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Main Information Center—Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce, 507 W. Water Street, (563) 382-3990.
Open Thursday-Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
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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: Grizzly mugs, Nordi Gras logo t-shirts, sweatshirts, magnets designed especially for Nordic Fest, embroidered ball caps and exclusive-made pottery coffee cups.
Beverage Garden Entertainment—There will be a $5.00 cover for Beverage Garden entertainment Friday and Saturday evenings. Buy your wristband Friday night and leave it on for admittance Saturday night!
Copyright © 2017 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.
To ensure everyone’s safe enjoyment of Nordic Fest, the use of bicycles, skateboards, scooters, roller skates and roller blades, snap and pop or firework devices are prohibited in designated Fest areas. Dogs and other pets must be on leashes, and Decorah’s Animal Waste Ordinance will be enforced. All golf carts must be licensed official Nordic Fest vehicle. No other carts are allowed in official Nordic Fest areas. —Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
HELPFUL FEST INFORMATIONPLEASE 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.
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 outside designated areas is prohibited by city ordinance - WHICH IS STRICTLY ENFORCED.
MAIN INFO CENTER (563) 382-3990 • FIRE/AMBULANCE/POLICE - CALL 911
MAP OF DOWNTOWN DECORAH—located on page 15 of this program. PUBLIC RESTROOMS—located at Bank of the West Arcade and Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce. Portable units at various locations around town. See the map on the back of this program. Additional family restrooms available at Montessori School and First United Methodist Church.SEVERE WEATHER—In the event of severe weather the community siren will run for at least three minutes, please take shelter at the closest available building. Consult a member of the Board for additional assistance and direction.
PROGRAMS, GENERAL INFORMATION & NORDIC FEST MERCHANDISE
DOWNTOWN TRANSPORTATIONDECORAH TROLLEY —The trolley will offer six pick up locations throughout downtown Decorah and will run a continuous loop. Friday and Saturday noon - 5:00 p.m. Specific locations are pinpointed on the fest map.
HOTEL/CAMPGROUND SHUTTLE— Hotel/Campground transportation provided by EARL. Pickup and drop off locations are: Vesterheim, Decorah Campground, Country Inn, Super 8, and Quality Inn. The shuttle will run continuously on Friday from 12:10 p.m. until last pick up at Vesterheim at 8:00 p.m. and Saturday from 8:10-10:00 a.m. and after the parade until last Vesterheim pick up at 10:10 p.m. Loops approximately every 25- 30 minutes. Rides are free but donations are encouraged.
• Check-in point for group tours
• Tickets for Church dinner
• First aid
• Fest button & program sales
• Nordic Fest merchandise sales
• General information, sporting event registration
• Gnomes on the Trail maps
• Chair raffle tickets
For the 51st Nordic Fest the annual tradition of Nordic Fest Medallions will again be available for purchase. Medals are available in .999 fine silver, gold plated and antique bronze while supplies last. The 2017 medal features the Locust School, Iowa’s oldest school building. Medals may be purchased during the Fest at the Nordic Fest Medals booth located at the corner of Water St. and Court St. or by mail at: Nordic Fest Medals, 2166 Pole Line Road, Decorah, IA 52101 or by email at [email protected].
47TH ANNUAL NORDIC FEST MEDALS
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BUY A NORDIC FEST BUTTON
AND BE ENTERED TO
WIN $100CASH PRIZES!
All proceeds from button sales go to support Nordic Fest.
Thank you for your contribution.
Three $100 winners will be drawn. One Thursday night, Friday night
and Saturday night. Present winning button to chamber office
before September 1, 2017. Winning numbers will be posted in
local media and on Nordic Fest Facebook page.
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I moved to Decorah in 1986 to work at Vesterheim Museum, and it would be difficult to work there and not feel inspired now and then. As an Irishman I thought ethnic culture was good poetry, music, beer, and parades. Like the Irish, Scandinavians do a pretty good job at those, too. But they have taught me over the years what a deep cultural connection can really mean, and when I was lucky enough to visit Ireland—again thanks to Vesterheim—I was astounded at how moved I was. Celebrating Scandinavian culture helped me discover and celebrate my own. Thinking about it, no matter what else we are, we are all immigrants, waking each day to new lives in a new world. Of course I am honored to be chosen as Grand Marshal, but I can think of so many who have done so much more for Decorah and Nordic Fest and are far more deserving. During the Fest, I just take lots of photos and do a lot of dancing. Which is what I try to do any time I can, Fest or not. During the parade, I stand with a large group of kids at the museum end of Water Street yelling “Candy! Candy!” and try to keep them from getting run over by a Viking Ship as they scurry to collect the tossed Tootsie Rolls and other treats. This year I get to toss the candy myself. I had better stock up.
2017 Nordic Fest Flag Recipient—Sally Stromseth
NORDIC FEST 2017 HONOREES
Yes, we love this country as it rises forth,rugged, weathered, above the sea,with the thousands of homes.Love, love it and thinkof our father and motherand the saga night that sendsdreams to our earth.and the saga night that sendsdreams to our earth.
Ja, vi elsker dette landet som det stiger frem,furet, vaerbitt, over vannet, med de tusen hjem.Elsker, elsker det og tenker på vår far og morog den saganatt som senkerdrømme på vår jord.og den saganatt som senkerdrømme på vår jord.
