Overview
From the Scandinavians communities maybe the first coming were the Fins that settled in the Monessen/Charleroi area along the Monongehela. They came to that area, many over a relatively short span of time, to work in the mining and steel industry. Something similar was the case with Swedes in Braddock/Swissvale.
Later Scandinavians came individually, often quite well educated; they blended in and were readily accepted.
Scandinavian Society of Western Pennsylvania
Representing the five Nordic countries, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden, promotes cultural and social activities in the Pittsburgh area.
324 Thompson Run Rd.
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Phone: 412-531-2609
www.pittsburghscandinavians.org
The Vasa Order of America
Began more than a century ago as a fraternal society for Swedish immigrants to the United States. The name of Vasa reflects the Order's roots as a Swedish American Fraternal Organization. Swedish in origin, the Vasa Order welcomes men and woman over 14 years of age of Scandinavian roots, (Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Finnish or Icelandic,) and their spouses who would like to rediscover the traditions of their forefathers or share their Scandinavian heritage.
Redligheten #493 (Founded 7/2/1927)
Swissvale Presbyterian Church
Monongahela & Church St.
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
Chairman: Loren Bohman
115 N 6th St.
Youngwood, PA 15697-1323
Phone: 724-925-7802
http://www.vasaorder.com/
Finlandian FoundationPittsburgh Chapter
The Finlandian Foundation is an organization dedicated to the support and preservation of Finnish culture. The Pittsburgh chapter sponsors regular meetings, and annual holiday party, a newsletter and other cultural or social events. Membership is open to anyone interested in our pur[pose and events.
Contact Seija Cohen: SeijaC@aol.com
Website: www.pittsburghfinns.org
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Community Contacts
Mr. George Knapp
Royal Danish Consulate
Stonewood Capitol Management
3 Gateway Center, 13 East
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
TEL: (412) 784-8804
FAX: (412) 784-8825
E-MAIL: grknapp@aol.com
Sons of Norway
Its mission of is to promote, preserve, and cherish a lasting appreciation of the heritage and culture of Norway and other Nordic countries while growing soundly as a fraternal benefit society and offering maximum benefits to its members.
Sons of Norways misjon er å fremme, ivareta og på lang sikt verne om norske og andre nordiske kulturtradisjoner, samtidig som organisasjonen får vokse og utvikle seg som en broderskapsforening med maksimal hjelp og støtte til alle medlemmer.
Audun A. Gythfeldt
President District 3
Phone: (973) 267-5250
E-mail: audun99@optonline.net
Swedish Association of American Square Dance Clubs
Started on the 7th of November 1982. In that first year there were 26 member clubs. By 1991, just before our 10-year anniversary, there were 136 member clubs. Today the number is 165, including three associated Finnish Clubs and one associated club in Norway.
http://www.square-dance.a.se/index_eng.html Immunization Action Coalition (IAC)
Vaccine Information Statements
The IAC works to increase immunization rates and prevent disease by creating and distributing educational materials for health professionals and the public that enhance the delivery of safe and effective immunization services. The Coalition also facilitates communication about the safety, efficacy, and use of vaccines within the broad immunization community of patients, parents, health care organizations, and government health agencies.
Click here for language specific Vaccine Information Statements (VIS). VIS are information sheets produced by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that explain to vaccine recipients, their parents, or their legal representatives both the benefits and risks of a vaccine. Federal law requires that VIS be handed out whenever (before each dose) certain vaccinations are given. Immunization Action Coalition
http://www.immunize.org
admin@immunize.org 1573 Selby Avenue, Ste. 234
St. Paul, MN 55104
Tel: (651) 647-9009 Fax: (651) 647-9131
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