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SUMMARY:Makers Night
DESCRIPTION:Gather with other makers for a friendly and productive evening! Makers Night is a monthly opportunity every third Thursday for anyone interested in craft to work in community in our Berglund Studio Classroom or in the summer\, on our beautiful front lawn! Bring a project to work on and any tools you need\, and be ready to share conversation\, tips and questions. \nFree; no advanced registration required. ASI also offers weekly\, Virtual Makers Mornings.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/makers-night-2/2026-10-15/
LOCATION:American Swedish Institute
CATEGORIES:Nordic Handcraft
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T120000
DTSTAMP:20261027T141355Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T141355Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Makers Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday Join other makers online for this weekly opportunity to work\, share\, and visit in a relaxed Virtual setting. Whether you knit\, carve\, weave\, sew\, spin\, crochet\, or do some other fascinating thing with your hands\, we invite you to tune in with a project to work on. All are welcome\, regardless of ability level or craft of choice! Drop in as often as you like\, for as long as you like to join the conversation. \nAdditional information \n\nRegistration is required for this free Virtual program.\nMakers need a device with video capabilities and a project to work on.\nBy registering\, makers will gain ongoing access to ASI’s Virtual Makers Mornings and receive weekly reminder emails.\n\n 
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/virtual-makers-mornings-2/2026-10-13/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Nordic Handcraft
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261009T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261009T113000
DTSTAMP:20261027T141846Z
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SUMMARY:Swedish Conversation Group: Tala SVENska med Sven
DESCRIPTION:Use or practice your Swedish skills in this fun conversation group led by Sven\, a longtime ASI volunteer originally from Sweden. Check in at the front desk\, purchase some fika from FIKA Café if you wish and enjoy a morning of conversation på svenska. \n  \nAdditional information: \n\nThis group meets the second and fourth Fridays of the month from 10:30-11:30 am.\nOn the second Friday\, meet the group in the Lindberg Stuga and on the fourth Friday\, meet the group in Classroom A\, both on the lower level of the Turnblad Mansion.\nFree; no RSVP required.\n\n  \n 
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/swedish-conversation-group-tala-svenska-med-sven-2-3/2026-10-09/
LOCATION:American Swedish Institute
CATEGORIES:Language Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261006T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261006T120000
DTSTAMP:20261027T141355Z
CREATED:20260910T204105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T141355Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Makers Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday Join other makers online for this weekly opportunity to work\, share\, and visit in a relaxed Virtual setting. Whether you knit\, carve\, weave\, sew\, spin\, crochet\, or do some other fascinating thing with your hands\, we invite you to tune in with a project to work on. All are welcome\, regardless of ability level or craft of choice! Drop in as often as you like\, for as long as you like to join the conversation. \nAdditional information \n\nRegistration is required for this free Virtual program.\nMakers need a device with video capabilities and a project to work on.\nBy registering\, makers will gain ongoing access to ASI’s Virtual Makers Mornings and receive weekly reminder emails.\n\n 
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/virtual-makers-mornings-2/2026-10-06/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Nordic Handcraft
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261002T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261004T160000
DTSTAMP:20261027T160140Z
CREATED:20260707T143855Z
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SUMMARY:Leksand-style Needlework Workshop with Kirsi Manni
