Welcome to Arctic Circle- Finns of NYC. We are the newest, dynamic Finnish organization in NYC. Active since April of 2010, we have hosted over 20 events and and collaborated with the various Finnish groups, organizations and people that reside in NY with similar interests. Our objective is to creative a fun, modern group environment where Finns can connect with each other. We enjoy hosting upscale networking parties, benefits, exhibitions, theater nights, and fun happy-hour conversation meet-ups. Our current sponsors are Northern Rye and Suomikauppa.
We invite all Finns and friends of Finland to join Arctic Circle.















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Recent Meetups

  • January 11 at 6:00 PM, 30 Members attended

    Happy Hour and Jazz

    They rated it 4.50 4.502 (2 ratings)

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    Thanks to Finland Center for hosting yet another wonderful concert!

    —Kristina Ann

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    Excellent performers, created a lovely mood in this intimate space. Cheap wine and bar food! ...

    —Jaana Rehnstrom

  • December 15, 2011 at 6:30 PM, 30 Members attended

    Baltic Pikkujoulu Christmas Party

    They rated it 5.00 5.002 (2 ratings) and uploaded 7 photos

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    Thanks to everyone who attended! It was a lot of fun.

    —Kristina Ann

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    It was so nice to meet new people and members. The Estonian house was so warm and inviting. We hope to have more Happy hours here.

    —Nina

  • December 8, 2011 at 6:00 PM, 50 Members attended

    Finnish Fashion Night Out

    They rated it 5.00 5.002 (2 ratings) and uploaded 11 photos

    Nygard Fashion, Lumene Skincare, Valio Cheese and Nokian Boots are sponsoring this fun filled Finnish Fashion Event. There are still a few slots open, PLEASE RSVP BY... Learn more

  • October 13, 2011 at 6:00 PM, 25 Members attended

    Arctic Happy Hour

    They rated it 5.00 5.002 (2 ratings) and uploaded 5 photos

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    Lots of fun! It was really nice to meet lots of new members, and to welcome back some old ones. ...

    —Kristina Ann

    “

    Really nice to meet the new members! We hope to have another happy hour very soon!

    —Nina

  • August 24, 2011 at 7:00 PM, 3 Members attended

    Ladies Sauna Night

    They rated it 4.50 4.502 (2 ratings) and uploaded 1 photos

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    It was quite fabulous! There were only three of us, but it was still lots of fun.

    —Anna

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    Not exactly Finnish sauna but overall very nice, hopefully more ladies will join us next time.

    —Jaana Rehnstrom

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    Kristina Ann Kristina Ann started Olli Hirvonen Concert 2/15 at Finland Center
    Yesterday at 11:06 AM
    Kristina Ann

    "k 2/15@ 8pm Jazz evening with Olli Hirvonen! Welcome to enjoy a jazz evening with Olli Hirvonen group @ Finland Center. The bar opens at 5 pm, restaurant at 6 pm...."

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    Gaby K Gaby K joined
    February 4 at 10:33 PM
    Gaby K
    "Hi, I'm Gaby. I don't know Finnish yet, but I'm really interested."
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    Kristina Ann Kristina Ann started New Sponsor
    January 27 at 10:55 AM
    Kristina Ann

    "Hi, I hope 2012 has got off to a great start for all of our members. We are currently planning our events for the Spring, but in the meantime we have a new sponsor. Many of you commented on our model's makeup during Nygard's fashion Show...."

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    Ilkka Huopaniemi Ilkka Huopaniemi joined
    January 25 at 6:29 PM
    Ilkka Huopaniemi
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    Niina Niina joined
    January 22 at 4:26 PM
    Niina
    "Hei! I am a Finnish hairstylist whose been living in Queens New York now for six years. Would be nice to meet other Finns here in NY."
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    C. Andrea Blanco C. Andrea Blanco joined
    January 22 at 10:05 AM
    C. Andrea Blanco
    "Life was meant to be share with others. Joo !!Rakkaus maailmasta!!!!!!!"
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    Michael Thomas Michael Thomas joined
    January 20 at 11:33 AM
    Michael Thomas
    "Hi my name is Michael."
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    Liisa J Liisa J joined
    January 16 at 9:11 PM
    Liisa J
    "Hi! I know many of you already and would love to meet more Finns in the New York City area. I grew up in Sweden and am 100% Finnish. I speak Finnish but definitely need to practice more! Look forward to the events. ~Liisa"
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    kathy sinkkonen kathy sinkkonen joined
    January 14 at 8:55 PM
    kathy sinkkonen
    "Hi my name is Kathy Sinkkonen, I live in westchester,ny. I'm beginning to lose my Finnish roots & need to make an effort to connect with more Finnish-Americans.."
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    Kristina Ann Kristina Ann attended Happy Hour and Jazz
    January 12 at 10:58 AM
    Kristina Ann

    "Thanks to Finland Center for hosting yet another wonderful concert!"

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New York, NY 10005
Founded Apr 3, 2010
20100403
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Northern Rye

Our members will be able to sample Karelian Pies at select Meetup events

Nokian Boots

Limited time only 30% discount when you use code ARCTIC CIRCLE.

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Suomikauppa.fi

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