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THE
FINNISH GOVERNMENT
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The
Consulate General of Finland in Los Angeles www.finlandla.org
The
official representative of Finland in the Western United States.
Provides information and services to everybody interested in Finland.
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Department for International
Development Co-operation global.finland.fi
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Embassy
of Finland - Washington D.C. www.finland.org
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FINPRO
(the Finnish Foreign Trade Association) www.finpro.fi
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Ministry
for Foreign Affairs of Finland www.virtual.finland.fi
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TEKES
(National Technology Agency) www.tekes.fi
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Southern California
Finnish Organizations
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House Of Finland, San Diego, Balboa Park
The House of Finland promotes and cultivates Finnish culture and traditions in San Diego.
http://www.houseoffinland.org/
Finlandia Foundation
http://www.finlandiafoundation.org/CA/la/html/home.htm |
Suomi
Kerho
http://www.suomikerho.org
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Hauli
Huvila
Has operated since the
1950’S. Campground and gathering place for Finns in Reedley CA,
outside of Fresno. Event weekends staged four times each summer:
Memorial Day, 4th of July, August Golf weekend, Labor Day. Up to 300
Finns attend these gathering, where highlights include sauna and
river rafting.
http://www.haulihuvila.com |
Finlandia Foundation – National Chapter
Started in 1953 to promote
Finnish culture. Main work is focused on fundraising for grants and
Saunalahti. Based out of history museum in Pasadena. Produced a DVD
of Finnish history and their tupa which is available for other
Finnish organizations to show their members free of charge.
http://www.finlandiafoundation.org |
SCAN
– Scandinavian Center at Nansen Field
Started in 1947 as a
Norwegian Seamen’s church. Operates a clubhouse in Palos Verdes. All
5 Scandinavian chambers of commerce are members. The facility is
available for rent for events.
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American Scandinavian Foundation
Started in 1939 as a
pan-Scandinavian organization to promote friendship between
Scandinavia and the US. Organizes the Scandinavian Festival each
fall, this year for the 24th time. Also run a scholarship program
and sponsor and co-sponsor other cultural events. Started the
Scandinavian Film Festival 8 years ago.
http://www.amscan.org/
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Suomi
Naiset – San Diego
Network in San Diego
focused on the needs of women, kids, and families. Organize
activities and playgroups. Active for approximately 5 years.
Group posts helpful hints on where to find Finnish foods and
products, or good substitutes, on their website.
http://www.sandiegofinns.com
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Suomi
Koulu
Worldwide organization that
has been in operation for 20 years, 10 years locally in Southern
California. Will be celebrating their 10th anniversary this year.
Currently operaing in 3 locations: La Canada, Santa Monica ands
Costa Mesa.
http://www.suomikoulula.org |
California Kanteles
Informal gathering for learning to
play and performing the kantele. Performed on the LAFF DVD and are for requests and performances.
http://kanteles.org
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Scandinavian
Professionals in Southern California
www.digitalvikings.com
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OTHER
LINKS
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The
Finnish American Chamber of Commerce Incorporated www.facc-ny.com
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Helsinki
Exchanges www.hex.fi
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Finnish American Reporter www.finnishamericanreporter.com
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