Winter Newsletter 2019

Featured Photo: Eva Basile, 2018 Lucia Queen of Light 

WWW.NORDICNORTHWEST.ORG 

503.977.0275 

LETTER FROM THE 

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 

My promise to Nordic Northwest’s donors, volunteers and 

members is to use your investment of time, talent and 

treasure wisely. With my grandmother’s strong Swedish blood 

running through my veins I am determined to build upon all 

the remarkable work before me and to realize our vibrant 

future. Through discovery, education and celebration of 

Nordic life, your soul will be enriched; we will deepen and sow 

new connections to enrich our community; and create the 

potential to impact the world. 

ISSUE: WINTER 2019 

I am thrilled to have joined the family 

at Nordic Northwest. I have so much 

appreciation for the warm welcome 

from everyone I met thus far. It is 

reminiscent of my childhood home 

town in Minnesota, where you are 

embraced by the warmth of the Nordic 

community. I look forward to getting 

to know each of you as we work 

collectively to preserve, communicate 

and celebrate Nordic heritage, culture 

and innovation. 

Jodi Lippert, 

Executive Director 

TO OUR VOLUNTEERS: 

Every September we acknowledge our 

top 30 volunteers, calculated by hours 

donated, of the year at our Annual 

Membership & Volunteer Celebration. 

Each individual has put in many hours 

to the betterment of Nordia House, its 

grounds and NNW as an organization. 

We could not do what we do without the 

incredible volunteers who have worked 

with us. Thank you to: 

Dave Alford, David Arciaga, Joben 

Baluyut, Robert Bäsel, Aase Besson, 

Julie Branford, Cherie Briggs, Kirsty 

Dickinson, Robert Evenson, Kristin Farber, 

Ross Fogelquist, Ann Grangaard, Kristi 

Gustafson, Pam Hankins, Sonja Haugen, 

Grethe Larson, Ellie Martin, John Nelson, 

Judy Gervais Perkiomaki, Barb Randall, 

Anita Schnacky, Christine Schulbach, 

Dirk Schulbach, Pirjo Schulbach, Alberta 

Seierstad, Hans Sohlstrom, Christie Stilson, 

Carl Thompson, Marian Thompson 

and Sara Winter. 

LUCIA SCHOLARSHIP 

Congratulations to our 2018 Lucia Queen 

of Light, Eva Basile (featured photo 

above)! Eva was crowned at ScanFair 

and received a $2500 scholarship to 

the college of her choice. This year’s 

runner-up, Grace Pegnone, received 

$1500 and each court member, Laila 

Bozorth, Eryn Clevenger, Victoria Davis, 

Vivian Galindo-Urness and Kaija Shreeve 

received $1000 each. These young 

Nordic women stand out and will serve 

as ambassadors of the Lucia tradition.

NNW SPOTLIGHT 

the 

POLAR 

NIGHT 

During winter in the Arctic Circle many 

places experience a mystical 24 hours 

of darkness. This northern circle includes 

large parts of Greenland, Canada, Alaska 

and all throughout Lapland (home to the 

Sami and spanning northernmost Russia, 

Finland, Sweden and Norway). In Tromsø, 

Norway, the Polar Night can last as long 

as November through January. So, how 

do the Nordics survive this darkness while 

sustaining titles such as the “happiest 

countries in the world?” 

Living through dark cold winters may seem 

like a challenge to those of us who have 

never experienced it but there are several 

different theories on why the mindsets of 

those who live in the North are so positive: 

from the time of regular reindeer herding 

in Lapland to present day Scandinavia, 

winter is a physical season. Sledding, 

skiing (often for your daily commute) and 

skating are only a few of common winter 

activities and residents in this region look 

forward to winter for the possibilities of 

winter sports that it brings. Norwegians 

have a saying, “there’s no such things as 

bad weather, only bad clothes,” which 

encompasses the view of all the Nordic 

countries that we should spend as much 

time outdoors as possible. Having an 

extreme winter that lasts months becomes 

a way of life, something to experience 

rather than to endure. The Polar Night is 

going to come one way or another so it 

might as well be enjoyed! As the darkness 

sets in, so does the custom of lighting 

candles and crafting goods; aurora 

borealis is most visible during the clear 

cold winter nights, and warm drinks and 

gatherings of friends keep people feeling 

joyful. In the Pacific Northwest we don’t 

have 24 hour nights, yet we can still learn 

how to appreciate winter from the folks in 

the Arctic Circle. 

