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Title: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Lairde Guardn on September 13, 2008, 11:24:08 PM
Thursday 18 September - Clans O'Ceallaig, Boru and O'Driscoll of the Clan M'Crack Gathering at the Hibernian Pub in Cary - Open to all Members of the Clan M'Crack, FoCM (Friends of Clan M'Crack) and any other Rennie or friend that would like a nice nite out with Us. As always, M'Crack T'Shirt if you have one, and men in kilts. Women may wear garb if you wish, kilts and garb are not mandatory......we just want to see your smiling faces. There is an Irish Jam that evening and no cover charge. Bring an instrument and or your singing voice....if you want to join in the jam...

Sunday 21 September - Irish Music Festival at Knights of Columbus in Raleigh sponsored by the local Ancient Order of Hibernians.... This is an afternoon event from Noon til 6 PM.......Irish Music from local bands from 2 til 6.......Cost is $15 per person, children under 12 are free. Cost of the tickets includes Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, Salads, all the fixins, desert and beverages including beer. Bring your own Mug and Lawn Chair and look for the Clan M'Crack EZup.....It should be fun at least is always has been in the past.... There is also a free fishing tournament for the children to keep them busy. There is a very limited number of tickets to this event. Please Contact me  for your tickets if you want to attend. Currently I have tickets for Myself and Julia, Douglas, Sharon. Jenn (2), Judie, Ari (2), Reba and Jason. Again.....T-Shirts and Kilts if you want to.......

Tuesday 30 September - M'Crack Nite Out at Tir Na Nog.......No Cover and Tennessee Jed (Julia's Son) is playing with his band.......Just a fun nite out.
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Blu'n on September 26, 2008, 08:16:45 PM
Ok, I'm in serious need of some guidance in terms of immersing myself and having the best time possible at next year's Ren Faire. I want garb, persona, everything but I also need to get over my nerves about not knowing anything about where to start (although I'll be reading these threads like a mad woman!). I live and work in Raleigh so this looks like a good place to start to find some folks to talk to! Are newbies invited to the get togethers? I wouldn't want to be bombarding folks with questions when you have other things to talk about. I think one of the things I have worried about is that fact that I have no one to go with me to the Faire (my husband is not interested and none of my friends either). I surely can't be an unattended lady wandering about on my own! Anyway, I look forward to learning more from this site and possibly meeting some lords and ladies in the Raleigh area.
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Pinn on September 26, 2008, 08:55:56 PM
You have come to the right place, we can and will help you.... just let us know
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Metheri on September 26, 2008, 09:15:20 PM
You should check out Camelot Treasures in Cary. My daughter Ruth who works there is involved with faire and can answer some of your questions.

Don't worry about being an unattached female there are many of us that walk around faire.

You should also check out Celtic Harvest at the Koka Booth Amphitheater in Cary on Oct 25th. There is also Camelot Christmas at the State Fairgrounds Dec. 5-6

Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Blu'n on September 26, 2008, 09:45:00 PM
No turning back now......I just won this gorgeous gown on Ebay! I'm on my way over to the garb thread to figure out headwear, etc.

(http://i452.photobucket.com/albums/qq250/coblemommy/ltblues2-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Lairde Guardn on September 27, 2008, 12:29:24 AM
Yes newbs are invited to any and all gatherings....
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Nailin on September 29, 2008, 04:37:13 AM
Please do come to Kingston Upon Hull / NCRF and to any of our supporting events!
Celtic Halloween is always a blast!
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Blu'n on September 29, 2008, 04:13:46 PM
What time tomorrow at Tir Na Nog?
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Pinn on September 29, 2008, 07:03:43 PM
About 8:00 p.m..
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Lairde Guardn on September 30, 2008, 11:13:48 PM
Well met Lady Ann......hope to see you at our next event as well......and hope you had a great time......

Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Blu'n on September 30, 2008, 11:19:23 PM
QuoteWell met Lady Ann......hope to see you at our next event as well......and hope you had a great time......

