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    <title>Dare To Dream 2008 With Amaya &amp;amp; Louisa</title>
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    <author>
      <name>miabella</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/txrenfest/thread/2d53109a-b368-4877-b9a4-15b36176b37a</id>
    <updated>2008-08-05T06:36:08Z</updated>
    <published>2008-08-05T06:36:08Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Dare To Dream is celebrating its 10 year anniversary &amp;amp; is sponsoring Amaya &amp;amp; Louisa.  For a flyer and more information you can go to
&lt;br/&gt;www.crescentmoonbellydance.com&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2008-08-05T06:36:08Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>July</title>
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    <author>
      <name>MasahtiJade</name>
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    <updated>2008-07-16T16:48:17Z</updated>
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    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;So everyone knows, I'm not doing a contest every month, but every other. Just in case anyone was wondering why a July Contest wasn't up yet.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Also, make sure to catch me and and the fabulous Missy dancing the last Tuesday of this month, the 28th, at Avant Garden (formerly Helios). &lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2008-07-16T16:48:17Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Announcing :: Renehalla Drum Jam</title>
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      <name>y_e_torres</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/txrenfest/thread/61730432-9b96-4ccd-9d7d-9c606c4b82ab</id>
    <updated>2008-06-13T23:10:20Z</updated>
    <published>2008-06-13T23:10:20Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;The Renegades and Their Collection of Carnies
&lt;br/&gt;and
&lt;br/&gt;Mahalla Tribal Fusion
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;invite you to the
&lt;br/&gt;Renehalla Drum Jam
&lt;br/&gt;Tuesday, June 24, 2008
&lt;br/&gt;8:30 PM – 10:00 PM
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Don't miss this opportunity to play with us at Avant Garden!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Musicians and dancers are invited to participate in a guided event of creative improvisations with music and dance.  Please come and participate or just sit back and enjoy this night of live musicians and dancers of all levels.  Unlike any show before, we ask that you join us for this rare and fun filled event.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;your guides for the evening :: Tala and Cynthia
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Musician - Please bring your own drums, shakers, guitars, bagpipes, accordions, acoustic instruments or noisemakers.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Dancers - Feel free to dress however you feel comfortable.  Dance in jeans and a tee shirt or all out in your favorite belly dance gear.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Opa!!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;at Avant Garden
&lt;br/&gt;411 Westheimer  @ Taft
&lt;br/&gt;Houston, TX
&lt;br/&gt;21 &amp;amp; up
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;8:30 PM – 10:00 PM
&lt;br/&gt;FREE/love donations accepted
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;The Renegades and Their Collection of Carnies
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.myspace.com/renegadecarnies
&lt;br/&gt;http://tribes.tribe.net/inbredcarniescrunbugarmy
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Mahalla Tribal Fusion
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.mahallatribalfusion.com
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.myspace.com/mahallatribalfusion
&lt;br/&gt;http://tribes.tribe.net/mahallatribalfusion&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2008-06-13T23:10:20Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>MARIKO</title>
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    <author>
      <name>Jessie</name>
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    <updated>2008-06-08T16:48:23Z</updated>
    <published>2008-06-05T15:42:35Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;WHERE ARE YOU?!!!!&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2008-06-05T15:42:35Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>June Contest</title>
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    <author>
      <name>MasahtiJade</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/txrenfest/thread/6f380f5b-c76d-45e0-9f3c-aa9bf5feb4e6</id>
    <updated>2008-06-08T02:34:38Z</updated>
    <published>2008-06-06T14:39:50Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Okay guys. I'm going to keep the photo theme for now. Again, if you want something different feel free to message me. June is a pretty popular wedding month, right?
