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.
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.
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.
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 […]
THE ICONIC AND THE EVERYDAY: Creative Finland in America See how Finnish design and architecture have influenced American life in the last century at this free exhibit at the Embassy of Finland in Washington, D.C. The exhibition is open on Wednesdays from 3pm to 7pm and on the following weekends from 11am to 4pm: May […]
THE ICONIC AND THE EVERYDAY: Creative Finland in America See how Finnish design and architecture have influenced American life in the last century at this free exhibit at the Embassy of Finland in Washington, D.C. The exhibition is open on Wednesdays from 3pm to 7pm and on the following weekends from 11am to 4pm: May […]
THE ICONIC AND THE EVERYDAY: Creative Finland in America See how Finnish design and architecture have influenced American life in the last century at this free exhibit at the Embassy of Finland in Washington, D.C. The exhibition is open on Wednesdays from 3pm to 7pm and on the following weekends from 11am to 4pm: May […]
In celebration of the 100th Anniversary of Finland this year, FFN Lecturer K. Marianne Wargelin talks about Beyond the Atlantic: Finland’s Independence Viewed from across the Sea.
The Traveling Sauna, the "mascot" of Finland 100, rolls through Cedarburg 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.
THE ICONIC AND THE EVERYDAY: Creative Finland in America See how Finnish design and architecture have influenced American life in the last century at this free exhibit at the Embassy of Finland in Washington, D.C. The exhibition is open on Wednesdays from 3pm to 7pm and on the following weekends from 11am to 4pm: May […]