SUNDAY MAY 25, 2025 at 2 pm.  A private tour for Scandinavian Centre members and families to see, up close, the STARS Link (dispatch) Centre, flight operations and medical facilities.  It is limited to 20 persons, children 12 and over can attend but must be accompanied by an adult.  No open-toe footwear permitted.  Please park in stalls labeled “STARS” or “VISITOR PARKING”.  Arrive 10 minutes before 2 pm start time.  1441 Aviation Park NE

RESERVATIONS ONLY, No Walk-Ins Please.  Email Donna Englund – scanctr@telus.net

Sat June 21, 2025 – Midsummer Event

The annual Midsommar Celebration will take place at Ersson Ranch in High River on Saturday, June 21st.
• The celebration begins at 2:00pm, with everyone gathering flowers for the raising of the Maypole.
• At 3:00pm, coffee will be served before the raising of the Maypole.
• If possible, we ask that everyone contribute to the potluck supper. We are suggesting that those who
live in the NW or NE bring a meat & dessert dish and those who live in the SW or SE bring a fish/
seafood dish, salads, or a bread/butter/cheese dish.
• Please bring your own cups and lawn chairs as well as beverages of your choice.
Directions
Travel south on Highway 2 to Highway 23 and on to High River.
Once in High River, turn on to 12 Ave. Travel until you reach 88 St (in the roundabout), then turn south.
Travel approximately 3km until you reach 565 2 Ave and turn west for 7km.
You know you have reached Ersson’s as they have a Dalahorse at their entrance

Everyone is Welcome to Celebrate with the Swedish Society – Bring your friends!

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

Winter/Spring Session Wednesdays  – Jan 8 to May 2, 2025.
Fall Session Wednesdays – Sept 10 – Dec 5, 2025

Choir Concerts – 1st Friday of December and May of each year – Admission is $10
If you like to sing, come and join our Scandinavian Choir. Learn Nordic folk music and pronunciation at Wednesday practices from 7 pm to 9 pm at the Scandinavian Centre. Christmas and Spring concerts offer opportunities for solo and small group performances in addition to choir presentations.  E-mail scanctr@telus.net or call Alison at 403-283-1299 for more information.

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

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.

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