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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T163000
DTSTAMP:20260314T223735Z
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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:20260221T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T150000
DTSTAMP:20260124T023541Z
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SUMMARY:Laskiainen 2026!
DESCRIPTION:February 21\, 2026\n12 pm – 3 pm\nLebanon Hills Regional Park\nEagan\, MN \nFree \nJoin us for our annual Laskiainen – traditional sledding day and winter picnic! \nSled and play in the snow\, chat by the fire pit or in the warming house\, and delight in laskiaispulla (shrove buns)\, kahvi (coffee) hernekeitto (split pea soup) and nakit (hot dogs) with Finnish friends. There may also be an opportunity to sauna on the lake! More details to come. \nPotluck signup here.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/laskiainen-2026/
LOCATION:Lebanon Hills Regional Park\, 860 Cliff Rd\, Eagan\, 55123\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Outdoors
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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:20251212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251212T210000
DTSTAMP:20250828T224110Z
CREATED:20250828T224031Z
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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
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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:20251121T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251121T200000
DTSTAMP:20251028T022548Z
CREATED:20251028T022548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T022548Z
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SUMMARY:FAA Program for members – Kickoff of Salolampi Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Salolampi leaders and Lily Obeda will talk about changes and work weekends. Salolampi villagers will talk about their experience this past summer.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/faa-program-for-members-kickoff-of-salolampi-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Danish American Center DAC\, 3030 West River Parkway\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
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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
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T005713Z
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:20251011T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T120000
DTSTAMP:20250920T005405Z
CREATED:20250920T005405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250920T005405Z
UID:14510-1760173200-1760184000@www.finnsource.org
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: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:20250928T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T150000
DTSTAMP:20250926T195109Z
CREATED:20250926T195109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T195109Z
UID:14514-1759060800-1759071600@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Finn Fun Day!
DESCRIPTION:September 14\, 2024\n12:00 pm – 3:00 pm\nDanish American Center\nMinneapolis\, MN \nKickstart your fall before activities\, events\, and Finnish language classes by joining us for a day of food\, music\, games\, and activities!  Special Finnish music provide by Kyle Gray Young! \nFinn Fun Day is is a multi-generational\, family-friendly event that was started as a collaboration between FACA and Suomi-koulu. \nAll are welcome whether you are Finnish or are curious about other cultures or all things Finnish! \nTervetuloa to the 5th Annual Finn Fun Day!
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/finn-fun-day-5/
LOCATION:Danish American Center DAC\, 3030 West River Parkway\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Everything,Family Fun
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ORGANIZER;CN="Finnish American Association":MAILTO:info@faatc.org
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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:20250906T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T200000
DTSTAMP:20250829T134356Z
CREATED:20250829T134356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T134356Z
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SUMMARY:Nordic Music Fest
DESCRIPTION:It’s Nordic Music Fest 2025\, at Lion’s Park\, Victoria\, MN\, rain or shine! Listen to Nordic music performed on a variety of traditional instruments\, sample baked Scandinavian treats\, and find hand-made goods from local nordic artisans. \nFESTIVAL\n10am – 8pm \nMUSIC & DANCING\n4:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. \nSchedule coming soon!
