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SUMMARY:Sigdalslag "Mini Stevne" in Stoughton\, Wisconsin
DESCRIPTION:The strategy for the mini-stevne is to ease into gathering again and have some fun together. Activities include: FRIDAY: tour the Stoughton Opera House\, Koshkonong Prairie & Stoughton History Tour\, Dinner at the Sons of Norway Mandt Lodge with a presentation by Don Rorvig SATURDAY: Coffee Break Festival\, tour Livrsreise\, tour Stoughton Historical Society & Museum\, group lunch. \nFor more information\, contact Jean Knaak at: knaak002@gmail.com (651-483-9261) or Jean Borgerding at jlborgerding@msn.com (612-379-4280)
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/sigdalslag-mini-stevne-in-stoughton-wisconsin/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220803
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220807
DTSTAMP:20260416T034155
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SUMMARY:2022 Flere Lag Stevne
DESCRIPTION:August 3-6\, 2022\nThe Flere Lag Stevne will meet at the Best Western Empire Events Center\, in Rochester\, Minnesota. This is a partnership of: Romerikslaget\, Solørlag\, Gudbrandsdalslag\, Nord Hedmark og Hedemarken Lag\, and Trønderlag. \nFor more information\, contact Robert Fossum: robertfossum@gmail.com
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/2022-flere-lag-stevne/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220729T083000
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SUMMARY:Hougen Norwegian Heritage Society Symposium: Roots and Relationships: Influences on Every Norwegian American
DESCRIPTION:Roots and Relationships: Influences on Every Norwegian American  \nThe Hougen Heritage Society invites you to a Symposium celebrating the 165th anniversary of Jens and Kirsten Hougen’s immigration from Norway. \nSponsored by the Hougen Heritage Society; University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of German\, Nordic\, and Slavic+; and the Norwegian American Genealogical Center and Naeseth Library. \nDiscovering your roots as a Norwegian American goes beyond your immediate genealogical chart. You must consider the deeper roots of who you are\, your values and ethics. What were the values and culture of Norway that the immigrants brought with them and how did they change once they came to America and impacted us as Norwegian Americans? How did Norway inspire us during WWII and shape our concept of courage as Norwegian Americans? \nThe Friday morning Symposium explores aspects of the Norwegian American experience from basic concepts of what is the fascination and importance of finding your heritage; to the experience of indigenous the Sami in America and Norway\, popularized in the movie Frozen; to the major influence of intellectual and church leaders that created values of Norwegian Americans. \n8:30 – coffee and lefse\, 9:00 — program \n\n“Family Roots and Relationships: Why Family History Matters.” Dana Kelly\, Executive Director of the Norwegian American Genealogical Center\n“What Does It Mean to Be Indigenous? Sami in Norway and America.” Tom DuBois\, Professor of Scandinavian Folklore\, Folklore\, and Religious Studies and Chair of the Department of German\, Nordic and Slavic.\n“Rasmus B. Anderson: The Hub of Norwegian-American Cultural Life” Susan Brantly\, Professor of Scandinavian Studies\n\nThe Symposium is dedicated to Professor Olaf Andreas Hougen — and his close friends and UW colleagues\, Dr. Gerhard Naeseth and Professor Harold Naess. These three giants in the Norwegian American community impacted Madison\, the U.S and Norway with their life-long commitment to disseminating knowledge\, culture and appreciation of Norway and Norwegian Americans.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/hougen-norwegian-heritage-society-symposium-roots-and-relationships-influences-on-every-norwegian-american/
LOCATION:Pyle Center\, 702 Langdon St.\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220728T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220728T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T034155
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SUMMARY:Hougen Norwegian Heritage Society Symposium: Nordahl Grieg and the Norwegian Resistance
DESCRIPTION:Roots and Relationships: Influences on Every Norwegian American  \nThe Hougen Heritage Society invites you to a Symposium celebrating the 165th anniversary of Jens and Kirsten Hougen’s immigration from Norway. \nSponsored by the Hougen Heritage Society; University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of German\, Nordic\, and Slavic+; and the Norwegian American Genealogical Center & Naeseth Library. \nDiscovering your roots as a Norwegian American goes beyond your immediate genealogical chart. You must consider the deeper roots of who you are\, your values and ethics. What were the values and culture of Norway that the immigrants brought with them and how did they change once they came to America and impacted us as Norwegian Americans? How did Norway inspire us during WWII and shaped our concept of courage as Norwegian Americans? \nThe Thursday evening portion of the Symposium features “Nordahl Grieg: Icon of the Norwegian Resistance.” Professor Dean Krouk will describe the writings of the man who helped inspire the resistance during WWII\, heralded by President Franklin Roosevelt and all Norwegian Americans for its daring courage fighting fascism. Dean Krouk is Associate Professor of Scandinavian Studies. \nThe Symposium is dedicated to Professor Olaf Andreas Hougen — and his close friends and UW colleagues\, Dr. Gerhard Naeseth and Professor Harold Naess. These three giants in the Norwegian American community impacted Madison\, the U.S and Norway with their life-long commitment to disseminating knowledge\, culture and appreciation of Norway and Norwegian Americans.