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SUMMARY:Finnish Genealogy Group (Oct.)
DESCRIPTION:Our presentation topic this month is “Oral Histories”. The presenter is Mirva Johnson\, who holds a PhD in Scandinavian Studies–Folklore from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Her work is within and intersecting the fields of public folklore\, linguistics\, history\, and cultural studies as they relate to heritage languages\, their speakers and descendants. \nThis meeting will be held on Zoom. If you would like to sample a meeting\, please contact the group via our email info@fggmn.org.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/finnish-genealogy-group-oct/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Finnish culture,Genealogy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250504T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250504T150000
DTSTAMP:20250318T225306Z
CREATED:20250318T225306Z
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UID:14393-1746363600-1746370800@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:ASI: Intro to Finnish
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, May 4\, 2025\n1:00 pm – 3:00 pm\nZoom \n$20 – $25 \nAre you curious about the Finnish language but not ready yet to commit to a multi-date class? Are you looking for a quick and low-pressure way to get excited and prepare for an upcoming visit to Finland? \nThis two-hour introductory workshop is the perfect way to get a feel for Finnish\, pick up a bit of grammar\, and learn how to pronounce some words as part of basic conversation. \nASI’s nine-week language class terms begin in January\, March and September each year. Within each term\, ASI offers a range of weekly\, 90-minute classes that are textbook based\, literature based or conversation based.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/asi-intro-to-finnish-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Finnish Language,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T200000
DTSTAMP:20250224T075401Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T075401Z
UID:14249-1743706800-1743710400@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Nordic/Scandinavian Basic Dance Lessons
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays during April\, 2025\n7:00 pm – 8:00 pm\nHopkins High School\nHopkins\, MN \n$50 pp\n \nAre you interested in Nordic/Scandinavian dancing? Do you want to learn a new style of dance? \nCome and Dance!! \nCome join the Kisarit Finnish-American Folk Dancers of the Twin Cities for a 4-week session of evening dance instructions each Thursday in April\, 2025\, at Hopkins High School. \nKisarit Finnish-American Folkdancers will be offering Finnish basic dance lessons as part of the Community Ed. Adult Enrichment program of the Hopkins High School. We will be teaching basic Finnish dance steps such as the waltz\, jenkka (schottische)\, humppa\, masurkka and some mixers and simple dances. Classes will be held on Thursdays April 3\,10\,17\,24-2025 from 7-8pm. Cost is $50 per attendee. \nTo have a better dance experience\, please try to wear comfortable clothing and smoothed-soled shoes (sneakers not recommended).\nPeople interested can register for the classes by going to the Hopkins Community Education website  or call 952.988.4070 for help & information. \nRegister early as attendance will be limited to 12 attendees.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/kisarit-finnish-american-folk-dancing-classes/
LOCATION:Hopkins (MN) High School\, 2400 Royals Drive\, Minnetonka\, MN\, 55305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dancing,Education,Finnish culture,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T110000
DTSTAMP:20250311T151515Z
CREATED:20250311T003106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T151515Z
UID:14351-1743672600-1743678000@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Finland: Why It's Considered the Happiest Place to Live
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, April 3\n9:30 am – 11:00 am\nThompson Park Activity Center\nWest St. Paul\, MN \n$5.00 \nUncover why Finland consistently ranks as the happiest place on earth! Discover the unique cultural\, environmental and social factors that contribute to Finland’s world-renowned quality of life. Learn how you can bring some of these practices into your own life for greater happiness. \nPresenter:\nKarina Horsti\nVisiting Professor\nU of M Dept of Communication & Global Studies
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/finland-why-its-considered-the-happiest-place-to-live/
LOCATION:Thompson Park Activity Center\, 1200 Stassen Lane\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Finnish culture,In Person,Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T174500
DTSTAMP:20250318T230355Z
CREATED:20250318T230355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T230355Z
UID:14399-1743005700-1743011100@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:ASI Beginning II Finnish (Weds.)
