmour Swamp Day of Champions

August 31st,  An Dubh, Arrows, Axes and Ales.   Jenna offers a limited number of rides to event from Hicksville LIRR station. 

Friday September 13th – Sunday 15th, Stonemarche, Harper’s Retreat.  Ronan will be teaching.  

September 28,   Settmour Swamp, Ducal Challenge

Saturday September 21st, Concordia Tyger Family Schola – Aislinn and Bróccín are teaching.

September 29th Bhakail’s Day of Champions

October 12th, in Carillion – Manalapan , NJ   Ghosts, Ghouls, and Goblins.  A Baronial Arts and Sciences Challenge.  Brandrr encourages Ostgardians to participate.

New Business

Brandrr wants to have a major Arts and Sciences schola in Ostgardr in 2025, to bring teachers in from all over the EK.  With Dayboard.  Wants volunteers for a steering committee to plan and work to staff the event.    Vitasha is familiar with such events from Caid, and notes that schools, especially those with a home economics suite, are good choices for venue.  Vitasha also volunteers her knowledge of setting up the class tracks.   

Hanya notes that Brooklyn College allows rentals.   Ronan notes he’s been told in Atlantia that this sort of event is one of the best ways to learn Event Stewarding.    

Brandrr would like to be able to set up an indoor forge.   Paid parking is available across the street from Brooklyn College.   

The next commons will be September 18th.   

There being no further business, and the move to adjourn seconded, the Commons Meeting Closed at 8:18 PM

End

People encouraged to stay on the video conference to discuss their Pennsic experiences, etc.   

Relevant subjects posted in Chat: 

Mathghamhain Ua Ruadháin

7:24 PM

Changing the name for your EK Gmail account: https://webminister.eastkingdom.org/email/edit-or-change-your-displayed-name/

Vitasha Ivanova doch’

7:42 PM   Fellowship of the Harvest graphic: 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/12I5tONG91WnUetVf5KeGNmxQBK4bcRJv/view?usp=drive_link

Gibbs Moryss

7:55 PM

So no pepper-as-veg for Aislinn.

Matthias von Würzburg

7:58 PM

Arabella has a helmet to donate

Commons Minutes for January 2020

The monthly commons meeting was held January 17 at Ervald’s workplace in Østgarðr proper. Here are the minutes as recorded by Mathghamhain Ua Ruadháin. The officers’ reports are attached at the end.

Attendance

Present

  • Suuder Saran, Il-Khan
  • Lada Monguligin, Il-Khatun
  • Alienor Salton, Seneschal
  • Francisco de Braga, Exchequer
  • Drasma Dragomira, Herald
  • Laila al-Sanna’ al-Andalusiyya, Chatelaine 
  • Þorfinnr Hróðgeirsson, MoAS
  • Ervald LaCoudre, Armored Combat Marshal
  • Alec MacLachlan, Fencing Marshal
  • Mathghamhain Ua Ruadháin, Youth Marshal
  • Marion of York, Minister of Lists
  • Anne of Østgarðr, Webminister
  • Zahra al-Andalusiyya, Chronicler
  • Nagashima Ichiro Ujimichi, Lions End Seneschal
  • Esnede O Murrin
  • Thomas of Northpass
  • Aurora ffolkes
  • Oliver De Bainbridge
  • Perez Ben Meir Gershon
  • Bruno Bruni
  • Jibril al-Ghazal
  • Isabel of Østgarðr
  • Damion DiGrazia, Santa’s Knights

Online

  • Vika Grigina z Prahy, Whyt Whey Seneschal
  • Angelica di Nova Lipa, Deputy Exchequer
  • Miriam of Thescorre

Volunteer opportunities: deputies & committees

Hello, everyone! Welcome to a new year of volunteer opportunities within Østgarðr!

Under our provincial bylaws, deputies serve through the end of each officer’s term. Officers whose terms began January 1st include Seneschal (me), Herald (Drasma Dragomira), Fencing Marshal (Alec MacLachlan), Historian (Sofya Gianetta di Trieste), Minister of Arts & Sciences (Þorfinn Hroðgeirsson), Minister of Lists (Marion of York), and Webminister (Anne of Østgarðr).

If you have any interest in becoming deputies to these good gentles, either because you are interested in working with them, or to gain experience in how their office works, please get in touch with them now to explore deputy options. Email addresses for all officers are on our website: https://ostgardr.eastkingdom.org/principal-contacts/

Officers who have filled your deputy position(s), please let me know!

