From The Page (May, 1972):
FROM THE PROVINCE OF THE SOUTHERN SHORES:
Be it known to all that the evening of Friday, June 23, will mark the first Bardic Revels for the Province of the Southern Shores. All who practice an art or craft should come prepared in their skill or with examples of their handiwork. All gentlefolk whose natures incline rather to watching, listening, and being quietly merry, come also, for those are honourable skills. Whatever it is you do (within reason and decorum), bring it! Wine, (some) bread and cheese will be provided, along with divers entertainments. Refreshments you may bring for your enjoyment and that of others will be welcome. The Revels will be held at Woodwose Hall, the home of Lord John and Lady Susanne, Deputy Mistress of Arts for the Southern Shores, (address, phone omitted). The time is 8 in the evening, but those who come earlier will not be turned away.
From the History (by Wilhelm):
Held at Woodwose Hall, Palo Alto. Suzanne of Woodwose Hall autocratted.
Annotations:
“I don't remember if this was actually the first one, but I recall
being there and having a great time. All these people who actually
liked poetry. I haven't seen Suzanne in many years, but I retain
fond memories of her. How can you not like someone who tells you
that your renditions of poetry send shivers up and down her spine.” – Steven MacEanruig
Description of this event,
© Copyright 1980 by William R. Keyes (Wilhelm von Schlüssel)
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