Meridies

Meridies Coronation photos online

Meridies | Photo Album | SCA Royalty
Danielle has posted photos from the recent Coronation of Caspar and Cecelia in the Kingdom of Meridies.

Count Seth winner of Meridies Spring 2008 Crown

Armoured Combat | Meridies | Photo Album | SCA Royalty
Count Seth defeated Sir Cona in the finals of the recent Crown Tournament in the Shire of Phoenix Glade of the Kingdom of Meridies. Seth was inspired by Gwendolen. (photos online)

[MER] Regional War Practice

Martial Activities | Meridies
2008/05/25 - 12:00
2008/05/25 - 20:00
US/Eastern

Greetings, The Shire of Flintmarsh would like to invite all fighters in the region of South Georgia, North Florida and South Alabama to a Regional War Practice on May 25, at Citizens Lodge Park in Marianna Florida, The site has plenty of room for manuevering and archery.

Start time is scheduled to start at noon.

There is no park fee, there are restrooms, shelters and a grill and water will be provided.


Shire of Flintmarsh (Marianna, Florida)

[MID] Border Raids

Martial Activities | Meridies | Middle
2008/06/27 - 15:00
2008/06/29 - 12:00
US/Central

Border Raids "A real non-profit event!"

June 27-29, 2008
Camp Carlson, 9210 US Route 60, Fort Knox, Kentucky 40121

Join us as the forces of the Middle and Meridies once again clash on the fields of Fort Carlson in Fort Knox Kentucky. We promise plenty of melees and more fighting than you can shake a stick at.

Hosted by : College of Val d' Azure

June 27-29 2008

Site Address:


College of Val d' Azure (Fort Knox, Kentucky)

Geoffrey MacDomhuill to be knighted in Meridies

Chivalry | Meridies
Their Majesties of the Kingdom of Meridies have chosen to confer the Order of Knighthood on Master Geoffrey MacDomhuill.

Falcons fly in Okeborne Keep

Aviculture | Falconry | Martial Activities | Meridies | Photo Album
V. Danielle has posted an album of photos from the recent event in Okeborne Keep (Meridies). The album includes some incredible falconry shots.

[MER] Dreamstone Tourney XXIX

Arts and Sciences | Martial Activities | Meridies | Performing Arts
2008/04/18 - 18:00
2008/04/20 - 11:00
US/Eastern

The People's Barony of Bryn Madoc invites one and all to Dreamstone Tourney 29 to be held on April 18-20, 2008 at the large group camp at F.D. Roosevelt State Park near Pine Mountain, Georgia.

ACTIVITIES
Their Excellencies Bryn Madoc invite you to Their Tourney to determine the new Champion of the Dreamstone. Other challenges await warriors and artisans alike. Come and join us for a weekend of fighting, food, and frivolity!


Barony of Bryn Madoc (Pine Mountain, Georgia)

[MER] All Things Middle Eastern X

Arts and Sciences | Dance | Martial Activities | Meridies | Middle Eastern | Performing Arts
2008/05/23 - 18:00
2008/05/25 - 12:00
US/Central

Come join us as we celebrate the tenth anniversary of All Things!!! Classes covering numerous topics (check the website) Fighting -You bet!!! We'll be holding a standard list and some group tactics practice to sharpen our skills for Border Raids.

Dancers and drummers –bring your music and plan to share with the populace at our Saturday night Hafla and hosted by Master Salih. What about food?? Prepare your stomachs for a feast of monumental


Shire Brantestone (Cullman, Alabama)

Meridies and Gleann Abhann to host A & S Faire at Gulf Wars XVII

Arts and Sciences | Gleann Abhann | Meridies | Gulf Wars
Once again the Kingdoms of Gleann Abhann and Meridies are pleased to host the Gulf Wars Open Arts and Science Faire. This event is opened to artisans of all skill levels from the Knowne World. That's right - artisans from any Kingdom.

[MER] Golden Lily IX: Feast of Flames

Arts and Sciences | Dance | Martial Activities | Meridies
2008/02/15 - 17:00
2008/02/17 - 11:00
US/Eastern

Come and join the family of Beau Fort around our hearth as we celebrate the Feast of Flames on the 15th, 16th and 17th of February, 2008.

