All over Newton has organized it’s 3rd annual bakery crawl happening on Sept 27th and 28th.
The Kaffestugan is featured among 20 plus bakeries in Newton participating in this crawl!
There will be free samples of heart shaped Icelandic waffles with whipped cream and jam on Saturday 28th from 10am – 2pm. We have many other types of Scandinavian pastries and savory sandwiches for breakfast and lunch. Come grab a delicious Scandi treat during this fun bakery crawl!
While there, explore the enchanted fairy walk, take part in Icelandic activities and see some unique Huldufolk dwellings!
Finlandia Foundation Boston brings auctioneer and appraiser Wayne Tuiskula of Central Mass Auctions to appraise items for the public. Wayne has 35 years of experience in the antiques industry, is a certified appraiser, and has appeared as a collectibles appraiser on PBS’ Antiques Roadshow. Stay tuned for more details on how to submit your cherished items for appraisal.
$10 suggested donation (with donations going to the Finlandia Foundation Boston) to have your item appraised. Items will be appraised on a first come, first serve basis.
Presented as the Library’s September film choice: Munch (2023)
Famed artist Munch deals with an unhappy love, the loss of his older sister, addiction, and rejection by the art establishment. There is controversy around one of his early exhibitions in Berlin, and he’s admitted into a psychiatric clinic. During World War II, Munch fights to save his life’s work from the Nazis.
Saturday, September 14th | 1pm | $10; $5 for members | tickets
In Norwegian, Swedish, Danish, German with English subtitles | 104 minutes
Edvard Munch was a famous artist from Norway who painted pictures that showed strong feelings and emotions. One of his most famous paintings is called “The Scream,” where a person looks really scared and sad.
Join us in the Nordic Hall to learn a little about Munch and create your own version of The Scream by “painting” with yarn.
*This is recommended for children 8 and up because it requires dexterity and patience. Younger artists could work with the help of an adult*
Saturday, September 14th | 10am-noon (please arrive on time for start of event) | $15; FREE for members | register here
The Boston Estonian Society is commemorating the 80th anniversary of the “The Great Flight.”
In September 1944, over 80,000 Estonians fled Soviet occupation, choosing the uncertain dangers of the Baltic Sea over exile and certain death. Their stories of survival resonate with today’s ongoing global struggles for freedom from war and oppression.
The program will include: Video | Special guests | Memory table | Photo exhibit | Musical entertainment | Refreshments
Sunday September 22nd | 3pm | Free Admission (Program in English and Estonian)
Join us for a 3-part retirement life design program with certified retirement life coach Carol Bergeron.
Participating in the three-session, in-person small group coaching program will help you:
Design your one-of-a-kind retirement life to fuel your well-being for over the next 30+ years!
Jump-start the design of significant transitions. Navigate the shift in your identity. Deepen existing relationships while forging new friendships. Move beyond the initial honeymoon by balancing purposeful and leisurely pursuits.
Harness the lifelong learner in you; share perspectives and brainstorm in a small group.
Become familiar with a process for refining your retirement life design as it evolves.
Confidently present lifestyle preferences to your financial planner.
Program hallmarks:
Receive your exclusive copy of take the RETIREMENT LIFE DESIGN challenge” workbook to address common challenges:
° Reimagining your lifestyle
° Reinventing yourself
° Rekindling relationships and building anew
° Tapping resilience for transitioning to retirement
You will produce a retirement life design, transition plan, and personal vision serving as your personal north star.
Meet your coach
Carol Bergeron, President of Bergeron Associates, guides individuals, teams, and organizations through successful transitions. She works across diverse sectors: life sciences, technology, professional services, and nonprofits.
Whether assisting people in designing fulfilling retirement lifestyles, supporting leaders stepping into more challenging roles, or guiding teams and organizations seeking new visions, Carol helps accelerate goal achievement by using a self-discovery process of personal reflection, collaboration, and innovation.
Carol has served on the board of The Scandinavian Charitable Society of Greater Boston since 2022.
Join us for a book talk with author Kortney Yasenka as she discusses her new book Swedish Lagom: Finding Joy in Just Enough. releasing on February 25th 2025. You don’t need to be Swedish to benefit from the principles of lagom – discover the secret to a happier, more balanced life with this Swedish philosophy.
Sweden consistently ranks among the happiest countries in the world, and many attribute this to their uniquely balanced lifestyle. At the heart of this lifestyle is the concept of lagom, which literally translates to “just the right amount.” Swedish Lagom delves into this philosophy, offering bite-sized facts, engaging anecdotes, and practical tips to help you incorporate lagom into your daily life.
ABOUT KORTNEY: Kortney Yasenka is a licensed clinical mental health counselor, as well as the author of The Stoicism Book of Quotes. She specializes in providing individual, family, and group therapy, along with life coaching for student-athletes. Kortney is certified in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy and incorporates ecotherapy into her treatment approach. She holds a Masters in Counseling Psychology with a concentration in Health Psychology from Northeastern University and has worked in community mental health, schools, and private practice.
A lifelong Cleveland sports fan (thanks to her father), Kortney enjoys traveling to Cleveland for Guardians games in the spring and rarely misses a Browns game, thanks to streaming services. In her free time, she loves running, spending time with family, and vacationing on the beautiful island of St. John.
Kortney’s work is deeply influenced by her Swedish heritage, which was passed down from her mother. This connection to Swedish traditions has shaped her understanding of the importance of balance in life, and it informs the way she lives and writes.