DESCRIPTION:Weds.\, March 26 – May 21\, 2025\n4:15 pm – 5:45 pm\nZoom \n$135 – $145 \nA beginning II level Finnish course taught by Joona Sundström starting in chapter 7 of Suomen Mestari 1 (new edition)\, available in the ASI Museum Shop. \nThis class meets virtually. \nASI’s nine-week language class terms begin in January\, March and September each year. Within each term\, ASI offers a range of weekly\, 90-minute classes that are textbook based\, literature based or conversation based. \nRequired materials: Suomen Mestari 1.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/asi-beginning-ii-finnish-weds-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Finnish Language,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T194500
DTSTAMP:20250318T225840Z
CREATED:20250318T225840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T225840Z
UID:14395-1742926500-1742931900@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:ASI: Intermediate I Finnish (Tues.)
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, March 25 – May 20\, 2025\n6:15 pm – 7:45 pm\nZoom \n$135 – $145 \nAn intermediate I level Finnish course taught by Joona Sundström starting in chapter 5 of Suomen Mestari 2 (new edition)\, available in the ASI Museum Shop. \nThis class meets virtually. \nASI’s nine-week language class terms begin in January\, March and September each year. Within each term\, ASI offers a range of weekly\, 90-minute classes that are textbook based\, literature based or conversation based. \nRequired materials: Suomen Mestari 2.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/asi-intermediate-i-finnish-tues/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Finnish Language,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T120000
DTSTAMP:20250123T011907Z
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UID:14218-1741426200-1741435200@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Finnish Genealogy Group of MN Monthly Meetings
DESCRIPTION:9:00 AM: Log On\n9:30 AM: Business Meeting\n10:15 AM: Speaker \nZoom \nSaturday\, March 8\, 2025 \nEvery Object Tells a Story \nOur March presenter\, Sirpa Tuomainen\, in her own words\, “I’ve always enjoyed visiting Finnish & Finnish-American homes as it’s been fascinating to discover what kinds of Finnish objects people have and are displaying. Different generations have different styles\, but there seem to always be certain staples. It had been my longtime dream to investigate this more closely\, and I was finally able to do it. My goal in this project was to explore why people have kept these particular artifacts\, how these items relate to their Finnishness\, and how this all comes through via the narratives they’ve shared with me.” \nLearn more about the Finnish Genealogy Group at FGGMN.ORG. Complete the contact form on our website if you are interested in sampling a meeting. \nEstablished in the mid-1990s\, the Finnish Genealogy Group of Minnesota (FGGMN) is dedicated to fostering connections and facilitating genealogical research for individuals passionate about exploring their Finnish ancestry. Open to all\, our non-profit group serves as a vibrant community where like-minded individuals with Finnish heritage converge\, providing a platform to exchange knowledge\, share experiences\, and forge lifelong friendships.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/finnish-genealogy-group-of-mn-monthly-meetings/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Genealogy,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250219T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250219T193000
DTSTAMP:20250131T185903Z
CREATED:20250131T185234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T185903Z
UID:14232-1739988000-1739993400@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Immersion Finnish (Suomi-Koulu)
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays\nFebruary 19 – April 2\n6:00 – 7:30 pm\n$140\nZoom \nContinue the ‘book club’ theme this spring\, this time exploring classic women’s literature while building grammar. Taught by Lily Obeda. \nRegistration will close end of day on February 14th.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/immersion-finnish-suomi-koulu/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Finnish Language,Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Suomi-koulu / Finnish Language School of MN":MAILTO:finnishschoolofmn@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250218T193000
