Throughout the year we provide our members with many cultural events and activities.
September 28 – Orienteering
Come out to beautiful Catherine Creek on Saturday, September 28th to enjoy the last orienteering event of the 2024 season. This fan favorite is located in Washington across the river from the town of Hood River with impressive views of the Columbia River Gorge. Whether you want to head out on your own or join other New Sweden members, all experience levels are encouraged to join this fun event. This year the Catherine Creek event will be part of the Columbia River Orienteering Club Mt. Hood Daze, but New Sweden is participating in the event on September 28th only. The last day for registration will be Thursday, September 26th. Click on this link for more information. Catherine Creek
Please reach out to Tanaka Axberg at tanakaaxberg@gmail.com or (714) 656-7837 if you would like to join.
November 30, 2024 – The Scandinavian Christmas Goat Market
New Sweden is proud to host their 3rd Annual Scandinavian Christmas Goat Market, on Saturday, November 30, at the historic Norse Hall in Portland, Oregon. Scandinavian Christmas Goat Market – New Sweden
Guests will get in the holiday spirit (julstämning) as they:
WANDER through 30+ vendors selling an array of Nordic goods
TASTE the Nordic foods they cherish
CREATE Jule goat crafts in the free kids area
LISTEN to live entertainment
EXPLORE the huge LEGO Christmas display
LOCATION
Norse Hall, Portland, OR
111 NE 11th Ave
Portland, OR 97232
http://www.norsehall.org/
PRICES
Adult (ages 16+) – $8.00
Children (ages 3-15) – $4.00
Children (2 and under) – FREE
TICKET SALES will be announced soon.
We are also looking for volunteers, so please consider joining us as a volunteer.
Put these dates in your calendar!
November 30 – The Goat Market
December 7 & 8 – Scan Fair
December 14 – Lucia Celebration
Past Events
Thank you for your support at our previous functions!
- August 17: We celebrated Kraftskiva, a cherished Swedish tradition. Our celebration included crayfish and good company. We had a delightful spread of fresh crayfish, tasty sides, and refreshing drinks.
- June 15: We had an event with the League of Swedish Societies. The 97th Annual Portland Midsummer Festival at Oak’s Park! This was one of the oldest official Oregon Heritage Traditions! There was music and of course the Majstång.
- May 25: We had a special celebration for the 25th anniversary of Swedish Roots in Oregon. There was an informative program and refreshments provided. Thank you to the West Hills Unitarian Fellowship Hall.
- May 17 – We had a birthday party for the one and only Ross Fogelquist! This celebration had cake and drinks. It was also Norwegian Constitution Day! Thank you to the Oslo Lounge at Norse Hall!
- May 5 – Valborg was a fun success! We partnered with the local Finnish groups, where guests enjoyed music and korv! Well, the Finns call it “Makkara” 😉
- March 24 – We held our Annual Member’s Meeting in Lake Oswego and celebrated a Swedish Easter with brunch and good company. Our President gave a speech recapping 2023 and looking forward to 2024. Ross gave a speech about our 35th anniversary. Wow, 35 years of sharing Swedish culture. Then Jimmy showed a video of the 15 Best Places to Visit in Sweden. Thank you to everyone who attended, and to the Lundin family for hosting.