We also have 2 active provincial committees in need of fresh members: the coronet (regalia) committee, and the storage committee. You can read up on the ongoing activities of these committees in our commons minutes, posted on our website
https://ostgardr.eastkingdom.org/category/commons/
or using the search feature:
https://ostgardr.eastkingdom.org/?s=Storage
https://ostgardr.eastkingdom.org/?s=Coronet


Hlæfdige Alienor Salton, known as Piglet
Canton of Whyt Whey, Province of Østgarðr, East Kingdom
Seneschal Østgarðr, seneschal@ostgardr.eastkingdom.org

Commons Minutes for September 2019

The September commons meeting was held September 20 at the New Rochelle Public Library in Northpass. Here are the minutes as recorded by Mathghamhain Ua Ruadháin. The officers’ reports are attached at the end.

Attendance

Present

  • Suuder Saran, Il-Khan
  • Lada Monguligin, Il-Khatun
  • Alienor Salton, Seneschal
  • Francisco de Braga, Exchequer
  • Mathghamhain Ua Ruadháin, Herald, Youth Marshal
  • Alec MacLachlan, Fencing Marshal, Deputy Seneschal
  • Zahra al-Andalusiyya, Chronicler
  • Anne of Østgarðr, Webminister
  • Oliver de Bainbrig, Northpass Seneschal
  • Esnede O Murrin
  • Victor Maximus
  • Richard the Poor
  • Aurora ffolkes
  • Thomas of Northpass
  • Al of Northpass
  • Gibbs Moryss
  • Isabel of Ostgardr
  • Buenaventura Miguel Rivera
  • Apollodora of Delphi

Online

  • Sofya Gianetta di Trieste, Historian
  • Vika Grigina z Prahy, Whyt Whey Seneschal

Commons Minutes for July 2019

The July commons meeting was held July 19 at the home of Brandr and Hrefna in Brokenbridge. Here are the minutes as recorded by Mathghamhain Ua Ruadháin. The officers’ reports are attached at the end.

Attendance

Present

  • Suuder Saran, Il-Khan
  • Lada Monguligin, Il-Khatun
  • Alienor Salton, Seneschal
  • Francisco de Braga, Exchequer
  • Mathghamhain Ua Ruadháin, Herald, Youth Marshal
  • Laila al-Sanna’ al-Andalusiyya, Chatelaine 
  • Rakkurai of Kamakura, Minister of Lists
  • Zahra al-Andalusiyya, Chronicler
  • Arnora Ketilsdottir, Chancellor Minor 
  • Brandr Aronsson, Brokenbridge Seneschal
  • Oliver de Bainbrig, Interim Northpass Seneschal
  • Brekke Franksdottir
  • Ajir Tsagaan
  • Jibril al Ghazal
  • Thomas of Northpass
  • Apollodora of Delphi
  • Catelin Straquhin
  • Hrefna Aronsson
  • Johanna Brandrsdottir

Online

  • Anne of Østgarðr, Webminister
  • Sofya Gianetta di Trieste, Historian
  • Vika Grigina z Prahy, Whyt Whey Seneschal
  • Nagashima Ichiro Ujimichi, Lions End Seneschal
  • Alec MacLachlan, Fencing Marshal, Deputy Seneschal

Commons minutes for June 2019

June 2019 Minutes • Østgarðr Commons

The June commons meeting was held June 19th at Mistress Sofya’s home in Queens. Here are the minutes as recorded by Alienor Salton. The officers’ reports are attached at the end.

Attendance

Present

  • Lada Monguligin, Il-Khatun
  • Alienor Salton, Seneschal
  • Francisco de Braga, Exchequer
  • Laila al-Sanna’ al-Andalusiyya, Chatelaine
  • Alec MacLachlan, Fencing Marshal, Deputy Seneschal
  • Zahra al-Andalusiyya, Chronicler
  • Anne of Østgarðr, Webminister
  • Ian of Clan Mitchell, Chamberlain
  • Sofya Gianetta di Trieste, Historian
  • Nagashima Ichiro Ujimichi, Lions End Seneschal
  • Katherine Gilliesfleur, Deputy Chamberlain
  • Isabel of Østgarðr
  • Jibril al Ghazal
  • Ajir Tsagaan
  • Apollodora of Delphi
  • Bruno Bruni
  • Richard the Poor

Online

  • Vika Grigina z Prahy, Whyt Whey Seneschal
  • Catelin Straquhin

Commons Minutes for February 2019

February 2019 Minutes • Østgarðr Commons

The February commons meeting was held February 15 at the workplace of Ervald the Optimistic in Queens. Here are the minutes as recorded by Mathghamhain Ua Ruadháin. The officers’ reports are attached at the end.

