What Faires Are You Going To Attend This Year

[Vixen Sparrow]

I was just wondering what other Faires everyone would be attending (if any)

Right now it looks like we'll be attending these:

Scarlet's (indoors) - Oklahoma City, OK
Four Winds - Tyler, TX
Norman Faire - Norman, OK
Scarby - Waxahachie, TX
Oklahoma Ren Faire - Muskogee, OK
of course TRF

We have been discussing going to Bristol in WI, just gotta see what kind of $$$$ we can come up with. Now if a wild hare I mean hair pops up we may go to Kansas to 1 or 2 Faires there.

So, what's your calendar look like for the year?

[Nunyafb]

Wow! That's a lot of faires! My plans aren't nearly so ambitious.

I'm hoping to attend Scarby for my first time this year and then I might check out this faire I heard of in a little town called Todd Mission.;)

Here's hoping all the faires you attend will be a blast.

[philpot]

My wife and I wanted to do Scarby one weekend and make TRF 2 weekends this year.

Scarby is looking bad since my niece is getting married during the Scarby weekends.

We will see what happens !!!!

[LADY LESLEY]

I'd Like To Make Scarby But Won't Be Able To Cause Of Funds,
Push Comes To Shove I'll Keep Saving For Trf I Did Really Good Last Year And Hope To Be Able To Do It Again I Know I Can For The 8 Saturdays But I Want To Try For The Kings Feast As Well

[Sir Martin]

Besides TRF, plans are kinda sketchy because it depends upon how repairs are coming along on the house (still waiting on contractor to do hurricane repairs). I'd like to go to Scarby early in the season. I'd also love to head back to Florida and go to FlaRF and BARF like we did a couple years ago. We'll see what happens ... I'll be glad if we don't get hit by another hurricane the rest of my life!

[Dicksie]

We are hoping to go to Scarby but would realy like to go some time when there will be faces other then ours we might know, what do yall think, would you like to make a play date:D

[Nunyafb]

We are hoping to go to Scarby but would realy like to go some time when there will be faces other then ours we might know, what do yall think, would you like to make a play date:D

Great idea! I'm up for it!:)

[Vixen Sparrow]

We are hoping to go to Scarby but would realy like to go some time when there will be faces other then ours we might know, what do yall think, would you like to make a play date:D

Just let me know what dates and I'll try to make 'em. (I live about 50 min from Scarby)

[Lady Ellie]

are...

Four Winds- don't know date yet.
Scarby- My birthday weekend ( Apr. 25 & 26 ).
TRF- Defintely last weekend and at least a couple of weekends before that.

I'm saving my Pyrat rum for Scarby. Got to party on my b-day. :D

[NancyShort]

Lady Ellie - you can count me in for Four Winds. Went last year and the setting is marvelous. It's very small, but very friendly! An attempt will be made for Scarby, but a lot depends on family stuff going on. Our goal this year is to make all the faires in Texas, no matter how small. Quite a challenge!

[Lord Sutton]

I'm hoping to do Scarby, Bristol and of course TRF. Hopefully I'll have funds for Bristol, always wanted to go to Bristol renfair.

[Ottheinrich]

Four Winds-1st and 3rd Weekend
Scarby-Every Weekend
CoRF-not sure when
MnRF-not sure when
MiddleFaire-both weekends
TRF-Opening and 1 more

[Vixen Sparrow]

I'm hoping to do Scarby, Bristol and of course TRF. Hopefully I'll have funds for Bristol, always wanted to go to Bristol renfair.

Started saving for Bristol, hopefully we'll have enough by then so we don't have to use the "cards" (evil things, really)

[Norberto]

Four Winds-1st and 3rd Weekend
Scarby-Every Weekend
CoRF-not sure when
MnRF-not sure when
MiddleFaire-both weekends
TRF-Opening and 1 more

J, hopefully we can meet up at Scarby this year. I owe you a beer....or two, or three. :)

[bobzombie88]

im not going to be able to make it to any other than TRF due to funds, my dog might have cancer(i have to save up money to get him checked out), and wedding after wedding after wedding. one of the weddings im going to is in either the Bahamas or Italy, the couple havent decided.

[Sir Martin]

I hope your dog is OK, bobzombie. Sounds like you have a lot of friends getting hitches this year. If you get to go to the Italy or Bahamas wedding, I'm sure it will be a fun trip. Can you take some pictures to share with us? :)

[Nunyafb]

im not going to be able to make it to any other than TRF due to funds, my dog might have cancer(i have to save up money to get him checked out), and wedding after wedding after wedding. one of the weddings im going to is in either the Bahamas or Italy, the couple havent decided.

Sorry to hear about your dog Zombie. I hope everything turns out OK.

