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SUMMARY:GALLERY TOURS | A TIME FOR EVERYTHING
DESCRIPTION:On view from October 18\, 2025 to February 14\, 2026 at Scandinavia House\, A Time for Everything\, a group exhibition of internationally acclaimed Nordic artists — all of whom have presented work in the Scandinavia House Galleries over the past 25 years — will underscore the vision of the Scandinavia House Galleries as a steward for new and established Nordic voices in the contemporary artistic landscape\, and for promoting the exchange of ideas and culture between the United States and Nordic region. \nIn this guided tour by Eve O’Shea\, ASF’s Exhibitions and Cultural Programs Assistant and assistant curator of the exhibition\, learn about the artists in this exhibition and their works. \nThese free\, 35-minute public tours meet in the Gallery elevator lobby. Gallery tours are subject to change; please check with the Scandinavia House front desk or email info@amscan.org. \nRegister
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/gallery-tours-a-time-for-everything/2026-01-14/
LOCATION:Scandinavia House\, 58 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT — SENTIMENTAL VALUE | NORDIC & BALTIC OSCAR CONTENDERS
DESCRIPTION:*This event is now sold out.* \nOn January 14\, Scandinavia House presents a special screening featuring Norway’s official entry for Best International Feature Film at the 98th Academy Awards: the poignant drama Sentimental Value\, followed by a filmmaker panel featuring director Joachim Trier! \nSentimental Value\nDir. Joachim Trier | Norway\, 2025 | 134 min\nIn Norwegian with English subtitles \n“The best film of the year” (Vogue) —Sisters Nora (Renate Reinsve) and Agnes (Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas) reunite with their estranged father\, the charismatic Gustav (Stellan Skarsgård\, in a remarkable performance)\, a once-renowned director who offers stage actress Nora a role in what he hopes will be his comeback film. When she declines\, Gustav casts an up-and-coming young Hollywood star (Elle Fanning) instead\, forcing the family to confront long-buried tensions as the striving outsider becomes entangled in their fraught dynamic. \nWith Sentimental Value\, Danish-Norwegian auteur Joachim Trier follows his critically acclaimed The Worst Person in the World (2021) with a magnetic comedy-drama about legacy\, art\, and the performances that bind—and divide—families. Trier’s insightful and captivating adult drama\, which won the Grand Prix at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival\, furthers the writer-director’s piercing exploration of the frayed ties that bind us to one another and to our creative selves. \n“A transcendent\, moving masterpiece” (IndieWire) \nRegister \n 
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/sentimental-value/
LOCATION:Scandinavia House\, 58 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Films
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SUMMARY:WATER-BASED PAINTING
DESCRIPTION:This series offers a gentle introduction to the tactile qualities of materials such as paper\, pastel\, paint\, graphite pencil\, and ink. Participants will explore the unique characteristics of various tools and surfaces\, learning simple techniques to get started and discover inspiration—whether drawn from the inner world or the world around us. The focus is on the process of making: approaching art as a meditative\, exploratory practice. Together\, we’ll experiment\, play\, and pay close attention to what unfolds on the page\, moment by moment. There are no expectations for finished pieces or specific outcomes —the class itself is the experience and the goal. Each session will close with a supportive group reflection\, where we’ll share and appreciate each other’s progress\, process\, and discoveries. \nIn this course\, students will explore and experiment with water-based colored paint and water using brushes on paper. \nThe series can be experienced as a complete progression or as individual\, standalone classes. Participation is limited to 12 students. \nPurchase Tickets
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/water-based-painting-2/
LOCATION:Scandinavia House\, 58 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T193000
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SUMMARY:NORDIC IN NYC\, ESTABLISHED AND NEW(ER)
DESCRIPTION:Organized by ASF with Susan Chin of DesignConnects\, in collaboration with the American Institute of Architects New York\, and American Institute of Architects Continental Europe\, Nordic American Connections: Conversations on Architecture and Design is a 4-part series that presents prominent architects\, critics and scholars to reflect on Scandinavian and Nordic design’s enduring impact in shaping modern American design since the 19th century. \nWith renewed interest in the Nordic tradition and its resilient building strategies for climate action and wellbeing\, contemporary architects and designers\, both Nordic and American\, remain strong contributors to the American landscape with award-winning projects reflecting cross cultural influences. The series continues in 2026 on Thursday\, January 15\, 2026\, with Nordic in NYC\, Established and New(er) at Scandinavia House in New York City. The panel will highlight leading architecture and design firms in New York City\, representing a unique vision while sharing a commitment to values that guide contemporary architecture. These firms embody the continuing influence of Nordic design principles —centering human comfort\, social equity and welfare\, environmental responsibility\, natural material and handcraft— within a global context. \nParticipants include Matthew Lister Managing Director at Gehl Americas\, Anne-Rachel Schiffmann\, Architect and Interior Architecture Discipline Director out of Snøhetta’s New York office\, and Steven Holl of STEVEN HOLL ARCHITECTS. \nTickets are now available HERE. \nThe series continues this spring with discussions on March 19\, and May 14\, 2026. Purchase a series pass here.  \nAIANY Continuing Education Credits are approved for this session; attendees receive 1.5 Learning Units | 1.5 HSW credits. To receive the credits\, please ask to sign the AIANY student form at check-in.  \n\n \n 
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/nordic-in-nyc-established-and-newer/
LOCATION:Scandinavia House\, 58 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT — YOUR FIRST KNITTING PROJECT
