Topic: Blood Moon: October 29th

Fiona ONeill

Date: 2012-09-19 02:02 EST
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The Bristle Crios Blood Moon

The Gaelic calendar, also known as the Irish calendar, is a pre-Christian Celtic system used to define the day, week, month, seasons, and festivals. Bristle Crios was founded in Irish roots and loves the opportunity to celebrate its cultural festivals. October, or Deireadh F"mhair, marks the end of autumn. Bristle Crios celebrates its full moon to give thanks for the bounty of the fall harvest and welcome in the winter season.

The hunter's moon, also known as sanguine moon or blood moon, is the first full moon after the harvest moon, which is the full moon nearest the autumnal equinox. The Hunter's Moon is so named because the bright moonlight is ideal for hunters shooting migrating birds in Northern Europe. The name is also said to have been used by Native Americans as they tracked and killed their prey by autumn moonlight, stockpiling food for the winter ahead.

More details to follow. Want to be involved in this year's Blood Moon' Contact Fiona O"Neill Knightfall or Miranda Branson. Read more about the Gaelic Calendar and the Hunter's Moon. The Blood Moon in October, Snow Moon in February, and Rose Moon in June are the three moon events celebrated by Bristle Crios each year. Join us next year too! Snow Moon on Mon, Feb 25, 2013, Rose Moon on Sun, June 23, 2013, and the Blood Moon on Fri, Oct 18, 2013.

Miranda Branson

Date: 2012-09-19 22:10 EST
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In the vast open space of the fall gardens, pockets of cream tents glow against the fading lights of October. Paper lanterns with leaves and pumpkins flicker with candle light to show the way. Under each tent are massive buffets for all to enjoy with stacks of plates in a china metallic bronze and glass with gold filigree just begging to be filled. Rich dark brown leather pin tucked chairs circle small tables draped in the colors of fall. Mercury orange candle holders in the shapes of pumpkins sit on beds of leaves for center pieces.

Music drifts out for all to hear no matter what tent or activity you choose to enjoy, but one thing is for certain. Every tent as a stunning view of the bonfire for roasting marshmallows.

For more information on tent events like the one pictured above click Here

Miranda Branson

Date: 2012-09-26 16:29 EST
Water Balloon Wars

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Let the water balloons fly! Huge orange and black barrels lined in fabric are fit to burst. Balloons sporting fall colors and haunting silhouettes are just begging to be thrown. Away from the tents and bonfire is a massive field. Bunkers made of the left over corn stalks from harvest have been bound and layered to make this a challenge for even the best of aim. Beware! Be Prepared! And you might want to bring a change of clothes. Water Balloon Wars!

Glowing Gourd Bowling

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The lanes have been set, polished and now they glow! Carved gourds make silly faces, taunt and glow like they have candles flickering inside thanks to some crafty enchantments. Show those gourds who is the boss with a large selection of glow in the dark bowling balls. Faces silly, scary and all around fit to grace any pumpkin stare down the gourds just waiting to be thrown. Come on and see if you can strike our silly gourds down!

Gourds provided by Meadowbrooke Gourds

Bonfires and Smores

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Stone and metal pits dot the open space between the tents. A large stack of freshly cured firewood just waiting to be added to the fires. A tradition at harvest time for many reason, but for tonight it is to stay warm and cook yourself up an extra treat. Just off to the side under one of the tents is a huge wooden buffet filled to the brim with marshmallows, different types of chocolate, sugars, sliced fruit, mini cakes and of course graham crackers. Pick up a stick and get to roasting! It is smore time!

For great ideas on wicked tasty smores click Here

Kruger

Date: 2012-10-04 00:23 EST
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Gather round the silver screen while Kruger narrates the movie Young Frankenstein. Cozy up under a blanket with your loved ones and share a box of popcorn for this zany rendition of an even zanier movie from director Mel Brooks.

Blood Sister

Date: 2012-10-05 02:06 EST
Lydia did not consider herself qualified to teach the cooking students at the Academy of Bristle Crios, but the students seemed to enjoy her lessons until a suitable chef could be found. Lydia focused first on fall recipes, fitting for the new school season. She encouraged the students to complete their own recipe to serve at the Blood Moon. The success of their grade rests in the popularity of their recipe during the event. Show up and support your favorite!