DTSTAMP:20250131T184805Z
CREATED:20250131T184805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T184805Z
UID:14223-1739901600-1739907000@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Beginning Finnish (Suomi-Koulu)
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\nFebruary 18 – April 1\n6:00 pm – 7:30 pm\n$140\nZoom \nLearn practical phrases and basic grammar to help you get around town\, whether you’re planning a trip to Finland or spending time with Finnish friends. Taught by Les Holmes. \nRegistration will close end of day on February 14th.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/beginning-finnish-suomi-koulu/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Finnish Language,Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Suomi-koulu / Finnish Language School of MN":MAILTO:finnishschoolofmn@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T120000
DTSTAMP:20250123T010723Z
CREATED:20250123T010722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T010723Z
UID:14216-1739007000-1739016000@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Finnish Genealogy Group of MN Monthly Meetings
DESCRIPTION:9:00 AM: Log On\n9:30 AM: Business Meeting\n10:15 AM: Speaker \nZoom \nSaturday\, February 8\, 2025 \nOur March presenter\, Lotta Leiwo\, is a doctoral researcher at the University of Helsinki. She will focus on the reader-writers’—women and children’s letters published in Toveritar\, exploring the understanding(s) of weather\, climate\, and seasons. Weather and seasons were recurring themes in Toveritar (Comradess)\, a Finnish-language socialist women’s newspaper published from 1911 to 1930. \nAdditionally\, she will discuss the importance of historical research on colonialism\, climate\, and weather in understanding the cultural impacts of climate change today. Leiwo will also offer insights and practical advice for researching the Finnish-American digital collections of the National Library of Finland. \nGo to our website\, FGGMN.ORG\, and read more about her presentation and our organization. If you would like to sample a meeting\, send us a note through the contact form on our website. \nEstablished in the mid-1990s\, the Finnish Genealogy Group of Minnesota (FGGMN) is dedicated to fostering connections and facilitating genealogical research for individuals passionate about exploring their Finnish ancestry. Open to all\, our non-profit group serves as a vibrant community where like-minded individuals with Finnish heritage converge\, providing a platform to exchange knowledge\, share experiences\, and forge lifelong friendships.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/finnish-genealogy-group-of-mn-2-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Genealogy,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241030T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241030T200000
DTSTAMP:20240918T193107Z
CREATED:20240918T193107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T193107Z
UID:14110-1730309400-1730318400@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:From ‘Toveritar’ to Today: Exploring Climate Narratives in Finnish-American History
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, October 30\n5:30 pm – 8:00 pm\nElmer L. Andersen Library\nUniversity of Minnesota\nMinneapolis\, MN \nJoin us on Oct. 30 for a talk on climate narratives in Finnish-American history by Lotta Leiwo\, University of Helsinki PhD Candidate in History and Cultural Heritage. Leiwo’s research focuses on Finnish American socialist women’s history and the cultural history of climate. Additionally\, Daniel Necas\, Archivist at the Immigration History Research Center Archives\, will present the IHRCA records available both on-site and online\, as well as provide guidance on how to access them. \nPlease register if you plan to attend!
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/from-toveritar-to-today-exploring-climate-narratives-in-finnish-american-history/
LOCATION:Elmer L. Andersen Library\, 222 21st Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55455\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Finnish culture,History,Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T120000
DTSTAMP:20250107T054559Z
CREATED:20240821T230716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T054559Z
