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Title: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Sir Abish on May 09, 2008, 07:08:24 PM
Greetings everyone!

Opening Bell is just 35 days away!  We have a ton of new stuff this year.  I hope you all are going to make a trip to see us again.  Here is a short list of some of the new stuff.

Ales and Tales.  A VIP ticket to your own mini-faire.  You get free appetizers, 2 free ales, and a private mini show by some of the best acts at this years faire.  This takes place in your own pub that we reserve for 2 shows a day.  Ticket price is only 15.00.  Get them early as I am sure the tickets will sell out fast.  If you know Lazlo from the Minn faire he will be the  Master of Ceremonies for this event.

A larger Typsy Gypsy.  We have doubled the size of one of the most popular pubs.

A Mud Show.  We have built a new stage area for this fun filled act!

The Pizpor Stage.  a new stage for some crappy shows.

This is short list as I have limited time tonight.  check back later for more updates... Take care
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: DeadBishop on May 10, 2008, 01:38:52 AM
Thank you for the update, Sir Abish.  Glad you found your way here!  The Ales and Tales sounds great!
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Rage on May 11, 2008, 05:36:42 PM
Looking forward to my first year there.
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Leyla on May 12, 2008, 01:41:02 PM
ACK!  Just realized I haven't paid for camping yet.  Where do we send the check and info?  And how much were the non-electric sites again?

Large group from MN invading June 27th! 

Can't wait!
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Sir Abish on May 12, 2008, 05:45:06 PM
You can now pay online for camping at riverridgecampgrounds.com  A primitive site is 15.00 a night.  Thanks and just call if you have any questions. 
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Baron Doune on May 12, 2008, 07:49:36 PM
I am so looking forward to this faire.

Your faire should be a model for others.

Sir Abish know your efforts are appreciated!

ps.  Give us hot Scotch Eggs...please?
pss. With sausage gravy? (ok I'm pushing it.)
psss. Ok I'm sucking up.
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: skrid the brown on May 13, 2008, 09:54:27 AM
Will be me wife and I first time.  Any scalawags like to drink ale there?
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Shetani on May 16, 2008, 10:02:31 AM
Yay!  Faire is almost here, but there's soooooo much to do yet:  get out the garb, make new stuff, clean the shop, do some landscaping... the list goes on...

Stop by the forge to see us, though I may not be there as much as last year (I'm contracted for a couple of horse shows that overlap date-wise).


Christel

ps Baron Doune, I'd also like to see scotch eggs sold there, along with spinach calzones and a realy good shepherds pie.  ;D
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Baron Doune on May 17, 2008, 05:51:09 AM
The mn group will be camping June 27/28/20 at River Ridge.

See http://tinyurl.com/5zd2x2

And Skrid you might find a few of us like to tip the cup.

I still think this faire has some of the best pubs I've ever seen.
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Marietta Graziella on May 20, 2008, 03:49:13 PM
When I spoke with Sir Abish  about our group he said he's got us reserved "around" the one tree in the area.  It's closer to the shower area so we may have more neighbors, but we'll (hopefully) have some shade.  We'll still bring the canopy again.  That worked well last year.
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: ladiedragon on May 20, 2008, 05:38:27 PM
Quote from: Marietta Graziella on May 20, 2008, 03:49:13 PM
When I spoke with Sir Abish  about our group he said he's got us reserved "around" the one tree in the area.  It's closer to the shower area so we may have more neighbors, but we'll (hopefully) have some shade.  We'll still bring the canopy again.  That worked well last year.

and I.....shall bring..... THE CANOPY CHAAAAAAIIIIIIR!
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Marietta Graziella on May 21, 2008, 05:09:49 PM
Oh yes!   The "super chair"!  I remember from Twig last year.  That was pretty damn cool. 

Whoops... can I say "damn" on here?   Oh well.  I just did.  Twice.   :o

So excited!!!

Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: ladiedragon on May 21, 2008, 08:49:11 PM
Quote from: Marietta Graziella on May 21, 2008, 05:09:49 PM
Oh yes!   The "super chair"!  I remember from Twig last year.  That was pretty damn cool. 

