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SUMMARY:Nordic Kaffepause - A Relaxing Coffee Break with Norwegian Treats
DESCRIPTION:Nordic Kaffepause – A Relaxing Coffee Break with Norwegian Treats\nSunday\, Dec. 7\, 2025\n2:00 – 4:00 p.m. \nSt. John’s Lutheran Church Hall\n500 Third Street West\, Northfield\, MN \n\nNorwegian Heart-Shaped Waffles\nScandinavian Cookies\nRØMMEGRØT!\nCoffee – bottomless cup!\n\nLIVE MUSIC and DANCING by Randvig Norvoll\, Kaia Ellis\, and Brett Stime\nJessica Page will be demonstrating how to make her Exceptional Lefsa (and selling lefsa) \n$15/Adults * $10/Kids 5-10 years old * FREE/4 years and under\n$35 max/Family\nTickets at the door \nSponsored by Sons of Norway\, Northfield\, Nordmarka Lodge 1-585\nA Fundraiser to support Language Camp Students\nCall 612-701-5517 for more info \nVELKOMMEN!\n 
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/nordic-kaffepause-a-relaxing-coffee-break-with-norwegian-treats/
LOCATION:St. John’s Lutheran Church Hall\, 500 Third Street West\, Northfield\, MN\, 55057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T180000
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SUMMARY:Lyndale Lutheran Church Lutefisk & Meatball Julebord
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy Lutefisk\, Swedish Meatballs\, Lingonberry Sauce\, Homemade Lefse\, Pickled Beets\, Roasted Potatoes\, Mashed Rutabagas\, Pickled Herring\, Crankake\, and Rolls. \nEntertainment provided by Singleton Street from 2:30 pm – 5:50 pm in the sanctuary. \nReservations are preferred. \nReserve your spot by calling the church at 763-479-1719 or by email at lyndaleletheran@frontiernet.net. \nAdult tickets are $30.00\, children aged 4-12 are $5.00 and those under age 3 are free. \nTakeout meals are available. \nThe dining room is open from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/lyndale-lutheran-church-lutefisk-meatball-julebord/
LOCATION:Lyndale Lutheran Church\, 8012 County Road 6\, MAPLE PLAIN\, MN\, 55359\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dinner
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyndale Lutheran Church Council":MAILTO:lyndalelutheran@frontiernet.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T203000
DTSTAMP:20260412T154307
CREATED:20251121T160032Z
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SUMMARY:Join Us for a Heartwarming Nordic Julebord Celebration!
DESCRIPTION:Come immerse yourself in the cozy traditions of a true Norwegian Christmas Julebord!\nLearn how to create an authentic Scandinavian holiday feast\, sample delicious favorites from our lodge members (think herring\, ribbe\, lutefisk\, krumkake\, and plenty of akevitt cheer)\, and feel free to bring your own beloved Julebord dish or treat to share.
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/join-us-for-a-heartwarming-nordic-julebord-celebration/
LOCATION:Isanti County Historical Society\, 33525 Flanders St. NE\, Cambridge\, MN\, 55008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251123T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251123T163000
DTSTAMP:20260412T154307
CREATED:20251028T131239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T140038Z
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SUMMARY:Glaedelig Jul Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Peterson Point Preservation Foundation\, in conjunction with Gro Svendsen Lodge 1-689\, will be holding its annual Glaedelig Jul Christmas concert and fundraiser On November 23\, 2025 at Estherville Lutheran Church in Estherville\, IA.   \nThe fundraiser is to raise money for operational costs for Brugjeld Peterson Historic Farmstead\, a 160-year-old Norwegian-American farmstead\, which has been on the National Registry of Historic Places since 2000.  There will be a silent auction with several Scandinavian items including rosemaling\, carvings and pewter spoons\, as well as gift baskets and food items.  The silent auction starts at 1pm.  At 2pm\, the concert will begin\, and afterwards there will be Scandinavian treats and coffee to enjoy while winners of the silent auction are announced. \nFree will offerings for the concert are appreciated.
