Scandinavian Living Center

03/25/2026

Today is American Red Cross Giving Day ❤️
In addition to collecting blood through their local drives, the Red Cross provides much needed relief in the wake of disaster. Your monetary donation helps them provide shelter, food, water and emergency medical support where its needed most.

All donations received today will be matched by Ford Motors (up to $250,000)

Please consider donating through the link below:
https://tinyurl.com/yydryrth

03/24/2026

Our money is on the Firefighters

The Red and the Blue will once again come together to kick off the 2026 Basketball Marathon with a charity contest. Come for free to see your favorite Police Officers and Firefighters compete at 5:30 PM on Friday, April 10th. Immediately following this game, the kids will tip off for their 12 hour basketball extravaganza!

03/24/2026

Check out the Finnish language classes available this spring in Fitchburg!

Hei, Massachusetts! Interested in learning Finnish or continuing your studies? Join weekly Finnish language classes this spring at our FFN Chapter, the Finnish Center at Saima Park, taught by Saija Laurla.

📅 Mondays, April 6 – June 15
(No class May 25)

📍 Finnish Center at Saima Park
67 Scott Rd, Fitchburg, MA

Class Levels:

Advanced: 3:15–5:00 PM (coffee 4:45–5)
Beginner: 4:45–6:30 PM (coffee 4:45–5)
Intermediate: 6:30–8:15 PM (coffee 6:30–6:45)

💲 Tuition:
FCSP Members: $75
Non-members: $80
Under 18: Half tuition

📚 Textbooks:
Advanced: Suomen Mestari 2
Beginner & Intermediate: Suomen Mestari 1

📩 Register: finnishcenter@yahoo.com
📞 978-407-9690

of Saima Park, Fitchburg MA

03/20/2026

The first day of spring always feels like a quiet reminder that change doesn’t have to be loud to be meaningful.

After months of cold, bare trees, and early sunsets, the world slowly begins again. The longer days, softer light, and small signs of life returning show us spring is on its way. A season that teaches patience: growth happening quietly beneath the surface before we ever see it bloom.

Here’s to fresh starts, gentle progress, and trusting that brighter days are on the way.

“Where flowers bloom, so does hope.” — Lady Bird Johnson

03/18/2026

SAVE THE DATE! Our friends at the Rotary Club of Newton are hosting their annual Dog Fest and Parade on Saturday May 30th (rain date May 31st). We can't wait!

Mark your calendars , Newton! 🐾

The Newton Rotary Dog Fest is back on May 30, 2026, and it’s shaping up to be one of the happiest days of the year for our four‑legged friends (and their humans).

Whether you’re bringing your own pup or just love being around them, it’s a great way to support the Rotary’s community work and celebrate the dogs who make our lives better every single day.

See you there—look for the wagging tails! 🐶💛

03/18/2026

What a sweet way to celebrate!

Lucky you; sundaes count as tradition.
Happy St. Patrick's Day!🍀

03/17/2026

Whether you're Irish on both sides or just for today, we wish you a very Happy St. Patrick's Day. Sláinte! ☘