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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

2024 Sons of Norway Syttende May Celebrations @ Highland Park Community Hall

2023-05-25T22:00:07+00:00

Syttende mai: 

Friday May 17th. 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 10th if you’d like supper. Use the signupgenius link or e-mail secretary@sofncalgary.ca

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508084ca9aa23aafd0-syttende#/

2024 Sons of Norway Syttende May Celebrations @ Highland Park Community Hall2023-05-25T22:00:07+00:00

Srs Yoga @ Scan Centre

2023-04-14T15:50:06+00:00

PROGRAM Tuesdays January 10 – June

Free 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.

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 Centre2023-04-14T15:50:06+00:00

Youth Choir (8-14 yrs old)

2023-05-25T22:01:03+00:00

Starts Wednesday, September 5 or 23, 2023 (Date to be confirmed)

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)2023-05-25T22:01:03+00:00

2021 Swedish Midsummer

2020-09-04T17:00:13+00:00

Sat June 20,   2020 Midsummer Event – CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19

Next year’s event Date and Details to be confirmed – Saturday June 19, 2021 at 2:00 pm @ Ersson’s Ranch in High River
– Maypole Raising accompanied by Lloyd Eriksson and a team of fiddlers.  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!

2021 Swedish Midsummer2020-09-04T17:00:13+00:00

2021 Stampede Breakfast

2020-09-04T17:00:24+00:00

2020 STAMPEDE BREAKFAST – CANCELLED – DUE TO COVID

We hope to see you again next year – for our Scan Centre Free Stampede Breakfast Sat July 10, 2021 – serving pancakes & sausages, OJ & coffee. 8:3o am – 10:30 am Hi-Land Square Dancers providing great interactive entertainment starting at 9 am. Open to the public. We hope everyone enjoys this event and marks your Calendar for Sun Nov 8, 2020 for our Annual Scandinavian Christmas Bazaar.

2021 Stampede Breakfast2020-09-04T17:00:24+00:00

2018 Nordic Folk Dance Workshop

2018-10-05T21:25:10+00:00

2018 Nordic Folkdance Workshop

September 14 – 16, 2018 at Scandinavian Centre in Calgary with Scandinavian Dance Instructors Mikkel Thompson & Ginny Lee. 5 p.m. Friday to midday Sunday. $100 fee covers instruction, Friday supper, Saturday lunch, Saturday banquet and dance, Sunday lunch. Registration forms will be posted at www.nordicfolkdance.ca Please register by September 7.

2018 Nordic Folk Dance Workshop2018-10-05T21:25:10+00:00

2023 Scandinavian Christmas Market & Bake Sale

2022-11-21T18:36:15+00:00

November 12, 2023 – 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) Scandinavian Lunch of open faced herring, shrimp, ham & roast beef sandwiches, sweets and coffee/tea/juice will be for sale.  $10 Lunch Combo for a sandwich, a square and a drink.

 

2023 Scandinavian Christmas Market & Bake Sale2022-11-21T18:36:15+00:00

2023 Scandinavian Christmas Choir Concert

2022-12-07T20:41:41+00:00

Christmas Choir Concert with Adult & Youth Choir – Friday, December 1, 2022 – 7:00 pm @ Scandinavian Centre.  Tickets $10 CASH at the Door.  (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 Traditional Scandinavian Christmas Treats.

2023 Scandinavian Christmas Choir Concert2022-12-07T20:41:41+00:00

2023 Annual General Meetings – Monday February 26, 2024

2023-03-07T21:10:46+00:00

AGM – Calgary Scandinavian Centre Co-Op Ltd. –  6:30 pm Monday February 26, 2024
1 Vote per Shareholder
AGM – Scandinavian Cultural Society of Calgary – 7:30 pm Monday February 26, 2024
1 Vote per Membership
Masks are Mandatory and may only be removed when seated and physically distanced
Sanitizer Station at entry – Coffee and refreshments will be served

2023 Annual General Meetings – Monday February 26, 20242023-03-07T21:10:46+00:00
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