Imbolc '08

According to the Imbolc 2008 Planning Meeting minutes, our yearly feast of Imbolc will be held at the new hall on the first Saturday of February. Directions are up and posted here. (note: currently directions are viewable only to TdB Members and Official Friends of the Clann).

From the minutes:
"Doors to the event will open at 2 and dinner will be served at 6:30. Ceremony will be directly after dinner, then Crafts and the Bardic presentation. Auction will be at around 11."

This year's event will take place in a new hall...
right on the Great South Bay. Site is wet. Because the hall is a neighborhood clubhouse, mind noise after 11pm. Unknown if parking will be sufficient, so be prepared for a short walk. No tacks are allowed in walls, though existing hooks may serve. Floors recently redone, please be careful to not scuff them up! The kitchen was not scouted, so cooks should be make sure they come prepared with all tools they may need.

Comment on the event in this forum thread

Imbolc Feast

I just wanted to take a minute to comment on the Feast of Imbolc that was held this past weekend.

First, the new venue is fantastic. I see it as a MAJOR upgrade over the old hall in Patchogue. The building is great, we had a great view of the sunset over the bay and it was nice that the heat in the building worked great. Also, the kitchen was excellent. It was nice to be able to fit more than 2-3 people at a time and have plenty of room for people to cook and clean all at the same time.

Next, the feast itself.. I have to say that the food at this years feast was probably the best we've had in a long time. All of the dishes were exceptional this year. Brogan's roasted critters were all fantastic (you got Jenn to eat rabbit, which I never thought was possible) The pottage, barley and roasted veggies were great, the bread was just phenomenal and I received many compliments on my lamb stew. Thank you to all the cooks for making a very memorable meal for our feast!!

Thanks also go out to our Bardic Circle for providing an excellent accompaniment for the evenings activities and to our Druid for the excellent ceremony and for interceding with the gods to get us some great weather for the feast.

Faellon

Beltaine 2008 Planning Meeting

Dear all,

Kindly find the minutes taken at our Spring meeting:

22 March 2008 - Guthrum and Fionnuala's House. 1pm - meeting commencement at 1:45

Attendees:
Brogan
Vollund
Momus
Guthrum
Comyn
Sabha
Collin
EW Eberwulf, Esq
Fionnuala

Guests/Friends :
Tess

Meeting brought to order with blessing from the Druid.

What News

Collin:
Due date of 24th July for baby. It's to be a girl! Bree reported to be feeling fine. Today is Victorias' birthday. Interruption while assorted clann calls out HAPPY BIRTHDAY VICTORIA!!! Collin is traveling for work and working lots of hours.

Vollund has started a new job as full-time last week, which is from 8am to 11pm door to door but no weekends. Mundanely, embarking on a solar electric project for southold house. has worked on two drawings. 1/ Rework of 1st Century Bellenos design (Gorgon Head at Bath, UK). 2./ Quick sketch of coin design. Planning a stained glass project weekend on level of beginners class/workshop. Maybe end April?

Comyn: totally dedicated to music in spare time. Updating the Book of Song, published the BoSong on the internet on 'Lulu'. Worked with Aileen to update some tunes, jamming with Guthrum and Fionnuala. Attended winter Thyng and suggests two recent 'Arrow' articles on metalworking and fitchell respectively.

Sabha: has a new spinning wheel and also has been taking a 6 week course at Rumplestilskin's in Sayville. Brought plied hand-spun wool. Mundanely, has taken on the job of Treasurer for her chapter of PTA and this job is taking a lot of her time. Basically, 'Loom and Doom'.

EW: not much mideavaley but comment was wanted to comment that Imbolc was great, and he loved the new venue. An upgrade to the boiler system at the house. Helska and Julian are well, EW visited Florida with his mom for two weeks, and finally, he has let us in on his evil plan to take over Del Ray Beach in 15 - 20 years. Save up and stay tuned.

Fionnuala: Brewed some beer and mead, beekeeper club (hive is alive). Been playing music with Guthrum, Comyn, Momus, Aileen and Bash regularly. Less busy at work but not complaining.