Background image courtesy of Ingvill Montgomery 

Jólabókaflóð 

'Christmas Book Flood' marks the high publishing season 

in Iceland. Gifted books are exchanged on Christmas Eve 

to be read all through the night leading up to Christmas 

day. In November, every household in Iceland receives the 

Bokatidindi, an annual catalog of all the new books available 

that year. Icelanders are known for having astonishing numbers 

of readers and authors and this particular tradition began 

when paper was one of the most affordable imports for the 

country during World War II. Giving books became a tradition 

and now, it’s not a proper christmas if you haven’t given or 

received a book for the holidays. On December 30 th , NNW 

with co-host Taste Life Twice Publishing, hosted our first annual 

Jólabókaflóð with over 20 local authors selling books, the 

Icelandic pop-up dinner group Fimbul providing small bites and 

glögg made with their house-made aquavit, and entertainment 

by musician Amy Hakanson and storyteller Sarah Gilbert! 

Illustration by Anna Brones, annabrones.com 

Award-Winning Glögg Recipe 

Maritha Rufus’ glögg remained undefeated in the Giving 

Tuesday glögg completion. This recipe dates back to her time 

as nanny in the home of the Swedish ambassador to Angola, 

where they would have a big Christmas party and make glögg 

for the Swedish community there. Makes about 1.2 liters, or 

about 5 cups! 

Ambassador's Glögg 

1 bottle (750 mL) red wine (Maritha suggests burgundy) 

1/2 cup vodka 

4-5 pieces of whole cinnamon 

1 small piece of fresh ginger 

1.5 grams of whole cloves (about 20 cloves) 

1/2 teaspoon whole cardamom, crushed 

One small piece of orange rind 

2/3 cup of sugar 

• Start by crushing the cardamom and breaking up the cinnamon 

into small pieces. 

• Put all the spices except the sugar in a container with a lid and 

pour the vodka over. Let the mixture stand overnight. 

• Strain the spices from the vodka. 

• Mix the wine and the vodka in a pot on the stove, and add the 

sugar. Warm until the sugar melts. Do not boil!

NEW AT NNW 

NORDIC 

FINN WARE 

Now at Nordia House! 

The Portland Nordic community will have a new 

permanent shop where you can find imported 

candy, home and cooking wares, and more. Finn 

Ware, out of Astoria, OR, has expanded its offering 

to the new location inside of Nordia House. The shop 

is built into the exhibit hall, where last year’s Finn 

Ware Pop-Up was located. The architecture was 

designed and construction implemented by NNW 

board member, Bob Evenson of Robert Evenson 

Architecture. Thank you to Bob for his generosity. 

Saara Matthews, owner of Finn Ware, is guiding this 

transition. Her father’s grandparents emigrated from 

the west coast of Finland to Astoria, where Matthews 

was raised, and her mother was also Finnish. Saara 

graduated from the University of Oregon with an MA 

and has lived in Germany and Finland. She and her 

husband moved back to Astoria in 1999 to raise their 

family. Matthews purchased Finn Ware in 2010. 

Originally, two sisters with Finnish heritage, Darlene 

and Dorothy, opened Finn Ware in historical Astoria, 

Oregon in November, 1987. It quickly became an 

institution. Finn Ware carries a variety of Nordic 

products which include brands Iittala, Marimekko, 

Ekelund, Royal Copenhagen, Fazer, Marabou, and 

more. Finn Ware is a Nordic gift store for all to enjoy. It 

continues to be traditional yet offer the latest trends. 

Tradition, timeless design and quality is what Finn 

Ware and Nordic Finn Ware strive to provide. 

The shop will operate Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 

4:00 PM and Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM. 

503.741.1103. 

