Uppsala: Christmas at Uplands

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Every Christmas, the Uplands Nation house becomes a cozy meeting place for Uppsala’s international community; researchers settling into their new roles, students staying over the break, and professionals who’ve made Uppsala their temporary or long-term home. The tradition started back in 1969 with a handful of students who couldn’t travel, and it’s grown into one of the city’s most welcoming …

Uppsala: Christmas at Uplands

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Every Christmas, the Uplands Nation house becomes a cozy meeting place for Uppsala’s international community; researchers settling into their new roles, students staying over the break, and professionals who’ve made Uppsala their temporary or long-term home. The tradition started back in 1969 with a handful of students who couldn’t travel, and it’s grown into one of the city’s most welcoming …

Uppsala: International Julfika!

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As the festive season approaches, we find ourselves eager to gather to celebrate the joy and warmth of the holidays. This year, Uppsala International Hub is hosting a Julfika gathering and would be honored to have you for an evening filled with laughter, delicious treats, and the spirit of togetherness. They will be serving some traditional Julfika delights, including lussekatter …

Winter Mindfulness Meditation

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As the stillness outside mirrors the opportunity to attune to the wisdom within, join us for a mindfulness meditation on Monday, January 15. In this session, you will have the opportunity to allow yourself a moment of respite from the daily hustle by connecting with the present moment. Some time will also be dedicated for sharing and reflecting with your …

Gothenburg: Ice Skating

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Join us on Friday, January 20th, as we enjoy winter and city cosiness while gliding around an ice-skating rink.  The event will take place at Rambergsrinken. The rink is free and open to all! If you have your own skates with you, you can get help sharpening them if necessary. Remember to register below before January 18th, to reserve your …

Fair Christmas Market

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Still looking for Holiday Gifts? Come and experience a Swedish Christmas Market! The Schysst Jul or Fair Christmas Market is not your ordinary Christmas Market. Here you can find everything from hand-made clothes to tasty treats and spices. Buying Christmas presents here supports organizations and companies that advocate for human rights and environmental health. Event details Entrance is free, participants …

Grow’s Annual Glögg Mingle

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Welcome to Grow Internationals’ annual Glögg Mingle on December 13th! Come join us for a warm cup of glögg, gingerbread, and great company. The Glögg mingle is one of our biggest events of the year, where we invite members, friends, and partners to our office for a fun time together with a traditional Swedish Christmas warm-up. Feel free to bring …

Skate and Socialize

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Come out for an evening of skating in Kungsträdgården! We will be meeting outside the ice rink before getting skates and lacing up to go on the ice! Skates are available for rent by the hour, and as a group, we will rent for one hour (ice skating can be quite the workout!). We will skate together, but you are …

Christmas Market in Kronhuset

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Meet us at the Christmas Market in Kronhuset and get into the holiday spirit with us! In the historic heart of Gothenburg, you can buy high-quality Christmas gifts from the craftsmen in Kronhusbodarna. We will stroll around the little shops with local crafts in the 17th-century setting at Kronhuset and experience genuine craftsmanship, good food, and drinks with us and …

Christmas on the Canal (cancelled)

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CANCELLED because of snow and ice. Get ready for Christmas with us! Come and listen to magical choir singing along the beautiful Gothenburg canal. On December 4, together we’ll listen to traditional Christmas songs from the classic Paddan boat that slowly cruises through the canal. Everyone is welcome to join – families, couples, and friends, or alone, come join our …