Strictly Scandinavian Events

Scandinavian Heritage Fesival - October 8-10 2010  at Puyallup Fairgrounds.  A fun filled weekend with live music, demostrations and all sorts of vendors, including delicious food.  11 AM - 7 PM everyday.  Oktoberfest is also happening at the same time in a seperate building.  Come join the fun!  More information at www.oktoberfestnw.com/SHF.html

Sons of Norway Lutefisk Dinner - October 17, 2010 at Normanna Hall in Tacoma.  Fill your belly with Lutefisk, Lefse, meatballs and more.  Lunch starts at 11 am and goes until 3 pm.  Vendors, including us, are on hand before or after you've eaten.

Trick or Treat in the Harbor - October 31,   Gig Harbor merchants are ready for the dressed up kiddies.  From 3 pm - 6 pm the local merchants invite your kids to come down and Trick or Treat in the Harbor.  Fun for kids of all ages!

Scandinavian Bazaar October 30-31 2010.  A fun filled day of delicious open faced sandwiches, craft booths and Strictly Scandinavian Gifts!  More information posted soon.

Annual Open House at Strictly Scandinavian - November 20, 2010  Come for a fun filled day with Nordic Spirit playing between 1 pm - 3 pm.  The store will be filled with Christmas items so get your shopping done early with the best selection.

Gig Harbor Boat Parade and Late Night Shopping - December 11th.  Not only is this the Lucia day but the whole town is buzzing with activity until 9 pm.  It begins with the parade of lighted boats in the harbor at approximately 6 pm and shop to keep warm and listen to the carolers.  Really get in the spirit of things.  It's one of the most fun events!

Midsummer at St. Edwards Park June 26, 2010, 11 AM - 6 PM.  For directions and additional information go to http://www.skandia-folkdance.org/Midsommarfest/midsommarfest.html.  Celebrating 51 years.

Potato Lefse - If you love lefse and I don't know many who don't this class is for you.  Learn how to make the wonderful potato rounds from Mary.  She has been doing it most of her life and is a good instructor.  She'll turn potatoes, flour and butter into the best tasting Lefse you could imagine.  Class fee is $5.00 and all supplies are provided.  You get to take some pieces with you and of course eat a bit!  Pre-registration is required.  253-851-5959 or info@strictlyscandinavian.com.

Hardanger Embroidery Classes.  Hardanger is a beautiful Scandinavian art.  Our instructor Edda Todd has been doing this needlework for sometime and is quite accomplished.  The class is limited so reservations must be made. Class fee is $15.00 which includes kit to make a small item.  Embroidery scissors may be purchased if you don't have any at the class.  Call to Register 253-851-5959 or info@strictlyscandinavian.com.

Kransekake Cooking Class - TBD:  Aase will teach us how we can make our own traditional Kransekake for our celebrations.  She is an expert and they taste great!  Class fee is $5.00 and all supplies are provided.  You get to take some pieces with you and of course eat a few!  Pre-registration is required.  253-851-5959 or info@strictlyscandianvian.com.