Summer Calendar - Finnish American Cultural Activities
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Summer Calendar - Finnish American Cultural Activities
Uutiset NEWSLETTER OF THE FINNISH AMERICAN CULTURAL ACTIVITIES, INC. June/Kesäkuu 2012 Summer Calendar FACA 2011-2012 Board of Directors President: Kara Middleton (952) 237-5857 [email protected] Vice President/Program Chair: Bud Berry (651) 777-6704 [email protected] Secretary: Harlan Stoehr (651) 484-9589 [email protected] Treasurer/Publicity: Edith Boos (612) 522-7708 [email protected] Special Events: Open Member-at Large: Glen Bay (612) 377-4701 FACA Newsletter Committee Editor: Mary Belanger (218) 839-1566 [email protected] Graphic Design: Beth Jarvis (763) 536-9561 [email protected] Contributing Writers: Kara Middleton, Jeanne Swope, Joan Dwyer, Gil Kinnunen, Erin Belanger, Urho Rahkola, Bud Berry Membership/Mailing: Urho and Pam Rahkola [email protected] (651) 429-3319 Finnish American Cultural Activities, Inc. Singer/Songwriter Jonathan Rundman to Release 20–Song Retrospective Album Critically acclaimed folk/pop songwriter Jonathan Rundman will release a self-titled 20-song retrospective album this June. Rundman will perform a CD release show in celebration of the album’s launch on Tuesday, June 19th, 7:00 p.m., at the Bryant Lake Bowl Theater in Minneapolis. Rundman has had a busy decade: One relocation from Chicago to Minneapolis. Two children. Multiple albums. Dozens of songs. Hundreds of performances. Thousands of miles traveled. Now in 2012, this significant period is summarized in a new self-titled retrospective CD. Deftly navigating between garagey rock, Americana, sophisticated pop, and folk music, the new CD Jonathan Rundman summarizes the work of one of America’s most ingenious and persistent independent songwriters. Rundman’s new anthology collects songs from four albums (Sound Theology, Tennesota, Public Library, and Insomniaccomplishments) as well as previously unreleased recordings, remixes, and brand new songs. Bryant Lake Bowl Theater, 810 W Lake St., Minneapolis. All ages welcome, sliding scale admission $5-$15. Tickets can be purchased at http://www.bryantlakebowl.com or (fee free) at (612)825-8949. Editor’s Note: Jonathan also performs with Finnish folk duo Kaivama. Notice of Member Meeting No business could be conducted at the May 18 annual meeting due to lack of a quorum, so a brief business meeting to revise the bylaws and elect directors will be held in connection with the regular program of September 21. Details will be published in the September newsletter preceding the program. The nominating committee presented these candidates: For the 3-year term to succeed herself, Kara Middleton; for the three-year term to succeed Edith Boos, Richard Harju; and for the remaining two years of the term from which David Breeden resigned, Edith Boos. Directors serve until the board meeting following the election of successors. 2 June 2012 Board Notes ing an event in Little Canada that will be presented at the May 18 meeting, and declined a request from Frederick, S.D., for funds to help pay a performance fee by the Finnish group Kaivama. By Harlan Stoehr The president appointed a subcommittee of Berry and Boos to review FACA’s insurance policy and to make an insurance coverage recommendation. The board reviewed FACA bylaw quorum requirements for business, meetings, noted 188 paid memberships, but 276 who are considered voting members. The board will meet June 13 at Panera Bread, Roseville, at 7:00 p.m. Left to right: Kara Middleton, Edith Boos, Bud Berry, Harlan Stoehr, Glen Bay The FACA Board of Directors met at 7:00 p.m. May 16 at Panera Bread, Roseville. Conversational Finnish Class Kara Middleton, Glen Bay, Bud Berry, Edith Boos, and Harlan Stoehr attended. Tuesdays, 4:00-5:25 p.m. St. Anthony Library Corner of Como and Carter Ave. St. Paul Everyone is welcome. For more information, please call Urho Rahkola at ( 651) 429-3319 The secretary reported attendance of 87 at the April program; minutes of the April 18 meeting were approved. The treasurer proposed an annual meeting May-to-May financial report because the fiscal year does not close until June 30. The president reported that the Finnish exhibit at Festival of Nations received a certificate of excellence and $200 cash award, and that she and Mr. Berry represented FACA at the reception for Ritva Koukku-Ronde, Finnish Ambassador to the United States, May 3 at the Minneapolis Club. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES FACA needs your ideas and your helping hand. If you can help with any of the committees or events, please return this form. Thanks! The board received a note of appreciation from Red River Finns for a one-year FACA gift membership, discussed potential program speakers, reviewed a request for housing June 19-22 from a Finnish athlete attend- Program Newsletter Advertising Membership Scholarship Property Website FACA Membership A one-year membership provides you with eight issues of this newsletter, plus other benefits, for $25. To subscribe or renew, complete this form and mail with your check to FACA, P.O. Box 580708, Minneapolis, MN 55458-0708. (Check mailing label for membership expiration date.) Name_____________________________ Address___________________________ City/State/Zip_______________________ Name________________________________________ Phone_ ___________________________ Email _____________________________ Address______________________________________ City/State/Zip__________________________________ Return to FACA, P.O. Box 580708, Minneapolis, MN 55458-0708 or bring to the next program. Phone_ ______________________________________ Email________________________________________ Finnish American Cultural Activities, Inc Meeting Hospitality Visitor Hospitality Library Laskiainen Pikkujoulu Festival of Nations Information Phone 3 June 2012 2012 Festival of Nations Finnish Cafe up frosting cookies for orders-by-the-multiple-dozen 8,6,4,5,...). We want to extend our thanks, on behalf of FACA, to all of the volunteers who helped make another successful year of the Finnish Cafe at the Festival of Nations. It really takes a lot of hard work by many people to make this happen. The Cafe sold about $5,000 worth of product this year, with a total approximate profit of $1,900, after our sale of 'leftovers' at the May program. Thanks much to everyone for all of their help. I know it's a lot of work, but we made it through another year and received a lot of good comments about our products’ appearance and taste. By Pamela and Urho Rahkola Kiitoksia Paljon! First, we want to give a special thank-you to Junelle and Stuart Bernard for all of their help—from storing and transporting all of the Festival material for the past several years, plus purchasing products and helping with this year's Cafe set-up and shutdown. Junelle even showed-up to work Friday morning! Thanks much! We also want to extend a special thank-you to Marlene Banttari for making space in her freezer again this year to store all of our leftovers until the May FACA program, in addition to working a shift in the Cafe and again washing and pressing all of the cafe aprons. Finnish exhibit booth: Kara Middleton and Kathy Chambless. Bazaar’s Finnish handicraft booth: Susan Harstad. Thanks to Merja Wilenius for again working all four days of the festival—daily setting up the booth's front and making sure that sales went smoothly throughout the Festival. Also, thanks to Kathy Chambless who ended up working all four days of the Festival as well, between the Cafe and the exhibit. What a trooper! A special thank-you to Dawn and Gil Kinnunen for also volunteering to work the unenviable 7:00–11:00 Saturday evening shift this year, in addition to their usual Sunday times, right after church, through shutdown. I don't know what we would do without help like this! Thanks to all of those who worked multiple shifts. I know the hours get long and feet/backs get tired: Dixie Luoma, RuthAnn Swanson, Sharon Filiatrault, Linda Davis, Elsa Hoover, Kaarina Kotkavuori, Eira Bridges, Barb Nikula-Owens, Jane and Keith Olson along with George Valo, who ended up 'manning' a dish towel even though he only stopped by to watch. Also, thanks to the many other volunteers. Without you the Cafe would not be possible: Carol and Ray Pesola, Bob Nelson, Anita Johnson, Stella Arola, Edie Boos, Marcia Chess, Janie Ahola, Seija Rahkola, Jesse Stratton, Margaret and Veijo Paine, Theresa and Clyde Lund along with their wonderful grand-daughter– Annie Kuchenmeister, Jeanne Swope, Bette Ruskanen, MerryAlice (who took the place of two!) and Bob Jones, Richard Harju, and Jean Torgerson (who ended Finnish American Cultural Activities, Inc Finnish cafe: Merja Wilenius. 4 June 2012 edifying and entertaining, of value to both scholars and non-scholars.” ―Peter Kivisto, Richard A. Swanson Professor of Social Thought, Augustana College, and Finland Distinguished Professor, University of Turku Summer Reading Finns In Minnesota by Arnold Alanen This succinct yet comprehensive volume outlines the contributions and culture of Minnesota’s Finnish Americans, perhaps best known for their cooperative ventures, their political involvement, and, of course, their saunas. “Alanen opens a richly detailed window into Minnesota geography, culture, and life. How Finns interacted with America, not just Minnesota, comes to life in these pages.”