Baronial Business

October 2025 Business Meeting Notes

Barony of Bhakail Meeting Minutes: October 16, 2025

Baronial Council in Attendance

Other officers and populace in attendance:  Philadelphia Brown, Mael Eoin mac Echuid,Grainne, Tink, Darmon, Alexander, Livia Petralia, Eva

Events

Bhakail Yule

Event steward Grainne reported that the event planning is going well. Preregistrations are coming in on Paypal. Requests will be going out for kitchen help, and event setup and breakdown.

Tavern 2026

A bid is anticipated soon from Aiden, with an event date of January 31, 2026 at the German Society.

Old Business

Shower trailer for Pennsic

Darmon and Alexander are working on a proposal that they plan to submit to the populace at the November business meeting for funding of a shower that would be housed in a trailer for the Bhakail encampment at Pennsic. 

Meeting minutes recorded by Beck of Copeland

October 2025 Bhakail Officer Reports

Following are the monthly officer reports that have been submitted prior to the Bhakail monthly business meeting of October 16, 2025.

Coronet – Baron Mikael melrakki 

There are many events coming up in the next few months.  Everything from the coronation of the first Rapier Crowns to 100 Minutes War to Yule and a bunch in between.  And don’t forget our biggest Demo at Pax Unplugged is coming up in November (early this year).  

Look through the calendar and see what you may want to go to. Check out something new.  Bring back new ideas and spread the word to the Barony.  

Hope to see you soon.

Social Media (Deputy to the Seneschal) – Honorable Lady Scolastica Capellaria

Social Media is active and there are no current issues to report. Facebook continues to be our most active platform. I created an instagram reel of photos from Commons and it was reposted by the official SCA Platform. I would like to get some photos together and a social media posting calendar for advertising for Pax this November. Please let me know if you have good photos/video we can use to advertise for our booth at Pax.

Chancellor of the Exchequer – Lady Ellyn Grene

I’m currently working to finalize the third quarter financial report that is due at the end of the month.

Chronicler – Beck of Copeland 

Nothing to report.

Salamander Pursuivant – Lord Finnólfr Hrafnsson

I have completed research and given all appropriate paperwork and documentation to Bryan Deemer for registration of his new name and device.  I am also in the early stages of preparing court for Bhakail Yule.

Rapier Marshal – Don Melchior Kriebel

Baronial practice continued to be held at the Reformation Lutheran Church on Wednesdays at 7PM. Attendance has been moderate.

Commons was also held along with the Baronial Rapier Championship. Your reporting marshal won the tournament.

Archery Marshal – Lady Ellyn Grene

There has been a small but regular attendance, including a few newcomers at the last few practices. Weekly practices will continue on Sunday afternoons as long as the weather cooperates. We should be able to get in at least a few more weeks of practice before we go on hiatus for the winter.

Thrown Weapons Marshal – Kenarri Mikael melrakki 

Thrown Weapons practices will be canceled on 10/12 and 10/19 due to the marshal being out of town.  Archery will be on as normal.

Chatelaine – Lady Chana Freidl the Maker

It has been my absolute pleasure to be the Barony’s chatelaine for the last *mumbledy* years, but alas my time is up.  Thank you all for the support towards our newcomers!

September 2025 Business Meeting Notes

Baronial Council in Attendance

Other officers and populace in attendance: Mael Eoin mac Echuid,Grainne, Ysmay Lynn, Darmon, Alexander, Milan, Scolastica Capellaria

Events

Champions and Commons

Commons was last weekend. There was good weather and everything went well in the long run. There was $248 raised in the rummage sale, and 52 in attendance.

Bhakail Yule

Event steward Grainne reported that the event is on the EK event website and planning is going well. There is a list of people who have volunteered so far, including Maedhbh who will be head troll. Grainne commented that she is seeking a deputy steward, and Chana volunteered. 

Tavern 2026

There is a bid forthcoming from Aiden. 

Old Business

Officer Position, Chatelaine

A letter of intent has been received for the position of Chatelaine, from Tink. A vote was taken and she was voted into the position with a start date on in October. Chana will act as Deputy Chatelaine. 