Like Martin said, either one of those destinations for a wedding should be really fun.:D

[bobzombie88]

i think my doggie is doing better. it could have been the new food and he was allergic to something in it.

and ill take as many pics as i can at the wedding

[Vixen Sparrow]

Anyone hear of the Central Texas Renaissance Faire down around Austin? I think it use to be Excalibur. Someone on another board said they had been invited to Vend there for the 3 weeks in Feb. that they are open. hmmmmmm, need to check into that to see if it might be worth a 4-5 hr. drive.:)

[Sir Martin]

Anyone hear of the Central Texas Renaissance Faire down around Austin? I think it use to be Excalibur. Someone on another board said they had been invited to Vend there for the 3 weeks in Feb. that they are open. hmmmmmm, need to check into that to see if it might be worth a 4-5 hr. drive.:)

I don't know much about it. It is located near Lockhart, so it might be on (or at least near) the site where Excalibur ran for it's last three years. Here is a link to their web site:
http://www.centraltexasrenaissancefaire.com/Home_Page.html

Next year, this is the one I want to check out. The owner/manager is putting a lot of effort into planning and I believe it will be a nice Springtime faire.
http://www.sherwoodforestfaire.com/

[bobzombie88]

i went to excaliber a loooooooooong time ago. i mean by like... 12 years ago. but i was 8.... it could have been something else.

[Jelly]

I have never been to any other fairs. I have a friend in Dallas that goes to Scarborough. I wonder if i would be able to go to another faire and not be disappointed? Like going to Disney and then going to Six Flags and expecting it to be nice.

[Sir Martin]

I have never been to any other fairs. I have a friend in Dallas that goes to Scarborough. I wonder if i would be able to go to another faire and not be disappointed? Like going to Disney and then going to Six Flags and expecting it to be nice.

If you go to Scarborough, I can almost gurantee you will not be disappointed. I'll bet you have a great time. There is no ren faire larger than TRF, but if you enjoy that type of atmosphere, you can find something to like at almost any festival.

Although not as big as TRF, Scarby is still one of the larger fests in the nation and has an absolutely beautiful and charming grounds. You might even give some of the smaller faires a try. Some of them are quite fun.

[scotbear]

Four Winds for the first five weekends
Scarborough all weekends
Middlefaire one weekend
TRF opening, halloween or highland, closing.

if the timing works out Great Lakes or Greater Pitts.

[bobzombie88]

im probably going to get some lip for this buuuuut......

*gasp*




the first and last time i went to scarby, i was not impressed and was actually quite bored.


but then again... i was young. it seems like more of an adulty festival where as trf is more for familys.

[LADY LESLEY]

im Probably Going To Get Some Lip For This Buuuuut......

*gasp*




The First And Last Time I Went To Scarby, I Was Not Impressed And Was Actually Quite Bored.


But Then Again... I Was Young. It Seems Like More Of An Adulty Festival Where As Trf Is More For Familys.


Not From Me ,....i Felt The Same Way Though I Did Make Friends There
I Was Not Impress With" Some" Of The Venders I Went Into A Few Stores * (that Were Not Busy) And Got Ignored Like Oh You Need Something ,nothing At All Like Trf

[bobzombie88]

yeah. i was just really bored. though i did like the fact that i found a shop that sold little pocket dragon plush dolls :) i got Blinky. and i still have him to this day. along with a chef pocket dragon tattoo

[Sir Martin]

Faires have a life of their own, and how we interact with it determines our response to the people, shows and vendors. TRF was the first and only Renaissance Festival I had attended for many years. After my home was damaged from Hurricane Rita, we stayed wtih a relative in Georgetown for awhile. Excalibur Fantasy Faire was not too far from her home, so we venture to their new location 3 years ago. The people were friendly, the acts performed as advertised. The Excalibur grounds were very spartan and probably looked more like a medieval forest than any other faire I had been too.

You will see several entertainers you know from TRF working at Scarby. Some may be using a different persona, but still put on a fine show in the new surroundings.You will also find nice folks from here, as well as from renaissancefestival.com at Scarby.

Many of the vendors also have shoppes at TRF, so they know how to take care of large crowds at fest, and enjoy recognizing their frinds from the Houston area.

[LADY LESLEY]

I Agree With You Sir Martin
I Was Really Looking Forward To Going To Scarby I Wasn't Not Bored As Not All That Impressed
I Have Been Twice And Enjoyed It Better The 2nd Time I Had The Lay Of The Land Then ,the Setting Is Beautiful, A Beautiful English Village I Loved The Bridges
I Also Did Interact Wiith The Charactors Both Times And Enjoyed It But Sitting Back Watching The Passerbys , Which I Love To Do, There Was Not So Much Interacting With Kids,(no Mine Weren't There) , When Scarby Charactors Were Walking By (does That Make Sense)
I Saw Many Trf Charactors Both Times Which The First Time Shocked Me ,omg There Is Our King:d Second Time We Went I Was Looking For Everyone
As For The Vendors They Don't Always Have The Same Workers So I Was Able To Get What I Wanted At Trf With A Smile And Fun They Wanted To Be There , Same Stores Different Workers
We Are Going Back Just Not Thus Year As It Was Either Scarby Or Kings Feast We Voted For Kings Feast Lol

