Winter Solstice Traditions and the Scandinavian Christmas
Global Village MuseumWinter Solstice Traditions and the Scandinavian Christmas will be presented from 6-7:30 pm Thursday, Dec. 14, by Kristina Feste-Hanson, co-director of the Scandinavian Alliance of Colorado. The program will explore the connections between Nordic mythology and Scandinavian folk traditions and their adaptation and influence into Christmas practices. Attendees will gather in a circle around the […]
Global Adventures – Nepal and Himalayan Adventures
Kumar Karakheti, a Fort Collins resident and native of Nepal, will present Nepal and Himalayan Adventures at 6 pm at the Jan. 11, 2024 meeting of Global Adventures. Karakheti comes from a small village in Nepal and has lived in Fort Collins since 2007. He has trekked 65 times to Everest Base Camp and is […]
Huipiles of Guatemala: Heritage and Tradition
From 6-7:30 pm Thursday, Jan. 18, representatives from Friendship Bridge will explain the symbolism in traditional Guatemalan blouses that provides us insight into the daily lives of the indigenous Maya and what they have experienced as a marginalized people. Friendship Bridge is a Colorado-based organization in Lakewood that offers small loans to low-income women in […]
Foods of the Winter Solstice
As a feast always adds to a celebration, Foods of the Winter Solstice will be offered from noon to 3 pm Saturday, Jan. 20, at The Cooking Studio Fort Collins. The fun cook-and-consume class has been organized by the Global Village Museum in conjunction with its Main Gallery exhibit, Fire and Light: Winter Solstice Traditions. […]
Ukraine, Russia, and their Devastating War
Global Village MuseumUkraine, Russia, and their Devastating War will be presented from 1-2:30 pm Saturday, Feb. 24 both on zoom and in person, by Henry Weisser, Professor Emeritus at Colorado State University. Dr. Weisser earned his master’s and PhD in history from Columbia University, and he taught history at CSU for 39 years. A current instructor with […]
International Trivia Night
International Trivia Night will be held from 6-8 pm Tuesday, Feb. 27. The contest will feature 50 multiple-choice questions, with teams of six competing for prizes and bragging rights. Admission is $10 per person, and advance reservations are required by 5 pm Friday, Feb. 23. Partial teams or full six-person teams are welcome with a […]
The Foods and Wonders of Thailand
Khon Thai Restaurant 2900 Harvard Street, Fort Collins, COImmerse yourself in the wonderful, colorful, and vibrant culture of Thailand which boasts abundant lush rainforests, beautiful beaches, majestic temples, and welcoming people. April and May are a time for many festivals in Thailand. Together, we will experience the exuberance, fun, and blessings of Songkran, the Thai New Year Water Festival, and Visakha Bucha Day. […]
Mariupol Before and After: Our Family’s Story
Mariupol Before and After: Our Family’s Story will be presented by Stephen Connacher, a former resident of the city who now lives in Fort Collins. Connacher lived in Mariupol from 2016-2021, and he witnessed the port city undergo a wondrous transformation and become a vibrant European city. But in early 2022, Russia invaded Mariupol, turning the […]
Canceled – Travel in Style to Scandinavian Midsummer Festival
The 31st annual Scandinavian Midsummer Festival is in Golden this year, and premier luxury bus transportation to and from the fabulous festivities on Saturday, June 15, is being offered by the Museum. Arranging the trip is the Museum’s Global Adventures club, designed for those who love to travel, want to recount their travel experiences, delight in sharing stories […]
An Italian Supper Under the Stars
For a magical meal on the summer solstice, An Italian Supper Under the Stars will be hosted from 6:30-9 pm Thursday, June 20, by the Global Village Museum and City Park Gelato & aMore. The repast is part of the Museum’s Global Adventures club, designed for those who love to travel, want to recount their travel experiences, delight in […]
