Category: Activities

Archery returns to Washington Blvd!

Hello Debatable Lands!

Yes, the rumors are true! This weekend, May 23rd from 10:30am – 1:30pm, archery practice will resume at the Washington Blvd martial practice site! (Google Maps Link)

We will still be using our pandemic protocols, so masks must be worn at all times, the shooting line will be spaced in 6ft. increments, there will be no sharing equipment, and loaner gear must be requested ahead of time. Please provide your own water.

Additionally, practice will end at exactly 1:30 in order to make room for the fighters now that the parking lot is smaller.

If you have any questions or if you would like to reserve a set of loaner gear you can email me at archerymarshal (at) debatablelands (dot) org.

Yours in service,
Rónán Ó Conaill
BMDL Captain of Archers

Woodworking Guild Field Trip – Friday!

Some members of the Debatable Lands Woodworking Guild have decided to meet up at the “Pittsburgh” location of Woodcraft down in Canonsburg tomorrow (Friday, May 21) at 5:30pm. The rumor is that they have not repriced their lumber during the recent “shortage”, so there may be some real bargains there right now.

This is a retail store, so please follow all health guidelines requested by the establishment. Please also follow all SCA guidelines for gatherings, including masks, regardless of what the store allows. The “official” meetup time is 5:30pm, but feel free to show up earlier if you are bored.

The store closes at 7pm, so you could still make it back home by 8:15 if you want to watch Romeo and Juliet online!

Romeo and Juliet – Friday!

Greetings All!

It’s Shakespeare Movie Night! On Friday, May 21st we’ll be showing Romeo and Juliet starting at 8:15pm, followed by a chat after the movie. We’re moving the times later as we’ll be offering gathering outdoors..

Do you bite your thumb at us, sir? This performance features players from Stratford, Canada. We hope to see you there! Watch from the comfort of your living room via the AEther or join us at the home of Ts’vee’a and Becca in Stanton Heights. Parting is such sweet sorrow that I shall say goodnight till it be morrow.

Here is the link to the schedule for the movie nights scheduled through May:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EhlgwgRZ923RhRJrCPIXsHEhWI1eJJigCv2YRLEavrE/edit?usp=sharing

Please contact Alaric at alaric (at) pobox (dot) com for the Zoom room information. He can also be reached via DM on Discord (Alaric #9264). Get your information before the movie starts, if possible, as Alaric is also watching and might not see your request to join right away. If you attended a prior Shakespeare Movie Night, the Zoom room information is the same.

We’re planning to be outdoors since the weather looks promising. Bring your own chair to watch the movie! Let me know in advance if you plan to attend so we can set up the screen and projector so there is enough room for everyone to see! You must be vaccinated (and 2 weeks past your final shot).

In person requests must be made no later than 5pm on Friday, May 21st.

Hope to see some of you there!

Alaric & Elsbeth (and Ts’vee’a and Becca, our gracious hosts).

Archery practice is on for tomorrow!

Archers! Practice will take place once again at the same location tomorrow, May 16th from 11am – 2pm.

I know there has been good news lately about resuming fighter practices at the Washington Blvd site, but for at least this week we will still be hosting archery practice at the home of Kieran and Odriana while we work out the logistics of returning to the park.

Until then details about the address for practice, reserving loaner gear, and pandemic rules can now be found on our website! Go to http://debatablelands.org/martial/archery.php for more details.

And as always, if you have any questions you can email me at archerymarshal (at) debatablelands (dot) org.

Yours in service,
Rónán Ó Conaill
BMDL Captain of Archers

No Archery Practice This Weekend

Greetings BMDL archers. Practice is canceled for this Sunday, May 9th. We’re going to take this time off to repair our equipment, update the website, and hug our moms! (If you can do so safely.)

We’ll be back at it again on Sunday, May 16th.

Have a happy Mother’s Day!

Yours in service,
Rónán Ó Conaill
BMDL Captain of Archers

Merchant of Venice, Tonight!

It’s Shakespeare Movie Night! Tonight, Friday, May 7th we’ll be showing Merchant of Venice starting at 8:15pm, followed by a chat after the movie.

All that glisters is not gold. This performance stars Al Pacino. We hope to see you there! Watch from the comfort of your living room via the AEther or join us at the home of Ceindrech and Libby, in Monroeville.

Please contact Alaric at alaric (at) pobox (dot) com for the Zoom room information. He can also be reached via DM on Discord (Alaric #9264). Get your information before the movie starts, if possible, as Alaric is also watching and might not see your request to join right away. If you attended a prior Shakespeare Movie Night, the Zoom room information is the same.

If you plan to join us in person, you must be fully vaccinated (2 weeks past your last shot) per request of the homeowners. There is a limit of 13 people total and masks must be worn. In person attendees must notify me in advance (email: alaric (at) pobox (dot) com, or Alaric #9264 on Discord) that you plan to attend (don’t show up at the door). I’ll provide the address when you request to attend in person. In person requests must be made no later than 5pm on Friday, May 7th.

Hope to see some of you there!

Alaric & Elsbeth (and Ceindrech & Libby, our gracious hosts)

Merchant of Venice, Friday

Greetings All!