I was so very pleased and honored to meet you and some of the other members of the M'Crack clan. The M'Cracks are a welcoming and kind (and fun!) group. I very much look forward to the next event!
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Lairde Guardn on September 30, 2008, 11:26:56 PM
Ok, I am calling for a gathering of the clan and all FoCM (Friends of Clan M'Crack) that live in the Triangle area.

Albanach is playing at the Tir Na Nog on Wednesday, October 8, advance tickets are $7 and tickets at the door are $10.....

Kilts, M'Crack T-Shirts and Pins Please.......and yes I would like any ladies that wish to join us in wench garb.....garb is requested...not mandatory





Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Pinn on October 01, 2008, 07:10:12 AM
I'll be there.
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Blu'n on October 01, 2008, 08:15:15 AM
I'd love to attend on the 8th. (See, I wasn't scared off last night at all!). I may need to see about borrowing some wench garb as I don't have any, but would be great to wear it if I can!
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Metheri on October 01, 2008, 08:30:27 AM
I will be there and Leaves'n if she is not working.
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Feline Groovy on October 01, 2008, 09:51:38 AM
I wish, I wish, I wish I could go!   :'(
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Lady Mikayla of Phoenicia on October 01, 2008, 12:19:24 PM
Glad to hear you had a great time Lady Ann!
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Femme Falchion on October 01, 2008, 12:55:39 PM
Very much looking forward to the Albanach show....will be there with my adventuring party from Chatham Cnty and looking forward to meeting the M'Cracks.  Only wench garb for the ladies?  Leave the leather armor at home?   :D
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Lairde Guardn on October 01, 2008, 05:36:55 PM
I currently can get my hands on a block of tickets for Clan M'Crack and Friends of Clan M'Crack.   Tickets will be $7  per person......

I have to purchase the block by Saturday to get the price and be sure we are in before they are sold out.  (A friend in the management will ensure we get our order filled)  There is the possibility that there may not be any tickets available at the door.   

Please post or renmail me ASAP if you want to be included in the ticket block.  I will pay for the tickets up front and you all can pay me when you get to the event.
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Nailin on October 01, 2008, 05:42:54 PM
i'll have to see if i can get coverage thanks for the heads up i thought they were playing saturday night :(
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Femme Falchion on October 01, 2008, 08:31:01 PM
Can I be a friend of Clan M'Crack....would love to be included it the ticket block!  There are 4 in our party.
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Lairde Guardn on October 01, 2008, 10:04:17 PM
I have Femme down for 4.....you can take care of them at the show.
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Femme Falchion on October 02, 2008, 05:56:24 AM
many, many thanks!   ;D ;D
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Blu'n on October 02, 2008, 08:54:50 AM
I plan to attend as a friend of the M'Cracks so if I could get an advance ticket that would be great! I don't want to risk getting there and it being sold out.
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Pinn on October 02, 2008, 09:03:56 AM
Lady Ann, you have already been included ;D
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Lairde Guardn on October 04, 2008, 12:48:26 PM
currently there are 23 on the list......Just ask for the Clan M'Crack tickets when you get to the door
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Femme Falchion on October 04, 2008, 03:27:19 PM
and do we pay at the door or reimburse you directly Sir?

Also, I've never supped at Tir Na Nog.  Do folks recommend eating dinner there? (*thinking about directly going for the Scotch anyway.... ;))
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Lairde Guardn on October 05, 2008, 12:27:00 AM
Tickets will be at the door, but you will need to pay me once you find me inside.
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Nailin on October 05, 2008, 09:44:33 AM
the food is really good at tir na nog
menu just got updated as they have a new chef
the staff is fanstastic
somebody better hug jamesie for me!
(before he gets all hot and sweaty)
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Lairde Guardn on October 07, 2008, 08:56:27 PM
Ok, this is the list I have for the tickets I purchased for the Albanach show.    I am told that the show starts at 7 and there are three bands total.    Albannach is scheduled to go on stage at 10. 

