https://www.henriktotterman.com/ Mon, 23 Feb 2026 09:20:00 -0800 https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/new-england-finns-and-nordics-building-continuity-deepening-impact https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/new-england-finns-and-nordics-building-continuity-deepening-impact <p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><br></p><p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span style="color: #000000; "><em><strong>The NEF Newsletter</strong></em></span><span style="color: #000000; "><em>: Connecting New England, Finland, and Scandinavia through trade, education, and culture. Born from the enthusiasm of Finnish New Englanders, it charts our shared journey—past, present, and future. Join our growing community of 2,960+ subscribers and many more via email and blog. Share with anyone eager to build Nordic-New England bridges.</em></span></p><p class=" ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span style="color: #000000; "><em><strong>Editor-in-Chief</strong></em></span><span style="color: #000000; "><em>: Dr. Henrik Totterman, Finnish Honorary Consul for Boston and New England. A professor, entrepreneur, and connector dedicated to fostering Finnish-American collaboration and advancing sustainable solutions.</em></span></p><p class=" ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span style="display: inline-block"></span></p><h2 class=" ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 24px;"><span style="color: #000000; "><strong>Contents — February 2026</strong></span></h2><h2 class=" ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span>Upcoming Events</span></h2><p class=" ember-view" style="font-size: 100%;">Business & Trade Connections</p><p class=" ember-view" style="font-size: 100%;">Innovation, Education & Research</p><p class=" ember-view" style="font-size: 100%;">Culture, Heritage & Sport</p><p class=" ember-view" style="font-size: 100%;">Diplomacy & Public Affairs</p><p class=" ember-view"><span style="display: inline-block"></span></p><p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph"...<a href=https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/new-england-finns-and-nordics-building-continuity-deepening-impact>Read More</a> Wed, 21 Jan 2026 14:54:38 -0800 https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/nordic-calm-and-clarity-in-uncertain-times https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/nordic-calm-and-clarity-in-uncertain-times <p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><br></p><p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span style="color: #000000; "><em><strong>The NEF Newsletter</strong></em></span><span style="color: #000000; "><em>: Connecting New England, Finland, and Scandinavia through trade, education, and culture. Born from the enthusiasm of Finnish New Englanders, it charts our shared journey—past, present, and future. Join our growing community of 2,900+ subscribers and many more via email and blog. Share with anyone eager to build Nordic-New England bridges.</em></span></p><p class=" ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span style="color: #000000; "><em><strong>Editor-in-Chief</strong></em></span><span style="color: #000000; "><em>: Dr. Henrik Totterman, Finnish Honorary Consul for Boston and New England. A professor, entrepreneur, and connector dedicated to fostering Finnish-American collaboration and advancing sustainable solutions.</em></span></p><p class=" ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span style="display: inline-block"></span></p><h2 class=" ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 24px;"><span style="color: #000000; "><strong>Contents — January 2026</strong></span></h2><h2 class=" ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span>Upcoming Events</span></h2><p class=" ember-view" style="font-size: 100%;">Business & Trade Connections</p><p class=" ember-view" style="font-size: 100%;">Innovation, Education & Research</p><p class=" ember-view" style="font-size: 100%;">Culture, Heritage & Sport</p><p class=" ember-view" style="font-size: 100%;">Diplomacy & Public Affairs</p><p class=" ember-view"><span style="display: inline-block"></span></p><p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph"...<a href=https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/nordic-calm-and-clarity-in-uncertain-times>Read More</a> Sun, 21 Dec 2025 09:42:26 -0800 https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/nordic-yuletide-and-new-year-wishes https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/nordic-yuletide-and-new-year-wishes <p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><br></p><p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span style="color: #000000; "><em><strong>The NEF Newsletter</strong></em></span><span style="color: #000000; "><em>: Connecting New England, Finland, and Scandinavia through trade, education, and culture. Born from the enthusiasm of Finnish New Englanders, it charts our shared journey—past, present, and future. Join our growing community of 2,900+ subscribers and many more via email and blog. Share with anyone eager to build Nordic-New England bridges.</em></span></p><p class=" ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span style="color: #000000; "><em><strong>Editor-in-Chief</strong></em></span><span style="color: #000000; "><em>: Dr. Henrik Totterman, Finnish Honorary Consul for Boston and New England. A professor, entrepreneur, and connector dedicated to fostering Finnish-American collaboration and advancing sustainable solutions.