PLUS! Did you catch our new consignment gallery? It's 

featuring three Leroy Setziol carvings for sale. 50% of 

proceeds come back to NNW! Thank you to Monica Setziol- 

Phillips and Robert Bäsel for soliciting these pieces from 

donors Don & Sue Imbrie! 

SCANFEAST RECAP 

& SPONSORSHIP 

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 

ScanFeast 2018 was a huge success. "Trolls, 

Tomtar, Tontut & Nisser, Oh My!” concluded 

in raising $302,475 with a generous match of 

the paddle raise by our Board of Directors. Old 

friends, new friends and new NNW Executive 

Director, Jodi Lippert, came together in support 

of Nordia House. This event was possible 

through the amazing work of our ScanFeast 

co-chairs, Cherie Briggs and Kirsty Dickinson. A 

big thank you to them and the other members 

of the ScanFeast committee: Dave Alford, 

Robert Bäsel, Kristin Farber, Lili Gregerson, 

Lorie Hoffman, Ken Magnuson, Marjo 

Northup, Sue Parker, Christine Schulbach, Dirk 

Schulbach, and Pirjo Schulbach. 

Thank you to our generous 2018 Sponsors: 

Valhalla Title Sponsor: Walter E. Nelson Company; Thor 

Sponsors: Sonja L. Haugen, Priscilla Blumel, John Nelson & 

Susan Raleigh, Colin Ma & Laurie Christensen, George & 

Beverly Nase; Premier Sponsors: Leah Jørgensen Cellars, 

Bruce & Kirsty Dickinson, John & Cherie Briggs, Aase Maja 

Besson; Reception Sponsor:Aase Maja Besson; Silent 

Auction Sponsor: Greg Jacob & Karin Lahti; Super Silent 

Auction Sponsor: Grethe Larson & Jim Mullins and Mullins 

Law Firm; Auctioneer Sponsor: Pirjo & Dirk Schulbach; 

Emcee Sponsors: Sandnäs Cellars and Katariina Lehtonen & 

Ola Harrskog; Program Booklet Sponsor: Columbia Bank; 

Premier Wine Sponsor: Bergström Wines; Reception Wine 

Sponsors: Björnson Vineyard & Johan Vineyards; Reception 

Beer Sponsor: Fortside Brewing Co.; Dessert Wine Sponsor: 

Sandnäs Cellars; and Skål Sponsor: House Spirits Distillery 

FASTELAVN IS BACK ON MARCH 2! 

Each year NNW hosts a Danish Carnival 

celebration, Fastelavn. Traditionally meant 

as a pre-Lent festival, this holiday is a way to 

ward off evil spirits and usher in spring. One 

way of doing this is to "slå katten af tønden," 

or to hit the cat out of the barrel. Families 

gather in costume and children use a bat or 

branches to bash in the candy-filled barrel. 

Crafts are made, including the "fastelavnris" 

a collection of branches decorated with 

feathers, paper and pom poms, and 

traditional treats, "fastelavnsboller," are 

enjoyed. This day has come a long way 

from its religious origins and is likened 

more to Halloween with children begging 

door to door for candy, buns or money 

and singing a traditional song about 

getting buns in their tummies! Thanks 

to Scan|Design Foundation for 

their ongoing support of Danish 

programming! Find the details in the 

calendar on the following pages!

NNW PROGRAMS 

Astoria, courtesy of theoldmotor.com; Maestro 

Mårtensson, courtesy of the artist; Juli Wood, courtesy of 

the artist; Trans-Antarctic Expedition, wikimedia.com. 

1 

2 

3 

4 

JÓLABÓKAFLÓÐ 

DECEMBER 30, 3:30 - 6:30 PM 

Free & Open to the Public 

'Christmas Book Flood' marks the 

high publishing season in Iceland. 

Gifted books are exchanged on 

Christmas Eve to be read all through 

the night leading up to Christmas day. 

Portland will celebrate a few days 

late with a collection of local authors, 

refreshments and holiday fun! 

