So that there is a definite record of the event - Our own Martin Montgomery and Clan P's Lady Flame will be holding their hand fasting at 3pm opening weekend.
A "reception" will be held back at the Clan Procrastination camp site.
Would anyone be willing to help us out by bringing snacks, finger foods or drinks? Your help will be greatly appreciated (o:
UPDATE as of Monday Feb 14:
For those who have offered to bring a dish on Saturday - There a couple of ways to get the food stuffs back to the camp.
1) Drive In: You can drive into the camp ground by paying the toll and parking back at our site. If we run out of room we will start shuttling vehicles to the General camp. To find us, make a right turn at the cross roads once you pass the ticket booth. Follow the road around to the left. After you make your first LEFT turn we are located on your left, three camps down PAST Valhalla. If you reach the gate to faire (it will be on your right) you've passed us. Back up 10 yards and you will be in front of our camp. Look for the banner and boat deck. Parking will be on the right.
2) I will be hanging around the pub (The Trip, located at the top of the hill) and will carry food back to the camp as required.
3) Call me - Use this number: 1-440-973-6676 (This is a google voice number so be sure to say who you are when prompted by the lovely recording)
I look forward to seeing everyone Saturday. It looks to be an awesome opening weekend in the forest.
Hmmm, wouldn't they prefer to hold a hand-fasting within the Seven Sisters? I'm sure we can gather enough Druids, fairies, fawns, guardians, etc. to hold the ceremony within the stone circle during the Faire day. It would make a great event for the public to observe a non-traditional joining ceremony. We can even make a large fire for the ceremony. I'm the resident Druid and Paul (Arthur) in his garb has a great circle blessing ceremony.
Bollocks!!! Gin and I were really looking forward to being there for this, but the elder wee-one has to be at the school at 5:00 for a theater performance. We were hoping it would be in the morning.
Please send them both the very best from Lech and Ginette. Hopefully they will still be at faire on Sunday so we can wish them well.
Quote from: mpullen on January 16, 2011, 06:39:54 PM
Hmmm, wouldn't they prefer to hold a hand-fasting within the Seven Sisters? I'm sure we can gather enough Druids, fairies, fawns, guardians, etc. to hold the ceremony within the stone circle during the Faire day. It would make a great event for the public to observe a non-traditional joining ceremony. We can even make a large fire for the ceremony. I'm the resident Druid and Paul (Arthur) in his garb has a great circle blessing ceremony.
Mike - The actual ceremony will be at the seven sisters, but the reception will be held back in camp.
Quote from: Mead Swilling Lech on January 16, 2011, 07:53:51 PM
Bollocks!!! Gin and I were really looking forward to being there for this, but the elder wee-one has to be at the school at 5:00 for a theater performance. We were hoping it would be in the morning.
Please send them both the very best from Lech and Ginette. Hopefully they will still be at faire on Sunday so we can wish them well.
Will do (o:
Let Brooke or one of the lead faeries know the times... perhaps some faeries can some by during the ceremony if you so desire.
As I understand it, They have worked with the wedding coordinator at Sherwood. So the cast should be made aware of the event assuming that it will be similar to a wedding at TRF. The time will be 3p.
Quote from: KiltedPrivateer on January 17, 2011, 12:52:54 PM
As I understand it, They have worked with the wedding coordinator at Sherwood. So the cast should be made aware of the event assuming that it will be similar to a wedding at TRF. The time will be 3p.
The wedding coordinator will setup the basic requirements. Sherwood can lay in deeper support for the ceremony. For example, Paul and I can do a full circle opening ceremony (plus I also clean up the Seven Sisters area and lay in spell circles in the area). Both of us do this at no cost, but we need to know in advance to get the proper garb on, since we are busy with many other duties.
I think the couple would be very appreciative. Thanks Mike. Let me ask ya, what kinda strings have be tugged on to have a sword arch allowed? Any idea?
If all goes well we will be there and will bring something for the reception.
Quote from: Yrose on January 18, 2011, 09:20:36 AM
If all goes well we will be there and will bring something for the reception.
Outstanding - Thank you Rose (o:
We are still planning to make it out! Probably hotel it. I will let ya know once we are confirmed. We can bring something to the reception as well if we are able to make it.
So... where are all the folks staying that aren't camping on grounds?