NORWEGIAN NATIONAL ANTHEMJa, vi elsker dette landet (Yes we love this country)
Official Nordic Fest LefseSupport Nordic Fest with this delicious
Norwegian treat and bottled water sold in front of the Oneota Community Co-op
Kitchen Classroom
2017 Nordic Fest Grand Marshal—Charlie Langton
Back row: Chris Hick, Chris Fassbender, Greg Eide, Dwayne Lundtvedt, Brent Buresh, John Schroeher, Josh Spilde
Middle Row: Jenna Haynes, Martha Griesheimer, Beth Eide, Kory Courtney, Rachael Buresh
Front Row: Kristina Wiltgen, Linda Wolfs, Laurie Meinholz, Don Berg, Ann Kephart, Laura Lemke
Not pictured: Julie Shockey Trytten and Charlene Selbee
Sally (L’Heureux) Stromseth began rosemaling in 1981. After watching the visiting artist/teacher from Norway Bergljot Lunde during Nordic Fest, she was inspired and began adult education classes in rosemaling that fall. Over the years she has studied under Betty Dowe, Ruth Green, Gary Albrecht, Bergljot Lunde, and Nancy Schmidt. She ran the Nordic Fest Arts and Crafts Center with Marcia Fox from the mid-eighties until 2013. She also served on the Nordic Fest Board of Directors from 2000-08, and designed the 2006 Nordic Fest button which was also used on trivets. She has been rosemaling plates for the Grand Marshal, Flag Recipient and Nordic Fest Board President since 2000.
Stromseth and her husband Don ran their own wedding photography business from 1974-1990 alongside operating the Stromseth family farm, and they currently farm cropland. She retired from Decorah Public Library in 2015 after serving 20 years as children’s librarian and has taught kindergarten Sunday School and sang in the church choir for more than 30 years at Decorah First United Methodist Church. Since retiring, Stromseth keeps busy with rosemaling, volunteering as an instructor for the fourth grade art immersion classes at Vesterheim. Sally enjoys spending time with her daughters, Sara Stromseth-Troy (husband Nate Troy) of Cresco and Mary Marx (husband Dan Marx) of Decorah, and her two grandsons, James and Will Marx.
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BEVERAGE GARDEN$5 COVER CHARGE FOR BEVERAGE GARDEN ENTERTAINMENT FOR FRIDAY AND SATURDAY NIGHT. ONE WRISTBAND WILL GET YOU IN FOR BOTH NIGHTS, AVAILABLE AT THE GATE.
ABOUT THE ENTERTAINERS2TALL4U—Each standing 6’ 6” tall, Kurt Bearinger and Jake Doty are 2Tall4U. They have been playing music together since meeting at Luther College in 2011. They play a wide variety of music including country, acoustic rock, and your favorite hits from the 80s, 90s, and early 2000s.
AMERICAN STANDARD—American Standard is a high energy, good time rock and roll band that covers music from the 60s to new while putting some of their spin on the classics. American Standard’s members have decades of experience and have opened for Static X, Psychostick, Quiet Riot, and Firehouse.
BALLOONS BY KEVIN—Balloons by Kevin is the Midwest’s premier balloon artist providing twisting entertainment, balloon arches, storefront/event decor, custom photo ops, deliveries, balloon drops and releases, and much more for 100s of events. I am incredibly grateful for a job I love and to make memories for individuals and families and to help people discover their inner child.
BUNAD SHOW—Scandinavian Folk Costume show featuring a beautiful collection of authentic Norwegian costumes located at the Hotel Winneshiek in the air conditioned Steyer Opera House.
CHRIS AVEY AND JENI GROUWS—This Midwestern acoustic duo met at a blues jam in the Quad Cities a year ago and they’ve been having a blast ever since! Chris Avey and Jeni Grouws play blues, country, and old, new and indie rock featuring songs you know and originals you’ll love!
DECORAH DRUMLINE—Middle school, high school and alumni drumline members will perform along with some large and small group pieces from the past year.
ERIK SESSIONS AND JOHN GOODIN—Erik Sessions (violin) and John Goodin (mandolin and guitar) regularly perform together in a variety of settings, most notably with the nationally known folk dance band Contratopia. Erik and John enjoy playing a mixture of fiddle music from various traditions and, in addition to American, Celtic and original fiddle tunes.
FOOT-NOTES—Foot-Notes celebrates Nordic Fest with a big ol’ community street dance both Friday and Saturday nights, including waltz, polka, schottische and two-steps. Playing traditional dance tunes on fiddle, guitar, mandolin, and bass, Foot-Notes have been entertainers at Nordic Fest for 25 years.
GIN MILL HOLLOW— Gin Mill Hollow is the musical trio of Mark Norman, Dan Plourde and Joshua Giudice singing songs while playing stringed instruments of all varieties.
GHOST PEAKS— Ghost Peaks is singer/guitarist Micah Merrifield, bassist/vocalist Kaija Kjome, and drummer Nick Hirka. The Decorah trio had been individually playing music in various groups for years, and began playing together as Ghost Peaks in early 2016. Their songs are comprised of intricate fingerpicked guitar and folk/punk sounds, ringing of elements from bands like The National and Alt-J.
GRASS RUN BAND—From La Crosse, Wisconsin and Calmar, Iowa, these four friends easily share vocals and rotate among traditional acoustic instruments, including: a couple of guitars, a resophonic guitar or “dobro”, a fiddle, a banjo, a doghouse bass, three mandolins, an autoharp, and a mountain dulcimer!
HELEN JOHNSON—Helen Johnson is a local singer-songwriter who will be a senior at Decorah High School this fall. She sings a variety of covers, from popular songs to musicals and everything in between. She also writes her own original music and lyrics on piano and guitar.
HONEYWISE— Honeywise is a folk duo from Cedar Falls, Iowa, comprised of Sophia Landis and Jason Surratt. Their music blends Jason’s outlaw country influences with Sophia’s piano, mandolin, and Native American flutes. Honeywise combines this with the richness of their voices for some truly fun and unique music.
ABSOLUTE HOOT (Friday 8:30 p.m.)— A serious passion for music, some seriously talented musicians and one, big, not-so-serious band personality makes Absolute Hoot an absolute must-see!
ACE JONES (Friday 7:00 p.m.)—Ace Jones is a Sunnyvale, California native singer/songwriter from Marion, Iowa. He writes, records, and produces his own music out of his home studio. He performs from street corners to big fairs and festivals all over the United States. His live set consists of originals and covers of pop, rock, and folk, and delivers a range of songs from high energy to somber reflection.
