Previous Events

2024 Past Events

  • January 21, 2024 – SSWP presents a Virtual Film on Zoom at 3:00 p.m.  Passage to Sweden recounts the efforts of Swedes to provide a refuge for Jews fleeing Nazi controlled areas and the Holocaust.
  • February 18, 2024 – Traditional Fastleven celebration.  3:00 p.m.  Children are invited to come in costumes (anything fun) this is the Danish version of Carnival.  There will be activities and crafts.

2023 Past Events

  • March 19, 2023 – A presentation prepared and recorded by the Vesterheim Museum that features two members of the Tuve family talking about Richard and Merle Tuve who were brothers and scientists who made important contributions to their fields.  Contact Eva Robinson for the login.  Zoom session begins at 3 p.m.
  • April 16, 2023 – 2:00-3:30 -Easter Egg Hunt for children at the Colombo Home, 417 Hartwood Trail, Pittsburgh, 15238. Contact Eva Robinson before event to let us know if you have children or grandchildren, coming.  Nothing to bring, water coffee, and sweets for all. 
  • May 7, 2023 – SPECIAL FILM SHOWING OF “Passage to Sweden” – an award-winning documentary film on those in Norway, Denmark and Sweden who helped save Jews in their country during World War II.  The film director will be present  for discussion following the showing at the Row House Theater in Lawrenceville. Tickets required and sponsors needed.
  • May 21, 2023 – Norwegian Independence Day Celebration at Aspinwall Fireman’s Park, 3:00 p.m. Bring a dish to share. BYOB.
  • July 22, 2023 – Midsommer Celebration – Saturday, at Renato and Suzanne Lyra’s Home, 104 Lazy W Lane, Cheswick, 3:00 p.m. There are special activities for children. Bring a dish, chairs or blankets, a dish to share and BYOB.
  • September 17, 2023 – Crayfish festival at Aspinwall Fireman’s Park at 3:00 p.m. Crayfish provided, bring a dish to share and BYOB.
  • September 17, 2023 – Crayfish festival at Aspinwall Fireman’s Park at 3:00 p.m. Crayfish provided, bring a dish to share and BYOB.
  • October 14, 2023 – Nordic Night honoring all the Nordic Countries.  Reservations required (deadline Oct. 6) for a night of good dining and then dance to the music of Drew Moniot and the Red Rocket Band.  St. James Episcopal Church, 11524 Frankstown Road, Penn Hills.
  • November 19, 2023 – Come participate in the traditional craft of making paper Christmas Hearts and bring a dish to share that serves about 25. The location is the recreation room of the Albion at Morrow Park at 5250 Liberty Ave.  Use the door on Liberty closest to Baum.  Someone will be at the secured door between 2:30 and 3:15.  After that call Kristen at  412-897 4728.  For more on parking click here.
  • December 10, 2023 – Annual Christmas Party, 3:00.  Our traditional foods and fun will be held at the Blackridge Civic Association, 1200 Beulah Road.  This event requires reservations, and they must be made by December 1.  The form for reservations is here.

2022 Past Events – For the link to all events on Zoom, contact President Eva Robinson at president@pittsburghscandinavians.org

  • January 16, 2022 – Two short videos about how a family saved their sled dog business during the pandemic and an annual roundoup of a special breed of Icelandic horses.  Time for conversation as well. Join us on Zoom.
  • February 20, 2022 – a video session on the Fastlevn holiday, its history and how to make its signature pastry.  Bring your questions and comments and join us for discussion before and after the video shown on Zoom.
  • May 15, 2022 – Norwegian Independence Day Celebration at Aspinwall Fireman’s Park, 3:00 p.m. Bring a dish to share. BYOB.
  • June 25, 2022 – Midsommer Celebration, Saturday, at Renato and Suzanne Lyra’s Home, 104 Lazy W Lane, Cheswick, 3:00 p.m. There are special activities for children. Bring a dish, chairs to share and BYOB.
  • September 11, 2022 – Crayfish festival at Aspinwall Fireman’s Park at 3:00 p.m. Crayfish provided, bring a dish to share and BYOB.
  • October 22, 2022 – Nordic Night (Saturday) A really special event dinner preceded by a concert by Magnus Martensson in person, who combines comedy and great piano playing.  Details for member were sent in a special email.  The event is at Church of the Redeemer, 5700 Forbes Rd., Squirrel Hill, Pittsburgh. Doors open for the Martensson performance at 3:30, with the perfromance beginning at 4:00.  The Nordic Night dinner  will follow. 
  • November 20, 2022 – Christine Case, who is studying fairy tales will give a presentation on her summer study funded by the Herbert Lieberkind Scholarship for Summer Study in Denmark. Case spen time at the Tivoli Gardens, the Hans Christian Andersen Home, and the museum at Odense.  This is an in-person event at 3:00 p.m. at the First Unitarian Church, 605 Morewood Ave. Pittsburgh.  Bring a dish to share.
  • December 11, 2022 – Annual Christmas Party, at the Blackridge Civic Center.  Reservations required.  Registration Forms will be sent by December 1.