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Show me your best Renaissance Wedding Photo!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;It can be from your own wedding or someone else's. You have to have taken the photo (not something you pulled from the net). It doesn't have to be from TRF or anything, just renaissance themed. Submit your photo with "June contest" in the title. Two photo limit per person. And remember... have fun!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Prize: A rennie ceramic mug. This won't be your average buy-it-from-the-store kind of mug. ;) No pics as it hasn't been made yet!&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2008-06-06T14:39:50Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Update!</title>
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    <author>
      <name>MasahtiJade</name>
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    <updated>2008-06-06T14:27:36Z</updated>
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    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Hey everyone! Sorry I've been gone for so long, but school work this year was killing me! lol. I just wanted to extend a warm welcome to all our new members as well as say "hi" to all our original members. I'm going to really try and keep up with the site a little better. On that note, I'm also looking for a mod for those times I don't have the time to update. Message me if you're interested and I'll let you know the details. The contests will start up again this month, but it -may- be every other month now. We'll test it out. Yay for updates.&lt;/div&gt;
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  <entry>
    <title>songwood faire</title>
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      <name>Fatine</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/txrenfest/thread/72ff1fda-e44d-4a83-b03a-2cb8342d1dc3</id>
    <updated>2008-06-05T05:09:51Z</updated>
    <published>2007-08-02T04:18:39Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;a friend of mine was telling me this week about a new faire coming soon, songwood faire.  it's supposed to be just outside of houston -- way closer to town that TRF -- and in february and march.  you know, when the weather is cool enough for garb.  ;)  anyone know anything else about this yet?&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-08-02T04:18:39Z</dc:date>
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    <title>only one week away :: HIP DROP &amp;amp; LOCK IT!</title>
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    <author>
      <name>y_e_torres</name>
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    <updated>2008-05-20T20:50:24Z</updated>
    <published>2008-05-20T20:50:24Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;The Renegades and Their Collection of Carnies
&lt;br/&gt;are pleased to announce their next show at Avant Garden ::
&lt;br/&gt;Hip Drop &amp;amp; Lock It
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Tuesday, MAY 27, 2008 @ 8:30 PM
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Featuring our special guest, SWEFT of Sweft Feet Dance
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Sweft is an exceptional dancer and teacher whose talent is truly
&lt;br/&gt;endless.  He is trained in Modern and Jazz, performs Salsa, Meringue,
&lt;br/&gt;Indian, African and Polynesian, and teaches Hip-Hop classes all over
&lt;br/&gt;Houston.  His dance company, Sweft Feet Dance, was born in October
&lt;br/&gt;2006 and focuses on diversity through movement.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Sweft has created an exciting choreography for the members of The
&lt;br/&gt;Renegades and Their Collection of Carnies.  This show will present a
&lt;br/&gt;true fusion between Interpretive Belly Dance and Hip-Hop.  The
&lt;br/&gt;Renegades feel blessed to be working with such an amazing dancer and
&lt;br/&gt;cannot wait to share this performance with you.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;May 27, 2008
&lt;br/&gt;at Avant Garden
&lt;br/&gt;411 Westheimer @ Taft
&lt;br/&gt;Houston, TX
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;doors 8:30 pm/show 8:45 pm
&lt;br/&gt;FREE/love donations accepted
&lt;br/&gt;21 &amp;amp; UP
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;More Upcoming Events @ Avant Garden
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Tuesday, June 24th
&lt;br/&gt;Renehalla Drum Jam
&lt;br/&gt;In collaboration with Mahalla Tribal Fusion
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Other Upcoming Events
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Friday, May 23rd
&lt;br/&gt;The Funkete
&lt;br/&gt;hosted by Skeez181
&lt;br/&gt;For more info go here ::
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.myspace.com/skeez181&lt;/div&gt;
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  <entry>
    <title>Nah'na Belly Dance presents :: DARK HEART</title>
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    <author>
      <name>y_e_torres</name>
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    <updated>2008-02-13T19:23:05Z</updated>
    <published>2008-02-13T19:23:05Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Join Nah'na Belly Dance as we present our newest themed show, Dark Heart.  Explore the darkest parts of fusion dance with Nah'na and our local guest, Mahalla Tribal Fusion. Be part of our post-valentine celebration where we'll pop, shimmy, and saunter our way across the stage the way only Nah'na can. You don't want to miss this sassy, saucy evening, complete with a few evil snickers and giggles.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;So bring your zaghareet and your love of dark fusion belly dance to Dark Heart, where we'll treat you to a wickedly fun night you won't soon forget!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;See you there!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Avant Garden 
&lt;br/&gt;411 Westheimer 
&lt;br/&gt;Houston, TX
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;February 26, 2008 
&lt;br/&gt;8:30 p.m. 
