Barony of Nordskogen

Barony of Nordskogen http://www.nordskogen.org/ the Minneapolis, St. Paul, and Greater Twin Cities, MN chapter of the Society for Creative Anachronism.

05/23/2026

What’s happening in Nordskogen this week?

Sunday, May 24:
Outdoor Thrown Weapons Practice: STATUS OF PRACTICE THIS WEEK UNKNOWN
If you want to have practice, post a response on the Nordskogen Thrown Weapons Facebook group at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1697917837116667
Outdoor Archery Practice: 10am-Noon, Bloomington Archery Range, 9401 France Av, Bloomington, MN, 55431

Tuesday, May 26:
Armored Combat Practice: 6-9pm, Brackett Park , 2728 39th Ave. S., Minneapolis, 55406

Wednesday, May 27:
Outdoor Rapier Practice: 7-9pm, Brackett Park , 2728 39th Ave. S., Minneapolis, 55406
Outdoor In-Person Social Practice: 7-9pm, Brackett Park , 2728 39th Ave. S., Minneapolis, 55406

The Nib for the week of May 23, 2026 is up! Check it out for more details on everything listed here!

In The Nib this week, you will find the latest information on the unknown status of thrown weapons practice this week; on our May and June Wednesday meetings; and updated information on Schützenfest and Warriors and Warlords.

You will also find a list of ongoing online gatherings plus updated information on the one-time events and classes.

This Week's One Time Online Classes:
Sun., May 24, 2026, 7-9pm Central--Sunday Night with the Scribes: CANCELLED
Tues., May 26, 2026--SCA Classes on Meridies Open Social Zoom: NO CLASSES THIS WEEK

Full Details on This Week’s and on Future One Time Online Classes:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Events-and-Classes-One-Time-May-31-2026—June-14-2026.pdf

All of the “Sunday Night with the Scribes” classes through June 28, 2026:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Sunday-Night-with-the-Scribes-May-24-2026-June-28-2026.pdf

Free Online & Hybrid Classes Of Interest from the Center for Premodern Studies at the U of MN--Twin Cities:
https://cla.umn.edu/premodern/news-events/events

In addition, you will find information on the Kingdom Arts and Sciences Faire; on our rapier champion’s search for a new champion to succeed him; on the Interim Archery Captain seeking a successor; on the Children’s Garb Wish List; on how to donate to the Barony; and more.

The print version of the newsletter is available here:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/THIS-WEEK-IN-THE-SCA-IN-THE-TWIN-CITIES-5-23-26.pdf

Or look at the online version in the Chronicler's Corner under Weekly Announcements at:
http://nordskogen.org/chroniclers-corner/thisweek/

If you have any questions, concerns, or activities you would like to have included in future newsletters, please contact me at: 651-605-1085 (before midnight) or at [email protected]

Yours in Service,
Baroness Rosanore of Redthorn, O.L., Nordskogen Chronicler
she/her/they

05/16/2026

What’s happening in Nordskogen this week?

Sunday, May 17:
Outdoor Thrown Weapons Practice: CANCELLED THIS WEEK
Outdoor Archery Practice: 10am-Noon, Bloomington Archery Range, 9401 France Av, Bloomington, MN, 55431

Tuesday, May 19:
Armored Combat Practice: 6-9pm, Brackett Park , 2728 39th Ave. S., Minneapolis, 55406

Wednesday, May 20:
Outdoor Rapier Practice: 7-9pm, Brackett Park , 2728 39th Ave. S., Minneapolis, 55406
Outdoor In-Person Social Practice: 7-9pm, Brackett Park , 2728 39th Ave. S., Minneapolis, 55406

Thursday, May 21:
Online social practice (7-9pm) & business mtg. at 7:30pm via the Zoom link below.
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89130052473?pwd=frYob3C4Scz1dCGpnCVaCWef30USJa.1
Password is 225870 if prompted.

The Nib for the week of May 16, 2026 is up! Check it out for more details on everything listed here!

In The Nib this week, you will find the latest information on the cancellation of thrown weapons practice this week; on our May and June Wednesday meetings; on this week’s Thursday evening online social gathering/business meeting; and updated information on Schützenfest and the Kingdom Arts and Sciences Faire.

You will also find a list of ongoing online gatherings plus updated information on the one-time events and classes.