Guthrum: Brewed some other beer and other mead. Been playing music also with a/m bardic group. Got six chicks, been getting out into the forge, learning to play bass. Installed a woodstove in the house which is working out really well.

Aonghus: Caught in beaurocratic grind of medical care, but situation is poised to improve due to Aonghus has untangled an impasse related to needed tests yet uncovered by insurance company. New insurance has all, Doctors are all on board and addressing of medical issues can go forward from now. Stay tuned. Aonghus duly notes that Comyn is extremely eager to get his hands on Aonghus' tools. In the shop.

Brogan: giant project completed at work, the, building of a new studio, resounding success. Had been working lots of hours to complete by deadline. Also, been shooting at the range (12 guage, AR15 and AR7) and planning on taking a hunting trip upstate with Tess, joining Katrina and Bash. Maybe deer too. He is also researching a period chair, but is keeping it a surprise for now.

Tess: Mom, who had suffered a stroke, is settling down into her new surroundings now at a home and doing much better. Been very busy attending to her Mother's house and belongings. Sadly, lost her 13 year old cat. New cat has been installed underneath the entertainment center. Been shooting with Brogan and has discovered good aim.

Fiscal Business
Sabha reports that treasury balance stands at usd 1,592.85.

Tee shirts have been inventoried and all data avail on website.

Old Business

1. Park reservation issues. Brogan was advised that the Park is no longer taking reservations. He intends to challenge this as the information sounds spurious to us all. Brogan will find someone who knows what they are talking about and try to secure reservation for event (1st weekend of May 02 - 04th). Plan b, will be to go on Thursday and standby at our preferred campground.

(see forum discussion)

2. Coins. 300 blanks and punches are ready. Invitation to join on Saturday for coin striking. Stay tuned to the website for the proposed date(s).

3. Tee shirts. Vollund and Comyn are collaborating to produce tees based on Vollunds Gorgon of Bath design.

New Business

Event Planning.

Trailer hauled by Brogan. Hookups - Comyn. Wood delivery - Guthrum.

Dayboard - Collin
Welcome Stew - Brogan

Feast planning:
Leg o' Lamb - Vollund
Pottage - EW
Beer, Root Beer - Guthrum and Fionnuala
Spinach - Brogan
Bread and Honey Butter - Sabha
Carrots - Faellon
Dishes - Momus and Fiachra
Dessert - Faellon (Jen!)

Presentations

Spinning products demonstrated by Sabha - worsted unplied hand-spun wool, and two-ply hand-spun wool.

Personal biz:
Aonghus - 'it's personal'

Meeting adjurned.

Pennsic 2008 Planning Meeting

Summer Solstice 2008 Meeting, 6/22/08
Meeting opened at 1:30 PM with a mention on the shortening days by Comyn
Minutes taken by Comyn

Quorum: 2 Officers and 7 out of 11 active members present

Members Attending:

• Aonghus
• Brogan - officer
• Comyn - officer
• Fiachra
• Finnoula
• Guthrum
• Sabha

Friends of the Clann Attending:
none

Guests:
Tess

What News:

• Guthrum - has been doing a little forging, presented a matching table pin to Comyn which hopefully is the same as the one they forged prior, but was working by memory. Has been working on getting in shape by biking, lifting, jumping rope, jogging - has lost 40 pounds! The new svelt Guthrum arrived at the meeting in his 'Sport Kilt'.
• Finnoula - has been in South America on business recently and dealing with lots of work aftermath upon return. Architectural drawings for remodel of their house are done and she is very excited to get started, Irish festival is coming in July - look for an announcement soon on yahoo! to confirm details - last time was a great day in the sun with Irish bands and vendors, interested in getting together to go to Sands Point (MSR event) this year.
• Fiachra - has been spending much of his free time painting, plumbing, doing electrical work and feels his new house is finally ready for visitors.
• Aonghus - was feeling a bit better on the new medicine, bought a new hybrid bike and went out a few times with Fjord, but a bit discouraged at lack of energy and mysterious pains after riding.
• Comyn - passed around copies of the latest SCA Viaduct. There was some interest in an upcoming local event in Huntington - possibly a day trip? Details are posted on the site. Contractor quoting out converting garage into a music studio, Sat in for a couple sets at the vineyard with "7s and 3s" an Irish dance group out of western Nassau and got copies of their set lists (lots of rebel tunes) which he has been studying. Will post Sands Point details on site.
• Sabha - very busy with PTA stuff, has a new inkle loom and can do 84" by 5" wide trim now! Offers spinning wheel demos for anyone interested - has been producing lots of very nice yarn lately. Wants a couple sheep (Comyn rolls eyes).
• Tess - recertified EMT, delivered a baby, brought back an overdose, and got someone out of a diabetic coma! [ed. note: One more reason to not scare Tess away as her medical skills are a valued asset at events!] Bought an awesome Husky power washer...
• Brogan - helped clean the gutters at Tess' place with the powerwasher and ended up wearing a muddy, wormy, mossy mess of spooge. Hasn't been making fighter practices in Sayville lately. Described the Sayville group which is largely heavy fighters along with a smattering of wire weenies, and a little boffer for folks who aren't outfitted properly. If you want in on the boffer, bring a hockey helmet. Has been very busy at work on a new mobile production system (has outfitted similar systems in the past many times and is excited to use his skills again). Putting in for a bow hunting license, we should be eating venison at every event!

Fiscal Business:
Treasury stands at $1,253.13

• Clann still owes $200 to reimburse Sabha for ghost registrations (Ned and Fiachra)
• Clann is owed $180 for pre-ordered 2008 tee shirts (Leaving 2 XL 2008 extras). Inventory on older shirts can be found on the Clann Tee Shirts page by clicking on each shirt image.
• There are only 6 Clann coins in the treasury!

Old Business:

• Trailer - no movement on the new trailer project yet. Comyn will try to set up Wed. night to bring the trailer over to John Meade's for a discussion with Aonghus.
• Coins - we need coins before Pennsic! Colin has the stuff, but will likely be very busy over the next few weeks with the baby coming. Comyn and Brogan will try to make arrangements to get over there and bang coins if they are up for that before Pennsic.

New Business:

• PENNSIC
  • Nomad - Seems to have been broken at Samhain 2007 when a part of the spit fell on the valve assembly. The symptom (fires up but not enough hot water) suggests that the gas flow isn't correct. Trailer needs to be pulled out and the valve needs to be disassembled and set up properly. Brogan will co-ordinate with Comyn to get to the shop and work on it.
  • Spare Tire(s) - Brogan will not pull the trailer on the old tires. The Clann will purchase two new tires for the old trailer - Brogan will purchase them in lieu of payment on what he owes for Clann tees, and settle with the treasurer after purchase.
  • Pantry - when the trailer is pulled out, a shopping list will be created to replenish the larder. Comyn mentioned there was no coffee left. General agreement to avoid using sponges and to to purchase washable cloths or handi-wipes with Clorox or equivalent.
  • Redistribution of Cast Iron - in anticipation of Pennsic trip, the trailer is already over-weight. The cast iron cookware will be pulled off the trailer and distributed to Pennsic attendees as follows:
    • Brogan - Cauldron and dutch oven
    • Comyn - Cauldron and dutch oven
    • Guthrum - Large Cauldron

    The frying pan will not be brought on this trip.

