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SUMMARY:ONLINE NORWEGIAN LANGUAGE - Beginning
DESCRIPTION:Fridays May 8 – June 26\, 2026 9:00 AM- 10:00 AM Central\, $150 member/$175 non-member (ONLINE) \nVelkommen! Get to know fundamental basics to beginning your Norwegian language learning journey. Learn proper pronunciation and basic sentence structure\, plus useful and applicable Norwegian phrases. Build confidence reading\, writing and speaking Norsk! Eight week Zoom format course\, with access to class recordings and instructor feedback. Engage your brain and have fun doing it! \n  \nInstructor: Johanne Grinde \nContact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the classes. \nClasses will be held online starting at 9 AM each Friday. Classes will be recorded and sent to students weekly. Class size will be limited to fifteen participants to maximize conversation. \nThis class is online and available for anyone.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/online-norwegian-language-beginning/
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SUMMARY:CONTINUING NORWEGIAN LANGUAGE (In-Person) - Afternoon
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays from May 7 – June 25\, 2026 – 1:30PM – 3:30PM Central\, $150 member/$175 non-member (in-person) \nThis continuing Norwegian language class builds on the fundamentals taught in our beginning Norwegian class. This is only open to those who have previously taken beginning Norwegian language at NAGC. If you’re interested in that class please sign up here. \nCoffee and social time will begin at 1:30\, class will follow at 2:00. Class size will be limited to ten participants to maximize conversation. \nFree off-street parking is available onsite. \nInstructor: Marcia Lund \nContact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the classes.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/continuing-norwegian-language-in-person-afternoon/
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SUMMARY:CONTINUING NORWEGIAN LANGUAGE (In-Person) - Morning
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays from May 7 – June 25\, 2026 – 9:00 AM-11:00 AM Central\, $150 member/$175 non-member (in-person) \nThis continuing Norwegian language class builds on the fundamentals taught in our beginning Norwegian class. This is only open to those who have previously taken beginning Norwegian language at NAGC. If you’re interested in that class please sign up here. \nCoffee and social time will begin at 9:00\, class will follow at 9:30. Class size will be limited to ten participants to maximize conversation. NAGC doors opens at 9:00 and will not be open before that. \nFree off-street parking is available onsite. \nInstructor: Marcia Lund \nContact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the classes.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/continuing-norwegian-language-in-person-morning/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T153000
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SUMMARY:BEGINNING NORWEGIAN LANGUAGE (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays from May 6 – June 24\, 2026 – 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM Central\, $150 member/$175 non-member (in-person) \nAre you interested in traveling to Norway one day? Do you have family or friends you wish to connect with using the Norwegian language? \nIf so\, NAGC is here to help you with your journey to speaking Norwegian! We are offering an eight-week class for beginning Norwegian. During the class\, you will learn the basics of the language\, including grammar and vocabulary. All class materials will be provided and are included. \nCoffee and social time will begin at 1:30\, class will follow at 2:00. Class size will be limited to ten participants to maximize conversation. \nFree off-street parking is available onsite. \nInstructor: Marcia Lund \nContact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the classes.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/beginning-norwegian-language-in-person-may-2026/
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SUMMARY:Telling the Family Story Workshop - Online
DESCRIPTION:Many of us get interested in genealogy because we are interested in how our family came to be. We want to be able to tell that family story to better understand where we come from and who we are. In this workshop\, we will consider best practices for telling or writing your family story. How can you translate genealogical research into a narrative? How do you pick the most important details to share? How can you make your stories interesting and exciting for your chosen audience or readers?Bring your ideas\, questions\, and even stories-in-progress\,  and we’ll discuss how to start shaping them into a cohesive story arc. \nWhen: Tuesday\, April 28. 