This Week's One Time Online Classes:
Sun., May 17, 2026, 7-9pm Central--Sunday Night with the Scribes:
Medieval Color Theory: Optics, Light, and the Divine Summary with Soo Yun
Tues., May 19, 2026--SCA Classes on Meridies Open Social Zoom:
6pm Central--Inclusive Culture in the SCA--An open discussion of ways that DEIB can inform SCA culture
7pm Central--Basic Japanese Finger Loop Braiding--Nakos Theodorosides of Calontir
8pm Central--Ottoman Garb Basics with THL Rayhana bint Estafanos al-Abbas of Caid

Full Details on This Week’s and on Future One Time Online Classes:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Events-and-Classes-One-Time-May-19-2026—June-14-2026.pdf

All of the “Sunday Night with the Scribes” classes through June 28, 2026:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Sunday-Night-with-the-Scribes-May-17-2026-June-28-2026.pdf

Free Online & Hybrid Classes Of Interest from the Center for Premodern Studies at the U of MN--Twin Cities:
https://cla.umn.edu/premodern/news-events/events

In addition, you will find information on Warriors and Warlords; on our rapier champion’s search for a new champion to succeed him; on the Interim Archery Captain seeking a successor; on the Children’s Garb Wish List; on how to donate to the Barony; and more.

The print version of the newsletter is available here:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/THIS-WEEK-IN-THE-SCA-IN-THE-TWIN-CITIES-5-16-26.pdf

Or look at the online version in the Chronicler's Corner under Weekly Announcements at:
http://nordskogen.org/chroniclers-corner/thisweek/

If you have any questions, concerns, or activities you would like to have included in future newsletters, please contact me at: 651-605-1085 (before midnight) or at [email protected]

Yours in Service,
Baroness Rosanore of Redthorn, O.L., Nordskogen Chronicler
she/her/they

05/09/2026

What’s happening in Nordskogen this week?

Sunday, May 10:
Outdoor Thrown Weapons Practice: CANCELLED THIS WEEK
Outdoor Archery Practice: 10am-Noon, Bloomington Archery Range, 9401 France Av, Bloomington, MN, 55431

Tuesday, May 12:
Indoor Armored Combat Practice: 6-9pm, Brackett Park , 2728 39th Ave. S., Minneapolis, 55406

Wednesday, May 13:
Indoor Rapier Practice: 7-9pm, Olivet Congregational Church, 1850 Iglehart Ave, St. Paul MN, 55104
Indoor In-Person Social Practice: 7-9pm, Olivet Congregational Church, 1850 Iglehart Ave, St. Paul MN, 55104

The Nib for the week of May 9, 2026 is up! Check it out for more details on everything listed here!

In The Nib this week, you will find the latest information on the cancellation of thrown weapons practice this week; on our May Wednesday meetings; on the continuing Thursday evening online social gathering/business meeting experiment through July; on our rapier champion’s search for a new champion to succeed him; and the update of the Warriors and Warlords information to include how to order this year’s t-shirt.

You will also find a list of ongoing online gatherings plus updated information on the one-time events and classes.

This Week's One Time Online Classes:
Sun., May 10, 2026, 7-9pm Central--Sun. with the Scribes--I made it just for you: Scroll personalization with Alikina
Sun., May 10, 2026, 7-9pm Central--Tabletweavers Tea
Tues., May 12, 2026—6:30pm Central-- Classes on Meridies Open Social Zoom--Volunteering as an arts & sciences judge or shadow judge--another tool in your A&S toolchest--Aislinge MacCuithein and Alainn AodhMoira BeanLarren, Meridies

Full Details on This Week’s and on Future One Time Online Classes:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Events-and-Classes-One-Time-May-10-2026—June-14-2026.pdf

All of the “Sunday with the Scribes” classes through May 31, 2026:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Sunday-Night-with-the-Scribes-May-10-2026-May-31-2026.pdf

Free Online & Hybrid Classes Of Interest from the Center for Premodern Studies at the U of MN--Twin Cities:
https://cla.umn.edu/premodern/news-events/events

In addition, you will find information on Schützenfest XV and on the Kingdom Arts and Sciences Faire; on the Interim Archery Captain seeking a successor; on the Children’s Garb Wish List; on how to donate to the Barony; and more.

