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See page 4 Celebrate Leif Erikson Day (Leifur Eirikson Day)
and the achievements of Icelanders Saturday, October 13, 2018, 12 noon – 9 pm, Scandinavian Centre
See page 4 Vinarterta Class, October 14, 2018, Sunday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The kitchen of the Scandinavian Cultural Centre
A one-day class to teach you how to make a complete vinarterta: the prune filling, the ‘cookie’ rounds, how to bake them, and put it all together, and, you will take home your vinarterta
The Icelandic Canadian Club of B.C. will be hosting
a tour group from Iceland
led by Halldór Árnason, former and long-term President
of the Icelandic National League, Iceland
A gathering will be held at the Scandinavian Centre
6540 Thomas Street, Burnaby, BC V5B 4P9
Saturday, September 8th between 3:00 and 5:00 p.m.
Do come and welcome our visitors from Iceland.
The Icelandic Canadian Club of British Columbia
N E W S L E T T E R
LANGUAGE LESSONS September 18—November 6, 2018 (8 Weeks), Tuesdays, 7-9 pm Scandinavian Cultural Centre, 6540 Thomas Street, Burnaby, BC
Language Instructors: Gunnar Hansson, Edda Langworth
A new set of Icelandic language classes will start on
Tuesday, September 18, 7-9 pm
and will run for eight weeks in total, every Tuesday until November 6, 2018.
As in recent years, classes will be run jointly by Gunnar Ólafur Hansson and Edda Langworth.
The class will break into two groups, 'Level 1 - a beginners group' and ‘Level 2 - a more advanced group’.
The fee for participating is $60 per person for the full set of eight classes.
Those interested in taking the classes must register in advance by
contacting Gunnar at [email protected] or 604-351-3945.
Everyone Welcome.
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PASSINGS
BRYNJOLFSON, Angela Maria (nee Markowski/ Arnason) March 27, 1926 - August 9, 2018 Predeceased by her husbands Ben (2016) and Marvin (1973), and her son Jon (2017). Survived by her children Lyn, Bob and Kathryn, and stepdaughters, Merrilyn, Carol, Dianne and Kathie. Angela had 12 grandchildren and numerous great- grandchildren. She was born in Edmonton, Alberta and moved to Vancouver where she met Marvin Arnason. Angela worked for the Bank of Montreal and later for BC Tel in Data Processing. Steve died in 1973. She married Ben Brynjolfson in 1979. Angela was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary for the Canadian Legion and was a previous member of Sóskin, where she served as president for a few years. Sóskin is an affiliate member of the Icelandic Canadian Club of BC. Angela was known and loved by many and will be greatly missed! A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, September 15 in Surrey. Contact [email protected] with questions. EDGE, James Watson It is with great sadness that we announce, Jim Edge, age 100 on May 13, 2018 loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 5, 2018 at Menno Hospital in Abbotsford. Predeceased by his wife and soulmate, Fjola in January, 2016, he leaves his son Ron (Mary) Mattson, grandchildren Rina and Paul, daughter Linda Earle, grandchildren Lee and Stephanie, daughter Muriel (Wilbur) Schultz and son Royce (Loreena) Edge, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Jim was loved, admired and respected by all who met him – a truly beautiful soul who never had an unkind word to say about anyone. His wife Fjola was a long-term member and James a long-term supporter of the Icelandic Club of BC.
FARADAY (nee Sephton), Joan Doreen 1929-2018 Joan, aged 88, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2018 at home with family by her side. Predeceased by parents Auður and Austin, husband Lorne, son Ricky, great-grandson Joshua and son-in-law Ronnie, she will
be remembered with profound love and gratitude by her daughters Karen, Andrea (Earl), Kelly and Michelle (Darren), grandchildren Dagan, Keely (Micah), Tyler and Michael, great-grandchildren Jayla, Kianna, Ethan, Ava, Orion, Seth, Lucas, Mya, Aubrey, Austin and Ella, and forever-family Lia, Kyla and Rachel.
