INTERNATIONAL NETWORK OF NORWAYOslo Chamber of Commerce

WEEKEND SUGGESTIONSWeek 12

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INN EVENTS

Easter is coming up, a time when many Norwegians spend the holiday at their cabins up in the mountains or on the coast. Be aware of the traffic for the holidays especially Wednesday afternoon, as this is the most popular day for most people to leave the city. For those of you staying in Oslo, you can look forward to nice, quiet days with a lot of things to do. Here are our suggestions for you. God Påske!

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New in Norway and curious about the country and its people?Sign up here for our popular «Welcome to Norway» Seminar, a one-day practical introduction to living and working in Norway and Oslo. The next seminar will take place on April 12. Free of charge for all INN Individual Members. For INN Corporate Members/OCC Members the price per person is NOK 4000 and non-members NOK 5000, including a welcome package and lunch.

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MAJOR EVENTS/FESTIVALS

OSLO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

Both Oslo Chamber of Commerce and INN members are welcome to this event:

International Forum, Oslo Chamber of Commerce, March 31 at 17.00Join for a special International Forum where Nordlaks will present its history and products, as well as provide useful tips on how to navigate the economic waves.Click here for more information and registration.

Chris Brown to Oslo Spektrum The Grammy Award-winning and multi-platinum selling artist Chris Brown recently reached his sixth number 1 album entry on the Billboard R & B / Hip-Hop-List with album «Royalty».He is now embarking on a European tour, and will be performing at Oslo Spektrum on June 3. The «One Hell of a Nite Tour» will start in Frankfurt on May 22, before taking the acclaimed artist to 15 other European cities, including Lyon, Stockholm, Oslo and Paris.Tickets on sale here.

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Placebo to Sentrum ScenePlacebo will embark on a world tour in October to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the platinum-selling debut album ”Placebo.”The first part of ”20 Years of Placebo» tour will start in Denmark and continue to Wembley Arena in London.The British band will come to Sentrum Scene October 16 and promises to perform songs from their entire career.Tickets on sale here. Ph

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oInferno Metal Festival, Rockefeller, March 23 - 26With 40 bands performing over four days, the Inferno Metal Festival is the largest metal festival in Norway, and draws fans from all over the world. On the club day, Wednesday, there are concerts at the smaller clubs John Dee, Vulkan Arena, Blå, Pokalen Pub and Sentralen. Thursday-Saturday the concerts take place at Rockefeller and John DEE.Click here for more information and for tickets/day passes. Ph

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CONCERTSGongbad med didgeridoo - Embrace Life, Emanuel Vigeland Museum, March 25 at 18.30A meditative experience in Emanuel Vigeland’s museum. The use of instruments like the gong, digeridoo, flute, and singing bowls, create a unique atmosphere at the mausoleum. A gong bath does not include water. Instead, you are invited to immerse into a deep musical experience.Bring warm clothing and something to sit on, or a sleeping bag, as you will be lying down on the floor during the concert. Doors open at 18.10. Click here for tickets.Address: Grimelundsveien 8How to get there: Metro line 1 to Slemdal Photo: billettservice.no

Pere Ubu, BLÅ, March 25 at 20.00Pere Ubu reinvented rock from scratch. The legendary band is just as conform being mentioned in the same terms as Sun Ra and The Monkees, Glen Cambell and MC5 or Can and The Raspberries.In 2015 they released the collection box Elitism for the People 1975-1978; an important time document within the exploration of possibilities within popular music. Click here for more information and tickets (in Norwegian).Address: Brenneriveien 9 CHow to get there: Buses 34/54 to Møllerveien

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Krissy Matthews Band, Buckleys Roots & Blues Joint, March 26 at 16.00Krissy Matthews is a young and interesting British-Norwegian guitarists, who at the mere age of 23 has performed with stars such as Toto, Joe Bonamassa, Gregg Allman, John Mayall, Beth Hart and Jeff Healey. Matthews plays blues in the Chicago tradition which he also anchors in the legacy of Jimi Hendrix, with eminent guitar play and chord-based soloing.Click here for more information.Address: Lille Grensen 7How to get there: All metro lines to Stortinget