This Celtic mid-Winter celebration symbolizing the first stirring of the Earth from its icy sleep. Because this day was primarily marked by the kindling of sacred fires, we invite you to join us on Friday night for the first ever Beau Fort "Flaming Lily Tournament," a torch lit tourney that fans the flames for Saturday's traditional Golden Lily Tournament. Prizes awarded to the winner of each contest.


Shire of Beau Fort (Flovilla, Georgia)

[MER] Winter Collegium

Arts and Sciences | Meridies
2008/02/02 - 08:00
2008/02/02 - 17:00
US/Central

The Shire of An Dun Theine would like to invite you to join us for our Winter Collegium event scheduled next weekend Feb 2nd, 2008: Ready, Steady, War! A collegium dedicated to helping you prepare for war.

There will be plenty of classes for those gentles not attending war, as well. There will be a Laurel consultation table for you to have A&S entries critiqued; a Heraldic consultation table for you to get that


Shire of An Dun Theine (Huntsville, Alabama)

[MER] MidWinter Arts & Sciences Faire 2008

Arts and Sciences | Meridies
2008/02/09 - 08:30
2008/02/09 - 21:30
US/Eastern

The Barony of the South Downs invites you to join us for a day of Beauty and Fellowship at MidWinter Arts & Sciences Faire 2008 Saturday Only • February 9th • UUMAN • 11420 Crabapple Road • Roswell, GA 30075

Come share your Static or Performing Art projects in the beautiful sanctuary space and have them evaluated according to Kingdom A&S rules. Mingle in fellowship with fellow Artisans to discuss all manner of things as you see fit. Enjoy the delicious repast prepared as a Heavy Luncheon (buffet style). Stay for a festive Revel of combined European and Hafla music.


Barony of the South Downs (Roswell, Georgia)

[MER] Baronial Brawl Birthday Bash

Armoured Combat | Meridies
2008/01/18 - 18:00
2008/01/20 - 12:00
US/Central

The Barony of The Osprey is celebrating 30 glorious years in the SCA and 15 years of being a Barony!!! In the great Kingdom of Meridies!!!!! Please come and celebrate with us on Jan 18-20 at the WOW site in Evergreen Al.

There will be lots of great fighting a menagerie of games and fun classes for the light of heart,with a hearty feast to follow Not to mention a hot travelers faire on Friday night with breakfast on Saturday


Barony of The Osprey (Evergreen, Alabama)

[MER] Jour d'Amour III: Viking Love

Armoured Combat | Arts and Sciences | Costuming | Meridies | Scandanavian
2008/01/25 - 17:00
2008/01/27 - 10:00
US/Eastern

You are invited to attend Jour d'Amour III: Viking Love and experience a weekend of fun and friends. Get your team together for the IRON GARB II competition! We are also hosting a skaldic competition and a tablet weaving contest. Come see the beautiful Valkyries escort heroic warriors off the field of battle!

As this year's event has a Viking theme, many of Shire of Drakenmere will be wearing Viking garb to help set the stage. We invite all who wish to participate by wearing Viking garb to please do so! If you need some simple patterns for ladies' wear, they can be found here: Viking Apron (can be worn over a simple T-tunic or over the Viking Underdress), Viking Underdress, Viking Cap. Viking brooches and other accessories can be found at Raymond's Quiet Press and other places on the Internet.


Shire of Drakenmere (Flovilla, Georgia)

[MER] Northern Cavalry Practice

Equestrian Combat | Meridies
2007/12/29 - 08:30
2007/12/29 - 17:00
US/Central

Just a friendly reminder, the Northern Cavalry Practice will be held Saturday December 29 in Mentone Alabama. We have well trained rentals available for $10 you get a horse for the day, for any level of rider from first timers to the more experienced. If you are interested in attending the practice please e-mail me off list (logansilveraxe@gmail.com) so I can make arrangements for the horses.

Kingdom of Meridies (Mentone, Alabama)

[MER] Saltare 2008

Arts and Sciences | Dance | Meridies | Middle Eastern | Performing Arts
2008/01/11 - 18:00
2008/01/13 - 16:00
US/Central

Come dance the night away with the Shire of Loch Cairn as it hosts Saltare! There will be classes all day and dancing all night! Other activities include a Midde Eastern Hafla, various contests, Hors D'heuvres during the evening and more!

