May 2019 NEWSLETTER FOR LEIF EIRIKSSON ICELANDIC CLUB OF CALGARY

   
 

LEIF EIRIKSSON ICELANDIC CLUB OF CALGARY NEWSLETTER

                      Scandinavian Centre,

                        739 – 20^th Ave. NW,

               Calgary, AB, T3M 1E2, Canada

                       Phone (403) 284 1620,

                http:/www.inlofna.org/Calgary

     Margaret Grisdale                                                                                                                  Volume 13 Issue 3

     Editor and Publisher                                                                                May 2019

     Phone (403) 251-7018 Email grisdal9@telus.net

ANNUAL SENIOR’S LUNCHEON

Thursday, May 23, 2019

VIKING HALL, (upstairs) Scandinavian Centre,

739 - 20th Ave NW-

Doors open 11:30 am, Luncheon,

12:30 noon

To register please call Marg Finnson at (403) 289-9827 or

Alda Sigvaldason at (403) 230-5599

IF NO ANSWER - PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE IF YOU PLAN TO COME

This luncheon is complimentary of the Leif

Eiriksson Icelandic Club of Calgary

LIBRARY DAY AT THE SCAN CENTRE

Saturday, May 25^th

^{2:00 pm.}

A Library Appreciation afternoon is being planned so members can come and have a visit with Christine Stuart-Smith who is retiring as our Club Librarian.  We will have cake and coffee and time to chat with her to show our appreciation for her many years as our librarian. 

NOTE:  As of May, the new treasurer is Keith Baker, thank you, Keith for taking on the position for the coming year.       

ICELANDIC NATIONAL CELEBRATION –– ÍSLENDINGAMÓT

MARKERVILLE -Saturday, JUNE  15, 2019

The Alberta Clubs will celebrate together on June 15, the day that the Republic of Iceland gained Independence from Denmark.  

This is a National Holiday in Iceland.

This year we also celebrate the crowning of Calgary Fjallkona, Barbara Sigurdson.

Drive or take the bus to Markerville Park and the Fensala Hall.  This is a rain or shine event.  If it rains, go to Fensala Hall.

We need someone to bake a ham ready to serve cold.

Please email if you wish to take the bus.

To register for the bus, email Gwen at <LDGOMANN@ gmail.com>

                     Or call 403 – 242 9714

 

BUS TO MARKERVILLE SCHEDULE: Saturday, June 15, 2019

10:30 a.m.    Load bus at the NAPA Auto Supply, 730 – 16^th Ave NW, with parking against the back wall. 

    

10:45 a.m.    Bus departs for Markerville.



12:30 – 12:45   Estimated arrival time in Markerville.  After the program and dinner, we depart for Calgary.



8:00 p.m.   Estimated time to arrive in

Calgary.

DONALD K. JOHNSON FILM SERIES

Christine Mueller

As part of the Donald K. Johnson Film Series, the film "A Force in Nature" was shown at the River Park Church on April 5th, 2019 to an appreciative audience of about 50 people.

The Film documents the life of Johann Eyfells, who was originally from Iceland and settled in the United States. At the age of 94 Johann was still working as a sculptor.  This film is inspirational and thought provoking. 

Thanks go out to Christine Stuart-Smith and to Melanie Kolbein for providing coffee and cookies at the reception following the film; also, to Nancy Tarr for her work in organizing donations and to all who donated to the Veterans Food Bank.  And the Executive thanks Christine Mueller for organizing this event. 

IN MEMORIUM

DAVID OLAFUR VIDALIN

1925 – 2019

The Leif Eiriksson Icelandic Club was sad to learn of the passing of Honorary Member, David Olafur Vidalin. David was born in Riverton, MB on March 24, 1925 and passed away on April 23, 2019.  He is survived by his wife Susanne and daughter Gerri and her husband Paul.  Condolences may be forwarded through www.McInnisandHolloway.com

MEMORIAL SERVICE FOR

SNASHALL, Deanna Aurora

April 6, 1942 – Edmonton, Alberta
January 25, 2019 – Calgary, Alberta

Deanna Snashall, beloved wife of Don Snashall of Calgary passed away on Friday, January 25, 2019

at the age of 76 years.

