2020 Spring Meetings and Events
January 12, 2020
January 12, 2020
January 12, 2020
Sonja Henie
Join us as we view a documentary on the life of this famous Norwegian ice skater, movie star and businesswoman. The video was produced by the Norwegian Broadcasting Corporation in 2007 and is in English.
February 9, 2020
January 12, 2020
January 12, 2020
Camp Oldfjell
Learn about our District 6 adult folk school, held at Camp Norge in Alta, California.
Hear the stories of 4 members from our lodge about their wonderful adventures
at camp, learning loom weaving, chip carving, rosemaling, folk dancing, viking metal weaving, and more!
Meal: Torsk (Cod) or meatballs, potatoes, vegetables, dessert and beverage $20
March 28, 2020
January 12, 2020
April 19, 2020 POSTPONED!
EVENT CANCELLED
UFFDA!!
Due to concerns with coronavirus we regret that we will be cancelling the festival and performance. We are currently making plans to re-schedule for early November 2020. Thank you for understanding. We will be in contact with everyone who purchased a ticket and vendors to arrange for a refund by early next week. Stay safe.
Scandinavian Viking Festival Originally Scheduled for March 28, 2020 has been postponed until Fall. Please check back for our new date and plans.
April 19, 2020 POSTPONED!
April 19, 2020 POSTPONED!
April 19, 2020 POSTPONED!
EVENT CANCELLED
The World of Contemporary Art in Norway Today
May 17, 2020
April 19, 2020 POSTPONED!
May 17, 2020
EVENT CANCELLED
Celebrate Norway's National Day!
Sunday, May 17, 2020
2019 Fall Meetings and Events
September 2019
September 2019
September 2019
AQUAVIT: The Scandinavian Spirit by Don Johnson: Aquavit is a distilled spirit that is principally produced in Scandinavia, where it has been produced since the 15th century.
October 2019
September 2019
September 2019
Edvard Grieg and Bruce Folken by Bruce Folken: Bruce is a native of Austin, MN - “home of Spam”. All four of Bruce’s ancestors’ families are from Norway. Both of his grandmothers came from Bergen and Ringebu; his grandfather’s parents came from Vestre Slidre and Hafslo. He’ll share family stories but will focus on his family’s ties to Edvard Grieg and Troldhaugen.
November 2019
November 2019
November 2019
Anniversary Celebration - Meet and Greet: Our lodge’s 35th anniversary celebration with the Scandinavian dancers, Yul Bazaar and crafts. This will be a wine and cheese, cake and coffee event.
December 2019
November 2019
November 2019
December 8: Christmas program with Norwegians Worldwide - NOTE LOCATION CHANGE:
Juletrefest - A Norwegian Christmas Party
Sunday, December 8 | 2:00 PM
Trinity Lutheran Church
9424 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, Arizona 85021FREE Admission (potluck event)
Celebrate holiday fun with the family at our Norwegian Christmas Party, or Juletrefest as we call it in the homeland! This FREE annual potluck event is fun for all ages with traditional singing and dancing around the Christmas tree, delicious Scandinavian holiday foods like julegrøt, kid's crafts, raffle prizes, and even a visit from a special guest from the North Pole! 🎅🎄
Bring the family, your favorite holiday dish or dessert to share, and your good spirits – God Jul!
Special Fall 2019 Events
A Scandinavian Tour - October 19th
A Scandinavian Tour - October 19th
A Scandinavian Tour - October 19th
North Valley Symphony Orchestra kicks off the 2019-20 concert season with an evening of music that evokes the misty fjords, rugged mountains and deep forests of Scandinavia. Travel to Scandinavian countries without even leaving Phoenix, with masterpieces that include Svendsen’s Two Swedish Folksongs (Sweden), Nielsen’s Helios Overture (Denmark), Sibelius’ Karelia Suite, Op. 11 (Finland), and Grieg’s Peer Gynt Suite #1 and #2 (Norway). This concert may entice you to book your next vacation to Scandinavia!
Scandinavian Jul Bazaar
A Scandinavian Tour - October 19th
A Scandinavian Tour - October 19th
Saturday, November 9, 2019 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church 1500 W. Maryland Avenue Phoenix, Arizona
NW Corner of 15th and MarylandAvenues
FREE ADMISSION
The Nordic countries of Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden invite you to their annual Jul Bazaar on Saturday, November 9th. Antiques and vintage treasures, collectibles, rosemaling, handcrafted arts, books, music and movies are among your shopping choices. And while you shop, enjoy the many Scandinavian food booths offering yellow pea soup and rye bread, homemade frikadeller, lapskaus, lefse, waffles, cookies, pastries and more.