Music was a big part of Helena Berndt-Lauritsen's home when she was growing up. Her father played the harmonica and the piano. He made sure taht each of his children received musical instruction. When her family attended parties, her father brought along a stack of song books. Everyone had a piano or some kind of musical instrument in their home. With the dozen song books that Mr. Berndt brought, along with a piano, every party was filled with the sounds of music.

Ms. Roberts remembers when everyone got their first telephones. Late at night, the operator would connect Ms. Roberts with all of her friends. They would have fun relaying the hot stories of that day.

Holidays were a big part of the Danes lives. They provided welcome breaks from work. Christmas was the most important part in the settlers' life. During this time the families would gather for huge feasts full of tasty Danish foods. Aebleskiver was the traditional food that was eaten at these feasts. This holiday was always celebrated on Christmas Eve, instead of Christmas Day. Christmas was celebrated in this manner in Denmark, and the tradition was brought to America by the immigrating Danes. The first Christmas the settlers were here, no one had much money to buy gifts, but this didn't spoil the occasion. They always celebrated with what they had, and small presents sometimes brought the most joy. The Community Christmas Tree in the Hall became the center of festivities during the holidays. This tradition has lasted through the years, and is still celebrated today.