10:00am-11:30pm. This workshop will be 90-minutes long. \nWhere: Online through Zoom \nInstructor: Chrissy Widmayer \nCost: $10 member/$15 non-member \nThis workshop is made possible thanks to a partnership between the Center for the Study of Upper Midwestern Cultures at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Wisconsin Humanities’ Community Powered initiative\, which works to build resilience in communities using the tools of history\, culture\, and storytelling. \nPLEASE NOTE – This workshop will not be recorded. \nALL CLASSES BEGIN CENTRAL TIME \nLink for the Zoom meeting will be emailed closer to the start of class. \nContact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the class. \n  \nChrissy Widmayer is a scholar of community connections. She has a PhD in Folklore Studies from the University of Wisconsin-Madison\, and an MFA in Creative Writing from George Mason University. Her dissertation research explored how communities create connections and relationships using foodways and storytelling. Her postdoctoral research builds on the work she’s done as the director of Wisconsin Humanities’ award-winning Community Powered initiative\, which puts the tools of history\, culture\, and storytelling in the hands of communities through training and educational programming. Chrissy hopes to help Nordic American communities in the Upper Midwest build capacity to collect their own folklore and produce dynamic public programming around those traditions. Chrissy is also a co-founder of WiseFolk Productions and content creator for Folkwise.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/telling-the-family-story-workshop-online/
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SUMMARY:Oral History & Interviewing Workshop - Online
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wanted to record your family’s stories or learn more about historic events from people who have lived them? In this workshop\, you will learn the full process of how to conduct an oral history interview\, including how to identify interviewees and ask them to participate\, how to write and ask good interview questions\, how to use technology you have on hand to record an interview\, and how to process the interview materials after the interview is complete. We will also address ethical considerations when recording other people’s stories\, and how you might be able to share those stories publicly (with permission) in various formats. \nWhen: Tuesday\, April 21 & Thursday\, April 23. 10:00am-12:00pm. This workshop will take place in two 2-hour sessions online. \nWhere: Online through Zoom \nInstructor: Chrissy Widmayer \nCost: $10 member/$15 non-member \nThis workshop is made possible thanks to a partnership between the Center for the Study of Upper Midwestern Cultures at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Wisconsin Humanities’ Community Powered initiative\, which works to build resilience in communities using the tools of history\, culture\, and storytelling. \nPLEASE NOTE – This workshop will not be recorded. \nALL CLASSES BEGIN CENTRAL TIME \nLink for the Zoom meeting will be emailed closer to the start of class. \nContact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the class. \n  \nChrissy Widmayer is a scholar of community connections. She has a PhD in Folklore Studies from the University of Wisconsin-Madison\, and an MFA in Creative Writing from George Mason University. Her dissertation research explored how communities create connections and relationships using foodways and storytelling. Her postdoctoral research builds on the work she’s done as the director of Wisconsin Humanities’ award-winning Community Powered initiative\, which puts the tools of history\, culture\, and storytelling in the hands of communities through training and educational programming. Chrissy hopes to help Nordic American communities in the Upper Midwest build capacity to collect their own folklore and produce dynamic public programming around those traditions. Chrissy is also a co-founder of WiseFolk Productions and content creator for Folkwise.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/oral-history-interviewing-workshop-online/
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SUMMARY:Using Norwegian Farm Books (Bygdebøker) and Other Published Sources – Online
DESCRIPTION:Using Norwegian Farm Books (Bygdebøker) and Other Published Sources– Online \nTuesday March 31 &  Thursday April 2\, 2026 – 10:00 a.m. – noon Central\, $100 member/$150 non-member \nThis class expands on the introductory classes by exploring the use of Norwegian Farm History Books (bygdebøker)\, newspapers\, published family histories\, and other materials to provide more context for your family history research. This class is two days with different material presented each day. \nALL CLASSES BEGIN CENTRAL TIME \nLink for the Zoom meeting will be emailed closer to the start of class. These classes will be recorded and sent to all participants. \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-and-other-published-sources-winter-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T120000
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SUMMARY:Exploring the Norwegian Digital Archives - Online
DESCRIPTION:Exploring the Norwegian Digital Archives – Online \nTuesday March 24 & Thursday March 26\, 2026 – 10:00 a.m.-noon Central\, $100 member/$150 non-member \nThis is a two-day class that explores the wide variety of records and resources available in the Norwegian Digital Archives and how to find them. \nALL CLASSES BEGIN CENTRAL TIME \nLink for the Zoom meeting will be emailed closer to the start of class. \nContact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the class.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/exploring-the-norwegian-digital-archives-online-winter-2026/
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Norwegian Genealogy - Online
