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SUMMARY:Great Northern Viking Festival
DESCRIPTION:June 13-14\, 2026\n10:30 am – 4:30 pm\nMankato\, MN \nPrice: Varies\n \nThe Great Northern Viking Festival is a family-friendly cultural and educational event celebrating Nordic cultures\, including Finnish and Sámi traditions. The festival features authentic cultural demonstrations\, historical education\, music\, crafts\, hands-on activities\, and a dedicated children’s education area. \nProgramming includes visiting cultural educators and historians\, public-facing demos\, and opportunities to learn about Nordic history and living traditions in an engaging\, accessible setting.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/great-northern-viking-festival/
LOCATION:Great Northern Viking Festival\, 20002 Hawkeye Lane\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Finnish culture,Food,Music
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SUMMARY:St. Urho's Day Celebration (CANCELLED!!!!)
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, March 15\n1:30 pm – 4:30 pm\nChrist Church Lutheran\nMinneapolis\, MN \nDONATION\n \nYou’ve heard of Saint Patrick — but Saint Urho?\nThe tongue-in-cheek legend of Saint Urho says he chased the grasshoppers out of Finland by uttering the phrase Heinäsirkka heinäsirkka\, mene täältä (roughly translated “Grasshopper grasshopper\, go to hell!”). The grasshoppers were decimating the grape crop. \n \nIn the end\, the day offers all of us — Irish\, Finnish\, and everyone else — an occasion for a good party! \nJoin the Ameriikan Poijat brass band with guest vocalists Eeva Savolainen and Elina Koivusaari and organist Megan Engel in concert. Dance music at the reception will be led by the Finnish folk music band Lauluaika. Don’t miss this afternoon of merriment — including dancing\, singing\, a pea soup cook-off contest\, and more! \nThe event is co-sponsored by Christ Church Lutheran and the Finnish American Association. \nMembers please bring a dish to share if you can\, based on your last name. A-D bread\, E-J appetizer or side dish\, K-O salad\, P-Z dessert.\nThis is an open and free event yet we welcome donations $5.00/member\, $10.00/non-member.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/st-urhos-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Christ Church Lutheran (Saarisen Kirkko)\,  3244 34th Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family Fun,Folk Dance,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251212T210000
DTSTAMP:20250828T224110Z
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UID:14484-1765566000-1765573200@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Finnish Christmas Music Celebration
DESCRIPTION:December 12\, 2025\n7:00 pm – 9:00 pm\nMindekirken (Norwegian Lutheran Memorial Church)\nMinneapolis\, MN\n \nJoin us for a celebration of Finnish Christmas music with Finnish brass “Ameriikan Poijat” and Twin Cities-based choir “Suomi100”. \nThe music for this concert is taken from our recent CD “Joulusauna” and include sing-along of some famous Finnish Christmas carols. \nAdmission is free but free-will offerings are encouraged.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/finnish-christmas-music-celebration/
LOCATION:Mindekirken (Norwegian Lutheran Memorial Church)\, 924 East 21st Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Dancing,Finnish culture,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T163000
DTSTAMP:20251028T183754Z
CREATED:20251023T030351Z
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SUMMARY:Kauneimmat Joululaulut & Joulutori
DESCRIPTION:Traditional Finnish Christmas Sing-Along. Social time with coffee and pulla following the service\, alongside a Christmas market.\nChristmas Sing-Along – 2-3 pm\nCoffee and Christmas Market – 3-4:30pm
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/kauneimmat-joululaulut-joulutori/
