Decorah`s 44th Annual

Decorah’s 44th Annual
Thursday Evening - Saturday, July 22 - 24. 2010
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Trekkin’ with the Trolls
e invite you to journey with us to discover the magical and mysterious
creature called a “Troll”. We hope that during this 2010 Nordic Fest, your “trek
with the trolls” is memorable! Trolls are a cornerstone to Scandinavian culture
and folklore. The stories about trolls are rooted in ancient pagan culture as a way to
explain the unexplainables in life. When Christianity descended upon Scandinavia in
the 10th century, the fear and belief in trolls was to be discarded. However, the stories
that “the troll” represents flourish strongly even in today’s modern culture. These funny
and often grotesque creatures from the dark forest night are often associated with evil
deeds and trickery- even in fairy tales. So keep your eyes open and on the look out for
one of these mischievous trolls. We hope that you have fun learning more about one of
Scandinavia’s most prominent cultural icons and traditions!
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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.
Lost & Found: Police Station at City Hall, 563 382-3667.
All proceeds from button sales
go to support Nordic Fest.
Thank you for your contribution.
Absolutely No Parking along parade route Saturday morning. See map for parade route.
Emergency Parking restrictions strictly enforced
Open Containers or public consumption of alcoholic beverages is prohibited by city ordinance - which
is strictly enforced.
40th Annual
Nordic Fest Medals
MAIN INFO CENTER (563) 382-3990 • FIRE/AMBULANCE/POLICE - CALL 911
MAP OF DECORAH located in back flap of program.
PUBLIC RESTROOMS located at Bank of the West Arcade and Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce. Portable
units at various locations around town. See fold out map.
COOLING REST SPOT at Decorah Covenant Church, 115 Washington St.— drinking fountains, air
conditioning and bathroom facilities for the public to use
ADDITIONAL PARKING is available at Luther College Campus. Times of Luther College Shuttle posted at
College Union & Main Information Center.
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 a.m. - 9 p.m.
• Troll Walk Tickets
• Check-in point for Group Tours.
• Tickets for Bus Tours and Church Dinners.
• Artwalk Ballots
• First Aid.
• Frequent Shuttle Service between Main Information Center and Luther College. No charge, courtesy of
Luther College. Times posted at College Union and Main Info Center.
• General Information, Sporting event registration.
• Fest button & program sales.
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.
Official Nordic Fest Merchandise - Official Nordic Fest Merchandise may be purchased at the Decorah Area
Chamber of Commerce. Nordic Fest merchandise includes: shirts, hats, visors, can coolies, pins and more.
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.
- Thank you in advance for your cooperation
Copyright © 2010 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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The long time home of Bert and Grace Porter is the
feature of the 2010 Nordic Fest Medal. The home was
built in 1867 with native Decorah brick by prominent
Decorah merchant D. B. Ellsworth. It was purchased by
Frank Young, Grace Porter’s father, in 1898. Bert and Grace
Porter occupied the home for many years and later gave
the home for preservation as a public museum after Mr.
Porter’s death in 1968. The museum has been maintained
by an independent board of trustees according to Mr.
Porter’s designated plan and is on the National Register
of Historic Places.
The 2010 Medal depicts the frontal view of the elegant
Victorian home and its unique rock wall built and
designed by Mr. Porter from stones and semi-precious
gems obtained from his numerous world travels.
Medals are available again this year in .999 fine silver, gold
plated and antique bronze and can be purchased at the
Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce, Viking State Bank &
Trust, at the Nordic Fest Medals booth (during the Fest) or
by mail from: Nordic Fest Medals, 309 First Street, Decorah,
Iowa 52101.
Cost of the 2010 medals are:
$35.00............................999 Fine Silver
$25.00.............................. Gold Plated
$6.00............................. Antique Bronze
(Please include $2.00 for shipping cost)
Area Tours
“Must See” Attractions
Bily Clocks Museum, 232 North Main St., Spillville,
Iowa—Monday - Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. ; Sunday
12:00 - 4:00 p.m. Located in the quaint Czech community
of Spillville, Bily Clocks boasts a collection of beautifully
hand-carved clocks created by the Bily Brothers. (563)
562-3569. Special note: The community of Spillville and
St. Wenceslaus, the oldest Czech Catholic Church in the
U. S., are celebrating 150 years. Go to 150years.org for a
schedule of events planned for Labor Day weekend.
Decorah’s Historic District Walk – Take a self-guided stroll through Phelps Park,
Broadway and Water Street to view Midwestern architecture dating back to
the 1850s. Homes and businesses are listed on the National Register of Historic
Places. Free maps are available at the Main Information Center.
Decorah Fish Hatchery, Located on Trout Run Rd.— This
is a stop the whole family will enjoy. Feed the fish and learn
about fishing in Winneshiek County. Adjacent is Siewer
Springs park with a beautiful waterfall, picnic grounds and
trout stream. Open daily. No admission. (563) 382-8324
Laura Ingalls Wilder Park & Museum, Burr Oak, Iowa— Visiting
hours Monday - Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. ; Sunday 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.
groups by appointment, call (563) 735-5916.
Porter House Museum, 401 W. Broadway St. — Daily tours, Monday Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ; Sunday 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Italianate home
built in 1867. Unique rock wall surrounding property. House contains
furnishings of late Adelbert F. Porter & Grace Young Porter. Exotic
tropical butterflies, South American native artifacts on display.
Adults, $5.00; Seniors over 65 $4.00; ages 6 - 16 , $3.00,
children under 6 years, free. (563) 382-8465.
Seed Savers Exchange, 3074 North Winn Rd. — Weekdays
9am-8pm, Sat/Sun 10am-8pm. Display gardens, garden/gift
shop, hiking trails, heritage poultry, Ancient White Park Cattle,
trout fishing. 563.382.5990 or visit us at seedsavers.org.
Garden Club Tours — The Town & Country Garden Club is inviting visitors to
tour three gardens Friday 9:00 a.m. - noon and Saturday 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. :
1. Rhonda & Joe Thompson ,730 Ridge Road— Rhonda’s interest in Japanese
tea houses and Joe’s interest in Japanese architecture result in a Japanese tea
house built almost exclusively from salvaged building materials.
From Vesterheim Museum follow College Drive to the swimming
pool, turn on Ridge Road and continue up the hill to 730 Ridge Rd.
2. Virginia & Gerald Leidahl, 2772 Madison Road— The entire
farmstead is skillfully landscaped with beautiful gardens
containing vegetables, shrubs, and blooming flowers. The Leidahl
home if about eight miles from Vesterheim Museum. From Water
Street, follow College Drive, turning left onto 5th Avenue and then
turn left on Pulpit Rock Rd. Cross Highway 52 where it then becomes
Madison Road. The farmstead is the second lane on the right, immediately over a small bridge. 3. Jim and Phyllis Nesteby, 1108 Locust Road— They have
developed their medium-sized yard on “clay hill” over the last
40 years to include many beautiful plantings of trees, shrubs,
perennials, and annuals. They also raise strawberries, raspberries
and some vegetables. Phyllis became a Master Gardener in 1993,
and enjoys growing several types of roses. From Vesterheim
Museum go west on College Drive. At Casey’s turn north on Locust
Road (W-38) house is on the right at the intersection of Highland Drive.
Historic Bus Tour of Decorah — Unwind as you step aboard this 1-hour guided bus tour of
stunning Decorah. Explore hidden treasures and hear stories from incredibly entertaining locals.
This tour is sure to delight your sight! Tours departing Friday and Saturday at noon, 1:15, 2:30 and
3:45 from the Main Information Center. Admission is free but tickets are required. Sign up at the
Main Information Center. (Bus is air conditioned)
Trout Run Trail - This brand new 12-mile paved loop
recreational trail will encircle much of Decorah’s most
scenic areas. Currently 8 miles are wide open and ready for
fun!. Bikers, hikers, joggers and fishermen are welcome to
experience one of Decorah’s newest attractions. Trail maps are
available at the Visitors Center.
Troll Artwalk — Trolls by area artists on display in windows of downtown business. (See map on
page 8). Vote for your favorite troll and register to win your own troll at the Fest Main Information
Center. Come back and visit October 1, 2 & 3, 2010 for the Northeast Iowa Artists’ Studio Tour.
www.iowaarttour.com
Trollheim: Tur til fots (Tour of Troll Trails)—The 2010 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. (map on page 8.) Participants go by van and
are guided by experienced Trollologists. These will explain natural and pioneer history, plus share
Troll Tales while creating an informative, enjoyable Fest adventure not to be missed. This activity
appropriate for young and old. No charge. Friday 10, 10:30, 11, 11:30 a.m. and 1, 1:30, 2, 2:30, 3 p.m.
Saturday 1, 1:30, 2, 2:30, 3 p.m. Reservations and information at the Main
Information Center.
