Norwegian Kiteboarders at Big Air Wind Jam

Norwegian kiters Bjørn Kaupang and Sigve Botnen participate in the kiteboarding event Big Air Wind Jam, at the San Fransisco Yacht Club, July 27 - 29.

Scandinavian Consulates Cup

Finland, Sweden, Norway, and Denmark will be playing for the cup and bragging rights Saturday August 26, 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM at Piper Park in Larkspur.

Norwegian National Soccer Team

The Norwegian Men's National Soccer Team meets Mexico January 25 at Monster Park, San Francisco. A few days later, January 29, they meet the U.S. Men's National Team in Carson. Come watch the game and join us in cheering the Team!

Scandinavian Consulates Football Cup 2005

The traditional annual soccer tournament between Denmark, Sweden, Norway & Finland will this year be held at Piper Park soccer field, Larkspur, Saturday August 27, 2005 at 11:00AM to 3:00PM. Interessted in joining the team, or just having a good time cheering your team?

Norwegian women’s handball showered with prizes

Norwegian women’s handball is receiving international acclaim, both for its players, its coach, and its supporters.

Scandinavian Hockey Night with Aeros

There will be a Scandinavian Night with Houston`s ice hockey team the Aeros, February 22nd at 7:05 pm.

Norwegian Culture at Icer Air 2005

The Icer Air ski jump competition will take place in the streets of San Francisco Thursday September 29 at noon. In conjunction with the event and the Norwegian centennial anniversary, the Norwegian Consulate General and the Norway House Foundation are proud to present Norwegian skiing history, culture and traditions.

Norwegian soccer stars build schools in Africa

Norwegian soccer player Ole Gunnar Solskjær is one of the best known Norwegians of all times. He played his testimonial game for Manchester United at the beginning of August. Now he is concentrating on being a “skooligan” for Africa and UNICEF goodwill ambassador.

Norwegian cycling picks up speed

Norwegian cycling is currently enjoying an upswing. Interest in both competitive cycling and cycling for keeping fit has skyrocketed over the last four to five years, for young and old alike. Much of the credit for this can be attributed to big names in the sport such as Thor Hushovd, Gunn-Rita Dahle Flesjå and Kurt Asle Arvesen. But determined efforts are also being made to encourage children ...

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