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Norwegian Genealogy – Online \nTuesday March 17 & Thursday March 19\, 2026 (10:00 AM to Noon Central)  $100/NAGC member/ $150 non-member \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.” \nThis class is two days with different material presented each day. \nALL CLASSES BEGIN CENTRAL TIME \nLink for the Zoom meeting will be emailed closer to the start of class. These classes will be recorded and sent to all participants. \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-online-winter-2026/
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SUMMARY:CONTINUING NORWEGIAN LANGUAGE (In-Person) - Afternoon
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays from March 5 – April 23\, 2026 – 1:30PM – 3:30PM Central\, $150 member/$175 non-member (in-person) \nThis continuing Norwegian language class builds on the fundamentals taught in our beginning Norwegian class. This is only open to those who have previously taken beginning Norwegian language at NAGC. If you’re interested in that class please sign up here. \nCoffee and social time will begin at 1:30\, class will follow at 2:00. Class size will be limited to ten participants to maximize conversation. \nFree off-street parking is available onsite. \nInstructor: Marcia Lund \nContact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the classes.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/continuing-norwegian-in-person-afternoon/
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SUMMARY:CONTINUING NORWEGIAN LANGUAGE (In-Person) - Morning
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays from March 5 – April 23\, 2026 – 9:00 AM-11:00 AM Central\, $150 member/$175 non-member (in-person) \nThis continuing Norwegian language class builds on the fundamentals taught in our beginning Norwegian class. This is only open to those who have previously taken beginning Norwegian language at NAGC. If you’re interested in that class please sign up here. \nCoffee and social time will begin at 9:00\, class will follow at 9:30. Class size will be limited to ten participants to maximize conversation. NAGC doors opens at 9:00 and will not be open before that. \nFree off-street parking is available onsite. \nInstructor: Marcia Lund \nContact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the classes.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/continuing-norwegian-in-person-morning/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T153000
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SUMMARY:BEGINNING NORWEGIAN LANGUAGE (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays from March 4 – April 22\, 2026 – 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM Central\, $150 member/$175 non-member (in-person) \nAre you interested in traveling to Norway one day? Do you have family or friends you wish to connect with using the Norwegian language? \nIf so\, NAGC is here to help you with your journey to speaking Norwegian! We are offering an eight-week class for beginning Norwegian. During the class\, you will learn the basics of the language\, including grammar and vocabulary. All class materials will be provided and are included. \nCoffee and social time will begin at 1:30\, class will follow at 2:00. Class size will be limited to ten participants to maximize conversation. \nFree off-street parking is available onsite. \nInstructor: Marcia Lund \nContact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the classes.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/beginning-norwegian-in-person-6/
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SUMMARY:Genealogy for Beginners - Online
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday March 3\, 2026 (10:00 AM Central) $25 NAGC member / $30 non-member \nAre you brand new to genealogical research? Join NAGC to learn the basics of how to get started on your family history research. Topics include a quick overview of online genealogy platforms\, genealogy software\, types of records\, and where to find records. We will also discuss important genealogy principles\, such as verifying information. \nThis class is for people of all ethnicities\, not just Norwegian. \nInstructor : Ally Grigg \nALL CLASSES BEGIN IN CENTRAL TIME \nLink for the Zoom meeting will be emailed closer to the start of class. These classes will be recorded and sent to all who purchase a ticket. \nContact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the classes. \n 
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/genealogy-for-beginners-online/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T110000
DTSTAMP:20260627T044106
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SUMMARY:Waldemar Ager: A Norwegian-American Story Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join NAGC and the Waldemar Ager House to learn about the life of Waldemar Ager\, a Norwegian-American author\, newspaper editor\, historian\, and political activist. His descendant\, Bill Ager\, will share information about Ager’s life and career. \nThis is a free\, member-exclusive event. Please RSVP to register and get the Zoom link \nWhen: Tuesday\, February 24\, 2026 at 10:00 AM Central \nWhere: Virtual on Zoom \nWilliam (Bill) Ager lives in Madison\, WI\, with his wife\, Marti\, and their family. He holds a degree in physics from UW–Madison and works in information technology. His interests include hiking\, genealogy\, technology\, and taking his dog Juneau to the dog park. Bill is the great-great-grandson of Waldemar Ager and serves on the board of directors of the Waldemar Ager Association in Eau Claire\, WI\, where he assists with the association’s website\, social media\, and membership engagement. https://agerhouse.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T110000