DESCRIPTION:This class runs Fri-Sun\, October 2-4\, 9 am-4 pm each day. \n\nJoin Kirsi Manni\, a textile expert and teacher from Dalarna\, Sweden\, for a weekend of applique and embroidery in the traditional Leksand folk costume style. Each students will choose a pattern for a decorative pocket\, which is suitable for adding to a folk costume or adapting as a purse\, or a masma sewing kit pouch. Kirsi will present historic items from ASI’s material collections and her own personal collection to set in context the rich history or folk costume embellishment in Sweden. Students will practice Laska-herringbone stitch\, wool felt applique\, and couching techniques as they work on their projects. \nKirsi Manni is the owner of Art&Craft Sweden and lives in Siljansäs\, Dalarna. Over one week this fall\, Kirsi will bring her expertise in Leksand style folk dress to ASI. Kirsi is also offering an introductory level embroidery class for beginners and a talk about her personal experience with folk costume traditions. \n\nAdditional information\n\nAdvanced registration required.\nA $45 materials fee is included in the class fee and includes all necessary materials. Students should bring their favorite sewing needles and other hand sewing tools; a pair of fabric shears\, small thread scissors\, and favorite thimbles\, if you use them for sewing\, are highly recommended. Students should also bring magnification (i.e.; readers) if they use them for close work.\n\n  \nPrerequisites:\n\nAges: Suitable for ages 18+.\nSkill level: This workshop welcomes students of all experience levels\, but students will progress further with this project if they have previous hand sewing experience.\nPhysical ability: This class requires good hand and finger dexterity and the ability to sit for long periods of time.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/leksand-style-needlework-workshop-with-kirsi-manni/
LOCATION:American Swedish Institute
CATEGORIES:Nordic Handcraft
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T160000
DTSTAMP:20261027T160222Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT Intro to Leksand-style Embroidery Workshop with Kirsi Manni
DESCRIPTION:This program is sold out. To be added to the waitlist\, please call 612-871-4907.  \n\nTry out Leksand style embroidery with visiting artist Kirsi Manni\, a textile expert and teacher visiting from Dalarna\, Sweden! In this one-day introductory-level class\, students will practice some basics embroidery and applique techniques to create a small sampler that can be put to use as a pin cushion\, needle case front\, or other project. Students will also make their own colorful pom-pom or tuppa\, typical of Leksand-style folk dress. While they work\, students will have a chance to hear from Kirsi about her experience working with textiles in Sweden\, as well as view examples of historic needlework from ASI’s material collection and Kirsi’s personal collection. \nKirsi Manni is the owner of Art&Craft Sweden and lives in Siljanäs\, Dalarna. Over one week this fall\, Kirsi will bring her expertise in Leksand style folk dress to ASI. Kirsi is also offering a more intensive needlework project workshop and a talk about her personal experience with folk costume traditions. \n\nAdditional information:\n\nAdvanced registration required.\nA $15 materials fee is included in the class fee and includes all necessary materials.\nStudents are encouraged to bring a small sewing kit with their favorite hand sewing tools\, including a pair of fabric shears and small thread scissors\, assorted needles and pins\, and a thimble if they use one. Students should also bring magnification (i.e.; readers) if they use them for close work.\n\n\nPrerequisites:\n\nAges: Suitable for ages 18+.\nSkill level: This workshop welcomes students of all experience levels\, but students will progress further with this project if they have previous hand sewing experience.\nPhysical Ability: This class requires good hand and finger dexterity and the ability to sit for long periods of time.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/intro-to-leksand-style-embroidery-workshop-with-kirsi-manni/
LOCATION:American Swedish Institute
CATEGORIES:Nordic Handcraft
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T120000
DTSTAMP:20261027T141355Z
CREATED:20260910T204105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T141355Z
UID:10008557-1790677800-1790683200@asimn.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Makers Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday Join other makers online for this weekly opportunity to work\, share\, and visit in a relaxed Virtual setting. Whether you knit\, carve\, weave\, sew\, spin\, crochet\, or do some other fascinating thing with your hands\, we invite you to tune in with a project to work on. All are welcome\, regardless of ability level or craft of choice! Drop in as often as you like\, for as long as you like to join the conversation. \nAdditional information \n\nRegistration is required for this free Virtual program.\nMakers need a device with video capabilities and a project to work on.\nBy registering\, makers will gain ongoing access to ASI’s Virtual Makers Mornings and receive weekly reminder emails.\n\n 
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/virtual-makers-mornings-2/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Nordic Handcraft
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T160000
DTSTAMP:20261027T161150Z
