Program - Nordic Fest

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Nordic Fest
5 0 yea rs St ro n g
Decorah, Iowa
Norway
Sweden
Iceland
Finland
Denmark
2016
July 28 to 30
www.nordicfest.com
helpful fest information
please join us for opening ceremonies!
Opening Ceremonies will commence at 6:45 p.m. Thursday - Courthouse Square.
First Aid: Notify the Information Center or call 911.
Buy a
Nordic Fest
Button
and be entered to
win $500
Lost & Found: Police Station at City Hall, (563) 382-3667.
Absolutely No Parking along parade route Saturday morning. See map for parade route.
Emergency Parking restrictions strictly enforced.
CASH PRIZES
Open Containers or public consumption of alcoholic beverages outside designated areas is prohibited by
city ordinance - which is strictly enforced.
MAIN INFO CENTER (563) 382-3990 • FIRE/AMBULANCE/POLICE - CALL 911
MAP OF DOWNTOWN DECORAH—located on page 15 of this program.
PUBLIC RESTROOMS—located at Bank of the West Arcade and Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce. Portable
units at various locations around town. See the map on the back of this program. Additional family restrooms
available at Montessori School and First United Methodist Church.
ADDITIONAL PARKING—is available at Luther College Campus. See more information below.
SEVERE WEATHER—In the event of severe weather the community siren will run for at least three minutes,
please take shelter at the closest available building. Consult a member of the Board for additional assistance and
direction.
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Nordic Fest
5 0 yea rs St ro n g
Decorah, Iowa
programs, general information
& nordic fest merchandise
Main Information Center—Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce, 507 W. Water Street, (563) 382-3990.
Open Thursday-Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
• Check-in point for Group Tours
• Troll Walk tickets
• Tickets for Church Dinners
• General information, sporting event registration
• First Aid
• Nisse on the Trail maps
• Fest Button & Program sales
• 50th Anniversary Books
• Frequent Shuttle Service between Main Information Center and Luther College. No charge, courtesy
of Luther College. Times posted at College Union and shuttles run on regular basis throughout the
duration of the Fest.
Sons of Norway Information Tent—District 1 Sons of Norway information tent located in front of Donlon
HealthMart, 201 W. Water St. Open regular Nordic Fest hours.
2016 July 28 to 30
Five $500 winners will be drawn.
One Thursday night, two Friday night
and two Saturday night.
Present winning button to chamber office
before September 1, 2016.
Winning numbers will be posted in
local media and on Nordic Fest Facebook page.
All proceeds from button sales
go to support Nordic Fest.
Thank you for your contribution.
46th Annual
Nordic Fest Medals
Official Nordic Fest Merchandise—Official Nordic Fest Merchandise may be purchased at the Decorah Area
Chamber of Commerce. Nordic Fest merchandise includes: shirts, kids items, can coolies, buttons and more.
Beverage Garden Entertainment—There will be a $5.00 cover for Beverage Garden entertainment Friday and
Saturday evenings. Buy your wristband Friday night and leave it on for admittance Saturday night!
Downtown Transportation
DECORAH TROLLEY­—The trolley will offer six pick up locations throughout downtown
Decorah and will run a continuous loop. Friday and Saturday noon - 5:00 p.m. Specific
locations are pinpointed on the fest map.
FREE PARKING SHUTTLE—
Luther College will offer a free van shuttle to and from Luther’s central campus
to allow fest goers convenient parking at any campus parking lot. Van shuttles run Friday and Saturday
from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. Downtown pick up/drop off location is near Vesterheim on Water Street and the
Luther pick up/drop off location is in front of Dahl Centennial Union on campus.
HOTEL TRANSPORTATION—
Provided by EARL
To ensure everyone’s safe enjoyment of Nordic Fest, the use of bicycles, skateboards, scooters, roller skates and roller
blades, snap and pop or firework devices are prohibited in designated Fest areas. Dogs and other pets must be on
leashes, and Decorah’s Animal Waste Ordinance will be enforced. All golf carts must be licensed official Nordic Fest
vehicle. No other carts are allowed in official Nordic Fest areas. —Thank you in advance for your cooperation
Copyright © 2016 Nordic Fest Board. All rights reserved. No part of this program may be used or reproduced in any manner whatsoever without the written permission if the Nordic Fest Board. Printed at
Anundsen Publishing Company.
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For the 50th Nordic Fest the annual tradition of
Nordic Fest Medallions will again be available for
purchase. Medals are available in .999 fine silver,
gold plated and antique bronze while supplies
last. The 2016 medal features the Nordic Fest
“Rock Throw” which is held each year during the
Fest. Medals may be purchased during the Fest at
the Nordic Fest Medals booth located at the corner
of Water St. and Court St. or by mail at: Nordic Fest
Medals, 2166 Pole Line Road, Decorah, IA 52101 or
by email at ddtrytten@gmail.com.
Nordic Fest 2016 Honorees­
A
s Nordic Fest celebrates its 50th year it seems
fitting that the people who receive the greatest
honor bestowed during the Fest are the people
who have made the Fest what it is and those who
have kept the Fest going strong for five decades.
The Grand Marshal title is bestowed on a person or group
who has in some way given to our community. This year’s
recipients are those who both founded and continued the
time honored tradition of Nordic Fest. The original founders
of Nordic Fest were Decorah Jaycees, Vesterheim, Gary
Svenson, Jerry Aulwes, Harry Olson, Mike Dahly, Darrell
Pierce, Marion Nelson and Phyllis Leseth. This team set two
goals for their Nordic Fest: celebrating all the wonderful
community spirit of Decorah as well as Decorah’s Norwegian
Photo courtsey of Nordic Fest archives
heritage centered around a non-commercial festival. It is
their efforts that began the area’s largest community festival
that draws people from all over the world. However, their efforts had to be passed along to others. For fifty years, volunteers have stepped forward to
serve on the board and in the important leadership role of Board President. They have continued the vision and tradition of the Fest and kept it thriving
all of this time. It is in these efforts that we recognize all of these individuals living and passed as this year’s Grand Marshal.
The honor of Flag Recipient is given to someone who has done a lot for Nordic Fest. For the past 50 years, this has not been a celebration put on by just
a few people, but thousands of community members who give their time,
energy and talent to the Fest. These community members have prepared
food, served church dinners, staffed food booths, set-up, cleaned up and
participated in the Fest itself. It is through these efforts that the vision to be
a celebration of Decorah’s community spirit that the Fest has continued all of
this time. It is through the effort of everyone here who welcomes these guests
from all over the world for their time in this community. It is also the reason
that the honor of this year’s Flag Recipient goes to all of you. Thank you for
being a part of Nordic Fest then, now and into the future.
Support Nordic Fest with this delicious
Norwegian treat and bottled water sold in
front of the Oneota Community Co-op
Kitchen Classroom
Norwegian National Anthem
Ja, vi elsker dette landet (Yes we love this country)
Ja, vi elsker dette landet
som det stiger frem,
furet, vaerbitt, over vannet,
med de tusen hjem.
Elsker, elsker det og tenker
på vår far og mor
og den saganatt som senker
drømme på vår jord.
og den saganatt som senker
drømme på vår jord.
Yes, we love this country
as it rises forth,
rugged, weathered, above the sea,
with the thousands of homes.
Love, love it and think
of our father and mother
and the saga night that sends
dreams to our earth.
and the saga night that sends
dreams to our earth.
Photo by Chip Peterson Photography
Official
Nordic Fest Lefse
Cindy Schissel/Tom Houdek-Co-Presidents
Nikki Brevig-Vice President
Pat Seckar-Secretary
Josh Giddings-Treasurer
Charlene Selbee-Advertising
Linda Wolfs/ Chris Hick-Arts & Craft Show
Laurie Meinholz-Buttons and Programs
Laura Lemke-BEVERAGE GARDEN
Thomas Houdek-Entertainment
Ashley Klocke-Food
Julie Shockey Trytten-Lefse
Lori Pierce-Membership
Sue Sander-Merchandise
Gary Rustad/Jenna Haynes-Parade
Randy Schissel-Physical Management
Ben Harman-Sporting Events
Ann Kephart-Nordic Dancers
Dwayne Lundvedt-Nordic Dancers
Ex-Officio
Nikki Brevig-Decorah Area Chamber
of Commerce
Bill Nixon-Decorah Police
Darin Svenson-Historian
Don Berg-Luren Singers & Sons of
Norway
Martha Griesheimer- Vesterheim
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About the Entertainers
BEVERAGE GARDEN
$5 COVER CHARGE FOR BEVERAGE GARDEN ENTERTAINMENT FOR FRIDAY
AND SATURDAY NIGHT. ONE WRISTBAND WILL GET YOU IN FOR BOTH
NIGHTS AVAILABLE AT THE GATE.