―K. Marianne Wargelin, Honorary Consul of Finland and independent scholar Arnold R. Alanen, professor emeritus of landscape architecture at the University of Wisconsin–Madison and a third-generation Finnish American from Minnesota, has written extensively on the topics of landscape history, vernacular architecture, settlement patterns of Finnish Americans, and cultural resource preservation. Available from Minnesota Historical Society Press Format: $16.95 Paper, 112pp, 6×9, 50 b&w illustrations, 1 map, notes, index, bibliography ISBN: 978-0-87351854-3 E-book: $9.99, ISBN 978-0-87351-860-4 The first Finnish immigrants arrived in Red Wing in 1864, the vanguard of thousands who eventually and resolutely placed Minnesota second among the states in terms of Finnish population. Spring Adult Forums Held at Christ Church Lutheran Forums gather on Sundays from 11:10 am to noon— after worship at 9:30 a.m. and fellowship. They will be held in the forum space next to the upstairs nursery in the education wing. All are welcome to attend. Today we may recognize Minnesota’s “Finnishness” in the popular sauna, in the characteristic tenacity known as sisu, or in place names and cultural markers that link to homeland. The newest contribution to the People of Minnesota series traces the Finns’ migration to the state, particularly its northeastern region; their log construction techniques, including dovetail notching; and their ethnic organizations, from religious to political to fraternal. Colorful sidebars enliven the narrative, highlighting such topics as “Finglish,” New World legends, and the 1920s Olympic competitors in track and field known as the “Flying Finns.” June 17 The Evangelical Lutheran Church of Ingria in Russia―Jane and Antii Lepisto After years of oppression, the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Ingria in Russia is being reborn. The Suomi (Finnish) Special Interest Conference of the ELCA is assisting this four-hundredyear-old church in its rebirth. A brief history, inspiring stories of ministry, and visual presentations. A separate thread tells the story of the Finland Swedes—“the minority within a minority” whose members were born in Finland but spoke Swedish and thus straddled two ethnic groups, belonging fully to neither. The book concludes with a personal narrative of Fred Torma (1888–1979), a miner and carpenter from Nashwauk, who describes establishing a Socialist hall, involvement in the 1907 Mesabi strike, and founding a cooperative boardinghouse and store. His is just one engaging example of the vibrant lives and legacy of Finnish Americans in Minnesota. Pastor Antti Lepisto, president of the Suomi Conference, has traveled to Russia 14 times. He and his wife, Jane Lepisto, share the story of the mission and ministry of the Ingrian Church through regular communications and presentations. June 24 Thoughts and Things from Finland―Mary Bode and Pastor Carlson Two members of Christ Church traveled to Finland in April. They will share with us photos, objects, and reflections from their time there, helping us reconnect with our architectural surroundings and our Finnish friends around the globe and moving us forward as a gathering place for the local Finnish community. Advance Praise: “With a thorough command of his subject matter, Arnold Alanen has written an engaging account of the Finnish imprint on Minnesota and of Minnesota’s reciprocal impact on its large Finnish population. Finns in Minnesota is one of those rare books that is at once Finnish American Cultural Activities, Inc Christ Church Lutheran, 3244 34th Avenue South, Minneapolis, Mn. 55406 (612)721-6611 [email protected] www.christchurchluth.org 5 June 2012 Program Recap in Paris. Saarinen’s move to the United States resulted in his direction for the significant concept design. One of Eliel’s last projects was Christ Church Lutheran in Minneapolis. By Marlene Banttari Our May program, by Kathleen Laurila, provided a fascinating in-depth presentation of Finnish design, influenced by the work of leading artists, architects and designers. Kathleen’s own career experience as an interior designer and lecturer provided a rich background for her presentation because her grandparents came to the United States from Finland. Kathleen recognized the second generation of Finnish designers, whose works are familiar and available today. Alvar Aalto, remains a leading voice of Finnish Design. Aalto furniture is sold locally at FinnStyle in