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/glaedelig-jul-fundraiser-2/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Concert,Fundraiser,Rosemaling,Silent Auction
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251122T140000
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CREATED:20250624T185639Z
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SUMMARY:Scandinavian Festival
DESCRIPTION:This annual Scandinavian Festival is free and features a bake sale\, vendors with Norwegian\, Swedish\, Finnish\, Icelandic and more products\, crafts\, gifts and specialty food times including Waffles\, Rommegrot\, Polse\, Norwegian cookies\, Coffee and more for purchase. \nLots of parking and easy access — bring cash and do your Christmas “baking” and shopping all at one event on Saturday\, Nov. 22 from 10 am. to 2 pm. More info — contact jewelsdi@yahoo.com.
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/scandinavian-festival/
LOCATION:Our Savior’s Lutheran Church\, 612 South Ellsworth Road\, Mesa\, AZ\, 85208\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T200000
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CREATED:20251103T153057Z
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SUMMARY:Vestland Lodge’s Annual Taste of Scandinavia and Holiday Craft Sale
DESCRIPTION:Minnetonka Community Center\n14600 Minnetonka Blvd\nMinnetonka\, MN 55345 \nDate: Tuesday\, November 18\nTime: 6:30 p.m. doors open! \nScandinavian food tasting (6:30-7:30 pm)\nSilent Auction (6:30-8:00 pm)\nA Variety of Vendors \n\nKubb Game\nRosemaling\nThe Lefse King\nEmbroidered Linens\nSota Gnomes\nJams & Jellies\, Salty Provisions\nScandinavian-inspired candles\nWool\, Acrylic\, Leather Bags\n\n• Entertainment \nAdmission $12\nPublic Welcome!\nFor more information contact Lori @ 612-396-0929 or lja756@aol.com
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/vestland-lodges-annual-taste-of-scandinavia-and-holiday-craft-sale/
LOCATION:Minnetonka Community Center\, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd.\, Minnetonka\, MN\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Vestland #1-601":MAILTO:mjbalfanz@msn.com
GEO:44.9397824;-93.4665733
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Minnetonka Community Center 14600 Minnetonka Blvd. Minnetonka MN United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=14600 Minnetonka Blvd.:geo:-93.4665733,44.9397824
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T154307
CREATED:20250915T204146Z
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SUMMARY:Hold the Lutefisk (It's beginning to Smell a to Like Christmas)
DESCRIPTION:This event is hosted by the Sons of Norway Scandia Lodge on Tuesday November 18\, 2025 at the Waconia Middle School Auditorium. \nThe Looney Lutherans are a trio of wacky\, lovable gals from the cast of the popular “Church Basement Ladies theater series. The Looneys use music\, comedy and audience participation to create a uniquely enjoyable and family-friendly theater experience that will keep you laughing all night long. \nFor their performance on November 18 the warm and witty Looneys will help the audience enjoy the spirit of the season by sharing tips for surviving the Holidays\, the Lutheran way (but you don’t have to be Lutheran to benefit or laugh along at their sage advice!) Segments include letters to Santa\, Christmas Charades and maybe even a visit from Saint Nick himself! \nMake your Yuletide bright by ordering tickets to Hold the Lutefisk today. (It’s the most fun you’ll ever have on a Tuesday night\, doncha know.) \nDoors open at 6:30PM\, show begins at 7:00
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/hold-the-lutefisk-its-beginning-to-smell-a-to-like-christmas/
LOCATION:Waconia Middle School Auditorium\, 1400 Community Drive\, Waconia\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Theater Play
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ORGANIZER;CN="Scandia Lodge 1-680 Waconia MN":MAILTO:john.ofstehage@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T154307
CREATED:20251028T162957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T154633Z
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SUMMARY:Gro Svendsen Lodge Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Gro Svendsen Lodge 1-689 will hold it’s monthly meeting on Wednesday\, November 12th at 6:30pm.   \nFellowship meal will be served prior to the meeting at 5:45pm. \nThe meeting will be held at Wallingford Lutheran Church in Wallingford\, IA. \nCultural Presentation will be Kris Erickson Rowley\, author of Trolls: Mythical Creatures. \nAll are welcome. \nA free will offering for the meal would be appreciated.
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/gro-svendsen-lodge-monthly-meeting-3/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Dinner
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251109T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T154307
CREATED:20251020T131457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T203651Z
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SUMMARY:VIKING DAYS
DESCRIPTION:THE VIKINGS ARE COMING!\nWe are happy to present our 3rd annual Viking Days at the Sons of Norway Lodge at 1106 S 15th in Tacoma on November 8 and 9\, Saturday and Sunday\, 10am-4pm. You’ll have vikings\, crafts\, gifts\, music\, dancing\, meatballs etc…! Did anyone say meatball sundaes? Full lineup to be shared later\nAdmission and parking free.