LOCATION:St. Michael’s Lutheran Church\, 1660 County B Rd W\, Roseville\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Finnish culture,Finnish Language,Food,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Twin Cities Finnish Community":MAILTO:kjoululaulut@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251019T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251019T130000
DTSTAMP:20250919T170151Z
CREATED:20250919T165425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T170151Z
UID:14501-1760875200-1760878800@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Suomi Singalong (Monthly Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:It’s a potluck of songs\, folk\, campfire\, pop\, religious\, runo\, whatever!  You can sing as loud as you want – on Zoom MUTE – so no need to be ujo. \nYou are encouraged to volunteer to take a turn on a song or verse\, as you feel confident.  We provide you lyrics but if you bring a song to sing\, it helps to fnd lyrics for sharing. \nSuomi Singalong – 3rd Sundays at 12 noon CT \nhttps://us04web.zoom.us/j/7620376080 \nMeeting ID: 7620376080 \nPasscode:  SuomiSunda
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/suomi-singalong-monthly/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Suomi Sing-Along":MAILTO:suomisingalong@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T230000
DTSTAMP:20250929T005713Z
CREATED:20250929T005713Z
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UID:14539-1760734800-1760742000@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Kyle & Ida Live! (@ Rail Werks Brewing Depot)
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, October 17\n9:00 pm – 11:00 pm\nRail Werks Brewing Depot\nMinneapolis\, MN \nNo cover. \nJoin Ida & Kyle for a fun night of acoustic music at Rail Werks Brewing Depot! No cover. \nIda Metsberg is a Finnish singer-songwriter residing in New York. With a background in musical theatre\, her music is heavy on storytelling and unique lyricism\, combined with her classic songwriter sound\, fingerpicking on the acoustic guitar. With nods to artists like Carole King and Joni Mitchell\, Ida blends pop and folk with intelligent\, thoughtful structure and lyrics. Even songs that are more solemn and serious in tone leave you feeling hopeful and introspective. \nKyle Gray Young is a Finnish American singer-songwriter\, music educator\, and music historian living in Minneapolis\, Minnesota. Originally from just north of Chicago\, Kyle has been composing music and playing guitar since the age of five\, and has released 11 albums and 30 books of sheet music. Kyle has received four grants from the Minnesota State Arts Board and four from the Central Minnesota Arts Board for various music projects. His most recent grant is from Finlandia Foundation National to write a memoir based on his experiences connecting with his Finnish roots.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/kyle-ida-live-rail-werks-brewing-depot/
LOCATION:Rail Werks Brewing Depot\, 4055 Central Avenue Northeast\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Finnish culture,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T210000
DTSTAMP:20250927T213727Z
CREATED:20250927T183215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T213727Z
UID:14519-1759518000-1759525200@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Leif Eriksson International Festival
DESCRIPTION:LEIF is the ultimate celebration of Minneapolis’ rich Nordic heritage! Make new memories with your family\, as you reaffirm and grow your connections to Norway\, Iceland\, Finland\, Sweden\, Sápmi and Denmark. This vibrant annual event celebrates the rich history and culture of this diverse region. \nOctober 3\nMinnesota Boychoir\nMindekirken\n7-9 p.m. \nJoin us for a performance from the Minnesota Boychoir. Reception in Fellowship Hall to follow. Proceeds from a freewill donation will benefit Lutheran Social Services. \nOctober 4\nPoetry Café\nNorway House\n2-4 p.m. \nThis event will feature Dr. Bill Halvorsen’s new English translation of Arne Garborg’s “Haugtussa”\, read by Wenche Strømdahl and sung by Melissa Holm-Johansen\, soprano. Prelude music by Petra Bjørkhaug. \nOctober 7\nDoomed: Theatre Meeting with a Doomsday Preacher\nMindekirken\n10 a.m.