&lt;br/&gt;21 &amp;amp; over please
&lt;br/&gt;No Cover/ Love Donations
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Special Guest: Mahalla Tribal Fusion&lt;/div&gt;
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    <title>Four Winds Faire, South of Tyler, Tx</title>
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    <author>
      <name>Ani</name>
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    <updated>2008-02-11T19:53:57Z</updated>
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    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Hi, I just wanted to say a word about my cousin's renaissance faire - Four Winds Faire, South of Tyler.  http://www.fourwindsfaire.com/
&lt;br/&gt;It has grown every year.  Dustin is amazing with the horses. It starts March 1st, 2008 and is Saturday and Sunday through April 20th.&lt;/div&gt;
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    <title>free concert that you may enjoy:: THIS WEDNESDAY</title>
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      <name>y_e_torres</name>
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    <updated>2008-01-29T15:25:56Z</updated>
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    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Tetuzi Akiyama (Japan) - acoustic guitar
&lt;br/&gt;Jozef van Wissem (Holland) - renaissance lute 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;YOU KNOW YOU WANNA GO TO A FREE CONCERT WITH A RENAISSANCE LUTE!!!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;When: 	Wednesday, January 30 , 2008 at 8 pm
&lt;br/&gt;	
&lt;br/&gt;Where: 	A site-specific performance at
&lt;br/&gt;The Byzantine Fresco Chapel Museum
&lt;br/&gt;4011 Yupon at Branard, Houston, TX (map)
&lt;br/&gt;	
&lt;br/&gt;Tickets:  The concert is free of charge
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Nameless Sound and The Byzantine Fresco Chapel Museum, in cooperation with The Menil Collection, presents:
&lt;br/&gt;Tetuzi Akiyama (Japan) - acoustic guitar
&lt;br/&gt;Jozef van Wissem (Holland) - renaissance lute 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt; An artist of starkly contrasting styles, Tetuzi Akiyama gained international recognition as a member of Tokyo's "onkyo" scene of improvisers in the late 1990s.  A groundbreaking and highly influential group, the onkyo musicians are known for zen-like subtlety, quietness and a remarkable use of silence.  Akiyama's music can have these qualities, but his connections to blues and folk have always been clear.  His acoustic performances are delicate, beautiful and expressive, often sounding like an intersection between country blues and traditional Japanese music.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Jozef van Wissem probably plays the most unlikely instrument in the world of contemporary improvised music: the Renaissance lute.  He has accomplished the strange feat of bridging the idiom of seventeenth century lute literature and twenty-first century free improvisation.  Van Wissem has largely stayed faithful to the particular timbre, resonance and playing technique of the lute.  Van Wissem first came to be noticed a few years ago because of his conceptual approach to Renaissance lute music: he deconstructed existing compositions, for instance, by playing them backwards.  He also composed his own pieces for lute, using palindromes and mirrored structures. His music therefore does not have a traditional linear progression, nor does it lead to a climax; rather, it stays at the same level of intensity. His music is quiet.  It doesn't so much demand concentrated listening, but it brings the listener into a state of concentrated listening—an aspect that makes Van Wissem a natural partner to Akiyama's zen-like blues.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;The Byzantine Fresco Chapel Museum was opened in February 1997. Intimate in scale, the Chapel Museum is the repository in the United States for the only intact Byzantine frescoes in the entire western hemisphere. These masterworks from the 13th century—a dome and an apse—were stolen out of a chapel near Lysi in the Turkish occupied section of Cyprus in the 1980s, cut into pieces and smuggled off the island by thieves prepared to sell them piece by piece. The fresco fragments were rescued from the thieves by The Menil Foundation with the knowledge and approval of the Church of Cyprus, the rightful owner of the frescoes. The Menil Foundation then funded a painstaking two-year restoration of the paintings. Numerous private donors helped fund the construction of the Chapel Museum, which combines rough stone, opaque glass and rich woods to extraordinarily spiritual effect. The Church of Cyprus is allowing a long-term loan of the frescoes in the building designed especially for them by architect François de Menil.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;For more information on The Byzantine Fresco Chapel Museum, go to:
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.menil.org/byzantine.html
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt; 
&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/div&gt;
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    <title>Don't Miss Chateau de Nah'na with Special Guest Obsidia!</title>
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      <name>y_e_torres</name>
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    <updated>2008-01-14T16:39:34Z</updated>
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    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Bon soir Madames et Monsieurs!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;La Magnifique Nah'ha has arranged for you to attend the Royal French Court of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette for a décadent evening of exquisite entertainment. The members of Nah'na will transport you to pre-revolutionary France, a world where the parties never ceased, and indulgence was never denied. Experience a world of lush music, gorgeous fusion choreography, and a bit of unique belly dance theater performed only the way Nah'na can perform it. Catch a rare glimpse of French royalty as Nah'na sweeps you through vignettes, both playful and powerful.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Come join us for an evening of romance, laughter, and a little bit of French sass at Chateau de Nah'na, belly dance with a French twist!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Avant Garden
&lt;br/&gt;411 Westheimer
&lt;br/&gt;Houston, TX
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;January 22, 2008
&lt;br/&gt;8:30 p.m.
&lt;br/&gt;21 &amp;amp; over please
&lt;br/&gt;No Cover/ Love Donations
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Special Guest: Nationally known fusion dancer Obsidia from Dallas, Texas in her first Houston performance!&lt;/div&gt;
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  <entry>
    <title>does anybody vend?</title>
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      <name>thedrunkenmonkey</name>
    </author>
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    <updated>2008-01-06T07:03:07Z</updated>
    <published>2008-01-06T07:03:07Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Is there anyone here that vends and would be interested is doing so at raven's loft 08?
&lt;br/&gt;i just herd that they are now accepting vender apts. i'll be doing this one i'm glad to help out a fledgling faire. I met with the owner they are nice ppl. Its located in Emory tx 75440.
