Sons of Norway RUNER Volume 37 Issue #8 October 2014 Eidsvold Lodge 7-53 FOUNDATION DINNER AND BURSARY PRESENTATION Come and meet our Bursary Recipients Tickets per person $25.00 Still the very reasonable price, Saturday, October 18th, 2014 Cocktails 6:00 PM Dinner 6:30 PM Presentations 8:00 PM Socialize 9-11 PM SILENT AUCTION MANY THANKS TO MARTIN COWNDEN of Chef On the Run Gluten free menu available upon prior request to Jette Tickets are available from Jette Denluck and must be ordered and purchased by Oct.10th !!! Thank You for YOUR Support to the Foundation. Jette Denluck 250-595-3375 Remember to save your postage STAMPS with 1/2” borders or more and to bring your COIN banks as well to Jette Denluck Thank you for YOUR support to the Foundation FRA PRESIDENTEN The Vikings are Coming! October 15th at 6PM. Admission is $10.00 I always look forward to fall when for Pea Soup, Pankoker, the weather is still nice and the and fun. Come dressed rain has not arrived. as a Viking. still needed. Please call Judith. Christine Beatty is retiring as our pianist; we wish to thank her for her years of service. We are now seeking a pianist to provide music (national anthems and songs) during the general It is time to begin thinking about October 18th is Foundation Night. meeting on the second Wednesthe nomination of our 2015 The Sons of Norway Foundation day of the month and on special officers. When the nomination helps fund lodge cultural occasions. Please contact me by committee calls, please consider programs (bowling tournaments, email or phone. stepping forward. Culture Days, etc.) and The Vikings exhibit scholarships. Celebrate Leif Erikson Day by ends November th dressing as a Viking October 25 is the Food Safe 11th. If you have for our general Course. If you handle food it is not seen the exhibit, meeting October 8th. recommended you take this I encourage you to course. Call Judith to register. do so. You won’t be disappointed. The Swedish Club is hosting VIKING NIGHT The Scandinavian Craft Fair is Fraternally, on Wednesday, November 15th. Volunteers are Vance Hanson PAGE 2 RUNER Food Safe Course OCTOBER 2014 October 25th This is a new course revised in 2014. If you work in the Norway House kitchen you should plan on attending. Certification is good for five years. {Those certified in the last 12 months do not need to re-take the course.} 9 AM to 4 PM (please arrive by 8:30) at Norway House $45.00 (based on 35 people, cost will go down with more participants) Brown Bag Lunch. Tea and Coffee will be provided. To register please email Judith Hanson jnhib@shaw.ca or call 250-477-2249 Bowling Scandinavian Craft Fair Saturday, November 15th Not a whole lot to report but just one 10am - 4pm month into the season and Maurice and Alice are the only two who have a The craft fair is approaching fast and helpers are needed: for the door, parking turkey. We have one returning couple (Siggy and Geli) who have already lot, food ticket sales, a sandwich making co-coordinator, sandwich makers, kitchen been out to spare and another new bowler just starting, but as always, we help (non-sandwich makers), set up and still have room for regulars. clean up crews. You don't need to be on hand all day— if you can do a two hour shift, it would be greatly appreciated. Fraternally, Contact: Judith Hanson Joani jnhib@shaw.ca or 250-477-2249 16th. Annual Oct 8 Lodge General Meeting Oct 18 Foundation Dinner Oct 21 Runer Deadline Oct 28 Tuesday Luncheon Nov 12 Lodge General Meeting Nov 15 Scandinavian Craft Fair Nov 18 Runer Deadline Nov 25 Tuesday Luncheon Nov 29 Lutefisk Dinner Dec 6 Juletrefest Dec 10 Lodge General Meeting Dec 16 Tuesday Luncheon Dec 16 Runer Deadline SCANDINAVIAN CRAFT FAIR Saturday, November 15th. 10 – 4 PM NORWAY HOUSE Norwegian, Swedish, Danish and Icelandic Crafts, Baking, Jewellery, Norwegian sweaters & more Free Admission Sports and Recreation Walk Saturday Oct 4 11AM Meet at the Willows Beach Teahouse and walk to the gate by the Yacht Club and back. Lunch afterwards. OCTOBER 2014 RUNER PAGE 3 Wednesday, October 8 ting e e M e Lodg Refreshments Leikarring 2015 Calendars Leikarringen ETHNIC and RECREATIONAL DANCE PERFORMANCES 7:30 PM The 2015 Norwegian WEDNESDAY, Oct 8 Leikarringen provides calendars are now Lodge meeting refreshments available. The price has been kept the same, $15 each or if you buy 6 or