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/viking-days-2/2025-11-09/
LOCATION:Normanna Hall – Tacoma\, WA\, 1106 South 15th St.\, Tacoma\, WA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251108T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T154307
CREATED:20251020T131457Z
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SUMMARY:VIKING DAYS
DESCRIPTION:THE VIKINGS ARE COMING!\nWe are happy to present our 3rd annual Viking Days at the Sons of Norway Lodge at 1106 S 15th in Tacoma on November 8 and 9\, Saturday and Sunday\, 10am-4pm. You’ll have vikings\, crafts\, gifts\, music\, dancing\, meatballs etc…! Did anyone say meatball sundaes? Full lineup to be shared later\nAdmission and parking free.
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/viking-days-2/2025-11-08/
LOCATION:Normanna Hall – Tacoma\, WA\, 1106 South 15th St.\, Tacoma\, WA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T154307
CREATED:20251010T164307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T164307Z
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SUMMARY:A Taste of Scandinavia
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/a-taste-of-scandinavia/
LOCATION:Gustavus Adolphus Lutheran Church\, St. Paul\, MN\, 1669 Arcade St.\, St. Paul\, MN\, MN\, 55106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dinner
ORGANIZER;CN="Synn%C3%B8ve-Nordkap Lodge 1-008%2C St. Paul%2C MN":MAILTO:synn-nord@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T203000
DTSTAMP:20260412T154307
CREATED:20250828T124936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T124936Z
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SUMMARY:Eden Ehm-Hardanger Fiddle Concert
DESCRIPTION:Hardanger Fiddle player\, Eden Ehm\, will start out our 2025-26 concert series at Janice K Lund Performing Arts Center.  The Sons of Norway\, Gro Svendsen Lodge 1-689\, will be sponsoring the event.  Open to the public.  Tickets are $15 at the door.
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/eden-ehm-hardanger-fiddle-concert/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T203000
DTSTAMP:20260412T154307
CREATED:20251015T160321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T160321Z
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SUMMARY:Stave Church Trivia Game Night
DESCRIPTION:Join Rumelva Lodge at Isanti County Historical Society as we learn about the wooden wonders that brought Christianity to the Scandinavian People during the medieval times.\nFollowing the brief history lesson\, we are going to have friendly\, stress-free trivia game. Refreshments and snacks provided complimentary of Sons of Norway Rumelva Lodge.
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/stave-church-trivia-game-night/
LOCATION:Isanti County Historical Society\, 33525 Flanders St. NE\, Cambridge\, MN\, 55008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Viking History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T180000
DTSTAMP:20260412T154307
CREATED:20251013T213400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T213400Z
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SUMMARY:54th Annual Lutefisk and Meatball Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Sverdrup Lodge 4-107  Bismarck ND is hosting its annual Lutefisk and Meatball Dinner
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/54th-annual-lutefisk-and-meatball-dinner/
LOCATION:Mandan Eagles Club\, Collins Ave\, Mandan\, ND\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Sverdrup Lodge Bismarck ND":MAILTO:grammas@bektel.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T154307
CREATED:20250915T201808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T203435Z
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SUMMARY:Imagine Life on Board the Restauration