&lt;br/&gt; theres no fee to set up you only give a percentage to the owners . ravens loft runs the two weekends before labor day weekend. oh And they are doing a promotion that as far as i know no one else does. on Saturdays everyone gets in FREE till 3 with is good for us.
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&lt;br/&gt;i'll post the contact info when i find it again&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2008-01-06T07:03:07Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Anyone going to Raven's Loft?</title>
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      <name>MasahtiJade</name>
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    <updated>2007-12-28T18:19:01Z</updated>
    <published>2007-08-20T23:04:41Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;I'm 99% sure I'm going to the Raven's Loft Faire on Sunday. Has anyone ever been before? What's it like? If anyone in Houston wants to go we might be able to carpool. So let me know!&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-08-20T23:04:41Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>What a great year for TRF...</title>
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    <author>
      <name>Ken</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/txrenfest/thread/18b872b8-d01c-4814-8328-a50ca910d2af</id>
    <updated>2007-11-22T14:44:05Z</updated>
    <published>2007-11-20T22:56:28Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;It's been a joy working at Texas Renaissance Festival this year. Exiciting to see many of the performers and musical acts back, and the energy returning.  Patron attendance has been exceptional, and from those who attended our shows, many very nice people.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Sadly, I will not be there for the final 2007 weekend.  In my "straight job," such as it is, I conduct scuba diving tours. On Friday morning, I'm scheduled to head off to Indonesia, with a group of 34 adventurous divers.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;The good news for all of you is that we are bringing Terrence Karn back to TRF to sub for me on Thanksgiving weekend.  A master percussionist and all around maestro musician, dancer, and artiste, Terrence is one of the finest and most unique entertainers you will ever see.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;If you can, stop by the Gypsy Dance Theatre stage in the Agora and enjoy Terrence at his best, rain or shine.  Please tell him that Tulo sends his love...
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Opa,   Tulo&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-11-20T22:56:28Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>This Tuesday! Nah'na Belly Dance presents - Belly Boudoir</title>
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    <author>
      <name>y_e_torres</name>
    </author>
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    <updated>2007-11-14T17:31:30Z</updated>
    <published>2007-11-14T17:31:30Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Nah'na Belly Dance invites you to step back to the turn of the twentieth century for a rare and intimate peek into the belly dancer's boudoir.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Inside our dressing room you'll experience the cheekiness of vaudeville, the sultriness of the gypsy, and the grace of the folkloric improvisational ensemble. Experience the rich sounds of live drumming and violin from our friends in Gypsy Dance Theater.  Become enthralled by some of their finest dancers as they join us in celebrating the most secret of places - the dancer's dressing room. So bring your zaghareet, grab a nightcap from the bar and join us for this saucy, sexy, and singularly unforgettable performance. Make sure you get a good seat for this one time show at Avant Garden on November 20th at 9:00 p.m., because when the last song ends, the boudoir doors close for good.
&lt;br/&gt; 
&lt;br/&gt;~Nah'na
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&lt;br/&gt;Look for other Nah'na dates and themes at Avant Garden every month!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Dec. 4th – Not Your Mamma's Hafla, featuring The Tribal Lillies and Tara (her first performance EVER!)
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&lt;br/&gt;Nah'na Belly Dance - http://www.myspace.com/nahnabellydance
&lt;br/&gt;Gypsy Dance Theatre - http://www.gdtlive.com&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-11-14T17:31:30Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>I got to meet Mariko</title>
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    <author>
      <name>Missy</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/txrenfest/thread/3d82b982-62b4-4798-a5f1-a8a58428b5e2</id>
    <updated>2007-11-04T21:42:39Z</updated>
    <published>2007-10-30T01:46:41Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;I saw her!! I was walking through faire and thought it was the same one from her picture. I got to meet her!! Yippeee!!&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:creator>Missy</dc:creator>
    <dc:date>2007-10-30T01:46:41Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>What's not to miss?</title>
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      <name>Scoundrel</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/txrenfest/thread/ba20f3c4-6097-4d75-8e56-ef7eb5a22998</id>
    <updated>2007-10-31T00:21:38Z</updated>
    <published>2007-10-30T18:40:27Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;I will be at TRF this weekend and want to know what are the must sees?&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-10-30T18:40:27Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>When Are You Going to TRF?</title>
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    <author>
      <name>MasahtiJade</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/txrenfest/thread/3aca7e65-9667-48a3-87d1-79a793c7357e</id>
    <updated>2007-10-26T05:32:18Z</updated>
