Passport to Other Cultures Romania
2022-06-09 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Giants of the Earth Heritage Center, 163 W Main, Spring Grove, MN, 55974, United States
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THIS THURSDAY: ROMANIA!
Join us for a program on Romania celebrating Romanian midsummer, “Sanziene” or “Dragaica.” Plus, a pop-up exhibit all month!
Giants presents: Passport to Other Cultures, June: Romania
Join our local host Adrian Gabor, a native of Romania who has resided in Spring Grove since 2020.
He will guide us through an overview of his country’s rich and beautiful geography, history, culture, language, and cuisine!
We will also see pre-recorded videos from co-host Rachel Storlie’s Romanian friends Flavia and AnaMaria, who reside in Cedar Falls, IA.
Finally, Vendela Parker will delight us with fun facts about the rich literary history that stems from the legends of Transylvania and how this interest fuels her passion as a young researcher.
On the menu is a variety of small Romanian bites: Eggplant Dip (Salata de vinete), Stuffed Cabbage Rolls (Sarmale), and Cheese Donuts (Papanasi); and we look forward to trying these items thanks to Chef/Host Adrian!
Here is the breakdown of our evening:
6:30–Arrival and passport stamping. Meet and Greet Adrian and family, and visit the mini Pop-Up Exhibit, courtesy of Flavia and AnaMaria, while being serenaded with traditional Roma music
7:00–Presentation begins in Immigrant Hall
7:45–Question/Answer time, and sharing of stories by YOU
Reception featuring traditional Romanian foods, fruit brandy, and water

Heritage Center Open
2022-06-10 10:00 - 17:00, 2022-06-11 10:00 - 17:00, 2022-06-13 10:00 - 17:00, 2022-06-14 10:00 - 17:00, 2022-06-15 10:00 - 17:00, 2022-06-16 10:00 - 17:00, 2022-06-17 10:00 - 17:00, 2022-06-18 10:00 - 17:00 and 15 more dates | Giants of the Earth Heritage Center, 163 W Main, Spring Grove, MN, 55974, United States

Heritage Center Closed
2022-06-12, 2022-06-19, 2022-06-26, 2022-07-03 | Giants of the Earth Heritage Center, 163 W Main, Spring Grove, MN, 55974, United States

2022 Norwegian Ridge Language & Culture Camp – Ages 5-9
2022-06-13 - 2022-06-17
Back by popular demand, our second Norwegian Camp, or Sommerleir Hjemmefra! We will explore what life was really like for Bronze Age Vikings through crafts, language learning, and more. You can still watch our videos to get in on the Norwegian summer fun!

2022 Norwegian Ridge Language and Culture Camp – Iron Age Viking Life – Ages 10 & Up
2022-06-13 - 2022-06-17 | Giants of the Earth Heritage Center, 163 W Main, Spring Grove, MN, 55974, United States
Norwegian Ridge Language and Culture Camp is set in scenic Spring Grove, the first Norwegian Settlement in Minnesota.

Students will learn the basics of the Norwegian Language and discover Norway through geography, history, music, and more at our amazing heritage building. Additional learning takes us on tours within the immediate areas in and around our beautiful town.
Students will experience hot homemade traditional Norwegian meals while making new friends in a nurturing and supportive setting.
