In the Upper Peninsula’s Copper Country, much like in Finland, September ends with an explosion of color in the forests. This is the season known as ‘ruska,’ when the autumnal reds, browns and yellows are especially beautiful on the fells of Lapland and it’s a popular time for folks to get out and enjoy nature. […]
Shop the annual Finnish American Heritage Society market for Finnish-related items, arts and crafts and handmade goods, plus Finnish foods and pulla for sale.
The Finnish Heritage Society-Sovittaja Summer Dinner Dance Series in Rutland concludes with music by Dan Mackowiak. Come for both dinner and dancing or just the dance, which begins at 7:30 p.m. See website to make reservations for the Scandinavian Smorgasbord.
The Scandinavian Day Festival in South Elgin is dedicated to the preservation and celebration of the five Scandinavian countries: Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden. Open to people of all ages and backgrounds, the Festival provides a venue to honor and present all things Scandinavian, past and present. The crafts, dance, education, food, music, and […]
FFN Lecturer of the Year Frank W. Eld presents "Finnish Log Construction---The Art" in New York Mills. The program includes a lecture and demonstration of the unique building method brought to North America by Finnish immigrants. Click here for more about the LOY.
Music, potluck and a fun afternoon at Jura Hall.
In the Upper Peninsula's Copper Country, much like in Finland, September ends with an explosion of color in the forests. This is the season known as ‘ruska,’ when the autumnal reds, browns and yellows are especially beautiful on the fells of Lapland and it’s a popular time for folks to get out and enjoy nature. […]
This states April but it is a monthly event in April-May-July-August-September-October
NEWTON: Enjoy tastes from Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Finland and Iceland while visiting Nordic vendors, listening to live music and taking part in other foodie fun! Don’t forget the return of everyone’s favorite Vikings! Visit their encampment, listen to their music and watch them fight to the “death.” General Admission: $20 advance ($25 at door); $15 […]
Celebrate Christmas in September in Ashtabula, and watch the Finnish made film, "Christmas Story," a full length family friendly film. It's the story of little boy, Nikolas, and how he started the tradition of giving presents at Christmas time. The film is in English, and the Lapland scenery is just beautiful. Please bring a snack […]