Category: Officers

A and S — Laser Cutter – December 2nd

At Protohaven this Sunday, we are using the laser cutter to make escarbaubles! (These are paper ornaments with escarbuncles on them.)

Please do find other projects more to your liking! We can help you find things on Protohaven’s computers. But if you want to search for something else, this site will give you some ideas:
https://www.thingiverse.com/search?=laser+wood&dwh=795c031f742b4de

THLady Rufina Saavedra will run the laser cutter for us, and cut out our items so we can assemble and keep them.

–Date: Sunday, December 2nd
–Time: 1 PM – 3PM
–Location: Protohaven
–Address: 214 N Trenton Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15221
–Directions: See http://debatablelands.org/arts-and-sciences/

There is much parking on the street and in the lot, and the building is  accessible to all. The accessible entrance is not obvious, so text me when you are close so I can point the way. (724.759.3333)

Standard disclaimers here:
Protohaven takes safety very seriously, and operation of the machinery is limited to those who have been taught how to use them. Fortunately, there are people to help us, and we will still be able to complete projects with their assistance.

We are accessible to our less mobile friends, and have free parking, both on the street and in the parking lot. Service animals are welcome.

If you need assistance or have questions, please call or text me at 724-759-3333.

Thank you for asking! These meetings are free and we are generously supported by the Barony and the teachers themselves. We cannot guarantee that we will have the materials for your specific product, so feel free to bring it along.

In service to the dream,

THL Elss of Augsburg
BMDL Minister of Arts and Sciences

Thank You, from the Baron and Baroness

My Dear Barony,

The Baron and I would like to thank each and every one of you. In you, we have found friends, chosen family, teachers, mentors, inspirerers, people who are passionate about and generous with their interests, time and talents. And most beautifully, you all share these with each other – for the joy of it, and for the love of it.

We are proud, we are humbled, and most of all we are grateful. Thank you for making this hobby that is more than a hobby a place of learning, levity, and affection.

~Baron Brandubh and Baroness Hilda

A and S — NEW Location! – November 4th

A&S IS MOVING!

WHY?___The weather continues to limit our activities at Washington Boulevard, and the coming winter means we need an indoor space.

WHERE?___It is very exciting to be meeting at Protohaven! We will be able to do so many more things! This is a maker space at 214 N Trenton Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15221. It is a couple of miles from the martial practice field, very near Wilkensburg. See the website below for a link to directions.

WHEN?___Starting November 4th, we will meet there every first Sunday of the month from 1pm to 3pm. We may need to reschedule because of the weather or holidays, but there will be at least one A&S meeting every month, and possibly more.

WHAT?___Protohaven has lots of cool equipment, such as sewing machines, laser cutters, a wood shop, and tons of other things to play with. There is plenty of parking in the lot and on the street, and is accessible to all.

Possible projects include making keepsake boxes, armor stands, banner-painting, and making a frame to paint your banner on. Let’s hear your ideas!

WHO?___As always, everyone is welcome. Service animals are always welcome.

DISCLAIMER___Protohaven takes safety very seriously, and operation of the machinery is limited to those who have been taught how to use them. Fortunately, there are people to help us, and we will still be able to complete projects with their assistance.

See http://debatablelands.org/arts-and-sciences/ for directions.

In service to the dream,

THL Elss of Augsburg
BMDL Minister of Arts and Sciences

As always, if you need to contact me, text 724.759.3333 or email me at ansminister@debatablelands.org

A and S — Trinket Boxes – November 4th

What do you keep all your site tokens in? What about a box?

At Protohaven this Sunday, we will make boxes, using the laser cutter. On this our first visit, we will get a tour of the space, and learn what equipment we can use. Then comes the exciting part: THLady Rufina Saavedra will run the laser cutter for us, and cut out wooden boxes so we can assemble and keep them.

Date: Sunday, November 4th
Time: 1 PM – 3PM    Did you turn your clock back 1 hour??
Location: Protohaven
Address: 214 N Trenton Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15221
Directions: See http://debatablelands.org/arts-and-sciences/
There is much parking on the street and in the lot, and the building is accessible to all. The accessible entrance is not obvious, so text me when you are close so I can point the way. (724.759.3333)

Standard disclaimers here:
We are accessible to our less mobile friends, and have free parking, both on the street and in the parking lot.

