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Nyheter fra Norge
Nyheter
SV vil ha Vinmonopolet overalt
norwegian american weekly
Nesten 10,000 i 1. maitoget
SV vil pålegge Vinmonopolet å åpne
polutsalg i alle norske kommuner som
ønsker det. Det er dermed en ny vending for partiet som har vært kjent for
rødvinsdrikkende medlemmer, men
med ganske restriktivt syn på alkoholpolitikk: — Når vi i fellesskap har bestemt at alkohol skal selges fra vinmonopol og ikke i dagligvarebutikkene
må vi ta konsekvensen av det, og sørge
for at det er polutsalg der folk bor, sier
stortingsrepresentant Heikki Eidsvoll Holmås (SV). I dag bor rundt 90
prosent av befolkningen i de 240 kommunene som har fått vedtatt polutsalg.
Rundt 100 kommuner ønsker seg pol,
mens 80 ikke har ytret noe ønske om
dette. Vinmonopolet regner med at et
sted bør ha rundt 2,000 innbyggere og
8-10 forretninger med årlig omsetning
på rundt 100 millioner for at polutsalg
skal lønne seg. Rundt 30 norske kommuner har under 1,000 innbyggere,
og vil dermed slite med å kunne ha
lønnsomme polutsalg. Holmås legger inn pol-forslaget sitt i Stortinget
sammen partikolega Kirsti Bergstø fra
Finnmark. De den nye polstandarden
med 200 varer passer godt i de minste
kommunene.
(VG)
Man må 25 år tilbake i tid for å finne et bedre oppmøte i 1. maiarrangementet
Norwegian-pilot vant sak mot
selskapet etter å ha falt på isen
Russen skal få gratis vaksine
Norwegian må betale 530,000 kroner
i erstatning til en pilot som ble skadet
i en ulykke i 2011. Både morselskap
og datterselskap har arbeidsgiveransvar, slår dommen fast. Pilotens skader
førte til at han ikke lenger kunne utføre
sitt vanlige arbeid. Han falt på isen og
skadet knærne. Asker og Bærum ting
rett har i en fersk dom kommet fram
til at piloten likevel skulle fått tilbud
om annet arbeid i bedriften, og at dette
ansvaret både lå på morselskapet Norwegian Air Shuttle og datterselskapet
Norwegian Air Norway. — Retten
har tatt stilling til om Norwegian Air
Shuttle ASA (NAS) fortsatt har arbeidsgiveransvar etter at pilotene ble
overført til datterselskapet Norwegian
Air Norway (NAN). Konklusjonen er
at NAS utøver reelle funksjoner som
arbeidsgiver og derfor må anses som
arbeidsgiver på lik linje med NAN,
sier Horn Johannessen.
(Aftenposten)
Bjørnar Moxnes fra Rødt Oslo vil ha et vendepunkt i kampen mot forskjells-Norge.
NRK
Rundt 9,500 personer ble talt av en lettere overrasket Roijordet.
— Jeg tror det er en reaksjon på den sittende regjeringens politikk. Folk tyr til gatene for å protestere.
— Ja, kom igjen, oppfordret tidligere
Foto: Håvard Grønli / NRK
partisekretær og nå byrådslederkandidat i
Oslo Arbeiderparti, Raymond Johansen, da
han sto på talerstolen på Youngstorget og
fikk applaus fra nesten 10,000 tilhørerne.
Han mener 1. mai først og fremst er en
internasjonal solidaritetsdag, men også en
god dag for å snakke om hvordan vi vil ha
det i fremtiden.
Han innledet derfor talen med å snakke
om båtflyktningene, og hvordan Norge bør
hjelpe syrere både i nærområdene og her i
landet.
For hovedstaden er ambisjonen å skape
byen med det store hjertet, små forskjeller og
muligheter for alle, sa han foran et stort publikum i mai-sola.
Didrik Beck, leder AUF i Oslo, var
første taler ved Pionerstatuen. Han benyttet
blant annet anledningen til å gjenta partiets standpunkt om å ta i mot 10,000 syriske
flyktninger.
Ole Jacob Bae Næss fra Rød Ungdom
har valgt støtte til havnearbeiderne som sin
kampsak i dag.
— Denne dagen er viktig for meg for å
passe på at arbeidere har de rettighetene de
skal ha. Veldig mange havnearbeidere streiker nå, og jeg ønsker å vise støtte til dem. Arbeidsplassene deres trenger å være bra, det er
de ikke akkurat nå, sier Bae Næss.
For Oslos vedkommende er «Nytt
flertall i Oslo—ja til offentlig velferd og
mindre forskjeller» hovedparolen.
English Synopsis: Almost 10,000 people gathered in
Oslo this year for the May Day parade. Topics of discussion included Syrian refugees and worker rights.
Fylkestinget i Buskerud har vedtatt at russen skal få gratis vaksine neste år
Aftenposten
Vedtaket kommer etter at det forrige uke
ble oppdaget smittsom hjernehinnebetennelse hos russ i Drammen.
Kommunikasjonsansvarlig for Buskerud sykehus, Birgitte Gransæther, opplyser at pasienten som ble syk tidligere i uken
er i bedring, og at det ikke er andre som er
innlagt ved sykehuset med symptomer på
hjernehinnebetennelse.
— Det gjør et sterkt inntrykk å lese om
dem som er smittet av hjernehinnebetennelse. Vi ønsker å unngå at samme situa
sjon oppstår neste år. Derfor vil vi gi gratis
vaksine til russen, sier Iselin Haugo, leder i
hovedutvalget for utdanning i Buskerud fylkeskommune.
Vaksinen koster 450 kroner og er frivillig for alle elever. Fylkeskommunen anslår
at gratis vaksinering vil koste rundt 1 million
kroner.
Folkehelseinstituttet opplyser at drøyt
halvparten av årets russ har tatt vaksine mot
hjernehinnebetennelse denne sesongen.
Kjersti Toppe, Senterpartipolitiker og
lege synes det er både spesielt og bra at en
fylkeskommune satser på forebygging og er
villig til å prioritere en million til vaksine til
russen.
Hun mener at det kan virke sosialt
utjevnende at vaksiner blir gratis, og mener
man bør diskutere nasjonalt om det har verdi
å tilby en slik vaksine til alle russ, uansett
hvilket fylke de bor i.
English Synopsis: After a russ in Drammen was infected with meningitis, the Buskerud County Parliament has decided to offer free meningitis vaccines to
all russ next year.
Russ feirer 17. mai i Oslo i 2002.
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Bad marks for Norwegian schools
Australian Professor of Education John Hattie
believes these institutions are performing badly
Sarah Bostock
The Foreigner
The University of Melbourne Professor and director of the Melbourne Education
Research Institute, was recently in southern
Norway’s Kristiansand. He held a lecture for
teachers, school management, politicians,
bureaucrats, and other interested people.
Smaller classes, level sharing, mixedage classes, school choice, computer-assisted instruction, and summer schools are not
particularly effective, Aftenposten wrote.
Professor Hattie, who has written Visible
Learning, has covered 800 meta-analyses of
nearly 50,000 studies in his 2009 book.
Which measures give students most
learning is the major question. He calculates
the learning effect of 138 different variables,
which are given a value of between -0.34 and
1.4. He says one should not prioritize measures with a learning effect of less than 0.4.
The leading academic has also told publication TES that teachers should not try to
conduct their own research in the classroom
and leave the job to academics, rather. “Researching is a particular skill. Some of us
took years to gain that skill. Asking teachers
to be researchers? They are not.”
Professor Hattie also said that he thought
there was a danger that schools were trying
to become too theoretical. “They are more
obsessed about how they ride a bike than
whether they can ride a bike well,” he said.
Photo: svonog / Wikimedia Commons
Computer-aided learning, like this interactive
whiteboard, may not be helping students.
Autonomous transport coming?
Technological
advancements may
mean vehicles and
airports of the future
will be automated
Michael Sandelson
The Foreigner
“The technology is there, which means
it’s possible. We’ve done a feasibility study
looking at state-of-the-art automation within
the agricultural, air, maritime, vehicle, and
military sectors,” senior SINTEF research
scientist Dr. Gunnar Deinboll Jenssen tells
The Foreigner.
Moreover, the two regional airports of
Røst and Værøy in northern Norway’s Nordland County have been used as test facilities
for remotely-operated control towers, which
«
were handled from a center in Oslo.
According to Jenssen at the Trondheimbased research company, the Ministry of
Transport and Communications is to increase
the number following this successful trial.
There are no foreign
lands. It is the traveler
only who is foreign.
– Robert Louis Stevenson
»
Photo: Norbert Aepli / Wikimedia Commons
Nissan autonomous car prototype (using a Nissan Leaf electric car) exhibited at the Geneva
Motor Show 2014.
See > transport, page 6
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May 8, 2015 • 3
This week in brief
Norway provides NOK 130 million to Nepal
earthquake victims
Prime Minister Erna Solberg has announced that Norway is providing an
additional NOK 100 million in emergency relief to the earthquake victims
in Nepal. This comes in addition to the
NOK 30 million donated previously.
Norway is already one of the largest donors to the UN Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) and
the Disaster Relief Emergency Fund
(DREF) of the International Federation
of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC). These are funds that the UN
and IFRC can draw on immediately
when major crises arise. The Norwegian
Refugee Council’s emergency standby
roster Norcap has already been asked
to assist, and a team has been deployed.
(Norway Post / NRK)
Unemployment levels mean probable
interest cut
Handelsbanken believes that Norway’s
central bank will lower the basic rate of
interest further. Norges Bank’s current
key policy rate stands at 1.25 percent,
set in December 2014.
Economists had anticipated a cut
at last month’s meeting. May 7 is the
date for the next one. “The labor market
is weakening faster than what Norges
Bank has foreseen; we expect a rate
cut next week,” Marius Gonsholt Hov,
macroeconomic expert at Handelsbanken says in a statement.
Based on the January-March average, the Labor Force Survey (LFS)
showed that unemployment rose by
a further 3,000 people (employment
shrunk by 11,000 people, the labor force
declined by 8,000 people). This brought
February’s jobless rate to 4.1 percent of
the labor force. The level of unemployment is now at its highest since 2005.
Hov expresses concern about the
weak employment figures, and remarks
that the latest labor market figures show
that the economy is weakening at a faster pace than Norges Bank envisaged.
This development is what strengthens Handelsbanken’s view that another
interest rate cut is in view.
“We must, however, underline that
there is great uncertainty around our
expectations for a rate cut next week.
Norges Bank may prefer to wait until
June,” Hov concludes.
(Michael Sandelson / The Foreigner)
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Business
Wood that’s better than the real thing
Kebony AS’s scientific process turns soft woods into durable and beautiful hardwoods
Rasmus Falck
Oslo, Norway
This company has been included in the
Global Cleantech 100 list in 2014 for the
fourth time, and was named as a Technology
Pioneer by the World Economic Forum. It is
represented in the U.S. by Pine River Group
in St. Claire, Michigan, specialists in supplying timber for the marine, agriculture, and
construction industry.
The Norwegian company started in 1996
under the name World Polymer Technologies. A pilot production facility opened in
2003, and from 2004 to 2007 they delivered
products to multiple large, high-profile construction projects in Norway. In 2007 they
changed their name to Kebony, and started
construction of an industrially scaled plant,
which was opened in 2009. The company
is headquartered in Oslo, with a production
facility in Skien. They are employing about
60 people and have subsidiaries in Denmark
Oslo Børs: Week at a Glance
Exchange Rates
Winners
(May 4, 2015)
Norsk Kr.
Dansk Kr. Svensk Kr. Islandsk Kr.
Canadian $
Euro
7.5807
6.6906
8.3646
131.92
1.2112
0.8964
and Sweden and sales representatives in Germany, France, the UK, and the U.S.
Their patented wood modification process is the result of many years of R&D in
collaboration with universities. The products
are created through the Kebonization process, in which sustainable softwoods are impregnated with a natural bio-waste liquid and
heat, resulting in alteration of the cell structure from nondurable to a highly durable
new wood. This gives Kebony comparable,
and often superior, attributes to technological hardwood. Kebony has been the choice
of leading architects and the New York City
Department of Parks and Recreation, due
to its durability and great aesthetic, for the
Hunters Point in Queens. The boardwalk is
exposed to the vagaries of the city’s weather
from 100 degree heat in summer to winter
temperatures as low as zero.
The demand for the company’s wood
has steadily increased over recent years, and
the company has seen average growth of 30
Name
Norwegian Energy Co.
Blom
Thin Film Electronics
InterOil
REC Silicon
NOKChange
0.76 18.75%
18.0012.50%
6.80 10.57%
0.307.14%
2.25 6.64%
Losers
Name
NOKChange
Scana Industrier
0.44 -35.29%
Polarcus0.34 -10.53%
Archer
2.63 -5.73%
1.65 -5.71%
Bergen Group
Avocet Mining
0.55 -5.17%
For detailed information about the Oslo Børs, visit www.dn.no.
Photo: Øyvind Holmstad / Wikimedia Commons
A well-weathered deck made of Kebony wood.
percent p.a. in the last five years. Conservation is not just a passing consumer trend; it is
now mandated by law. The European Union
timber legislation, which bans illegal forestry products from entering the market, came
into effect in March 2013.
In October, Kebony closed an investment round of eight million euro with new
investor Investinor and matched by capital
from six investors. The investment will support Kebony’s international growth, including developing new production capacity beyond its base in Norway.
One of the investors said that Kebony is
an example company to invest in: “This is a
timely investment for us as Kebony takes its
sustainable, high performance wood to fulfill
the demand in new, international markets.”
Rasmus Falck is a strong
innovation and entrepreneurship advocate. The
author of “What do the
best do better” and “The
board of directors as a
resource in SME,” he received his masters degree
from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He
currently lives in Oslo, Norway.
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sports
Jacobsen and Bardal hang up their skis
Two of Norway’s ski jumping greats wrap up their incredible careers after the 2015 season
Molly Jones
Anders Jacobsen announced his retirement on April 21 after a successful decade
of ski jumping. The 30-year-old athlete first
joined the ranks of the Norwegian sports
heroes when he became the youngest Norwegian to win the Four Hills Tournament in
2006-07. Jacobsen went on to win a total of
10 World Cup medals and a bronze medal in
the Olympics.
This isn’t the first time Jacobsen has decided to retire, though. The ski jumper first
hung up his skis in spring 2011, but came
back to the sport after one season as an expert commentator for NRK. Nevertheless,
Jacobsen seems committed to his decision
this time.