  • First Aid Kit - Tess will replenish the trauma bag
  • Arriving at Pennsic - Finnoula suggested what everyone thought the best new idea we've heard in a while for Pennsic: new arrivals should stop at the store on the way in and pick up two bags of ice and fixings for dinner for the Clann. It is traditional that town runs be performed so that folks are back on site *before* 4pm, so if you arrive later than that time, make sure you have storage for anything you bring in overnight for use the next day.
  • Dinner will be community every night! Comyn and Sabha will help with dinner every night. Brogan requests two nights off as primary cook, so attendees should co-ordinate to take this job at least two times. Primary cook makes enough food to feed the entire camp and some stragglers, so this is a serious job!
  • Garbage - will be handled on a as-needed basis. If you have to push the garbage down into the bag, it's your turn.
  • Cooler / Ice - town runs for ice will be handled on an as-needed basis as well.
  • Dishes - job will be assigned at day board.
• SITE FEES clarification - Sabha was informed that site fees have been waived in the past for guests who bring anything for the feast. This is NOT Clann policy. A members dues include all site fees, but all guests are expected to pay a site fee. The treasurer has traditionally reimbursed for the main dish. All other items brought for the feast are considered a donation to the Clann. No changes to Clann law are needed - members should refer to Clann law 06.1, 06.3, and 06.9.
• WOOD - prices for wood have nearly doubled since last year as more people have begun using wood to heat their homes. Wood for the last event was almost as much as the site fee itself! Wood prices are expected to remain high, but whether we end up using it or not we need to ensure we have enough for the event. It might be a good idea to investigate alternate sources for next event (ie: ordering less, and supplementing with wood that members can bring from home).

  Presentations:
  none
  Probate Review:
  none
  Personal Business:
  none

  Brogan motions to adjourn meeting at 3:56 PM
  Comyn seconds

Samhain 2008 Meeting Minutes

Samhain planning meeting, 9/13/08

Meeting called to order at 1:35PM with a blessing by Comyn

Members Present:
Faellon
Colin
Sabha
Brogan
Comyn
Eberwulf
Aonghus
Gutrhum
Finnoula

Friends of the Clann Present:
Bree
Aislinn

Guests Present:
Tess

What News:

Comyn
Has been talking to Christiana about persona stories for kids. Has converted his garage into a music room \ man cave. Has also spoken to the Baron of the local SCA chapter, who is interested in coming to our event.

Eberwulf
Nothing new medievally. Has been working. Julian is growing fast and is talking now. He is very into baseball

Aonghus
Is in the process of moving the family business to a new location on Lakeland Ave. Still not feeling well and now may have Bursitis. Announced to the clann that Chris Truedler is in the hospital with respiratory problems.

Colin
Not much medievally. Has 10 gallons of mead to bottle. Mira is doing great and has been taking up a lot of his and Bree’s time. Is hoping to make Samhain. Work has been crazy, very busy.

Faellon
Not much medievally. Is starting classes to become a NYS licensed Home Inspector and will be starting up a new business when done

Sabha
Has been doing lots of knitting. Girls are in school full time this year and she is the Treasurer of the school PTA. She and Comyn joined a fruit coop and has been making lots of jams and preserves.

Guthrum
Had a great time at Pennsic. Went to the NY Renaissance Faire and met up with Fiachra there. Has been practicing his bodhran a lot and is planning on attending Fall Thyng

Finnoula
Same as Guthrum and is very happy that a guy from Japan that she works with has left and gone back to Japan

Brogan
Gearing up to do a brewing session with the 3 tier system. Has a bag of grain on order for this. Back in school again and is taking Psychology class. Is going to Fall Thyng

Tess
Wrapping up moving her mom’s stuff and having estate sales. Just closed on selling her mom’s house.

Aislinn
Has been very busy at work

Fiscal Business:
Treasury stands at $653.13 after Pennsic. Comyn passed around an inventory of old T-shirts to try and get some of them sold. A few ideas were talked about to try and raise some more money and a mead auction at Samhain was chosen to start off with. Aislinn to run auction starting on Saturday afternoon of Samhain.