THURSDAY LOCAL APPRECIATION NIGHT—Join us after opening ceremonies
from 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. for an energizing performance by Absolute Hoot. Free
gate, local brews and wines available for sale, and a celebration of this year’s FLAG
RECIPIENT…THE COMMUNITY OF DECORAH will take place thanking all past and
present community members for their support of festing for fifty years!
Absolute Hoot (Thursday 8:00 p.m.)—A serious passion for music, some
seriously talented musicians and one, big, not-so-serious band personality makes
Absolute Hoot an absolute must-see!
TIME MACHINE (Friday 8:00 p.m.)—Time Machine
is a high-energy “Tribute” project like you’ve never
seen before. Playing four sets per night, each set is
a different genre of music. It’s basically four tribute
bands in one night! The evening will consist of
danceable “Classic & Current Country” (Whiskey River)
- “70’s Disco” (Night Fever) - “80’s Pop” (Pop Starz) - and music
from the top “80’s Hair Bands” (Hair Force).
CHRIS AVEY AND JENI GROUWS (Saturday 7:00 p.m.)—This
Midwestern acoustic duo met at a blues jam in the Quad Cities a
year ago and they’ve been having a blast ever since! Chris Avey
and Jeni Grouws play blues, country, and old, new & indie rock
featuring songs you know and originals you’ll love!
ANTHONY GOMES (Saturday 9:00 p.m.)—“A very talented
guitarist...and where did that voice come from?” - B.B, King The
Toronto singer/songwriter/guitarist, Anthony Gomes, has
been creating virtuosic, burning blues since his recorded
debut in 1998. Twelve releases and numerous awards
and ecstatic accolades later, the aptly-named, riff-laden
Electric Field Holler crackles with his bare wires passion.
Anthony Gomes sings and plays with integrity and deeply
felt emotion oblivious to fortune and fashion. The resulting
music is a blazing cathartic experience radiating therapeutic
heat for body and soul.
2Tall4U—Each standing 6’ 6” tall, Kurt Bearinger and Jake Doty are 2Tall4U. They have
been playing music together since meeting at Luther College in 2011. They play a wide
variety of music including country, acoustic rock, and your favorite hits from the 80s, 90s,
and early 2000s.
ACE JONES— Solo acoustic act performing originals and current covers from Cedar
Rapids, IA.
AMERICAN STANDARD—American Standard is a high energy, good time rock and roll
band that covers music from the 60s to current while putting some of their spin on the
classics. American Standard’s members have decades of experience and have opened for
Static X, Psychostick, Quiet Riot, and Firehouse.
BALLOONS BY KEVIN—Balloons by Kevin is the Midwest’s premier balloon artist
providing twisting entertainment, balloon arches, storefront/event decor, custom photo
ops, deliveries, balloon drops and releases, and much more for 100s of events. I am
incredibly grateful for a job I love and to make memories for individuals and families and
to help people discover their inner child.
Bunad Show—Scandinavian Folk Costume show featuring a beautiful collection of
authentic Norwegian costumes located at the Hotel Winneshiek in the air conditioned
Steyer Opera House.
CBB JAZZ COMBO—Members of the Chatfield Brass
Band formed this group in 2011 and decided to bring
some “jazzy” swing tunes to venues around the area.
They do “classic big band music”, thus the name CBB
Jazz Combo, which includes some blues and bebop.
It’s an easy going, fun group of guys who have been
playing music for many years and find the variety of jazz
standards and improvising fun and challenging.
DECORAH DRUMLINE—Middle school, high school and alumni drumline members will
perform along with some large and small group pieces from the past year.
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ERIK SESSIONS AND JOHN GOODIN—Erik Sessions (violin)
and John Goodin (mandolin & guitar) regularly perform
together in a variety of settings, most notably with the
nationally known folk dance band Contratopia. In the Decorah
area they frequently perform as a duo at weddings, social
events and concerts. Erik & John enjoy playing a mixture
of fiddle music from various traditions and, in addition to
American, Celtic and original fiddle tunes, they will
feature of number of Scandinavian and ScandinavianAmerican tunes at this year’s Nordic Fest.
EULENSPIEGEL PUPPETS—Eulenspiegel Puppet Theatre
is Midwestern company organized to promote the
art of puppetry by producing and presenting highquality performances and workshops. The company
is committed to educating the public about the arts,
serving as a center for the exchange of ideas, and
enhancing the quality of community life.
FOOT-NOTES—What can we say after last year’s
schottische with 1,881 confirmed dancers?
Foot-Notes celebrates Nordic Fest with a big ol’
community street dance both Friday and Saturday
nights, including waltz, polka, schottische and twosteps. Playing traditional dance tunes on fiddle,
guitar, mandolin, and bass, Foot-Notes have been
entertainers at Nordic Fest for 25 years.
GOOD FRIENDS­­—Toe tapping bluegrass and
classic country that brings back memories.
GRASS RUN BAND—From La Crosse, WI
and Calmar, IA, these 4 friends easily share
vocals and rotate among traditional acoustic
instruments, including: a couple of guitars, a
resophonic guitar or “dobro”, a fiddle, a banjo, a
doghouse bass, 3 mandolins, an autoharp, and a
mountain dulcimer!
HELEN JOHNSON—Helen Johnson is a local singer-songwriter who
will be a senior at Decorah High School this fall. She sings a variety of
covers, from popular songs to musicals and everything in between.
She also writes her own original music and lyrics on piano and guitar.
THE HOMESTEAD ACT­—The Homestead Act specializes in taking true
tales from history - full of depravity, folly, and vice - and presenting
them as melodies for inspiration, amusement, and occasional
learning. The Decorah duo of teacher Michelle Lynn and
historical restoration artisan Adam Ptacek enjoy playing music
throughout the summer and welcome occasional talented
guests.
JASON HUNEKE—Jason has performed his “G” rated Comedy
Juggling Show in over 1,000 cities all over the country. He
is a headliner on Carnival Cruise Lines, and has entertained
companies such as Harley Davidson, Disney, Bayer, Pfizer,
Hormel and Purina. Over the past 10 years of Jason’s career,
he has had the privilege of meeting and performing at events
with The Newsboys, Switchfoot, Jars of Clay, LeAnn Rimes, Kat
DeLuna, Joe Nichols, Wynonna Judd, and many others. You
may have seen a clip of his Michael Jackson Dance Routine on
America’s Got Talent in 2008, but Jason’s original comedy and
juggling are what set his act apart.
JIM BUSTA BAND WITH MOLLIE B—The Jim Busta Band has
been performing for over 35-years. Their music is a mix of polkas,
waltzes, and other two-step numbers featuring many vocals with
lead singers Mollie B and Chad Busta. Mollie B, Jim’s daughter, is
nationally known in the polka world and has her own televison
show on RFD-TV, “The Mollie B Polka Party.” She also performs in Branson, Missouri - “The
Mollie B Christmas Special.” The Jim Busta Band has produced six recordings, and several
DVD’s.
KYLE AND DAVE—Performing an eclectic blend of traditional and modern Norwegian
folk music, making them Nordic Fest favorites for nearly two decades. They are also
regulars on the Midwest festival circuit, performing this year for Chicago’s Norwegian
National League Syttende Mai Parade, and for the Scandinavian Park Festival September
11 in South Elgin, Illinois.
About the Entertainers
Luren Singers—The oldest Norwegian-American
male chorus in continuous existence in the US singing
Norwegian national songs and popular American
repetoire.
MILES ADAMS BAND—The Miles Adams Band plays a
variety of musical styles and is a very dance-able band.
They set out to make the audience have fun. No one
goes away grumpy.
