The first full day for our new villagers was one to remember! Villagers swam, ate good food, played games, crafted, and took part in our Karjala simulation. It was a real hot and sunny day so the ranta (beach) was bustling. Lining up to get in the lake! We are trying something new here at Salolampi! It is called valinnainen oppitunti (elective learning hour). We want to provide our villagers with learning experiences that can be applied and integrated into their...
We say goodbye to our first two-week and second one-week villagers of the summer.
Dr. Alexander Arguelles will strive to learn the language, alongside Salolampi Language Village students, in first-ever “Start to Finnish” challenge
Salolampi opens its doors to the public for their annual summer cabin day!
Villagers take on learning Finnish through crafts, games, and finding the Suomen Tähti.
We are having a great time over here at Salolampi! Follow us along through our day! In the morning, villagers participated in the first activity session of the day. We made kynttilöitä (candles), played lentopallo (volleyball), and had a game of alias going. Showing off their candles! The wax dipping rotation around the table. Lentopallo! Volleyball! For the first pelit ja projektit (games and projects)...
Our first week of summer youth sessions continues!
Independence Day was a blast celebrating for America and Finland!
A busy day full of learning and games while welcoming new villagers!
Villagers are having a blast learning Finnish while playing games and crafting!
What kinds of games did we play today? Read to find out!