    <published>2007-10-02T20:27:40Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Just wondering when everyone is going to the Texas Renaissance Festival? I know for me it would be cool to meet a few of you there.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;I'm going October 27th and 28th, as well as some other, unknown weekend in November, and at least one more day on top of that (probably the last day). lol&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-10-02T20:27:40Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Gypsy Dance Theatre at TRF...</title>
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    <author>
      <name>Ken</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/txrenfest/thread/564ac742-e558-48ba-ae6f-a0197588904a</id>
    <updated>2007-10-22T21:59:29Z</updated>
    <published>2007-09-18T23:15:52Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Glad to report that Gypsy Dance Theatre will once again have the pleasure of performing at Texas Renaissance Festival. This will be our eighth year as a troupe, and my own 29th year performing professionally at TRF.  Yikes, how time flies...but it sure has been fun!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;This year will be unique for GDT, as our master drummer, acrobat, and dancer Terrence Karn has moved out of state to accompany his wife Julie Fox as she pursues her MFA in dance at Ohio State.  Glad to report that Taras already has a great job in the dance department at Denison College...but we will miss him mightily.  It certainly takes more than one man to replace the likes of Terracio, so this year I will be joined in the band by David Anderson and Aaron Hermes.  Hope you like our new sound.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;In addition to our original core dancers, Farasha, Kira, Alla, Soraya, and Kareena, we will be introducing a new GDT performer this year.  The lovely Katia is the new "baby" in our troupe and we all look forward to incorporating her into our group choreographies, and watching her own solos shine.  We also have some special guests lined up included Pangea Beat, Danmar School of Dance and HABDA.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Finally, after all these years we have produced our first music CD.  Entitled "Gypsy Breakfast," it includes Turkish clarinet, Indian bansouri, sitar, a fabulous violinist, vocals, Alla's flying feet, and a world of percussion.  So I hope to offer you will have a taste of Gypsy Breakfast sometime soon.  
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;See you at the Faire...  Opa!   Tulo (Ken Knezick)&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-09-18T23:15:52Z</dc:date>
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    <title>October Contest</title>
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    <author>
      <name>MasahtiJade</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/txrenfest/thread/2e761ecb-8bdd-4b13-b729-a14fe8d3cf81</id>
    <updated>2007-10-18T06:55:45Z</updated>
    <published>2007-10-18T06:55:45Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Sorry about the last post! Forgot... But maybe someone will actually enter this month!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Seeing as no one entered September's contest with its FREE PRIZE... *ahem* I'm going to try giving it away again.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;This month it's another photo contest. It's October, so post your scariest Ren Faire photo. Use "October Contest" as the subject and post it right on this tribe. Limit 3 photos per person. Best photo wins. Go!&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-10-18T06:55:45Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Car Pooling!</title>
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    <author>
      <name>Logan</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/txrenfest/thread/beb17d62-8f31-4fc1-b573-b1a43fb4e57d</id>
    <updated>2007-10-16T02:32:26Z</updated>
    <published>2007-10-16T02:32:26Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;I am new to this Faire, and am looking for someone to carpool with from San Antonio Texas each weekend as I work there. I work for the Belrose Costume Rental Booth at the entrance to the faire. I can get a ride from San Antonio to Austin. So, If there is anyone going to the faire leaving the San Antonio Area or Austin Area please let me know. We can share the travel costs to get there and back. Thanks alot!
&lt;br/&gt;Logan&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-10-16T02:32:26Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Shunyata  Bellydance @ TRF</title>
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    <author>
      <name>marisela</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/txrenfest/thread/470a26b9-e8e5-4618-b347-fabafe9b0caf</id>
    <updated>2007-10-15T03:11:11Z</updated>
    <published>2007-10-04T18:37:14Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Castle Stage 
&lt;br/&gt;1130 am 130 pm 330pm 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Don't miss Silvia, Angelin &amp;amp; friends!! 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Every weekend 
&lt;br/&gt;visit www.texrenfest.com for more info!! 
&lt;br/&gt;and check out the Shunyata video! &lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:creator>marisela</dc:creator>
    <dc:date>2007-10-04T18:37:14Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Middlefaire??</title>
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    <author>
      <name>Leslie511</name>
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    <updated>2007-10-01T17:28:48Z</updated>
    <published>2007-10-01T17:28:48Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Ok, so rollcall - who's planning on being there and when?&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-10-01T17:28:48Z</dc:date>
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    <title>August Contest</title>
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      <name>MasahtiJade</name>
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    <updated>2007-09-04T21:55:57Z</updated>
    <published>2007-08-02T03:02:44Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Hah! Finally posted on the 1st. This one is for all you body modifiers out there. 'Bod Mod' is getting to be a big part of the Ren scene these days, so.... Show me -your- tattoos, piercings, etc.! The best set of modifications wins a BEAUTIFUL pair of tie-on horns made by my talented sister, Sydney.