Nordic Dancers—A unique group of folk dancers
that help us remember the traditional folk dances of
Scandinavia. The Nordic Dancers consist of two groups
of area students; the Junior Nordic Dancers and the
Senior Nordic Dancers and are accompanied by the
Nordic Dancers Orchestra.
THE OK FACTOR—The OK Factor is a progressive
folk duo comprised of Olivia Diercks on cello and Karla
Dietmeyer on violin. Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota,
The OK Factor writes original music influenced by various
genres and styles, and performs and conducts educational
workshops primarily across the Midwest. Though they
are both classically trained musicians, their passion lies in
stretching the limits of their instruments, and encouraging
others to do so, as well. They are excited to announce the
release of their fourth studio album, “That’s Enough of That”, to
be released in August 2016.
OLE & LENA’S 50TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY AND VOW
RENEWAL—Lena saw a couple renew their vows on Dr. Phil
and immediately decides that’s what she and Ole are going
to do for their 50th wedding anniversary. But the only thing
on Ole’s mind these days is the Lodge’s upcoming ice fishing
tournament, and how he and his neighbor, Sven, are going
to win the “whole deal.” Will Lena get Ole to the altar to renew
his vows? Will Ole talk Sven into getting him out of having
to go through with the ceremony so they can both fish in
the tournament? Find out in this wonderfully warm hearted
comedy about love, marriage, family and growing old together.
For over 15 years the Ole & Lena Theater Company as been
making people laugh across the upper Midwest with anyone of
their seven original interactive two-act plays. Written by Mike
and Julie Bateson, this creative husband and wife team truly
bring Ole & Lena to life.
RIVERBEND DUTCHMEN—Formed in 2009, Kris and the
Riverbend Dutchmen blend an up-tempo beat with
traditional Dutchmen style polka music made famous
by so many of the great Dutchmen bands from
Minnesota and Wisconsin. Bandleader Kris Keltgen has
been performing old-time music since the age of four
and has played with numerous bands over the years.
The band plays regularly at ballrooms, fairs and festivals
across the upper-Midwest. The band has had numerous
nation- wide television appearances and their music can be heard on radio stations with
polka programming across North America.
RIVER DAYS—Four readers and two musicians, tell the firsthand story of early settlers,
commercial fishermen, and towboat captains on the Mississippi based on the book of
the same name that’s sold over 2,000 copies.
ROCHESTER AREA ACCORDION BAND—
The Rochester Area Accordion Band brings
“Freshly Squeezed Music” to Nordic Fest! The
Band has been active since 1998 with the
14 accordionists playing a variety of music
from old popular songs, classical, sing-along,
the usually expected polkas, and many
Scandinavian favorites.
Square Dancers with Les LaLone, caller—Dancers from Iowa, Wisconsin and
Minnesota will be doing modern western square dancing as well as some line and round
dancing.
THE SILOS— The Silos are a group of four Luther College alumni, featuring Dave
Swenson, Austin Swenson, Jake Doty, and Kurt Bearinger. They are an energetic group,
playing your favorite classics from the 60s, 70s, and 80s. They are looking forward to
being back in the town of their alma mater to play music!
STEVE BELAY AND FRIENDS—Steve Belay is a singer
and guitarist who came to Decorah for the camping
and canoeing and never left. More comfortable
leading songs around a campfire than standing in the
spotlight, he will entertain you with songs that you
thought you may have forgotten but find that you still
know by heart. Clapping, swaying and singing along
are strongly encouraged. He is usually joined by some
very talented friends who will amaze you with their
vocal magic!
Stix of Fury—Stix of Fury is a private
drumline and color guard made up of
students in 6th through 12th grade within
the Blooming Prairie School District. It is
a non-profit organization put together to
teach students discipline and responsibility
while allowing them to show their talents
in the field of percussion. The drumline
and color guard perform at many events
throughout the summer allowing students
the opportunity to be a part of something they can remember and cherish for a
limetime.
THE TROLLERI PLAYERS—*Trolleri* - is Nordic for “Magical Fun.” The Trolleri Players”
are the dynamic combination of performers David Braddock and Josette Antomarchi.
The Trolleri’s have worked their high-energy, interactive brand of Nordic Magic at the
American Swedish Institute in Minneapolis, The Hjemkomst festival of Fargo/Moorhead &
The Norsk Høstfest of Minot as well as countless schools and culture clubs in Minnesota
and North Dakota.
VIDAR SKREDE AND RANDY GOSA— Vidar Skrede, originally from Rogaland in Norway,
performs with guitarist Randy Gosa of Milwaukee. Both are accomplished traditional
musicians. They present Norwegian and Scandinavian music centered around the
Norwegian Hardanger fiddle.
THE VON TREWIN FAMILY SINGERS—Trewin family children providing an array of
musical fusion that fits the theme of the Nostalgic Nordic summer nights. We are
musicians molded by Decorah’s community and programs. We hope to distribute the
very same happiness and joy we experience during our performance to the people of
the audience!
entertainers at vesterheim
Oneota Film Festival Presents—A Film from Norway and our own Driftless: A
Film About Decorah, By Decorah. The Oneota
Film Festival brings together hundreds of film
enthusiasts in scenic Northeast Iowa to enjoy
award-winning films.
Skjaldborg—This group from Elk Horn, Ia.,
will present their Viking encampment and will
entertain throughout the day with full Viking
combat demonstrations. Skjaldborg means
“fortress of shields.”
Quilts of Valor
A national program that presents quilts in patriotic colors
and designs to American Veterans. Quilts of Valor will be presented to local veterans at
2:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday during Nordic Fest.
The presentations are open to the public and
will take place in the Middle School Gym.
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Entertainment
All performances are at no charge unless otherwise noted.
There is a $5 cover charge for Beverage Garden entertainment for Friday and Saturday night. One wristband will get you in for both nights.
Entertainment is subject to change. Main Information Center at the Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce will post any changes.
thursday, july 28, opening ceremonies:
Time
Canopy 1
Water & Washington St
Canopy 2
Water & Court St
Canopy 3
Water & Mechanic St
Beverage Garden
Other Locations
River and Day Spring Lane
Courthouse Square
Main St
Opening Ceremonies 6:45 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
including performances by Luren Singers and Nordic Dancers
along with introductions of Board of Directors, Grand Marshal
and Flag Recipient as well as Flag and Bunad presentations
7:00 p.m
Balloons with Kevin
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Corner of Water and
Washington
8:00 p.m
9:00 p.m
Kyle and Dave
Jim Busta Band
with Mollie B
Good Friends
Absolute Hoot
10:00 p.m
Photo courtesy of Bre Pierce
friday, july 29:
Time
10:00 a.m.
10:30 a.m.
Canopy 1
Water & Washington St
12:00 p.m.
Canopy 3
Water & Mechanic St
Beverage Garden
River and Day Spring Lane
Jim Busta Band
w/Mollie B
2:00 p.m.
2:30 p.m.
3:30 p.m.
CBB Jazz Combo
Kyle and Dave
4:00 p.m.
4:30 p.m.
5:00 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
Photo courtsey of Decorah Newspapers
OK Factor
Ace Jones
Jason Huneke
ArtHaus
Kids Arts and Crafts
9:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Folk Art School
Demonstrations
NE Montessori
Water Games
3:30 p.m.
A Film from Norway
and our own Driftless: A
Film About Decorah, By
Decorah
Bethania Church
across from Vesterheim
on Mill St
11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Water St between River
and Mechanic
Ole and Lena’s 50th
Wedding Anniversary
1:00, 3:00 & 5:00 p.m.
DHS Auditorium
The Trolleri Players
1:00-7:00 p.m.
wandering
entertainment
Steve Belay and
Friends
6:30 p.m.
Square Dancing
with Les LaLone
Luren Singers
7:00 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
8:00 p.m.
8:30 p.m.
9:00 p.m.
9:30 p.m.
10:00 p.m.
10:30 p.m.
11:00 p.m.
11:30 p.m.
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Vesterheim
1:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Corner of Water and
Washington
Nordic Dancers
11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Grass Run Band
6:00 p.m.
Main St
9:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Activities in Vesterheim’s
Open Air Division
Skjaldborg Viking
Encampment
Balloons by Kevin
Jason Huneke
1:00 p.m.
