Part of our charter is to share
our love of this beautiful country with others in our
community. GUESTS ARE VERY WELCOME AT OUR EVENTS
AND MEETINGS!
2017
****SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE****
ALL REMAINING 2017 MEETINGS WILL START AT 2:00PM
JANUARY
01/10/2017, 6:00PM
BOARD MEETING
While not open to the public - any active member may attend
lodge board meetings.
01/15/2017, 2:00PM
LODGE MEETING
Norwegian
students attending high school in the Chicago area will each
talk about the area of Norway where they live and their
experiences here in the U.S. We are asking members
to bring Smørbrød (open face sandwiches). As part of the first
meeting of the year which includes a brief installation of 2017
officers, the President brings a cake for dessert.Photo attribution: Creative commons CC0 / Pixabay.com
01/21/2017
Jim Severson - Celebration of
Life
From Jim's son, Rick: We having a "celebration of life"
gathering for my dad (James Severson)on Saturday, January 21st
from 2 to 5pm at the Grumpy Goat Tavern at the Highlands Golf
course in Elgin. It's just an open house event. Grumpy Goat Tavern
875 Sports Way
Elgin, Illinois
01/21-22 Saturday NOON-4:00PM
Junior Norge Ski Club Winter Ski
Jumping TournamentCANCELED DUE TO WARM WEATHER
RESCHEDULED TO FEBRUARY 11-12 (SEE BELOW)
FEBRUARY
02/11-12 Saturday NOON - 4:00PM
Junior Norge Ski Club Winter Ski
Jumping TournamentNoon – 4:00 PM, Fox River Grove, IL
$15.00 at gate, children 12 and under free www.norgeskiclub.com
02/12/2017 Sunday 12:30PM
Sunday, February 12, 2017
STOUGHTON NORWEGIAN DANCERS NORSE AFTERNOON OF FUN
The internationally known Stoughton Norwegian Dancers will
present their annual “Norse Afternoon of Fun.” Doors open at
12:30pm <Click/Tap
picture for more details>.
02/14/2017, 6:00PM
BOARD MEETING
While not open to the public - any active member may attend
lodge board meetings.
02/19/2017, 2:00PM
LODGE MEETING
PROGRAM: Two topics today: (1) Jon Grinde: Jon will present a Barnebirkie/Birkebeiner program (and take our cookies [see below] with him to the Barnebirkie.) Jon is a member of the International Sons of Norway board and a member of IDUN lodge in Madison.
(2) Greg Ragan: Our Benefits Counselor,Greg Ragan, wll speak about Sons of Norway financial benefits.
February is "Norwegian Sweater Month" at Sons of Norway", so wear your Norwegian sweater to this meeting.
CHILI COOK OFF: You bring it - We'll eat it! Bring
yours to the meeting and see if it gets voted best!Anyone may participate ( please let Kathy Secora know if you are going to participate - while this isn't required, it helps Kathy plan for the day).
Just bring your pot full of chili, preferably with a way to keep it warm. Judging will be people’s choice. We will pass out a "ballot" to everyone to deposit by their favorite chili.
BRING COOKIES TO THIS MEETING!
for the February 23, 2017, Barnebirkie Youth Ski Tour in
Hayward, Wisconsin (learn more HERE).
Photo attribution: http://www.birkie.com/
COOKIES?
YES! 1,000 children participate in
the Barnebirkie and they get hungry as do all the others
participating and attending in ski events over the weekend. In
prior years Skjold Lodge and other District 5 lodges have
donated over 1,500 DOZEN cookies for a
single event! Cookies should be nut-free. Please
label your bag or box with the approximate count in dozens. If
you don't get around to baking, we will also accept money for
buying “Oreos” or other appropriate cookies. Photo attribution: Creative commons CC0 / Pixabay.com
MARCH
BOARD MEETING CANCELLED
Normally would have been 03/14/2017, 6:00PM
BOARD MEETING
While not open to the public - any active member may attend
lodge board meetings.
03-18-2017
Vikings of
Scandinavia -15th Annual Dinner Dance & Fund Raiser for
VASA Park.
Annual Scandinavian Park Dinner Dance and Fund Raiser, Avalon Banquets, 1900 East Higgins Road, Elk Grove Village, IL, 6:30 PM cocktails, 7:30 PM dinner, dance music by Mark Nilsson, DJ, $50.00 per person, C. Hoidahl 847-358-1527 www.vasaparkil.com
03/19/2017, 2:00PM
SPECIAL LODGE MEETINGNEWS BENEFIT, SILENT AUCTION AND A NORWEGIAN MOVIE {"The Wave").
