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Barony of Cynnabar<BR>
Weekly Meeting<BR>
Mon, April 26, 2010<BR>
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<FONT style="FONT-SIZE: 16pt" size=4><U>Announcements</U></FONT><BR>
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<U><FONT size=3><EM><U><FONT size=3><EM>Pennsic</EM></FONT></U><BR></EM></FONT></U>The deadline to pre-register to camp with the Barony of Cynnabar is June 1. Contact Sir Straum for details.<BR>
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<FONT style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt" size=3><U><EM>Saline Celtic Fest<BR></EM></U></FONT>The annual Saline Celtic Fest is Sat, July 17.<BR>
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<U><FONT size=3><EM>Archery Practice</EM><BR></FONT></U>Practice is now on Wednesdays starting at 5:30p until dark at Dillon's home- 330 West Clark road, Ypsilanti, MI 48198.<BR> <BR>
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<U><FONT size=5>EVENTS</FONT></U><BR>
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<U><FONT style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt" size=3><EM>Brewer's Guild</EM></FONT></U><BR>
This enjoyable event included delicious new samplings from a new member. <BR>
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<U><FONT style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt" size=3><EM>Champion's Revel</EM></FONT></U><BR>
Baron Tairdelbach reports that even though the day was cold and wet many fighters attended to take part in the tourney. The Barony congratulates the winners- Lady Azriel is the new fencing champion. Master Midair is the new Armored Champion.<BR>
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Afterward many went to Mongolion Barbecue for dinner.<BR>
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<FONT size=3><EM><U>Nicola's Demo</U></EM></FONT><BR>
The demo was well-attended by the Barony. Everyone was friendly, helpful and informative. The audience was small but very interested.<BR>
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<FONT size=5><U>Old Business</U></FONT><BR>
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<FONT style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt" size=3><EM><U>Ypsilanti Heritage Festival</U></EM></FONT><BR>
The event is Aug 20-22. A booth is $85.00 total for all three days. Application deadline is July 15. Space has been requested to set-up a number of period tents and a list field. The Chatelaine is waiting for a response.<BR>
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<FONT size=3><EM><U>Thrones</U></EM></FONT><BR>
The deadline for Throne proposals is the first business meeting in May. The Baron says that this proposal could include a design for building new thrones, or a plan to repair the current thrones or ideas on which new thrones to purchase.<BR>
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<FONT style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt" size=3><EM><U>Fun Run</U><BR></EM></FONT>Registration before Aug 31 is $13/person. Event is Oct 2-3. Sign-up is on an individual basis. Contact Galen for more info.<BR>
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<FONT style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt" size=3><EM><U>Grand Tourney</U></EM></FONT><BR>
No new information.<BR>
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<EM><U><FONT style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt" size=3>Sound System</FONT></U></EM><BR>
A new policy for usage is being formulated<BR><BR>
<FONT style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt" size=3><EM><U>12th Night Site</U></EM></FONT><BR>
A comparison was made of the Dixboro Methodist Church and St Paul United Church of Christ in Saline. The Dixboro Church has more room for classes, feast, Royalty Room, parking and ease of movement through the space. The cost is $300/St Paul; $700/Dixboro. A decision will be made soon. A point by point comparison will be resent to the list in separate documents.<BR><BR>
<EM><U><FONT style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt" size=3>Sun Shade</FONT></U></EM><BR>
Sir Straum is satisfied with the proposal that the Barony will purchase his sun shade for $500.00. This purchase will include the canvas, the center pole and any poles he does not need for his other tent. <BR><BR>
<FONT style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt" size=3><EM><U>Gold Key</U></EM></FONT><BR>
The cataloguing continues.<BR>
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<FONT size=3><EM><U>Investiture</U></EM></FONT><BR>
Vincent reports that the event made a profit of approximately $700.00 A final report with be forthcoming.<BR>
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<FONT size=3><EM><U>Chronicler</U></EM></FONT><BR>
We need a new chronicler. Our current officer, Ysendra de Craig will be leaving the area in three months. If anyone is interested please contact her.<BR><BR>
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<U><FONT size=5>New Business</FONT></U><BR>
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<FONT size=3><EM><U>Slide Show</U></EM></FONT><BR>
The Chatelaine would like to create a slide show (running on a computer) to be used at recruiting events. I would appreciate any photographs from events that would be helpful to newcomers. Please send them to- <A href="mailto:chatelaine@cynnabar.org">chatelaine@cynnabar.org</A>. Also, lf anyone is interested in working on this project with Amyon, please contact her.<BR>
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<FONT size=3><EM><U>Newcomers</U></EM></FONT><BR>
Several newcomers attended the Champion's Revel on Sunday. The Erickson family and Lenadams Dorris. Everyone came in garb. The Barony is glad to have you.<BR>
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Meeting Adjourned<BR>I apologize if there is any incorrect information<BR>
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Amyon<BR>
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