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Introducing Internebbles: Cleftlands Quarantine Newsletter
Hope that everyone is doing well and taking care of themselves! With events cancelled until at least May, we want to touch base with everyone in the Barony to share information and ideas – and just to stay connected! With that in mind, the first issue of the Cleftlands newsletter is out and ready for …
Congratulations Vici and Vito!
Congratulations to the newest vigilants for the Order of the Pelican recognized by the Crown of the Middle Kingdom at Regular Event, Captain Victorius ‘Vici’ Suspectus and Captain Vitus ‘Vito’ Aurelius! Masters Vici and Vito were elevated in the Ethereal Realm on April 30, 2020.
Congratulations Lord Brendan O Corraidhe!
Congratulations to the newest vigilant for the Order of the Laurel recognized by the Crown of the Middle Kingdom at Regular Event, his Lordship Brendan O Corraidhe! Vigilant Brendan will be elevated at Northern Oaken War Maneuvers in Wellington, OH on June 13, 2020. Master Brendan was elevated in the Ethereal Realm on April 30, …
Medieval (Movie) Night
On February 26, the Barony of the Cleftlands gathered together to have a relaxing medieval (movie) night in the calm before the storm of Regular Event. Members gathered together for a viewing of The Princess Bride on the big screen, dressed in either comfortable garb or portraying their most beloved characters from the film. In …
February Dessert Revel: Medieval (Movie) Night
Greetings unto the populace and neighbors of the Cleftlands! On Wednesday, February 26 the regularly scheduled dessert revel will be transformed into a Medieval (Movie) Night! Join us for a relaxing night featuring The Princess Bride and participate in our homage to Princess Buttercup by bringing a butter-themed dish to share! Dress in your favorite …
Cleftlands Yule
On December 18, 2019, the Barony of the Cleftlands celebrated the end of the month, nay the end of the year, with a solstice themed revel highlighting the eternal ebb and flow of dark and light. Many of our members dressed the theme or dressed the season to celebrate. The snack table was laden with …
Congratulations Captain Sirius of Cleftlands!
Congratulations to the newest vigilant for the Order of Chivalry recognized by the Crown of the Middle Kingdom at Christmas Tourney, Captain Sirius of Cleftlands! Sirius will sit his vigil and be elevated to the Order of Chivalry at Regular Event in the Cleftlands on February 28, 2020 in Parma, OH. For general event details, …
December Dessert Revel: Yule Revel
Their Excellencies Crispin and Gianna, fifth Baron and Baroness of the Cleftlands, cordially invite you to their December Dessert Revel to be held on Wednesday, December 18, 2019 in Euclid, OH. Enjoy a relaxing evening among friends celebrating the end of year festivities! Bring your favorite dessert or festive drink to share, make merriment, and …
Congratulations Sir Silverthorn, Rapier Champion!
On Wednesday, November 20th, the Cleftlands lists were opened up to all rapier combatants to test their mettle in the annual tournament. Numerous inspired combatants stepped forth and took to the lists. When the flurry of steel, sweat, and distribution of carnations slowed and the last blows were counted, one rapier combatant emerged victorious. Congratulations …
November Dessert Revel: Cleftlands Rapier Classic
Their Excellencies Crispin and Gianna, fifth Baron and Baroness of the Cleftlands, cordially invite you to their fall Cleftlands Rapier Classic. This tournament will be held on Wednesday, November 20th, 2019 in Euclid, OH. All authorized rapier combatants are encouraged to participate regardless of rank, station, or location. The tournament will commence around 7:45 PM. …
Congratulations Ginger, Meridian, Niccolo, and TryggR!
Congratulations Ginger Winterfield, Meridian of the Wood, Niccolo Bartolazzi, TryggR Gillason (pronounced “True-ger” or “Trugger”) for their names, and/or badges and devices on passing the College of Heralds! Niccolo Bartolazzi [PENDING] Quarterly purpure and vert, a commedia dell’arte mask between in bend two chess rooks argent.
Medieval Monster Mash
On October 30, the Barony of the Cleftlands gathered together to celebrate Halloween with our own Medieval Monster Mash! The traditional costume contest was inspired by the recent exhibit Medieval Monsters at the Cleveland Museum of Art. Entrants were encouraged to look into the pages and lore in history! The Cooks Guild held their own …
Congratulations Prince Felix and Princess Madeleina!
On Saturday, October 19th in the Barony of Flaming Gryphon their Royal Majesties Seto-Heika and Reina Ynes hosted the 101st Crown Tournament at the Middle Kingdom. Once the dust settled and the blows were counted, the Midrealm crowned the heirs to the Kingdom, Prince Felix the Just of Rams’ey and Princess Madeleina de LaMans. Congratulations …
Congratulations Fall 2019 Award Recipients!
Congratulations to all the recent Award recipients for October, November, and December! Cleftlands Standard Bearers Baronial Championships (05 Oct, 2019) Wrin the Red – Award of Saint Alfred Jaquelinne la Deiciere – Award of the Argent Cresset Jocelin D’Eyncourt – Award of the Azure Trident Karl Ulfson – Award of the Azure Chalice Bardic Madness …
October Dessert Revel: Medieval Monster (Mash)
Greetings unto the populace and neighbors of the Cleftlands! On Wednesday, October 30 the regularly scheduled dessert revel will be transformed into a Medieval Monster Mash! Join us for a medieval monster-themed garb challenge, participate in a subtlety challenge sponsored by the Cleftlands Cooks Guild (Awesome Offal), and so much more! Some help will be …
Congratulations Seto-Heika and Reina Ynes!
On Saturday, September 28th in the lands of the Barony of Illiton, their Royal Majesties Seto-Heika and Reina Ynes were crowned during a successful transition of power. Let us Rejoice! Yorokobimashou! We wish their graces Duke Edmund and Duchess Kateryn well in their retirement.
Congratulations Master Sorcha!
Congratulation to the newest Cleftlands pelican, Master Sorcha Fraser, recognized by the Crown of the Middle Kingdom at the Pferdestadt Rapier Classic!
Cleftlands Open House
The Barony of the Cleftlands, the Cuyahoga County (Cleveland), Ohio chapter of the Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) is hosting an open house at our regular Wednesday meeting in Euclid, OH on the 25th of September from 7:00 to 10:00 PM. The Society for Creative Anachronism is an international non-profit volunteer educational organization. The SCA …
Bardic Madness
Join the Barony of the Cleftlands on Saturday, November 2 for the madness… Bardic Madness, that is! West Shore Unitarian Universalist Church 20401 Hilliard Boulevard Rocky River, OH 44116 Registration Information Adult (18+) Registration: $15 Adult (18+) Member Registration: $10 Youth: Free Feast (18+): $10 Lunch Tavern: $5 Remit checks (made out to “SCA Inc …
Congratulations Summer 2019 Award Recipients!
Congratulations to all the recent Award recipients for July, August, and September! Pennsic War (26 Jul – 11 Aug) Dafydd Myddleton – Award of the Dragon’s Tooth Sviatoslav Arturovich – Award of the Dragon’s Tooth Thorin Eikskjald – Award of the Dragon’s Tooth Wigthegn the Younger – Award of the Dragon’s Tooth Pferdestadt Rapier Classic …