This 30-min film, created by the late George Hummasti and Lawrence Johnson, tells the story of the Finns who immigrated to Astoria in the early 20th century, most of them settling in Uniontown (aka “Finn Town”). George’s brother Arnie Hummasti, an actor and teacher of theater and journalism, will speak before and after the film is […]
The annual Heikinpäivä celebration’s themes are taken from Finnish folk saying associated with the name day for Heikki (Henrik’s day — 19 January). Events span January 10 through February 1 in Hancock and surrounding area. TODAY: Hobbyhorse hoedown with Ginger Alberti. Call (818) 606-0065.
The annual Heikinpäivä celebration’s themes are taken from Finnish folk saying associated with the name day for Heikki (Henrik’s day — 19 January). Events span January 10 through February 1 in Hancock and surrounding area. TODAY: Spinning workshop with Jeanne Medlyn; $15 per person.
The annual Heikinpäivä celebration’s themes are taken from Finnish folk saying associated with the name day for Heikki (Henrik’s day — 19 January). Events span January 10 through February 1 in Hancock and surrounding area. TODAY: 2 p.m. & 6 p.m. — Leipäjuusto (squeaky cheese) making workshop with Joanna Chopp; $15 per person.
The annual Heikinpäivä celebration’s themes are taken from Finnish folk saying associated with the name day for Heikki (Henrik’s day — 19 January). Events span January 10 through February 1 in Hancock and surrounding area. TODAY: International Folk Dancing. Call (818) 606-0065.
Join the two-day celebration of the Upper Peninsula snow spirit, Heikki Lunta. Outdoor fun includes luge runs, fat tire bike race, games, parade, snowmbile show, ski jumping and fireworks, plus a tori, live music, art show and more.
The annual Heikinpäivä celebration’s themes are taken from Finnish folk saying associated with the name day for Heikki (Henrik’s day — 19 January). Events span January 10 through February 1 in Hancock and surrounding area. TODAY: Dinner and film, “A Man Called Ove.” $22 per person; film only $7. Call (906) 337-2610.
Join the two-day celebration of the Upper Peninsula snow spirit, Heikki Lunta. Outdoor fun includes luge runs, fat tire bike race, games, parade, snowmbile show, ski jumping and fireworks, plus a tori, live music, art show and more.
Minnehaha Music Repertory Orchestra will perform Finnish composer Leevi Madetoja's Symphony No. 1. Past Performer of the Year, pianist Craig Randal Johnson, will conduct. Also featured on the concert are the Saint-Saens Violin Concerto No. 3, the Peer Gynt Suite No.1 by Edvard Grieg, and the rousing Russian Easter Overture by Rimsky-Korsakov. Admission to the […]
Enjoy the jazzy sounds of FFN Performer of the Year, saxophonist Juli Wood. Hors d'oeuvres and cash bar. Tickets: $15 Adults, $5 Children under 14.