The print version of the newsletter is available here:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/THIS-WEEK-IN-THE-SCA-IN-THE-TWIN-CITIES-5-9-26.pdf

Or look at the online version in the Chronicler's Corner under Weekly Announcements at:
http://nordskogen.org/chroniclers-corner/thisweek/

If you have any questions, concerns, or activities you would like to have included in future newsletters, please contact me at: 651-605-1085 (before midnight) or at [email protected]

Yours in Service,
Baroness Rosanore of Redthorn, O.L., Nordskogen Chronicler
she/her/they

05/02/2026

What’s happening in Nordskogen this week?

Saturday, May 2:
Nordskogen Equestrian Practice the First—3pm--MidSummer Farms, 8229 190th St W, Lakeville, MN 55044

Sunday, May 3:
Outdoor Thrown Weapons Practice: 10am-Noon, Maple Grove, MN, 55311
Outdoor Archery Practice: 10am-Noon, Bloomington Archery Range, 9401 France Av, Bloomington, MN, 55431

Tuesday, May 5:
Indoor Armored Combat Practice: 6-9pm, Brackett Park , 2728 39th Ave. S., Minneapolis, 55406

Wednesday, May 6:
Indoor Rapier Practice: 7-9pm, Olivet Congregational Church, 1850 Iglehart Ave, St. Paul MN, 55104
Indoor In-Person Social Practice: 7-9pm, Olivet Congregational Church, 1850 Iglehart Ave, St. Paul MN, 55104

The Nib for the week of May 2, 2026 is up! Check it out for more details on everything listed here!

In The Nib this week, you will find the latest information on the return of equestrian and thrown weapons practice; on our May Wednesday meetings; on the continuing Thursday evening online social gathering/business meeting experiment through July; and our rapier champion’s search for a new champion to succeed him.

You will also find a list of ongoing online gatherings plus updated information on the one-time events and classes.

This Week's One Time Online Classes:
Sun., May 3, 2026, 7-9pm Central--Sun. with the Scribes--Written in Gold with Silia Dell'Acqua
Tues., May 5, 2026--6pm Central-- Classes on Meridies Open Social Zoom--Inclusive Culture in the SCA--An open discussion
Tues., May 5, 2026--7pm Central--Classes on Meridies Open Social Zoom-- Generating Empirical Questions and Grounding Hypothesis--Rodrigo Luis de Alburquerque, Meridies
Tues., May 5, 2026—7:30pm Central--Classes on Meridies Open Social Zoom--Intro to Headwear in the SCA - coifs, caps, veils, etc.--Ellen DeLacey, Meridies

Full Details on This Week’s and on Future One Time Online Classes:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Events-and-Classes-One-Time-May-5-2026—May-19-2026.pdf

All of the “Sunday with the Scribes” classes through May 31, 2026:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Sunday-Night-with-the-Scribes-May-3-2026-May-31-2026.pdf

Free Online & Hybrid Classes Of Interest from the Center for Premodern Studies at the U of MN--Twin Cities

In addition, you will find information on Schützenfest XV and Warriors and Warlords ###I; on the Interim Archery Captain seeking a successor; on the Children’s Garb Wish List; on how to donate to the Barony; and more.

The print version of the newsletter is available here:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/THIS-WEEK-IN-THE-SCA-IN-THE-TWIN-CITIES-5-2-26.pdf

Or look at the online version in the Chronicler's Corner under Weekly Announcements at:
http://nordskogen.org/chroniclers-corner/thisweek/

If you have any questions, concerns, or activities you would like to have included in future newsletters, please contact me at: 651-605-1085 (before midnight) or at [email protected]

Yours in Service,
Baroness Rosanore of Redthorn, O.L., Nordskogen Chronicler
she/her/they

05/02/2026

The May 2026 Crystal Quill is up!

Go to this linkhttp://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/CrystalQuill_5_2026.pdf for the most up-to-date information on the Barony’s Wednesday meetings in May as well as the Thursday evening business meeting experiment that will continue through July; on the return of equestrian practice and thrown weapons practice; on the Kingdom Arts and Sciences Faire in June; and the latest information on Schützenfest XV and Warriors and Warlords ###I.

You will find, as well, an updated collection of continuing and one-time online classes

You will also find the notes from the April 2026 business meeting; the monthly missive from our Baronesses; a letter from our Seneschal; a greeting from the Baronial Rapier Champion; and much more!

Yours in Service,
Baroness Rosanore of Redthorn, O.L., Baronial Chronicler
she/her/they

04/25/2026

What’s happening in Nordskogen this week?