DTSTAMP:20260627T044106
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SUMMARY:Jumping for Joy: Ski Jumping\, Cultural Connections and Family History Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Did your Norwegian family attend ski jumping meets? In this presentation\, a story of a ski jumping ancestor leads to a rich tale of his connection to the sport. The discoveries help to deepen family ties to their Norwegian roots. We will also explore the history of ski jumping in the United States and talk about tips to find information on events that your family may have attended. \nPrice: $10 (members)/$15 (non-members) \nPlease call us at 608-255-2224 or email genealogy@nagcnl.org if you have any questions. You will receive a Zoom link with your receipt email upon purchase. \nTime: 10 am Central Time. The webinar will be recorded and sent to ticket holders after the event. \nPresented by Laura Kovarik \nLaura Kovarik has been involved in genealogy for more than thirty years. Her experience includes leadership\, educational\, and committee positions with societies at the international\, national\, state\, and local levels. Laura has been providing educational opportunities for genealogists for over twenty years. These range from local presentations to inclusion on the faculty at the Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy (SLIG).   She is a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists (APG)\, the National Genealogical Society\, Illinois State Genealogical Society (ISGS)\, the Norwegian American Genealogical Center & Naeseth Library (NAGCNL)\, and other local genealogical and historical societies. She currently serves on the Long-Range Planning Committee and the Membership Committee for APG. Laura has written several books and articles using material from her family archive. Her writing has appeared in Fox Tales\, The Quarterly and Norwegian Tracks. \nLaura works as a professional genealogist with focus on Illinois and Norwegian research\, newspapers\, and organizing family archives.  Laura has expanded her education through conferences\, institutes and workshops. Most recently\, she has earned certificates from  the Center for Collections Care at Beloit College for collection management\, policy\, and care.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/jumping-for-joy-ski-jumping-cultural-connections-and-family-history/
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SUMMARY:ONLINE NORWEGIAN LANGUAGE Continuing - Winter 2026 Session
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays February 3 – March 24\, 2026 – 2:30 – 3:30 PM Central\, $150 member/$175 non-member (ONLINE) \nThis Norwegian language class builds on the fundamentals taught in our beginning Norwegian class. This is for students who are interested in continuing to develop their skill after taking the first class or those who already have some Norwegian language skills. \nClasses will be held online starting at 2:30 PM each Tuesday. Classes will be recorded and sent to students each week. Class size will be limited to fifteen participants to maximize conversation. \nThis class is online and available for anyone. Each class will be recorded and the recordings will be made available after each session. \nInstructor: Johanne Grinde \nContact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the classes.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/online-norwegian-language-2-winter-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T140000
DTSTAMP:20260627T044106
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SUMMARY:ONLINE NORWEGIAN LANGUAGE Beginning- Winter 2026 Session
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays February 3 – March 24\, 2026 1:00 – 2:00 PM Central\, $150 member/$175 non-member (ONLINE) \nAre you interested in traveling to Norway one day? Do you have family or friends you wish to connect with using the Norwegian language? Do you live outside of Wisconsin and haven’t been able to take our in-person Beginning Norwegian class? \nIf so\, NAGC is here to help you with your journey to speaking Norwegian! We are offering this class for beginning Norwegian. During the class\, you will learn the basics of the language\, including grammar and vocabulary. \nClasses will be held online starting at 1 PM each Tuesday. Classes will be recorded and sent to students weekly. Class size will be limited to fifteen participants to maximize conversation. \nThis class is online and available for anyone. \nInstructor: Johanne Grinde \nContact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the classes.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/online-norwegian-language-beginning-winter-2026/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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LOCATION:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/online-norwegian-language-beginning-winter-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T113000
DTSTAMP:20260627T044106
CREATED:20250813T162217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T160509Z
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SUMMARY:The Bell in the Lake - Book Study
