Thursday evening - Saturday July 23 - 25, 2015 Thursday

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includes
button &
raffle entry
$ 00
Thursday evening - Saturday
July 23 - 25, 2015
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helpful fest information
please join us for opening ceremonies!
Opening Ceremonies will commence at 6:45 p.m. Thursday - Courthouse Square.
First Aid: Notify the Information Center or call 911.
Lost & Found: Police Station at City Hall, (563) 382-3667.
Absolutely No Parking along parade route Saturday morning. See map for parade route.
Emergency Parking restrictions strictly enforced.
Open Containers or public consumption of alcoholic beverages outside designated areas is prohibited by
city ordinance - which is strictly enforced.
Buy a
Nordic Fest
Button
and be
entered to
win $500
CASH PRIZES
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$ 00
MAIN INFO CENTER (563) 382-3990 • FIRE/AMBULANCE/POLICE - CALL 911
MAP OF DOWNTOWN DECORAH—located on page 15 of this program.
PUBLIC RESTROOMS—located at Bank of the West Arcade and Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce. Portable
units at various locations around town. See the map on the back of this program. Additional family restrooms
available at Montessori School and First United Methodist Church.
ADDITIONAL PARKING—is available at Luther College Campus. See more information below.
SEVERE WEATHER—In the event of severe weather the community siren will run for at least 3 minutes, please
take shelter at the closest available building. Consult a member of the Board for additional assistance and
direction.
programs, general information
& nordic fest merchandise
Main Information Center—Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce, 507 W. Water Street, (563) 382-3990.
Open Thursday-Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
• Check-in point for Group Tour
• Troll Walk tickets
• Tickets for Church Dinners
• General information, sporting event registration
• First Aid
• Nisse on the Trail maps
• Fest Button & Program sales
• Frequent Shuttle Service between Main Information Center and Luther College. No charge, courtesy of
Luther College. Times posted at College Union and shuttles run on regular basis throughout the duration
of the Fest.
Sons of Norway Information Tent—District 1 Sons of Norway information tent located in front of Donlon
HealthMart, 201 W. Water St. Open regular Nordic Fest hours.
Official Nordic Fest Merchandise—Official Nordic Fest Merchandise may be purchased at the Decorah Area
Chamber of Commerce. Nordic Fest merchandise includes: shirts, kids items, can coolies, buttons and more.
Five $500 winners will be drawn.
One Thursday night, two Friday night
and two Saturday night.
Present winning button to chamber office
before September 1, 2015.
Winning numbers will be posted in
local media and on Nordic Fest Facebook page.
All proceeds from button sales go to support
Nordic Fest and the 50th Fest celebration.
Thank you for your contribution.
45th Annual
Nordic Fest
Medals
Canopy 5 Entertainment—There will be a $5.00 cover for Canopy 5 entertainment Friday and Saturday
evenings. Buy your wristband Friday night and leave it on for admittance Saturday night!
Downtown Transportation
DECORAH TROLLEY­—The trolley will offer five pick up locations throughout downtown
Decorah and will run a continuous loop. Friday and Saturday 12:00 - 5:00 p.m. Specific
locations are pinpointed on the fest map.
FREE PARKING SHUTTLE—
Luther College will offer a free van shuttle to and from
Luther’s central campus to allow fest goers convenient parking at any campus parking lot.
Van shuttles run Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. Downtown pick up/drop
off location is near Vesterheim on Water Street and the Luther pick up/drop off location is in front of Dahl
Centennial Union on campus.
To ensure everyone’s safe enjoyment of Nordic Fest, the use of bicycles, skateboards, scooters, roller skates and roller
blades, snap and pop or firework devices are prohibited in designated Fest areas. Dogs and other pets must be on
leashes, and Decorah’s Animal Waste Ordinance will be enforced. All golf carts must be licensed official Nordic Fest
vehicle. No other carts are allowed in official Nordic Fest areas. —Thank you in advance for your cooperation
Copyright © 2015 Nordic Fest Board. All rights reserved. No part of this program may be used or reproduced in any manner whatsoever without the written permission if the Nordic Fest Board. Printed at
Anundsen Publishing Company.
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The annual tradition of Nordic Fest medals are
again available for 2015 and may be purchased in
.999 fine silver (1 oz. $50), gold plated ($25), or
antique bronze ($6.50). The 2015 medal follows
this year’s Nordic Fest theme, “Dancing with the
Trolls.” Medals may be purchased during the fest
(while supplies last) at the Nordic Fest Medals
booth at the corner of Water and Court Streets, or
by mail at: Nordic Fest Medals, 2166 Pole Line
Road, Decorah, IA 52101. Please add $3.00 for
mail orders.
Nordic Fest 2015 Honorees­
2015 Nordic Fest Grand Marshal— Elizabeth Lorentzen
Elizabeth began teaching in the Decorah Community
School District in the fall of 1971 and recently retired in the
spring of 2014 after 42 years of service to the district at the
elementary, middle, and high school levels. Included in her
curriculum were tours and historic home drawings of the
Broadway Historic District, study of traditional architecture
of the log buildings at Vesterheim, and the study of the
Greek and Roman architecture elements of the county
courthouse. Needless to say, her curriculum was very
inclusive and driven by the history of art and architecture
found right here in our community. She was also the
founder of a puppet troupe comprised of elementary
through high school students that performed Norwegian
folk tales with self-constructed rod puppets in traditional
costumes for 15 straight Nordic Fests from 1974 to 1989. She also edited a book, “Vera
Harris’ Old Decorah Houses and Their Stories,” and is currently working to complete text
and illustrations for a book on architecture for children, which features local Decorah
historic houses as well. Elizabeth has been giving tours of the downtown and historic
district architecture for over twenty years. She has collaborated with Ed Epperly on
establishing two historic trails complete with tour signage; one in the Broadway Historic
District and the other featuring Decorah’s historic downtown. The elaborate signs each
contain self-researched information, written text, and vintage photographs to illustrate
the tours. In total, there will be 7 signs along the historic district trail and 24 signs along
with 4 kiosks on the downtown trail in place by the end of this summer. We are pleased
to honor Elizabeth with the Nordic Fest Grand Marshal status for 2015 and thank her for
her continued work showcasing the historical value of our beloved community. Grand
Marshals are selected for their commitment to the larger Decorah community.
This year’s Nordic Fest button, t-shirts, and program designs
were created with help from local artist Lauren Bonney
(laurenbonney.com). Inspired by the work of illustrators and
sculptors Brian & Wendy Froud and concept artist Mary Blair,
the design for the theme “Dancing with the Trolls” captures a
young troll couple as they dance the schottische. For more trolls,
gnomes, nisse, and other creatures from folklore and fairytales,
stop by Lauren’s booth at the Nordic Fest Craft Show!