BACK COUNTRY ROADS (Saturday 8:30 p.m.)— Back Country Roads is a six piece band based out of the northern Illinois area. They have played at events like Country Thunder and have been direct support for national acts such as Phil Vassar, Darryl Worley, David Lee Murphy, Gary Allan, Neal McCoy, Love & Theft, Steel Magnolia, Keith Anderson, Easton Corbin, Parmalee and Granger Smith. They play mostly current Top 40 Country hits, with a few older selections and some originals thrown in the mix as well.
THE CHARLES WALKER BAND (Thursday 8:30 p.m.)— Deliciously stanky. Dynamically funky. Recklessly hopeful. Grounded in soul, the Charles Walker Band has been compared to Prince, Bruno Mars, The Brand New Heavys, and James Brown. The Milwaukee-based band has refined their sound into Neo-Funk, a fusion of funk- infused rhythms with pop melodies.
GAELSTORM (Saturday 6:00 p.m.)— Providing a whirlwind of classic rock, folk and blues, Gaelstorm’s local crew consists of Steve Belay- guitar, vocals; Dylan Henning- lead guitar, vocals; Scott Johnson- bass, vocals; Dave Siefken- harmonica, vocals; Doug Wilson- drums
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SQUARE DANCERS WITH LES LALONE, CALLER—Dancers from Iowa, Wisconsin and Minnesota will be doing modern western square dancing as well as some line and round dancing.
STIX OF FURY—Stix of Fury is a private drumline and color guard made up of students in 6th through 12th grade within the Blooming Prairie School District. The drumline and color guard perform at many events throughout the summer.
TINNDØLAN DANCERS AND SINGERS—Tinndølan is a Norwegian folk music and folk dance group from Tinn in Telemark. The group consists of 18 members aged 13 to 21.
THOR—Haakon & Thor Anderson are a father and son fiddle/accordion duo from Minneapolis, MN. Previously, Haakon has played at Nordic Fest on several occasions with the youth ensemble “Fiddlers on Fire”. This year Haakon and Thor will share a lively set of traditional Norwegian and Swedish folk tunes.
ABOUT THE ENTERTAINERS
ENTERTAINERS AT VESTERHEIM
A national program that presents quilts in patriotic colors and designs to American Veterans.
Quilts of Valor will be presented to local veterans at 2:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday during Nordic Fest.
The presentations are open to the public and will take place in the Middle School Gym.
Quilts of Valor
METTE BOWEN—Are you the proud owner of a bunad, or hope to be? Learn all about proper care, storage, and cleaning of these heirloom garments from this bunad expert. Mette is a Vesterheim trustee, who was previously the owner operator of L&M Fabrics in Decorah and had the largest selection of cotton bunader under one roof in the United States.
LIZ BUCHEIT—An award-winning silversmith and co-owner of Crown Trout Jewelry in Lanesboro, Minnesota, presents Traditions in Transition: Fantasy Filigree Jewelry, describing her creative process. Liz is influenced by her Norwegian ancestry and trained in traditional Norwegian silversmithing. She keeps close ties to her heritage, working as a contract conservator at the Vesterheim Museum and crafting wedding crowns for brides, while venturing into contemporary design, making jewelry and costume accessories for celebrities Prince, Billy Idol, Cher, and U-2. Liz draws inspiration from Norse mythology, even having an entire line of jewelry inspired by the legends of the Huldra. She will talk about how she draws from these rich, traditional resources while creating jewelry that is a unique expression of the artist and her environment.
THE NEWLANDS CO-OP—Nordic Roots music by accomplished musicians Norwegian Vidar Skrede and Finnish-American Sara Pajunen.
ONEOTA FILM FESTIVAL PRESENTS—The Viking Battalion, the story of the 99th Infantry Battalion, told by battalion members. This battalion was the only Norwegian-American Battalion in WWII, formed of Norwegians living in America and Norwegian Americans. They fought in Europe and were the Guard of Honor for the Royal Family on their return to Oslo in 1945. The Oneota Film Festival brings together hundreds of film enthusiasts in scenic Northeast Iowa to enjoy award-winning films.
SKJALDBORG—This group from Elk Horn, Iowa, will present their Viking encampment and will entertain throughout the day with full Viking combat demonstrations. Skjaldborg means “fortress of shields.”
“OLE OLESON”—portrayed by living history presenter Roger Hellesvig from Minneapolis, will be in Vesterheim’s Haugan House, where he’ll bring the story of Norwegian immigration to life with storytelling and conversation around the contents of his immigrant trunk.
JIM BUSTA BAND WITH MOLLIE B—The Jim Busta Band has been performing for over 35 years. Their music is a mix of polkas, waltzes, and other two-step numbers featuring many vocals with lead singers Mollie B and Chad Busta. Mollie B, Jim’s daughter, is nationally known in the polka world and has her own televison show on RFD-TV: “The Mollie B Polka Party.” She also performs in “The Mollie B Christmas Special” in Branson, Missouri.
JOSHUA VORVICK—Singer/Songwriter Joshua Vorvick is a classically trained vocalist who lost his way. Led astray by the trappings of pop, jazz, roots and rock he was banished by the village elders and left with no alternative but to write his own dang songs. This is Joshua’s first appearance at Nordic Fest, which will fulfill a decades-old request by his sister that he “go play in traffic”.
KYLE AND DAVE—Kyle and Dave have been performing an eclectic blend of traditional and modern Norwegian folk music, making them Nordic Fest favorites for nearly two decades.
LUREN SINGERS—The oldest Norwegian-American male chorus in continuous existence in the US. The Luren Singers perform Norwegian national songs and popular American repetoire.
MACY VINSON— Macy Vinson, from New Albin, Iowa, is sixteen years old and started singing locally when she was fourteen years old. She performs at open mics, small town celebrations, and at her church. She enjoys singing a variety of old and new country and pop songs.
