 
At the end of the 15th century, Spain sat on the brink of her most wondrous chapter in history, the Siglo de Oro, or Golden Age. The year 1492 was perhaps the most decisive in the history of Spain. King Ferdinand of Aragon and Queen Isabella of Castile had realized their goal of reuniting Spain with their triumphant entry into Granada. Of course, this was also the year that Christopher Columbus, sailing under a Spanish flag, left for the Americas.
Caerthe invites one and all to come and experience an evening of chivalry and pageantry as we recreate the court of King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella during the reunification of Spain in 1492. Come and enjoy a fun and formal afternoon where all can proudly display their best and present their finest courtly grace.
 Synopsis:
- When: January 3, 2009 - Site opens at 10AM and closes at 10PM
- Hosted by: The Barony of Caerthe
- Location: Adams County Fairgrounds -
The Waymire Building (the dome)
9755 Henderson Road Brighton, CO 80601
- Site status: Dry
Activities:
Contests will be held to find the most chivalrous gentleman of the event and the most graceful lady; by their acts and practice of courtly grace throughout the event. Also, a contest of Spanish history, to see who can learn the most about Spain in the Middle Ages (never fear, hints will be available during the event). And games will abound! Those wishing a peaceful moment may partake in a quiet game of Chess, Backgammon, Alquerque and other board games; and those who wish a livelier entertainment will have the opportunity to bottle joust, dance, and test their knowledge of heraldry in our game of Heraldic Twister. This and much more that should not be missed.
Of course, it would not be Twelfth Night without merchants and socializing and merriment.
And finally, finish your afternoon with a magnificent feast that is coordinated by Maestro Domingo and his staff; who will demonstrate that recipes can be both period and delicious. Then sit back and enjoy the pageantry and ceremony that is planned for evening Court.
Do not miss the grandeur of Twelfth Night and the other surprises that are in store for those who attend.
Tentative Schedule:
- 10AM Site opens
- 11 AM Opening Court (at the Crown discretion)
- 12PM Afternoon Activities
- 4PM Feast Begins
- 6PM Evening Court (at the Crown discretion)
- 10PM Site Closes
- Peer Circles will be at the discretion of the Crown.
Menus:
 Tentative Above the Salt Feast:
Appetizers
- Figs in the French Style
- Olives
- Pottage
- Onions Called Cebollada
First Course
- Mirrauste
- Semolina
- Lentils
Second Course
- Pickled Rabbit
- Spinach and Plums
- Mushrooms?
Third Course
- Crease of Beef
- Xinxanella in the Venetian Style
- Carrot
- Manchet of Bread
- Water Clarea
*Sweets will be served between courses to cleanse the pallet and Soelties to amaze.
Tentative Below the Salt Feast Menu:
Appetizer - Higos en el estilo Francés---Figs in the French style
Pottage - Puerro Cocido---Leek Pottage (stew)
Entrée
- Asado de Pollo---Roast Chicken
- Cazuela de Arroz---Casserole of Rice in the Oven
- Porriol---A Dish of Sautéed Onions
- Un Escudilla de Esparragos Domesticos---A Dish of Asparagus
Sauces for the Entrée Meat
- Salsa de Ajo y Pinon---A Sauce of Garlic and Pine Nuts
- Salsa de Limón---Lemon Sauce
- Mostaza---Mustard
Sweets
- Turrones--- Turrón (Honey Nut Brittle)
- And select other dishes to amaze
Event Staff:
Site Fees:
Adults:
Site Fee: $10
Feast Fee: $15
Children: (ages 6-12)
Site Fee: $4
Feast Fee: $4
Children under 6 are free of charge |
Reservations:
Mail your reservations and checks to:
Michele Tillotson
2100 W. 100th Ave.
Lot 467
Thornton, Colorado 80260
$3 non-member surcharge applies
Please make checks payable to: “SCA Inc. – Caerthe” |
Please plan to pre-register for feast, as there will be a limited number of feast reservations available.
Directions:
The Adams County Regional Park is located one mile west of US 85 on 124th Ave. (124th turns into Henderson Road when it crosses the South Platte River).
ALERT:
Main Parking for the dome is now on the north side of the dome!! Drive beyond the dome and then make your first left turn.
From Denver and the South: Take I-25 North to I-76. Take I-76 to US 85 and take US 85 north to 124th. Turn west on 124th and go one mile to the entrance of the Fairgrounds on the Right.
From the West: Take I-25 to 120th. Proceed East on 120th until you reach Riverdale Road. Turn Left and go North on Riverdale Road until you reach Henderson Road. Turn Right and proceed East until you reach the entrance to the Fairgrounds on the Left.
From the North: Take I-25 South to Highway 7, take Highway 7 east to US 85 in Brighton. Take US 85 South to 124th. Turn west on 124th and go one mile to the entrance of the Fairgrounds on the Right.
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