Celebrating their 25th anniversary, the
Decorah based Scandinavian American
old time dance band, Foot-Notes, has
been selected as the 2015 Nordic Fest Flag
Recipient. Foot-Notes fiddler Beth Hoven
Rotto, guitarist Jon Rotto, and bassist Bill
Musser are best known for carrying on a
40-year tradition of old time dances in the
1911 Highlandville schoolhouse north of
Decorah. John Goodin has filled in with the
group for many years and joins the group
on mandolin harmonies this summer. A
wildly popular local phenomenon, FootNotes dances attract participants of all ages
and backgrounds from the surrounding
community. The band has been recognized
regionally and nationally for playing and preserving old-time music drawn from the wells
of Norwegian and Scandinavian traditions. They have produced four albums, First Steps,
Highlandville Dance, Decorah Waltz, and My Father Was a Fiddler. The group represented
the State of Iowa at the Smithsonian Festival of American Folklife in Washington, D.C.
in 1994 and was invited to return to D.C. to play at the John F. Kennedy Center for
the Performing Arts in the Center’s “Millenium Stage - Masters of Tradition” series in
2008. Foot-Notes have entertained the evening crowds of Nordic Fest for the past
twenty years with their jam-packed street dances. Their performances bring out the true
Scandinavian fun in all that are in attendance. Nordic Fest would not be complete without
the Foot-Notes and we are truly humbled to honor the band this year in conjunction with
their 25th anniversary and our “Dancing with the Trolls” theme. We hope to see you all
join the Foot-Notes Saturday night for The World’s Largest Schottische. Register online at
eventbrite.com. Flag Recipients are selected for their commitment to Nordic Fest.
nordic fest board
Support Nordic Fest with this delicious
Norwegian treat sold in front of
the Oneota Community Co-op
Kitchen Classroom
Norwegian
National Anthem
Ja, vi elsker dette landet (Yes we love this country)
Ja, vi elsker dette landet
som det stiger frem,
furet, vaerbitt, over vannet,
med de tusen hjem.
Elsker, elsker det og tenker
på vår far og mor
og den saganatt som senker
drømme på vår jord.
og den saganatt som senker
drømme på vår jord.
Yes, we love this country
as it rises forth,
rugged, weathered, above the sea,
with the thousands of homes.
Love, love it and think
of our father and mother
and the saga night that sends
sends dreams to our earth.
Photo by Chip Peterson Photography
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Official
Nordic Fest Lefse
2015 Nordic Fest Flag Recipient—Foot-Notes
Tom Houdek-President
Nikki Brevig-Vice President
Josh Giddings-Treasurer
Pat Seckar-Secretary
Cindy Schissel-Entertainment
Randy Schissel-Physical Management
Ben Harman-Sporting Events
Ashley Klocke-Food
Julie Shockey-Lefse
Laura Lemke-Canopy 5
Gary Rustad-Parade
Sue Sander-Merchandise
Linda Wolfs-Arts & Craft Show
Chris Hick-Arts & Craft Show
Laurie Meinholz-Buttons and Programs
Lori Pierce-Membership
Chad Bird-Advertising & Marketing
Charlene Selbee-Advertising &
Marketing
Ann Kephart-Nordic Dancers
Dwayne Lundvedt-Nordic Dancers
Ex-Officio
Nikki Brevig-Decorah Area Chamber
of Commerce
Charlene Selbee-Winneshiek County
Convention & Visitors Bureau
Bill Nixon-Decorah Police
Darin Swenson-Historian
Don Berg-Luren Singers & Sons of
Norway
Martha Griesheimer- Vesterheim
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About the Entertainers
canopy 5
$5 COVER CHARGE FOR CANOPY 5 ENTERTAINMENT FOR FRIDAY AND
SATURDAY NIGHT. ONE WRISTBAND WILL GET YOU
IN FOR BOTH NIGHTS AVAILABLE AT THE GATE.
The Miles Adams Band (Friday 5:00 p.m. ­to
7:00 p.m.) —T​he rock and roll band plays a
wide variety of songs that will come at you in
rapid fire. Be prepared to move your feet and
your body!
The Corey Farley Band (Friday 8:00 p.m to
12:00 a.m.) —Everything from old school
country to new school country and rock
along with originals written by Cory Farley
as well. There really is no better crowd than a
hometown crowd!
Gaelstorm (Saturday 5:00 p.m. to 7:00
p.m.)—Steve Belay (guitar and vocals),
Dylan Stoddard Henning (guitar and
vocals), Todd Kramme (bass and vocals),
and Doug Wilson (drums). A little Classic
Rock. A lot of fun!
AudioDrive (Saturday 8:00 p.m. to 12:00
a.m.)—A powerful award-winning rock act
that brings one of the best shows in the
region! AudioDrive delivers only the choice
cuts from the 70’s & 80’s through today!
2Tall4U—Jake Doty and Kurt Bearinger— a
two man acoustic group playing country
music, folk, and acoustic rock.
A Moment’s Notice—A band consisting of
local youth playing anything from classic rock
to modern country as well as other genres.
Absolute Hoot—A serious passion for music,
some seriously talented musicians and one,
big, not-so-serious band personality makes
Absolute Hoot an absolute must-see!
Art Haus—Free hands-on children’s arts and
crafts activities including face painting and
much more provided by ArtHaus volunteers.
Balloons by Kevin— From Houston, MN, Kevin works as a preschool/
child care teacher and balloon artist in Southeast Minnesota. Free balloon
animals and sculptures for kids.
Before They Were Stars—Maurice Anthony Jones, Cedar Rapids, IA, solo
acoustic act performing originals and
current covers.
Bread and Butter String Band—Lively
footstompin’ bluegrass, soothing
acoustic harmonies, classic folk songs,
fresh indie arrangements, and original
tunes.
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Bunad Show—Scandinavian Folk
Costume show featuring a beautiful
collection of authentic Norwegian
costumes located at the Hotel
Winneshiek in the air conditioned Steyer
Opera House.
The Busted Flat Band—A 5 piece band
from Northeast Iowa that plays country
and early rock from the 1960s through 1980s - everything from CCR to
Johnny Cash to Waylon Jennings.
Decorah Drumline—Percussionists from Decorah middle and high
School students, as well as alumni, perform under the direction of Jerry
Dean.
CBB Jazz Combo—Members of the Chatfield Brass Band playing classic
big band music, swing tunes, blues and bebop.
Erik Sessions and John Goodin—Erik Sessions (violin) and John Goodin
(mandolin & guitar). A mixture of American, Celtic, and Scandanavian
fiddle music including original tunes
from their duo CD Notes From The Farm.
Fiddles on Fire— Fiddles on Fire is
a group of students from The Young
Fiddlers Association of Minnesota that
plays many different genres of fiddle
tunes at venues around the Midwest.
