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 Høstfest in the Schools carries message to younger generation
During Høstfest week, about 60 presenters associated with the festival travel to Minot and area surrounding schools where they introduce Nordic heritage and culture to approximately 6,000 students through the Høstfest in the Schools program. Programs vary every year, and include musical performances, story telling, dancing, historical and educational information.
The program has been so well received by students and teachers that Høstfest presenters consider it a highlight of their Minot visit. "We like to get involved with kids to preserve the arts and crafts of the Viking period," said Viking Village member Dennis Rusinko. "When we go to the schools, we get such a great response."
Additionally, Scandinavian Youth Camps are held the weekend prior to Høstfest both Saturday and Sunday. Camps are open to children in grades 2 - 6, and each camp and grade level has its own theme. Children participating in the camps also perform at Høstfest in scheduled events such as the Troll Beauty Contest, Norwegian Folk Dancers, Swedish Maypole Dancers, and the Troll Parade.
Høstfest in the Schools is made possible through the support and generous funding of these sponsors, the Borgen Family Foundation and Xcel Energy.
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