3:00 p.m.
Courthouse Square
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Decorah Middle School
The Homestead Act
12:30 p.m.
1:30 p.m.
Other Locations
Arts & Crafts Center
Helen Johnson
11:00 a.m.
11:30 a.m.
Canopy 2
Water & Court St
Nordic Dancers
American Standard
2Tall4U
Chris Avey and
Jeni Grows
Time Machine
Foot- Notes
Saturday, July 30:
Time
Canopy 1
Water & Washington St
Canopy 2
Water & Court St
Canopy 3
Water & Mehanic St
Beverage Garden
River and Day Spring Lane
Other Locations
Courthouse Square
Vesterheim
Arts & Crafts Center
Stix of Fury
Balloons by Kevin
Decorah Drumline
9:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Activities in
Vesterheim’s Open Air
Division
Skjaldborg Viking
Encampment
Main St
10:30 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
11:30 a.m.
12:00 p.m.
Photo courtsey of Decorah Newspapers
10:00 a.m.
grand parade
12:30 p.m.
Rochester Area
Accordion Band
1:00 p.m.
1:30 p.m.
2:00 p.m.
2:30 p.m.
3:00 p.m.
3:30 p.m.
4:00 p.m.
Eulenspiegel
Puppets
1:00 p.m.
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Decorah Middle School
Riverbend
Dutchmen
1:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Corner of Water and
Washington
Sal Fink, Cafish
Wranger
2:30 p.m.
John Goodin and
Erik Sessions
Music Workshop
3:45 p.m.
ArtHaus
Kids Arts and Crafts
1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
In The Mirror
NE Montessori
Water Games
4:30 p.m.
5:00 p.m.
OK Factor
5:30 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Water St between River
and Mechanic
The Van Trewin
Family Singers
River Days
1:00 & 3:00 p.m.
United Methodist
Church
Helen Johnson
6:30 p.m.
Chris Avey and
Jeni Grouws
7:30 p.m.
8:00 p.m.
The Silos
Foot-Notes
Nordic Dancers
Ole and Lena’s 50th (rain location Decorah
Middle School)
Wedding Anniversary
The Trolleri Players
9:00 a.m. -3:00 p.m.
wandering
entertainment
9:30 p.m.
10:30 p.m.
2:00 p.m.
Steyer Opera House at
Hotel Winneshiek
2:00 & 4:00 p.m.
DHS Auditorium
The Miles Adams
Band
9:00 p.m.
10:00 p.m.
Vidar Skrede and
Randy Gosa
3:30 p.m.
A Film from Norway
and our own Driftless: A
Film About Decorah, By
Decorah
Bethania Church
across from
Vesterheim on Mill St
Bunad Show
7:00 p.m.
8:30 p.m.
Lutefisk Contest
after the parade - 5:00 p.m.
Folk Art School
Demonstrations
fireworks
Anthony Gomes
fireworks
11:00 p.m.
11:30 p.m.
NORDIC FEST
ARTS & CRAFTS CENTER
Saturday, July 30:
Fireworks 10:00 p.m.
Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Fireworks ­— Amazing fireworks display along
the Upper Iowa River. Seating at athletic fields
near city hall.
Many exhibitors of arts and crafts.
Decorah Middle School, 405 Winnebago St. No charge.
Future Nordic Fest Dates
NEW THIS YEAR­—VOTE FOR THE 2 BEST BOOTH DISPLAYS!
July 27-29, 2017 JULY 26-28, 2018
JULY 25-27, 2019
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Food & Demonstrations
Various locations around town. See the map below and on page 15 of this program.
Vendors will be seving Thursday 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., Friday and Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Food is subject to availability.
1. Baked goods, lemonade and coffee—Located inside the Middle
School at the Arts and Craft Fair. Sponsored by Fuel Youth Group of Stone
Ridge Church.
8. Lefse—Times for demonstrations will be posted. Located at the Oneota
Co-op Kitchen Classroom, 312 W. Water Street. Sponsored by Nordic Fest
Board.
2. Bratwurst, kraut, hot dogs, sweet soup,
caramel apple slices, lemonade, pop and
bottled water—Located near Hammel
Jewelers, 108 W. Water Street. Sponsored by
Sunflower Child Development Center.
9. Limonade—Sponsored by Girl Scouts of
Eastern Iowa, Oneota Service Unit.
10. Lingonberry Saft and Slushies—
Lingonberry juice drinks and slush drinks.
Located near Red Roxy Quilts 415 W. Water
Street. Sponsored by Kinderhaus.
3. Grilled steak or roast beef sandwiches,
locally raised and processed hamburgers,
beverage, Spring Grove soda, bottled
water and beverages with ice—Shade
and seating available. Located at the 400
block of River Street next to Decorah Middle
School. Sponsored by Winneshiek County
Cattlemen’s Association.
11. Moo-Mobile Malts—Strawberry,
chocolate & vanilla and many other flavors.
Located near the Oneota Community Co-op,
312 W. Water Street. Sponsored by Decorah
FFA and Boosters.
12. Nisse Nitrofreeze (lingonberry ice
cream) and popcorn—Located by Hacker
Nelson on Water Street. Sponsored by the
Lions Club.
Photo courtsey of Decorah Newspapers
4. Ice cream waffles, ice cream sundaes—
Located near 212 W. Water Street. Sponsored
by Luther College Athletics—Women’s Basketball.
13. Norwegian Meatballs­—Serving meatballs, chips, beverages and
bottled water. Located near J Tupy’s, 211 W. Water Street. Sponsored by
Decorah High School Cross Country Teams.
5. Jarlesburgers (beef patties with Jarlesberg cheese) and Vegetarian
Jarlesburgers (veggie patties with Jarlesberg cheese), chips, soda and
water. Also offering “Woof-Da” dog watering station with free dog treats.
Located by Sundance Travel, 401 W. Water Street. Sponsored by Humane
Society of Northeast Iowa.
14. Pork chops on a stick, pop, water—Located near Your Place, 307 W.
Water Street. Sponsored by Winneshiek Co. Community of Hope.
15. Rosette & Rømmegrøt—Located near Smock’s Barbershop, 220 W.
Water Street. Sponsored by Canoe Ridge Lutheran Church.
6. Kringla (Soft buttermilk cookies)—Located near T-Bock’s, 210 W. Water
Street. Sponsored by Glenwood Lutheran Church Women.
16. Rosettes, kringle, sandbakkels, krumkake, Gatorade, lemonade,
iced tea, bottled water—Located near Happiness Is, 121 W. Water Street.
Sponsored by Nordic Dancers.
7. Krumkake—Demonstrations in Bank of the West Lobby, 120 W. Water
Street. Sales in booth in front of Bank of the West. Samples and recipes
available. Krumkake means “curved cake.” These are baked on a special
iron and rolled into a cone shape while still hot. Sponsored by Good
Shepherd Lutheran Church.
17. Varme Pølse, soda pop, bottled water—Located near Yesterday &
Today’s Antiques, 109 W. Water Street. Sponsored by Xi Zeta Omicron
Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority.
Food Booth Locations
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“Must See” Attractions
We invite you to enjoy the Decorah area’s many attractions.
For a complete listing visit
www.visitdecorah.com.
living folk art traditions
at vesterheim
EXHIBITIONS
In Main Building: Woodworking; rosemaling (decorative painting); bunader
(festive costumes); the 25-ft. ship TradeWind; silver; fine art; furniture; press
gallery; church gallery; military gallery.
In Open Air Division: 12 historic buildings. Buildings open noon to 4:00 p.m.
Friday and Saturday. Tour on your own, no charge.
Bily Clocks Museum
Decorah Fish Hatchery
Laura Ingalls Wilder
Park & Museum
Locust School Museum
Porter House Museum
Seed Savers Exchange
Trout Run Trail
Vesterheim
Norwegian-American Museum
Special exhibition: National Exhibition of Folk Art in the Norwegian Tradition
Showcasing the finest contemporary American artists working in the
Norwegian tradition. Many pieces are for sale by silent auction. Bids must
be submitted by 4 p.m. Saturday, July 30. Visit the exhibition for details.
Sponsored by Decorah Bank & Trust.
