We are a happy group banded together to enjoy our Norwegian heritage, whether it be history, geneology, crafts, dancing, financial products, celebrating or even the gifts of our fine cooks!
We encourage you to browse our website and get to know us--there is room for you here.
This 100+ year old viking ship, built for the World Columbian Exposition is stored in Good Templar Park in Geneva, IL.
WE NEED YOUR EMAIL ADDRESSES OR YOUR CHILDRENS’ OR A FRIEND!
We are still collecting e-mail address which saves us considerable postage and time. If you have not yet given us your e-mail address, let me know and I will add you to the list. gregragan@aol.com
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Website
Vesterheim Archivist was here!!
His facinating talk on ancestry and heritage can be followed up on in our own "Norwegian Culture" section.
On that page you will find the link to a Page called Norse Links...all about heritage.
Try it and see!!
*** and I'm begging you to go to Norse Links and try them
-- Absolutely pure GOLD!!! --CAA
CONCERT MAY 17
There is a wonderful concert on May 17 - Thursday evening - at 7 p.m. at the Norwegian Lutheran Memorial Church - 2614 N Kedzie Boulevard. Several choirs will be performing. There are refreshments downstairs after the concert.
Then on Sunday May 20, the church service starts at 10:30 a.m. so you have time to attend church before the parade. At 1 p.m. the parade kicks off at Talcott and Cumberland Roads in Park Ridge. The position of the church in the line up is number 17. The parade ends in Hodges Park by the city hall in Park Ridge.
Should you need more information, do not hesitate to contact me. Hope to see you at the celebrations.
Memory of the Day
Ha en god dag - Kari
Have a good day - Kari
En venn er én som forstår din fortid A friend is someone who understands your past
Tror på din fremtid Believes in your future
Og aksepterer deg i dag for den du er And accepts you today for who you are
Visitors' Day @ the Viking Ship - May 19
The Viking Ship Exhibit will be open from 1:00 to 4:00 PM on Saturday, May 19.
Come, see the ship and hear the story!
Docent led tours begin at 1:00 PM.
Adult $5
Teen $3
Child, 5-12 years, $1
Age four and under Free
Located at 528 East Side Drive, Geneva, IL
Last tour begins at 3:30 PM
Share this information with your friends. The Viking will thank you.
