April Salamander and Barony Meeting Notes
Coronet Report
Gulf Wars:
At Gulf Wars, Master Alesone Grey of Cranlegh and Don Melchior Kriebel were inducted into the Company of the Pennon of the East, along with friends of Bhakail Master Collin Monro, Mistress Juliana von Altenveldt, Mistress Asa in Svarta and Lord James O’Galleghure. We’re glad everyone came through the adverse weather alright and while it’s sad to cut a War short, all things considered, everyone being safe and sound was a great relief.
Mudthaw:
This was the first year at a new site and by all accounts, it sounded like quite a lovely setting for this, one of the largest events in the Region. We don’t have a lot to relate directly, but notably from the Court at Mudthaw, Alesone was named Seamstress to the Crown and also received a King’s Award of Excellence, Queen’s Award of Excellence and a Queen’s Cypher for her work during the reign.
We missed Mudthaw ourselves, though, as we had traveled to the Investiture for the Barony of Flaming Gryphon in the Kingdom of the Middle, continuing the friendships we’ve had with our Cousins there. Lady Astrid says hi (imagine all of the waving and hugging here), as do a number of other friends of the Barony (Mistress Zsof, Lady Alessandra “Female Bruce” Bruccioli among many others). Our Cousins who were stepping down – Baron Dafydd and Baroness Meriel – were surprised and delighted to see us and look forward to seeing everyone at Pennsic at our chess night, and our new Cousins – Baron Edward and Baroness Allegra – look forward to continuing the friendship our two Baronies have forged (…in fire?).
The idea of forming ‘sister Baronies’ was mentioned, too, so if anyone would like to pursue that idea, we know a number of folks in Flaming Gryphon, we have the tradition of the chess match (which we’ll be hosting again this year) and, hey…both Baronies are a little flamey 😉 Any and all ideas along those lines, there’s a few people who would be interested in discussing it further 🙂
Coronation:
A number of us drove up to the Shire of Quintavia to attend the Coronation of TRM Kenric III and Avelina III and we were able to enjoy the hospitality of Our Cousins Carolingia, Baron Colin and Baroness Nicolette for a couple of nights. At Coronation, we swore fealty en masse with the rest of House Runnymede but also made sure to do so separately with our traditional oath for the Barony while presenting gifts on behalf of Bhakail. We also presented Duke Brennan and Duchess Caolfhinn with gifts after they stepped down. In Their last Court, they name Lady Lianor as a Seamstress to the Crown for contributions during their reign.
Seneschal
Upcoming events:
6/25/16 – (canton) Baronial Bardic Championship and possible Court of Love – Master Rowen Cloteworthy (Note date change)
2016-06-12 “Knight in the Garden” Demo – Mistress Philadelphia Brown, Ft. Washington
2016 Last weekend in April and first weekend in May – Philadelphia Renaissance Faire
Dana will be having a merchant booth, but we will not have a coordinated presence. She invites us all to come out and see her. Everyone had fun last year so please come out and have fun.
Exchequer
The Council of the Exchequer met on March 18 to discuss the last financial policies to be proposed. A final draft is being prepared for presentation to the barony at the May meeting.
Damiana
Chronicler
I am seeking a deputy chronicler.
Lady Lianor de Matos
Salamander Pursuivant (Herald) – Master Rowen Cloteworthy, deputy Mistress Sabine de Kerbriant
Heraldry continues.
Knights Marshal Report.
Melee season is picking up and we are concentrating a lot of our local practices on small unit tactics and melee support.
We are looking to host a Tourney for the Hartshorndale Heavy Champion. I can Marshall, but I need a MoL, so any volunteers will be appreciated. Please contact me if you are interested in being a MoL or this.
This will be taking place at the next regional practice at Stage One, which is 5/2/16.
Thanks!
Baron Vachir Artslanjin
Minister of Arts and Sciences – Mistress Sabine de Kerbriant
Participate in Artisan’s Village – first weekend in June Challenges are out and there are different villages set up to concentrate on different subjects. – Reported by Baroness Ismay
Minister of the Lists
Greetings to the Barony
This month has been a good month for fighting and fencing. It was wonderful to see the Barony represented at Mudthaw. I was honored to be the MOL for Youth Combat at that event.
There are rumors of war. Time to make ready for Pennsic. Make sure your cards are up to date.
YIS
Mistress Judith the Confused, MOL, Barony of Bhakail.
Chatelaine – Lady Violet Colson, deputy Lady Marta de Lyon
Sent in the quarterly report to Kingdom. Slowed down on newcomer requests from the beginning of the year.
