Themed weekends for 2010

[DonaCatalina]

Has anyone been able to negotiate the website and find out if there are themes this year?

[lys1022]

April 10 & 11 - Opening Weekend!
Children's Weekend - Up to three children admitted free with a paid adult admission.
Seniors (65 & over) admitted for $11.
Deaf Awareness Day, Saturday, April 10 - Special signed performances throughout the village.


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April 17 & 18
Magic Weekend - Thrill to the magic of the Renaissance as The Flaming Idiots return for this weekend only.


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April 24 & 25
Highland Games - featuring both Men's and Women's divisions along with the Texas State Caber Championship.
Special appearance by SloanWolfe (featuring 3 former Rogues), this weekend only.


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May 1 & 2
Royal Ale Festival - Tastings of assorted beer and ales along with a variety of entertainment, each day at 1 pm to 3pm.
Special Appearance and book signing by Peter S. Beagle, author of The Last Unicorn.

Hey Nunnie Nunnie! will be making a special appearance this weekend at the Ale Festival.  In addition, they will have shows in the Crown Pavilion at 11:30 am and 5:00 pm


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May 8 & 9
Mother's Day – Renaissance Romance.
Renew your vows at Noon in the Wedding Garden on Saturday and Sunday.


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May 15 & 16
Chivalry Weekend - Riders of the Steel Horse will gather with their maiden's fair as motorcycle groups have a special day at Scarborough.


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May 22 & 23
Pirate Weekend - Hoist anchor and swash your buckles, it's a yo-ho-ho of a weekend.


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May 29, 30 & 31
Final Knights – The last chance to enjoy the shows, shop for bargains and eat a turkey leg for the season. Special 1pm Veterans parade on Memorial day.
All Veterans are welcome to don the yellow sash and march in the parade.

[SandrineDeLaTombe]

I have never been able (but always wanted) to attend the Pirate weekend.  Here's to praying it will happen this year.

What exactly is different about the Magic weekend, besides the extra guests?

[angusmacinnes]

Aaaaaa You'll be there? 

[Al-Nimer]

What exactly is different about the Magic weekend, besides the extra guests?

It (April 17) will be my first day to perform on the Ivanhoe stage as a backup drummer for the Star Dancers 
I am also scheduled for May 1, 15 & 29, performing 5 shows every day 

[Gauwyn of Bracknell]

We will be there the 2nd weekend and I had hoped magic weekend meant there may be some magic (I am past magic performer and think this is one area that is lacking at Scarborough). 

[Nicolas-Antoine]

For those looking for it on the site... it's under --> Fun --> Special Events.

[DonaCatalina]

April 17 & 18
Magic Weekend - Thrill to the magic of the Renaissance as The Flaming Idiots return for this weekend only.
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Ok= can someone explain what that means for a theme besides the Flaming Idiots?

[Ryk Rakham]

April 17 & 18
Magic Weekend - Thrill to the magic of the Renaissance as The Flaming Idiots return for this weekend only.
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Ok= can someone explain what that means for a theme besides the Flaming Idiots?

Good question. Mayhaps there be more magic planned???

[lilaney]

All else fails, if Beret does not answer here..
Call the office?

I am partial and think all the weekends of Faire are magical...

[Blackbead]

I'm planning on a trip out this Sunday (April 18) to try and talk to the owner of the bookstore about a book signing on Pirate Weekend.  I hope to see you ALL there!

[DonaCatalina]

Chivalry weekend?

We need to come up with some better themes,
like;
Roman Holiday
Oktoberfest in May
The running of the bulls (bull costume anyone?)

[joan of arc]

The running of the bulls is kinda interesting 

[SandrineDeLaTombe]

Agreed, a revamp of the themed weekends is definitely in order. Considering Scarborourgh is more historical, less fantasy then other faires, I'm not sure how the Weekend of Magic really fits in.

[Al-Nimer]

Chivalry weekend?

We need to come up with some better themes,
like;
Roman Holiday
Oktoberfest in May
The running of the bulls (bull costume anyone?)

Every weekend should be full of chivalry IMHO 

I like the Roman Holiday theme idea.

[captmarga]

The running of the bulls is kinda interesting 

As I recall, last year it was done, by the Duke d' Cadiz and his croneys, complete with Pinatas.  I believe Mad Juana was there and had a bull's head and horns anchored on her bodice, and a tail/rump on her derriere....

Capt Marga

[DonaCatalina]

Since we have such a large Gypsy presence, why don't we have a Gypsy weekend?

...or would that turn into bellydance weekend to the exclusion of true Romany elements?

[Lord Glycon]

I like the themes Scarby chose. They're broad enough that they allow lee-way for creativity. What was not magical about having ALL the Flaming Idiots back for the first time in nearly 20 years?

Chivalry Weekend embodies what many mundanes think of when they think of renaissance. Remember, we were all mundane once. That's what drew us in.

[captmarga]

Since we have such a large Gypsy presence, why don't we have a Gypsy weekend?

...or would that turn into bellydance weekend to the exclusion of true Romany elements?

Hmmm... probably the latter, or many people turning up in colors that aren't right for gypsies.  Like Red... which most people do not realize is considered to be reserved ONLY for weddings, being the color of (blood).  Some things the Roma just do not talk about.  I am still learning!   It's much more difficult to BE a gypsy than just putting on the clothing!

Hmmm.. Romani Days and Arabian Nights/Knights... Wonder where THAT would go?

Marga/Jofranka

[DonaCatalina]

Arabian Nights/Knights... Wonder where THAT would go?

Marga/Jofranka

LOL
having read the original Arabian Nights uncensored- not suitable for family show.

[captmarga]

Arabian Nights/Knights... Wonder where THAT would go?

Marga/Jofranka

LOL
having read the original Arabian Nights uncensored- not suitable for family show.

Neither are the Grimm Fairy Tales!  Which is why in Extravaganza we have to alter them a bit... Read the originals!  Whew!

Marga/Jofranka