Vesterheim Museum, 520 W. Water Street — Open 9:00
a.m.-8:00 p.m., Thursday-Sunday (9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. all other
days), admission to the Main Building is $10 for adults, $8 for
seniors 65+, and $5 for children ages 7-18; free on Thursday.
Vesterheim’s Open Air Division: Open Friday and Saturday,
12:00 - 4:00 p.m., tour on your own, no admission fee. Guided
tours of the Open Air Division on Thursday and Sunday at
10:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m.
Vesterheim’s Bauder-Landsgard Collections Study Center: Behind-the-Scenes Guided
Tours at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, free-will donation. There will
be a sign-up sheet in the Westby-Torgerson Education Center, limit 20 people per tour.
Winneshiek Wildberry Winery, 1966 337th St.—Tour the winery and vineyards, taste
Midwestern grape and fruit wines and visit our artisan shop. Perfect setting to relax
and enjoy a taste of the country. Friday 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Saturday 10:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.; Sunday 12:30 - 5:00 p.m. www.wwwinery.com, (563) 735-5809.
Vesterheim Tours - Guided tours of the Open Air Division on Thursday
and Sunday at 10:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. Guided tours of the
Bauder-Landsgard Collections Study Center at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
on Friday and Saturday, free-will donation. There will be a sign up sheet
in the Westby-Torgerson Education Center, limit 20 people per tour.
Winneshiek County Jailhouse Tour — This is a self-guided tour of the
old Winneshiek County Jailhouse. See how the inmates lived. History,
photos and posters on display. Open 1-4 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
Continuous Events
ArtHaus Nordic Fest Art Fair—Friday and Saturday 10:00am -6:00p.m. 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. Featured artisans
include, Otherworld Arts, Rare Bird Artful Adornments, Bijoux Jewelry, Wise Owl
Designs, Karen Misseldine Pottery, and more. 508 and 516 W. Water St.
Genealogy Research Center Library — Decorah Public Library, lower level, 202
Winnebago Street. Thursday - Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 4 :00 p.m. Full service genealogy
research library. Materials concentrate on Winneshiek County. Records available from
1846 to present include: birth, death, naturalization, land, probate, marriage, census,
Social Security, and much more. Donations accepted (563) 382-8559.
Arts & Crafts Center — Friday and Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Many exhibitors
of arts and crafts. Decorah Middle School, 405 Winnebago St. No charge.
Kids Activities— Friday and Saturday throughout the day. Bouncy House, dunk
tank, balloon launch and more. John Cline playground area.
Antique Show & Sale — Friday and Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Numerous
dealers. Decorah Middle School, 405 Winnebago St. $2.00 charge.
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 1:30 - 6:00
p.m. Sponsored by Lions Club.
Decorah FFA Kiddie Barnyard — Between John Cline School, Claiborne Drive,
and tennis courts. Friday and Saturday until 5:00 p.m. All kids welcome! No charge.
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Sporting Events
Disc Golf — Register now for an 18-hole disc golf tournament with divisions for
youth, women and men, beginners to advanced. Hosted at Luther College’s disc golf
course, this event is a perfect way to spend a couple of hours in the afternoon with
family and friends. In this natural, park-like setting, you can play for fun or for prizes.
All participants will receive a free disc golf disc. Top finishers in each division will win
prizes. Space is limited to 45 players so register early!
Kanoløpet — This canoe race is open to anyone
willing to have a little fun competing on the Upper
Iowa River through the city of Decorah. Race start:
6:30 p.m. Friday. Registration deadline: 5:00 p.m.
on Friday. Start at River Trail Outfitters, 212 Pulpit
Rock Rd. (next to the campground). First team to
go under Twin Bridges by Palisades Park entrance
will be declared the winner. Trophy for each first
place participant. Cost: $27 per person includes
t-shirt, canoe, life jacket, paddle. Or $15 per person
includes t-shirt, but must provide own equipment.
Elveløpet — The River Run, 5K walk/run, 15K run. Friday registration 6:00-9:00 p.m.,
Canopy 5. Saturday registration 6:30-7:00 a.m. City Hall. Elveløpet
at 7:30 a.m. Entry fee: $20 in advance; $25 Friday after 12 p.m. &
Saturday morning.
Nordic Rock Throw — Saturday 1:00 p.m., John Cline School, west
lawn. There are 3 weight classes for men and 1 weight class for
women. Must be at least 18 years of
age. Entry fee: $2.00.
Lutefisk Eating Contest— At the Courthouse Square,
Saturday 2:30 p.m.
Lord or Lady of
the Log—There
can be only one! Do you have what it takes to
be the Lord or Lady of the log? Come test your
balance and light combat skills…if you dare.
Contest to be held during the time between
the parade and rock throwing contest near
John Cline Elementary School.
Parade on the River— Immediately following
Kanoløpet. This is a non-competitive race with an award for the most decorative
boat that crosses the finish line.
Art at Vesterheim
Exhibitions:
Museum’s Main Building:
Woodworking; rosemaling (decorative painting); bunader (festive costumes); the 25-ft.
ship TradeWind; silver; fine art; both Norwegian and Norwegian-American furniture;
press gallery; church gallery; military gallery, including the Civil War and World War II.
Two new exhibitions: Pieces of Self: Identity and Norwegian-American Quilts; and 2010:
The International Year of the Nurse.
In the Westby-Torgerson Education Center, First Floor:
National Exhibition of Folk Art in the Norwegian Tradition Open Saturday, July 17,
through Saturday, July 24, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Annual exhibition of the finest
American artists working in the Norwegian tradition. All exhibition pieces that are
for purchase will be sold by silent auction. All bids must be submitted by 4:00 p.m.
Saturday, July 24. Visit the exhibition for details. Free admission. Sponsored by Kate
Rattenborg and Thrivent Financial for Lutherans.
Demonstrations and Displays:
(throughout the day Friday and Saturday unless otherwise marked):
Museum’s Main Building:
Richard Enstad, Eagan, Minn.: Ropemaking (periodically Friday and Saturday),
First Floor
Beatrice Hole and Floyd Foslien, Eden Prairie, Minn.: Psalmodikon, First Floor
Sue Flanders, Crystal, Minn.: Co-author of Norwegian Handknits, book signing
(periodically Friday and Saturday), Gift Shop
Laurie Lee, Mankato, Minn.: Viking Knit Jewelry, Second Floor
Oneota Weavers Guild, Decorah, Iowa: Spinning and Weaving, Third Floor
Open Air Division and Museum Lawn:
Skjaldborg, Elk Horn, Iowa: Viking Reenactors (Sponsored by Voltmer, Inc.)
Sam Shoults, Knox City, Mo.: Viking Ship Replica (Sponsored by Viking State Bank & Trust)
Living Heritage Demonstrators (Sponsored by Madison Torske Klubben):
John Drewes, Red Wing, Minn.: Leather Craft/Knifemaking
Carl Homstad, Decorah, Iowa: Woodcut Prints
William Jaeger, Anoka, Minn.: Figure Carving
David Johnson, La Crescent, Minn.: Making Dovetailed Chests
Tom Latané, Pepin, Wis.: Blacksmithing
Paul Loftness, Gibbon, Minn.: Wooden Plate and Bowl Turning
Jim Van Hoven, Scandia, Minn.: Chair Making
Westby-Torgerson Education Center:
Folk Art Supply Shop, First Floor
Janine Kosel, St. Louis Park, Minn.: Co-author of Norwegian Handknits, Book Signing (periodically Friday and Saturday)
Howard Amundson, Minnetonka, Minn.: Painting with “Traditions” brand of acrylic
paint (periodically Friday and Saturday)
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Woodworking Classroom, First Floor
Rebecca Hanna, Decorah, Iowa: Woodcarving (Saturday 12:00-2:00 p.m.)
Lindsay Lee, Decorah, Iowa: Birch Boxes (Friday only)
Becky Lusk, Coon Valley, Wis.: Figure Carving (Saturday only)
Ellen Macdonald, Decorah, Iowa: Chip Carving (Saturday only)
Harley Refsal, Decorah, Iowa: Figure Carving (Friday only)
Bob Shervey, Barret, Minn.: Knifemaking (Friday 12:00-2:00 p.m.)
Gold Medalists Classroom, Third Floor
Jean Giese, DeSoto, Wis.: Telemark-style Rosemaling
(Friday 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.)
Patti Goke, St. Cloud, Minn.: Vest Agder-style Rosmaling
(Friday 1:00-3:00 p.m.)
Pam Rucinski, Seymour, Wis.: Hallingdal-style Rosemaling
(Friday 3:00-5:00 p.m.)
Nancy Schmidt, Waukesha,Wis.: Os-style Rosemaling (Saturday 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.)
Sara Tollefson, Preston, Minn.: Valdres-style Rosmaling (Friday 1:00-3:00 p.m.)
Lois Mueller, Platteville, Wis.: Gudbrandsdal-style Rosemaling
(Saturday 3:00-5:00 p.m.)