Special exhibition: From Tradition to Protest: Lila Nelson’s Weaving Life.
DEMONSTRATIONS, DISPLAYS, AND SALES
9:00a.m.-5:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Vesterheim Museum Store: Open 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Thursday through Saturday.
Sweaters, jewelry, folk art, cooking supplies, books, and more.
Meal Locations
Indoor seated meal venues
Dining Locations at Luther College
Luther College Cafeteria, lower level Dahl Centennial Union- All-you-can eat
breakfast 7:00 - 8:30 a.m. $6.50
Friday, July 29:
Smørgåsbord - Decorah Lutheran Church, 309 Winnebago St. 5:00pm - 7:00pm.
Menu: Norwegian meatballs, mashed potatoes, gravy, herring (sild), green beans,
coleslaw, relish tray, lefse, rolls ,sweet soup, rømmegrºt, cheese, Norwegian cookies,
coffee, milk. Adults, $13; children under 10, $6. Air-conditioned dining room and
handicap accessible. Tickets are available at the church office and the Chamber of
Commerce. Bus tours welcome! Call Decorah Lutheran at (563)-382-3601.
Saturday, July 30:
Pannekake (Pancake) Breakfast —  All you can eat pancakes with sausage and
beverage. $5.00 per person. 6:30 - 9:30 a.m. 400 Claiborne Dr., Fire Department, City
Hall Building. Sponsored by Decorah Fire Department.
Build Your Own Taco/Taco Salad Buffet—First UMC, 302 W Broadway (just off
Courtyard Square). Saturday from 11:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. Menu: salsa beef, fajita
chicken, vegetarian bean medley, and norwegian salmon or whitefish with dill
mustard sauce (all are gluten free); plus refried beans, mexican rice, tomatoes, onion,
green peppers, banana peppers, jalapenos, green/black olives, mushrooms, lettuce,
cheese, sour cream, guacamole, and a variety of salsas. White or wheat flour tortillas
(baked or fried shells or soft); corn tortillas (hard shell or soft); fried lefse salad shells.
A large spacious air conditioned nursery/playroom will be available Thursday, Friday
and Saturday at First UMC for nursing mothers and parents of small children. Parent/
Adult supervision required.
Norwegian Dinner — First Lutheran Church, 604 W. Broadway. Air conditioned and
handicap accessible. Saturday July 30, 4:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. with reserved seating
times. Meatballs, ham, herring, glazed carrots, parsley potatoes, cheeses, lefse,
salads, sweet soup, rømmegrøt, Norwegian pastries, beverages. Adults $13; Children
10 & under $6. Advance tickets may be purchased at the church office and the
Chamber of Commerce after July 20. On Friday and Saturday, the remaining tickets
are available at the Chamber office until 3:00 p.m. and then at the church beginning
at 3:30 p.m. Groups welcome! Call First Lutheran at 563-382-2638.
We invite you to enjoy the Decorah area’s many restaurants. For a complete listing
visit www.decorahareachamber.com or visit the main information center.
Book Signing: With Lauraine Snelling, best-selling author of over 80
Norwegian-American pioneers books, including the Red River of the North
series. Saturday - 9:00-11:00 a.m. and 12:003:00 p.m. in the Museum Store.
Trunk Show: Nordic-inspired wool blankets
and clothing by Laurie Jacobi, award-winning
textile designer from Minnesota.
Norwegian artists: Rosemaler Turid Helle
Fatland and fiber artist Britt Solheim making
sheepskin coverlets.
Viking artisans: Flax processing and Viking
jewelry making.
Vesterheim Ribbon-Winning Rosemalers
Sales Shop: Staffed by Nisse Rosemalers,
Postville, Ia.
Country Gallery Antiques: Specializing in
Scandinavian antiques—textiles, jewelry,
decorated woodenware, sewing
tools, kitchenware, prints, and
painted furniture.
Oneota Weavers and Spinners
Guild Sales Shop: Hand-felted
Santas and Christmas ornaments/
figures, hand-woven rugs, scarves/
shawls, table runners, and more.
Folk Art School Demonstrators:
Students and instructors of
Vesterheim’s Folk Art School demonstrate a variety of folk arts.
Living Heritage Demonstrators: Blacksmithing, knifeblade forging,
leatherwork, chairmaking, dovetail
chest making, wood carving, pottery,
and figure carving.
Woodcut Prints: By Carl Homstad.
Music Demonstation: Psalmodikon
(stringed instrument)
Ropemaking: By Dick Enstad.
Vesterheim Raffle: Folk Art Raffle of a
bowl with rosemaling by Norwegian
artist Turid Helle Fatland. Tickets on
sale at Vesterheim. Drawing at 3 p.m. on Saturday.
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Area Tours
Sporting Events
The Ultimate Norseman Competition—Athletics play an important role in the
Scandinavian cultures. Strength, stamina and a strong stomach are all traits of the gods.
Festers who participate in the three Saturday events of the Elvelopet 15k run, Rock Throw,
and the famed Lutefisk eating contest will have their results combined to face off with
other Ultimate Norseman! The top Ole (men’s) and Lena(women’s) division winners will
receive a custom Grizzly Cooler!
Elveløpet—The River Run, 5K walk/run, 15K run starts at 7:30
a.m. Saturday. • 5k - $30 - ($35 late registration) • 15k - $35 - ($45
late registration) • 13 and under $25 - ($35 late registration). Early
Registration ends at Noon on Friday, July 29th. Late registration accepted
Friday 6:00-9:00 p.m., City Hall and Saturday 6:30-7:00 a.m.
Beverage Garden.
Kanoløpet—Sign up for some fun along the beautiful Upper
Iowa River. The Kaneløpet is a canoe race from OFF The Driftless, 2012 Pulpit Rock Road
to the Twin Bridges located on 5th Street. The race will have two divisions determined by
the combined ages of the participants in each canoe. For canoes with a combined age
of participants (2/canoe max) 35 and under will be in the youth division, while 36 and
up will compete in the adult division. The first canoe to pass under the Twin Bridges will
be declared the winner. The race will begin at 6:30 p.m on Friday. Registrations may be
completed at the Chamber of Commerce and must be completed by 5:00 p.m on Friday.
Cost is $30 per person and includes canoe, life jackets and paddles. Those who provide
their own canoe may enter for $20.
Lutefisk Eating Contest—At the Courthouse Square, Saturday 3:00
p.m. Put your lutefisk eating skills to the test in this competition. No
registration or fee just show up ready to down that lutefisk.
Nordic Rock Throw—Saturday 1:00 p.m., Decorah Middle School
field. There are 3 weight classes for men (50 lb. rock for up to 160 lbs.;
75 lb. rock for 161-210 lbs.; 100 lb. rock for over 210 lbs.) and 1 weight
class for women (50 lb. rock for all weights). Must be at least 18 years
of age. Entry fee: $2.00. 400 block of River St. next to Decorah Middle
School.
Molkky—A yard game that involves throwing a wooden baton at pins to accumulate
points. The rules of the game are simple and anyone of any ability or age can play.
Finland has a large Molkky following with many clubs and tournaments, along with the
world championships. Demonstrations will start at 3:00 p.m., Friday and tournament at
5:00 p.m., Friday. Tournament is open to anyone from ages 8 to 80. Entrants can confirm
through usmolkky.com, usmolkky@gmail.com or calling 218-640-2063.
Floorball Demonstration— Floorball is a fast-paced sport officially played with five
field players and a goalkeeper on each side. It has similarities with both field and ice
hockey, but also with basketball. It is played with a carbon composite stick with a plastic
blade and a plastic hollow ball, with holes. Floorball is a versatile sport, where a lot of
action and changing situations occur in a split of a second. It has a low entry level, since
it can be played in any size sports venue, you just need to alter the number of players to
accommodate the available space. It is the true sport of today, being played in over 75
countries worldwide and it is quickly becoming the sport of tomorrow.
Balling with the Trolls—Tournament begins Friday at 10:00 a.m.
with Round Robin play. Bracket Play begins Saturday at 12:30 p.m.