Our mum and amma, Joan, loved each of us differently and perfectly. Her life was shaded by immense pain and loss, which robbed her of the joy she deserved, but she taught us to survive the darkness and find a way to laugh. She was shy, insecure, loving, generous, whimsical, wildly inappropriate, hilarious, fierce and sweet, but her greatest gift was the ability to draw in people who needed to tell their story to someone who could understand their pain. In that way, she was a mother to everyone. We will miss her forever.
JOHNSON, Linda (Stieler) September 21, 1939 - June 24, 2018 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Linda Stieler Johnson (Thorsteinson). Predeceased by her first husband Richard Stieler, mother Sigrid, brother Ron, and husband Barry Johnson. She is survived by her son Richard, daughters Jill (Dan), Shelley (Sean) and by the grandchildren she adored just about more than anything, Leifer and Lucie. And, by her sweet little granddog Ruby. She leaves behind cherished family in Vancouver, Winnipeg, Ontario, Iceland, and Norway as well as friends and colleagues from around the globe. Her career as a psychotherapist and registered clinical counsellor allowed her to do what she did best, which was helping others. At age 50, she graduated with honours from UBC. She went on to fulfill her dream of a private practice, and False Creek Counselling Centre was born. She was instrumental in bringing EMDR therapy to the forefront in Vancouver, and created an impressive list of accomplishments to her resume throughout her career. She was also a long serving director on the Board of the False Creek Community Centre, supporting her beloved home of more than 30 years, Granville Island. Words cannot express how much she is missed. Our mom was a presence and a force, and filled big spaces! But none more than our hearts. She was a helper and a healer and believed in everyone. She had a beautiful life, an even more beautiful heart, the best sense of humour and a capacity to make everyone feel worthy, and loved. For Ellen, Carol, Jane,
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Graeme, and Joan...her tribe...thank you for the gift of your friendship. For our family in Winnipeg...she kept you all in her heart through stories and so many fond memories. She was so proud of her roots, and of the lifelong friendships she created there. And for the Burlington crew...the originals! Elsie, Sydney, and Lois...your friendship has been treasured for more than 5 decades. She loved you and all of her friends dearly. A celebration (or in her own words, an event!) for Linda will be held at the Granville Island Hotel, 1253 Johnston St. on Sunday September 30, from 1 - 5 p.m. She loved books and reading, and was curious about everything! She travelled the world and left an impression everywhere she went. But the biggest impression was on us, her dear family and friends. Hasta la vista baby! Linda was a member, and previously served on the Board, of the Icelandic Canadian Club of BC.
KRISTJANSON, Walter March 13, 1937 - July 1, 2018 Walt passed away on July 1, 2018 surrounded by his family. He leaves behind Faye, his wife and love of over 60 years; daughters Karen (Ken) and Kathy (Kevin); son Gary; grandchildren Jessie (Dana), Robbie and Evan; and great-granddaughter Katie. He also leaves behind his brother and best friend Hardy (Pearl), along with many loving nieces and nephews.
Walt loved to golf, and spent many happy years golfing with Faye, Hardy and Pearl. He had a large and close family, with 7 brothers and sisters. They were not only siblings, but friends. He was the best Dad anyone could ever ask for… loving, fun, smart, and involved. You could talk to Dad about literally anything. He loved books, history, and us. Nobody is perfect, but he came about as close as a person can get. He will be missed most terribly.
SIGURGEIRSON, Darwin Sigurgeir November 26, 1939 - May 27, 2018 Born into the Icelandic community of Hecla, MB, Darwin passed away on May 27, 2018 from respiratory problems. Darwin was part of a large Icelandic Canadian family. He was predeceased by his parents, Geiri and Johanna, siblings, Victoria, Bill,
Diana and Paul. He is survived by his sister, Elin and many nieces and nephews. Darwin grew up in Steveston, BC and graduated from Richmond Senior High School. He attended UBC where he obtained his Bachelor of Social Work. After working several years, Darwin returned to UBC to study law, graduating in 1969. While living in Kelowna, he won the NDP nomination for the federal riding of the Okanagon Similkimeen and ran in the elections of 1979 and 1980. An avid reader and fan of the CBC, Darwin lived on Pender Island for the past 25 years.
