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14 // COASTWEEKEND.COM Welcome! one and all to the 2016 Astoria Scandinavian Midsummer Festival This is our 49th festival, and we are anxiously awaiting the celebration of our 50th festival next year. Whether you have family roots in the Scandinavian cultures or not, there will be something for you to enjoy! Booths, entertainment, costumes and the extreme pride that everyone has in shar- ing their traditions will leave you richer. This is a festival that showcases the beautiful midsum- mer celebrations observed in Scandinavian countries. It’s the longest day of the year that we celebrate with an amaz- ing three-day festival right here in Clatsop County at the Clatsop County Fairgrounds. Come raise the Midsummer Pole, and watch the lags ly while the audience sings along with each national anthem. Hear the princesses talk about their heritage, and watch the selection of the new Miss Scandinavia. Dancers from near and far will show off their excellent skills, and musical en- tertainment — new and returning — will enthrall you. A non-denominational church service will also tie together all the traditions Sunday morning. This is not a festival put on by one, but by many. This is a community of volunteers who work hard year round to put together an enjoyable experience for everyone. Their pride shines through all the events that have been arranged and coordinated for your enjoyment. To the multitudes of volunteers I must say thank you for ALL your efforts to make this the best festival yet! For those who have been to the festival for multiple years or for those who come for the irst time, there is always something to enjoy. Learn dances, burn a hex, eat many de- licious foods, quiz the princesses about their heritage, see beautiful authentic costumes, run with the Troll, learn the game Kubb, and take pride in your inner Scandinavian! Leila Collier Chairperson Astoria Scandinavian Midsummer Festival Association 2016 Astoria Scandinavian Midsummer Festival Friday to Sunday, June good for all three days of the festival. No pets are allowed at the festival. Parking $2 per day or $5 for a weekend pass 17, 18 & 19 Clatsop County Fairgrounds 92937 Walluski Loop, Astoria Admission $8 for adults, $3 for chil- dren age 6 to 12, free for children age 5 and under. Admission wristbands are PUBLISHED BY: THE DAILY ASTORIAN © 2016 The Daily Astorian ON THE COVER: Astoria Scandinavian Midsummer Festival activities 2016 Scandinavian Midsummer Court photos by Lamping Pho- tography astoriascanfest.com Schedule of Events Friday, June 17 Saturday, June 18 vian heritage. A panel of judges will select one to reign as Miss Scandinavia 2016. Hear featured entertainers from Denmark and Finland. Soloists from the community will sing the national songs of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Swe- den. The Nordic Viking Dancers will perform. BOOTHS OPEN 2 to 6:30 p.m., Arena Visit the vendors to find specialty Scandinavian items, handcrafted treasures and foods. ENTERTAINMENT 4 to 7 p.m., Arena Stage There will be live entertainment every hour on stage including performances by featured groups from Denmark, Finland and Sweden. TORCHLIGHT PARADE, BONFIRE AND HEX BURNING 3 to 11 p.m. Astoria Brewing Co. will present a selection of microbrews and a limited menu with live music. 8 p.m. approximately (following the Queen’s coronation), Parking Area With torches in hand, Scandia men will lead the newly crowned Miss Scandinavia and the audi- ence to the bonfire to throw straw hexes into the flames. This tradition symbolizes ridding oneself of bad luck for the year. Accordionists will play tunes, and there might be a dance. BEEF DINNER QUEEN’S FAMILY BALL 4:30 p.m. until supply runs out, Exhibit Hall The Olney Grange presents a dinner of pot roast, baked potato, green beans, roll, salad, pie and beverage for $13. 8 to 10:30 p.m., Exhibit Hall Miss Scandinavia and her father or special part- ner will lead the first dance of the 2016 Festival. Tonight’s the night if you like the Chicken Dance and Hokey Pokey and the locals’ favorites: the Butterfly and the Varsouvienne. Scandinavian Country of Astoria will provide the tunes. Dance a waltz, schottische, polka, snoa, humppa, or other favorite Scandinavian dance. There will be an occasional tango or hambo for the experts. BEER GARDEN QUEEN’S CORONATION 7 p.m., Arena Princesses sponsored by the Danish Society, Finnish Brotherhood, Sons of Norway and VASA Swedish Lodge will speak about their Scandina- Welcome th 49 Annual to the MIDNIGHT SUN BREAKFAST 7 to 11 a.m., Exhibit Hall Buffet: Norwegian Jarlsberg egg cake, Finnish pyttipannu (pan-fried scramble of potato, onions, sausage and egg), Swedish pancakes with whipped cream and strawberries, Norwegian rommegrot (sour cream porridge with cinnamon and sugar), lefse, cheese, shrimp and salmon lox, bread, fruit, Danish pastry, coffee, OJ, served by Scandinavian Cafe of Vancouver, Washington. Adults $10, kids 6 and under $5). RUNNING OF THE TROLLS 8:30 a.m., Walluski area The Running of the Trolls is a walk or run in the countryside. Proceeds benefit the Scandinavian Midsummer Festival Association Scholarship Fund. Registration is online or at the festival. Check-in is from 7 to 8 a.m. in the Entry Hall. BOOTHS 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Arena ENTERTAINMENT 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Arena & Exhibit Hall There will be live Scandinavian-themed entertain- ment on two stages throughout the day. Pick up a festival program at the admission table to find your favorite band, singer or dance troupe. 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