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OR: Sibelius & Grieg Concert

Nordia House

Enjoy the artistry of pianist Jeffrey Jacob, whose degrees are from The Juilliard School and the Peabody Conservatory. He will perform "Sibelius & Grieg: Influences & Legacies."

D.C.: EU Open House

Embassy of FInland Washington, D.C., DC, United States

The Embassy of Finland joins with the other European Union embassies participating in this annual event, and invites visitors to stop by to see why Finland is the happiest country in the world. View the beautiful architecture, sample treats, make a craft and learn about Finnish sauna, nature and education.

MN: Folk Music of Classical Composers

Schmidt Artist Lofts Saint Paul, MN, United States

Cellist Jesse Nummelin and pianist Rie Tanaka of Duo Ihana perform classic selections including works by Sibelius.

WA: Nordic Innovation Summit

Nordic Museum Seattle, WA, United States

This second annual event will focus on a wide range of opportunities, including blue technology (maritime), green/clean technology, smart cities, educational technology, financial innovation, and the Internet of Things.

IL: Skokie Festival of Cultures

Oakton Park Skokie, IL, United States

Take a "Tour of the World" and sample the foods, music, dance, crafts and cultural displays of more than three dozen nations, including Finland, at this 29th annual event.

NH: Great Finnish Bread Bakeoff

Troy Elementary School Troy, NH, United States

The public judges the People's Choice winner of the best nisu/pulla in the third annual competition. $10 admission includes samples, coffee, demonstrations and bread-making tips. Hosted by the Historical Society of Cheshire County and the Finnish Heritage Society -Soittaja.

WA: Spring Gala Concert

Nordic Museum Seattle, WA, United States

Vappu! A Celebration of Spring featuring the music of Nordic Countries and a multi-media production with the North Stars Orchestra, Norwegian Men's Choir, Finnish Choir, and Marja Kaisla, piano soloist.

MA: The First Finns

Lanesvile Community Center Gloucester, MA, United States

FFN Lecturer of the Year Frank Eld will speak about Finnish log cabin construction in the U.S.

CT: Chicken BBQ

Finnish American Heritage Society Canterbury, Connecticut

Don't miss this delicious dinner!

MA: Finnish-American Theatre on Cape Ann

Rockport Community House Rockport, MA, United States

In the early 20th century, Finnish immigrants performed many plays at the Finn Halls. This program revives those plays, in English. Click the event link below for details about the scenes that will be presented on May 3, 5, 18 and 19.