SVEINSON, William (Bill) James May 27, 1945—July 22, 2018 Bill is survived by his wife Genny (Kershaw), son Eric, sister Erla (Dave) Pistell and three nieces and a nephew. Bill was born in Calgary, but spent most of his working years in Edmonton in the automotive field. Then pursuing more education, earning a BA and MA in sociology at the U of A. A Celebration of his Life memorial will be held at St Cuthbert’s Anglican Church, Oct 12th at 2pm.
THORSTEINSON, Jim It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing on July 3, 2018 of Dr. Jim (Valdimar James) Thorsteinson who fell gravely ill while on a holiday with his beloved wife Inge. Jim was a devoted husband, father, friend, grandfather and member of the medical community. He is survived by his wife Inge; his children, Kamilla K., Thomas, Jeffrey, Kristjan and Kamilla M.; his grandchild Nikolas; and his brothers Fred and Bill.
As a family physician, clinical professor, and mentor to young medical residents, Jim made a significant contribution to the medical profession for over four decades. His passion for Family Medicine, helping others shine and his advocacy for society's marginalized people are an inspiration. Jim was a quiet, dignified person. He gave without expecting to receive and derived a great deal of pleasure from seeing his children grow into the people they are today. He found meaning through engagement with the world, interaction with family and friends, and through art, travelling, reading, and learning. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made in Jim's honour to the Covenant House Vancouver shelter for at-risk youth.
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COMING EVENTS
Sept 18, 7-9 pm Icelandic language Class , Tuesday, 8 weeks Scandinavian Centre Oct 13, 12 noon—9pm Leifur Eirikson Day Scandinavian Centre Oct 14, 9am-1pm Vinarterta Class , Sunday, one day Scandinavian Centre Dec 2, Sunday a.m. Bake & Craft Sale Scandinavian Centre Dec 2, Sunday p.m. Children’s Christmas Party Scandinavian Centre
September 2018
Celebrate
Leif Erikson Day (Leifur Eirikson Day) and the achievements of Icelanders
Saturday, October 13, 2018, 12 noon – 9 pm
Scandinavian Community Centre 6045 Thomas Street, Burnaby BC
Program Details Saturday October 13 12:00 Exhibits open
1:00 Opening Remarks: Scandinavian Cultural Society President Poul Erik Rasmussen and ICBC President and SCCS Vice President, Norm Eyford 1:15 The Leif Erikson Sagas- readings 1:30 (unconfirmed) Nordic Museum in Seattle: the new building, its Icelandic and other exhibits 2:15 Honorary Icelandic Consul Glenn Sigurdson with his new book related to the his story of Gimli Manitoba - Vikings on a Prairie Ocean: The saga of a Lake, a People, a Family, and a Man (Google books say this is a wide-ranging autobiography that blends personal memoir, family history, and Icelandic lore.) 3:15 Reception with an Icelandic Flavour 4:00 Frederiksberg Sogns Pigekor from Copehagen (young women’s choir, Scandinavian music and folk songs 5:15 Bar Open and concert with Nordic Bleu singers and Spelmanslag folk orchestra: traditional folksongs including several Icelandic favourites 6:30 Dinner with Icelandic flavour ($25). Tickets at [email protected] (preferred) or 604 569-9370 7:30 Dr. Donald Gislason, retired UBC musicologist: Viking heritage: Promises and Problems
Presented by the Scandinavian Cultural Society & the Icelandic Club of BC Financial support: City of Burnaby FestivalsBurnaby & Danish Canadian Community Centre
[email protected]; www.scandinviancentre.org
Vinarterta Class, October 14, 2018, Sunday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The kitchen of the Scandinavian Cultural Centre, 6540 Thomas Street, Burnaby, BC V5B 4P9
A one-day class to teach you how to make a complete vinarterta: the prune filling, the ‘cookie’ rounds, how to bake them, and put it all together, and, you will take home the vinarterta you make.