Foot-Notes—Decorah based
Scandinavian-American old time dance
band featuring fiddler Beth Hoven Rotto,
guitarist Jon Rotto, bassist Bill Musser, and
John Goodin on mandolin. Celebrating
their 25th Anniversary and selected
as 2015 Nordic Fest Flag Recipient.
Attempting the World’s Largest Schottische
on Saturday night at 8:50 p.m. Please preregister on-line at eventbrite.com.
Good Friends—When four musicians gathered together weekly to play
music, they brought together elements of classic country, oldtime music,
gospel, and bluegrass. They soon became “good friends.”
Good Shepherd Olde Tyme Band—Old time dance music and a little
Dixieland and Ragtime music.
The GrassRun Band—Gary Halverson,
Dave Rowe, Cindy Selin, and Annie Rude
perform Gospel and Bluegrass music.
Helen Johnson— Local
singersongwriter and a sophomore
at Decorah High School sings a wide
variety of music including originals and
covers, and accompanies herself on piano and guitar.
Jacob Hrdlicka—Recent Decorah High School
graduate playing acoustic covers ranging from Ed
Sheeran to Frank Sinatra
Jason Huneke—Jason has performed his “G” rated
Comedy Juggling Show in over 1,000 cites all over the
Country.
About the Entertainers
Jim Busta Band with Mollie B of the “RFDTV Mollie B Polka Party
Show—”Toe tappin’ polka music...a true crowd favorite.
Kai Robert Johansen—Norway’s very popular
musical artist.
Kindred Minds—Northeast Iowa band shares
al mosaic reflecting our beautifully diverse
landscape and small town charm. The hammered
dulcimer’s haunting sound, vocal harmonies,
guitar, bass and strong, clear lyrics will send you
home with tapping feet and a smile.
Kyle and Dave—Traditional and contemporary folk songs performed on
acoustic guitars and sung in Norwegian and English for over a decade
throughout the Midwest including a CD “Kyle & Dave Live at Nordic Fest.”
Luren Singers—The oldest Norwegian-American male chorus in
continuous existence in the US singing Norwegian national songs and
popular American repetoire.
The Homestead Act— Michelle Lynn
brings her folk rock music to every
corner of the Driftless Region in the
Upper Midwest along with bassist
Adam Ptacek
Nick Vande Krol, Sean Trewin, Dylan
Stoddard Henning, Simon Cropp, and Jacob Hrdlicka— five recent
Decorah grads who enjoy each others company jamming out on their
guitars and entertaining crowds with their vocals.
Nordic Dancers—A unique group of folk dancers that help us remember
the traditional folk dances of Scandinavia. The Nordic Dancers consist of
two groups of area students—the
Junior Nordic Dancers and the
Senior Nordic Dancers— and
are accompanied by the Nordic
Dancers Orchestra.
Øland Sangforening—A 35
member male choir from
Trondelag, Norway in existence
since 1876 and currently on a
midwest USA tour.
Rochester Area Accordion Band— Squeezing out polkas, waltzes,
schottisches, and some modern popular songs in Southeastern MN, IA,
and WI.
Sister—The music group of
Kjersten Dysthe, Alisa Leonard,
and Kara Millerhagen from
Minnesota. Sister brings positive
energy, laughter, great music,
and motivating messages to
each performance. Sponsored by
Vesterheim and paid for in part by
the Iowa Tourism Office.
Square Dancers with Les LaLone, caller—Dancers from Iowa and
Wisconsin and Minnesota will be doing the modern western square
dancing as well as some line and round dancing.
Stix of Fury—Stix of Fury is a
private drumline made up of
students in 7th through 12th
grade from Blooming Prairie, MN.
Teaching students leadership
and teamwork.
entertainers at vesterheim
Ellen Marie Jensen—The daughter of Sámi immigrants from Finnmark
disusses Sámi religion and her new book, “What We Believe In: Sámi
Religious Experience and Beliefs, from 1593 to the Present.”
Odd Lovoll—Norwegian-born writer and professor emeritus from St. Olaf
College presents “Across the Deep Blue Sea: The Saga of Early Norwegian
Immigrants.”
Pretty Much 100% Scandinavian—Vesterheim Museum and Oneota
Film Festival present this series of films that explores the experience
of immigration, the process
of Americanization, the
importance of landmark
institutions such as churches
and colleges, the power of
family and community, the
vitality of arts and craft, the
matter of language, and the
enjoyment of humor — it’s a
rich journey, fueled by gallons
of coffee. Each Saga can be seen
independently of others.
Sam Shoults—From Knox City,
Mo., Sam presents his Viking
Ship replica, which he has sailed
down the Mississippi River.
Skjaldborg—This group from
Elk Horn, Ia., will present their
Viking encampment and will
entertain throughout the day
with full Viking combat demonstrations. Skjaldborg means “fortress of
shields.”
Quilts of Valor
A national program that presents quilts in patriotic colors
and designs to American Veterans. Quilts of Valor will be presented to local veterans at
2:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday during Nordic Fest.
The presentations are open to the public and
will take place in the Middle School Gym.
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Entertainment
All performances are at no charge unless otherwise noted.
There is a $5 cover charge for Canopy 5 entertainment for Friday and Saturday night. One wristband will get you in for both nights.
Entertainment is subject to change. Main Information Center at the Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce will post any changes.
thursday, july 23, opening ceremonies:
Time
Canopy 1
Canopy 2
Canopy 3
Canopy 4
Canopy 5
Water & State St
Water & Court St
Water & River St
Vesterheim
Lower Lot
Other Locations
Courthouse Square
Main St.
6:00 p.m.
Opening Ceremonies 6:45 p.m.
7:00 p.m
including performances by Luren Singers,
Nordic Dancers, Kai Robert and Sister, along with
introductions of Board of Directors,
Grand Marshal and Flag Recipient as well as
Flag and Bunad presentations
Balloons with Kevin
8:00 p.m
9:00 p.m
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Near Canopy 1
Kyle and Dave
Jim Busta Band
with Mollie B
Good Friends
Bread and Butter
String Band
10:00 p.m
friday, july 24:
Time
Canopy 1
Water & State St
11:00 a.m.
11:30 a.m.
Canopy 2
Water & Court St
Canopy 3
Water & River St
Kai Robert
Jason Huenke
12:30 p.m.
Homestead Act
A Moments Notice
Kai Robert
Nordic Dancers
11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Near Canopy 3
3:30 p.m.
Kyle and Dave
4:00 p.m.
3:00 p.m.
Carrie Lee School
Auditorium
CBB Jazz Combo
3:00 p.m.
Oneota Film Festival
Pretty Much 100%
Scandinavian,
Saga 1—Immigration
Story
Bethania Church
2Tall4U
Homestead Act
5:30 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
Nick, Dylan, Sean,
Simon, Jacob
and Friends
Miles Adams Band
6:30 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
8:00 p.m.
8:30 p.m.