It’s Shakespeare Movie Night! On Friday, May 7th we’ll be showing Merchant of Venice starting at 8:15pm, followed by a chat after the movie. We’re moving the times later as we’ll be offering limited in-person gathering outdoors..

All that glisters is not gold. This performance stars Al Pacino. We hope to see you there! Watch from the comfort of your living room via the AEther or join us at the home of Ceindrech and Libby, in Monroeville. Tell me where is fancy bred, or in the heart or in the head?

Here is the link to the schedule for the movie nights scheduled through May: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EhlgwgRZ923RhRJrCPIXsHEhWI1eJJigCv2YRLEavrE/edit?usp=sharing

Please contact Alaric at alaric (at) pobox (dot) com for the Zoom room information. He can also be reached via DM on Discord (Alaric #9264). Get your information before the movie starts, if possible, as Alaric is also watching and might not see your request to join right away. If you attended a prior Shakespeare Movie Night, the Zoom room information is the same.

If you plan to join us in person, you must be fully vaccinated (2 weeks past your last shot) per request of the homeowners. There is a limit of 13 people total and masks must be worn. In person attendees must notify me in advance (email: alaric (at) pobox (dot) com, or Alaric #9264 on Discord) that you plan to attend (don’t show up at the door). I’ll provide the address when you request to attend in person. In person requests must be made no later than 5pm on Friday, May 7th.

Hope to see some of you there!

Alaric & Elsbeth (and Ceindrech & Libby, our gracious hosts)

Archery practice tomorrow!

It’s almost Sunday again, and that means archery practice! This Sunday, April 25th from 11am-3pm, archery practice will take place at the home of Master Kieran and Mistress Odriana! We will be following proper pandemic protocol, so please take note of the rules posted below.

Hope to see you there!

*Note: Please send an email to archerymarshal at debatablelands dot org ahead of time if you need to borrow the loaner gear and I will bring a set for you.

The address of the site is 3000 Harts Run Road, Allison Park, PA 15101. To get there from the city, head north on Route 8 and make a right on Harts Run Road, then after 1 mile their house is on the right side. The driveway for the site is a small bridge.

Parking will be at the empty lot next door with the sign that says “Virgin Flooring” (2984 Harts Run Rd on Google maps). Anyone who needs to may drive directly up to the site to drop off people or equipment before heading to the parking lot.

We want to do this as safely as possible, so the following safety and social-distancing guidelines will be put in place:

  • Masks must be properly worn at all times (covering both mouth AND nose).
  • No sharing equipment. This includes bows, arrows, gloves, armguards, etc.
  • The loaner gear will not be available for general use. Contact the marshal ahead of time to reserve a set if needed.
  • Only the marshals can handle another person’s bow, arrows, or equipment, and only for inspections.
  • Maintain 6 ft. of separation when shooting on the line and when waiting in line to shoot. The ground will be appropriately marked by cones.
  • When retrieving arrows, only one person per target may retrieve their arrows at the same time.
  • Marshals will be monitoring the practice and reminding people to adhere to these guidelines.
  • This is a practice for archers only. Please do not come just to socialize.
  • DO NOT COME TO PRACTICE IF YOU ARE NOT FEELING WELL OR ARE ESPECIALLY SUSCEPTIBLE TO ILLNESS.
  • These rules will be reviewed with everyone prior to the beginning of practice. In addition to these guidelines, I will do my best to ensure there is hand sanitizer, hand wipes, etc. available for staying clean. Being considerate of the health and safety of our populace is greatly appreciated!
  • If anyone has additional questions or concerns regarding the practice please reach out to me at archerymarshal at debatablelands dot org.

Stay safe out there!

Yours in service,
Rónán Ó Conaill
BMDL Captain of Archers

Richard III, tonight!

It’s Shakespeare Movie Night! A horse! a horse! my kingdom for a horse!. Tonight, April 23rd we’ll be showing Richard III starting at 8:00pm, followed by a chat after the movie. Watch from the comfort of your living room via the AEther.

Please contact Alaric at alaric (at) pobox (dot) com for the Zoom room information. He can also be reached via DM on Discord (Alaric #9264). Get your information before the movie starts, if possible, as Alaric is also watching and might not see your request to join right away. If you attended a prior Shakespeare Movie Night, the Zoom room information is the same. Hope to see some of you there!

Shakespeare’s Richard III, Friday

Greetings All!

It’s Shakespeare Movie Night! A horse! a horse! my kingdom for a horse!. On Friday, April 23rd we’ll be showing Richard III starting at 8:00pm, followed by a chat after the movie. We’re moving the times later in preparation for some outdoor / in-person showings over the next few weeks.

This performance, starring Laurence Olivier, dates from 1966. We hope to see you there! Now is the winter of our discontent made glorious summer by this sun of York. Watch from the comfort of your living room via the AEther.

Here is the link to the schedule for the movie nights scheduled through May: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EhlgwgRZ923RhRJrCPIXsHEhWI1eJJigCv2YRLEavrE/edit?usp=sharing

Please contact Alaric at alaric (at) pobox (dot) com for the Zoom room information. He can also be reached via DM on Discord (Alaric #9264). Get your information before the movie starts, if possible, as Alaric is also watching and might not see your request to join right away. If you attended a prior Shakespeare Movie Night, the Zoom room information is the same. Hope to see some of you there!

Alaric & Elsbeth