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September Mews
Greetings Calontir,The September edition of the Mews is now available. Please see attached.
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Position Opening: Kingdom Advocate…
The Kingdom Advocates work as a team to address concerns, help bring about resolutions to disputes, and investigate reports of inappropriate behaviour. Our current Kingdom Advocates are Duke Tristram of Lindisfarne, Countess Conna ingen Ui Chearbhaill, and Mistress Halimah bint ‘al Abbas ‘al Tanji. They have done a fantastic job under uniquely trying circumstances. Due to a combination of plague and corporate restructuring, they have been in their roles for a greater than expected period of time, and would like to retire to their estates to enjoy a well deserved rest. We announced the newest member of the team, Lady Eawynn ingen Broccain, in court last night. We will need others as well. If you are interested in serving Calontir in this capacity, please submit your letter of intent to [email protected], and copy the advocates at [email protected]. Letters of intent are due by August 20th, 2022. If you have any questions about the office please let us know. Thank you.In Service,
Galen
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Position Opening: Kingdom Seneschal and Emergency Deputy Seneschal…
The current Emergency Deputy Seneschal for Calontir, His Lordship Saito Takauji, will be stepping up as the next Baron of Mag Mor at the end of August. This means that I am in need of a new Emergency Deputy Seneschal. My warrant is also up in November, which means that I am seeking a successor for my office. If you are interested in serving the kingdom either as Emergency Deputy Seneschal, or the next Kingdom Seneschal, please submit your letters of intent to [email protected] by August 17th, 2022. If you have any questions about the office, please let me know. Thank you.In Service,
Galen
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Requesting Applicants for Kingdom Webminister
Greetings Calontir,We are seeking volunteers to serve as the next kingdom webminister. The webminister is responsible for maintaining the kingdom website, coordinating the efforts of the deputy webministers to maintain the email and database services, and for overseeing the creation and maintenance of local group websites.Candidates should be comfortable with computer technology. Experience with web technologies is desireable, however the ideal candidate must have strong project management and delegation skills. Training in the use of Calontir's various web systems will be provided and you will inherit a skilled team of deputies to help manage our web presence.
Please send all Letters of Intent or inquiries to [email protected]. Letters should include:
1) A description of your relevant experience and skills2) A description of your goals for your term in the webminister's officeSincerely,Master Gawin Kappler, OoD
Calontir Webminister
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Mag Mor Baronial Investiture at Cattle Raids
Unto the kind and generous people of Calontir and Mag Mor
Come these words from Queen Magdalena and King HirschAs was announced in Our Court yesterday at Kingdom Arts and Sciences, We are pleased to announce the investiture of Honorable Lord Saito Takauji and Lady Lelia Corsini as the Baronage of Mag Mor. This will be done at the upcoming Cattle Raids.
We are so pleased with the work that Baron Vilhjálmr Hálftroll and Baroness Gyða have done keeping the Barony vibrant and active. The happiness of the Barony is a clear sign of how well these lands have been managed.
Thank you everyone for your commentary
King Hirsch and Queen MagdalenaPeace. Love. Calontir.
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COVID Reminders…
As we reach mid-Summer, with more events taking place indoors, it seems like a good idea to remind everyone of the rules, guidelines, and procedures in place regarding COVID. The COVIDSafe policy continues to be enforced. Information on the COVIDSafe Policy can be found here…https://www.calontir.org/covidsafe/
…In addition to the COVIDSafe policy, which requires proof of vaccination, or a negative COVID test, from a medical provider, within 72 hours prior to the start of every qualifying event, the following guidelines for event attendance are also in place…
https://www.calontir.org/update-calontir-covid-guidelines-for-event-attendance/
…If you test positive for COVID following an event please inform the Kingdom Seneschal at [email protected]. No details will be disclosed. We will only disclose that someone attending the event tested positive. This provides anyone who attended the event the opportunity to take any necessary precautions. While indoor masking is not currently required for those who meet the CDC definition of “Fully Vaccinated”, indoor masking is still recommended. Masks will continue to be made available for those who need, or desire, them.
If you have any questions please contact me at [email protected]
Thank you all for your continued perseverance, and patience, as we continue to navigate this ever changing pandemic. Together we are Calontir, and we will endure.
In Service,
Galen
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Requesting Letters for Eyas and Saker Herald
Greetings good gentles!The College of Heralds has two positions that need volunteers. Caitilin inghean Ui Lochlainn’s term as Eyas Herald is nearing the end. My time as Saker Herald is winding down. We are looking for volunteers that would be interested in serving the Kingdom and College in these two necessary and important positions.
