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UPCOMING EVENTS

Learn all about upcoming events and programs at Nordia House, presented by Nordic Northwest and

our partner organizations.

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Exhibition - Swedish Dads
Thu, Apr 01
Nordia House
Apr 01, 3:00 PM – Jul 01, 5:00 PM
Nordia House, 8800 SW Oleson Rd, Portland, OR 97223, USA
A photography exhibit by Johan Bävman highlights many advantages of Sweden's generous parental and paternity leave in Sweden.
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Nordic Kubb
Sun, May 02
Nordia House Back Lawn
May 02, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Nordia House Back Lawn, 8800 SW Oleson Rd, Portland, OR 97223, USA
Often described as a combination of bowling and horseshoes. There is a certain level of strategy that is used by players and has led Kubb fans to nickname the game “Viking Chess”.
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Friday Night Lecture Series - Growing Up in Iceland
Fri, May 07
Portland
May 07, 7:30 PM
Portland, 8800 SW Oleson Rd, Portland, OR 97223, USA
A glimpse into Nordic life from Dr. Líney Árnadóttir's lived experience growing up in Iceland. This event is both in-person and online.
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Travel Series - Rick Steves
Thu, May 13
Online Event
May 13, 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM PDT
Online Event
Join us for lively evening with Rick Steves, widely considered America’s most respected authority on travel to Europe. Steves will highlight travel to the Nordic countries with special sites to visit, travel tips and how to have a fun, affordable and culturally broadening experience.
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Nordic Vintage & Treasure Sale
Fri, May 14
Portland
May 14, 9:00 AM PDT – May 15, 3:00 PM PDT
Portland, 8800 SW Oleson Rd, Portland, OR 97223, USA
If you are in the market for vintage Nordic collectibles, apparel, dishes, glassware, linens, artwork and other unique treasures, come and explore the Nordic Vintage & Treasure sale on Friday, May 14, and Saturday, May 15.
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Nordic Kubb
Sun, May 16
Nordia House Back Lawn
May 16, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Nordia House Back Lawn, 8800 SW Oleson Rd, Portland, OR 97223, USA
Often described as a combination of bowling and horseshoes. There is a certain level of strategy that is used by players and has led Kubb fans to nickname the game “Viking Chess”.
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Film - The Sea's Black Gold
Thu, May 20
Online Event
May 20, 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM
Online Event
This documentary film takes place on the west coast of Sweden, at Hamburgö where fellow fisherman Jan Akervall and Acke Wåhlander live their daily adventures out at sea.
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Jewelry Making Workshop - Silver Metal Clay Charms
Sat, May 22
Portland
May 22, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Portland, 8800 SW Oleson Rd, Portland, OR 97223, USA
Create a pure silver charm, suitable for necklaces, earrings, or to hang on a bracelet in this fun class.
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Wood Carving Workshop - Spoon Carving For Beginners
Sat, Jun 05
Nordia House
Jun 05, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Nordia House, 8800 SW Oleson Rd, Portland, OR 97223, USA
This one-day class will start with a few freshly cut or “green” logs and split them down into workable wooden blanks to carve spoons.
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Wood Carving Workshop - Dala Horse Carving
Sun, Jun 06
Nordia House
Jun 06, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Nordia House, 8800 SW Oleson Rd, Portland, OR 97223, USA
Traditionally carved from pine wood scraps leftover by builders, the Dala Horse is a national symbol of Sweden and marks those dark winter days when carvers sit by the woodstove to whittle.
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Jewelry Making Workshop - Viking Knit Bracelet
Wed, Jun 09
Online Event
Jun 09, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Online Event
using silver and copper wire, pliers and wooden dowels, create one of the most ancient and lovely chains dating back to Viking times.
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Oregon Midsummer Festival
Sat, Jun 12
Portland
Jun 12, 1:00 AM – 6:00 AM
Portland, 8800 SW Oleson Rd, Portland, OR 97223, USA
Come celebrate the joy of summer with us!
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Jewelry Making Workshop - Viking Rune Ring
Sat, Jun 19
Portland
Jun 19, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Portland, 8800 SW Oleson Rd, Portland, OR 97223, USA
Build on the essentials of this Sami-invented handcraft and learn basic jewelry silversmithing techniques such as sizing and texturing to make a band-style ring and personalize it with Elder Futhark runes.
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Wood Carving Workshop - Decorated Cutting Board
Sat, Jul 31
Nordia House
Jul 31, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Nordia House, 8800 SW Oleson Rd, Portland, OR 97223, USA
Make a simple, functional and elegant cutting board, cheese board or tea tray inspired by traditional Scandinavian decorative techniques.
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Wood Carving Workshop - Spoon Carving For Beginners
Sun, Aug 01
Nordia House
Aug 01, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Nordia House, 8800 SW Oleson Rd, Portland, OR 97223, USA
This one-day class will start with a few freshly cut or “green” logs and split them down into workable wooden blanks to carve spoons.
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Exhibition - Sámi Dreams
Wed, Sep 01
Nordia House
Sep 01, 12:00 PM – Dec 01, 12:00 PM
Nordia House, 8800 SW Oleson Rd, Portland, OR 97223, USA
This collection of portraits and interviews, curated by accomplished journalist and photographer Randall Hyman, is intended to be a platform for the Sámi, Northern Europe's only indigenous people, to speak frankly about climate and cultural change in Scandinavia.
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Jewelry Making Workshop - Sami Inspired Bracelet
Sat, Sep 25
Portland
Sep 25, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Portland, 8800 SW Oleson Rd, Portland, OR 97223, USA
Learn the ancient techniques invented by the Sami people to create your own reindeer leather and coiled wire embroidered bracelet.
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Jewelry Making Workshop - Sami Inspired Beaded Necklace
Sat, Oct 23
Portland
Oct 23, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Portland, 8800 SW Oleson Rd, Portland, OR 97223, USA
Learn a special braiding pattern to create a Sami inspired necklace in this class. We will use the traditional coiled pewter/silver wire to complete a braid pattern, adorned with colorful beads and a clasp.
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