10:30 am - 12:00 pm Virtual Makers Mornings Tuesday, July 28 | 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Virtual Makers Mornings In a relaxed, Virtual setting hosted by ASI staff, join a community of makers. Drop in as often as you like, for as long as you like. Free
Featured 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Sápmi Today with Christian Hans Pedersen Featured Wednesday, July 29 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Sápmi Today with Christian Hans Pedersen Part of a four-part series on Sámi history to today $25
Featured 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Painted Ceramic Bowls Workshop with Sue Flanders Featured Thursday, July 30 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Painted Ceramic Bowls Workshop with Sue Flanders Make your own porridge bowls in this evening-long class! Decorate your bowl with any pattern, from the charmingly iconic Dala... $65
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm [SOLD OUT] Summer City Foraging Workshop with Maria Wesserle Thursday, July 30 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm [SOLD OUT] Summer City Foraging Workshop with Maria Wesserle Join Marina of Four Seasons Foraging to explore the urban environment in search of wild foods. $45
Featured 7:30 am - 8:30 am Morgondopp / Morning Dip Featured Friday, July 31 | 7:30 am - 8:30 am Morgondopp / Morning Dip Take a morning dip Fridays in July
9:00 am - 5:00 pm (CANCELED) From Log to Cup: Carve a Kuksa Workshop with John Fleck Saturday, August 1 | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (CANCELED) From Log to Cup: Carve a Kuksa Workshop with John Fleck This program has been canceled. This class runs Saturday and Sunday, August 1-2, 9 am–5 pm both days. Carve your... $250
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Intergenerational Nordic Handcraft Workshop: Felted Flower Garland with Jen Newburg Sunday, August 2 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Intergenerational Nordic Handcraft Workshop: Felted Flower Garland with Jen Newburg Make a garland of colorful wool flowers just in time for Midsommar! Felter Jen will lead kids and adults through the needle felting process. $55
9:00 am - 3:00 pm (SOLD OUT) Scandinavian Cooking and Culture Camp Tuesday, August 4 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm (SOLD OUT) Scandinavian Cooking and Culture Camp Campers ages 6–10 join Patrice Johnson to explore Scandinavian flavors, taste new ingredients, and build kitchen confidence. $110
10:30 am - 12:00 pm Virtual Makers Mornings Tuesday, August 4 | 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Virtual Makers Mornings In a relaxed, Virtual setting hosted by ASI staff, join a community of makers. Drop in as often as you like, for as long as you like. Free
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Keep Reading Swedish: Elin Wägner’s Pennskaftet (lättläst) with Kjerstin Moody Tuesday, August 4 | 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Keep Reading Swedish: Elin Wägner’s Pennskaftet (lättläst) with Kjerstin Moody Read an abridged Swedish novel $70
9:00 am - 3:00 pm (SOLD OUT) Mini Makers Wednesday, August 5 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm (SOLD OUT) Mini Makers Young makers ages 6–10 explore the Swedish tradition of slöjd with materials like wool, wire, and more in this fun, hands-on camp. $92
Featured 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Nordic Capitalism Book Talk with Dr. Robert Strand Featured Thursday, August 6 | 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Nordic Capitalism Book Talk with Dr. Robert Strand Join us for a talk with Dr. Robert Strand featuring his latest book, Nordic Capitalism: Lessons for Realizing Sustainable Capitalism. $10
9:00 am - 3:00 pm (SOLD OUT) Pippi Camp Thursday, August 6 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm (SOLD OUT) Pippi Camp Campers ages 6–10 step into the world of Pippi Longstocking, experiencing her playful spirit through songs, snacks, and silly adventures. $92
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm August Open Nordic Jam Thursday, August 6 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm August Open Nordic Jam Have you ever wanted to play music in the historic Turnblad Mansion? Now’s your chance!
10:00 am - 11:30 am Preschool Program: Summer Nature Explorers Friday, August 7 | 10:00 am - 11:30 am Preschool Program: Summer Nature Explorers Join ASI’s nature-packed Preschool Program at Eloise Butler Garden! Children ages 3–5 and grownups explore summer colors, wildflowers, and the hum of life.