Henry Horton State Park
4358 Nashville Hwy
Chapel Hill, TN.

Accomadations are available at Park Inn located at Henry Horton State Park. There are 72 rooms including 4 suites with kitchenettes. Each unit has 2 double beds. All rooms are carpeted, air-conditioned, and equipped with TV's and phones. For reservations call 1-866-836-6757, ask for the SCA, reservation code 1840, we have a block of rooms reserved at a special rate but the rooms will be released on December 1, 2007 so reserve NOW!


Shire of Loch Cairn (Chapel Hill, Tennessee)

[MER] Diverse Pleasures V

Armoured Combat | Arts and Sciences | Games and Gambling | Meridies | Youth Activities
2008/01/26 - 08:00
2008/01/26 - 22:00
US/Central

Join us for a day of pleasuring the mind through interesting and entertaining classes. This event will include topics so diverse that everyone will find something to love.

We will keep young ones (5+) busy with a Bocce' tournament while the parents feast their minds. For the body, a sumptuous Irish feast from the kitchen of Baron Sir Jean Claude of Adlerstaat. For the less intellectually interested, an area will be available for pickup fighting, weather permitting. Classes include: Blacksmithing, Embroidery, Medieval Games and much more! Fund-raiser lunch, silent auction, and merchants! Schedule and more information will be posted as it becomes available. If there are any dietary concerns, please contact the Feastcrat.


Canton Des Forges (Birmingham, Alabama)

[MER] Much Ado About Something

Martial Activities | Meridies | Performing Arts
2008/03/28 - 18:00
2008/03/30 - 12:00
US/Central

Please join the Incipient Shire of Okeborne Keep for a fantastic weekend of fun, fighting, and frolicking.

Visit Merry Old England during the War of the Roses. Fight in a William and Marshall Tourney for Lancaster or York. Take a side trip to Messina to enjoy The Bard; scenes from Much Ado About Nothing will be performed throughout the event – Laugh at Beatrice and Benedick’s verbal fencing as they steadfastly deny their love for each other and gasp at the perfidy of Don John! Learn new skills in many classes. Get stuffed at a sumptuous feast featuring dishes from Shakespeare’s comedies. Dance to your heart’s content at the revel. Much Ado is an authorized RUM Collegium for Practical Arts and the Military College.


Shire of Okeborne Keep (Cottondale, Alabama)

Teachers needed for Gulf Wars

Arts and Sciences | Meridies | Gulf Wars
Share your passion and knowledge about a subject with others. We are taking sign up for anyone to volunteer to teach at this next Gulf Wars.

[MER] War Practice

Armoured Combat | Meridies
2007/12/16 - 13:00
2007/12/16 - 18:00
US/Central

The Fighters of Rising Stone are planning a BIG WAR PRACTICE SUNDAY DEC 9 at 1PM at Old Fort Park in MURFREESBORO TN.

The main focus is WAR FIGHTING, but there will be plenty of time for pick ups too.

BRING ALL YOUR WEAPON STYLES!

Please support the Meridian Army and show up... it may be a BIG PRACTICE, but it wont be as big as it can be unless YOU show up!!

Map to OFP Golf Clup http://tinyurl.com/2deox4 should get you there.


Shire of Rising Stone (Murfreesboro, Tennessee)

Beowulf for Children

701 CE to 800 CE | English | Humor | Meridies | Saxon
Just in time for the release of the new Beowulf film comes a...ahem...slightly different retelling of the tale, by Rathflaed DuNoir, The Black Bard of Meridies.

Meridies RUM photos online

Arts and Sciences | Meridies | Photo Album
Lord Eirikr Bjarnylr of the Shire of The Eagle in the Kingdom of Meridies has posted an album of photos from the Kingdom's Royal University on SmugMug.

Pillage on the Plains IV photos online

Armoured Combat | Meridies | Photo Album | Rapier Combat
Eirikr Bjarnylr has posted an album of photos from the recent Pillage on the Plains IV event which took place in the Kingdom of Meridies.

