Pax

Pax Interruptus July 6, 2024

The Barony of Thescorre welcomes you to Pax Interruptus XLVII. Join us on July 6th, 2024, at the Heritage Square Museum at 7147 Ontario Center Rd, Ontario, NY 14519. Site opens at 9am and closes at 8pm. We will enjoy a day of pageantry as we prepare for Pennsic War. Event Stewards are Baroness Elizabeta da Venezia (Sabrina Sardella) and Baroness Bronwyn nic Gregor (Wendy Sardella). Venezia can be contacted at 3goldroses@gmail.com ; (585) 967-4441. Bronwyn can be contacted at 3catssejant@gmail.com ; (585) 967-2298.

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Most recent Updates 7/5/2024:

Some reminders/notices for Pax:
-Please enter from Brick Church Rd and park along the driveway at that entrance. Tollner and changing will be to the left of the entrance.
-The museum is carry in/carry out. There will be a few garbage cans around, but if you are able to carry yours out, please do so.
-The Site is dry and smoking/flames are not permitted.
-Personal shades can be placed along the driveway near Fighting or behind the barn near Fencing.
-Bathrooms are located in the red barn and the train station near tollner.
-The Museum will be open. If you would like to tour buildings other than the barn or train station, you can pay for a tour.
-It will be hot and humid, so please hydrate, dress for the weather, and wear sunscreen.
Schedule:
9:00am – Site Opens
10:00am – Morning court
After Morning Court – Archery and Thrown Weapons Ranges open
10:30am – Tournament of Chivalry and Novice Tourney
11:00am to 12:00pm – Bearpit Fencing Tourney (with Prize!)
11:30am – Weedwalk with Sadira
12:00pm to 1:00pm – LUNCH
1:30pm – Youth Combat Begins
2:00pm – Cut and Thrust Tournament
3:30pm – Lists and Ranges Close
4:30pm – Evening Court
8:00pm – Site Closes
We look forward to an amazing event!!
-Venezia and Bronwyn

Activities:

There are plentiful opportunities for martial activities, with ample space for the traditional rattan and fencing melees. There will be archery and thrown weapons as we ready for pre-Pennsic practice.

Baron Salvador will be sponsoring a Cut and Thrust Tournament: “I would invite all those who are practitioners or those interested in learning more about Cut and Thrust combat to attend. I will also try to have some loaner gear for those who would like to authorize. We will be running from 2 pm to 3 pm.”

There will be a Bearpit Fencing Tourney from 11am – 12pm, run by Baron Eric Grenier de Labarre. Small prize for the winner.

Duke Byron and Duchess Ariella will be sponsoring a Tournament of Chivalry: “Greetings All Fighters! The Chivalry of Aethelmearc invite you to join us at Pax Interruptus, Saturday July 6th, for a Tournament Of Chivalry. We will have a Pyramid of Chivalry tournament and a Teaching List, both focusing on one-on-one fighting before melees start. In both, foam weapons are an option; Duchess Sir Ariella will have loaners.”
Atlantian Speed Tournament will be running concurrently with the Tournament of Chivalry, so come on out! There’s something for everyone! (run by our MIC, Sir Angus)

Schedule:

9:00am – Site Opens
10:00am – Morning court
10:30am – Tournament of Chivalry and Novice Tourney
11:00am to 12:00pm – Bearpit Fencing Tourney (with Prize!)
11:30am – Weedwalk with Sadira
12:00pm to 1:00pm – LUNCH
2:00pm – Cut and Thrust Tournament
3:30pm – Lists and Ranges Close
4:30pm – Evening Court
8:00pm – Site Closes

Lunch:

Our scrumptious dayboard will be prepared by Lady Filippa Forti (filippaforti@gmail.com).

The dayboard is included in the event registration.

Menu:

This dayboard will be delivered to you around the site in individual boxes for your convenience!

Sliced Ham (Grilled chicken thighs will be offered as substitute)
Hardboiled Eggs
My Own Homemade Cheddar Cheese
Homemade Rolls (Gluten Free substitute available)
Olives
Dried Fruit
Homemade Pickles (made using white vinegar, coriander seed, cumin seed, fennel seed, and mustard seed):
Cucumber
Carrots
Cauliflower
Beets
Also, Sekanjabin with apple cider vinegar, fresh mint, and wildflower honey will be available at the drink stations!

Please fill out the following Google form in regards to food allergies, dietary requirements such as vegetarianism and veganism, and religious requirements that need to be accommodated! PLEASE COMPLETE THE FORM NO LATER THAN FRIDAY JUNE 27! I am so happy to work with people who require changes based on those three categories but please do not use this form to note preferences, as it creates a monumentally larger workload for myself and the incredible kitchen staff who have volunteered to help me! Thank you for understanding!

Allergy/Dietary Requirements Form

Site Amenities/Notes:

  • Smoking and alcohol are not permitted.
  • Buildings and bathrooms are handicap accessible, but please note that this is a rocky and hilly site.
  • Only service animals are allowed in the buildings.
  • This is a living history museum, please respect all site rules and do not touch artifacts.
    • There will be tours available for a small donation to the museum starting at 1:30pm and going til 4pm if you would like to see the other buildings on site.
  • Only handicap parking is allowed in the paved lot near the barn.
    • Additional handicap spots will be available in the main parking area, near the tollner.
  • Personal Day Shades may be set up along the road near the heavy fighting field and/or behind the barn, near the fencing field.
  • If you have further questions, please contact the Event Stewards at 3goldroses@gmail.com.

Merchants:

If you would like to Merchant at Pax, please fill out the Merchant Google Form: https://forms.gle/pKt4JWCwDMkhQVqn7

Merchant List:

Aries Designs: Stained glass, Jewelry, Award Medallions, Buttons, and Cloak Clasps

Medieval Misfits: Embroidery creatures, sewing kits, and embroidery supplies

Rencraft: Leather goods, jewelry, thrown weapons, feast gear, drinkware, tapestries, Viking gear, journals, gifts & collectibles.

Roberta’s Random Stuff: 2nd hand garments & items

ScandinaviRen’s: Scandinavian baked goods and crafts

Snoods by Moniczka & Sun, Moon & Starflowers: Snoods & hair ornaments, veils & jewelry

US TO FUTURE, LLC: Bespoke wooden creations

MAP:

Pax Site Map 2024

            • Personal Shades may be set up along the road near the fighting field or behind the barn near the Fencing Field.
            • The paved lot near the barn is Handicap Parking ONLY.
              • More Handicap Parking is available in the main parking area, at the end near Tollner.

RSVP:

Please preregister for Pax using the form found HERE. <–Click

Monies will be collected at the tollner on site on July 6th, or you can send them in advance to Orilee Ireland-Delfs, 945 Yellow Mills Road, Palmyra NY 14522. Make checks payable to SCA NY Inc Barony of Thescorre. If you would like a reservation confirmation, please include an email address.

Preregistration will close on July 3rd.

Cost:

Adult Event Registration: $25
Adult Member Discount Registration: $15
Children 0-17: Free

Nearby Accommodations:

The closest hotels to the site (approximately 15 minutes) are located in Webster, NY. Food and gas can be found nearby along Route 104.