New Business

Shower for Pennsic

Darmon led a preliminary discussion on the shower for the Bhakail encampment at Pennsic. The showers need replaced, and consideration is being given to building a shower trailer with some help from baronial funds. A formal budget proposal and timeline will be discussed at a future business meeting. 

Meeting minutes recorded by Ellyn Grene, filling in for Beck of Copeland

September 2025 Bhakail Officer Reports

Following are the monthly officer reports that have been submitted prior to the Bhakail monthly business meeting of September 18, 2025.

Social Media (Deputy to the Seneschal) – Honorable Lady Scolastica Capellaria

Social media is active and no issues to report. I would love to share more pictures of Bhakailis doing cool things on our instagram. Please forward pictures when you have them. Also, if there are any announcements that need to be made, graphics perform better than stand alone posts, so please forward me the information or create your own graphic that I can post online.

Chancellor of the Exchequer – Lady Ellyn Grene

I’m happy to report that Bhakail is all up to date on reporting to the East Kingdom Exchequer’s office. I’m currently working on the event report for Champions and Commons.

Rapier Marshal – Don Melchior Kriebel

The first week of Bhakail’s rapier practice was cancelled due to Pennsic happening. Practice resumed the week after and attendance was moderate. There were no incidents.

Archery Marshal – Lady Ellyn Grene

Thank you to all who participated in the Bhakail archery championship this year! Former champion Sabine de Kerbriant designed an a-peel-ingly fun William Tell based tournament. Congratulations to the new archery champion of Bhakail, Ragnall Cennétig.

Chatelaine – Lady Chana Freidl the Maker

Not too much to report this month.  I spent some time at the Bucks County Renaissance Faire with the Barony of Buckland Cross and talked to people about the SCA.  One of them came to Bhakail’s fencing practice later that week!  Coming up, I will host the Gold Key Rummage Sale at Commons to raise more money for newcomer things – bring your cash and your sense of adventure!  Looking ahead, PAX Unplugged is November 21-23, please let me know if you’re able to help out at the booth, and especially if you’re a heavy fighter not going to 100 Minutes War (which is that Saturday) and would like to fight at PAX!

August 2025 Business Meeting Minutes

Baronial Council in Attendance

Other officers and populace in attendance: Mael Eoin mac Echuid, Philadelphia Brown, Scolastica Capellaria, Ysmay Lynn, Gisela Szabo, Livia Petralia 

Events

Champions and Commons

The event will be Sunday, September 14, at Pavilion 17 at Ridley Creek State Park.

• Plans are moving forward.  We still need a few positions filled. 
• This year we will be setting up an A&S area where artisans can display their crafts and can talk to newcomers about why their craft is the best in the SCA
• We could use some pop ups on site for a variety of purposes (like keeping artisans dry in case some weather happens).  
• If you are willing to help out, contact the Baron.

Baronial archery and thrown weapons championships

The date for this has been moved to September 7. It will be held at the site where practices are held.

Bhakail Yule

A bid has been submitted by Event Steward Gráinne inghean Uí Néill and approved by the Council of the Exchequer. A vote was held and the event bid was approved by the barony.

Tavern 2026

A bid is still sought. 

Old Business

Officer Position, Chatelaine

Chana’s term as Chatelaine ends in October and the position will be open at that time. Letters of intent are sought from individuals interested in the position. 

New Business

Changes to the Bhakail Bank Signatories

With the recent changes in officers, the signatories on the Bhakail bank account at TD Bank  need to be updated. Request is to add as signers Ellyn Grene (Exchequer), Margarette la Gantière (Seneschal), Mikael melrakki (Baron), and Arlyana van Wyck (Kingdom Exchequer). Philadelphia Brown and Ysmay de Lynn will remain as signers, and several previous baronial and kingdom officers will be removed. A vote was held and the requested changes were approved.

Deputy Seneschal

Margarette announced a request for a deputy seneschal. If you are interested in learning more, please reach out to Margarette at seneschal@bhakail.eastkingdom.org

Seneschal Office Hours

Margarette will be holding office hours on the last Thursday of each month, from approximately 7-9pm. If you have anything at all you would like to discuss with the Seneschal, please come.

Communications in the Barony

Discussion was held about how to hear from the populace on how they best want to have communication and engagement with the barony. 

