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To learn more about Sons of Norway Grieg Lodge activities or Norse Hall rentals, click on the appropriate button above or call the main office at 503-236-3401.
111 N.E. 11th, Portland, OR 97232
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NORSE HALL PROGRAMS:

SPECIAL EVENTS & NORDIC CULTURE CLUBS
Grieg Lodge presents an exciting variety of special events celebrating Norwegian and Scandinavian culture, including classic shows like 'Grieg By Candlelight' featuring Norwegian concert pianist Knut Erik Jensen, or 'True Norsk!' featuring the wacky fun of the 30-member accordion band, Lindesness Trekkspillklubb. We also offer ongoing Scandinavian history, literature and film clubs dedicated to exploring the spoken, written and on-screen heritage of the northern lands.

HERITAGE CRAFT & COOKING CLASSES
Learn the crafts that Scandinavians are famous for: Hardanger lacework, Rosemaling decorative painting, knitting, weaving, woodwork, iron-work, knife-making, and more in a fun, hands-on environment.

Or maybe you like to cook. Lefse? Lutefisk? Rømmegrot? Riskreme? Kransekake? Krumkake? All the culinary traditions of Norway are alive and well at Norse Hall - so don your apron & learn from the masters (aka, "Mor Mor").

NORWEGIAN LANGUAGE CLASSES
Planning a trip to Norway? Or maybe you'd like to know how to sing a family lullaby or correspond with a long-lost cousin from the farm your grandfather came from -- or understand what the Norwegians are saying about you in the Oslo Lounge at Norse Hall. You decide. We'll help.

LEIKARRINGEN & YOUTH ACTIVITIES
Join the circle that began in 1934. The Grieg Lodge youth Norwegian folk-dancing program is a cherished and long-standing tradition at Norse Hall. Our children have performed at World's Fairs, countless festivals, Disneyland and even before royalty.

Other youth activities include rock climbing (Portland Rock Gym), laser tag outings, family dinner night, various holiday & themed parties, a Norwegian-language children's play group, community service opportunities and more.

NORWEGIAN LIBRARY, GENEALOGY & RESEARCH COLLECTION
One of the Northwest's largest special collections of Norwegian language books is located in the beautifully-restored library of Norse Hall. Your Grieg Lodge membership gives you free access to these resources and research opportunities (computers, too). We also have a large selection of books in English of Norwegian literature, history, cuisine, culture - you name it! Book club anyone? Genealogy classes? Literary lectures? Children's story time? We've got it. For a current list of activities click here...

GOT KIDS - AND SUMMER?
How about a Norwegian heritage camp at the Oregon coast or in the Cascade mountains where your children can learn about their culture, and gain the language, craft and outdoor skills to carry on the Nordic tradition - oh, and have a blast! Sons of Norway camps Nidaros, Normanna, and Trollhaugen are there for you and your family. www.sofncamps.com

SCHOLARSHIPS & GRANTS
Grieg Lodge members have long supported the educational, creative and cultural efforts of our community through annual scholarships (www.glscholarshipfund.org), grants, and volunteerism. Plus, our national Adopt-a-School program supports local students through tutoring, cultural programming, grants, coaching and more.

COMMUNITY SERVICE
We are also active in charitable work and fundraising for local, regional and international humanitarian aid organizations (Mercy Corps, Red Cross, International Medical Teams, Salvation Army, and more). That's a big part of our mission - and the Nordic way.

LEADERSHIP, VOLUNTEERISM & YOU
Your passions and commitment will open doors both inside Grieg Lodge and in the community at large. Bring your ideas and your energy, and you'll find a place to express yourself - and learn a lot in the process. You can gain (or mentor) marketable skills in event planning and management, organizational operations and governance, marketing and publicity, design and advertising, bookkeeping, fundraising, youth guidance, recruiting and outreach, project and facility management, and more. Active Grieg Lodge members gain - and share - real-world leadership experience and skills that count with employers, enrich the community - and we have fun along the way.


SOCIAL FUN & SUPPORT
Membership in Grieg Lodge is being part of an extended family of all ages. Our bonds stretch from the past and into the future - with plenty going on right now. Working, playing and just sharing time together adds multi-generational, cross-cultural dimension and support to busy or changing lives. So get connected through the range of social activities the Lodge has to offer: bridge, book clubs, bowling, cooking, creating, dancing, dining, films, golfing, hiking, helping, singing, sewing - sharing .

CONNECTING WITH GRIEG LODGE
If you're interested in learning more about membership in this nearly century-old, non-profit organization, the first step is to get personal! Call 503-236-3401, or stop by Norse Hall (111 N.E. 11th & Couch). You'll get a chance to chat with a member and tour the Hall. Materials about our activities are available along with upcoming events in which you can participate (also check the events page and calendar page on this website).

Membership forms are available at the office. Norwegian heritage is not required to join Grieg Lodge. Our community bonds are based on our mission of service, fraternity and an interest or background in Norwegian or Nordic culture. Grieg Lodge is the place to get in touch with your 'inner Scandinavian!'

Current (2007-2008) annual membership dues are $44 for adults with a one-time initiation fee of $10. Dues for a spouse joining at the same time are $39 (plus initiation fee). Children of members living at home under the age of 23 are entitled to free Heritage & Youth memberships.

ABOUT SONS OF NORWAY GRIEG LODGE IN A NUTSHELL
Portland-based Sons of Norway Grieg Lodge was founded in 1910 and built its home, Norse Hall in 1928. As an all-volunteer, non-profit fraternal organization with 620 members, Grieg Lodge is dedicated to cultural, educational and humanitarian pursuits connected with Norwegian and Scandinavian heritage, and is active in the community in many ways. The Lodge currently supports yearly college scholarships, financial aid and tuition grants for youth summer camps and local schools, cancer patient aid, and annual financial contributions to a variety of charitable groups.

Ongoing cultural activities include a traditional dance program that has operated since 1934, Norwegian craft and language classes, Scandinavian film, literature and history clubs, and a recently restored library which houses one of the largest collections of Norwegian-language books in the Northwest. Grieg Lodge is the Portland chapter of International Sons of Norway, which was founded in 1895 and has 63,000 members worldwide. www.sofn.com