DESCRIPTION:Imagine Life on Board the Restauration\nSaturday\, October 18\, 2025\, 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.\nElks Park\, south side of 3rd Street Bridge\, Thief River Falls\, MN \nThe Restauration measured 54’ long x 16’ wide and held 52 passengers for the voyage to America. The ship will be outlined in the grass and\, beginning at 2:00 p.m.\, everyone will be encouraged to be part of groups of 52 persons standing inside this outline (including children) to attempt to understand what life would have been like on this ship for the three-month voyage. Photos will be taken beginning at 2:00 p.m. Hot dogs and ice cream\, traditionally eaten in Norway on Syttende Mai\, will be served. Shuttles provided from parking lot at 2nd and Horace Streets. FREEWILL DONATION. \n  \nFor additional information on any of the above\, contact: auchenpaugh@gmail.com \n  \n 
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/imagine-life-on-board-the-restauration/
LOCATION:Elks Park\, South side of 3rd Street Bridge\, Thief River Falls\, MN\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T154307
CREATED:20250915T201306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T203243Z
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SUMMARY:Sloopers\, Cleng Peerson and Immigration prior to Civil War
DESCRIPTION:Sloopers\, Cleng Peerson and Immigration prior to Civil War\nWednesday\, October 15\, 2025\, 7:00 p.m.\nThief River Falls Public Library\, 102 1st St E\, Thief River Falls\, MN \nFaye Auchenpaugh\, local historian\, will speak on Cleng Peerson’s extensive travels in America and his impact on Norwegian immigration\, how Quakers ended up in Norway with its Lutheran national religion\, why the Sloopers decided to emigrate\, and their voyage and settlement in America. She will also talk of Ole Rynning’s “True Account of America” in which he used a helpful question-and-answer dialog to address the fears of the prospective emigrant and will include patterns of settlement and a brief account of the beginnings of the various Norwegian Lutheran synods. Copies of Rynning’s work will be for sale. FREEWILL DONATION. \n  \nFor additional information on any of the above\, contact: auchenpaugh@gmail.com \n  \n 
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/sloopers-cleng-peerson-and-immigration-prior-to-civil-war/
LOCATION:Thief River Falls Public Library\, 102 1st St E\, Thief River Falls\, MN\, 56701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T154307
CREATED:20251013T213341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T213341Z
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SUMMARY:Synnøve-Nordkap Monthly Lodge Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Why is Oct 9 chosen for Leif Erikson Day?  Because the ship Restauration\, coming from Stavanger\, Norway\, arrived on October 9.\nJoin us at our October 14 Lodge Meeting.  Our own lodge member\, Leif Erickson\, was chosen to be “the” Leif Erikson while a teenager for the first Leif Erikson Day. He will present his story\, starting with his selection\, his experiences in Washington D.C.\, and\na clip of him speaking at this occasion. \nOur meeting will begin at 6 pm with a light supper of potato soup ($5) followed by Leif’s presentation.  We meet at Gustavus Adolphus Lutheran Church\, 1669 Arcade Street\, St. Paul.
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/synnove-nordkap-monthly-lodge-meeting/2025-10-14/2/
LOCATION:Gustavus Adolphus Lutheran Church\, St. Paul\, MN\, 1669 Arcade St.\, St. Paul\, MN\, MN\, 55106\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Synn%C3%B8ve-Nordkap Lodge 1-008%2C St. Paul%2C MN":MAILTO:synn-nord@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T154307
CREATED:20251013T213341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T213341Z
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SUMMARY:Synnøve-Nordkap Monthly Lodge Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Why is Oct 9 chosen for Leif Erikson Day?  Because the ship Restauration\, coming from Stavanger\, Norway\, arrived on October 9.\nJoin us at our October 14 Lodge Meeting.  Our own lodge member\, Leif Erickson\, was chosen to be “the” Leif Erikson while a teenager for the first Leif Erikson Day. He will present his story\, starting with his selection\, his experiences in Washington D.C.\, and\na clip of him speaking at this occasion. \nOur meeting will begin at 6 pm with a light supper of potato soup ($5) followed by Leif’s presentation.  We meet at Gustavus Adolphus Lutheran Church\, 1669 Arcade Street\, St. Paul.