MICHELLE LYNN— Michelle Lynn specializes in taking true tales from history - full of depravity, folly, and vice - and presenting them as melodies for inspiration, amusement, and reflection.
MEADOWLARK VALLEY— Meadowlark Valley is the music of J.J. Schrick including influences from folk rockers such as Fleet Foxes, Mumford and Sons, and Father John Misty. Playing all the instruments himself, J.J. recorded an album over the course of a summer in the studio connected to his college’s radio station. Deeply rooted in nature and metaphor, Meadowlark Valley’s raw sound tells of friendships and relationships.
NORDIC DANCERS—A unique group of folk dancers that help us remember the traditional folk dances of Scandinavia. The Nordic Dancers consist of two groups of area students; the Junior Nordic Dancers and the Senior Nordic Dancers. They are accompanied by the Nordic Dancers Orchestra.
THE ODD BALLZ— We’re four luther college grads who have come together to playtime music, including classic rock, oldies, and country for weddings, parties, and corporate events.
THE OK FACTOR—The OK Factor is a progressive folk duo comprised of Olivia Diercks on cello and Karla Dietmeyer on violin. Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, The OK Factor writes original music influenced by various genres and styles, and performs and conducts educational workshops primarily across the Midwest. Though they are both classically trained musicians, their passion lies in stretching the limits of their instruments, and encouraging others to do so, as well. Both are Luther graduates.
THE PAPER DAYS— The Paper Days are a contemporary folk band based in Minneapolis. The band’s material draws on influences from folk, rock and pop. Four-part harmonies, accordion melodies and innovative songwriting deliver intimate, moving music.
ROCHESTER AREA ACCORDION BAND—The Rochester Area Accordion Band brings “Freshly Squeezed Music” to Nordic Fest! The band has been active since 1998 with the 14 accordionists playing a variety of music from old popular songs, classical, sing-along, the usually expected polkas, and many Scandinavian favorites.
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Time Canopy 1Water & Washington St
Canopy 2Water & Court St
Canopy 3Water & Mechanic St
Beverage GardenRiver and Day Spring Lane
Other Locations Courthouse SquareMain St
6:30 p.m.
Balloons with Kevin6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.Corner of Water and
Washington
Opening Ceremonies 6:45 p.m.including performances by Luren Singers and Nordic
Dancers along with introductions of Board of Directors, Grand Marshal and Flag Recipient
as well as Flag and Bunad presentations
7:00 p.m
7:30 p.m.
8:00 p.m
Paper Days Jim Busta Band with Mollie B
The Avey-Grouws Duo The Charles Walker Band
8:30 p.m.
9:00 p.m
9:30 p.m.
10:00 p.m
10:30 p.m.
Time Canopy 1Water & Washington St
Canopy 2Water & Court St
Canopy 3Water & Mechanic St
Beverage GardenRiver and Day Spring Lane
Other Locations Courthouse SquareMain St
Vesterheim
10:00 a.m.
Jim Busta Band with Mollie B
SpecialRAGBRAI
EntertainmentBeverage Garden and
food booths open 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Mike McAbee7:30 a.m.
Gaelstorm12:00-2:00 p.m.
Arts & Crafts Center9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Decorah Middle School
Family Fornoyelse (FUN) Event
11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Congregational Church
NEIA Montessori Water Games
11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Water St. between
River and Mechanic
ArtHaus Kids Arts and Crafts11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Balloons by Kevin1:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Corner of Water and Washington
10:30 a.m.
Helen Johnson11:00 a.m.
Nordic Dancers 9:00 - 5:00 p.m. Skjaldborg Viking
EncampmentOpen Air Division
noon - 4:00 p.m.Ole Oleson
Living history portrayal by Roger Hellesvig
Haugan House
1:00 p.m. The Newlands Co-op
Bethania Church
2:30 p.m.Mette Bowen
Bunad Advice: Caring for Traditional Norwegian
CostumesBethania Church
3:45 p.m.Oneota Film FestivalThe Viking Battalion
Bethania Church
11:30 a.m.
Kyle & Dave
12:00 p.m.
Michelle Lynn
12:30 p.m.
1:00 p.m.
1:30 p.m.
2:00 p.m.
Helen JohnsonGin Mill Hollow
2:30 p.m.
3:00 p.m.Macy Vinson
3:30 p.m.
4:00 p.m.Ace Jones
4:30 p.m.
The OK Factor Ghost Peaks5:00 p.m.
5:30 p.m.Meadowlark Valley
6:00 p.m.Luren Singers
6:30 p.m.
Grass Run Band7:00 p.m.
HoneyWise 2Tall4U
Ace JonesNordic Dancers7:30 p.m.
8:00 p.m.
Square Dancing with Les LaLone
8:30 p.m.
Absolute Hoot
Tinndølan Norwegian Dancers
8:15-9:15 p.m.9:00 p.m.
9:30 p.m.
Foot-Notes10:00 p.m.
10:30 p.m.
11:00 p.m.
11:30 p.m.
12:00 a.m.
ENTERTAINMENTAll performances are at no charge unless otherwise noted.
There is a $5 cover charge for Beverage Garden entertainment for Friday and Saturday night. One wristband will get you in for both nights. Entertainment is subject to change. Main Information Center at the Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce will post any changes.
THURSDAY, JULY 27, OPENING CEREMONIES:
FRIDAY, JULY 28:
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Time Canopy 1Water & Washington St
Canopy 2Water & Court St
Canopy 3Water & Mehanic St
Beverage GardenRiver and Day Spring Lane
Other Locations Courthouse SquareMain St
Vesterheim
10:00 a.m.
10:30 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
11:30 a.m.
12:00 p.m.
12:30 p.m.
Joshua Vorvick1:00 p.m.