A Memorial Service will be held at Willow Park Golf and Country Club on Friday, May 10, at 1:30 p.m.

Our condolences to AGNES COOKE on the passing of her beloved oldest daughter, Catherine Mills. Funeral Service will be held on Sunday, May 12, 2:30 p.m.at Elbow Drive McInnis and Holloway.

President’s Message

Bob Baker

Our Annual Spring Dinner was held on Saturday, April 27^th and despite being hit with a May blizzard we had 80 in attendance, a very strong turnout. The entertainment was great and Visionary Catering put on an excellent spread for us.

“The Vikings Are Coming” exhibit opens in April at the Royal Alberta Museum in Edmonton. The Exhibit will run from April 20^th through October 20^th. Mark your calendars as the club is organizing a bus tour to Edmonton to visit the exhibit on Saturday, September 7^th. More details will be provided closer to the date.

INLNA Convention 2019 and beyond – LEIC will be well represented by a large delegation in Winnipeg for the 2019 Convention taking place over the May long weekend.  Calgary has been selected by the INLNA to host the 2021 Convention. Our last convention in 2008 was a great success and we are looking forward to the challenge of making 2021 even better for our visitors from across North America and Iceland. The date has been set for May 13 – 16, 2021. We are in the process of selecting the host site now. Our theme will be “Celebrating the Arts” with a focus on Alberta’s Icelandic heritage  and all Canadians of Icelandic descent who are involved in the various art forms; writing (authors, poets), music (singers, musicians, song writers, composers), and visual arts (painters, sculptures, photography, graphic arts).

May hands lighten the load and we encourage all members with an interest in becoming involved with organizing the convention step up and volunteer for a committee. Everyone is welcome.

WRIGHT, Irene

August 27, 1929 – April 9, 2019

Irene Wright (nee Thorvaldson) is predeceased by her husband John (Jack) Wright and survived by her children Shelley (Gary) McReynolds, Leslie (Dave) Maginley, and Kent (Marlene) Wright, 7 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.

A private family ceremony was held May 4, 2019 at the Fairmont Evergreen Cemetery. 

Thank you to McKenzie Towne Revera Staff for making Mom’s final journey with Alzheimer’s safe, comfortable and happy.

To view Irene’s Tribute Page and leave messages of remembrance please visit

www.southcalgaryfuneralcentre.ca

CARE AND CONCERN

Nancy Tarr is doing a wonderful job as Care and Concern person for the LEIC. If you know of anyone who is having health issues or is celebrating a special birthday or anniversary -please let Nancy know by calling her at 403-253-7433. 

LEIF EIRIKSSON ICELANDIC CLUB SUMARDAGURINN FYRST

SPRING DINNER.

This year the dinner was held on April 27, and unfortunately Mother Nature came in howling with a blizzard.  80 hardy Icelanders were not kept home and enjoyed a wonderful evening with great food and superb entertainment.  Barb Thorson and friends (Val Hudson and Owen McLaughlin) entertained us with Broadway tunes and other favourite songs.  The evening was a success despite the weather.

Gwen Mann managed to get some great pictures, but she left before the program as the weather was worsening.  Below are some of the pictures from the evening.

Chef from Visionary Caterer: Lindsay Chatterton

THANKS TO THE COMMITTEE FOR PUTTING ON THIS WONDERFUL EVENT: AFTON BARABASH, BOB BAKER, DOUG FINNSON, CHRISTINE MUELLER . MARG GRISDALE

Leif Eiriksson Icelandic Club March 2018 Newsletter

THE LEIF EIRIKSSON ICELANDIC CLUB OF CALGARY

 WILL BE CELEBRATING THE FIRST DAY OF SUMMER OR

“SUMARDAGURINN FYRSTI”

AT THE SCANDINAVIAN CENTRE – VIKING HALL

739 – 20^TH AVE. NW, CALGARY, AB

APRIL 14, 2017.

