Winter 2015
Viking Bugle
Eric Nelson, CEO Michael Ide, Volunteer Coordinator, (206) 789-5707 x12, michaeli@nordicmuseum.org
INSIDE THIS ISSUE: From the Volunteer Coordinator
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Museum News
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Volunteer News
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Volunteer Appreciation
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Special Thanks
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Volunteer Opportunities
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Winter Calendar
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From the Volunteer Coordinator Happy New Year! I hope you’ve all had a joyful—and restful— holiday season! You deserve it after the fall we’ve had. Packed with programs and events, from the Knitting Conference in October, to Yulefest in November, to a visit from the Norwegian ambassador in December, and lots in between, we kept everyone quite busy! We can once again boast that Yulefest was our best ever, in terms of visitors (8,000 over 2 days); volunteers (275 on the weekend alone, which doesn’t include the many bakers, decorators, set up and prep volunteers we had as well); and dollars (netting over $105,000). It was a tremendous success, and would not have been possible without your support on every level. Thank you! And we’ve already launched right into an exciting new year. Aside from our regular programs and events, Mostly Nordic, Soup and Cinema, Wallenberg, etc., we are also excited about new First Thursday After Hours event which will begin in April, and feature of variety of programs, entertainment, guided etc. This will be a fun opportunity for volunteers looking for some evening opportunities, or a regular monthly commitment. We’d love to hear any ideas for how to make this program a great success. Dates have already been set for our annual special events, and as these are growing in scope, our volunteer needs are growing as well! Please be sure to save the dates! The Northern Lights Auktion will take place on April 18, and the Auktion Committee is actively seeking new members. Viking Days will take place on August 15 and 16, and Yulefest, the weekend before Thanksgiving, on November 21 and 22.
Mark Your Calendar! Save the dates for these upcoming volunteer opportunities.
President’s Club Luncheon: February 12 Annual Meeting: February 19 Wallenberg Dinner: February 26 Northern Lights Auktion: April 18 Syttende Mai: May 17 Viking Days: August 22-23 Yulefest: November 21-22 *Stay tuned! Other exciting programs and events may be added to the calendar! We have many opportunities to take on leadership roles for these events, so if you’re interested in becoming more actively involved in their planning or execution, please let me know! Stay tuned for more details throughout the next few months. Thank you for all you do for the Nordic Heritage Museum! We’re looking forward to working beside you to share the Nordic Spirit in 2015! Sincerely, Michael
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Museum News
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STAFF UPDATE Welcome Bob Smith, Custodian Bob joined us in November, just before Yulefest and has proven to be an invaluable part of the team. Please make him feel welcome!
RECYCLING UPDATE Please be sure to sort all refuse when volunteering at the Museum! Starting January 1, 2015 the City of Seattle will start fining businesses whose garbage contains more than 10% recyclables or food waste, so it will be especially important for all of us to be mindful of what we toss in NHM’s waste bins. Compostable paper, including food-soiled pizza boxes, paper napkins and paper towels, will no longer be permitted in the garbage. There will be well marked bins and signs throughout the Museum, so help us out by sorting and disposing of all your refuse in the proper receptacle.
We thank you for your cooperation!
CAPITAL CAMPAIGN UPDATE As you know, the Nordic Heritage Museum is moving to a new building on NW Market Street, walking distance from the Burke-Gilman Trail, Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, and all of the great shops and restaurants of downtown Ballard. There are many steps in the process of permitting, designing and constructing our new home, but we’re well on our way! The total scope of the project costs $45 million. So far we have raised over $28 million, meaning we’re about two-thirds of the way there! We own the land where the new building will be, and we’re working with Ralph Appelbaum Associates on finalizing exhibition design and permitting with the City of Seattle. Construction plans for the new building are in the works, and we’re already dreaming up thrilling new ideas for exhibitions, programs and community events. We have a fundraising goal of $15 million, which will keep us on schedule to open the new Nordic Museum in early 2018. To find out more about the Capital Campaign, or what you can do to help, contact Campaign Associate, Stephanie Maurer at (206) 789-5707 x32, or stephaniem@nordicmuseum.org.
HALLOWEEN DINNER HIGHLIGHTS
Barbara Paquette wearing foxes; Kerri Keil as Twister, and Julie Coulter as a properly accessioned artifact; Torberg Eriksen, Bill Weed, Barb Johnson and Penny Barker; and a full house for dinner! A great time had by all! Thank You!
Volunteer News
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In Memory We fondly remember our dear friends who passed away this fall. Each was a strong supporter of the Museum and worked hard to advance its mission in dierent ways. We cherish their commitment, celebrate their contribu ons, and will miss them dearly.