CREATED:20260703T181328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T161150Z
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SUMMARY:Nordic Book Circle
DESCRIPTION:Contemporary Nordic literature is full of diverse literary voices\, styles\, and genres. This September 2026 through May 2027 the ASI Nordic Book Circle will gather monthly\, in-person\, to read and discuss a work of Nordic literature in English translation. Our focus this year will be on works of literature written by women authors from across the Nordic world. The works we read will chronologically trace books penned between 1912 and 2020\, and include two winners of the Nobel Prize in Literature; authors from the countries of Sweden\, Norway\, Denmark\, Iceland\, Greenland; various genres; and a range of topics and perspectives. \nIf you love to read and discuss literature and would like to expand your appreciation of literature from various parts of the world (the Nordic world in particular)\, we would love to have you join! Limited to 20 attendees; please register in advance. \n2026-2027 Nordic Book Circle titles \nSeptember: Kristin Lavransdotter\, Book I: The Wreath (1912)\, by Sigrid Undset\, translated from Norwegian by Tiina Nunnally (Penguin Editions\, 336 pages)\, Norway – September 27\, 2026 \nOctober: The Phantom Carriage (1912)\, by Selma Lagerlöf\, translated from Swedish by Peter Graves (Norvik Press\, 124 pages) (Sweden) – October 25\, 2026 \nNovember: Quicksand (1928) by Nella Larsen (Penguin Classics\, 192 pages) (Denmark) – November 22\, 2026 \nDecember: Kallocain (1940)\, Karin Boye\, translated from Swedish by David McDuff (Penguin Classics\, 192 pages) (Sweden) – December 20\, 2026 \nJanuary: Girl Upon Heaven’s Pier (1951)\, by Eeva-Liisa Manner\, translated from Finnish by Terhi Kuusisto (Dalkey Archive Press\, 104 pages) (Finland) – January 31\, 2027 \nFebruary: Nothing to be Rescued (1961)\, by Ásta Sigurðardóttir\, translated from Icelandic by Meg Matich (Nordisk Books\, 192 pages) Iceland – February 28\, 2027 \nMarch: Light\, Grass\, and Letter in April (1962\, 1963\, 1979)\, by Inger Christensen\, translated from Danish by Susanna Nied (New Directions Publishing\, 144 pages) (Denmark) – March 21\, 2027 \nApril: Zombieland (2015)\, by Sørine Steenholdt\, translated from Greenlandic to Danish by Niviaq Korneliussen and from Danish to English by Charlotte Barslund (Norvik Press\, 150 pages) (Greenland) – April 25\, 2027 \nMay: Strega (2020)\, by Johanna Lykke Holm\, translated from Swedish by Saskia Vogel (Riverhead Books\, 208 pages) (Sweden) – May 23\, 2027
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/nordic-book-circle-11/
LOCATION:American Swedish Institute
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T160000
DTSTAMP:20261027T160409Z
CREATED:20260707T150534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T160409Z
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SUMMARY:[Canceled] Hand-Sewn Leather Wallets Workshop with Candace LaCosse
DESCRIPTION:This program has been canceled. \n\nTry leatherworking and head home with a wallet or clutch in this half-day class! Students will learn about the basics of preparing and sewing leather goods while making a small\, folded wallet or clutch. Students may also be interested in an additional day-long course to sew a leather tote bag. \nAdditional information\n\nAdvanced registration required.\nA $35 materials fee is payable to the instructor in class to cover the tools and materials for one leather wallet or clutch. Please bring magnification (i.e.; readers) if you need it for close work.\n\nPrerequisites:\n\nPhysical ability: Sewing leather requires good hand strength.\nSkill level: Open to all skill levels.\nAges: Suitable for ages 18+.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/hand-sewn-leather-wallets-workshop-with-candace-lacosse/
LOCATION:American Swedish Institute
CATEGORIES:Nordic Handcraft
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T113000
DTSTAMP:20261027T141846Z
CREATED:20260709T194400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T141846Z
UID:10008386-1790332200-1790335800@asimn.org
SUMMARY:Swedish Conversation Group: Tala SVENska med Sven
DESCRIPTION:Use or practice your Swedish skills in this fun conversation group led by Sven\, a longtime ASI volunteer originally from Sweden. Check in at the front desk\, purchase some fika from FIKA Café if you wish and enjoy a morning of conversation på svenska. \n  \nAdditional information: \n\nThis group meets the second and fourth Fridays of the month from 10:30-11:30 am.\nOn the second Friday\, meet the group in the Lindberg Stuga and on the fourth Friday\, meet the group in Classroom A\, both on the lower level of the Turnblad Mansion.\nFree; no RSVP required.\n\n  \n 
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/swedish-conversation-group-tala-svenska-med-sven-2-3/2026-09-25/