We will follow the old recipe from the 1800s. We hope to provide one teacher per two students.
The cost will be $25 per person which covers the cost of the ingredients. Please send in your fee to [email protected] through PayPal; or send a cheque to the Icelandic Club of BC, Scandinavian Centre
(address above). There is no return of your fee on cancellation within two days prior (October 12) to class date (October 14).
Reason: We have a Waiting List and must have time to contact those on it.
For those who want to attend, we will ask you to bring some of your utensils with you which, of course, you will take home. Coffee, of course, will be in abundance.
Email: Margaret Bjarnason Amirault at: [email protected] (preferred) or phone 604-688-9082
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the people of Icelandic descent in our area.
Archives - Robert first became interested in collecting archival material about Icelandic settlers and the Icelandic communities when he realized much of it was being lost. With his photographic and print making background, Robert started restoring the deteriorating images, bringing them back as best he could, to their original condition and collecting pictorial images, documents, books, art work and recordings for over 40 years.
The Icelandic Archives of B.C. now holds several thousand early images depicting the Icelander’s experience on the West Coast. His last efforts regarding the Archives were to create an archive trust and to find a home for the archives which now reside in the UBC Library Special Collections department.
Robert created the Ströndin Radio show which is now Ströndin Internet Radio on the Icelandic National League of North America website.
For the Archives, Robert did a photo shoot of the Oakridge Lutheran Church at 41st and Cambie. The church was built by Icelanders in the 1950’s and demolished in September 2017.
The Scandinavian Cultural Society is an associate member of the Scandinavian community centre. Robert was a founding member of the Cultural Society; held the position of President for a time.
A major contribution to the Scandinavian community was Robert’s ability to digitally enhance old photographs collected from the five communities. He exhibited the images under the title “Nordic Spirit” and the exhibit has been used
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ASGEIRSSON, Robert Jochum July 6, 1943 - June 12, 2018.
Robert passed away peacefully at Peace Arch Hospital with his family by his side, after battling prostate cancer for 9 years. He is survived by his loving family: son David (Elissa Strome) and daughter Sandra Droulis (Nick); his beloved grandchildren, Emma & Alex Asgeirsson and Lukas, Samantha & Brady Droulis; his sister Sigrid Kellas (Bruce) and nephews Steven, Robert & Brent. In addition, he leaves his ex-wife Linda and many cousins in Canada and Iceland.
Robert was a talented visual artist who studied architecture before working in video and film production, still photography, graphic design and book publishing. He joined CJAY TV in Winnipeg, 1963 – 1969, where his Photography and Cinematography skills were developed and, in 1969, he moved to Vancouver, B.C., where he felt that further advancement in motion picture and television production was possible. Robert first worked on staff at ‘BCTV’ as a documentary and current affairs film cameraman, then decided to freelance. He subsequently worked with the CBC for many years and for many different network and regional programs. As time progressed, he formed his own small production company and took on projects that have involved program creation, directing and producing. His work won local and international awards and he was nominated for a Gemini Award in 1989. He endeavored to produce the highest quality product in every project he undertook. A professional friend said: “Good Enough was never good enough for Robert; he strived for perfection in every shot. Sometimes his ‘just one more…’ annoyed the people with him at the time, but all was forgiven after seeing the result back from the lab.”