“I feel that I am ready now. I am finished as a ski jumper. I have hung up my
skis. It is a strange feeling. It’s been a very
difficult decision to make,” he said to Norges Skiforbund.
Jacobsen admits that he’s going to miss
ski jumping, but he has chosen to prioritize
time with his family over time spent training
and traveling.
“I’ve thought about it a lot, and spent
a lot of time—especially at Easter—in the
mountains with my family. With my kids
and wife. Now I see that is time to start a
new chapter,” he continues.
He doesn’t know what this next chapter
Photo: Tor Atle Kleven / Wikimedia
Anders Jacobsen after winning the Norwegian
ski jumping championship January 19, 2010.
Photo: Bjoertvedt / Wikimedia
Anders Bardal at Holmenkollen, Oslo, during
FIS World Cup Ski Jumping, March 11, 2012.
will entail just yet, but he’s looking forward
to moving on and challenging himself with
something new.
“I have been at the World Cup level for
nine years, won the Four Hills Tournament,
and—last but not least—taken a World Cup
gold in Falun with the team. I’m happy, I’m
satisfied, and I’m ready to start on something
new.”
But he isn’t the only Norwegian ski
jumper exchanging his skis for more time
with family. Just a month before Jacobsen’s
announcement, 32-year-old Anders Bardal
announced his retirement after 25 years in
the sport and 15 years at World Cup level.
Throughout his exceptional career, Bardal won two Olympic bronze medals and
seven World Cup medals, in addition to an
overall World Cup championship.
“I’ve always said that I would retire as
long as it’s still going well. It is neither the
joy of the sport nor physical conditions that
aren’t holding up anymore, but I know good
well what is required of an athlete at my level. I no longer feel that I have 100 percent
motivation and the desire to put in what is
Sports News & Notes
Cycling: Nordhaug wins Tour de
Yorkshire
Lars Petter Nordhaug became the first ever
overall winner of the cycling race Tour de
Yorkshire on Sunday, May 3.
(NRK)
Football: Molde beats Strømsgodset
Molde won 3-1 over Strømsgodset in the
fifth round of Tippeligaen on April 29. The
visitors from Drammen started off the strongest. Péter Kovács secured the 1-0 lead for
Strømsgodset after only 13 minutes. Mohamed Elyounoussi scored two, while Ola
Kamara scored the first goal for Molde.
(NRK)
Football: Rosenborg leads Tippeligaen
Rosenborg tops the table with a big lead after
a 3-2 win over Start on April 30. Vålerenga
lost 2-1 to Aalesund at Ullevaal earlier in the
evening, and Lillestrøm won 4-1 in Mjøndalen to take their first victory.
(NRK)
Tippeligaen: Norway’s Premier League
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required to stay a world leader. Therefore,
someone with more motivation and desire
can take my place in the coming years. I
knew that after this year’s World Championship in Falun,” explained Bardal in a press
release.
Bardal doesn’t know exactly what is in
store for his future either, but he does plan to
devote more of his time to his wife and children. And even though Bardal feels it is time
to move on, he looks back on his career with
fond memories. “I am proud and grateful to
have represented Norway in the sport that I
love most,” he said.
Over the years, both Bardal and Jacobsen have been leaders and role models in
Norwegian ski jumping.
“They haven’t been just father figures,
but also leaders, and they have taken some of
the pressure away from the young jumpers.
They are the two most experienced jumpers
we had,” comments ski jumping expert JanErik Aalbu.
Looking forward to next season, NRK’s
ski jumping expert Johan Remen Evensen
thinks that yet another Anders—Anders
Fannemel—might be able to take over as
leader: “He is a guy who dares to speak up
about what he wants. If he continues to deliver the results that he did this season, he
can be an important part of the ski jumping
team in the future.”
Norway’s ski jumping team may be losing the two most-experienced athletes, but
it is also opening doors for future talents to
follow in the tracks of Jacobsen and Bardal.
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< transport
From page 3
“Autonomous winter maintenance vehicles for airports, and eventually roads,
will also be coming, though this is still out
to tender internationally,” he says. “No decision has been made on which solution to
use, but the vehicles would deploy both laser
guidance and zero-vision systems. The latter
maps a 360-degree 3D image.”
Advanced taxi
In other advancements, driver-on-demand taxi service Uber has recently partnered with Carnegie Mellon University in
the U.S. to create the Uber Advanced Technologies Center in Pittsburgh.
The aim is for CMU faculty, staff, students, and Uber technology personnel to
conduct research and development, primarily within mapping, vehicle safety, and autonomy technology, according to the statement.
Website techcrunch.com reports that
self-driving taxis will be built at this robotics research facility. Uber CEO Travis Kalanick has already said that he would replace
drivers with self-driving cars, a prototype of
which Google unveiled last year.
“The reason Uber could be expensive is
you’re paying for the other dude in the car.
When there is no other dude in the car, the
cost of taking an Uber anywhere is cheaper,”
Kalanick told Business Insider.
Reduced costs
A report by the International Transport
Forum has found that eliminating 90 percent
of vehicles on the road by using self-driving
cars will transform cities. This would slash
commuting times and open up acres of land.
In their investigations, scientists at the
Organization for Economic Cooperation and
Development (OECD) examined data on actual car trips in Lisbon, Portugal.
It showed that a fleet of self-driving
“TaxiBots” combined with high-capacity
public transport could render nine out of 10
cars in a mid-sized European city redundant.
“For small and medium-sized cities, it is
conceivable that a shared fleet of self-driving
vehicles could completely obviate the need
for traditional public transport,” the scientists state.
The report’s authors also conclude that
this would eliminate much of a city’s need
for parking, which may reduce the price of
retail goods by about 1 percent if removed.
Parking spaces increase construction
costs, meaning consumers have to foot the
bill in the form of increased prices on rent
and retail goods.
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All the holidays!
Happy Syttende Mai, of
course. But also happy Mother’s
Day to U.S. moms. Enjoy your
pancakes, flowers, and handmade ashtrays!
We at NAW were a bit late
to comemmorate the dodrans
centennial (it means 75th, and
it is your word of the day) of the
beginning of the war in Norway
on April 9, 1940, but there it was.
A happier day to note is the
septuagennial (I’m going to let
you figure that one out yourself,
using math) of the liberation of
Norway after WWII, on May 8,
1945. We’re not sure telling you
to have a “happy” frigjøringsdag
is quite right, but mark it however you see fit.
Gegen Engeland
Dear Editor,
I have with great amusement read the
story by Harald Hansen in your March 14
NAW edition.
It tells about three Norwegian youths
that sailed a small boat to England to join
the Norwegian Navy in England around
1941-42. In the middle of the North Sea they
were stopped by a German torpedo boat
(Schnellboot). Two Germans boarded their
boat to arrest them. Just then, to everyone’s
surprise, two British fighter-planes dropped
bombs on the torpedo boat. Within minutes
the Schnellboot had sunk with apparently no
survivors. With this turn of events the Norwegians arrested the Germans and locked
them downstairs. When the Norwegians arrived in England the Germans were handed
over as prisoners. One can only say: “WOW,
what a turn around. One minute you are on
the way to a German concentration camp,
and minutes later you are free and the Germans are going to prison.”
From 1940 to 1942, more than a thousand Norwegians sailed or motored across
the North Sea to England to continue the
fight against Germany by joining either the
May 8, 2015 • 7
Norwegian or British Army, Navy, or Air
Force. The Norwegians would sail from
small fishing villages on the west coast of
Norway. Most of the Norwegians landed
initially in Shetland. The traffic between the
west of Norway to Shetland was known as
the “Shetlands bus.” The traffic went both
ways, with young men wanting to learn to
fight going west and the other way to Norway with highly trained Norwegian saboteurs. When two Gestapo officers were killed
by two saboteurs on April 28, 1942, in the
small fishing village west of Bergen called
Telavaag, Reichkommisar Josef Terboven
(Hitler’s supreme military leader in Norway)
ordered Telavaag to be burnt to the ground.
All men between 16 and 60 years old were
sent to Sachsenhausen concentration camp.
Only a few came back. Children and old people were sent away to fend for themselves.
If you are ever in Bergen, take a road
trip to Telavaag. (one hour from Bergen).
They have a most interesting museum called
Nordsjofart Museet (Norwegian North Seas
Traffic Museum) and excellent lefse.
Sincerely,
John Brock-Utne
Stanford, CA 94305
[email protected]
Save the NAW
Dear Editor,
As you probably have already gathered,
some Norwegians are also steam locomotive
fans. In my youth, just after the Civil War
:), I used to watch the steam locomotives
thunder by our house approximately 800
feet away. As a kid, watching all the moving
parts, smoke, steam, and flame in the fire box
was the greatest.
My mission today, as a third-generation
Norwegian off theboat, is to help the NAW
stay afloat and keep sailing. I wish you all the
success possible with the Save the NAW financial campaign, and have enclosed a little
penger for the kitty. :)
Hang in there!
Don Landsverk
White Bear Lake, Minn.
Han Ola og Han Per
Dear Editor,
Enclosed is a donation for the Save the
NAW campaign. I especially enjoy the articles written in Norwegian as I taught myself
to read the language as a retirement project.
With a background in English and German,
Norwegian isn’t so hard—except for the expressions that don’t find their way into any
dictionary!
Thank you for a delieghtful reading experience!
Mary Wagner
Meadville, Penn.
Dear Editor,
Please send five copies of NAW to Gladwyn, my youngest sister. When we were
kids, we used to play/act out the story of the
Three Billy Goats Gruff. We would lay a step
ladder across two tree stumps, as a bridge,
then take turns being the troll or the goats.
It would be so much fun if one or two of the
issues you choose to send her had some of
that story in it.
I share my own copies of the Weekly
with my daughter, Nancy. She is the Newsletter Editor of the Norwegian Society of St.
Louis, Mo.
I had ordered copies of a set of Tuss og
Troll books from Astri my Astri for each of
my grandchildren and their children. But
I had to read some of the stories first. That
brought back many memories of my mother,
in my childhood.
Thank you,
Joyce McCracken
Prophetstown, Ill.
Dear Don, Mary, Joyce, and many more!
Tusen takk for your support! The campaign was a huge success, thanks to readers
like you (many more than we could print!). It
has been so gratifying to see the groundswell
of support from this community and to read
the myriad, varied reasons why NAW is important to you.
For a full (as of May 1) list of donors
HEROES, see page S3.
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Editor
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Roots & Connections
Norwegian Language Corner
NORWEGIAN FOLK TALES, FAIRY TALES and TROLLS
Book review:
Lovoll’s deep blue sea
Volume 2
With 21 classic folk tales, fairy tales, and trolls from Norway in Norwegian and English, “Tuss og Troll” is now
serialized in the Norwegian American Weekly’s Norwegian Language Corner. The stories are from the collections
of Peter Christen Asbjørnsen and Jørgen Moe, and retold by Øyvind Dybvad, Gard Espeland, Velle Espeland,
Johannes Farestveit, and Nana Rise-Lynum. Translated by Alexander Knud Huntrods and Odd-Steinar Dybvad
Raneng. Illustrated by Solveig Muren Sanden, Jens R. Nilssen, and Ralph A. Styker. “Tuss og Troll” was edited,
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Photos: Gary G. Erickson
Odd Lovoll, scholar of North America’s Norwegians, has a new book about early Norwegian immigrants who
came to the continent through Canada.
Smeden og kongsdottera
del 2
The Blacksmith and the Princess
part 2
Nei, smeden ville gå åleine. Då han
hadde gått eit stykke, møtte han to gjetslegutar som gjekk der og gjette ein stor
saueflokk. Det var store, gilde sauer med
så lang ull at ho nådde mest ned til marka, og kvar einaste ein av sauene hadde ei
bjølle av kopar.
— Kven er det som eig denne gilde
saueflokken? sa smeden.
— Det er ein stor rise som har tre
hovud og bur i eit koparslott langt inni
skogen, sa gjetslegutane. — Dit må du ikkje fara.
— Det kunne no vera moro å sjå
slottet, sa smeden, og dermed traska han
i veg.
Då han hadde gått eit stykke til, såg
han slottet langt borti skogen, og det var
så blankt at det skein langan lei av det.
Smeden gjekk beint bort til slottet og
banka på.
— Kven er det som bankar på døra
mi? sa risen med grovt mål.
— Du får koma ut og sjå, sa smeden.
— Kjem eg ut, så et eg deg, sa risen,
og med det same kom han ut gjennom
døra. Men smeden hadde det gode sverdet sitt med og hogg til så alle tre hovuda
trilla bortetter. Så gjekk han attende til
tønna. Men han fortalde ikkje noko til
kongsdottera om det som hadde hendt.
Dagen etter ville smeden gå innetter
landet att og sjå seg om. Då han hadde
gått ei stund, møtte han to gjetslegutar
som gjette ein stor ku-bøling. Kyrne var
så feite og blanke at det skein av dei, og
kvar ku hadde ei bjølle av sølv. — Kven eig
desse kyrne? sa smeden.
— Det er ein stor rise som har seks
hovud og bur i eit sølvslott langt inni skogen, sa gjetslegutane. — Dit må du ikkje
fara, elles et han deg opp i ein bit, sa dei.
— Det kunne no vera moro å sjå
slottet, sa smeden, og dermed traska ha
av garde att.
No, the blacksmith wanted to go
alone. When he had gone a while he met
two shepherd boys, who were droving a
large flock of sheep. They were big, finelooking sheep with wool so long that it
reached nearly to the ground, and each
and every one of them had a bell made
of copper around their necks.
“Who owns this wonderful flock of
sheep?” asked the blacksmith.
“It is a massive giant who has three
heads and lives in a castle made of copper, deep in the forest,” said the shepherd boys. “To there you must not go.
“It would be fun to see the castle,”
said the blacksmith as he went off.
When he walked a while further, he
saw the castle far away in the forest, and
it was so shiny that it shone both far and
wide. The blacksmith walked straight to
the door and knocked.
“Who is it banging on my door?” said
the giant in a gruff voice.
“You had better come out and see,”
said the blacksmith.
“If I come out I will eat you,” said the
giant, and with that he came out through
the door. Well, the blacksmith had his
good sword with him, and with that he
struck so hard that the three heads went
rolling down the hill. And then he walked
back to the barrel. But he told nothing to
the princess of what had happened.
The next day, the blacksmith wanted
to go inland again to have a look around.
When he had walked a while, he met two
shepherd boys who were droving a large
herd of cattle. The cattle were so fat and
glossy that it shone from them, and each
cow had a bell made of silver. “Who is the
owner of these cattle?” asked the blacksmith.