Minneapolis. Kathleen introduced us to the topic Modern Finnish Design, by reminding us that Helsinki has been designated the World Design Capital for 2012. Among other artists of equally recognized work were Kaj Frank, late Head of Design Planning for Arabia and Nuutajärvi, and Ilmari Tapiovaara. Tapio Wirkkala, whose amazing designs in wood and glass have become classics and whose influence was significant as artistic director for iittala. Timo Sarpaneva, best known for glassware, designer of the iittalai-logo, with the lower case i and promoter of Finnish design, with Wirkkala, in international and US exhibitions. Oiva Toikka, has worked in glass and ceramics, theater sets and costumes and even textiles for Marimekko. She went on to tell us how the design sensibilities of the Finns in the early 20th century played a large role in advancing the thinking of design and construction throughout the century. She spoke of Finland’s culture as encouraging equality and liberalism, of Finns being secular in their views, and of the Compulsory Education Act that made education a civil right and available to all citizens. Kathleen’s last recognized Finnish designers were Eero Aarnio, modern furniture designer, Marimekko and Maija Isola. And finally, Kalevala Koru, known for quality gold, silver and bronze jewelry inspired by Finnish folklore and ancient artifacts. Finland’s active art world has been made possible in part by the successful grant policies of the government and by private donors. Public support for culture is part of Finnish welfare and basic services. The Finnish approach to making every day products without enhancement, from the materials that surrounded them, and with the long-practiced skill of the woodworker, weaver and glassblower are all natural to the Finnish artisan. Kathleen’s conclusions deserve another story to include the ideas for the innovative design system that are in the planning stages in Finland. Her program provided an inspiring appreciation of the progressive society from which we are descended. In the late 1800s, a nationalist tenor was growing in Finland, which would impact modern art, music and literature, first as a demonstration of uniqueness as a culture, and eventually to have an impact beyond the borders of their own culture. A dialogue with nature, and with the quality and movement of light, has been a prime force throughout the history of Finnish design. Pieniä Paloja • • But, Finns recognized the need for economic development as well. As a result, the Finnish Society of Crafts and Design was founded in 1875. Finland’s successful educational system also happened because of industry and educators/government developing the system together. The current “Design Forum of Finland actively promotes the competitiveness and development of Finnish industry and culture through means of design. • An enlightening review and contributions of the cultural leaders of Finland, familiar to many of us, followed. From Elias Lönnrot, who published the Kalevala, Akseli Gallen-Kallela, and Jean Sibelius. Eliel Saarinen, was known in Finland, for significant work on the Finnish Pavilion at the 1900 World Fair Finnish American Cultural Activities, Inc • • 6 Kiitos to May coffee servers Pam Rahkola, Junelle Bernard, Merja Wilenius, and Marlene Banttari! Anna Stoehr (mother of FACA member Harlan) is the world’s 40th-oldest person and 15th-oldest in the United States, according to the Gerontology Research Group. An article and photos can be found at: SHE’S ONE IN 7 MILLION on Page ED1 of Thursday, May 24, 2012 issue of the Star Tribune Finnish star forward Mikael Granlund has signed a three-year contract with the Minnesota Wild and will join the team for training camp in the near future. Finnish researchers say they may be able to recreate beer from the 1840’s after finding living bacteria in beer from a shipwreck near Aland Islands. Finns are avid readers. More books are borrowed from the library in Finland than in any of their Nordic neighbors, both in total and per capita. June 2012 June A Way with Clay and Otto Heino: A True Potter. A potter will be demonstrating how to make pottery. Diane Dettman, author of Miriam Daughter of Finnish Immigrants will discuss her book. There will be many other programs as well as a wide variety of Scandinavian foods. The Midwest Viking Festival will demonstrate Viking –age crafts and have other activities in the Viking Park outside of the Hjemkomst building at the same time. June 8-9 Nisswa-stämman “13” will take place at the Nisswa Pioneer village in Nisswa, Mn. Nisswa-stämman has grown into one of the largest traditional Nordic music festivals in the upper midwest. This year 150 folk musicians are expected, among them Arto Järvelä, Finn Hall, Kaivama, Kip Peltoniemi, Arne Salli. For more information (218) 764-2994, pwilson@brainerd. net www.nisswastamman.org. June 9 Sisu Heritage, Inc. 26th Annual Finnish-American Summer Festival, TimberHall, Embarrrass, Mn. 