 

2021 Past Events – For the link to all events on Zoom, contact President Eva Robinson at   president@pittsburghscandinavians.org

  • December 12, 2021.  The Christmas Party is back!  It will be members only, no guests, masks required.  Those eligible for, but unvaccinated are requested to not participate in order to protect the children who cannot yet be vaccinated and any immune compromised adults.  Registration is required and the form will be sent to members in November.
  • November 21, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. We are going to do some simple craft activities for Christmas decorating.  Have scissors and plain, colored, or craft paper handy.  patterns will be emailed to members and will also be available on screen shares during the meeting. For how to connect to the Zoom event, contact President Eva Robinson at  president@pittsburghscandinavians.org
  • October 17, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. “Summer Study in Denmark”  a presentation by Mark Attenborough who had a scholarship for study this last summer. For how to connect to the Zoom event, contact President Eva Robinson at  president@pittsburghscandinavians.org
  • September 19, 2021. An online version of our annual crayfish festival.  Wear a silly hat, bring your own beverages, and enjoy being together and three short videos about the festival. The fun begins at 3:00 p.m. For how to connect to the Zoom event, contact President Eva Robinson at  president@pittsburghscandinavians.org
  • April 18, 2021. A video presentation by Norwegian storyteller Anne Elisebeth Skogen that recounts the esperience of the Norwegian immigrants to the U.S. who arrived on the sloop Restauration,.  Their arrival is considered the start of immigration to the U.S. from Norway.  Skogen has done extensive research on the topic.  There will be time for questions and comments.  So bring your munchies and join us on Zoom at 4. p.m.    For how to connect to the Zoom event, contact President Eva Robinson at  president@pittsburghscandinavians.org
  • March 21, 2021 -Travel Video.  Bob Gundersen will show the 20 minute video “The Gundersen Sagas: Northern Finland 2016.”  Joan and Bob Gundersen reunited with old friends in Finland in 2016 for a trip from Oulu  to  Finland’s northern border.  There are stops along the way to enjoy Finland’s beautiful lakes, woods, and historic sites. Bring your questions, comments and munchies for another Zoom meeting.
  • February 21, 2021 –  Animated Short Movie on the History of the Lego Company. 3 p.m. Join us for a family friendly Zoom event.  Non-members welcome.  For how to connect to the Zoom event, contact President Eva Robinson at  president@pittsburghscandinavians.org
  • January 17, 2021 – Movie Night.  Join us for two short videos and discussion.  One looks at the the foods to try on a visit to Sweden, and the other on what not to do when in Finland.  Bring your own popcorn and join us on Zoom. 