Proceeds benefit the Decorah Girl’s Basketball Program! To register:
tourneymachine.com/E20124. Contact: Shannon Quandahl - shannon.
quandahl@decorah.k12.ia.us. For rules, tournament brackets, & waivers
visit: tourneymachine.com/E20124 $150 per team. *Every team
guaranteed 3 games! Number of games dependent upon the amount of
registered teams. Carrie Lee Elementary Outdoor Courts.
BALLING WITH THE TROLLS
Nordic Fest 2016
3x3 Basketball Tournament
Carrie Lee Elementary Outdoor Courts
July 29-30
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Yard and Garden Tours—Sponsored by the Decorah Town & Country Garden Club.
Friday: 9:00 a.m. – Noon, Saturday, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Freewill offering.
1. Dean and Lois Humpal, 404 Vernon Street, Decorah- Being
located on the bank of a small stream gave this couple the
opportunity to develop a unique perennial display garden.
Directions: From the courthouse go south on Winnebago Street.
Turn right on Vernon Street and continue west on this one-way
just past the Decorah Middle School.
2. Stan and Elaine Fox, 2274 Prairie View Road, Decorah- These
Master Gardeners moved to the country 12 years ago and now
grow almost everything on their acreage. Directions: From
the Intersection of Highways 52 & 9, take Highway 52 south 2.6
miles. Turn right on Prairie View Road to the second house on
the right.
3. Steve and Sara Luse, 508 Iowa Ave., Decorah- These
innovative volunteers with Decorah Urban Gardens have
converted their entire front yard and part of their back yard
into highly productive vegetable gardens augmented with a
variety of flowers. Directions: From College Drive across from
Pizza Ranch go 5 ½ blocks west on Iowa Avenue.
Friday Morning Butterfly Garden Walk: 7:00-9:00 a.m.— A volunteer will be at the
prairie on Friday, July 29 from 7:00 to 9:00 a.m. to answer any of your questions. Driving
directions: Follow College Drive over the bridge, turn left onto 5th Ave. Drive five blocks
to Ohio Street, turn left. Follow Ohio Street past Aase Haugen over the dike about two
blocks, where parking is available. Watch for the Prairie Sign at the Ohio street turn and
also on the pole going over the dike.
Trollheim: Tur til fots (Tour of Troll Trails)—The 2016 Trollheim: Tur
til fots is a guided tour (approx. one hour) to three of the city’s most
notable sites in order to experience all known varieties of the Trolls
inhabiting the Decorah area. Experienced Trollologists will explain
natural and pioneer history, plus share Troll Tales while creating an
informative, enjoyable Fest adventure not to be missed. Participants should
wear sturdy shoes for a ½ mile hike as a side excursion to the van tour. Friday 10:00,
10:30, 11:00, 11:30 a.m. and 1:00, 1:30, 2:00, 2:30, 3:00 p.m. Saturday 1:30, 2:00, 2:30,
3:00 p.m. Reservations and information at the Main Information Center. No charge.
*All tours depart from Water Street in front of Vesterheim Museum. Recommended for
children four and up and adults able to walk uneven terrain at a moderate pace.
Gnomes on the Trail—Looking for a fun way to explore
some new parts of Decorah while at Nordic Fest? Join in
on this exciting, free scavenger hunt perfect for everyone!
Ten mischievous gnomes are hiding all along the Trout
Run Trail, enjoying the scenery and spying on the passing
bikers and walkers. Find as many as you can and you’ll be entered into a drawing for
fabulous prizes. Don’t forget your camera and smiles: additional prizes will be awarded
in several photo contest categories! Maps and further details will be available at the
Decorah Chamber of Commerce, 507 W. Water St. beginning Monday, July 25th and
throughout Nordic Fest.
Locust School Tours—The Locust School Museum will be open Friday, Saturday
and Sunday from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. during Nordic Fest. The address is 1640 Big Canoe
Road (corner of W38 and A26). It is 10 miles NE of Decorah. The school is owned and
operated by the Winneshiek County Historical Society. It was built in 1854 and used
until 1962. It is not handicap accessible.
Continuous Events
ArtHaus Art Fair—ArtHaus is lucky to have made its home in an area that values and
supports a thriving community of professional artists. Stop by for a sample of what the
local talent has to offer. Enjoy one-of-a-kind jewelry, prints, ceramics, photography,
fiber work and much more at ArtHaus (508 W. Water St.) and the ArtHaus Studio (516 W.
Water St.) Thursday 4:00-7:00 p.m.; Friday 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. ; Saturday noon-6:00 p.m.
Decorah FFA Kiddie Barnyard—Friday and Saturday until 5:00 p.m. All kids welcome!
No charge. 400 block of River St. next to Decorah Middle School.
Decorah Genealogy Library and the Winneshiek County Historical Archives—
will be open Thursday and Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Kids Activities—Friday and Saturday throughout the day. Bouncy House, dunk tank,
balloon launch and more. 400 block of River St. next to Decorah Middle School.
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Norwegian-American Genealogical Center—In Vesterheim’s library (2nd floor of
Westby-Torgerson Education Center): open from 9 a.m.-noon and 1-5 p.m. on Friday
and Saturday. Representatives from the center, located in Madison, Wisconsin, will be
on hand to offer genealogical research advice.
Troll Badeland—Water play area for kids at Northeast Iowa Montessori School, 418
W Water Street. Family-friendly zone with free sunscreen, wipes, and other Little Troll
necessities. Indoor cooling, changing and feeding area available inside. No charge.
11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Friday and 1:00-5 :00 p.m. Saturday.
Trolls Trolley (Pokey Pete) — Tickets sold at corner of Washington and Water
Streets. Friday, 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to parade and after parade 6:30 p.m. Sponsored by Lions Club.
Nordic Fest Members
PATRoN ($250 - $499)
viking CLuB ($750 & up)
Decorah Bank & Trust Co.
Family Table
Hacker, Nelson & Co. P.C., CPAs
Mathy Construction
Muriel J. Tucker
Pete & Kari Espinosa & the
College Drive Bottletree Laundromat
SPoNSoR ($500 - $749)
Aase Haugen Foundation
Cal & Betty Anderson
Amy & Keith Bruening
Carrie & Patrick Dahlquist/ Choice
Employment Services
DECO Products
Hans Finanger/Decorah Rolfing
Mark & Lois Finanger
Larry & Diane Grimstad
J.B. Holland Construction
Luther College
Mabe’s Pizza/Steve & Connie White
Mark & Jenny Olson
Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum
nordic flag donors
David & Kathy Bakken
Beverly & Elliott Christen
Keith Christensen & Dawn Deines
Christensen
Richard & Joie Cole
Decorah Bank & Trust Co.
Larry & Diane Grimstad
Darvin & Norma Hacker
Marilyn Jones
Mabe’s Pizza/Steve & Connie White
endowments
In Memory of Dawn Peterson Patino
50th Fest Additional Supporters
Jim & Martha Alm
Cal & Betty Anderson
Beverly & Elliott Christen
Jerry & Elaine Gipp
Joe & Ann Grimstad
Sue & Jim Haemker
Hammel Jewelers
Jerry & Sally Haugen
LeRoy & Jean Iverson
Marilyn Jones
Corinne & Harland
Nelson
Perry Novak Electric Inc.
Dean & Karen Teslow
Muriel J. Tucker
Anundsen Publishing Co.
Bank of the West
Bruening Rock Products
David & Brenda Carlson
Casper Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
Chiropractic Offices/Dr. Kelly
Reagan
Decorah Chick Hatchery, LLC
Decorah Rental, Inc.
Decorah Rotary Club
Lowell & Audrey Erdman
Chuck & Ranae Gipp
Gundersen Health Systems
Jon & Mary Hart
Jerry & Sally Haugen
Marilyn M. Holland
Hovden Oil Co.
In Memory of Gary Svenson
Joe Welch Equipment
David & Gail Judisch
Law Offices of Anderson,
Wilmarth, Van Der Maaten,
Belay, Fretheim, Gipp and
Zahasky
Lynch BBQ Company
Norwegian Mutual Insurance
Oneota Valley Family Eye Care
Paul Hudson State Farm
Agency
Drew & Cheryl Pellett
Dale & Judy L. Peter
Ken & Ruth Procter
Frank & Jo Marie Riha
Rockwell Collins
Neil & Ruth Schraeder
T-Bock’s Sports Bar & Grill
Viking State Bank & Trust
WalMart
Wicks Construction, Inc.
in kind contributors
Nordic Fest gratefully acknowledges the individuals, businesses and
organizations that support the celebration through their contributions of
supplies and services.