EXHIBIT: HYGGE 

JANUARY 7 - MARCH 31 


Experience this traveling exhibit 

from The Museum of Danish America 

coming to Nordic Northwest! The 

exhibit is all about the Danish concept 

of “Hygge.” What is Hygge? It’s a 

word that means cozy, comfortable, 

happy, content, and warm. Hygge 

is a true value in Danish culture and 

you’ll find it all over in homes, design 

concepts, clothing, and so much more. 

COOK & EAT: 

JANSSON'S TEMPTATION & 

BRINED HAM 

JANUARY 8, 6:30 PM 

NNW Members: $25 

Non-Members: $30 

Chef James Drinkward of Broder Söder 

will join the Cook and Eat Committee 

to show you how to make the famous 

Swedish potato and anchovy casserole 

alongside a brined ham. 

_1_ FRIDAY NIGHT LECTURE: 

REMEMBERING UNIONTOWN 

JANUARY 11, 7:30 PM 


At PSU, Cramer Hall 171 

Using archival photographs and 

interviews with residents, this video 

traces the history and culture of the 

Finnish community in Astoria, Oregon, 

focusing on Uniontown (sometimes, in 

the old days, called "Finn Town"), the 

community on the west side of Astoria 

where most Finns settled when they 

emigrated from Finland. Presented by 

Arnie Hummasti. Reception to follow 

in the Finnish Room. 

_2_ WORKSHOP: 

FANCY SAMI BRACELETS 

JANUARY 23, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM 

All Tickets: $85 

Get fancy by building new braid 

patterns for the traditional Sami coiled 

wire and reindeer leather bracelet. In 

this workshop you will learn how to do 

a 4-strand braid, then a 5-strand braid 

incorporating strips of leather into the 

braid. With Elentari Handverk. 

FRIDAY NIGHT LECTURE: 

THE DYNAMIC GEOLOGY 

OF NORWAY 

FEBRUARY 1, 7:30 PM 



Scott Burns, Professor Emeritus of 

Engineering Geology at Portland 

State University, has been teaching 

for 48 years. He will be presenting 

on the Norwegian landscape 

accompanied by a slide show. 

Reception to follow in the Finnish 

Room. 

HYGGE MOVIE NIGHT 

FEBRUARY 8, 6:00 - 8:00 PM 

Suggested Donation: $5, 

$10 for families 

A tie-in program to our Hygge exhibit, 

stay tuned for more information about 

this family-friendly film night! 

NEEDLE FELTING WORKSHOP: 

VIKING, GNOME, TOMTE 

FEBRUARY 9, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM 

All Tickets: $39 + Materials 

Join Smart Felt creator Sabrina 

Mauer and create your unique 

version of a Viking or Gnome in just 

a few hours! You will be provided 

with all the supplies, instruction and 

inspiration you need to successfully 

needle felt the figurine of your choice. 

Finished project stands approximately 

2 - 3" tall.


MUSHROOM SCULPTURE 

FEBRUARY 9, 2:00 - 5:00 PM 


Go for realism or whimsy when 

you make your own needle 

felted Amanita Mushroom wool 

sculpture. Learn how to use wool 

roving, curly locks and a barbed 

needle to create this ubiquitous 

mushroom. Hear more about 

the mythology behind this little 

mycelium and it’s influence on our 

culture today . Finished project 

stands 4 - 5" tall with wood base. 


CROSS BODY BAG 

FEBRUARY 10 

10:00 AM - 3:00 PM 


Made from real Pendleton wool, 

this handy little bag is just big 

enough for your essentials. Learn 

traditional floral techniques as you 

needle felt the flaps and trim. Bag 

measures approximately 4" wide 

by 8" tall, with long, adjustable 

strap. 

COOK & EAT: 

PRINSESSTÅRTA 

FEBRUARY 12, 6:30 PM 

SOLD OUT! JOIN OUR WAITLIST 



Kristen Haas will show us how to 

make the lovely traditional Swedish 

Princess Cake called Prinsesstårta. 

This stunning dessert has layers of 

sponge cake with custard, jam, and 

marzipan, topped with a mound of 

whipped cream, and covered with 

bright green marzipan. 

_3_ COMEDY SHOW: 

EXCUSE ME, DOES MY PIANO 

COUNT AT ONE CARRY-ON? 

