It's the holiday season at the American Swedish Institute

Get a first look at the Turnblad Mansion's holiday decoraitons, get crafty with activities, see performances by Impossible Salt theater and folk dancers and check out the new exhibit "Skal! Scandinavian Spirits," which shares the history and traditions of drinking culture in Denmark, Norway and Sweden. (10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. $5-$10. American Swedish Institute, 2600 Park Av. S., Mpls. 612-871-4907. asimn.org.)