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The First 60 Years
Saturday's presentation on the first 60 years of Sons of Norway in Utah was a nostalgic look back at the people and events that have helped the lodge fulfill its mission to preserve and protect Norwegian culture in Utah.

Stewart Shelline
5 days ago1 min read


Jul i Norge
It's difficult to summarize last night's Jul i Norge event in just one word, but koselig comes closest. Between the rosemaling , the stabbur , the pine trees, the lights, and the amazing food, you couldn't get closer to a cozy Norwegian Christmas in Utah! Thank you to all who brought food to share or bid in the silent auction or just came out in support. Thanks also to Luke Stager for sharing his talent on the hardingfele (and sense of humor) with us. Most of all, thank you t

Stewart Shelline
Dec 13, 20252 min read


Julebakst
We love this tradition of gathering friends and family around to start the Christmas season off with baking! What could be better than sampling fattigman, krumkaker, rosetter, sandkaker, and brunepinner?

Stewart Shelline
Dec 1, 20251 min read


Fattigman
6 egg yolks 4 teaspoons of sugar 1 T melted butter 1/2 teaspoon salt 6 T cream 2 teaspoons dried orange peel 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom 1 1/2 to 2 C flour or enough to make a soft dough Beat egg yolks well. Add sugar and mix well. Add remaining ingredients, adding the flour a little at a time, just enough to make a soft dough. Keep dough light and fluffy. Handle as little as possible. Form flat discs about 6 inches across and 1 inch thick. Wrap each disk in cling wrap, st

LoriAnne Spear
Nov 30, 20251 min read


Let's do this again next year!
The first Scandinavian Christmas Market at BYU was a smashing success! We were able to talk to many students and families about the scholarships and grants available from the Sons of Norway Foundation and enjoy the festive (and crowded) atmosphere inside the Joseph F. Smith Building courtyard. More than double the estimated number of attendees showed up to sample Scandinavian treats and entertainment from vendors like these : Grandma's Norwegian Lefse Rebecca’s Baked Bliss To

Stewart Shelline
Nov 22, 20251 min read


The most Norwegian thing you will ever hear
What could be more Norwegian than...

Stewart Shelline
Nov 4, 20251 min read


Adopted in...
Stewart and I went to Norway in October 2024 and I can't wait to go back! This is the Bergen train station...so clean...so efficient. I am about equally divided between Dutch, Welsh, Danish, and Swedish, so I was a bit reluctant to join the Sons of Norway because I am not a 'SON' of Norway, nor am I Norwegian. I had no idea how fun it would be when I chose to whole-heartedly participate. I'm bumbling through Norwegian on Duolingo, learning how to bake Norwegian cookies, an

Heidi Shelline
Oct 22, 20251 min read


Gårder
My dream farm on the cover of "Farms in Berg, Rokke and Asak." When I was a boy, I spent many happy hours at my grandparents home in Lindon, Utah. Through my grandfather's stories of his time in Norway as a missionary, I grew to love Norway and its culture. I don't remember that my grandfather talked much about the farms in Norway, but I do remember a simple painting he and my grandmother displayed on their living room wall. It was an idyllic farm scene, complete with rolling

Stewart Shelline
Oct 22, 20254 min read


Now you can support research and publication of book on Norwegian immigration to Utah
Liv Marit Haakenstad is researching and writing a book about Norwegian immigration Utah--and now you can help!

Stewart Shelline
Oct 13, 20251 min read


Vikings and Sloopers and Explorers--oh my!
Many thanks to the Vikings of Utah Historical Group and the fantastic work they do to share their knowledge of authentic Viking age history and artifacts.

Stewart Shelline
Oct 11, 20251 min read


Kransekake (Wreath Cake)
The flour was flying and fingers were rolling as we managed to assemble not one but two kransekake on Saturday. A big thank you to all...

Stewart Shelline
Sep 22, 20251 min read


Why join Sons of Norway?
Wondering whether joining Sons of Norway is for you? Here are some commonly asked questions about Sons of Norway

Stewart Shelline
Aug 2, 20255 min read


Another benefit of membership: Sons of Norway Foundation scholarships
One of the benefits of membership in Sons of Norway is access to Sons of Norway Foundation Scholarships. These scholarships are available...

Stewart Shelline
Aug 1, 20251 min read


Days of ‘47 Parade
What an amazing day! On our way from the hotel to the float this morning in our bunader, we were told by passers-by that our float had won the President’s Award in the Business Class.

Stewart Shelline
Jul 24, 20251 min read


Days of '47 Float Preview
The Days of '47 Float Preview was a wonderful opportunity for Sons of Norway to share the message of the Crossings 200 Celebration with thousands of attendees. The level of interest in the float, our bunader, and Norway in general was high.

Stewart Shelline
Jul 23, 20252 min read


Crossings 200 links and resources
Thousands gather to send off Restauration from Stavanger on July 4th. With the departure of the Restauration from Stavanger on July 4th, excitement around Crossings 200 has heated up. The following is a list of links to recent news and events around Crossings 200: Across the Atlantic Again: Celebrating 200 Years of Norwegian Emigration to America “I grew up knowing that our ancestry all went back to Norway. I didn’t know I was related to the original sloopers,” said Ivan Nels

Stewart Shelline
Jul 11, 20252 min read


Friluftsliv at Troll Hagen
It couldn't have been a nicer day than last Saturday at Troll Hagen in Timberlakes. The weather was cool, the mosquitos were subdued, the...

Stewart Shelline
Jun 25, 20251 min read


Deadline for Kids Camp registration is June 15
The registration deadline for District Six Language and Heritage camps is coming soon! These camps, Trollfjell Folkehøgskule and Camp...

Stewart Shelline
Jun 4, 20251 min read


Syttende Mai 2025
This year's celebration was one to remember. The cool weather seemed to invite participants to wear their festive clothes in greater...

Stewart Shelline
May 20, 20251 min read


Deep Fjords: The Norway Garden
For more than 77 years, the Norway Garden at the International Peace Gardens has been a home away from home for those longing to connect with the places and people of Norway.

Stewart Shelline
Apr 30, 202512 min read
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