This a reminder that the STSCA Annual Meeting is coming up this Saturday, December 12, at 8 PM PST on Zoom. Come learn about what we accomplished this year and what we are planning for the future. Help us elect new and returning Board members, and meet our partners in Uzbekistan, who will be joining […]
How can the US strengthen its ties to the Nordic counties, and what are the current attitudes of the Nordics towards America? Thought leaders will share their insight with us as we explore how our countries can become even better partners in the coming year. https://www.nordicmuseum.org/product/5486
If you're looking for festive family fun, look no further than our YouTube channel. Our holiday-themed videos include: Make Danish woven paper hearts Cut special, Nordic-themed paper snowflakes Cook everyone's favorite treat, aebleskiver Listen to a story and make a fun craft with Santa's Littlest Helper These craft videos are free to watch, and so […]
Norwegian Ladies Chorus of Seattle presents its annual Christmas Concert virtually. The concert will include virtual choir performances, as well as special solos and small groups by chorus members and their families. Click here for the 30 minute concert. Have your own Christmas cookies nearby to simulate the after party! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI-yRJT4MAVKuZ346sWwxkg
Seattle Center Festál presents Polish Festival Seattle in partnership with Seattle Polish Foundation and Polish Home Association. The festival features authentic Polish food, live music, exhibits, merchants, vodka tasting, beer garden, workshops, and more. This event is free and open to the public. http://www.seattlecenter.com/events/featured-events/festal/polish-festival-seattle
Polish Festival Seattle, after being forced to sit out the annual showcase at the Seattle Center in July this year, has come up with an exciting proposal for Christmas! There will be a virtual celebration of Polish holiday traditions on Sunday, December 20th from 2 to 5 pm. Mark your calendars! The exact program is […]
Ongoing till Tuesday, February 2 Streaming at Vimeo by ARTON Anthology Film Archives and Polish Cultural Institute NY present the program Avant-Garde Films By Polish Female Artists of the 1970s that includes short films by Izabella Gustowska, Iwona Lemke-Konart, Jolanta Marcolla, Natalia LL, Ewa Partum, Jadwiga Singer and Teresa Tyszkiewicz. Total running time is about […]
On January 21, American-Scandinavian Foundation invites you to a panel on “Race, Identity, and Belonging” in the Nordic countries. In this discussion, panelists Elizabeth Löwe Hunter (Ph.D. Candidate, African American Studies, UC Berkeley), Jasmine Kelekay (Ph.D. candidate, Sociology, UC Santa Barbara), and Susani Mahadura (journalist and filmmaker), with moderator and ASF Fellow Ethelene Whitmire (Professor/Chair, […]
Friluftsliv” (“open air life”) is a Nordic concept gaining currency during the COVID-19 pandemic. Friluftsliv, which encourages time spent outdoors, is an antidote to the countless hours spent indoors teleworking and socializing on video conferencing platforms. However, due to its myriad benefits, friluftsliv merits consideration for complete integration into our daily lives long after the […]
Benedikte has offered to help us through this long Covid winter by presenting a series of photo tours to help us dream of the days ahead when we can travel back to Denmark. We will present them on Zoom, live from her home in Denmark, and recordings will be available following each show. In each […]
Our Virtual Crafts and Cocktails classes have quickly become community favorites! Make sure to sign up for your spot now as both are filling up fast. Tickets are only $5! https://www.nordicmuseum.org/product/5413
Καλωσήρθες! Welcome! Check out the official website of the International Greek Ancestry Conference, organized by Greek Ancestry and the Hellenic Genealogy Geek, from Jan. 29th through Jan. 31st, 2021. Download the conference agenda on their home page! The conference will be virtual, free and live-streamed on Greek Ancestry’s Youtube channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVLnzIQ6foxaJq0cpvqLgaQ
Due to the pandemic and state wide restrictions on public gatherings, the Polish Home Association election season is different than usual. Usually, the elections for different officer and trustee positions happen as a part of the PHA Annual Meeting and the election results are announced at the end of the meeting. https://www.polishhome.org/
Inspire Washington’s broad cultural legislative agenda is only as powerful as our advocates. This is where you come in. YOU are the superhero your community needs to fight for critical assistance after the unprecedented disruption and damage of COVID-19! Join us for Arts, Heritage & Science Week by signing up for your district team today! […]
CulturalFest celebrates the diversity and talent that international students bring to our campus and region. This annual FIUTS event connects thousands of people from around the world with opportunities for cultural exploration and learning. FREE Tickets to Performance Showcase Get all the details at https://www.fiuts.org/culturalfest To submit a 'cultural content' piece https://www.fiuts.org/virtual-culturalfest-expo-content-submission-instructions
Wednesday, February 10, 7PM: Aquavit Cocktail Class followed by short business meeting--all on ZOOM! Class hosted by Ben Ernst, a professional bartender and beverage consultant, who will show us how to make an Aquavit Sour and an Aquavit Old Fashioned. Throughout his career, Mr. Ernst has worked in six different countries. He has become known […]
Valentine's Drive-Up Spaghetti Dinner - Amerigo Vespucci Lodge Mary's Parish Hall Aberdeen, WA Saturday, February 13, 2021 4-6 pm
Fastelavn is a traditional Danish carnival for kids that takes place before lent each year. In a typical year, NWDA hosts in-person celebrations for Fastelavn in Portland and Seattle. The events are popular among families in the Pacific Northwest. Families love participating in this traditional day to experience the fun and games. Crafts, a costume […]
Fastelavn is a traditional Danish carnival for kids and families taking place on February 14th. This year we will help you create your own Fastelavn at home with a virtual guide by NWDA. Stay tuned, the guide will be available in February! https://northwestdanish.org/fastelavn/
This two-part series reveals the broad history and culture of the Black church and explores African American faith communities on the frontlines of hope and change. Here is a video preview of this not-to-be-missed special series and other PBS Black History Month offerings.