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SUMMARY:FinnFunn in Troy\, New Hampshire
DESCRIPTION:Programs\, music\, food\, and tori to celebrate Finnish American heritage. More infomation at FinnFunn.org.
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/finnfunn-in-troy-new-hampshire/
LOCATION:The Inn at East Hill Farm\, 460 Monadnock St\, Troy\, NH\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T203000
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SUMMARY:FAHC Folk School: Beginning Rag Rug Weaving
DESCRIPTION:Beginning Rag Rug Weaving \n4 sessions: Tuesdays September 30-October 21 \n5:30-8:30pm ET \nLocation: Finnish American Folk School Fiber Studio \nSkyline Commons 105 @ 200 Michigan St. Hancock \nInstructor: Phyllis Fredendall \nClass fee: $175SOLD OUT \nRegistration closes September 23 or when sold out \nThis class is an introduction to rag rug weaving for beginning weavers. Students will learn the basics of preparing a warp and dressing a floor loom as well as methods for preparing fabric for rag weaving and other techniques including the use of a temple during weaving. Yarn for the warp and all equipment will be provided. Students should bring garments or fabric yardage to be used as rag weft.  No experience necessary. Open to students ages 18 and up.
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/fahc-folk-school-beginning-rag-rug-weaving-4/
LOCATION:Skyline Commons\, 200 Michigan St\, Hancock\, MI\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T131213
CREATED:20250908T174439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T061552Z
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SUMMARY:FAHC Folk School: Carving Club
DESCRIPTION:FAFS Carving ClubSaturdays September 20\, October 18\, November 15\, 20251-3pm ETLocation: Finnish American Folk School Wood Shop Skyline Commons Room 102 @ 200 Michigan St. HancockQuestions? Email clare.zuraw@finlandiafoundation.org \nWood carvers are invited to gather together to carve socially in our Folk School Wood Shop each month this fall. This is not a class and there will not be any formal instruction and no advanced registration is required. The goal is to bring carvers together to share ideas and inspiration. At this time there is no fee to participate. Carvers should bring their own tools and materials. Work benches with wedges will be available for use. Birch wood for carving is available this fall to participants with a donation to the school\, while supplies last.
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/fahc-folk-school-carving-club-2/
LOCATION:Skyline Commons\, 200 Michigan St\, Hancock\, MI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T131213
CREATED:20250908T174439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T061552Z
UID:18478-1760781600-1760788800@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:FAHC Folk School: Date Morning with Clay
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, October 18\, 202510am-12pm ETInstructor: Lindsey HeidenLocation: Folk School Ceramics Studio (Skyline Commons Room 103)Class fee: $40 per coupleCLICK HERE TO REGISTERRegistration closes October 15 or when sold out \nQuestions? Contact clare.zuraw@finlandiafoundation.org \nFor those who want to play with clay on a Saturday morning with a friend\, partner\, or child aged 8 and up.  A twist on what a brunch date can be. Bring a date and work on a pottery wheel together to make a mug\, cup or bowl. Your date can be anyone\, a spouse\, partner\, friend\, family. Folks will be able to pick out a glaze color and the work will be glazed and fired for them. Though you certainly can just come for the fun and not the finished piece. For the folks who think wheel throwing is not for them\, hand building is an option. Everyone should wear clothes that they do not mind getting a little dirty. This event is about having fun and not necessarily learning or becoming proficient in working with clay. There will be some guidance from the instructor.
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/fahc-folk-school-date-morning-with-clay/
LOCATION:Skyline Commons\, 200 Michigan St\, Hancock\, MI\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T131213
CREATED:20250908T174439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T000137Z
UID:18477-1760724000-1760731200@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:FAHC Folk School: Date Night with Clay
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, October 17\, 20256-8pm ETInstructor: Lindsey HeidenLocation: Folk School Ceramics Studio (Skyline Commons Room 103)Class fee: $40 per coupleCLICK HERE TO REGISTERRegistration closes October 15 or when sold out \nQuestions? Contact clare.zuraw@finlandiafoundation.orgFor those who want to go out on a Friday night and have some fun this night is for you. A twist on what a date night can be. Bring a date and work on a pottery wheel together to make a mug\, cup or bowl. Your date can be anyone\, a spouse\, partner\, friend\, family. Folks will be able to pick out a glaze color and the work will be glazed and fired for them. Though you certainly can just come for the fun and not the finished piece. For the couples that think wheel throwing is not for them\, hand building is an option. Date night clothes are not recommended. Everyone should wear clothes that they do not mind getting a little dirty. Though couples will be working with clay maybe for the first time\, this night is about having fun and not necessarily learning or becoming proficient in working with clay. There will be some guidance from the instructor.
