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Finnish Independence Day Celebration

  • Scandinavia House 58 Park Avenue New York, NY, 10016 United States (map)

You are cordially invited to come celebrate the 101st Anniversary of Finland's independence and pay tribute to the men and women who made it possible. 
 
December 1, 2018 at 6 PM
Scandinavia House, Volvo Hall
58 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10016

Our program includes:
Invocation Pastor Tiina Talvitie, NY Finnish Lutheran Congregation
Welcome Dr. Eero Kilpi, President of Finlandia Foundation NY Chapter
Keynote address Executive Director Kaarina Gould, Finnish Cultural Institute in New York
Music Kalevala the Musical
Mistress of Ceremonies Heli Sirviö
Refreshments Kristina Vänni (suggested donation: $20) 
Cash Wine Bar Smörgås Chef

This event is free of charge and open to the general public.
 
We thank you for your past support of Finlandia Foundation: Without you, we would not be able to continue our traditions. Therefore, we would greatly appreciate a contribution. The suggested amount for this event is $30, and you can make any donation conveniently by visiting our website www.finlandiafoundationny.org, and click the "donations" button - you are also welcome to send a check (payable to Finlandia Foundation New York Metropolitan Chapter) to our Treasurer: Paula Hoffren, 123 Waldwick Avenue, Waldwick, NJ 07463.
 
If the contribution is received by November 28, 2018, your name will be listed in the event program as a sponsor. Please include your name (and other names you want to be included in the program) and your e-mail address in order to receive a receipt; your contribution is tax deductible. 
 
We thank you in advance for your generosity, and we look forward to seeing as many of you as possible at our celebration! 

Proudly sponsored by Finlandia Cheese and Arctic Swan Bakery

Earlier Event: November 5
Tyyni Kalervo, New Yorkin Uhmatar
Later Event: December 14
Christmas Party