LOCATION:American Swedish Institute
CATEGORIES:Language Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T120000
DTSTAMP:20261027T141355Z
CREATED:20260910T204105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T141355Z
UID:10008556-1790073000-1790078400@asimn.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Makers Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday Join other makers online for this weekly opportunity to work\, share\, and visit in a relaxed Virtual setting. Whether you knit\, carve\, weave\, sew\, spin\, crochet\, or do some other fascinating thing with your hands\, we invite you to tune in with a project to work on. All are welcome\, regardless of ability level or craft of choice! Drop in as often as you like\, for as long as you like to join the conversation. \nAdditional information \n\nRegistration is required for this free Virtual program.\nMakers need a device with video capabilities and a project to work on.\nBy registering\, makers will gain ongoing access to ASI’s Virtual Makers Mornings and receive weekly reminder emails.\n\n 
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/virtual-makers-mornings-2/2026-09-22/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Nordic Handcraft
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T113000
DTSTAMP:20261008T143238Z
CREATED:20260707T152030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T143238Z
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SUMMARY:Sat. Swedish Literature - Stopka
DESCRIPTION:This class meets weekly for 12 Saturdays from September 19–December 12\, 2026. Class does not meet the week of November 23.  \nA Swedish literature course taught by Liz Stopka starting a new novel\, Expeditionen: Min kärlekshistoria by Bea Uusma. This class will read 20 pages per week\, discussing the material in Swedish\, and finish the book in one term.  \nRequired materials: Expeditionen: Min kärlekshistoria by Bea Uusma\, not available in the ASI Museum Store. Advanced registration required.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/sat-swedish-literature-stopka-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Language Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T113000
DTSTAMP:20261008T143233Z
CREATED:20260707T152939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T143233Z
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SUMMARY:Fri. Swedish Literature - Haaland
DESCRIPTION:This class meets weekly for 12 Fridays from September 18–December 11\, 2026. Class does not meet the week of November 23. \n\nAn advanced II level Swedish literature course taught by Ingela Haaland starting the novel I en förvandlad stad by Per Anders Fogelström. This class will finish the book in one term. \nRequired materials: I en förvandlad stad by Per Anders Fogelström\, not available in the ASI Museum Store.  Advanced registration required.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/fri-swedish-literature-haaland-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Language Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T113000
DTSTAMP:20261008T143229Z
CREATED:20260707T152524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T143229Z
UID:10008307-1789725600-1789731000@asimn.org
SUMMARY:SOLD OUT Fri. Intermediate II Swedish - Stopka
DESCRIPTION:This program is sold out. To be added to the waitlist\, please call 612-871-4907.  \n\n\nThis class meets weekly for 12 Fridays from September 18–December 11\, 2026. Class does not meet the week of November 23. \n\nAn intermediate II level Swedish course taught by Liz Stopka starting in the middle of chapter 13 of Rivstart B1/B2. Intermediate II classes cover the B2 level\, the second half of Rivstart B1/B2. It typically takes around two-three terms of study to finish one level. \nRequired materials: Rivstart B1/B2 textbok and övningsbok (workbook)\, *2nd edition\, 2015. Advanced registration required.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/fri-intermediate-ii-swedish-stopka-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Language Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T210000
DTSTAMP:20261008T143224Z
CREATED:20260707T153835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T143224Z
UID:10008305-1789673400-1789678800@asimn.org
SUMMARY:Thurs. Advanced Finnish Literature - Haataja
DESCRIPTION:This class meets weekly for 12 Thursdays from September 17–December 10\, 2026. Class does not meet the week of November 23.  \n\nAn advanced level Finnish course taught by Daniel Haataja starting a new novel Kolibri by Kati Hiekkapelto. This class will read around 20 pages per week and discuss the material in Finnish. Advanced Finnish classes are suitable for students who have completed all levels of Suomen mestari or otherwise feel comfortable reading Finnish literature.  \nRequired materials: Kolibri by Kati Hiekkapelto. This book is available as an e-book from various sites or students can purchase a paperback copy through the Finnish bookstore Akateeminen. It is not available in the ASI store. Advanced registration required.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/thurs-advanced-finnish-literature-haataja/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Language Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T194500