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Blood Moon Buffet

Acorn Squash with Sweet Spicy Sausage - This dish combines the sweetness of winter squash and brown sugar with spicy turkey sausage, all served right in the squash shell. Venison Pot Roast - A venison pot roast is slow-cooked with a creamy mushroom gravy until it is melts-in-your-mouth tender. Apple and BBQ Sauce Baby Back Ribs - Baby back ribs are marinated in a mixture of applesauce and barbeque sauce, then slow cooked on the grill. Gingery Quinoa-Stuffed Acorn Squash - This hearty dish combines quinoa with apples, veggies, and loads of ginger in an acorn squash bowl. Ancho Chile Rubbed Venison Steaks with Lime-Cilantro Butter - Venison steaks are rubbed with steak seasoning and ancho chile powder, then grilled and topped with a lemon-cilantro butter. Risotto with Butternut Squash and White Beans - Steamed butternut squash folded into a creamy white bean risotto. Bacon and Blue Brussels Sprouts - Bacon and Gorgonzola cheese make these Brussels sprouts some of the best you'll ever eat! Chunky Pumpkin Chili - Ground beef and kidney beans are joined by pumpkin and pumpkin pie spice in this fall twist on chili! Apple Bacon Tomato Soup - This thick soup is bursting with the flavors of bacon and sauteed apple. Topped with mozzarella cheese, and serve with Italian bread for dipping. Asparagus with Cranberries and Pine Nuts " Olive oil coated pine nuts and cranberries saut"ed with fresh asparagus. Baked Eggplant Sandwiches - These sandwiches are made with breaded and baked slices of eggplant filled with goat cheese, provolone and fresh herbs. Served with a drizzle of pomegranate molasses. Lamb Braised in Pomegranate - Lamb shoulder chops braised in pomegranate juice, then topped with pumpkin seeds and mint. Apple Cranberry Stuffed Pork Chops - These savory pork chops are stuffed with a sumptuous apple-cranberry mixture and served with an apple reduction glaze. Cranberry Brisket - This tangy, sweet brisket is caramelized with onions and cranberries. Autumn Berry Chicken - Chicken breasts browned and simmered in a very berry sauce. Pumpkin Bean Soup - A thick, hearty soup with pumpkin, black beans, red bell pepper, and corn. Apple and Feta Pan Fried Pizzas - Sweet apples, fresh thyme and the Mediterranean flavor of feta team up on fresh pizza dough. Pecan-Crusted Pork with Pumpkin Butter - Pork chops are crusted in pecans and breadcrumbs, then topped with a delicious homemade pumpkin butter. Apple and Prosciutto Stuffed Chicken Breast - Delicious apples and smoked prosciutto compliment each other nicely, stuffed in flavorful chicken breast. Pumpkin Ravioli - A handmade dough fashioned from flour, salt, olive oil, eggs and tomato paste makes a flavorful pocket for a filling rich with ricotta, pumpkin and nutmeg. Served with a pumpkin cream sauce.

Click on the name of the recipe to see the full recipe from allrecipes.com.

Blood Sister

Date: 2012-10-05 02:10 EST
The culinary students of the Academy of Bristle Crios were working hard to complete their dessert course assignment in time for the Blood Moon event. Guided by their impromptu instructor, Head Mistress Lydia Tolmay, they were all able to submit delicious desserts on time. They will be scored based on feedback provided during the event. See the twenty student's assignments below. Which assignment would you give an A"

