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ICE: Finnish National Opera

Viewing of the Finnish National Opera production of Ice. This is complimentary only for members of FFN and its affiliated organizations. Members will receive viewing instructions. For FFN membership information, go to the FFN website, below. PART ONE: Ice, the Novel: A visit and conversation on location in Åland, Finland with Ulla-Lena Lundberg, author of the […]

Virtual FinnFest USA Lecture Series

"Who Is Aki Kaurismäki?" by Andrew Nestingen, PhD, University of Washington, Seattle For information and to register click below.

MI: Christmas Concert

Emmanuel Lutheran Church Livonia, MI

Finnish American Singers of Michigan perform their annual holiday concert.

ONLINE: I Am Finnishinaabe

Arne Vainio, MD, whose father was Finnish and mother was Anishinaabe, will share about his Finnish and Anishinaabe heritage. He will also share about the connections and similarities between both communities. Presented by the Northland Chapter of Finlandia Foundation, along with the American Indian Community Housing Organization. This presentation is free and open to the […]

Lindberg, Lalo & Brahms 4

Ray Chen presents a new work by renowned Finnish composer Magnus Lindberg, Lalo's Symphonie espagnole and Brahms' richly autumnal Fourth Symphony complete this program led by Finnish conductor Hannu Lintu. December 2, 3 & 4.

MI: Finlandia University 125th Anniversary

A variety of events are planned in recognition of the special anniversary, but some modifications are being made due to COVID -19. Follow the announcements at the link below.

OR: ScanFair Reimagined 2021

Nordia House

Experience the sights, sounds, tastes, and traditions of the Nordic Holiday season. ScanFair brings Scandinavia to Portland through traditional food vendors, locally crafted items, a holiday exhibit, an exciting raffle, and welcoming local community organizations.

Lindberg, Lalo & Brahms 4

Ray Chen presents a new work by renowned Finnish composer Magnus Lindberg, Lalo's Symphonie espagnole and Brahms' richly autumnal Fourth Symphony complete this program led by Finnish conductor Hannu Lintu. December 2, 3 & 4.

MI: in·ter·stice: (noun) a small intervening space

Finlandia Art Gallery Finnish American Heritage Center, Hancock, Michigan

NOTE: Gallery open Monday-Friday The 31st Annual Finlandia University Contemporary Finnish American Artist Series Exhibition featuring the artwork of Natalie Salminen Rude: in·ter·stice: (noun) a small intervening space  Contemplative, multidisciplinary and inquisitive, Salminen Rude aims to identify and uncover the dehumanizing forces found within technology and systemization. Gallery is open 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. See December […]