PAX Unplugged, Purchase of Foam Swords

Last year there were fencing demonstrations, which the attendees very much enjoyed. However, metal weapons are not allowed in the site. Chana has requested the purchase of at least two high-quality foam swords, which will have a cost of approximately $200. Gisela offered some additional equipment suggestions from youth rapier. The barony is in support of the idea, and Chana will be providing details to the Council of the Exchequer for their approval.

Additional Officer Reports

Social Media – Scolastica Capellaria 

We are operating a Facebook Account, Discord server and Instagram and there are no current issues. All accounts have gained followers in the last couple months thanks to exposure from Pennsic. 

Meeting minutes recorded by  Beck of Copeland.

August 2025 Bhakail Officer Reports

Following are the monthly officer reports that have been submitted prior to the Bhakail monthly business meeting of 08/21/2025.

Coronet – Baron Mikael melrakki 

Another Pennsic has come and gone and our Barony has again shown why the Salamander is so mighty.  Many Bhakailis were seen supporting the War effort in all disciplines: Heavy, Combat Archery, Rapier, Archery, Thrown Weapons and A&S.

Baronial Champions; Eva, Sabine, Cailleach, and Thaddeus; all made the Baron proud at the prowess and comportment when they competed in their respective Baronial Champions tournaments.  

Ian Douglas competed on the Thrown Weapons Champions Team.  And Margarette la Gantiere was inducted into the Order of the Maunche.

And speaking of Champions...  We will be having our Baronial tournaments for Thrown Weapons and Archery (Sun Sep 7) and Heavy Weapons and Rapier (Sun Sep 14).  For those that may not know what these roles entail, here are my expectations of a baronial champion:

• Attend Bhakail events whenever possible,
• Attend the Baron during courts,
• Represent their discipline on behalf of the barony,
• Plan the next baronial tournament.

If you attend Pennsic, compete in any baronial champions tournaments and march with the barony during Opening Ceremonies.

Champions and Commons:

• Plans are moving forward.  We still need a few positions filled. 
• This year we will be setting up an A&S area where artisans can display their crafts and can talk to newcomers about why their craft is the best in the SCA 🙂 
• We could use some pop ups on site for a variety of purposes (like keeping artisans dry in case some weather happens).  

If you are willing to help out, contact the Baron.

Chancellor of the Exchequer – Lady Ellyn Grene

Exchequer:

Eva von Kölln is a new at-large member of the Council of the Exchequer, bringing the council to the full complement of four at-large members per the new Bhakail financial policies that were approved earlier this year. The other at-large members are Motte Nachfalter, Gisela Szabo, and

Bryan mac Dhughaill an Boghadair. Thank you all for your service!

With the recent changes in officers, the signatories on the Bhakail bank account need to be updated. We will be requesting the necessary approvals to add as signers Ellyn Grene (Exchequer), Margarette la Gantière (Seneschal), Mikael melrakki (Baron), and Arlyana van Wyck (Kingdom Exchequer). Philadelphia Brown and Ysmay de Lynn will remain as signers, and several previous baronial and kingdom officers will be removed.

Salamander Pursuivant – Lord Finnólfr Hrafnsson

I have been working with two individuals to register names and arms.

I have provided the paperwork and documentation for Luke Farrell to submit and register the name Lucas Ua Fearghail.

I have done the research and conflict checking on arms for Bryan Deemer and have the paperwork together to register them. I am finalizing research documentation for the name he wishes to register, and should be providing that to him to submit by this weekend.

Rapier Marshal – Don Melchior Kriebel

Fencing practice continued to be held at the Reform Lutheran Church in Media, PA. Attendance was light. 

The final practice of the month was cancelled due to Pennsic taking place.

-Don Melchior Kriebel

Archery Marshal – Lady Ellyn Grene

Weekly archery practice has resumed after the Pennsic hiatus. 

Thrown Weapons Marshal – Baron Mikael melrakki 

Practices continue on Sundays and all are welcome.  Sep 7 will be the baronial championship and Sep 14 will be cancelled so that people can attend Champions and Commons.