[Sir Martin]

I know what you mean about some of the vendors, Lady Lesley. Although I've had good experiences the two years I've attended Scarby, it is certainly possible to encounter a shoppe employee who is rude or apathetic. They usually don't last long. :)

[Vixen Sparrow]

I totally agree with everything said about Scarby. Its close to us but we don't consider it our home faire, if that makes sense. Its a beautiful setting, but we feel like some of the people could care less if you're there or not. We'll still got a few times in April, but come May, we'll be making tracks for Muskogee, OK. That feels more like home to us, its a smaller faire but the people are much friendlier and treat you like you are family. You will see some people you know/recognize from TRF and other faires. The price is better and there are alot of things happening on Saturday nights. I know I sound like an advertisement, but it never hurts to promote a faire.:p

[scotbear]

At Scraby the first time I went in grab I was invited to join different playtron groups, asked to march in the parade, meet the king and queen,everyone was very friendly and inviting.

Going to TRF the first time I wasn't sure there was a cast no one came up to interact, everyone was pushing and seemed in a great hurry to go someplace secret they were not telling anyone else about.

I find Scraby very homy a place to relax enjoy people watching, hang with friends and have fun. TRF is still like going to the mall a place to shop watch a few shows that aren't up at Scraby but not a friendly place to hang out, that is what you do in the camp grounds not in the faire.

Wonder what makes the difference?

[Lord Sutton]

At Scraby the first time I went in grab I was invited to join different playtron groups, asked to march in the parade, meet the king and queen,everyone was very friendly and inviting.

Going to TRF the first time I wasn't sure there was a cast no one came up to interact, everyone was pushing and seemed in a great hurry to go someplace secret they were not telling anyone else about.

I find Scraby very homy a place to relax enjoy people watching, hang with friends and have fun. TRF is still like going to the mall a place to shop watch a few shows that aren't up at Scraby but not a friendly place to hang out, that is what you do in the camp grounds not in the faire.

Wonder what makes the difference?
Scotbear, I agree with some of what you write but not everything. TRF is a large fair and it does take time to get to know people. Once, you get to know the TRF Rennies they are a great group of people. In my case I just made friends with the well known TRFers, such as RenGeek now Grim who had the RenRadio website. Grim new alot of people and he introduced me to them. I have to admit no one ran up to and asked me to join their playtron groups. However, with a little effort I made a lot of friends including the cast(both the King and Queen) and merchants. I think all Rennies have such a love of RenFaires it draws them together. I think the different is TRF is such a large fair with a lot of different types of people. Sometimes people in garb may not be as friendly as we would like in such a large crowd. I like both Scarby and TRF but TRF is my favorite. When it comes to people watching and relaxing just sit a the patio at Indulgences. Tell John the Cooper or Nick you know Lord Sutton and they will treat you right. Both John and Nick are members of this forum BTW I've meet even more people, since I joined this forum. I thank every one of you for being so friendly and making my October and November the best months of the year
Scotbear, look forward to meeting you at Scarby:)

[scotbear]

I know many at TRF now after going years but it still feels much more hurried than Scraby. I have found it easier to meet people in the camp grounds than inside the faire itself. I know Grim from Scarby and many of the regulars at the sea devil now days. Just found it easier to meet people and join in at Scarby. Maybe its the size difference that makes the difference.

For me Scraby is home I can relax and kick back with friends. TRF is more for shopping, show watching even the sea devil feels more intense less relax than Lady Hawk at Scraby does.

Guess its the difference between the big city and small town. Some prefer one someone else perfers the other.

Don't get me wrong I enjoy TRF just as I enjoy a night out in Dallas, but its a special event Scarby is like going to my nieghborhood pub for a beer after work.

[Sir Martin]

I think everyone has good points, and it probably just comes down to what our personal experiences have been. I've attended TRF, Scarby, Excalibur, BARF and FlaRF. I've found something enjoyable about each of them. They each have their own personality.

We have all probably had good, as well as not-so-good encounters during our visits. Maybe one or two bad occurences left us feeling the fest we were at could have been a lot better. I was fortunate to be able to attend 5 weekends at TRF this past season and can remember only one person who was rude and inconsiderate (I checked with the shoppe owner the next week and was informed that the employee was no longer there). Still ... one short-lived bad experience in several weeks of attendance is not bad.

I've only been to Scarby on 4 days over the past couple years and it was all good. We just all have had different experiences ... we've been to different shoppes and encountered different people, but hopefully the good things have outweighed the bad and the overall experience is a nice one. I hope to enjoy our grand Texas faires for many years to come.