Eyas Herald is our Internal Submissions Herald. Saker Herald is the External Submissions Herald. These two positions handle the work necessary to keep Calontir in good standing as a Kingdom. These positions accept heraldic submissions, process payment, and publish monthly letters for consideration and registration. These positions require an active membership, an internet connection, access to a scanner, some familiarity with the OSCAR system, and the ability to be warranted by the Exchequer.
Please send all Letters of Intent or inquiries to [email protected]. Letters should include any information or skills relevant to the positions. We are accepting letters for Eyas Herald until the end of July. We are accepting letters for Saker Herald until the end of August.
S-ciào vostro,
Zaneta Baseggio.
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Requesting letters for a new Deputy of Martial Studies
Ciao Calontir!Sir Mathieu Chartain's time as Deputy of Martial Studies is nearing its end. We appreciate his service and understand that it is time to allow another an opportunity to serve. As such, we are in need of a new Deputy of Martial Studies.If you would like to be considered for this position please send a letter of interest to [email protected] outlining your qualifications and what you would like to accomplish in this position no later than July 31st. I will interview qualified candidates in early August and a decision will be made shortly thereafter. Please let me know if you have any questions.In servizio,HL Gianna Viviani
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Seafood Edict for Lilies War
Unto the people of the Known World who will be journeying to Lilies War, comes this missive from Queen Magdalena,
I hope your preparations are going well, and look forward to seeing you at The War of the Lilies!
His Majesty and I have an edict that prohibits seafood or fish at events. Lilies is not exempt from this edict. However, no one will be policing your cooler, or checking your camp.
Allow me to explain the reason for this edict, and then We would please ask you to use your best judgment, and courteous behavior.
I have a pretty severe seafood allergy. It is both a food allergy and an airborne allergy.
If I eat even small amounts of fish or seafood (including, but not limited to, worcestershire sauce and caesar dressing), I get hives, scratchy eyes, and inflamed airways. It’s that last bit that is most concerning.
The airborne aspect of this allergy is the sneaky part, and is why we ask that seafood and fish not be present at events. Fish being cooked in my presence will trigger an anaphylactic reaction. Anaphylaxis includes airway restriction and sharp decrease in blood pressure (which is why it is often called anaphylactic shock). Not breathing really sucks. The decrease in blood pressure means fatigue, or even loss of consciousness.
But, it is not just cooking seafood that can get me. The smell of seafood will lead to a reaction, albeit less severe. Talking to someone who has eaten seafood, and inhaling their exhalations can lead to a reaction. These reactions are not, so far, life threatening. But, the sore throat, runny nose, burning eyes are unpleasant.
As Queen, I do not always have the option of simply leaving an event, as I do when I am not the queen. Additionally, a common side effect of being exposed to seafood is laryngitis. In any situation, this is annoying. But as Queen, it is pretty problematic.
Yes, I have rescue medication. They all have side effects, and none is a perfect cure. Benadryl makes me sleepy. My rescue inhaler makes my heart race. My epi-pen comes with a ride in an ambulance (no exceptions).
I hope you will read this and understand that I am not being precious. I am not trying to inflict my personal distaste for something on others. This is a real health issue for me.
Thank you.
Peace. Love. Calontir.
Queen Magdalena
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(Update) Calontir COVID Guidelines for Event Attendance…
Good morning Calontir!
After extensive review of currently available data, and in consultation with Their Majesties, it has been decided to adjust Calontir’s COVID Guidelines for event attendance. If you have any questions regarding the guidelines please contact me at [email protected]. The new guidelines are as follows…Current Rules for Calontir Event Attendance (effective June 13, 2022)1. COVIDSafe – The COVIDSafe policy is separate from these guidelines, and will remain in place until the criteria for suspension have been satisfied. More information on the COVIDSafe policy can be found at https://www.calontir.org/covidsafe/.2. MasksA. Masks are not required outdoors.B. While indoor masking is generally encouraged, those individuals who meet the CDC definition of “Fully Vaccinated” may choose not to wear a mask indoors.C. All those who do not meet the CDC definition of “Fully Vaccinated” must wear masks covering the nose and mouth while indoors, save those under 24 months of age.3. FoodA. There are no restrictions on food at this time.4. DrinkA. The only restriction at this time is the current Society prohibition on the use of shared drinking vessels for water bearing.Requests from the Crown:
1. If you are medically able to get the COVID Vaccine, please do so. If you are due for a booster, please get one.
2. Please do not attend gatherings if you are not feeling well. If someone in your household is Covid positive, or symptomatic, please stay home.
3. Please respect the comfort levels of those who wish to follow more stringent masking and distancing practices than are strictly required.
4. The SCA is an organization of chivalry and community. Please remember these values and help us all set a good example for the rest of the Known World.In all things kindness, peace, and love.
In Service,Galen
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