Finnish Father’s Day
Hyvää isänpäivää - Happy Father's Day
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MI: Täkänä: Finn Pick Double Weave
Jutila Center Hancock, MINOTE: SOLD OUT Phyllis Fredendall leads this course on the traditional weaving method. Open to weavers ages 18 and up who can independently wind a warp and dress a floor loom. Sessions are 10 am= 5 pm each day. Click below for details, fee and registration.
OR: Five Nordic Christmas Cookies
Nordic NorthwestWe will be sharing Christmas cookie recipes from Finland, Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Iceland. You’ll get a chance to try each of the cookies and see a more in-depth demonstration on some specialty techniques, and take home the recipes.
WA: Julefest
National Nordic Museum Seattle, WashingtonEnjoy this Nordic Holiday Celebration modeled after traditional outdoor Christmas markets. Check for events and hours for each day's activities.
CT: Finnish Cocktail Delights
Finnish-American Heritage Society of CTEnjoy a social evening featuring cocktails with a Finnish twist.
Independence Day
Finland celebrates its 1917 Independence each December 6.
OR: ScanFair
Oregon Convention Center Portland, Oregon40th Annual two-day celebration of the holidays, with festive traditional food and drink, entertainment, activities and crafts.
CT: Pikkujoulu
Finnish Hall - Canterbury Canterbury, CT, United StatesGreet the holidays with this fun family event.
TX: Kauneimmat joululaulut - The Most Beautiful Christmas Carols
Rejoice Lutheran Church Coppell, TX, United StatesA communal singing event that has evolved over the years into a cherished national tradition, bringing people together in churches across the country.
Jean Sibelius Day / Finnish Music Day
December 8 is the birthdate of composer Jean Sibelius (1865-1957) Find more info at the link below. This day is also recognized as Finnish Music Day.