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scott
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2003 Renaissance Faire
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Aug 13 14:11 UTC 2003 |
It'sRen Fest time!
August 16th - 17th
Italian Masquerade
Have a stomping good time at our annual Grape Stomp while you tempt your
tummy with a pasta eating contest. Get into the Italian spirit with our wine
tasting.
August 23rd - 24th
Highland Fling
Witness amazing feats of strength with the Highland Games. Let our Highland
dancers captivate you with their toe-tapping skills, while traditional
Scottish music fills the air during the Bagpipe Blowout!
August 30th, 31st - September 1st
Buccaneer Beer Fest
Wet your whistle during beer tastings! Drown yourself in laughter while
taking in the Pepsi Press-A-Wench and the Amazing Pirate Stunt Show!
Wine, Romance & Song
Renew your wedding vows or woo your loved one as Romance fills the Realm this
weekend. Tantalize your taste buds during wine tastings.
September 13th - 14th
Wonders of the World
Marvel at dances from around the world including the mystical intrigue of
belly dancing shows and competitions. Kids join in on the fun by learning
the ancient art of origami!
September 20th - 21st
Shamrocks & Shenanigans
The luck of the Irish will be with you as you sample beers at our Irish Ale
Tastiing. Don't miss the traditional Irish Dances and test your skills at
the Hot Potato Contest!
September 27th - 28th
Chocolate Fantasy Affair
Our annual Chocolate Festival will leave a pleasant taste in your mouth as
the festival comes to a close with wine tastings, chocolate, chocolate and
more chocolate!
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scott
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response 1 of 65:
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Aug 13 14:12 UTC 2003 |
So is anybody interested in going? I've got spare armor...
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carson
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response 2 of 65:
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Aug 13 15:28 UTC 2003 |
(it's BEEN RenFaire time. that why pez drives to Wisconsin every weekend.
you'd better hurry before it closes up for the year.)
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tod
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response 3 of 65:
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Aug 13 17:38 UTC 2003 |
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lynne
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response 4 of 65:
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Aug 13 18:37 UTC 2003 |
not likely that I'll be in town/have time in a renfaire-compatible fashion.
ps--the one in wisconsin is renfest. it confused the hell out of me trying
to remember which was which.
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happyboy
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response 5 of 65:
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Aug 13 19:15 UTC 2003 |
ren faire = fake dark-ages trailerpark
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tod
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response 6 of 65:
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Aug 13 19:16 UTC 2003 |
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scott
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response 7 of 65:
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Aug 13 19:19 UTC 2003 |
It's like the Art Fair out in the woods, with even weirder out-of-towners than
usual.
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other
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response 8 of 65:
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Aug 13 20:01 UTC 2003 |
I'm interested, but then I won't be in Michigan until September anyway...
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polytarp
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response 9 of 65:
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Aug 14 10:25 UTC 2003 |
You're a fake traveller, other: You're No TS.
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lynne
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response 10 of 65:
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Aug 14 15:06 UTC 2003 |
hmmm...happyboy has a point. come to think of it, I rarely find that these
things are all that exciting. the fun does not outweigh the hassle and the
being-overcharged-for-everything-you-didn't-really-want.
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scott
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Aug 14 16:30 UTC 2003 |
Depends, I guess. For me it's mostly the people-watching. And at least at
the Michigan one, once you've bought your ~$14 ticket all the food and
beverages are reasonably priced, even the alcohol.
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jlamb
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response 12 of 65:
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Aug 16 05:22 UTC 2003 |
Isn't there a Ren Fair in IL anytime soon, like in 2 weeks?
I think my sis is going to one.
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lynne
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response 13 of 65:
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Aug 16 22:05 UTC 2003 |
Can't...watch...people....Busy...graduating... :)
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kami
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response 14 of 65:
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Aug 18 03:32 UTC 2003 |
I'd go if I could. Moving in less than one week. Anyone wanna help me move?
Anyway, I think Rennfaire requires a serious suspension of taste- not just
of disbelief- but if you can manage it, it's a lark. I'm told that the
Ohio one is friendlier. I really like the on in Ontario.
Looking at the schedule, it looks as though they are going rather later
into the year than I recalled. Dunno. Have fun!
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michaela
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Aug 18 06:28 UTC 2003 |
I'm with you on the taste thing, Kami, but I'm going because my boyfriend
LOVES it. I need to start dragging him to SCA events. ;-)
(He goes for the Guinness, turkey legs, bread bowls, and pirates, and I DO
like the jousting, so it isn't ALL bad. I just have to avoid looking at the
women in the "wench" bodices).
I've decided to be pirate-ish for pirates weekend; though, I suspect many
people will be, thanks to the Disney movie. I'd often thought of making a
genuine lady-pirate outfit (and there were women pirates of some fame), so
I guess this is my chance. I have two weeks. Wish me luck. :)
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edina
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response 16 of 65:
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Aug 18 15:21 UTC 2003 |
Who goes to a rennfaire for Guinness? It's nasty there.
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happyboy
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response 17 of 65:
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Aug 18 18:03 UTC 2003 |
sad.
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tod
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response 18 of 65:
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Aug 18 20:05 UTC 2003 |
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michaela
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response 19 of 65:
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Aug 18 20:42 UTC 2003 |
Pretty much.
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tod
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response 20 of 65:
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Aug 18 20:49 UTC 2003 |
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jaklumen
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response 21 of 65:
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Aug 19 01:25 UTC 2003 |
resp:15 You'll have to enlighten me: what's bad about wenches in
bodices again?
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jep
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response 22 of 65:
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Aug 19 01:29 UTC 2003 |
Members of the U-M Credit Union can get adult tickets for $12 (regular
price $15.95) and children's tickets (age 5-12) for $5 (regular price
is $6.95).
Farmer Jack sells tickets for $13.95 adult, $5.50 child if you're not
a member of UMCU.
I went once, several years, ago, and every year I intend to go back.
I haven't done it yet, but maybe this is the year. The WWW site says
they have rides. Anyone know how much they charge, and how many types
of rides they have?
I'd love to see jousting, if it's not too frightening for younger
kids. Do they have it continuously? I couldn't find any schedules on-
line at http://www.michrenfest.com.
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michaela
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Aug 19 05:18 UTC 2003 |
Jep - your kids would probably love the jousting. It doesn't involve fake
blood or anything like that, and I'm sure they'd get a kick out of the horses
and pageantry.
When they aren't jousting, they do "milder" things like hitting fruit off a
post while riding their horse... things like that. Just hang out in the Dust
Bowl/Mud Pit (depends on weather) and check the posted schedule, if they have
one. I usually just ask around.
Jaklumen - the one I'm referring to is that ridiculous bodice that modern
girls have decided is both historical and sexy. It's neither. It's the one
that allows their breasts to HANG over the top (as if that's comfortable).
A proper bodice covers the breasts and supports them. It's the original bra.
(I actually prefer those as they are a hell of a lot more comfortable than
an underwire).
Horrid costumes and annoying accents aside, I'm looking forward to spending
a day with the boy and our friends. I've been promised a new Claddagh ring
since mine had to be cut off at the hospital the other night. :(
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