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/hougan-norwegian-heritage-society-symposium-nordahl-grieg-and-the-norwegian-resistance/
LOCATION:Pyle Center\, 702 Langdon St.\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220728
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220731
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SUMMARY:Nordic Fest 2022 - Decorah Iowa
DESCRIPTION:Velkommen to Nordic Fest! \nLocation: Decorah\, Iowa\nDates: July 28-30\, 2022 \nSince 1967\, over 1 1/2 million visitors from all over the world have attended our festival in Decorah\, Iowa! \nYour whole family will enjoy delicious food\, traditional crafts\, a colorful parade\, lively entertainment\, sporting events\, and our Saturday night fireworks display. \nEvents begin with Thursday night’s opening ceremonies\, followed by two full days of fun activities for the whole family. Plans are already underway for the biggest Fest yet! Make your plans now to be part of the fun! \nStop by Vesterheim Westby Torgerson Education Center to visit with NAGC Staff members during Nordic Fest! \n 
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/nordic-fest-2022-decorah-iowa/
LOCATION:Vesterheim Westby Torgerson Education Center\, 523 W. Water St.\, Decorah\, IA\, 52101\, United States
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220623
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SUMMARY:Nordlandslaget 2022 Stevne
DESCRIPTION:The Nordlandslaget 2022 will be held June 21-22 at the Quality Inn and Suites in Detroit Lakes\, Minnesota. \nFor more details\, visit the website Nordlandslag website
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/nordlandslaget-2022-stevne/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220618T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220618T210000
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SUMMARY:Sangerfest 2022
DESCRIPTION:Sangerfest (Singers Festival) is a gathering to perform and cultivate the love of Scandinavian music. \nSangerfest will be held June 16-18\, 2022 with a Grand Concert that is open to the public at Marriott Madison West Hotel (1313 John Q Hammonds Drive)  in Middleton\, Wisconsin on June 18th at 7:00 PM. \nTickets to the Grand Concert will be available at the door.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/sangerfest-2022/
LOCATION:Marriott Madison West Hotel\, 1313 John Q Hammonds Drive\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220620
DTSTAMP:20260416T034155
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SUMMARY:District 5 Sons of Norway Convention
DESCRIPTION:Idun Lodge in Madison is hosting the District 5 Convention. The dates are June 15-19\, 2022.\nWednesday is for those attending classes\,\nThursday will begin District Convention Committee work and other classes and workshops\, and\nFriday and Saturday – delegates are required to be there on . Sunday is only for D5 Board members (new members & retiring ones). \nThe convention will be held at the Madison Marriott West 1313 John Q Hammons Dr. Middleton\, WI 53562. \nTo register or learn more about the convention\, visit the website: District 5 convention
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/district-5-sons-of-norway-convention/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220611T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220611T140000
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SUMMARY:Naeseth Library Open 9 AM to 2 PM
DESCRIPTION:NAGC’s Naeseth Library is open the second Saturday of each month. \nResearchers will be available to assist members and guests. We suggest you make an appointment to assure someone is available to help you. You can call 608-255-2224 (Ext. 126) or send an email to: genealogy@nagcnl.org
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/naeseth-library-open-9-am-to-2-pm-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220514T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220514T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T034155
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SUMMARY:Naeseth Library Open 9 AM to 2 PM
DESCRIPTION:NAGC’s Naeseth Library is open the second Saturday of each month. \nResearchers will be available to assist members and guests. We suggest you make an appointment to assure someone is available to help you. You can call 608-255-2224 (Ext. 126) or send an email to: genealogy@nagcnl.org
