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Pictures of the year 2025—thanks for the memories
Happy New Year! The SBSCA looks back on 2025, a year filled with excitement and fun..

Lori Ann Reinhall
4 days ago6 min read


Lille julaften brings light in the darkness
Lille julaften brings light in winter's darkness, as Seattle's Nordic community honors its heritage.

Lori Ann Reinhall
5 days ago3 min read


And that's a Christmas wrap!
The SBSCA closes out its year with a fun and festive Christmas party for the young and young at heart.

Lori Ann Reinhall
Dec 15, 20254 min read


SBSCA Scandinavian holiday reading recommendations
The SBSCA presents a list of recommendations for your Scandinavian holiday reading.

Lori Ann Reinhall
Nov 18, 20254 min read


SBSCA connects Seattle with Crossings 200
Discover how the SBSCA connects people across borders as it celebrates Crossings.

Lori Ann Reinhall
Nov 18, 20253 min read


An ocean voyage opens new horizons for two young people and forges friendships across the seas
Follow the ocean voyage of two young adventures from Seattle aboard a historic tall ship.

Lori Ann Reinhall
Nov 17, 20258 min read


Music connects cultures, sets the tone for Crossings and One Ocean Week Seattle
The SBSCA celebrated Crossings 200 with a lively concert of traditional music with a new twist.

Lori Ann Reinhall
Nov 2, 20254 min read


Bergen delegation visits Seattle City Hall
An official delegation from Bergen visited Seattle City Hall and the new Sister Cities signpost.

Lori Ann Reinhall
Nov 1, 20254 min read


Sailing the seas on the Statsraad Lehmkuhl
The SBSCA helps sponsor two young crewmembers on the tall ship Statsraad Lehmkuhl.

Lori Ann Reinhall
Oct 27, 20253 min read


The SBSCA sails into high gear with One Ocean Week Seattle
The SBSCA was there to celebrate Ocean Week Seattle and the arrival of the Statsraad Lehmkuhl.

Lori Ann Reinhall
Oct 12, 20253 min read


50 Years of Bergen Place
On Oct. 19, 2025, Friends of Bergen Place and the SBSCA celebrates "50 Years of Bergen Place."

Lori Ann Reinhall
Sep 27, 20253 min read


Seattle to celebrate Crossings with style
On Oct. 9, 2025, Seattle celebrates the Slooper landing in NYC 200 years earlier with a gala dinner.

Lori Ann Reinhall
Sep 13, 20254 min read


Honor our Nordic immigrants for Crossings 200
In Seattle, a statue of Leif Erikson at Shilshole Bay looks out to the sea as a tribute to all immigrants.

Lori Ann Reinhall
Aug 7, 20253 min read


The Restauration arrives in Madeira
On its voyage from Stavanger to NYC, the sloop Restauration made a stop in Funchal, Madeira.

Lori Ann Reinhall
Aug 2, 20253 min read


The power of immigration
SBSCA President Lori Ann Reinhall reflects on what immigration means to us in the United States.

Lori Ann Reinhall
Jul 22, 20255 min read


Vestnorsk Utvandringssenter, a place for contemporary cultural encounters
The Vestnorsk Utvandringssenter is a perfect cultural destination for locals and tourists alike.

Lori Ann Reinhall
Jul 21, 20255 min read


The Restauration ready to set sail again — and Seattle is ready to celebrate!
On July 4, 2025, the sloop Restauration will set sail from Stavanger, Norway.

Lori Ann Reinhall
Jun 16, 20253 min read


Vågespel: "We're grateful to be part of the journey."
Norwegian women of today bring the stories of Norwegian women of the past in powerful portrayals.

Lori Ann Reinhall
Jun 14, 202513 min read


Sister Cities Seattle and Bergen come together for One Ocean Week
In April, a Seattle delegation took part in Bergen's One Ocean Week to learn and exchange ideas.

Lori Ann Reinhall
Jun 4, 20254 min read


SBSCA Summer Reading Recommendations
The SBSCA presents a list of recommendations for your summer reading pleasure!

Lori Ann Reinhall
Jun 3, 20253 min read
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