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More With Odd Nordstoga

Musician Odd Nordstoga grew up in Telemark, Norway, with a strong sense of folk-music culture that’s shaped the artist he is today. He debuted as a recording artist in 1997 with the band called Something Odd. In 2004, Nordstoga signed a major-label recording deal with Universal Music and released his solo album, “Luring,” which features a mix of folk-pop songs. The [...]

By |January 20th, 2016|Categories: Blog|Comments Off on More With Odd Nordstoga

Happy Founder’s Day

Tomorrow is a big day! A momentous day where we all wear our membership pins with pride; a day where hearty congratulations and words of good will shall spring forth from the lips of Sons of Norway members everywhere because tomorrow is Sons of Norway’s Founders’ Day! That’s right, 121 years ago 18 Norwegian immigrants who had started a new life [...]

By |January 15th, 2016|Categories: Blog|Comments Off on Happy Founder’s Day

More with Ståle Sandbech

In the January 2016 issue of Viking magazine, we caught up with professional snowboarder Ståle Sandbech. The 22-year-old hails from Rykkin, just 30 minutes outside of Oslo. He’s been snowboarding since the age of eight and had the biggest moment of his career in 2014 when he won a silver medal at the Sochi Olympic Games. At the end of this month, [...]

By |January 5th, 2016|Categories: Blog|Comments Off on More with Ståle Sandbech

Stein Eriksen: The Heart of Skiing

By now you’ve probably heard about the passing of one skiing’s greatest contributors, Stein Eriksen. However, rather than mourning this sad occasion we want to take a moment and celebrate his life and the contributions he made to the world of skiing.As one of the most recognized names in the ski world, Stein Eriksen was synonymous with skiing style and elegance for [...]

By |December 30th, 2015|Categories: Blog|Comments Off on Stein Eriksen: The Heart of Skiing

Sons of Norway Marks the Passing of Former Board Member

It is with and a heavy heart that we must report to our members on the passing of one of our own. Ernst Granly, a former International Director for Sons of Norway and good friend to the Headquarters staff passed away on December 15, surrounded by his loving family. Ernst, who turned 71 earlier this year, was a man of joy [...]

By |December 21st, 2015|Categories: Blog|Comments Off on Sons of Norway Marks the Passing of Former Board Member

2015 Marks 150 Years Since Cleng Peerson’s Death

Cleng Peerson Commemoration This year has been an important one for fans of Cleng Peerson, as 2015 marks the 150th Anniversary of his death on the Clifton, TX, farm where he spent the last 10 years of his life. To help mark the occasion, Thomas Mannes, a Sons of Norway member of the lodge in Haugesund, Norway has been restoring the [...]

By |December 4th, 2015|Categories: Blog|Comments Off on 2015 Marks 150 Years Since Cleng Peerson’s Death

Norway’s Coffee Culture

Did you know that Scandinavians are among the world’s top coffee drinkers? Their love of coffee is more than just about an energy boost. It’s a cultural custom that has been bringing people together for centuries. Viking magazine’s November cover feature explores coffee in Norway—from the Nordic approach to brewing and top coffee shops. Plus, it’s no surprise that Norway is [...]

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More With Alan Lucien Øyen

In the November issue of Viking magazine, we highlight multi-talented writer, director, choreographer and performer Alan Lucien Øyen. The award-winner runs a company called Winter Guests, which works with skilled performers to create theatrical works in English for the international stage. From Nov. 28 to Dec. 8, catch his new play, “Jingle Horse—A Christmas Special” at the Norwegian National Opera and [...]

By |November 20th, 2015|Categories: Blog|Comments Off on More With Alan Lucien Øyen

Nordic American Thanksgiving Breakfast Raises Nearly $15,000 for Charity

This morning close to 900 members of the Twin Cities’ Nordic American community gathered in celebration of the privileges of freedom, faith, family & friendship at the 2015 Nordic American Thanksgiving Breakfast. The event, which was held in Bloomington, MN, not only celebrated these privileges, but also served as a fundraiser for two important charities that serve communities in need throughout [...]

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Viking Magazine Dominates Competition at Publishing Excellence Awards

Last week marked a major accomplishment for Sons of Norway and Viking magazine. During the 2015 ceremony for the Minnesota Magazine Publishing Excellence Awards Viking magazine was recognized seven times! This is an all-time high for Sons of Norway and was characterized by one publishing professional as “dominating its category.” In addition to awards for design and editorial coverage, Viking was [...]

By |November 16th, 2015|Categories: Blog|Comments Off on Viking Magazine Dominates Competition at Publishing Excellence Awards
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