Kyle & DaveRochester Accordion
Band
Arts & Crafts Center9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Decorah Middle School
Family Fornoyelse (FUN) Event
1:00 - 5:00 p.m.Congregational Church
NEIA Montessori Water Games 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Water St between River and Mechanic
Balloons by Kevin1:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Corner of Water and Washington
ArtHaus Kids Arts and Crafts
1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Bunad Show2:00 p.m.
Steyer Opera House at Hotel Winneshiek
Stix of Fury9:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Skjaldborg Viking Encampment
Open Air Division
12:00 - 4:00 p.m.Ole Oleson
Living history portrayal by Roger Hellesvig
Haugan House
1:00 p.m. The Newlands Co-op
Bethania Church
2:30 p.m.Liz Bucheit
Traditions in Transition: Fantasy Filigree Jewelry
Bethania Church
3:45 p.m.Oneota Film Festival The Viking Battalion
Bethania Church
1:30 p.m.
2:00 p.m.
2:30 p.m.
3:00 p.m.
The OK Factor
Lutefisk Contest3:30 p.m.
Decorah Drumline
The Avey-Grouws Duo
4:00 p.m.
4:30 p.m.
5:00 p.m.
Erik Sessions & John Goodin
5:30 p.m.Thor
6:00 p.m.
GaelstormTinndølan Norwegian
Dancers6:30 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
Foot-Notes American Standard The Odd Ballz
7:30 p.m.
Nordic Dancers8:00 p.m.
8:30 p.m.
Back Country Roads
9:00 p.m.
9:30 p.m.
10:00 p.m.FIREWORKS FIREWORKS
10:30 p.m.
11:00 p.m.
11:30 p.m.
12:00 a.m.
SATURDAY, JULY 29:
Fireworks — Amazing fireworks display along the Upper Iowa River. Seating at athletic fields near city hall. Buy chair raffle tickets at the Chamber to support the fireworks show.
Fireworks 10:00 p.m.SATURDAY, JULY 29
FUTURE NORDIC FEST DATES JULY 26-28, 2018 JULY 25-27, 2019 JULY 23-25, 2020
FRIDAY 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.SATURDAY 9:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.
Many exhibitors of arts and crafts.Decorah Middle School, 405 Winnebago St. No charge.
NORDIC FEST ARTS & CRAFTS CENTER
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1. Bratwurst, kraut, hot dogs, sweet soup, caramel apple slices, lemonade, pop and bottled water—Located near Hammel Jewelers, 108 W. Water Street. Sponsored by Sunflower Child Development Center.
2. Delicious “Hearts of Goodness” by Nordic Waffles—Stine Aasland, the “Waffle Queen,” and her company, Nordic Waffles will sell these delicious treats in the museum’s Open Air Division. Nordic waffles are different from American and Belgian waffles. They are thinner, softer, and resemble the texture of a crêpe. They will be served with both sweet and savory toppings.
3. Grilled steak or roast beef sandwiches, locally raised and processed hamburgers, beverage, Spring Grove soda, bottled water and beverages with ice—Shade and seating available. Located at the 400 block of River Street next to Decorah Middle School. Sponsored by Winneshiek County Cattlemen’s Association.
4. Ice cream waffles, ice cream sundaes—Located near Sports World, 212 W. Water Street. Sponsored by Luther College Athletics—Women’s Basketball.
5. Jarlsburgers, plain hamburgers, gluten-free Jarlsburgers and hamburgers, vegetarian Jarlsburgers and hamburgers, roasted corn, soda and water. Also offering “Woof-Da” dog watering station with free dog treats. Located by Sundance Travel, 401 W. Water Street. Sponsored by Humane Society of Northeast Iowa.
6. Kringla (soft buttermilk cookies)—Located near T-Bock’s, 210 W. Water Street. Sponsored by Glenwood Lutheran Church Women.
7. Krumkake—Demonstrations in Bank of the West Lobby, 120 W. Water Street. Sales in booth in front of Bank of the West. Samples, recipes and gluten-free Krumkake available. Krumkake means “curved cake.” These are
baked on a special iron and rolled into a cone shape while still hot. Sponsored by Good Shepherd Lutheran Church.
8. Lefse and water—Times for demonstrations will be posted. Sales located in front of the Oneota Co-op Kitchen Classroom, 312 W. Water Street. Sponsored by Nordic Fest Board.
9. Limonade—Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa, Oneota Service Unit.
10. Lingonberry saft and sushies—Lingonberry juice drinks and slush drinks. Located near Red Roxy Quilts 415 W. Water Street. Sponsored by Kinderhaus.
11. Moo-Mobile shakes—Strawberry, chocolate and vanilla and many other flavors. Located near the Oneota Community Co-op, 312 W. Water Street. Sponsored by Decorah FFA and Boosters.
12. Norwegian meatballs —Serving meatballs, chips, beverages and bottled water. Located near J Tupy’s, 211 W. Water Street. Sponsored by Decorah High School Cross Country Teams.
13. Pork chops on a stick, pop, water—Located near Your Place, 307 W. Water Street. Sponsored by Winneshiek Co. Community of Hope.
14. Rosette & rømmegrøt—Located near Rootz Salon, 220 W. Water Street. Sponsored by Canoe Ridge Lutheran Church.
15. Rosettes, kringle, sandbakkels, krumkake, Gatorade, lemonade, iced tea, bottled water—Located near Happiness Is, 121 W. Water Street. Sponsored by Nordic Dancers.
16. Varme Pølse, soda pop, bottled water—Located near The Country Garden, 113 W. Water Street. Sponsored by Xi Zeta Omicron Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority.
FOOD & DEMONSTRATIONSVarious locations around town. See the map below and on page 15 of this program.
Vendors will be seving Thursday 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m., Friday and Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Food is subject to availability.