I have reserved a table for 12 in the non smoking section close to the stage and another half dozen seats on the other side of the brick wall that separates the bar area from the stage area, and are in the smoking area.   

Julia and I plan to be down at Tir Na Nog about 5:30 or so.

Please tell them at the door you are with the "Clan M'Crack" and they will call me or Julia to bring your tickets to the door.

Hope to see many of you there, and I did hear that there are still a few tickets available at the door if you would like to come and join the group.  Tickets at the door are only $10.   

Remember, Kilts, M'Crack T-Shirts and Tams would be nice to see as well as a good group of the M'Crack Pins.

Kim
Chuck
Justin
Bree
Julia
TJ
Bridget
Marie
Ruth
Sean
Charlene
Charlene
Douglas
Douglas
Beth
Beth
Femme Falchion
Femme Falchion
Femme Falchion
Femme Falchion
JR
JR
JR
Jenn
Judy
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Femme Falchion on October 09, 2008, 11:05:27 AM
What a pleasure it was to be taken care of by Clan M'Crack last evening!

Albannach was amazing!  I still can feel those pipes and drums reverberating through by body...and myne ears still ain't right.... ;)

Delicious dinner, mead tasting, fun company....Huzzah!  As you said Lairde, I was ebullient!

Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Peddlin on October 13, 2008, 07:46:26 AM
It was a pleasure to have you with us, and hopefully we will have such an opportunity again soon.
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Femme Falchion on October 13, 2008, 12:25:14 PM
The feeling is quite mutual Lady Peddlin....I do hope that you continue to post local opportunities for fun & fellowship!   :D ;D
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Peddlin on October 14, 2008, 07:13:31 AM
Actually, Femme -

If you are not doing anything Friday night, my son will be singing at The James Joyce Pub in Durham, and there may be several of us in attendance. We would love for you to join us.

And then on Saturday night, we will be back at Tir Na Nog, where Paddy Gibney will be performing. One of our very own M'Cracks is moving to Colorado, and we must see her off. I don't think you have met her, yet, but if possible, you should before she leaves us.
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Femme Falchion on October 17, 2008, 02:58:16 PM
Peddlin

The James Joyce used to be my favorite place for refreshments after work....alas, I have no one to care for the wee ones this weekend (2 yr old twins... Owen & Connor..how's that for good Irish names?   :D) and my Lord is traveling.  I do thank you for the invitation and hope to visit with the M'Crack clan again before CRF invasion.

Do I remember correctly that you will not be attending the Celtic Harvest next weekend?  :-[
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Peddlin on October 20, 2008, 08:49:06 AM
I think there will probably be a few M'Cracks there, but Lairde Guard'n and I will not be in attendance. I wish you a wonderful time, though.
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Lairde Guardn on November 25, 2008, 09:25:06 AM
M'Crackmas location has changed.......please note that we will be meeting in Raleigh, NC for the 2008 M'Crackmas

M'Crackmas - Family Gathering - Raleigh, NC - December 12-13-14 2008

More information on this event will follow shortly....


Now can we all harmonize on "I want a Hippopotomus for Christmas"
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Lady Mikayla of Phoenicia on November 25, 2008, 11:55:00 AM
Demm, I am working a Thomas Kinkade Highlighting event that weekend! 
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Lairde Guardn on December 09, 2008, 01:43:19 PM
Happy M'Crackmas everyone and time for the annual gathering.    Tune up your vocal cords and try to remember the words to "I want a Hippopotomus for Cristmas".   I am sure it will be sung a few times over the weekend.

The schedule of events is going to be very fluid, there will be certain things at certain times, so everyone has a chance to join up with us at their pleasure, and other things as they happen or as we move from one event to the other.

