[Ansteorra] A Special Demo Opportunity!!! ... A Shameless Plug!!!

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Fellow SCAdians ... 

The City Fathers of Crockett are really psyched about us (the SCA) being
there.  The Chief of Police, the local Sheriff, the Fire Department and the
EMTs are all planning on making appearances during the course of the day.
These people really, really WANT us there so we won't be viewed as "a bunch
of crazies in strange clothes"!  There is even talk of making it "an annual
event ... maybe during a cooler time of the year."  They are already asking
if this goes well if Raven's Fort or another branch would consider hosting
an event in their area!  

So what do you think?  Is the SCA going to let these good people down? I
really hope not!  Not only will it be good for Raven's Fort and surrounding
Baronies/Shires, it will be good for the Society as a whole.  We all know
that membership numbers are down ... Here's a chance to get them back up.
Demos are our recruiting tool and we should all take those opportunities to
show the mundane world the beauty that is our Dream.

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Not going to Round Table?  Looking for something to fill you time that
weekend?  Want to encourage someone to join in celebrating our Dream and
help out a family in need at the same time?

CONSIDER COMING TO OUR SPECIAL DEMO!!!


When: July 17-9 AM to 5 PM

Where: American Legion Post 134, Crockett, TX

Lady Katrina Alyse Argo, Proprietress of Longship Furniture (formerly
Barefoot Boxes) is putting together an SCA demo in Crockett, TX to benefit a
family in need. The veterans of American Legion Post 134 are very
enthusiastic and being very supportive of this benefit. The American
Legionnaires are planning not only to have us come and show them what we can
do but they are planning to have food stalls including turkey legs, sausage
on a stick and hot dogs with cold drinks, the local TV station, a classic
car show and a classic motorcycle show also. There will be a Silent Auction
with items donated from local shops ... The Legionnaires are hoping that the
SCA will add some items to this list as well.  We are also holding a Blood
Drive in connection with Carter Blood Centers out of Lufkin.  There is
always a need for blood, so if you can, please consider donating.

The American Legion has requested that we announce any fighter's affiliation
with any branch of the Armed Forces.  This is strictly voluntary for
whomever is willing to approve it.

What We Need

. All types of FIGHTING: chivalric, rapier, siege engines, archery! 

. All types of MERCHANTS: This is your chance to show off your best wares! A
large area of the parking lot will be cordoned off so that a true Merchant's
Row can be set up.  All we ask is a donation to the benefit or an item to
put in the Silent Auction.  The people in the area are very interested in
the items that we have for sale and are looking forward to browsing our
goods.

. All types of ARTS & SCIENCES: weaving, sewing, armoring, soap-making,
woodworking, blacksmithing!!!  There are many in the area that would like to
learn or exchange ideas and knowledge.

. EQUESTRIANS ARE ESPECIALLY INVITED!!! Crockett is horse country and the
Legion was overjoyed to hear we may have "real" knights on horseback!
Several Equestrians have already expressed an interest in attending.

. MUSICIANS, BARDS AND DANCERS!!! The Legion would love to hear our music!

. PERIOD PAVILIONS AND ENCAMPMENTS! Come lend your ambiance to this demo!

We will also need FIELD HERALDS, WATER-BEARERS and CHIURGEONS to assist our
fighters.  This is becoming a large "event" and we wish to make sure that
our SCA people are safe and hydrated as well has having a good time.  There
will be air conditioning available inside the Legion hall for cool-down
periods.

Every type of SCA personae and interest focus are needed for this demo. Come
be a part of the biggest demo since we were part of the Texas Renaissance
Festival!!!! Camping space and SHOWERS will be available Friday night and
Saturday. Electricity is available in the camping area at $0.15 per kilowatt
hour used.  There is a Holiday Inn Express and the Crockett Inn within 2
miles of the site.

Directions

    From Houston:  I-45 North to Madisonville (Hwy 21). Turn right on Hwy 21
which will take you to the 304 Loop around Crockett (it's is several miles
and usually take about 20 minutes to drive). Turn left onto Loop 304.  You
will go through, in order, a flashing light, a red light at Hwy 19/287 North
toward Palestine, a flashing light/4-way stop, a red light at the
Wal-Mart,and two more 4-stops.   On the right you will see the Crockett Inn
as well as a sign for the Civic Center.  Edminston Street runs between them.
Turn right and the American Legion hall is on the left just beyond the Civic
Center.

For directions from other locations, please let us know and we will provide
them to you as quickly as possible.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.

Who to Contact

Ly Katrina Alyse Argo 

Mundane Name: Cam Battaglia-15 River Terrace, Dayton, TX  77535

Cell Phone: (281) 904-0218 (no calls M-F between 9 am to 6 pm)

Evening Phone:  (281) 576-5485 (please leave a voice message before 7:30
p.m.)

Email: cam.battaglia at gmail.com