Shortly after moving to British Columbia, he became involved with the Icelandic Club of B.C and contributed immeasurably to the following Icelandic organizations: The Icelandic Archives of British Columbia, The Icelandic Canadian Club of BC., The Icelandic National League of North America, the Icelandic Church, the Scandinavian Community Centre, the Scandinavian Cultural Society and the Icelandic Care Home Höfn Society. Robert noted in 1999, at the age of 56, he had spent 15 years publishing the newsletter, 8 years as President, 27 years with the Archives, 15 years working with the Club Library, and 12 years as membership person. The database he created while doing membership is still used as the backbone of membership documentation and is an important legacy, representing a record of many of
PASSINGS
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multiple times. The Icelandic section alone contains 150 images of early Icelandic settlement in Victoria, Point Roberts, Hunter Island, Osland on Smith Island and Sunnybrook just south of Dawson Creek. The following is an introduction to the Nordic Spirit exhibit that it is believed to have been written by Robert himself:
“Although his body was born in Canada, he says his soul was born in Iceland. Robert Jochum Asgeirsson has stayed connected to his Icelandic roots his entire life. He was born in Manitoba, son of an Icelandic immigrant father and a mother whose Icelandic parents arrived with the first settlers in the 1870’s. Now retired, Robert spent most of his working career in the Film and Television industries. Because he also worked professionally as a commercial photographer, the Nordic Spirit: Early Icelandic Settlements on the West Coast exhibition is a project he holds very dear to his heart.”
The Icelandic Care Home Höfn Society, after it closed the old residence, built and opened the new residence in 2008, had six long hallways of wall space to cover and promotion to be done. Robert’s digitally enhanced images adorn the hallways and give Höfn a sense of identity. The exhibit includes images from ‘Nordic Spirit’: Early Icelandic Settlements on the West Coast, images from an exhibit called: The Lives They Left Behind and
(Continued from page 5) images from a Höfn II photo essay. Each exhibit was produced by Robert and each has its own story to tell. One visiting Icelandic Ambassador to Canada put it into words this way: “What a novel idea. You have created an assisted living residence and an Icelandic Museum all in one.”
For Höfn’s 65th Anniversary in 2012, from the Archives, Robert brought forward a handmade book marked ‘Höfn.’ Within this old handmade book, dated from 1947 to 1961, was information from the Icelandic Old Folks Home on Osler Street in Vancouver. A picture was taken by an Icelandic photographer in Vancouver of every resident just after they arrived at the home. Each resident was then asked to tell their life’s story in Icelandic. There were 82 entries in the book. It was decided to create a new book as a part of the 65th Anniversary of Höfn and honour these past residents. Robert took on the project of digitally enhancing each portrait picture, and having the Icelandic translated into English. Only two copies of the book are printed. Robert printed them both and had them bound at a book binders in North Vancouver.
Because of his work in the Icelandic community, both the Icelandic Canadian Club of BC and the Icelandic National League of North America honored Robert with Honorary Life Memberships.
An exceptional person, he will be truly missed.
Thor Hammers Viking Re-enactors at Gimli Festival By Carolyn Thauberger <[email protected]
This August I attended the famous Gimli Icelandic Festival as a Vikings Vinland re-enactor. For the entertainment of festival visitors, a hundred Canadian and US ‘Vikings’ from this international society set up tents and re-enacted living as Norse people from 1000 AD. We practiced Norse crafts and weaponry and our skills were assessed. We held our fiery annual meeting. Historically, weapons were set aside before meetings so we did that. Our International President from England attended. Gimli Festival is an important time for Viking re-enactors.
Visitors observed mock fights with spears, bows, axes, and swords. The loudest cheers went to the battle between 75 wildly enthusiastic kids with foam bats against 30 unarmed Vikings. The kids downed all except the one who ran off and hid. Not very Viking.
We went about Norse affairs in gowns and chain mail. Small boys and girls cluttered about shouting and waving wooden swords. Blacksmiths clanked red hot iron. Carvers and weavers and shoemakers plied their trades. Someone had a lyre. No eyeglasses or watches were allowed and no cell phones or radios.
