THE GIRL WITH A NAME TAG: An Evening with Author Maria Bouroncle

Finlandia Foundation NCC and Finn Spark warmly invite the community to an evening with Swedish author on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.

Bouroncle’s book The Girl with a Name Tag: The Story of a Finnish War Child tells the story of the thousands of Finnish children who were sent alone to Sweden during World War II for safety — often wearing only a name tag.

During the evening, Bouroncle will discuss her historical trilogy, which explores Finnish war children in Sweden, migration to the United States, women’s lives in the early 20th century, and the history of women’s mental health care and correctional institutions.

A former international development professional with more than 25 years of experience, Bouroncle is an accomplished storyteller whose books have been translated into multiple languages, adapted for film, and taught at UCLA and the University of Michigan.

The evening will include light refreshments, a book signing, and an opportunity for discussion and community connection.

Event Details

Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2026
6:00 PM — Book signing & light refreshments
6:30 PM — Author talk & conversation

Location:
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave, McLean, VA 22101

Admission: Free, but registration is requested.
Please register here: https://forms.gle/cGMCHtATu86vE3Ha9 

Books will be available for purchase and signing. Please share this event with anyone interested in history, storytelling, Finland, Nordic culture, or World War II history.