DESCRIPTION:*This program is now sold out.* \nNow that you’ve learned the basics of knitting – or you want to hone your skills – you are invited to join us for a weekly knitting group in January. You’ll choose from three simple patterns\, choose and buy your own yarn\, needles\, and notions\, and we’ll get started on the first day! \nJoin a small group to make something from start to finish\, with guidance and feedback from experienced knitter Hilary Snell. Enjoy stretching your brain with a new skill while engaging in the social bonding that only crafts can provide. Plus\, there will be snacks! Class size is limited to 12 people. \nBefore arriving for class\, please choose and purchase the according materials for your respective project. (Projects are pictured on banner image) PLEASE NOTE: Students will receive 10% off their purchase at Knitty City (208 West 79th Street) upon showing their Scandinavia House class receipt. \nWrist warmers: Chunky wool yarn – 110 yards. Color(s) of your choice. US size 11 straight needles. \nChunky hat: Approximately 100 yards of any chunky wool yarn. Color(s) of your choice. US size 10 circular needle 16 inches long (from tip to tip) and 4 double pointed bamboo needles US size 10. \nWashcloth: Any DK weight cotton yarn. US size 4 straight needles. \nPS. Chunky yarn is also called bulky yarn! \nStudents should also bring a tapestry needle\, scissors and some kind of bag to carry their project back and forth from home. \nABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR: \nHilary Snell\, a longtime visitor services staff member of Scandinavia House\, is of English\, Scottish\, and Irish descent\, and loves everything about Nordic culture. She was taught to knit by her grandmother and mother when she was eight years old and took it up again in her late 20s\, and has been knitting ever since. She enjoys sharing her love of the craft and of fiber arts in general. See her work at: https://www.instagram.com/lockwoodknits/
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/your-first-knitting-project-learn-to-knit-with-hilary-snell-2/2026-01-17/
LOCATION:Scandinavia House\, 58 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T193000
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SUMMARY:SWEDISH 1.2 — ENROLLMENT OPEN
DESCRIPTION:Learn the Nordic languages in classes offered at Scandinavia House\, held in-person and virtually! This course builds upon Swedish 1.1 or its equivalent. Students will learn sentence structure in sentences with more than one verb\, placement of adverbs\, plural endings\, conjugation of adjectives\, objective and possessive pronouns\, and the past tense. Various cultural aspects will also be highlighted during the course. This class will take place as hybrid learning\, with classes offered at Scandinavia House and online via Zoom. \nThis hybrid class will be held both in-person and via Zoom; in-person attendance for the first four classes is highly recommended. Classes take place on Mondays from 6:00–7:30 PM beginning January 19 through June 15. \nAt the end of the semester students will know: \n• How to structure sentences with more than one verb\n• The conjugation of adjectives\n• The past tense \nAnd be able to: \n• Talk about themselves and what they do in their day \n*Please note that there will be no classes on the following dates:\nFebruary 16 (Presidents’ Day); March 30\, April 6\, and April 13 (Spring Break); May 11 (Mother’s Day Weekend); May 25 (Memorial Day); and June 8.* \nPrerequisite: Swedish 1.1 or equivalent; instructions for remote learning will be emailed upon registration. For questions about language levels\, please contact Ingrid Kullberg-Bendz. Tuition is $675 ($607.50 ASF Members); 22.5 hours total class time. \nEnroll
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/swedish-1-2-enrollment-open/2026-01-19/
LOCATION:Scandinavia House\, 58 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T200000
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SUMMARY:SAUNA LOST IN TRANSLATION: RESTORING FINNISHNESS TO A GLOBAL TRADITION
DESCRIPTION:Join us on January 20 for a talk with Finlandia Foundation’s Lecturer of the Year Eero Kilpi on advancing sauna culture and Finnish tradition in North America and beyond! \nKilpi’s lecture\, “Sauna Lost in Translation: Restoring Finnishness to a Global Tradition\,” traces the evolution of global sweat bathing cultures—from Lakota sweat lodges to early Nordic sauna—and examines how Finnish traditions can reclaim their central role in today’s rapidly expanding sauna movement. \nDrawing on two decades of work with the North American Sauna Society\, Eero unpacks what happened when the ancient Finnish practice arrived in North America and morphed into what he calls the “hotbox phenomenon.” He explains how a wellness trend focused on heat\, hardware\, and health fads often stripped sauna of its spirit\, ritual\, and deeper mental-emotional benefits. \nWith humor\, clarity\, and lived experience as a Finn who has spent more than half his life in North America\, Eero offers “hot takes” on where sauna culture went astray—and how returning to traditional principles can restore its meaning. He argues that when we root the practice in its cultural and spiritual foundations\, everyone can experience the most authentic and profoundly restorative sauna possible. \nRegister
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/sauna-lost-in-translation/
LOCATION:Scandinavia House\, 58 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T173000
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SUMMARY:GRAPHITE ON PAPER
DESCRIPTION:This workshop series for adults offers a gentle introduction to the tactile qualities of materials such as paper\, pastel\, paint\, graphite pencil\, and ink. Participants will explore the unique characteristics of various tools and surfaces\, learning simple techniques to get started and discover inspiration—whether drawn from the inner world or the world around us. The focus is on the process of making: approaching art as a meditative\, exploratory practice. Together\, we’ll experiment\, play\, and pay close attention to what unfolds on the page\, moment by moment. There are no expectations for finished pieces or specific outcomes —the class itself is the experience and the goal. Each session will close with a supportive group reflection\, where we’ll share and appreciate each other’s progress\, process\, and discoveries. \nIn this course\, students will explore and experiment with using graphite pencils on paper. \nThe series can be experienced as a complete progression or as individual\, standalone classes. Participation is limited to 12 students. *Please note: this workshop is for ages 20+.* \nPurchase Tickets