“It is a big giant with six heads that
lives in a silver castle deep in the forest,”
said the shepherd boys. “You must not go
there or he will eat you in just one gulp,”
they said.
“It would be fun to see the castle,”
said the blacksmith as he went off.
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Lovoll describes the unfolding of events
to this period of time, with its unintended and
Social historian Professor Odd S. Lo- intended consequences, in a manner not like
voll’s latest book is a jewel, teased from be- a watercolorist laying down a transparent
tween the crevices of time and space lying background, foreground and sky, but rather
amidst the years of published research done more like a prosecuting attorney producing
by earlier Norwegian American historians. stark fact upon fact, in a deductive manner,
The story of 900,000-plus Norwegian emi- creating parts of immigrant history which
grants coming to America between 1825 and ultimately give the reader a big-picture com1920 is a well-known saga. The arrival port prehension of that which took place during
of New York is clearly and often read as a these ten years of inspection.
major part of the liturgy. Lovoll, however,
Within four chapters Lovoll provides
recognized an emigrational anomaly. With an extensive historical review of French and
four years of discovery and revelation, he British involvement in the development of
created a book of interest not only for his- that part of North America, Canada, and the
torical academicians but home-grown gene- area of the Quebec province. He describes
alogists as well.
Norway’s relationship to the Great Powers,
Lovoll describes the anomaly best in the European wars, and the evolution of free
his introduction: “Across the Deep Blue Sea trade laws between Canada and Europe altakes a new look at an early chapter in Nor- lowing Norwegian sailing ships to bring
wegian emigration history and expands its lumber from Canada to Great Britain. At the
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years, Quebec, Montreal and other Canadian over. It created a wonderfully profitable tour/
port cities became the gateway for Norwe- retour trading route for Norwegian sailing
gian emigrants to North America, replacing ships, leading to one of the largest maritime
New York as the main destination.” For more fleets in Europe.
than ten years, Lovoll reports, from 1854 to
Canada, a burgeoning nation itself and
1865, 94 percent of all Norwegian immi- not yet a single nation until 1867, did recoggrants to North America, 44,100, entered nize
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through the port of Quebec. During the same
years, only 520 entered through the port of
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Margaret G. Webb, age 93, of Pensacola, Florida, went to her heavenly home on
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crossword puzzles, old movies, opera and
classical music, and chocolate. Margaret
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several exchange students and foreign visitors.
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Progress along St. Olav’s Way:
Fåvang to Sør-Fron, a tale of two churches
Washington, D.C.
Fåvang
Fåvang is a small town 51 kilometers
north of Lillehammer. Very heavy fighting
took place here and in nearby Tretten, Vinstra, Kvam, Sjoa, and Otta during the Norwegian Campaign in World War II.
The Norwegian drama-comedy Jonny
Vang was filmed here in 2003. The film’s
protagonist wants to breed earthworms but
meets opposition from his bank manager
who won’t provide him with the necessary
funding for his venture.
Fåvang Kirke
I found the history of the town’s church
interesting. It is sometimes called the Fåvang
Stave Church but is not an official stave
church. It was built in 1627 from pieces of
demolished 12th-century stave churches. A
unique feature is the contrast between its
dark brown walls and bright white steeple.
Tromsa Bru
I had the most terrifying experience of
my pilgrimage at this point. I had to cross
the Tromsa Bridge. The English traveler and
scientist Edward Daniel Clark referred to it
in his 1791 diary as a “remarkable bridge
over a terrifying ravine.” As I walked across
this bridge, I tried not to look down at the ravine and the Tromsa River 28 meters below!
Snorre Sturluson mentioned this bridge
in his famous Sagas, written in the 13th century. The bridge was rebuilt in 1997. I must
admit that it is a lovely little foot bridge!
Kvitfjell Ski Resort
Kvitfjell, which literally means White
Mountain, was built for the 1994 winter
Olympics in Lillehammer, and it is now one
of the most popular ski resorts in Northern
Europe. For a thrilling simulated ski experience, watch the video at YouTube at www.
youtube.com/watch?v=qml5mQ9W9fM.
Ringebu
Ringebu is a locality in the heart of
Gudbrandsdalen that has a lot to offer—
farms, river valleys, canyons, waterfalls,
prairies, and mountains. To catch a glimpse
of this municipality, watch the video of
Syttende Mai here at www.youtube.com/
watch?v=M51MGiE-J9o&feature=youtu.be.
Photos: (above) Henny Stokseth / Wikimedia Commons,
(left) Øyvind Holmstad / Wikimedia Commons
Above: Fåvang Kirke features contrasting dark walls and white steeple.
Left: Sør-Fron’s octagonal stone church is unusual and stunning.
Ringebu Stavkirke
Ringebu has one of the largest and most
beautiful stave churches in Norway. It is
definitely a must-see! While its interior and
exterior have been updated, it still has the
original nave. I was overwhelmed by this
church’s beauty. I didn’t want to leave! You
really must watch the YouTube video to see
this glorious church. Go to www.youtube.
com/watch?v=_iYveFTuTTY.
Ringebu Prestegård
After visiting the church, I walked a
short distance to the Ringebu Prestegård
or Parsonage. It was built in 1743 and was
the residence of the local priest until 1991.
It now serves as an art museum. The most
important works are the paintings by Jakob
Weidermann, considered one of Norway’s
most important Post-War Modernists.
I was not familiar with Weidermann before visiting the Parsonage. I must confess
that I was familiar with very few Norwegian
artists before this pilgrimage. To see numerous paintings by this interesting artist, go to
this website: www.artnet.com/artists/jakobweidemann/past-auction-results.
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My next stop was the Dale-Gudbrands
farm in Hundorp. It is now an official National Pilgrim Center with an information
center, a hostel, and a pub.
Dale-Gudbrand was a local king in the
11th century. According to Sturluson’s Sagas, King Olaf (St. Olaf) met Dale-Gudbrand
while he was traveling around to Christianize the country. He demanded that the king
and all the other farmers in the area renounce
Thor, accept Christianity, and build a church.
Having no choice, they obeyed.
Pilgrim passports are for sale for 50 kroner at this Pilgrim Center. The passport is a
precious souvenir. I bought mine at the Oslo
Pilgrim Center but they are available also in
the Pilgrim Centers in Hamar, Dovrefjell, and
Granavollen. Pilgrims can request stamps at
many different places along the way.
Sør-Fron Kirke
I’ve seen many beautiful and interesting churches along St. Olav’s Way, but this
might just be the most interesting! Designed
by Svend Aspaas, the same architect who designed the Røros Kirke, it was built in 1792.
This church is unique for two reasons.
First, most churches in Norway were built of
wood until the 1850s, but this one was built
of stone. Secondly, it has an octagonal shape.
It was very expensive to build. Supposedly, wealthy German Protestants lived
in this area and they wanted to replace the
medieval stave church with a bigger church
made of stone.
Another distinctive aspect of this church
is that the minister performs a blessing or
sending-out service for pilgrims that includes music with a Hardanger fiddle. Very
impressive! You will have a real treat if you
watch the two-minute video clip on YouTube
at www.youtube.com/watch?v=vgOg_w7DdqI. You will see the interior of this lovely
church and be enthralled with a concert of
Hardanger and accordion music.
Hundorp
Hundorp used to be the busiest place in
Gudbrandsdal but today the population is
only 600 and it is a very quiet, rural town.
It is the perfect place for a pilgrim to
stop and become refreshed. The mountains
loom ahead on Olav’s Way!
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Norway House presents Red, White & Blue
Art exhibit makes last US stop in Minneapolis
Leslee Lane Hoyum
Rockford, Minn.
Two hundred years ago, on May 17,
1814, the Norwegian constitution was signed
at Eidsvoll northeast of Oslo. This document
is to no small degree inspired by the American Constitution, and although true Norwegian sovereignty did not happen until 1905,
when the country broke free from its union
with Sweden, May 17 has become Norway’s
national day.
The only traveling exhibit created in
Norway to mark the constitution’s 200th
anniversary is coming to Norway House in
Minneapolis May 12. Entitled 1814-2014
—Red, White, and Blue: Norwegian Constitution, American Inspiration, the display
celebrates the bicentennial by incorporating
55 original works of 10 Norwegian artists
working in a variety of media.
The Minneapolis engagement is the last
U.S. stop before the exhibit returns to Norway. For Norway House, it is its first exhibit,
and coincides with the grand opening of the
Norway House Education Center.
“Norway House focuses on contemporary Norway,” said Norway House Chair
Jon Pederson, Spicer, Minn. “We purposely
choose to embrace, highlight, and promote
Norway today in the areas of art, music, culture, business, and education, while seeking
to actively engage people in conversation
and collaboration that will create a foundation for an ongoing relationship with future
generations of Norwegians and Americans.
“The Red, White, and Blue exhibit,”
Pederson continued, “is a contemporary take
on a 200-year-old event, in which Norwegian artists share their interpretations of the
1814 signing of the Norwegian constitution.
Everyone who views this extraordinary exhibit will leave with a greater appreciation of
Norwegian contemporary art and a renewed
awareness of American influence on Norwegian history. The exhibit is the perfect transition from the Norway of yesterday to the
Norway of tomorrow.”
Norwegian exhibit curator Trond B.
Olsen, Oslo, Norway, couldn’t agree more.
“The U.S. and Norwegian constitutions
speak to the right to life, free speech, religious freedom, and due process of law,” said
Olsen. “We (Norway) are thankful to your
nation. The project was intended to promote
the ideas of freedom protected in our constitutions,” stated Olsen.
The exhibit provides a contemporary
perspective on the significance of the Norwegian Constitution and explores themes
ranging from freedom and stability to the
struggles facing democracy and globalization. Each of the 10 chosen artists submitted
several works, which range from bold, colorful graphics to subtle ink drawings and photographs as well as oil paintings, sculptures,
and mixed-media.
The exhibit opened in Eidsvoll, Norway,
on May 17, 2014, during Norway’s bicentennial celebration. During the summer, thousands of Norwegians viewed the exhibit, and
since then it has been showcased in Tacoma,
Wash., Philadelphia, Penn., Washington,
D.C., and Grand Forks, N.D., with its U.S.
tour culminating at Norway House in Minneapolis.
The exhibit runs May 12 through June
14 and is open Tuesday, Wednesday, and
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10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; the Center is
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The Norway House event is sponsored
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became a gateway to the west and the United
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Professor Lovoll’s sixteen pages of citations and notes of resources speak to the
forensic quality of the data used to memorialize this event in time. His empathy for
those whose history he undertook to describe
was reflected in his observation and recognition of the names of so many Norwegians
portrayed on a monument at a cemetery at
Grosse Ile, Canada: “They all awaken a deep
and moving sense of the human sacrifice exacted of people who long ago sought a better
life somewhere else.”
From page 10
its doorstep which was so necessary for the
development of its geographical content.
Lovoll describes the activities within the
province of Quebec to establish a hold on
this Norwegian resource. He describes the
largesse of the Canadian government in supporting these emigrants in their travel, substance, and land needs, and the competition
between emigrant recruitment companies as
they, on one hand, are accused of “capturing
their souls,” and on the other simply “diffusing a knowledge of Canada” to Norwegian
citizenry. Norwegian settlements were begun in a fit-and-start manner and with time,
most disappeared. Lovoll summarizes, “The
early official plans and efforts for Norwegian
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norwegian heritage
Bunad v. festdrakt:
Expert Deb McConaghy explains and creates
Washington, D.C.
Many
Norwegian-American
women dream of someday wearing
their very own bunad. But often it
remains only a dream because of the
high cost of this national dress. The
average cost of a bunad in Norway
today is approximately $4,000, with
additional money being spent on the
jewelry.
So what is one to do? The best
solution is to find an excellent seamstress who has in-depth knowledge
of the bunad and its less sophisticated sibling, the festdrakt.
Deb McConaghy is one such
person. She makes presentations on
the bunad and offers festdrakt workshops to Sons of Norway lodges and
other interested groups such as Nordic Dance groups and the John C.
Campbell Folk School. She recently
held a festdrakt workshop for members of the Washington, D.C., SON
lodge and every participant went
away delighted.
When she was thirteen, Deb received a Hardanger bunad from her
grandmother. She liked to sew, so she
made the necessary alterations herself. She later began making bunads,
first for a niece, then for a cousin, and
for a few other close relatives.
A concerned aunt then gave
Deb a book on bunads. She wanted
to make sure her niece was doing it
right! The rules for what makes an
authentic bunad are very strict. This
book inspired Deb and she began
doing additional research. She spent
hours and hours reading as much as
she could. She bought many books
and read whatever she could find on
the internet. She continues to read and
deepen her knowledge. She now has a
very nice library of books on the bunad and festdrakt, and is probably as
knowledgeable as anyone can be.
Deb greeted the participants at
her latest workshop, sponsored by
the Washington, D.C., Sons of Norway lodge. All had different ideas
and needs and she skillfully satisfied
everyone.
Doris Goodlett, the lodge’s Vice
President, arrived wearing the festdrakt that Deb had made for her at
a previous workshop. She had returned because she wanted to add an
appropriate purse to her ensemble.
Deb embroidered the pattern on her
embroidery machine and then Doris
completed the purse. It was a design
that Deb had created and had sewn
out a few times for other folks.
Pat De Roche had planned to
ask Deb to sew a festdrakt for her
but, when she arrived, she saw three
costumes that Deb had made and
was offering for sale. She was very
attracted to one of them and bought
it on the spot. She made a few alterations and then was good to go! It
was a festdrakt made from linen and
cottons and dressed up with a fancy
buckle and a silk scarf.
Deb said that scarves are currently quite popular in Norway. They
are often chosen by color or whatever goes well with the person’s bunad.
After going with a group of
Tronders to Trondheim for the Syttende Mai bicentennial in 2014, Tenley Erickson decided she wanted a
traditional dress. When she heard
about Deb’s workshop, she thought
a festdrakt would be a great way to
have a less formal dress, but one that
still honored her heritage.
She spent time poring over several of Deb’s books and then showed
Deb what she liked. Deb took her
to a table with a wide assortment of
fabrics and discussed what would
be appropriate. The materials of her
festdrakt resemble the Trøndelag regional bunad. Her skirt is dark blue
damask, her vest light blue damask,
and her apron off-white damask. Her
blouse is embroidered in the Trøndelag style. She also chose a brooch
to wear at the neck from Deb’s jewelry display.