Ethel Kvalheim Classroom, Third Floor
Else Bigton and Phillip Odden, Barronett, Wis.: Acanthus/Dragon-Style Carving
Gene and Lucy Tokheim, Dawson, Minn.: Ceramic Turning and Knifemaking
Sales:
Vesterheim Museum Store
Main Building, open 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Thursday-Saturday (9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
all other days). Sweaters, jewelry, folk art, cooking supplies, books, and more. No
admission fee.
Folk Art Supply Shop
Westby-Torgerson Education Center, open 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Thursday-Saturday
(9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. all other days). Featuring books and supplies for rosemaling,
woodworking, and other folkarts. No admission fee.
18th Annual Vesterheim Rosemaling Raffle
A bowl hand-turned by Paul Loftness, carved by Becky Lusk, and rosemaled by
Jean Simonson Giese. Tickets on sale in the Hauge Gallery and the museum stores.
Drawing at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday in the Hauge Gallery. Need not be present to win.
Ribbon-Winning Rosemalers Vesterheim Sales Shop
Westby-Torgerson Education Center, Gold Medalists Classroom, third floor, open 9:00
a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Friday-Saturday. Staffed by Nisse Rosemalers, Postville, Iowa.
Oneota Weavers and Spinners Guild
Lila Nelson Weaving Classroom, third floor, open 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Friday-Saturday.
From the Decorah area.
Entertainment
All performances are at no charge unless otherwise noted. Entertainment is subject to change.
Main Information Center at the Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce will post any changes.
Thursday, July 22, Opening Ceremonies:
Time
Canopy 1
Canopy 2
On Water Street in front of Kephart’s Music
Center
On Water Street in front of Alliant Energy
Corner of Water Street and
Winnebago Street
Courthouse
By intersection of Winnebago and Main
Opening Ceremonies
6:45 - 8:15
6:00 p.m.
6:45 - Luren Singers, Welcome by
Nordic Fest President, Presentation
of the Flags & Bunads, Introduction
of Nordic Fest Board, Flag Recipient,
Grand Marshal of Parade, Nordic
Dancers, Celebration Iowa Singers,
Norwegian Choir
7:00 p.m
Midlife Crisis
Jim Busta Band
Ricky Rowray Balloon Artist
8:00 p.m
9:00 p.m
10:00 p.m
Good Friends
11:00 p.m
Friday, July 23:
Time
Canopy 1
Canopy 2
Canopy 3
Canopy 4
Canopy 5
On Water Street in front of
Kephart’s Music Center
On Water Street in front
of Alliant Energy
On Water Street in
front Decorah Chick
Hatchery
On Water Street in front
of Vesterheim
Activities provided by
ArtHaus
On River Street across
from the Post Office
10:00 a.m.
Lee Przybylski
“Yo-Yo Man”
(10:15-10:45)
Kyle Elsbernd
Mike McAbee
ArtHaus staff and
volunteers­—
11:00 a.m.
Lew Klimesh
Iowegians
Tim Howland
Polka
12:00 p.m.
Norwegian Band
1:00 p.m.
Kyle Elsbernd
Lee Przybylski
“Yo-Yo Man”
(1:15-1:45)
2:00 p.m.
Maritza
Mike McAbee
Lee Przybylski
“Yo-Yo Man”
(2:15-2:45)
Jim Busta Band
Kyle Elsbernd
Face Painting
Throughout
the day—
Rickey Rowray
Balloon Artist
Crazy Troll
Dwelling Collages
Chalk the Walk!
3:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m.
Corner of Water
and Winnebago
Courthouse
By intersection of
Winnebago and
Main
9:00 p.m.
10:00 p.m.
113 N. Mill Street across
from the museum’s
main building
Dag Rossman
Troll Tales Old
and New
at Amdal-Odland
Heritage Center
523 W. Water
High School
Auditorium
Lorraine Straw
Viking: The Replica
Ship that Sailed the
Atlantic in 1893
1:30
Celebration Iowa
Singers
and Jazz Band
Howard
Amundson
An Apple a Day
and Other Old
Home Remedies
Upstart Crow
Theatreworks
The Secret Life
of Trolls
3:00 & 3:45
Celebration Iowa
Singers
and Jazz Band
Spoken choral
drama by
Robert Wolf
Ragnorak:
The Doom of the
Gods
Mark Frana
Square Dancers
with Les Malone
Voices of Østfold,
Norway
7:00 p.m.
8:00 p.m.
United Methodist
Church,
302 W. Broadway
Vesterheim Events
10:00 - 4:30
LaBarge
CW Von Arx
Vesterheim’s
Bethania Church
Nordic Dancers
5:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
Vesterheim &
Other Events at
Vesterheim activities in the museum’s Open Air Division
Friday and Saturday throughout the day
Nordic Dancers
Back Home Boys
Luren Singers
Foot-Notes
Big Street Dance
Sam Shoults,
Viking Ship Replica
Skjaldborg Viking
Reenactors
11:00 p.m.
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Saturday, July 24:
Time
Canopy 1
Canopy 2
Canopy 3
Canopy 4
Canopy 5
On Water Street in
front of Kephart’s
Music Center
On Water Street
in front of Alliant
Energy
On Water Street in
front of Decorah
Chick Hatchery
On Water Street in
front of Vesterheim
Activities provided
by ArtHaus
On River Street
across from the
Post Office
10:30 a.m.
Courthouse
By intersection of
Winnebago and
Main
Vesterheim &
Other Events at
Vesterheim’s
Bethania Church
Vesterheim
Events
United Methodist
Church,
302 W. Broadway
113 N. Mill Street
across from the
museum’s main
building
at Amdal-Odland
Heritage Center
523 W. Water
High School
Auditorium
Hotel
Winneshiek
104 E. Water
Grand Parade
11:00 a.m.
12:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m.
Corner of Water
and Winnebago
Rochester Area
Accordions
Iowegians
LeBarge
Dag Rossman
Troll Tales Old
and New
Throughout
the day—
ArtHaus
staff and
volunteers­—
Rickey Rowray
Balloon Artist
Face Painting
Lorraine Straw
Viking: The
Replica Ship
that Sailed the
Atlantic in 1893
1:30
Crazy Troll
Dwelling
Collages
Celebration
Iowa Singers
& Jazz Band
Chalk the Walk!
10:00 - 4:30
2:00 p.m.
3:00 p.m.
Mike McAbee
Lee Przybylski
“Yo-Yo Man”
(3:15-3:45)
Lew Klimesh
Maritza
Northern Lights
4:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m.
Lee Przybylski
“Yo-Yo Man”
(5:15-5:45)
6:00 p.m.
Marc Frana
7:00 p.m.
Lutefisk Eating
Contest 2:30
Howard
Amundson
An Apple a Day
and Other Old
Home Remedies
Kyle Elsbernd
Spoken choral
drama by
Robert Wolf
Ragnorak:
The Doom of the
Gods
Bunad Show
Upstart Crow
Theatreworks
The Secret Life
of Trolls
(3:00 & 3:45)
Upstart Crow
Theatreworks
The Secret Life
of Trolls
(4:30)
Celebration
Iowa Singers
& Jazz Band
Norwegian
Band
Lee Przybylski
“Yo-Yo Man”
(6:30-7:00)
Lew Klimesh
Kyle Elsbernd
Nordic Dancers
8:00 p.m.
Spoken choral
drama by
Robert Wolf
Ragnorak:
The Doom of the
Gods
El Caminos
9:00 p.m.
Torchlight Parade/Bonfire/Fireworks
10:00 p.m.
11:00 p.m.
12:00 a.m.
Norwegian National Anthem
Saturday, July 24:
Ja, vi elsker dette landet (Yes we love this country)
Torchlight/Bonfire/Fireworks
10:00 p.m.
Ja, vi elsker dette landet
Yes, we love this country
som det stiger frem,
as it rises forth,
furet, vaerbitt, over vannet,
rugged, weathered, above the sea,
med de tusen hjem,
with the thousands of homes.
Elsker, Elsker det og tenker
Love, love it and think
på vår far og mor
of our father and mother
og den saganatt som senker
and the saga night that sends
senker drømme på vår jord.
sends dreams to our earth.
Future Nordic Fest Dates
July 28 - 30, 2011
July 26 - 28, 2012
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July 25 - 27, 2013
July 24-26, 2014
Torchlight Parade - Meet at Canopy 2 and proceed to
Sutr (Norse Fire Giant) Celebration. Torches carried by
Nordic Fest Board members and honored friends.
Balder’s Fire Celebration - Torchlight Parade ends
with a giant bonfire at the sports complex behind
City Hall.
Fireworks - After Balder’s Fire Celebration, fireworks
display will appear over Upper Iowa River behind City
Hall. Music accompanying the fireworks provided by
Kephart’s Music Center.