Whoops... can I say "damn" on here?   Oh well.  I just did.  Twice.   :o

So excited!!!




so you liked that "SUPER CHAIR" huh? because its a super COOL chair?
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Random Girl on May 27, 2008, 12:57:40 PM
On my way to and from Waupaca I saw several billboards for the faire. 

Looks good.  Although another drive to/from/through Chippewa Falls may just kill me.

Remind me next time no driving straight from Ladysmith to Menominee.  *headdesk*
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: SleepyArcher on June 02, 2008, 02:42:49 AM
I cant wait for WIRF, I missed it last year trying not to repeat myself.
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Rage on June 02, 2008, 01:14:16 PM
Quote from: ladiedragon on May 20, 2008, 05:38:27 PM
and I.....shall bring..... THE CANOPY CHAAAAAAIIIIIIR!

We will also have my chairs, no canopy but they are very nice chairs.....
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Lord Clisto of York on June 04, 2008, 03:36:47 AM
Only 11 days away and counting. I drive up again this weekend for our final dress rehearsal and meeting before the next weeks opening. Lots of new things and we have themed weekends.

Fit For a King: June 14 - 15 Treat your father like a King! Fathers get a coupon for a discount turkey leg! Sample fine ales, enjoy incredible entertainment, and explore the medieval village of Doon Douglas. This weekend at the gate only: Fathers get in half price with the purchase of child admission or child 5 & under present!

Gypsies Galore: June 21 - 22 Hip! Hip! Huzzah! Come in gypsy costume to participate in the parade! Join in the free gypsy dancing lessons and a chance to perform for the Queen! Enjoy baklava at the Tipsy Gypsy Pub, a mid-day drum jam, and drawings for a fabulous gypsy prize. And don't forget to visit the gypsy camp to get bindied!

Celtic Revelry: June 28 - 29 Wear your kilts and plaid, try your hand at cabbage bowling, and enjoy Celtic music throughout the village! If you're brave, show off your Scottish accent in the 'Brogue' Contest. And don't forget to wear your costumes this weekend – there will be costume contests for men, women, and even pets! Children can show off their costumes in the Royal Threads Festivity!

Chivalry and Romance: July 5 - 6 Roses are red, and romance isn't dead! Celebrate love with us! Enjoy samples of wine, mead, and chocolate. If you're lucky, you may be chosen to be championed at the joust or armored combat! If you're already in love, participate in the Royal Proclamation of Love at the chapel, where couples are presented by the Queen and earn the right to take part in the parade. If you're single, don't miss the Singles' Medieval Mingle Party at Angus' Pub!

Marauders and Mischief: July 12 - 13 Ahoy! Come try your hand at a royal naval battle! Receive a coupon for a discount on any one food item, and clap your hands to sea shanties in the pubs. Learn about the pirates of the 14th century, and kids-- join in on a special Pirate's Treasure Hunt!

Check out their page at - http://wirenfaire.com/?110370

Us nobels also have a box at the joust field now, some shading for the audience there, some pub changes and many other good things. Remember folks, the year is 1347 in Medieval times and it is the year of the Plague historically. So I can't wait for all of you to come out and have some fun with us. Stop me and give a hearty hello.

Lord Sir Clisto
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Rage on June 04, 2008, 07:45:11 AM
Quote from: sir clisto on June 04, 2008, 03:36:47 AM

Fit For a King: June 14 - 15 Treat your father like a King! Fathers get a coupon for a discount turkey leg! Sample fine ales, enjoy incredible entertainment, and explore the medieval village of Doon Douglas. This weekend at the gate only: Fathers get in half price with the purchase of child admission or child 5 & under present!


