[MR] Passage to Damascus

[Michelle -TJ- King]

Passage to Damascus
April 16, 2005
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

In the Middle Ages, Damascus was a center for cultural
interchange and learning as pilgrims traveled from all
over to one of the oldest cities in the world.  Come
join the Shire of Roxbury Mill for our second annual
Library Demo: Passage to Damascus (Maryland).  Help
promote a love of history and reading among children
of all ages.

We are looking for live demonstrations of performing
arts and daily activities (such as spinning or
weaving), as well as static displays of the
accoutrements which would have been familiar to people
of the Middle Ages.  (Please keep in mind the very
young ages of our audience when deciding what items to
bring.)

In addition, there will be an A&S competition with a
prize of $25 store credit at The Spanish Peacock! 
Since Damascus had such a long and international
history, any medium, time period, or nationality is
welcome.  Documentation is not required, but highly
encouraged.  Extra points will be awarded for
documentation which is geared towards the age group of
the audience. 

And of course, we need fighters!  The siege of
Damascus was a highlight of the Second Crusade, and
here is a chance for all fighters to come strut their
stuff for an adoring audience.  Pageantry and pomp is
highly encouraged!

For more information or to volunteer, please contact
Violante at dona_violante at comcast.net.  For directions
to Damascus Public Library, click here.
http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/Apps/Libraries/branchinfo/dm.asp

Thanks to all,
Violante de Sant Sebastian
Chatelaine, Shire of Roxbury Mill

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