On Friday afternoon we will start gathering at either Pinn'n and Chuck'n place at 1108 Carlisle Strret, Raleigh, NC 27610 or at Peddlin and Lairde Guard'n place at 102 Manhattan Ct, Cary, NC to consolodate vehicles.  In other words....take as few vehicles with us when we leave for the Pub.  This will also give those from out of town that are planning on staying at either of these places to get your stuff unloaded and to relax until time to depart for the pub.   Also those that are staying at hotels to get to one of the points to either share rides or follow to the other places.

Friday
6:30 PM depart the gathering points
7:00 PM til Meet and Greet at Tir Na Nog Irish Pub 218 South Blount St. Raleigh NC 27601.   This will be a chance for everyone to get a bite to eat, enjoy some good Irish Music.  Hercules Mulligan will be playing from 7 til 9 and another band will start at 10.   We will ensure we are here til 10 PM then we may or may not be moving to another Irish Pub very close by either Napper Tandys or the Hibernian Pub Raleigh.

Saturday
9:30 AM Meet up at the gathering points
10:00 AM depart the gathering points
10:45 AM Meet up at the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center 250 EAST FRANKLIN ST. HAPEL HILL, NC 27599 to enjoy the show.   
12:30 PM Lunch at the James Joyce, 912 W, Main Street, Durham, NC 27701,  We will stay at the Joyce until at least 2:30 PM
3:00 PM Free Time or Group Shopping time, place to be announced and discussed during our earlier meetings, it will give those that waited til the last minute to have a gift for the M'Crackmas Gift Exchange time to get one.  Some of us will be stopping at Mac's Tavern in Cary.
6:00 PM Gathering at Peddlin and Guard'n Place for M'Crackmas Gift Exchange.  Please keep your gift to under $20.00 and if you bring a gift that is gender specific please mark it so.  Everyone that brings a gift, gets a gift.....
8:30 PM Gathering at Hibernian Restaurant & Pub.1144 Kildaire Farm Rd. Cary, NC 27511.  Time to get a bite to eat and a few pints down before the singing will commence at 10 PM....Oh yes, tonight is Kareoke Nite with Clan M'Crack.

Sunday
11:00 AM Brunch with the Family M'Crack and to say our goodbyes to those that need to go home......Tir Na Nog Irish Pub 218 South Blount St. Raleigh NC 27601.   We should be here until at least 1:30 PM.
4:00 PM Gathering to meet with the Musicians Royale for a little singing and socializing.  Hibernian Restaurant & Pub.1144 Kildaire Farm Rd. Cary, NC 27511.
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Lairde Guardn on December 10, 2008, 10:37:21 AM
DRESS COMFORTABLY for M'Crackmas

I do not expect garb all weekend on anyone unless you want to wear garb. 

I do expect all the men to be in Kilts on Saturday.

M'Crack T-Shirts (if you have them) please where them on Saturday, if you have more than one, then wear one on Friday nite as well.  If you can only make one of the events and have a M'Crack t-shirt, then wear it then.   If you need to get one, see Gimli sometime this weekend, he should have some with him.
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Lairde Guardn on December 11, 2008, 08:47:11 AM
List of Attendees that have confirmed with me for M'Crackmas.....looks like a great weekend is ahead.


Shake'n
Lairde Dublin'n
Heal'n
High'n
Pretty'n
Pussy'n
Achieved
Wash
Chuck'n
Pinn'n
Peddlin
Lairde Guard'n
Nail'n
Lady Bee'n
Scratch
Lairde Cover
Hyden
Lairde Smootch
Thrice'n
Sea'n
Nuttin
Master'n
Jiggle
Enter
Blu'n
Frottin
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Lairde Guardn on December 30, 2008, 10:33:03 AM
On Saturday, January 3rd at 7 pm, at the Tir Na Nog Pub those members and friends of the Family known as the Clan M'Crack that may be in the area, are invited to join together with Frank'n and Ferry'n M'Crack to wish them "Fair Winds and Following Seas" before they move on from North Carolina the great state of Washington.

