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Published in the interest of North Americans of Scandinavian descent • P.O. Box 862 • Minot, ND 58702 • September, 2006 There’s NO place like... NoNorskrsk HøstfesHøstfest!t! The Parade of Flags is a stirring ceremony each day at noon in the Great Hall of the Vikings where each national anthem is sung as the flags are brought to the stage. by Jo Ann Winistorfer Liza lights up the stage comedians Tim Conway and Harvey on Høstfest Eve Korman are “Together Again” (the here’s NO place on earth like Norsk name of their act). Audiences will THøstfest. It’s the only celebration of Things start off with a bang even delight in watching straight-man its kind representing all five Scandina- before Høstfest officially opens. On Korman “crack up” over Conway’s vian countries. And, it’s North Amer- Tuesday, Oct. 10 (Høstfest Eve), award- antics. The duo is scheduled to “act ica’s largest Scandinavian festival. The winning actress-entertainer-singer Liza up” at 1 and again at 7 p.m. during 29th annual Norsk Høstfest takes place Minnelli will thrill audiences with her Høstfest’s final day. Oct. 11-14 in the All-Seasons Arena at energetic, emotion-packed perfor- The Oak Ridge Boys will perform the State Fairgrounds in Minot, with an mance. If they’re lucky, audiences will twice daily on Copenhagen Hall’s evening performance Tuesday, Oct. 10, hear her sing “Over the Rainbow,” a Touchstone Energy® Stage. Don’t miss to kick off the event. song made famous by Liza’s mother, this fabulous foursome as they harmo- Norsk Høstfest president and insti- Judy Garland. Liza lights up the Great nize on such hits as “Bobbie Sue,” gator, Chester Reiten, urges folks to Hall of the Vikings Stage at 7 p.m. “You’re the One in a Million” and attend this year’s celebration of her- “Y’All Come Back Saloon.” itage. “Heritage is like a lighted torch Mixture of music and comedy For the 23rd year, the “Norwegian passed from one generation to the Those who like their music with a cowboy,” Bjøro Haaland, returns to next,” he says. “It now is up to us, the touch of class will relish the Wednes- Høstfest to croon his country tunes. living, to continue to persevere, day, Oct. 11, performance of Neil One of Norway’s top country singers, enhance and pass on our heritage.” Sedaka, pianist-vocalist-songwriter he’ll be sporting his trademark Stetson The 29th anniversary of Høstfest extraordinaire. Neil headlines twice and cowboy boots—not your typical coincides with another anniversary— that day—at 1 and again at 7 p.m. Norwegian get-up. But then, Bjøro’s that of the death of internationally Country music is on tap for Thurs- music isn’t typical Nordic fare, either. acclaimed Norwegian playwright, day and Friday, Oct. 12 and 13. Taking The fans will be there in flocks to hear Henrik Ibsen. Several events at turns on stage are George Jones (1 p.m. this international star sing. Høstfest commemorate Ibsen’s contri- Thursday and 7 p.m. Friday) and Terri Comedy teammates Williams (the butions to the world: an art exhibit, a Clark (7 p.m. Thursday and 1 p.m. “White Guy”) & Ree (the “Indian”) photography show, and Peer Gynt per- Friday). Both are talented tunesters and return to bring their politically incor- formances in Minot-area schools by winners of multiple country music rect humor to Høstfest. Catch their noted Norwegian actress Jeanne Bøe. In awards. hilarious act at 1 and 7 p.m. in Oslo addition, New York actor Rolf Stang Laughter will peal through the Great Hall. will portray Ibsen in the halls of Hall of the Vikings on Saturday, Oct. Høstfest this year. 14. Former “Carol Burnett Show” HØSTFEST, continued on page 4 Page 2 • September, 2006 • SCANDINAVIAN HERITAGE NEWS President’s MESSAGE Scandinavian Heritage News Vol. 19, Issue 37 • September 2006 Courtyard, lo- Smelling the roses cated just east of Published quarterly by by Mark Anderson, president the church. The Scandinavian Heritage Assn. Scandinavian Heritage Association Dedicated in 1020 South Broadway 2002, it is a beau- 701/852-9161 • P.O. Box 862 f we think about it, most of us would tiful and serene Minot, ND 58702 Ihave to admit that our lives are location to relax e-mail: [email protected] busier today than they have ever been. and reflect. Website: scandinavianheritage.org The world is just a busy place, and it In 2003, we seems that it’s spinning faster than it completed the Newsletter Committee used to. We run our kids around, Nordic Pavilion Jo Ann Winistorfer, Chair Mark Anderson for the Arts and attend our grandkids’ games, rush to Al Larson, Lois Matson, meetings and work longer than we Picnic Shelter. The Pavilion has been a place of family Marian Bergan, Eva Goodman, ever imagined we would. Jim Blomberg