UID:14081-1728725400-1728734400@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Finnish Genealogy Group of MN Monthly Meetings
DESCRIPTION:9:00 AM: Log On\n9:30 AM: Business Meeting\n10:15 AM: Speaker \nEstablished in the mid-1990s\, the Finnish Genealogy Group of Minnesota (FGGMN) is dedicated to fostering connections and facilitating genealogical research for individuals passionate about exploring their Finnish ancestry. Open to all\, our non-profit group serves as a vibrant community where like-minded individuals with Finnish heritage converge\, providing a platform to exchange knowledge\, share experiences\, and forge lifelong friendships. \nFuture Meeting Dates \nSaturday\, October 12\, 2024 \nSaturday\, November 9\, 2024 \nSaturday\, January 11\, 2025 \nSaturday\, February 8\, 2025 \nSaturday\, March 8\, 2025 \nSaturday\, April 12\, 2025 \nSaturday\, May 10\, 2025
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/finnish-genealogy-group-of-mn/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Genealogy,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T113000
DTSTAMP:20240906T012356Z
CREATED:20240906T003916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T012356Z
UID:14085-1726912800-1726918200@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Suomi-koulu Finnish School of MN Fall In-Person Classes
DESCRIPTION:10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.\nFirst and third Saturdays beginning September 21 (- December 21)\nChrist Lutheran Church (Education Wing)\nMinneapolis\, MN \n$60 – $90 \nThe Finnish Language School of Minnesota is a community for Finnish language and culture\, offering in-person and online classes for all ages and levels of fluency. Become a student\, come as a family\, and/or volunteer on our non-profit board. Tervetuloa! \nCost: \n0-3 yrs Parent-Baby in-person semester: $60\nChildren’s Beginner or Immersion in-person semester: $75\nAdult in-person semester: $90 \n \nFall 2024 class schedule for Beginner\, Intermediate and Advanced language students: \nSeptember 21 \nOctober 5 \nOctober 19 \nNovember 2 \nNovember 16 \nDecember 7 \nJoulujuhla (December Christmas Party): December 21 \n 
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/suomi-koulu-finnish-school-of-mn-fall-in-person-classes/
LOCATION:Christ Lutheran Church\, 3244 34th Ave. So.\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Finnish culture,In Person,Language
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T194500
DTSTAMP:20240809T150101Z
CREATED:20240809T145312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T150101Z
UID:14056-1726683300-1726688700@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:ASI: Intermediate I Finnish (Weds.)
DESCRIPTION:September 18 – November 13\, 2024\n6:15 pm – 7:45 pm\nVirtual \n$135-$145 \nA intermediate I level Finnish course taught by Joona Sundström starting in chapter 6 of Suomen Mestari 2. This class will finish the Suomen Mestari 2 book and start Suomen Mestari 3. Required materials: Suomen Mestari 2 textbook (new edition 2022) and Suomen Mestari 3 textbooks. This class meets virtually.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/asi-intermediate-i-finnish-weds/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Finnish Language,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T174500
DTSTAMP:20240809T150019Z
CREATED:20240809T145529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T150019Z
UID:14060-1726676100-1726681500@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:ASI: Beginning II Finnish (Weds.)
DESCRIPTION:September 18 – November 13\, 2024\n4:15 pm – 5:45 pm\nVirtual \n$135-$145 \nA beginning II level Finnish course taught by Joona Sundström starting in chapter 3 of Suomen Mestari 1 (new edition)\, available in the ASI Museum Shop. Required materials: Suomen Mestari 1. This class meets virtually.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/asi-beginning-ii-finnish-weds/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Finnish Language,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240917T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240917T194500
DTSTAMP:20240809T145939Z
CREATED:20240809T144834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T145939Z
UID:14052-1726596900-1726602300@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:ASI: Beginning II Finnish (Tues.)