Details are on our News-Benefit page. MEMBERS, remember to find that perfect gift
to donate to the silent auction.We ask members to purchase and donate items for a silent auction. Some people donate items they purchased on recent trips to Norway but each gift should be NEW, NICE and approximately $25 in value. One good test to see if you are donating the right type of items is to ask yourself –“would I like winning this item”? The proceeds of the auction at the benefit are used to help pay for the production and distribution of Skjold News. Your gift donation helps reduce membership costs for all members.
"The Wave": From the
description . . . . "when that
mountain begins to crumble, every soul in Geiranger has ten
minutes to get to high ground before a tsunami hits,
consuming everything in its path". Read more on
our News-Benefit page.NOT ABLE TO ATTEND BUT WOULD LIKE TO HELP?
Any donation in an amount of your choosing helps the lodge. See our News-Benefit page for donation details.
APRIL
04/09/2017 12:30PM
NIDAROSDOMEN JENTEKOR - AT MINNEKIRKEN
2614 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, Illinois.
Nidarosdomen / Nidaros Cathedral Girls’ Choir (Jentekor) has
just included Minnekirken of Logan Square, Chicago in their
25th Anniversary Tour! The choir was established in 1992 and
is based in Nidaros Cathedral, Trondheim, Norway.
The choir has come to be recognized as one of the finest
youth choral ensembles in Norway, and is noted for its
sublime artistry and innovative programming. The choir
regularly participates in national ceremonies in Nidaros
Cathedral. In 2002 it performed at the Royal Wedding
ceremony for HRH Princess Märtha Louise, and has given many
performances for the King and Queen of Norway.
DETAILS:Visit Minnekirken's
Facebook page.
04/11/2017, 6:00PM
BOARD MEETING
While not open to the public - any active member may attend
lodge board meetings.
4/15/2017
FRIENDS OF THE VIKING SHIP
Come visit the Viking in 2017!
Exhibit will be open from 1:00-4:00 PM on the following dates:
April 15, May 20, June 18, July 8, August 19, September 16, October 21, November TBD
04/23/2017, 2:00PM
LODGE MEETING**NOTE DATE CHANGE FROM 4/16 TO 4 /23 TO AVOID CONFLICT WITH EASTER!!
Join us for a POTLUCK with a “Norwegian brunch theme”: e.g., vaffler, cinnamon rolls, eggs, etc. MEMBERS: Please bring items to share will everyone. LOOKING FOR IDEAS? Try a Google search on “Norwegian brunch” and wander through multiple web sites.
PROGRAM: BINGO FOR MASSE MORO: We've done something like this before. We have a fun afternoon together. For any winnings, part goes to you and part to support the District 5 Heritage Youth Camp.
Photo attribution: Creative commons CC0 / Pixabay.com
MAY
05/09/2017, 6:00PM
BOARD MEETING
While not open to the public - any active member may
attend lodge board meetings.
05/12-21/2017 (multiple
Syttende Mai activities)
NO MAY LODGE MEETING -
May is a very busy month with many Syttende Mai
activities. We take a break from our regular meeting and
put our energies into all the fun activities of Syttende
Mai!05/17/2017
DEADLINE FOR MASSE
MORO, DISTRICT 5 YOUTH HERITAGE CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS.
After May 17th, Masse Moro will continue to accept
applications until July 1st, however, financial resources may
be limited or unavailable at that time. Early registration is
your best bet! No need to wait until May - register today!
Financial assistance may be available from District 1,
District 5, Skjold Lodge, and through scholarships available
through Masse Moro/District 5. Learn more at the Masse Moro web site.
05/20/2017
FRIENDS OF THE VIKING SHIPCome visit the Viking in 2017!
Exhibit will be open from 1:00-4:00 PM on the following dates:
May 20, June 18, July 8, August 19, September 16, October 21, November TBD
2017 SYTTENDE MAI ACTIVITIES
Photo attribution: Creative commons CC0 / Pixabay.com
05/12/2017 11:30AM - 2:00PM
NORWEGIAN
CONSTITUTION DAYNACC LUNCHEON
The Metropolitan Club
233 S. Wacker Drive
66th Floor, Oak Room, Willis Tower
Honored Guests:
*Norwegian Consul General in New York: Elin Bergithe Rognlie
*Dick Johnson NBC News, Chicago
Hosted by the Norwegian American Chamber of Commerce
www.naccchicago.org
05/17/2017 7:30PM
Minnekirken ConcertThe Norwegian Lutheran Memorial Church
2614 North Kedzie
Chicago, Illinois
Free will offering
Refreshments will be served after the concert.
