Finlandia Foundation Seattle Chapter

Live in Seattle: ”Overpopulated” One-Man Band!

The Finnish International Choir invites you to a fun and unforgettable afternoon of music with Steve Solkela and his famous “overpopulated” one-man band!

📍 Mäki Hall at the Finnish Lutheran Church
8504 13th Ave NW, Seattle, WA
📅 Saturday, March 21
⏰ 3:00 PM
🎟️ Free!

Steve is currently on an extended U.S. tour (FL, CA, AZ, UT, WI, MN, OR… and Seattle!) and we’re thrilled he’s making a stop here in the Pacific Northwest. Known for performing with a huge collection of instruments, sometimes nearly 20 at once, his shows are energetic, humorous, and completely unique.

Proud of his Finnish heritage, Steve brings together folk traditions, storytelling, and musical talent for a performance you won’t want to miss.

Come experience the magic of Steve Solkela live!

🎥 Learn more about Steve in this documentary:
https://www.pbs.org/video/steve-solkela-2llxjn/

We’re honored that our Finnish Independence Day Dinner & Dance and our broader Finnish community were featured in The Seattle Times!

Nearly 200 guests gathered at National Nordic Museum to celebrate independence and the Finnish spirit of sisu: resilience strengthened through community.

Read more here: https://www.seattletimes.com/pacific-nw-magazine/in-todays-stressful-times-we-need-the-finns-secret-sisu/

Kiitos to everyone who made the evening possible and continues to keep Finnish culture thriving in the PNW.

In today’s stressful times, we need to try a Finnish secret In times of adversity, we might all benefit from a little sisu. Here's how people in the Seattle area define and live the Finnish can-do mindset at any age.

Finland celebrates 108 years of independence! This year’s celebrations honor the power and importance of education in shaping the future. 🇫🇮💙🕯️

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