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/fahc-folk-school-date-night-with-clay/
LOCATION:Skyline Commons\, 200 Michigan St\, Hancock\, MI\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T131213
CREATED:20250908T174439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T234447Z
UID:18476-1760463000-1760473800@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:FAHC Folk School: Beginning Rag Rug Weaving
DESCRIPTION:Beginning Rag Rug Weaving \n4 sessions: Tuesdays September 30-October 21 \n5:30-8:30pm ET \nLocation: Finnish American Folk School Fiber Studio \nSkyline Commons 105 @ 200 Michigan St. Hancock \nInstructor: Phyllis Fredendall \nClass fee: $175SOLD OUT \nRegistration closes September 23 or when sold out \nThis class is an introduction to rag rug weaving for beginning weavers. Students will learn the basics of preparing a warp and dressing a floor loom as well as methods for preparing fabric for rag weaving and other techniques including the use of a temple during weaving. Yarn for the warp and all equipment will be provided. Students should bring garments or fabric yardage to be used as rag weft.  No experience necessary. Open to students ages 18 and up.
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/fahc-folk-school-beginning-rag-rug-weaving-3/
LOCATION:Skyline Commons\, 200 Michigan St\, Hancock\, MI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T131213
CREATED:20250908T174439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T223326Z
UID:18475-1759858200-1759869000@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:FAHC Folk School: Beginning Rag Rug Weaving
DESCRIPTION:Beginning Rag Rug Weaving \n4 sessions: Tuesdays September 30-October 21 \n5:30-8:30pm ET \nLocation: Finnish American Folk School Fiber Studio \nSkyline Commons 105 @ 200 Michigan St. Hancock \nInstructor: Phyllis Fredendall \nClass fee: $175SOLD OUT \nRegistration closes September 23 or when sold out \nThis class is an introduction to rag rug weaving for beginning weavers. Students will learn the basics of preparing a warp and dressing a floor loom as well as methods for preparing fabric for rag weaving and other techniques including the use of a temple during weaving. Yarn for the warp and all equipment will be provided. Students should bring garments or fabric yardage to be used as rag weft.  No experience necessary. Open to students ages 18 and up.
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/fahc-folk-school-beginning-rag-rug-weaving-2/
LOCATION:Skyline Commons\, 200 Michigan St\, Hancock\, MI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T131213
CREATED:20250908T174438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251004T220037Z
UID:18474-1759658400-1759683600@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:FAHC Folk School: Intro to Bias Woven Birch Bark Basketry
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, October 5\, 202510a-5pm ETInstructor Karen TembreullLocation: Folk School Fiber Studio (Skyline Commons Room 105)Class fee: $80Materials fee (includes prepped bark and detailed pattern): $75 paid directly to instructorCLICK HERE TO REGISTERRegistration closes October 1 or when sold outQuestions? Email clare.zuraw@finlandiafoudation.org \nLearn to weave a birch bark basket in the traditional Nordic bias woven technique. Bias weaving thin birch bark creates four layers which are strong\, useful\, flexible and repairable if ever needed. The basket will be a size to hold a typical beverage\, a canning jar\, or perhaps a vase that fits just right. Therefore\, the finished piece is very functional. The material is teacher prepared and ready to weave\, and each student will receive a detailed pattern for reference. Most tools will be provided for use. Open to adult students. No prior experience needed. Some manual dexterity is needed for weaving birch bark.
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/fahc-folk-school-intro-to-bias-woven-birch-bark-basketry/
LOCATION:Skyline Commons\, 200 Michigan St\, Hancock\, MI\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T131213
CREATED:20250908T174425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T214607Z
UID:18473-1759572000-1759579200@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:FAHC Folk School: Spooky Ceramic Ghosts
DESCRIPTION:Spooky Ceramic GhostsSaturday\, October 410am-12pm ETInstructor: Lindsey HeidenLocation: Folk School Ceramics Studio (Skyline Commons Room 103)Class fee: $25CLICK HERE TO REGISTERRegistration closes October 1 or when sold outQuestions? Email clare.zuraw@finlandiafoudation.org \nCome join in on the fun of making a not so spooky ceramic ghost. Participants will learn how to make ghosts using a variety of handbuilding techniques\, such as pinching and rolling slabs. These are great for decoration and for tea light candles. No previous experience working with clay is required\, all are welcome. 
