SIGHTS & SOUNDS OF CHRISTMAS
2004 ANNOUNCES SCHEDULE
Dana College's annual Scandinavian
festival
to offer food, music crafts and more
Dana College has announced the schedule for its annual
Scandinavian-themed festival, Sights & Sounds of Christmas,
Dec. 4 and 5, 2004.
The two-day festival is packed with concerts, food,
exhibits, demonstrations, crafts and more. Designed to be family-friendly,
all of the festival events are entertaining for all ages, with some
especially designed to fascinate and engage children with hands-on
activities. Visitors can gain entry to more than 20 different events
with the purchase of a Sights & Sounds button for just $5.
The buttons will be available at the door to every
event during the festival, but reservations are encouraged for the
famous Scandinavian Smorgasbord ($15.50 for adults, $7 for children
under 12). This year Dana is offering eight limited settings of
the Smorgasbord. The cuisine includes authentic Scandinavian cuisine,
including frikadeller (meat balls), medisterpølse (sausage)
and salmon, as well as 22 additional items carefully selected and
prepared in consultation with chefs trained in Scandinavian cuisine.
Reservations can be made by visiting the event’s
web site, www.dana.edu/sightsandsounds,
or by calling the Dana College Relations Office, (402) 426-7216.
Seats for the Smorgasbord are limited and are available on a first-come,
first-serve basis, so if visitors have a specific time in mind,
they are encouraged to make reservations early. Times for the Smorgasbord
are 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 4, and 11 a.m., noon, 1 p.m., 2
p.m., 3 p.m., 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 5.
Events in this year’s festival include:
EXHIBITS AND DEMONSTRATIONS
- Viking Encampment & Demonstrations is a crowd favorite
for both adults and children. This group recreates the life and
culture of the Viking Age with demonstrations and hands-on experiences.
Sunday, 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
- The Scandinavian Dancers, families of talented performers,
return to Sights & Sounds each year to share the traditional
dance and costumes of Scandinavia. Sunday, noon, 1 p.m. and 2
p.m.
- The Holly and Ivy Examines the history associated with carrying
and draping of foliage and flora in homes at Christmas time. Sunday,
11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
- The Julestuen lets you enjoy the old-fashioned Danish Christmas
coupled with Christmas today in Denmark. Dance with our Danish
students and learn the art of Hans Christian Andersen paper-cutting
ornaments to decorate our tree. Also, see the Danish Immigrant
Museum’s display of decorated Danish and Danish-American
Christmas trees past and present. Purchase Danish Christmas ornaments
inspired by the fairy tales of Andersen. Sunday, 11 a.m. and noon.
- Stories for the young and young-at-heart presented by Dr. John
W. Nielsen at The Christmas Storyteller. Sunday, 1 p.m. and 2
p.m.
- While on campus, you are invited to visit the Heritage Room.
There you will find artifacts and a visual history of the Danish
immigration movement through the Midwest. Saturday, 1 to 5 p.m.;
Sunday, 1 to 10 p.m.
MUSIC, DRAMA & WORSHIP
- A worship service led by VOICES under the direction of Dr.
Richard Palmer, with the Rev. Dr. Andrea Ng’weshemi, campus
pastor, presiding. Sunday, 10 a.m.
- One Voice – Inspirational Singers: Dana students singing
a cappella Christmas and Gospel songs. Sunday, 11 a.m.
- Guest High School Choirs: We welcome three guest choirs to
the stage, Fort Calhoun, Bennington and Ord, Nebraska high schools.
Sunday, 2 p.m.
- Dana College Concert Band & Chorale: Our premier musical
ensembles bring you a variety of selections from the distant past
to the new millenium in a breath-taking and spirit-filled holiday
concert you won’t soon forget. Saturday and Sunday, 4 p.m.
- Santa Lucia Singers: Our traditional Danish female vocal ensemble
closes out our festival in beauty, grace and the Christmas spirit.
Saturday, during the Smorgasbord; Sunday, 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and
6:30 p.m.
- Christmas Forté: A contata of sacred music by three
local families. Sunday, noon and 2 p.m.
- “Christmas in a Time of War”: In his latest play,
Dr. Paul Schneider, professor of English, explores the questions,
hopes and fears of six undergraduates as one of their number faces
the prospect of fighting in a war overseas. Sunday, 11 a.m., noon,
1 p.m. and 2 p.m.
CRAFTS
- Swedish Weavers: Marvel at the Scandinavian techniques of Omaha
Weavers & Spinners guild as they demonstrate their craft.
Adults & children can try their hand at weaving on a loom.
Finished work for sale. Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Let’s Make It Danish: Learn the art of Papirklip (paper
cutting), Bobbin Lace, Hardanger, Rosemaling, Straw-weaving, Tatting
and traditional Scandinavian Christmas ornaments. Great fun for
families and children of all ages. Items are for sale and tatting
lessons are available for a small fee. Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
SALES
- Books are Fun Sale: Books for all ages are 40 to 70 percent
off retail prices, from all major publishers. A percent of the
proceeds support Sights & Sounds. Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Concession Stand: Dana Women’s Club is serving sandwiches,
snacks and beverages. Profits support student scholarships at
Dana. Sunday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Danish Plate Sale: Check out year plates from Royal Copenhagen
and Bing & Grundahl collection from 1896 to 1990. Fair market
price with proceeds supporting the stained glass windows in Trinity
Chapel. Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Fine Art Print Sale: A large collection of fine art prints
from various North American contemporary artists, reasonably priced.
Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Dana Bookstore & Gifts: Selections of Scandinavian books,
gifts, food, Christmas ornaments, papercuts, napkins and Dana
insignia items are available. Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Student Art Exhibit & Sale: Have a cup of hot cider, and
enjoy the fine works of watercolor, acrylics, pottery and photography
of Dana students. Some items available for sale. Sunday, 10 a.m.
to 5 p.m.
Dana College is a place where all students actively
participate. They make things happen — in their own lives
and in the lives of others. Through a highly supportive faculty
and campus community, Dana students develop interpersonal skills,
leadership abilities, and other important values and knowledge as
they make choices about their future. Dana’s outstanding academic
programs in business, education, art and social work, among others,
ensure that students have the knowledge, skills and experience necessary
to pursue challenging careers or placement in graduate school.
Dana College is a private, liberal arts institution
in Blair, Neb. To learn more, visit www.dana.edu.
Dana College: Develop talents,
Take charge, Build a future — We’re with you all the
way.
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For more information contact:
Sarah Cavanah
Communications Coordinator
Dana College
(402) 426-7216
scavanah@dana.edu |
