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        • Gallery – 2019 Viking Encampment
        • Gallery – 2019 Presentations
        • Gallery – 2019 Church Service
        • Gallery – 2019 Folkwear
        • Gallery – 2019 Raffle
        • Gallery – 2019 Closing Ceremony
        • Gallery – 2019 Court Festival Photos
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Everyday People: Oja leading the return of the Astoria Scandinavian Midsummer Festival

A longtime educator and swim coach  By Gary Henley, The AstorianMar 28, 2022(Original Article – Click Here) Barring any unforeseen pandemic interruptions, the Astoria Scandinavian Midsummer Festival is a go for June. And running the show, with lots of volunteer help, is Carla Oja, the festival’s president. It’s one of the many roles Oja has had since she and her …

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The Astoria Scandinavian Midsummer Festival has been a tradition on the North Coast of Oregon for ov

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The 2024 Astoria Scandinavian Midsummer Festival Court was introduced at last week's Lucia Fest. Stay tuned as we introduce these young people and their chaperones individually in January. Save the dates for the Astoria Scandinavian Midsummer Festival June 21-23, 2024, at the Clatsop County Fairgrounds. (Photos by Scott Docherty) ... See MoreSee Less

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The Lucia Court exits the auditorium at the conclusion of last week's Lucia Fest. It is lovely to see Nordic heritage and traditions alive in Astoria. Next is the Light in the Darkness Event at Astoria Nordic Heritage Park from 5-8 PM on Friday, December 15 (or 20 in case of bad weather). Photos by Scott Docherty) ... See MoreSee Less

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Light in the Darkness - December 15. Learn more about it.Learn more about Light in the Darkness and the tradition of memorial candles in Nordic lands at 3 PM on KMUN when Saara Matthews and Lloyd Bowler discuss the upcoming event at Astoria Nordic Heritage Park with host Carol Newman on Arts Live and Local. Candles will be lit at 5 PM on Friday, December 15; the brief ceremony begins at 6 PM; and the Friends of Suomi Hall and VASA #215 Swedish Lodge will serve refreshments. The public is welcome. In case of severe weather, the event will be moved to December 20. ... See MoreSee Less

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Nordic fun for kids!We would love to see you! RSVP today! ... See MoreSee Less

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Star Boys accompanied the Lucia Bride and her Court to the stage at last week's Lucia Fest. In Christian tradition, Star Boys accompanied the Three Wise Men on their trek to the baby Jesus. In northern European traditions, Star Boys visit houses in the neighborhood for money and treats in exchange for reciting Bible verses or writing blessings on the houses with chalk. (Photos by Scott Docherty) ... See MoreSee Less

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