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Two festdrakts McConaghy brought to her D.C. workshop. Festdrakts are a
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I had also done some research ahead of
time and wanted my festdrakt to reflect my
ancestral roots. But which roots? I have ties
to Lom and Dovre in Gudbrandsdal and to
several places in Hallingdal including Gol,
Hol, Nes, Hemsedal, and Ål. I decided on
something from Lom because it is the only
place—so far—where I have located living
relatives. Then I made an exciting discovery
—the reconstructed Graffer bunad. This bunad was first sewn in the 1930s, based on a
skirt and vest worn in the area in the 1830s
found on the Graffer farm. I had ancestors
who had lived on that farm!
I looked at photos of the Graffer bunad
in Deb’s books and found what I liked. Then
Deb asked a series of questions. Did I want
a black or dark blue skirt? Wool or cotton?
Did I want a white or ivory blouse? Cotton
or linen? Did I want embroidering on the
neck and on the cuffs? What material did I
want for the red vest? What about brocade? I
decided to have a dark blue gabardine skirt,
a white cotton blouse with embroidery, and a
red brocade vest.
Elizabeth Bruening arrived with her
bunad, which had belonged to her greatgrandmother Svanaug Olavsdatter Vasstveit,
who had worn it at her wedding to Gregar
Halvorson Stordahl in 1848. Elizabeth eventually inherited it, and, with Deb’s help, it is
periodically lovingly restored.
Deb is passionate about Norway’s national dress. Her enthusiasm is contagious
and her knowledge impressive. She mainly
makes festdrakts, as she does not do much
handwork and many of the bunads have a
great deal of handwork on them. She has,
however, made quite a few Hardanger bunads and a couple of Voss bunads. They do
not have the handwork but they do have hardangersøm (Hardanger embroidery), which
she does.
When asked to explain the differences
between a bunad and a festdrakt, Deb gave
this response:
The answer is quite long and drawn out.
But, simply put, bunads are very specific to
areas of Norway and they often have designs
that are based on textiles that were used in
those areas for generations. In some cases,
they were commissioned by the region so
that they had a bunad for their locality or,
in the case of some areas such as Hallingdal
and Setesdal, they have been in use for many,
many years and really have not changed
much.
The festdrakts are much less expensive
May 8, 2015 • 15
Silence and sound
Rosalie Grosch
Arden Hills, Minn.
Photo courtesy of Deb McConaghy
Deb shows off her bunad.
than the bunads and are normally more generic in nature. They can still be quite fancy,
however, with trims and the use of velvet and
brocade fabrics. Festdrakts offer a great alternative for folks who cannot afford a bunad. The festdrakts are not as “regulated.”
This term is touchy but the bunads have very
specific ways in which they must be made
and this is not true of the festdrakts. Many
new designs of festdrakts come out each year
and in that way they offer “fun” and more
creative designs.
According to Deb, the very best book
on bunads is Norsk Bunadleksikon by Bjørb
Sverre Hol Haugen. It is a three-volume encyclopedia of over 500 different bunads of
Norway. Each volume covers different regions in Norway and provides the history
and description of each bunad. It is, however, available only in Norwegian and costs
around $1,000. But the new paperback version can be ordered from Sue Sutherland, the
U.S. authority on bunads, at www.bunadbutikken.com. This one-volume edition costs
approximately $300.
Deb highly recommends three books
that are available in English: A sampler of
Norway’s Folk Costumes by Thorbjørg Hjelmen Ugland, Folk Costumes of Norway by
Heidi Fossness, and Norwegian Bunads by
Bent Vangerg (also referred to as Our Beautiful Costume: Vare Vakre Bunader).
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Rebecca Snow has written a haunting,
beautiful tale filled with sound and silence,
darkness and light, sadness and forgiveness,
despair and hope. Glassmusic captures the
reader from the first words: “Fog misted into
Ingrid’s face—where, where to hide?”
Fog continues to wrap itself around
young Ingrid; the fog of her father’s blindness and his increasing dependency on Ingrid to help him with his glassmusic; fog that
seems to alienate Ingrid from her mother,
with Ingrid not quite understanding why; fog
that separates Ingrid from her older, more
strict and stern sister, Kari; fog that clouds
what one sees on the outside of a person and
what is hidden on the inside. The question
Ingrid and her sister, Alvdis ask, “Would you
rather be blind or deaf?” stays with the reader from the start to the finish of the novel.
Very early in the story Ingrid unknowingly witnesses something dark and unpleasant.
She carries the burden of secrecy, not truly
understanding the implications of all she’s
witnessed. Ingrid must decide when she can
speak and when she should remain silent.
Although the youngest in the family, Ingrid learns to tune her father’s crystal
goblets, filled to just the right pitch to make
the sacred glassmusic, played by her blind
father. Without the aid of a tuning fork she
can hear a perfect A in her head. She takes
her mother’s place and becomes her father’s
new traveling companion as he preaches at
the prayer house and plays his glassmusic,
knowing God has called him to bring “a new
delight in one’s faith.”
When Ingrid meets Stefan, the son of her
father’s one time best friend Emil, and develops a trusting relationship with him, they
share a conversation about religion. Emil,
now married to a French woman and living
in France, has fallen away from his faith and
this has also caused a rift in his relationship
with Ingrid’s father, Oskar. Stefan tells her
that his parents fight about God all the time.
The words not written speak as loudly as
the scenes and descriptions so carefully constructed. The spaces created by the absence
of description allow the reader to let one’s
imagination take flight in this touching story
of life in the household of a troubled yet stoic
Norwegian family.
Friendship is sacred, yet friendship in
Ingrid’s family also carries with it mistrust
and disappointment.
The author has also vividly pictured the
rural fjordlands of Norway in the 1920s. The
reader feels a part of the Norwegian landscape and culture.
When the relationship between Ingrid
and her father begins to change, he says to
her, “Talking is just like music, you must
practice.” Ingrid replies, “You and mama
haven’t spoken much this summer.” “We
have had our moments, Ingrid,” he says.
“You have good ears my child, but not for
every sound.”
Ingrid’s awareness of life around her
grows clearer as she grows older. Her parents
ask her to do something that is unthinkable
for her. She needs to make a decision about
whether to stay or run away.
Many things go unanswered in this
thoughtfully written novel. As the layers of
each character unravel, one also sees the
questions that come with faith in God and
the understanding of acceptance and forgiveness. Long after the last page is turned one
continues to ponder the implications of silence and sound and the seen and the unseen.
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Adams
Lane
Michele Beach
Manley
Nanda
and the Boilermakers, Machinists, Electricians, Shipwrights McKim
and The
Dry Dock Crew
Michele
Beach
Boilermakers • Machinists • Electricians
Shipwrights and the Dry Dock Crew
Tast e of N orwa y
Calendar of Events
Celebrate “Barnas Dag”
with ice cream
From Alaska to Miami,
celebrations near you
Read more on pages S8-S9
Read more on pages S12-S13
Vol. 126 No. 17 May 8, 2015
Established May 17, 1889 • Formerly Western Viking and Nordisk Tidende
Syttende Mai supplemental
Welcome to our
Syttende Mai
issue!
Live from Norway!
Tune in to NRK for six hours of celebrations
In this section:
Syttende Mai Greetings
Heroes of Ragnarök
Kings of Norway
Taste of Norway
Syttende Mai
Calendar of Events
S2
S3
S4-S5
S8-S9
S10, S14
S12-S13
Photo: pixshark.com
You don’t even need a television set to watch the
festivities in Norway and around the world.
You don’t have to be in Norway to follow along with the Syttende Mai fun in the
country of honor! If you have a break from
your local celebrations, consider tuning in to
NRK for coverage straight from Norway.
NRK will air six hours of live coverage
altogether, featuring the royal family, children’s parades, and celebrations all around
the country. The program—led by NRK’s
Marte Stokstad for the first time—starts at
7:50 a.m. Norway time and includes coverage of the parades in Trondheim, Ålesund, Kongsberg, Dovre, Bergen, Toten,
Kongsvinger, Bykle, Stavanger, and of
course Oslo.
The entire children’s parade in Oslo will
be broadcasted from Slottsplassen starting at
10:25 a.m., and Pål Hovengen Plassen will
commentate as the parade passes the castle
and greets the royal family on the balcony.
Silje Reiten Nordnes will also cover some
of the children’s parade and celebrations on
Karl Johans gate.
If that’s not enough to tempt you,
NRK’s Syttende Mai program will also share
the best party tips from talk show host Per
Sundnes, a bit of Norwegian history from the
historian Marlen Ferrer, and the story of the
hot dog—a Syttende Mai necessity—from
the cook Tommy Østhagen.
At 7:30 p.m., NRK will reflect on the
best of the year’s celebrations. If you’re
urging for more, you can also go back and
watch the celebrations of previous years, as
far back as 1972.
For minute-by-minute updates and pictures from around the world, consider following the celebrations on social media;
search for #17mai and #17mai2015 on Instagram and Twitter.
Visit tv.nrk.no/serie/gratulerer-med-dagen
to watch NRK’s Syttende Mai Program.
Need help with the time difference? Norway
is six hours ahead of Eastern Time, seven
ahead of Central Time, eight ahead of Mountain Time, and nine ahead of Pacific Time.
S2 • May 8, 2015
Syttende Mai greetings
17th of May Greetings from Ambassador Kåre R. Aas
to readers of the Norwegian American Weekly
Dear Readers,
At the Norwegian Embassy, we talk
a lot about the strong ties between the
United States and Norway. This isn’t
just some abstract ideal; it’s something
we put into practice every day. Whether
we’re talking to members of the Norway
Caucus in Congress, hosting policymakers for a symposium, or meeting with
members of the American business community to discuss ways to further improve U.S.-Norway economic ties, the
relationship between our two countries
is always at the very top of our agenda.
You probably know that a big part
of what an embassy does is to help people with passports, visas, and other consular matters. What you might not realize is that we also put a lot of energy and
effort into preparing for a large number
of Norwegian officials who visit D.C.
throughout the year.
In recent months, our elected officials have kept us very busy. Just this
year, Minister of Foreign Affairs Børge
Brende has visited Washington, D.C., on
three separate occasions. Most recently,
the Foreign Minister arrived in D.C. to
participate in the World Bank Group’s
Spring Meetings and to have bilateral
meetings with many U.S. officials.
On the same day, Minister of Fi-
Photo: Emily C. Skaftun
One example of the connections between our
countries: Ambassador Aas humors NAW at an
event at Seattle’s Nordic Heritage Museum, meeting with Nils Anders Wik.
nance Siv Jensen and Minister of Children,
Equality, and Social Inclusion Solveig Horne
also arrived in Washington, after attending
meetings in New York. Although we were
very busy, the visits were a great success and
helped further strengthen the U.S.-Norway
relationship.
At the end of May, we will have one
Gratulerer med dagen
Susan Edith Hermansen Goold
Staten Island, New York
Happy 17. mai!
Grieg Lodge Scholarship Fund
Portland, Oregon
Gratulerer med dagen—
And success to NAW!
Dr. Connie Amundson
Ki Chiropractic (206) 409-9447
12000 15th Ave NE, Suite C, Seattle, WA 98125
Husk alltid
Syttende Mai!
particularly notable guest; His Majesty King
Harald will visit Washington State and Alaska.
Clearly, you can see, the level of collaboration between our countries is very high.
Although each of these visits has its own
purpose, at its core each one illustrates a central truth: Norway has much to learn from
America—and the reverse is also true.
Last year around this time, we were celebrating the 200th anniversary of the Norwegian constitution. There were several Norwegian events around the world that helped
celebrate this important document that has
meant so much to our democracy. It was a
wonderful celebration that I enjoyed very
much.
I would argue that this year’s 17th of
May is equally important—and so is next
year’s, and the one after that. Not because
of a particular milestone, but simply because
of what the 17th of May represents: a chance
to celebrate the things that truly matter in
life. While the date honors the signing of our
Constitution, Norwegians around the world
celebrate the day as it honors our families,
our friends, our communities.
We celebrate the 17th of May not with
military parades or shows of nationalistic
fervor, but with children’s parades, games,
and a lot of ice cream. It is a day of happiness
and joy—and the weather is always perfect.
Last year was the first time I celebrated
Gratulerer Med Dagen
and TUSEN TAKK for
your support!
Hipp Hipp Hurra!
Gry I Løklingholm
Seattle, Wash.
Gratulerer med
dagen til alle!
Marcia Jacobsen Comer
Whidbey Island, Washington
Gratulerer med Dagen,
hurra for syttende mai!
Jerry M. Saude
Kjell Sandve
Bismarck, North Dakota
Houston, Texas
Gratulerer med 17.
mai alle sammen!
Nordby-Lucas familie
St. Paul, Minnesota
Jill Beatty—
San Francisco, Calif.
Daughters of Norway
www.daughtersofnorway.org
the 17th of May in America. I traveled
to Minneapolis, Minnesota, to join in on
their parade, games, and other planned
festivities. This year I will be in Chicago
and look forward to being somewhere
else in the U.S. next year. What a delight
it is to interact with people all around
America, who are so proud of their shared
Norwegian and American heritages.
That wonderful heritage is exemplified by the publication you’re reading right now, the Norwegian American
Weekly. While there were once more
than a hundred such publications in the
U.S., there now remains only one. I look
forward to each new issue as I always
learn something new about the interactions between our two countries.
Gratulerer med dagen, as we say in
Norway! Happy 17th of May to each and
every one of you. I wish you a very happy and prosperous year, and as always, I
look forward to meeting as many members of the Norwegian American community as I can.
Very truly yours,
Kåre R. Aas
Sarpsborg, Norway, 2016 Millennium
Committee and Leslee Lane Hoyum,
U.S. Marketing Director
Gratulerer
Med Dagen!
Norwegian National League
of Chicago
Happy Syttende Mai
Anna Kolbjørnsdatter #36
Daughters of Norway
San Francisco, California
Happy 17th of May —
Norwegian
Independence Day
Harold & Joyce Rannestad
Bridgewater, Connecticut
Hurrah for Norge på
frigjøringsdagen og
Syttende Mai
Thordis & David Moe
Sun City, California
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heroes of ragnarök
Heroes of Ragnarök
In Norse mythology, Ragnarök is the apocalypse. There are natural disasters and wars,
and many gods and goddesses die. But after it’s all over, the world is refreshed, ready
to grow back better than ever. We had our own apocalypse this year, and our intention
is to emerge from it stronger than before. Thanks to these heroes, we’re on our way!
