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York Anglo-Scandinavian Society @yorkangloscan.bsky.social · 3h

Celebrating 80 years of Pippi Longstocking! 🎈
Read 12-year-old Amy’s wonderful blog about Astrid Lindgren – the Swedish author who gave the world its most fearless red-haired heroine.
#PippiLongstocking #AstridLindgren #YASSYork

York Anglo-Scandinavian Society @yorkangloscan.bsky.social · 2d

What happens when a Yorkshire heart meets Scandinavian living? 🇸🇪❤️🇬🇧
Thom’s journey from London to Stockholm and back to York inspired Patch York — a co-working space with a Scandinavian soul.
Read his story on the YASS blog.
#YASSYork #PatchYork #ScandiLife

York Anglo-Scandinavian Society @yorkangloscan.bsky.social · 4d

Save the date! Sankta Lucia returns to York Minster on 15 Dec, 7pm – a night of candlelight, song & Scandinavian warmth. Free but ticketed from 1 Dec, 10am via York Minster.
Photos: Charlotte Graham & Caroline Key
#SanktaLucia #YorkMinster #YASS

York Anglo-Scandinavian Society @yorkangloscan.bsky.social · 20d

Celebrate 80 years of the Moomins! Read 12-year-old Amy’s blog “The Curious and Wonderful History of the Moomins” and join our talk “The Moomins and Nordic Mythology” this Thu 16 Oct, 7 pm at the Norwegian Study Centre.

yorkangloscan.org/post/the-curious-and-wonderful-history-of-the-moomins

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York Anglo-Scandinavian Society @yorkangloscan.bsky.social · 20d

The Moomins and Nordic Mythology
16 October, 7pm | Norwegian Study Centre, York.
Dr Steve Nash explores how Nordic myths and traditions shaped Tove Jansson’s Moomin tales. RSVP on our website so we can plan refreshments.

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York Anglo-Scandinavian Society @yorkangloscan.bsky.social · 28d

Meeting Karin Sjölin from SveaBritt — the London network for Swedish-speaking businesswomen.
SveaBritt and YASS have shared events before and are looking to connect more in future. From vineyards to design kitchens, their stories inspire. Read more on our blog

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York Anglo-Scandinavian Society @yorkangloscan.bsky.social · Oct 2

The Moomins and Nordic Mythology
16 October, 7pm | Norwegian Study Centre, York.
Dr Steve Nash explores how Nordic myths and traditions shaped Tove Jansson’s Moomin tales. RSVP on our website so we can plan refreshments.

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York Anglo-Scandinavian Society @yorkangloscan.bsky.social · Sep 28

Say hej to our new YASS Chair, Dr Beck Sinar. Director of Studies & Senior Lecturer at the Norwegian Study Centre in York. Passionate about language, culture and our Nordic ties — and full of ideas for YASS.
Read the Q&A: https://f.mtr.cool/ytsmlssrcl

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York Anglo-Scandinavian Society @yorkangloscan.bsky.social · Sep 20

York Treasure Hunt Walk
Join us for a fun morning exploring York with clues, puzzles, and discoveries along the way. A chance to see the city differently, meet others, and enjoy a relaxed walk with a twist.
Date: Sunday 28 September 2025

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York Anglo-Scandinavian Society @yorkangloscan.bsky.social · Sep 14

Lucia songs at the door, fika with society ladies, and Swedish words – Stephen Keeler charmed us with tales from his years in Sweden. A surprise prinsesstårta for his birthday was the perfect ending blog: https://f.mtr.cool/bxkbytjbbn

York Anglo-Scandinavian Society @yorkangloscan.bsky.social · Sep 13

York Treasure Hunt Walk
Join us for a fun morning exploring York with clues, puzzles, and discoveries along the way. A chance to see the city differently, meet others, and enjoy a relaxed walk with a twist.
Date: Sunday 28 September 2025

York Anglo-Scandinavian Society @yorkangloscan.bsky.social · Sep 9

Scandinavian languages mirror culture in surprising ways. Read our blog Nordic words worth knowing and join Stephen Keeler (People’s Book Prize 2023) for “50 Words for Love in Swedish”, 17 Sept at York CVS.

