Scandinavian Club of Columbus upcoming events

Scandi Kaffe (17 Sep 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

At 10 a.m. on Thursday, September 17, Scandi Kaffe will be at Fitzy's Old Fashioned Diner at 1487 Shrock Road (just west of intersection with Karl Road). Take Shrock Road east from Worthington or Karl Road north from E. Dublin-Granville Rd. It is in a strip about halfway between Karl and Ambleside Dr.

The diner was founded in the 1970s. Owner Scott Dahlen is a career chef who chased his ownership dream in 2022. He says it is great food made the old fashioned way.

Phone 614 846-1004

Höstfest (26 Sep 2026)

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Please join the Scandinavian Club for Høstfest on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at Thompson Park North in Upper Arlington, from 8:00 a.m. to noon.

Embrace the changing seasons at our annual Höstfest! This cherished autumn celebration brings together our Scandinavian community for a morning of joy, tradition, and camaraderie.

What's in Store:

Fun games for all ages
Delicious Scandinavian breakfast spread
Catching up with old friends and making new ones

Annual Club Meeting:

As part of our festivities, we'll hold a brief but important club meeting. Your voice matters as we:

Review our club's achievements and finances
Plan exciting events for the coming year
Vote in new board members

Admission:

Free entry! We kindly ask for advance registration to ensure everyone's well-fed. Donations are warmly welcomed at the door.

Bring a Taste of Scandinavia:

Share your culinary skills! Bring a breakfast item, preferably with a Nordic twist:

Fresh bread or crisp knäckebröd
An array of Scandinavian cheeses (Jarlsberg, anyone?)
Colorful veggie toppings for open-faced sandwiches
Seasonal fruits or homemade jams

Don't worry, we've got the coffee ☕, juice , and water covered!

RSVP:

Help us prepare for a fantastic morning! Register in advance for a smooth check-in and your personalized name tag.

Finnish Flavors and Friends: A Fundraiser! (24 Oct 2026)

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Join Bob and Nancy Gillette for homemade Finnish treats in support of the Scandinavian Club of Columbus.

Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 10:30 a.m.
Bob and Nancy Gillette’s home
4170 Oxford Drive, Upper Arlington, OH 43220

The menu includes krupsua/pannukakku, nisu/pulla, ham and meatballs, a fruit bowl, and coffee, tea, and infused water

Registration is free. Advance registration is required, with space limited to 35 people. Please register each attendee individually.

A generous voluntary donation is requested to support club activities. Donate to the Scandinavian Club online, use PayPal at @ColsScandiClub, or donate in cash at the event. Donations are separate from free registration.

Julfest 2026 (13 Dec 2026)

Sun, 13 Dec 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Save the date for Julfest 2026 on Sunday, December 13, at the Clintonville Women’s Club. More details to come.

Save the Date: Scandinavian Club of Columbus 90th Anniversary Celebration (26 Feb 2027)

Fri, 26 Feb 2027 05:00:00 GMT

The Scandinavian Club of Columbus is turning 90, and we’re looking forward to celebrating this incredible milestone together!

Please save the date for February 26 for a special 90th Anniversary Birthday Celebration honoring nine decades of friendship, community, and Scandinavian tradition.

We’re still finalizing the venue and event details, so consider this your early hold-the-date announcement.

Tentative Date: February 26
Location: To be announced

Additional details and a formal invitation will follow once the venue is confirmed. We hope you’ll join us for this very special celebration!