</em></span></p><p class=" ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span style="display: inline-block"></span></p><h2 class=" ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 24px;"><span style="color: #000000; "><strong>Contents — December 2025</strong></span></h2><h2 class=" ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span style="color: #000000; ">Finnish Independence Day Celebrations </span></h2><p class=" ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph white-space-pre" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span style="color: #000000; ">Selected Highlights From the Past Year</span></p><p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 24px;"><span style="display: inline-block"></span></p><p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph" style="text-align:...<a href=https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/nordic-yuletide-and-new-year-wishes>Read More</a> Mon, 24 Nov 2025 11:32:23 -0800 https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/gratitude-from-nordic-new-england https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/gratitude-from-nordic-new-england <p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span style="color: #000000; "><em><strong>The NEF Newsletter</strong></em></span><span style="color: #000000; "><em>: Connecting New England, Finland, and Scandinavia through trade, education, and culture. Born from the enthusiasm of Finnish New Englanders, it charts our shared journey—past, present, and future. Join our growing community of 2,850+ subscribers and many more via email and blog. Share with anyone eager to build Nordic-New England bridges.</em></span></p><p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph article-editor-content__has-focus" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span style="color: #000000; "><em><strong>Editor-in-Chief</strong></em></span><span style="color: #000000; "><em>: Dr. Henrik Totterman, Finnish Honorary Consul for Boston and New England. A professor, entrepreneur, and connector dedicated to fostering Finnish-American collaboration and advancing sustainable solutions.</em></span></p><p style="text-align: start; font-size: 18px;"><span style="color: #7026ff;"><a style="color: #7026ff;" href="https://share.hsforms.com/1eHn8RKiJQh-yLZwNBGuZuQ5lsp8" data-type="" target="_blank"><u><strong>Subscribe to good news</strong></u></a></span><span style="color: var(--s-pre-color12);"><strong> shared in The NEF.</strong></span></p><p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph article-editor-content__has-focus" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span> </span></p><p class=" ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 16px;"><span style="display: inline-block"></span></p><h3 class=" article-editor-content__heading article-editor-content__has-focus" style="text-align: start; font-size: 24px;"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Contents — November 2025</strong></span></h3><p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span style="color: #000000; ">Upcoming...<a href=https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/gratitude-from-nordic-new-england>Read More</a> Sat, 25 Oct 2025 05:47:36 -0700 https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/celebrate-finland-s-108th-independence-day-in-boston https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/celebrate-finland-s-108th-independence-day-in-boston <p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 48px;"><span style="color: #110949; ">Celebrate Finland’s 108th Independence Day in Boston!</span></p><p><span style="color: #110949;">Join us for an evening unlike any other — filled with music, laughter, and genuine Finnish warmth. Together with Finns, Nordics, and everyone who feels a little Finnish at heart, we’ll honor Finland’s independence in great company and spirit.</span></p><p class=" ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 16px;"><span style="color: #110949; ">🎟️ Tickets are going fast — secure yours today and be part of this unforgettable celebration.</span></p><p class=" ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 16px;"><span style="color: #110949; ">Warm regards, </span><span style="color: #110949; "><strong>Henrik Totterman, </strong></span><span style="color: #110949; "><a style="color: #110949;" href="http://d.sc/" data-type="" target="_self"><strong>D.Sc</strong></a></span><span style="color: #110949; "><strong>.</strong></span><span style="color: #110949; "> Honorary Consul of Finland in Boston and New England, </span><span style="color: #110949; "><em>on behalf of the amazing organizing team at Finlandia Foundation Boston Chapter.</em></span></p><p class=" ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 16px;"><span style="display: inline-block"></span></p><p><span style="display: inline-block"></span></p><a href=https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/celebrate-finland-s-108th-independence-day-in-boston>Read More</a> Fri, 17 Oct 2025 07:58:41 -0700 https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/tervetuloa-leipomaan-karjalanpiirakoita-new-englanders-welcome-to-bake https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/tervetuloa-leipomaan-karjalanpiirakoita-new-englanders-welcome-to-bake <p style="font-size: 100%;"><span style="color: #000000;">Finland is having quite a moment in America — from design, education, and politics to high tech, well-being, and yes, our distinctive culinary traditions. Some of our best-kept treasures are not only in the flavors themselves, but in the shared joy of making them together.