10:00 am - 5:00 pm [SOLD OUT] Scandinavian Figure Carving Workshop with Charles Banks Friday, August 7 | 10:00 am - 5:00 pm [SOLD OUT] Scandinavian Figure Carving Workshop with Charles Banks Carvers of all experience levels can join this three-day flat plane figure carving class. $350
10:00 am - 3:00 pm Swedish Immersion Day with Kjerstin Moody and Liz Stopka Sunday, August 9 | 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Swedish Immersion Day with Kjerstin Moody and Liz Stopka Immerse yourself in Swedish for the day $90
9:00 am - 3:00 pm (SOLD OUT) Viking Camp Tuesday, August 11 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm (SOLD OUT) Viking Camp Kids ages 6–10 set sail for Viking-inspired fun with castle raids, storytelling, and historic recipes in this action-packed day of discovery. $92
10:00 am - 11:30 am Golden Mile Walking Tour Tuesday, August 11 | 10:00 am - 11:30 am Golden Mile Walking Tour Explore the area once known as The Golden Mile on this guided walking tour of the blocks surrounding ASI. $20
10:30 am - 12:00 pm Virtual Makers Mornings Tuesday, August 11 | 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Virtual Makers Mornings In a relaxed, Virtual setting hosted by ASI staff, join a community of makers. Drop in as often as you like, for as long as you like. Free
9:00 am - 3:00 pm (SOLD OUT) Viking Camp Wednesday, August 12 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm (SOLD OUT) Viking Camp Kids ages 6–10 set sail for Viking-inspired fun with castle raids, storytelling, and historic recipes in this action-packed day of discovery. $92
Featured 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Intro to Floral Centerpieces Workshop with Elle Sullivan Featured Thursday, August 13 | 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Intro to Floral Centerpieces Workshop with Elle Sullivan Design your own seasonal floral centerpiece in this beginner-friendly class led by Elle Sullivan, farmer-florist at Mellifera Flowers, $65
9:00 am - 3:00 pm Passport to Sweden: A Swedish language and culture camp Thursday, August 13 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Passport to Sweden: A Swedish language and culture camp Campers ages 6–10 “travel” across Sweden while learning new vocabulary through songs, games, food, and activities rooted in modern Swedish culture. $92
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Turkish Breakfast Demo with Rana Olson Thursday, August 13 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Turkish Breakfast Demo with Rana Olson Join Rana for an Our Shared Table demo featuring Turkish breakfast favorites! $85
10:30 am - 11:30 am Swedish Conversation Group: Tala SVENska med Sven Friday, August 14 | 10:30 am - 11:30 am Swedish Conversation Group: Tala SVENska med Sven Use or practice your Swedish skills in this fun conversation group led by Sven, a longtime ASI volunteer originally from Sweden. Free; no RSVP required. Free
10:00 am - 3:00 pm Stenciled Bento Bag Workshop with Kirsten Aune Saturday, August 15 | 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Stenciled Bento Bag Workshop with Kirsten Aune Dive into the art of fabric stenciling with inspiration from instructor and textile artist Kirsten Aune’s colorful, Scandinavian-inspired patterns. $90
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Boreal Plant Walk in North Sámi and English with Dr. Áila O’Loughlin Saturday, August 15 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Boreal Plant Walk in North Sámi and English with Dr. Áila O’Loughlin Learn plant names in North Sámi and English $25
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm [SOLD OUT] Intro to Swedish Linen Workshop with Wendy Johnson Sunday, August 16 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm [SOLD OUT] Intro to Swedish Linen Workshop with Wendy Johnson Learn about the rich, storied history of Swedish flax growing and linen processing from ancient times to today. $75
1:00 pm - 2:15 pm Starting with Slöjd: Needle Felted Magic Wands Sunday, August 16 | 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm Starting with Slöjd: Needle Felted Magic Wands Anna Ruhland leads a class for students to learn needle felting skills for making magic wands. $20
9:00 am - 3:00 pm (SOLD OUT) Handcraft Camp Monday, August 17 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm (SOLD OUT) Handcraft Camp Young makers ages 8–12 dive deeper into slöjd, creating with wood, textiles, and more. This multi-day camp helps kids develop new skills and creativity at a slower pace. $380
10:30 am - 12:00 pm Virtual Makers Mornings Tuesday, August 18 | 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Virtual Makers Mornings In a relaxed, Virtual setting hosted by ASI staff, join a community of makers. Drop in as often as you like, for as long as you like. Free