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/graphite-on-paper/
LOCATION:Scandinavia House\, 58 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T203000
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SUMMARY:SONGS FROM HOME | Album Release Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join sibling duo Skúli and Sæunn on January 22 for an evening celebrating their new album\, Songs from Home\, on Better Company Records. This concert brings Icelandic lullabies\, folk melodies\, and beloved tunes into a fresh light through understated arrangements for guitar and cello. Each piece reflects the music they grew up with\, how family memories shaped them\, long winters\, and the poetry of Iceland’s unique landscapes. \nWith Skúli’s grounded presence from Boston’s vibrant music scene and Sæunn’s expressive\, Grammy-nominated playing\, their interpretations feel unhurried and personal\, almost like being welcomed into their living room. Expect a night shaped by nostalgia\, easy warmth\, and the quiet power of music rooted in home. \n\nRegister \n\n 
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/songs-from-home-album-release-celebration/
LOCATION:Scandinavia House\, 58 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T140000
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT — YOUR FIRST KNITTING PROJECT
DESCRIPTION:*This program is now sold out.* \nNow that you’ve learned the basics of knitting – or you want to hone your skills – you are invited to join us for a weekly knitting group in January. You’ll choose from three simple patterns\, choose and buy your own yarn\, needles\, and notions\, and we’ll get started on the first day! \nJoin a small group to make something from start to finish\, with guidance and feedback from experienced knitter Hilary Snell. Enjoy stretching your brain with a new skill while engaging in the social bonding that only crafts can provide. Plus\, there will be snacks! Class size is limited to 12 people. \nBefore arriving for class\, please choose and purchase the according materials for your respective project. (Projects are pictured on banner image) PLEASE NOTE: Students will receive 10% off their purchase at Knitty City (208 West 79th Street) upon showing their Scandinavia House class receipt. \nWrist warmers: Chunky wool yarn – 110 yards. Color(s) of your choice. US size 11 straight needles. \nChunky hat: Approximately 100 yards of any chunky wool yarn. Color(s) of your choice. US size 10 circular needle 16 inches long (from tip to tip) and 4 double pointed bamboo needles US size 10. \nWashcloth: Any DK weight cotton yarn. US size 4 straight needles. \nPS. Chunky yarn is also called bulky yarn! \nStudents should also bring a tapestry needle\, scissors and some kind of bag to carry their project back and forth from home. \nABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR: \nHilary Snell\, a longtime visitor services staff member of Scandinavia House\, is of English\, Scottish\, and Irish descent\, and loves everything about Nordic culture. She was taught to knit by her grandmother and mother when she was eight years old and took it up again in her late 20s\, and has been knitting ever since. She enjoys sharing her love of the craft and of fiber arts in general. See her work at: https://www.instagram.com/lockwoodknits/
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/your-first-knitting-project-learn-to-knit-with-hilary-snell-2/2026-01-24/
LOCATION:Scandinavia House\, 58 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T210000
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SUMMARY:WEATHER CLOSURE
DESCRIPTION:Scandinavia House will be closed on Sunday\, January 25 and Monday\, January 26 due to inclement weather. This includes Björk Café and Bistro\, the Shop at Scandinavia House\, the Galleries\, Children’s Center and Offices at Scandinavia House. \nThe building will reopen with normal hours on Tuesday\, January 27. This includes the galleries\, restaurant\, shop\, and Children’s Center. \nSee you after the storm!
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/weather-closure-2/
LOCATION:Scandinavia House\, 58 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T193500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T213500
DTSTAMP:20260404T074539
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T184633Z
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SUMMARY:SWEDISH 1.1 — ENROLLMENT OPEN
DESCRIPTION:Learn the Nordic languages in classes offered at Scandinavia House\, held in-person and virtually! This course is for absolute beginners. \nIn this course students will learn vocabulary\, the very basics of Swedish structure and pronunciation while also discussing some quirks of Swedish life. No prerequisites necessary. \nThis hybrid class will be held both in-person and via Zoom; in-person attendance for the first four classes is highly recommended. Classes take place on Mondays from 7:35–9:35 PM beginning January 26 through June 22. \nAt the end of the semester students will know: \n• Sentence structure in statements and questions\n• How to greet people\n• Numbers and how to tell time \nAnd be able to: \n• Talk about themselves and what they do in their day \n*Please note that there will be no classes on the following dates:\nFebruary 16 (Presidents’ Day); March 30\, April 6\, and April 13 (Spring Break); May 11 (Mother’s Day Weekend); May 25 (Memorial Day); June 8.* \nNo prerequisites required; instructions for remote learning will be emailed upon registration. For questions about language levels\, please contact the instructor Ingrid Kullberg-Bendz. Tuition is $700 ($630 ASF Members); 30 hours total class time. \nRegister
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/swedish-1-1-enrollment-open/2026-01-26/
LOCATION:Scandinavia House\, 58 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074539
CREATED:20250923T215109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T213048Z
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SUMMARY:GALLERY TOURS | A TIME FOR EVERYTHING