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/fahc-folk-school-spooky-ceramic-ghosts/
LOCATION:Skyline Commons\, 200 Michigan St\, Hancock\, MI\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T131213
CREATED:20250908T174425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T213357Z
UID:18472-1759428000-1759438800@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:FAHC Folk School: October Dance
DESCRIPTION:October Folk School DanceThursday\, October 2\, 2025Location: Finnish American Heritage Center6pm – dance lessons with Phyllis Fredendall & Hannu Leppänen7-9pm – community dance with live music by The Backroom Boys$8 at the door (children are free) \nExperience the joy of dancing to live music with friends\, family\, and community folks. No experience is necessary. If you’ve never danced before or just need to warm up\, join us at 6pm for dance lessons. Bring a partner or find a new friend. All ages welcome.
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/fahc-folk-school-october-dance/
LOCATION:Finnish American Heritage Center\, 435 Quincy St\, Hancock\, MI\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T131213
CREATED:20250908T174425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T211952Z
UID:18470-1759255200-1759262400@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:FAHC Folk School: Animal Jars
DESCRIPTION:Animal Jars3 sessions: Tuesday\, September 23 (make)\, Thursday\, September 25 (make)\, Tuesday September 30 (glaze)6-8pm ETInstructor: Lindsey HeidenLocation: Folk School Ceramics Studio (Skyline Commons Room 103)Class fee: $60CLICK HERE TO REGISTERRegistration closes September 19 or when sold out \nQuestions? Contact clare.zuraw@finlandiafoundation.org \nJoin in on the fun of making an animal jar out of clay! There will be two days making and one day glazing your creations. Participants will learn how to make jars using a variety of handbuilding techniques\, such as pinching and rolling slabs. Bringing a picture of your favorite furry or scaly animal to use as a reference is highly encouraged. No previous experience working with clay is required\, all are welcome. 
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/fahc-folk-school-animal-jars-3/
LOCATION:MA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T131213
CREATED:20250908T174425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T211952Z
UID:18471-1759253400-1759264200@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:FAHC Folk School: Beginning Rag Rug Weaving
DESCRIPTION:Beginning Rag Rug Weaving \n4 sessions: Tuesdays September 30-October 21 \n5:30-8:30pm ET \nLocation: Finnish American Folk School Fiber Studio \nSkyline Commons 105 @ 200 Michigan St. Hancock \nInstructor: Phyllis Fredendall \nClass fee: $175SOLD OUT \nRegistration closes September 23 or when sold out \nThis class is an introduction to rag rug weaving for beginning weavers. Students will learn the basics of preparing a warp and dressing a floor loom as well as methods for preparing fabric for rag weaving and other techniques including the use of a temple during weaving. Yarn for the warp and all equipment will be provided. Students should bring garments or fabric yardage to be used as rag weft.  No experience necessary. Open to students ages 18 and up.
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/fahc-folk-school-beginning-rag-rug-weaving/
LOCATION:Skyline Commons\, 200 Michigan St\, Hancock\, MI\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T131213
CREATED:20250908T174425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T202953Z
UID:18469-1758967200-1758974400@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:FAHC Folk School: Kids Day with Clay - Pinch Pot Pets
DESCRIPTION:Kids Day with Clay: Pinch Pot PetsSaturday\, September 27\, 202510am-12pmInstructor: Paige LewandowskiLocation: Folk School Ceramics Studio (Skyline Commons Room 103)Class fee: $25CLICK HERE TO REGISTERRegistration closes September 22 or when sold out \nQuestions? Contact clare.zuraw@finlandiafoundation.org \nKids in grades 2 through 6 are invited to join us for a Kids Day with Clay. Participants will learn the basics of hand-building with clay by creating their own pinch pot pet. They’ll explore shaping\, decorating\, and adding features to bring their clay animal to life. Pieces will be left to dry and later fired in the kiln\, with pickup available after firing. Children must be accompanied by an adult guardian for the duration of class.  \nNo prior clay experience is needed—just curiosity and creativity! Clay can get messy\, so wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty or bring an apron. Closed-toe shoes are recommended. Kids should be prepared to work with their hands\, follow simple instructions\, and stay engaged for the full two-hour workshop.
