Calendar

Paint and Sip Afternoon Class: Cherry Blossoms
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Introduction to Drawing: The Mythology of Water with Carrie Finnigan
Introduction to Drawing through Nordic, Celtic, and Ojibwe mythology. Learn the water mythology of three cultures while also learning the formal art concepts of line to create movement and to draw your eye around an image.

Paint and Sip Evening Class: Cherry Blossoms
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Lørdag Pizza with Teena Anderson
Norwegians eat the most pizza in the world per capita, and Saturday (lørdag) is the favorite night to indulge. But Norwegian pizza isn’t just any pizza—it features distinctly Nordic flavors that are both unique and delicious! Join us at Norway House for an afternoon of hands-on pizza making with Teena Anderson, owner of Anoka Meat and Sausage and a regular guest on Twin Cities Live and Fox 9 Good Day.

Beginning Kransekake with Brenda Lewis
A blue-ribbon winner teaches you how to make a kransekake. Complete beginners welcome.

From Plain to Art: Upcycle Wooden Treasures with Decorative Carving
Discover the art of decorative carving in this hands-on class with master woodcarver Jock Holmen, affectionately known as “The Norwegian Termite.” Learn carving techniques that you can take home and use to transform ordinary wooden bowls and plates into works of art.

Beginning Kransekake with Brenda Lewis
A blue-ribbon winner teaches you how to make a kransekake. Complete beginners welcome.

A special Barnehage with Kari: Language fun through Norwegian children's literature
Children learn Norwegian through song, dance, activities and children’s literature.

Decorate Påskris (Easter Switch) with Kari Tauring
Learn about the Nordic Easter tradition of decorating pussy willow switches. When Christianity came to rural Norway, Finland, and Sweden around 1200 A.D., the ancient land-based traditions were kept in families and blended with the new church practices.

Sharp Skills: Mastering Knife Care with Stephen Aysta
Join knifemaker Stephen Aysta, owner of Tera Forge, for an engaging and hands-on knife sharpening class at Norway House. Learn how to properly care for your kitchen, carving, and outdoor knives while gaining essential insights into knife safety.

The Summer Side of Primstav (Zoom Class)
Join Nordic Roots educator Kari Tauring for a fascinating journey into the world of Primstavs—traditional Nordic calendar sticks that date back to the 1300s. Combining ancient land-based rituals with church and saint days introduced by Christianity, Primstavs served as essential tools for farmers and fishermen to track time and manage tasks throughout the year.

From Plain to Art: Upcycle Wooden Treasures with Decorative Carving
Discover the art of decorative carving in this hands-on class with master woodcarver Jock Holmen, affectionately known as “The Norwegian Termite.” Learn carving techniques that you can take home and use to transform ordinary wooden bowls and plates into works of art.

The Summer Side of Primstav (In-Person Class)
Join Nordic Roots educator Kari Tauring for a fascinating journey into the world of Primstavs—traditional Nordic calendar sticks that date back to the 1300s. Combining ancient land-based rituals with church and saint days introduced by Christianity, Primstavs served as essential tools for farmers and fishermen to track time and manage tasks throughout the year.

Special Barnehage with Children's Literature
Have your 2- to 4-year-old learn Norwegian through song, dance, art, and children’s literature.