Norman Westerberg
Inga Bolang
Unn Maeland
Gus Raaum
If you have photographs or memories oft hose who have passed on, please consider sending them to me. I will create a slide who in remembrance to present at the Spring Volunteer Appreciation Dinner.
Also include a little bit of information about yourself perhaps including your ethnic heritage, how many years you have been knitting, how many cats you have, in what capacity you volunteer for the Museum, or anything else you would like to share.
CALLING ALL KNITTERS!
We hope to showcase all the knitted goods in the gift shop throughout the winter. You can pick up your piece at any time if it doesn’t sell and will be paid promptly if it does!
We are still looking for volunteers with knitting expertise to be showcased in our Gift Shop! If you are interested in consigning a knitted piece in our gift shop, please submit one item of your choosing to Pamela Brooks by January 30th.
If you have any questions, please contact our Finance Manager Pamela Brooks at (206) 789-5707 x28 and happy knitting to you all!
Include a brief description of the item, such as the yarn used, stitch type, tradition, and the price you wish to sell your piece for. (Remember we will double that to arrive at a retail price).
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Volunteer Appreciation We thank the following people for their dedicated assistance throughout the fall! Fall Program and Receptions Nordic Knitting Conference Alan Lundeen Arlene Amundsen Barbara Gauch Barbara Johnson Barbara Paquette Brandon Benson Carli Anderson GeorgeJean Erickson Hallie Stegelvik Hattie Branch Jenny Linhoff Jessica Towns Kathy Macaulay Margaret Lidberg Mari-Ann Kind Jackson Mary Ann Namtvedt Mary Montgomery Mary Olson Marilyn Sheldon Mina Larsen Molly Jones Sandy Haug Shirley Fjoslien Rebecca Bolin Fall Fisherman’s Festival Dan Kaylor Edla Deppman Louise Torseth Marilyn Sheldon Tod Gangler Lecture Hallie Stegelvik Terry Rodriguez Soup and Cinema Barbara Jeniker Harriet Kemp Jan Backman Linda Jangaard Lorraine Lofgren Markus Rook Terry Rodriguez
Oregon Swedes Lecture Hallie Stegelvik Ballard Best Place Ever Aron Kitson Barbara Gauch Christina Cantillo Hallie Stegelvik Misty Carman Sue Gregor Moomin Lecture Emily Bolton NAAC Event Hallie Stegelvik Rich Johnson Terry Rodriguez Icelandic Dinner Andy Ashmead Markus Rook Rich Johnson Sue Gregor Children’s Christmas Programs Amanda Munro Anders Rogers Andrea Faste Barb Johnson Barbara Paquette Barneleikarringen Clara Cowan Gordon Olson Heather Kissinger Hanna Cowan Ingela Wanerstrand Jan Backman McKenna Taylor Mary Juntilla Marilyn Sheldon Mya Norton Sophia Ingham Swedish School Vern and Jeannie Lindquist Member and Artist Previews Affa Sigurdardottir Barbara Paquette
Carleen See Hallie Stegelvik Harriet Kemp Marion Hafterson Margaret Lidberg Marilyn Sheldon Mary Lindholm Pat Loftin Rich Johnson Sandy Haug Susan Johnston Terry Rodriguez Ambassador’s Lecture Rich Johnson Sue Gregor
Interns/Departmental Volunteers Administration Jonathan Wintrip Collections Ann Willott Emily McDade Julie Coulter Kathi Erickson Kerri Keil Liisa Mannery Meghan Lancaster Marilyn Whitted Development Andrew Bowen Jean Wirch Kelly Matson Exhibitions Ksenia Darouze Mary Olson Congratulations to our newly-trained Docents! Kari-Lise Alexander Stephanie Bonner Gloria Chenoweth Ksenia Darouze Michelle Eastman Linda Jangaard Affa Sigurdardottir Rachael Thomas
Special Thanks to the following volunteer groups for their ongoing commitment to the Museum: Visitor Services For keeping our Museum doors open, and serving our visitors. Monday and Thursday Crew and Friend For their tireless dedication and leadership, and for all their work to make our festivals run smoothly! Nordic American Voices For their ongoing work capturing the stories of our community.
Did I miss someone? Let me know!
