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MI: Heading West, Coming Back

Finlandia Art Gallery Finnish American Heritage Center, Hancock

This mixed media exhibition by Finnish artist Marjo Levlin tells the story of late 19th century migration from Finland to the United States. A reception for the artist will take […]

NY: Narrative Threads

Scandinavia House 58 Park Ave., New York

Narrative Threads: Works by Eight Nordic Artists presents multi-media artwork by Nordic artists, each distinguished by their innovative use of natural, synthetic, and digital materials. Finnish artists Heidi Hankaniemi, Marianne Huotari and Kristina Riska are featured.  

WA: Christmas Weekend

Naselle Community Center Naselle

Take care of your holiday shopping at the Christmas Bazaar, and take a photo with Santa on day one of the holiday weekend in Naselle.

AZ: Scandinavian & Nordic Fair

Streams in the Desert Lutheran Church Tucson

Kick off your holiday shopping at this annual festive event with members of the Tucon Finnish Club.

MA: Christmas Sing-Along

Weston Methodist Church Weston

Welcome to the Finnish school to sing the most beautiful Christmas songs. Karelian pies, Christmas cakes and other treats will be for sale. The raffle grand prize is 4 tickets to Boston Ballet.

CT: Pikkujoulu

Finnish-American Heritage Society of CT

Following the memberhip meeting, enjoy a potluck lunch, Christmas carol, raffle, and visit with Santa.

CA: December Nights

House of Finland San Diego San Diego

The International Christmas Festival is part of Balboa Park’s two-day December Nights holiday festival. You can sense the season’s spirit at the House of Finland and try our delicious homemade food and pastries! We will also have our traditional wine tent, where you can find all the best Finnish beverages.

OH: Pikkujoulu

Bethany Lutheran Church Ashtabula

Celebrate Christmas at this annual dinner gathering. For details contact FAHA.

NY: Finland’s Independence Day

Scandinavia House 58 Park Ave., New York

The celebration of the 106th anniverary of the Independence of the Republic of Finland includes keynote message by Kati Laakso, executive director of the Finnish Cultural Institute in New York, music by Markus Kaitila, Eeppi Ursin and Johanna Telander and the Finnish School children.

CO: Pikkujoulu & Finnish Independence

Trollheim Lodge Lakewood

Enjoy a Christmas party and celebration of Finnish Independence Day with a potluck, visit with Santa, raffle, silent auction, music and socializing.

MI: Music, Language and Liberty

Finnish Cultural Center Farmington Hills

Celebrate Finland's Independence with a thoughtful program, music and dinner. Keynote speaker is Anu Muhonen, MA, PhD, director of Finnish Studies at the University of Toronto. Musical performance by a chamber music quartet and additional music by FinnFolk. See details in the newsletter at the link below.

WA: Independence Day Dinner

Blue Ridge Community Club Seattle

Annual dinner and program celebrating Finland's Independence Day.