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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T203000
DTSTAMP:20260413T042811
CREATED:20250908T174425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T211952Z
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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/
LOCATION:Skyline Commons\, 200 Michigan St\, Hancock\, MI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T120000
DTSTAMP:20260413T042811
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T200000
DTSTAMP:20260413T042811
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T120000
DTSTAMP:20260413T042811
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T200000
DTSTAMP:20260413T042811
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T143000
DTSTAMP:20260413T042811
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T150000
DTSTAMP:20260413T042811
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T120000
DTSTAMP:20260413T042811
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T211500
DTSTAMP:20260413T042811
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T150000
DTSTAMP:20260413T042811
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T100000
DTSTAMP:20260413T042811
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:20260413T042811
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:20260413T042811
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T150000
DTSTAMP:20260413T042811
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:20260413T042811
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:20260413T042811
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:20260413T042811
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:20260413T042811
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T120000
DTSTAMP:20260413T042811
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250804T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250804T193000
DTSTAMP:20260413T042811
CREATED:20250710T075914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T130038Z
UID:18050-1754332200-1754335800@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:Kivajat Dancers Performance & Michigan Heritage Award Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a performance by Hancock’s Kivajat Finnish American Folk Dancers\, a children’s folk dancing group that has been active in the Keweenaw for over 20 years. The group’s founder and leader\, Kay Seppala\, is a 2025 Michigan Heritage Awardee and a representative from the Michigan Traditional Arts Program will be on site to bestow the award during the event. \nThe Michigan Heritage Awards honor individuals who continue their family and community folk traditions with excellence through practice and teaching\, or individuals who are recognized as outstanding community leaders in the maintenance\, documentation\, or presentation of traditional arts. \nAdmission is free. Donations welcome\, no registration required.
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/kivajat-dancers-performance-michigan-heritage-award-ceremony/
LOCATION:Finnish American Heritage Center\, 435 Quincy St\, Hancock\, MI\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250804T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250804T173000
DTSTAMP:20260413T042811
CREATED:20250712T075856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T130037Z
UID:18062-1754323200-1754328600@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:"Phantom Finn" Discussion and Book Signing
DESCRIPTION:Meet sports historian and author Kalle Virtapohja\, Phd. along with Jari Salonen\, CEO of Paavo Nurmi Games\, as they discuss the history of Paavo Nurmi & how the world’s greatest runner bridged Finland and America.\nNurmi\, the olympian also known as the “Flying Finn\,” dominated distance running in the 1920s. Nurmi set 22 official world records at distances between 1\,500 metres and 20 kilometres\, and won nine gold and three silver medals in his 12 events in the Summer Olympic Games.
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/phantom-finn-discussion-and-book-signing/
LOCATION:Finnish American Heritage Center\, 435 Quincy St\, Hancock\, MI\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250804T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250804T163000
DTSTAMP:20260413T042811
CREATED:20250710T075914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T130037Z
UID:18049-1754301600-1754325000@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:Exhibit Opening: Why did the Finns come to Copper Country?
DESCRIPTION:10 A.M. | Wiljanen Community Hall\, FAHC  \nThis exhibit will focus on the timeline and reasons for Finnish immigration to the Copper Country and explore themes of family\, occupation\, recreation\, and education\, as well as social\, political\, and religious movements among Finnish immigrants and their descendants. \nCurated by Joanna Chopp\, Archivist.
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/exhibit-opening-why-did-the-finns-come-to-copper-country/
LOCATION:Finnish American Heritage Center\, 435 Quincy St\, Hancock\, MI\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T201500
DTSTAMP:20260413T042811
CREATED:20250707T065848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T102051Z
UID:18030-1753813800-1753820100@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-3/
LOCATION:Finnish Center of Saima Park\, 67 Scott Rd\, Fitchburg\, MA\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T183000
DTSTAMP:20260413T042811
CREATED:20250707T065848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T102051Z
UID:18031-1753811100-1753813800@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:Stroll around the park with naturalist Mike Potsaid as he identifies a variety of plants and shares interesting facts and lore about them. Free.
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/wildflower-walk-2/
LOCATION:Finnish Center of Saima Park\, 67 Scott Rd\, Fitchburg\, MA\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T100000
DTSTAMP:20260413T042811
CREATED:20250707T065847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250726T094408Z
UID:18029-1753516800-1753524000@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. Vendors of bee products\, arts & crafts. Loaves of coffee bread for sale.
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/pannukakku-breakfast/
LOCATION:Finnish Center of Saima Park\, 67 Scott Rd\, Fitchburg\, MA\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250728
DTSTAMP:20260413T042811
CREATED:20240716T034440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T034440Z
UID:16847-1753401600-1753660799@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:WA: Finnish American Folk Festival of Naselle
DESCRIPTION:Every other year\, this celebration of Finnish culture and Finnish-American heritage of the greater Naselle area showcases local craftspeople\, performers from Finland and the U.S.\, traditional cuisine\, and more!
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/wa-finnish-american-folk-festival-of-naselle/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Finnish Heritage,Finnish-American Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T201500
DTSTAMP:20260413T042811
CREATED:20250707T065847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T093344Z
UID:18028-1753209000-1753215300@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-2/
LOCATION:Finnish Center of Saima Park\, 67 Scott Rd\, Fitchburg\, MA\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T201500
DTSTAMP:20260413T042811
CREATED:20250707T065846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T081657Z
UID:18026-1752604200-1752610500@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/
LOCATION:Finnish Center of Saima Park\, 67 Scott Rd\, Fitchburg\, MA\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T183000
DTSTAMP:20260413T042811
CREATED:20250707T065847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T081657Z
UID:18027-1752601500-1752604200@finlandiafoundation.org
SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:Stroll around the park with naturalist Mike Potsaid as he identifies a variety of plants and shares interesting facts and beliefs about them. Free.
URL:https://finlandiafoundation.org/event/wildflower-walk/
LOCATION:Finnish Center of Saima Park\, 67 Scott Rd\, Fitchburg\, MA\, United States
END:VEVENT
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