TUESDAY, Dec 9 End of season social more at the same time, the cost will be $12 each. FRIDAY, Dec 12 6—8 PM The calendars will be on sale at the monthly luncheons, dropChristmas in the Village ins, Foundation Night, the Craft fair and I will have a few in the Saanich Historical Artifacts Society car at bowling. Catch me at the hall, at home (250) 382-4097 or on Lochside Drive send an email tjknapp0@gmail.com (again, that's a zero). off Island View Beach Road Fraternally, Joani Tuesday Luncheon October 28 $8.00 12 Noon Jenteklubben RESERVATIONS REQUIRED If you need to cancel or change a reservation, please let Muriel know as soon as possible. She can be reached at 250-384-6499. Organizers are needed for the monthly lunches. Please let Judith know if you’d like to host a luncheon. (250)477-2249 or jnhib@shaw.ca The Royal BC Museum is offering exhibits and events during this time period. Events are available Lives Beyond The Legends for all ages and in several price ranges. Please check th {ends November 11 , 2014} out the Royal BC Museum’s 2014 Spring/Summer Program Guide as there are too many events to list The first North American stop for this exhibition, here. www.royalbcmuseum.bc.ca then go to Vikings challenges our commonly held beliefs as they emerge in a fascinating new light. Insights into Program Guide Viking domestic life, death rituals, the significance of their craft, the power of mythology and the symbolism of their ships are explored in this interactive exhibition. See hundreds of rare artifacts – jewellery, swords, axes, and clothing – many of which have never been shown outside Scandinavia. Vikings The invasion begins PAGE 4 RUNER OCTOBER 2014 whispered to her father that "water was coming from her eyes", so I guess it wasn't just us. Theresa Theresa kindly drove and and Caroline had the buffet lunch, as well, howCaroline and Betty enjoyed ever, Betty met her daughter from Nanaimo and they went to one of the many local cafes. Both the ride to Chemainus to Theresa and Caroline said that they would do that see Les Miserables on Sunday, September 14th. next time, apparently, the best part of the buffet was dessert. It was a very good day and all three The company was so enjoyable that the drive up of us enjoyed the outing, but then, Chemainus Theatre is always good entertainment and back went very quickly, amazing how that happens when you're having a good conversation on a gorgeous summer Maria is co-ordinating the October outing which is mini-golf at Mattick's farm and Annabelle will be day. hosting the annual crafting session in November in preparation for Xmas. The performance was terrific although we all noticed that something made our eyes red! Theresa Submitted by Joan Knapp commented that a child sitting behind her had Jenteklubben October is Foundation Month for Sons of Norway! It’s a great time to think about all the worthwhile philanthropic opportunities our Foundation offers and how you might want to support them. and the significant need of members, students and lodges, Sons of Norway is asking all members to consider supporting the Foundation by making a contribution this month. Your support will ensure that the Sons of Norway Foundation can continue to make a significant positive impact on the communities it serves, while helping lodges and individuals achieve their dreams. Leif Erikson Day – Oct 9 Leif Erikson Day commemorates the achievements of famous Norse explorer, Leif Erikson. Credited with being the first European to reach the North American continent, Erikson arrived almost four centuries before Columbus. For example, did you know that the Sons of Norway Foundation offers multiple scholarship opportunities that are awarded every year to students throughout the organization? Also, did you The official date correlates to the know that the Foundation date marking the arrival of the If you’d like to make a very first immigrant ship from annually offers four different grants to fund local pro- contribution to the Sons of Norway, The Restauration, to New Norway Foundation, you York in 1895. Leif was the second grams that benefit commumay visit us on the web at son of legendary Norse explorer, nities throughout the U.S., www.sonsofnorway.com/fo Erik the Red, who is believed to Canada and Norway? undation or call (800) 945- have established the first Because of the great work 