Luren Singers with
Øland Sangforening
Grass Run Band
7:30 p.m.
Absolute Hoot
Square Dancing
with Les LaLone
Nordic Dancers
9:00 p.m.
9:30 p.m.
10:00 p.m.
10:30 p.m.
11:00 p.m.
11:30 p.m.
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Cory Farley Band
9:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Activities in
Vesterheim’s Open
Air Division
Skjaldborg Viking
Encampment
Sam Shoults Viking
Ship Replica
and more
2:00 p.m.
Odd Lovoll
Across the Deep
Blue Sea
Bethania Church
Sister
Kai Robert
Vesterheim
1:00 p.m.
Ellen Marie Jensen
Sámi lecture
Bethania Church
Water Activities by
Montessori School
Jason Hyenke
3:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m.
Balloons with Kevin
11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Near Canopy 4
2:30 p.m.
4:30 p.m.
Courthouse Square
Main St.
Activities by
ArtHaus and
The Clay Studio
Good Shepherd
Old Tyme Band
1:30 p.m.
Other Locations
11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Near Canopy 1
Jim Busta Band
with Mollie B
1:00 p.m.
2:00 p.m.
Canopy 5
Lower Lot
The Homestead Act
Kyle and Dave
12:00 p.m.
Canopy 4
Vesterheim
Foot- Notes
4:15 p.m.
Oneota Film Festival
Pretty Much 100%
Scandinavian,
Saga 2—
ScandinavianAmerican Humor
Bethania Church
Saturday, July 25:
Time
Canopy 1
Water & State St
Canopy 2
Water & Court St
Canopy 3
Water & River St
Canopy 4
Vesterheim
Canopy 5
Lower Lot
Other Locations
Courthouse Square
Main St.
Vesterheim
10:00 a.m.
10:30 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
11:30 a.m.
grand parade
12:00 p.m.
12:30 p.m.
1:00 p.m.
1:30 p.m.
2:00 p.m.
Fiddles on Fire
Erik Sessions and
John Goodin
Balloons with Kevin
GrassRun Band
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Near Canopy 1
Rochester Area
Accordion Band
3:30 p.m.
Before They Were
Stars
Jacob Hrdlicka
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Near Canopy 4
Fiddles on Fire
Water Activities by
Montessori School
Helen Johnson
4:30 p.m.
Kyle and Dave
Bread and Butter
String Band
Before They Were
Stars
Kindred Minds
Gaelstorm
Nordic Dancers
Foot-Notes with
World’s Largest
Schottische
8:50 p.m.
Busted Flat Band
Pre-register at
Eventbrite.com
9:30 p.m.
4:15 p.m.
Oneota Film Festival
Pretty Much 100%
Scandinavian,
Saga 4—Traditions
and Folk Arts
Bethania Church
Audio Drive
10:00 p.m.
10:30 p.m.
3:00 p.m.
Oneota Film Festival
Pretty Much 100%
Scandinavian,
Saga 3—
ScandinavianAmerican
Occupations
Bethania Church
Sister
3:00 p.m.
Carrie Lee School
Auditorium
3:00 p.m.
First Lutheran Church
7:30 p.m.
9:00 p.m.
2:00 p.m.
Odd Lovoll
Across the Deep
Blue Sea
Bethania Church
Øland Sangforening
7:00 p.m.
8:30 p.m.
1:00 p.m.
Ellen Marie Jensen
Sámi lecture
Bethania Church
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hotel Winneshiek
6:30 p.m.
8:00 p.m.
9:00 - 5:00 p.m .
Activities in
Vesterheim’s Open
Air Division
Skjaldborg Viking
Encampment
Sam Shoults Viking
Ship Replica
and more
Bunad Show
5:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
Lutefisk Contest
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Near Canopy 3
4:00 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
Decorah “Varsity”
Drumline
Activities by
ArtHaus and The
Clay studio
2:30 p.m.
3:00 p.m.
Stix of Fury
fireworks
fireworks
11:00 p.m.
11:30 p.m.
NORDIC FEST
ARTS & CRAFTS CENTER
Friday & Saturday
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Many exhibitors of arts and crafts.
Decorah Middle School, 405 Winnebago St. No charge.
Saturday, July 25:
Fireworks 10:00 p.m.
Fireworks - Amazing fireworks display along
the Upper Iowa River. Seating at athletic fields
near city hall.
Future Nordic Fest Dates
July 28-30, 2016 (50th)
July 27-29, 2017
JULY 26-28, 2018
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Food & Demonstrations
Various locations around town. See the map below and on page 15 of this program.
Vendors will be seving Thursday 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., Friday and Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Food is subject to availability.
Bratwurst, kraut, hot dogs, sweet soup, caramel apple slices, lemonade,
pop & bottled water—Located near Hammel Jewelers, 108 W. Water Street.
Sponsored by Sunflower Child Development Center. (1)
Nisse Nitrofreeze (lingonberry ice cream) and popcorn—Located by
Vesterheim, 502 W. Water Street. Sponsored by the Lions Club. (11)
Pork chops on a stick, pop, water—Located near Your Place, 307 W. Water
Street. Sponsored by Winneshiek Co. Community of
Hope. (12)
Grilled steak or roast beef sandwiches, locally raised
and processed beef brats & hot dogs, beverages,
Spring Grove soda, iskrem med brus (ice cream float)
and beverages with ice—Shade and seating available.