Welcome New Volunteers! Emily Bolton Cesar Lopez Sarah Peterson Minda Unseth Andrea Conway Sune Sandling Nora King Sarah Beggs Cody Rogers
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A Special Yulefest Thanks! We had another unbelievable Yulefest! Thank you all for making it a record-breaking success! Alan Lundeen Alexi Oliver Ali Alice Andersen Alissa Margett Allie Sterling Amanda Munro Amanda Mohlenhoff Amber Seltz Amy Ostbo Andrea Bonnicksen Andrea Michelbach Andy Ashmead Andy Bowers Angie Lee Ann Bates Anna Falck Anna Goss Anna Wager Anne Ovenell Anne Willott Arlene Amundsen Arnfridur Sigurdardottir Astor Rask Audrey Steinberg Bailey Wall Barb Johnson Barbara Paquette Barbara Gauch Barbara Jeniker Bella Allen Bengt Hag Berit Sjong Beth Bowers Bill Briest Bill Weed Birgitta Beck Bjarne Jacobsen Brandon Benson Brenda Wilson Brita Johnson Britt Sellers Brittany Bryant Brook Boeskov Brooke Caitlin Cotter Camilla Koczara Cari Brown Carleen See Carli Anderson Carmen Minaker Carol Lindgren Carole Jacobson Carrie Mass Cassidy Chris Galvin Chrissy Hettitch Christina Januszewski Christine Cummings Cierra Cindy Johnston Clara Cowan
Curtis Jacobs Dagmar O'Brien Dan Kaylor Dan Brown Dave Swain David Juhl Dawn Boutcher Desiree Gobles Dianne Anderson Don Meyers Donna Pedersen Doug Kilgren Ed Cook Ed Egerdahl Edla Deppman Eileen Kilgren Elaine Stevens Elaine Carpenter Eli Mrozek Elida Tepper Elizabeth Miller Elizabeth Norheim Elizabeth Rudrud Ellen Juhl Ellen Duernberger Elmer Skold Ely Bair Emilie Ross Emily Bolton Emma Emma Raible Ericka Newman Erik Ronning Erika Almskaar Erika Erin Erin Bailey Erin Sterling Eva Ostbo Fran Whitehill Gabs Gates Onstad Gayle Emick GeorgeJean Erickson Gloria Chenoweth Gordon Olson Gordon Strand Greg Henrikson Greg Stumph Greta HaagensenRoseberg Greta Buus Hallie Stegelvik Hannah Cowan Hannah Eng Harriet Kemp Heather Kissinger Heather Heather Sketch-Sander Henning Buus Henry Szymonik Ingela Wanerstrand
Inger Kjosnes Inger Saltonstall Ingrid Larsson Irene Kristjanson Irene Andersen Jan Backman Janelle Guldahl Janice Kaplan-Klein Janice Bogren Jason Brooks Jason Rudd Jason Berg Jenna Gregor Jenny Linhoff Jeri Whitsett Jessica Towns Jill Wasberg Joan Christ Joanne Foster Joanne Anderson Jolie Bergman Jon Halgren Jordan Eng Josh Gaynor-Cote Judith Dern Judy Bouse Judy Mallory Julie Coulter Julie Gangler Justus Brown Kaitlin Kjeldtoft Karen Abelsen Kari-Lise Alexander Karina Nolan Karl Randolph Kate Wiebe Kate Boston Katherine Rollo Katherine Kidwell Kathi Erickson Kathleen Roan Kathy MaCaulay Katie Keenan Layton Kerri Keil Kirsten Chalfen Kristin Linhoff Laurie Egerdahl Leiann Ronnestad Lennart Larsson Leslie Klein Lett Lexie Carroll Lisa Wilcox Lori Larsen Lorraine Lofgren Lotta Louise Torseth Lucy Smith Maddie Wonder Malina Hubler Margaret Lidberg
Margot Posey Mari-Ann Kind Jackson Marianne Livingstone Marianne Olson Marietta Ronnestad Marietta Foubert Marilyn Sheldon Marion Hafterson Marisa Way-Rogainis Marit Thomson Marjorie Graf Markus Rook Marta Kalve Mary Lindholm Mary Olson Mary Ann Stewart McKenna Taylor Megan Mia Svensson Michelle Eastman Mike Colbrese Mina Larsen Minda Unseth Miranda Molly Jones Mya Nancy Ferkingstad Nathan Kruse Nic Nick Cowan Nigel Thomas Nola Irish Obert Ronnestad Orva Anderson Oscar White Pat Loftin Pat Skold Pat Charlson Paul Jacobson Peder Jensen Penny Barker Penny Curtis Peter Cohen Peter Schroeder Pirkko Borland Priscilla Featherstone
Rachael Randi Parker Rebecca Janssen Rich Johnson Richard Svensson Rita Vermala-Koski Robin Hanley Ron Hornung Ronda Holmdahl Ryley Mandigo Sandra Wakefield Sandy Haug Sarah Peterson Seth Schromen-Wawrin Sharmon Cooper Sharon Lucas Shirley Fjoslien Shirley Dronen Solveig Rask Solveig Myrseth Sonja Sorvik Sonja Ferkingstad Sophia Ingham Stephanie Bonner Steve Johnston Steven Luksan Sue Gregor Susan Haris Susan Johnston Susie Blue Sven Kalve Sylvia Vikingstad Tara Boucher Tay Terry Rodriguez Tess Therese McRae Tiara Adler Tim Hunter Tinerra Todd Clayton Tone deKlaver Troy Monson Vaughn Kiefer Victoria Sangrey-Hunter