DTSTAMP:20261008T143220Z
CREATED:20260707T155050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T143220Z
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SUMMARY:Thurs. Swedish Literature - Edberg-Caldwell
DESCRIPTION:This class meets weekly for 12 Thursdays from September 17–December 10\, 2026. Class does not meet the week of November 23. \n\nAn advanced I level Swedish literature course taught by Gunn Edberg-Caldwell starting Mina vänner by Fredrik Backman and finishing it in one term. Advanced I level classes have completed Rivstart B1/B2. \nRequired materials: Mina vänner by Fredrik Backman. Advanced registration required.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/thurs-swedish-literature-edberg-caldwell/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Language Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T194500
DTSTAMP:20261008T143216Z
CREATED:20260707T154049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T143216Z
UID:10008303-1789668900-1789674300@asimn.org
SUMMARY:SOLD OUT Thurs. Intermediate I Swedish - White
DESCRIPTION:This program is sold out. To be added to the waitlist\, please call 612-871-4907.  \n\n\nThis class meets weekly for 12 Thursdays from September 17–December 10\, 2026. Class does not meet the week of November 23. \n\nAn intermediate I level Swedish course taught by Gregg White starting in chapter 1 of Rivstart B1/B2. This class meets virtually. Intermediate I classes cover the B1 level\, the first half of Rivstart B1/B2. It typically takes around two-three terms of study to finish one level. \nRequired materials: Rivstart B1/B2 textbok and övningsbok (workbook)\, *2nd edition (2015). Advanced registration required.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/thurs-intermediate-i-swedish-white-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Language Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T203000
DTSTAMP:20261027T141949Z
CREATED:20260414T214928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T141949Z
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SUMMARY:Makers Night
DESCRIPTION:Gather with other makers for a friendly and productive evening! Makers Night is a monthly opportunity every third Thursday for anyone interested in craft to work in community in our Berglund Studio Classroom or in the summer\, on our beautiful front lawn! Bring a project to work on and any tools you need\, and be ready to share conversation\, tips and questions. \nFree; no advanced registration required. ASI also offers weekly\, Virtual Makers Mornings.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/makers-night-2/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:American Swedish Institute
CATEGORIES:Nordic Handcraft
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T190000
DTSTAMP:20261008T142520Z
CREATED:20260707T162516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T142520Z
UID:10008285-1789666200-1789671600@asimn.org
SUMMARY:SOLD OUT Thurs. New Beginning I Swedish - Moody
DESCRIPTION:This program is sold out. To be added to the waitlist\, please call 612-871-4907.  \n\n\nThis class meets weekly for 12 Thursdays from September 14–December 7\, 2026. Class does not meet the week of November 23. \n\nA new beginning I Swedish class taught by Kjerstin Moody. This class is for students new to Swedish and uses the Rivstart A1/A2\, starting with chapter 1. This class moves at a slightly quicker pace than the Kort Kurs 1 Beginning I Swedish class\, as the Rivstart textbok is written entirely in Swedish. \nRequired materials: Rivstart A1/A2 textbok and övningsbok (workbook)\, *3rd edition (2023). This class meets virtually. Advanced registration required. \nThis class is listed incorrectly on Mondays in the ASI Catalog.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/thurs-new-beginning-i-swedish-moody/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Language Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T190000
DTSTAMP:20261008T142516Z
CREATED:20260707T154541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T142516Z
UID:10008304-1789666200-1789671600@asimn.org
SUMMARY:SOLD OUT Thurs. Beginning II Finnish - Haataja
