Dr. Daniel Haataja has been in Norway for the past few years researching the Kven people, who migrated from Finland to Norway and have their own culture and language. In this presentation, he will be discussing at length the current situation with the Kvens and the Kven language in Norway. Theprogram will include time for […]
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FACA Book Sale
FACA has decided to disperse our library of over 500 volumes on so many Finnish-related topics.We were unable to find a permanent home for the library, and feel this will make the best use of the books.We are asking for a small donation to FACA for each book.We have a great variety! – in English, […]
FACA Photos Available
Photos from FACA programs and Finnish events (by Kathy and John Jorgensen) are available on SmugMug at:** FACA Programs – FACA Programs and Events ** Other events such as Independence Day celebration and Kauneimmat Joululaulut/Joulutori – All Things Finnish! All photos can be viewed online. Prints, downloads, etc. can be obtained “self-serve” directly from SmugMug […]
Title: “Who is Aki Kaurismäki?” Presenter: Andrew Nestingen
Aki Kaurismäki is a filmmaker from Finland, who has made films since 1981, winning awards at the Cannes Film Festival, the Berlin Film Festival, and earning Academy Award nominations, among others. His films range from dark comedy to farce, from rock and roll to tango, from mocumentaries to passionate advocacy for the least among us. […]