DESCRIPTION:NAGC’s big read in historical fiction for 2026 will be The Bell in the Lake by Lars Mytting. In Norwegian\, its SØSTERKLOKKENE.  \nOriginally published in Norwegian in 2018\, The Bell in the Lake has been recognized as worth reading by the 2025 St. Olaf Conference and Vesterheim. \nThe NAGC reading group is designed for those who spend the dark of winter in Wisconsin. We will meet in-person and get re-energized. The meetings will be mostly discussion with a balance between talking about our own personal histories and talking about the novel. The group will be limited to 10 members to allow time for everyone to share their perspective on the book. \nMeeting dates: Tuesday 2/3/2026 and Tuesday 2/10/2026\, 9:30 am – 11:30 am \nSnow date: Tuesday 2/17/2026\, in case one of the sessions needs to be cancelled \nCost: $30 for NAGC members; $50 for non-members (includes a paperback copy of The Bell in the Lake\, a $13.50 value. NAGC does not sell this book separately\, it is included as part of the book study.) \nIf you prefer not to buy the book from NAGC\, please select the “Book Not Included” ticket option. You may be able to find the book elsewhere. If you are a member\, please log into your account to get your member discount. \nParking: Free off-street parking behind the NAGC building. \nFacilitator: Martha Frey is a family historian with ties to Voss\, Norway. \nRegistration deadline: Friday\, January 9\, 2026
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/the-bell-in-the-lake-book-study/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260123T110000
DTSTAMP:20260627T044106
CREATED:20251103T163206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T152147Z
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SUMMARY:FamilySearch Library Research Trip Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in joining NAGC in Salt Lake City to research your family history at the FamilySearch Library? \nJoin us on Friday January 23\, 2026\, at 10:00 AM Central for an informational Zoom session. Executive Director Dana Kelly and Senior Researcher Chris Klauer will be on hand to give more details on the trip and answer any questions. \nLink to the Zoom is here. \nPlease contact us at 608-255-2224 or genealogy@nagcnl.org for more information. More information on the trip is available on our events page here.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/familysearch-library-research-trip-information-session-2026/
CATEGORIES:Events
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LOCATION:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/familysearch-library-research-trip-information-session-2026/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260109T110000
DTSTAMP:20260627T044106
CREATED:20251212T145448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T213157Z
UID:14454-1767952800-1767956400@www.nagcnl.org
SUMMARY:2026 Tour of Norway Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in joining NAGC on our 2026 tour of Norway. Join NAGC’s own Dana Kelly and Arthur Ness as they share information about the tour we lead in 2025 and answer questions about our spring 2026 tour. \nWhen: January 9th\, 2026 at 10:00 am Central \nYou will receive a Zoom link with your RSVP \nThis is a free event
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/2026-tour-of-norway-information-session/
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LOCATION:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/2026-tour-of-norway-information-session/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260108T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260108T153000
DTSTAMP:20260627T044106
CREATED:20251021T192205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T192205Z
UID:14214-1767879000-1767886200@www.nagcnl.org
SUMMARY:CONTINUING NORWEGIAN (In-Person) Winter 2026 Session - Afternoon
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays from January 8 – February 26\, 2026 – 1:30 PM- 3:30 PM\, $150 member/$175 non-member (in-person) \nThis continuing Norwegian language class builds on the fundamentals taught in our beginning Norwegian class. This is only open to those who have previously taken beginning Norwegian language at NAGC. If you’re interested in that class please sign up here. \nCoffee and social time will begin at 1:30\, class will follow at 2:00. Class size will be limited to ten participants to maximize conversation. \nFree off-street parking is available onsite. \nInstructor: Marcia Lund \nContact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the classes.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/continuing-norwegian-in-person-winter-2026-session-afternoon/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260108T110000
DTSTAMP:20260627T044106
CREATED:20251021T192450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T162438Z
UID:14216-1767862800-1767870000@www.nagcnl.org
SUMMARY:CONTINUING NORWEGIAN (In-Person) Winter 2026 Session - Morning
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays from January 8 – February 26\, 2026 – 9:00 AM-11:00 AM Central\, $150 member/$175 non-member (in-person) \nThis continuing Norwegian language class builds on the fundamentals taught in our beginning Norwegian class. This is only open to those who have previously taken beginning Norwegian language at NAGC. If you’re interested in that class please sign up here. \nCoffee and social time will begin at 9:00\, class will follow at 9:30. Class size will be limited to ten participants to maximize conversation. NAGC doors opens at 9:00 and will not be open before that. \nFree off-street parking is available onsite. \nInstructor: Marcia Lund \nContact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the classes.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/continuing-norwegian-in-person-winter-session-morning/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260107T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260107T110000