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/naeseth-library-open-9-am-to-2-pm-3/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220516
DTSTAMP:20260416T034155
CREATED:20220212T162625Z
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UID:6456-1652400000-1652659199@www.nagcnl.org
SUMMARY:Syttende Mai Festival in Stoughton\, Wisconsin
DESCRIPTION:May 13-15\, 2022 \nNAGC will have a booth on Main Street for the 2022 Syttende Mai Festival in Stoughton\, Wisconsin. Stop by to visit with staff\, while enjoying the festival. \nFor more information about weekend events\, visit the Chamber of Commerce website: 2022 Stoughton Syttende Mai Festival
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/syttende-mai-festival-in-stoughton-wisconsin/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220409T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220409T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T034155
CREATED:20220212T194954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220212T194954Z
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SUMMARY:Naeseth Library Open 9 AM to 2 PM
DESCRIPTION:NAGC’s Naeseth Library is open the second Saturday of each month. \nResearchers will be available to assist members and guests. We suggest you make an appointment to assure someone is available to help you. You can call 608-255-2224 (Ext. 126) or send an email to: genealogy@nagcnl.org
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/naeseth-library-open-9-am-to-2-pm-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220312T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T034155
CREATED:20220212T194854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220212T194854Z
UID:6470-1647075600-1647093600@www.nagcnl.org
SUMMARY:Naeseth Library Open 9 AM to 2 PM
DESCRIPTION:NAGC’s Naeseth Library is open the second Saturday of each month. \nResearchers will be available to assist members and guests. We suggest you make an appointment to assure someone is available to help you. You can call 608-255-2224 (Ext. 126) or send an email to: genealogy@nagcnl.org
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/naeseth-library-open-9-am-to-2-pm/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220308T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220308T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T034155
CREATED:20220223T230744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220223T230744Z
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SUMMARY:Rock County Genealogical Society-Free Zoom Meeting "Navigating Norwegian Geography To Advance Your Family Research"
DESCRIPTION:RCGS invites you to attend their free Zoom meeting: \nNAVIGATING NORWEGIAN GEOGRAPHY TO ADVANCE YOUR FAMILY RESEARCH \nDATE: Tuesday\, March 8\, 2022 at 6:30 PM (CST) \nThe Zoom link and handout below allow participation from your home PC\, Mac or smartphone. \nClick on the link below on March 8th\, 2022 at 6:30 PM \n\nProgram Title:  NAVIGATING NORWEGIAN GEOGRAPHY TO ADVANCE YOUR FAMILY RESEARCH\nZoom Link:       https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84698017158\nPassword:        No password required; access granted from waiting room\n\nHandout:          Click here to download handout
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/rock-county-genealogical-society-free-zoom-meeting-navigating-norwegian-geography-to-advance-your-family-research/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220302T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220304T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T034155
CREATED:20220107T220729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220107T220729Z
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SUMMARY:EXPLORING THE NORWEGIAN DIGITAL ARCHIVES
DESCRIPTION:March 2\, 3 & 4\, 2022– 10:00 a.m.-noon\, $100 member/$150 non-member (online) \nThis class explores the wide variety of records and resources available in the Norwegian Digital Archives and how to find them. \nALL CLASSES BEGIN CENTRAL TIME \nRegister online in our E-Store Class Registration or call us at 608-255-2224. \nContact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the classes.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/exploring-the-norwegian-digital-archives/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220226T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220226T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T034155
CREATED:20220107T225125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220107T225125Z
UID:6358-1645866000-1645887600@www.nagcnl.org
SUMMARY:Basics of DNA & Genealogy WEBINAR - Saturday\, February 26\, 2022
