<div dir="ltr"><div class="gmail_default" style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">Greetings, Elfsea.</div><div class="gmail_default" style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif"><br></div><div class="gmail_default" style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">Please see the follow-up notes to the June populace meeting.</div><div class="gmail_default" style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif"><br></div><div class="gmail_default" style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">Our next populace is July 25th.  Hope to see you there! <br clear="all"></div><div><div class="gmail_signature" data-smartmail="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr"><div><div dir="ltr"><div><div dir="ltr"><div><font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif"></font> </div><div><font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif">In Service,</font></div><div><font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif">Lady Aoife Ruadh inghean Ragnaill</font></div><div><font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif">Seneschal, Barony of Elfsea</font></div><div><br></div><div><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt;text-align:justify"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"><font color="#000000">Barony
of Elfsea </font></span></p><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt;text-align:justify"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"><font color="#000000">6/27/16
Populace Meeting Notes</font></span></p><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt;text-align:justify"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"><font color="#000000">Meeting
opened at 7:12 pm</font></span></p><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt;text-align:justify"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></p><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt;text-align:justify"><font color="#000000"><b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Baron William
greeted the populace</span></b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"> and stated that he was glad
so many were in attendance and to see so many happy faces in the room. He
proceeded to:</span></font></p><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><ul style="list-style-type:disc;direction:ltr"><li style="font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Discuss the success of the recent
Populace in the Park with Steppes; it was a traditional joint practice
including a tournament which was won by Duke Creppin; the banner presented to
the winning barony was displayed and will remain in Elfsea’s possession until
the next joint practice which the baron stated will take place when the weather
is cooler. </span></p></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Welcome Newcomers.<span>  </span>All were asked to come forward, where they
were welcomed by Their Excellencies and presented with tokens and shillings.</span></p></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Recognize Service or
Competition in the Name of Elfsea.<span>  </span>Anyone
who has competed or served in the name of the barony was asked to step forward
to be presented with warrior beads.<span>  </span>Lady
Cecilia of Kent was recognized for winning the Bardic competition at Steppes
Warlord and as a result is the new bard for the Steppes.</span></p></li></ul><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">





</font><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt;text-align:justify"><b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"></span></b><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3"></font><br></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt;text-align:justify"><font color="#000000"><b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">The Seneschal
(Lady Aoife) was called forward to conduct baronial business</span></b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">:</span></font></p><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><ul style="list-style-type:disc;direction:ltr"><li style="font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><u><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Officer vacancies:</span></u></p></li></ul><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt 0.5in;text-align:justify"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"><font color="#000000">Currently
open for application: Archery Marshal; Knights Marshal; Nautilus Pursuivant;
Minister of Children, Chamberlain, and her own position (Seneschal). If you are
interested in applying for any of these positions, contact her at </font><a href="mailto:seneschal@elfsea.ansteorra.org"><font color="#0563c1">seneschal@elfsea.ansteorra.org</font></a><font color="#000000">.</font></span></p><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt 0.5in;text-align:justify"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></p><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><ul style="list-style-type:disc;direction:ltr"><li style="font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><u><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Finance Committee:</span></u></p></li></ul><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt 0.5in;text-align:justify"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"><font color="#000000">The
new financial committee was introduced: William and Cassandra holding the
B&B Position (required by position); Lady Aoife holding the Seneschal
Position (required by position); Lady Astridr holding the Exchequer position
(required by position); Master Caelin holding the Officer Rep position; <span> </span></font><font color="#000000">and Lady Eleanor holding the At-Large
Position.</font><span><font color="#000000">  </font></span></span></p><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt 0.5in;text-align:justify"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"><font color="#000000">Over
the next few months the financial committee will be involved in reviewing the submitted
budgets and baronial inventory. All officers need to be thinking about their
upcoming office needs and prepping a budget.<span> 
</span><span> </span></font><font color="#000000">Additionally, it is critical that
the populace attend upcoming meetings to vote on the budget, events, and
expense requests.</font></span></p><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt 0.5in;text-align:justify"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></p><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><ul style="list-style-type:disc;direction:ltr"><li style="font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><u><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Baronial College:</span></u></p></li></ul><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt 0.5in;text-align:justify"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"><font color="#000000">There
are people interested in submitting a bid for the college, but there seems to
be lack of an adequate site.<span>  </span></font><font color="#000000">More review
and searching will continue.</font><font color="#000000"><span>  </span><span> </span></font><font color="#000000">The only site listed so far seems to have
inadequate parking.</font><font color="#000000"><span>  </span><span> </span></font></span></p><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt 0.5in;text-align:justify"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"><font color="#000000">The
financial committee will meet at 6:30pm, July 18^th</font><font color="#000000">, before the
officers meeting, to review any submitted bids. </font></span></p><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt 0.5in;text-align:justify"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"><font color="#000000">If
a bid is approved by the finance committee, it will then be presented to
populace for vote on Monday July 25^th</font><font color="#000000">.</font><span><font color="#000000">  </font></span><font color="#000000">Members are urged to contact a member of the
finance committee with ideas for sites or contact information of folks who
might know of sites.</font><font color="#000000"><span>  </span><span> </span></font><font color="#000000">The site for the college requires classrooms;
possibly a kitchen; a large room/hall to use for court; and adequate parking.
