Norway culture

Bunads, The Traditional Folk Costumes of Norway

Join Rumelva Lodge 1-685 on Thursday March 26th at 6:30PM at Isanti County Historical Society for a special free community event celebrating Bunads of Norway — the vibrant traditional costumes that embody -Norwegian heritage and identity. Rooted in 19th-century national romanticism and inspired by historic folk attire from pre-industrial rural life, each Bunad features unique regional designs, intricate embroidery, silver brooches (sølje), [...]

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Join Us for a Heartwarming Nordic Julebord Celebration!

Come immerse yourself in the cozy traditions of a true Norwegian Christmas Julebord! Learn 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.

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Stave Church Trivia Game Night

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. Following 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.

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Leif Erikson and Norwegian-American Centennial Cantata

Thursday, October 9 at 7 pm Calvary Lutheran Church, Federal Way (map) Pre-register here Friday, October 10 at 7 pm Cross of Christ Lutheran Church, Bellevue (map) Pre-register here Sunday, October 12 at 3 pm Ballard First Lutheran Church, Seattle (map) Pre-register here   In collaboration with Puget Sound Concert Opera we will be commemorating Crossings 200 with performances of Seattle’s own [...]

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Dinner and Music with Luren Singers in Spring Grove, MN

"SAILING INTO SPRING - A Giants Musical Celebration at Spring Grove's FEST BUILDING sponsored by Giants of the Earth Heritage Center as a fundraising fest of music and food. Featuring Luren Singers with guest Soprano Rachel Grippen Storlie and Celebrating 50 years with Dr. David Judisch leading Luren Singing Society. Reserve your seat online or call Giants with a Credit Card and [...]

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Nordic Designers to Know

Admired worldwide for its simplicity and understated elegance, Nordic design is a balance of functionality and aesthetics. With a respect for nature, love of light and desire to juxtapose classic styles with contemporary accents, Scandinavians design their homes for logical living.

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Norway Tops the List for its Work-Life Culture

In addition to its energetic outdoor lifestyle and unique culture, Norway is known for its exceptional standard of living and for having developed a work-life balance that other countries envy.

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