Chamberlain – Lord Martyn de Halliwell
Despite my current encumbrance, progress has not been made on the gear we need to sort through. But with all my free time, I anticipate that this project will be done ahead of schedule anyway.
Chancellor Minor
There will be youth activities at Court of Love. I will need a second person to assist with these activities in order to maintain the 2 deep rule. If you are interested in helping out for an hour or so please let me know at youth@bhakail.eastkingdom.org.
In service to the Barony,
Lady Alesia de Maris
Chancellor Minor
Web Minister – Lady Marta de Lyon
Not a lot of requests coming in.
Canton of Black Icorndall – The Honorable Lord Muin maqq Minain, deputy Master Rowen Cloteworthy
The citizens were delighted to celebrate our circumstances of second winter.
Committee and Event Reports
Baronial Council – Jamilia al-Suba al-Hadid min Bhakail al-Sheikha
Wednesday, March 30th meeting was held.
Summary of minutes for the last two meetings was sent to officers. Still want to do a survey of populace and friends. Will send meeting minutes to all members in future.
Council of the Exchequer – Doña Damiana Almódovar
“Knight in the Garden” Demo – Mistress Philadelphia Brown
Sunday, June 12th If interested in helping with the demo in Fort Washington. Run by Bhakail and Hartshorn-Dale. Looking for any activities which can be taught to children or adults. Looking for more volunteers if you are free that day.
Yule 2016 Event Committee – Lady Xanthippe Ouranina
New manager is starting. Still have not received back the cleaning deposit, but probably due to changeover in managers. Philadelphia will contact them to find out the status.
Old Business
Bylaws amendment – deferred. Wording completed, but no paper ballots Need a reminder in the Salamander to bring your ballots to the meeting or send in…. Need to do 10-days notice.
3 parts to these amendments… see last Salamander.
Champions and Commons bids (Mael Eoin) Yule 2017 dates at the German Society – From the German Society: Both December 9th and December 16th of 2017 are free on our calendar. I’ve penciled you guys in for both dates – just let me know when you decide which one you want!
THIS WAS TABLED FOR A VOTE IN APRIL
New Business
Propose changing the sequence of our business meetings ala Hartshorn-Dale.
I. Old Business
II. New Business
III. Followed by Officer Reports
Suggested by Baron Mael that it be written up as a Seneschal policy rather than into the By-Laws. Suba will investigate the By-Laws which state that the Seneschal sets the agenda. Gisela commented that we should consider the prior commitment to not spend time rehashing what everyone can read in the Salamander, and focus on Business.
Announcements or reminders
Mord – In May, I will be retiring as Iron Bog Rattan Champion. At their May event, I will be sponsoring the championship in Iron Bog.
Martyn – If planning on attending Southern Regional War Camp (second weekend in June) in Carillon, need for other cooks. Much of the work will be done in advance.
Baron Mael – Artisan’s Village Cooks also needed for multiple meals.
Baroness Ysmay – Kenric and Avelina are asking for glass beads – Bead workshop on Monday night. Also if anyone wants to create a gift box with or without beads to attend.
Lady Eleanora – Garb workshops continuing on Thursday nights starting at 6 pm at Eleanora’s house.
Classes being taught at Pennsic by various baronial members were described
Request for support from the Bhakail camp to provide Water for Youth Combat.
Pennsic Camp Committee– Baron Mael is the campmaster.
If you want to camp with Bhakail. You must fill out and submit your camp form to Baron Mael in order to ensure that you have space. It is due before Pennsic Registration closes.
Baronial location for meetings
Discussion of comparison with other groups’ locations. Does our space have to be ADA compliant? No requirement that we must, but will make every attempt to keep this in mind.
Until we decide differently, will stay here.
Ansteorra’s coronation – Gabriel and Sonya are not K & Q of Ansteorra
Largess derby – must make 12 of each item. The winner gets one of every item and then the rest are given to the Royals. Would like to propose that this be considered to be done at Yule.
Adjourned at 8:30 pm.
Call for Bids – note that bids can be workshopped after being presented:
Champions/Commons 2016 – preferred by September 2015 meeting; we have two bids!
Champions/Commons 2017 – preferred by September 2016 meeting.
Yule 2017 preferred at or before September 2016 meeting.
Any new event idea is welcome and does not require a competing bid.
(Jacob) Philadelphia Zoo “Adopt a Tiger” demo – Summer 2017
(Sabine) Winter Nights Fall 2016
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