DESCRIPTION:September 17 – November 12\, 2024\n6:15 pm – 7:45 pm\nVirtual \n$135-$145 \nA beginning II level Finnish course taught by Joona Sundström starting in chapter 9 of Suomen Mestari 1 (new edition)\, available in the ASI Museum Shop. This class will finish Suomen Mestari 1 and start with Suomen Mestari 2. Required materials: Suomen Mestari 1 and Suomen Mestari 2 textbooks.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/asi-beginning-ii-finnish-tues-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Finnish Language,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T150000
DTSTAMP:20240809T145749Z
CREATED:20240809T144425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T145749Z
UID:14050-1726405200-1726412400@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:ASI: Intro to Finnish
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, Sept. 15\, 2024\n1:00 pm – 3:00 pm\nVirtual \n$20-$25 \nAre you curious about the Finnish language\, but not ready yet to commit to a multi-date class? Are you looking for a quick and low-pressure way to get excited and prepare for an upcoming visit to Finland? This two-hour introductory workshop taught by Joona Sundström is the perfect way to get a feel for Finnish\, pick up a bit of grammar\, and learn how to pronounce some words as part of basic conversation.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/asi-intro-to-finnish-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Finnish Language,Zoom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.finnsource.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/asi-finnish-language-classes.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240914T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240914T120000
DTSTAMP:20240821T230318Z
CREATED:20240821T230318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T230318Z
UID:14076-1726304400-1726315200@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Finnish Genealogy Group of MN Kick-off Event
DESCRIPTION:The new “school year” for Finnish Genealogy of Minnesota kicks off with our Fall meeting on Saturday\, September 14. \nOur featured speaker this month is Christina Dailey\, a genetic counselor at M Health Fairview. Christina works with patients\, of all ages\, to review their personal and family history to better understand their genetic risk. She is eager to meet with the Finnish Genealogy Group to discuss what genetic counseling is\, especially as it relates to Finnish heritage. \n9:00 AM: Log On\n9:30 AM: Business Meeting\n10:15 AM: Speaker \nEstablished in the mid-1990s\, the Finnish Genealogy Group of Minnesota (FGGMN) is dedicated to fostering connections and facilitating genealogical research for individuals passionate about exploring their Finnish ancestry. Open to all\, our non-profit group serves as a vibrant community where like-minded individuals with Finnish heritage converge\, providing a platform to exchange knowledge\, share experiences\, and forge lifelong friendships. \nFuture Meeting Dates \nSaturday\, October 12 \nSaturday\, November 9 \nSaturday\, January 11 \nSaturday\, February 8 \nSaturday\, March 8 \nSaturday\, April 12 \nSaturday\, May 10
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/finnish-genealogy-group-of-mn-kick-off-event/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Genealogy,Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="FGG - Finnish Genealogy Group":MAILTO:eabrtn1@msn.com 
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240918
DTSTAMP:20240717T023419Z
CREATED:20240717T023307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T023419Z
UID:14032-1726102800-1726534799@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Salolampi Finnish Adult Week
DESCRIPTION:September 12 – September 16\, 2024\nSalolampi – Finnish Language Village\nTurtle River Lake\nBemidji\, MN\nAges: 18 – 99 \n$800 pp \nRegistration closes August 29\, 2024 \nImmerse yourself in Finnish language and culture with engaging activities\, small language learning groups and delicious culturally appropriate meals. \nFrom the moment you arrive at our Finnish Language Village\, Salolampi\, Finnish will be incorporated into every daily activity — from summer camp favorites to culturally authentic activities like mölkky (classic throwing game) or pesäpallo (Finnish style baseball). \nPersonalized\, hands-on learning activities give you fun opportunities to learn and practice new vocabulary as native and expert speakers introduce you to modern Finland. Your time at Salolampi‘s beautiful\, wooded lakefront site will give you the chance to live like the Finns! \nSalolampi Language Village\, on Turtle River Lake near Bemidji\, Minn.\nAll the facilities at Salolampi combine a quaint\, rustic\, authentically Finnish feeling with up-to-date features. The cabins\, dining hall and activities buildings feature Finnish language signage\, Finnish-style architecture and authentic décor representing the Finnish-speaking cultures of the world. \nAll cabins accommodate a maximum of 16 people in bunk beds and have their own bathroom/shower facilities.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/salolampi-finnish-adult-week-2/