</span></p><p class=" ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span style="color: #000000; ">Join us for a hands-on taste of Finnish culture — and bring a bit of that warmth home with you.</span></p><h3 class=" ember-view reader-text-block__heading-3" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span style="display: inline-block"></span></h3><h3 class=" ember-view reader-text-block__heading-3" style="text-align: start; font-size: 24px;"><span style="color: #000000;">Karjalanpiirakka-kurssi / Karelian Pie Baking Class</span></h3><p class=" ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span style="color: #000000; ">Suomi-koulu of New England (Finnish School of New England) is having </span><span style="color: #000000; "><strong>Karjalanpiirakka-kurssi</strong></span><span style="color: #000000; "> on November 15th in our School kitchen. You will not only learn how to bake these delicious savory traditional rye pastries, but you'll also leave home with 10 of them. </span></p><ul><li style="font-size: 100%;"><span style="color: var(--s-pre-colorNaN);"><strong>When/ Milloin: 11/15 at 10-12.</strong></span></li><li style="font-size: 100%;"><span style="color: var(--s-pre-colorNaN);"><strong>Where/ Missä: Suomi-koulu;</strong></span><span style="color: var(--s-pre-colorNaN);"> 377 North Ave, Weston MA (Weston United Methodist Church)</span></li><li class=" white-space-pre" style="font-size: 100%;"><span style="color: var(--s-pre-colorNaN);"><strong>Price/Hinta: $35/person</strong></span><span style="color: var(--s-pre-colorNaN);">. Pay by check or cash upon...<a href=https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/tervetuloa-leipomaan-karjalanpiirakoita-new-englanders-welcome-to-bake>Read More</a> Tue, 14 Oct 2025 15:40:04 -0700 https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/nordic-american-two-way-bridge https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/nordic-american-two-way-bridge <p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span style="color: #000000; "><em><strong>The NEF Newsletter</strong></em></span><span style="color: #000000; "><em>: Connecting New England, Finland, and Scandinavia through trade, education, and culture. Born from the enthusiasm of Finnish New Englanders, it charts our shared journey—past, present, and future. Join our growing community of 2,800+ subscribers and many more via email and blog. Share with anyone eager to build Nordic-New England bridges.</em></span></p><p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph article-editor-content__has-focus" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span style="color: #000000; "><em><strong>Editor-in-Chief</strong></em></span><span style="color: #000000; "><em>: Dr. Henrik Totterman, Finnish Honorary Consul for Boston and New England. A professor, entrepreneur, and connector dedicated to fostering Finnish-American collaboration and advancing sustainable solutions.</em></span></p><p style="text-align: start; font-size: 18px;"><span style="color: #7026ff;"><a style="color: #7026ff;" href="https://share.hsforms.com/1eHn8RKiJQh-yLZwNBGuZuQ5lsp8" data-type="" target="_blank"><u><strong>Subscribe to good news</strong></u></a></span><span style="color: var(--s-pre-color12);"><strong> shared in The NEF.</strong></span></p><p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph article-editor-content__has-focus" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span> </span></p><h3 class=" article-editor-content__heading article-editor-content__has-focus" style="text-align: start; font-size: 24px;"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>NEW: Access the NEF — New England Finns Chat on WhatsApp</strong></span></h3><p class=" ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span style="color: #000000; "><strong>The NEF Whatsapp Chat:</strong></span><span style="color: #000000; "> Connecting New England, Finland, and...<a href=https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/nordic-american-two-way-bridge>Read More</a> Thu, 11 Sep 2025 04:26:57 -0700 https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/nordic-leadership-in-action https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/nordic-leadership-in-action <p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span style="color: var(--s-pre-color12); "><em><strong>The NEF Newsletter</strong></em></span><span style="color: var(--s-pre-color12); "><em>: Connecting New England, Finland, and Scandinavia through trade, education, and culture. Born from the enthusiasm of Finnish New Englanders, it charts our shared journey—past, present, and future. Join our growing community of 2,770+ subscribers and many more via email and blog. Share with anyone eager to build Nordic-New England bridges.</em></span></p><p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph article-editor-content__has-focus" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span style="color: var(--s-pre-color12); "><em><strong>Editor-in-Chief</strong></em></span><span style="color: var(--s-pre-color12); "><em>: Dr. Henrik Totterman, Finnish Honorary Consul for Boston and New England. A professor, entrepreneur, and connector dedicated to fostering Finnish-American collaboration and advancing sustainable solutions.