DESCRIPTION:On view from October 18\, 2025 to February 14\, 2026 at Scandinavia House\, A Time for Everything\, a group exhibition of internationally acclaimed Nordic artists — all of whom have presented work in the Scandinavia House Galleries over the past 25 years — will underscore the vision of the Scandinavia House Galleries as a steward for new and established Nordic voices in the contemporary artistic landscape\, and for promoting the exchange of ideas and culture between the United States and Nordic region. \nIn this guided tour by Eve O’Shea\, ASF’s Exhibitions and Cultural Programs Assistant and assistant curator of the exhibition\, learn about the artists in this exhibition and their works. \nThese free\, 35-minute public tours meet in the Gallery elevator lobby. Gallery tours are subject to change; please check with the Scandinavia House front desk or email info@amscan.org. \nRegister
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/gallery-tours-a-time-for-everything/2026-01-28/
LOCATION:Scandinavia House\, 58 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074539
CREATED:20251204T154758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T191655Z
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SUMMARY:INK AND WATER
DESCRIPTION:This workshop series for adults offers a gentle introduction to the tactile qualities of materials such as paper\, pastel\, paint\, graphite pencil\, and ink. Participants will explore the unique characteristics of various tools and surfaces\, learning simple techniques to get started and discover inspiration—whether drawn from the inner world or the world around us. The focus is on the process of making: approaching art as a meditative\, exploratory practice. Together\, we’ll experiment\, play\, and pay close attention to what unfolds on the page\, moment by moment. There are no expectations for finished pieces or specific outcomes —the class itself is the experience and the goal. Each session will close with a supportive group reflection\, where we’ll share and appreciate each other’s progress\, process\, and discoveries. \nIn this course\, students will explore and experiment with using ink and water on paper across various techniques. \nThe series can be experienced as a complete progression or as individual\, standalone classes. Participation is limited to 12 students. *Please note: this workshop is for ages 20+.* \nPurchase Tickets
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/ink-and-water-2/
LOCATION:Scandinavia House\, 58 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T203000
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SUMMARY:DOWN AND OUT IN UTOPIA WITH KELLY MCKOWEN & ELLEN CUSHING
DESCRIPTION:On January 29\, join us for a talk on Down and Out in Utopia with cultural anthropologist & ASF Fellow Kelly McKowen! With The Atlantic writer Ellen Cushing\, McKowen will discuss his research into the experiences of unemployment in social democratic welfare systems\, the topic of his forthcoming Down and Out in Utopia: Unemployment as Moral Education in Norway from University of Toronto Press. \nBased on more than a year of fieldwork among a diverse cast of unemployed in Oslo\, Down and Out in Utopia offers unparalleled insight into life without work in one of the world’s wealthiest and most egalitarian countries. Though both Norway and the United States measure unemployment rates\, McKowen argues\, the everyday experience of unemployment is very different in a society with a social democratic welfare system\, and so too are the lessons that being unemployed teaches people about government\, work\, welfare\, taxes\, freedom\, and belonging. \nRegister
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/down-and-out-in-utopia-with-kelly-mckowen/
LOCATION:Scandinavia House\, 58 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074539
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SUMMARY:Gallery Closure — Nationwide Shutdown
DESCRIPTION:The Scandinavia House Galleries will be closed today\, January 30\, for the nationwide shutdown. \nOther spaces in the building including Björk Cafe & Bistro\, the Shop\, and the Children’s Center will remain open. The Galleries will reopen with normal hours on Saturday\, January 31. \n 
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/nationwide_shutdown/
LOCATION:Scandinavia House\, 58 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074539
CREATED:20251106T220608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T184902Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT — YOUR FIRST KNITTING PROJECT
DESCRIPTION:*This program is now sold out.* \nNow that you’ve learned the basics of knitting – or you want to hone your skills – you are invited to join us for a weekly knitting group in January. You’ll choose from three simple patterns\, choose and buy your own yarn\, needles\, and notions\, and we’ll get started on the first day! \nJoin a small group to make something from start to finish\, with guidance and feedback from experienced knitter Hilary Snell. Enjoy stretching your brain with a new skill while engaging in the social bonding that only crafts can provide. Plus\, there will be snacks! Class size is limited to 12 people. \nBefore arriving for class\, please choose and purchase the according materials for your respective project. (Projects are pictured on banner image) PLEASE NOTE: Students will receive 10% off their purchase at Knitty City (208 West 79th Street) upon showing their Scandinavia House class receipt. \nWrist warmers: Chunky wool yarn – 110 yards. Color(s) of your choice. US size 11 straight needles. \nChunky hat: Approximately 100 yards of any chunky wool yarn. Color(s) of your choice. US size 10 circular needle 16 inches long (from tip to tip) and 4 double pointed bamboo needles US size 10. \nWashcloth: Any DK weight cotton yarn. US size 4 straight needles. \nPS. Chunky yarn is also called bulky yarn! \nStudents should also bring a tapestry needle\, scissors and some kind of bag to carry their project back and forth from home. \nABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR: \nHilary Snell\, a longtime visitor services staff member of Scandinavia House\, is of English\, Scottish\, and Irish descent\, and loves everything about Nordic culture. She was taught to knit by her grandmother and mother when she was eight years old and took it up again in her late 20s\, and has been knitting ever since. She enjoys sharing her love of the craft and of fiber arts in general. See her work at: https://www.instagram.com/lockwoodknits/
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/your-first-knitting-project-learn-to-knit-with-hilary-snell-2/2026-01-31/
