[Bryn-gwlad] Newcomers... The Quest Begins

[Stefan li Rous]

On Jul 5, 2006, at 2:07 AM, Coblaith Mhuimhneach wrote:
> There is a similar, but perhaps simpler, opportunity through the  
> Austin Public Library <http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/library/>.  The  
> Little Walnut Creek and Yarborough branches, at least, have display  
> cases in which they showcase "collections" of various types.   
> Contact information for the groups supplying the materials is  
> typically displayed on a tasteful card inside the case.  We could  
> put together a general SCA "collection", with photos and samples of  
> things our artisans have made, or any number of more specialized  
> displays.  (I'm willing to bet an armor "collection" would draw a  
> lot of attention, as would a display on calligraphy and  
> illumination.)  The last time I looked, there were signs up near  
> the cases indicating they were looking for things to show.

We have done this in the past.  However, anyone loaning materials for  
such a display should be aware that they may not get such items back.  
I lost over $500 worth of stuff (sword, custom made scabbard, dagger  
and scabbard, helmet) because it apparently got left at a fighter  
practice and didn't get back to me. I was either not at that fighter  
practice or I didn't hear the announcement and the person with the  
items didn't stay with the items to make sure they got back to the  
right person.

So, sure, put together a display. It's a wonderful idea. Just be  
aware that sometimes things happen.

Stefan
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