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WA: Nordic Culinary Conference

Nordic Museum Seattle, WA, United States

Finnish chef Sasu Laukkonen will participate in the conference at the Nordic Heritage Museum, with chefs from other Nordic countries. Details TBD.

MI: Finnish American SIngers Concert

Finnish Cultural Center Farmington Hills, MI, United States

Finnish American Singers of Michigan perform a program of favorites.

OR: Alvar Aalto Film

Nordia House

Enjoy a perspective on the Finnish architect's work through the film, "Alvar Aalto:  Technology and Nature," at Nordia House, Portland.  Sponsored by Nordic Northwest.  $5 suggested donation

OR: Finnish Cooking Class

Nordia House

Culinary delights at Nordia House in Portland. Co-sponsored by FFCPC and the Cook and Eat Committee of Nordic NW.

MN: Traveling Sauna

American Swedish Institute Minneapolis, MN, United States

The Traveling Sauna, the "mascot" of Finland 100, rolls through Minneapolis on its cross-country tour, which wraps up December 2-6 in Washington, D.C. Finland 100 events will be planned at stops across the country. Visit travelingsauna.com for an up-to-date schedule and map of the route.

OR: Paavali Jumppanen Concert

Portland State University Portland, OR, United States

Join us for music of Debussy and Beethoven performed by Finnish pianist Paavali Jumppanen at Portland State University’s Lincoln Hall; with free preconcert lectures at 3:15 p.m. each day.  Known for his expertise in contemporary classical music, this program highlights his finesse in beloved, classic repertoire.   

OR: Paavali Jumppanen Concert

Portland State University Portland, OR, United States

Join us for music of Debussy and Beethoven performed by Finnish pianist Paavali Jumppanen at Portland State University’s Lincoln Hall; with free preconcert lectures at 3:15 p.m. each day.  Known for his expertise in contemporary classical music, this program highlights his finesse in beloved, classic repertoire.

NY: Einojuhani Rautavaara Piano Retrospective

Scandinavia House 58 Park Ave., New York, NY, United States

Catalonian pianist Adrian Blanco performs a retrospective concert of the works of the beloved Finnish composer Einojuhani Rautavaara. Selected works include Sonata No. 1, op. 50: Christus und die Fischer, Fuoco, Narcissus, and Passionale, to name a few.

IL: Traveling Sauna

The Traveling Sauna, the "mascot" of Finland 100, rolls through Chicago on its cross-country tour, which wraps up December 2-6 in Washington, D.C. Finland 100 events will be planned at stops across the country. Visit travelingsauna.com for an up-to-date schedule and map of the route.

WA: Pesäpallo – Baseball Game

Perrigo Park Redmond, WA, United States

The traditional annual Pesäpallo Game (Finnish National Sport of baseball) is held at Redmond Perrigo Park. The game is arranged by the Finnish School of Seattle. Children’s game at 9.30-10.30 Adults’ game at 10.30-12.30 Light snack and drinks available for a fee, cash only. Come to cheer all teams! And let’s make 100 runs for Finland’s […]