Ace Hardware
Anderson, Wilmarth, Van Der Maaten,
Belay, Fretheim, Gipp and Zahasky
Bank of the West
Bodensteiner Implement Company
Bruening Rock Products
John Condon
Dallas Brusse
Decorah Bank & Trust Co.
Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce
Decorah Community Schools
Decorah Fire Department
Decorah Kawasaki
Decorah Newspapers
Decorah Police Department
Decorah Street Department
Hacker, Nelson & Co., P.C.
Hovden Oil
Iowa Rotocast
IROC Web Design
KDEC Radio
KVIK Radio
Luther College
Tim Lynch
M&M Lawn and Leisure
Malcom Enterprises
Olsgard Auto
Olson Explosives
Randy Olson D.D.S.
Oneota Community Food
Co-op
Peterson Photography
Reiser Implement
Rockweiler Appliances and TV
Snap Marketing LLC
Sodexo
Spahn & Rose Lumber
United Beverage
Winneshiek County Fair Board
Zelda Productions
Special thank you to the countless volunteers who give their time,
talent and energy to the Fest.
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SuSTAiNER ($100 - $249)
A & J Petersburg Agency
Richard & Barbara Amundson
Jerry & JoAnn Aulwes
David & Kathy Bakken
Scott Barnett
Donald & Barbara J. Berg
Beyond the Bar Bakery
William & Karen Brown
Dr. Jim & Jane Bullard
Wilfred & Ruth Bunge
Joseph & Ingrid Callaghan
Fritz & Loma Carlson
R. Eric & Cynthia Carlson
Gloria Carpenter
Steve & Dena Chambliss
Beverly & Elliott Christen
Keith Christensen & Dawn Deines
Christensen
Vera Christensen
Myrvin & Anne Christopherson
Decorah Tire Service Inc.
Donlon Pharmacy
Alan & Sue Ellickson
Clayton Engen
Ed & Joyce Epperly
Karla & Lindsay Erdman
Erdman Engineering, P.C.
Elwin & Helen Farwell
Kent & Lois Finanger
Jane & Irv Forster
Mick & Diann Frey
Friest & Assoc. Realtors
Jim & Liz Fritz
Debra Rosheim Geske
Bev Crumb-Gesme & Ron Gesme
Kim & Mary Glock
Mark & Christine Gowdy-Jaehnig
Joe & Ann Grimstad
Hagen Family Charitable Trust
Harman Realty
Carol Hasvold
Hotel Winneshiek
Aryn & Benji Nichols/ Inspire(d) Media
LLC
Thor & Darlene Jondahl
Marilyn Jones
Dave & Kris Kratz
La Rana Bistro
Bob & Marilynn Larson
LetterWerks Sign City, LLC
Kevin & Mini Locke
Jim & Kris Lynch
Tim & Mary K. Lynch
Dan & Ann Mansfield
Diann Marten
Paul & Miri Mattson
Meyer, Lorentzen & Nelson
Bradley & Jane Miller
Modish
Glenn Nelson & Jane Borelli
Paul & Bev Nichols
Sherry & Marc Nichols
Northeast Security Bank
Dave & Muriel (Bigler) Olsen
Helen E. Olson
Randy Olson, DDS
Verna Peterson
Kristin & Scott Propson
Harley & Norma Refsal
Carolyn Rod
Robert & Lucille Rosholt
David & Joy Roslien
Rubaiyat Restaurant
Mark & Nancy Ruen
Todd & Lara Schissel
Randy & Cindy Schissel
Schluter-Balik Funeral Home
Pat Seckar
Sims TV & Electronics
Sons of Norway - Valdres Lodge
#1-503
Larry & Deanna Stevenson
Carl & Victoria Svenson
Diann Svenson in Memory of Gary
Svenson one of the “Founding
Fathers”
Richard & Linda Svenson
Dean & Karen Teslow
Patrick & Karen Trewin
Rik & Julie Shockey Trytten
Pat Usgaard
Janice & Allen Vik
Wayne & Phyllis Wasta
Jim & Caroline Weis
Weis Buick GMC, Inc.
Winneshiek Medical Center
Winneshiek Title & Abstract Co.
Don & Connie Wold
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Downtown locations: Decorah Bank, 202 E. Water St. • Oneota Food Co-op, 312 W. Water St.
Decorah Bank Drive-thru, 1006 Division St. • Luther College, Centennial Union
Nordic Express, 1101 Montgomery St. • Winneshiek Medical Center, 901 Montgomery St.
Casey’s General Stores, Hwy 9 & Old Stage Rd. and 401 College Dr.
202 E. Water St. 563 382-9661 decorahbank.com
Hacker, Nelson & Co. p.c.
certified public accountants
and business consultants
Joseph A. Bouska, cpa
Kenneth R. Keune
Neil W. Schraeder
563 382-3637 • 123 W. Water St., Decorah, Ia
email@hackernelson.com
Decorah Rolfing®
BooSTER ($50 - $99)
Jim & Martha Alm
Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc./
David Olson & Associates
Joan Amundson
Sarah Andersen
Marilyn Anderson
Don & Phyllis Arendt
Karl & Sylvia Aschim
John & Carol Baker
Michael & Carol Bergan
Arlin T. Branhagen
Nikki & Brandon Brevig
Collyn & Renee Bridges
Kari & Jim Burns
Reed & Sandy Carlson
Richard & Joie Cole
Rick & Denise Cook
Copyland
Tom & Vanessa Courtney
Pat & Mike Dahly
Barbara & Jim Dale
Decorah Memorial
Lara & Garth Dolphin
Mark & Vicki Donhowe
Barbara Dostal
Dale & Arlene Dougherty
Richard Drackley
Georgiann & Doug Eckheart
Lois Estrem
Ronald & Mary Fadness
Farmers & Merchants Savings Bank Decorah & Waukon
Mike & Pat Fitzgerald
Tom & Marj Fjelde
Ruth Fjelstad
Jean Forde
Jeff Freidhof
Karen & Ron Fretheim
Rick & Sarah Fromm
Carol & Rich Gaard
Josh & Michelle Giddings
Jerry & Elaine Gipp
Craig & Cristel Gjerde
Sue & Jim Haemker
Dean & LaRue Hagen
Rebecca Hanna
Bradley & Marion Hanson
Mike & Sandy Harman
Nora Hendrickson
Vern & Jean Hillesland
Margaret & George Hills
Charis & Terry Hovden
J Tupy’s on Water Street
Lyle & Babe Jacobson
Darrel & Mary Jensen
Curt & Tess Johnson
Steven & Barbara Johnson
Kelly Real Estate
Derrick & Ashley Klocke
Jim & Arlene Lage
Rich & Penny Leake
Jim & Renee Lillebridge
Elaine Lowry
Margaret’s
Marilyn’s Hallmark Shop
Robert M. McQueen
Larry & LaVonne Monson
Corinne & Harland Nelson
Cy & Ramona Nelson
Roy & Beverly Nelson
Borghild Neset
Ness Pumping Service & Porta Potty
Rentals
Steve & Michelle Nesteby
Weston Noble
John & Amy Noel
Nordic Chiropractic /Dr. Laurie Meinholz
Barbara A. Nordschow
Northeast Iowa Telephone Co.
