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  • Upcoming CALON Event System Training Session

    Upcoming CALON Event System Training Session

    The Office of the Webminister will host an online training for using the Event Management system in CALON on Sunday January 25, 2026 from 5:00pm – 8:00pm. This meeting will be conducted using Google Meet. The link will be posted here a few minutes before the start of the session to help prevent “Zoom Bombing.”…

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  • Clothiers Canceled due to Weather

    To the beloved people of the Kingdom of Calontir, It is with sincere regret that we announce that this weekend’s event, Clothiers, will not take place as planned due to the impending severe weather expected across the region. Clothiers is traditionally a time filled with learning, creativity, laughter, and the deep camaraderie that makes our…

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  • Order of the Mark Ceremony

    All peers will be invited into court to join Their Majesties and Their Highnesses during the ceremony creating the Order of the Mark for our Kingdom. Please note that, as there are three candidates being elevated, the ceremony may be on the longer side. If standing or kneeling for any length of time is difficult,…

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  • 📣 Kingdom Armored Combat Marshal – Letters of Intent Update

    The Letters of Intent window for the position of Kingdom Armored Combat Marshal has now closed! All candidates who submitted a letter of intent have been sent an email containing instructions for the next stage of the selection process, which will consist of a written interview. Completed responses must be returned no later than11:59 PM…

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  • 4th Company Needs you!

    Even as the snow falls, Calontir’ s 4th company is planning for warmer days of Gulf and Pennsic. Their Majesties, Their Highnesses, and Mistress Genevieve, (the head of the Soup Kitchen) are seeking a 4th Company Water bearer to help keep not only Calontiri but the Known World hydrated while they are away from home…

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  • Looking for a Background Check Deputy

    I am still on the hunt for a Background Check Deputy. This person would be responsible for managing the email request for background checks, replying to emails in a timely manner, letting the individuals know what information is required for the background check and then processing the request when returned. This position does not require…

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  • Looking for a Kingdom Advocate

    With the new year comes opportunities to volunteer within the Kingdom! We are seeking someone to fill an advocate position, as Mistress Giovanna will be stepping down shortly. Please see the excellent article about this valuable office in this issue of the Mews. If you know someone that would be a wonderful fit for this…

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  • Reopening KEO Position for Letters

    Due to bad timing on my part and in order to allow the new Earl Marshal a chance to have a say in his deputies’ appointment. The KEO has office has opened back up for letters of intent and interviews. Letters will be accepted now through March 6th. Interviews will be conducted after Gulf Wars…

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  • Welcome to our new reeve!

    Good morning Calontir, Please welcome my replacement as reeve, Randlar Tokesson, Anthony Golden. Please be patient as he takes on this challenging roll of scheduling all the things for the kingdom. Thank you all, and have a great day! YIS Jorunna Refsdottir Former Reeve […]Read More… from Welcome to our new reeve!

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  • KEM end of term and repacement

    Greetings from your Kingdom Earl Marshal! As my term rapidly comes to an end, I have put out a call for letters and done interviews for my replacement! After several good interviews with applicants, a tough decision was made, and Baron Matsudaira Takauji will be Calontir’s next KEM. I will move into an Emergency Deputy…

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  • Lilies War Food and Fundraising

    Greetings Calontir, Do you like eating dinner? Do you enjoy not having to cook dinner while at Lilies War? Do you enjoy the thought of getting a decent dinner and also supporting the local groups that make our kingdom amazing? Me too! The Lilies committee are looking for local groups, guilds, etc. that would be…

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  • October 2025 Letter of Acceptances and Returns

    The October Letter of Acceptances and Returns has been published. The results for Calontir may be found at the following links: https://heraldry.sca.org/loar/2025/10/25-10lar.html#CALONTIR_acceptances80https://heraldry.sca.org/loar/2025/10/25-10lar.html#CALONTIR_returns80 […]Read More… from October 2025 Letter of Acceptances and Returns

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  • NMR deputy opening

    We also have an opening for the NMR deputy. This person is responsible for coordinating and collecting NMR from local groups after events. This deputy will step into training in early 2026 and assume the role in 3rd quarter 2026. Please send letter of interest to exchequer@calontir.org by January 10th, 2026. […]Read More… from NMR…

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  • Lilies War Exchequer LW 2026 Opening

    We have an opening for this coming war. The job of the Lilies War Exchequer involves managing the war’s finances, including keeping detailed financial records and updating them quarterly. Key duties include ensuring financial policies are followed, handling receipts, disbursements, and contributions; ensuring all funds are separated from personal accounts; providing financial reports; collaborating with…

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  • Seeking New Lilies Webminister

    We are seeking a new webminister to manage the website and email system for Lilies War. This role will require familiarity with WordPress and the Google Admin panel or being sufficiently tech-savvy to figure it out. This office will coordinate with the Lilies Committee and event staff to publish timely information about Lilies War. This…

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