It also needs to be available for a reasonable cost. While it does not have to
be in Fort Worth, it should be in the Fort Worth area. </font></span></p><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt 0.5in;text-align:justify"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"><font color="#000000">(<i>In order to address an audience question,
the Seneschal also briefly detailed the site requirements for Elfsea’s other
annual event (Defender), such as space for chivalry, archery, and rapier
competitions as well as camping/sleeping/RV spaces and preferably flush
toilets.</i></font><font color="#000000">)</font></span></p><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt;text-align:justify"><u><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"><span style="text-decoration:none"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></span></u></p><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><ul style="list-style-type:disc;direction:ltr"><li style="font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><u><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Arlington Library Demo:</span></u></p></li></ul><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt 0.5in;text-align:justify"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"><font color="#000000">The
date for the demo is Saturday, October 22^nd</font><font color="#000000">, in conjunction with the
City of Arlington (which refers to it as a “Medieval Festival”.</font><span><font color="#000000">  </font></span><font color="#000000">It is very well attended (495+ in 2015). </font></span></p><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt 0.5in;text-align:justify"><b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"><font color="#000000">The
Demo Coordinator is Baron Elfsea, Sir Arthur</font></span></b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"><font color="#000000">.<span>  </span></font><font color="#000000">Please contact him if you are willing to assist
with any aspect of the event. </font></span></p><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt;text-align:justify"><u><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"><span style="text-decoration:none"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></span></u></p><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><ul style="list-style-type:disc;direction:ltr"><li style="font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><u><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Boy Scout Jamboree:</span></u></p></li></ul><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt 0.5in;text-align:justify"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"><font color="#000000">This
year the jamboree will be held on the weekend of November 11-13, in conjunction
with the Boy Scouts of America who give us discounted rates on their camps
throughout the year.</font></span></p><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt 0.5in;text-align:justify"><b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"><font color="#000000">The
Demo Coordinator is Lord Franklin</font></span></b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"><font color="#000000">.<span>  </span></font><font color="#000000">Please contact him if you are willing to assist
with any aspect of the event. </font></span></p><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt 0.5in;text-align:justify"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></p><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><ul style="list-style-type:disc;direction:ltr"><li style="font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><u><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Officer Reports:</span></u></p><ul style="list-style-type:circle"><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Rapier
Marshal</span></b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">: The Seneschal spoke on behalf of the
Marshal.<span>  </span>Practice is held weekly,
classes are held monthly; contact Duchess Antigone of York with any questions.</span></p></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Hospitaler</span></b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">:
Lady Yvette stated that efforts to make newcomers welcome is going well and
thanked the populace for their efforts. <span> </span>Please consider donating time, material
(fabric), or older tunics as the garb box is in desperate need of tunics for
newcomers who wish to fight.</span></p></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Chronicler</span></b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">:
The Seneschal spoke on behalf of the m’Lady Johanna and provided the reminder that
the July Tidings deadline is midnight on June 28^th.<span>  </span>Officers and other items<span>  </span>(recipes, patterns, “how to”, as well as Word
Fame). It was mentioned that since the newsletter is no longer produced in
printed form there is no longer a limit on space or pages so the more items
submitted, the better.</span></p></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Chamberlain</span></b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">:
The Seneschal spoke on behalf of the Chamberlain with a reminder that the office
is open for application (duties basically consist of keeping an accurate track
of the baronial assets) and that the annual inventory will be scheduled in
several months.<span>  </span>Any questions can be
directed to Countess Amelot. </span></p></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Web
Minister</span></b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">: HE KerMegan spoke on behalf of Master
Caelin.<span>  </span>Members are requested to keep
submitting web errors, corrections, updates, and broken links.<span>  </span>While Master Caelin does not have access to
change the structural content of the website yet… he absolutely can correct