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Ensemble Allegria, Sentralen, March 28 at 19.00The young and critically acclaimed chamber orchestra Ensemble Allegria holds an Easter concert at Sentralen. The ensemble will perform Mozart’s Sinfonia Concertante, with two of the orchestra’s own musicians as soloists. The programme also include Tchaikovsky’s Serenade for strings, which Tchaikovsky himself purportedly considered one of his best works.Click here for more information and tickets (in Norwegian).Address: Øvre Slottsgate 3How to get there: Trams 12/13/19 to Kongens gate

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GUIDED TOURS

Harry Hole Goes East, Thon Hotel Panorama, March 27 at 14.00Jo Nesbø’s character Harry Hole is a genuine Oslo patriot. Follow in his footsteps through the streets of Oslo and visit places like Grønland and the lower part of Akerselva river. Guiding in Norwegian and English.The tour starts at Thon Hotel Panorama. You can buy tickets directly from the guide (cash only).Address: Rådhusgata 7 BHow to get there: Buses 30/31/32/54 to Dronningens gatePh

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A Murder in the Convent, March 28 at 16.00Oslo has his own “Father Brown”, called Brother Andreas. This tour invites you to follow in the tracks of an old convent murder in Oslo’s old town. The tour is based on a book written by Dominican Father Aage Hauken, and also includes a few references to the Harry Hole books. The tour departs from St. Hallvards plass. Guiding in Norwegian and/or English, depending on the wishes of the participants.You can buy tickets directly from the guide (cash only).Address: Oslo gate 13/ St. Hallvards plassHow to get there: Trams 18/19 to St. Halvards plass Ph

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FAMILY & CHILDREN

Kriminell Påske, Norsk Folkemuseum, until March 28 from 11.00 – 16.00Solve the Easter mystery “Mordet på Sølv-Tollef”. In the morning of the 25th February 1832 a suspicious track of blood was found on the snow along a country lane in Numedal. It looked as if someone had been dragged through the snow. What happened then? A murder, perhaps? Magistrate Carl Falsen was sent for to resolve the matter. This Easter you can go 124 years back in time and help Falsen in pursuit of the criminal and the scary evidence.This year Easter crime is based on a true story, which is chronicled in the book “Sevle-Gutten, en forbryterroman fra Numedal” by O.A. Øveland. This activity will be in Norwegian.But Easter at the Norwegian Folk Museum is not just about solving crime mysteries.The Pancake House and the Easter workshop will be open every day. The barn in Trøndelagstunet is also open to visit all the animals. It is also possible to ride a horse and carriage around the museum and taste freshly baked “lefser ” in Eldhuset in Numedal!Address: Museumsveien 10How to get there: Bus 30 to Folkemuseet

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Easter 2016, Nobels Fredssenter, until March 28 from 10.00 – 18.00The Nobel Peace Center is open every day during Easter break. Here you can, among other things, try the children’s activity Fred and Toca Loca, and see the center’s new exhibition “Syria is my only home”, where Syrian children tell their own stories about life as refugees and what they miss from their lives before the war. Free entrance for children under the age of 16.Click here for more information.Address: Brynjulf Bulls plass 1How to get there: Tram 12 to Aker Brygge

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Easter Workshop for Children, Mathallen Oslo, March 23 – 25 from 12.00 – 16.00Easter egg decorating for children at Mathallen Food Hall. Mathallen provides eggs and aprons for the children - and cleans up the mess afterwards!Free of charge. Click here for more information (in Norwegian). Address: Maridalsveien 17AHow to get there: Bus 54/34 to Møllerveien

De Tre Superdamene, Den Norske Opera & Ballett, March 25 and 27 at 13.00 and 15.00Concert performance for children based on excerpts from popular operas such as Carmen, The Magic Flute and Hansl and Gretl (lyrics in Norwegian).Click here for more information and tickets (in Norwegian).Address: Kirsten Flagstads plass 1How to get there: All public transportation to Oslo S/Jernbanetorget