-12 p.m. \nJoin us for a special Tuesday Open House event\, “Doomed: Theater Meeting with a Doomsday Preacher\,” presented by Wenche Strømdahl\, with Petra Bjorkhaug.  \nOctober 11\nIn Solidarity with Immigrants: A Gathering of Concerned People\nLatvian Evangelical Lutheran Church \nAn event in support of those all over the world who fear for unjust deportation and who can see no future. \nOctober 12\nLivestream from Norway\nMindekirken\n2-4 p.m. \nNorwegian choir Vocal Art will perform live from Stormen Kulturhus in Bodø\, Norway. Mindekirken Vice President Gracia Grindal will be present in Bodø and give an introduction to the performance. \nOctober 14\nTuesday Open House with M. Jacqueline Regis\nMindekirken\n10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. \nTuesday Open House presented by M. Jacqueline Regis\, Haitian immigrant\, former Hennepin Co. Judge\, and now MN Senior Judge​. \nOctober 18\nTetiana Riabokin: Ukranian Bandura Concert\nNorway House\n2-4 p.m. \nPerformance by Tetiana Riabokin on the bandura\, the national instrument of Ukraine. The bandura is a traditional Ukranian folk instrument\, similar to a lute. \nOctober 19\nFinnish and Latvian Concert\nLatvian Evangelical Lutheran Church\n1-3 p.m. \nFeaturing David Fillman bass-baritone\, Craig Johnson\, piano\, and Kristina Rizzotto\, organ. \nOctober 25\nDenmark’s Son-in-Law Grieg in Denmark\nDanish American Center\n2-4 p.m.\nA presentation by Dr. Bill Halverson about Edvard Grieg’s time in Denmark. Also featuring music by Niels Gade\, performed by Jim Reilly\, piano and Melissa Holm-Johansen\, soprano.  Reception to follow.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/leif-eriksson-international-festival/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Finnish culture,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T130000
DTSTAMP:20250919T163847Z
CREATED:20250919T163847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T163847Z
UID:14498-1758456000-1758459600@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Suomi Singalong 9/21
DESCRIPTION:This weekend is our usual 3rd Sunday Suomi Singalong session coming up at 12 noon CT.  \nIt’s a potluck of songs\, folk\, campfire\, pop\, religious\, runo\, whatever!  You can sing as loud as you want – on Zoom MUTE – so no need to be ujo.   \nYou are encouraged to volunteer to take a turn on a song or verse\, as you feel confident.  We provide you lyrics but if you bring a song to sing\, but it helps if you find the lyrics for sharing. \nSuomi Singalong – 3rd Sundays at 12 noon CT / klo 20 Suomessa \nhttps://us04web.zoom.us/j/7620376080 \nMeeting ID: 7620376080 \nPasscode:  SuomiSunda \nNext Suomi Singalong will be October 19\, 2025.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/suomi-singalong-9-21/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Music,Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Suomi Sing-Along":MAILTO:suomisingalong@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T220000
DTSTAMP:20250612T151333Z
CREATED:20250402T225809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T151333Z
UID:14417-1750507200-1750543200@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Juhannus (Midsummer) Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 21\n12:00 pm – 10:00 pm\nLake Phalen Picnic Area\nSt. Paul\, MN \nA traditional Finnish Summer Solstice event with music\, dancing\, food and activities\, including an evening kokko (bonfire) for Finns\, Friends of Finns and the entire Nordic community! \nClick for details: \nJuhannus Announcement\n and  \nMusic Schedule\nContact: Louise Morgan or Diane Pearson for more information.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/juhannus-midsummer-celebration/
LOCATION:Lake Phalen Picnic Pavilion\, 1600 Phalen Dr.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dancing,Entertainment,Family Fun,Finnish culture,Folk Dance,Food,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250316T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250316T190000
DTSTAMP:20250308T014045Z
CREATED:20250308T014045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250308T014045Z