For any pets in the area, this may be the last chance for you to collect those signatures for a while.

Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Peddlin on January 05, 2009, 09:13:32 AM
I just wanted to let you all know that my son, Tennessee Jed, will be moving to Asheville on the 1st of February. He will be appearing at our very own Hibernian Pub, in Cary, this coming Wednesday night (January 7th), and he will go on around 9:00 pm. This will be one of his last shows in the Raleigh area (before the move), and we would love for you to join us. A few are coming early (around 8:00ish) for food, so please be there, if you can, and bring all of your friends. A good time will be had by all.
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Femme Falchion on January 06, 2009, 01:41:56 PM
I would love to hear your son perform Lady Peddlin and will certainly try to be there....   :)

Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Peddlin on January 07, 2009, 07:42:29 AM
Thank you very much, My Lady -

We shall look forward to your appearance.

::)
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Femme Falchion on January 08, 2009, 02:37:10 PM
Lady Peddlin....I regret missing an opportunity to visit with you and your family.  May your son's move to Asheville be smooth.  What a great city to live in and visit...  A warm bed and cozy fire broke my resolve to venture out...   :-\
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Peddlin on January 08, 2009, 02:42:17 PM
Well, they liked him so much, they are going to try to work in another show or two before he leaves, so maybe you can still join us.
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Femme Falchion on January 08, 2009, 02:44:16 PM
Please post those dates!  You must be very proud indeed! :)
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Lairde Guardn on March 04, 2009, 12:41:21 PM
We are all gathering Friday March 6 at the Tir Na Nog.......we are celebrating Nail'ns 25 birthday.   So everyone come and have a great time.
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Lairde Guardn on June 03, 2010, 11:43:17 PM
Gathering in Cary NC on June 5th

The Hibernian Pub in Cary is celebrating its 7th Anniversary with a Block Party.......Live Music All Day Long from Noon til the wee hours.......Bands include Tino Gray, Chris Suiter, Currie Clayton, Magic Pipers, Brad Benson and Jason Adamo........They will also be giving away a free trip to Ireland but you must be present to get entered into the drawing, there is no cost to enter........Guinness is also on Special all day long.....

Was thinking that Julia and I may just have to make an appearance and even have a bite to eat while taking in the tunes...I will reserve a table for 8,,,LOL

Remember that this is one of pubs that goes out of its way to assist us in fundraising events like the Irish Music Fest and St Patricks Dinner Dance, and even supplying Jocky Boxes for picnics.   They help because we are good customers and they have gotten to know us over the years........So lets get together this Saturday and support them on their Birthday.

If you can stop by even if is only to say hello or grab a quick drink, please do so.........for those others that want to spend a little time enjoying the tunes and the spirits.......do stop by and look for Julia or Myself.....I will make an appearance sometime about Noon to 1.......I will leave around 3 and return with Julia sometime around 5 to 6.....I hope to have a few others there to hold down our table during the lull.....

As always, if possible....Men in Kilts and all members in Clan M'Crack T-Shirts if you have one......(that also reminds me that the new order of T-Shirts is in and I currently have every size, let me know if you will want one on Saturday)

Please feel free to check the emails this went to and forward this email along to anyone that I might have missed......also feel free to bring your friends, children, mom, grandpa....the dog...you know, anyone that may be into having a good time and a lot of fun.........Hopefully I will see you all soon.....
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Feline Groovy on June 04, 2010, 08:04:33 AM
Oh much fun!  Hoist a pint (or three) for me as I'll be cheerfully sweating my mumbles off at VARF again.
Title: Re: Local Gatherings in NCRF Area
Post by: Lairde Guardn on June 10, 2010, 10:11:50 PM
Barleyjuice is playing in Raleigh, Friday, June 11th from 5-10 pm at the Black Flower, 517 W Peace St. 919-900-8147.........Would anyone like to join Julia and I for Happy Hours..........M'Crack T-Shirts if you have them