Old Business:
None

New Business:

Samhain:

Feast:
Roasted Pig – Brogan to cook. He will contact Bosh about getting the pig for us
Venison – Bosh
Welcome Stew – Faellon
Pottage – Eberwulf
Bread and Butter – Sabha
Brussels Sprouts – Brogan
Roasted Root Veggies – Vollund
Another side dish of his choice – Brogan
Desert – Aislinn
Dayboard – Colin & Bree
Firewood – Guthrum and Finnoula
Beer – Guthrum and Finnoula
Cider – Colin

Other tasks:
Water setup and breakdown – Comyn
Dining Flys – Comyn, Brogan, Colin and Faellon
Jockey Box – Faellon
Trailer towing and setup – Brogan with assistance from whoever is around
Dishes – Fiachra & Momus
Tiki Torches – Fiachra
Other Assorted Crap – Vollund
Trailer Breakdown – Brogan with assists from any who are around

Event events:
Brogan will bring mask making supplies
Colin suggested a libation auction which Aislinn will run on Sat afternoon
Brogan to contact Greycloak about Wickerman and he will build it if Grey can not
Elections will be held after the feast and before the ceremony

New Business Cont..
Comyn had an idea for some type of Tiki torch with the clann symbols on it for use at our driveway at Pennsic as well as at the local events. He talked to Brogan about it during the meeting and they are going to try and come up with something made out of wood.

Presentations:
None

Probate Review:
None. No one has heard from Maeve in a while.

Personal Business:
None

Brogan moved to adjourn meeting at 2:52PM

Imbolc 2009 Planning Meeting Minutes

Beltaine Planning Meeting – 12/6/08

Members Present:
Faellon
Brogan
Comyn
Sabha
Eberwulf
Githrum
Finnoula

Guests Present:
Tess
Aislinn

Meeting called to order at 1:30 with a reading by Comyn about winter solstice and Yule

What News:

Eberwulf – Had a great time at Samhain. Nothing medievally. Helska and Julian are doing well

Faellon – Nothing medievally. Home inspection business is almost ready to get off the ground

Guthrum – Has been working in the forge. Made pins for the camp tables, a set of which will be auctioned off at Beltaine.

Finnoula – not much medievally. Commented that Samhain was great this year. Work has been depressing. Kids are doing great. Looking forward to Jesus’ birthday for all the consumer goods.

Sabha – not much medieveally. Made a yummy dessert with the oats from her Atholbros. Has a new website for her fiber crafts. – www.cathycrafter.com

Comyn – has been doing some recording. Got a cool new iron tripod for cast iron cooking from Gobae

Brogan – went to forge weekend. Stayed in a medieval flophouse with Tess, Urich, Yvan, Maggie and lots of dogs. Work and school have been really busy

Aislinn – has been working a lot of overtime. Also doing a lot of crocheting and is working on a blanket for camping events

Tess – not much new. Kids are good. Took her mom out of the home for the 1st time in a year.

Fiscal Business:
Treasury stands at $1288 after Samhain. No coins currently available. Brogan has blanks ready to strike

Old Business:

Trailer – Brogan will talk to Aonghus about the status of the trailer project. General consensus of present members is to move forward on the project already

New Business:

Imbolc – Tentatively at new location in West Islip. Need Aonghus to make arrangements. Preferred date is 2/7 but if not available we should shoot for 1/31

Feast:

Brogan – Chicken\Ducks\Rabbit
Faellon – some type of lamb
Guthrum & Finnoula – will host a sausage making event prior to the feast
Comyn – Beer
Eberwulf – Pottage
Vollund – Vegetables
Finnoula – honeyed carrots
Sabha – breads
Aislinn – desserts
Colin – Cheese & Crackers or some type of dayboard
Momus & Fiachra – dishes

Craft Fair and Auction – Momus to host auction

The Fili has challenged all members of the clann to show up at the event with a riddle

New Business Continued:

Comyn – Next Norseland event is on Jan 11 in Vermont. Approximately a 6 hour trip. Crash space is available

Guthrum – Pennsic related – would like any guests camping with us to be informed that staying with us includes taking part in all camp activities, including meals, chores, parties, etc.

Presentations:

Comyn - showed off iron tripod he got from Gobae. Had a copy of the Pikestaff and the SCA Viaduct

Probate Review – no word from Maeve

Personal Business - none

Meeting adjourned at 3:30PM