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I finally got my courage up and visited a SCA event. SCA is short for Society for Creative Anachronism and consists of a bunch of history nuts, literature kooks and other assorted crazies who get together on weekends to dress up in medieval costume and whack each other with sticks. Of course, not everyone does the whacking, some just watch and cheer. I have been wanting to attend an event for years, and finally decided to check it out. Twelfth Night was held in Las Vegas on January 12th, AS 36 (2002) and I was there. I was very impressed by the pageantry and the details, but most of all, I loved the people. They were friendly, welcoming and fun to be with. I think I've found my newest hobby!

I got to the event around 11:30 and spent the first hour or so shopping.
My first stop was at this table. I bought a green stone wrapped in gold wire and threaded on leather cording. Patrick and his girlfriend, Carla (I think), were extremely friendly and made me feel very welcome.
The small table on the left belonged to Sir Guillaume who was selling his excellent book of stories and humor of the SCA. I, of course, bought a copy.
This wonderful lady had a booth with the most lovely floor-length cloaks. I would have gotten one, even though my budget really couldn't handle it, but she didn't have one in green in my size. I bought a snood, instead. Much more affordable!
What would a medieval event be without trumpeters. (or whatever)
I took a dozen pictures of court to get one or two good ones. The king (or queen) is chosen by right of combat every six months and his lady (or her knight) reigns with him/her until the next tournament. The queen's guard, James, was fun to watch. You'll see him on page 2, in a celery duel.
One of many court ceremonies. I have to confess that I didn't understand most of what went on, but it was fun to watch.
 




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