Sunday, April 26:
Outdoor Thrown Weapons Practice: SUSPENDED UNTIL SPRING
Outdoor Archery Practice: 10am-Noon, Marsh Lake Archery Range, 9401 France Ave., Bloomington, MN, 55431
NOTE TIME AND PLACE CHANGE

Tuesday, April 28:
Indoor Armored Combat Practice: 6-9pm, Brackett Park , 2728 39th Ave. S., Minneapolis, 55406

Wednesday, April 29:
Indoor Rapier Practice: 7-9pm, Olivet Congregational Church, 1850 Iglehart Ave, St. Paul MN, 55104
Indoor In-Person Social Practice: 7-9pm, Olivet Congregational Church, 1850 Iglehart Ave, St. Paul MN, 55104

The Nib for the week of April 25, 2026 is up! Check it out for more details on everything listed here!

In The Nib this week, you will find the latest information on the return outdoors and time change for this week’s archery practice; on our April and May Wednesday meetings; and on the continuing Thursday evening online social gathering/business meeting experiment through July.

You will also find a list of ongoing online gatherings plus updated information on the one-time events and classes.

This Week's One Time Online Classes:
Sun., Apr. 26, 2026, 6-7pm Central--April A&S Challenge Webinar: Natural Dyes with Master Nishigori Part of the monthly Trimaris A&S challenge, “I Did A Thing”.
Sun., Apr. 26, 2026, 7-9pm Central--Sun. with the Scribes--Open Scribal: Bring It and Fix It Evening
Tues., Apr. 28, 2026--7pm Central--Classes on Meridies Open Social Zoom--Coronet Patterning for metal, leather, other materials--Gaeira Aggadottir, East Kingdom
Tues., Apr. 28, 2026--7pm Central--Classes on Meridies Open Social Zoom--Dandelions: The Most Useful Weed--Una inghean Thamhais, Meridies

Full Details on This Week’s and on Future One Time Online Classes:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Events-and-Classes-One-Time-April-21-2026—May-19-2026.pdf

All of the “Sunday with the Scribes” classes through May 31, 2026:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Sunday-Night-with-the-Scribes-April-26-2026-May-31-2026.pdf

Free Online & Hybrid Classes Of Interest from the Center for Premodern Studies at the U of MN--Twin Cities

In addition, you will find information on Schützenfest XV and Warriors and Warlords ###I; on the Interim Archery Captain seeking a successor; on the Children’s Garb Wish List; on how to donate to the Barony; and more.

The print version of the newsletter is available here:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/THIS-WEEK-IN-THE-SCA-IN-THE-TWIN-CITIES-4-25-26.pdf

Or look at the online version in the Chronicler's Corner under Weekly Announcements at:
http://nordskogen.org/chroniclers-corner/thisweek/

If you have any questions, concerns, or activities you would like to have included in future newsletters, please contact me at: 651-605-1085 (before midnight) or at [email protected]

Yours in Service,
Baroness Rosanore of Redthorn, O.L., Nordskogen Chronicler
she/her/they

04/18/2026

What’s happening in Nordskogen this week?

Sunday, April 19:
Outdoor Thrown Weapons Practice: SUSPENDED UNTIL SPRING
Indoor Archery Practice: 1-3pm, Bwana Archery, 3015 Country Drive, Little Canada, MN, 55117
NOTE TIME AND PLACE CHANGE

Tuesday, April 21:
Indoor Armored Combat Practice: 6-9pm, Brackett Park , 2728 39th Ave. S., Minneapolis, 55406

Wednesday, April 22:
Indoor Rapier Practice: 7-9pm, Olivet Congregational Church, 1850 Iglehart Ave, St. Paul MN, 55104
Indoor In-Person Social Practice: 7-9pm, Olivet Congregational Church, 1850 Iglehart Ave, St. Paul MN, 55104

The Nib for the week of April 18, 2026 is up! Check it out for more details on everything listed here!

In The Nib this week, you will find the latest information on the return indoors and time change for this week’s archery practice; on our April and May Wednesday meetings; on the continuing Thursday evening online social gathering/business meeting experiment through July as well as updated information on Schützenfest XV and Warriors and Warlords ###I.

You will also find a list of ongoing online gatherings plus updated information on the one-time events and classes.