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/synnove-nordkap-monthly-lodge-meeting/2025-10-14/1/
LOCATION:Gustavus Adolphus Lutheran Church\, St. Paul\, MN\, 1669 Arcade St.\, St. Paul\, MN\, MN\, 55106\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Synn%C3%B8ve-Nordkap Lodge 1-008%2C St. Paul%2C MN":MAILTO:synn-nord@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251013T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251013T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T154307
CREATED:20250915T200607Z
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SUMMARY:Historic Nordic Wooden Instruments
DESCRIPTION:Historic Nordic Wooden Instruments\nMonday\, October 13\, 2025\, 7:00 p.m.\nNorthland College Auditorium\, 1101 Hwy 1 East\, Thief River Falls\, MN \nCarol Thompson from Maddock\, ND has made a number of historic wooden Nordic instruments\, including a Psalmodican\, Langeleik\, Finnish Kantele\, Lur\, Kuhorn \, Mountain Dulcimer\, Swedish Nyckelharpa\, and Bowed Psaltery\, which is not Scandinavian but a more recent type of psaltery or zither that is played with a bow in contrast to being plucked. Thompson will give a presentation on these instruments\, their history\, the thought process behind the construction\, and each instrument’s sounds and songs. Robert “Bud” Larsen\, Hardanger fiddle maker from Brainerd\, MN\, will explain the history and concept of the Hardanger fiddle and the process of making or repairing one. Aubrey Connett\, recent graduate of St. Olar who studied the Hardanger fiddle\, will not only play several tunes but will explain the many differences in how this fiddle is played compared to a traditional violin. She will demonstrate on both the Hardanger and violin so the audience can see and hear these differences. FREEWILL DONATION. \n  \nFor additional information on any of the above\, contact: auchenpaugh@gmail.com \n  \n 
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/historic-nordic-wooden-instruments/
LOCATION:Northland College Auditorium\, 1101 Highway One East\, Thief River Falls\, MN\, 56701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251013T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T154307
CREATED:20250915T203758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T203758Z
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SUMMARY:New Land\, New Life
DESCRIPTION:New Land\, New Life\nOctober 13 -18\, 2025\nThief River Falls Public Library\, 102 1st St E\, Thief River Falls\, MN \nExhibit on Norwegian Immigration to Minnesota\, 1825 to 1925. Farm settlements and homesteading\, churches and congregations\, urban life\, folk arts\, fine arts\, and more. \n  \nFor additional information on any of the above\, contact: auchenpaugh@gmail.com \n  \n 
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/new-land-new-life/
LOCATION:Thief River Falls Public Library\, 102 1st St E\, Thief River Falls\, MN\, 56701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T154307
CREATED:20250721T182022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T185812Z
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SUMMARY:Leif Erikson and Norwegian-American Centennial Cantata
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 9 at 7 pm\nCalvary Lutheran Church\, Federal Way (map)\nPre-register here \nFriday\, October 10 at 7 pm\nCross of Christ Lutheran Church\, Bellevue (map)\nPre-register here \nSunday\, October 12 at 3 pm\nBallard First Lutheran Church\, Seattle (map)\nPre-register here \n  \nIn collaboration with Puget Sound Concert Opera we will be commemorating Crossings 200 with performances of Seattle’s own Norwegian-American immigrant Gerard Tonning’s Norwegian-language opera Leif Erikson alongside F. Melius Christiansen’s Norwegian-American Centennial Cantata\, reflecting on 200 years of Norwegian immigration to America. \nGerard Tonning composed Leif Erikson over a century ago and it has not been heard in nearly as long. We are excited to resurrect this beautiful work chronicling the adventures of Norway’s most famous adventurer. Our Composer-in-Residence Steven Luksan has spent years reconstructing this opera from fragments and manuscripts which had been stored in the basement of the University of Washington library. This will be sung in Norwegian and English with English spoken dialogue. \nFounder of the Saint Olaf Choir\, F. Melius Christiansen’s Norwegian-American Centennial Cantata was composed one-hundred years ago for the centennial of this same immigration celebration. We welcome singers from the community to join us in singing in the chorus of this monumental work. Don’t worry… this one is all in English. All voice types and experiences welcome. \nWant to sing with us? Sign up here!\nRehearsals are at Ballard First Lutheran Church: \nWednesday\, September 24\, 7-9 pm\nMonday\, September 29\, 7-9 pm\nWednesday\, October 1\, 7-9 pm\nSunday\, October 5\, 4-6 pm (required)\nTuesday\, October 7\, 6:30-8 pm Dress Rehearsal (required) \nQuestions? Email info@nwegriegsociety.org or contact us here. \nFeaturing:\nMicah Parker\, baritone as Leif Erikson\nLaura Loge\, soprano as Gudrid\nKatie Stevenson\, mezzo-soprano as Thorbjorg & Tyrker\nTerence Mejos\, baritone as Halfred\, Priest\, and Cantata soloist\nKaren Dunstan\, soprano as Nun & Cantata soloist\nJohn Burkhardt\, piano\, Music Director\, Leif Erikson\nThe PSCO chorus and chamber ensemble\,\nScott Fikse\, NWEGS conductor-in-residence & Cantata chorusmaster\nSteven Luksan\, composer & arranger \nFree and open to the public\nDonations welcome \nThese concerts are supported\, in part\, by the City of Bellevue\, 4Culture\, and the Sons of Norway Foundation.
