March – April 2020 sofnedmonton.ca Edmonton, AB President ...Trustee Cliff Norum Trustee Roger Bruce Webmaster Brenda Carlstad Youth unfilled Mailing Address: Dutch Canadian Center,

March – April 2020 sofnedmonton.ca Edmonton, AB

Executive Officers:President Sylvia Colleton [email protected]

Vice President Emily MoenSecretary Lu-Rene Kennedy [email protected]

Treasurer Jim ColletonMembership Peter MyhreCounselor Peter Myhre

Support Directors:Culture Anita Brown [email protected]

SON Foundation Helen EvjenHistorian Brenda CarlstadHusflid Anita Brown [email protected]

Newsletter Sandy Jamison [email protected]

Publicity Brenda Carlstad

Social Sharon BruceSports unfilledSunshine Elnora Hibbert [email protected]

Trustee Cliff NorumTrustee Roger BruceWebmaster Brenda CarlstadYouth unfilled

Mailing Address:

Dutch Canadian Center,13312 -142 Street N.W.Edmonton, AB T5L 4T3

President’s MessageAs we make our way through the short days of winter in Alberta, we look forward to the increase in hours of daylight. Imagine this! On March 8, 2020 we ‘spring ahead’ with moving our clocks ahead one hour.

Willing hands made Lutefisk 2020 another success for Solglyt Lodge. Our volunteers who promote the evening, create decorations, help set up & manage the Silent Auction and 50/50 ticket sales make the evening extra special. Thanks to Food with

Flair from Viking Alberta for preparing the meal to perfection for 175 Lutefisk Lovers and for the entertainment by the Melody Makers Dance Band.

Our February Membership evening started with the Taste of Sweetness. ‘Team Pannekaker’ consisting of Sharon & Roger Bruce, Sylvia & Jim Colleton prepared the meal. Sharon made the wonderful Norsk Pannekaker using Elaine Domiers’ recipe and Sausages were cooked to perfection. Nordahl Flakstad gave an interesting comparison of Kathe Lasnik’s story to Anne Frank’s story both taken girls at a young age being taken to Nazi concentration camps.Kathe was a Norwegian born and raised Jew. On May 5th, 2020 members of DCC will celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the liberation of The Netherlands by the Canadian Divisions of the Allied F Sons of Norway Solglyt Lodge 4-143 of Edmonton with the presentation of a statue of Ann Frank to the City of Edmonton.

In March, we look forward to our evening with Stina Fagertun, a Sami Story Teller from Norway. Our evening with Stina replaces our regular Solglyt Lodge Membership evening. Along with the Alberta Story Tellers and the Finnish Society, Solglyt Lodge is co- hosting this event on March 20th at 7 PM in the Nordic Room. Scandinavians, including members of Torskeklubben, Scandinavian Studies students are invited. Please see Information in this Newsletter for our Sami Evening. RSVP as per Information poster on page two of this newsletter.

Coming in April, our Husflid coordinator is planning another Sami Bracelet Workshop. Information on Husflid workshops will

be sent out to our membership by our Secretary when plans are confirmed.

Visit our great website. Go to sofnedmonton.ca to enjoy photos that capture our happiness at Solglyt Lodge. Click on the links of interest. THANK YOU Brenda Carlstad.

Sports Weekend May 29-31, 2020 is hosted by Calgary Valhalla Lodge and is held at High River. Join in for a fun weekend of friendship and activities. Make new friends and share your ideas. Registration forms soon on website sofncalgary.ca

Thank you to Sharon Bruce, our social & volunteer coordinator. Solglyt Lodge members should be very proud all because of Sharon’s enthusiasm to reach our goal with the Sock Challenge and our Solglyt Volunteer Team is a favorite at Meals on Wheels.

