UPCOMING EVENTS

Kantele Workshop (session 3)
Jul
30

Kantele Workshop (session 3)

The workshop series is envisioned to be 2-3 sessions, which will cover 1) the history and origins of the Finnish kantele, 2) construction of the instrument, crafting techniques and comparison with similar instruments such as the zither, kannel and kokle, and 3) basic playing instruction, with option for additional one-on-one lessons. The sessions will be 60-90 minutes in length and open to all ages.

If you are interested in participating in the workshops, please contact Paul Rajala at the FCA office, (248) 478 -6939, or email contactus@finnishcenter.org.

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Kantele Workshop (session 2)
Jul
23

Kantele Workshop (session 2)

The workshop series is envisioned to be 2-3 sessions, which will cover 1) the history and origins of the Finnish kantele, 2) construction of the instrument, crafting techniques and comparison with similar instruments such as the zither, kannel and kokle, and 3) basic playing instruction, with option for additional one-on-one lessons. The sessions will be 60-90 minutes in length and open to all ages.

If you are interested in participating in the workshops, please contact Paul Rajala at the FCA office, (248) 478 -6939, or email contactus@finnishcenter.org.

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Nordic Film Series - angry birds
Jul
20

Nordic Film Series - angry birds

Angry Birds (2016), Directed by Clay Kaytis and Fergal Reilly

Flightless birds lead a mostly happy existence, except for Red, who just can’t get past the daily annoyances of life. His temperament leads him to anger management classes, where he meets fellow misfits Chuck and Bomb. Red becomes even more agitated when his feathered brethren welcome green pigs to their island paradise. As the swine begin to get under his skin, Red joins forces with Chuck and Bomb to investigate the real reason behind their mysterious arrival.

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Kantele Workshop (session 1)
Jul
16

Kantele Workshop (session 1)

The workshop series is envisioned to be 2-3 sessions, which will cover 1) the history and origins of the Finnish kantele, 2) construction of the instrument, crafting techniques and comparison with similar instruments such as the zither, kannel and kokle, and 3) basic playing instruction, with option for additional one-on-one lessons. The sessions will be 60-90 minutes in length and open to all ages.

If you are interested in participating in the workshops, please contact Paul Rajala at the FCA office, (248) 478 -6939, or email contactus@finnishcenter.org.

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Nordic Film Series - Hour of the wolf
Jun
22

Nordic Film Series - Hour of the wolf

Hour of the Wolf (2007), directed by Ingmar Bergman and starring Max von Sydow.

On a remote island, a troubled artist feels his mind slipping away from him. Troubled by disturbing visions and paranoid delusions, he and his wife begin to suspect that the haunting memories are the machinations of a bizarre, perverted cult that reside on the other side of the island. The leader of this group may hold the key to the artist’s delusions. This is the only horror film in director Ingmar Berman’s legendary body of work. The film will follow the strawberry social.

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Juhannus
Jun
21
Annual Events

Juhannus

The celebration of the summer solstice, or midsummer, between the 20th and 26th of June. NOTE: In 2025, the FCA will not hold a Juhannus celebration but encourages people to attend the large Juhannus party at Finn Camp, in conjunction with their centennial celebration.

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Restaurant fundraiser at Chopped Olive in Novi
May
6

Restaurant fundraiser at Chopped Olive in Novi

Please plan to dine at Chopped Olive (modern mediterranean cuisine), 47454 Grand River Ave. in Novi between the hours of 12-7 p.m. When you order off the menu, mention to the wait staff that you are supporting the Finnish Center Association. 10% of your bill will come back to FCA to support our capital campaign for improvements to our cultural center. Invite friends! Have a great lunch or dinner and support our fundraising efforts.

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Nordic Heritage Folk Dance Practice
Apr
27

Nordic Heritage Folk Dance Practice

The Nordic Heritage Folk Dance group welcomes both children and adults to come and learn basic steps like polka, waltz, schottische, and other simple to intermediate folk dances. The first hour is a family-style practice where both children and adults learn together. The second hour is more for adults with more challenging steps and routines.

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Adopt-a-Road Litter Pickup
Apr
18
to Apr 19

Adopt-a-Road Litter Pickup

FCA is proud to play a part in cleaning up our local community as part of the Wayne County Adopt-a-Road Program. Each spring FCA volunteers pick up trash on the stretch of Eight Mile Road between I-275 and Farmington Road. This year’s pickup is April 18-19, starting at 10 a.m. each day. Bags and trash pickers/grabbers will be provided in the FCA entrance area. Please bring your own gloves, snacks and water. Bags are left on side of road as they are filled and Wayne County picks them up. Everyone is welcome to help. Bring a friend! Together, we can make a big difference.

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FCA Scholarship deadline
Apr
15

FCA Scholarship deadline

FCA offers a scholarship each year to a deserving college student. The student can be an incoming college freshman, or current undergrad or graduate student. Preference is given to students who are members of FCA or otherwise involved in Finnish cultural organizations or activities. Application deadline is April 15, 2025. Download application

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