LOCATION:Scandinavia House\, 58 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T193500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T213500
DTSTAMP:20260404T074539
CREATED:20260108T183959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T184633Z
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SUMMARY:SWEDISH 1.1 — ENROLLMENT OPEN
DESCRIPTION:Learn the Nordic languages in classes offered at Scandinavia House\, held in-person and virtually! This course is for absolute beginners. \nIn this course students will learn vocabulary\, the very basics of Swedish structure and pronunciation while also discussing some quirks of Swedish life. No prerequisites necessary. \nThis hybrid class will be held both in-person and via Zoom; in-person attendance for the first four classes is highly recommended. Classes take place on Mondays from 7:35–9:35 PM beginning January 26 through June 22. \nAt the end of the semester students will know: \n• Sentence structure in statements and questions\n• How to greet people\n• Numbers and how to tell time \nAnd be able to: \n• Talk about themselves and what they do in their day \n*Please note that there will be no classes on the following dates:\nFebruary 16 (Presidents’ Day); March 30\, April 6\, and April 13 (Spring Break); May 11 (Mother’s Day Weekend); May 25 (Memorial Day); June 8.* \nNo prerequisites required; instructions for remote learning will be emailed upon registration. For questions about language levels\, please contact the instructor Ingrid Kullberg-Bendz. Tuition is $700 ($630 ASF Members); 30 hours total class time. \nRegister
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/swedish-1-1-enrollment-open/2026-02-02/
LOCATION:Scandinavia House\, 58 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074539
CREATED:20250729T164433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T213634Z
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SUMMARY:KEYBOARD CONVERSATIONS® | BEETHOVEN — THE YOUNG GENIUS
DESCRIPTION:Internationally acclaimed pianist Jeffrey Siegel returns this fall for his ever-popular Keyboard Conversations® series at Scandinavia House. Each evening comprises an informal commentary on the music and its composers\, a full performance of each work\, and a short Q & A session. The engaging format both makes friends of classical music and enriches the listening experience for avid music lovers. \nIn tonight’s performance\, celebrate Ludwig van Beethoven’s early period with the passionate Sonata “Pathétique\,” the high-spirited “Rage Over a Lost Penny\,” the deeply moving Largo e mesto from Sonata Op. 10\, No. 3\, and the exhilarating Finale of Sonata Op. 31\, No. 3. \n\n\nThanks to a generous loan by Victor Borge’s grandson Finn\, concerts will be performed on Victor Borge’s personal Steinway piano. \n 
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/keyboard-conversations-beethoven-the-young-genius/
LOCATION:Scandinavia House\, 58 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074539
CREATED:20251211T161858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T163227Z
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SUMMARY:A ROYAL AFFAIR | SILVER ANNIVERSARY RESCREENS
DESCRIPTION:“Quietly magnificent” —on February 4\, see A Royal Affair to continue our Silver Anniversary Rescreens! First screened at Scandinavia House in 2013 and nominated for an Academy Award that same year\, this period drama chronicles the scandalous love triangle between an 18th-century Queen (Alicia Vikander)\, her German doctor (Mads Mikkelsen)\, and the mad King of Denmark. \nAs the halls of the European aristocracy struggle with the birth pangs of the Enlightenment\, young Catherine Matilda of Britain feels adrift after her marriage to Denmark’s mad King\, the erratic and unfaithful Christian VII. Johann Friedrich Struensee\, a town physician and closet radical\, accompanies the King on a year-long trip around Europe in the hope of treating his insanity\, but finds himself drawn ever closer to the headstrong Catherine– and the prospect of using the King’s condition to amass power. Drawn together in the pursuit of freedom for their people\, their high-flown idealism is undone by blind passion in this notorious true story of illicit love and political intrigue. \n“A gripping chapter of European history is recounted with elegance\, intelligence and clarity…” (The Hollywood Reporter) \n“A slam dunk in the genre\, satisfying every period piece craving.” (Mary Pole\, Time) \nPurchase tickets \nThis program has been supported by the Monika and Charles Heimbold Fund for Exhibitions and Programs. \n 
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/a-royal-affair/
LOCATION:Scandinavia House\, 58 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Films
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074539
CREATED:20260116T173833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T174212Z
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SUMMARY:OPENING NIGHT | THE 2026 SÁMI FILM FESTIVAL
DESCRIPTION:The Annual Sámi Film Festival returns to Scandinavia House and virtually nationwide! Now in its 8th year\, the festival celebrates the rich storytelling traditions of the Sámi\, an Indigenous people of the northernmost parts of Finland\, Norway\, Sweden\, and the Kola Peninsula of Russia. This year’s program is curated by acclaimed director\, writer\, artist\, and composer Elle Márjá Eira\, whose work in mediums from TV to classical opera has captivated audiences across the globe\, and whose directorial debut Stolen reached the Top 10 list in 71 countries following its Netflix premiere in 2024. \nOPENING NIGHT FILMS\nIn My Hand (2025)\nDir. Liselotte Wajstedt & Marja Helander | 24 min.\nLabelled a terrorist and left disabled\, a Sámi activist paid a brutal price in 1982 while battling Norwegian authorities to protect his ancestral land. Masterfully blending archival footage and re-enactments\, In My Hand retraces his battle and legacy\, and challenges us to ask: Is it finally time to stop exploiting nature and start preserving it? Narrated by Niillas Somby\, the film navigates between imprisonment\, protests\, and surreal encounters\, providing a unique insight into one man’s journey of resistance\, exile\, and return. \nMáhccan /Homecoming (2023)\nDir. Suvi West & Anssi Kömi | 76 min.\nAs museums worldwide are increasingly pressured to return cultural property\, co-directors Suvi West and Anssi Kömi share a personal and insightful story about the return of Sámi artifacts\, long held in a museum\, to their homeland. Set at a turning point in which museums must grapple with their colonialist history—including the National Museum of Finland\, which has now returned thousands of everyday objects to the Sámi—this “keenly observed film” (POV Magazine) tours museum vaults across Europe\, where filmmaker unravels layers of history\, grappling with questions of representation\, exploitation and the intricate tapestry of her own cultural identity. \nPurchase Tickets \nSee Full Schedule \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/opening-night-the-2026-sami-film-festival/
