Step Spritely 2012

In honour of our Lupine Majesties Thormot Quilliam and Dagmar Halvdan, Step Spritely 2012 has a Viking theme. This is an opportunity to work on an alternate persona OR to come as your Renaissance self attending a Viking theme party.

From the Sagas, we know that Northmen and Northwomen thoroughly enjoyed dancing. To make our Royal guests feel at home, we are encouraging classes based on dances that "may have been done" before the 15th Century.

Event Date

February 18, 2012

Site opens 10 AM Saturday and closes 1:30 AM Sunday

Site

Trinity Port Credit, 26 Stavebank Avenue North, Mississauga, Ontario. L5G 1L5

There is ample free parking at the Library and the Arena around the corner

The hall is wheelchair accessible

Transit Access The site is steps from the Port Credit GO Station. You can also take a Streetcar from Long Branch and Mississauga 23 to the Go Station.

Directions: Have a look at Google Maps

Warning! There are three unconnected Stavebank Roads in Mississauga. Please look at the map above or follow these directions:

• Make your way to the QEW in Mississauga. If you are coming via the 401, go South on the 427, then head West on the QEW
• Exit South at Highway 10/Hurontario, Exit 132.
• Drive south until you go under the railway tracks at the Go Station
• Turn Right onto Park Street East. (The GO Parking lot on your right)
• Drive until you get to the T intersection, which is Stavebank
• Turn Left at Stavebank, Trinity Port Credit is the first church on your right; 26 Stavebank

A full day of classes

Join us for a full day of Mediaeval and Renaissance Dance Classes for everyone, both Social and Performance

We also have classes for musicians and those with an academic interest in Early Dance

Garb is optional during the day while we learn 'about' period dance

Vigil for TLH Emma Dansmeyla

At Septentrian 12th Night, TLH Emma Dansmeyla was invited to join the Order of the Laurel. She will give her answer to our beloved Queen Dagmar and King Quilliam at the Steps Court Ball.

Evening Court Ball and Revel

At Step Spritely, Court is traditionally an integral part of the Evening's Ball and Revel

You are encouraged to wear your best court garb and remain 'in persona' (i.e. avoid "modern" topics) throughout the ball.

The ball dances will be taught during the day

The Site closes Very late!

All musicians are invited to play for the ball. Please visit the Musician Page for details.

Viking A&S Contest

Entries can be any Viking/Norse Art or Science project likely to impress our current Lupine Majesties

This includes, but is not limited to Norse dance, clothing, footwear, poetry, music and so on.

This is an informal contest and written documentation is not expected.

Our Esteemed judges will base their review on the Ooh Aah Factor, but will also take into account

• Authenticity of the materials and methods used
• Scope and ambitiousness of the project
• Quality of the finished project (skill and execution)

THL Aislinne of Alainmor, a student of Viking culture and Lampwork Bead maker of some renown is sponsoring the contest

Sunday Practice

We are working to confirm a space for the 3rd Annual 'After Step Spritely' Dance Practice

Food and Alcohol

Lunch and an excellent Viking and Frisian feast are being prepared planned

Period non-alcoholic beverages will be freely available throughout the event

Finger foods will be served at the Ball so everyone has energy to dance all night

Contact the Reservation Clerk with questions or for dietary concerns about the Feast

The site is dry (Ontario law prohibits BYOB)

Fees and Contact Information

To be determined

Site Fee (SCA members) $10, (including KET).

     Site fee (non members): $15 (including NMS and KET)

     Youths 18 & under: $8 (no NMS, no KET)

     Children under 12: free

Lunch $5

Feast $15 (Limited spaces available Reserve early)

Gatekeeper and reservation clerk email:

More details to follow, please come back often