LOCATION:Salolampi Language Village\, 10915 Ojutkangastie N.E.\, Bemidji\, MN\, 56601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Finnish culture,Finnish Language,Outdoors
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240610
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240617
DTSTAMP:20240409T115416Z
CREATED:20240409T115307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T115416Z
UID:13981-1717981200-1718499599@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Salolampi Finnish Family Week
DESCRIPTION:June 10 – June 15\, 2024\nSalolampi – Finnish Language Village\nTurtle River Lake\nBemidji\, MN\nAges: 4 – 99 (Ages 3 and under Free) \n$710 – $875 pp \nRegistration closes May 10\, 2024 \nFrom the moment you arrive at our Finnish Language Village\, Salolampi\, Finnish will be incorporated into every daily activity—from summer camp favorites to culturally authentic activities like mölkky (classic throwing game) or pesäpallo (Finnish style baseball). \nPersonalized\, hands-on learning activities give you fun opportunities to learn and practice new vocabulary as native and expert speakers introduce you to modern Finland. Your time at Salolampi‘s beautiful\, wooded lakefront site will give you the chance to live like the Finns! \nSalolampi Language Village\, on Turtle River Lake near Bemidji\, Minn.\nAll the facilities at Salolampi combine a quaint\, rustic\, authentically Finnish feeling with up-to-date features. The cabins\, dining hall and activities buildings feature Finnish language signage\, Finnish-style architecture and authentic décor representing the Finnish-speaking cultures of the world. \nAll cabins accommodate a maximum of 16 people in bunk beds and have their own bathroom/shower facilities.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/salolampi-finnish-family-week/
LOCATION:Salolampi Language Village\, 10915 Ojutkangastie N.E.\, Bemidji\, MN\, 56601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Finnish culture,Finnish Language,Outdoors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240610
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240616
DTSTAMP:20240409T120701Z
CREATED:20240409T120031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T120701Z
UID:13985-1717981200-1718413199@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Salolampi Finnish Adventure Day Camp
DESCRIPTION:June 10 – June 14\, 2024\nSalolampi – Finnish Language Village\nTurtle River Lake\nBemidji\, MN\nAges: 6 – 11 \n$375 pp \nRegistration closes May 10\, 2024 \nDaytime programming for young villagers ready to explore the Village experience without overnight stays. \nSalolampi Language Village\, on Turtle River Lake near Bemidji\, Minn.\nFrom the moment you arrive at our Finnish Language Village\, Salolampi\, Finnish will be incorporated into every daily activity — from summer camp favorites to culturally authentic activities like mölkky (classic throwing game) or pesäpallo (Finnish style baseball). \nPersonalized\, hands-on learning activities give you fun opportunities to learn and practice new vocabulary as native and expert speakers introduce you to modern Finland. Your time at Salolampi‘s beautiful\, wooded lakefront site will give you the chance to live like the Finns!
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/salolampi-finnish-adventure-day-camp/
LOCATION:Salolampi Language Village\, 10915 Ojutkangastie N.E.\, Bemidji\, MN\, 56601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Finnish culture,Finnish Language,Outdoors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240604T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240604T194500
DTSTAMP:20240326T012246Z
CREATED:20240326T012246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T012246Z
UID:13948-1717524900-1717530300@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:ASI Intermediate Finnish Literature
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, June 4 – Tuesday July 23\, 2024\n6:15 pm – 7:45 pm\nVirtual \n$120-$130 \nKeep up with your Finnish this summer! Over the course of eight weeks\, students will read and discuss the Finnish novel Musta kuin eebenpuu by Salla Simukka with instructor Joona Sundström. This class is suitable for students at the Intermediate level\, i.e. at least two years of Finnish study or equivalent. Class materials will be provided by the instructor. \n$120 ASI Member\n$130 Non-member
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/asi-intermediate-finnish-literature/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Coffee Table,Education,Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240511
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240519
DTSTAMP:20240409T120712Z
CREATED:20240409T114709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T120712Z
UID:13972-1715389200-1715993999@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Salolampi Finnish Adult Week
