Cultural Meeting
October Cultural Meeting
The Scandinavian Living CenterFridtjof 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 StatesSusan 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 StatesCome 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 StatesNOTE: 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 StatesAt 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 StatesNorumbega 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
June Cultural Meeting
Nordic Hall - Scandinavian Living Center 206 Waltham Street, West Newton, MA, United StatesJune 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 StatesSummer 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 StatesL'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
January Cultural Meeting
NOTE: Please notice the day and time change for January through March Cultural Meetings. We switch to Sunday afternoons, at 3:00, for these three months to allow for daytime driving. Our January meeting is a chance for you to come … Continued