About the Entertainers
Howard Amundson, An Apple a Day and Other Old Home Remedies— From
Minnetonka, Minn., and born in a poor area of Northern Minnesota after the
Depression, Amundson entertains with his memories of home medical remedies.
ArtHaus—Decorah’s home for visual, performing and literary
arts, provides quality arts experiences, and free or low-cost events
through the sponsorship of Decorah Regional Art Council. Activities include Face Painting, Crazy Troll Dwelling Collage, Chalk the
Walk!: Collaborate with our artists to cover the street in amazing
chalk drawings.
Back Home Boys— If you haven’t
been to a Back Home Boys show
you’re in for a real treat. The Boys have been
performing throughout the Tri-State area and as far
as Nebraska and South Dakota for 15 years. Come
on out to a show and you will see why they were
chosen for Wisconsin’s Country Music Band of the
Year not just once, but twice.
Bunad Show—Scandinavian Folk Costume show featuring a beautiful collection
of authentic Norwegian costumes. No charge.
Jim Busta Polka Band—Jim Busta Band has performed for 27 years world wide.
Come to listen and dance to this award winning polka band.
Celebration Iowa Singers and Jazz
Band—The Celebration Iowa program,
headquartered at Luther College, strives
to reflect the quality of Iowa high school
music programs in this educational,
performance and service-oriented summer
music experience. The action-packed
show includes song, dance and jazz band
favorites.
CW Von Arx and the Highway 3— CW is the lead
guitar player and co-founder of CW Von Arx & the
Highway 3. The Highway 3 consists of his twin sisters,
Olivia on bass guitar and vocals, Maria on drums and
vocals, and his dad, Chris, on rhythm guitar, piano and
lead vocals. The band is 100% family, very unique, and
fun to watch. They do rockabilly music from Johnny
Cash, Buddy Holly, Waylon Jennings, Elvis Presley, Stray
Cats and more.
El Caminos— Full service
rock n roll with a lil’ bit o’ country. A name like The El
Caminos can only signify one thing: top-notch cover
rock coming straight out of the heart of the Midwest.
There’s something for everyone in their set list!
Kyle Elsbernd—Norwegian folk, pop and rock songs.
Songs sung in Norwegian and accompanied by
acoustic guitar.
Marc Frana—One man band from Charles City – Great entertainer! Sung in
Norwegian.
Foot-Notes—Legendary four piece Norwegian
folk band from Decorah. The Foot-Notes have
been invited to play at The Kennedy Center in
Washington, D.C. this fall.
Tim Howland Polka— From Protivin, Iowa—Old
time polka music, country, 50’s, 60’s & 70’s.
Iowegians—A “One Man Band” featuring the
Norwegian style Chromatic Accordion.
Lew Klimesh— A fantastic entertainer hailing from Milwaukee, WI, Lew has
performed with many area groups. An accomplished luthier, singer, and
professional guitarist, Lew now makes his home in Spillville, IA and will entertain
you with many of his area friends and performers. Dance and sing along!
Roger & Mandy LaBarge Show—is like
going to see Garrison Keillor, only the entire
show is storytelling songs. Roger’s stories
are partly truth & partly fiction as you have
maybe heard in a song before.
Luren Singers—Founded in 1868, the
oldest Norwegian-American male chorus in
continuous existence in the US singing Norwegian national songs and popular
American repetoire.
Maritza— Repertoire includes hauntingly beautiful melodies forged in the
passionate history of Europe and Russia, lively Jewish wedding dance horas
and frailachs, Gypsy (Romany) music, and twisting rhythmic line dance tunes
from Bulgaria, Romania, Macedonia and Greece. Maritza features: Decorah area
musicians Pine Wilson on accordion; Ann Streufert on violin, viola, flute, and
percussion; Rob van Tyn on oboe, saxophones, and percussion; and Bill Musser on
acoustic bass. Minneapolis based drum instructor Will Kemperman rounds out
the ensemble on drums and percussion.
Midlife Crisis—Band from West Union featuring music
from the 50s and 60s, classic rock from the 70s and 80s
and a little country and new rock. Midlife Crisis’ song
list appeals to both late baby boomers and younger
music lovers and includes music from artists like Lynard
Skynard, ZZ Top, Eric Clapton, Eagles, Dire straits, BTO, The
Beatles, The Beach Boys and even Nickleback.
Mike McAbee—Local singer/
songwriter who plays up and down the Mississippi River Valley
from Guttenberg to Winona, and throughout the Midwest.
McAbee had national recognition on the syndicated radio
show, “Car Talk” performing his original song “20 Cars”.
Nordic Dancers— Decorah
4th & 9th grade students
perform Scandinavian dances for the 35th year.
A Nordic Fest favorite. Accompanied by their
own orchestra.
Northern Lights Women’s Chorale—A 65 voice
women’s chorus begun in 1996 with members
from Decorah and the surrounding area.
Conducted by Jane Kolarich and accompanied
by Linda Gjerdrum, the chorale enjoys singing two concerts a year and providing
musical entertainment for various community events. The title of their concert for
Nordic Fest is: WOMEN SING!
Norwegian Old Tyme Band—The Norwegian Old Tyme Band is based on the
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Band, which was organized by Pastor Paul
Hasvold around 1980 to play for Easter and Christmas services. The band soon
began playing old time dance music for Nordic Fest, and we hope to introduce
a little Dixieland and Ragtime music in our program this year. We have evolved
into a year around schedule, playing for church services, charities and festivals
in northeast Iowa. For Nordic Fest we invite Luther College music students
and other musicians from the Decorah area to help out.
Lee Przybylski— He narrows his eyes as he begins one of his new tricks, which
involves tossing the yo-yo off the string between his legs and catching it again.
The toy jumps off the string and through his legs, then ‘thud.’ The yo-yo hits the
ground. After picking up the hobby a few years ago, Przybylski has mastered
enough tricks that he’s expanding beyond the church basement performance.
He’s advanced to the point where he can’t learn anything new from yo-yoers in
the Cedar Valley, so he’s traveled to the Mall of America in Minnesota to watch
regional competitions and pick up ideas for new tricks. There’s no questioning
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About the Entertainers
his love for the game. He owns 28 yo-yos, and picked up juggling to improve
his hand-eye coordination. He’s even read a book that discusses the similarities
between quantum mechanics and yo-yoing.
Lorraine Straw, Viking: The Replica Ship that Sailed the Atlantic in 1893—A visually rich PowerPoint presentation about
the replica Viking ship that sailed from Norway to Chicago
for the World’s Columbian Exposition in 1893. Straw is from
Oregon, Illinois, and the ship is currently located in Geneva,
Illinois.
Ragnorak : The Doom of the Gods—A spoken choral
drama with masks, puppets, and mime retelling the
final battle between gods and giants as told in Norse
mythology. Ragnorak is the Norse vision of the end of
the world, but what comes after is the birth of a new
one. Written and directed by Robert Wolf, with music
by Paul Docken and puppets by Matthew Johnson
and Storypeople. Acted by Sharon Rossman, Peter and Mary Jorgensen, Steve
Johnson, Deb Paulson, Eric Paulson, and Sharon Huber. United Methodist Church,
302 W. Broadway
Upstart Crow Theatreworks, The Secret Life of Trolls—
Theatre performance by Decorah area young people
inspired by the much-maligned creatures trolls. Graciously
sponsored by multiple friends of Vesterheim.
Voices of Østfold, Norway— This choir of mixed voices
consists of singers from approximately 10 different choirs
from two counties in the south-eastern part of Norway. The choirs we represent
are mixed choirs, male and female choirs as well as smaller vocal groups. Music
from traditional Norwegian folk songs and hymns, national romantic works and
American songs from various periods and traditions.
Ricky Rowray—Outstanding balloon artistry. Ricky started to learn magic at
age 19 and has performed throughout the Midwestern United States for over 30
Pole Line Rd
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Dag Rossman, Troll Tales Old and New—Hear Dag’s
exciting tales and learn the truth about the trolls that
inhabit so many Scandinavian myths and folktales, both
traditional and literary. Rossman is from Decorah.
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Rochester Area Accordions—The Rochester Area Accordion Band is available
to play music from around-the-world or special ethnic music at request – polkas,
waltzes, two-stops and schottisches. The band which numbers from four to
twelve accordionists at each performance and one guitarist was formed in 1998.
LUTHER
The participants live in seven different communities in the Rochester Area. They
COLLEGE
share their music at the Rochester International Festival, Mayo Clinic, senior
living centers, ethnic events, private parties and nursing homes. The goal is to
keep accordion music alive in the South eastern section of
Minnesota.
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Square Dancers—Area dancers from 3 states featuring Les LaLone, Hall of Fame Caller,
who will be calling the Square Dancers.
Troll Artwalk
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Decorah Chick Hatchery, 406 W. Water
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Food & Demonstrations
Various locations around town.
Norwegian meatballs, beverages, bottled water- Thursday evening, Friday
& Saturday 10:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. Located near J Tupy’s, 211 W. Water
Street. Sponsored by Decorah High School Cross Country Teams.
