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Finnish Folk Music Camp

In Conversation

Learn and play traditional tunes at this annual gathering for novice and experienced musicians of all ages on the campus of Finlandia University, Hancock, Michigan. Classes on Finnish food arts, language, weaving and more.

Aura Jamboree

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It's the centennial of the founding of this Upper Peninsula Michigan community by Finnish immigrants in 1914, and the 38th annual Aura Jamboree, a gathering of acoustic musicians on the grounds of the Community Hall.

Finnish American Folk Festival

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Enjoy food, culture and traditions at this event held every other year in Naselle, Washington.

FinnFest USA 2014

Nicollet Mall Minneapolis, MN, United States

The multi-dimensional event featuring the culture, history, commerce, heritage and contemporary interests of Finland and Finnish America returns to Minneapolis, site of the first FinnFestUSA in 1983.

Junction City Scandinavian Festival

Scandinavian Festival Hall 6th & Greenwood, Junction City, OR, United States

Oregon's 54th annual celebration of the music, food and traditions of Finland, Sweden, Norway and Denmark. Each country has its own day: Thursday: Norwegian Day Friday: Swedish Day Saturday: Danish Day Sunday: Finnish Day

FinnFest in Finland

The first-ever FinnFest held outside of North America begins in Helsinki (August 28-September 1) and continues on a river cruise to Russia (September 1-13). For the brochure click: "Finland as a Gateway to Russia."

Lecturer of the Year

Finnish Cultural Center Farmington Hills, MI, United States

Screening of the documentary Yoopera! and discussion with the filmmakers. For more information see the Lecturer of the Year. Preceded by optional Sunday Brunch from Noon-1:30 p.m.

Lecturer of the Year

Unnamed Venue Coopersville, MI, United States

See the documentary Yoopera! presented by film editor Erin Smith. For more about the program see the Lecturer of the Year.

Sibelius Academy Music Festival

In Conversation

The 16th annual series of concerts and events takes place at multiple sites in Chicago, Illinois and Copper Country in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.