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/fahc-folk-school-kids-day-with-clay-pinch-pot-pets/
LOCATION:Skyline Commons\, 200 Michigan St\, Hancock\, MI\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T131213
CREATED:20250908T174424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T201850Z
UID:18468-1758823200-1758830400@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:FAHC Folk School: Animal Jars
DESCRIPTION:Animal Jars3 sessions: Tuesday\, September 23 (make)\, Thursday\, September 25 (make)\, Tuesday September 30 (glaze)6-8pm ETInstructor: Lindsey HeidenLocation: Folk School Ceramics Studio (Skyline Commons Room 103)Class fee: $60CLICK HERE TO REGISTERRegistration closes September 19 or when sold out \nQuestions? Contact clare.zuraw@finlandiafoundation.org \nJoin in on the fun of making an animal jar out of clay! There will be two days making and one day glazing your creations. Participants will learn how to make jars using a variety of handbuilding techniques\, such as pinching and rolling slabs. Bringing a picture of your favorite furry or scaly animal to use as a reference is highly encouraged. No previous experience working with clay is required\, all are welcome. 
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/fahc-folk-school-animal-jars-2/
LOCATION:MA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T131213
CREATED:20250908T174424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T194820Z
UID:18467-1758708000-1758715200@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:FAHC Folk School: Ceramic Buttons
DESCRIPTION:Ceramic Buttons2 sessions: Wednesdays September 17 (make) + September 24 (glaze)10am-12pm ETInstructor: Lindsey HeidenLocation: Folk School Ceramics Studio (Skyline Commons Room 103)Class fee: $40CLICK HERE TO REGISTERRegistration closes September 12 or when sold out \nQuestions? Contact clare.zuraw@finlandiafoundation.org \n \nCome make ceramic buttons for all your winter knitting\, sewing and crochet projects. Participants will make buttons from start to finish. These buttons can be anything from traditional in shape and size\, to birds and flowers. The first class will be making and the second class will be decorating and glazing. There will be underglaze colors\, as well as a variety of glaze for folks to use\, to make the finishing touches of their wonderful buttons. And there is no limit except time to the amount of buttons you can make\, so come and make oodles of them! No previous experience working with clay is required\, all are welcome. 
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/fahc-folk-school-ceramic-buttons-2/
LOCATION:MA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T131213
CREATED:20250908T174424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T194820Z
UID:18466-1758650400-1758657600@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:FAHC Folk School: Animal Jars
DESCRIPTION:Animal Jars3 sessions: Tuesday\, September 23 (make)\, Thursday\, September 25 (make)\, Tuesday September 30 (glaze)6-8pm ETInstructor: Lindsey HeidenLocation: Folk School Ceramics Studio (Skyline Commons Room 103)Class fee: $60CLICK HERE TO REGISTERRegistration closes September 19 or when sold out \nQuestions? Contact clare.zuraw@finlandiafoundation.org \nJoin in on the fun of making an animal jar out of clay! There will be two days making and one day glazing your creations. Participants will learn how to make jars using a variety of handbuilding techniques\, such as pinching and rolling slabs. Bringing a picture of your favorite furry or scaly animal to use as a reference is highly encouraged. No previous experience working with clay is required\, all are welcome. 
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/fahc-folk-school-animal-jars/
LOCATION:MA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T143000
DTSTAMP:20260407T131213
CREATED:20250707T065917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250921T183254Z
UID:18035-1758448800-1758465000@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:Saima Tori & Car Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Vendors of Nordic and other merchandise\, arts\, handicrafts\, foods\, books\, music and more! Live music. Basket raffle. Hot and cold beverages and nisu/pulla. Lunch menu: salmon soup\, veggie chili\, chicken soup\, hot dogs. Classic cars. Membership table. Time to renew!
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/saima-tori-car-cruise/
LOCATION:Finnish Center of Saima Park\, 67 Scott Rd\, Fitchburg\, MA\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T131213
CREATED:20250908T174424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T190211Z
UID:18465-1758373200-1758380400@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:FAHC Folk School: Carving Club
DESCRIPTION:FAFS Carving ClubSaturdays September 20\, October 18\, November 15\, 20251-3pmLocation: Finnish American Folk School Wood Shop Skyline Commons Room 102 @ 200 Michigan St. HancockQuestions? Email clare.zuraw@finlandiafoundation.org \nWood carvers are invited to gather together to carve socially in our Folk School Wood Shop each month this fall. This is not a class and there will not be any formal instruction and no advanced registration is required. The goal is to bring carvers together to share ideas and inspiration. At this time there is no fee to participate. Carvers should bring their own tools and materials. Work benches with wedges will be available for use. Birch wood for carving is available this fall to participants with a donation to the school\, while supplies last.