[Vixen Sparrow]

Ahhhhhhh, finally recovered from the weekend at Scarlet's in OKC. Next up, next month and Four Winds in Tyler, TX. Yes, Faire season has begun.:D

[Sir Martin]

Most of us have never been to Four Winds .... can you take a few photos to share with us? ;)

[LADY LESLEY]

Oh Please Do I Have Never Been Either And Would Love To See Pictures

[Chuck]

I agree with all faires have good and bad. Still believe one gets out of a faire what one is willing to put into it. I always have a blast at any of the ones i attend. HMMM, may hafta just attend 4 Winds this yr in Tyler, since ain't but 45 minutes away. You know, even the trip to faires can bring down one's experience. It is tiring ot drive down to TRF, but, if you take a deep breath i guess, and spend weeks prior in anticipation of it, the drive becomes a nonfactor. Just figured i would mention that i truly enjoy the fests that i have been to, both TRF and Scarby.

[Jelly]

I was hoping to go to Scarby, but my wife will not go for it. I am getting ready to spend 2 weekends at Mardi Gras soo too.

[scotbear]

Oh Please Do I Have Never Been Either And Would Love To See Pictures

There are pictures and video of Four Winds no myspace page. Search for SirRichardBear.

[LADY LESLEY]

The Pictures Were Great Sir Richard I Looked At Them All
I Also Have A My Space Page ... Myladylesley I Have A Few Of Scarby But Lots Of Trf And Also Pictures Of Friends From Here Not All But Some

[Dicksie]

So is it about time to start figuring out when we all want to go to scarby so we can meet up??:D

[Sir Martin]

Tessa and I are discussing making it to Scarby for one weekend. Not certain at this point, but it will probably be the 2nd or 3rd weekend (if we get to go).

[Nunyafb]

I'm still hoping to go, but I'm not sure which weekend it will be. I imagine earlier in the season would be better than later as far as weather goes.

(I don't want to spend the whole time at the misting bridge.):D

[Ottheinrich]

Last year it was the ast 2 weekends that were really hot and the wife and I only stayed until the parade and then we left.

[Dicksie]

So... it sounds like we want to go maybe weekend 2 or 3???

[Ottheinrich]

So... it sounds like we want to go maybe weekend 2 or 3???

in 2007 the second weekend (Saturday) it was 34 degrees with high winds which put the wind chill around 23 degrees on Sunday it was 60 degrees sun shining and on the opening weekend that year it was snowing. We are in Texas, you just dont know what the weather will be like we just hope for the best.

[NancyShort]

Okay, gang! Time for me to announce! Your favorite Short Person (Nancy the Short) will be a vendor at Four Winds this year! So who's gonna come see me?

[Vixen Sparrow]

Okay, gang! Time for me to announce! Your favorite Short Person (Nancy the Short) will be a vendor at Four Winds this year! So who's gonna come see me?

I plan on being there on opening day. Not sure what other weekends I'll make.

[Vixen Sparrow]

So... it sounds like we want to go maybe weekend 2 or 3???

Weekend 2 or 3 or maybe even 4? Hopefully the weather god will smile on us this year. Just let me know when and we can decide where to do a meet & greet.:D

[Dicksie]

When does scarby start??:D

[Sir Martin]

When does scarby start??:D

Scarby starts on Saturday, April 4th and runs through Memorial Day (Monday, May 25th).

[Dicksie]

It sounds like 1st or 2nd week end will be best weather wise??:D

[Vixen Sparrow]

It sounds like 1st or 2nd week end will be best weather wise??:D

Can't say for sure. Year before last it snowed on opening day :eek:
Have to wait till it gets closer to get an idea of what kind of weather we'll have.

[Dicksie]

I need to check with my husbend and see what his playing schedule is for church. I'll keep everyone posted. I am realy looking forward to it.:D

[NancyShort]

So make sure to come by and say hi! We're near the entrance, but not sure where yet. You can't miss the building, though! There will be a variety of items for sale, many of which will look oddly familiar to some! I look forward to seeing you all! And if I don't see you at Four Winds, be sure to come by during TRF!~

[Dicksie]

It looks like the first weekend after Easter is when we'll be there. What are the options if we want to go for both days?:D

[Jelly]

I was hoping to go to Scarby, but my wife will not go for it. I am getting ready to spend 2 weekends at Mardi Gras soo too.

Well, it appears that I do not need my wife's approval, since she moved out. :(

I am going to try to get a group of my friends to go to Scarby. Busy schedule but i really want to go.

[Dicksie]

I am so sorry to hear that Jelly,:( are you ok? There's nothing like friends to help when your going through a rough patch, we would love to get together with you at scarby. I hope you had a good time at Madri Gras>:o

[Nunyafb]

Well, it appears that I do not need my wife's approval, since she moved out. :(

I am going to try to get a group of my friends to go to Scarby. Busy schedule but i really want to go.

Man, sorry to hear that Jelly. I hope everything turns out OK. If nothing else, at least you might get to go to Scarby. I hope to see you there.

[Sir Martin]

Sorry to hear about that, Jelly. I hope things work out for you in the best possible way.

Tessa and I recently received some not-so-good news about her health and we will not be able to go to Florida for Bay Area Renaissance Festival at MOSI (BARF) or the Florida Renaissance Festival (FlaRF). Looks like we will probably miss Scarborough also. Her doctors have prescribed some new medicine and don't want her to travel for at least 8 weeks. :(

[Dicksie]

I sure hate to hear that Sir Martin, I will keep yall in my prayers.:)

[Nunyafb]

Sorry to hear about that, Jelly. I hope things work out for you in the best possible way.