Moo-Mobile Malts - Thursday 5:00 - 10:00 p.m., Friday & Saturday 9:00
a.m.-10:30 p.m. strawberry, chocolate & vanilla and many other flavors.
Located near the Oneota Community Food Co-op, 312 W. Water Street.
Sponsored by Decorah FFA and Boosters.
Nisse Nitrofreeze (lingonberry ice cream) and popcorn - Thursday evening,
Friday & Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Located on Winnebago Street.
Sponsored by the Lions Club.
Pork chops on a stick, roasted pork sandwiches, pop - Thursday evening,
Friday & Saturday 10:00 a.m.-closing. Located near Your Place, 307 W.
Water Street. Sponsored by Winneshiek Co. Pork Producers/Corn Growers.
Rosette & Rømmegrøt - Thursday 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Friday & Saturday
9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Located near Smock’s Barbershop,220 W. Water Street.
Sponsored by Canoe Ridge Lutheran Church.
Bratwurst, kraut, hot dogs, sweet soup, lemonade, pop & bottled waterThursday evening, Friday & Saturday 9:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. Located near
J.C. Penney, 101 W. Water Street. Sponsored by Sunflower Child Care &
Preschool.
Cinnamon rolls, kolaches, coffee and juice in the a.m. BBQ pork
sandwiches, maidrites, rosettes, bars, pie, pop, lemonade, and bottled
water the rest of the day. Located at the Decorah Middle School.
Sponsored by Ossian DeSales Child Care Center.
Grilled steak or roast beef sandwiches, locally raised and processed beef
brats & hot dogs, beverages, Spring Grove soda, iskrem med brus (ice
cream float) and beverages with ice- Friday & Saturday 10:00 a.m.-8:00
p.m. , shade and seating available. Located at the John Cline playground,
Claiborne Drive. Sponsored by Winneshiek County Cattlemen’s
Association.
Ice cream waffles, ice cream sundaes - Thursday evening, Friday &
Saturday 9:00 a.m-10:00 p.m. Located near Elaine’s, 212 W. Water Street.
Sponsored by Luther College Athletics.
Kringle (Soft buttermilk cookies)— Thursday 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.; Friday &
Saturday 9:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. Located near Gallery of Tops, 114 W. Water
Street. Sponsored by Glenwood Lutheran Church.
Krumkake - Thursday evening, Friday & Saturday 9:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.
Demonstrations in Bank of the West Lobby, 120 W. Water Street. Sales
in booth in front of the bank. Sponsored by Good Shepherd Lutheran
Church.
Lefse - Sales: Thursday 5:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m., Friday noon - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Times for demonstrations will be posted.
Located at the Oneota Professional Building, 511 W. Water Street.
Sponsored by Nordic Fest Board.
Limonade - Thursday 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; Friday & Saturday 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa, Oneota Service Unit.
Lingonberry Saft and Slushes- Thursday 5:00-9:00 p.m., Friday & Saturday
9:00 a.m. -9:00 p.m. Lingonberry juice drinks and slush drinks. Located near
Fancy Pants , 411 W. Water Street. Sponsored by Kinderhaus.
Rosettes, kringle, sandbakkels, krumkake, lemonade, iced tea, bottled
water & coffee - Thursday evening, Friday & Saturday 9:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.
Located near Happiness Is, 121 W. Water Street. Sponsored by Nordic
Dancers.
Smultringer - Norwegian donuts. Located near Donlon HealthMart, 201 W.
Water Street. Sponsored by Tri-State Amateur Radio Club.
Varme Pølse, soda pop, bottled water - Thursday evening, Friday &
Saturday 9:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. Located near T-Bock’s, 210 W. Water Street.
Sponsored by Beta Sigma Phi - Beta Tau, Pi Gamma, and Xi Zeta Omicron
Chapters.
Walking tacos, Swedish rice pudding, Spring Grove soda- Thursday
evening, Friday & Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Located near Rubaiyat
Restaurant, 117 W. Water Street. Sponsored by Northeast Iowa Montessori
School.
Glossary of Norwegian Terms
Elveløpet - The river run,
traditionally held as 5k and 15k
races early Nordic Fest Saturday
Rømmegrøt - Rich cream porridge
often topped with melted butter
and cinnamon
Fattigmann - Poor man’s cake
Rosemaling - Decorative floral
painting - Norwegian folk art
Flatbrød - Flat bread
Kaffe - Coffee
Kanoløpet - Canoe race
Konditori - Pastry shop
Rullepølse - Pressed meat
Kransekake - Almond ring cake
Saft og vann - Juice with water or
soft drink
Kringle - Soft doughy pretzel
shaped pastry
Sandbakkels - Sand tarts, pastry
Krumkake - Horn shaped pastry
Lefse - Norwegian staple - potato
based dough rolled into flat
rounds and baked on a griddle
Limonade – Lemonade
There will be additional demonstrations
all along Water Street—watch for signs.
Rosettes - Delicate, crisp lacy-like
pastry
Lutefisk - Cod soaked in lye
Sild - Herring
Smørbrød - Open faced
sandwiches
Smultringer - Norwegian donuts
Søtsuppe - Sweet soup of various
dried fruits in juice, served cold
Mandal-vannbakkel – Almond puff
Varme pølse – Sausage wrapped
in lefse
Mange takk - Many thanks
Velkommen - Welcome
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Meal Locations
Indoor seated meal venues
Thursday, July 22:
Dining Locations at Luther College—
Marty’s- Gourmet coffee, pizza & sandwiches. Thursday 2:00 -10:00 p.m.
Oneota Coffee Shop - Luther College Centennial Union. Thursday 7:30
a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Friday, July 23:
Norwegian Lunch - Congregational U.C.C. Church, 209 W. Broadway,
11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Menu includes: “Smoked Capon Salad” homemade
dressings, fresh fruit cup or sweet soup, homebaked butterhorns and lefse,
served with “real butter,” meat and cheese trays, herring, cookies, and
Norwegian pastries. Beverages, included. Adults $9.00. Children 12 years
and under, 50¢ per year. (563) 382-2661.
Smørgåsbord - Decorah Lutheran Church. 309 Winnebago. 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Menu: Norwegian meatballs, ham, mashed potatoes, gravy, herring (sild),
green beans, coleslaw, relish tray, lefse, rolls, sweet soup, rømmegrøt,
cheese, Norwegian pastries, coffee, iced tea, milk. Adults, $10; children
under 10, $5. Air-conditioned dining room and handicap accessible.
Tickets will be available at the church office beginning Thursday, July
1 and at the Chamber office starting Monday, July 19 - Friday, July 23.
Monday - Wednesday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. ; Thursday and Friday, 8:00 a.m.
- 4 p.m. Also, tickets will be sold at Decorah Lutheran Church, Thursday,
4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.; Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Bus tours welcome! Call
Decorah Lutheran at (563) 382-3601.
Dining Locations at Luther College—
Luther College Cafeteria - Luther College Centennial Union. Breakfast
served 7:00-8:30 a.m.; lunch served, 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.; dinner served,
4:30-6:00 p.m.; Cafeteria line. All you can eat. Breakfast, $4.25; lunch $5.75;
dinner, $7.75. Please call for child rates. Tour groups are welcome! (563)
387-2000.
Marty’s - Gourmet coffee, pizza & sandwiches. Friday 2:00 -10:00 p.m.
Saturday, July 24:
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.
Norwegian Dinner - First Lutheran Church, 604 W. Broadway. Air
conditioned. Saturday, 4:15 - 7:30 p.m. with reserved seating times.
Meatballs, ham, herring, glazed carrots, parsley potatoes, cheeses, lefse,
salads, sweet soup, rømmegrøt, Norwegian pastries, beverages. Adults,
$12; children 10 & under, $6. Advance tickets may be purchased at the
church office and the Chamber of Commerce. On Saturday the remaining
tickets will be available all day at the Chamber of Commerce and at the
church beginning at 4:00 p.m. Groups welcome! Call Diann Marten at
(563) 382-5537.
Dining Locations at Luther College—
Luther College Cafeteria - Luther College Centennial Union. Breakfast
served 7:00-8:30 a.m.; lunch served, 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.; dinner served,
4:30-6:00 p.m.; Cafeteria line. All you can eat. Breakfast, $4.25; lunch $5.75;
dinner, $7.75. Please call for child rates. Tour groups are welcome! (563)
387-2000.
Marty’s- Gourmet coffee, pizza & sandwiches. Saturday 9:00 a.m. 10:00 p.m.
Sunday, July 25:
Dining Locations at Luther College—
Luther College Cafeteria - Luther College Centennial Union. Sunday
breakfast, 7:00-8:30 a.m. Cafeteria line. All you can eat. Breakfast, $4.25.
Please call for child rates. Tour groups are welcome! Contact Warren Palm,
director of Dining Services, (563) 387-1030.