WITH MAESTRO MÅRTENSSON 

FEBRUARY 23, 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM 

MATINEE TICKETS 



Children under 12: $5 

EVENING TICKETS 



Children under 12: $10 

Join us for a night of musical comedy 

with a Swedish flair! Magnus 

Mårtensson, a Swedish/American 

pianist, presents his acclaimed show! 

Expect laugh out loud comedy and 

exquisite piano music by Grieg, 

Peterson-Berger, a rendition of 

Vivaldi's The Four Sea-sons played 

simultaneously on violin and piano, 

and much more. Critics have called 

this family friendly show both 

“hilarious” and “clever!” 

Arts for All tickets ($5) available 

online. 

_4_ FINLANDIA FOUNDATION 

PERFORMER OF THE YEAR: 

JULI WOOD 

FEBURARY 28, 7:30 PM 

FFCPC & NNW Members: $25 


Current POY for Finlandia Foundation 

National, Juli Wood, is a saxophonist 

who interprets Finnish Folk Songs with 

a jazzy twist! Juli has been playing 

jazz for over 25 years in Chicago and 

has traveled near and far, including 

internationally, to perform sax, vocals 

and original compositions. Finlandia 

Foundation Columbia Pacific Chapter 

welcomes her to Nordia House! 

FRIDAY NIGHT LECTURE: 

TOPIC TBD 

MARCH 1, 7:30 PM 



Join us for the Friday Night Lecture 

Series at PSU. Reception to follow in 

the Finnish Room. 

FASTELAVN 

MARCH 2, 4:00 - 6:00 PM 

Tickets: $5 

Celebrate the Carnival season 

in the Nordic fashion with this 

family-friendly afternoon event! 

Wear a favorite costume and 

make fastelavnris, tree branches 

decorated with string and pom 

poms, plus slå katten af tønden, 

"hit" the cat out of the barrel to 

welcome spring. Sponsored by 

Scan|Design Foundation. 

COOK & EAT: SPRING 2019 

TOPICS TBD 

SAVE THE DATES 

MARCH 12, 6:30 PM 

APRIL 9, 6:30 PM 

MAY 11, 6:30 PM 



Check back soon for ticketing 

information online at www. 

nordicnorthwest.org/cook--eat 

STORYTELLING: 

SHACKLETON’S ANTARCTIC 

NIGHTMARE 

MARCH 15, 7:00 PM 



Hear Lawrence Howard of Portland 

Story Theater tell a new story about 

Ernest Shackleton and the 1914 Trans- 

Antarctic Expedition. Going back to 

the roots of the Armchair Adventurer 

series, for the first time ever Howard 

will tell the harrowing story of the 

Ross Sea Party——those valiant men 

on the other side of the continent who 

gave everything they had to lay down 

the caches of food and fuel along 

the route——caches that, as it turned 

out, Shackleton never used. This is a 

story that speaks to something very 

deep within the human psyche. It’s a 

story of the indomitable power of the 

human spirit. 

NOTE: All events at Nordia 

House unless otherwise noted. 

All dates subject to change. Visit 

www.nordicnorthwest.org for 

updates, details, and tickets. All 

sales are final; no refunds.

NNW STAFF 

Jodi Lippert 

Executive Director 

Sassa Carver 

Events Coordinator 

Christine Beaulieu 

Events Support 

Minna Lindholm 

Rental Coordinator 

Laila Simon 

Programs Coordinator 

Kirstie Opel 

Administrative Assistant 

Doug Webster 

Facilities Coordinator 

Nate Powers 

Facilities Coordinator 

Oscar Hårrskog 

Facilities Assistant 

NNW BOARD 

Mike Nelson 

President 

John Nelson 

Vice President 

Sonja Haugen 

Treasurer 

Kirsty Dickinson 

Secretary 

Anton Akervall 

John Bergström 

Kim Bergenser 

Aase Besson 

Dana Bjarnason 

Bob Evenson 

Ross Fogelquist, Emeritus 

Greg Jacob 

Leah Jørgensen Jean 

Grethe Larson 

Katariina Lehtonen 

Ralph Tuomi 

Tim Wahlberg 

BRODER STAFF 

James Drinkward 

Head Chef 

David Narlock 

Café Manager 

Casey Currier 

Catering Director 

FINN WARE STAFF 

Saara Matthews 

Owner 

Marjo Northrup 

Robert Lang 

Sales Associates 

COMMUNITY NEWS 

BIRTHDAY WISHES TO: 