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Blood Moon Desserts

Orange-Carrot Cake with Chocolate Ganache - A twist of citrus adds bright orange flavor on this chocolate-drizzled and cream-cheese-filled fall sensation. Banana-Rum Bars - A dash of cinnamon and a splash of rum warm this after-dinner treat. The rich banana filling offers an indulgent end to a crisp fall night. Mallow-Praline Sweet Potato Pie - Laced with ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice, this sweet potato creation starts with all the right ingredients. Topped with pecans, marshmallows, and maple syrup, it's a complete fall dessert package. Pumpkin Bread Pudding Souffle - Combine the comforts of bread pudding and pumpkin with the sophisticated appeal of a souffle in this easy-to-make dessert. Individual souffles topped with Bourbon Molasses Sauce for a warm, unexpected delight. Cranberry-Cashew Clusters - These no-bake bites hide the spiciness of nutmeg amid sweet-tart dried cranberries and salty cashews. A chocolate drizzle completes the fruity-nutty nibble. Chocolate-Pecan Cake - Dense and rich with cocoa flavor, this flourless treat boasts fall-favorite pecans. The Toasted Coconut-Pecan Caramel Sauce ups the nutty quotient and gives the cake a German chocolate crunch. Apple-Cinnamon Streusel Bars - These bars are packed with flavors well beyond sweet apples and cinnamon. The easy dessert includes oats, cream cheese, maple syrup, ginger, and walnuts for a rich, complex taste. Hazelnut-Pear Torte with Dulce de Leche Filling - The milky, silky caramel sauce — beaten into cream cheese frosting — blends with buttery saut"ed pears and four tiers of nut torte for a company-worthy finale. Tiramisu Ladyfinger Sandwiches - Coffee, espresso powder, and cocoa powder accent the sweet richness of the tiramisu-style filling in this handheld dessert. Toffee-Pear Sticky Pudding - A warm and buttery sauce with fresh pear slices tops date-studded pudding cake. Black and Blue Cobbler with Brown Sugar-Pecan Biscuits - Fresh blueberries and blackberries are tucked under a sweet biscuit crust. Maple Creme Brulee - Pure maple syrup puts a fresh spin on a classic dessert. Raspberry Fudge Pudding Cake - Sweetened whipped cream tops ultramoist, raspberry-studded chocolate cake. Maple-Nut Pie - This sticky pie is similar to pecan but features toasty walnuts. Hints of light rum and nutmeg round out the flavor. Chocolaty Harvest Fruit-Topped Cake - Topped with poached apples, pears, cranberries, and warm caramel sauce, this decadent cake makes a beautiful — and delicious — sweet ending to any meal. Snickerdoodle Pie - This cinnamon-filled sweet is cakey, with all the charm of the cookie in pie form. Served warm, topped with vanilla ice cream. Apricot-Caramel Crunch Cake - Warm caramel sauce and toasted almonds top this irresistible fall dessert. Served with caramel or vanilla ice cream. Sticky Pecan Upside-Down Baby Cakes - A rich, buttery sauce featuring brown sugar, honey, and pecans tops these moist mini cakes. Caramel-Apple Pudding Cake - This pudding cake with caramel and apples is hard to resist. Served warm with a dollop of cinnamon ice cream. Warm Butter Oatmeal Cake - A buttery, brown-sugar topping starring coconut and pecans makes this dense oatmeal cake better than the rest. Served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side.

Click on the name of the dessert to see the image and full recipe from Better Homes and Gardens. Read more about the Academy of Bristle Crios at http://rdi.dragonsmark.com/forums/viewtopic.php"t=23604. See our official instructors and classes at http://rdi.dragonsmark.com/forums/viewtopic.php"t=23604&start=15. Want to teach' Want to enroll" Send in your Application at http://rdi.dragonsmark.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=23638.

This Dark One

Date: 2012-10-11 13:20 EST
Bobbing For Apples!

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A classic game for this time of the year for children and adults of all ages! Renna Bloodstone will be attending the Blood Moon event with three large tubs of water filled with delicious, fully ripened cox apples, all ready and waiting to be eaten! For those brave few willing to take on the challenge, Renna will be offering a prize for those who can bob up to FIFTEEN apples within one minute!

Bristle Crios's Home Made Scrumpy Cider and Spiced Pumpkin Wine!

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It is the season of the Apple and the Pumpkin! So what better way to celebrate it than to drink up its wondrous flavour in alcoholic form! Specifically made for the Blood Moon event, and brewed within the Coven's grounds, these special blends of Scrumpy Cider and Pumpkin Wine were created from the best ingredients, with no artificial flavourings or preservatives! Best of all? It's free!

You can find these beverages next to the Bobbing For Apples event, where Renna Bloodstone will be more than happy to serve you a glass of delicious Spiced Pumpkin Wine, or a tankard of dry, medium or sweet Scrumpy Cider! But remember, these beverages are quite strong, so don't forget to drink responsibly!

For even more beverage options, please visit the talents of Christine Cain who will be serving up her own signature drinks at the event's own official bar area!

Yasmin

Date: 2012-10-13 10:45 EST
DJ Zazzy Yas from 101.1 WHAM! will be hosting a night of hot new sounds and a few fresh favorites. Check out some of the new songs coming out of the dance underground that Yas will be promoting at the Blood Moon event.