DTSTAMP:20260627T044106
CREATED:20251021T191626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T192649Z
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SUMMARY:BEGINNING NORWEGIAN (In-Person) Winter 2026 Session
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays from January 7 – February 25\, 2026 – 9:00 AM-11:00 AM Central\, $150 member/$175 non-member (in-person) \nAre you interested in traveling to Norway one day? Do you have family or friends you wish to connect with using the Norwegian language? \nIf so\, NAGC is here to help you with your journey to speaking Norwegian! We are offering an eight-week class for beginning Norwegian. During the class\, you will learn the basics of the language\, including grammar and vocabulary. All class materials will be provided and are included. \nCoffee and social time will begin at 9:00\, class will follow at 9:30. Class size will be limited to ten participants to maximize conversation. NAGC doors opens at 9:00 and will not be open before that. \nFree off-street parking is available onsite. \nInstructor: Marcia Lund \nContact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the classes.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/beginning-norwegian-in-person-winter-2026-session/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260627T044106
CREATED:20250730T151340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T151754Z
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SUMMARY:Using Norwegian Farm Books (Bygdebøker) and Other Published Sources – Online
DESCRIPTION:Using Norwegian Farm Books (Bygdebøker) and Other Published Sources– Online \nNovember 18 & 20\, 2025– 10:00 a.m. – Noon Central\, $100 member/$150 non-member \nThis class expands on the introductory classes by exploring the use of Norwegian Farm History Books (bygdebøker)\, newspapers\, published family histories\, and other materials to provide more context for your family history research. This class is two days with different material presented each day. \nALL CLASSES BEGIN CENTRAL TIME \nLink for the Zoom meeting will be emailed closer to the start of class. These classes will be recorded and sent to all participants. \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-and-other-published-sources-online-fall-2025/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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LOCATION:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/using-norwegian-farm-books-bygdeboker-and-other-published-sources-online-fall-2025/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T110000
DTSTAMP:20260627T044106
CREATED:20250815T202812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T161814Z
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SUMMARY:Traditional Norwegian Farmhouse Brewing Webinar
DESCRIPTION:How did the Norwegians brew beer in the old country? What did it taste like? What happened to their brewing tradition when the immigrants arrived in North America?  If these questions have captured your interest\, join NAGC for a webinar to discover the answers. This lecture will begin with an overview of traditional brewing in Norway\, and then follow the Norwegians and their ale bowls to their new homes in the Upper Midwest. Along the way\, we will learn how climate\, region\, economics\, technology\, traditional knowledge transfer\, and social norms all interact to yield a remarkable range of beers. \nAmanda Thorstad hails from the edges of the Koshkonong Prairie settlement in Wisconsin\, from a family that is deeply immersed in its Norwegian heritage. She grew up with stories of her Norwegian ancestors\, and made her way to St. Olaf College as a music major. Amanda initially learned how to brew beer from her dad\, and then expanded her skill through books and experimentation\, as well as attending brewing classes and festivals in western Norway. She is especially interested in beer’s long history as a hyper-local agricultural product. Amanda’s ancestral roots inform her study of traditional Norwegian brewing. Accordingly\, much of her research focuses on the brewing traditions from Voss\, Sogn & Fjordane\, and Southern Wisconsin. \nPrice: $10 (members)/$15 (non-members) \nPlease call us at 608-255-2224 or email genealogy@nagcnl.org if you have any questions. You will receive a Zoom link with your receipt email upon purchase. \nTime: 10 am Central Time. The webinar will be recorded and sent to ticket holders after the event.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/traditional-norwegian-farmhouse-brewing-webinar/
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LOCATION:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/traditional-norwegian-farmhouse-brewing-webinar/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260627T044106
CREATED:20250730T151258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T200507Z
UID:12492-1762855200-1762862400@www.nagcnl.org
SUMMARY:Exploring the Norwegian Digital Archives - Online