Located at the 400 block of River Street next to Decorah
Middle School. Sponsored by Winneshiek County
Cattlemen’s Association. (2)
Rosette & Rømmegrøt—Located near Smock’s
Barbershop, 220 W. Water Street. Sponsored by Canoe
Ridge Lutheran Church. (13)
Rosettes, kringle, sandbakkels, krumkake, Gatorade,
lemonade, iced tea, bottled water—Located near
Happiness Is, 121 W. Water Street. Sponsored by Nordic
Dancers. (14)
Ice cream waffles, ice cream sundaes—Located near
Wendy’s on Water, 212 W. Water Street. Sponsored by
Luther College Athletics—Women’s Basketball. (3)
Build Your Own Taco/Taco Salad Buffet—At First UMC,
302 W Broadway (just off Courtyard Square). Salsa
Beef, Fajita Chicken, Vegetarian Bean Medley, and Norwegian Salmon
or Whitefish with Dill Mustard Sauce (all are Gluten Free); Refried
Beans, Mexican Rice, Tomatoes, Onion, Green Peppers, Banana Peppers,
Jalapenos, Green/Black Olives, Mushrooms, Lettuce, Cheese, Sour Cream,
Guacamole, and a variety of Salsas. White or Wheat Flour Tortillas (Baked
or Fried Shells or Soft); Corn Tortillas (Hard Shell of Soft); Fried Lefse Salad
Shells. Need a space to rest and/or have some quiet time with your little
ones?A large spacious air conditioned nursery/playroom is available with
changing tables, 2 Pack N Plays for naps, a rocking chair for nursing, and
restrooms! Parent/Adult supervision required. (15)
Kringla (Soft buttermilk cookies)—Located near T-Bock’s,
210 W. Water Street. Sponsored by Glenwood Lutheran Church Women. (4)
Krumkake—Demonstrations in Bank of the West Lobby, 120 W. Water
Street. Sales in booth in front of Bank of the West. Sponsored by Good
Shepherd Lutheran Church. (5)
Lefse—Times for demonstrations will be posted. Located at the Oneota
Co-op Kitchen Classroom, 312 W. Water Street. Sponsored by Nordic Fest
Board. (6)
Limonade Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa, Oneota Service Unit. (7)
All-natural Lingonberry Saft and Slushies—Lingonberry juice drinks and
slush drinks. Located near Fancy Pants, 411 W. Water Street. Sponsored by
Kinderhaus. (8)
Varme Pølse, soda pop, bottled water—Located near Yesterday & Today’s
Antiques, 109 W. Water Street. Sponsored by Xi Zeta Omicron Chapter of
Beta Sigma Phi Sorority. (16)
Norwegian Meatballs­—Serving meatballs, chips, beverages and bottled
water. Located near J Tupy’s, 211 W. Water Street. Sponsored by Decorah
High School Cross Country Teams. (9)
Water—Located by Sundance Travel, 401 W. Water Street. Sponsored by
Norman Borlaug Harvest Fest Food Packaging Event . (17)
Moo-Mobile Malts—Strawberry, chocolate & vanilla and many other
flavors. Located near the Oneota Community Co-op, 312 W. Water Street.
Sponsored by Decorah FFA and Boosters. (10)
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“Must See” Attractions
We invite you to enjoy the Decorah area’s many attractions.
For a complete listing visit
www.visitdecorah.com.
Bily Clocks Museum
Porter House Museum
Decorah Fish Hatchery
Seed Savers Exchange
Laura Ingalls Wilder
Park & Museum
Trout Run Trail
Locust School Museum
Vesterheim
Norwegian-American Museum
Meal Locations
Indoor seated meal venues
Dining Locations at Luther College
Luther College Cafeteria, lower level Dahl Centennial Union- All-you-can eat
breakfast 7:00 - 8:30 a.m. $6.50
Friday, July 24:
Smørgåsbord - Decorah Lutheran Church. 309 Winnebago. 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Menu:
Norwegian meatballs, ham, mashed potatoes, gravy, herring (sild), green beans,
coleslaw, relish tray, lefse, rolls, sweet soup, rømmegrøt, cheese, Norwegian pastries,
coffee, iced tea, milk. Adults, $12; children under 10, $6. Air-conditioned dining
room and handicap accessible. Tickets will be available at the church office and
the Chamber of Commerce beginning Monday, July 1. Bus tours welcome! Call
Decorah Lutheran at (563) 382-3601
Saturday, July 25:
Pannekake (Pancake) Breakfast -  All you can eat pancakes with sausage and
beverage. $5.00 per person. 6:30 - 9:30 a.m. 400 Claiborne Dr., Fire Department, City
Hall Building. Sponsored by Decorah Fire Department.
Norwegian Dinner - First Lutheran Church, 604 W. Broadway. Air conditioned
and handicap accessible. Saturday, 4:00 - 7:15 p.m. with reserved seating times.
Meatballs, ham, herring, glazed carrots, parsley potatoes, cheeses, lefse, salads,
sweet soup, rømmegrøt, Norwegian pastries, beverages. Adults, $12; children
10 & under, $6. Advance tickets may be purchased at the church office and the
Chamber of Commerce after July 15. On Friday and Saturday the remaining tickets
will be available all day at the Chamber office until 3:00 p.m. and then at the church
beginning at 3:30 p.m. Groups welcome! Call First Lutheran at 563-382-2638.
We invite you to enjoy the Decorah area’s many restaurants.
For a complete listing visit www.decorahareachamber.com
or call (800) 382-3378.
living folk art
traditions at vesterheim
EXHIBITIONS
In Main Building: Woodworking; rosemaling (decorative painting); bunader
(festive costumes); the 25-ft. ship TradeWind; silver; fine art; furniture; press
gallery; church gallery; military gallery.
In Open Air Division: 12 historic buildings.
Special exhibition: National Exhibition of Folk Art in
the Norwegian Tradition
Showcasing the finest contemporary American
artists working in the Norwegian tradition. Many
pieces are for sale by silent auction. Bids must be
submitted by 4:00 p.m. Saturday, July 25. Visit the
exhibition for details. Sponsored by Decorah Bank &
Trust.
Special exhibition: Chicago Norske Klub
DEMONSTRATIONS AND DISPLAYS
• Ropemaking, psalmodikon (stringed
instrument), woodcut prints,
woodworking, Norwegian-style
filigree jewelry, rosemaling, textile
arts, and more.
• Living Heritage Demonstrators with
blacksmithing, knifeblade forging,
leatherwork, chairmaking, dovetail
chest making, wood carving, figure
carving, and more.
• Norwegian artists—knifemaker
Morten Håkonsen, woodcarver
Torgeir Lirhus, and rosemaler Johild Mæland.
• Viking artisans—flax processing and Viking jewelry making
• Hands-on metal casting with Kelly Ludeking, includes an aluminum pour and
free demonstrations. From 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. create a pattern for your own 4 x
4 inch tile (cost $25). Come and see molten cast aluminum at 1:00 p.m. and 5:00
p.m. You can pick up your castings two hours after they are poured.
Sales
Vesterheim Museum Store:
Open 9:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m., Thursday through Saturday. Sweaters, jewelry, folk art,
cooking supplies, books, and more.
Vesterheim Raffle:
Folk Art Raffle of a skinnfell blanket by Norwegian artist Britt Solheim.
Tickets on sale at Vesterheim. Drawing at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday.
Viking River Cruise Raffle. Your choice of 3 romantic European
cruises. Tickets on sale at Vesterheim. Drawing at 3:00 p.m. on
Saturday.
Vesterheim Ribbon-Winning Rosemalers Sales Shop:
Westby-Torgerson Education Center, Gold Medalists Classroom,
third floor, open 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Friday-Saturday. Staffed by
Nisse Rosemalers, Postville, Ia.
Oneota Weavers and Spinners Guild Sales Shop:
Westby-Torgerson Education Center, third floor, open 9:00 a.m.5:00 p.m., Friday-Saturday. Hand-felted Santas and Christmas
ornaments/figures, hand-woven rugs, scarves/shawls, table
runners, and more.
Liz Bucheit:
Westby-Torgerson Education Center, Bruening Visitor Center, open
9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Friday-Saturday. Trunk show of jewelry with sølje and
demonstrations of Norwegian-style filigree jewelry.