UID:14320-1742140800-1742151600@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:St. Urho Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, March 16\n4:00 pm – 7:00 pm\nChrist Church Lutheran\nMinneapolis\, MN \nFREE\n \nYou’ve heard of Saint Patrick — but Saint Urho?\nThe tongue-in-cheek legend of Saint Urho says he chased the grasshoppers out of Finland by uttering the phrase Heinäsirkka heinäsirkka\, mene täältä (roughly translated “Grasshopper grasshopper\, go to hell!”). The grasshoppers were decimating the grape crop. \n \nIn the end\, the day offers all of us — Irish\, Finnish\, and everyone else — an occasion for a good party! \nJoin the Ameriikan Poijat brass band with guest vocalists Eeva Savolainen and Elina Koivusaari and organist Megan Engel in concert. Dance music at the reception will be led by the Finnish folk music band Lauluaika. Don’t miss this afternoon of merriment — including dancing\, singing\, a pea soup cook-off contest\, and more! \nThe event is co-sponsored by Christ Church Lutheran and the Finnish American Association.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/st-urho-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Christ Church Lutheran (Saarisen Kirkko)\,  3244 34th Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family Fun,Folk Dance,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241224T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241224T130000
DTSTAMP:20241116T074200Z
CREATED:20241116T073419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241116T074200Z
UID:14132-1735038000-1735045200@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Kyle Gray Young @ The Finnish Bistro
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, December 24\, 2024\n11:00 am – 1:00 pm\nThe Finnish Bistro\nSt. Paul\, MN \nCome join me at The Finnish Bistro for a Finnish American Christmas Eve! Bring a friend\, have some brunch\, and enjoy the sounds of acoustic holiday music in both Finnish and English. This is my first time performing at The Finnish Bistro and I can’t wait!
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/kyle-gray-young-the-finnish-bistro/
LOCATION:Finnish Bistro\, 2264 Como Avenue\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Entertainment,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T190000
DTSTAMP:20241116T033120Z
CREATED:20241116T033120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241116T033120Z
UID:14127-1733585400-1733598000@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Cokato Pikkujoulu
DESCRIPTION:December 7\, 2024\n3:30 pm – 7:00 pm\nCokato Township Hall\nCokato\, MN \nCandle lighting at the Cokato Finnish Cemetery at 3:30 PM followed by a potluck supper at the Cokato township hall at 4:30 PM. \nKyle Gray Young\, a Finnish American singer/songwriter and music educator based in St. Cloud\, MN will be performing for an evening of entertainment.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/cokato-pikkujoulu/
LOCATION:Cokato Town Hall\, 14987 30th St SW\, Cokato\, MN\, 55321\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Entertainment,Finnish culture,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cokato Finnish American Historical Society":MAILTO:SKESKEY@HOTMAIL.COM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T170000
DTSTAMP:20241024T210326Z
CREATED:20241024T194337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T210326Z
UID:14122-1733580000-1733590800@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Kauneimmat Joululaulut (Finnish Christmas Sing-along)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, December 7\, 2024\n2:00 pm – 5:00 pm\nSt. Michael’s Lutheran Church\nRoseville\, MN \nSing: 2:00 – 3:00 pm\nTori: 3:00 – 5:00 pm \nJoin us for an enchanting event filled with the melodies of Finnish Christmas music\, traditional singing\, and a holiday Tori market (from 3-5pm). \nBrowse unique gifts\, known as “Finnish treasures”\, and fnd perfect presents for your loved ones. \nEmbrace the warmth of Finnish culture and enjoy delightful tunes. Don’t miss this celebration of Finnish heritage and holiday spirit!