&lt;br/&gt;**Limit of 3 photo posts per person please. Photo posts can include more than one modification (aka a collage). And, it has to be -you- folks. Not your brother, his wife or their dog. Also, might be better visually if you're in garb for the photos.. hinthint. If you have any other questions, feel free to im me. Contest ends on the last day of this month. So.. Go!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;I'll photos of some of Sydney's work sometime this week, though the pair being given away hasn't been made yet. Everyone who has seen them loves them. A Ren Fair must. She also sells them in case you don't happen to win. ;)&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-08-02T03:02:44Z</dc:date>
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    <title>September Contest</title>
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      <name>MasahtiJade</name>
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    <updated>2007-09-04T14:08:47Z</updated>
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    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Okay, sorry about the late start on the contest. This month I'm going to try and switch it up a little...
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Instead of a photo, tell me about your funniest Ren Faire moment. It can be your moment, or something you saw someone else do. Funniest story wins.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Depending on how many stories we get, it -may- turn into a vote. And while I don't want to limit how much you can write, please try not to post up 2 pages worth! lol... Shorter can be better. And on that note, feel free to post up dirty stories too, as long as they're not too explicit... Just post your entries under this.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;This month's prize is a beautiful, light blue coin scarf (look for the photo) generously provided by Kelly, a student from Sirrom. Thanks Kelly! So get started so we can read those stories!&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-09-04T14:08:47Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Buy Your Tickets to TRF!</title>
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    <author>
      <name>MasahtiJade</name>
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    <updated>2007-08-30T04:03:41Z</updated>
    <published>2007-08-30T04:03:41Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Just a reminder to buy your tickets soon for the Texas Renaissance Festival if you want the discount rate. Call or order online through their website http://www.texrenfest.com/ Because of the revamp they left out a little information, but I THINK you need to order them by September 21. Someeone please correct me if I'm wrong!&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-08-30T04:03:41Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>List of Texas Ren Fests for 2007</title>
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    <author>
      <name>MasahtiJade</name>
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    <updated>2007-08-30T03:59:13Z</updated>
    <published>2007-04-01T17:47:02Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Here's a short, fairly (no pun intended) uninformative list of the Texas Fests this year. If you know of any others, or if you have any questions about what's listed you should probably check the website, or post, but you can message me.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;The Four Winds Faire
&lt;br/&gt;	When: March 3rd – April 22nd 
&lt;br/&gt;	Where: Just south of Tyler, Texas (Near Dallas)
&lt;br/&gt;	Price: $12 for adults, $6 for children
&lt;br/&gt;Camping: Yes, with a fee
&lt;br/&gt;	Web: http://www.fourwindsfaire.com/index.htm
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;The Scarborough Renaissance Festival
&lt;br/&gt;	When: April 7th – May 28th 
&lt;br/&gt;	Where: Waxahachie, Texas (Near Dallas)
&lt;br/&gt;	Price: $20 for adults, $6.50 for children
&lt;br/&gt;	Camping: No!
&lt;br/&gt;	Web: http://www.scarboroughrenfest.com/index.html
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;The Texas Renaissance Festival
&lt;br/&gt;	When: October 5th – November 26th 
&lt;br/&gt;	Where: Just north of  Magnolia, Texas (Near Houston)
&lt;br/&gt;	Price: $21 for adults, $10 for children
&lt;br/&gt;	Camping: Yes, with a fee
&lt;br/&gt;	Web: http://www.texrenfest.com/home.html
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Enchanted Forest Renaissance Faire
&lt;br/&gt;	When: December 8th and 9th 
&lt;br/&gt;	Where: Ingleside (Near Corpus Christi)
&lt;br/&gt;	Price: $5 for adults, $3 for children
&lt;br/&gt;	Camping: unknown (doubtful)
&lt;br/&gt;	Web: http://www.renfaireingleside.org/ 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;The Dragon Valley Renaissance Faire
&lt;br/&gt;	When: December 29th – January 20th 
&lt;br/&gt;	Where: Alamo, Texas (Near McAllen; south of Corpus Christi)
&lt;br/&gt;	Price: unknown
&lt;br/&gt;	Camping: unknown
&lt;br/&gt;	Web: http://www.borderrealminc.com/Dragon_Valley_Renaissance_F.php &lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-04-01T17:47:02Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Wedding Advice</title>
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    <author>
      <name>rebhel</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/txrenfest/thread/fcce0515-a209-4a38-8bf1-8decc2b05913</id>
    <updated>2007-08-28T03:30:17Z</updated>
    <published>2007-08-25T02:05:48Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Well, hold the congratulations, it is not for me !
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;I have a couple of friends who have decided that in '08 they will tie the knot Renaissance -style.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Figured if there is a good place to look for advice this might be the right spot.  So, on behalf of imparting helpful insight to my pals here are the queries:
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Have you or someone you know been married at Texas RenFest?  If so, what were the highlights?  What do you wish you would have done differently?