Country Gallery Antiques: Westby-Torgerson Education Center, third floor, open 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., FridaySaturday. Specializing in Scandinavian antiques—textiles, jewelry, decorated
woodenware, sewing tools, kitchenware, prints, and painted furniture.
Demonstrators:
Many demonstrators around the museum campus will be selling their artwork.
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Sporting Events
Elveløpet—The River Run, 5K walk/run, 15K run. Early
registration accepted at Main Visitor Center until noon on
Friday— early registration entry fee is $30. Late registration
accepted Friday 6:00-9:00 p.m., City Hall and Saturday 6:307:00 a.m. Canopy 5 —late entry fee is $35. Elveløpet starts at
7:30 a.m. Saturday.
Kanoløpet—Sign up for some fun along the beautiful
Upper Iowa River. The Kanelopet is a canoe race from OFF
The Driftless, 2012 Pulpit Rock Road to the Twin Bridges
located on 5th Street. The race will have two divisions determined by the combined
ages of the participants in each canoe. For canoes with a combined age of participants
(2/canoe max) 35 and under will be in the youth division, while 36 and up will compete
in the adult division. The first canoe to pass under the Twin Bridges will be declared the
winner. The race will begin at 6:30 p.m on Friday. Registrations may be completed at the
Chamber of Commerce and must be completed by 5:00 p.m on Friday. Cost is $30 per
person and includes canoe, life jackets and paddles. Those who provide their own canoe
may enter for $20.
Kubb Tournament—The Nordic Fest Kubb Tournament is
back and set for Saturday, July 25.Kubb (pronounced koob) is
a backyard game of Scandinavian origin. Some call it “Viking
Chess” and play involves throwing round sticks at rectangular
blocks. Simple—yes, but strategy and skills enhance the
game. Kubb can be easily picked up by anyone from 80-yearolds to 8-year-olds. Teams can range from 1 to 6 people. Winners will receive a trophy,
lefse and possible other prizes. Location for all events is the Decorah Middle School.
Championship Bracket: Registration 8-9:00 a.m.; 9:15 a.m. - rules announced & play
begins! $30 per team (teams of 2 to 6 people) * US Kubb National Rules apply, a
modified Swiss chess tournament set will be used. “I was at the Parade” Tournament:
New Format this year. Each team guaranteed 4 games and those that want to stick
around will be continuing in the modified Swiss system. Play stars at 3:00 p.m. using
some of the pitches from earlier in the day. Registration is from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. At
3:00 p.m., a random draw for seeds will take place. Games will be played in a best of
one challenge or a 30 min game. At the end of 30 min, tie-breakers will come into play.
This year you will be playing for the Mini-Midwest Championships. There will be Kuub
shirts available for purchase for $10. Food & drink will be available for purchase onsite,
restrooms nearby, and very little shade - so bring lots of water or your own pop-up-tent. Lutefisk Eating Contest—At the Courthouse Square,
Saturday 3:00 p.m. Put your lutefisk eating skills to the test in
this competition. No registration or fee just show up ready to
down that lutefisk.
Nordic Rock Throw—Saturday 1:00 p.m.,
Decorah Middle School field. There are 3
weight classes for men (50 lb. rock for up to
160 lbs.; 75 lb. rock for 161-210 lbs.; 100 lb.
rock for over 210 lbs.) and 1 weight class for women (50 lb. rock for all
weights). Must be at least 18 years of age. Entry fee: $2.00. 400 block of
River St. next to Decorah Middle School.
Molkky—A yard game that involves throwing a wooden baton at pins
to accumulate points. The rules of the game are simple and anyone of
any ability or age can play. Finland has a large Molkky following with many clubs and
tournaments, along with the world championships. Demonstrations will start at 3:00
p.m., Friday and tournament at 5:00 p.m., Friday. Tournament is open to anyone from
ages 8 to 80. Entrants can confirm through usmolkky.com, [email protected] or
calling 218-640-2063.
Area Tours
Yard and Garden Tours—Sponsored by the Decorah
Town & Country Garden Club. Friday: 9:00 a.m. – Noon.
Saturday, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Freewill offering.
1.Alan & Julie Johnson, 1605 Highway 9 East, DecorahAfter living in Texas and South Carolina, the Johnsons have
learned how to create a beautiful yard and productive
garden in northeast Iowa. Directions: From the Walmart
corner, take Highway 9 east of Decorah 2.9 miles.
2. Rob and Julie Fischer, 712 West Main Street, DecorahThe Fischers have optimized their limited space to do
organic gardening and raise an amazing combination
of fruits, vegetables, and flowers. Directions: From the
courthouse, proceed west on Main Street 5 blocks.
3. Don and Mary Ann Gloe, 801 Ridge Road, Decorah- View
a charming and whimsical yard on the edge of the woods
which incorporates a few surprises. Directions: From the
bridge on College Drive, continue west. Take the 5th street
to the right (Ridge Road) and proceed up the hill.
Friday Morning Butterfly Garden Walk: 7:00-9:00 a.m.— A volunteer will be at the prairie on Friday July 25 from
7:00 to 9:00 a.m. to answer any of your questions. Driving
Directions: Follow College Drive over the bridge, turn
left onto 5th Ave. Drive 5 blocks to Ohio Street, turn left. Follow Ohio Street past Aase
Haugen over the dike about 2 blocks, where parking is available. Watch for the Prairie
Sign at the Ohio street turn and also on the pole going over the dike.
Trollheim: Tur til fots (Tour of Troll Trails)—The 2014 Trollheim: Tur
til fots is a guided tour (approx. one hour) to three of the city’s most
notable sites in order to experience all known varieties of the Trolls
inhabiting the Decorah area. Experienced Trollologists will explain
natural and pioneer history, plus share Troll Tales while creating an
informative, enjoyable Fest adventure not to be missed. Participants
should wear sturdy shoes for a ½ mile hike as a side excursion to the van tour. Friday 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30 a.m. and 1:00, 1:30, 2:00, 2:30, 3:00 p.m. Saturday
1:30, 2:00, 2:30, 3:00 p.m. Reservations and information at the Main Information
Center. No charge. *All tours depart from Water Street in front of Vesterheim Museum.
Recommended for children 4 and up and adults able to walk uneven terrain at a
moderate pace.
Nisse on the Trail—Looking for a Nordic Fest
Adventure? Join in on an exciting, free scavenger
hunt perfect for everyone! 10 mischievous gnomes
are hiding all along the Trout Run Trail, enjoying the
scenery and spying on the passing bikers and walkers. Find as many as you can and
you’ll be entered into a drawing for fabulous prizes. Don’t forget your camera and
smiles: additional prizes will be awarded in several photo contest categories! Maps
and further details will be available at the Decorah Chamber of Commerce, 507 W.
Water St. beginning Monday, July 21st and throughout Nordic Fest.