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/leif-erikson-and-norwegian-american-centennial-cantata/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Concert
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ORGANIZER;CN="Northwest Edvard Grieg Society":MAILTO:info@nwegriegsociety.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T110000
DTSTAMP:20260412T154307
CREATED:20250903T202301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T202301Z
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SUMMARY:Høst Frokost (Norwegian fall breakfast)
DESCRIPTION:Norwegian breakfast foods including eggs\, heart waffles\, herring\, smoked salmon\, sliced cold meats\, smørgrøt\, norsk cookies\, breads and cheeses.  Always plenty of coffee\, juice or milk. \nServing from 7:30 to 11:00 AM  – Saturday\, October 4\, 2025 \nat the Mt. Horeb\, WI community center\, 107 N. Grove St.\, Mt. Horeb\, WI
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/host-frokost-norwegian-fall-breakfast/
LOCATION:Mt. Horeb Community Center\, 107 N. Grove Street\, Mount Horeb\, WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breakfast
GEO:43.0095919;-89.7400129
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T154307
CREATED:20250816T180907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250816T180907Z
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SUMMARY:200th Anniversary of the Sailing of the Restauration  The Story of the Norwegian Mayflower
DESCRIPTION:200th Anniversary of the Sailing of the Restauration \nThe Story of the Norwegian Mayflower \nSeptember 28\, 2025 \nBemidji Eagles Club 1270 Neilson Ave SE\, Bemidji\, MN 56601 \n4 PM  Museum Exhibit: New Land\, New Life: Norwegian Immigration to Minnesota\, 1825-1925 \n5 PM Walleye Dinner including baked potato\, green beans\, cole slaw\, dinner roll & kransekake \nFollowing the meal will be: \nProgram on the sailing of the Restauration. George Olson will tell the story of the Norwegian Mayflower \nMusic by Project Constellation \nCost is $20. Tickets are on sale August 28 through September 20 and can be purchased at Lueken’s Grocery North or South in Bemidji or by emailing sbensen@paulbunyan.net
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/200th-anniversary-of-the-sailing-of-the-restauration-the-story-of-the-norwegian-mayflower-2/
LOCATION:WI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T154307
CREATED:20250812T193858Z
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SUMMARY:200th Anniversary of the Sailing of the Restauration – The Story of the Norwegian Mayflower
DESCRIPTION:4 PM Appetizers and the New Land\, New Life display. Trace the saga of Norwegian immigration to Minnesota \n5 PM Dinner: Walleye\, Baked Potato\, Green Beans\, Cole Slaw\, Dinner Roll. Kransekake. \nThe Sailing of the Restauration Program by George Olson and music by Project Constellation to follow dinner \nCost: $20. Tickets may be purchased at Luekens North or South in Bemidji through Sept 20. \nFor info contact:  sbensen@paulbunyan.net or visit our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/bemidjisonsofnorway/
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/200th-anniversary-of-the-sailing-of-the-restauration-the-story-of-the-norwegian-mayflower/
LOCATION:WI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T203000
DTSTAMP:20260412T154307
CREATED:20250922T124911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T124911Z
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SUMMARY:Tree Ornament: Make it\, Take it and Norwegian Bingo Night
DESCRIPTION:Looking to make a Norwegian tree ornament for the holidays? Join us as we help you make the perfect\, personal ornament. Then join in for some fun as we play Norwegian Bingo. Choose to make a Norwegian tree ornament or play Norwegian Bingo.