2020 Past Events

  • December 2020 – Presentations by several members of the society on how their families celebrated Christmas in the Nordic countries.  Bring your own Christmas cheer, and join us at 3 p.m. on Zoom.  Non-members welcome, for how to connect to the zoom event, contact President Eva Robinson at president@pittsburghscandinavians.org
  • November 15, 2020 – Talk by Joan Gundersen,”Building a Norwegian-American College on the Minnesota Frontier.”  3 p.m. The talk is fully illustrated.  Dr. Gundersen spent 14 years on the history faculty at St. Olaf.   Zoom information in Runes.  Non-members welcome, for how to connect to the zoom event, contact President Eva Robinson at president@pittsburghscandinavians.org
  • October 18, 2020 – Special short concert by Magnus Martensson. 3 p.m.  Martensson will be available after his performance to answer questions.  Zoom information in Runes.  Non-members welcome, for how to connect to the zoom event, contact President Eva Robinson at president@pittsburghscandinavians.org
  • September 20, 2020 – Swedish Crayfish Celebration. Virtual celebration with video, chat and singing. 4:00 p.m. on zoom.
  • August 21, 2020, Zoom social for members 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.  Bring your own drink and sign in to the zoom meeting.  For meeting ID and password email webmaster@pittsburghscandinavians.org
  • June – Cancelled due to pandemic.Midsommer Celebration date and place
  • May 17 2020 –  Cancelled due to pandemic. Norwegian Constitution Day.  Come and celebrate with costumes, games, and potluck at Aspinwall Fireman’s Park. 3:00 p.m.
  • April 19, 2020, Must be rescheduled to to travel restrictions related to covid-19.   When information is available, it will be posted here. Concert by Magnus Martensson.  Swedish Concert pianist and comedian.  This event is ticketed – advance purchase $10, at the door (if still available $15).  You can reserve your tickets here. The concert is in the First Unitarian Church sanctuary with a light reception in the Schweizer Room following, 605 Morewood, Pittsburgh, 15213.  
  • March 15, 2020,  Cancelled due to covid-19 shutdown.  We will try to reschedule in the future. Seana Gysling, a senior at the university of Pittsburgh majoring in Biology and Business, spent her summer studying in Denmark with support from the Herbert Lieberking Scholarship for Summer Study in Denmark.  She will talk about her experience. at the First Unitarian Church, Schweitzer Room, 605 Morewood, Pittsburgh, 15213 . Potluck, bring a dish to share that feeds 15. Event starts at 3:00 p.m. 
  • February 16, 2020, Fastleven and Children’s movie -“How to Tame Your Dragon II”- at the First Unitarian Church, Schweitzer Room, 605 Morewood, Pittsburgh, 15213 . Potluck, bring a dish to share that feeds 15. Event starts at 3:00 p.m. 
  • January 19, 2020, Movie Night. The film is “The 101 Year Old Man Who Skipped Out on the Bill and Disappeared.”  It is the sequel to the very funny Swedish film, “The 100 Year Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared.”  The event starts at 3:00 p.m. at the First Unitarian Church, Schweitzer Room, 605 Morewood, Pittsburgh, 15213.   

2019 Past Events

  • December 2019 – Christmas Party. Blackridge Civic Club.  The popular event has limited space with reservations required and open to members only.
  • November 17, 2019 – Social Event, Penn Brewery, 3:00 p.m. The society will buy snacks.
  • October 19, 2019- Nordic Night honoring all the Nordic Countries.  Reservations required for a night of good dining and a special cultural program.  Oakmont Yacht Club.
  • September 22, 2019 – Swedish Crayfish Celebration. Singing, games, crayfish and potluck at Aspinwall Fireman’s Park at 3:00 p.m.  National Dress encouraged. Bring dish to serve 15.
  • June 22, 2019 (Saturday) – 5 p.m.  Celebrate Midsommer at the home of Renato and Susanne Lyra, 104 Lazy W Lane, Cheswick.  Bonfire, games, traditional dancing, maypole, and of course a potluck.  Bring flowers for Maypole and a potluck dish for 15-20. 
  • May 19 2019 – Norwegian Constitution Day.  Come and celebrate with costumes, games, and potluck at Aspinwall Fireman’s Park.
  • April 14, 2019 – Rescheduled Movie Night! Come watch Max Manus: Man of War. One of Norway’s most famous resistance fighters in World War II, Manus fought along side the Finns during the 1939-40 “Winter War” and then against the Nazi frorces who occupied Norway from 1940-45. For more on the video go here.  The meeting at the  First Unitarian Church at 605 Morewood, Pittsburgh, 15213, starts at 3:00 p.m. Bring potluck items.
  • March 17, 2019 – Paul Hopper, a linguist, from CMU will give a talk “Is English a Scandinavian Language?”  Potluck follows. Bring a dish to share that serves 15.  Schweitzer Room, First Unitarian Church, 605 Morewood, Pittsburgh, 15213 at 3:00 p.m.
  • February 17, 2019 – Fastelavn Celebration. Children are welcome to come in costumes (non-scary Halloween types).  There will be traditionally activities for children including a pinata and a movie.  For adults there will be time to socialize and the potluck is for everyone.  Bring a dish to share that serves 15.  Schweitzer Room, First Unitarian Church, 605 Morewood, Pittsburgh, 15213 at 3:00 p.m.
  • January 20, 2019 – Movie Night – cancelled due to weather conditions