Convention 2020 at Watford, North Dakota. June 11 – 13, 2020. Are you interested in attending? YOU are not TOO LATE to register as a delegate.Cut off for registration is April 1, 2020. Do you have an item to enter in the folk art competition! Contact Lu-Rene, if you need information to go as a Delegate to Convention 2020 or if you need a form to enter an item

Hilsen Fra Sylvia

President of Solglyt Lodge

Solglyt Lodge #4-143Sons of Norway

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Sons of Norway Solglyt Lodge Finnish Society of Edmonton

Present and Host:

Norwegian storyteller/singer/songwriter

Stina Fagertun for a very special SAMI NIGHT!

DATE: Friday, March 20th LOCATION: Nordic Room, Home of the Scandinavians 13312 – 142 St., Edmonton, AB TIME: 7:00 p.m.

"Stina brings to life the magical landscapes of the land of the Northern Lights and the Midnight Sun"

Stina Fagertun was born and raised in Tromso, Norway. With her rich ancestry of Norwegian, Kven, and Coastal Sami storytelling traditions, she has been a cultural ambassador on the international stage for over 30 years. Stina celebrates with spoken word and song, Nordic folksongs, and traditional "joiks." RSVP: Emily Moen: [email protected] 780-637-3208 Sylvia Colleton: [email protected] 780-470-0166

Photo credit: Sami Cultural

Center of North America


Present and Host:




"Stina brings to life the magical landscapes of theland of the Northern Lights and the Midnight Sun"

Stina Fagertun was born and raised in Tromso, Norway. With her rich ancestry of Norwegian, Kven, and Coastal Sami storytelling traditions, she has been a cultural ambassador on the international stage for over 30 years. Stina celebrates with spoken word and song, Nordic folksongs, and traditional "joiks." Spellbound listeners travel to the shores of the Arctic Ocean to join the Sami reindeer herders for fantastical stories ranging between land and sea, traditional and contemporary.



Present and Host:




"Stina brings to life the magical landscapes of theland of the Northern Lights and the Midnight Sun"

Stina Fagertun was born and raised in Tromso, Norway. With her rich ancestry of Norwegian, Kven, and Coastal Sami storytelling traditions, she has been a cultural ambassador on the international stage for over 30 years. Stina celebrates with spoken word and song, Nordic folksongs, and traditional "joiks." Spellbound listeners travel to the shores of the Arctic Ocean to join the Sami reindeer herders for fantastical stories ranging between land and sea, traditional and contemporary.


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Lutefisk SupperOur Annual Solglyt Lodge event was held on

Saturday, January 25th and attended by 175 Lutefisk Lovers

Wayne Nordstrom and Stan Johnson.

Roger Bruce.

Jorunn Morton and Rhonda Stevenson.Rut Wiull, Lori Burgess and Lori’s daughter Erin.

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Nirmala Godinho and Nancy Cockroft.

Elaine Domier and Torstein Tidemann.Sandy Jamison and Valerie Vale.

50/50 winner Karen Allarie and President, Sylvia Colleton.

Brenda Carlstad.

Ingrid and John Zukiwski.

Chris and Anita Brown.

Ken Domier and President, Sylvia Colleton.

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Vice President, Emily Moen.

Karin Jackson. Treasurer, Jim and President, Sylvia Colleton.

Joyce Nordstrom and Sharon Bruce.

President, Sylvia Colleton and Peter Myhre.

Bjarne Myhre and Verner Steinbru.

Mr. and Mrs. Fossum.

Barb Day and John Elias.

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Well, we did it, we collected 630 pairs of socks, 20 pairs of mitts, 10 scarves, 18 pairs of underwear and one toque. We have distributed the above as follows:

University Hospitals - 100 pairs of socks;

Royal Alexandra Hospital - 100 pairs of socks;

Covenant Health - 300 pairs of socks (they service Grey Nuns, Misericordia and General Hospitals).

When I was speaking with representatives from these Hospitals, their common response was an excited yes, how wonderful. They often get patients who were suddenly air -vacced in from other places with only the clothes on their back or patients who are homeless or low income who only have one pair of socks and those are the ones on their feet. They advised the common lament from these patients is ‘Don’t throw away my socks, I don’t have another pair.’ The Hospitals try to reassure them they will find another pair but sometimes it is very difficult. The General has a lot of low-income patients and their need is quite high. So yes, the Hospitals were absolutely delighted by our donations.