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Volunteer Opportunities New Program: Nordic Nights: First Thursday After Hours We are launching a brand new After Hours event, which will take place on First Thursday evenings beginning in April. The Museum will be open late, and feature a variety of programs, family-friendly activities, guided tours, entertainment and refreshments. Volunteer opportunities will include the following: Greeters at Admissions Refreshments Assistants Bartenders Docents Crafts/Activities Assistants Gift Shop Volunteers Membership Assistants Set Up/Clean Up Volunteers And more! If you’re interested in getting involved in this new endeavor, or would like to learn more, please contact Michael at michaeli@nordicmuseum.org or 206-789-5707 x12
Join the Auktion Committee! The first Auktion Committee meeting will take place on Thursday, January 15 at 1pm. Anyone interested in joining the committee, or learning more about what it entails, is welcome to attend this meeting. The meeting agenda will include: an introduction to this year’s auktion, as well as our progress to date; • an overview of each subcommittee and the associated responsibilities and required time commitments ; • answers to any additional questions you may have. *The Auktion committee offers a variety of commitment levels. Please come if you have the time, and you are curious to see how it all works! We would love your help! Contact Matt McCallum with any questions at mattm@nordicmuseum.org or (206) 789-5707 x38 •
2015 Mostly Nordic Schedule February 8: Finland Sibelius, Strings and Serenades *5pm
March 8: Denmark
Mostly Nordic Volunteer Opportunities Include: Set up assistance: Help set up tables and chairs; set tables; post signage, etc.
Sparklers and Marzipan: A Birthday Salute 4pm
Box office assistance: sell tickets, distribute willcall tickets; take tickets, distribute programs, etc.
April 12: Sweden
Banquet Assistance: Bartenders: Set up and break down the bar; serve beer and wine throughout the concert and dinner.
Songs of the Heart 4pm
May 3: Norway Tango Under the Arctic Moon 4pm
May 31: Iceland Sirens of the Sun Voyager 4pm
Banquet volunteers: During dinner, serve and bus tables; make coffee; refill coffee and water; serve dessert; dry and put away dishes. Dishwashers: Wash dishes in industrial dishwasher; dry and put away as needed.
Winter 2015 Calendar
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January Thurs
8
7 pm
Documentary: Last Days of the Arctic
Mon
12
10:30
Volunteer Council Meeting
Mon
12
12pm
Volunteer Potluck
Tues
13
12pn
Soup and Cinema: 21 Ways to Ruin a Marriage (Finland)
Thurs-Sun
15-18
Times vary
Nordic Lights Film Festival (Located at SIFF)
Thurs
22
6 pm
Staged Reading: The Epiphany
Sat
24
2 pm
Craft School: Norwegian Coffee Treats
Sat
31
10 am
Kids: Pippi Breakfast and Film
Sun
1
1-4 pm
Knit/Spin Cafe
Tues
3
7 pm
Exhibition Lecture: Imaging the Arctic: Communicating Climate Science Through Art
Thurs
5
Thurs
5
February
Thurs
Free First Thursday 10-11 am
Nordic Stories: The Emperor’s Cool Clothes (Denmark)
3-8 pm
Happy Hour at Reuben’s Brews
Sat
7
10-11 am
Kids: Virtual Expedition to Greenland
Sun
8
5 pm
Mostly Nordic: Finland
Tues
10
12 pm
Soup and Cinema: Flame and Citron (Denmark)
Thurs
12
7 pm
Documentary: The New Northwest Passage
Thurs
19
5:30 pm /6:30 pm
Member Open House /Annual Meeting
Sat 21
21
2 pm
Craft School: Icelandic Coffee Treats
Thurs
26
5 pm
Wallenberg Dinner
March Sun
1
1-4 pm
Knit/Spin Cafe
Thurs
5
Thurs
5
10-11 am
Nordic Stories: Moomin and the New Friend (Finland)
Sun
8
4 pm
Mostly Nordic: Denmark
Mon
9
10:30 am
Volunteer Council Meeting
Mon
9
12 pm
Volunteer Potluck
Tues
10
12 pm
Soup and Cinema:
Sat
14
2 pm
Craft School: Danish Coffee Treats
Free First Thursday