DESCRIPTION:May 11 – May 17\, 2024\nSalolampi – Finnish Language Village\nTurtle River Lake\nBemidji\, MN\nAges: 18 – 99 \n$1195 pp \nRegistration closes Apr 13\, 2024 \nFrom the moment you arrive at our Finnish Language Village\, Salolampi\, Finnish will be incorporated into every daily activity — from summer camp favorites to culturally authentic activities like mölkky (classic throwing game) or pesäpallo (Finnish style baseball). \nPersonalized\, hands-on learning activities give you fun opportunities to learn and practice new vocabulary as native and expert speakers introduce you to modern Finland. Your time at Salolampi‘s beautiful\, wooded lakefront site will give you the chance to live like the Finns! \nSalolampi Language Village\, on Turtle River Lake near Bemidji\, Minn.\nAll the facilities at Salolampi combine a quaint\, rustic\, authentically Finnish feeling with up-to-date features. The cabins\, dining hall and activities buildings feature Finnish language signage\, Finnish-style architecture and authentic décor representing the Finnish-speaking cultures of the world. \nAll cabins accommodate a maximum of 16 people in bunk beds and have their own bathroom/shower facilities.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/salolampi-finnish-adult-week/
LOCATION:Salolampi Language Village\, 10915 Ojutkangastie N.E.\, Bemidji\, MN\, 56601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Finnish culture,Finnish Language,Outdoors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240505T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240505T150000
DTSTAMP:20240326T011757Z
CREATED:20240326T011757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T011757Z
UID:13946-1714914000-1714921200@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:ASI Intro to Finnish
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, May 5\, 2024\n1:00 pm – 3:00 pm\nVirtual \n$20-$25 \nCurious about the Finnish language\, but not ready yet to commit to a multi-date class? Looking for a quick and low-pressure way to get excited and prepare for an upcoming visit to Finland? This two-hour introductory workshop taught by instructor Joona Sundström is the perfect way to get a feel for Finnish\, pick up a bit of grammar\, and learn how to pronounce some words as part of basic conversation. \nThis is a live virtual class taught over Zoom. Students need a strong internet connection and a device with video capabilities. \n$20 ASI Member\n$25 Non-member
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/asi-intro-to-finnish/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T140000
DTSTAMP:20240402T210131Z
CREATED:20240402T210131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T210131Z
UID:13967-1714215600-1714226400@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Forest Finn Finnposium
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 27\n11:00 am – 1:00pm CDT\n(12:00 pm – 2:00 pm EDT)\nZoom (Virtual) \nFinlandia Foundation National\, in partnership with FinnFest\, invites you to join the online “Finnposium” webinar on Saturday\, April 27\, 2024\, at 12 p.m. Eastern Time highlighting the nationally-recognized Forest Finn minority abroad and their current affairs in both Norway and Sweden.  \nRSVP to the Finlandia Foundation Facebook event.\nRegister for the Zoom session here.\nFind more information on the Forest Finns Facebook Group. \nMore details about FinnFest schedule\, registration and information about lodging\, Tori booth rentals\, volunteering and sponsorship opportunities can be found at FinnFest.us. \n \nThe webinar will be moderated by Sarah Kammlah from Facebook’s Forest Finns in America\, a social network platform bridging the gap between America and the Forest Finn minority abroad. She will moderate a panel discussion of top Forest Finn experts and minority activists. Birger Nesholen\, Jan Myhrvold\, and IngMarie Bohmelin will discuss the riveting history and plight of this invisible culture. They will also touch upon the current “awakening” and governmental reparations which restore what was once lost due to the pressures of assimilating into much larger national cultures. \nThe Forest Finns\, introduced to FinnFest attendees by Sarah Kammlah last July\, are one of five national minorities in Norway ratified by the Council of Europe’s Framework Convention of National Minorities in 1998. America’s Forest Finn connections not only span the period of the New Sweden colonies but the generations that followed in the late 1800’s emigration rush. \nWhether you have Finnish American ties to Savolax and Karelia (Savonlinnan ja Karjalan läänit) or are interested in the current foreign affairs of this extended branch of the much larger Finnish family tree\, this thought-provoking and insightful webinar will enlighten your understanding of the Forest Finn people here in America and abroad.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/forest-finn-finnposium/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Finnish culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240327T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240327T194500
DTSTAMP:20240326T011426Z
CREATED:20240326T011426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T011426Z
UID:13942-1711563300-1711568700@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:ASI Intermediate Finnish (Weds.)