This Week's One Time Online Classes:
Sun., Apr. 19, 2026, 7-9pm Central--Sun. with the Scribes--Hands On Class: Painting Marble Effects with Etienett de Bitche

Tues., Apr. 21, 2026--6pm Central--SCA Classes on Meridies Open Social Zoom--Inclusive Culture in the SCA: An open discussion
Tues., Apr. 21, 2026, 7pm Central--SCA Classes on Meridies Open Social Zoom--SCA 101: Introduction to the Hobby of 1000 Hobbies--Thorfinn Langskeggr, Meridies Kingdom Chatelaine

Wed., Apr. 22, 2026, 3:30-5:00pm Central—Free Online & Hybrid Classes from the Center for Premodern Studies--Retinting Ancient Cultures’ Literary Mythological Histories to Obscure Modern Conceptual Palettes’ Neutral Hues : CPS Event: Exploring Assumptions: Shubha Pathak (Philosophy and Religion).

Full Details on This Week’s and on Future One Time Online Classes:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Events-and-Classes-One-Time-April-21-2026—May-5-2026.pdf

All of the “Sunday with the Scribes” classes through May 31, 2026:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Sunday-Night-with-the-Scribes-April-19-2026-May-31-2026.pdf

Free Online & Hybrid Classes Of Interest from the Center for Premodern Studies at the U of MN--Twin Cities--April 22, 2026:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Free-Online-and-Hybrid-Classes-Of-Interest-from-the-Center-for-Premodern-Studies-April-22-2026.pdf

In addition, you will find information on the Interim Archery Captain seeking a successor; on the Children’s Garb Wish List; on how to donate to the Barony; and more.

The print version of the newsletter is available here:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/THIS-WEEK-IN-THE-SCA-IN-THE-TWIN-CITIES-4-18-26.pdf

Or look at the online version in the Chronicler's Corner under Weekly Announcements at:
http://nordskogen.org/chroniclers-corner/thisweek/

If you have any questions, concerns, or activities you would like to have included in future newsletters, please contact me at: 651-605-1085 (before midnight) or at [email protected]

Yours in Service,
Baroness Rosanore of Redthorn, O.L., Nordskogen Chronicler
she/her/they

04/11/2026

What’s happening in Nordskogen this week?

Sunday, April 12:
Outdoor Thrown Weapons Practice: SUSPENDED UNTIL SPRING
Indoor Archery Practice: 1-3pm, Bwana Archery, 3015 Country Dr., Little Canada, MN, 55117: NOTE TIME CHANGE
Tuesday, April 14:
Indoor Armored Combat Practice: 6-9pm, Brackett Park , 2728 39th Ave. S., Minneapolis, 55406
Wednesday, April 15:
Indoor Rapier Practice: 7-9pm, Olivet Congregational Church, 1850 Iglehart Ave, St. Paul MN, 55104
NO INDOOR IN-PERSON SOCIAL PRACTICE
Thursday, April 16:
Online Social Practice: 7-9pm and Business Meeting at 7:30pm
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89130052473?pwd=frYob3C4Scz1dCGpnCVaCWef30USJa.1
Password is 225870 if prompted.

The Nib for the week of April 11, 2026 is up! Check it out for more details on everything listed here!

In The Nib this week, you will find the latest information on the time change for this week’s archery practice; on our April Wednesday meetings including no in-person social practice this week; on the Thursday evening online social gathering/business meeting experiment on April 16 as well as updated information on Schützenfest XV.

You will also find a list of ongoing online gatherings plus updated information on the one-time events and classes.

This Week's One Time Online Classes:
Sun., Apr. 12, 2026, 7-9pm Central--Sunday with the Scribes--Hands On Class: Painting Acanthus with Collette D'Avignon
Tues., Apr. 14, 2026, 7pm Central--SCA Classes on Meridies Open Social Zoom--Accessorize your Garb on a Budget--with focus on the essence of thrifting and upcycling--Daire O Lachlainn
Fri., Apr. 17, 2026, 12:15-1:30pm Central—Free Online & Hybrid Classes from the Center for Premodern Studies--The Whale Fall: The Death and Rebirth of China’s Eternal Capital : CPS Event : Xin Wen (History, Princeton)

Full Details on This Week’s and on Future One Time Online Classes:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Events-and-Classes-One-Time-April-14-2026—May-5-2026.pdf

All of the “Sunday with the Scribes” classes through April 26, 2026:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Sunday-Night-with-the-Scribes-April-12-2026-April-26-2026.pdf

Free Online & Hybrid Classes Of Interest from the Center for Premodern Studies at the U of MN--Twin Cities--April 17-22, 2026:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Free-Online-and-Hybrid-Classes-Of-Interest-from-the-Center-for-Premodern-Studies-April-17-22-2026.pdf

In addition, you will find the starting date for pre-registration for Warriors and Warlords; information on the Interim Archery Captain seeking a successor; on the Children’s Garb Wish List; on how to donate to the Barony; and more.