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/kauneimmat-joululaulut-finnish-christmas-sing-along/
LOCATION:St. Michael’s Lutheran Church\, 1660 County Road B\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Entertainment,Family Fun,Finnish culture,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T133000
DTSTAMP:20241117T203215Z
CREATED:20241117T203215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241117T203215Z
UID:14136-1733574600-1733578200@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Lauluaika @ American Swedish Institute
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, December 7\, 2024\n12:30 pm – 1:30 pm\nAmerican Swedish Institute\nMinneapolis\, MN\n \nLauluaika will be playing Finnish Holiday music at the American Swedish Institute in the NCC Atrium underneath the large tapestry Saturday\, December 7\, 2024 from 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/lauluaika-american-swedish-institute/
LOCATION:American Swedish Institute ASI\, 2600 Park Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55407\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Family Fun,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241020T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241020T173000
DTSTAMP:20240913T020632Z
CREATED:20240913T020559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T020632Z
UID:14101-1729440000-1729445400@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:A Festival of Finnish Hymns
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, October 20\n4:00 pm – 5:30 pm\nChrist Church Lutheran\nMinneapolis\, MN \nFree \nTulkaa laulamaan! \nIn celebration of the 75th anniversary of our Eliel Saarinen sanctuary and the publication of the Finnish Heritage Hymnal and Lost Songs of the Suomi Synods\, Christ Church Lutheran welcomes SF100\, Jonathan Rudman\, and Cantor Mark Sedio for a Festival of Finnish Hymns.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/a-festival-of-finnish-hymns/
LOCATION:Christ Church Lutheran (Saarisen Kirkko)\,  3244 34th Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Finnish culture,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241003T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241003T200000
DTSTAMP:20240809T143923Z
CREATED:20240809T143923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T143923Z
UID:14048-1727978400-1727985600@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:ASI: Open Nordic Jam
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, Oct. 3\, 2024\n6:00 pm – 8:00 pm\nAmerican Swedish Institute\nMinneapolis\, MN \nFree \nASI’s Open Nordic Jam is a regular space for musicians of any level to learn and play Nordic folk music together in the historic Turnblad Mansion! Bring your nyckelharpa\, hardingfele\, fiddle or any acoustic instrument. This free program is offered in the spirit of building community through cultural exchange. Bring your friends or plan to make new ones at ASI! \nThis jam is facilitated by ASI staff\, but tunes are selected each week by musicians in the room. We will play standards and originals inspired by Swedish\, Norwegian\, Finnish\, Danish and Icelandic folk traditions. While many musicians may bring traditional instruments\, all acoustic instrumentalists are welcome to participate. If you do not play an instrument\, you can still attend if you respectfully observe and listen. Dancing is encouraged but not required—see you there!
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/asi-open-nordic-jam/
LOCATION:American Swedish Institute ASI\, 2600 Park Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55407\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240922T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240922T160000
DTSTAMP:20240918T193341Z
CREATED:20240918T192005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T193341Z
UID:14104-1727013600-1727020800@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:"Song Time" with Lauluaika
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, September 22\n2:00 pm – 4:00 pm\nMoose Lake Community School\nMoose Lake\, MN \nLauluaika share a passion for singing and playing Finnish folk tunes for audiences listening or dancing to their considerable repertoire including waltzes\, polkas\, humppa\, jemnkka (schottische)\, masurkka and Hambu as well as lively group dances for all ages to enjoy.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/song-time-with-lauluaika/
LOCATION:Moose Lake Community School\, 4812 County Road 10\, Moose Lake\, MN\, 55767\, United States
CATEGORIES:Folk Dance,In Person,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240913T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240913T213000
DTSTAMP:20240620T215424Z
CREATED:20240620T215424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T215424Z
UID:14015-1726257600-1726263000@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Jenni Venäläinen & Melkutus Party
