Thundering old men in Sweden
Thundering old men in Sweden My husband, Jeff, received a unique local opportunity while living in Östersund, Sweden. He was sponsored by my cousin Janne and inducted into the 103-year-old Dundergubbarna Club.
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Midwinter spark
Getting around in the snow and ice comes with a learning curve, but it also offers plenty of fun. Two highlights of living in Östersund are kicksleds and the opening of the Winter Beach.
Skiing here and there
A hot Swedish heart-shaped waffle with generous whipped cream and lingonberry jam is the perfect companion for a day of gliding over snow-covered slopes. But delicious treats are just one reason to love skiing in Sweden.
Semla smack down: A Scandinavian pastry battle
The beloved semla has a long history in Sweden. I decided to honor that history by declaring a "battle of the bun" between five Östersund bakeries.
Ingredients of food and language
A Sweden Letter Alf Brorson TORSBY, Sweden – Jonathan Franzen is among major contemporary American novelists that have caught my attention. Fiction writing leaves room… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Lucia Day: Swedish holiday of light
Americans in Ostersund Susan Sall Back in 2018, Lucia Day began with a 5 a.m. alarm so our teenager could get ready and arrive at… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
No snow, but scattered flakiness
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Coffee, Svenska, anything interesting
Scott Bontz News-Record The Swedish Friendship Group is not only about things Swedish or Swedish-American. At its most recent Friday meeting, members shared a plane… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Another bridge crossed toward finishing trail
Volunteers recently laid walkable, rideable boards over an old railroad bridge to bring the Meadowlark Trail between Lindsborg and McPherson a step closer to completion.