The balance of socks, mitts, scarves, underwear and the toque were delivered to Youth Empowerment and Social Services (YESS). They always have a need for these items and were ecstatic to get our donation.

So many people to thank for making this

event a success. Brenda Carlstad who was relentless with her publicity telling all of you about our drive. Without her tenacity in putting it out there, this would never have happened. And to all of you who donated socks, from one pair to many pairs, thank you. Because of you, a lot of people will have warm feet and in this cold weather what a blessing.

I have not heard how successful we were with our sock challenge with the Lodge from Missoula, Montana and will let you know. Our Lodge in Lethbridge collected 422

pairs of socks together with other items but I have not heard if any other Lodges in our Zone 4 had participated in this challenge. Nordy Riley, District President, has advised that many Lodges throughout the District have participated in this challenge and she is trying to tally numbers. We may not know until Convention time who the big winner .is

So once again, a very big thank you to all of you who have taken the time to donate to our latest challenge.

Sharon Bruce, Social Director

Zone 4 Sock Drive Challenge

(L to R) Elaine Domier, Ingrid Zukiwski, Sylvia Colleton, Sharon Bruce, Anita Brown, Karin Jackson, Betty Thomson and Sue Norum.

Sock Deliveries: (clockwise, from upper left, L to R) Sue Norum and Emily Moen - University Hospitals. Marty Van Sloun, Sylvia Colleton, Emily Moen and Deborah McKinnon - Covenant Health. Sue Norum - Royal Alexandra Hospital.

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Meals on Wheels Volunteer OpportunityDate: Monday, March 9th from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Once again, I have made arrangements for us to volunteer at Meals on Wheels on Monday March 9th. When we were last there, Sylvia, Norma, Sue and myself breaded about 160 pounds of chicken and made meatballs while Jim, Cliff, Nordahl and Arvid chopped peppers and made sandwiches. Jason, the head cook at Meals on Wheels is always amazed at the amount of work we get done and that we can talk and work at the same time. We tell him it is called experience. It is a fun time and we always leave with a feeling of accomplishment however Jim said he doesn’t want to see another pepper in a long time.

Please let me know at [email protected] or by phone at 780-436-7286 if you can help out on March 9th.

Thanks

Sharon Bruce

Lutefisk Supper - Riskrem Work Bee(Clockwise, from upper left) Sue Norum, Cliff Norum, the finished Riskrem and Sharon Bruce.

District 4 Convention – Watford City, ND & Folk Art Exhibit & CompetitionContact Emily Moen or Sylvia Colleton

The biennial District 4 Convention is an opportunity for Sons of Norway members from Alberta, Saskatchewan, Montana and North Dakota to gather for both business and celebration, especially as Sons of Norway is celebrating 125 years. Members and their guests are invited to attend the convention in Watford City, ND in June of this year. Conventions feature a variety of social and cultural events, plus elections by delegates. The Folk Art Exhibit & Competition is an initiative for members to display their skills. Friendships and connections are built at conventions; additionally, there is an opportune time to exchange ideas with Zone 4 (Alberta and Saskatchewan) members and bring back those fantastic ideas and energy to our lodge.

For more information about this year’s Convention: https://watfordcitysofn.com/2020-district-4-convention/

January Membership GatheringA culture presentation on ‘The Birkebeiner and Ski Culture in Norway’ was given by guest, Karen VanderMeer (above), numerous and diverse topics related to the ski culture of Norway, including the Birkebeiners in both Canada and Norway, were aptly and captivatingly delivered.

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Kondolanse:• Anderson, Anders Roald August 17, 1930 - January 10, 2020 It is with great sadness, the family of Anders Roald Anderson announce his passing on January 10, 2020, at the age of 89 years.