If you need assistance or have questions, please call or text me at 724-759-3333.

Thank you for asking! These meetings are free and we are generously supported by the Barony and the teachers themselves.
Elss

Youth Practice

Hi everyone!

There will be youth fighter practice today. They are calling for rain between 3pm and 6pm. We will practice until the rain starts. Please watch Facebook and this site for any changes.

There will not be practice on Nov 4th. I will be out of town and not sure what time I will be able to make it home that day.

Jasmine

 

Court report for Pennsic 47

Greetings from your Comet Pursuivant! Here is the overdue court report of Baron Brandubh and Baroness Hilderun, for Pennsic 47, August 5th, AS 53.
Their Excellencies welcomed all in attendance and bade them seek their comfort.
First, Their Excellencies recognized Lord Alistair MacLeod as one of only five archers who finished the Known World Baronial Archery Champions Shoot.
With many Baronial Champions tournaments being held in the coming days, Their Excellencies wished to announce each one and the representatives from the Debatable Lands participating.
-On Tuesday at 12:30, Fox, Adam, and Xavier will participate as D2, D1, and D3 champions in the Known World Baronial Youth Tournament  at the youth field.
-On Tuesday at 1:00, Lord Thomas of the Debatable Lands will represent the BMDL as its champion in the Known World Baronial Thrown Weapons Tournament.
-On Wednesday at 9:00, Lord Robert MacEwin will represent the BMDL as its champion in the Known World Heavy Weapons Baronial Champion Tournament.
-On Wednesday at noon, THL Ru Cavorst will represent the BMDL as its champion in the Known World Baronial Rapiers Champion Tournament.
Their Excellencies invited Comtesse Elena d’Artois for Academy of Defense business. (Any more details needed?)
Ihtiaziz bint al-Gani was called forward to be recognized by Their Excellencies for her scribal work, and was awarded a silver comet. Scroll by Nichola Beene.
Their Excellencies bade Yungerz approach them to award him a gold comet for being the mastermind of two appearances by the BMDL in Pittsburgh’s St. Patrick’s Day parade. Scroll illuminated by Rivka bat Daniyel, calligraphy by Ceindrich verch Elidir. 
Lord Alistair MacLeod was called back before Their Excellencies, along with Lady Arthes MacLeod. Their skills on the archery range have become known throughout the Debatable Lands, so they were both awarded an iron comet. Matching scrolls illuminated by Edana the Red, calligraphy by Arianna Wynthrope.
Their Excellencies invited Brehynes Gwendolyn the Graceful to come before them and be recognized for her service as social media deputy, and was given a gold comet. Scroll by Ihtiaziz bint al-Gani.
Their Excellencies called upon Mistress Ts’vee’a bas Tseepora Levi to join them, so that they could recall the many, many ways she has served the barony over many years, and how she continues to serve and make a positive impact on the barony and its members. Their Excellencies then called those members of the Order of Copernicus to come forward and witness as Mistress Ts’vee’a was inducted as a fellow member. Scroll illuminated by Rivka bat Daniyel, calligraphy by Ceindrich verch Elidir.
Their Excellencies asked all those who ran the half marathon to please stand and be recognized and appreciated for their feat.
Their Excellencies then asked all of those who answered the call to guard the kingdom gate at the last minute and be recognized: THL Rufina Saavedra (and Grendl), Master Alaric MacConnel, THL Marjorie of Kent, Lady Ceindrich verch Elidir, and Master Dani of the Seven Wells.
Lady Kattera and her staff were asked by Their Excellencies to come forward and be recognized and appreciated for putting together the Baronial Dinner.
His Excellency reminded the populace about the Pennsic Thrown Weapons and Archery teams, that those who are interested in trying out for those teams would need to do so no later than Monday at 5:30.
Their Excellencies called forward all scribes and wordsmiths who contributed to scrolls that went out during court to be recognized and receive a token from Her Excellency.
Her Excellency invided all who wish to display Baronial insignia upon the field of honor to see Their Excellencies immediately after court to receive a Baronial baldric.
The populace was reminded by Their Excellencies about the Debatable Choir’s concert performance and ii Genesii’s performance on Monday evening, both at the Performing Arts tent.

 

Court seconded by Nichola Beese.

Submitted by Kieran MacRae.