Lord Sir Clisto


Bummer my daughter is 20 and isn't coming....
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Lord Clisto of York on June 04, 2008, 12:20:15 PM
Well, if you go to the website and order tickets, anyone can get them for a discount as well. Here is the link.

http://renfun.biz/

Clisto
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Rage on June 04, 2008, 09:02:08 PM
...lol... sorry I was kidding we are going the weekend of the 28th with the rest on the MN group.
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Lord Clisto of York on June 05, 2008, 03:01:05 AM
Well..... Ya try and help a poor soul and they play with your mind. LOL!!! Lets see, the jail is empty at the moment I believe...

Will be great to have all of you there invading us.

Sir Clisto
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Lord Clisto of York on June 06, 2008, 02:08:31 AM
Here is our entertainment lineup for this year. Tons of great performers.

http://www.wirenfaire.com/?202400004

Clisto
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Lord Clisto of York on June 11, 2008, 02:59:20 PM
Just an update folks.

Just a slight detour for people coming from the South due to a river there that had flooded but hasn't crested over the interstate. They are looking ahead to Thursday night when more rain is to come. Here is the current news, but remember, it is just a slight detour before Madison -

I-94 Westbound near Johnson Creek Closed Indefinitely
Drivers Detoured Because of High Water
Last Edited: Tuesday, 10 Jun 2008, 6:08 PM CDT
Created: Tuesday, 10 Jun 2008, 6:08 PM CDT

WITI-TV, MADISON -- Interstate 94 westbound near Johnson Creek is being closed indefinitely due to water from the Rock River just inches away from the road.

State officials decided to close the westbound lanes as a precaution starting at 7 p.m. Tuesday. The river is not supposed to crest until Friday and more rain is in the forecast.

Only the westbound lanes are affected. The detour will take travelers off the interstate for about nine miles.

Drivers will exit at Highway 26 and return at Lake Mills.

Emergency Operations Center spokesman Mike Goetzman says eastbound lanes are higher and should not be affected by the closure. He says no other interstate lanes have been shut down yet due to the flooding, but a portion of I-94 near Highway 33 around Portage is being monitored.


Now, just a few other notes I just got. The faire is in great shape and depending on any other rain should be a great time. It is suppose to be a wonderful day on Saturday for sure and possibly rain Sun. The grounds is a lot of sand base so it drains better. Other things have been added to help this season as well.

The Pet Costume Contest is the third weekend which is Celtic Weekend. So, bring your pets i their favorite garb and get in the contest.

That is all for now

Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Lord Clisto of York on June 17, 2008, 04:55:09 AM
Opening weekend was fantastic. Weather was only in the mid 70's with a nice breeze, energy was hig and people were even staying till the end now. All the performers were giving it all. There is a lot going on with some new shops as well. The grounds were super, in spite of all the rain throughout the week and flooding in southers Wisconsin. Could not have asked for a better faire weekend. Now, with all the freeways pretty much open, more people should be coming out. Hope to see many of you there. I will have pictures posted soon from opening weekend.

Sir Clisto
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Lord Clisto of York on June 20, 2008, 02:41:05 AM
Hey everyone,

I just finished posting my pictures from week one of the upper
Wisconsin Renaissance Faire. Thank you Master Thaylann for taking most
of them and letting me use them. If interested, they can be found at
the link here -

http://www.sirclisto.com/51main.html

Sir Clisto
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: atysmee01 on June 23, 2008, 02:18:04 PM
Angelina and I made it out to WIRF yesterday - we had a BLAST!  Loved the site, did much shopping, played headgames with people who don't usually see us out of costume!  Got to hang out with Zilch and Lollie for quite a while, and in general were quite impressed with everything there.

Definitely recommending this as potential Dreg infestation area... ;D
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Kiss-me-Kate on June 24, 2008, 10:31:53 PM
Quote from: atysmee01 on June 23, 2008, 02:18:04 PM
Angelina and I made it out to WIRF yesterday - we had a BLAST! 
Definitely recommending this as potential Dreg infestation area... ;D
We  have already discussed it.  Just think you can take over a whole 'nother state!  Carrots taste yummy with Leinie's or milk.   ;)
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Lord Clisto of York on June 25, 2008, 02:10:45 AM
Hope to see many of you this weekend. Stop and say Hi.
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Lloyd on June 25, 2008, 10:17:01 AM
Hey John,

I saw the pic with you and Matt, is he back on cast?  I got an email from him the other day that he was back after his Guard training.