Odin ($5,000+)
Odin is the all-father, god of wisdom and healing. In Ragnarök, he
leads the gods into battle and fights
the wolf Fenrir. He is swallowed
whole, but so what? Hanging from
a tree for nine days wasn’t enough
to take out the tough old guy.
Roger K. Berle
Ragnar Knutsen
Víðarr ($1,000 - $4,999)
Víðarr, god of vengeance, avenges
his father Odin’s death by slaying
Fenrir; he survives Ragnarok.
David & Barbara Johnson
Erik Knutsen
Brigitte & Kenneth Torsoe
The Norwegian Immigration
Association, Inc.
Thor ($500 - $999)
Thor, hammer-wielding god of thunder, sacrifices himself to kill the serpent Jörmungandr (which roughly
translates to “huge monster”—Old
Norse truth in advertising?).
Marilyn Berg Cooper
Mr. & Mrs. Per Ellingsen
Keith Jorgensen
Roger D. Moe
Norwegians Worldwide Arizona
Chapter
Kay Skaftun
Arlan Stavnheim
Tommy Stiansen
Týr ($100 - $499)
Týr, one-handed god of law and
glory, fights and kills the dog
Garmr, guardian of Hel. Both are
killed in the fight, which I suppose
leaves Hel unguarded.
Fred Amundson
Roger & Kathy Andrus
Carl Baar
Katherine Barnett
Don & Ruth “Magna Moller”
Blessing
Mary Jane Chaffee
Amy Curtis
Nancy L. Dahl
Daughters of Norway Gina
Happy 17th of May
Nordlandslaget
Midnottsol
Burnaby, B.C.
Hurra for 17. Mai
Jon Lind
Ocean Shores,
Wash.
Krog Lodge
Michelle A. Depew
Doug Dixon
Karen Doty
Ross Dybvig
Roger L. Eggen
Leif & Lisa Eie
Gary G. Erickson
Helen Forbes
Lise Gardner
Shelby Gilje
Per Gjerde
Julie Glowka
Jeremy Goodman
John Gulow
Eric A. Hallén
Naomi J. Heaven
Amy Henrickson
Kaara Hervold
Thor Hervold
Eric & Sym Jacobsen
Jon Jacobson
Vicky Jaquish
Jan Jorgensen
Roy Jorgensen
Mari-Ann Kind Jackson
Carin M. Kruger
Don Landsverk
Mina B. Larsen
Charles & Turid Larson
Jamie Larson
Kelsey K. Larson
M. M. Lewis
Jon U. Lind
Katie & Chris Long
Dan Lysne
Brian Marquis
Susan Mason
Berit McCarty
Debrah Neal
Kim Nesselquist
Erik Nicolaysen
Erika Nordhaugen
Robert Norheim
Ingrid O’Connell
Egil Oftedal
Old Ballard Liquor Co.
Lisa Marie Ottoson
Jerry Packard
Karen M. Pauler
John Paulson
Jon Pederson
Erik Peters
Ronald W. Petersen
Gustav Raaum
Alf Rasmussen
Elfriede & Edwin Reiersen
Judy Reiersen-Safir
Norman Jorgen Ronneberg
Cynthia Rubin
Janet Ruud
Jane Sibley
Harald A. Smedal III
Helene Sobol
Gratulerer
med dagen
Carl & Lois
Berseth Hedlund
Brooklyn, N.Y.
John Erik Stacy
Barbara S. Stehlik
Edgar Steindal
Marilyn Taggart
Stephanie L. Taylor
Robert Timm
Matt Tordoff
Mary J. Wagner
Donita Zblewski
Freyr ($50 - $99)
Freyr, god of prosperity and fair
weather, engages in a fierce fight
against the jötunn Surtr, whose
flaming sword goes on to engulf
the earth. So apparently giant conflagrations count as nice weather.
Paul Abrahamsen
Amy Bartleson Balcam
Karen Bartos
Jill Beatty
Ben Bedard
Nancy Belland
Michael Blumson
Chelsea Bueb
Nancy Cantelmo
Erin Chaplin
BJ Epstein
Liz Freirich & Saul Kaiserman
Drew Gardner
Linda Grondahl
Gard Holby
Barbara Jacobsen
Lawrence W. Johnson
Santokh Kodial
Karen Koon
Leslee Lane Hoyum
Amy Lietz
Gry I. Loklingholm
Chris Nordhougen
Nancy Olson
Stevie Pace
Ingrid Peri
Glenn Riddervold
Gail Robison
Barbara Rostad
Jerry M. Saude
Julia Sidorova
David Susag
Inge Thorsen
Mary Kay Thunem
Joy A. White
Susie Wu
Heimdallr (up to $49)
Heimdallr blows the Gjallarhorn
to alert the gods of the giants’ advance; he fights Loki and the two
kill each other. But since Loki was
causing trouble and Heimdallr was
pretty much just drinking mead and
waiting for the apocalypse, we’ll
call this a win.
Gratulerer
med dagen
Photo: Wikimedia Commons
A scene from the last phase of Ragnarök, after Surtr has engulfed the world with
fire. The surrounding text implies that this is Asgard, the home of the gods, burning. But it all turns out okay in the end, we’re told. Art by Emil Doepler ca. 1905.
Walhall, die Götterwelt der Germanen. Martin Oldenbourg, Berlin. Page 57. U.S.
Public Domain.
Karen A. Aaker
Leslie M. Aasheim
Michael Amundsen
Connie Amundson
Duan Anderson
Jaffrey Bagge Koch
Terrence K. Baillargeon
Harold & Synnove Bakke
Patricia L. Barry
Mary G. Beiningen
Sidsel Brady
Lila Burmeister
Mark Chekola
Glenn Eriksen
Lois Berseth Hedlund
Marcia Comer
Janet Coulon
Carla Danziger
Kristine L. Dent
Joanne Donnellan
Sondra Dutra
Micaiah “Huw” Evans
Susan Hermansen Goold
Arlene M. Hall
Kristine M. Hansen
Steve Hanson
Randy Henderson
Marion Hurt
Harvey L. Johnson
Molly Jones
Gillian Jorgensen
Katrina Jørgensen
Heidi Kim
Mark Kines
Kristi Larson
Julie Laugen
Arthur & Judith Lee
Mary Lokken
Bjørn Magne Fangan
Kari Mathews
Joyce McCracken
Kari McGrath
Solfrid Migét
Ingvill Montgomery
Olaf Moriarty Solstrand
Ann Nordby
Liv Norderhaug
Pam Nylander-Hill
Cassie Owens
Kathrine Palomino
David Pierce
Janice Quick
Andrea Ray
Anastasia Roeszler
Patricia Sabella
Erik Saltrønes
Kjell Sandve
James M. Syvertsen
Emily Taylor
Elisa M. Vatn
Sandra Watson
Claudia Wright
Eric R. Young
Elsie Zuckerman
Happy 17th of May
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Mai!
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Hopewell Jct., N.Y.
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Janesville, Wis.
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Alma Aksdal Bockelie, a
Bremerton resident, has a tale to
tell about a day in 1939 when she
handed a bouquet of flowers to then
Crown Prince Olav of Norway and
his wife, Princess Märtha, as their
Royal Yacht stopped in Poulsbo,
Kitsap County, in Washington state.
It was a moment of excitement
for an 11-year-old girl in traditional
bunad. As she presented the flowers to the couple, she said: “My
name is Alma.” The Crown Prince
responded in equally simple terms:
“I am Olav.”
Alma, now 87, was chosen because of her Norwegian heritage.
Alfred Blomlie, a family friend,
steadied Alma on what was a simple floating raft, then held her up to
the Royal Yacht as the “dock” was
not the kind on which passengers
Photo courtesy of Stene Bockelie Dickson
could safely disembark. “Nothing Spanning four generations: Alma and her mother, Thora,
like today’s docks in Poulsbo,” with Alma’s son Hap’s daughters, Rebecca and Marit.
Alma recalled.
Poulsbo, which means “Poul’s place,” walked every day. Olav was so ‘common’
originally was to be named Paulsbo, but au- that his people would see him frequently,”
thorities in Washington, D.C., misspelled the Alma said.
name, and so it remains the City of Poulsbo,
Crown Prince Olav, born in 1903 at the
also known as “Little Norway.”
British royal estate in Sandringham, EngFounded by Norwegian immigrant Jor- land, was the son of Prince Carl of Denmark
gen Eliason in the 1880s, Poulsbo was settled and Princess Maud, daughter of England’s
by a large number of Norwegian and other King Edward VII. Two years after Olav’s
Scandinavian immigrants, and officially in- birth, his father became King Haakon VII of
corporated on December 18, 1907.
Norway following that country’s separation
Alma’s parents, Thora and Sten Aksdal, from Sweden. In 1929 Prince Olav married
lived in nearby Bremerton, where her fa- Princess Märtha of Sweden.
ther was the second president of the Sons of
A decade later, in the spring of 1939,
Norway. Both had immigrated to the United Prince Olav and Princess Märtha went on a
States, but did not meet until Sten returned to tour of the United States. The royal couple
Norway to help his family. They met there, visited Los Angeles, where they met fellow
and ironically both their families had taken countrywoman Sonja Henie (1912-1969), a
the surname Aksdal from a farming area, al- figure skater who won gold medals in the
though they were not related.
1928, 1932, and 1936 Olympics. The prince
Alma recalls that both Olav and Märtha and princess also visited San Diego and San
were wearing smart, pin-striped suits the day Francisco before traveling by train to the
of their stop in Poulsbo. To the best of her Northwest. They were celebrated by Norwerecollection the flowers likely came from the gian communities and local dignitaries at all
gardens of area Norwegians. The bouquet their stops, according to HistoryLink.org.
was “nothing like flowers from a florist,” she
Prince Olav was a well-known sportssaid. Of course it was still the Great Depres- man who won many ski-jumping and sailing
sion, so it made sense to keep things simple. contests, including a gold medal in sailing at
As an adult Alma married Henrik Bock- the 1928 Olympic Games in the 5.5 meter
elie, the son of Norwegian immigrants, Dag- class. His stop in Portland included a mounny and Trygve Bockelie. Alma and Henrik’s tain trip where The Seattle Times reported
two daughters, Ingrid and Stene, and son, that he and Princess Märtha “frolicked in the
Henrik Jr., called Hap, are 100 percent Nor- snow at Timberline Lodge on Mount Hood.”
wegian. However that’s not necessarily so
The couple’s three-day visit to the Sewith the Bockelie grandchildren. At about attle area included a festival of choral and
age four, Lukas, a son of Stene Bockelie orchestral music, an address to the Seattle
Dickson, explained his ethnicity this way:
Chamber of Commerce, meetings with of“I’m half Norwegian and half normal.” ficials and businessmen, and a Puget Sound
Of course the grandparents howled at his de- cruise. They also attended the dedication of
scription. And just the same fed him Norsk the Taftezon Memorial in Stanwood, a refare of gjetost and herring.
membrance for a Norwegian pioneer who
Alma and Henrik attended the 1975 ban- settled on Whidbey Island in 1849, accordquet for King Olav V in Seattle and a Poulsbo ing to media reports of that era.
event for King Harald V and Queen Sonja in
The Poulsbo event in 1939 “was really
1995. Sadly, Henrik died in October 2014.
an honor and a privilege for me,” Alma reDue to heritage and history, Alma’s called. “But for my little brother, Arthur,
family has always “had a soft spot for Olav who was five years younger...well, he was
V, because he was so loved by his country- more interested in the local police chief’s
men. We had a cousin who lived where Olav uniform and medals.”
May 8, 2015 • S5
kings of Norway
The King Connection:
The original Game Show of Thrones, by Barbara K. Rostad
Game Show Host: Welcome to The King
Connection, your favorite game show. Today
we’re looking at Norway. You know how it
works. Unlike What’s My Line? or Queen
For A Day, it will be up to you, the audience,
to determine The King Connection.
The year 1814 resonates with every
Norwegian. It is the year the Norwegian
Constitution was written. And just as July 4
means something to all Americans, May 17
or Syttende Mai is dear to the hearts of Norwegians and those of Norwegian heritage.
But who was the monarch of Norway in
1814? Was there a king in command at Eidsvoll when the constitution was drafted? Just
what—and who—is the King Connection?
Listen closely to each of these presenters. Which will you choose as having the
true King Connection? Let’s begin. You first.
(Points to Christian Frederik)
Christian Frederik: My name is Christian Frederik, Norway’s 1814 monarch. It’s
thanks to my effort that Syttende Mai ever
came into being. Who do you think called
the Constituent Assembly to Eidsvoll? If not
for me, you’d have nothing to celebrate.
I am from the House of Oldenburg. You
don’t get more mainstream royalty than that.
And I saw to it Norwegians would maintain loyalty to that house. Toward that end,
I placed myself at the head of the Norwegian
Party of Independence.
The Treaty of Kiel stated there should be
a union between Norway and Sweden. But we
did not want such a union until the Swedes let
go of their hostilities. They refused. Instead,
the Swedish Crown Prince invaded. What
nerve! I still don’t like to talk about it.
Host: Very well, then. Next.
(Points to Carl II)
Contestant #1: Christian Frederik.
Portrait by J. L. Lund.
Contestant #2: Carl II.
Portrait by Carl Frederik von Breda.
Carl II: My name is Carl the Second and I
am Norway’s 1814 monarch. My royal line
stems from the House of Oldenburg and I
became a Grand Admiral when I was just a
few days old. Both myself and my adopted
son Karl Johan are among those privileged
to serve as King of Norway.
I did not become king in my youth,
however. My older brother came ahead of
me. After 20 years he was assassinated at the
opera. Some think I had a hand in that unfortunate occasion. Some people are just so suspicious! Then his son ascended to the throne.
Finally, I became king. But my frequent
rheumatic attacks deteriorated my health.
My stint as Norway’s king was all too short.
Frederick VI: I am Frederick the Sixth,
Norway’s 1814 monarch. What’s My Line?
Why, the House of Oldenburg, of course.
Born to teenaged parents, I was Crown
Prince from Day One. My reign is long and
distinguished. My father’s mental illness
prompted me to exert my power as Crown
Prince as soon as I reached 16, the age of
legal majority. Then I ascended to the throne
upon my father’s death in 1808.
Neutrality in the Napoleonic Wars was
my goal. But when the English bombed Copenhagen in 1807, I threw my support to
the French. This, despite King George III of
Great Britain being my mother’s brother. But
mother died in exile when I was only seven.
My father, the king, with his catatonia
and schizophrenia, was not much of a parent—or a king. That’s why I got him to sign a
Host: To the point. Thank you. Next.
