Hyggestund – Nordic day

How do we strengthen ties between friends, neighbors and even communities? The workshop invites children and their caretakers to create friendship bracelets through simple weaving and textile techniques, and guests are encouraged to give to someone in their environment with whom they would like to strengthen their ties. This could be a best friend, a distant relative or even a stranger we would like to get to know better.

The workshop is inspired by Nordic Day, where discussions about trust and cooperation between countries will be at the forefront.

Vala Sigþrúðar Jónsdóttir teaches the workshop. She lives and makes art in Reykjavík. She holds a BA from Gerrit Rietveld Academy, an MA in art education from IUA and is currently enrolled in the master of fine arts program at IUA. In recent years she has produced installations and sculptures that deal with the materiality of textiles and video, and the relationship these two mediums have with human environments and systems.

Accessibility:

The children’s library at the Nordic House is open to everyone. Wheelchair access is available via an elevator from the main entrance through the exhibition space Hvelfing. An accessible restroom and baby-changing facilities are available on the main floor. Library staff are available for further information and assistance if needed. Opening hours: Tuesday – Sunday, 10am-5pm.

The library and all events are free of charge.