Chatelaine

I am the Chatelaine, which really is a fancy way of saying Newcomer's Officer. It is my job to help get new people oriented, feel welcomed, find clothing, and just generally have FUN! Please feel free to contact me with any questions, concerns or to introduce yourself!

We know that sometimes in the beginning the SCA can be a bit overwhelming, but don't worry! We have all been new to the SCA and know how that feels. We are here to help! Below we have provided several links to a variety of websites which can help get you started. Feel free to peruse through these as a way to get your feet wet. However, the best way to learn and become involved is to show up and jump right in! Make sure you check the calendar on Cynnabar's main homepage for more information. Or write me and I can help point you in the right direction.

Thanks and we look forward to seeing you!

Newcomer Information:

	Forward Into the Past - A very good reference for any newcomer! Includes tips on getting started, what to wear, how to behave, choosing names, developing personas, and more! (PDF)
	New Member's Guide to the SCA - For the Middle Kingdom What to wear, what to bring, what to do, and what to be. Includes many images, including photos of Cynnabar members!(PDF)
	The Origins of Cynnabar - How It All Started by our very own Baron Midair mac Cormaic! (Dr. Charles J. Cohen, PhD.) Learn how mercuric sulphide, dragon's blood, and alchemy inspired our name!
	How the Middle Kingdom was Formed - A Brief History Cynnabar is within the Middle Kingdom. Discover when, where, and how the Middle Kingdom, or Midrealm, was founded ... and how it was first known as the Barony Under the Mountain!
	SCA Online Demo - A great overview of the SCA, with photos! A "demo" is a demonstration of the many great things you can do and experience in the SCA, and this Online Demo is gives you a general overview of several aspects.
	Glossary of SCA Terms - Learn the meaning of those new words! Autocrat? Farspeaker? Halflings? Troll Booth? It's all inside!