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Passport to Other Cultures: France and European Christmas!

This event has passed, but you can still watch the livestream here! This month’s Passport Project country is France! Join local French-American David Costet for a trip to Lyon, France. We will also explore European Christmas Markets. There will also be French cuisine and drinks to add to this immersive experience!  

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Uff Da Norwegian- American Church Service at Wilmington Lutheran Church

Join guest Preacher Rolf Svanoe in this humorous and edifying morning service at Wilmington Church! Elements will be offered in Norwegian, as well as some tongue-in-cheek musical offerings by Kimberly Svanoe, Rachel & David Storlie, and a great message! If you arrive early, you can take an old cemetery history tour (9:15 or so), and

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Old-Time Barn Dance/Concert with Beth & Jon Rotto and Squirrel Tail!

Gather your entire family and join in some old-fashioned fun at the Gray Barn! Renowned Nordic Roots fiddler Beth Rotto and her guitar wielding partner Jon will share tunes and stories about Spring Grove native performer/composer Arnold Munkel–who recorded music at the bars, celebrations, and festivals in Spring Grove back in the day! Opening act

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Giants Adult Heritage Class Sessions

Research ancestors in the Georgia’s Genealogy Library–2nd Floor of Giants • Record your family oral history in our Professional Recording Studio (extra fees) — MUST SIGN UP IN ADVANCE BY CALLING 507-498-5070 • Nordic Stamping Class with Connie Aiello (extra fees) CITY COUNCIL MEETING HALL. • “Julekurver: They’re Not Just for Christmas Anymore!” with Cheryl

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Rebecca Hanna Presentation on Woodcarving: Ale Bowls and Decorative Techniques

Rebecca Hanna is a Vesterheim gold medalist. She has produced works of many kinds, including ale bowls, dragonstil,  kubbestols, acanthus pieces, and figures. In addition, she has honed her skills using svidekor,  kolrosing, and kroting. Rebecca will showcase examples of ale bowls and the decorative techniques she uses at this presentation. Location: Immigrant Hall Donations

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Adult Heritage Weekend with District 5 Sons of Norway, Local Lodges: Open to ALL!

Join us during Uff Da Fest at Giants, as we host members of the District 5 Sons of Norway lodges, as well as our local Valheim lodge and others for a weekend of classes, demonstrations, sight-seeing, entertainment, dining, and revelry during the city’s annual Uff Da Fest celebration! We welcome the general public to attend

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