The Scandinavian Hour
Photos: Wikimedia Commons
Contestant #3: Frederick VI.
Portrait by Friedrich Carl Gröger.
document when I was only 16 that all actions
requiring the monarch’s signature must also
be signed by the Crown Prince: me. So my
control began in 1784, just a few short years
after the American Revolution.
Later, during the Napoleonic Wars, I
made sure grain was sent to the starving Norwegians. When you are united with a country
for 434 years, you have a certain loyalty to
the people. So for me it was a sad day indeed
when the Treaty of Kiel forced me to ultimately cede Norway to Sweden.
Host: Thank you all. That was most impressive. Now folks, it’s your turn. Which of
these three held the scepter in 1814? Carl II?
Christian Frederik? Frederick VI?
See > kings, page S14
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Taste of Norway
Celebrating “Barnas Dag” with ice cream
For many, Syttende Mai is synonymous with icy desserts like these non-dairy options
Sunny Gandara
Arctic Grub
The 17th of May is undoubtedly the most
emotional day of the year for Norwegians,
when we feel the most proud and grateful for
our country, when we celebrate our heritage,
our beautiful nature, and our fellow countrymen. A sense of solidarity emerges, as we
look back on history—for so many years we
were not independent (from 1536 to 1814 we
were in a union with Denmark, and after that
with Sweden until 1905), and for years were
not allowed to celebrate this day, but still had
a strong sense of belonging and commitment
to our nation. During World War II, participating in a 17th of May parade was forbidden, as was wearing the country’s colors
on your clothes. As a result, I can think of
no other country in the world that has such
a strong and special tradition of celebrating
their Constitution Day. The day is very special to all Norwegians, as we reflect on our
history and feel gratitude for the beautiful
country we finally can call our own.
As opposed to other countries’ national
days, the 17th of May is not celebrated with
military parades, but rather with local children’s parades in which musical bands and
school children march together. It is customary to arrange games for kids at the local
schools around the country and offer them
ice cream, hot dogs, and other goodies. This
is why many people call our Constitution
Day the “Children’s Day.” It is estimated
that over 27,000 children under the age of
15 play in musical bands, and it’s the second
largest activity for kids, after soccer.
For kids and grown ups alike, the 17th of
May is synonymous with ice cream, and ice
cream is pretty much mandatory. You simply do not celebrate “Syttende Mai” without
it. It’s the day Norwegians eat the most ice
cream all year—in fact, our consumption is
five to 10 times the average of a normal spring
day. And if the sun is shining on our Constitution Day, you know ice cream makers are
smiling, because that means extra-big sales.
To accompany ice cream comes “brus,” the
Norwegian word for soda. Of course, in Norway we have much better sodas that come
in a wide variety of flavors, such as orange
(think about the famous “Solo” brand), pear,
raspberry, and pineapple…
As for the ice cream, well, the quality
is a tad superior as well, but now that I’ve
given up dairy the question is: Can you still
celebrate the day in the same fashion? Will
the taste and experience be the same? The
answer is: of course! It is possible to veganize everything, and sometimes the vegan
version is even better in taste, and most definitely for your health. Dairy products, such
as ice cream, contribute significant amounts
of cholesterol and saturated fat to the diet,
which in turn can increase the risk of heart
disease and other serious health problems.
Instead of buying pre-packaged ice
cream, why not make your own? I can think
of many reasons why you should. For one,
it’s exciting to experiment with different flavors. Secondly, you can pick clean, wholesome ingredients. Finally, you’ll get magical
flavor experiences without the unnecessary
additives often found in processed foods.
Many people are intolerant to the additional
sugar, milk, eggs, or unnatural additives that
store-bought ice cream contains, so learning
to make your own will not only please your
taste buds, but your overall health and well
being as well.
You can make vegan ice cream from either frozen bananas or full fat coconut milk,
very easily. I’ve included three recipes below that showcase how easy and versatile
dairy-free ice cream can be to make. Now
all we have to do is beg the weather gods to
cooperate—I can think of many years when
it was snowing in the mountains on this day,
raining cats and dogs, and the temperature
begged for the cape of our bunad to come
along on the parade. Here is to a wonderful day filled with sunshine, laughter, family, and friends—and of course, lots of ice
cream!
more recipes on page S9
Sunny Gandara has over
15 years experience in
marketing and PR, both
in the music and beverage industry. In 2008 she
founded her own company,
Fork and Glass, a food and
wine event and consulting
company, located in the Hudson Valley of New
York. She now focuses on education, giving
seminars and classes to private and corporate
groups. Sunny, a native of Norway, is a professionally trained cook and holds a diploma in
Wines & Spirits from the WSET.
Even trolls love chocolate “ice cream” with the kick of avocado.
Photo: Sunny Gandara
Chocolate-avocado vegan “ice cream”
Recipe from Connoisseurus Veg: www.connoisseurusveg.com
• 1-14 oz. can coconut cream or
coconut milk, refrigerated overnight
(the longer, the better)
• 1 ripe avocado, pitted and peeled
• 1 ripe banana
• 1/2 cup cacao powder
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• pinch salt
If you like a stronger coconut flavor, this recipe is perfect. Not too sweet either, this is
truly the taste of a wholesome, natural, and homemade “ice cream”!
Open the can of coconut milk or cream and scoop the cream into blender, discarding the
water. Add remaining ingredients to blender and blend until smooth, stopping to scrape down
sides of pitcher as needed.
Transfer to sealed freezer safe container and freeze until solid, about 4-6 hours.
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Taste of Norway
Ice cream doesn’t need cream to be delicious.
One-ingredient banana “ice cream” dressed up as a festive flag.
Festive banana “ice cream”
Adapted from the kitchn: thekitchn.com
large ripe bananas
your choice of mix-ins such as
chocolate chips
strawberries & blueberries, for garnish
Peel and slice the bananas, then freeze until solid. You can easily do this in bulk so
you’re always ready for a fresh batch.
Transfer to a small food processor or powerful blender and whirl until it’s smooth and
the texture of soft-serve ice cream. Add your choice of mix-ins and combine until incorporated, then freeze. Decorate with strawberries and blueberries.
Visit thekitchn.com (www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-creamy-ice-cream-with-justone-ingredient-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-93414) for more ideas for mix-ins.
Chocolate-coconut vegan “ice cream”
Adapted from Minimalist Baker: minimalistbaker.com/no-churn-vegan-chocolate-ice-cream
• 2 14-ounce cans coconut cream OR
full-fat coconut milk, chilled
• 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 14 ounces pitted dates (make sure
they’re moist and soft)
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 oz chilled, strong brewed coffee
Before you get started, chill a large mixing bowl in the freezer and line a freezer-safe
container with parchment paper.
Whirl dates in a food processor, adding a few droplets of water if necessary, to form a paste.
Scoop the coconut cream from the cans into the mixing bowl, discarding the clear liquid.
Whip until creamy, then mix in the remaining ingredients.
Transfer the “ice cream” to the prepared container, cover, and freeze for at least a couple
of hours, or overnight if you want it firmer.
Serve with berries.
Happy 17th of May
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Syttende Mai
Sumptuous food and drink at Eidsvoll
Drafting a constitution is hungry (and thirsty) work, but the 112 men of Eidsvoll wanted for little
M. Michael Brady
Asker, Norway
On Sunday, April 10, 1814, the Riksforsamling (“The National Assembly”)
convened at Eidsvoll Manor, the residence
of Norwegian businessman and politician
Carsten Anker (1747-1824), Managing Director of the Eidsvoll Iron Works. Popularly
called Eidsvollmenn (“Eidsvoll Men”), the
112 assemblymen were charged with the task
of writing a constitution.
Joined by the Viceregent, Crown Prince
Christian Frederik (1786-1848), who had
called the Assembly, they finished their task
and came to agreement on May 17. The Constitution was signed the day after. On Friday,
May 20, two days less than six weeks after
they started, they departed.
The work of the Eidsvollmenn has been
studied thoroughly, and biographies of many
of them have been written. But until 2014,
the bicentennial year, not much had been
written on their lives in those six weeks at
Eidsvoll Manor. How, for instance, had they
dined? That recently intrigued Liv Berit Tessem (1956- ), an Aftenposten journalist and
author of books on the royal house.
She probed the holdings of Riksarkivet
(“The National Archives”) to find detailed
accounts of what the Eidsvollmenn ate and
drank. She concluded that the six weeks had
been a catering binge at a total cost to the
State of 73,000 Riksdalar, equivalent to NOK
10 million ($1.25 million) in today’s money.
Though festive in 1814, the menus were
limited compared to the norms of today. Fish
was seldom served, save for some perch and
lake herring. Only 154 lbs. of potatoes were
consumed, and otherwise there were few
vegetables on the menus.
Meat was another matter. It was from
animals that had come to Eidsvoll on the
hoof and had been slaughtered as needed.
In all, 150 calves, 40 heifers, 14 cows, three
bulls, four rams, two lambs, 14 kids, and
seven unspecified animals were consumed.
Lesser amounts of game were served:
56 rabbits, four geese, 77 grouse, five capercaille (large grouse), one capercaille hen,
and three black grouse. Rye was a staple;
some 2.6 tons were used to make bread and
crisp bread, eaten with meals and at breakfast. Some 950 lbs. sugar, 275 lbs. coffee,
and 660 lbs. butter completed the list of comestibles.
Drink was in a class by itself. Some
2,660 bottles of wine, equivalent to more
than half a bottle per day per man, and 658
gallons of liquor, equivalent to nearly a pint
a day per man, were drunk. The high liquor
consumption most likely was due to the custom of having a shot in the morning after a
breakfast of rye porridge.
There are a few unspecified items in the
food and drink accounts, most for delicacies
served at the Crown Prince’s table by his
Photo: National Archives of Norway
Pages of account book kept in 1814 by Eidsvoll Manor Steward Arnesen listing final food and drink
expenditures for the Eidsvollmenn.
French chef, Mr. Beauvin. Each evening, 12
Eidsvollmenn were invited in alphabetical
order to dine with the Crown Prince, an unusually egalitarian practice at the time.
Today, Eidsvoll Manor, now known
as Eidsvoll House, has been restored to its
grandeur of 1814 and now has a cafe that of-
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fers samples of dishes served to the Eidsvollmenn.
Further reading: Cateringkalaset på Eidsvoll (Catering binge at Eidsvoll) by Liv Berit
Tessem, Aftenposten, March 27, 2014 (in
Norwegian).
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alaska
Little Norway Festival
May 14—17
Petersburg, Alaska
The entire community celebrates with food
and craft booths throughout downtown, the
festival parade, a Scandinavian pageant, Bunad Style Show and luncheon, Kaffe Hus with
Norwegian pastries and goodies made with
butter and love, music on the streets, a herring toss, Vikings and Valkyries roaming the
streets, and a walk/run race. The four days of
celebration end with a community salmon/
halibut/black cod bake at Sandy Beach. Call
(907) 772-3646 for more info.
arizona
Syttende Mai 2015
May 16, 9:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m.
Scottsdale, Ariz.
This annual potluck brunch event in honor
of Norwegian Constitution Day will be full of
food, fun, bunader, children’s games, and of
course the traditional 17th of May parade!
Bring Norwegian flags, your good spirits, and
a dish to share. Visit www.desertfjord.org/
eventflyers/syttendemai.pdf for the schedule. At McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park.
california
17th of May Flag Raising Ceremony
May 16, 10:00 a.m.
Culver City, Calif.
For many years, Fridtjof Nansen and Solbakken lodges have celebrated Norwegian Constitution Day by hosting a flag raising ceremony. This year, Peer Gynt Lodge will join them.
Our speaker will be Dr. Bruce Olav Solheim,
history professor and playwright from Citrus College. Lunch menu includes medister
pølse, surkål, small red potatoes, lefse, and
dessert for $15 per person. Paid reservation
to John Olsen: 9641 Oma Pl, Garden Grove,
CA 92841 is required. At Peer Gynt Hall.
17th of May Potluck
May 16, 4:30—7:30 p.m.
Palm Desert, Calif.
A 17th of May Potluck will be held at Hope
Church. Enjoy Norwegian food at no charge.
Contact (760) 363-7704 or [email protected] for more information.
Syttende Mai Dinner
May 16, 5:00 p.m.
San Diego, Calif.
Sons of Norway Valhall Lodge invites you to
dinner at the East San Diego Masonic Temple.
Social hour and barnas klubb starts at 5:00
p.m., followed by dinner at 6:00 p.m. Afterdinner entertainment will be provided by the
San Diego Mannskor. Cost is $18 before May
10 or $20 after; children 12 and under are
free. Wear a Bunad or “Rødt, Hvitt og Blått”
(Red, White & Blue)! Please RSVP by May 10.
Syttende Mai Celebrations
May 16—17
San Francisco, Calif.
Join the San Francisco Seamen’s Church for
two days of celebrations! On May 16, the
program starts at 1:00 p.m. at West Ft Miley.
There will be a parade, food, and games for
all! Church service starts at 11:00 a.m. on
May 17, followed by coffee at 12:00 p.m.,
and official program with cakes, hot dogs,
and rømmegrøt at 2:00 p.m.
May 17, 12:00—5:00 p.m.
Los Gatos, Calif.
The Nordahl Grieg Lodge will host a Syttende
Mai celebration at the Nordahl Hall.
May 17
San Pedro, Calif.
The day starts with a church service at 11:00
a.m. at Nansen Field. The program contains
flag raising, a speech, a parade, food and drink,
and children’s activities. At 5:00 p.m., the celebration moves to the San Pedro Seamen’s Church for
hot dogs and marzipan cake, another parade, and
more! Suggested donation: $10 or $25 per family.
Syttende Mai Barnetog and Picnic
May 17, 1:30—4:30 p.m.
Carmichael, Calif.
Celebrate Syttende Mai with the Roald Amundsen
Lodge at the home of Steve and Celia Rosenthal
adjacent to Glancy Oaks Park. Children’s parade
begins at about 2:30 p.m. The lodge will provide
grilled hot dogs, hamburgers, plates, cups, napkins, plastic cutlery, ice, soft drinks, condiments,
ice cream, and maybe cake. Bring a potluck dish
to share along with serving utensils, drinks, and
chairs. Cost is free but RSVP requested to ToveLise Miller at (916) 364-9704 or [email protected].
colorado
Syttende Mai Fest
May 17, 1:00—3:00 p.m.
Colorado Springs, Colo.
Join the Sons of Norway Fjellheim Lodge for Norway’s Constitution Day at Viking Hall.
district of columbia
Syttende Mai Family Picnic
May 17, 1:00—3:00 p.m.