Blood Moon Playlist

Get It Started by Pitbull http://www.youtube.com/watch"v=aAu51I1wYcU Emergency by Audio Playground http://www.youtube.com/watch"v=TOXxGAX3-8U Winner by Pet Shop Boys http://www.youtube.com/watch"v=6AEO21i-oN0 I Can Only Imagine by David Guetta http://www.youtube.com/watch"v=TSNerxNwWtU

Send Me Your Love by Taryn Manning http://www.youtube.com/watch"v=2xnXmrOrQbM Only the Horses by Scissor Sisters http://www.youtube.com/watch"v=E3m-XH1Kij0 Lights by Ellie Goulding http://www.youtube.com/watch"v=0NKUpo_xKyQ I Don't Like You by Eva Simon http://www.youtube.com/watch"v=0ngzOj2zATM Silhouettes by Avicii http://www.youtube.com/watch"v=6VJBBUqr1wM

Let Me Love You by Ne-Yo http://www.youtube.com/watch"v=crrOl0egI00 She Wolf by Sia http://www.youtube.com/watch"v=PVzljDmoPVs We Run the Night by Havana Brown http://www.youtube.com/watch"v=AP4dnGkZne4 Everybody Talks by Neon Trees http://www.youtube.com/watch"v=X5G9tIe84lE

Hella Bad by NiR" AllDai http://www.youtube.com/watch"v=qRT-dVK0M4w Promises by Nero http://www.youtube.com/watch"v=llDikI2hTtk Too Close by Alex Clare http://www.youtube.com/watch"v=zP50Ewh31E4 You're Gonna Love Again by Nervo http://www.youtube.com/watch"v=DKdeBpn6PRw Spectrum by Florence + The Machine http://www.youtube.com/watch"v=O4-6Y_91v5I

Little Talks by Of Monsters And Men http://www.youtube.com/watch"v=ghb6eDopW8I Send Me Your Love by Taryn Manning http://www.youtube.com/watch"v=2xnXmrOrQbM My Everything by Noelia http://www.youtube.com/watch"v=p09zr6k4cT0 Hello by Karmin http://www.youtube.com/watch"v=0_I0DBUA_GI

Celebrate by MIKA http://www.youtube.com/watch"v=sIBXTHB0QDw It's Time by Imagine Dragons http://www.youtube.com/watch"v=sENM2wA_FTg Die Young by Ke$ha http://www.youtube.com/watch"v=BmV2zPXMzdI Spectrum by Zedd http://www.youtube.com/watch"v=IsuVMdnF8A0 All Stars by Blush http://www.youtube.com/watch"v=A2mDkm58tyo

Bard of Cain

Date: 2012-10-14 16:26 EST
Pick Your Poison

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Black Cat

1 Apricot Brandy 1 Coffee Liqueur 1 Sambuca

Layer ingredients in a shot glass

Ghostbuster

1 Coffee Liqueur 1 Irish Cream 1 Vodka Add all ingredients into a shaker with ice and shake till well mixed. Pour into a double old fashioned glass ice and all.

Witch's Brew

1/2 oz Cranberry Juice 1/2 oz Sweet and Sour Mix 1 oz Vodka 1 oz Chamord

Fill a glass with ice. Add the vodka, chambord, cranberry juice and sweet and sour mix. Stir till well blended and serve.

Flaming Pumpkin Pie 1tsp Cinnamon 1 Coffee Liqueur 1 Irish Cream Splash Peppermint Schnapps

Pour the coffee liqueur and irish cream into a glass. Add a splash of peppermint schnapps and light the top of the drink on fire. Shake some cinnamon on the fire and then blow out the flames. Toss it back and smile!

Hot Spiked Cider 1 quart water 3 orange spice tea bags 1/2 cup light brown sugar 2 cups apple cider 1 1/2 cups light rum 8 cinnamon sticks 3 teaspoons butter

Pour water into a large saucepan and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and toss in the orange spice tea bags. Cover and let steep 5 minutes. Remove tea bags and stir in sugar, apple cider, rum, and 2 of the cinnamon sticks. Heat just to steaming — do not boil. Ladle hot cider into 6 mugs and drop 1/2 teaspoon butter into each. Garnish with a cinnamon "swizzle" stick.

Note as always Christine is more than willing to make any drink your heart desires even if you don't know what it is yet. There will be a whole host of spirits and brews at the ready. Just ask. If the bartender is busy just give your order to one of the floating Jack O' Lanterns specially fitted with trays for lids. Your drink will come floating by in a moment.

Drinks created by the Mun, IDrink and allrecipies

Yasmin

Date: 2012-10-31 19:45 EST
Blood Moon Summary

Thank you to everyone who attended the second annual Bristle Crios Blood Moon! We had over 40 participating guests!

I'd like to thank Kruger for his rendition of the movie 'Young Frankenstein'. It had us all laughing.

A special congratulations to Shylah "Shy" Vulpecula, who won the Masked Blood Moon Contest!

If you would like to work with us during any of our Bristle Crios events, please let myself or the moderators know.