That is why we missed the tornado warning Friday night. We went to bed in our tents happy in exciting fantasy. But Thor, Viking god of thunder and lightning, went into a temper, and the wind came up. Guys in underwear dashed into dark rain to check guy ropes and hammer tent pegs. The wind went higher. Canvas flapped, canopies went down. I hid in my blanket feeling safe in the 10 by 15-foot tent of my friends, the storm blasting close around me. Crack! Someone’s 2 x 6 tent pole twisted and splintered. I put my mattress over my head in case of flying timbers. We were holding our door shut by hand now. Driving rain blasted straight through heavy canvas soaking our bedding. I dumped a cup of water out of my shoes.
A vicious blast of wind lifted the bottom timbers on our windward side. The whole tent began to ‘walk’ downhill. We flew to sit on corner boards to steady them. Flying tent poles could easily hit me now. Cripes! An eight-foot tear
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USA President Donald Trump appoints Ambassador to Iceland Jeffrey Ross Gunter has been appointed as ambassador to Iceland, RÚV reports. The post has been unoccupied for one and a half years since the departure of Robert Barber. Gunter is a doctor and speaks Spanish, French, and Dutch in addition to English. He has been a strong supporter of Donald Trump, contributing financial donations to his election campaign. Gunter is also on the Board of Directors of the Republican Jewish Coalition. The United States Senate has yet to approve the appointment. A new home for the embassy is currently under construction in Reykjavík, complete with bullet-proof glass and thick security walls around the property. The building is projected to cost ISK 6.7 billion (US$ 62m). Government Reconsiders Land Ownership Laws Nearly one third of all land in Iceland is owned by businesses, not individuals, RÚV reports. Land purchase laws have become a subject of public debate recently, particularly with respect to non-residents buying land in the country. A government task force is in the process of re-examining Iceland’s land purchase laws. Minister of Transport and Local Government Sigurður Ingi Jóhannson says the group hopes to introduce new legislation on the matter early this autumn. He believes tighter regulations on land ownership could apply to both Icelanders and foreign nationals. “Many of us are of the opinion that areas outside urban areas, land and larger territories, should be in the ownership of Icelanders or those who live on the land here in the country and work on it,” Sigurður Ingi stated. “So the people there live in the community, create jobs and are not hoarding land
which could later lead to there being deserted land or even deserted valleys.” According to law, residents outside the European Economic Area (EEA) cannot purchase land in Iceland without a legal exemption granted by the Minister of Justice. However, if the land is purchased by businesses, it can be near impossible to determine who the true owners are. Iceland Elected to UN Human Rights Council “#Iceland has been elected to the #HRC to serve on the Council until the end of [sic] 2019. I appreciate the broad support of #UN Member States,” tweeted Minister for Foreign Affairs Guðlaugur Þór Þórðarson shortly after the results came in. The Icelandic government decided to run for the council in June, after the United States resigned from the group, leaving one of its 47 seats unoccupied. Composer Hildur Guðnadóttir Hired for “The Joker” Film I ce land ic composer H i ldur Guðnadóttir will be writing the music for The Joker, set to release in October 2019, RÚV reports. Joaquin Pheonix will star in the title role, making him the fourth actor to portray the well-known character on film, following Jack Nicholson, Heath Ledger, and Jared Leto. The movie will focus on the Joker’s origin story. Hildur was a long-time collaborator of late composer Johann Jóhannsson, working with him on the music for Sicario (2015) and Arrival (2016), among many other projects. Hildur’s music has also appeared in The Revenant (2015). She has won two Edda Awards for her work in Icelandic film and television. “If you’re brave enough to touch a sheep, you can compete” The 16th annual Ram Inspecting
Competition took place August 22, 2018, at the Sheep Farming Museum in the Westfjords, RÚV reports. The roughly 50 competitors were separated into two categories: experienced ram inspectors and “inexperienced and scared” ram inspectors. Ragnar Bragason from Heydalsá emerged as the Icelandic champion. But what exactly is ram inspecting? Called hrútaþukl in Icelandic, the practice is one of the ways farmers determine which rams to use for breeding in the coming winter. Hrútaþukl essentially consists in a hands-on inspection of rams to assess their physical prowess. At the Ram Inspecting Competition, a jury selected four rams and assigned them points based on factors like leg length and muscle size. Competitors then assessed the rams according to a system used by farmers, aiming to reach the same conclusion as the jury. Competitors in the inexperienced group simply had to rank the animals. The competition is open to all, said jury member Sigríður Ólafsdóttir. “If you’re brave enough to touch a sheep, you can compete.” Sigríður said competition was close in the inexperienced group, as many competitors ranked the rams in the correct order. The tied competitors then had to explain their decision and were judged both on their reasoning and how entertaining their explanations were. Sigríður recounted that one year, a competitor won the inexperienced group without touching a single ram. He ranked the animals in the correct order, then wrote and recited an ode to each one. Hamrén Appointed Manager of Men's National Team The Swede Erik Hamrén was appointed as the manager of Iceland men's national football team KSÍ reports. He will take over the reigns of the team from Heimir Hallgrímsson.