2018 Past Events

  • December 9, 2018 – Scandinavian Christmas Party, Blackridge Civic Association, By Reservation – Members and Guests Only
  • November 18, 2018 – Penn Brewery Social.  Join other members for an afternoon of conversation and fun at the Penn Brewery, 800 Vinial Street, Pittsburgh 15212 at 3:00 p.m.   Light snacks provided. Cash Bar.  
  • October 20, 2018 – Nordic Night honoring all the Nordic Countries.  Reservations required for a night of good dining and a special cultural program.  Oakmont Yacht Club.
  • September 16, 2018 – Swedish Crayfish Celebration. Singing, games, crayfish and potluck at Aspinwall Fireman’s Park at 3:00 p.m.
  • June 23,  2018 – 5 p.m..  Celebrate Midsommer at the home of Renato and Susanne Lyra Lindell, 104 Lazy W Lane, Cheswick.  Bonfire, games, traditional dancing, maypole, and of course a potluck.  Bring flowers for Maypole and a potluck dish for 15-20.
  • May 20, 2018 – Norwegian Constitution Day.  Come and celebrate with costumes, games, and potluck at Aspinwall Fireman’s Park.
  • April 15, 2018 – Ray Jones will discuss genetic testing and its applications to genealogy and Scandinavian heritage.  Pot Luck. Schweitzer Room, First Unitarian Church, 605 Morewood, Pittsburgh, 15213 at 3:00 p.m.
  • May 20, 2018 – Norwegian Constitution Day.  Come and celebrate with costumes, games, and potluck at Aspinwall Fireman’s Park.
  • March 18, 2018 – Theresa Leatherow, Danish Scholarship Recipient will talk about her time in Denmark on the scholarship offered through the Danish Room.  Schweitzer Room, First Unitarian Church, 605 Morewood, Pittsburgh, 15213 at 3:00 p.m.
  • February 18, 2018 – Fastelavn Celebration. Children ware welcome to come in costumes (non-scary Halloween types).  There will be traditionally activities for children including a pinata and a movie Trolls.  For adults there will be time to socialize and the potluck is for everyone.  Bring a dish to share that serves 15.  Schweitzer Room, First Unitarian Church, 605 Morewood, Pittsburgh, 15213 at 3:00 p.m.
  • Sunday January 21, Movie Night!  Join us for a viewing of the 100 Year Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared, a quirky comedy in Swedish with English subtitles and based on the best selling book by Swedish author Jonas Jonassonn.  For more on the movie go here. The meeting at the  First Unitarian Church at 605 Morewood, Pittsburgh, 15213, starts at 3:00 p.m. with the society providing “movie food.” 

2017 Calendar of  Past Events

  • Sunday January 15, 2017 Movie night – come watch “A Royal Affair” a 2012 Danish film nominated for both a Golden Globe and Academy Award as best foreign film. Schweitzer Room, First Unitarian Church, 605 Morewood, Pittsburgh, 15213, 3:00 p.m.  Movie Food provided.
  • Sunday February 19, 2017.  Fastelavn: a fun event for children of all ages.  Schweitzer Room, First Unitarian Church, 605 Morewood, Pittsburgh, 15213, 3:00 p.m.
  • Sunday March 19, 2017. “The History of Finnish Independence” a talk by Prof. Sharon Franklin-Rahkonen.  Learn about how Finland managed to achieve and maintain its independence from Russia.  Dr.Franklin-Rahkonen is on the history faculty at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, and has a specialty in Finnish History.  Bring something for the Pot-luck that will serve 10-15.   Schweitzer Room, First Unitarian Church, 605 Morewood, Pittsburgh, 15213, 3:00 p.m.
  • Sunday April 23, 2017. Talk by Mary Kay Johnsen on the Danish Astronomer, Tycho Brahe, First Unitarian Church, 605 Morewood, Pittsburgh, 15213, 3:00 p.m.
  • Sunday May 21, 2017. “Syttende Mai” Norwegian Constitution Day Celebration. Aspinwall Fireman’s Park. 3:00 p.m.  Potluck. National Costumes encouraged.
  • Saturday June 24, 2017. Midsummer Celebration.  Home of Renato Lyra and Suzanne Lindell, 104 Lazy W Lane, Cheswick at 5:00 p.m. Potluck. Bring lawn chairs.  Maypole, games, bonfire and more. 
  • June 29, 30, July 1, 2, 2017 – Scandinavian Society booth at the Westmoreland Arts and Heritage Festival. Need booth volunteers. Contact Eva Robison if you can help.
  • Sunday 24 September 2017. Swedish Crayfish Festival, Aspinwall Fireman’s Park. Bring a dish to share with about 15 people.  Make a silly hat to wear, and wear traditional costumes if you have them.  There will be some special activities for Children.  Starts at 3:00 p.m.
  • Saturday October 21, 2017. Nordic Night, Oakmont Yacht Club, Harmony Hot Haus performing, Reservations required.

