Not the Trolltunga—but spectacular nonetheless
Laila Simon writes about her hiking experience that had to be changed because of the weather when she was in Norway in September 2013.
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Norwegian national pride
Laila Simon shares her opinions about national pride and what it can mean to Norwegians in Norway and Norwegian Americans in the United States.
Viking Soul Food opens up new Portland restaurant
Laila Simon reports that Viking Soul Food in Portland, Ore., has opened a brick-and-mortar storefront to serve Norwegian-inspired fare.
Rituals for summer solstice come to life
Old and new midsummer traditions, rituals, and food can make summer solstice celebrations special, no matter where you are.
Learn Norwegian together
Erik Brakstad of Concordia Language Villages sheds light on how to join or start a language meetup to learn Norwegian online or in person.
“Seeds” exhibit opens in the Norway House Galleri
Laila Simon writes about Finn Eirik Modahl’s “Seeds” exhibit, which will be on display at Norway House in Minneapolis until April 29.
A pin designed to inspire
Laila Simon writes about Erik Bjarne Witzøe, who created the winning commemorative pin for the 2023 17th of May Seattle celebration.
Surrogacy can be a way to happiness and equality
Laila Simon reports on surrogacy as a way for some to realize their dreams of becoming parents, even though the practice is illegal in Norway.
Winter school in Norway
Laila Simon writes about Norgesskolen’s new winter program, a week-long language immersion program in Oslo focused on winter activities.
Hugs to your heritage with Scandinavian Hearts
Laila Simon writes about Wendy Jangaard Jensen and her business, Scandinavian Hearts, which focuses on cultural symbols in everyday life.
