Baronial Guilds
Much of the day-to-day participation in the SCA is facilitated by our local Guilds. Whatever your interest, you're likely to find people that share it here! Most of our guilds organize on Facebook, so links to those Groups (which you will need to request to join) can be found by clicking the icons below.
Bardic Guild
guild.bardic@calafia.sca-caid.org
Meetings: Wednesday night practice at Allied Gardens Recreation Center
The guild is about entertaining the populace of the Barony through song, story, original work and period pieces.
Newcomers' Guild
(Baronial Household)
chatelaine.household@calafia.sca-caid.org
Meetings: 1st Wednesday of every other month at Allied Gardens Recreation Center (opposite Costumer's Guild)
This is the personal household of the Baron and Baroness of Calafia, and is designed for those new to the Barony or the SCA. Members of the household attend meetings to learn what we do and how we do it. New members are usually part of the household for about 6 to 12 months, but everyone is welcome.
Brewers' Guild
guild.brewers@calafia.sca-caid.org
Meetings: every other month, location varies (see Facebook)
The Calafian Brewers Guild is devoted to historical education and recreation of brewing techniques from 600-1650AD, both alcoholic and non-. Meetings are open to all over the age of 18 (due to hot liquids & the use of burners), with a 21 year age requirement for tasting of fermented beverages.
The Company of St. Catherine
(Spinning, Weaving, and All Things String)
guild.fiberarts@calafia.sca-caid.org
Meetings: 2nd Tuesday of every month (except July & August)
The baronial guild is dedicated to the fiber arts. We spin, weave, knit, and do most anything that involves string.
Company of the Golden Fox
(Courtesan's Guild)
guild.courtesans@calafia.sca-caid.org
Meetings: salons are held at most local events (see Facebook)
The Company of the Golden Fox’s mission is to encourage and promote the study, recreation and research of the Courtesans throughout the Greek, Middle Ages, and Renaissance re-creation of such, as well as the sharing of knowledge of costuming, sex work, history of Courtesans, Salons etc. as well as provide a safe meeting space for members to discuss sex positivity and sexuality of the Greek, Middle Ages, and Renaissance.
Costumers Guild
guild.costumers@calafia.sca-caid.org
Meetings: 1st Wednesday of every other month at Allied Gardens Recreation Center (opposite Newcomers' Guild)
The guild is for those interested in period costuming. We are open to all levels of skill.
Equestrian Guild
guild.equestrian@calafia.sca-caid.org
Meetings: 4th Sunday of each month, 9:30am to mid-afternoon at Tumbleweed Ranch
The Equestrian Guild is dedicated to the practice of skills at arms on horseback. We also practice and learn basic and essential horsemanship. One does not need to own a horse to participate. However, horse sharing is at the discretion of the horse owner. There is no charge for attendance but donations are accepted.
The Facebook group linked above is for Kingdom Equestrian, but the Calafia Equestrian community is one of the most active there so it's a great resource for those interested.
Iron Brigade
(Armored Combat Guild)
guild.ironbrigade@calafia.sca-caid.org
Meetings: 1st Sunday of each month, 11am - 3pm at Allied Gardens Recreation Center
An association of the various Armored Combat warbands in Calafia.
Music Guild
guild.musicians@calafia.sca-caid.org
The guild promotes the music of the European Renaissance and Medieval periods through instrumental and vocal performance and instruction. The guild enjoys performing early music for entertainment and for dancing.
Needleworkers' Guild
guild.needleworkers@calafia.sca-caid.org
Meetings: 3rd Sunday of each month at noon at the Guild Stewards home (see Baronial Facebook page)
The guild's mission is to encourage and promote the study and research of medieval needlework to include any period needle work that is done to embellish; the learning of period stitches and re-creation of such; the sharing of knowledge and techniques; and to engender ardor for such handiwork.
Anyone who does any type of needlework is welcome, from embroidery to handwork on garb. We also have members who do inkle and card weaving. Our members range from beginners to those with experience to share. Come, bring a chair, and your current project or plans.
Ransomers' Guild
guild.ransomers@calafia.sca-caid.org
Meetings: 4th Tuesday of each month online (see Facebook)
To aid and inspire the business of fundraising for events, projects and groups specific to the Barony of Calafia and, when needed, the Kingdom of Caid. To give help where needed, advice when asked, and inspiration for all.
Scriptorium
(Calligraphy Guild)
guild.calligraphy@calafia.sca-caid.org
Meetings: 3rd Monday of each month at 5:45pm at Allied Gardens Recreation Center
The guild practices period illumination and calligraphy. Consulting Heraldry is also available.
Steel Brigade
(Rapier Guild)
guild.rapier@calafia.sca-caid.org
Meetings: 1st Sunday of each month, 11am - 3pm at Allied Gardens Recreation Center
An association of the various Rapier Combat warbands in Calafia.
Thrown Weapons Guild
guild.thrownweapons@calafia.sca-caid.org
Meetings: 4th Sunday of each month at 9:30 am at Tumbleweed Ranch
The Thrown Weapons Guild promotes the practice, discussion, and teaching of Thrown Weapons styles, as well as manages loaner gear and targets.
