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We love our Samkoma Member Lee-Anne Fox! Samkoma members have full access to all member-only Icelandic Roots events. And you do not need to be an Icelandic descendant to become a Samkoma Member. Read her story here: https://www.icelandicroots.com/post/samkoma-member-loves-iceland
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Fulfill your Iceland obsession with Icelandic Roots Samkoma Membership! Samkoma (meaning "gathering" in Icelandic) membership includes: Learn with our informative webinars and workshops. 🌐 Supportive Community: Connect with others passionate about Iceland.The Samkoma membership, designed for everyone who wants to explore Iceland! This membership is Open to the general public—everyone is welcome! https://www.icelandicroots.com/post/samkoma-a-new-way-to-participate-in-icelandic-roots
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Icelandic Roots is encouraging everyone to jot down a quick diary entry to document their day on June 17, 2025 to provide future generations a glimpse into what life was like on that day. Send your entry into outreach@icelandicroots.com where it will be archived. Learn more here: https://www.icelandicroots.com/post/what-are-you-doing-on-jon-sigurdson-s-birthday #icelandicroots. #icelandicnationalday
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A book review is the best way to get an overview to see if you would like to read a book. Summer is made for relaxing and this just might be a great book to enjoy while relaxing. Here's the review:https: //www.icelandicroots.com/post/her-darling-boy-book-review
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Welcome to our Interesting Icelander series for 2025 with a focus on Icelandic Art and Culture. Our May profile explores the life and legacy of Einar Jónsson (May 1874–Oct 1954). Read more here:https://www.icelandicroots.com/post/interesting-icelander-for-may-2025
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Brian Borgford recently attended the Icelandic Roots conversation hour (Samtal) and found a surprising link to his grandfather's past. He shares the unexpected gem with us here: https://www.icelandicroots.com/post/samtal-gold
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Going to Gimli for INLNA? Want FREE ACCESS to the Database? Learn how here: https://icelandicroots.eventcalendarapp.com/u/31130/369464
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Going to Gimli for the INLNA convention? Want FREE ACCESS to the Icelandic Roots Database? Go to our Event Calendar for more information and to preregister here: https://www.icelandicroots.com/event-calendar
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Icelandic Roots Public Webinar On January 29 at 12 pm CST, Icelandic Roots will host a public webinar featuring Julianna Roberts, the executive director of the New Iceland Heritage Museum. She will speak about the unique history of New Iceland in Canada. More information and Zoom link here: https://www.icelandicroots.com/post/150th-anniversary-of-new-iceland
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For 2025, the Icelandic Roots newsletter will proudly profile Icelandic Art and Culture, both in Iceland and North America. Read more here: https://www.icelandicroots.com/post/icelandic-roots-focus-for-2025
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Wishing you a Christmas filled with love, joy, and laughter. May the spirit of the season bring you peace and happiness. #icelandicroots #christmas
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Come join the fun! A Samkoma Membership Includes ALL Community Benefits. Icelandic ancestors not required. https://www.icelandicroots.com/membership #icelandicroots.com
Read how a 2024 Snorri Participant learned Icelandic this summer while staying with his host family: https://www.icelandicroots.com/post/discovering-your-roots-through-language All Icelandic Roots members are invited to attend our December 4th seminar for an exciting beginner-friendly live language class! See our Event Calendar for more details: https://www.icelandicroots.com/event-calendar #icelandicroots #icelandic language #snorri Event Calendar, Iceland
Read how a 2024 Snorri Participant learned Icelandic this summer while staying with his host family: https://www.icelandicroots.com/post/discovering-your-roots-through-language All Icelandic Roots members are invited to attend our December 4th seminar for an exciting beginner-friendly live language class! See our Event Calendar for more details: https://www.icelandicroots.com/event-calendar #icelandicroots #icelandic language #snorri
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Scholarship applications for the 2025 Iceland Writers Retreat are available and being accepted through Nov. 1. It is free to apply. https://icelandwritersretreat.com/scholarships/
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Learn about the Njál's Saga Tapestry, a monumental work of art that stretches 90 meters in length, located in the town of Hvolsvöllur, southern Iceland.The tapestry illustrates scenes from the Icelandic Saga of Burnt Njál, one of the most significant sagas of the Icelandic literary tradition. https://www.icelandicroots.com/post/bringing-the-saga-era-to-the-modern-era-understanding-the-njál-saga-tapestry #icelandicroots #icelandicsagas #bayeuxtapestry #icelandichandcrafts