links and update information.<span>  </span></span></p></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Archery
Marshal</span></b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">: HE KerMegan spoke on behalf of Master
Caelin. There were two sessions this month; one had 2 participants and the
other was canceled due to extreme heat.</span></p><ul style="list-style-type:circle"><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">HE KerMegan also spoke on
behalf of Master Caelin for the<span>  </span><b>Cooks Guild</b>. The guild continues to
meet at their home on the second Tuesday of each month although they are open
to moving the location if desired. Master Caelin is considering taking the
guild back to the basic with discussions on knife safety and food safety.</span></p></li></ul></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Historian</span></b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">:
Lady Kaz <span> </span>reported has acquired a new
printer/scanner and is about to start scanning original photos <span> </span>she has received from the former shire of Loch
Ruadh (some of which are from the 1970s). If members have any original
historical photos or documents please give them to her. Lady Kaz is also
willing to scan older scrolls. </span></p></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Minister
of Children</span></b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">: Lady Silvana announced she will be
transitioning to the office of Kingdom MOC for at the July Round Table and the
barony’s office is now open for applications. It does require a background
check and a credit check. Let her know if you are interested. </span></p></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">A&S
Officer</span></b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">: Lady Liaden announced that as she has left
her position with the Arlington Theater, which was the location previously used
for the weekend workshops.<span>  </span>Since it is no
longer available, she is currently researching alternate locations. If members
need assistance with arts/sciences or general creation of all things beautiful,
or want to become an A&S deputy, please contact her.<span>  </span>Keep her in the loop on your projects so she
can put the info in her report.<span>  </span></span></p><p style="text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Lady Liadan recently taught her first
class at the recent Kings College (silk banner painting).</span></p></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Knight
Marshal</span></b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"> : Lord Absolon announced his office is
still open for applications but that he has had some interest from various
members.<span>   </span>He has also visited the
Bedford Boys Ranch recently (our prior practice location) and is in the process
of confirming the phase of completion so we could possibly move back
there.<span>  </span>Lord Absolon will provide updates
as he finds out information.</span></p></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Exchequer</span></b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">:
With the signature card at the bank updated, Lady Astridr’s transition to the
office is complete. She announced that she has already acquired a deputy
(M’Lady Stephania Volkova). </span></p></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">DFT
seneschal</span></b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">: Lord Franklin discussed the upcoming Boy
Scout Jamboree demo and the importance of Elfsea’s and DFT’s
participation.<span>  </span>Our participation allows
us to rent the various Boy Scout facilities (e.g. Sid Richardson, Worth Ranch)
at reduced rates. </span></p><p style="text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Within the next few months of planning, he
intends to contact all of the baronial and canton officers to discuss responsibility
for the various portions of demo this size.<span> 
</span><span> </span>If they cannot assist, he will
need assistance finding someone who can (A&S for displays, Hospitaler for printed
materials, Marshals for Fighting, etc.). Additionally, since this is a camping
event, he is hoping the Cooks Guild will be able to develop a meal plan to
prepare and serve meals to those barony and canton members camping during the demo
weekend.<span>  </span></span></p><p style="text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">He concluded by letting everyone know that
Dragonsfire Tor is doing well and that they are resting from hosting successful
back to back events. </span></p></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Nautilus
Pursuivant</span></b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">:</span></p><p style="text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Lady Cecelia stated that the office is
still open for application. Any interested parties do NOT have to be an expert
in any aspect of it…whether Heraldry or Voice/Court, it is OJT (On-the-Job
Training).<span>  </span>If a member is interested in
one but not the other, that is okay, too!<span> 
</span>Contact the Seneschal or B&B with questions.<span>   </span>Lady Cecelia stated that it has been her
honor to serve as the Elfsea Herald.</span></p><ul style="list-style-type:circle"><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Lady Cecelia also spoke as the
outgoing head of the <b>Scribal Guild</b>. She
voiced thanks to Lord Absolon, Lady Silvan, and her husband Lord Sebastian for
all of their work to produce original scrolls.<span> 
</span>She reminded populace that the Elfsea scribal community is now the
vanguard for the Ansteorra in creating works of art. <span> </span>At this point, she also thanked Lady Silvana
for her willingness to assume management of the scribal guild.</span></p></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><b><u><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">GUILD