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“MUST SEE” ATTRACTIONS
MEAL LOCATIONSIndoor seated meal venues
Saturday, July 29: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 and handicap accessible. Saturday, July 30, 4:00-7:15 p.m. with reserved seating times. Meatballs, ham, herring, glazed carrots, parsley potatoes, cheeses, lefse, salads, sweet soup, rømmegrøt, Norwegian pastries, beverages. Adults $13; Children 10 & under $6. Advance tickets may be purchased at the church office and the Chamber of Commerce after July 20. On Friday and Saturday, the remaining tickets are available at the Chamber office until 3:00 p.m. and then at the church beginning at 3:30 p.m. Groups welcome! Call First Lutheran at (563) 382-2638.
You can also choose to visit the many restaurants in the Decorah area. For a complete listing visit
www.decorahareachamber.com or visit the Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce.
We invite you to enjoy the many attractions of the Decorah area.
For a complete listing visit www.visitdecorah.com.
LIVING TRADITIONS AT VESTERHEIMEXHIBITIONSIn Main Building: Woodworking; rosemaling (decorative painting); bunader (festive costumes); the 25-ft. ship TradeWind; silver; fine art; furniture; press gallery; church gallery; military gallery.
In Open Air Division: 12 historic buildings.
Special exhibition: National Exhibition of Folk Art in the Norwegian Tradition Showcasing the finest contemporary American artists working in the Norwegian tradition. Many pieces are for sale by silent auction. Bids must be submitted by 4:00 p.m. Saturday, July 29. Visit the exhibition for details. Sponsored by Decorah Bank & Trust.
Special exhibition: World on the Wall: Globe Trotting through Vesterheim’s Fine Art Collection.
DEMONSTRATIONS, DISPLAYS, AND SALESFiligree Jewelry Making: By Liz Bucheit.
Woodcut Prints: By Carl Homstad.
Music Demonstration: Psalmodikon (stringed instrument) by Floyd Foslien and Beatrice Hole.
Ropemaking: By Dick Enstad.
Folk-art Demonstrations: By Vesterheim Folk Art School artists in the Norwegian tradition.
Living Heritage Demonstrators: Blacksmithing, knifemaking, forging, leatherwork, weaving, flax processing, and figure carving.
Woodworking Demonstrations: By Becky Lusk, Hans Sandom, Phil Odden, and Else Bigton.
Norwegian artists: Knifemaker Morten Håkonsen, woodworker Rolf Taraldset, and rosemaler Egil Dahle.
Vesterheim Ribbon-Winning Rosemalers Sales Shop: Staffed by Nisse Rosemalers, Postville, Iowa.
Rosemaling Coast to Coast Group: Rosemaling Convention 2018 promotion and book sale.
Oneota Weavers and Spinners Guild Sales Shop: Hand-felted Santas and Christmas ornaments/figures, hand-woven rugs, scarves/ shawls, table runners, and more.
Country Gallery Antiques: Specializing in Scandinavian antiques—textiles, jewelry, decorated woodenware, sewing tools, kitchenware, prints, and painted furniture.
Slooper Society: Information and book sales from the descendants of Norwegian immigrants who sailed to The United States in 1825 on the ship Restauration.
Book Signing: The Curve of Her Life: Folk Artist Laura Hoeg By Carol Hoeg Oliver.
99th Infantry Battalion (Sep.) WWII Educational Foundation: Foundation representatives offer information and book and DVD sales.
Vesterheim Museum Store: Open 9:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m., Thursday through Saturday. Sweaters, jewelry, folk art, cooking supplies, books, and more.
Vesterheim Raffle: Folk Art Raffle of a Decorah experience with Vesterheim Folk Art School class. Tickets on sale at Vesterheim. Drawing at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday.
FOODDelicious “Hearts of Goodness” by Nordic Waffles! Stine Aasland, the “Waffle Queen,” and her company, Nordic Waffles, will be selling these delicious treats in the museum’s Open Air Division. Nordic waffles are different from American and Belgian waffles. They are thinner, softer, and resemble the texture of a crêpe. They will be served with both sweet and savory toppings.
Bily Clocks Museum
Decorah Fish Hatchery
Laura Ingalls Wilder Park and Museum
Locust School Museum
Porter House Museum
Seed Savers Exchange
Trout Run Trail
Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum
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The Ultimate Norseman Competition—Athletics play an important role in the Scandinavian cultures. Strength, stamina and a strong stomach are all traits of the gods. Festers who participate in these three Saturday events—Elvelopet 5k or 15k run, Rock Throw, and the famed Lutefisk eating contest will have their results combined to face off with other Ultimate Norseman! The top Ole (men’s) and Lena (women’s) division winners will receive a custom Grizzly Cooler!
Elveløpet—The River Run, 5K walk/run, 15K run starts at 7:30 a.m. Saturday. • 5k - $40 • 15k - $50 • 13 and under $35.Registration accepted at City Hall Friday 6:00-8:00 p.m. and Saturday 6:00-7:00 a.m.
Kanoløpet—Sign up for some fun along the beautiful Upper Iowa River. The Kanoløpet is a canoe race from Off The Driftless, 2012 Pulpit Rock Road, to the Twin Bridges located on 5th Street. The race will have two divisions determined by the combined ages of the participants in each canoe. For canoes with a combined age of participants (2/canoe max) 35 and under will be in the youth division, while 36 and up will compete in the adult division. A third division for individual kayaks will also be contested. The first canoe to pass under the Twin Bridges will be declared the winner. The race will begin at 6:30 p.m on Friday. Registrations may be completed at the Chamber of Commerce and must be completed by 5:00 p.m on Friday. Cost is $30 per person and includes canoe rental, life jackets and paddles. Those who provide their own canoe may enter for $20.
Lutefisk Eating Contest—At the Courthouse Square, Saturday 3:00 p.m. Put your lutefisk eating skills to the test in this competition. No registration or fee, just show up ready to down that lutefisk.
Nordic Rock Throw—Saturday 1:00 p.m., Decorah Middle School field. There are three weight classes for men (50 lb. rock for up to 160 lbs.; 75 lb. rock for 161-210 lbs.; 100 lb. rock for over 210 lbs.) and 1 weight class for women (50 lb. rock for all weights). Must be at least 18 years of age. Entry fee: $2.00. 400 block of River St. next to Decorah Middle School.