NNW Founder, Johanna Fedde, on her 100th birthday on February 5, 2019! You are invited to 

attend, NNW Founder, Johanna Fedde’s 100th Birthday Celebration on February 5, 2019. The 

event will be an open house from 2 to 4 pm at West Hills Village, 5711 SW Multnomah Blvd, 

Portland. Please RSVP to info@nordicnorthwest.org or call 503.977.0275. 

SCANDINAVIAN OF THE YEAR: JEFF KLEIN 

The prestigious Scandinavian of the Year award is given to one individual each year by 

Nordic Northwest to recognize outstanding achievements and public service in the Nordic 

community. This year’s recipient is Jeff Klein, a man nominated several times before, and this 

year by the Nobel and Harmoni VASA Lodges, New Sweden Cultural Heritage Society, and 

the Swedish Society Linnea. Jeff’s lifelong involvement in our Scandinavian community began 

with his grandparents Frank & Svea Lovgren, who emigrated from Sweden, and his beloved 

mother Elsie Nordby. No stranger to the stage, Jeff brings energy and warmth to NNW’s 

biggest festivals of the year, Midsummer and ScanFair, by acting as their talented emcee. 

Jeff, we are all lucky to have you in our lives! Congratulations to our nominees: Alice Iverson, 

Christina Sallee, Pirjo Schulbach, and the Schulbachs. 

PRESIDENT'S AWARD: CHERIE BRIGGS 

Congratulations to Cherie Briggs, recipient of NNW’s President’s Award for 2018! In bestowing 

this award, the President of the NNW Board recognizes a member of the community for their 

impact and achievements in aiding NNW. Cherie has donated an incredible number of 

hours and unquantifiable amount of energy to multiple NNW events this year and in years 

past—from stage managing at Midsummer and ScanFair to organizing the Vintage Sale 

to Co-Chairing the ScanFeast Auction & Gala in the fall. Cherie’s dedication has provided 

NNW with vital fundraising that keeps our cultural events and programs running at Nordia 

House and elsewhere throughout the year. Cherie co-chaired ScanFeast again this year with 

long-time NNW supporter and Board Member Kirsty Dickinson, and Kirsty says of their time 

together: “Cherie gives her heart and soul to every event we work on together for NNW. She 

has endless energy and makes it so much fun you forget you’re working. Her enthusiasm 

is contagious. NNW is blessed to have Cherie as a devoted selfless member.” Cherie, we 

couldn’t agree more! 

BORIS SIRPO PIANO RESTORATION 

This fall, Artisan Piano repaired and replaced much of the internal workings of the Boris 

Sirpo Piano. They did not refinish the exterior, because the piano’s original patina is still in 

perfect condition. With the internal repair, the piano is considered concert level. The piano 

was donated to us by Gretchen Sirpo Clarke & Dianne Graham, relatives of Boris Sirpo. The 

restoration was made possible by a grant from Finlandia Foundation National and matching 

gifts from our local Finlandia Foundation and other generous donors. 

ASTORIA SCANDINAVIAN PARK 

Astoria, a town known for its Nordic roots, is seeking to commemorate the Nordic immigrant 

experience and the contributions of Finns, Norwegians, Swedes and Danes to the fabric of 

the North Coast community. The Astoria Scandinavian Heritage Association (ASHA) has raised 

monies for the design phase of the park (background image) that will be located between 

15 th and 16 th Streets on Marine Drive. The park is between the Columbia River Maritime 

Museum and the old Ferry landing. Find out more at www.astoriascanpark.org. 

WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST MEMBERS! 