 

 

2016 Calendar of  Past Events

  • Saturday 15 October 2016 – Nordic Night, Oakmont Yacht Club, RESERVATIONS ONLY.  Social time starts at 5:30, welcome at 6:15.
  • Saturday 12 November 2016 – Social Event, Church Brew Works, 6:30 p.m.
  • Sunday 11 December 2016 – Christmas Party – Blackridge Civic Association, MEMBERS ONLY.
  • Saturday-Sunday, September 3-4 – Pittsburgh Folk Festival, Schenley Plaza
  • Sunday 18 September 2016 – Swedish Crayfish Festival, Aspinwall Fireman’s Park.
  • July 1, 2, 3 – Booth at Westmoreland Arts and Heritage Festival
  • Saturday 9 July 2016 – Participate in Pittsburgh Bicentennial Parade. 
  • Saturday 18 June 2016 Midsommer Celebration, hosted at a private home in Sewickley – The address is 1008 Beaver St. Sewickley, PA 15143 but the entrance is McKown – BRING THE CHILDREN, Bring chairs and a pot luck dish to serve 20-25 people.
  • Sunday 15 May 2016, Norwegian Constitution Day, Aspinwall Fireman’s Park, BRING THE CHILDREN! Potluck, so bring a dish to share that feeds 15-20.
  • Sunday 17 April 2016, Room 1228 Cathedral of Learning, 3:00 p.m. Hilary Kinal, Our Long Lost Cousins – the Goths
  • Sunday 20 March 2016,  Room 1228 Cathedral of Learning, 3:00 p.m. Talk by William Fox on Asatru, the attempt to revive the old Norse faith.
  • Sunday 21 February 2016, Fastleven, Room 1228, Cathedral of Learning, 3:00 p.m.  This is a traditional event for children.  There will be an animated cartoon (“Thor”) and a pinanta.  Children are encouraged to come in costumes.

2015 Calendar of  Past Events

  • Sunday 17 January 2016, Movie Night, Room 1228, Cathedral of Learning, 3:00 p.m.  Members do not need to bring any food. Just come and enjoy oscar-winner “Babette’s Feast.”  Food (hot dogs, popcorn, drinks) provided.
  • Sunday 13 December 2015, Christmas Party, Blackridge Civic Association – Members Only, reservations required.
  • Sunday, 22 November 2015, Regular Meeting, Program t.b.a. Cathedral of Learning, 3:00 p.m. NOTE THE DATE HAS CHANGED (from Nov 15 to Nov. 22)!!
  • Saturday 17 October 2015 Nordic Night, Oakmont Yacht Club, a celebration of the Nordic Countries – Reservation required. Deadline for reservations in October 10.  Details and reservation form here. Pay on-line here.
  • 26 September 2015 Special Event of Interest (not official society event) – Finnish Room Benefit Concert.
  • Sunday 20 September 2015 Swedish Crayfish Festival, Aspinwall Fireman’s Park Shelter, 3:00 p.m.  Pot Luck.
  • Sun 28 June  Midsummer Celebration, Aspinwall Fireman’s Park Shelter 4:00 p.m. 
  • Thurs 2 July – Sunday 5 July, 2015  Westmoreland Arts and Heritage Festival booth. 
  • Sun 18 Jan   Movie Showing, 4:00 pm Room 1228 Cathedral of Learning, University of Pittsburgh
  • Sun 15 Feb   Special Event – Fastelavn and showing of Pipi Longstocking Movie 3:00 pm Room 1228 Cathedral of Learning, Danish Mardi-Gras for children.
  • Sunday 15 March 2015  Regular Meeting, 3:00 p.m., Room 1228 Cathedral of Learning, University of Pittsburgh.  Nicholas Graff who received a scholarship to study in Denmark will talk about his experience.
  • Sunday 19 April 2015  Regular Meeting, 3:00 p.m., Room 1228 Cathedral of Learning, University of Pittsburgh. Surprise Program by one of the members.
  • Sunday 17 May 2015 Norwegian Constitution Day celebration, Aspinwall Fireman’s Park Shelter, 3:00 p.m.

