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Welcome to the Calgary Scandinavian Centre

2022-03-07T21:09:11+00:00

Calgary Scandinavian Center Boat

The Scandinavian Centre  is a Cultural Community Hall located in NW Calgary.   We provide a facility for our Internal Scandinavian / Nordic Groups  from Finland, Iceland, Norway & Sweden to meet and provide their cultural activities and events.  We also encourage other community and non-profit groups.  Hall Rentals are available to the public for Wedding Receptions and Private Events. The Scandinavian Cultural Society of Calgary hosts events such as our Annual Scandinavian Choir Concerts, Stampede Breakfast and Scandinavian Christmas Bazaar which are open to the public and are successful at obtaining exceptional community participation.

Welcome to the Calgary Scandinavian Centre2022-03-07T21:09:11+00:00

Srs Yoga @ Scan Centre

2024-10-30T20:12:05+00:00

PROGRAM Tuesdays – Yoga for Seniors @ Scan Centre – Tuesdays 10 am – 11 am  – requires registration.  Coffee, Cookies and Conversation to follow.  All seniors 60 years + are welcome to participate one day per week – limited to a max 30 persons / class.   Participants need to Register by email before attending a class to confirm if space is available.  (If you were registered in previous session – you may re-register in August before the new September session starts in person or email scanctr@telus.net)

CLASS IS FULL with a waiting list of 6 + seniors – so no spots until September 2025.

Registration includes confirming your name and contact information.  Also include dates you will be away within the next 3 months to optimize scheduling of full 30 participant classes.  You will be contacted by email or phone when spots come available.

The yoga instructor is a professional with many years of experience.  Bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing. All other Yoga Resource materials are supplied – balls, blocks, straps & bolsters. See you there! Any questions, Contact: Scandinavian Centre  email: scanctr@telus.net

Srs Yoga @ Scan Centre2024-10-30T20:12:05+00:00

Youth Choir (8-14 yrs old)

2025-01-07T22:31:24+00:00

Winter / Spring Session – Wednesday, January 15, 2025 to May 2, 2025
Fall Session – Wednesday, September 10, 2025 to December 5, 2025
Youth Choir for 8 – 14 year olds.   Wednesdays  5:30 pm – 6:45 pm in 2 sessions from Sept to Dec and Jan to May. Here is a fun way to learn to sing, meet people, gain confidence and earn the admiration of parents and family.  Scandinavian Centre 739-20th Ave NW  T2M 1E2.  Minimal cost – sponsored by the Scandinavian Cultural Society.  Pianist and Director will lead the choir and teach/promote basic choral skills.

Performances: Include – Spring & Christmas Choir Concerts (Feature Seasonal Songs & Scandinavian Selections) @ Scandinavian Centre

Youth Choir (8-14 yrs old)2025-01-07T22:31:24+00:00

2025 Scandinavian Christmas Market & Bake Sale

2025-01-07T22:37:46+00:00

November 9, 2025 – Second Sunday in November
10:30 am – 3:00 pm @ Scan Centre 739 – 20th Ave NW
Admission $1.00 CASH – please try to bring a loonie to speed up access – for more info – email scanctr@telus.net

A wide variety of unique homemade baking, handmade & Scandinavian crafts, toys, woodworking, knitting, painting, dolls, cards, jewellery, pottery and much more!  Some vendors accept (CASH or Cheque) only – especially on baking  – some vendors have the square for CREDIT CARDS.  There is a ATM at a convenience store a few blocks west on 20th Ave or at the 7-11 on 4th Street NW.

Downstairs – (CASH ONLY) Coffee/tea/juice and sweets (squares) will be for sale.  We are NOT having Sandwiches this year.