05/20/2017
May 20, 2017 Norwegian Constitution Day BanquetPark Ridge Country Club, Park Ridge, Illinois
Social Hour 6:00 PM,
Dinner 7:00 PM
$75.00 per person
Contact: Carol Hoidahl 847-358-1527
www.nnleague.org
05/21/2017
May 21, 2017 Norwegian National League Norwegian Constitution Day ParadeHodges Park
Park Ridge, Illinois
1:00PM.
Contact: Barbra Kronborg-Mogil 847-823-7596
www.nnleague.org
MARCH WITH SKJOLD LODGE. ALL ARE WELCOME - YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE A MEMBER!
We have met interesting people from Norway and the U.S. who wanted to march but didn't know how they could participate
Just show up with comfortable shoes, find the folks from the lodge and we walk the parade route.
It makes for a fun day.
CLICK HERE for more information about marching with Skjold Lodge
Groups marching in the parade start marching at 1:00 PM at Talcott and Cumberland
WE ARE UNIT #TBD. Unit #1 is next to the funeral home and then the numbers get larger as you go down Talcott Rd.
CLICK HERE for the parade route.
JUNE
06/13/2017, 6:00PM - JUNE BOARD MEETING CANCELLED
BOARD
MEETING
While not open to the public - any active member may
attend lodge board meetings.
*NEXT MEETING*
06/17/2017
LODGE MEETING REPLACED with members meeting at VASA park for Midsommar Festival
JUNE 17, 2017, 3:00PM – 10:00PM
Admission: $5:00 per adult, FREE for Scandinavian Park members, FREE for children 12 and under.
Park opens at 3:30 PM with traditional maypole raising and dancing followed by a picnic dinner at 6:00 PM. Bonfire lighting and customary toast (Skål) begins at sunset. Main course provided by the park. Please bring a family sized-dish to pass. Look for your fellow lodge members there!
www.vasaparkil.com
PLEASE
HELP PROMOTE THE MIDSOMMAR FESTIVAL BY DOWNLOADING AND
PRINTING A COPY OF THEIR FLYER AND POSTING IT. <CLICK HERE (or on
the image) FOR A COPY OF THE POSTER FROM THEIR
WEB SITE>.06/18/2017
FRIENDS OF THE VIKING SHIPCome visit the Viking in 2017!
Exhibit will be open from 1:00-4:00 PM on the following dates:
June 18, July 8, August 19, September 16, October 21, November TBD
06/20/2017 (Tuesday)- 6/25/2017
(Sunday)
SWEDISH
DAYS, GENEVA, ILLINOIS
Come fest at one of
the Best of the West - Swedish Days, Geneva's Midsommar
Festival! The whole family will enjoy fabulous food, carnival
rides, live music & entertainment nightly, plus Sweden Väst,
the tent that's everything Swedish. 06/24/2017 (Saturday)- 6/25/2017 (Sunday) (as part of Swedish Days)
Saturday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Sunday 11:00 AM – 5:00
PM
Illinois Norsk Rosemalers’ Association
Annual Norwegian Rosemaling Show and Sale
Good Templar Park Community House
2017 Raffle Item
Vest-Agder rosemaling style painted by Donna Benson VGM*
Trunk made by Paul Pittelkow
12" long x 7" wide x 9.5" high
Tickets available at Show $1 or 6 for $5
Winner drawn June 25 3pm-ish.
JULY
07/08/2017
FRIENDS OF THE VIKING SHIPCome visit the Viking in 2017!
Exhibit will be open from 1:00-4:00 PM on the following dates:
July 8, August 19, September 16, October 21, November TBD
07/11/2017, 6:00PM - 5:45PM (note time change)
BOARD MEETING
While not open to the public - any active member may
attend lodge board meetings.
07/16/2017, 2:00PM
LODGE MEETING - ANNUAL PICNIC
PROGRAM: "Summer Picnic":
Annual Picnic at AYUA. We will have brats, hot dogs, and
beverages. Games (Viking and other) will be available for
those interested. Please bring a side dish or dessert to
share. Please let Kathy Secora
know how many are coming so we know how much to buy.
(847-991-2287 or ksecora@mc.net) .
Photo attribution: Creative commons CC0 / Pixabay.com AUGUST
08/08/2017, 6:00PM
(rescheduled to 08/29/2017)
BOARD MEETING
While not open to the public - any active member may
attend lodge board meetings.
08/20/2017, 2:00PM
LODGE MEETING (at
Chicago Athaneum International Sculpture Park in
Schaumburg) PROGRAM: “SCULPTURE AND PIZZA”
Robert O. Atcher building
201 Schaumburg Court
Schaumburg, IL
Photo attribution: Creative commons CC0 / Pixabay.com
OK, we won't be seeing Rodin's "The Thinker", but we will be viewing sculpture at the Chicago Athaneum International Sculpture Park in Schaumburg including at least 2 works by Norwegian artists. Join us and meet at the Robert O. Atcher building, 201 Schaumburg Court, Schaumburg, IL. Then we go to a nearby Lou Malnati's for pizza and beverages.