LOCATION:Scandinavia House\, 58 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Films
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260214
DTSTAMP:20260404T074539
CREATED:20260120T210820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T210820Z
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL SCREENINGS | THE 2026 SÁMI FILM FESTIVAL
DESCRIPTION:The Annual Sámi Film Festival returns to Scandinavia House and virtually nationwide! Now in its 8th year\, the festival celebrates the rich storytelling traditions of the Sámi\, an Indigenous people of the northernmost parts of Finland\, Norway\, Sweden\, and the Kola Peninsula of Russia. This year’s program is curated by acclaimed director\, writer\, artist\, and composer Elle Márjá Eira\, whose work in mediums from TV to classical opera has captivated audiences across the globe\, and whose directorial debut Stolen reached the Top 10 list in 71 countries following its Netflix premiere in 2024. \nIn-person screenings will take place on Thursday\, February 5; Friday\, February 6; & Saturday\, February 7 at Scandinavia House. Virtual screenings will be available nationwide from February 6 through 13. Other opening weekend in-person screenings will take place at the National Nordic Museum in Seattle. \nPROGRAM\nIn My Hand (2025)\nDir. Liselotte Wajstedt & Marja Helander | 24 min.\nLabelled a terrorist and left disabled\, a Sámi activist paid a brutal price in 1982 while battling Norwegian authorities to protect his ancestral land. Masterfully blending archival footage and re-enactments\, In My Hand retraces his battle and legacy\, and challenges us to ask: Is it finally time to stop exploiting nature and start preserving it? Narrated by Niillas Somby\, the film navigates between imprisonment\, protests\, and surreal encounters\, providing a unique insight into one man’s journey of resistance\, exile\, and return. \nMáhccan /Homecoming (2023)\nDir. Suvi West & Anssi Kömi | 76 min.\nAs museums worldwide are increasingly pressured to return cultural property\, co-directors Suvi West and Anssi Kömi share a personal and insightful story about the return of Sámi artifacts\, long held in a museum\, to their homeland. Set at a turning point in which museums must grapple with their colonialist history—including the National Museum of Finland\, which has now returned thousands of everyday objects to the Sámi—this “keenly observed film” (POV Magazine) tours museum vaults across Europe\, where the filmmaker unravels layers of history\, grappling with questions of representation\, exploitation and the intricate tapestry of her own cultural identity. \nStöld / Stolen (2024)\nDir. Elle Márjá Eira | 107 min.\nBased on the novel by Ann-Helén Laestadius\, Stolen follows the Sámi peoples’ struggle to defend their Indigenous heritage\, and the woman who puts her life at stake to bring them justice. Ten years after witnessing the slaughter of her beloved reindeer\, a young Sámi woman is determined to track down the killer—and confront the other forms of quotidian violence her community faces along the way. A “tense\, thoughtful dramatic thriller\,” Stolen is part coming-of-age story\, part love song to a vanishing natural world\, and part electrifying countdown to a dramatic resolution. \nOro Jaska / Shut Up (2025)\nDir. Silje Bürgin-Borch & Vegard Bjørsmo | 144 min.\nSet in a remote town in the heart of Sápmi\, Shut Up follows Elli Anne\, a young Sámi woman whose intimate world collapses after a brutal assault. As she seeks justice within a tightly knit community bound by tradition and family loyalty\, the narrative takes a gripping turn when Issat\, a celebrated snow cross racer\, is accused. The allegation not only threatens his reputation but forces him to confront his own closely guarded secret: that he is queer. Praised as “powerful and timely\,” Shut Up marks a historic first—it is the first Sámi TV drama of its kind to center social issues from within the community\, told by Sámi voices. \nPurchase Passes \nViewing FAQ \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/virtual-screenings-the-2026-sami-film-festival/2026-02-06/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074539
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SUMMARY:DAY TWO | THE 2026 SÁMI FILM FESTIVAL
DESCRIPTION:The Annual Sámi Film Festival returns to Scandinavia House and virtually nationwide! Now in its 8th year\, the festival celebrates the rich storytelling traditions of the Sámi\, an Indigenous people of the northernmost parts of Finland\, Norway\, Sweden\, and the Kola Peninsula of Russia. This year’s program is curated by acclaimed director\, writer\, artist\, and composer Elle Márjá Eira\, whose work in mediums from TV to classical opera has captivated audiences across the globe\, and whose directorial debut Stolen reached the Top 10 list in 71 countries following its Netflix premiere in 2024. \nSCHEDULE — DAY 2\nStöld / Stolen (2024)\nDir. Elle Márjá Eira | 107 min.\nBased on the novel by Ann-Helén Laestadius\, Stolen follows the Sámi peoples’ struggle to defend their Indigenous heritage\, and the woman who puts her life at stake to bring them justice. Ten years after witnessing the slaughter of her beloved reindeer\, a young Sámi woman is determined to track down the killer– and confront the other forms of quotidian violence her community faces along the way. A “tense\, thoughtful dramatic thriller\,” Stolen is part coming-of-age story\, part love song to a vanishing natural world\, and part electrifying countdown to a dramatic resolution. \nPurchase Tickets \nSee Full Schedule
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/day-two-the-2026-sami-film-festival/
LOCATION:Scandinavia House\, 58 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Films
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074539
CREATED:20260120T215017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T215017Z