2025 Scandinavian Christmas Market & Bake Sale2025-01-07T22:37:46+00:00

Casino Volunteers NEEDED Nov 19 & 20, 2025

2025-10-15T19:08:11+00:00

Calgary Finlandia – Needs Volunteers at for their group’s Casino on Wednesday Nov 19 and Thursday Nov 20, 2025 – which will support their Cultural Society for 2 years of activities and programs.  It is at the Deerfoot Casino

Email scanctr@telus.net or leave a message on the Scandinavian Centre Office phone 403 284-2610 if you have any questions – or Contact Calgary Finlandia directly – info@finlandiacalgary.com

Casino Volunteers NEEDED Nov 19 & 20, 20252025-10-15T19:08:11+00:00

2025 Scandinavian Christmas Choir Concert

2025-01-07T22:40:39+00:00

Christmas Choir Concert with Adult & Youth Choir – Friday, December 5, 2025 – 7:00 pm @ Scandinavian Centre.  Tickets $10 CASH at the Door or in advance from the Office. (Door opens at 6:30 pm)  no charge for Children, however they need a (free) ticket for Hall Capacity Reasons.  Doors open at 6:30 pm General Admission Seating.  Explore Nordic Culture with an entertaining evening of songs including coffee and a taste some Christmas Treats. Email scanctr@telus.net for more information

2025 Scandinavian Christmas Choir Concert2025-01-07T22:40:39+00:00

2026 Sons of Norway Syttende May Celebrations @ Scandinavian Centre

2025-10-15T19:01:10+00:00

Syttende mai: Details and costs to be confirmed by Sons of Norway

Sunday May 17th. Previous Activities (To be Confirmed for this year) include Parade and games from 5-6 p.m., supper and program beginning at 6 p.m. The picnic-style supper is $15 per person or 2/$25, and free for under age 12. Please let us know by May 4th if you’d like supper. For more information e-mail secretary@sofncalgary.ca

 

2026 Sons of Norway Syttende May Celebrations @ Scandinavian Centre2025-10-15T19:01:10+00:00

2025 Sons Of Norway – Lutefisk Dinner

2025-03-09T22:25:56+00:00

Sat March 1, 2025 – Lutefisk Dinner – Sons of Norway – Members, Families and Friends

WE NOW HAVE LUTEFISK!
Lutefisk dinner is on Saturday March 1st, 2025  in the Valhalla room downstairs, capacity 40 guests. (Time and other details to be confirmed)
Contact secretary@sofncalgary.ca

2025 Sons Of Norway – Lutefisk Dinner2025-03-09T22:25:56+00:00

2024 Swedish Varmiddag Dinner, Bus Tour & Midsummer

2024-07-24T17:02:01+00:00

Sat April 27, 2024Varmiddag Spring Dinner to celebrate Valborgmassoafton/Walpurgis!

Cocktails 6 pm, Dinner 7 pm @ Danish Canadian Club – Adults $25, Children $20

Sat May 4, 2024Swedish Society Bus Tour – Red Deer & Area – $40 Contact Ros-Mare 403 275-3551

Sat June 22?, 2024 – Midsummer Event – Saturday June ?

EVENT  Date and Details to be confirmed – Saturday June ? at 2:00 pm @ Ersson’s Ranch in High River
– Maypole Raising  Coffee served at 3 pm before raising the Maypole. Please bring Pot Luck Supper- South Calgary bring a meat and dessert dish.  North Calgary bring Fish/seafood/green salad and bread/butter/cheese dish. Also bring your own beverages, plates, cups, cutlery and lawn chairs for your own use. There is a barn (lodge) where the food will be placed on tables.
Directions: South on Highway #2 to Highway # 23 to High River.
In High River on 12th Ave pass the school, motel, MacDonalds etc then at 88th Street (in the roundabout) turn South and go 3 km, at 562nd Ave turn west for 7 km. The Ersson’s have a Dalahorse at the entrance.
Everyone is Welcome to Celebrate with the Swedish Society – Bring your friends!

2024 Swedish Varmiddag Dinner, Bus Tour & Midsummer2024-07-24T17:02:01+00:00
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