Tessa and I recently received some not-so-good news about her health and we will not be able to go to Florida for Bay Area Renaissance Festival at MOSI (BARF) or the Florida Renaissance Festival (FlaRF). Looks like we will probably miss Scarborough also. Her doctors have prescribed some new medicine and don't want her to travel for at least 8 weeks. :(

Sorry to hear that Martin. I hope everything works out for Tessa. You'll both be in my prayers.

[Sir Martin]

Thank you guys ... your thoughts and prayers mean a lot to us and I'll relay the message to her. She's had a couple petit mal seizures in the past week or so, and they are giving her some different medicine to treat it. The drawback is that there can be side effects and her doctors don't want her to be too far away from Houston for a couple months until we are sure she is handling it well. Things get complicated when you are taking lots of different medicines, but we all know it is better to have side effects than not to have a life at all. She's a real trooper, so we will just wait till she is feeling better and see if she is up to traveling and what faires are available at that time.

[Vixen Sparrow]

Well, it appears that I do not need my wife's approval, since she moved out. :(

I am going to try to get a group of my friends to go to Scarby. Busy schedule but i really want to go.

Hate to hear 'bout this. I'm right there with you. I'm going thru a Divorce right now and it just sucks. If you need a shoulder, you've got one.

[scotbear]

I'll be there the first five weekends will be sure to stop by and say hello. Are you going to be along the wall?

[scotbear]

I'll add my pray too Sir Martin me own wife suffers from grand mal seizures, took us years to find a medican that controls them. We got lucky and found one of the new ones that has very few side effects.

[Sir Martin]

Hi ScotBear- thanks for the kind words. I'm glad your wife found the right medication to help her out. Tessa has not had a grand mal in several years and we are hoping this new medicine keeps all varieties of seizure away.

Jelly and VixenSparrow - I'm really sorry to hear about your situations and I hope lots of good things come your way soon.

[AngieP]

Jelly sorry to hear about your marrital issues, you as well vixen. I hope everything works out for the two of you

Sir Martin, I will keep you and Tessa in my prayers as well. Hopefully all will work out with the new meds.

[Vixen Sparrow]

Thank You Angie & Sir Martin. Everything's working out well, after all Faire season has started. How can you be sad when you get to see all your friends!

[LADY LESLEY]

Jelly And Vixen Sorry To Hear About Your Martial Problems Hope That You Both Are Doing Well

Sir Martin Will Keep You And Tessa In My Prayers That The Meds Work For Her Quickly

[Norberto]

Sir Martin,

You tell Tessa we are thinking about her and praying down here in South Texas.

I am truly sorry about your problems Jelly and Vixen.

[Dicksie]

How is the weekend after Easter looking for a trip to Scarby for every one??:D

[Sir Martin]

Thanks for the prayers Bert .. I'll let Tessa know what you said.

Sorry we won't be at Scarby with you Dicksie. :(

[scotbear]

Found out that Arsenne is going to be at Scarborough for the opening weekend only. His show is on my must see list anytime I'm at TRF. It'll be great seeing him at Scarby even if only for the first weekend.

[Dicksie]

Thanks for the prayers Bert .. I'll let Tessa know what you said.

Sorry we won't be at Scarby with you Dicksie. :(

I'm sorry but, you and Tessa will be in my prayers, please let me know if yall would like anything from Scarby:D

[Dicksie]

Hope to see alot of you when I get back this evening:D

[Norberto]

Hope to see alot of you when I get back this evening:D

Bring some cold ones for everyone. Thanks.

[Vixen Sparrow]

How is the weekend after Easter looking for a trip to Scarby for every one??:D

Works for me :D

[Sir Martin]

Found out that Arsenne is going to be at Scarborough for the opening weekend only. His show is on my must see list anytime I'm at TRF. It'll be great seeing him at Scarby even if only for the first weekend.

Anyone who wants to see Arsene should get there early ... since he is playing a limited engagement it will most certainly be standing room only. He really puts on a great show.

[Dicksie]

Works for me :D

Way cool!!:D

[Chuck]

Anyone who wants to see Arsene should get there early ... since he is playing a limited engagement it will most certainly be standing room only. He really puts on a great show.Got chosen to be a participant in his show last yr at TRF, that was an experience! I really loved the chance to be made fun of, but ya know, it made the TRF that much more fun also!

[Sir Martin]

Got chosen to be a participant in his show last yr at TRF, that was an experience! I really loved the chance to be made fun of, but ya know, it made the TRF that much more fun also!