So, every once in a while, it is good reunions, wedding parties and com- to just stop and reflect. munity celebrations. It has hosted Jo Ann Winistorfer, I have now been an active member artists and performers and has become Editor - 701/487-3312 of the Scandinavian Heritage Asso- a regular venue in the Minot Area [email protected] Council of the Arts’ Arts in the Parks ciation for five years. As I reflect back Al Larson, Publisher – 701/852-5552 on our many accomplishments over the series. past five years, I am filled with a great Hans Christian Andersen nearly sense of pride and satisfaction. comes to life in the park’s newest stat- Looking back to 2001, we completed ue, which was sponsored by the Dan- SCANDINAVIAN HERITAGE construction of and opened to the pub- ish Society. Shari Hamilton of West- ASSOCIATION lic what can only be described as “The hope, N.D., was the sculptor of this 1020 South Broadway • P.O. Box 862 Crown Jewel of Minot,” the Gol Stave magnificent work of art. It was dedicat- Minot, North Dakota 58702 Phone 701/852-9161 Church Museum in Scandinavian ed on Oct. 5, 2004, during an unveiling Heritage Park. The church is a full-size ceremony attended by representatives 2006 OFFICERS replica of the Gol Stave Church, which of the five Scandinavian countries. Mark Anderson. President was moved from Gol, Hallingdal, to In 2005, we purchased and refur- Luther Hanson . Vice President the Folk Museum in Bygdøy Park in bished a home on the west end of the Marion Anderson . Secretary Oslo, Norway, about 100 years ago. park and are now in the process of con- Jerome Jorgenson . Treasurer Painstakingly researched and repro- verting it into what will be the BOARD OF DIRECTORS duced, SHA Park’s Stave Church has Heritage House Museum. The museum will feature various authentic artifacts Three-year terms ending January 2009 become the site of numerous weddings Duane Aase Doralyn Brown and baptisms and has been viewed by of Scandinavian heritage and culture. Robert Whetter Eva Goodman thousands of people from all around It will tell the story of the settlers to Doris Slaaten John Sinn the world. It is truly a wondrous this region and the challenges they Jo Ann Winistorfer achievement, envisioned and champi- encountered. The Heritage House Three-year terms ending January 2008 oned by the late Myron D. Peterson, Museum will be open to the public Mark Anderson Marian Bergan M.D. If you haven’t yet seen the beginning next summer. If you have Ernie Selland Dennis Jacobsen church, make it a point to visit week- artifacts that you would like to donate Lorna Van de Streek James Maragos days during office hours or during the or place on loan, please contact the Lois Matson upcoming Høstfest celebration. SHA Office. (See article on the Heritage Three-year terms ending January 2007 For a quiet, reflective place to enjoy House on page 10 of this issue.) Marion Anderson Carroll Erickson the park, visit the Myron D. Peterson Helen Haaland Luther Hanson ROSES, continued on page 5 Robert Knutson Ann Krause Virgil Rude One-year appointees to January 2007 The State Fair Parade, Terry Peterson Gail Peterson held in late July, was a Christine Campbell Ron Bieri hot affair—110 degrees— Jim Blomberg too hot for armor-clad Ex-Officio Members “Vikings” to walk the even Carroll Erickson, Past President hotter pavement. Instead, Bruce Christenson, Past President Arnie Braaten, Past President they used “wheels” sport- Allen O. Larson, Past President ing the sign: “Columbus Roald Mattson, Past President used a Norwegian map.” George Officer, Past President (Photo courtesy of Jeanne McNea, Office Manager Mark Anderson) SCANDINAVIAN HERITAGE NEWS • September, 2006 • Page 3 From the OFFICE CALENDAR OF EVENTS Volunteers: SHA’s secret of success by Jeanne McNea A special SHA office manager wedding he season for guided tours in the The major Tpark, except for Høstfest week, has impetus behind come to an end, and it has been a very building a replica busy one. We have had many faithful of the Gol Stave volunteers who greet the visitors and Church in Minot tell them about the items in the park. was the late Dr. We are very grateful to the following Myron Peterson, people for sharing their time to do this: a Minot physi- • Helene • Ernie Selland cian. On June 16, Anderson, who • Mary Ann Stoa Jeanne McNea You’ll find Ole and Lena, and lots drove from • Joan Varty 2006, his daugh- of other fun items, in the SHA Mohall almost Substitutes ter Stephany and Gift Shop! (See story on page 5) every week who came many Cody Saunders, both of Minot, were • Marian Askim times included: united in marriage in a ceremony held • Christina • Joel and Sonja in the Gol Stave Church Museum in Campbell Hernes Scandinavian Heritage Park.