On Sunday, Oct. 29, friends and folks of Scandinavian heritage are welcome to attend our Fall Smorgasbord/Picnic! The potluck picnic will take place from 2 to 6 p.m. in Oasis Park in Sun Lakes 1. The park is west of the clubhouse on East Sun Lakes Blvd. The Scandinavian Club will furnish serving utensils, water,…
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Clubs & Classes, May 2023
Scandinavian Club of the Southeast Valley
Another year is being planned for the Scandinavian Club with newly elected officers. The club originally had its first meeting in 1983 with the purpose to “pay homage to our heritage.” This has been extended to include all interested in Scandinavia and its customs. Starting with a picnic in October of 2023, another year promises…
Clubs & Classes, March 2023
Scandinavian Club Meeting March 19
Greetings to all our Scandinavian friends and families of the Southeast Valley. The Scandinavian Club will meet again on March 19 in the Saguaro Room of the Cottonwood Country Club. This meeting wraps up a season of very entertaining programs and visiting among friends. Come and participate in making decisions for next year. Also, we…
Clubs & Classes, February 2023
Scandinavian Club Connects Family Roots to America
Hei! Hei! The Scandinavian Club of the Southeast Valley meets again on Sunday, Feb. 19, in the Cottonwood ballroom. Beginning at 5 p.m., we will share appetizers of herring, cheese and crackers, and enjoy the refreshments from the bar. A delicious dinner of Cordon Bleu will be served at 6 p.m. The program is a…
Clubs & Classes, January 2023
Scandinavian Club of the Southeast Valley
Come and enjoy an exciting time at our Jan. 15 meeting when the Scandinavian Dancers provide the program. Dedicated to preserving and sharing Scandinavian culture and heritage, they perform traditional dances handed down from generation to generation in native dress. Members and friends will be meeting in the ballroom at the Cottonwood Country Club at…
Front Page, November 2022
First Scandinavian Meeting of the Season
On Nov. 20 everyone with an interest in Scandinavia is invited to the Scandinavian Club gathering in the ballroom of the Sun Lakes Cottonwood clubhouse. Much socializing and sharing of our heritage and information contributes to an enjoyable evening. We are a friendly club. The social hour begins at 5 p.m. with herring, sausage, and…
Clubs & Classes, October 2022
Scandinavian Club Plans a Fall Picnic in Mid-October
Maynard Iverson, President and Historian, SCSEV Area residents of Scandinavian ancestry, or those who have an interest in Scandinavia, are cordially invited to a fall smorgasbord/picnic! It has been seven months since our last meeting, and we are eager to see our Scandinavian friends and supporters again! The potluck picnic will take place on Sunday…
Clubs & Classes, September 2022
Scandinavian Club Plans Fall Picnic
Mark your calendars! The Scandinavian Club SE Valley is planning a picnic/smorgasbord on Sunday, Oct. 16, from 2 to 7 p.m. at Oasis Park in Sun Lakes. Plan on bringing a food dish that will serve eight people. Set-ups and beverages will be provided by the club. After the meal, participants will share their connections…
Clubs & Classes, May 2022
Scandinavian Club Concludes Year with Nordic Culture, Charitable Giving, and Reorganization
The Scandinavian Club of the Southeast Valley met for its final meeting of the year on March 20 at the Cottonwood Country Club in Sun Lakes. The program featured a virtual tour of modern Iceland by Kristen Olafs, a native Icelander currently employed by ASU. The 80 participants enjoyed a traditional Nordic dinner of torsk…
Clubs & Classes, February 2022
Scandinavian Club SEV Celebrates Finland and Abe Lincoln at Its February Meeting
Maynard Iverson, Historian The Scandinavian Club South East Valley invites all residents who are interested in Scandinavia to attend our dinner meeting on Feb. 20, from 5 to 8 p.m., in the ballroom at Cottonwood Country Club. The program features an exchange student from Finland and a superb Lincoln tribute actor. The gathering starts at…