Locust School Tours—The Locust School Museum will be open Friday, Saturday
and Sunday from 1:00 4:00 p.m. during Nordic Fest. The address is 1640 Big Canoe
Road (corner of W38 and A26). It is 10 miles NE of Decorah. The school is owned and
operated by the Winneshiek County Historical Society. It was built in 1854 and used
until 1962. It is not handicap accessible.
Continuous Events
ArtHaus Art Fair—ArtHaus is lucky to have made its home in an area that values and
supports a thriving community of professional artists. Stop by for a sample of what
the local talent has to offer. Enjoy one-of-a-kind jewelry, prints, ceramics, photography,
fiber work and much more at ArtHaus (508 W. Water St.) and the ArtHaus Studio (516 W.
Water St.) Thursday 4:00-7:00 p.m.; Friday 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. ; Saturday noon-6:00 p.m.
Decorah FFA Kiddie Barnyard—Friday and Saturday until 5:00 p.m. All kids welcome!
No charge. 400 block of River St. next to Decorah Middle School.
Decorah Genealogy Library and the Winneshiek County Historical Archives—
will be open on Thursday and Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. We do not open on
the weekend because of our staff being involved in other Nordic Fest activities.
Kids Activities—Friday and Saturday throughout the day. Bouncy House, dunk tank,
balloon launch and more. 400 block of River St. next to Decorah Middle School.
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Norwegian-American Genealogical Center—In Vesterheim’s library (2nd floor of
Westby-Torgerson Education Center): open from 9:00 a.m.-noon and 1:00-5:00 p.m. on
Friday and Saturday. Representatives from the center, located in Madison, Wis., will be
on hand to offer genealogical research advice.
Troll Badeland—Water play area for kids at Northeast Iowa Montessori School, 418
W Water Street. Family-friendly zone with free sunscreen, wipes, and other Little Troll
necessities. No charge. 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Friday and 1:00-5 :00 p.m.Saturday.
Trolls Trolley (Pokey Pete) — Tickets sold at corner of Washington and Water
Streets. Friday, 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to parade and after parade 6:30 p.m. Sponsored by Lions Club.
Nordic Fest Members
viking CLuB
($750 & up)
Decorah Bank & Trust Co.
Pete & Kari Espinosa /
The Bottletree Laundromat
Family Table
Hacker, Nelson & Co. P.C., CPA’s
SPoNSoR
($500 - $749)
Aase Haugen Foundation
Choice Employment Services/
Carrie & Patrick Dahlquist
DECO Products
Mark & Lois Finanger
Larry & Diane Grimstad
Luther College
Mabe’s Pizza/ Steve & Connie White
Cal & Betty Anderson
Mark & Jenny Olson
Drew & Cheryl Pellett
Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum
Winneshiek County Convention & Visitors Bureau
Wellington Place and Assisted Living, Decorah,
Iowa—Proud Member of Winneshiek Emergency
Preparedness Coalition
nordic flag donors
Keith Christensen & Dawn
Deines-Christensen
Richard & Joie Cole
Decorah Bank & Trust Co.
Goodwill Industries of NEIA
Larry & Diane Grimstad
Jon & Mary Hart
Java John’s Coffee House
Thor & Darlen Jondahl
Marilyn Jones
Mabe’s Pizza/ Steve & Connie
White
end0wments
Keith Christensen & Dawn Deines-Christensen
Decorah Bank & Trust Co.
Rebecca Hanna
Glenn Nelson
Lester & Evie Peterson—In Memory of Dawn Peterson Patino
Wilbur & Eunice Stoen
PATRoN
($250 - $499)
Alliant Energy
Anderson Law Office
Anundsen Publishing Co.
Bank of the West
Duane & Eileen Bruening
David & Brenda Carlson
Chiropractic Offices/Dr. Kelly Reagan
Decorah Chick Hatchery, Inc.
Decorah Rental, Inc.
Fjelstul Funeral Home
Gundersen Health Systems- Decorah Clinic
Jon & Mary Hart
Jerry & Sally Haugen
Marilyn M. Holland
Law Offices of Anderson, Wilmarth, Van Der Maaten, Belay,
Fretheim, Gipp & Zahasky
Paul Hudson State Farm Agency
JB Holland Construction
Joe Welch Equipment
Lynch BBQ Company
Norwegian Mutual Insurance
Oneota Valley Family Eye Care
In memory of Gary Svenson
Rockwell Collins
Viking State Bank & Trust
Wicks Construction, Inc.
in kind contributors
Nordic Fest gratefully acknowledges the individuals, businesses and
organizations that support the celebration through their contributions of
supplies and services.
Ace Hardware
Anderson, Wilmarth, Van Der Maaten,
Belay & Fretheim
Bank of the West
Bodensteiner Implement Company
Bruening Rock Products
John Condon
Dallas Brusse
Decorah Bank & Trust Co.
Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce
Decorah Community Schools
Decorah Fire Department
Decorah Kawasaki
Decorah Newspapers
Decorah Police Department
Decorah Street Department
Hacker, Nelson & Co., P.C.
Hovden Oil
Iowa Rotocast
IROC Web Design
KDEC Radio
KVIK Radio
Luther College
Tim Lynch
M&M Lawn and Leisure
Malcom Enterprises
Olsgard Auto
Olson Explosives
Randy Olson D.D.S.
Oneota Community Food Co-op
Peterson Photography
Reiser Implement
Rockweiler Appliances
Snap Marketing LLC
Spahn & Rose Lumber
Vanberia
Winneshiek County Fair Board
Zelda Productions
Special thank you to the countless volunteers who give their time,
talent and energy to the Fest.
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SuSTAiNER
($100 - $249)
A & J Petersburg Agency
Marilyn’s Hallmark Shop
David & Kathy Bakken
Meyer, Lorentzen & Nelson
Bank of the West
Modish
Donald & Barbara J. Berg
Sherry & Marc Nichols
Beyond the Bar Bakery
Weston Noble
Amy & Keith Bruening
Nordic Express/Burls
Bruening Rock Product
Northeast Security Bank
Dr. Jim & Jane Bullard
Randall Olson, DDS
Joseph & Ingrid Callaghan
Dale & Judy Peter
Fritz & Loma Carlson
Ken Procter
Beverly & Elliott Christen
Rich & Erica Reiser
Keith Christensen & Dawn
Deines-Christensen
Frank & Jo Marie Riha
Decorah Chevrolet, Cadillac,
Inc.
Dirk Rosholt
Decorah Rotary Club
Decorah Tire Service Inc.
Donlon Health Mart
Pharmacy
Alan & Sue Ellickson
Clayton Engen
Ed & Joyce Epperly
Erdman Engineering, P.C.
