Try a Nordic language summer camp!
Are you looking for something for your little ones to do this summer? Try a language camp!
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- Dec 8, 2021
Lucia Day At Home 2022
Celebrate Santa Lucia Day at home this year with a Lucia Day video starring Nordic Northwest’s official Oregon Lucia Court and more!
- Aug 10, 2021
Sámi Dreams Virtual Exhibit
About the Exhibit: In just a few decades, the Sámi, Northern Europe's only indigenous people, have leapt from second-class status with...
- Jun 15, 2021
Happy Father's Day!
Happy Father's Day! This week, we are celebrating paternal bonds and being a dad with this special blog post!
- Jun 12, 2021
Oregon Midsummer Festival 2021
Welcome to the celebration of Oregon Midsummer Festival!
- Feb 10, 2021
Barrel Scavenger Hunt
Now through February 21, our resident trolls have hidden mini barrels along the trails. Bring your family and try to find one!
- Feb 6, 2021
Make your own Fastelavn mask!
Costumes are part of the fun! Vikings are always a favorite at NNW, but we've seen some gnomes, fairies and winning soccer teams! Masks can
- Feb 6, 2021
Fastelavnsboller- (The kid friendly edition)
Sweet, delicious, and historic, there's no better treat for the season. Make your own here.
- Feb 6, 2021
Make your own Fastelavn barrel!
This Barrel is made out of wood, filled with candy and decorated with a black cat. Find out how to make your own mini barrel here..
- Feb 6, 2021
History of Fastelavn
What is Fastelavn? Why and how is it celebrated? Learn more here.
- Feb 6, 2021
Make your own Fastelavn decor!
Fastelavnsris are a must! Find out how to make those and some other festive decorations here...
- Jan 25, 2021
The Story Behind the Nordia House Doors
Learn the history behind the art at Nordia House!
- Jan 4, 2021
History of Boris Sirpo
Boris Sirpo (center) Boris Sirpo (1893 – 1967) was a Russian-born Finnish violinist and conductor and a personal friend of composer Jean...
- Dec 23, 2020
Coloring Page Contest
Join Nordic Northwest and the ScanFair Committee for a coloring contest!
- Dec 23, 2020
Nisser save the day. A true story from Josephine!
A story written and illustrated by Joanna Cain.
- Dec 22, 2020
Make Your Own Himmeli
As seen in the Pippi Longstocking Room at ScanFair! Back in the day, himmelis hung above dining tables to ensure a good crop for the...
- Dec 15, 2020
Laufabrauð (Leaf Bread) of Iceland
by Natalie Guttormsson and Þórdís Edda Guðjónsdóttir, Icelandic Roots www.icelandicroots.com Laufabrauð - Lauf: leaf, brauð: bread (the...
- Dec 11, 2020
Lucia Day At Home
Celebrate Santa Lucia Day at home this year.
- Dec 11, 2020
Passing Off the Torch to the Next Scandinavian of the Year
Awarded each year, this honor seeks to recognize those making a difference in the Nordic community...
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