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, September 13\n8 pm – 10 pm\nThe Cedar Cultural Center\nMinneapolis\, MN 55454 \n$20 Presale (below)\n$25 At the door \nMaking their Cedar debut as part of its Nordic Roots Series\, we welcome Jenni Venäläinen & Melkutus Party from Finland! \nOld Karelian tunes played by kantele\, the traditional string instrument\, have a minimalistic\, improvisational and rhythmic nature that compliments the aesthetics of modern electronic ambient and party music. The concert program also contains new compositions based on the rich tradition of kantele. \nThis is a seated show with general admission\, first-come-first-served seating. The Cedar is happy to reserve seats for patrons who require special seating accommodations. \nTickets and more info: Eventbrite.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/jenni-venalainen-melkutus-party/
LOCATION:The Cedar Cultural Center\, 416 Cedar Avenue South Minneapolis\, Minneapolis\, Minnesota\, 55454
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Music
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240821
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240825
DTSTAMP:20240107T022049Z
CREATED:20240107T022049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240107T022049Z
UID:13796-1724202000-1724461199@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Air Guitar World Championships
DESCRIPTION:The next Air Guitar World Championships will be held August 21-23\, 2024. \nThe final takes place in the heart of Oulu\, and the event is free entry and open to everyone. There is truly room for everyone at this internationally acclaimed\, inclusive family of air guitar lovers\, welcome! \nThe purpose of the Air Guitar World Championships is to promote world peace. According to the ideology of the competition\, wars would end\, climate change stop and all bad things disappear\, if all the people in the world played the Air Guitar. This is why the whole universe is invited to play the Air Guitar for the world peace at the end of the competition. \n \nMAKE AIR\, NOT WAR
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/air-guitar-world-championships/
LOCATION:Oulu\, Finland\, Oulu\, 90100\, Finland
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Music
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240730
DTSTAMP:20240320T232349Z
CREATED:20240222T050116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T232349Z
UID:13848-1721782800-1722214799@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:FinnFest 2024
DESCRIPTION:FinnFest 2024\, North America’s premiere experience of Nordic culture and learning\, will again be held in beautiful Duluth\, Minnesota\, between July 24-28\, 2024. Everyone is welcome at FinnFest!\n \nThis year’s festival will provide vibrant new programming\, spiced with treasured sounds and stimulating conversations. The festival kicks off with tours\, evening dances\, films and seminars on Wednesday and Thursday\, and continues on with typical FinnFest programming throughout the week. The festival schedule on the FinnFest website will be updated throughout the spring. \nFestival Pass holders will have access to presentations\, panel discussions\, Tori Nordic Fair\, NAFL floorball games (NEW!)\, live music\, art\, evening dances\, workshops\, demonstrations\, Asahi and Nordic Walking (NEW!) sessions\, films and more. Separate tickets will be required for tours (Wed)\, language\, genealogy and other seminars (Thu)\, and selected evening events such as the symphony orchestra concert. Tickets for additional ticketed events will be available closer to the event date. \nFor daily event details\, visit FinnFest.us. \nFull Festival (5-day) Pass provides access to most FinnFest events Wed-Sun\, including presentations\, Tori Nordic Fair\, all NAFL floorball games (NEW!)\, live music\, art\, evening dances\, workshops\, demonstrations\, Asahi and Nordic Walking sessions\, films and more. Separate tickets will be required for tours (Wed)\, language or genealogy seminars (Thu)\, and selected evening events such as the symphony orchestra concert. Tickets for these events will be available closer to the date. \n\nEarly Bird Pricing thru March 15 April 15\n (FinnFest Member discount (20%) available)\n$150 – 5-Day Pass Adult\n$50 – 5-Day Pass Student\n$20 – 5-Day Pass Child \nAfter April 15 (FinnFest Member discount (20%) available)\n$179 – 5-Day Pass Adult\n$50 – 5-Day Pass Student\n$20 – 5-Day Pass Child \n$60 – 1-Day Pass Adult\n$20 – 1-Day Pass Student\n$10 – 1-Day Pass Child \nTo purchase tickets: FinnFest.us
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/finnfest-2024/
LOCATION:Duluth Entertainment Convention Center\, 350 Harbor Drive\, Duluth\, MN\, 55802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family Fun,Finnish culture,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="FinnFest USA":MAILTO:info@finnfestusa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240605T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240605T210000
DTSTAMP:20240517T212113Z
CREATED:20240517T212113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T212113Z
UID:14005-1717614000-1717621200@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Kallavesi Church Youth Choir
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, June 5\n7:00 PM – 9:00 PM\nChrist Lutheran Church\n3244 34th Avenue South\nMinneapolis\, MN \nSince 1972\, Minneapolis and Kuopio\, Finland\, have been partner communities (aka “Sister Cities”). A group of 20 young Kuopions from Kallavesi Lutheran Church\, Kuopio\, will be visiting Minneapolis and on Wednesday\, June 5\, perform at Christ Lutheran Church in Minneapolis.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/kallavesi-church-youth-choir/
