Minutes of Madrone Curia April 28th, 2026
Words from their Excellencies: We are looking forward to a Summer of fun with the Barony.
Progress: Sir Eddies – Thornwood (Likely), Day of Archery – Wyewood (Likely), May Crown, Lionhearts, June Faire, Athenaeum
Words from the Seneschal: Will have Officer Emails on the Kingdom “Delete List” ported to Gmail instead. Officer changes: Chronicler Change Over – June 1. Approved. Scribe Change Over – May 1. Approved. Rapier Marshal Change Over – July 1. Previously approved, date confirmed.
Exchequer: Upcoming expenditures: Lionhearts site fee – paid. Storage Rental due July, 2nd part Athenaeum site Rental due June. Merchants Banc website transition has completed and accessible.
Chatelaine: Baronies participating in the Seattle Pride Parade: Madrone, BaO, Glymm Mere, Dragon’s Laire confirmed thus far. Donation of $150 (or $200) to make up to the $850 participation fee approved. 5 completely new newcomers came to Colloquium.
Arts & Sciences: Colloquium went very well with several newcomers. New A&S nights on Wednesdays organized by Heraldsbane May 20th at Greenlake Library, June 17th at Ballard Library. Madrone’s A&S Champion Galfryd Yrnmonger was one of two finalists at Kingdom A&S, and also attained the Sable Bonnet (Highest scoring).
Armored Combat: Only 3 heavy fighters at Dragon’s Landing Demo – but went great. New person at practice.
Rapier & Cut n Thrust: Plans for actual teaching, not just sparring are in the works by Ancareta. 1 injury – Morganus has reported. Practice was a little light, and Thursday Practice in Remond moved to Wednesday Practice at Crossroads Park Bellevue. Beginning to run out of space at Kapka – will have to do better management of fighting/sharing space with Armored Combat
Chamberlain: Will bring “SCA this way” sandwich boards for Lionhearts
Herald: Will not run a consultation table at Lionhearts – outdoor facility not the best for a consultation table with books and loose papers.
Scribe: Charters are being done, officer change-over as of May 1. Approved
Social Media: 14 new on Discord, 6 on Facebook
Webster: In the process of creating a page for reels/movies – please contact Rowenna de Manning if you have any reels/movies to contribute.
Chronicler: Quarterly Report sent in to Kingdom, May Leaf will be uploaded on website by May.
Words from the PdL Seneschal: PdL will donate $100 towards the fee for the Seattle Pride Parade.
Sergeantry: Future dates are still being worked out for a joint Madrone/Wyewood quest book study session.
- Gallant Kate McKim (as An Tir KRM) facilitated the organization and running of Queen’s Rapier Championship.
- Courtier-Steward Muirghrein supported marshalling at Queen’s Rapier Championship.
Socials: May 4th Social at Kapka – Countess Elisabeth de Rossignol will be teaching “So you want to be a Branch Herald?”
Culinary Guild: Did Roman Snacks at Colloquium which was very well received.
- Athenaeum – Court Snacks planned
- Peasants Revel
- October Event planning going on
Dance: Ongoing on the regular schedule of 1st Thursdays in Kirkland and 3rd Wednesday at Kapka School
Equestrian: Equestrian Championship activities at May Crown canceled by Kingdom. Next practice, May 30th.
Events:
Madrone Colloquium (April 11th, 2026): 39 attendees – almost broke even – out the PayPal credit card fees. Comment – if we do another Spring event, do not schedule it the weekend before Kingdoms A&S, the day before the Renton Drago’s Demo and opposite Honor War. For future discussion – what we can do to support teachers & teaching at future Colloquiums.
May Crown – Wealdsmere (May 15 – 17th, 2026): There will be a Baronial encampment. Reach out to Nicholas Volkheart with your tent/camp size if you wish to camp with the Barony. BnB planning a “Smores Party” at the Baronial Pavilion on the Erics.
Lionhearts Championship & Picnic (May 31st, 2026): This is a Sunday at Tolt McDonald Park’s Barn Shelter in Carnation. Event Stewards: Jade & Melrakki – There will be some form of food provided by Barony.
Athenaeum (June 27th, 2026): Renton Technical College, Renton. There are still display tables available (as of Curia). Please apply to display!Box lunch by the Renton Culinary Program will be $18 and include a cookie, chips and a drink. Finger foods for Vigil & Baronial hospitality tables are allowed. RTC will allow a Friday (3pm – 8pm) set up. EventSteward: Ameline.
Peasants Revel by PdL (August 8th, 2026): Spirit Ridge Park, Bellevue. Sponsored by the Canton of PdL and the Culinary Guild. There will be “Battle Croquet” and a champion chosen.
Autumn War/Emprise of the Black Lion (September 10 – 13, 2026): T90 Ranch, Tennino. Lady Melrakki will be the Barony Contact for coordination. There will be a “Buy a Life” Tourney to benefit the Sarcoma Foundation, run by Slade.
October Event (October 24th, 2026): The Barony is looking at running an event with the Culinary Guild either providing a full meal or the main for a pot luck. Site: Fauntleroy Church where Yule was held. Event Steward: Required – please reach out to the BnB if you are interested