Soren & Judy Andersen, Paul Anderson & Family, Mark and Courtnee Averskog, Devota Avery, David 

and Linda Barber, Laura Barber, David & Diana Bower, Margareta Bromander, Jeremy Cannell, Ted & 

Wendy Carlson, Susan Carlstrand, Joyce Christensen, Amy Cissell, Ben Colley, Patsy Cooper, Elizabeth 

Davidson, Carlo de Marco, Carol Dumond, Peter R. Field, Cindy Garreton, Orrin & Betty Granlund, 

Chaney Harter, Roy & Cindy Heikkala, Karen Hightower, Gwyn Hilden & Jeffery Swift, Catherine Hood, 

Charles Jacobs, Sally Ann Kamman, Lora Keenan & Ian Whitlock, Carin Landgren, Maureen Maloney, 

Melissa Marcus, Karli Merkens, Mark & Louise Merkens, Virginia Michel, Dale & Linda Newton, Tara 

Pedersen, Linda Peterson, Charles & Ruth Poindexter, Cathie & Nick Potts, Cody Prouty, Kim Rice & 

Family, Debra Schulstad-Foster, Peter Shafer, Kathy Solheim, Teija Springman, Susan Strom, Haley 

Swanson, Jackie & Steven Thomas, Eileen Threefoot, Hillie & Hans Timmermans, Frank Turner, Cynthia 

Willke, and Erika Wong

All memberships include our quarterly newsletter, advanced ticketing, access 

to our archives, invitations to members-only events, and discounts on select 

programs. More information at www.nordicnorthwest.org/membership. 

BASIC LEVEL MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS: 

BASIC OR SENIOR ($30) Discount on one ticket per event. 

SENIOR COUPLE ($40) Discount on two tickets per event. 

FAMILY ($60) Discount on up to 4 tickets per event. 

SUPPORTING ($120) Discount on up to 4 tickets per event, 

plus 2 comp. tickets to Midsummer or ScanFair. 

NNW is a 501(c)(3) non-profit 

organization under Oregon 

law, tax ID #93-090-1132. Please 

consult with your financial 

advisor to determine the 

appropriate tax-deductible 

amount of your membership 

in accordance with IRS tax 

regulations. 

NORSE GOD MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS: 

THOR MEMBERSHIP ($250) Supporting Membership benefits, plus: 1 comp. ticket to a Nordic Business Council 

Luncheon, and listing in our donor recognition in our annual report. 

ODIN MEMBERSHIP ($500) Thor Membership benefits, plus: inclusion for one year in our Annual Donor 

Recognition list at Nordia House and invitations to an Annual President’s Reception. 

FREYA MEMBERSHIP ($1000) Odin Membership benefits, plus: 1 comp. ticket to ScanFeast, 1 free family 

membership to gift a friend, and a once annual 15% rental discount at Nordia House (weddings excluded). 

VIKING CIRCLE MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS: 

BRONZE VIKING ($2500) Freya Membership benefits, plus: 1 additional complimentary ticket to ScanFeast 

(total of two at this level), invitations to Bronze Viking Circle events, including a complimentary reception 

with an artist or curator, and a once annual 25% rental discount at Nordia House (weddings excluded). 

SILVER VIKING ($5000) Bronze Viking Membership benefits, plus: 2 additional complimentary tickets to 

ScanFeast (total of 4 at this level), invitations to Silver Viking Circle events, including VIP reception for you 

and up to 9 guests (10 total participants) with a visiting artist or curator, and a once annual 50% rental 

discount at Nordia House (weddings excluded). 

GOLD VIKING ($7500) Silver Viking Membership benefits, plus: 1 comp. use of Nordia House for an event of 

your choice (weddings excluded), invitations to Gold Viking Circle Events, 10 pairs of comp. tickets per year 

to select events that are sponsored by Nordia House (ScanFeast and co-sponsored events excluded). 