 

Doors open                   5:30 pm

Dinner                           6:30 pm

Followed by entertainment.

The price of this event

Senior                         $20.00            

Adult:                         $25.00                     

Child    6 – 11             $12.00

Child    0 – 5               free                     

 

This includes a hot and cold buffet.

 

Don’t miss out on this very special evening.

 

COME OUT AND BRING YOUR FRIENDS

 

To reserve your ticket by April 9/18

 

Send your cheque to

AFTON BARABASH

75 Kincora Grove, NW,

Calgary, AB, T3R 1R5

Or contact Afton at

587-229-5971   myownslideshow@gmail.com

 

For more information on special diet needs etc. please email thedobsons@telus.net or call Lorie at (403)912-6869.

 

This year we have a special guest,

Lowry Olafson

 

Lowry is a professional songwriter, keynote speaker and workshop leader who has released nine CDs and toured the globe.  In addition to his performing and speaking careers, Lowry has led over 400 songs with more than 10,000 school kids across western Canada.

 

He has also used songwriting as a tool to transform organizations. The ThemeShop is a team-building experience to help businesses, non-profits and municipalities write their own theme song to get in tune with their team and create an “audio brand” that makes them unforgettable.

 

Lowry is an avid sailor and horse-dad. He lives with his wife and daughter on BC’s Sunshine Coast.

 

DONATIONS REQUIRED FOR INL CONVENTION IN EDMONTON

  

The INL convention is the largest gathering of Icelandic clubs in one place.  Each year there are Icelanders attending from across Canada, the United States and Iceland. The Convention committee is requesting items for a fund-raising auction. There are cars going so items can be transported.  The convention is in Edmonton April 26 – 29/18. Anyone wishing to donate should contact Gwen Mann ldgomann@gmail.com.  

 

 

LIBRARY

New books you might like from our library:
The Legacy. Yrsa Sigurðadottir's latest crime novel “The Almost Nearly Perfect People” - a humourless look at the Scandinavians.

The library is open during office hours so have a look whenever you can, or contact Christine at christinestuartsmith@gmail.com if you want to locate a particular item.

 

VINARTERTA BEE AT THE SCAN CENTER

May 31 from 10 AM to 2 PM

All members welcome to come whether you have made vínarterta for years or want to learn how to make the Icelandic cake.

 

Please bring:

Apron and rolling pin

Noon bag lunch

 

Coffee/Tea and dessert will be provided.

 

Please contact Lorie Dobson at 403-912-6869

 or email thedobsons@telus.net if you are able to come.

 

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2018 Events

 

April 14                      Saturday Spring Dinner 

April 21 -22                      Casino – Deerfoot Inn  

April 26-28                 Convention – Edmonton 

May 24                       Senior Luncheon 

June 16                          Markerville Independence Day Celebration 

Sept.  29                    Fall Feast –Saturday

Xmas Bazaar –         Scan centre to set date

Nov. 24                          Yuletide Party

 

CARE AND CONCERN

 

Nancy Tarr is now our Care and Concern representative so if you know of anyone in sickness or distress or are celebrating a special birthday or anniversary please call her at

 (403) 253-7433

  

IT'S A BOY 

 

Thordor Michael Dobson born January 14, 2018; 9 lbs. 12 oz

Parents Kevin and Sarah Dobson of Saskatoon, Sask.  A brother for Ashton, Josie, Savannah, Evangeline, Summer and Scarlet.

 

 THE LEIF EIRIKSSON ICELANDIC CLUB HAS AN INTERESTING NUMBER OF EVENTS IN THE NEAR FUTURE FOR YOUR ENJOYMENT, PLEASE ATTEND WHEN POSSIBLE.