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  • October Cultural Meeting

    The Scandinavian Living Center

    Fridtjof Nansen is considered the godfather of all modern polar explorers. In 1888 (at age 26), he became the first person to successfully cross Greenland from coast to coast.  At age 31 he organized and led a second expedition to … Continued

  • November Cultural Meeting

    Nordic Hall - Scandinavian Living Center 206 Waltham Street, West Newton, MA, United States

    Susan Hill, New England Ski for Light president, will talk about the origins of guided skiing for blind and visually impaired participants, and how it was brought from Norway to the US where it is practiced across the country. Susan’s … Continued

  • Juletrefest for Folk

    Nordic Hall - Scandinavian Living Center 206 Waltham Street, West Newton, MA, United States

    Come and enjoy the Lodge’s Christmas festival. Circle around the Christmas tree to traditional songs and music. Sing carols. Feast on traditional cookies and other desserts. Engage with other members to share and mark this season of friendship. Finish the … Continued

  • January Cultural Meeting

    Nordic Hall - Scandinavian Living Center 206 Waltham Street, West Newton, MA, United States

    NOTE: During the months of January, February, and March our meetings are held on Sunday afternoons each month beginning at 3:00pm.  This is done to minimize the amount of nighttime driving.   The installation of Officers and Directors of Norumbega … Continued

  • March Cultural Meeting

    Nordic Hall - Scandinavian Living Center 206 Waltham Street, West Newton, MA, United States

    At the cultural meeting on Sunday, March 5th, we will hear from Elsa Comiskey about the tradition of bunads from the different ‘fylker’ in Norway and look at how each county developed its own unique style.  Elsa Comiskey was born … Continued

  • Syttende mai Family Picnic

    Nordic Hall - Scandinavian Living Center 206 Waltham Street, West Newton, MA, United States

    Norumbega Lodge is once again hosting our annual Syttende mai family picnic on Saturday, May 2oth.  It will be held at the Scandinavian Cultural Center at 206 Waltham St., West Newton.  Click of the word flyer blow to get more … Continued

    $5 – $15

  • June Cultural Meeting

    Nordic Hall - Scandinavian Living Center 206 Waltham Street, West Newton, MA, United States

    June 2nd at 7:30 PM -- Jordbaer-Fest Social In June Norumbega Lodge will meet one more time before our summer hiatus. Please join us on June 2nd for Jordbaer-Fest. We'd like folks to bring their favorite Strawberry delights to accompany … Continued

  • September Welcome Back Pot Luck Dinner

    Nordic Hall - Scandinavian Living Center 206 Waltham Street, West Newton, MA, United States

    Summer has taken a turn toward the fall months and that can only mean that Norumbega Lodge will begin meeting again on a monthly basis.  To kick it all off we are hosting our Annual Welcome Back Pot Luck Dinner … Continued

  • November Cultural Meeting

    Nordic Hall - Scandinavian Living Center 206 Waltham Street, West Newton, MA, United States

    L'Anse aux Meadows What is L’Anse aux Meadows? Where is it located? Is it a real historical place? Why is it important to Nordic and American History? These questions and more will hopefully be answered at our November cultural meeting.  … Continued

  • Welcome Back Supper

    Nordic Hall - Scandinavian Living Center 206 Waltham Street, West Newton, MA, United States

    We will be having our annual Welcome Back Dinner on Saturday September 7th in the Nordic Hall.  Please bring your favorite pot=luck main dish and/or either a side dish or dessert snack to share with everyone.  Drinks will be provided.  … Continued