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Are you a part of the festival?  If so, do you have any insider advice on planning the nuptials?
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Any/all input on the matter will be appreciated.  Thanks.&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-08-25T02:05:48Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Costume Sale</title>
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    <author>
      <name>MasahtiJade</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/txrenfest/thread/01c832d8-6997-44a0-a79e-3b77f259a17f</id>
    <updated>2007-08-12T18:14:26Z</updated>
    <published>2007-08-12T18:14:26Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Okay. I'm not associated with them at all, but www.buycostumes.com is having a pretty good clearance sale right now. It doesn't have the most original costumes for rennies, but right now they're -really- cheap, and they do have some cute things for those of you with kids.&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-08-12T18:14:26Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Shameless Self Promotion</title>
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    <author>
      <name>MadamNina</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/txrenfest/thread/6828ff60-4446-40aa-adc3-59ebc6864ad7</id>
    <updated>2007-08-10T17:03:22Z</updated>
    <published>2007-08-08T20:44:00Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Hey Guys! 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;I just decided to start a tribe for my shop, The Pirate's Cove.   We're the big Pirate sword shop close to the Odeon Stage.  
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;So...here are the details! 
&lt;br/&gt;http://tribes.tribe.net/thepiratescovetrf
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;We will be carrying the CAS Balanced Scimitar for any dancers that would like to have one!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Nina
&lt;br/&gt;First Mate&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-08-08T20:44:00Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>July Contest</title>
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    <author>
      <name>MasahtiJade</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/txrenfest/thread/f7629c51-445b-4c08-a69f-e87bbb93f78d</id>
    <updated>2007-08-02T02:50:14Z</updated>
    <published>2007-07-10T17:04:13Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Okay. Sorry again about the late post. I was on vacation at the beginning of the month, but I will start it on time one of these months! lol This month it's another photo contest. This time it's best dressed Rennie kid. Post your favorite photos of Festival children on the main page under "July contest". Prize this month: Free face painting. If you have any questions about the prize or the contest, feel free to message me. Soo.... Go!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;PS: Limit of 3 photos per person please!&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-07-10T17:04:13Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>June Contest</title>
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    <author>
      <name>MasahtiJade</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/txrenfest/thread/bca60550-3c79-45b2-8043-c120f82348ff</id>
    <updated>2007-07-09T23:43:20Z</updated>
    <published>2007-06-18T02:01:41Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Okay... so I've been a little late with the contests lately. Of course... I didn't exactly get the greatest response the first time around, so let's try this again... 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Submit your best photo of YOURSELF in garb (bellydancing outfits count). Coolest costume wins. The prize is...... I dunno. How about a drawing of you in the garb? Yeah... that'll do. So you get an idea of what I can draw http://elfwood.lysator.liu.se/art/d/o/dow/
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Contest ends at the end of the month. Go!&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-06-18T02:01:41Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Want Contests?</title>
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    <author>
      <name>MasahtiJade</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/txrenfest/thread/42548ea1-50ca-48e0-b331-9833a4e306fc</id>
    <updated>2007-06-18T01:47:22Z</updated>
    <published>2007-04-30T05:15:04Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Here's the deal: If this tribe breaks a certain number of people... I dunno, say... 50? I'm going to start doing contests here. How's that for incentive to join? lol. They'll be fairly crappy at first... likely the first will be free henna from me. But if I can get a few connections worked out they just might be pretty exciting (I'm thinking free tickets, dicounted clothing, etc.) I need to ask some questions though...
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;What kind of contest should it be? Should it be different every month? 3 months?
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Basically you first people who have joined this tribe can steer how this will go. So throw your ideas at me. In fact, this can be the first contest. Best contest idea wins some free henna from me. Go!&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-04-30T05:15:04Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>The Scarborough Renaissance Festival</title>
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    <author>
      <name>MasahtiJade</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/txrenfest/thread/ab1b2997-9a61-4647-bd0a-045dcc3adbc0</id>
    <updated>2007-05-09T14:50:30Z</updated>
    <published>2007-04-07T17:58:27Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;The Scarborough Renaissance Festival
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;When: Weekends April 7th – May 27th, plus Memorial Day Monday May 28th. Sat, Sun &amp;amp; Memorial Day Monday- 10am to 7pm. 2 student days on May 1st and May 2nd 9am to 2:30pm. Rain or shine.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Where: Near Waxahachie, Texas (closest major city: Dallas). There is a map and driving directions on the website (http://www.scarboroughrenfest.com/info/directions.htm) 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Price: $16 advance, $20 at the gate for adults. $6 advance, $6.50 at the gate for children (5-12). $50-$70 advance adult season pass, $60 &amp;amp; $80 at the gate. $15 advance child season pass, $15 at the gate. Advance tickets and season passes are available by phone, mail and online.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Parking: Free
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;No: Pets, firearms, outside food, outside drink.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Weapons: Discouraged, and they must be kept sheathed and peace-tied at all times.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Camping: No!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Other: Yes they serve food and alcohol, but you must obtain a free membership at a tavern in order to buy alcohol.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Size: 200 booths. 22 stages.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Web: www.scarboroughrenfest.com/index.html 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Contact: Toll-free phone, mailing address and fax- http://www.scarboroughrenfest.com/contact.asp&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-04-07T17:58:27Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Greek Festival</title>
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    <author>
      <name>MasahtiJade</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/txrenfest/thread/3c79e9b1-a9fa-481b-a693-bf324e95d4ff</id>
    <updated>2007-04-30T05:19:43Z</updated>
    <published>2007-04-30T05:19:43Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;For all you Houston area Bellydancers!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;There's a Greek Festival coming up in a couple of weeks in Clear Lake. I think I might just go. Anyone else interested?
