[Artemisia] ARTS & SCIENCES at Estrella War XXIV!!

[mattkatie2]

ARTS & SCIENCES at Estrella War XXIV!!
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Coming to Estrella War XXIV, but don't fight in armor or shoot arrows? Do
not worry - there's plenty for you to do!  The Kingdom of Atenveldt believes
that no SCA event is complete (even a medieval war), unless there are
activities devoted to recreating, displaying, and learning about the
pastimes and crafts of the Middle Ages.  Here are three examples:

1. COLLEGIUM (CLASSES): A full Collegium of Classes will be offered and open
to all attendees at Estrella War.  Classes are one or two hours long, and
are scheduled from Wed, Feb 13th to Sun, Feb 17th. See the COLLEGIUM page of
the website and the gatebook for a class schedule, including classes open
for youth and children.

2. ARTISAN'S SHOWCASE:  An Artisan Showcase will be held on Sun, Feb 17th
from 11:00 AM. to 2:00PM to provide a setting where artisans can sit with
medieval style works they have completed or have in progress, and discuss
those pieces with SCA Peers and populace from many SCA Kingdoms. The event
is intended to invite questions, advice, commentary and interaction between
Peers, populace and artisans in a relaxed, social environment, and is open
to all artisans and attendees at Estrella War.  Come display your work, or
just come to see the wondrous work of artisans from around the Knowne World!

3. ESTRELLA WAR ARTS & SCIENCES COMPETITION: The Principal Kingdoms at
Estrella War XXIV will hold this annual competition on Sat, Feb 16th with
entries in three categories defined in the Estrella War Treaty.  This year's
categories are: Tabletop Games, Embroidery in the Style of "Opus
Anglicanum", and External Footwear.  Competition rules and instructions for
pre-registering entries registration required by Jan 12, 2008), are
available on the ARTS & SCIENCES COMPETITION page of the website.  Best of
all, the entries will be available for viewing by the populace on Sat, Feb
16th from 3:00 PM (approx) until 5:00 PM.  Whether you compete, or just want
to see the works submitted, this is an event you should not miss!

As you attend Estrella War, you will see many living examples of Arts &
Sciences.  We invite you to visit the Period Encampment, to attend Grand
Court, or stand on the viewing stands and watch the battlefield combat to
see wonderful examples of recreated medieval costumes, heraldry, and armor.
Check the SPECIAL EVENTS and SCHEDULES pages of the website for more Arts
activities sponsored by various groups during the event.
  
IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT A&S AT ESTRELLA WAR:

- INSTRUCTORS ARE NEEDED for Collegium classes.  Please see the website for
instructions on how to become an instructor.  To get your class listed in
the Estrella War XXIV Gatebook, your Instructor Registration must be
RECEIVED no later than Jan 1, 2008.

- RESERVE A TABLE at the Artisan's Showcase to display your work (see the
ARTISAN'S SHOWCASE page of the website for instructions).

- PRE-REGISTER YOUR ENTRIES in the Estrella War Arts & Sciences Competition
no later than Jan 12, 2008!  Downloadable and online pre-registration
information for entries, and full information about rules for the
competition are available on the website.

- JUDGES ARE NEEDED for the Estrella War Arts & Sciences Competition!  See
the website for details on how to assist with Judging.

- VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED for setup and running the COLLEGIUM CLASSES,
ARTISAN'S SHOWCASE and ARTS & SCIENCES COMPETITION (all the work at Estrella
is done by Volunteers!).  Please contact the coordinator of the activity, or
the Volunteer Coordinator, if you wish to assist then at the event.

The Estrella War website (www.estrellawar.org) has a wealth of information
about the Estrella War XXIV to be held Feb 12 - 18, 2008 at Canyon Moon
Ranch in Florence, AZ. If you're considering scheduling a winter vacation to
attend the event next year, your planning should start with looking at the
Estrella War website!

Duchess Katerina O'Callaghan, OP
Katie Richardson)
Acting Kingdom Media Officer, Kingdom of Atenveldt
Mattkatie2@ cox.net [OMIT SPACES] 
See the most details at www.estrellawar.org