[MER] Glad Tydings

Arts and Sciences | Dance | Meridies | Performing Arts
2008/01/05 - 10:00
2008/01/05 - 22:00
US/Central

The leaves are beginning to fall, the air is turning brisk, and the daylight lasts just a bit less each day. Soon, the trees will be bare and the chill of winter will fill Meridian hearts. Perhaps we just need a bit of Glad Tydings!

Mark your calendars now for Glad Tydings: A New Year's Celebration, January 5, 2008! Vulpine Reach is throwing an Elizabethan Winter Festival to commemorate our Thirtieth Anniversary and you're invited! Plenty of food to


Shire of Vulpine Reach (Chattanooga, Tennessee)

Knights entertain, teach at Georgia Medieval Festival

Armoured Combat | Media | Meridies
Armored knights were one of the draws at the recent Medieval Festival, a fundraiser for the Oatland Island Wildlife Center near Savannah, Georgia. The activities included an armored combat demonstration, chainmail-making, Middle Eastern dancing and jugglers.

[MER] Gatalop XXIV

Martial Activities | Meridies
2007/10/26 - 16:00
2007/10/28 - 10:00
US/Central

Join us in the Fortress by the Sea! Come prepare for the upcoming War Season with the varied scenarios of fighting in the fort (SPEARS ALLOWED IN THE BRIDGE BATTLE). There will be both heavy and light fighting till you drop!

The Barony of the Osprey presents
Gatalop XXIV - Islands of Fun in the Sun
October 26-28, 2007 Fort Gaines, Dauphin Island, Alabama

Archery and other live weapon competitions will be held Saturday if the wind cooperates (Autocrats’ discretion). Youth class, Tourney, and Melee in the Fort! Saturday, Armor inspection is at 8am; fighting starts at 9am. We have several interesting classes on the schedule for the non-fighters.


Barony of the Osprey (Dauphin Island, Alabama)

Sir Caspar victorious in Meridies Crown Tourney

Armoured Combat | Meridies | SCA Royalty
Lady Flannait of the Shire of Beau Fort reports that Sir Caspar, inspired by Lady Cecilia, was the victor of the October 13, 2007 Crown Tourney in the Kingdom of Meridies.

[MER] Silver Hammer Tourney

Arts and Sciences | Martial Activities | Meridies | Performing Arts | Youth Activities
2007/10/26 - 17:00
2007/10/28 - 11:00
US/Central

The Barony of Thor’s Mountain presents Silver Hammer Tourney October 26-28, 2007

Come join us at Big Ridge State Park to celebrate the fall with our traditional Silver Hammer Tourney.


Friday Night:
From Master William McNaughton:
The Autocrat of this year's Silver Hammer has asked me to produce some kind of performing arts on Friday Night. I wish to announce a performing arts "Thing." Bring your songs, your stories, and your dances, and your playlets. I will be awarding prizes at my whim and setting categories at random, depending on who turns out. The competition will be in an open format. Documentation will give you a bonus, but is not required.


Barony of Thor's Mountain (Maynardville, Tennessee)

Meridies Welcomes A New Viking

Meridies | Milestones
Mistress Solveig Ericsdottir and husband Ziggy of the Barony of Thor's Mountain welcome into Meridies young miss Solvi Bryce Keyes Thompson, born on October 2 at a healthy 9lb 7oz (4.3 kg) and 21 inches (53 cm) long!

[MER] Castle Wars V

Martial Activities | Meridies
2007/11/16 - 18:00
2007/11/18 - 12:00
US/Central

Come visit the lovely seaside resort of Elsinore, where princes and kings have dined, loved, fought, and died....

Sandy Beach Park
Lake Tobesofkee
Macon Georgia

November 16-18, 2007

Event Steward
Lady Elewyiss the Jew
elewyiss (at) gmail (dot) com

When you send in your check, send or email Yves all of that information you usually write on the form - Modern name, Society name, Membership number, Membership expiration date, what you're paying for (adult, minor, child, daytrip, camping, feast). If he has your email address, he'll send you a confirmation message. If you don't have email, include your phone number and he'll call you with the confirmation.


Barony of the South Downs (Macon, Georgia)
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