Where did summer go? My
fans are still waiting to be used and instead, I
turned the heat on. My geraniums are still
blooming but the leaves are beginning to cover
them. Yes, fall is here! Katrilli began their new
season with a garden party at Gerrit Missler's
home. Gerrit's lovely yard is huge
and accommodated tents for food, coverings for
beverages, tables for eating and a huge deck (which
he built himself) for dancing. N. W. Pelimannit
provided music for the happy dancers and guests.
His neighborhood became Finnish for the day as
there were Finnish flags posted by several houses.
Of course, Gerrit had a large size Finnish flag
flying from his flag pole. The only bad side to this
delightful gathering was the discovery by several of
us that our National costumes, which we haven't worn
for many months, were way too tight. The invention
of safety pins were definitely appreciated as we
attempted to adjust our costumes to our expanding
horizons. It is certainly time for more dancing and
exercise!
A Sample of
Katrilli's fall schedule :
October 7 Scandinavian Days/Oktoberfest
Puyallup Fair Grounds
November 4 Finnish Bazaar--Katrilli's
Finnish pancakes and other treats
November 5 Crossroads Cultural Festival
November 18
Yulefest with our popular St. Lucia processional
and children's dances
As
always, Katrilli welcomes anyone who is interested
in learning Finnish folk traditions and culture
through folkdancing. We are a friendly, lively
group and we guarantee lots of exercise and laughter
(not a bad combination!) We meet on Sunday, from
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Don't have a costume, don't
worry, we can help. Don't have a dance partner,
don't worry, we share. Don't know how to dance?
Don't worry, we have a beginner's class. Don't know
how to contact Katrilli. Don't worry, here are the
numbers: JoAnne (206) 329-1443, Marja (425)
378-7689