/ ACADEMIE REPORTS</span></u></b><u><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">:</span></u></p></li></ul></li></ul></li></ul><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">









































</font><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt 1in;text-align:justify"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"><font color="#000000">With
all other guilds reported on at earlier times, Lady Silvana began the report for<b> Clothiers Guild.</b></font></span></p><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt 1in;text-align:justify"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"><font color="#000000">She
explained the guild was originally hosted and managed by Countess Amelot.<span>  </span></font><font color="#000000">Now that Silvana is taking on scribal and
K-MOC, it is a perfect time for someone else to assume responsibility for the Clothiers
Guild.</font><span><font color="#000000">  </font></span><font color="#000000">Presently the guild meets on the
fourth Friday of the month and also has its own Facebook group. </font></span></p><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt 1in;text-align:justify"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"><font color="#000000">NOTE:
After Lady Silvana’s remarks, Lady Y’Vette Der Liebe volunteered to assume
responsibility for the Clothiers Guild. She also mentioned the loaner garb box
is in need of more tunics for fighting, or fabric to make them.<span>  </span></font></span></p><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><ul style="list-style-type:disc;direction:ltr"><ul style="list-style-type:circle"><ul style="list-style-type:circle"><li style="font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Elfsea
Academie</span></b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"> – HL Jeanne-Marie announced the third Academie
would begin on the evening of July 11^th, 7pm – 9 pm.</span></p><p style="text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">There is a new location: Buffalo Wild
Wings Party Room, located at 1933 Airport Freeway in Bedford. The first class
will cover the history of the SCA and will again be taught by Master Robin of
Gilwell. She also stated that while members could no longer bring food and
drink, they could be purchased from the restaurant (the group will have their
own server for the evening); however <u>purchase IS NOT required</u>. <span> </span>She has provided her phone number so members
can contact her with any questions, although she may not return the call
immediately if at work.<span>  </span>(t)817-557-7472 </span></p><p style="text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"> </span></p></li></ul></ul></ul><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">





</font><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt;text-align:justify"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"><font color="#000000">The
officers were thanked for all of their attention to their duties.</font></span></p><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt;text-align:justify"><b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></b></p><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt;text-align:justify"><font color="#000000"><b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Baronial
Court Business</span></b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">:</span></font></p><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><ul style="list-style-type:disc;direction:ltr"><ul style="list-style-type:circle"><ul style="list-style-type:circle"><li style="font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Their Excellencies summoned Lord
Sebastian and presented him with a personal favor from the Baroness Cassandra
along with her thanks for working so hard for the barony as a “stealth”
volunteer.<span>  </span>She explained that he is one
who works behind the scenes, fabricating awards, painting scrolls, and more. </span></p></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Their Excellencies summoned Lady
Cecelia of Kent and presented her with the Azure Pearl of Elfsea in appreciation
for everything she has done for the barony and the guidance and assistance
provided to the B&B in particular.</span></p><p style="text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt"> </span></p></li></ul></ul></ul><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">





</font><p style="margin:0in 0in 0pt;text-align:justify"><font color="#000000"><b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Closing Comments
from Their Excellencies</span></b><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">:</span></font></p><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">

</font><ul style="list-style-type:circle;direction:ltr"><li style="font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Their Excellencies will not be
attending the Fiber Arts Symposium nor Crown Tournament, but send their best
wishes for safe travel and success to those who plan to attend.</span></p></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Their Excellencies progress
includes Round Table 7/16/16; Steppes Artesian; Glaslyn Artisan; and Bonwicke
(September 2-5).</span></p></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:bold"><p style="text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">Their Excellencies were
informed that the Kingdom of Caid loved the gifts from Elfsea.</span></p></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal"><p style="text-align:justify;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="line-height:107%;font-family:"Franklin Gothic Book","sans-serif";font-size:9pt">The populace was wished a good
evening and safe week ahead and the meeting adjourned.</span></p></li></ul><font color="#000000" face="Times New Roman" size="3">







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