Michas & Alma Ohnstad
Kirsten & Kathy Belz-Olson
Howard & Sharron Omdahl
Marlys Lien/ Once Upon A Time
Bookshop
Oneota Community Food Co-op
Lyle & Sue Otte
Peaceful Springs Wellness
Perry Novak Electric
Francis & Marilyn Peterson
Lori & Scott Pierce
Putnam, Fern and Thompson Law Office
Rich & Erica Reiser
Phil & Ruth Reitan
Rockweiler Appliance & TV
Rosemary & Frank Roehl
Dave & Annette Rooney
Sharon Rossman in Memory of Dag
Rossman Viking Storyteller
Linus & Sue Rothmeyer
Marion Rude
Tom & Kim Sheppard
Sparrow’s Candle’s and Gifts
Jeanette & Craig Spilde
St. Benedict Rosary Society
Don & Sally Stromseth
Subway
Sundance Travel
David Svenson
Ron & Nina Taylor
Jerry & Elaine Thompson
Delores Timmerman
John & Karen Tjostem
Jane Tollefson
Joann Voltmer
Marilyn Wahlberg
Vera Wensole
Berni & Colleen Wetli
Barb & Jeff Wettach
Troy & Michelle Whitehill
Linda Wolfs & Chris Hick
Chris & Karen Wyse
Peter & Ellen Zimmerman
Structural Integration
Hans Finanger,
Certified RolferTM
SUCCESSFUL TREATMENTS:
• low back pain
• auto accidents
• headaches • pre/post surgery
• restricted breathing • neck/shoulder pain • joint pain • and more....
• plantar fasciitis
• improved posture
563-419-6878 126 College Drive, Decorah www.DecorahRolfing.com
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Grade a Path to Your Future!
2092 State Highway 9
Decorah, IA
(563) 382-2901
JBHolland.net
JB Holland Construction, Inc. is dedicated to
providing quality services to valued customers
throughout the State of Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri,
Wisconsin and Nebraska. We have over 30 years of
experience and provide a wide variety of excavating
and construction services; everything from land
clearing and grading to sewer and utility work.
Bruening Rock Products
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From driveways to major highway
projects, we can supply all of your
aggregate needs.
900 Montgomery, Decorah, IA 52101 Phone: 563.382.2933
brueningrock.com
Long-term Care
4 Ohio St, Decorah IA
Phone (563)382-3603
info@aasehaugen.com
www.aasehaugen.com
Skilled Rehabilitation
Respite Care
Assisted Living
Memory Care CCDI
Active 55+Community
Visit Vesterheim!
Celebrating 50 years
with world-class exhibitions, amazing folk art,
immigrant history, Vikings, and more.
Vesterheim
The National Norwegian-American
Museum & Heritage Center
502 W. Water St. • 563-382-9681 • vesterheim.org
Luther College provides transformational experiences that
inspire students to connect faith with learning, freedom
with responsibility, and life’s work with service.
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MEMBERS ($30 - $49)
Julie & Rob Ahrens
Mark & Cindy Albers
Norm & Dorothy Aldridge
Dave & Jill Amdahl
B & B on Broadway
Donna & Vernon Bahr
Steve & Le Bahr
Beta Sigma Phi Iowa Beta Master
Margaret & Brian Betteridge
Deborah Bishop
Boy Scout Troop 66
Lyle & Marybeth Cary
Adrienne & Paul Coffeen
John & Audrey Dahle
Day Spring Spa
Decorah Genealogy Association
Decorah Mobile Glass Inc.
Elwyn Dotzenrod
Jay & Leslie Elsbernd
Rik & Marcia Engebretson
Fareway Stores
Marlene & Duane Fenstermann
Merlyn & Shirley Finley
Marcia Fox
Vic & Dianne Fye
Shelly & Clark Goltz
Chuck & Terri Grosser
Darvin & Norma Hacker
Herb & Carol Hageman
Hammel Jewelers
Elsie M. Haugen
Helen Bidne Hendrickson
Paul Hexom
Norman & Patricia Hjelmeland
Jim & Sandy Hoeg
Ron & Karlene Humpal
LeRoy & Jean Iverson
Irma P. Johnson
Ruth Johnson
Jenine Jordahl
Haldis Kaasa
Richard & Barbara Kellogg
Ann & Jim Kephart
Kerndt Brothers Bank
Georgie & Harvey Klevar
Knights of Columbus St. Benedict’s Council
#4208
Ken & Sue Kuene
Bill & Yvonne Kuhlman
Ann, Corey, & Sydney Landstrom
Anton & Marilyn Larson
Duane & Arlene Larson
Steve & Jennifer Larson Family
Gary & Geraldine Lee
Mrs. Virginia Leland
Maury & Eileen Lenz
Dwayne & Lisa Lundtvedt
Master’s Touch
Dorothy R. Miller
Harold O. Natvig
Dean & Barbara Nelson
Arlene & John Nelson
Craig & Marilyn Newhouse
Northeast Iowa Peace & Justice Center
Coleen Orwoll
LaVerne Paidar
Jason Rausch & Nate Furler
Revelation/Merle Norman Cosmetics/Les
Wigs Renee
Rivals, Inc. Custom Gear
Joel & Joni Rollinger
Luann Smith
Lucille Smock
Bob & Dode Stoskopf
Sunflower Childcare and Preschool
Joe & Rhonda Thompson
Marlys & Arlen Thorsgaard
S.S. & Patricia Urberg
Ken & Jane Vande Berg
Viking Realtors
Norma J. Wangsness
Bonnie Warrington
Barbara Welgos
Kevin & Sharon Weselmann
Winneshiek Co. Historical Society
Ole & Naomi Winter
Proud to be
part of
For over 50 Years
Deco Products • 506 Sanford St. • 563 382-4264 • decoprod.com
Mabe’s Pizza & Restaurant
Open 7 days a week 11 a.m. - closing
• Fast, free delivery limited area
• Party rooms available
• We feature a full menu
382-4297 • 110 E. Water St., Decorah
547 -5707 • 119 N. Elm St., Cresco
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❒ YES, I/we would like to be member(s) of Nordic Fest.
Enclosed is my/our contribution of ____________ which qualifies as:
❒ Viking Club ($750 or more)
❒ Sponsors ($500 - $749)
❒ Patrons ($250 - $499)
❒ Sustainers ($100 - $249)
❒ Boosters ($50 - $99)
❒ Member ($30 - $49)
Name: _______________________________________________________________________
Contributions of $30 or more are listed in the program.
List your name as you would like it to appear in the program (deadline for being included in next year’s
program is May 31). Viking Club members will receive one free ad in the Nordic Fest program.
Address: ______________________________________________________________________
City/State/Zip: _________________________________________________________________
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❒ I wish to contribute to the Nordic Fest
Endowment.
Name: ________________________________________
Memorial: _____________________________________
Amount enclosed:______________________________
Please return to the
Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce
or send to 507 W. Water St., Decorah, IA 52101
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For Elvelopet route­­—www.nordicfest.com
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Children’s Zone
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Covenant Church
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www.nordicfest.com • 800-382-FEST(3378).
by separating trash from recyclables and placing
each into appropriate containers. Look for convenient
receptacles located throughout the downtown area.
Please help us reduce waste & conserve resources...
VERNON ST
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Arts & Craft Center
Kiddie
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Cattlemen’s Barnyard
Association Rock Throw
Molkky
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Beer Garden
Main Information Center
Trolley Stop
Garden Tour
Public Restrooms
Decorah High
School
50
Th
Anniversary Special Events
LOCAL APPRECIATION NIGHT
50 Years of Nordic Fest
Window Displays
Join us after opening ceremonies for an energizing performance
by Absolute Hoot.
Start at the Chamber of Commerce
and take a walk around downtown to
view window displays of each
Nordic Fest theme for the past 50 years.
Thursday, July 28th 8:00 - 11:00 p.m.
in the Beverage Garden
Free gate, local brews and wines available for sale.
A celebration of this year’s FLAG RECIPIENT…THE COMMUNITY
OF DECORAH will take place thanking all past and present
community members for their support of festing for fifty years!
Special Announcements
In honor of the 50th Anniversay:
All past board members are invited to be in the
parade with the current board.
Nordic Dancers invite all of the past Nordic Dancers
to join them for dancing on Saturday night.
Photo courtsey of Joyce Meyer
Nordic Fest:
50 Years Strong
Nordic Fest:
limited edition book is
available for sale during
Nordic Fest at the Decorah
Area Chamber of Commerce.
years
strong
The book includes 300+ pages of historic photos and Nordic Fest history, space at the back to record your
favorite Nordic Fest memories, a DVD with archival footage from the first Nordic Fest (donated in memory
of LaVerne Hanssen) and a digitized version of a 1991 Nordic Fest promotional video.
Purchase of the book supports the permanent placement and proper organization of the Nordic Fest
archives at Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum.
Books purchased prior to Nordic Fest will be available for pick up
at the Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce during the Fest.
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