DESCRIPTION:This program is sold out. To be added to the waitlist\, please call 612-871-4907.  \n\nThis class meets weekly for 12 Thursdays from September 17–December 10\, 2026. Class does not meet the week of November 23. \nA beginning II level Finnish course taught by Daniel Haataja starting in chapter 7 of Suomen Mestari 1 (new edition)\, available in the ASI Museum Shop. Beginning II Finnish classes cover the Suomen Mestari 1 book. \nRequired materials: Suomen Mestari 1. Advanced registration required.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/thurs-beginning-ii-finnish-haataja-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Language Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T184500
DTSTAMP:20261008T142511Z
CREATED:20260707T155918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T142511Z
UID:10008298-1789665300-1789670700@asimn.org
SUMMARY:Thurs. Beginning II Swedish - Willson-Broyles
DESCRIPTION:This class meets weekly for 12 Thursdays from September 17–December 10\, 2026. Class does not meet the week of November 23. \n\nA beginning II level Swedish course taught by Rachel Willson-Broyles starting in chapter 5 of Rivstart A1/A2. This class meets in person at ASI. Beginning II level Swedish courses cover the A1 level\, the first half of Rivstart A1/A2. It typically takes around two to three terms of study to finish one level. \nRequired materials: Rivstart A1/A2 textbok and övningsbok (workbook)\, *3rd edition (2023). Advanced registration required.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/thurs-beginning-ii-swedish-willson-broyles-3/
LOCATION:American Swedish Institute
CATEGORIES:Language Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T180000
DTSTAMP:20261008T143034Z
CREATED:20260707T155259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T143034Z
UID:10008302-1789662600-1789668000@asimn.org
SUMMARY:Thurs. Beginning II Swedish - White
DESCRIPTION:A beginning II level Swedish course taught by Gregg White starting in chapter 5 of Rivstart A1/A2. Beginning II level Swedish courses cover the A1 level\, the first half of Rivstart A1/A2. It typically takes around two-three terms of study to finish one level. \nRequired materials: RivstartA1/A2 textbok and övningsbok (workbook)\, *3rd edition (2023). Advanced registration required.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/thurs-beginning-ii-swedish-white-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Language Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T173000
DTSTAMP:20261008T143030Z
CREATED:20260707T155513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T143030Z
UID:10008300-1789660800-1789666200@asimn.org
SUMMARY:Thurs. Intermediate II Swedish - Edberg-Caldwell
DESCRIPTION:This class meets weekly for 12 Thursdays from September 17–December 10\, 2026. Class does not meet the week of November 23.  \n\nAn intermediate II level Swedish course taught by Gunn Edberg-Caldwell starting in chapter 12 of Rivstart B1/B2. This class meets virtually. Intermediate II classes cover the B2 level\, the second half of Rivstart B1/B2. It typically takes around two to three terms of study to finish one level. \nRequired materials: Rivstart B1/B2 textbok and övningsbok (workbook)\, *2nd edition (2015). Advanced registration required.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/thurs-intermediate-ii-swedish-edberg-caldwell/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Language Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T170000
DTSTAMP:20261008T143026Z
CREATED:20260707T160215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T143026Z
UID:10008297-1789659000-1789664400@asimn.org
SUMMARY:SOLD OUT Thurs. New Beginning I Swedish - Willson-Broyles
DESCRIPTION:This program is sold out. To be added to the waitlist\, please call 612-871-4907.  \n\nThis class meets weekly for 12 Thursdays from September 17–December 10\, 2026. Class does not meet the week of November 23.  \nA new beginning I Swedish class taught by Rachel Willson-Broyles. This class is for students new to Swedish and uses the Rivstart A1/A2\, starting with chapter 1. This class moves at a slightly quicker pace than the Kort Kurs 1 Beginning I Swedish class\, as the Rivstart textbook is written entirely in Swedish. \nRequired materials: Rivstart A1/A2 textbok and övningsbok (workbook)\, *3rd edition (2023). Advanced registration required.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/thurs-new-beginning-i-swedish-willson-broyles/
LOCATION:American Swedish Institute
CATEGORIES:Language Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T150000
DTSTAMP:20261008T143021Z
CREATED:20260707T155727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T143021Z
UID:10008299-1789651800-1789657200@asimn.org
SUMMARY:Thurs. Swedish Literature - Edberg-Caldwell
DESCRIPTION:This class meets weekly for 12 Thursdays from September 17–December 10\, 2026. Class does not meet the week of November 23. \n\nAn advanced I level Swedish course taught by Gunn Edberg-Caldwell\, starting the novel Andra andningen av Sofie Sarenbrant and finishing it in one term.  Advanced I level classes have completed Rivstart B1/B2. \nRequired materials: Andra andningen av Sofie Sarenbrant. Advanced registration required.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/thurs-swedish-literature-edberg-caldwell-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Language Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T124500