The print version of the newsletter is available here:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/THIS-WEEK-IN-THE-SCA-IN-THE-TWIN-CITIES-4-11-26.pdf

Or look at the online version in the Chronicler's Corner under Weekly Announcements at:
http://nordskogen.org/chroniclers-corner/thisweek/

If you have any questions, concerns, or activities you would like to have included in future newsletters, please contact me at: 651-605-1085 (before midnight) or at [email protected]

Yours in Service,
Baroness Rosanore of Redthorn, O.L., Nordskogen Chronicler
she/her/they

04/04/2026

What’s happening in Nordskogen this week?

Sunday, April 5:
Outdoor Thrown Weapons Practice: SUSPENDED UNTIL SPRING
Indoor Archery Practice: CANCELLED
Tuesday, April 7:
Indoor Armored Combat Practice: 6-9pm, Brackett Park , 2728 39th Ave. S., Minneapolis, 55406
Wednesday, April 8:
Indoor Rapier Practice: 7-9pm, Olivet Congregational Church, 1850 Iglehart Ave, St. Paul MN, 55104
Indoor In-Person Social Practice: 7-9pm, Olivet Congregational Church, 1850 Iglehart Ave, St. Paul MN, 55104

The Nib for the week of April 4, 2026 is up! Check it out for more details on everything listed here!

In The Nib this week, you will find the latest information on the cancellation of this week’s archery practice; on our April Wednesday meetings & on the Thursday evening online social gathering/business meeting experiment on April 16; and on the starting date for pre-registration for Warriors and Warlords.

You will also find a list of ongoing online gatherings plus updated information on the one-time events and classes.

This Week's One Time Online Classes:
Sun., Apr. 5, 2026, 7-9pm Central--Sunday with the Scribes—No Meet Up or Classes
Tues., Apr. 7, 2026, 6pm Central--SCA Classes on Meridies Open Social Zoom--Inclusive Culture in the SCA
Thurs., Apr. 9, 2026, 4-5:30pm Central—Free Online & Hybrid Classes from the Center for Premodern Studies—
Rooster at the Rubicon: Sorting Out Causes of the Fall of the Roman Republic, with Dr. Robert Morstein-Marx

Full Details on This Week’s and on Future One Time Online Classes:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Events-and-Classes-One-Time-April-7-2026-April-28-2026.pdf

All of the “Sunday with the Scribes” classes through April 26, 2026:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Sunday-Night-with-the-Scribes-April-5-2026-April-26-2026-1.pdf

Free Online & Hybrid Classes Of Interest from the Center for Premodern Studies at the U of MN--Twin Cities--April 5-22, 2026:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Free-Online-and-Hybrid-Classes-Of-Interest-from-the-Center-for-Premodern-Studies-April-9-2026-April-22-2026.pdf

In addition, you will find information on the Interim Archery Captain seeking a successor; on the Children’s Garb Wish List; on how to donate to the Barony; and more.

The print version of the newsletter is available here:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/THIS-WEEK-IN-THE-SCA-IN-THE-TWIN-CITIES-4-4-26.pdf

Or look at the online version in the Chronicler's Corner under Weekly Announcements at:
http://nordskogen.org/chroniclers-corner/thisweek/

If you have any questions, concerns, or activities you would like to have included in future newsletters, please contact me at: 651-605-1085 (before midnight) or at [email protected]

Yours in Service,
Baroness Rosanore of Redthorn, O.L., Nordskogen Chronicler
she/her/they

04/02/2026

The April 2026 Crystal Quill is up! It is an April Fools PRANK FREE ZONE!!

Go to this link:http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/CrystalQuill_4_2026.pdf for the most up-to-date information on the Barony’s Wednesday meetings in April as well as the Thursday evening business meeting experiment on April 16.

