Artisans and traditional crafters share their knowledge and skills during Heikinpäivä. Choose from our fine selection of old world crafts and have a blast.
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Scandinavian Wood Carving Pete Olson, Tapiola resident and member of the Copper Country Wood Carvers, provides an opportunity to learn the ancient fan-carving technique. These exquisite examples of Finnish folk art are a rare find today. Learn to create your own heirlooms by signing up today. TIME AND DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED |
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Leipäjuusto (Squeaky Cheese)
Take the mystery out of making squeaky cheese. Instructor Debbie Kurtti will provide a hands-on approach to making this traditional foodway so popular in Finnish-American communities. Classes at 2 p.m. or 6 p.m. Monday January 18, Zion Lutheran Church, 400 Ingot St., Hancock. Limit 15 people. $15 registration fee. Coffee and cheese social to follow. To register, call (906) 487-7505.
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Karjalan piirakka (Karelian Rice Pies) For the first time, the Finnish Theme Committee is offering a Karjalan piirakka (Karelian rice pies) cooking class. Classes at 2 p.m. or 6 p.m. Monday January 25, Zion Lutheran Church, 400 Ingot St., Hancock. $15 registration fee. To register, call (906) 487-7505. |
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Bones Workshop Well-known area musician Randy Seppala will offer instruction on how to play the bones, Saturday, January 30, 2:30 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Hancock. $2 fee; instruments provided. To register, call (906) 487-7505. |
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Finnish-Scandinavian Wheat Weaving Midge Waters of Negaunee, Michigan will teach the art of wheat weaving, Saturday, January 30, 1:30 p.m., Finnish American Heritage Center, Hancock. $16 fee includes all supplies. Limit 12 people. To register, call (906) 487-7505. |
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