We invite you to enjoy the Decorah area’s many restaurants.
For a complete listing visit www.decorahareachamber.com or call (800) 382-3378.
Oneota Coffee Shop - Luther College Centennial Union.
Friday 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Church Services
All services are Sunday unless otherwise noted.
Decorah Services
Congregational United Church of Christ - 209 W. Broadway. 10:30 a.m. worship.
(563) 382-2661
Decorah Covenant Church - 115 Washington. 9:30 a.m. worship. Blended worship
style. Everyone welcome. Child care provided. (563) 382-1342.
Decorah Lutheran Church - 309 Winnebago. 5:30 p.m. Saturday and 8:30 Sunday.
English/Norwegian service for both. Air conditioned, handicap accessible. (563)
382-3601
First Lutheran Church - 604 West Broadway. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Norwegian
Service in English. (563) 382-2638
First United Methodist Church - 302 W. Broadway. 9:00 a.m. worship, coffee
follows. (563) 382-3835
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church - 701 Iowa Avenue. Worship on Saturday at 5:00
p.m., Sunday morning worship service at 9:30 a.m. (563) 382-3963
Stone Ridge Community Church - 506 W. Broadway. 9:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist,
sermon with hymns. (563) 382-3320
Grace Fellowship - 1111 Montgomery Street. 10:00 a.m. worship service.
(563) 382-4825
St. Benedict’s Catholic Church - 201 Court Street. Saturday 5:30 p.m., Sunday 7:30
a.m., 10:00 a.m. (563) 382-9631
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Other Area Churches
Big Canoe Lutheran Church - 9 miles northeast of Decorah on Locust Road, 3 miles east of
Locust on Big Canoe Road. 9:00 a.m. worship (563) 546-7978
Burr Oak Lutheran Church - 8:30 a.m. worship. (563) 735-5925
Canoe Ridge Lutheran Church - 1316 Canoe Ridge Rd. 10:30 a.m. worship. (563) 382-5456
Christian Life Center/Assembly of God - 2513 River Road, Freeport. Worship 10:30 a.m.
(563) 382-8711
Glenwood Lutheran Church - 10 miles east on Old Stage Road. 8:30 a.m. worship.
(563) 382-2747
Hauge Lutheran Church - 3147 Middle Hesper Rd. 6 miles on Locust Road, then left 1 1/2
miles. 10:30 a.m. worship. (563) 382-3240
Hesper Lutheran Church - 4 miles north on Highway 52, then west on W34 10 miles.
10:00 a.m. worship. (563) 735-5925
Highland Lutheran Church - Located 5 miles north of Big Canoe on Highlandville Road.
Worship service at 10:30 a.m. Fellowship and coffee after the service.
(563) 546-7978
Madison Lutheran Church - 6 miles west of Decorah Campground on the Madison
blacktop. 10:00 a.m. worship. (563) 737-2584
St. John’s Lutheran Church - 1638 Big Canoe Rd. On Locust Road in Locust. 9:00 a.m.
(563) 382-5413
Trinity Lutheran - 306 W. Clark St., Calmar. 10:30 a.m. worship. (563) 562-3202
Washington Prairie Lutheran Church - Highway 9 East to W-42 , 2.6 miles to church, follow
signs. 10:00 a.m. worship. (563) 382-3247
NORDIC FEST 2010 HONOREES
2010 Nordic Fest Grand Marshals
Just as Meredith Wilson is famous for his timeless musical “The Music Man”, the Kephart family has been
synonymous with Midwest band programs for 50 years. The Kephart legacy goes back to the 1950 when
Russ Kephart accepted the one-day-a week band job for the Hultquist Music Store in Muscatine. Russ, an
ex-Air Force French horn player, had just graduated from the University of Missouri. For three years Russ
lived in Muscatine and successfully ran the part-time band programs at area schools. He also taught private
music instrumental lessons in Cook’s Music Shop Studio in Muscatine and did instrument repairs for the
store as well.
In 1953, Hultquist’s store in Davenport was purchased by Cook’s Music Shop and Russ, Lynne and their son,
Rusty, came to work in the Davenport area. Shortly thereafter Russ became a district manager for Leblanc
Corporation covering a large Midwest area which included the state of Iowa. He called on music retailers as
well as leading music educators and professional musicians in the Midwest. During this tenure, Russ met
Weston Noble, at that time the head of the music department at Luther College, who suggested he take
over as Varsity band Director at Luther College and also buy the Thurst Kjome Music Store in Decorah. They
investigated the Kjome Store further and eventually worked out a “deal” with Thurst Kjome to buy the store.
On July 1, 1960, the music store in Decorah officially became Kephart’s Music Center.
The legacy and connection of Kephart’s Music Center and Decorah began that July and will be celebrated
with their 50th anniversary this summer. The entire Kephart family, Russ, Lynne, Rusty and Jim, as well as
their families have been connected with Nordic Fest, Luther College and the Decorah area for the past
five decades. Russ and Lynne have supported Nordic Fest during these past decades and Rusty and
his wife, Wendy, have been involved as Nordic Fest board members and strongly supported the Fest’s
entertainment program. Jim and his wife, Ann, have served as directors for their son’s Nordic Dancer group
from 2004-2013 and are planning to serve as the director of the Junior Dancers which began in 2009 and
will continue until 2018. Jim was a Nordic Fest himself form 1973-1982.
The headline of the paper could read “Kephart’s Music Center & Its Families Support Nordic Fest for the Past
50 Years”, but the truth is Russ, Lynne, Rusty, Wendy, Jim and Ann, and their families, have supported the
Fest and the greater Decorah area. It seems appropriate that the “Music Man“ of Decorah, Russ Kephart,
and his extended families were selected as the 2010 Nordic Fest Grand Marshals!
ABOUT THE COVER
Students taking Computer Graphics classes at Decorah High School
were asked to submit artwork for this year’s program cover. Featured
on the cover is artwork by Lineke Oegema, a foreign exchange student
from the Netherlands. Pictured here are the other submissions.
Taylor Stille
Ben Blackburn
Gunnar Rollins
Lineke Oegema
Christian Pearson
Christian Pearson
Tarrah Ballard
Cody Barloon
2010 Nordic Fest Flag Recipient
Ever since returning to Decorah in 1999, after a rather extensive
search for where they wanted to live, Sharon and Douglas “Dag”
Rossman have been actively involved in many aspects of Nordic
culture both in Decorah and beyond.
Both are native to Wisconsin, Sharon form Milwaukee and Dag from
Waukesha. Each of them pursued a separate career in education.
Sharon worked in special education and Dag worked as a university
biologist at Louisiana State University, specializing in herpetology.
Each married and raised a family.
Dag has had a life-long interest in myths and legends and the role
they play in preserving and transmitting cultural values. Since 1980
he has focused on the ancient tales of Scandinavia, telling and
writing these stories for a wide range of enraptured audiences. He
first visited Decorah in 1985, primarily because of the resources at
Vesterheim. Former Vesterheim curator and director Darrel Henning
“recruited” Dag who then wrote a letter to Dr. Marion Nelson. Nelson
in turn responded by inviting Dag to take part in Nordic Fest by
telling these stories. He has been telling these tales at Nordic Fest
ever since 1989 under the sponsorship of Vesterheim.
Doug and Sharon met in July 985 at Masse More (“A Lot of Fun”), a camp operated in District 5 of the Sons
of Norway near Eau Claire, WI. The Rossmans recently celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary. Together
they have one daughter, three sons and four grandchildren.
Upon their move to Decorah, Dag and Sharon promptly developed a temporary exhibit at Vesterheim
entitled “Echoes of Odin: Norse Mythology in Scandinavia and America.” They co-authored a book, “Valhalla
in America: Norse Myths in Wood at Rock Island State Park,” published in 1999. Four other books on Norse
mythology have since been published from 2000-2009. Sharon often illustrates Dag’s writings.
The Rossmans are the first of their families to live in Iowa, choosing Decorah because of Vesterheim. Luther
College and the beauty of the “driftless area” of Northeast Iowa. They are active in the Sons of Norway,
having both served in various positions, including President. Sharon volunteers at Vesterheim as a guide in
the outdoor division, and with school children on their trips to the museum. IN addition she volunteers at
the Decorah Public Library , RSVP and “Decorah Roads”
They proposed the theme “Northern deLights” for the 2009 Nordic Fest and helped coordinate activities
related to the Sámi culture of Northern Scandinavia for that year’s fest. For their contributions to
Vesterheim, Nordic Fest and the Decorah community, Sharon and Douglas Rossman are worthy recipients
of the Nordic Fest Flag for 2010.
Andrew Meyer
Logan Leuschow
Marshall Doughty
Cody Hanson
Tyler Vobr
Rex Borseth
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Nordic Fest Members
NORDIC FEST BOARD OF DIRECTORS
VIKING CLUB ($750 & up)
Decorah Bank & Trust Co.