With fuel prices, we won't be up this year (though I love playing King Edward!)
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Lord Clisto of York on June 25, 2008, 10:34:47 PM
Hey Lloyd,

  Glad to hear from you my friend. Yes, Matt is back as Lord Gower, having come back from his training or (the battle of Nevilles Cross). We are all in our places in court and he and I are for the same purposes but different means working together. Would be fantastic to see you there but i understand on the gas thing. many we have talked to are all car pooling. But it is cheaper up there too. The place has gotten bigger and i am now a shareholder. I love it... So, what are you up to? Taking it easy like you said or diging in? Send me your number via e-mail and i will call you. Be well.

John
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Goody on June 26, 2008, 10:23:15 PM
Ready or not...
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Muffin on June 27, 2008, 11:52:49 AM
Here we come!!  :-*
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Lord Clisto of York on June 27, 2008, 12:53:32 PM
Ok all,

  Just an FYI on this weekend.

A good friend of mine who goes around doing King Arthur with his
sidekick Patsy from Monty Python said he is planning on atending the
faire this weekend. He has all the garb from the movie and they have
coconuts. They also know all the lines and do this at some different
faires. So, I am hoping Alan comes and has bit of fun with everyone in
the doon. If you love Monty Python, you will love this. "Fingers
crossed"

Clisto

Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Lord Clisto of York on July 01, 2008, 02:19:04 AM
I finally had time to finish putting up my week 2 faire pics. With everything going on, I am behind a week so enjoy and I will have this last weekends up soon for week 3. Just follow the link to the pictures below. Thanks to Heather at Kids Kingdom for taking my camera and getting a ton of shots for me.

http://www.sirclisto.com/wifaire/wi6.html

Clisto
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Muffin on July 01, 2008, 01:52:18 PM
A few of us Minnnnnesooootan's will be back to play on Saturday!! Wheeeee!!!! See you soon!!  :-*
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Lord Clisto of York on July 02, 2008, 05:50:42 AM
Fantastic!!!  I missed getting a picture or two of DB and new one of Bacardi and his lovely lady.
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Lord Clisto of York on July 04, 2008, 08:31:16 PM
I finally finished putting up my week 3 faire pics. These also include video of Lord Gower and Lord Kadien fighting for honor on the King of the Log as well as several videos of the full armed combat.Just follow the link to the pictures below.

Thanks again to Heather at Kids Kingdom for taking my camera and getting a lot of shots for me.

http://www.sirclisto.com/wifaire/wi11.html

Clisto

Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Vartha on July 05, 2008, 08:09:24 PM
 NICE Clisto!
   Wish I were still up north!
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Capt. Bacardi on July 08, 2008, 04:51:59 PM
Here are my pics from my 3 days there...

http://www.rensites.com/scottishpirate/
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Lord Clisto of York on July 09, 2008, 02:29:45 AM
I now have my week 4 faire pics up. This was chivalery and romance weekend, so I did what I do best and went out teaching the way of the woo to all the men who needed lessons. It was agreat time.This last weekend in a few days will be "marauders and mayhem". So come on out and get your mischeif on!! Follow the link to the pictures below.

http://www.sirclisto.com/wifaire/wi16.html

Sir Clisto
Title: Re: Opening Day Almost Here!
Post by: Lord Clisto of York on July 16, 2008, 12:17:28 PM
Ok everyone,

  I finally finished my pictures from the final weekend of the Upper Wisconsin Renaissance Faire. What a great season as well as weather and working with all of you. Crowds were super and I got some great video as well of some of the full armoured combat and, her Majesty escaping from marauders upon the zip line with her ladies. It is always the best when what you do you have fun so much doing with people you love. Can't wait till next year. Just go to the link below to view them. Enjoy!!! Now on to Bristol.... HUZZAH!!!

http://www.sirclisto.com/wifaire/wi22.html


Respectfully,
Sir Clisto