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/fahc-folk-school-carving-club/
LOCATION:Skyline Commons\, 200 Michigan St\, Hancock\, MI\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T131213
CREATED:20250908T174424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T184709Z
UID:18464-1758103200-1758110400@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:FAHC Folk School: Ceramic Buttons
DESCRIPTION:Ceramic Buttons2 sessions: Wednesdays September 17 (make) + September 24 (glaze)10am-12pm ETInstructor: Lindsey HeidenLocation: Folk School Ceramics Studio (Skyline Commons Room 103)Class fee: $40CLICK HERE TO REGISTERRegistration closes September 12 or when sold out \nQuestions? Contact clare.zuraw@finlandiafoundation.org \n \nCome make ceramic buttons for all your winter knitting\, sewing and crochet projects. Participants will make buttons from start to finish. These buttons can be anything from traditional in shape and size\, to birds and flowers. The first class will be making and the second class will be decorating and glazing. There will be underglaze colors\, as well as a variety of glaze for folks to use\, to make the finishing touches of their wonderful buttons. And there is no limit except time to the amount of buttons you can make\, so come and make oodles of them! No previous experience working with clay is required\, all are welcome. 
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/fahc-folk-school-ceramic-buttons/
LOCATION:MA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T211500
DTSTAMP:20260407T131213
CREATED:20250402T171435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T180238Z
UID:17444-1758052800-1758057300@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:FFN Q3 Virtual Joint Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:FFN will host this virtual joint chapter meeting for our chapter affiliate leaders. We will give updates from FFN and look forward to hearing updates from your chapter. Tervetuloa! \nYour chapter leaders will receive the link from our office. Make your your chapter officers are current in our database by emailing office@finlandiafoudation.org
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/ffn-q3-virtual-joint-chapter-meeting/
LOCATION:MA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T131213
CREATED:20250710T075916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T153031Z
UID:18057-1756216800-1756220400@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:Finnish Language Coffee Hour
DESCRIPTION:Interested in practicing your Finnish language skills in a low-stakes\, casual environment? Would you like to be introduced to the basics? Tervetuloa mukaan!  \nOpen to all levels of Finnish speakers and learners. Practice pronunciation\, vocabulary\, basic grammar and more! Complementary coffee available  \n(To be relocated next door to Community Hall in the Finnish American Heritage Center if we have a large group.)  \nQuestions? Reach out to nate.fix@finlandiafoundation.org
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/finnish-language-coffee-hour-4/
LOCATION:North Wind Books\, 437 Quincy St\, Hancock\, MI\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T100000
DTSTAMP:20260407T131213
CREATED:20250707T065903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T140415Z
UID:18034-1755936000-1755943200@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:Pannukakku Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Delicious  Finnish oven pancake (top with maple syrup or strawberries!)\, bacon\, sausage\, fruit\, juice\, Finnish coffee bread\, coffee/tea/cocoa. $13 or 2/$25. Loaves of pulla for sale. Vendors of honeybee products\, arts & crafts.
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/pannukakku-breakfast-2/
LOCATION:Finnish Center of Saima Park\, 67 Scott Rd\, Fitchburg\, MA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T131213
CREATED:20250710T075916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T144525Z
UID:18056-1755612000-1755615600@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:Finnish Language Coffee Hour
DESCRIPTION:Interested in practicing your Finnish language skills in a low-stakes\, casual environment? Would you like to be introduced to the basics? Tervetuloa mukaan!  \nOpen to all levels of Finnish speakers and learners. Practice pronunciation\, vocabulary\, basic grammar and more! Complementary coffee available  \n(To be relocated next door to Community Hall in the Finnish American Heritage Center if we have a large group.)  \nQuestions? Reach out to nate.fix@finlandiafoundation.org
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/finnish-language-coffee-hour-3/
LOCATION:North Wind Books\, 437 Quincy St\, Hancock\, MI\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T201500
DTSTAMP:20260407T131213
CREATED:20250707T065902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T123300Z
UID:18033-1755023400-1755029700@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:FSU Community Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:The Fitchburg State University Community Orchestra invites all to their open rehearsals under the Pavilion. Bring a picnic and enjoy the music in a beautiful setting! Free. Rehearsals will be canceled if temperatures are above 90 or below 62\, or if there is lightning.