He is remembered with love by his wife Eleanor, son Anders (Elaine}, grandsons Anders Richard and Eric and son Brian (Robin}, grandchildren Alexandra and Jordan. He is also survived by his 2 brothers lnge (Betty} and Njaal as well as family members including nieces, nephews and many relatives including those in Norway. He was predeceased by daughter Christina, sister-in-law Francis and great-nephew Taylor Anderson.

Anders was a Master Electrician (1952} and Professional Electrical Engineer, graduating simultaneously in 1957 with his two brothers from the University of Alberta, also with Engineering degrees.

Anders was born in Lloydminister, Saskatchwen and married Eleanor on July 16, 1955 in a dual wedding ceremony with Eleanor’s sister Marjorie to Edward Gomuwka. Anders and Eleanor lived in various locations around Alberta including Brazeau, Wabamun, Calgary and Edmonton.

Anders was active for many years with the Sons of Norway. He assisted with the creation of a large model Stave Church reproduction as well as contributed to the planning phase for the construction of the replica Stave Church in Minot, North Dakota. He also enjoyed participating in the preparations for the annual Edmonton area Birkebeiner.

A service in his honour and memory was held on January 19, 2020 with Pastor Bruce Gritter officiating.

Cremation has taken place. Internment will be Spring, 2020 at Rich Valley in a private family graveside service.

The family would like to extend a thank you to staff at Rosedale Villa for the kindness and friendliness to both dad and mom during their stay there.

Memorial donations in Anders’ honour may be made directly to: Mustard Seed on behalf of Christina Anderson.

• BJorGUM, Leroy (Lee) Alton October 16, 1930 - January 28, 2020 When Lee Bjorgum passed away on January 23, 2020, we lost a remarkable Albertan, an astute Canadian and a wonderful old soul who saw the world in a good way.

You can bet he took his faith with him and also, a painful regret at leaving wife Marian (Haggerty), after 68 years. Together, she and he cherished their children Jon, Lyndel (Dave), Shar (Byron), Glenise and Pam. Along with 17 grandchildren and 19 great-grands.

On October 16, 1930, Lee was born on a farm in Kingman, Alberta.

From the spelling of his name, his use of skaal in a Toast and his fondness for pickled herring, he was obviously Norwegian. He was also a fine teacher, an entrepreneur, a community contributor and a man of the world with an amazing focus on people. His family and friends have so many memories of him, including one they all share: Lee Bjorgum had time for all of us.

A gathering to remember him was held at Hope Lutheran Church, on Thursday, February 6, 2020. The family will lay him to rest at a graveside gathering at Kingman Cemetery, later this summer.

• eVJen, James David January 10, 2020 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of James David Evjen on Friday, January 10, 2020 at the age of 55 years.

James was born in Beaverlodge, Alberta and moved to Sherwood Park at a young age. He lived and worked in Edmonton all of his adult life. James loved sports. He was a dedicated Oilers fan and his involvement with the Sherwood Park Mixed Slo Pitch Ball League spanned more than two decades, as a player and in various leadership roles. He will be remembered for his unique wit and sense of humor. It was appreciated by family, friends and co-workers alike. He enjoyed making us laugh.

He will be lovingly remembered and greatly missed by his wife Nathalie Hammond, parents John and Helen Evjen, brother Rick, sister Charlotte (Mike), nieces Erika (Luke) and Kalli (Evan), nephews Jarvin (Alicia), Thomas and Lucas, great-nieces Annya and Aubrey

and Uncle Art (Judy). Also, his mother and father-in-law, Michelle and Wilfred Hammond, brother-in-law Craig, sister-in-law Vicki Lefebvre (Daniel) and their sons Cadam and Mckale. And by numerous cousins, extended family, co-workers, and his second family at Sherwood Park Mixed Slo Pitch, especially the Nightmare team.

Our family wishes to express our gratitude for the compassionate care James received during his time at Sturgeon Community Hospital. Thank you to the staff at Stations 17 and 18.

A celebration of James life will be held in the spring. If desired, donations may be made in memory of James and his love for his fur babies to Edmonton Humane Society, 13620 - 163 St., Edmonton, AB T5V 0B2 www.edmontonhumanesociety.com or the charity of your choice.