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SUMMARY:NORDIC KNIT-IN | ADULT CRAFTS WITH HILARY SNELL
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, February 7th\, join us for a day-long Nordic Knit-In with Scandinavia House’s veteran knitter Hilary Snell! We will provide participants with a relaxed and warm environment for beginning\, continuing or finishing up a craft of your choosing. You bring your materials and create whatever you want. Knitting\, crocheting\, painting\, drawing\, finger knitting\, embroidery\, whatever sparks your creativity— we welcome you! \nParticipants are encouraged to drop in and stay for a minute or stay for hours — and create\, create\, create — alongside other crafters. Children over 5 are welcome with supervision. BYOY = Bring Your Own Yarn (or your own art supplies). We will provide limited art supplies. \nABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR: \nHilary Snell\, a longtime visitor services staff member of Scandinavia House\, is of English\, Scottish\, and Irish descent\, and loves everything about Nordic culture. She was taught to knit by her grandmother and mother when she was eight years old and took it up again in her late 20s\, and has been knitting ever since. She enjoys sharing her love of the craft and of fiber arts in general. See her work at: https://www.instagram.com/lockwoodknits/ \nPurchase tickets
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/nordic-knit-in-adult-crafts-with-hilary-snell/
LOCATION:Scandinavia House\, 58 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074539
CREATED:20260119T175326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T193015Z
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SUMMARY:DAY THREE | THE 2026 SÁMI FILM FESTIVAL
DESCRIPTION:The Annual Sámi Film Festival returns to Scandinavia House and virtually nationwide! Now in its 8th year\, the festival celebrates the rich storytelling traditions of the Sámi\, an Indigenous people of the northernmost parts of Finland\, Norway\, Sweden\, and the Kola Peninsula of Russia. This year’s program is curated by acclaimed director\, writer\, artist\, and composer Elle Márjá Eira\, whose work in mediums from TV to classical opera has captivated audiences across the globe\, and whose directorial debut Stolen reached the Top 10 list in 71 countries following its Netflix premiere in 2024. \nSCHEDULE — DAY 3\nOro Jaska / Shut Up (2025)\nDir. Silje Bürgin-Borch & Vegard Bjørsmo | 144 min.\nSet in a remote town in the heart of Sápmi\, Shut Up follows Elli Anne\, a young Sámi woman whose intimate world collapses after a brutal assault. As she seeks justice within a tightly knit community bound by tradition and family loyalty\, the narrative takes a gripping turn when Issat\, a celebrated snow cross racer\, is accused. The allegation not only threatens his reputation but forces him to confront his own closely guarded secret: that he is queer. Praised as “powerful and timely\,” Shut Up marks a historic first—it is the first Sámi TV drama of its kind to center social issues from within the community\, told by Sámi voices. \nPurchase Tickets \nSee Full Schedule
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/day-three-the-2026-sami-film-festival/
LOCATION:Scandinavia House\, 58 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Films
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074539
CREATED:20251121T211615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T211615Z
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SUMMARY:NORDIC BOOK CLUB ONLINE | CLEARING OUT
DESCRIPTION:Read and discuss literature with our Nordic Book Club Online! Nordic Book Club meets monthly via Zoom to discuss contemporary literature in translation. On February 10\, 2026\, we’ll be discussing Norwegian novelist Helene Uri’s novel Clearing Out\, exploring a search for identity and Sámi heritage\, in translation by Barbara Sjoholm. \n\nInspired by Helene Uri’s own journey into her family’s ancestry\, Clearing Out tells two intertwining stories. A novelist\, named Helene\, is living in Oslo with her husband and children and contemplating her new protagonist\, Ellinor Smidt—a language researcher\, divorced and in her late 30s\, with a doctorate but no steady job. \nAn unexpected call from a distant relative reveals that Helene’s grandfather\, Nicolai Nilsen\, was the son of a coastal (sjø) Sami fisherman—something no one in her family ever talked about. Uncertain how to weave this new knowledge into who she believes she is\, Helene continues to write her novel\, in which her heroine Ellinor travels to Finnmark in the far north to study the dying languages of the Sami families there. What Ellinor finds among the Sami people she meets is a culture little known in her own world; she discovers history richer and more alluring than rumor and a connection charged with mystery and promise. Through her persistence in approaching an elderly Sami activist\, and her relationship with a local Sami man\, Ellinor confronts a rift that has existed between two families for generations. \nIntricate and beautifully constructed\, Clearing Out offers a solemn reflection on how identities\, like families\, are formed and fractured and recovered as stories are told. In its depiction of the forgotten and the fiercely held memories among the Sea (sjø) Sami of northern Norway\, the novel is a powerful statement on what is lost\, and what remains in reach\, in the character and composition of contemporary life. A masterful blend of fiction and autobiography from one of Norway’s most celebrated authors\, the novel’s expert translation by Barbara Sjoholm was a winner of ASF’s Nadia Christensen Translation Prize. \nClearing Out is available in paperback and e-book from University of Minnesota Press and various retailers. \nRegister
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/nordic-book-club-online-clearing-out/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074539
CREATED:20250923T215109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T213048Z
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SUMMARY:GALLERY TOURS | A TIME FOR EVERYTHING
