Nordic Heritage Night at the Timberwolves
Sons of Norway is pleased to invite members and friends from across the Nordic community to gather and celebrate Nordic Heritage Night at the Minnesota Timberwolves! Watch as Andrew Wiggins, Karl-Anthony Towns and the Timberwolves take on the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday, March 8, at 7 p.m. at the Target Center in Minneapolis. Not only will attendees partake in a night of great basketball, they'll also see special [...]
In Memory of Raymond P. Knutson
1936 – 2017 Sons of Norway has lost a treasured, longtime member: Ray Knutson, Valhall 168, District 5, passed away earlier this week. A member of Sons of Norway for 34 years, Ray is remembered for serving as a mentor to many within the organization and in multiple capacities, including as District 5 President and Treasurer, as well as International Treasurer. His volunteerism and dedication to Sons of Norway [...]
Sons of Norway Congratulates HM King Harald V on His 25 Year Reign
Like yesterday, today is a very special day as well, though for a different, yet similar reason. Today marks the 25th anniversary of the reign of His Majesty The King of Norway, King Harald V! It was on this day in 1991 that King Harald V succeeded to the throne upon the death of his father Olav V. Like his father and grandfather before him, King Harald adopted the motto [...]
Celebrate Founders’ Day
January 16 marks Founders’ Day – the day in 1895 when 18 Norwegian immigrants came together to establish a mutual assistance organization that has grown into the largest Norwegian cultural organization in the world. Driven to find a solution to financial hardships that many Norwegian-American families faced due to the onset of the economic depression, the founders naturally looked to Norway for ideas. Borrowing from an assistance plan in [...]
“Skam” is T.V. for Teens, by Teens
A unique t.v. series has taken Norway by social media storm. SKAM (Shame) has not only captivated the Norwegian teen market that it was intended for, but has rapidly caught on with adults in Norway and viewers all over Scandinavia and in the U.K. The drama portrays the lives of teens and is set in Hartvig Nissens high school in suburban Oslo. The action portrays the everyday ups and [...]
Resolve to Help Your Lodge in 2017
Have you made your New Year’s resolutions yet? Every year, many of us pledge to better ourselves – exercise more, save more, etc. There are also many ways you can resolve to help the organization you love. Here are a few simple New Year’s resolutions for Sons of Norway. Share Sons of Norway with a friend or relative This is the easiest way to help Sons of Norway. Our [...]
Norwegian Reindeer Moss: Plant of Many Uses
Did you know that Norway is a worldwide supplier of a natural material central to crafts and interior décor projects around the world? The botanical name of the plant is Cladonia Stellaris, but it is popularly known as Norwegian reindeer moss (technically, a lichen). One company reports selling 32,000 square meters of the moss in 2016, with 85% being exported from Rendalen to locales in South Korea, Italy, the [...]
2017 Holiday Planning Guide
Sons of Norway is pleased to bring you the following message from Travel Partner and International Convention Sponsor, Borton Overseas. 2017 is right around the corner, how will you be celebrating? The holiday travel trend is becoming increasingly popular. From romantic Valentine’s Day getaways and New Year’s Eve trips, to visiting Santa in Finland, or even celebrating another country’s cultural holiday, the options are endless. Holidays are staples of [...]
The Tallies are In!
This week, Sons of Norway Chief Executive Officer Eivind Heiberg presented the charitable recipients of the 32nd Annual Nordic American Thanksgiving Breakfast with nearly $8,000 each, the result of the generosity of those who attended last month’s event. Pictured receiving a warm handshake is Second Harvest Heartland CEO Rob Zeaske. Minnesota Military Family Foundation Founder and President Bill Popp was also on hand to accept donations on the foundation’s behalf. Nearly 900 people [...]
Sons of Norway Hires New Foundation Director Ahead of Golden Jubilee
Sons of Norway announced today that Corrie Maki Knudson has been hired to serve as the new Director of the Sons of Norway Foundation. Joining the Foundation in advance of its 50th anniversary, Knudson brings with her a wealth of experience and success from within the fundraising industry. Having spent the last decade working in philanthropy and focusing on the areas of major gifts and grant writing, Knudson will [...]
Inspiring Young Minds
Norwegian innovator Johan Brand is on a mission to make learning fun. He’s the CEO and co-founder of Kahoot!, a new game-based learning platform used by millions in classrooms worldwide. It encourages scholastic engagement via customizable content and a user-friendly interface that incorporates smartphones. Brand believes that games are based on our first language—play—the crucial element to how we learn about the world around us. In 2015, he was [...]
Holiday Wish List
November is here, and it’s time to make your Christmas list and check it twice! Looking for some inspiration? In the November 2016 issue of Viking, we rounded up Nordic-inspired gift ideas, including toys, home goods, books and accessories. Here are a few more of our favorites. Display your holiday sweets in the Ginger Serving Bowl by Sagaform. Color enthusiasts will love this modern domino set from Scandinavian company [...]
It Takes Two
In the November 2016 issue of Viking we talked with Norwegian screenwriters Anna Bache-Wiig and Siv Rajendram Eliassen. They are the masterminds behind Norway’s hit television drama, “Acquitted.” Here, they discuss more about their career and favorite places in Norway. On the inspiration behind the television series “Acquitted” The story is inspired by a real life 1995 murder case in Norway. At the time I took great interest in [...]
Celebrate Immigrant Roots, Unite to Build a Caring Community
Minnesota Senator John Marty is a featured speaker at the 2016 Nordic American Thanksgiving Breakfast to be held on November 22 at 7 a.m. at the DoubleTree by Hilton, Bloomington. His remarks will focus on the concept of faith, one of the event’s primary themes (the others are freedom, family and friends). When asked why community gatherings like the Nordic American Thanksgiving Breakfast are important, Marty said, “In a [...]
Six Extraordinary Countries: Countless Ways to Experience Scandinavia!
Sons of Norway is pleased to bring you the following message from Travel Partner and International Convention Sponsor, Borton Overseas. During the winter months, it's easy to hibernate. But with all the adventures that Scandinavia has to offer - including cruising, dogsledding, snowmobiling, and the Northern Lights - there's no reason to stay at home this winter! At Borton Overseas, Scandinavia is our passion, and our staff continually strives [...]