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BidosSource: www.recipereminiscing.word-press.com

4 servings

Ingredients:

• 1.1 lb. / 500 g filet of reindeer or reindeer steak (other big game or even beef can be used of course but then the authenticity is lost)

• 4 Tbsp. flour

• 2 pt. / 10 dl water

• 4 potatoes

• 2 carrots

• 1/2 onion

• 1 tsp. salt

• 1/4 tsp. pepper

Directions:

1. Cut the meat into cubes, and place in a casserole.

2. Make flour thickening by mixing flour and about 3 ml or 1/2 tsp. of water (cold). Pour flour thickening and remaining water over the meat. Bring to the boil, stirring to avoid lumps in the sauce.

3. Peel potatoes and cut them in half. Peel carrots and cut them into thick slices. Chop the onion. Put the po-tatoes and vegetables in the pot and cook until potatoes are tender.

4. Season with salt and pepper. If you want a darker sauce you can add a few drops of caramel. Serve bidos with freshly baked whole wheat bread, butter and cranberries.

NB! To get nice color and good taste on the dish, it is important to pour the flour thickening over the meat before starting to cook it.

Tip: Leek and other vegetables can be added to the casserole for varia-tion. But then it is no longer a simple and authentic bidos but tastes incred-ibly delicious anyway.

Norwegian Burgers Recipe from “The Norwegian Kitch-en,” available for purchase through the Vesterheim Bookstore. www.vesterheim.org

Norwegian burgers are a popular dish served for both dinner and lunch.

Ingredients:

• 500 g (1 lb) lean beef stew meat

• 2 tbsp. potato starch

• 1/2 onion, minced

• salt

• 1/2 tsp. pepper

• 3 1/2 dl (1 1/2 cups) milk butter

Directions:

Step 1 Grind the meat twice, then mix with the dry ingredients. Gradually add the milk.

Step 2 Form flat round cakes, about

90 g (3 ounces) each, and fry on both sides in butter. Serve with fried on-ions, boiled potatoes, and vegetables.

Deliciously Nordic

2020 EvENtSMarch & April

2020 NewsletterDeadlines:

• May/June - Apr. 30

• Sep./Oct. - Aug. 28 • Nov./Dec. - Oct. 30

Please e-mail submissions to: [email protected] and indicate SON Newsletter in the subject line.

Early submission of articles, when possible, is appreciated.

Date Weekday Time Location Description

Mar. 3 Tues. 6:00 pm Nova Hotel Torskeklubben

Mar 4, 11, 18, 25 Wed 1:00 pm Nordic Room Scandinavian Seniors - Every week

CanCelledMar. 11

Wed. 7:30 pm Nordic Room Membership Evening - CanCelled due to Mar. 20 Stina Fagertun, a Sami Story Teller event

Mar. 17 Tues. 2:30 pm Elaine Domier’s 11759 – 37 Ave.780 434-6532

Stamp Club - Call if you can attend 780-434-6532

Mar. 20 Fri. 7:00 pm Nordic Room Stina Fagertun, a Sami Story Teller - Solglyt Lodge, together with Storytelling Alberta and the Finnish Society of Edmonton are pleased to host Stina Fagertun, a Sami Storyteller. Please refer to the ad on page 2 for details.Storytelling Alberta celebrates and promotes the tradition of oral storytelling. They offer a wide variety of performances and opportunities for emerging and experienced storytellers. In Edmonton, Calgary and Sherwood Park they offer ‘Tellarounds’ which are monthly story circles where stories and ‘works-in-progress’ share. For more information: www.storytellingalberta.com

Apr. 7 Tues. 6:00 pm Nova Hotel Torskeklubben

Apr. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Wed. 1:00 pm Nordic Room Scandinavian Seniors - Every week

Apr. 8 Wed. 7:30 pm Nordic Room Membership Evening

Apr. 16 Thurs. 7:30 pm Elaine Domier’s 11759 – 37 Ave.780 434-6532

Stamp Club - Call if you can attend 780-434-6532

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