Event: yorkangloscan.org/events/50-words-for-love-in-swedish

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York Anglo-Scandinavian Society @yorkangloscan.bsky.social · Aug 31

Join award-winning author Stephen Keeler (People’s Book Prize 2023) for an inspiring evening, “50 Words for Love in Swedish”
17 Sept | York CVS
yorkangloscan.org/events/50-words-for-love-in-swedish
#swedish #angloscandinavian #yorkevents #stephenkeeler

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York Anglo-Scandinavian Society @yorkangloscan.bsky.social · Jun 26

Our Sankt Hans Aften & Midsummer party in Heslington was a real summer treat — sunshine, singing, dancing, all in great company.
Read the full recap and see the photos on our blog:
https://f.mtr.cool/jjcfxzanyq

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York Anglo-Scandinavian Society @yorkangloscan.bsky.social · Jun 9

🌼 Due to popular demand and a fully booked guest list, our Midsummer celebration is now closed to non-members. Thanks for the fantastic interest! 🌞

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York Anglo-Scandinavian Society @yorkangloscan.bsky.social · Jun 7

Join us for our traditional Sankt Hans Aften & Midsommar! 🌼
📅 21 June, 6–9.30pm
📍 Heslington, York
Bring food to share and enjoy songs, dancing and great company.
For location details: [email protected]
All welcome to this joyful summer evening!

York Anglo-Scandinavian Society @yorkangloscan.bsky.social · May 26

Join us for our traditional Sankt Hans Aften & Midsommar! 🌼
📅 21 June, 6–9.30pm
📍 Heslington, York
Bring food to share and enjoy songs, dancing and great company.
For location details: [email protected]
All welcome to this joyful summer evening!

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York Anglo-Scandinavian Society @yorkangloscan.bsky.social · May 20

Thank you to everyone who joined YASS and the Norwegian Study Centre to celebrate Syttende Mai (Norway’s national day) on the 17th of May.

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York Anglo-Scandinavian Society @yorkangloscan.bsky.social · Apr 29

Celebrate Syttende Mai with food, fun and friends! Drop in Sat 17 May, 11:00–14:00 at Quantum House, Univ. of York. Hotdogs, ice-cream, music, dancing – all welcome! RSVP by 14 May: yorkangloscan.org/events or email [email protected]. Bring Norwegian-inspired food to share if you can!

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York Anglo-Scandinavian Society @yorkangloscan.bsky.social · Apr 13

Join us for the YASS Social Evening and AGM on Friday 25 April, 6:30–9:30 PM at St Edward the Confessor Church, York. Enjoy Scandinavian food, a fun quiz, and a short AGM. Please RSVP via the event page: https://f.mtr.cool/trkkevgsaf We look forward to seeing you!

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York Anglo-Scandinavian Society @yorkangloscan.bsky.social · Mar 2

Come and join us for an illustrated talk by YASS member Brita Green on the life and art of the famous Swedish painter Carl Larsson.

19:00 on the 20th of March
Norwegian Study Centre
University of York
@nsc_york

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York Anglo-Scandinavian Society @yorkangloscan.bsky.social · Feb 16

An insightful tour of York Minster’s Centre of Excellence for Heritage Craft today. Neil Sanderson’s passion brought its incredible work to life, blending traditional craftsmanship with modern conservation. A privilege to see its global impact up close—huge thanks to all involved! #YorkMinster

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York Anglo-Scandinavian Society @yorkangloscan.bsky.social · Jan 25

"Today, we had coffee (mostly lattes!) at a café in York with the YASS 'Swedish Conversation' group. Great turnout, with some from Darlington! We welcomed 4 new faces, shared Swedish connections, and talked about *Semla*! 🥰 Interested in joining next time? Email YASS for details. 🇸🇪☕🍰"

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York Anglo-Scandinavian Society @yorkangloscan.bsky.social · Jan 19

Join us for a talk by Ellie Fisher on her experiences in Iceland and Finland, studying environmental change at high latitudes as part of the EnCHiL Nordic Masters.

31 Jan 2024, 19:00
Norwegian Study Centre
University of York
Email: [email protected]

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