DISCOVER THE ART!
The Chicago Athenaeum's International Sculpture Park is situated on 20 acres of meadow, forest, and natural prairie and is located one hour from downtown Chicago.
ADDRESS
On the grounds of the Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center
201 Schaumburg Court
Schaumburg, IL 60193
PARKING AT
Prairie Center For the Arts
201 Schaumburg Ct
Schaumburg, IL 60193
HOURS
The International Sculpture Park is open daily from sunrise to sunset.
THEN WE MEET AT APPROXIMATELY 3:30PM FOR PIZZA (If you can't make it to the Sculpture Park, but can make it for pizza, PLEASE JOIN US)!
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
1 S Roselle Rd
Schaumburg, IL
(Schaumburg and Roselle Roads - Schaumburg, Illinois)
08/19/2017
FRIENDS OF THE VIKING SHIPCome visit the Viking in 2017!
Exhibit will be open from 1:00-4:00 PM on the following dates:
August 19, September 16, October 21, November TBD
08/29/2017, 6:00PM (rescheduled from
08/08/2017)
BOARD MEETING
While not open to the public - any active member may
attend lodge board meetings.
SEPTEMBER
09/10/2017, 10:00AM - 6:00PM38th ANNUAL
SCANDINAVIAN DAY
Enjoy a late summer day with traditional food, crafts, gifts
and entertainment representing the five Nordic Cultures as we
celebrate the 63rd year of Vasa Park, 35W217 Route 31, South
Elgin, Illinois 60177.
Skjold Lodge has a booth serving polse in lefse and "uff da
burgers" (sloppy joes), along with beverages and home baked
goods.
09/12/2017, 6:00PM
09/12/2017, 6:00PM
BOARD MEETING
While not open to the public - any active member
may attend lodge board meetings.
09/17/2017, 2:00PM
LODGE MEETING
PROGRAM: TBA.
09/16/2017
FRIENDS OF THE VIKING SHIPCome visit the Viking in 2017!
Exhibit will be open from 1:00-4:00 PM on the following dates:
September 16, October 21, November TBD
OCTOBER
10/10/2017, 6:00PM
10/10/2017, 6:00PM
BOARD MEETING
While not open to the public - any active member
may attend lodge board meetings.
10/15/2017, 2:00PM
SPECIAL LODGE MEETING
"FOUNDATION MEETING"Each year our October lodge meeting is replaced with a special lodge meeting to help raise funds to support the Sons of Norway Foundation.
10/21/2017
FRIENDS OF THE VIKING SHIPCome visit the Viking in 2017!
Exhibit will be open from 1:00-4:00 PM on the following dates:
October 21, November TBD
NOVEMBER
11/03/2017 11:30AM - 3:00PM
Sons of Norway -
Polar Star Lodge HøstfestSt. Olaf Lutheran Church, Montgomery, Illinois
www.polarstarlodge.com
11/12/2017, NOON - 4:00PM
SKJOLD
LODGE 25TH ANNUAL HERITAGE FESTLOTS OF FUN THINGS TO SEE AND DO! Demonstrations and displays, Children's activities, Music, Dancing, Food, Crafts for sale, Bake sale table and lots more!
11/14/2017, 6:00PM
11/14/2017, 6:00PM
BOARD MEETING
While not open to the public - any active member
may attend lodge board meetings.
11/19/2017, 2:00PM
LODGE MEETINGPROGRAM: TBA.DECEMBER
12/10/2017, 2:00PM
LODGE CHRISTMAS PARTY
NO LODGE MEETING
IN DECEMBER - Replaced by Christmas Party.
Christmas Party Location:
AUYA Ukrainian Center
136 East Illinois Avenue
Palatine, Illinois
SANTA will be visiting so please bring a specially wrapped gift for each child coming with you. (You bring a gift for the child and Santa gives it to them). Please mark it with their name. The Nordic Folk Dancers of Chicago will be with us once again in traditional dress to make the party more festive. This is an enjoyable party with lots of good food.
FOOD: We are having a catered buffet and a large dessert buffet.
COST: The cost of this year’s party is $12.00 for each person over the age of 14.
PLEASE RSVP SO WE CAN PLAN: You can pay at the door but please reserve. RSVP and other details are available at our Christmas Party Page.
12/12/2017, 6:00PM
12/12/2017, 6:00PM
BOARD MEETING
While not open to the public - any active member
may attend lodge board meetings.