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm SOLD OUT Learn Swedish Grammar Review: Section 1 with Gregg White Tuesday, August 18 | 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm SOLD OUT Learn Swedish Grammar Review: Section 1 with Gregg White Refresh your Swedish grammar before fall term $70
6:15 pm - 7:45 pm Learn Swedish Grammar Review: Section 2 with Gregg White Tuesday, August 18 | 6:15 pm - 7:45 pm Learn Swedish Grammar Review: Section 2 with Gregg White Refresh your Swedish grammar before fall term $70
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Learn Swedish Grammar Review: Section 3 with Gregg White Thursday, August 20 | 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Learn Swedish Grammar Review: Section 3 with Gregg White Refresh your Swedish before fall term $70
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Makers Night Thursday, August 20 | 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Makers Night Makers Night is a monthly opportunity every third Thursday for anyone interested in craft to work in community & share conversation, tips & questions. Free
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm [SOLD OUT] Nordic Table on a Stick Demo with Patrice Johnson Thursday, August 20 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm [SOLD OUT] Nordic Table on a Stick Demo with Patrice Johnson Get ready for deep fried delicacies and food on a stick in Patrice Johnson's State Fair-inspired demonstration class. $80
Featured 9:00 am - 10:00 am Kids at the Castle: Summer Fun Featured Friday, August 21 | 9:00 am - 10:00 am Kids at the Castle: Summer Fun It's a morning playdate at the Castle! Kids at the Castle offers storytime, crafts, music, and more for kids ages 2-5. Activities may be outdoors. $20
10:00 am - 11:30 am Golden Mile Walking Tour Tuesday, August 25 | 10:00 am - 11:30 am Golden Mile Walking Tour Explore the area once known as The Golden Mile on this guided walking tour of the blocks surrounding ASI. $20
10:30 am - 12:00 pm Virtual Makers Mornings Tuesday, August 25 | 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Virtual Makers Mornings In a relaxed, Virtual setting hosted by ASI staff, join a community of makers. Drop in as often as you like, for as long as you like. Free
Featured 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm ASI Annual Crayfish Party Featured Friday, August 28 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm ASI Annual Crayfish Party Get ready to celebrate the end of summer with a Swedish-style crayfish party, complete with party hats and drinking songs! $85
10:30 am - 12:00 pm Virtual Makers Mornings Tuesday, September 1 | 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Virtual Makers Mornings In a relaxed, Virtual setting hosted by ASI staff, join a community of makers. Drop in as often as you like, for as long as you like. Free
Featured 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Sweden’s Election is Upon Us: Who’s Running and Why? with Alexander Fooy Featured Thursday, September 3 | 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Sweden’s Election is Upon Us: Who’s Running and Why? with Alexander Fooy Learn about Sweden's eight major political parties ahead of the 2026 election. $25
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Lille Fredag Happy Hour Thursday, September 3 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Lille Fredag Happy Hour Join us for the inaugural Lille Fredag happy hour for young adults in the Twin Cities with Nordic roots or...
Saturday, August 1 | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (CANCELED) From Log to Cup: Carve a Kuksa Workshop with John Fleck
Sunday, August 2 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Intergenerational Nordic Handcraft Workshop: Felted Flower Garland with Jen Newburg
Tuesday, August 4 | 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Keep Reading Swedish: Elin Wägner’s Pennskaftet (lättläst) with Kjerstin Moody
Featured Thursday, August 6 | 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Nordic Capitalism Book Talk with Dr. Robert Strand $10
Friday, August 7 | 10:00 am - 5:00 pm [SOLD OUT] Scandinavian Figure Carving Workshop with Charles Banks
Featured Thursday, August 13 | 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Intro to Floral Centerpieces Workshop with Elle Sullivan $65
Saturday, August 15 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Boreal Plant Walk in North Sámi and English with Dr. Áila O’Loughlin
Tuesday, August 18 | 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm SOLD OUT Learn Swedish Grammar Review: Section 1 with Gregg White
Featured Thursday, September 3 | 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Sweden’s Election is Upon Us: Who’s Running and Why? with Alexander Fooy $25