Finnish Independence Day
Finland gained its independence on December 6, 1917
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MI: Finnish Independence Day
Finnish American Heritage CenterAnnual celebration of Finland's Independence, with the Kivajat Dancers, music by pianist Kathleen Alatalo Arten and announcement of 2024 Hankookin Heikki, who will preside over the Heikinpäivä festivities in January.
MA: Holiday Party
Shy BIrd restaurant South Boston, MassachusettsSeasonal cheer and celebration of Finnish Independence Day.
OR: Independence Day
Nordia HouseFinnish independence Day with wreath laying at the Independence Monument, performance by FFN Performer of the Year Ida Metsberg, and the Portland Nordic Chorus.
Sibelius Birthday
Composer Jean Sibelius was born on December 8, 1865, the date known as the Day of Finnish Music.
MI: Holiday Music
Finnish Cultural Center Farmington Hills, MichiganEnjoy music of the holidays by the Novi Concert Band, the local musical group that has performed at the Finnish Center for decades. Concert follows the Friday night buffet.
MD: Christmas Party
Celebrate the season! Details TBA
OR: Scan Fair
Oregon Convention Center Portland, OregonExperience the sights, sounds, tastes, and traditions of a Nordic Christmas Market with more than 100 vendors and local community organizations showcasing unique Nordic foods, arts, crafts, and other products […]
MI: Christmas Dinner Workshop
Finnish Cultural Center Farmington Hills, MichiganLearn to make traditional Finnish Christmas dinner dishes. Help prepare the meal that will be served at that evening's special holiday dinner.
MN: KAUNEIMMAT JOULULAULUT
St. Michael's Lutheran Church Roseville, MNAnnual Finnish sing-along of beautiful Christmas music from 2-3:15pm. Special music by Sara Pajunen, Osmo Vänskä and Mark Sedio. A Christmas Market and coffee hour follow.