DESCRIPTION:On view from October 18\, 2025 to February 14\, 2026 at Scandinavia House\, A Time for Everything\, a group exhibition of internationally acclaimed Nordic artists — all of whom have presented work in the Scandinavia House Galleries over the past 25 years — will underscore the vision of the Scandinavia House Galleries as a steward for new and established Nordic voices in the contemporary artistic landscape\, and for promoting the exchange of ideas and culture between the United States and Nordic region. \nIn this guided tour by Eve O’Shea\, ASF’s Exhibitions and Cultural Programs Assistant and assistant curator of the exhibition\, learn about the artists in this exhibition and their works. \nThese free\, 35-minute public tours meet in the Gallery elevator lobby. Gallery tours are subject to change; please check with the Scandinavia House front desk or email info@amscan.org. \nRegister
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/gallery-tours-a-time-for-everything/2026-02-11/
LOCATION:Scandinavia House\, 58 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074539
CREATED:20260122T181013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T181319Z
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SUMMARY:SMOKE SAUNA SISTERHOOD
DESCRIPTION:Smoke Sauna Sisterhood\, winner of the award for Best Documentary at the 2023 European Film Awards\, returns to Scandinavia House on February 11 for National Sauna Week! Join us for director Anna Hints’ intimate delve into the cultural tradition of Vana-Võromaa’s smoke saunas in South Estonia (included in UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list) and see how they are unique spaces for healing and community. The film draws inspiration from the smoke saunas’ historical role in childbirth\, where women gather to share secrets\, connecting family and friends to cleanse the body and — more importantly — the soul\, inside a place of peace and contemplation. \nThis documentary\, which was the first Estonian film to win an award for directing at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival\, captures the essence of the smoke sauna experience with masterful cinematography\, evoking Vermeer and Rembrandt. Hints authentically portrays women\, delving into themes of trauma\, healing\, and sisterhood. The film concludes with a runic verse\, “Thank You Song for Smoke Sauna\,” performed by director Anna Hints and producer Marianne Ostrat\, expressing gratitude to the spirit of the smoke sauna\, the women in the film\, and all those who contributed to bringing Smoke Sauna Sisterhood to life. The film has been selected as Estonia’s contender for next year’s Academy Awards. \n“This is a film that records a little-known aspect of a little-known national identity…the visual poetry is magnificent”—(Jonathan Romney\, Financial Times) \nPurchase Tickets
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/smoke-sauna-sisterhood-2/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Films
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074539
CREATED:20251204T152546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T165124Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT — PASTEL CHALK ON PAPER
DESCRIPTION:*This workshop is now sold out.* \nThis workshop series for adults offers a gentle introduction to the tactile qualities of materials such as paper\, pastel\, paint\, graphite pencil\, and ink. Participants will explore the unique characteristics of various tools and surfaces\, learning simple techniques to get started and discover inspiration—whether drawn from the inner world or the world around us. The focus is on the process of making: approaching art as a meditative\, exploratory practice. Together\, we’ll experiment\, play\, and pay close attention to what unfolds on the page\, moment by moment. There are no expectations for finished pieces or specific outcomes —the class itself is the experience and the goal. Each session will close with a supportive group reflection\, where we’ll share and appreciate each other’s progress\, process\, and discoveries. \nIn this course\, students will explore and experiment with using various pastel chalks on paper. \nThe series can be experienced as a complete progression or as individual\, standalone classes. Participation is limited to 12 students. *Please note: this workshop is for ages 20+.* \nPurchase Tickets
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/pastel-chalk-on-paper-2/
LOCATION:Scandinavia House\, 58 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
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SUMMARY:WHAT CAN AMERICAN CITIES LEARN FROM THE EUROPEAN NONPROFIT SAUNA MOVEMENT?
DESCRIPTION:In honor of National Sauna Week\, join us on February 12 for a panel on how American cities can take inspiration from Europe’s sauna movement to embed community health and wellbeing into the heart of public spaces. Moderated by Therme Group US’ Adam Bamba Tanaka\, the panel discussion features a pioneer of Norway’s nonprofit sauna movement\, a global expert on bathing culture\, and a leader in programming New York City’s public realm. \nAcross European cities — from London to Oslo and beyond — a rapidly growing nonprofit sauna movement is charting a dynamic new model of public health infrastructure: low-priced\, high-design public saunas located along waterfronts\, rooftops\, and public parks. At the center of the story is the Oslo Sauna Association (Oslo Badstuforening)\, a nonprofit that operates over 25 floating saunas across the Norwegian capital. Supported by a grassroots volunteer operation\, these saunas have become beloved pieces of civic infrastructure\, social lifelines for a city with long winters and a high proportion of residents who live alone. In 2025\, the Oslo Badstuforening was recognized by Time magazine as one of the World’s Great Places. \nDrawing on Oslo’s experience\, the panel will examine how creative activation of public spaces for community health can support physical and mental wellbeing\, strengthen social ties\, and make cities more livable year-round. \nThis event is organized by Culture of Bathe-ing\, a global community that celebrates the modern resurgence of communal bathing as a tool for preventative health and a response to growing social isolation within modern urban life. Beginning February 12 and running through March 1\, 2026\, Culture of Bathe-ing will transform Domino Park on the Williamsburg waterfront into the site of an unprecedented sauna festival. The festival marks the first event of its kind in New York City and the largest sauna village ever staged in the United States. \nRegister
URL:https://www.scandinaviahouse.org/event/what-can-american-cities-learn-from-the-european-nonprofit-sauna-movement/
LOCATION:Scandinavia House\, 58 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
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