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Ghosts, witches and murderers in the monastery, March 26 at 12.00Guided tour for children in Oslo’s old town, where you get to hear about ghosts, trolls, dragons, witches and murderers in the monastery. Guiding in Norwegian and English.The tour departs at 12.00 from St. Hallvards plass.Tickets can be purchased online or from the tour guide (cash only) before the tour starts.Click here for more information.Address: Kongens gate 15How to get there: Trams 18/19 to St. Halvards plass

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Påskegrøss, Akershus Fortress, March 26 - 28 at 13.00 and 14.00Welcome to Easter crime at Akershus Fortress! Join for a walk on the fortress grounds, where you will hear stories of slavery, white lions, master thieves, spectacular robberies, escapes and crazy killers!Recommended for children over 10 years.Click here for more information (in Norwegian).Address: Akershus Festning visitor centreHow to get there: Trams 12/13/19 to Kontraskjæret

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DAY TRIP TIPS

Hadeland GlassverkTake a break from all the chocolate eating and go for a one-day trip to Hadeland Glassverk. In scenic surroundings, only one hour from Oslo, you will find an attraction and shopping destination founded on history, art, culture and handicraft traditions. Hadeland Glassworks will be open on Maundy Thursday and Easter Monday.This spring’s unique exhibition, Karen Bit Vejle’s “Med saksen som pensel” has already opened. The exhibition is suitable for all ages and offers in addition a workshop for children.Hadeland has nine shops with high-quality glass, porcelain, textiles, cutlery, decor and gifts. In the factory outlet you can buy glass and porcelain at factory prices. An exciting spring sale is also now available at all shops.In case you get hungry, Hadeland Glassworks can tempt you with their own bakery, where you may buy freshly baked pastries in all varieties, besides a large selection of freshly made sandwiches and baguettes. The cozy atmosphere in front of the fireplace will certainly add another dimension to the visit!Click here for more information.Address: Glassverkveien 9, 3520 Jevnaker. See map.

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FIRST NIGHT MOVIES

My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 (USA)A Portokalos family secret brings the beloved characters back together for an even bigger and Greeker wedding. With John Corbett, Nia Vardalos, Elena Kampouris, Alex Wolff, Ian Gomez and Drew Riedstra.

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We wish you all a lovely weekend!

Best regards,The INN Team

INN® - International Network of NorwayOSLO CHAMBER OF COMMERCEPhone:+47 22 12 94 00inn.chamber.no

OUTSIDE OF OSLO

Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (USA)Fearing the actions of Superman are left unchecked, Batman takes on the man of steel, while the world wrestles with what kind of a hero it really needs. With Batman and Superman fighting each other, a new threat, Doomsday, is created by Lex Luthor. It’s up to Superman and Batman to set aside their differences along with Wonder Woman to stop Lex Luthor and Doomsday from destroying Metropolis. With Ben Affleck, Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Jason Momoa, Gal Gadot and Jesse Eisenberg.Ph

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EATING OUT

Easter TreatEaster is Sunday, and in the foodie world, that means lots of brunches with luscious sweets for dessert!If you are planning to stay in Oslo this week and you are not up for cooking, it may be a good thing to know that here are a few places where you can go out to eat.Østbanehallen will be open all Easter and invites guests to join for one (or more) delicious meals.

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Easter Rock, FeelGood, March 23 at 20.00No Easter is complete without some Easter Rock at Feelgood!Tickets at the door.Click here for more information (in Norwegian).Address: Svenskegata, 1776 Halden

Funfair, Fisketorget Halden, March 24 – 28 from 12.00 – 21.00Skandinavisk Tivolipark is coming to Halden in Easter and guarantees an adrenalin filled funfair ride for thrill seekers everywhere.Click here for more information (in Norwegian).Address: Fisketorget Halden

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