Nordic Fest Kubb Tournament— - Saturday 1:30 p.m., Decorah Middle School field. A lawn game where the object is to knock over wooden blocks, known as kubbs, by throwing wooden batons at them. Kubbs are placed at both ends of the pitch (playing field), and the king, a larger wooden block, is placed in the middle of the pitch. The ultimate object of the game is to knock over the kubbs’on the opposing side of the pitch, and then to knock over the king, before the opponent does. Tournament is open to all ages and will begin at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday. Registration will be onsite from Noon to 1:00 p.m., along with demonstrations for those new to the game.
Molkky—Friday 3:00 p.m., Decorah Middle School field. A yard game that involves throwing a wooden baton at pins to accumulate points. The rules of the game are simple and anyone of any ability or age can play. Finland has a large Molkky following with many clubs and tournaments, along with the world championships. Demonstrations will start at 3:00 p.m., Friday and tournament at 4:00 p.m., Friday. Tournament is open to anyone from ages 8 to 80. Entrants can confirm through usmolkky.com, [email protected] or calling 218-640-2063.
Vintage Baseball—Saturday 2:00 p.m., Decorah High School baseball field. Come watch the Driftless Dodgers put on an exhibition of vintage baseball. The game is a blast from the past, featuring teams playing by the rules of 1860 and wearing uniforms from the time period. Among the different rules are a ball caught off one bounce is an out, the pitcher doesn’t try to throw strikes, no leading off the base and balls hit over the fence (home runs in modern rules) can be retrieved for an out.
AREA TOURS
SPORTING EVENTS
ArtHaus Art Fair—ArtHaus is lucky to have made its home in an area that values and supports a thriving community of professional artists. Stop by for a sample of what the local talent has to offer. Enjoy one-of-a-kind jewelry, prints, ceramics, photography, fiber work and much more at ArtHaus (508 W. Water St.) and the ArtHaus Studio (516 W. Water St.) Thursday 4:00-7:00 p.m.; Friday 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. ; Saturday noon-6:00 p.m.
Decorah Genealogy Library and the Winneshiek County Historical Archives— will be open Thursday and Friday from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Family Fornoyelse (FUN) Event—Sponsored by The Toy Jungle at Donlon Pharmacy. Located at the Congregational Church (Behind Decorah Courthouse).Friday, July 28 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Saturday, July 29 1:00-5:00 p.m. Activities for all ages: Arts & Crafts, STEM Activities, Toddler Play Area with Bouncy House, Baby Changing and Feeding Area, Ping Pong Tournaments for youth (under 17) Friday at 4:00 p.m. Prizes! Ping Pong Tournaments for adults Saturday 4:00 p.m. Prizes!
Air Conditioning, restrooms, family seating areas, stroller parking, food and drinks available for purchase.
Kids Activities—Friday and Saturday throughout the day. Bouncy House, dunk tank, balloon launch and more. 400 block of River St. next to Decorah Middle School.
Norwegian-American Genealogical Center— In Vesterheim’s library (2nd floor of Westby-Torgerson Education Center): open from 9:00 a.m.-noon and 1:00-5:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Representatives from the center, located in Madison, Wisconsin, will be on hand to offer genealogical research advice.
Troll Badeland—Water play area for kids at Northeast Iowa Montessori School, 418 W Water Street. Family-friendly zone with free sunscreen, wipes, and other Little Troll necessities. Indoor cooling, changing and feeding area available inside. No charge. 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Friday and 1:00-5:00 p.m. Saturday.
Trolls Trolley (Pokey Pete) — Tickets sold at corner of Washington and Water Streets. Friday, 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to parade and after parade - 6:30 p.m. Sponsored by Lions Club.
CONTINUOUS EVENTS
Yard and Garden Tours—Sponsored by the Decorah Town & Country Garden Club. Friday: 9:00 a.m.–noon, Saturday, 1:00 –4:00 p.m. Freewill offering.
1. Erin and Storm Bailey, 802 5th Avenue. After living in Nottingham, Erin was inspired to create her own English garden in Decorah. She began the project four years ago and stresses, “It’s still a work in progress.” Directions: From downtown cross the bridge on College Drive and turn left at the stop light. Go eight blocks on 5th Avenue.2. Connie and Tom Buresh, 905 Locust Road. Moving to Decorah a year ago, and assisted by Tom, Connie as a Master Gardener found it a delight to landscape their yard and include all of their favorite things. Directions: From downtown take College Drive to Casey’s corner. Turn right on W-38 (Locust Road ) and continue to the top of the hill.3. Carol and Edward Tebbenhoff, 501 East Water Street. Over the last 18 years Carol and Edward have blended plants, art and found objects in an eclectic mix that suits their taste. From downtown go five blocks east on Water Street.
Friday Morning Butterfly Garden Walk: 7:00-9:00 a.m.— A volunteer will be at the prairie on Friday, July 28 from 7:00 to 9:00 a.m. to answer any of your questions. Driving directions: Follow College Dr. over the bridge, turn left onto 5th Ave. Drive five blocks to Ohio Street, turn left. Follow Ohio St. past Aase Haugen over the dike about two blocks, where parking is available. Watch for the Prairie Sign at the Ohio street turn and also on the pole going over the dike.
Gnomes on the Trail—Looking for a fun way to explore some new parts of Decorah while at Nordic Fest? Join in on this exciting, free scavenger hunt perfect for everyone! Ten mischievous gnomes are hiding all along the Trout Run Trail, enjoying the scenery and spying on the passing bikers and walkers. Find as many as you can and you’ll be entered into a drawing for fabulous prizes. Don’t forget your camera and smiles: additional prizes will be awarded in several photo contest categories! Maps and further details are available at the Decorah Chamber of Commerce, 507 W. Water Street, beginning Monday, July 24 and throughout Nordic Fest.
