*****Please note due to the hurricane, St. Joseph's Church in Swedesboro had to cancel our reservation. We have moved the event to Ferrel Fire Hall. Directions are posted below. The event will go on!!*****
From the southern reaches of the great Laurel Kingdom of the East comes a voice. A voice rich with the memories of those who have been a part of its history. A voice wise with its experiences, some sad, some joyous. A voice weighted with the passing of time, yet anticipating its future. A voice that calls out to the Kingdom, to those who have been its friends and to those it has yet to meet, and says, “Hey, cool, twenty years old and we haven't blown ourselves up yet! Let's have a party!”
Join us in celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the Founding of the Shire of Iron Bog on the 15th of November, 2003, at Ferrell Volunteer Fire Company in Ferrell, NJ. The site opens at 11 AM and closes at 9 PM.
The Event Steward is Lady Dorathia Mychell. She can be reached at doodlecrumb@comcast.net, at home at 856-784-6738, or by cell at 856-217-3174.
Merchants are more than welcome to attend and ply their wares. We ask only that in addition to paying the entrance fee to the event, an item be donated for auction. Merchants must contact the Steward before the event.
Their Majesties Balfar and Luna, though busy attending business in another part of the Kingdom, have declared that displays of personal heraldry are a joy to Their hearts. To this end, we would strongly encourage our guests to bring their banners to proclaim their presence in the hall.
During the day, we'll be showcasing the arts with an Exhibition open to all. We especially encourage items produced with or made from iron – needlework, calligraphy, armour, and the like - and displays relevant to Iron Bog's past and future.
The Honorable Lord Justinian Timagenes will be teaching classes in dance during the day, in preparation for the evening's Ball. Baroness Katherine Barr will be leading a discussion of the SCA and its practices and etiquette, intended especially for newcomers. The Cattail Pursuivant, Lord Eldrich Gaiman, will be offering heraldic consulting to those who desire it. We also plan to offer games of chance and skill for those so inclined.
However, this event is not only for those of an artistic inclination. There will be martial activities as well. Lord Sterling dela Rosa wishes to encourage the heavy-weapons fighters to join together on the tourney field for the last chance to fight at an event before the 100-Minutes War.
During the day, there will be a silent auction of items collected by and donated to the Shire.
The cooks will set out a light side-board during the day. In the late afternoon, there will be a magnificent feast of rare delicacies and favorite Iron Bog dishes through the years, prepared by Lady Grainne ni Bhraonáin and the renowned Iron Bog Cooks' Guild. We are planning on serving a few vegetarian dishes, but questions regarding special dietary concerns should be directed to the Steward.
Finally, we will dance away the evening to the music of the ever-popular Bhakaili Branslers.
Please note that we are not planning any activities specifically for children, but they are otherwise welcome to attend with their parents and to participate in the day's activities.
The cost for the event, for adults, is $17 if staying for feast, $9 for the day. Youth aged 12-17 will be charged $16 if eating feast or $8 for the day. Children under age 12 are $8 with feast, $4 without. Babes-in-arms are free. Please remember that the Non-Member Surcharge is in effect. A blue card must be presented at the door for every adult attending or there will be a $3 surcharge. There will be no exceptions.
Directions:
Ferrell Fire House
Ellis Mill (CR-641) and Elk (CR-538) Roads
Ferrell, NJ 08343
If using MapQuest or Microsoft Streets, just enter "Ferrell, NJ" and the star will be right on the spot.
From the North and East via I-295 S: Go south to Route 42 South to Route 55 South. Follow from # below.
From the South via Route 55: Take Rt. 55 North. Follow from # below.
# Take Exit 48 towards Ferrell. This is Ellis Mill Road (CR-641). Go 3.2 miles to Elk Road (CR-538). The Fire Hall is on the far right corner.
From the South via I-295 N: Go north to Exit 11 towards Mullica Hill (Route 322 E). Travel 7 miles to the "T" intersection in Mullica Hill. Follow from * below.
From the NJ Turnpike: Take the Turnpike to Exit 2 and get onto Route 322 East (Swedesboro Road). Follow about 2.7 miles to the "T" intersection in Mullica Hill. Follow from * below.
From Philadelphia and Delaware - Take Route 95, cross the Commadore Barry Bridge and get onto Route 322 East (Swedesboro Road). Follow about 8.5 miles to the "T" intersection in Mullica Hill. Follow from * below.
* At the stop sign (Harrison House Restaurant on left), turn right onto Main Street (Routes 45/322). Follow Main for 1 mile, passing the exits for 322 and 45, and bear left onto Bridgeton Pike (Route 77 South). Drive 3.8 miles, then turn left onto Elk Road (CR-538). The fire hall will be one block ahead on the right.
Event Website: http://www.ironbog.eastkingdom.org
Site:
Ferrel Volunteer Fire Company
Ellis Mill (CR-641) and Elk (CR-538) Roads
Ferrell, NJ 08343
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Site Opens: 11:00am
Site Closes: 9:00pm
Event Fees:
Site : The cost for the event, for adults, is $17 if staying for feast, $9 for the day. Youth aged 12-17 will be charged $16 if eating feast or $8 for the day. Children under age 12 are $8 with feast, $4 without. Babes-in-arms are free. Please remember that the Non-Member Surcharge is in effect. A blue card must be presented at the door for every adult attending or there will be a $3 surcharge. There will be no exceptions.
Feast: Reservations can be mailed to the Steward, Lady Dorathia Mychell (mka Trish Szekley), 52 Cambridge Ave., Sicklerville, NJ 08081. Checks should be made payable to “SCA, Inc. - Shire of Iron Bog”. Please include both modern and SCA name.
Send Reservations to:
The Event Steward
Lady Dorathia Mychell
MKA Tricia Szekely
52 Cambridge Ave.
Sicklerville, NJ 08081
Autocrat:
The Event Steward, Lady Dorathia Mychell, can be reached at 856-784-6738 (h) or 856-217-3174 (cell), by snail mail at address above.
Other Contact Information:
Merchants can contact the Event Steward for more information. Cost for merchanting is one donated item to be used at the silent auction held that day.
Make Checks Payable to: SCA, Inc. - Shire of Iron Bog
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