MEMBERSHIP FORM: 

NEW ADDRESS 

NAME(S) ______________________________________________________________ GOLD VIKING $7500 

HERITAGE OR ASSOCIATION ______________________________________________ SILVER VIKING $5000 

ADDRESS ___________________________________________________________________ BRONZE VIKING $2500 

CITY _____________________________________ STATE _____ ZIP ___________________ 

FREYA $1000 

PHONE ______________________________ BIRTHDAY(S) ___________________________ 

ODIN $500 

EMAIL _______________________________________________________________________ 

THOR $250 

CIRCLE PAYMENT TYPE: VISA / MASTERCARD / AMEX / CHECK / CASH 

SUPPORTING $120 

CARD # _____________________________________________________________________ 

FAMILY $60 

EXP. DATE ______________________ SEC. CODE ________________________________ 

SENIOR COUPLE $40 * 

MEMBERSHIP AMOUNT: ___________________________________________________________ 

ADDITIONAL DONATION (OPTIONAL): ______________________________________________ BASIC / SENIOR $30 

TOTAL ENCLOSED / TO CHARGE: __________________________________________________ STUDENT FREE ** 

Make your check payable to NNW, and mail this form to: Nordic Northwest, 8800 SW Oleson 

Rd. Portland, OR 97223 or join/renew online at www.nordicnorthwest.org/membership. 

ANNUAL LEVELS: 

* Senior couple beginning at 62 

** 16-23 years old w/ student ID

EXHIBITS & EVENT NEWS 

HYGGE 

Coming to Nordia House January 7, 2019 

What is hygge? It’s a concept that means cozy, comfortable, happy, content, and warm. The influence of this 

true Danish value can be found in coffee shops, design concepts, clothing, home décor, and so much more 

all around the world. Hygge truly shines in the winter with warm fires, cozy socks, and comfy blankets. So 

this winter, we’re getting cozy here at Nordia House! We have a beautiful poster exhibit from The Museum of 

Danish America that explains everything you need to know about hygge. We are also creating a comfy hygge 

corner where you can sit under twinkle lights and sip Water Avenue’s Broder Blend coffee, get cozy on our 

couch, and add your personal touch to our Nordic Northwest knitting and crochet hygge project! Mark your 

calendars on February 8 th for a hygge movie night with warm drinks and a warm atmosphere. 

2018 

SCANFAIR 

RECAP 

More than 7,000 guests and volunteers celebrated the sights, sounds, tastes 

and traditions of a Nordic Christmas this year at ScanFair, our 34 th Annual 

Christmas Market at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum. ScanFair has been 

growing steadily since moving the event to the Rose Quarter six years ago, 

with changes to the floor plan this year, we were able to accomodate a 

dozen new vendors and more space for visitors. When the doors opened on 

December 1, there were over 90 vendors putting the final touches on their 

festive booths. The smell of delicious Nordic food was wafting through the hall, 

from æbleskiver and krumkake to lefse and meatballs, while happy guests of 

all ages were crafting gifts and decorations in the Pippi Longstocking craft 

room, roaming the booths and (for some) sipping on Nordic spirits. With an 

annual raffle, live entertainment, Nordic character scavenger hunt, crowning 

of the Official 2018 Lucia of Oregon, and many informational as well as craft 

booths, there was, and always is, something for everyone! 

A very big thank you to the ScanFair committee: event planning - Sassa Carver, 

entertainment - Christie Stilson, social media - Kristin Farber, children’s craft 

room - Sara Winter, NNW Viking Ship - Dave Alford, publicity & transportation 

- Robert Bäsel, accounting - Carol DeSau and Christine Schulbach, NNW table 

- Aase Besson, raffle - Mike Malmberg & Christine Beaulieu, Joulupukki photo 

booth - Katariina Lehtonen, New Sweden liaison & fiber arts - Kristi Gustafson, 

Masters of Ceremony - Jeff Klein and Dr. Scott Burns and all our amazing 

volunteers. We could not do it without their help! 

8800 SW Oleson Rd 

Portland OR 97223 

503.977.0275 

www.nordicnorthwest.org 

info@nordicnorthwest.org 

Nordic Northwest is a nonprofit organization focused 

on the five Nordic nations: Denmark, Finland, Iceland, 

Norway and Sweden. The mission of Nordic Northwest 

is to preserve, communicate and celebrate Nordic 

culture, heritage and innovation. 

Follow us @nordicnorthwest, or find us using #nordicnorthwest and #nordiahouse

Winter Newsletter 2019

Create successful ePaper yourself

Delete template?

Save as template?