Kent & Lois Finanger
Jane & Irv Forster
Friest & Assoc. Realtors
Bev Crumb-Gesme & Ron
Gesme
Chuck & Ranae Gipp
Kim & Mary Glock
Mark & Christine GowdyJaehnig
Ben & Padrin Grimstad
Paul & Carol Hasvold
Hotel Winneshiek
Marilyn Jones
David & Gail Judisch
Dave & Kris Kratz
La Rana
Kevin & Mini Locke
Tim & Mary K. Lynch
Dan & Ann Mansfield
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Robert & Lucille Rosholt
David & Joy Roslien
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ATM CASH for Nordic Festivities
Downtown locations: Decorah Bank, 202 E. Water St. • Oneota Food Co-op, 312 W. Water St.
Decorah Bank Drive-thru, 1006 Division St. • Luther College, Centennial Union
Nordic Express, 1101 Montgomery St. • Winneshiek Medical Center, 901 Montgomery St.
Casey’s General Stores, Hwy 9 & Old Stage Rd. and 401 College Dr.
Rubaiyat Restaurant
Marion Rude
Kevin & Leslie Sand
Randy & Cindy Schissel
Schluter-Balik Funeral Home
Neil & Ruth Schraeder
Brad & Amy Schwartz
Sims TV & Electronics
Sons of Norway - Valdres
Lodge No. 503
St. Benedict Rosary Society
Larry & Deanna Stevenson
Diann Svenson-in memory of
Gary
T-Bock’s Sports Bar & Grill
Bob & Pat Usgaard
Hacker, Nelson & Co. p.c.
certified public accountants
and business consultants
Joseph A. Bouska, cpa
Kenneth R. Keune
Neil W. Schraeder
563 382-3637 • 123 W. Water St., Decorah, Ia
[email protected]
Janice & Allen Vik
Wal-Mart
Wayne & Phyllis Wasta
Jim & Caroline Weis
Weis Buick GMC, Inc.
Winneshiek Medical Center &
Mayo Clinic Health System
Winneshiek True Value
Winneshiek Wildberry Winery
Breakfast
Served
All Day
Hours: 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Everyday
817 Mechanic Street, Decorah, Iowa • 563 382-2964
BooSTER ($50 - $99)
Jim & Martha Alm
Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc.
David Olson & Associates
Richard & Barbara Amundson
Sarah W. Andersen
Marilyn Anderson
Karl & Sylvia Aschim
John C. Bale
Owen & Naomi Bekkum
Nikki & Brandon Brevig
Collyn & Renee Bridges
William & Karen Brown
Barbara M. Buckton
Kari & Jim Burns
Casper Plumbing and Heating
Richard & Joie Cole
Rick & Denise Cook
Copyland
Tom & Vanessa Courtney
Pat & Mike Dahly
Mark & Vicki Donhowe
Dale & Arlene Dougherty
Richard Drackley
Doug & Georgiann Eckheart
Karla & Lindsay Erdman
Ronald & Mary Fadness
Farmers & Merchants Savings Bank
- Decorah & Waukon
Elwin & Helen Farwell
Michael & Patricia Fitzgerald
Tom & Marj Fjelde
Ruth Fjelstad
Jerry Freund & Ann Highum
Thomas Houdek
Carol & Rich Gaard & Christina
Jerry & Elaine Gipp
Craig & Cristel Gjerde
Ruth & James Glesne
Goodwill Industries of NEIA
Sue & Jim Haemker
Dean & LaRue Hagen
Bradley & Marion Hanson
Mike & Sandra Harman
Harman Realty INC.
Vern & Jean Hillesland
Inspire(d) Media LLC
J Tupy’s on Water Street
Lyle & Babe Jacobson
Steven & Barbara Johnson
Curt & Tess Johnson
KDEC 1240 FM 100.5
KPVL
Kirk & Shirley Larsen
Rich & Penny Leake
Jason & Laura Lemke
LetterWerks Sign City LLC
Jim & Renee Lillibridge
Lyle & Sue Luzum
Jim & Kris Lynch
Margarets
Robert M. McQueen
Milkhouse Candle & Gifts
Larry & LaVonne Monson
Corinne & Harland Nelson
Cy & Ramona Nelson
Ness Pumping Service & Porta
Potty Rentals
Paul & Bev Nichols
Northeast Iowa Telephone Co.
Howard & Sharron Omdahl
Once Upon A Time Bookshop/
Marlys Lien
Oneota Community Food Co-op
Lyle & Sue Otte
Perry Novak Electric Inc.
Verna Peterson
Francis & Marilyn Peterson
Scott & Lori Pierce
Putnam Law Office
Harley & Norma Refsal
Phil & Ruth Reitan
Rockweiler Appliance & TV
Rosemary & Frank Roehl
Linus & Sue Rothmeyer
Gary & Beverly Rustad
Pat Seckar
St. Benedict Parish
Wilbur & Euny Stoen
Don & Sally Stromseth
David & Donna Svenson
Dean & Karen Teslow
John & Karen Tjostem
Patrick & Karen Trewin
Viking Realtors/Tade Kerndt
Marilyn Wahlberg
Wayne & Margaret Walter
Wendy’s on Water
Berni & Colleen Wetli
Barb & Jeff Wettach
Rev. George & Marjorie Wharton
Troy & Michelle Whitehill
Winneshiek Title & Abstract Co.
Chris & Karen Wyse
Peter and Ellen Zimmerman
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Visit Vesterheim!
• World-class exhibitions and amazing folk art
• Immigrant history, Vikings, and demonstrations
• Hands-on activities for young visitors and more
Vesterheim
The National Norwegian-American
Museum & Heritage Center
502 W. Water St. • 563-382-9681 • vesterheim.org
Luther College provides transformational experiences that
inspire students to connect faith with learning, freedom
with responsibility, and life’s work with service.
Mabe’s Pizza & Restaurant
Open 7 days a week 11 a.m. - closing
• Fast, free delivery limited area
• Party Rooms available
• We feature a full menu
382-4297 • 110 E. Water St., Decorah
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Deco Products • 506 Sanford St. • 563 382-4264 • decoprod.com
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MEMBERS
Julie & Ron Ahrens
Norm & Dorothy Aldridge
Dave & Jill Amdahl
Don & Phyllis Arendt
Gerald & JoAnn Aulwes
Vernon & Donna Bahr
Nate & Leah Barber
Deborah Bishop
Boy Scout Troop 66
Janet Osmundson Boyenga
Lyle & Marybeth Cary
Adrienne & Paul Coffeen
John & Audrey Dahle
Barbara & Jim Dale
Decorah Genealogy Assoc.
Decorah Mobile Glass Inc.
Rik & Marcia Engebretson
Lois Estrem
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July 28-30, 2016
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
If you are interested in volunteering
to help with next year’s
50th Nordic Fest or making a
Flag Donation, please contact the
Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce
507 W. Water Street
(563) 382-3990
[email protected]
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