I'll bet that was fun. I've been pulled on stage a few times over the years, but not in front of an audience as big as Arsene's. It probably makes it a bit more challenging for a participant at his shows since he doesn't speak to you during the performance. :)

[LADY LESLEY]

Everyone Going To Faire This Weekend Have Fun Post Pictures When You Can

[Chuck]

I'll bet that was fun. I've been pulled on stage a few times over the years, but not in front of an audience as big as Arsene's. It probably makes it a bit more challenging for a participant at his shows since he doesn't speak to you during the performance. :)

yup, and even when you have seen it as many times as i have, at least half a dozen, still got screwed up. Which, truth be known, is when the show is the most funnest anyways!.....funnest???, surely that is a word:rolleyes:

[Vixen Sparrow]

Anyone going to the North Texas Irish Festival in Dallas this weekend? :confused:

[Nunyafb]

funnest???, surely that is a word:rolleyes:

If it ain't, it ought to be!:D

[Norberto]

Nuny,

Are you going to try and make it out to Scarby this season? If you are, let me know what weekend so we can coordinate with Ott.

[Nunyafb]

Nuny,

Are you going to try and make it out to Scarby this season? If you are, let me know what weekend so we can coordinate with Ott.

I'm definitely going to try. I'm not sure of the exact date, but I hope to make a weekend of it. As soon as I find out something more definite, I'll let you know.

[Dicksie]

We're going to shoot for the weekend after Easter.:D

[Norberto]

We're going to shoot for the weekend after Easter.:D

Nice. I'll write that down and make a list.

[Dicksie]

That'll work:D:D

[bobzombie88]

IM ACTUALLY GOING TO sCARBY THIS YEAR!...after i think 14years of growing up..., i think i might be able to enjoy it this year. im going May 3rd.

[Firestar]

When is the sCARBY... and where is it?

[Lady Ellie]

Scarbrough or Scarby is in Waxahachie, Texas. It starts April 10, 2010 to May 31, 2010. I liked it.We have plans on going again this year. :D

[LADY LESLEY]

I would like to go to scarby this year ,but it depends on if our friends sandy and roy go

[India]

My husband and I will be celebrating our 10th anniversary April 8th. He keeps saying "I wonder what we should do. I think I'll plan a trip, but to where?" And I KEEP TELLING HIM, "Wouldn't it be fun to go to Waxahachie?!" We've never been to Scarby but I have family in the Denton area who have been. (I'm trying to get them down to TRF)

[Firestar]

Scarbrough or Scarby is in Waxahachie, Texas. It starts April 10, 2010 to May 31, 2010. I liked it.We have plans on going again this year. :D

Thanks, Lady Ellie.... I have never been to Scarby but I think I will go this Spring....:)

[Sir Martin]

Thanks, Lady Ellie.... I have never been to Scarby but I think I will go this Spring....:)

You will absolutely love Scarborough. It's not quite as big as TRF, but still large compared to most faires across the country. You will see many familiar entertainers, so be sure and check out the acts that you don't get to see at TRF. Take pictures to share with your friends on Dragon's Quest. :) Be sure to kiss someone you love on one of Scarby's romantic bridges. Try to go on one of the first 3 or 4 weekends. Scarby can get pretty hot towards the end of May.

[Firestar]

You will absolutely love Scarborough. It's not quite as big as TRF, but still large compared to most faires across the country. You will see many familiar entertainers, so be sure and check out the acts that you don't get to see at TRF. Take pictures to share with your friends on Dragon's Quest. :) Be sure to kiss someone you love on one of Scarby's romantic bridges. Try to go on one of the first 3 or 4 weekends. Scarby can get pretty hot towards the end of May.

Thanks for the Tips Sir Martin, I am not sure if I could Love it as much as TRF
But I would like to see other venues.... Plus I got my new Nikon D5000 for Christmas and I can't wait to Use It.... so I figured Scarborough would give me a good reason to get some practice before the season starts for TRF :)

I would like to check out some of the Acts that we don't have and also the artisans as well.....

Also Just Have Fun :D

[Firestar]

Oh Yea, You can be sure that I will share pictures with my Dragon Quest Friends..... and If there are romantic bridges to be Kissed on then I will surely Check them out.... He He

[Sir Martin]

Oh Yea, You can be sure that I will share pictures with my Dragon Quest Friends..... and If there are romantic bridges to be Kissed on then I will surely Check them out.... He He

Sounds like you got a great new camera! Scarby is a real treat, even for someone who has enjoyed TRF for many years. The grounds are not as level as at TRF, where you have mostly flat ground with slight slope down into Sherwood Forest where we have our only bridge (well ... there is a very small one also in the Magic Garden).

Scarby is located on kind of a rolling plain. There are a couple of creeks that run through the fairegrounds, and there are at least four bridges. One of them, The Misting Bridge, has misters that people love to walk through when the temps get really high. The other three bridges are larger (especially the troll bridge), and quite romantic with the lush trees surrounding them. I hope to get to visit again this year.

[Vixen Sparrow]

Try to go on one of the first 3 or 4 weekends. Scarby can get pretty hot towards the end of May.