&lt;br/&gt;Infoformation: http://www.clearlakegreekfestival.com/&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-04-30T05:19:43Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Four Winds or Scarborough?</title>
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    <author>
      <name>MasahtiJade</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/txrenfest/thread/35f2f1f3-e55d-4e03-8f76-238e81da1955</id>
    <updated>2007-04-30T05:17:06Z</updated>
    <published>2007-04-07T09:28:17Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;It looks like I'll be visiting both in one weekend. I'll be at the Four Winds Faire on April 21 (Sat.) and the Scarborough Renaissance Festival on April 22 (Sun.) Let me know if any of you will be there, or if you've already been, what I can expect! ;)&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-04-07T09:28:17Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Excalibur Fantasy Faire</title>
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    <author>
      <name>MasahtiJade</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/txrenfest/thread/1b5b433a-b65d-4db7-84d3-2f2bc260c4fd</id>
    <updated>2007-04-08T03:35:10Z</updated>
    <published>2007-04-07T16:05:21Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Okay. Sorry about the LATE posting. I know it's about to end, but if anyone wants to go at the last minute, here's the information that's probably most important.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Excalibur Fantasy Faire Details
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;When: Weekends from March 10th – April 8th. Sat 10am to 7pm, Sun 10am to 6pm. Rain or shine.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Where: Near Dale, Texas (closest major city: Austin). There is a map and driving directions on the website.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Price: $11 advance, $12 at the gate for adults. $5 advance, $6 at the gate for children. $10 advance, $11 at the gate for seniors (55+). $10 at the gate for military (with ID). $50 season pass (available online and at the faire). Advance tickets are available online prior to faire.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Parking: Free
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;No: Pets, firearms, outside food, outside drink, outside alcohol.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Weapons: Yes you can bring them, but they must be kept sheathed and peace-tied at all times.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Camping: Yes- primitive (and I mean bring a machete!) with rules for clearing (see website). Fee is $7 per person per weekend, and you must have proof of faire ticket purchase. Camp sign-in is in the faire. RVs permitted, no hook-ups or generators allowed. No permanent restrooms (aka Port-O-Time).
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Other: Yes, they serve food and alcohol.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Size: 75 booths. 6 stages.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Web: www.excaliburfaire.com/index.html 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Contact: List of people- http://markokun.com/faire/contact.php &lt;/div&gt;
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  <entry>
    <title>The Four Winds Faire</title>
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      <name>MasahtiJade</name>
    </author>
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    <updated>2007-04-07T17:43:19Z</updated>
    <published>2007-04-07T17:43:19Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;The Four Winds Faire
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;When: Weekends March 3rd – April 22nd. Sat &amp;amp; Sun 10am to 7pm. 1 school day on March 23rd 10am to 2pm. Rain or shine.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Where: Near Dale, Texas (closest major city: Austin). There is a map and driving directions on the website.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Price: $10 advance, $12 at the gate for adults. $5 advance, $6 at the gate for children (5-12). $30 adult season pass, $15 child season pass (available at the faire). Advance tickets are available by mail, and at a local coffee house, prior to faire.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Parking: Free
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;No: Pets, firearms (unless period), outside food.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Weapons: Yes you can bring them, but they must be kept sheathed and peace-tied at all times, and period firearms must be kept unload.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Camping: Yes- modern. Fee is $5 per person per night. RVs permitted, with hook-ups provided for a fee ($20 per night for 2 adults, plus $5 for each additional adult. Permanent, separate restrooms and showers for men and women.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Other: They serve food, but not alcohol. You can bring your own in a period container.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Size: 60 booths. 4 stages.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Web: www.fourwindsfaire.com/index.htm 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Contact: List of people, phone and mailing address- http://www.fourwindsfaire.com/contact.htm&lt;/div&gt;
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