Throughout the year we provide our members with many cultural events and activities.
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
https://newswedenpdx.square.site/goatmarket2024
We are also looking for volunteers, so please consider joining us as a volunteer.
December 14, 2024 – Lucia Fest
You are invited to enjoy a beautiful Scandinavian traditional pageant and the joyous music of the season. New Sweden Cultural Heritage hosts the music and performances by:
- The children of The Swedish School of Portland
- Portland Scandinavian Choir
- Vocal soloists
- Oregon’s 2024 Lucia Court
Following the program there will be the customary singing and dancing around the Christmas tree “Ringlekar Runt Julgranen”, a visit from Tomten, glögg, coffee, and traditional baked goods. Because of the church’s size, we will have a limited number of tickets available — ensure you get to go to this once-a-year spectacular event, and buy your tickets in advance!
WHEN: Saturday, December 14th, 2024, 3pm-5pm
WHERE: Moreland Presbyterian Church, 1814 SE Bybee Blvd, Portland, OR 97202
WHO: Community members who would like to learn about the Swedish culture
COST:
Adults (13 & up) – $15
Kids (4-12) – $5
Babies & Toddlers (0-3) – Free
Purchase your tickets online here!
Put these dates in your calendar!
- November 30 – The Goat Market
- December 14 – Lucia Fest
Past Events
Thank you for your support at our previous functions!
- October 27: We offered a cookie baking class for the holidays. We made two very different kinds of cookies- the Drömmar (Swedish Dream Cookies) that melt in your mouth, and the more complicated, special occasion Sara Bernhardt cookies. Our instructor Richard Freimark came from a family of bakers. His grandfather was a chocolatier in Austria, and his father started the largest retail bakery in upstate New York.
- 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.