 

2014 Calendar of Events

  • Sun 19 Jan   Movie Showing, 4:00 pm Room 1228 Cathedral of Learning, University of Pittsburgh, Scandinavian movie – “Italian for Beginners“.
  • Sun 16 Feb   Special Event – Fastelavn, 3:00 pm Room 1228 Cathedral of Learning, Danish Mardi-Gras for children.
  • Sun 16 Mar   Regular Meeting, 3:00 pm 1228 Cathedral of Learning, Presentation by our scholarship recipient.
  • Sun 13 Apr   Regular Meeting, 3:00 pm 1228 Cathedral of Learning, Experiences in Norway by Angela Nied.
  • Sat 17 May   Syttende Mai, Norwegian Constitution Day Celebration.
  • Sat 21 Jun   Midsummer Celebration and General Meeting.  Everyone Welcome.
  • Sun 21 Sep   Crayfish Party.  Fireman’s Park, Aspinwall, 4 p.m.
  • Sat 18 October   Nordic Night. 5:30 p.m.   Church of the Redeemer, 5700 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh, PA (Squirrel Hill area).  Dinner with an after-dinner demonstration of woodcarving. 
  • Sun  16 November  Regular Meeting, 3:00 p.m., Room 1228 Cathedral of Learning, University of Pittsburgh.  Making traditional Christmas decorations, bring a dessert to share.  No potluck.
  • 14 Dec   Scandinavian Christmas Party.  3:00 p.m., Blackridge Community Center.  By reservation.  Members and guests only.

2013 Calendar of Events

  • Sun 20 Jan – Regular Meeting 3:00 PM Room 1228 Cathedral of Learning, University of Pittsburgh, Karla Boos and Stevie Herendeen from Quantum Theatre will talk about the theatre and two upcoming plays by Scandinavian playwrights.
  • Sun 17 Feb – Special Event – Fastelavn, Room 1228 Cathedral of Learning, Danish Mardi-Gras for children.
  • Sun 17 Mar – Regular Meeting 3:00 PM Room 1228 Cathedral of Learning, University of Pittsburgh, Rev. Erik Andrae: Raoul Wallenberg.
  • Sun 14 Apr – Regular Meeting 3:00 PM Room 1228 Cathedral of Learning, University of Pittsburgh, Lene Gemælke “Sheep to Shawl”.
  • Sun 19 May – Syttende Mai, Norwegian Constitution Day Celebration 3:00 PM Aspinwall Fireman’s Park
  • Sun 16 Jun – Midsummer Celebration and Annual Meeting 4:00 pm Aspinwall Fireman’s Park
  • Sun 15 Sep – Crayfish Party, 3:00 PM Aspinwall Fireman’s Park
  • Sat 20 Oct – Nordic Night/30th Anniversary Celebration, 5:30 PM, Pittsburgh Field Club.
  • Sun 17 Nov – Regular Meeting 3:00 PM Room 1228 Cathedral of Learning, University of Pittsburgh,
  • Sun 8 Dec – Scandinavian Christmas Party, Blackridge Civic Association, By Reservation – Members and Guests Only

2012 Calendar of Events

  • Sun 22 Jan   Regular Meeting, 3:00 pm Room 1228 Cathedral of Learning, University of Pittsburgh, Eva Robinson will have a presentation on her trip to Denmark.
  • .Sun 19 Feb   Special Event – Fastelavn, Room 1228 Cathedral of Learning, Danish Mardi-Gras for children.
  • .Sun 18 Mar   Regular Meeting, 3:00 pm 1228 Cathedral of Learning, Michelle Granche will give a talk and demonstration on Swedish Weaving.
  • .Sun 15 Apr   Regular Meeting, 3:00 pm 1228 Cathedral of Learning,  MEETING CANCELLED.
  • .Sun 20 May   Syttende Mai, Norwegian Constitution Day Celebration, 3:00 PM Aspinwall Fireman’s Park.
  • .Sat 23 Jun   Midsummer Celebration and General Meeting, 4:00 pm Monroeville Hawkeye Park, 711 Hawkeye Drive.  Everyone Welcome.
  • .Sun 9 Sep   Crayfish Party, 3:00 PM Aspinwall Fireman’s Park.
  • .Sat 13 Oct   Nordic Night, 5:30 PM Curch of the Redeemer social hall, Squirel Hill, Entertainment by Maria Kizirian, Finnish composer and singer.  Everyone Welcome.
  • Sun 18 Nov  Regular Meeting, 3:00 pm Room 1228 Cathedral of Learning, Learn to Make traditional paper Christmas ornaments.
  • Sun 9 Dec   Scandinavian Christmas Party, Blackridge Civic Association, Churchill.  By reservation.  Members and guests only.