Locust School Tours—The Locust School Museum will be open Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. during Nordic Fest. The address is 1640 Big Canoe Road (corner of W38 and A26). It is 10 miles NE of Decorah. The school is owned and operated by the Winneshiek County Historical Society. It was built in 1854 and used until 1962. It is not handicap accessible.
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NORDIC FEST MEMBERS
VIKING CLUB ($750 & up)
PATRON ($250 - $499)
SPONSOR ($500 - $749)
Nordic Fest gratefully acknowledges the individuals, businesses and organizations that support the celebration through their contributions of supplies and services.
Special thank you to the countless volunteers who give their time, talent and energy to the Fest.
IN KIND CONTRIBUTORS
Aase Haugen Senior Services
Anundsen Publishing Company
Donald & Barbara J. Berg
Amy & Keith Bruening
Bruening Rock Products Inc
David & Brenda Carlson
Chiropractic Offices of Dr. Kelly Reagan
Decorah Chick Hatchery
Decorah Rental Inc.
Decorah Rotary Club
Clayton Engen
Farmers Win Cooperative
Hans Finanger
Fjelstul Funeral Home
Chuck & Renae Gipp
Gundersen Health System
Gerald Haugen
Marilyn M. Holland
Hovden Oil, Co.
Joe Welch Equipment
Kar Auto Group Decorah-Spillville-Prairie du Chien
Cal & Betty AndersonChoice Employment Services
Deco Products Co, LLLP Mark Finanger
Larry & Diane Grimstad Jon & Mary Hart
Iowa Rotocast Plastics JB Holland Construction
Luther College Mabes Pizza/Steve & Connie White
Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum
Alliant Energy Decorah Bank & Trust Co.
Decorah Electric Family Table
Hacker Nelson & Co., P.C., CPA Pulpit Rock Brewing Co.
Jim Miles
ENDOWMENTS
NORDIC FLAG DONORS
Beverly & Elliott Christen
Keith & Dawn Deines Christensen
Decorah Bank & Trust Co.
Anna & Russell Norris
Ace HardwareAnderson, Wilmarth, Van Der Maaten, Belay, Fretheim, Gipp and ZahaskyBank of the WestBodensteiner Implement CompanyBruening Rock ProductsJohn CondonDallas BrusseDecorah Area Chamber of CommerceDecorah Bank & Trust Co.Decorah Chevrolet -CadillacDecorah Community SchoolsDecorah Fire DepartmentDecorah KawasakiDecorah NewspapersDecorah Police DepartmentDecorah Street DepartmentFarewayHacker, Nelson & Co., P.C.Julie Strom HendricksonHovden OilIowa Rotocast Plastics
IROC Web DesignJB Holland ConstructionKDEC RadioKVIK RadioLuther CollegeTim LynchM&M Lawn and LeisureMalcom Enterprises Olsgard AutoOlson ExplosivesRandy Olson D.D.S.Oneota Community Food Co-opPeterson PhotographyReiser ImplementRockweiler Appliances and TVRootz SalonSnap Marketing LLCSodexoSpahn & Rose LumberUnited BeverageWinneshiek County Fair BoardZelda Productions
Law Offices of Anderson, Wilmarth, Van Der Maaten, Belay, Fretheim, Gipp & Zahasky
Lynch BBQ Company
Mathy Construction
Modish
Northeast Security Bank
Norwegian Mutual Insurance
Mark & Jenny Olson
Oneota Valley Family Eye Care
Drew & Cheryl Pellett
Ken & Ruth Procter
Harley & Norma Refsal
Frank & Jo Marie Riha
Rockwell Collins
Neil & Ruth Schraeder
State Farm - Paul Hudson Agency
T-Bock’s Sports Bar & Grill
Viking State Bank & Trust
WalMart
Wicks Construction, Inc.
Winneshiek Wildberry Winery
Decorah Bank & Trust Co.
In Memory of Dawn Peterson-Patino
Keith Christensen & Dawn Deines Christensen
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A&J Petersburg Agency Richard & Barbara Amundson Gerald & JoAnn Aulwes B&B on Broadway David & Kathy Bakken Bank of the West Michael & Carol Bergan Blue Heron Knittery - Phillip &
Sarah Iversen William & Karen Brown Loma Carlson F. Reed & Sandy Carlson Eric & Cynthia Carlson Gloria Carpenter Beverly & Elliott Christen Myrvin & Anne Christopherson Richard & Joie Cole Decorah Sons of Norway Valdres
1-503 Decorah Tire Service Greg & Beth Eide Alan & Sue Ellickson Edgar & Joyce Epperly Lowell ErdmanKarla & Lindsay Erdman Erdman Engineering, P.C. Fairfield Inn & Suites Elwin & Helen Farwell Kent & Lois Finanger Fisk Farm & Home Ruth Fjelstad Mick & Diane Frey Friest And Associates Realtors Elizabeth E Fritz Gallery of Tops Bev Crumb and Ron Gesme Kim & Mary Glock Gossling Woodworking Mark and Christine Gowdy-
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❒ I wish to contribute to the Nordic Fest Endowment.
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Special thanks to the following individuals that built, painted, and contributed to the chair raffle fundraiser supporting the fireworks show:
CHAIR RAFFLE TO SUPPORT THE FIREWORKS SHOW.New this year!
Tickets can be purchased at the Chamber Building. Tickets cost $5 for 1, $10 for 3, and $20 for 7. Drawing will be held at the Courthouse Square Saturday evening at approximately 7:00 pm.
John Condon and his cabinet making class at Decorah High School
Erik Dutcher and the Decorah High School art club
Amy Courtney and the Decorah Middle School art students
Mary Ann Gloe
Tom Sheppard
Laurie U. Thompson
Julie Strom Hendrickson
Annika Vande Krol
to the Garbage Trolls, aka the Northeast Iowa Rugby Club, for keeping the garbage and recycling under control.Thanks!
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