</em></span><span> </span></p><p style="text-align: start; font-size: 18px;"><span style="color: #7026ff;"><a style="color: #7026ff;" href="https://share.hsforms.com/1eHn8RKiJQh-yLZwNBGuZuQ5lsp8" data-type="" target="_blank"><u><strong>Subscribe to good news</strong></u></a></span><span style="color: var(--s-pre-color12);"><strong> shared in The NEF.</strong></span></p><p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph article-editor-content__has-focus" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span> </span></p><h3 class=" article-editor-content__heading article-editor-content__has-focus" style="text-align: start; font-size: 24px;"><span style="display: inline-block"></span></h3><h3 class=" article-editor-content__heading article-editor-content__has-focus" style="text-align: start; font-size: 24px;"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Contents — September 2025</strong></span></h3><p class="...<a href=https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/nordic-leadership-in-action>Read More</a> Tue, 15 Jul 2025 00:52:19 -0700 https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/nordic-summer-rest-reflect-reimagine https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/nordic-summer-rest-reflect-reimagine <p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span style="color: var(--s-pre-color12); "><em><strong>The NEF Newsletter</strong></em></span><span style="color: var(--s-pre-color12); "><em>: Connecting New England, Finland, and Scandinavia through trade, education, and culture. Born from the enthusiasm of Finnish New Englanders, it charts our shared journey—past, present, and future. Join our growing community of 2,770+ subscribers and many more via email and blog. Share with anyone eager to build Nordic-New England bridges.</em></span></p><p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph article-editor-content__has-focus" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span style="color: var(--s-pre-color12); "><em><strong>Editor-in-Chief</strong></em></span><span style="color: var(--s-pre-color12); "><em>: Dr. Henrik Totterman, Finnish Honorary Consul for Boston and New England. A professor, entrepreneur, and connector dedicated to fostering Finnish-American collaboration and advancing sustainable solutions.</em></span><span> </span></p><p style="text-align: start; font-size: 18px;"><span style="color: #7026ff;"><a style="color: #7026ff;" href="https://share.hsforms.com/1eHn8RKiJQh-yLZwNBGuZuQ5lsp8" data-type="" target="_blank"><u><strong>Subscribe to good news</strong></u></a></span><span style="color: var(--s-pre-color12);"><strong> shared in The NEF.</strong></span></p><p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph article-editor-content__has-focus" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span> </span></p><h3 class=" article-editor-content__heading article-editor-content__has-focus" style="text-align: start; font-size: 24px;"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Contents — July 2025</strong></span></h3><p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span style="color: #000000; ">Upcoming Events</span></p><p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph" style="text-align:...<a href=https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/nordic-summer-rest-reflect-reimagine>Read More</a> Sat, 14 Jun 2025 14:01:59 -0700 https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/from-nordic-flag-raisings-to-finnish-american-alliances https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/from-nordic-flag-raisings-to-finnish-american-alliances <p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span style="color: var(--s-pre-color12); "><em><strong>The NEF Newsletter</strong></em></span><span style="color: var(--s-pre-color12); "><em>: Connecting New England, Finland, and Scandinavia through trade, education, and culture. Born from the enthusiasm of Finnish New Englanders, it charts our shared journey—past, present, and future. Join our growing community of 2,680+ subscribers and many more via email and blog. Share with anyone eager to build Nordic-New England bridges.</em></span></p><p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph article-editor-content__has-focus" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span style="color: var(--s-pre-color12); "><em><strong>Editor-in-Chief</strong></em></span><span style="color: var(--s-pre-color12); "><em>: Dr. Henrik Totterman, Finnish Honorary Consul for Boston and New England. A professor, entrepreneur, and connector dedicated to fostering Finnish-American collaboration and advancing sustainable solutions.</em></span><span> </span></p><p style="text-align: start; font-size: 18px;"><span style="color: #7026ff;"><a style="color: #7026ff;" href="https://share.hsforms.com/1eHn8RKiJQh-yLZwNBGuZuQ5lsp8" data-type="" target="_blank"><u><strong>Subscribe to good news</strong></u></a></span><span style="color: var(--s-pre-color12);"><strong> shared in The NEF.</strong></span></p><p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph article-editor-content__has-focus" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span> </span></p><h3 class=" article-editor-content__heading article-editor-content__has-focus" style="text-align: start; font-size: 24px;"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Contents — June 2025</strong></span></h3><p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph" style="text-align: start; font-size: 100%;"><span style="color: #000000; ">Upcoming Events</span></p><p class=" article-editor-content__paragraph" style="text-align:...<a href=https://www.henriktotterman.com/blog/from-nordic-flag-raisings-to-finnish-american-alliances>Read More</a>