Pikkujoulu

Join the Finnish American Heritage Society of Maine on Sunday, December 21 at 2:00 p.m. for our warm and festive traditional holiday celebration, Pikkujoulu (Little Christmas)! This cherished gathering brings together friends, families, and community members to share the spirit of the season in true Finnish style.

Enjoy a lively afternoon filled with holiday cheer. Our bake sale will feature an array of homemade Finnish treats—including plenty of fresh Nisu, cookies, and other seasonal delights—perfect for gifting or enjoying with a cup of coffee. A raffle will offer fun prizes, and a table of festive goodies will be available for all to sample as we celebrate together.

Following the gathering at the hall, we will continue a heartfelt tradition by traveling to the Finnish American Cemetery on Pioneer Street for our annual candle lighting ceremony. This peaceful moment of reflection honors our loved ones and illuminates the winter evening with…