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/nordic-music-fest-3/
LOCATION:Lions Park – Victoria\, 8339 Victoria Dr\, Victoria\, MN\, 55386\, United States
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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:20250504T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250504T150000
DTSTAMP:20250318T225306Z
CREATED:20250318T225306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T225306Z
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
CREATED:20250223T005901Z
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: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;VALUE=DATE:20250314
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250318
DTSTAMP:20250308T033157Z
CREATED:20250308T032537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250308T033157Z
UID:14334-1741914000-1742173199@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Annual St. Urho Day Celebration (Finland\, MN)
DESCRIPTION:March 14 – 16\, 2025\nFinland\, MN \nSt. Urho is a fictional Finnish saint who is said to have chased away the grasshoppers to save Finland’s grape crop. Finland\, Minnesota has long celebrated St. Urho’s Day on the Saturday closest to March 16th — in 2025\, March 15. There will be a parade\, a beauty pageant\, free music\, face painting\, food\, snow sculptures\, and other community festivities. \nIf you can’t make it to Finland\, MN\, there are also celebrations across northern Minnesota\, and indeed\, many places across the Midwest with populations of Finnish descent. \nEvent info: St. Urho’s Day (Friends of Finland)
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/annual-st-urho-day-celebration-finland-mn/
LOCATION:Finland\, MN 55603
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family Fun,Finnish culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T120000
DTSTAMP:20250123T011907Z
CREATED:20250123T011842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T011907Z
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:20250215T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T150000
DTSTAMP:20250118T040235Z
CREATED:20250118T033224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250118T040235Z
UID:14195-1739620800-1739631600@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Laskiainen 2025
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, February 15\, 2025\n12:00 pm – 3:00 pm\nLebanon Hills Regional Park\nEagan\, MN \nFree \n \nJoin us for our annual Laskiainen — traditional sledding day and winter picnic! \nSled and play in the snow\, chat by the fire pit or in the warming house\, and delight in laskiaispulla (shrove buns)\, kahvi (coffee) hernekeitto (split pea soup) and nakit (hot dogs) with Finnish friends.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/laskiainen-2025/
LOCATION:Lebanon Hills Regional Park\, 860 Cliff Rd\, Eagan\, 55123\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Outdoors,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T210000
DTSTAMP:20241221T223021Z
CREATED:20241219T230741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T223021Z
UID:14174-1739037600-1739048400@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:Luminary Loppet
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, February 1\, 2025\n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm\nLake of the Isles\nMinneapolis\, MN\n \nCome out to Lake of the Isles and enjoy the Luminary Loppet where you can walk or cross-country ski on the candlelit trail. Experience 1\,200 luminaries lining the trail with unique ice features and much more – all in the heart of Uptown. \nFind refreshments such as hot cocoa and s’mores along the trail and then head over to the party area for food trucks\, Utepils Brewing beer and music!
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/luminary-loppet/
LOCATION:Lake of the Isles\, 2500 Lake of the Isles Parkway E\, Minnneapolis\, 55405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Fundraiser,Outdoors,Sports
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Loppet Foundation":MAILTO:info@loppet.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250204
DTSTAMP:20241221T223144Z
CREATED:20241219T223030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T223144Z
UID:14154-1738371600-1738544399@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, February 1 – Saturday\, February 2\, 2025\nTheodore Wirth Park & other venues\nMinneapolis\, MN \nThe City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival is a two-day festival that includes a variety of point-to-point Cross-Country Ski\, Fat Bike\, Skijor\, and Snowshoe events\, both competitive races and recreational touring events through Theodore Wirth Park; and a number of unique events\, such as the Kubb Tournament. \nKeeping the fun going over two weekends will be the City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival\, a two-day festival the first weekend in February followed the next weekend by the Luminary Loppet (also the Loppet’s largest fundraiser of the year!) on the second Saturday in February.  \nSchedule of Events: City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival (Feb. 1-2)
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/city-of-lakes-loppet-winter-festival-2/
LOCATION:Theodore Wirth Park\, 1301 Theodore Wirth Pkwy.\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55422\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Outdoors,Sports
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Loppet Foundation":MAILTO:info@loppet.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250107T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250107T194500
DTSTAMP:20241215T172752Z
CREATED:20241213T151208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241215T172752Z
UID:14144-1736273700-1736279100@www.finnsource.org
SUMMARY:ASI: Intermediate Finnish (Tues.)
DESCRIPTION:Jan 7\, 2025 – Mar 4\, 2025 (Tuesdays)\n6:15 pm – 7:45 pm\n$135 Members\n$145 Non-members\nZoom \nAn intermediate I level Finnish course taught by Joona Sundström starting in chapter 3 of Suomen Mestari 2 (new edition)\, available in the ASI Museum Shop. Required materials: Suomen Mestari 2 textbook. \nThis class meets virtually.
URL:https://www.finnsource.org/event/asi-intermediate-finnish-tues/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Finnish Language,Language,Zoom
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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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