8851. European settlements in that the Foundation does Greenland around A.D. 980. OCTOBER 2014 PAGE 5 RUNER University of Victoria Gratulerer med dagen Svenska för nybörjare {Swedish for Beginners} Thursdays 2 October to 4 December 7:00 to 9:00 pm Sessions: 10 Instructor: Professor John Dingley For details, phone 250-721-8630 johndingley@operamail.com Tuesday Luncheons Oct 28 Mark your calendars to save the dates! Nov 25 Dec 16 Remember, reservations are required. Lutefisk Dinner Juletrefest Saturday, Nov 29 4 PM and 6 PM Saturday, Dec 6 10 AM—2 PM Erickson, Fred Holtbu, Trond Sorensen, Margaret ~ Heritage Members ~ Lila Charko Levi Charko Correction: Cathy Wetton 4.Arendalle, the fictional Scandinavian country in the hit Disney movie, Frozen, was inspired by many of Norway’s picturesque 1.Many of us remember many of landscapes. The look and feel of Roald Dahl’s classic novels from Arendelle is based on the city of our childhood. Although he was Bergen. Several other landmarks born in Wales, as his surname appear in the film as well such as suggests, Dahl is born to the Askershus Fortress in Oslo and Norwegian parents who had Nidaros Cathedral in Trondheim. emigrated to Britain. Dahl still 5.The Scream (Norwegian: Skrik) spent most of his summers in is perhaps one of the most Norway, and Norwegian influrecognized pieces of art worldences were evident in his work. wide and was painted by 2.The cheese slicer was invented by Norwegian artist Edvard Munch, the Norwegian inventor Thor born in Oslo in 1863. Bjørklund and is found in most 6.Since 1947, the Christmas tree at Scandinavian households today. Trafalgar Square in London has 3.The word “ski” comes from the been gifted to the people of Norwegian word “skíð” which Britain from the city of Oslo as a means “stick of wood” in English. token of gratitude for British The first public skiing competition support of Norway during second was held in Tromsø, Norway in World War. 1843. Six things that you might not know to be Norwegian 2 2 3 4 4 4 8 9 9 10 12 13 15 17 18 18 19 19 19 22 23 23 24 24 30 Wenche Eilertsen Joan Knapp Curt Jensen Julian Gauld Sophia Mackinley Margaret Sorensen Maurice Johansen Sharon Doty Hilary McIntyre Machel Johnston Myrtle Akre Donald Johannessen Caroline Melo Solfrid White Jan Andreassen Muriel Forslund Trevor Hansen Donald Hargrove Harley Stepanick Susan Ridley Bjorn Simonsen John Bell Joshua Solomon Lily Solomon Annamarie Kinskofer 2014 General Meeting Refreshments Oct 8 Leikarring Nov 12 Jenteklubben Dec 10 All members attending the meeting RUNER PAGE 6 OCTOBER 2014 Election of 2015 Lodge Officers NORSK FOLKEDANS STEMNE 2014 Correction: Instructors came from Norway (Evald, Elise, Mari, Eward, Alix) and the USA (Roo, Larry, Jeff, Jane, Bill, Bart, Loretta) to teach a variety of dances and music (torador, flatfele, hardingfele, and nyckelharpa). Runer Deadlines Oct 13 Over the next month the nomination committee may be contacting you about becoming a 2015 officer of Eidsvold Lodge {all positions are for one year terms}. Please consider running for an office. ALL Positions are open to all members until November 12th General Meeting. All nominations must come through the nomination committee. Following is a brief outline of the various jobs. EIDSVOLD OFFICERS Oct 21 Nov 18 Dec 16 The 2016 International Convention is slated for Tacoma, Washington. Jette has Cookbooks for Sale! Normanna Celebrating 70 Years 21 of the Ladies' Auxiliary, have put together a coil-bound cookbook of favorite, tried and true recipes. The fund raiser helps the Normanna Rest Home. These are only $10.00 each and would be an excellent gift. You'll want one for yourself as well. See them at the Hall when you see me, or phone to place your order, 250-595-3375. VIKING SPECIALTIES If you’re in need of an item, Daphne can be reached at 250-477-1836 PRESIDENT Presides at meetings Appoints committees Countersigns official documents of the lodge Oversees lodge functioning and operations VICE PRESIDENT Substitutes for or represents the president upon request Chairs the membership committee SECRETARY and ASSISTANT SECRETARY Handles correspondence Takes and distributes minutes of the meeting Orders supplies Signs official documents of the lodge TREASURER Receives all monies and receipts from financial secretary Receives all bills against the lodge Keeps books of account FINANCIAL & MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Receives all monies due the lodge Keeps a record of income Handles membership applications and records COUNSELOR Aids, assists, and counsels other officers PROGRAM DIRECTORS SOCIAL DIRECTOR Selects songs used in ceremonies Plans and supervises social activities RUNER OCTOBER 2014 CULTURAL DIRECTOR Assists social director in planning programs that promote and preserve Norwegian heritage and culture Arranges activities such as language classes, singing groups, folk-dancing, and other programs and activities with a culture or heritage focus SPORTS AND RECREATION DIRECTOR Plans and supervises sports and recreation activities Coordinates activities with social director YOUTH DIRECTOR Supervises junior lodge activities and/or activities for Heritage and Unge Venner members Develops youth social, recreational, and cultural activities FOUNDATION DIRECTOR Increases members’ awareness of the Foundation and its value as a significant benefit of membership Promotes the Foundation to the members and the community Helps the Foundation grow financially PAGE 7 MARSHAL and ASSISTANT MARSHAL Presents and retires the colors Distributes and collects paraphernalia of the lodge Escorts visitors and candidates to be welcomed into the lodge GREETERS Greets members and visitors attending lodge meetings Introduce them to a member who will take them under their wing. Obtain their name. Also name, number and location of their home lodge if applicable so that the president can introduce them. HALL BOARD Have custody of property of the lodge Holds title to investment(s) of the lodge, with the exception of real estate HISTORIAN Records the historical events of the lodge Has custody of lodge historical records Compiles an annual lodge history and scrapbook Act as custodian of all records and materials pertained to the history of the lodge SUPPORT DIRECTORS AUDITOR To audit accounts of the lodge annually, or at other times if so required or requested. MUSICIAN Assists president and social director, when called upon, to provide music for meetings and events. EDITOR Publishes and distributes lodge newsletter To keep your lodge informed of events Provide members with other information they will find interesting as members of Sons of Norway LIBRARIAN Supervises book-lending library Arrange for new books in cooperation with other officer Supervise the lending and to make sure books are returning in good order and timely fashion Be present at the library according to the instruction of the lodge PUBLICITY DIRECTOR Maintains a good public image for the lodge Submits news releases to local media Sends lodge news and photos to the district news editor Sent photos to the district publicity director for submission in the Viking magazine Write a quarterly article for the Quadra Hillside News SUNSHINE CHAIRPERSON Identify ill or bereaved members Keep the lodge informed about their condition Encourage others to show their concern through visits, cards, letters and flowers Sons of Norway Eidsvold Lodge 7-53 1110 Hillside Avenue Victoria, British Columbia V8T 2A7 Lodge Meetings: Hall Rentals: Phone: 250-386-7792 Lodge e-mail: eidsvold53@shaw.ca Web site: www.eidsvoldsofn.com 7:30 PM second Wednesday of each month norwayhallrentals@gmail.com or call 250-386-9812 President: Vance Hanson 250-477-2249 president_eidsvold53@shaw.ca Vice President: Secretary: Daphne Shaw 250-477-1836 Cultural Director: Judith Hanson 250-477-2249 Sunshine: jnhib@shaw.ca Margarete Gilstein 250-598-7030 Sports and Recreation Director: Runer Editor Salli Vold 250-474-7720runernews@gmail.com Contacts Bowling 4 PM—Thursdays @ Miracle Lanes, Sidney Joani Knapp Cell: 250-889-8891 Cultural Night 7 PM— 1st Wednesday of the month. Program varies each month. Judith Hanson 250-477-2249 Time & Location vary Joani Knapp Jenteklubben jnhib@shaw.ca Cell: 250-889-8891 tjknapp0@gmail.com Leikarring {Folk Dancing} 7 PM every Tuesday ~ First visit is FREE ~ drop in $5.00 Mel Klassen Library Open during regular meetings and Tuesday Drop-In Jan Andreassen Norsk Klassen 250-595-7052 mklassen2004@shaw.ca 1 PM—Tuesdays Sessions—10 weeks Spring Session starting late January Fall Session starting early October Open House/ Drop-In 12:00—3:00 PM every Tuesday Jette Denluck Torskeklubben 6:30 PM last Wednesday of the month Jan Andreassen 250-595-3375