LOCATION:Christ Lutheran Church\, 3244 34th Ave. So.\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240316T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240316T200000
DTSTAMP:20240306T000535Z
CREATED:20240306T000535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T000535Z
UID:13914-1710610200-1710619200@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:St. Urho Day Fun @ Finnish Bistro
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 16\n5:30 pm – 8:00 pm\nFinnish Bistro\nSt. Paul\, MN \nThe Finn Hall Four (Ralph Tuttila\, Jaana Tuttila \, Johanna Solem and Dennis Halme).\nJoin the Finn Hall Four for an evening of musical fun\, playing and singing Finnish and Nordic music for dancing and listening. The Finn Hall Four are all members of the award-winning group Finn Hall\, named “Entertainers of the Year” in 2010 by the Finlandia Foundation National. They tour nationally (and locally) and internationally (Finland and Canada!).
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/st-urho-day-fun-finnish-bistro/
LOCATION:Finnish Bistro\, 2264 Como Avenue\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Folklore,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Finnish Bistro":MAILTO:info@finnishbistro.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240303T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240303T130000
DTSTAMP:20240120T144002Z
CREATED:20240119T000739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240120T144002Z
UID:13823-1709467200-1709470800@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Lauluaika plays for dancing at ASI
DESCRIPTION:12:00 pm- 1:00 pm\nAmerican Swedish Institute (Larson Hall)\nMinneapolis\, MN \nFree for ASI members\n$15 non-members \nLauluaika plays Finnish music for dancing in Larson Hall at ASI from 12-1 pm as part of a 2-day Nordic event with music and other cultural events. Lauluaika will also lead a jam session for musicians at 1:45 pm.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/lauluaika-plays-for-dancing-at-asi/
LOCATION:American Swedish Institute ASI\, 2600 Park Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55407\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231217T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231217T160000
DTSTAMP:20231208T125923Z
CREATED:20231105T014530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231208T125923Z
UID:13668-1702821600-1702828800@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Nordic Choirs Christmas Concert
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, December 17\n2:00 pm – 4:00 pm\nMindekirken (Norwegian Lutheran Memorial Church)\nMinneapolis\, MN
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/nordic-choirs-christmas-concert/
LOCATION:Mindekirken (Norwegian Lutheran Memorial Church)\, 924 East 21st Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231209T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231209T170000
DTSTAMP:20231115T002526Z
CREATED:20231105T013744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T002526Z
UID:13666-1702130400-1702141200@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Kauneimmat Joululaulut (Beautiful Christmas Music) Joulutori
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, December 9\n2:00 pm – 5:00 pm\nSt. Michael’s Lutheran Church\nRoseville\, MN \nCelebrate beautiful Christmas music from Finland in a sing-along of new carols and traditional songs.\nEnjoy this beloved Christmas tradition\, celebrated in churches across Finland\, during December. Guest Musicians: Sara Pajunen\, Mark Sedio\, and Osmo Vänskä. Following the service\, enjoy coffee and festive Christmas treats and gifts for sale in the Fellowship Hall marketplace.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/kauneimmat-joululaulut-beautiful-christmas-music-joulutori/
LOCATION:St. Michael’s Lutheran Church\, 1660 County Road B\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Food,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231204T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231204T210000
DTSTAMP:20231119T232202Z
CREATED:20231119T232202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231119T232202Z
UID:13710-1701718200-1701723600@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Lauluaika @ Roseville Strings Christmas Concert and Sing-along
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, December 4\n7:30 pm – 9:00 pm\nCentennial United Methodist Church\nRoseville\, MN \nFree \n\nLauluaika has been invited to perform at the Roseville Strings’ Christmas Concert & Sing-along\, playing a handful of Finnish Christmas tunes. The organizers encourage dancing in the aisles to help celebrate the season. \nThe concert will be filled with performances from the Roseville String Ensemble\, several songs to sing together\, and singing along with those familiar Finnish tunes.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/lauluaika-roseville-strings-christmas-concert-and-sing-along/
LOCATION:Centennial United Methodist Church\, 1524 County Rd C2 W\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Family Fun,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231112T210000
DTSTAMP:20240118T235519Z
CREATED:20231004T202726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T235519Z
UID:13609-1699812000-1699822800@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Second Sunday Nordic Social Dance with Lauluaika!