DESCRIPTION:Explore your family history and learn the basics of genealogy research with this engaging workshop hosted by the Wisconsin State Historical Society. With the rise of services such as AncestryDNA and 23andMe\, DNA has become one of the most popular genealogy tools\, but interpreting results is not always easy. \nPresenter Dana Kelly will help you navigate this data and provide information about the key aspects of using DNA results to find more about your family history. \nTopics covered: \nIntroduction to the World of Genetic Genealogy \nEthnicity Estimates: Why is mine wrong and does it matter? \nUsing Cousin Matching to confirm your research and find new ancestors. \nEthics\, Privacy and DNA \nWebinar Cost: $40.00 \nDate: Saturday\, February 26\, 2022 (9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Central time (includes a 15 minute break between lectures and a 30 minute lunch break) \nRegistration Deadline: 12:00 PM Thursday\, Feb. 24\, 2022 \nRegister for the Webinar Here \nFor more information\, contact Lori Bessler (Wisconsin Historical Society): Lori.Bessler@wisconsinhistory.org or call 608-264-6519 \n 
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/basics-of-dna-genealogy-webinar-saturday-february-26-2022/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220218T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T034155
CREATED:20220107T220434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220107T220434Z
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SUMMARY:USING NORWEGIAN FARM BOOKS (BYGDEBØKER)
DESCRIPTION:February 18\, 2022– 10:00 a.m.-noon\, $40 member/$50 non-member (online) \nThis class expands on the introductory class by exploring using Norwegian Farm History Books (bygdebøker) for clues for your genealogical research. \nALL CLASSES BEGIN CENTRAL TIME \nRegister online in our E-Store Class Registration or call us at 608-255-2224. \nContact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the classes.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/using-norwegian-farm-books-bygdeboker/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T034155
CREATED:20220107T220039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220107T220039Z
UID:6345-1644400800-1644580800@www.nagcnl.org
SUMMARY:INTRODUCTION TO NORWEGIAN GENEALOGY
DESCRIPTION:February 9 and 11\, 2022—10:00 a.m.-noon\, $100 member/$150 non-member (online) \nThis class is for those who are familiar with genealogy basics but haven’t dug into Norwegian genealogical research yet. The class will focus on Norwegian naming traditions\, history and geography\, along with strategies for reading old handwriting and finding where in Norway your ancestor may have originated. This class also includes a copy of our “Research Guide for Norwegian Genealogy: For Beginning and Experienced Genealogists.” \nALL CLASSES BEGIN CENTRAL TIME \nRegister online in our E-Store Class Registration or call us at 608-255-2224. \nContact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the classes.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/introduction-to-norwegian-genealogy/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220208T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220208T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T034155
CREATED:20220124T163129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220124T163129Z
UID:6400-1644345000-1644348600@www.nagcnl.org
SUMMARY:Rock County (WI) Genealogical Society-Free Zoom Webinar: Finding the Genealogy of a House and Those That Lived in it
DESCRIPTION:Finding the Genealogy of a House and Those That Lived in it \nThe Rock County Genealogical Society offers a free Zoom program to be held Tuesday\, February 8\, 2022 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CST\, viewable on a PC\, Mac\, tablet or smartphone. For the Zoom link and to download the program handout\, see the RCGS home page at: www.rcgswi.org and click on Upcoming Speakers and Events. \n  \nThis presentation will explain how to use genealogy techniques of searching for house architectural clues\, local history\, legal documents\, maps\, and family stories\, to learn more about a building and all of its historical occupants. \n  \nPresenter\, Vicki Ruthe Hahn is the founder of the IL-WI State Line Genealogical Club\, LLC and regularly presents programs to regional libraries\, genealogical and historical societies.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/rock-county-wi-genealogical-society-free-zoom-webinar-finding-the-genealogy-of-a-house-and-those-that-lived-in-it/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220204T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T034155
CREATED:20220107T215512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220107T215512Z
UID:6341-1643968800-1643976000@www.nagcnl.org
SUMMARY:GENEALOGY BASICS
DESCRIPTION:February 4\, 2022– 10:00 a.m. – noon\, $40 (online) \nThis class is designed for those who are just dipping their toes into genealogy research. Class topics will include genealogy best practices\, using websites such as FamilySearch.org and Ancestry.com\, and resources available from historical societies and genealogical societies. This class is not specific to those with Norwegian heritage\, and we welcome NAGC members and non-members. \nALL CLASSES BEGIN CENTRAL TIME \nRegister online in our E-Store Class Registration or call us at 608-255-2224. \nContact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the classes.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/genealogy-basics-2/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211120T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T034155