Chatelaine – Lady Chana Freidl the Maker

Chatelaine report – Pennsic was a great time to welcome a couple newcomers to both Bhakail and the SCA as a whole!  We had several newcomers camp with us and our camp mates were more than willing to show them the ropes.  Hopefully they continue to participate outside of Pennsic!  We also partnered with Kindred to offer a gold key box at our gates, which many people used to add to their garb collections.  Looking forward, I’ll host the gold key rummage sale at Commons again this year – bring cash along with you!

Lady Chana Freidl the Maker (she/her)

Barony of Bhakail

Webminister –  Máistir Mael Eoin mac Echuidh

Greetings,

The website is still under development and we’ll need some feedback from folks on style/etc. before making it live. I am currently setting up a test site where it can be reviewed before making it live on the main site. As soon as that’s successful, I’ll post a link, likely this weekend.

In Service,

Mael Eoin

July 2025 Business Meeting Notes

Officers in Attendance: Mikael melrakki, Margarette la Gantiere, Philadelphia Brown (emergency Exchequer), Ellyn Grene, Bryan mac Dhughaill an Boghadair, Dillena o’r Gwyrddol, Chana Freidl the Maker, Finnólfr Hrafnsson

Other populace in attendance: Beck of Copeland

Events

Champions and Commons

A bid has been approved by the financial committee. The date will be Sunday, September 14, and pavilion 17 at Ridley Creek State Park has been reserved. A vote was held and the event was approved by the barony.

Baronial archery and thrown weapons championships

Note that there was a typo in the notes from the last business meeting, and the target date is actually August 24. Stay tuned for more information from the current champions.

Bhakail Yule

A bid has not yet been submitted. The date planned is December 13.

Tavern 2026

A bid is still sought. 

Old Business

Officer Position, Exchequer

One letter of intent had been received from Ellyn Grene

Officer Position, Chronicler

One letter of intent had been submitted by Beck of Copeland. A vote was held and she was approved.

Offer Position, Chatelaine

Chana’s term as Chatelaine ends in October and the position will be open at that time. Letters of intent are sought from individuals interested in the position. 

Bhakail Sheet Wall for East Kingdom Royal Encampment at Pennsic

The sheet wall has been completed. Thank you to everyone who contributed to the project!

New Business

No new business was discussed.

Additional Officer Reports

Coronet’s Report – Baron Mikael melrakki 

Pennsic is upon us.  I wish everyone going to have safe travels and to have a good time.

While you are there, show your Bhakail pride. I will have some Bhakail favors that people can have to show how great we are.  

You can join me as we process in with the kingdom during opening ceremonies.  If you can, wear Bhakail colors, but I will also have some baldrics people can borrow.

We have several champions who will be competing in Known World Baronial Championships.  I would love to have people join me in cheering them on to victory.

Let’s show the known world the best that Bhakail can be.  Make your Baron proud!

Salamander Pursuivant’s Report – Lord Finnólfr Hrafnsson

I have been working with two individuals to register names and arms.

I have provided the paperwork and documentation for Luke Farrell to submit and register the name Lucas Ua Fearghail.

I have done the research and conflict checking on arms for Bryan Deemer and have the paperwork together to register them.  I am finalizing research documentation for the name he wishes to register, and should be providing that to him to submit by this weekend.

Minister of the List – Honorable Lord Bryan mac Dhughaill an Boghadair

Nothing to report.

Webminister –  Máistir Mael Eoin mac Echuidh

My quarterly report was submitted to Kingdom this week and a completely revamped Baronial website will be demoed soon.  It focuses more on the Barony’s activities – being more immediately appealing to those looking for what we do – so we’ll be looking for regularly-updated photos, write-ups of activities, etc. and if anyone’s interested in showcasing in-progress projects or the like, write something up and we’ll get things posted 🙂

Minute notes recorded by Ellyn Grene 

July 2025 Officer Reports

Following are the monthly officer reports that have been submitted prior to the Bhakail monthly business meeting of July 17, 2025

Rapier Marshal – Don Melchior Kriebel

Practice continued to be held at the Reform Lutheran Church in Media. Attendance was light this month.