Just hope it doesn't snow opening day again this year. :D

[Firestar]

Just hope it doesn't snow opening day again this year. :D

You and me both... I just hate cold weather...

[Vixen Sparrow]

You and me both... I just hate cold weather...

True, but you can layer clothes and bring a flask or 3. :p
And they do sell beer.

[Firestar]

True, but you can layer clothes and bring a flask or 3. :p
And they do sell beer.

Ah, You are so right. I like the the flask and beer part........... :D

[LADY LESLEY]

ah, you are so right. I like the the flask and beer part........... :d

how about a flask of vanilla rum

[Firestar]

how about a flask of vanilla rum

Oh Yea, :) Anyway Rum ain't Drinking, It's Surviving.........

[India]

So what's the deal on the Scarby web site about joining a free private club in order to purchase drinks? Are they dry around there?

I think my husband is getting closer to planning a trip the first weekend! Does anyone have any affordable lodging recommendations?

[Firestar]

So what's the deal on the Scarby web site about joining a free private club in order to purchase drinks? Are they dry around there?

I think my husband is getting closer to planning a trip the first weekend! Does anyone have any affordable lodging recommendations?

I think it is a Dry County..... and the only way they can get around that is to call themselves a Private Club and charge their patrons a membership fee. At least that is the way it is in some parts of Dallas.

[Nunyafb]

I think it is a Dry County..... and the only way they can get around that is to call themselves a Private Club and charge their patrons a membership fee. At least that is the way it is in some parts of Dallas.

Yep, you're right. This state is full of silly counties that try to keep their residents from drinking.

(makes for good business at all of the county line liquor stores in the adjacent wet counties though):D

[Sir Martin]

So what's the deal on the Scarby web site about joining a free private club in order to purchase drinks? Are they dry around there?

I'm not sure if it's dry or not, but this is a way for them to avoid having to check IDs every time you go to buy drinks. The first time, they check your license (I think they run it through a scanner to make sure it's not fake). Then they give you a sticker that you can put on your mug or shirt. After that, you just have to show the sticker to get a drink. I think it makes the lines a little faster too.

[balestormtrooper]

Lissa and I are going to Arizona Ren fest in February, than we will be at the Colorado Ren fair all 8 weekends in June and July. Than TRF 2 weekends this fall.

[Nunyafb]

I found a link to a map of "wet", "dry", and "partially wet counties. I had no idea that most of the counties in Texas are only "partially wet". Luckily for me, I live in one of the few "wet" counties. (Fort Bend County ROCKS!!):D

Here's a link to the map: http://www.tabc.state.tx.us/images/wetdry.gif

[Vixen Sparrow]

how about a flask of vanilla rum

yummmm Vanilla Rum. How about Raspberry Rum? Or Black Cherry Rum?

[Sir Martin]

I found a link to a map of "wet", "dry", and "partially wet counties. I had no idea that most of the counties in Texas are only "partially wet". Luckily for me, I live in one of the few "wet" counties. (Fort Bend County ROCKS!!):D

Here's a link to the map: http://www.tabc.state.tx.us/images/wetdry.gif

I didn't know that either ... thanks for the link, Nuny. Come to think of it, Tessa and I went out to eat after attending Scarby and I remember the restaurant also served adult beverages. I think the "membership" thing at Scarby might just be a way to get people who have already show IDs in the express line at the pubs. ;)

[philpot]

yummmm Vanilla Rum. How about Raspberry Rum? Or Black Cherry Rum?


When my wife and I traveled to St Kitts a couple of years ago I had my first taste of coffee flavored rum . . ..

Mmmmmmmm . . . ..

[AngieP]

Coffee and Rum... what a marvelous concoction!!!

[enterscepter]

My favorite is Malibu coconut flavored rum. Nice sippin! :)

[Vixen Sparrow]

Pyrate Rum on ice is good sippin also.

[Nunyafb]

Pyrate Rum on ice is good sippin also.

Hmm, something else for me to try.:D

[enterscepter]

MY FAVORITE
(yeah I know it's not rum but it's my little renfest friend) :D

http://i828.photobucket.com/albums/zz210/enterscepter/bgSpecialContent.png

[Nunyafb]

MY FAVORITE
(yeah I know it's not rum but it's my little renfest friend) :D

Kinda like fancy (and expensive) orange Loki!

[Sir Martin]

Kinda like fancy (and expensive) orange Loki!

I've never tried it before but I'd be willing to at least once (especially at faire). :)

[Vixen Sparrow]

Kinda like fancy (and expensive) orange Loki!

Must try that next time.

[enterscepter]

Kinda like fancy (and expensive) orange Loki!

Well the only time I drink alcohol is when I'm camping. So, with the money I save not drinking the rest of the time it's cheap ;)

[philpot]

And for you Sangria enthusiasts, this is a great ingredient when you are mixing up a batch . . .

[Nunyafb]

And for you Sangria enthusiasts, this is a great ingredient when you are mixing up a batch . . .