Attendance

Present — 12 Council members, 5 Additional populace members

  • Suuder Saran, Il-Khan
  • Lada Monguligin, Il-Khatun
  • Alienor Salton, Seneschal
  • Laila al-Sanna’ al-Andalusiyya, Chatelaine
  • Donnchadh mac Eoin, MoAS
  • Mathghamhain Ua Ruadháin, Herald, Youth Marshal
  • Ervald LaCoudre, Armored Combat Marshal
  • Alec MacLachlan, Fencing Marshal, Deputy Seneschal
  • Sarah of Whyt Whey, Chronicler
  • Anne of Østgarðr, Webminister
  • Esnede O Murrin, Northpass Seneschal
  • Nagashima Ichiro Ujimichi, Lions End Seneschal
  • Badr al-Abyari
  • Bruno Bruni
  • Jibril al-Ghazal
  • Bahja al-Azraq
  • Richard the Poor

Online — 1

  • Francisco de Braga, Exchequer

Commons Minutes for January 2019

The January commons meeting was held January 18 at the Kings Plaza Mall Community Room in Brokenbridge. Here are the minutes as recorded by Mathghamhain Ua Rhuadháin. The officers’ reports are attached at the end.

January 2019 Minutes • Østgarðr Commons

Attendance

Present — 15

  • Lada Monguligin, Vicereine
  • Alienor Salton, Seneschal
  • Laila al-Sanna’ al-Andalusiyya, Chatelaine
  • Mathghamhain Ua Ruadháin, Herald, Youth Marshal, Deputy Webminister
  • Ervald LaCoudre, Armored Combat Marshal
  • Alec MacLachlan, Fencing Marshal, Deputy Seneschal
  • Rakkurai of Kamakura, Minister of Lists
  • Sofya Gianetta di Trieste, Historian
  • Esnede O Murrin, Northpass Seneschal
  • Nagashima Ichiro Ujimichi, Lions End Seneschal
  • Caitlin Straquin, Brokenbridge Minister of Arts & Sciences
  • Gui Avec Cheval
  • Adela of Brokenbridge
  • Jibril al-Ghazal
  • Ajir Tsagaan

Online — 5

  • Suuder Saran, Viceroy
  • Francisco de Braga, Exchequer
  • Anne of Østgarðr, Webminister
  • Vika Grigina z Prahy, Whyt Whey Seneschal
  • Richard the Poor
  • Marion of York, Lions End Lieutenant of Fence
        — was unable to connect to video session due to technical problems

Commons Minutes for November 2018

The November commons meeting was held November 16 at the Greenvale Townhouse diner in Lions End. Here are the minutes as recorded by Mathghamhain Ua Rhuadháin. The officers’ reports are attached at the end.

November 2018 Minutes • Østgarðr Commons

Attendance

Present

Suuder Saran, Viceroy
Lada Monguligin, Vicereine
Alienor Salton, Seneschal
Mathghamhain Ua Ruadháin, Herald, Youth Marshal, Deputy Webminister
Alec MacLachlan, Fencing Marshal, Deputy Seneschal
Esnede O Murrin, Northpass Seneschal
Nagashima Ichiro Ujimichi, Lions End Seneschal
Marian of York, Lions End Lieutenant of Fence
Francesco Gaetano Greco d’Edessa, Lions End Herald
Jenna Childslayer
Titus Aurelius Magnus, An Dubhaigeainn Prefect
Monkey Makgee, An Dubhaigeainn Deputy Webminister

Online

Angelica di Nova Lipa, Exchequer
Vika Grigina z Prahy, Whyt Whey Seneschal
John Elys, Deputy Chronicler
Friedrich Grimme
Lilie Dubh inghean ui Mordha
Donnchadh mac Eóin
Rakkurai of Kamakura
Richard the Poor
John Xavier Boullier, An Dubhaigeainn Seneschal

Commons Minutes for October 2018

October 2018 Minutes • Østgarðr Commons

The October commons meeting was held October 19 in Whyt Whey at their Evening in the Solar location. Here are the minutes as recorded by Alienor Salton. The officers’ reports are attached at the end.

Attendance

Total of 19 attendees, including 5 via video conference.

  • Suuder Saran, Il-Khan
  • Lada Monguligin, Il-Khatun
  • Alienor Salton, Seneschal
  • Angelica di Nova Lipa, Exchequer (video)
  • Beatrice della Roca, Chatelaine
  • Alec MacLachlan, Fencing Marshal, Deputy Seneschal
  • Erich Guter Muth, Minister of Lists
  • Anne of Østgarðr, Webminister
  • Esnede O Murrin, Northpass Seneschal (video)
  • Nagashima Ichiro Ujimichi, Lions End Seneschal (video)
  • Vika Grigina z Prahy, Whyt Whey Seneschal (vide0)
  • Francisco de Braga, Deputy Exchequer
  • Mongu Chinua, Deputy Court Herald
  • Donnchadh, Deputy Herald Lions End
  • Rakkurai
  • Richard the Poor
  • Branimira of the Isles
  • Tom Terry
  • Jibril (video)