By Violette Twiggs, Unofficial Inspector of Ugliness in Winter Wardrobes At Hogwarts, the ugly Christmas jumper is not just a sweater. It is a magical weapon of chaos, a public statement of taste (or lack thereof) and, in extreme cases also a minor curse (like the one that first year slytherin wore last year with…
DetailsMythology (All Years) Professor Hargrave (Calisto Hinterland) Spend 10 minutes alone outdoors, no wand waving, no shouting spells at squirrels. Record the following, a natural sign or omen you observe, what you believe it might symbolize, which deity you think could be associated with that sign, and why. Potions (All Years) Professor Rask (Valent1ne Apogee) Brew one…
DetailsWelcome to Mishaps & Munchies, where Anastasia Hemlock, a daring Gryffindor with a sweet tooth and a knack for trouble, takes you on a journey through the unpredictable world of magical munchies. Here, recipes don’t always go to plan… but that’s half the fun! From cauldrons bubbling over to desserts that decide to grow wings,…
DetailsBy Violette Twiggs – weather forecasting journalist, hopeful survivor, and part-time scarf burrito Welcome, fellow sufferers of the North, to another episode of “Violette Warns You About Things the Staff Pretend Aren’t That Bad.” Today’s subject: Scottish winter. You’d think living in a castle full of fireplaces, charms, and cute magical creatures would make winter…
DetailsThis month I’m going try to find holiday themed Fairy tales to share until break! This one tells one of the many versions of the Origin of the Christmas tree! AND it has a fairy! I can’t find who wrote it down. The Christmas Fairy of Strasburg Once, long ago, there lived near the ancient…
DetailsIt’s Quidditch Time! – By Lumos and Nox Hufflepuff V Ravenclaw – 520 – 390 And there we have it! Another day, another game! It really feels like now the Hogwarts Quidditch season is live, and if you’re still wondering: how do I get into this? What do I know about this? When is Quidditch?…
Detailsby Timocleia Gwilym, Fifth Year, Gryffindor The Mari Lwyd, or y Fari Lwyd, is a tradition around the holidays celebrated principally by Muggles in South Wales. It got its start likely in the 17th century, with Muggles first writing about it around the year 1800. The Mari Lwyd tradition is attached to the larger British…
DetailsTransfiguration (All Years) Professor Banks (JoannahRose Resident) write a parchment responding to this prompt: In the light of the conversation about ethics our recent transfiguration class. Are bad choices made with good intentions are still considered bad? ((https://forms.gle/3QxPkwxGhy3C1vWL9 ))
DetailsHi Lucky, I’m in Like with one of my best friends, but I’m not sure if he likes me back! What do the cards say I should do? Should I be cool, or should I tell them? Thanks! X Hopelessly In Like Dear Hopelessly In Like, The Four of Swords reversed has found you. This…
DetailsRumour Has It is for the sharp tongued among us, and the people who claim to deplore gossip, but secretly read it all the same. Ruffled Feathers are for those who need help and advice. Confessions are something entirely different. Got something you want off your chest? Need to scream it from the Astronomy Tower…
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