Just for flavor, right?;)

[philpot]

Just for flavor, right?;)

Of course, that and a little extra volume

[Norberto]

Of course, that and a little extra volume

Oh ok, got it. I thought you were talking about hair products.

[Ottheinrich]

Of course, that and a little extra volume



Yep

ABV
alcohol by volume

[enterscepter]

Don't forget campers Everclear mixes with almost anything and adds loads of volume! :D

[India]

We just booked a room at Hampton Inn for 4/10. Our first trip to Scarby! :D

[Nunyafb]

Way to go India!! I hope y'all have a blast!

[India]

Way to go India!! I hope y'all have a blast!

Thanks, I know we will...NO KIDS!!! :D

[Sir Martin]

We just booked a room at Hampton Inn for 4/10. Our first trip to Scarby! :D

I know you are going to love Scarby, India. My only suggestion is that if you like to see any shows, get a program and catch 1 or 2 acts that you don't see at TRF. There are several who perform at both faires.

[Ottheinrich]

Ill be on row 3 at 7:30am

Come by and say Hi

[Norberto]

Ill be on row 3 at 7:30am

Come by and say Hi

Ott, do you still have FOF access to both parking and the designated areas on the grounds?

[Vixen Sparrow]

Ill be on row 3 at 7:30am

Come by and say Hi

I'll be on the lookout for you.

[Ottheinrich]

Ott, do you still have FOF access to both parking and the designated areas on the grounds?


Hell yes and will be there every weekend

[Ottheinrich]

I'll be on the lookout for you.

Im not hard to miss


but then neither is your beauty Vixen

[India]

Ill be on row 3 at 7:30am

Come by and say Hi

7:30 AM :eek: I imagine I'll still be looking at the back of my eyelids right about then. :D

[Vixen Sparrow]

Im not hard to miss


but then neither is your beauty Vixen

You are such a sweet talker.;)

[Vixen Sparrow]

Anyone going to the North Texas Irish Festival this weekend?

[Vixen Sparrow]

Anyone gonna make the trip up to Norman, OK at the end of the month for the Faire?

[Ottheinrich]

North Texas Irish Fest= Nope
Norman OK= Nope
Sherwood again= Nope
Opening of Scarby=Yep

[Sir Martin]

Still not sure about Sherwood, but just found out that Tessa and I will be able to make it up to Scarby this season. Looking forward to seeing that beautiful faire again!

[Vixen Sparrow]

Will be good to see you again before TRF Sir Martin

[Ottheinrich]

Still not sure about Sherwood, but just found out that Tessa and I will be able to make it up to Scarby this season. Looking forward to seeing that beautiful faire again!


Which weekend?

[Sir Martin]

Which weekend?

We're going to the R/F RenDezvous on the weekend of April 24/25. I saw that you and your family were going on opening weekend (that is the weekend I voted for the RenDezvous to take place, but it finished 2nd). Do you think you might make it out again on the 24th?

[Ottheinrich]

We're going to the R/F RenDezvous on the weekend of April 24/25. I saw that you and your family were going on opening weekend (that is the weekend I voted for the RenDezvous to take place, but it finished 2nd). Do you think you might make it out again on the 24th?

We will be there. We are staying at a hotel that weekend. Not sure which one

[Vixen Sparrow]

Woo Hoo!!! I'll be there that weekend also.

[Ottheinrich]

Change of plans

I will not be there opening weekend.

My first weekend will be April 17th

[LADY LESLEY]

I wish but not this year:(

[Vixen Sparrow]

We'll miss you on opening weekend Ott.

[Ottheinrich]

and I will miss yall

[Vixen Sparrow]

Since Ott won't be at Scarby for opening weekend, I guess the rest of us will have to have a drink or 5 for him.

[Ottheinrich]

Huzzah to that

I ll Have a drink at 7am on Saturday and Ill be thinking about yall.

[LADY LESLEY]

Have a good time ot, have one for me

[Ottheinrich]

Pyrate Rum on ice is good sippin also.

sippin?

really?


the only thing Id sip would be hot coffee and I dont drink coffee

[Vixen Sparrow]

sippin?

really?


the only thing Id sip would be hot coffee and I dont drink coffee

Yep, sippin. It has such a good flavor that I don't want to just slam it down. I like to savor it as long as possible.

[Vixen Sparrow]

With TRF just around the corner, I'm going to start getting into shape for Faire. To start I'm thinking of going to
The Pirate Invasion in Granbury, TX Aug 28 & 29. Its the 1st year for them to do that and its not all that far from
home. Going to invade KCRF opening weekend which is Labor Day with some friends from OKRF. It can't compare with
TRF but at least I'll get a fix in before TRF and won't go totally nuts before opening weekend.

[Nunyafb]

I hope you have a blast, Vixen.

[Sir Martin]

Vixen - I haven't heard of the Pirate Invasion in Granbury, but it sounds like fun. I'm sure you will have a good time at KCRF. They have a nice web site and I've heard good things from the people I know who have attended. Please take a few photos and share with us.

[Dicksie]

Have loads of fun vixon