Washington, D.C.
Celebrate Norway’s Constitution with a family
picnic at Carderock Park on the Potomac River!
The guest speaker will be Defense Attaché Finn
Kristian Hannestad from the Royal Norwegian
Embassy. Enjoy music, a parade, free food and
drinks, and games for children!
florida
Gulf Coast Vikings Meeting
May 16, 6:00 p.m.
Bonita Springs, Fla.
Join the Gulf Coast Vikings at Sweet Odin’s Danish
Bakery. Known for their Kringle, a popular Danish
pastry, they will provide a bakery tour, as well as
a Kringle-making demonstration! An assortment
of sandwiches and soup will be available, as well
as dessert, coffee, and rolls. Space is very limited!
Call Maxine for reservations at (239) 405-4026.
May 17th Celebration
May 17
Miami, Fla.
True to tradition, the day begins with a church
service at 12:00 p.m. followed by a speech by
Nora Aavik, the children’s parade with the Sons of
Norway’s viking ship, and hot dogs, soda, and ice
cream for sale! At the Miami Seamen’s Church.
illinois
Norwegian Constitution Day Concert
May 15, 7:30 p.m.
Chicago, Ill.
Music Director Yeeson Kwon has a wonderful musical evening planned for your enjoyment. Hear
old favorite songs, visit with friends, and please
join us for coffee and refreshments afterwards.
At Minnekirken Norwegian Lutheran Church.
Visit the Viking Ship
May 16, 1:00—4:00 p.m.
Geneva, Ill.
Visit the Viking ship, a real, full-size replica of a
ninth-century Viking ship that sailed across the
Atlantic in 1893. Docent-led tours begin every 30
minutes. You’ll learn of the Vikings’ construction,
journey, and significance. $5 for adults, $3 for
teens, and free for children. At Good Templar Park.
Celebration Banquet
May 16, 6:00 p.m.
Park Ridge, Ill.
This 17th of May Banquet in celebration of Norway’s Constitution Day is sponsored by the Norwegian National League. The Honored Guest is
H.E. Ambassador Kåre R. Aas, Royal Norwegian
Embassy. The cost is $75 per person. Contact [email protected] or (847) 358-1527 to make
your reservation. At Park Ridge Country Club.
Calendar of Events
Constitution Day Parade
May 17, 12:00 p.m.
Park Ridge, Ill.
The Norwegian National League hosts a parade
at Hodges Park in celebration of Norway’s Constitution Day. Pre-parade festivities in Hodges Park
begin at 12:00 p.m. and include entertainment,
activities for children, vendors, and refreshments.
iowa
Syttende Mai with Vesterheim
May 16
Decorah, Iowa
Join Vesterheim for a full day of celebrating Syttende Mai! The Children’s Parade led by Decorah’s
Nordic Dancers begins at 1:00 p.m. March along
or cheer from the sidewalks. Norwegian flags will
be provided for everyone marching. Enjoy a concert by Decorah Youth Choir in Bethania Church
on Mill Street from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Starting
at 4:00 p.m., celebrate with a street dance with
Decorah’s popular Scandinavian-American oldtime dance band, Foot-Notes, on Mill St. next
to the museum. Visit vesterheim.org/events/annual/syttende-mai/ for the complete schedule.
Maine
Syttende Mai celebration
May 16, 9:30 a.m.
Gray, Maine
Come and enjoy a parade, games, music, cookout, and time with friends and Maine’s wild animals. Parade at 11:00 a.m., koldtbord, pølser, and
potluck buffet at 12:00. Please bring a koldtbord
item or dessert, and a portable chair. $3.50 entrance fee age four and up. Find directions to
the park at www.maine.gov/ifw/education/wildlifepark/. For more info, contact Diane Eiker at
(207) 650-9988 or [email protected].
Massachusetts
201st 17. Mai Celebration
May 16, 1:00—3:00 p.m.
West Newton, Mass.
Join the Norumbega Sons of Norway Lodge at the
Scandinavian Living Center at 12:30 p.m. for the
parade, which steps off at 12:45 p.m. The speech
will start at 1:00 p.m., followed by lunch at 1:30
p.m., and games for children at 2:15 p.m. Cost for
lunch is $10 for adults and $5 for children. Enjoy
music by SAMspill.
Michigan
Norwegian Constitution Day Celebration
May 17, 11:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m.
Farmington Hills, Mich.
An indoor/outdoor Norwegian festival will be
held by Nordkap Lodge at the Swedish Club. The
free event is open to all ages. Featured events
will include a parade led by Scandinavian folk
musicians, special games for children, Norwegian
products and foods for purchase, and more.
Minnesota
Ole’s Last Bow—World Premier
now—May 16
Chaska, Minn.
Peter Holbrook, the creater of Ole’s Last Bow has
rewritten the play and made it available to the
public in World Premier performances. Ole’s Last
Bow is a vaudeville type show, loosely based on
the life of a real vaudeville character, Hjalmar Peterson, also know as Olle i Skratthult. The show
brings together a poignant story, with music,
dancing, and plenty of jokes. For additional info,
visit the website www.oleslastbow.com.
Norwegian Heritage Fest
May 12, 6:00—9:00 p.m.
Scandia, Minn.
Vennelag 1-546 is having their 19th Annual
Heritage Fest at the Scandia Community Center.
There will be a full smørgåsbord table of Norwegian foods, music by Florian Chmielewski and
Lorren Lindivig, a silent auction, the Norske Lotteri, and door prizes. Tickets are $16 and must be
purchased in advance as no sales at the door. Call
(651) 257-2019 or (651) 257-2375 for tickets.
“1814-2014 Red, White & Blue: Norwegian
Constitution, American Inspiration”
May 12—June 14
Minneapolis, Minn.
On display at the Norway House Education
Center, the exhibit is made up of works by
ten renowned modern Norwegian artists. It
is a visual exploration of themes ranging from
freedom and stability to the struggles facing
democracy and globalization. For more info
visit: norwayhouse.org. Wear a Syttende Mai
Minnesota button and receive $1 off.
Norwegian Heritage Week
May 12—18
Thief River Falls, Minn.
Sons of Norway Snørre Lodge is sponsoring
this celebration of Norwegian heritage. Events
include “In Their Own Words,” presentation
by Solveig Tweet Zempel on Tuesday, Syttende
Mai dinner and movie night on Wednesday,
“Old Time Dance” on Thursday, the “Sister”
musical and comedy trio on Friday, “Vikings
in the Attic” talk with Eric Dregni on Saturday,
Frozen showing on Sunday, and a Syttende
Mai Open House and live broadcast of Killingberg Orchestra on Monday. View sofn.amm.
clockwork.net/_asset/g5vwc6/2015_POSTER_Snorre.pdf for more info.
Tusenvann Syttende Banquet
May 15, 5:30—10:00 p.m.
Wahkon, Minn.
Enjoy this annual Syttende Mai banquet and
silent auction. Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m.
followed by buffet dinner from 6:30 to 7:30
p.m., and entertainment by “Jerry & Joyce”
with dancing until 10:00 p.m. Cash bar. $18
per person. Reservations required. Contact
(320) 629-6616 or [email protected] for
more info. At Wahkon Inn & Restaurant.
Syttende Mai Blast Off Banquet
May 15, 6:00 p.m.
Spring Grove, Minn.
The Syttende Mai Blast Off Banquet with social hour, food, and entertainment by SGHS
Choir begins at 6:00 p.m. at the Fest Building.
The UffDA Club Induction follows at 7:30 p.m.,
announcing 2015 Honorees & Syttende Mai
Royalty. Price is $15 for adults, $10 for choir
students, $6 for children 12 and under, or $5
for anyone attending the program only. Visit
www.sgsyttendemai.com/ for more info.
Twin Cities Kids Marathon Cross Country
Fun Run
May 16, 9:00 a.m.
St. Paul, Minn.
Join us at Como Park. The event will feature
runs of a half mile, mile, two mile, and 5K
distances. Parents are welcome to run with
their kids. Opening ceremonies will start at
9:00 a.m. Each young runner will receive a
medal and T-shirt. Lunch is provided for the
entire cheering section. Registration is $10 in
advance and $16 on the day of the event. For
more details, visit: norwayhouse.org.
May 16—17
Spring Grove, Minn.
Celebrate Norway’s Constitution Day with
craft & food demos, a classic car show, genetic ancestry testing, a kubb tournament, and
more! Parade starts at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday
and the meatball dinner will be held at Trinity
Lutheran Church from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
on Sunday. Visit www.sgsyttendemai.com/
events.html to view the complete schedule.
Syttende Mai at Mindekirken
May 17, 10:30 a.m.
Minneapolis, Minn.
Syttende Mai celebrations at Mindekirken
begin with a concert at 10:30 a.m. featuring
the Norwegian Glee Club of Minneapolis. The
festival service (in Norwegian and English) by
Rev. Kristin Sundt will be held at 11:00 a.m.,
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with the Mindekirken Choir, James Olcott on
trumpet, and an official greeting from the
Norwegian Royal Palace. The parade will follow from approximately 12:15 to 12:45 p.m.
At 1:00 p.m., guests are invited to join a picnic
lunch, children’s games and activities, music,
and folk dancing on the church grounds.
Old Muskego Syttende Mai Service
May 17, 3:00 p.m.
St. Paul, Minn.
Celebrate Norwegian heritage at a church
service at the Old Muskego Church at Luther
Seminary. It was the first church building constructed by Norwegian Lutheran immigrants
in America. In 1907, it was moved to Luther
Seminary. Professor Gracia Grindal will lead
a brief Syttende Mai Song Church Service, including Norwegian hymns in English and some
Scripture readings in Norwegian. Afterwards,
coffee and lefse will be served on the lawn.
2015 Syttende Mai Minnesota Banquet
May 17, 5:00 p.m.
Bloomington, Minn.
The reception at 5:00 p.m. is again graciously
sponsored by the Honorary Norwegian Consulate General. The dinner and program organized by the Syttende Mai Minnesota Committee begins at 6:15 p.m. Guest speaker will
be the Honorable Lorie Skjerven Gildea, Chief
Justice of the Minnesota Supreme Court.
$50 per person. Reservations by May 7 are
required. Contact 17maicommittee@gmail.
com. At Minnesota Valley Country Club.
Missouri
Norway’s Constitution Day
May 17, 12:00—2:00 p.m.
St. Louis, Mo.
Help the Norwegian Society of St. Louis celebrate by joining in games, fellowship, and
food, including the singing of the Norwegian
National Hymn and a parade. Cost for members ages 12 and up is $8. Please bring an appetizer, salad, or dessert as well as beverages
to share. Coffee, water, beer, wine, and ice
will be provided, as well as pølse brats. The
event will take place at at Tillies Park (9551
Litzsinger Rd.) at the shelter nearest the lake.
new york
A Celebration of Sámi Culture & Arts: Sámi
Performing & Visual Arts Festival
May 11—12
New York, N.Y.
Sámi Teáhter Searvi (STS) and Scandinavia
House join together for a two-day festival to
celebrate Sámi culture and address topical
political and social issues expressed through
theater and dance, storytelling, traditional
joik, poetry, and films from leading Sámi artists. $15 ($10 ASF Members); Festival pass:
$20 ($15 ASF Members).
New Nordic Cinema: I Am Yours/Jeg er din
May 13 & 15
New York, N.Y.
Join Scandinavia House for a showing of I Am
Yours/Jeg er din, directed by Iram Haq (Norway, 2013). Mina (Amrita Acharia) is a singlemother living in the Pakistani community in
Oslo with her six-year-old son Felix (Prince
Singh). Mina is constantly looking for love,
however none of her relationships bear any
hope of lasting very long. In Norwegian, Urdu,
and Swedish with English subtitles. At 7:00
p.m. on Wednesday or 6:30 on Friday. Cost is
$10 or $7 for ASF members.
17th of May Smørgåsbord Dinner Dance
May 15, 6:30—11:00 p.m.
Staten Island, N.Y.
Nansen Lodge will begin their Syttende Mai
weekend celebrations with a smørgåsbord
dinner, dancing, and music by Sverre Risdal from
Arendal, Norway. At Nansen Lodge Main Hall.
17th of May Picnic
May 17, 12:00—6:00 p.m.
Staten Island, N.Y.
Nansen Lodge hosts a Syttende Mai picnic on
their lodge grounds, catered by a Taste of Honey.
Reservations are needed for the all-you-can-eat
picnic. Tickets are $25 for adults if purchased by
May 10 ($30 at the door), $18 for children six
through 14, and free for children under six. RSVP
to [email protected] or (718) 356-8395.
May 17, 12:00—6:00 p.m.
New York, N.Y.
Celebrate Syttende Mai with the New York Seamen’s Church! Following the service at 12:00
p.m., there will be a children’s parade, hot dogs,
music, games, and more! Everyone is welcome.
Syttende Mai Parade
May 17, 1:30 p.m.
Brooklyn, N.Y.
Join Brooklyn in celebrating Norway’s Constitution Day! The parade steps off at 80th Street and
Third Ave at 1:30 p.m., rain or shine and proceeds
along Third Avenue to 69th Street. The theme for
2015 is: “Celebrating 1000 Years of Christianity.”
Visit www.may17paradeny.com/ for more info.
North carolina
Norsk Carolina Syttende Mai
May 16, 12:30—3:00 p.m.
Concord, N.C.
Join Norsk Carolina for a picnic, children’s events,
and a small parade at Frank Liske park. Come for
the day; the park has much to offer. We will have a
raffle and the lodge will provide pølse, bread, and
fixings; ice cream; and water, lemonade, and coffee. Please bring a side dish or dessert. Wear your
bunad or Norwegian colors and wave your flag!
North dakota
May 17, 2:00—3:00 p.m.
Mayville, N.D.
Mjosen Lodge 4-78 will host a community Syttende Mai celebration and program in the Dining
Hall at the Luther Memorial Home. Norwegian
goodies and coffee will be served.
ohio
Ohio Norseman Syttende Mai Fest
May 17, 12:30—4:00 p.m.
Lakewood, Ohio
Please bring a dish to share for 10 people and
be ready to enjoy the afternoon at Lakewood
Park. Hot dogs, condiments, coffee, tea, lemonade, and tableware are provided. Enjoy a potluck
lunch, recognition of Norway’s Constitution Day,
50-50 raffle, and social time concluding with the
traditional parade around the building. All are
welcome to attend. Cost is $5 for members, $5
for non-members, and free for children. Contact
Caroline at (216) 346-5207 for more info.