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/fsu-community-orchestra-5/
LOCATION:Finnish Center of Saima Park\, 67 Scott Rd\, Fitchburg\, MA\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T131213
CREATED:20250710T075915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T132941Z
UID:18055-1755007200-1755010800@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:Finnish Language Coffee Hour
DESCRIPTION:Interested in practicing your Finnish language skills in a low-stakes\, casual environment? Would you like to be introduced to the basics? Tervetuloa mukaan!  \nOpen to all levels of Finnish speakers and learners. Practice pronunciation\, vocabulary\, basic grammar and more! Complementary coffee available  \n(To be relocated next door to Community Hall in the Finnish American Heritage Center if we have a large group.)  \nQuestions? Reach out to nate.fix@finlandiafoundation.org
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/finnish-language-coffee-hour-2/
LOCATION:North Wind Books\, 437 Quincy St\, Hancock\, MI\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T131213
CREATED:20250710T075915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T131453Z
UID:18054-1754503200-1754506800@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:Finnish International Choir Concert: Community Singalong
DESCRIPTION:6 P.M. | Finnish American Heritage Center \nThe Finnish International Choir will join forces with several Copper Country-based groups and individuals to host this community singalong. Come by and take part in the tradition of music\, one of our most prized pieces of Finnish and Finnish-American culture. \nAdmission: Donations welcome\, no registration required
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/finnish-international-choir-concert-community-singalong/
LOCATION:Finnish American Heritage Center\, 435 Quincy St\, Hancock\, MI\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T131213
CREATED:20250710T075915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T130749Z
UID:18053-1754420400-1754424000@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:Finnish International Choir Concert: Songs and Stories of the Heart
DESCRIPTION:7 P.M. | Finnish American Heritage Center \nSongs and Stories of the Heart. If you missed them at FinnFest\, or you can’t get enough of them\, join us at the Finnish American Heritage Center for a touching evening concert. \nPlay My Kantele\, Beneath the Northern Star\, farewell  \nAdmission: Suggested donation $20. Tickets available at the door.
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/finnish-international-choir-concert-songs-and-stories-of-the-heart/
LOCATION:Finnish American Heritage Center\, 435 Quincy St\, Hancock\, MI\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T201500
DTSTAMP:20260407T131213
CREATED:20250707T065902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T114457Z
UID:18032-1754418600-1754424900@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:FSU Community Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:The Fitchburg State University Community Orchestra invites all to their open rehearsals under the Pavilion. Bring a picnic and enjoy the music in a beautiful setting! Free. Rehearsals will be canceled if temperatures are above 90 or below 62\, or if there is lightning.
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/fsu-community-orchestra-4/
LOCATION:Finnish Center of Saima Park\, 67 Scott Rd\, Fitchburg\, MA\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T131213
CREATED:20250710T075915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T130749Z
UID:18052-1754402400-1754406000@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:Finnish Language Coffee Hour
DESCRIPTION:Interested in practicing your Finnish language skills in a low-stakes\, casual environment? Would you like to be introduced to the basics? Tervetuloa mukaan!  \nOpen to all levels of Finnish speakers and learners. Practice pronunciation\, vocabulary\, basic grammar and more! Complementary coffee available  \n(To be relocated next door to Community Hall in the Finnish American Heritage Center if we have a large group.)  \nQuestions? Reach out to nate.fix@finlandiafoundation.org
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/finnish-language-coffee-hour/
LOCATION:North Wind Books\, 437 Quincy St\, Hancock\, MI\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T131213
CREATED:20250710T075915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T130748Z
UID:18051-1754388000-1754395200@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:Finnish American Folk School Workshops
DESCRIPTION:10 A.M. – 12 P.M. | Folk School Studios (Skyline Commons\, 200 Michigan St.) \nNordic Birch Stars | Lastu Koriste | Needle Felting | Intro to Jouhikko \nSample a short workshop at the Finnish American Folk School. Learn a new skill\, and go home with a hand made souvenir! Public registration opens July 15. Workshop descriptions will be posted on Folk School website. \nAdmission is $20 per person. Pre-registration required\, choir members get first registration opportunity.
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/finnish-american-folk-school-workshops/
LOCATION:Skyline Commons\, 200 Michigan St\, Hancock\, MI\, United States
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