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Crafters, demonstrations, games, food, entertainment, homestead tours. Contact Pat Heikkila, (218) 229-2198 for more information. June 15–17 The 5th Annual Frederick, SD Finn Fest will be held Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. After Frederick’s 125th celebration in 2007, organizers decided to have an annual Finn Fest. Complete with boot toss and wife carrying contests, Finn bread tasting, “Miss” Finn and Finn Princess contests, Juhannuskokko (Fire on the Water) and music by the folk duo Kaivama (Sara Pajunen and Jonathan Rundman). For information about the Frederick Finn Fest visit www.fredericksd. com or call (605)329-7143. June 17 The Evangelical Lutheran Church of Ingria in Russia―Jane and Antii Lepisto, Christ Church Lutheran (See page 5). June 22–23 The 35th Scandinavian Hjemkomst and Annual Midwest Viking Festivals will be held Friday and Saturday June 22–23 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Hjemkomst Center in Moorhead. This year, Sweden is the featured country. Entertainers include Sara Pajunen and Jonathan Rundman of the folk duo Kaivama. One of the presentations is the showing of Finnish American Cultural Activities, Inc On Saturday, June 23, 8:30 a.m. there will be a 5K Run/Walk. On Sunday, June 24, a Norwegian service will be held at 9:30 a.m. and a Scandinavian service will be held at 11:00 a.m. For more information about the 35th Scandinavian Hjemkomst and Annual Midwest Viking Festivals visit www.nordiccultureclubs.org, www. hcscconline.org. or call (218) 299-5452. June 24 Thoughts and Things from Finland―Mary Bode and Pastor Carlson Christ Church Lutheran (See page 5) July July 17–19 Finlandia University Finnish Folk Music Camp, Hancock, Mi. Traditional Finnish music still permeates the lakes and forests of Michigan's Copper Country, where Finnish-American identity vibrantly lives on. From Saturday evening sauna to specialty comfort foods, folks carry on their Finnish traditions as part of everyday life. Arguably, none do it more significantly than those who play traditional Finnish music at festivals and weddings, in humble kitchens, on stylish patios, and even along the pristine shores of Lake Superior. Finlandia University's Finnish Council in America and the Finnish American Heritage Center are excited to arrange this second annual Finnish traditional music camp opportunity. For more information or to reserve your spot at camp visit: www.finlandia.edu/ finnish-music-camp.html or call (906) 482-1413 during 7 June 2012 Finnish American Cultural Activities, Inc. P.O. Box 580708 Minneapolis, MN 55458-0708 FACA Finnish American Cultural Activities, Inc. is an organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the cross-cultural heritage of Americans with Finnish ancestry. Information: (612) 374-2718, www.finnfaca.org Sept 21 FACA Program Nov 8-11 FinnFest USA 2012, Tucson, Az. www. finnfestusa.org Dec 7-8 A Scandinavian Christmas in Cokato. Watch our website for upcoming details and for more information. Cokato Laestandian Lutheran Church in Cokato, Mn. www.cllchurch.org normal business hours. Check the website periodically for updates. Finlandia University, founded by Finnish immigrants over a century ago, is a learning community dedicated to academic excellence, spiritual growth and service. July 29 –Aug 4 SISU Finnish Language & Culture Seminar at the University of Minnesota, Duluth. Registration deposits were due before April 30; for more information and registration information contact: Kathleen Ristinen, Secretary: kaisa@eurekanet. com or (740) 592-1157. Facebook group: SISU Finnish Language & Culture Seminar. August Aug 24 Uutiset copy deadline Fall and Winter Sept 1–2 Petrell Hall 100th Birthday Celebration. Petrell Hall is located approximately 50 miles north of Duluth, 3345 Brimson-Toimi Rd., County Rd. 353, Brimson, Mn. For more information: (218) 848-2622 or email [email protected]. Sept 8 20th Annual Ethnic Fest, Walker, Mn. invites you to attend their upcoming event as a vendor, performer or visitor! Contact the Leech Lake Area Chamber of Commerce at (800) 833-1118 or (218) 547-1313 for more information. Finnish American Cultural Activities, Inc 8 June 2012
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