DTSTAMP:20261008T142916Z
CREATED:20260707T160412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T142916Z
UID:10008296-1789643700-1789649100@asimn.org
SUMMARY:Thurs. Swedish Literature - Karlsson
DESCRIPTION:This class meets weekly for 12 Thursdays from September 17–December 10\, 2026. Class does not meet the week of November 23.  \n\nAn advanced-level Swedish literature course taught by Jessica Karlsson. This class will start reading a new novel\, Je M’appelle Agneta by Emma Hamberg\, and will read around 25 pages per week\, finishing the novel in one term. The instructor incorporates layers of cultural concepts from the book to enhance class discussions. \nRequired materials: Je M’appelle Agneta by Emma Hamberg. Advanced registration required.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/thurs-swedish-literature-karlsson-2/
LOCATION:American Swedish Institute
CATEGORIES:Language Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T191500
DTSTAMP:20261008T142913Z
CREATED:20260707T160533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T142913Z
UID:10008295-1789580700-1789586100@asimn.org
SUMMARY:Wed. Beginning III Swedish - Stopka
DESCRIPTION:This class meets weekly for 12 Wednesdays from September 16–December 9\, 2026. Class does not meet the week of November 23.  \n\nA beginning III level Swedish course taught by Liz Stopka starting in the middle of chapter 12 of Rivstart A1/A2. This class meets in person at ASI. Beginning III classes cover the A2 level\, the second half of Rivstart A1/A2. It typically takes around two to three terms of study to finish one level. \nThis class previously met on Thursdays. \nRequired materials: Rivstart A1/A2 textbok and övningsbok (workbook)\, *3rd edition (2023). Advanced registration required.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/wed-beginning-iii-swedish-stopka/
LOCATION:American Swedish Institute
CATEGORIES:Language Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T174500
DTSTAMP:20261008T142908Z
CREATED:20260707T160837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T142908Z
UID:10008293-1789575300-1789580700@asimn.org
SUMMARY:Wed. Intermediate I Finnish - Sundström
DESCRIPTION:This class meets weekly for 12 Wednesdays from September 16–December 9\, 2026. Class does not meet the week of November 23. \n\nAn intermediate I level Finnish course taught by Joona Sundström starting in chapter 6 of Suomen Mestari 2 (new edition)\, available at the ASI Museum Store. This class meets virtually. Intermediate I Finnish classes cover Suomen Mestari 2. \nRequired materials: Suomen Mestari 2. Advanced registration required.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/wed-intermediate-i-finnish-sundstrom/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Language Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T173000
DTSTAMP:20261008T142904Z
CREATED:20260707T160723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T142904Z
UID:10008294-1789574400-1789579800@asimn.org
SUMMARY:Wed. Beginning III Swedish - Stopka
DESCRIPTION:This class meets weekly for 12 Wednesdays from September 16–December 9\, 2026. Class does not meet the week of November 23.  \n\nA beginning III level Swedish course taught by Liz Stopka starting in chapter 12 of Rivstart A1/A2. This class meets virtually. Beginning II level Swedish courses cover the A1 level\, the first half of Rivstart A1/A2. It typically takes around two to three terms of study to finish one level. \nThis class previously met on Thursdays. \nRequired materials: Rivstart A1/A2 textbok and övningsbok (workbook)\, *3rd edition (2023). Advanced registration required.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/wed-beginning-iii-swedish-stopka-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Language Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T140000
DTSTAMP:20261008T142900Z
CREATED:20260707T161036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T142900Z
UID:10008292-1789561800-1789567200@asimn.org
SUMMARY:Wed. Intermediate II Swedish Literature - Hanslin
DESCRIPTION:This class meets weekly on Wednesdays from September 16–December 9\, 2026. \n\nAn intermediate II level Swedish literature class taught by Jean Hanslin. This class will start reading Simon och ekarna (lättläst) by Marianne Fredriksson. This class meets virtually. \nRequired materials provided by the instructor: Simon och ekarna (lättläst) by Marianne Fredriksson. Advanced registration required.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/wed-swedish-literature-hanslin-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Language Learning
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