CREATED:20211006T165850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211006T165850Z
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SUMMARY:Free Zoom Meeting: Ann Gesme talks about “Norwegian Emigration: Between Rocks and Hard Places”
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free Zoom meeting with Ann Urness Gesme as she shares her research detailing customs and conditions in the lives of rural Norwegians as they began to consider emigration in the 1800’s. \nDATE: Saturday\, November 20\, 2021 \nTIME: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM \nClick here to register  and simply ADD TO CART to register for this free zoom meeting.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/free-zoom-meeting-ann-gesme-talks-about-norwegian-emigration-between-rocks-and-hard-places/
CATEGORIES:Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211106T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211106T093000
DTSTAMP:20260416T034155
CREATED:20210702T211232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210702T211232Z
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SUMMARY:NAGC..IN PERSON and ONLINE!!  Exploring the Norwegian Digital Archives
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, November 6\, 2021 \nClass begins at 9:30 AM (Central) \nIN PERSON: $90/NAGC member    $140/Non-Member \nONLINE: $80/NAGC member   $130/Non-Member \nThis class explores the wide variety of records and resources available in the Norwegian Digital Archives and how to find them. \n*IN PERSON participants are encouraged to bring a laptop. Lunch is included for in person attendees. \n**The class will also be available ONLINE at the same time for those who cannot attend in Madison. \nRegister online in our E-Store or call us at 608-255-2224. Contact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the classes.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/in-person-and-online-exploring-the-norwegian-digital-archives/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211030T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211030T090000
DTSTAMP:20260416T034155
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UID:5598-1635584400-1635584400@www.nagcnl.org
SUMMARY:NAGC..IN PERSON Intermediate Norwegian Genealogy
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, October 30\, 2021 \nClass begins at 9:00 AM (Central) \n$100/NAGC member    $150/Non-Member \nThis IN PERSON class expands on the introductory class by exploring using bygdebøker for research\, introducing the Norwegian Digital Archives Website\, and strategies for reading old handwriting. Lunch is included. \nRegister online in our E-Store or call us at 608-255-2224. Contact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the classes.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/in-person-intermediate-norwegian-genealogy/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211020T100000
DTSTAMP:20260416T034155
CREATED:20210702T210623Z
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UID:5596-1634724000-1634724000@www.nagcnl.org
SUMMARY:NAGC..ONLINE Introduction to Norwegian Genealogy
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, October 20\, 2021 \nClass begins at 10:00 AM (Central) \n$100/NAGC member    $150/Non-Member \nThis ONLINE class is for those who are familiar with genealogy basics but haven’t dug into Norwegian genealogical research yet. The class will focus on Norwegian naming traditions\, history and geography\, along with strategies for locating where in Norway your ancestors originated. This class also includes a copy of our “Research Guide for Norwegian Genealogy: For Beginning and Experienced Genealogists.” \nRegister online in our E-Store or call us at 608-255-2224. Contact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the classes.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/online-introduction-to-norwegian-genealogy/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211017T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211017T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T034155
CREATED:20190221T215443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190221T215443Z
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SUMMARY:2021 Madison-area Friends' Dinner
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE! Details will be announced as available.\nSunday\, October 17\, 2021 \nLocation: Blackhawk Country Club\, 3606 Blackhawk Drive\, Madison 53705\, (608) 231-2454 \nInvitations will be sent to NAGC members in Wisconsin\, Illinois\, Minnesota and Iowa. Members from other states or non-members that wish to attend need to contact NAGC (genealogy@nagcnl.org or call 608-255-2224) to request an invitation be mailed to them. \n 
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/2019-madison-area-friends-dinner/
