Seagirt Yule & Bardic Championship

Hosted in-person by

The Barony of Seagirt (Victoria, BC )

Event Summary

Event Main Contact (Event Steward): Mistress Anikó Melyes
Date: December 14 , 2024
Site opens at: 1:00 PM on December 14th 2024
Site closes at: 9:00 PM

Event site:
Metchosin Community Hall
401 William Head Road Victoria, British Columbia V9C 4H3

Yule Fires

Cold and darkness clutch the world,
Frosty breath fogs the dim air,
Fingers fumble flint, runes of light
Twist along the twig of thorn.

Fire sparks in sign of victory,
Birch and ash logs, barbed with flame,
Send back to men the sun´s stored light.
Midgard´s fire.

From hearth to hall light hails light,
Chasing shadows across the floor.
Warmth to cold hands is welcome now,
Eyes burn bright, hearts beat with joy.
From roasting beast and baking bread,
A homely incense hallows the air.
Firesong whispers from the wood.
Kindred´s fire.

Holly helmed, the holy oak log,
is fed to the flames. Offerings flare.
Torches catch, twirl fiery tails,
Borne out to battle with the dark.
Sparks strike cold fire in the snow,
Swirl up to seek the watching stars.
Unfurl bright banners to bridge the sky.
Asgard´s fire.
© Diana L. Paxson

The Barony of Seagirt welcomes you to join us in warmth and hospitality as the cold months close their doors on the harvest season. There, you will find a gathering of friends and companions, games and song. We offer roasts and accept offers of your food to fill everyone’s plates. There shall be a challenge, where pastries and delights will in sweet competition with each other. We will raise a glass to many, including those who would view for the title of Champion – the Siren of Seagirt will be chosen this night.

In plain speak:

The Barony of Seagirt welcomes you to join us in celebrating the winter months!

There will be roasted meats provided complimented by a potluck feast (everyone brings a potluck dish to share for approximately 8-10 people). Please bring a small card with ingredient list. There is a kitchen on site but likely limited outlets / area so plan accordingly!

The Feast of the Immaculate Confection is Seagirt’s legendary dessert competition where we 1. judge desserts brought by competitors and 2. consume desserts brought by competitors.

The Bardic Championship will be held this night too.

A Tree of Giving will be available, Bring a gift / get a gift. There will be games and fun, and dance if that sparks some joy.