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2008
July
1-25 NORWEGIAN WOOD:The Thoughtful Architecture of Wenche Selmer ... 10am - 5pm (M-F only), AIA (American Institute of Architects) Seattle gallery, 1911 First Ave, Seattle, Washington. This Norwegian Home Design Exhibition features the work of one of Norweay's most prominent female architects of the 20th century, Wenche Selmer. She combined local building traditions with modern conveniences to create her beautiful Norwegian designs. Learn about her many creations that invite people to enjoy their lives and the beauty of her designs. Learn more about Wenche's life. This exhibit is drawn from a book by Elisabeth Tostrup, a Professor of Architecture at the Oslo School of Architecture and Design.
12-13: TIVOLI/VIKING DAYS ... 25th Anniversary of this event at the Nordic Heritage Museum, 3014 NW 67th Street in Seattle, Washington. Sat. 10am - 6pm and Sun. 11am - 5 pm. This weekend event offers unique unique Scandinavian entertainment, food, arts & crafts vendors and real live Vikings only seen in Ballard. Featured edibles will represent each of the five Nordic countries such as Swedish meatballs, Norwegian lefse, Danish æbleskiver, Finnish smoked salmon sandwiches and a variety of Icelandic goodies. Highlights both days include The Ravenstead Vikings and Saturday features the Norwegian Male Chorus, Tanhuajat Finnish Folkdancers, Smilin' Scandinavains and Tinn Felén Hardangar Fiddle Ensemble. Sunday's entertainment features the Katrilli Finnish Folkdancers, the Washington State Letter Carrier Band, Seattle's Skandia Spelmanslag, Skolkis, and Richard & Bjarne. Many craft booths as well as kids hands-on activities to delight all ages. Other special historical venues take place each day (Living Voices on Saturday and Living History on Sunday). Special menus to enjoy include popular and traditional Swedish pancake breakfast (9am - noon Sat., and 10am - 1pm Sun. ~ $8 adults/ $6 kids 12 and under) and the famous Salmon Barbeque Dinner (Sat. 5 pm - 7pm ~ $12 adults, $8 kids 12 and under). Admission to Tivoli and Musuem is free so come explore. For general questions and information call: 206-789-5707. Programs are subject to change without prior notice.
16: GRAND LODGE BOARD MEETING ... Tacoma, Washington. .
17-19: DAUGHTERS OF NORWAY CONVENTION ... CELEBRARING OUR FUTURE at the Hotel Murano, 1320 Broadway Plaza, Tacoma, Washington. This centennial convention is hosted by Embla Lodge #2. Registration materials available online.
August
06: KARDEMIMMIT CONCERT .. .7:00pm at Nordic Heritage Museum, 3014 NW 67th Street, Seattle, Washington. This Finnish folk music group who all play Finland ’s ancient national instrument, kantele, with a fresh, young style. The group consists of four young women: Maija Pokela, Jutta Rahmel, Anna Wegelius and Leeni Wegelius. Their music is influenced by Finnish and Scandinavian traditions, but they play mainly original compositions. Kardemimmit is reknowned for their numerous recordings, performances and awards and this summer they will perform at Finland ’s largest folk music festivals including Kaustinen Folk Music Festival and Haapavesi Folk. Don’t miss this very special evening followed by an artist reception co-sponsored by the Finlandia Foundation. Ticket price: $10 members, $12 non-members. For reservations, please contact Sharmon Cooper at (206) 789-5707 x10 or email her.
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September
10: DJOFLAEYJAN (DEVIL'S ISLAND) FILM .. .7:00pm at Nordic Heritage Museum, 3014 NW 67th Street, Seattle, Washington. As part of the Museum's World War II series, this film explores postwar Iceland, based on the novel of the same name. The film takes place in Reykjavik shortly after the British and American occupation armies have left the country. The bunkers they had used were taken over by lower-class people pouring into capital. The film tells the sory of the struggle and humourous lives of these people during those difficult times. $5 Museum members, $10 non-members.
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October
3-Nov. 16 : PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT VASTINPARIT – COUNTERPARTS ... at Nordic Heritage Museum, 3014 NW 67th Street, Seattle, Washington. Finnish photographer Jari Arffman's black and white photographs offer you a view of Finland.
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November
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15: SCANDINAVIAN FAIR ... 10am-4pm, Fox Hall, Hampton Inn, 3985 Bennett Drive, Bellingham, Washington. Nellie Gerdrum Lodge #41, Daughters of Norway, presents it anual Scandinavian fair! Scandianvian items ~ Crafts ~ Bakery ~ Music ~ Hourly Door Prizes. Admission: Adults $1.00 ~ Children under 12 free. Additional information and directions available from Ellen Hinds (360) 592-4065 or Sharon Stone (360) 592-5750.
22-23: YULEFEST .. .at Nordic Heritage Museum, 3014 NW 67th Street, Seattle, Washginton. Annual fundraiser with fun for entire family including a special Christmas craft room for children. Admission is $1-2, on-site parking is $1, and children buy tickets to make crafts. Appropriate for all ages. No reservations required.
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December
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5-Jan. 25, 2009: SKUDE 360 DEGREES EXHIBIT ... art exhibit of paintings by Severin Haines at Nordic Heritage Museum, 3014 NW 67th Street, Seattle, Washginton. Exhibit is a visual memoir of the dramatic landscape of artist's homeland of Skude, on the island of Karmøy, on the Norwegian coast.
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2009
January
1-25: SKUDE 360 DEGREES EXHIBIT ...art exhibit of paintings by Severin Haines at Nordic Heritage Museum, 3014 NW 67th Street, Seattle, Washginton. Exhibit is a visual memoir of the dramatic landscape of artist's homeland of Skude, on the island of Karmøy, on the Norwegian coast.
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February
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June
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July
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August
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September
2 – 9: ALASKA CRUISE ...join Daughters of Norway on a 7 day cruise aboard the Carnival Spirit. Leave Vancouver, BC with family and friends (non-members are welcome!). Fares starting at $1125...details will be coming. Bookings require a $350 deposit. For information on this Daughters of Norway Fun Cruise, contact Karin Zamarripa at AAA, Mount Vernon Service Center, tel: 1-800-743-1703 x 2083 or email her at KarinZamarripa@aaawin.com. Be sure to mention you heard about this from the Daughters of Norway website! This cruise is a fundraiser for D of N!
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