Quote from: Bonny Pearl on January 18, 2011, 10:30:37 AM
We are still planning to make it out! Probably hotel it. I will let ya know once we are confirmed. We can bring something to the reception as well if we are able to make it.
So... where are all the folks staying that aren't camping on grounds?
There's a
whole thread about that (http://www.renaissancefestival.com/forums/index.php?topic=13973.0). :D
Take Care,
David Baldock
Quote from: dbaldock on January 18, 2011, 10:39:03 AM
Quote from: Bonny Pearl on January 18, 2011, 10:30:37 AM
We are still planning to make it out! Probably hotel it. I will let ya know once we are confirmed. We can bring something to the reception as well if we are able to make it.
So... where are all the folks staying that aren't camping on grounds?
There's a whole thread about that (http://www.renaissancefestival.com/forums/index.php?topic=13973.0). :D
Take Care,
David Baldock
yep, found that after i posted :) thank you!
update: might pull the house on wheels out there after all! :)
Quote from: Bonny Pearl on January 18, 2011, 10:30:37 AM
We are still planning to make it out! Probably hotel it. I will let ya know once we are confirmed. We can bring something to the reception as well if we are able to make it.
So... where are all the folks staying that aren't camping on grounds?
Excellent, thank you - Hope to see you and the family out there (o:
We will be daytripping for monte's handfasting, will try to stay for the reception. If we do I will try to bring something, will let you know closer to time.
Quote from: eldatari on January 18, 2011, 08:05:20 PM
We will be daytripping for monte's handfasting, will try to stay for the reception. If we do I will try to bring something, will let you know closer to time.
Thank you Eldatari - See ya at faire (o:
What good news! So happy for Monte! Alas! I don't drive after dark so can't stay for the reception- but the happy couple has my blessings!
Like Eldatari, the hubby and I are just Daytrippin' it that day so we'll be there for the handfasting and we'll try to stay long enough for the reception. But I make no promises.
Quote from: LadyJessica on January 24, 2011, 01:48:22 PM
Like Eldatari, the hubby and I are just Daytrippin' it that day so we'll be there for the handfasting and we'll try to stay long enough for the reception. But I make no promises.
Sure hope you can make it Jess (o:
Will strangers be allowed at this event? I don't think we know Monte...
I'm sure the couple would love to have as many of the R/F folk there as possible (o:
Are they on R/F? If so, what are their "handles?"
Martin Montgomery is a long time member here and a good friend! No one belonging to R/Fare strangers!
Quote from: Merlin the Elder on January 25, 2011, 04:37:52 PM
Are they on R/F? If so, what are their "handles?"
Monte is a member and goes by Martin Montgomery - The new wife is not a member of the forums, but is a member of Clan Procrastination.
KP,
We are coming for handfasting
give us an idea what you need for receprion,
also will they let us drop it off at the camp ground in the AM hours?
we are day tripping and the parking lot is on ther side of the fair
Quote from: beckgam462 on January 25, 2011, 07:23:52 PM
KP,
We are coming for handfasting
give us an idea what you need for receprion,
also will they let us drop it off at the camp ground in the AM hours?
we are day tripping and the parking lot is on ther side of the fair
Lance I sent you a message, any kind of finger food will help out.
Quote from: IrishRose on January 25, 2011, 07:29:24 PM
I make custom handfasting cords if they be needing them. Just pm me if they are interested.
I will have to ask them - Thank you IrishRose for the offer.
We're planning on being up there for opening day, so we'll be the handfasting too.
Quote from: Zardoz on January 25, 2011, 08:21:08 PM
We're planning on being up there for opening day, so we'll be the handfasting too.
It'll be good to see ya again. We're so close. I can't wait (o:
Scally and I are so very sad that we will be unable to attend MM's handfasting. We have been so looking forward to it since the announcement, particularly since he is one of Scally's very favorite rennies ever, and one of the first members of her own chosen Fairemily, but so many unforeseen expenses lately will keep us away from almost all Faire for most of the coming season. We look forward to reading about it here, though, and seeing the photos as they are posted, as well.
We both wish we could be there to enjoy this wonderful event with all of you whom we care for so very much...
I'm so sorry you two won't be able to come down Rani. I'll be sure to take tons of pictures and will do my best to actually get them online for everyones viewing pleasure (o:
Well, that will help take some of the sting out, then, KP... I hope someone will be filming the ceremony, itself, as well! It's getting so close now!!!