DESCRIPTION:6:00 pm – 9:00 pm\nTapestry Folkdance Center\nMinneapolis\, MN\n$12 (members)\n$15 (non-members) \nSecond Sunday Nordic Social Dance with Lauluaika! \nLauluaika.\nTwo hours of Nordic social dancing monthy every second Sunday to live-music from Lauluaika (performing from 7-8 p.m.)! \nWith Nordic Social Dance you will learn and review the dances of Sweden\, Norway\, Denmark\, Finland and Iceland – a 45-minute dance workshop with experienced instructors who are steeped in the culturally rich dances of the Nordic countries. No partner needed\, you will find one here! \nEvening Event Schedule \n6:00 – 6:45 pm Instruction\n7:00 – 8:00 pm Social Dance (with Lauluaika)\n8:00 – 8:10 pm Group Mixer\n8:10 – 8:50 pm Social Dance\n8:50 – 9:00 pm Group Långdans
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/second-sunday-nordic-social-dance-with-lauluaika/
LOCATION:Tapestry Folkdance Center\, 3748 Minnehaha Ave. S.\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406
CATEGORIES:Finnish culture,Folk Dance,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tapestry Folkdance Center":MAILTO:staff@tapestryfolkdance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231111T210000
DTSTAMP:20231016T181126Z
CREATED:20231016T181126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T181126Z
UID:13640-1699729200-1699736400@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Jonathan Rundman and family and friends
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, November 11\n7:00 pm – 9:00 pm\nBethel Lutheran Church\nMinneapolis\, MN \nFree will donation
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/jonathan-rundman-and-family-and-friends-2/
LOCATION:Bethel Lutheran Church\, 4120 17th Ave. South\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55407\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231111T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231111T130000
DTSTAMP:20231030T180459Z
CREATED:20231030T180459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T180459Z
UID:13652-1699704000-1699707600@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Lauluaika @ Minnesota Bluegrass & Old-Time Music Association Fall Jam 2023
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, November 11\n12:00 pm – 1:00 pm\nCrown Plaza Hotel\nPlymouth\, MN \nThe Minnesota Bluegrass Fall Jam is Jam-Packed with events … including a performance by Lauluaika at noon on Saturday\, November 11! There are events happening all around the Hotel featuring Bluegrass\, Old Time\, and Ukulele Gathering jams\, workshops\, concerts and more.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/lauluaika-minnesota-bluegrass-old-time-music-association-fall-jam-2023/
LOCATION:Crowne Plaza Hotel\, 3131 Campus Dr\,\, Plymouth\, MN\, 55441\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Entertainment,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Bluegrass & Old-Time Music Association":MAILTO:info@minnesotabluegrass.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231101T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231101T230000
DTSTAMP:20231016T175454Z
CREATED:20231016T175454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T175454Z
UID:13635-1698872400-1698879600@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Jonathan Rundman and family and friends
DESCRIPTION:Weds. November 1\n9:00 pm – 11:00 pm\nWhite Squirrel Bar\nSt. Paul\, MN \nNo cover
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/jonathan-rundman-and-family-and-friends/
LOCATION:White Squirrel Bar\, 974 West Seventh Street\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Music
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