Archery Marshal – Lady Ellyn Grene

Archery and thrown weapons practices will be held at the regularly scheduled times on Sunday, July 20, and will be cancelled for the three weeks after that for Pennsic. Practice will resume on Sunday, August 17. If anyone going to Pennsic wants to borrow anything from the baronial archery loaner gear, please let me know and we can arrange a time for you to pick it up.

Chronicler – Lady Ellyn Grene 

Nothing to report.

Chatelaine – Lady Chana Freidl the Maker

Nothing to report.

June 2025 Business Meeting Notes

Officers in Attendance: Mikael melrakki, Margarette la Gantiere, Chana Freidl the Maker, Ellyn Grene, Melchoir Kriebal, Philadelphia Brown (emergency Exchequer)

Other populace in attendance: Martyn de Halliwell, Livia Petralia

Events

Champions and Commons

Mikai and Ezra are finalizing a bid. The date will be September 14, and pavilion 17 at Ridley Creek State Park has been reserved. The event will be similar to the last few years, but they are hoping to also put together an arts area. Mikael is also considering doing a baronial regalia display. They will be looking for volunteers to staff the event closer to the date.

Baronial archery and thrown weapons championships

The baron has requested that the championships be held during the baronial practices held on Sundays. The target date is three weeks before commons, Sunday July 24. Stay tuned for more information from the current champions.

Bhakail Yule

A bid has not yet been submitted. While an event steward from within the barony would be strongly preferred, one person from outside the Barony has contacted Margarette about possibly stewarding the event. The date planned is December 13.

Tavern 2026

Bids are sought!

Old Business

Bhakail Sheet Wall for East Kingdom Royal Encampment at Pennsic

Ellyn has acquired fabric and is working on hemming. Margarette will then be transferring the outline of the Bhakail arms to prepare for painting. Stay tuned for new on a painting party. 

Officer Position, Chronicler

A letter of intent has been submitted by Beck of Copeland. Additional letters are welcomed, and a vote will be held at the July business meeting.

New Business

Exchequer

Martyn resigned from the position on June 4. Philadelphia is currently acting as emergency exchequer. Martyn was thanked by the Seneschal and all in attendance for his service as Exchequer and all the other service he has provide to the barony over the year. On June 4, Margarette announced on the email list that letters of intent for the position were sought. A letter of intent has been submitted by Ellyn Grene.  Additional letters are welcomed, and a vote will be held at the July business meeting.

Chatelaine

Chana’s term as Chatelaine ends in October and the position will be open at that time. Letters of intent are sought from individuals interested in the position. At this time, no letters of intent have been submitted.

Minute notes recorded by Ellyn Grene 

June 2025 Officer Reports

The following are the monthly officer reports that have been submitted prior to the Bhakail monthly business meeting of June 19, 2025.

Social Media Deputy – Honorable Lady Scolastica Capellaria

My quarterly report was submitted to the regional Social Media Officer. Bhakail has a healthy email list, Facebook Group, Discord and Instagram. There are no issues to report at this time. 

I am looking for photos of Bhakailis doing good things to put on the instagram to show how cool we are. Contact me via Email at SocialMedia@bhakail.eastkingdom.org with any post you would like to see. 

Rapier Marshal – Don Melchior Kriebel

Practice continued to be held at the Reformation Lutheran Church in Media, PA.

Attendance was moderate, although I was unable to be present for practice for much of the month due to surgery.

Archery Marshal – Lady Ellyn Grene

Bhakail practices continue on Sunday afternoons, weather permitting. There is loaner gear available for new folks who want to give archery a try! 

Bhakail had a good showing at the East Kingdom Archery Championship held at Southern Region Warcamp. Congratulations to Ian Douglas, who made it to the final four.

Chronicler – Lady Ellyn Grene 

Nothing to report.

Chatelaine – Lady Chana Freidl the Maker

I had several interested people approach me at the New Jersey Renaissance Faire to ask about the SCA and I spend time talking to them, though none have reached back out to me yet.  One newcomer contacted me asking to get in touch with a herald, and we have a few newcomers camping with us at Pennsic who I’ve encouraged to come to social before then to meet everyone.  I plan on using some of the rummage sale money from Commons to purchase more pants for Gold Key while at Pennsic, and I’m always up for ideas on how to support our newcomers!