DESCRIPTION:Exploring the Norwegian Digital Archives – Online \nNovember 11 & 13 – 10:00 a.m.-noon Central\, $100 member/$150 non-member \nThis is a two-day class that explores the wide variety of records and resources available in the Norwegian Digital Archives and how to find them. \nALL CLASSES BEGIN CENTRAL TIME \nLink for the Zoom meeting will be emailed closer to the start of class. These classes will be recorded and sent to all participants. \nContact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the class.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/exploring-the-norwegian-digital-archives-online-fall-2025/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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LOCATION:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/exploring-the-norwegian-digital-archives-online-fall-2025/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251104T120000
DTSTAMP:20260627T044106
CREATED:20250730T150609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T151819Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Norwegian Genealogy - Online
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Norwegian Genealogy – Online \nNovember 4 & 6\, 2025 (10:00 AM to Noon Central)  $100/NAGC member/ $150 non-member \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.” This class is two days with different material presented each day. \nALL CLASSES BEGIN CENTRAL TIME \nLink for the Zoom meeting will be emailed closer to the start of class. These classes will be recorded and sent to all participants. \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-online-fall-2025/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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LOCATION:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/introduction-to-norwegian-genealogy-online-fall-2025/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T120000
DTSTAMP:20260627T044106
CREATED:20250909T161741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T180928Z
UID:13986-1758538800-1758542400@www.nagcnl.org
SUMMARY:ONLINE NORWEGIAN LANGUAGE 1 - Fall 2025 Session
DESCRIPTION:Mondays from September 22 – November 24 – 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Central\, $150 member/$175 non-member (ONLINE) \nAre you interested in traveling to Norway one day? Do you have family or friends you wish to connect with using the Norwegian language? Do you live outside of Wisconsin and haven’t been able to take our in-person Beginning Norwegian class? \nIf so\, NAGC is here to help you with your journey to speaking Norwegian! We are offering a ten-week class for beginning Norwegian. During the class\, you will learn the basics of the language\, including grammar and vocabulary. \nClasses will be held online starting at 11 AM each Monday. Class size will be limited to fifteen participants to maximize conversation. \nThis class is online and available for anyone. \nInstructor: Johanne Grinde \nContact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the classes.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/beginning-norwegian-online-fall-2025-session/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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LOCATION:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/beginning-norwegian-online-fall-2025-session/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T103000
DTSTAMP:20260627T044106
CREATED:20250909T165611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T181005Z
UID:13998-1758533400-1758537000@www.nagcnl.org
SUMMARY:ONLINE NORWEGIAN LANGUAGE 2 - Fall 2025 Session
DESCRIPTION:Mondays from September 22 – November 24 – 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM Central\, $150 member/$175 non-member (ONLINE) \nThis Norwegian language class builds on the fundamentals taught in our beginning Norwegian class. This is for students who are interested in continuing to develop their skill after taking the first class or those who already have some Norwegian language skills. \nClasses will be held online starting at 9:30 AM each Monday. Class size will be limited to fifteen participants to maximize conversation. \nThis class is online and available for anyone. Each class will be recorded and the recordings will be made available after each session. \nInstructor: Johanne Grinde \nContact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the classes.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/online-norwegian-language-2-fall-2025-session/
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LOCATION:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/online-norwegian-language-2-fall-2025-session/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T153000
DTSTAMP:20260627T044106
CREATED:20250703T142438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T153245Z
UID:13644-1758202200-1758209400@www.nagcnl.org
SUMMARY:CONTINUING NORWEGIAN (In-Person) Fall 2025 Session - Afternoon
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays from September 18 – November 20\, 2025 – 1:30 PM- 3:30 PM\, $150 member/$175 non-member (in-person) \nThis continuing Norwegian language class builds on the fundamentals taught in our beginning Norwegian class. This is only open to those who have previously taken beginning Norwegian language at NAGC. If you’re interested in that class please sign up here. \nCoffee and social time will begin at 1:30\, class will follow at 2:00. Class size will be limited to ten participants to maximize conversation. \nFree off-street parking is available onsite. \nInstructor: Marcia Lund \nContact us at genealogy@nagcnl.org with any questions or for more details about the classes.
URL:https://www.nagcnl.org/event/continuing-norwegian-in-person-fall-2025-session-afternoon/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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