We strongly suggest you confirm any activity before making the journey to our practice site -- while we do try to hold to a schedule once it is set, life does happen and things can be canceled.

Practices, workshops and meetings are held at the Mary Elizabeth McGrath Educational Center at 130 Elm Street in Millbury, MA, unless otherwise noted. Schedules permitting we are at the facility on Sundays from 1:00 pm until 5:00 pm. Please see the Schedule page for the most current schedule.

Our practices, workshops and meetings are informal, (we do not wear costumes) unless otherwise stated. Newcomers, and SCA guests visiting the area are most welcome to join us, however please do confirm as mentioned above.

Shire Business Meetings

Shire Business Meetings are generally the second Tuesday of the month. Meetings are generally held at the Mary Elizabeth McGrath Educational Center from 7PM to 9PM, depending on how busy we are. Officers are encouraged to attend to give reports, but Emailed Reports prior to the meeting are acceptable.

If you have input for the Shire, but are unable to make the meeting, please post to the list. You can also Email one of the officers of the Shire directly - and confirm that your message will be read and posted in the minutes for the populous. The Shire belongs to the people, and everyone is encouraged to participate.
 

Events/Demos

Are you interested in having an SCA Demo? Do you know of someone you'd like to perform a Demo for? Please Email our Chatelaine "Toi" and get all of the information you need! As a Creative Historical Group, we come in full costume, speak forsoothly, and we teach and demonstrate a wide variety of activities. Please don't hesitate to contact us with questions.

Upcoming Shire Events can be found here.
 

Combat Practice

Heavy List Combat Practice is held every Sunday at the Mary Elizabeth McGrath Educational Center from 1 PM to 5 PM. An additional practice also happens on the fouth Tuesday night of the month from 7PM to 9PM. Practice includes introduction to Heavy List, Instruction, Armor Repair, and you can also just observe. Please Email Knight Marshal Arik Coer D'Luttere for specifics on a given weekend. ***If practice is cancelled or moved, notification will be posted to the website, and phone calls will be made.***
 

Thrown Weapons Practice

Thrown Weapons for those that don't know, is thrown axes, knives and other sharp pointy things at targets. We have thrown weapons practice at the home of one of the Thrown Weapons marshals (you can email the marshal for information), Lady Dhanwanti These practices happen usually on Saturday afternoons or sometimes during the week... you can check the Schedule to see when the practices are going to be held.

Drumming Class

Sewing Circles

Sewing is held on Sundays from 1PM to 5PM. There are plenty of large tables for working on your own costume project, or you may get assistance on your current project. We have a wide variety of talent that can help you correct common mistakes, make patterns, or choose a style for your persona. Whether you are an experienced seamstress, need new "garb", or have never threaded a needle, our sewing circle is for you! Come out and socialize with us. All age ranges are welcomed, and if you keep your eye on the schedule, we have classes starting to be scheduled. To express interest in a specific class, please contact Christi The Dancer. The Shire is always interested in hosting classes or in helping you complete your latest Arts & Sciences Project.

Spinners & Weavers

Spinners & weavers meet once a month on a rotating basis to various member's homes.  Come learn about spinning, work on projects, ask questions, learn new techniques and tricks.  If interested please join the email list at quintavian_and_spinners@yahoogroups.com. 

Equestrian Activities

For information on Equestrian activities in the Central Massachusetts area and the East Kingdom in general, check the East Kingdom website at www.eastkingdom.org/equestrian. Local contact information can be found on the website regarding activities/practices for riders, non riders, and those interested in helping as ground crew.