May 17, 4:00 p.m.
Springboro, Ohio
Susie and Glenn Mikaloff have graciously invited
the Edvard Grieg Sons of Norway Lodge to their
home again this year to celebrate Norway’s
Constitution Day. Bring a favorite dish to share.
Contact Susie at (937) 748-8121 or g-mikaloff@
email.msn.com for info, RSVP, and directions.
oregon
Syttende Mai at Johan Vineyards
May 16, 11:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m.
Rickreall, Ore.
Expect some fantastic wine, music, and food, all
embracing Norway’s culture. For those of you
Send your event to [email protected] or call (206) 784-4617
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Event listings are free, but space is limited. Please contact us at least one month prior to event.
who don’t have a drop of Norwegian blood in
your veins, don’t fret! Everyone is an honorary
Norwegian for at least one day. Rumor has it that
they’ll be pouring their sparkling wine and maybe
even have a demonstration with a Viking sword!
May 17
Portland, Ore.
Socialize, eat, enter to win a raffle prize, and shop
for Nordic treasures at the Norse Hall, which
opens at 1:00 p.m. Parade starts at 3:00 p.m. and
features national costumes, fjord horses, and
marching bands! Following the parade, attend
the program in the Grand Ballroom: the presentation of the colors, proclamations by Portland’s
Honorary Norwegian Consul; speakers; Norwegian musical entertainment; a Leikarringen (folk
dancing) performance; and children’s activities.
texas
May 17, 1:00—5:00 p.m.
Pasedena, Texas
Join the Norwegian Seamen’s Church in Pasadena for a short ceremony, speech, greetings from
King Harald V, children’s choir, a band leading the
parade, and games for children of all ages! Menu
includes hotdogs, lots of homemade Norwegian
cakes, ice cream, soft drinks, coffee/tea, and
more. Price is $20 for 13 and up, $10 for ages four
through 12, and free for children under three.
Payment upon arrival, preferably cash or check.
virginia
Syttende Mai Celebration Gala
May 15, 6:30 p.m.
Arlington, Va.
Celebrate with a cocktail reception starting at
6:30 p.m., followed by dinner, entertainment, and
guest speaker H.E. Ambassador Kåre R Aas. Black
Tie, Service Uniform, or Bunad. Regular ticket
price $110. Discount price of $45 for those under 30 years old. Ticket includes welcome drink,
three-course meal, wine service, and entertainment. Register at www.naccma.org/events/savethe-date-nacc-ma-syttende-mai-gala. At Capital
View Ballroom, Key Bridge Marriott.
Washington
Rosemaling with Marilyn Hansen
May 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 9:30 a.m.—3:30 p.m.
Seattle, Wash.
Explore this traditional Norwegian decorative
folk art. Telemark, Hallingdal, and Gudbrandsdal
are some of the regional styles taught. Paint on
a variety of objects. All levels welcome, and taking at least two classes is recommended. You may
purchase supplies from Hansen at the time of the
workshop: $10 for a plate; brushes are $6 each;
using her paints is $7; color copies are $1. Cost is
$35/day for non-members or $33/day for NHM
members. At Nordic Heritage Museum. Register
at spring-rosemaling.eventbrite.com.
Stan Boreson 90th Birthday Tribute
May 15, 6:30 p.m.
Seattle, Wash.
Accordionist Stan Boreson, the “King of Scandinavian Humor,” comes to the Swedish Club for his
90th birthday. Join us for a fun-filled evening and
listen to bands and old friends of Stan’s performing some of your favorite Boreson songs. We will
be serving a sit-down dinner of gourmet meatloaf, mashed potatoes, vegetables, and salad. Reserved tables available for parties of eight. Tickets
available at Brown Paper Tickets (www.brownpapertickets.com/event/1362537/ref/560930) for
$50. Social hour 5:30 p.m., dinner 6 p.m.
Syttende Mai Dance
May 16, 8:30 p.m.
Seattle, Wash.
The Seattle Syttende Mai celebrations begin with
a dance at the Elks on Shilshole with the big band
music sound of Duane Wright. Cost is $10; free
parking; snacks and no-host bar.
Seattle Syttende Mai Celebrations
May 17
Seattle, Wash.
Join Seattle for the biggest 17th of May celebration outside of Norway! From 10:00 a.m.
to 4:00 p.m., join emcee and musician Lori
Ann Reinhall at Bergen Place stage for an incredible musical line-up . Then join the Leif Erikson Lodge for a traditional Norwegian lunch
with the Grand Marshal and Honorary Marshals from 12:00 to 2:30 p.m. Call (206) 7831274 or visit Leif Erikson Lodge for tickets.
The parade starts down a mile-long stretch of
Ballard at 4:00 p.m. This year’s emcee is local
radio personality Tim Hunter.
Wisconsin
Syttende Mai Festival
May 15—17
Stoughton, Wis.
Celebrate Syttende Mai the entire weekend
in Stoughton! Activities include rosemaling
exhibits, run/walks, a quilt show, concerts,
dancing, parades, and more! Visit www.
stoughtonwi.com/syttendemai for schedule.
Westby Syttende Mai
May 15—17
Westby, Wis.
Celebrate in Westby with concerts, auctions,
parades, bunad shows, a 5K walk/run and
half marathon, a rømmegrøt eating contest,
church services, and much more! Visit westbysyttendemai.com for more info.
13th Annual “Uff da” Trail Run
May 16
Woodville, Wis.
Beginning at the Citizens State Bank on Main
Street in downtown Woodville, the half marathon and 5K courses run on a scenic abandoned railroad bed. Packet pickup will be
from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m., and race day registration will be available from 6:00 to 7:30 a.m.
The half marathon begins at 8:00 a.m. and the
5K at 8:15 a.m. Visit www.bwsnohawks.com/
uffda.html for registration and cost info.
Syttende Mai
May 16
Eau Claire, Wis.
This year’s program will be an authentic
breakfast buffet identical to one held at a
Norwegian hotel in Norway. Norden Folk is
in charge of this year’s event but as has happened in recent years, Sons of Norway and
Ager Association are also involved in planning
the event. At Grace Lutheran Church.
Alberta
May 17, 1:00 p.m.
Edmonton, Alberta
Solgynt Lodge will be celebrating Syttende
Mai with a flag raising and parade at 1:30
p.m., followed by coffee and refreshments.
Contributions of baking happily accepted, and
donations will help cover food costs. At the
Dutch Canadian Centre/Home of the Scandinavians.
Saskatchewan
May 17
Saskatoon, Sask.
Join the Sons of Norway Brubyen Lodge for
the parade at 3:00 p.m. Entertainment will be
provided by the Saskatoon Norwegian Cultural Society Dancers at 4:00 p.m., followed by
a BBQ supper at 5:00 p.m. Lawn games will
be provided: ladder golf, bocce ball, kubb, etc.
Tickets available from Sharon at 384-2420 or
Diane at 373-3156 by May 15. Cost is $10 for
adults, $5 for children 10 and under. Forestry
Farm Park Gazebo.
Check www.na-weekly.com/events for complete listings
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Syttende Mai
17th of May historical highlights
Finn Roed
West Bloomfield, Mich.
Though under Swedish hegemony,
the Norwegian Constitution was written
and agreed upon by the Riksforsamling
(the congregation of diverse segments of
Norwegian society authorized to write the
Constitution) on May 16.
On May 17, the Riksforsamling
chose Prince Christian Frederik to be
King of Norway.
On May 18, the Constitution was
signed.
Several times since, the Constitution
has been changed.
In the years that followed, there were
many celebrations honoring the Constitution, which were sometimes rowdy and
worrisome for the Swedish King, Carl
Johan. One example is “Torveslaget” in
1829.
In 1829, Henrik Wergeland held the
first official oration at the monument of
the parliamentary representative, Christian Krogh, in Christiania (later Oslo) to
honor the constitution. It was only after
King Karl Johan’s death in 1844 that the
celebrations of the Constitution became
more common.
During the 1850s, the foremost 17th
of May speaker was Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson.
In 1859, he created a “fatherland
song,” “Der ligger et land mot den evige
snø”(There lies a country by the eternal
snow). At the same time he created the famous national anthem “Ja vi elsker” (Yes,
we love this country).
In 1870, Bjørnson conceived the brilliant idea of a flag parade for Norwegian
children, which has become the heart of
the 17th of May celebrations.
Is there any other country that celebrates its children to the extent that Norway does?
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Most of you chose Frederik VI. But is
he the true King Connection? Let’s find out
now. Will the real 1814 King of Norway
please stand up?
(All three rise)
Wait a minute! Wait a minute! Time out!
These folks want to know if they picked the
right one! Will two of you please sit down!
(They all keep standing; long pause)
Is this mutiny or what?
Frederick VI: We were all Norwegian kings
in 1814.
Host: What? What kind of Triple Crown is
that? Folks, are you buyin’ this?
Christian Frederick: It’s true! And I had
the longest rein! Almost eight months.
Host: You’re sure about that? Let’s hear it
from each of you. King Frederick, you’re first.
Frederick VI: I was king of Denmark and
Norway starting in March 1808. I was not
happy about losing Norway to Sweden in the
Treaty of Kiel. That was signed in January,
so my rein as one of Norway’s kings in 1814
was indeed brief.
It was never my plan to let Norway go
permanently. I sent Christian Frederik to Norway to promote support for Denmark. Part of
the strategy was to put a wedge between Norway and Sweden by encouraging Norwegian
independence. Talk about backfiring!
Host: Well, Denmark may not thank you, but
Norway thanks you. Christian Frederik?
Christian Frederik: I was elected Regent
of Norway February 16, 1814, by a group
of prominent Norwegians, and unanimously
elected King of Norway May 17, 1814, by
the Constituent Assembly following the
signing of the Constitution at Eidsvoll.
Sadly, just three months later the Norwegian army was defeated by the Swedes.
Fighting was not my strong point. I transferred executive power to the Storting on
October 11, 1814, abdicated my throne, and
returned to Denmark.
Sure, Norway linked up with Sweden
until 1905. But the House of Oldenburg prevailed. My great-grand nephew Prince Carl
of Denmark became the first king of a truly
independent Norway. He took the name Haakon VII of Norway. And his King Connection? Haakon VII, who saw Norway through
the German occupation of World War II, is
father to King Olav V and grandfather to
King Harald V, constitutional monarch of
Norway on this May 17, 2015.
Host: So you helped make the Eidsvoll event
happen? Well, it may not have turned out
quite the way you meant. But Norway thanks
you just the same. And you, Carl the Second?
Carl II: I wasn’t king of Norway for long,
barely three and a half years, but my rein
did begin in 1814. The agreement creating
the union between Sweden and Norway was
signed on November 4, 1814. That’s why my
adopted son Karl Johan, who succeeded me
to the throne, wanted that date to be celebrated in Norway, not May 17.
Host: So each of these monarchs did in fact
wear the Norwegian crown for a portion of
1814. That, folks, concludes today’s episode
of The King Connection. Hurra for Syttende
Mai and the 1814 King Connection!
May 17th: The Norwegian National Day
Flag Raising Ceremony
The annual flag raising ceremony will start at 8.30am
on the PLU Red Square with songs and speeches. After
the ceremony follows a reception with Thorhild Widvey,
Minister of Culture for Norway at 9am.
Gratulerer med Dagen!
H.M. King Harald V
Coming to PLU
May 23rd!
Please join us in welcoming
His Majesty King Harald V
on the PLU Red Square at
10.30am!
We will be handing out Norwegian
flags, singing Norwegian
songs, and hopefully sharing
our enthusiasm with the wider
community.
Scandinavian Cultural Center 253-535-7349
gratulerer med dagen!
happy birthday, norway!
A special greeting
to all Norwegian Americans
on Norway’s Constitution Day
From the Royal Norwegian Embassy, Washington;
the Norwegian Consulates General in Houston,
New York and San Francisco; and the Honorary
Norwegian Consulate General in Minneapolis
norway
May 8, 2015 • S15
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Nordic Fest!
SATURDAY, MAY 30, 2015
10 AM - 3 PM
MESSIAH LUTHERAN CHURCH
805 4TH STREET NE • AUBURN
May 17: Syttende Mai Celebration
Come Celebrate with Us
in Portland Oregon
p DOORS
OPEN AT 1 PM
Norwegian Food for Purchase,
Raffle Prizes, Oslo Lounge Open.
p GRAND
FLAG PARADE
STARTS AT 3 PM
Marching Bands, National Costumes, Fjord Horses.
p PROGRAM,
FESTIVITIES
AND RAFFLE AT 4 PM
www.vesterdalen.org
All held in the Grand Ballroom
following the parade. Some highlights: the Scandinavian Chorus
and other musicians, speakers,
and Leikarringen.
Hipp Hipp Hurra! Hipp Hipp Hurra !
SPONSORED BY SONS OF NORWAY GRIEG LODGE 2-15 AT NORSE HALL
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• Vendors (clothing, jewelry, books, rosemaling)
• Ethnic foods to sample
• Bake sale
• Craft displays and demonstrations
• Geneology information
• Activities for Children
• And more!
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Everyone
Welcome
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Admission
is Free!
111 NE 11th Ave., Portland
www.norsehall.org
facebook.com/GriegLodge15
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Hipp Hipp Hurra for Syttende Mai!
Celebrate your heritage at Anthony’s
with fresh Northwest seafood and a view of the Puget Sound.
Anthony’s HomePort ~ Shilshole Bay
6135 Seaview Ave NW • Seattle WA 98107
For Reservations Call: 206.783.0780
www.anthonys.com
LUNDE MARINE
ELECTRONICS
King Crab/Salmon/Scallop
Alder Smoked BBQ
Crab Boat Tours
Saturday, May 30, 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Tickets: $100 per person
($75.00 Tax Deductible to the Nordic Heritage Museum)
Alder-smoked king crab, salmon and cod • Pan-seared wild Alaskan Weathervane scallops
Hosted by Doug Dixon of Pacific Fishermen Shipyard and PFI Marine Electric
and Tor Tollessen of Lunde Marine Electronics
To benefit the Nordic Heritage Museum
The afternoon includes a VIP tour of Pacific Fishermen Shipyard and numerous king crab boats in the shipyard including
the Hansen family’s F/V NORTHWESTERN
as featured on the Discovery Channel show “Deadliest Catch.”
(F/V NORTHWESTERN tour dependent upon salmon season opening, others available)
For more details and how to reserve your place, visit the events page at
www.nordicmuseum.org

Gratulerer med dagen! - The Norwegian American

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