Hacker, Nelson & Co., P.C.
Luther College
Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum
SPONSOR ($500 - $749)
Michelle Mullins, President
Cindy Schissel, Vice President
Rich Reiser, Treasurer
Wendy Spilde, Secretary
Steve Johnson, Membership
Janet Thompson, Membership
Marcia Fox , Antique Show/Arts & Crafts
Scott Lewis, Sporting Events
Kendall Dammeier, Sporting Events Asst.
Sue Sander, Parade
Lori Pierce, Merchandise
Brenda Balk, Information & Bus Tours
Cindy Schissel, Physical Management
Erica Reiser, Canopy 5
Clark Goltz, Advertising
Rusty Kephart, Entertainment
Michelle Mullins, Button/Programs
Maureen Stockman, Food
Nancy Elsbernd, Food
Ex-Officio
Nikki Brevig, Decorah Chamber Director
Tom Courtney, Decorah Police
Darin Svenson, Historian
Jim & Ann Kephart, Nordic Dancers
Don Berg, Luren Singers/ Sons of Norway
Kirsten Heine, Vesterheim Museum
endowments
Decorah Bank & Trust
Roger Fjestul Memorial
Renda Saquitne Memorial
Jack Thompson
Dorothy Johnson
Nordic Flag donors:
Decorah Bank & Trust
Richard & Joie Cole
Norwegian Mutual Insurance
Robert & Arlene Houlihan
Marilyn Jones
Dorothy Johnson
❒ 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 ($25 - $49)
Name: _______________________________________________________________________________________________
Contributions of $25 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 the program is May 31).
Viking Club members will receive one free ad in the Nordic Fest program.
Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________________
❒ I wish to contribute to the Nordic Fest Endowment.
Name: ___________________________________________________________________________________________
Memorial: ______________________________________________________Amount enclosed:____________________
Contributions to Nordic Fest qualify as a tax deduction (501(c)3). Contact your financial advisor for details.
Please return to the
Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce or send to
Nordic Fest, P.O. Box 364, Decorah, IA 52101
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Drs. Meehan & Schwartz Family Eyecare
The Family Table
Mark and Lois Finanger
Mabe’s Pizza/ Steve & Connie White
Olson Explosives, Inc.
Drew & Cheryl Pellett
PATRON ($250 - $499)
Amundson Clothing, Inc.
Cal & Betty Anderson
Jack Anundsen
Anundsen Publishing Co.
Bank of the West
Black Hills Energy
Duane and Eileen Bruening
Chiropractic Offices/Dr. Kelly
Reagan
Decorah Hatchery, Inc.
Donlon Health Mart Pharmacy
Erdman Engineering, P.C.
Scott, Ann & Roberta Fjelstul/
Fjelstul Funeral Home
Larry & Diane Grimstad
Jon & Mary Hart
Paul & Lisa Hudson/ State
Farm Insurance
Dan F. Huebner
Lynch BBQ Company
Mathy Construction
Nordic Express
Norwegian Mutual Insurance
Assn.
Mark & Jenny Olson
Ken & Ruth Procter Family
Randall J. Olson D.D.S.
Vanberia International Gifts
Viking State Bank
In-kind contributors
Nordic Fest gratefully acknowledges the individuals, businesses and
organizations that support the celebration through their contributions of
supplies and services.
Decorah Street Dept.
Anderson, Wilmarth,
Decorah Viking Honda
Van Der Maaten, Belay & Fretheim
Hacker, Nelson & Co., P.C.
Bank of the West
Iowa Rotocast
Bruening Rock Products
KDEC Radio
Cary’s Welding
Lang’s Dairy
John Condon
Tim Lynch
Decorah Bank & Trust Co.
Malcom Enterprises
Decorah Area Chamber of
Olson Explosives
Commerce
Oneota Professional Building
Decorah Building Supply
Rockweiler Appliances
Decorah Community Schools
Voltmer Electric
Decorah Fire Department
Wapsie Produce
Decorah Kawasaki
Zelda Productions
Decorah Newspapers
Decorah Police Dept.
Nordic Fest is going green! Please recycle!
SUSTAINER ($100 - $249)
A & J Petersburg Agency
Alliant Energy
Anderson, Wilmarth, VanDer
Maaten, Belay & Fretheim
Karl & Sylvia Aschim
Donald & Barbara Berg
Robin & Jane Blomquist
Keith and Amy Bruening
Dr. James & Jane Bullard
Joseph & Ingrid Callaghan
David & Brenda Carlson
Eric & Cynthia Carlson
Loma & Frederic Carlson
Sandy & Reed Carlson
Bev & Elliott Christen
Keith & Dawn Deines
Christensen
Culvers of Decorah
Nancy Elsbernd
Clayton Engen
The Family Care Clinic
Elwin & Helen Farwell
Fidelity Bank & Trust
Kent & Lois Finanger
Jane & Irv Forster
Mick & Diann Frey
Ben & Padrin Grimstad
Joe & Ann Grimstad
Gundersen Lutheran - Decorah
Clinic
Jerry Haugen
Marilyn M. Holland
Sharon Hotchkiss
Hotel Winneshiek
Arlene & Robert Houlihan
Thor & Darlene Jondahl
Dave & Gail Judisch
Clair & Helen Knutson
David & Kris Kratz
Marilynn & Bob Larson
Willard & Yvonne Linnevold
Tim and Mary K. Lynch
Dan & Ann Mansfield
Marilyn’s Hallmark Shop
Meyer, Lorentzen & Nelson
Jane & Brad Miller
Michelle Mullins
Andy & Nancy Nelson
Corinne & Harland Nelson
Cy & Ramona Nelson
Glenn Nelson
Ness Pumping Service
Marc & Sherry Nichols
Paul & Bev Nichols
Northeast Security Bank
Dale & Karla Olson
Helen & Ken Olson
Dale & Judy Peter
Marilyn & Francis Peterson
Darrell & Sondra Pierce
Max & Linda Quaas
Frank & Jo Marie Riha
Dr. Mary Margaret Roberts
Col. Lucille M. Roberts, Ret.
Rockwell Collins
Jeff & Marilyn Roverud
Kevin & Leslie Sand
Neil & Ruth Schraeder
Brad, Amy, Grant & Drew
Schwartz
Skyline Construction, Inc.
Valdres Lodge 1-503 Sons of
Norway
StoryPeople Graphics, Inc.
Josh & Dawn Svenson-Holland
Dean & Karen Teslow
Jim & Janet Thompson
Richard & Judith Torgerson
Bob & Pat Usgaard
Janice & Allen Vik
Wayne & Phyllis Wasta
Jim & Caroline Weis
Weis Buick GMC, Inc.
Wicks Construction, Inc.
Winneshiek Medical Center
Don & Connie Wold
The National Exhibition of Folk Art
in the Norwegian Tradition
July 17-24, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Westby-Torgerson Education Center, Free Admission
BOOSTERS ($50 - $99)
Hazel Amundson
Stan & Fran Jeffers
Dr. David & Kathy Bakken
Curt & Tess Johnson
John Bale
Steven & Barbara Johnson
Joel Botten
Marilyn Jones
Collyn & Renee Bridges
Paul & Jenine Jordahl
William & Karen Brown
Rusty & Wendy Kephart
Kari & Jim Burns
James & Arlene Lage
Curt & Gloria Carpenter
Reginald & Jerilyn Laursen
Steve & Dena Chambliss
Richard & Penny Leake
Donald & Dona Childs
Phyllis Leseth
Richard and Joie Cole
Jim and Renee Lillibridge
Mike & Pat Dahly
Jim & Esther Lindgren
David Olson & Associates
Kevin & Mini Locke
Decorah Chevrolet & Cadillac, Inc.
Margaret’s
Decorah Rental, Inc.
Marine Credit Union
Decorah Rotary Club
Diann Marten
Decorah Tire Service
The Master’s Touch
Dale & Arlene Dougherty
Larry and LaVonne Monson
Richard Drackley
Mracek Plumbing, Heating &
Elaine’s
Electric, LLC
Ed & Joyce Epperly
Frank Nelson
Ron & Marcy Fadness
Roy & Beverly Nelson
Fareway Stores, Inc.
Weston Noble
Mike & Pat Fitzgerald
Sue & Lyle Otte
Ruth Fjelstad
Perry Novak Electric, Inc.
Ron & Karen Fretheim
Timothy & Sandra Peter
Jerry & Ann Freund/Highum
Verna Peterson
Friest & Assoc. Realtors
Scott & Lori Pierce
Bev Crumb and Ron Gesme
Vic & Peg Pinckney
Jerry & Elaine Gipp
Putnam Law Office
Craig & Cristel Gjerde
Carole Rambo
Kim & Mary Glock
Harley & Norma Refsal
Clark & Shelly Goltz
Phil & Ruth Reitan
Nan & Don Gray
Robert & Lucille Rosholt
Justin & Jeanne Gullekson
David & Joy Roslien
Jim & Susan Haemker
Hagen & Kallevang, P.C.