I'm getting married myself on March 5th, so I don't know if I'll have finances to make it out to Sherwood this season or not, but I'm darn sure going to try... I'm offering my well wishes now, in lieu of my presence.. May the couple have a blessed and joyous day!!
Take lots of pictures!!
For those who have offered to bring a dish on Saturday - There a couple of ways to get the food stuffs back to the camp.
1) Drive In: You can drive into the camp ground by paying the toll and parking back at our site. If we run out of room we will start shuttling vehicles to the General camp. To find us, make a right turn at the cross roads once you pass the ticket booth. Follow the road around to the left. After you make your first LEFT turn we are located on your left, three camps down PAST Valhalla. If you reach the gate to faire (it will be on your right) you've passed us. Back up 10 yards and you will be in front of our camp. Look for the banner and boat deck. Parking will be on the right.
2) I will be hanging around the pub (The Trip, located at the top of the hill) and will carry food back to the camp as required.
3) Call me - Use this number: 1-440-973-6676 (This is a google voice number so be sure to say who you are when prompted by the lovely recording)
I look forward to seeing everyone Saturday. It looks to be an awesome opening weekend in the forest.
which pub will you be hanging at?
Quote from: DonaCatalina on February 14, 2011, 12:23:36 PM
which pub will you be hanging at?
Is there more than one? There are booths that sell adult libations but only one pub that comes to mind - That would be Ye Ole Trip to Jerusalem. aka The Trip.
I'll update me posts to indicate the Trip to avoid confusion (o:
I have been notified of the hand-fasting party by Brian. I will have 10 tickets for the "Lawson-Martin Party" at the campgrounds ticket booth. I need a list of those who get those 10 tickets. Without a list, I'll give the tickets to the first ten folks telling me that they are there for the hand-fasting.
Concerning the reception in the Procrastination area, make sure no one parks on the road. Anyone attending must purchase a camping pass, even if they are just coming for the reception. We do not sell the camping passes at the booth behind the Pub, so they will have to go to the campgrounds entrance ticket booth. Make sure your hands get stamped when you leave the Faire area or you will have to purchase another Faire ticket.
Quote from: mpullen on February 16, 2011, 03:40:42 PM
I have been notified of the hand-fasting party by Brian. I will have 10 tickets for the "Lawson-Martin Party" at the campgrounds ticket booth. I need a list of those who get those 10 tickets. Without a list, I'll give the tickets to the first ten folks telling me that they are there for the hand-fasting.
Concerning the reception in the Procrastination area, make sure no one parks on the road. Anyone attending must purchase a camping pass, even if they are just coming for the reception. We do not sell the camping passes at the booth behind the Pub, so they will have to go to the campgrounds entrance ticket booth. Make sure your hands get stamped when you leave the Faire area or you will have to purchase another Faire ticket.
I will get with dawn and monte and see if I get that info before I leave on Friday. I'll drop it off at the booth when I get there.
No intention of having anyone parked on the road - we obey the rulez. Same goes for the after hours in the camp ground. Everyone has been informed of the price to attend (o:
*note to self* bring myself a hanky b/c i just get all teary-eyed at these things :)
Everyone have a wonderful time, and take LOTS of pics, please!!!
A lovely ceremony! Where else does a wedding take place where all the bride's maids have wings?
Well, Martin, I never even got an opportunity to meet you, but I was at your wedding! Too old and tired to attend the after-hours event, but the vendors at the faire were talking about a huge party in the camping area. It couldn't have been your party, could it?
It was a wonderful event and I wasn't the only one with tears in my eyes.
The handfasting was great. Dawn and Martin were very happy. Wish more had been able to join us afterward but the camp ground is just conducive to gatherings of that type. Thanks for all that came and supported the Bride and Groom (o:
I saw some of the photos that DT Masters took, and it looks like it was a lovely ceremony! Wish we could have been there to celebrate with everyone, but I'm really glad I at least get to see the looks on the faces of friends and family who were there to witness it all. Hope there are pics of the reception, also!
Bonny, I'm sure I would have blubbered like a baby! Scally and I just adore MM, and we're both so very glad he's found such happiness... :)
There were various cameras around during the after party but I didn't have mine out. My hands were full of rum and cigars (o:
It was a beautiful and magical handfasting! I wish you both much happiness! Glad I could make the ceremony!