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/tree-ornament-make-it-take-it-and-norwegian-bingo-night/
LOCATION:Isanti County Historical Society\, 33525 Flanders St. NE\, Cambridge\, MN\, 55008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rosemaling
GEO:45.5742416;-93.1928996
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T193000
DTSTAMP:20260412T154307
CREATED:20250910T132947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T133323Z
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SUMMARY:Fredagstaco - Taco Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we embrace the cozy charm of “fredagstaco\,”or Taco Friday (Thursday in the USA)\, a Scandinavian tradition where tacos are celebrated as the centerpiece of a warm and convivial bonding of people over food! \n\n\n\n\n$35 per person \nIncludes taco bar with chicken taco\, steak taco\, Mexican Caesar salad\, cheese enchiladas\, rice & beans\, corn and flour tortillas\, lettuce\, sour cream\, Pico de Gallo\, cheese\, salsa picante\, sweet corn cake\, tortilla chips & salsa\, chocolate chip cookie\, flan for dessert\, and soft drink\, iced tea\, coffee or lemonade. \n\n\n\n\nRSVP kindly requested to:\nAunda Arndt @ aja469@hotmail.com or 925-548-0292
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/fredagstaco-taco-night/
LOCATION:El Torito Restaurant\, 5 Monarch Bay Drive\, San Leandro\, CA
CATEGORIES:Dinner
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T154307
CREATED:20250828T124956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T124956Z
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SUMMARY:Celebration of the Norwegian Immigrant Story
DESCRIPTION:Idun Lodge 5-074 Sons of Norway and the Edvard Grieg Chorus are working together to present an afternoon of stories and songs to support Trinity Lutheran Church in the restoration of Trinity’s pipe organ and sanctuary.  The program will include music presented by the Grieg Chorus and celebrations of the Norwegian Immigrants that settled in the Near East Side of Madison. Sons of Norway established Idun Lodge in 1907 and the Grieg chorus began in 1925.  Refreshments and displays to follow in the lower level. \nAll are welcome.  Freewill offering to support the organ fund. \nEvent contact: idunlodgemadison@gmail.com\nLocation: Trinity Lutheran Church1904 Winnebago St. \, Madison\, Wisconsin 53704
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/celebration-of-the-norwegian-immigrant-story/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Concert
ORGANIZER;CN="Idun Lodge 5-074":MAILTO:IdunLodgeMadison@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T173000
DTSTAMP:20260412T154307
CREATED:20250721T214459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T214459Z
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SUMMARY:Scandinavian Day Festival
DESCRIPTION:45th  Annual Festival celebrating the cultures of Denmark\, Finland\, Iceland\, Norway and Sweden.\nFeaturing entertainment by Libido Funk Circus\, Songs from the Kingdom of Denmark by Anita Llerche & Bo Riemer\, The Nordic Folk Dancers of Chicago\, Leikarringen Heimhug Dancers\, and story time by Elsa from Frozen. Morning church service\, free pony rides and activities for children\, Scandinavian food and beverages and Scandinavian vendors and displays. \nAdmission $15.00 per person\, children 12 and under free\, free parking. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/scandinavian-day-festival/
LOCATION:Vasa Park – Illinois\, 35W217 Route 31\, South Elgin\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
GEO:41.9754974;-88.304782
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T193000
DTSTAMP:20260412T154307
CREATED:20250630T195222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T195222Z
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SUMMARY:Nordic Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:Scandia Lodge #1-680 in Waconia\, MN\, is again planning a Nordic Music Festival at the Lion’s Park in Victoria\, MN.  The festival will include a wide variety of Nordic dancers\, singers\, instrumentalist\, bands\, and more in the main covered pavillion.   There will also be two smaller tents which where smaller ensembles will be performing.  A group of Nordic Artists and Crafters will be showing their creations and offering them for sale.  There will be plenty of good dining avaiable\, featuring Danish pastries\, Norwegian lefse\, and two food trucks providing additional choices.  A Viking Village will be set up at the Lion’s Park.  A Silent Auction will be held to raise funds for the continuation of this festival. \nBest of all\, admission to the festival and parking are free.
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/nordic-music-festival/
LOCATION:Lion’s Park\, Victoria\, MN\, 82nd St\, Victoria\, MN\, 55386\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Scandia Lodge 1-680 Waconia MN":MAILTO:john.ofstehage@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T203000
DTSTAMP:20260412T154307
CREATED:20250509T165459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T165459Z
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SUMMARY:Lodge Meeting: Lawrence Moe: 200th Anniversary of Emigration\, 1825
DESCRIPTION:This is the Year to Celebrate! We proudly honor our heritage as descendants of the first 50 Norwegians who bravely journeyed across the Atlantic Ocean to the USA\, a voyage that took three arduous months. Unlike the luxurious cruises of today\, they carried their own provisions\, packed their few necessities into a family trunk\, and endured the cramped conditions of a small ship. We are privileged to hear these incredible stories from Dr. Lawrence Moe\, a distinguished professor from the University of Minnesota. With his lifetime of historical expertise\, Dr. Moe will share tales that will instill in us a profound respect for the resilience and determination of our ancestors.\nwebsite for more information: https://kristiania1-47.org/
URL:https://www.sofn.com/event/lodge-meeting-lawrence-moe-200th-anniversary-of-emigration-1825/
LOCATION:Our Savior’s Lutheran Church\, 2124 Viola Rd NE\, Rochester\, MN\, 55906\, United States
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