In the spirit of Norway's Christmas tradition, please join us for the
Mindekirken Foundation’s Julebord 2024!

A festive day with delicious food, fellowship, and music, sponsored by Klubb 500 for the benefit of the Mindekirken Foundation. Dinner and dessert from Chef Francisco of ELMO Catering.

Arrive and depart at Norway House with a musical interlude in the sanctuary at Mindekirken.

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$130 per person

Reservations Required by December 29, 2023
Tickets include complimentary admission to Gingerbread Wonderland
Free Parking

Photo courtesy of Soile Anderson

• SCHEDULE

  12:00 PM | NORWAY HOUSE
  Doors open for registration
  Social gathering time
  Cash Bar
  Gingerbread Wonderland open for viewing—Final day to visit!
  Open seating begins at 1:30pm

  2:00 PM | NORWAY HOUSE
  Dinner is served
  Velkommen til bords!

  3:00 PM (approx.) | MINDEKIRKEN SANCTUARY
  Musical Interlude
  Door prizes!

  4:00 PM (approx.) | NORWAY HOUSE
  Dessert Parade and Kaffebord
  Takk for maten!

• MENU

  JULEBORD BUFFET MENY
  By Chef Francisco of ELMO Catering

  Sild | Assorted Pickled Herring
  Fenalår | Cured Leg of Lamb
  Gravlaks | Cold Cured Salmon
  Eggs • Capers • Flatbread

  Laks | Wild Alaskan Salmon served with Dill Sauce
  Agurksalat | Marinated Cucumber Salad
  Roasted Vegetables

  Ribbe | Pork Ribs
  Medisterpølse | Norwegian Sausage
  Surkål | Red Norwegian Sauerkraut
  Kalrabistappe | Mashed Rutabaga
  Ertestuing | Stewed Peas
  Baby Red Potatoes with Fresh Parsley
  Lingonberry Sauce • Flatbred • Lefse

  Vaffel | Norwegian Heart Waffle + Berries served table-side

  DESSERT PARADE + KAFFEBORD

  Krumkake • Karamellpudding • Kransekake • Marsipankake • Riskrem
  Coffee • Tea • Sparkling Juice
  Cash Bar

• ABOUT KLUBB 500

  In 2000, Mindekirken member Larry Hauge proposed a plan: an endowment fund of $500,000, which would help secure Mindekirken's financial future. His idea caught the attention of like-minded people, and a steering committee was soon organized.

  The original steering committee's plan, simply stated:

  “One thousand people, each giving $100 per year for five years, equals a total endowment fund of $500,000.”

  Thanks to the support of many good friends, we have passed the original goal of $500,000 in contributions and pledges. As a result, the Mindekirken Foundation, a 501(C)(3) organization, was established in 2010.

  Klubb 500 now continues its work as the fundraising arm of the Mindekirken Foundation.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What should I wear?

  Suggested attire:

  • Semi-Formal

  • Bunad

  • Nordic Sweater

• Can I reserve by check?

  Checks payable to:
  Mindekirken Foundation
  “Julebord” in the memo field
  924 E 21st St
  Minneapolis, MN 55404-2952

  Email julebord@mindekirken.org with the names of you and your guests.

• Is there reserved seating?

  Seating is open.

  Tables of eight may reserve online or by check. (See instructions below).

• How do I purchase a table of eight?

  RESERVE ONLINE:
  When prompted, please specify the table “host” name in the online reservation form and submit all guests together.

  RESERVE BY CHECK:
  Mindekirken Foundation
  “Julebord” in the memo field
  924 E 21st St
  Minneapolis, MN 55404-2952

  Email julebord@mindekirken.org with the names of you and your guests.

• Is my ticket tax deductible?

  $65 of your ticket price is tax deductible. Donations in support of Mindekirken are welcome and encouraged as you are able.

• Is there parking?

  Parking in our lot is free. Consider a ride share, taxi, or designated driver if you will be drinking.

• Accessiblity

  (612) 874-0716 (press 8)
  julebord@mindekirken.org

  Both locations are wheelchair-accessible and equipped with elevators, push-button entry, handicapped parking spaces, and accessible drop-off locations. If you would like to reserve a handicapped space, call or send us an email.

  The Sundet Aula in Norway House is on the main floor. The Sanctuary in Mindekirken is on the second floor, accessible by stairs or elevator.

  Umbrellas are available at Norway House in case of rain or snow. Walkways between the buildings will be salted.

  If you would like a staff member or volunteer to guide you, assist with walking, or push a wheelchair for you as you get out of your car or walk between buildings, call or send us an email.

  Nursing mothers may request a private space in either building. Call or send us an email.

  Those with sensory issues should note that Gingerbread Wonderland includes twinkling lights, electric trains with sound, dim lighting, and music.

• Other questions...

  For questions or more information, contact the church office:
  (612) 874-0716 (press 8) or email julebord@mindekirken.org