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This will be an annually updated magazine/news source created by a specific Writing club. If you are interested in joining either the writing team, the editors, or you prefer to do comics, owl Rowan Blackclaw.
Editor in Chief: Rowan Blackclaw
2nd in Command and Head Artist: Joanna Quinn
Last Updated
05/31/21
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June 28
Chapter 1
art by Joanna Quinn
What’s in your Butterbeer?
By: Hannah Groetsch
We have received word that your butterbeer may not be safe to drink. Sure it tastes good, but what’s actually in it? Most of you would say sugar or possibly caramel flavoring, but you’d be wrong. Something much worse lurks inside your favorite drink. Mundungus Fletcher, a frequent visitor at Hogshead pub, spoke with us earlier this week and said that after drinking Butterbeer he frequently feels lightheaded- a sure sign of the dizziness drought. And Mr. Fletcher isn’t the only one. Talented journalist Rita Skeeter says that she won’t drink butterbeer any more due to its “disturbing effects.” That’s not all, due to Butterbeer’s unique flavor there are rumors that it’s also laced with Moonseed potion and Death-Cap Draught, both of which are poisons. We asked Madam Rosmerta from the Three Broomsticks for her opinion on this matter, but received no comment and were promptly removed from the premises . For your safety, we advise you to stop buying butterbeer and use this much safer recipe instead-
Homemade Butterbeer, serves two:
Ingredients:
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
24oz cream soda
4 teaspoons of butterscotch syrup
Directions:
1) Chill two glasses and the cream soda
2) Pour the whipping cream into a bowl and add powdered sugar. Whisk quickly till it thickens and looks like a foam
3) Pour the cream soda into the chilled glasses
4) Add the butterscotch syrup into the cream soda
5) Spoon on the cream topping so that it floats on top of the soda
Thanks to muggle.net for the recipe!
Is Hogwarts hitting the mark?
Written by: Rowan Blackclaw
Edited by: Shelby Hastings
Hogwarts is here! Or is it? The particular site promises the most life like Hogwarts experience yet. But does it live up to its high expectations? Hufflepuff Annie Brook reports she is involved in many clubs. She states she is involved in Elemental Magic (#25,233), Gamer's League (#25,132), Hogwarts Creature Committee (#25,105), Book Club (#25,221), Writing Club (#25,112), and S.P.E.W. (#25,106). Annie notes, “I chose these clubs to meet people who had similar interests and hopefully so that I could make some friends!” Annie tells us she is in Dorm #666. But don’t worry she has assured us that everyone is completely normal and certainly not obsessed with the Dark Arts.
Annie then further states that she does not normally find difficulty in making friends, however on HIH, she wishes it were easier to connect with people with similar interests. When asked about the activities at Hogwarts, Annie replied, “I think that maybe a few more activities wouldn't go amiss, as the only game currently is trivia, which is great but not very varied. I would suggest there should also be some games to go with the courses that make things more practical.” Indeed the only extra activity seems to be trivia, and many students have expressed disinterest in the so-called ‘game’
Ravenclaw Skye Lunar suggests Quidditch be added to the site, “whether as a minigame or another program though, I don't know.” Skye also adds she thinks it would be exciting to have some sort of inter-house Yule Ball, accompanied by a tri-wizard tournament, and finally Club and Dorm specific events. Skye states, “ I would like to see an area with private Forums, so Clubs could set up their own activities and events without them getting "lost in the feed". Annie also suggests that Gringotts Wizarding Bank be brought back, as it adds individuality to each user.
On a closing note, Annie expresses some positive thoughts about HIH, “I love that I can learn so much more about the magical world and that so much effort goes into the lessons and books.” Skye Lunar continues with her admiration for the class work and lessons, “They're so in-depth, they help me to explore the world of Harry Potter in ways I never dreamed possible.” What does this mean for the future of Hogwarts Is Here? Can we expect to see any other improvements made to the site and will there be any upcoming games and activities? Only time can tell.
Ask Ivy! Written by Ivy Nettlebed Edited by Denise Crume Has your cauldron gone cold? Can’t find your recipe for fried fresh water plimpies? Then it’s time to ask Ivy! My dear readers, as some of you may already know, due to an unfortunate magical accident I have recently lost about 23% of my memory. The good news is, as my family will attest, my recipes are all 78% accurate! So, if you need some help in the kitchen, I’m your witch! First let me just mention my dear helper whom I could not leave without, Tiggy. Tiggy is my house elf and for those of my readers who are members of E.L.F. (the Elf Liberation Front) please know that Tiggy is paid well for her services as a free house elf. She is also an absolute wonder in the kitchen. That being said, I submit to you a recipe that Tiggy has helped me remember. In our little cottage we call it a Nutty Chicken Blankets these are similar to what Muggles call wrap sandwiches. The first step is to determine how many witches and wizards you are feeding and how many blankets you need. My children love these and as they are resistant to spoiling they are great to pack on field trips where food may be sparse like excursions into the Dark Forest. The recipe is as follows: Nutty Chicken Blankets one (1) package of sandwich wraps (found in muggle grocery stores or you can ask your house elf to whip some up from scratch) coleslaw mix (you can prepare shredded cabbage and carrots from scratch or pick up a bag at the muggle grocery store) a package of sliced deli chicken breast or tenders pre-cooked (found also in the muggle grocery store) peanut butter (chunky or smooth, just go with your mood) teriyaki sauce Depending on how many blankets you wish to make you will need about one tablespoon of peanut butter per blanket. Measure the peanut butter into a microwave safe dish, if you are using three or more spoonfuls then you will add a tablespoon full of teriyaki sauce to the peanut butter. If you are only making one blanket then just use a dash of teriyaki sauce. Cover the dish with paper towel and microwave until the peanut butter is melted (any where from 45 seconds to a minute or longer depending on how much peanut butter you are using and for longer times stir often). I have a feeling I may have forgotten something but if it’s an ingredient I can’t remember then it’s probably not worth adding. Now, with your wand you can then spread the peanut butter, teriyaki sauce mix over your blankets, fill them with the coleslaw mix and chicken, wrap up snug and enjoy! Have you got a question or a recipe you would like share? Send me an Owl!
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