LOCATION:Blackhawk Country Club\, 3606 Blackhawk Drive\, Madison\, WI\, 53705\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210923T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210923T100000
DTSTAMP:20260416T034155
CREATED:20210702T210434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210702T210434Z
UID:5594-1632391200-1632391200@www.nagcnl.org
SUMMARY:NAGC..ONLINE Genealogy Basics
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, September 23\, 2021 \nClass begins at 10:00 AM (Central) \n$40 \nThis ONLINE class is designed for those who are just dipping their toes into genealogy research. Class topics will include genealogy best practices\, using websites such as FamilySearch.org and Ancestry.com\, and resources available from historical societies and genealogical societies. This class is not specific to those with Norwegian heritage\, and we welcome NAGC members and non-members. \nRegister online in our E-Store or call us at 608-255-2224. Contact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the classes.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/online-genealogy-basics/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210919
DTSTAMP:20260416T034155
CREATED:20210709T213601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210709T213601Z
UID:5614-1631664000-1632009599@www.nagcnl.org
SUMMARY:Solørlag & Romerikslaget Joint Stevne
DESCRIPTION:September 15-18\, 2021 \nThe joint stevne will be at the Best Western Plus Conference Center in New Ulm\, Minnesota. Stevne highlights include a Thursday bus tour to the historic Norwegian community of Hanska; presentations on Sharing your Family Stories\, Life in Norway\, The History of New Ulm\, Norwegian Women’s Suffrage\, The Geology of Brown County\, Westward Voyage with the Vikings and The Histories of the Richard Twenty Farm. \nFor more information: \nSOLØRLAG: Contact Kathy Johnson (kjohnson44@ameritech.net or call 608-238-1785) \nROMERIKSLAGET: Contact Mary Gross (maryfrancesgross@gmail.com or call 507-640-1417)
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/solorlag-romerikslaget-joint-stevne/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T143000
DTSTAMP:20260416T034155
CREATED:20210226T223211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T223211Z
UID:5290-1631613600-1631629800@www.nagcnl.org
SUMMARY:NAGC..ONLINE Sharing Your Family History
DESCRIPTION:Date: September 14\, 2021 \nTime: 10:00 a.m.-2:30 Central \nCost: $80 member/$100 non-member \nThis class focuses on several ways to share family history. Topics covered will include writing and publishing\, social media\, and ideas for engaging younger generations. \nRegister online in our E-Store or call us at 608-255-2224. Contact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the classes.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/nagc-online-sharing-your-family-history/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210821T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210821T163000
DTSTAMP:20260416T034155
CREATED:20210505T210311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210505T210311Z
UID:5504-1629540000-1629563400@www.nagcnl.org
SUMMARY:Crow Wing Viking Festival - Brainerd\, Minnesota
DESCRIPTION:The family-friendly Viking Festival features Viking-age crafts\, costumes\, weapons\, mock battles\, music\, and games.  The event strives to be authentic to the Viking age with the slogan\, “Real Vikings. No Horns.”  The popular conception of horned helmets originated with artists and an opera costume designer during the 19th century.  Festival-goers will be able to see and try on replicas of actual Viking helmets.\nThe Crow Wing Viking Festival is family friendly!  Admission is capped at $35 for a family.  Battle reenactments are historically realistic but still appropriate for all. \nFor more information\, visit the website: Crow Wing Viking Festival 2021
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/crow-wing-viking-festival-brainerd-minnesota/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210821T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210821T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T034155
CREATED:20210226T223026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T223026Z
UID:5288-1629540000-1629558000@www.nagcnl.org
SUMMARY:NAGC..IN PERSON Intermediate Genealogy
DESCRIPTION:Date: August 21\, 2021 \nTime: 10:00-3:00 Central \nCost: $90 member/$115 non-member \nThis class was created for those who have already gotten a start on their Norwegian research but would like to dig deeper.  This one-day session will focus on Norwegian census research\, using DNA results\, bygdebøker\, and digging deeper into online resources. There will be time after class concludes to research in the Naeseth Library if participants wish. Lunch will be provided. \nRegister online in our E-Store or call us at 608-255-2224. Contact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the classes.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/nagc-in-person-intermediate-genealogy/
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