Ray & Elaine Hansen
Bradley & Marion Hanson
Ed & Judy Hartnett
acker
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Hart’s Tea & Tarts
certified public accountants
Paul & Carol Hasvold
and business consultants
Gene & Ruby Hermeier
Vern and Jean Hillesland
Joseph A. Bouska, cpa
Hovden Oil Co., Inc.
Kenneth R. Keune
Bill & Donna Rae Ibanez
Neil W. Schraeder
Inspire(d) Media LLC
J. Tupy’s on Water Street
563 382-3637 • 123 W. Water St.,
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Decorah, Ia
email@hackernelson.com
ATM CASH
for Nordic Festivities
Downtown locations:
Main Bank, 202 E. Water St. • Oneota Food Co-op, 312 W. Water St.
Luther College, Centennial Union • South Drive-thru, 1006 Division St.
Nordic Express, 1101 Montgomery St.
Casey’s General Stores, Hwy 9 & Old Stage Rd. and 401 College Dr.
Winneshiek Medical Center, 901 Montgomery St.
Sponsored by Kate Rattenborg of Decorah
and Thrivent Financial for Lutherans
523 W. Water St., Decorah • 563-382-9681 • vesterheim.org
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Linus & Elsie Rothmeyer
John Rotto
Marion Rude
Darron & Sue Sander
Schluter-Balik Funeral Home
Eric & Annette Schweinefus
Sims TV & Electronic
The Sport Shop, Inc.
Larry & Deanna Stevenson
Wilbur & Eunice Stoen
Don & Sally Stromseth
David & Donna Svenson
DiAnn Svenson
Jack O. Thompson
John & Karen Tjostem
Joann Voltmer
Marilyn Wahlberg
Barb & Jeff Wettach
Winneshiek Mutual Ins. Assoc.
Winneshiek Title & Abstract Co.
Chris & Karen Wyse
Joanne Yarwood
Peter & Ellen Zimmerman
New Patients Welcome!
• Comprehensive Eye Health Care
• Contact Lenses
• Refractive Surgery Consultation
• Area’s Largest Eyewear Selection
Make your appointment today!
HOURS
7:30-5:30 M, W, TH, F
7:30-7:00 TUESDAY
805 Montgomery St., Decorah (Located on the campus of Winneshiek Medical Center)
563 382-4279 • www.decoraheye.com • 24 HOUR EMERGENCY LINE: 563 382-4279
MEMBERS ($25 - $49)
Julie & Ron Ahrens
Kevin and Jana Albers
Norm & Dorothy Aldridge
Jim & Martha Alm
Dave & Jill Amdahl
Richard & Barbara Amundson
Rev. Paul & Sarah Andersen
Andrew Anderson
Roger & Anne Anderson
Rev. David H. Andreae
Anonymous
Anonymous
Donald & Phyllis Arendt
Jerry & JoAnn Aulwes
Vernon & Donna Bahr
Brenda Balk
Owen & Naomi Bekkum
Berg Cabinets & Construction, LLC.
Michael & Carol Bergan
Arlin T. Branhagen
Brandon & Nikki Brevig
Barbara Buckton
James & Mary Lou Busta
Bart & Barbara Butler
Lyle Jr. & Marybeth Cary
J. Gordon & Agnes Christianson
The Country Garden
Naomi Craft
Steve Crider, Sr.
Don & Phyllis Crump
Curves
Barbara & Jim Dale
Day Spring Spa
Decorah Community School District
Decorah Genealogy Association
Decorah Memorial Co.
Decorah Mobile Glass Inc.
Dee Dee’s Bed & Breakfast
Elwyn Dotzenrod
Mike & Karen Durnin
Eckhearts Art & Antique Gallery
Alan & Sue Ellickson
Rik & Marcia Engebretson
Lindsay & Karla Erdman
Faith Prigge Interior Design
Rachel & David Faldet
Farmers & Merchants Savings Bank
Marlene & Duane Fenstermann
Merlyn & Shirley Finley
Tom & Marj Fjelde
Rick & Sarah Fromm
Vic & Dianne Fye
Carol, Rich & Christine Gaard
Chuck & Ranae Gipp
Mark and Christine Gowdy-Jaehnig
Chuck & Terri Grosser
Darvin & Norma Hacker
Herb & Carol Hageman
Dean & LaRue Hagen
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Paul & Jean Hardy
Elsie M. Haugen
Helen Hendrickson
Kermit & Nora Hendrickson
Paul Hexom
George &Margaret Hills
Jim & Sandy Hoeg
Frank & Vicki Holland
Bob & Colleen Holtan
Terry & Charis Hovden
Dave & Martha Huinker
Chuck & Marilyn Istad
LeRoy & Jean Iverson
Lyle & Babe Jacobson
Irma Johnson
Irma P. Johnson
Lee & Ruth Johnson
K & H Custom Apparel
Haldis Kaasa
Lois M. Kaplan
Kelly Real Estate
Jane Kemp
Ken & Sue Keune
Dolly Kirchner
Ethel Kvammen
Anton & Marilyn Larson
Duane & Arlene Larson
Steve & Jennifer Larson
Gary and Geraldine Lee
Maury & Eileen Lenz
Elaine Lowry
Pat Luren
Florence Lynch
Robert & Irene McQueen
R. Dale & Dorothy Miller
William Naef
Dean and Barbara Nelson
John & Arlene Nelson
Jaerdis Nesheim
Kenneth & Ruth Nesset
Barbara Nordschow
O’Henry’s Stitches-N-Prints
Michas and Alma Ohnstad
Jerry & Jean O’Malia
Howard Omdahl
Once Upon a Time
Oneota Community Co-op
Coleen Orwoll
Laverne Paidar
Porter House Museum
Richard & Erica Reiser
River & Trail Outfitters
Rockweiler Appliane & TV
Lyle & Mary Rodman
Rosemary and Frank Roehl
David & Annette Rooney
Dennis & Janet Roseland
Dag & Sharon Rossman
Raymond A. Rovang
Marcia Fox
Todd & Lara Schissel
James & Karen Martin-Schramm
Beverly & Dick Schuman
Helen M. Schweizer
Dave & Jan Siefken
Marv & Mickey Slind
Luann Smith
Jeanette & Craig Spilde
St. Benedict Parish
St. Benedict’s Knights of
Columbus
Ben & Stephanie Steines
Bob & Dode Stoskopf
Morten & Connie Strand
Sunflower Child Care
& Preschool
Rich & Linda Svenson
Steven & Diane Svestka
& Family
T - Bock’s Sports Bar & Grill
Ron & Nina Taylor
Marty Teetshorn
Jerry & Elaine Thompson
Joe & Rhonda Thompson
Ken & Mary Timmerman
Jane Tollefson
Trudy Tommeraasen
Robert & Susan Torkelson
Unlimited Spirit
Soren and Patricia Urberg
Kenneth & Jane Vande Berg
Mary Wall
Ervin & Lorriane Wangness
Norma J. Wangsness
Wapsie Produce, Inc.
William & Carolyn Wehrmacher
Barbara Welgos
Sharon & Kevin Weselmann
Bernie & Colleen Wetli
Donis L. Whalen
George & Marjorie Wharton
Craig & Marilyn Newhouse
What’s New Antiques
Roger & Muriel Wheatman
Winneshiek Co. Historical
Society
Ole & Naomi Winter
Jon & Shawn Young
Breakfast Served All Day
Hours: 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Everyday
817 Mechanic Street, Decorah, Iowa • 563 382-2964
Olson
Explosives, Inc.
dba Olson Trucking
1837 Trout Run Rd., Decorah, IA 52101
563 382-2953 • Fax: 563 382-4827
Owners: Judy L. Peter & Mark L. Olson
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
Thank you to
Bruening Rock Products for moving all of the Nordic Fest Booths
and to Volmer Electic for electrical work for the Fest!
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go to www.nordicfest.com
The West Broadway-Phelps Park Historic
District was placed on the National
Register of Historic Places in 1976. It
offers a capsule history Decorah: Court
House, churches, jail, homes, from
1850s to 1970s. All styles of Midwest
architecture are represented. Shows early
preservation of park areas.
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Butterfly
Garden
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To
St. John’s Church
Hauge Church
Big Canoe Church
Highland Church
Decorah Middle
School
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Chamber of Commerce
Nordic Fest Attraction
(see pg. 12)
Church
Garden Tour
KEY
SEE PAGE 12 FOR ENLARGEMENT OF DOWNTOWN
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by separating trash from recyclables and placing
each into appropriate containers. Look for convenient
receptacles located throughout the downtown area.
Main Information Center
Torchlight Parade/Bonfire
Public Restrooms
www.nordicfest.com • 800-382-FEST(3378).
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