You will find, as well, an updated collection of online classes including:

One Time Classes During The First Week of April:
Sunday with the Scribes: Apr. 5, 2026--No meetup or class
Tuesdays--SCA Classes on Meridies Open Social Zoom--No classes
Thurs., Apr 9, 2026, 4-5:30pm--Center for Premodern Studies--Rooster at the Rubicon: Sorting Out Causes of the Fall of the Roman Republic, with Dr. Robert Morstein-Marx

Full Details on Future One Time Online Classes:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Events-and-Classes-One-Time-April-14-2026-April-28-2026.pdf

All of the “Sunday with the Scribes” classes through April 26, 2025:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Sunday-Night-with-the-Scribes-April-5-2026-April-26-2026.pdf

Free Online & Hybrid Classes Of Interest from the Center for Premodern Studies at the U of MN--Twin Cities--April 2026:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Free-Online-and-Hybrid-Classes-Of-Interest-from-the-Center-for-Premodern-Studies-April-2026.pdf

You will also find the notes from the March 2026 business meeting and emergency financial committee meeting; the monthly missive from our Baronesses; a letter from our Seneschal; an introduction to the children’s garb wish list; and much more!

Yours in Service,
Baroness Rosanore of Redthorn, O.L., Baronial Chronicler
she/her/they

03/28/2026

What’s happening in Nordskogen this week?

Sunday, March 29:
Outdoor Thrown Weapons Practice: SUSPENDED UNTIL SPRING
Indoor Archery Practice: 10am-Noon, Bwana Archery, 3015 Country Drive, Little Canada, MN, 55117
Tuesday, March 31: Deadline for the Crystal Quill!
Indoor Armored Combat Practice: 6-9pm, Brackett Park , 2728 39th Ave. S., Minneapolis, 55406
Wednesday, April 1:
Indoor Rapier Practice: 7-9pm, Olivet Congregational Church, 1850 Iglehart Ave, St. Paul MN, 55104
Indoor In-Person Social Practice: 7-9pm, Olivet Congregational Church, 1850 Iglehart Ave, St. Paul MN, 55104
8-9pm: Seneschal’s Office Hours On First Wednesdays

The Nib for the week of March 28, 2026 is up! Check it out for more details on everything listed here!

In The Nib this week, you will find the latest information on our April Wednesday meetings plus the Thursday evening business meeting experiment on April 16.

You will also find a list of ongoing online gatherings plus updated information on the one-time events and classes.

This Week's One Time Online Classes:
Sat., Mar. 28, 2026, 6:30am until after 11:30am Central--Plant Four On--Drachenwald Herbalists
Sun., Mar. 29, 2026, 7-9pm Central--Sunday with the Scribes--The Planned Page (New Extended Edition) with\
Margarette la Garntiere
Tues., Mar. 31, 2026, 7pm Central--SCA Classes on Meridies Open Social Zoom--Forgotten Vegetables & Potherbs--Adhela of Ottersdam
Wed., Apr. 1, 2026, 3:30-5:00pm Central—Free Online & Hybrid Classes from the Center for Premodern Studies—
Iranian Freedom in Global Antiquity : CPS Event: Exploring Assumptions: Jake Nabel

Full Details on This Week’s One Time Online Classes and on Future One Time Online Classes:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Events-and-Classes-One-Time-March-31-2026-April-28-2026.pdf

All of the “Sunday with the Scribes” classes through April 26, 2026:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Sunday-Night-with-the-Scribes-March-29-2026-April-26-2026.pdf

Free Online & Hybrid Classes Of Interest from the Center for Premodern Studies at the U of MN--Twin Cities--April 2026:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Free-Online-and-Hybrid-Classes-Of-Interest-from-the-Center-for-Premodern-Studies-April-2026.pdf

In addition, you will find information on the Interim Archery Captain seeking a successor; on the Children’s Garb Wish List; on how to donate to the Barony; and more.

The print version of the newsletter is available here:
http://nordskogen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/THIS-WEEK-IN-THE-SCA-IN-THE-TWIN-CITIES-3-28-26.pdf

Or look at the online version in the Chronicler's Corner under Weekly Announcements at:
http://nordskogen.org/chroniclers-corner/thisweek/

If you have any questions, concerns, or activities you would like to have included in future newsletters, please contact me at: 651-605-1085 (before midnight) or at [email protected]

Yours in Service,
Baroness Rosanore of Redthorn, O.L., Nordskogen Chronicler
she/her/they

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