DESCRIPTION:Weds. March 27 – Weds. May 22\, 2024\n6:15 pm – 7:45 pm\nVirtual \nA intermediate I level Finnish course taught by Joona Sundström starting with chapter 5 of Suomen Mestari 2. Required materials: Suomen Mestari 2 textbook (new edition 2022). This class meets virtually.. \n$135 ASI Member\n$145 Non-member
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/asi-intermediate-finnish-weds-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240327T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240327T174500
DTSTAMP:20231217T051237Z
CREATED:20231217T051237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231217T051237Z
UID:13759-1711556100-1711561500@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:ASI Beginning I Finnish (Weds.)
DESCRIPTION:Weds. March 27 – May 22\, 2024\n4:15 pm – 5:45 pm\nVirtual \n$135-$145 \nA new beginning I level Finnish class taught by Joona Sundström starting in chapter 1 of Suomen Mestari 1. Required materials: Suomen Mestari 1 textbook\, 2022 edition.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/asi-beginning-i-finnish-weds/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Finnish Language,Language
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T194500
DTSTAMP:20231217T050617Z
CREATED:20231217T050528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231217T050617Z
UID:13755-1711476900-1711482300@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:ASI Beginning II Finnish (Tues.)
DESCRIPTION:March 26 – May 21\, 2024\n6:15 pm – 7:45 pm\nAmerican Swedish Institute\nVirtual (Zoom) \n$135-$145 \nA beginning II level Finnish course taught by Joona Sundström starting in chapter 7 of Suomen Mestari 1 (new edition)\, available in the ASI Museum Shop. Required materials: Suomen Mestari 1. This class meets virtually. \nMore information and registration: https://asimn.org/event/tues-beginning-i-finnish-sundstrom/
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/asi-beginning-ii-finnish-tues/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Finnish Language
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240314T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240314T190000
DTSTAMP:20240310T231717Z
CREATED:20240310T231654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240310T231717Z
UID:13923-1710432000-1710442800@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Textile Center Welcomes Finnish Weaver and Designer Satu Nisu
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, March 14 (4:00 – 7:00 pm)\nTuesday\, March 19 (11:30 am – 1:30 pm)\nTextile Center\n3000 University Ave SE\nMinneapolis\, MN \nSatu Nisu’s two-week visit at the Textile Center (March 7 – 20) will include a mini-exhibition of her textiles\, as well as “office hours” in our Community Room where she will meet with fiber artists\, interior designers\, and cultivate business partnerships. \nThere will be two opportunities — on Thursday\, March 14 and Tuesday\, March 19 — for you to meet Satu\, learn more about her weaving technique\, and discuss how you can acquire her unique and luxurious pieces. \nIf you would like to arrange a time to meet with Satu one-on-one during her visit to Minneapolis\, please contact Arts Administrative Assistant Stella Williams at swilliams@textilecentermn.org.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/textile-center-welcomes-finnish-weaver-and-designer-satu-nisu/
LOCATION:Textile Center\, 3000 University Ave SE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55414\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Finnish culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Textile Center":MAILTO:info@textilecentermn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240303T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240303T150000
DTSTAMP:20231217T044934Z
CREATED:20231217T044934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231217T044934Z
UID:13745-1709470800-1709478000@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:ASI - Introduction to Finnish
DESCRIPTION:Sun\, March 3\, 2024\n1:00 pm – 3:00 pm\nLocation: Virtual\nInstructor: Joona Sundström \n$25 ($20 ASI Member) \nGet a feel for the Finnish language\, pick up a bit of grammar and learn how to pronounce some words as part of basic conversation in this two-hour introductory workshop taught by Joona Sundström. Perfect for the learner curious about the language but not yet ready to commit to a multi-date class\, or those looking for a way to prepare for an upcoming trip to Finland.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/asi-introduction-to-finnish-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Education,Finnish culture,Finnish Language
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