From Iceland Review Online–May 2018 Compiled by Iceland Review Editorial Staff
September 2018
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The 8-page newsletter is published at the beginning of each month, ten months of the year. A newsletter is not printed in July or August. Material is gratefully received by the 20th of each month.
Editor & Publisher:
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Library & Genealogy
Books written by Icelanders in English or translation are available in the Scandinavian library upstairs. Books in Icelandic are located in the Iceland Room. Information regarding the Genealogy Centre can be obtained from Gerri McDonald, email: [email protected]
September 2018
Oakridge Lutheran Church
is engaging in a major redevelopment The new worship space is: Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1499 Laurier Ave.,
Vancouver. Sunday worship time 1 pm.
SCANDINAVIAN CENTRE Website: www.scandinaviancentre.org (for more details)
E-mail: [email protected], Telephone: 604-294-2777
Sept 12 (Wed), 6-9pm—Scandinavian Business Club’s Dinner, $35-$50; email [email protected], or office 604–484-8238, Register online www.sbc-bc.ca. Non-members and members are welcomed to all our events!
Sept 14 (Fri) 12 noon—Scandinavian Seniors Lunch, 55+, please call Tor 604-294-0749 or the office.
Sept 15 (Sat) 1pm—Genealogy Meeting
Sept 20 (Thurs) 9 a.m.—Bridge Tournament, Contact: Vivian or Helen 604 521-6714..
Sept 21 (Fri) - Golf Tournament Fundraiser, opens at 11 am, Buffet Dinner 7pm, Contact: Karina or Daniel Linder at: [email protected]
Oct 11 (Thurs), 7pm—Nordic Concert, Melodies from Scandinavian. Guest flutist Paula Gudmundson, pianist Tracy Lipke-Pery; Coloratura soprano Angela Yoon; solo and collaborative pianist, Dr. Jason Terry.. Contact: Borghild Tyssedal, 604-985-3315, Norwegian House Society.
Sponsored by donation.
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ripped along the bottom of our tent. In blasted the storm and that was it for us! We women grabbed essential clothes hoping they were ours, rolled a ball of bedding, and ran for our cars (three blocks away). Men fought to dismantle the tent and keep it from dangerously flying free. Wet, wind-blown re-enactors all over the camp shouted and ran, helping each other, likely as close as they will ever get to living like real Vikings.
We and others spent the last of the night invited into Betel Lodge rest home. We were grateful for safety, but the floor was hard. We shivered in wet clothes and blankets, too full of adrenalin to sleep. But by noon Saturday our camp was normal, less a tent or two. The touring President and Vice-President of Iceland and other dignitaries including Heather Ireland of Vancouver, saw a peaceful camp of Norse Vikings.
I had such fun and adventure that I am certainly going next year. You should come too. (Gimli has very fine hotels.)
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Hőfn Icelandic Harbour
2020 Harrison Drive, Vancouver, BC V5P 2P6
Assisted Living & Affordable Housing
The facility is only 10 years old, open and bright; very inviting— a friendly and caring place for Seniors. We have been providing care for Seniors since 1947.
