EANC is a proud supporter of The Baltic Way 30 commemorations.
Be a part of history: Join us for a re-enactment of a unique historical event. All Nationalities Welcome!
Join Estonians, Latvians, Lithuanians, and all freedom-loving peoples in remembering and commemorating the Baltic Way, the historic and effective human chain that stood united for freedom. Two million people joined hands for 600 km to make a stand and peacefully demand independence from the Soviet Union. This date (August 23rd) is also known as Black Ribbon Day; August 23, 2019 marks the 80th anniversary of the fateful Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact, an illegal act that led to decades of occupation by the Soviets. Join the Baltic Way reenactments on Capitol Hill or in your local community – join in by linking hands – united for freedom! EANC is a proud supporter of Baltic Way 30 commemorations around the U.S. Where will you take part? See below, or start your own! #BalticWay30 #freedom
Friday, Aug. 23
Washington, D.C.
1 p.m.
Capitol Hill, in front of the U.S. Capitol building (West side)!
Afterwards, an informal gathering at 2.30 PM at Biergarten Haus, 1355 H St NE, Washington, DC
Contact: EANC Washington, DC office: Karinshueyeanc@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/events/1552815374862762/
Friday, Aug. 23
Hartford, Connecticut
1 p.m.
Elizabeth Park (Hartford)
1561 Asylum Ave, West Hartford, CT 06117
Contact: EANC council member Jaak Rakfeldt,, estoniansocietyct@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2332479460350097/
Saturday, Aug. 24
Atlanta, Georgia
3:30 pm
Stone Mountain Park
1000 Robert E Lee Blvd.
Stone Mountain, Georgia 30083
At 3:30pm: We will meet at Walk-up trail Parking Lot, before walking-up the mountain on foot.
Between 5 – 6pm: Symbolic human chain reenactment atop Stone Mountain
Contact: EANC board member Kristi Allpere: Kristi.allpere@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/events/2278830585779928/
Saturday, Aug. 24
Seattle, Washington
2 pm (PDT)
Drumheller Fountain
University of Washington
Seattle, Washington 98195
We are excited to have everyone gather around Drumheller Fountain at the University of Washington to commemorate the 30th Anniversary of the Baltic Way. Bring your flags!
Contact: https://www.facebook.com/events/2365887043688357/
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Sunday, Aug. 25
Chicago, Illinois
2 – 4 p.m.
Buckingham Fountain, Grant Park
301 S Columbus Dr, Chicago, IL 60605
*For those interested in group transportation, meet at Chicago Estonian House 11 a.m. Bus departs at noon.
Chicago Estonian House bar open before and after the event.
https://www.facebook.com/events/423102961869144/
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Sunday, Aug. 25
11 a.m.- 6 p.m.
Cleveland Chain commemorating the Baltic Way 30 @ One World Day
Cleveland Cultural Gardens
10823 Magnolia Drive
Cleveland, Ohio
The Parade of Nations, featuring costumes and flags from dozens of ethnic communities, and the
Baltic Way reenactment, with attendees joining hands along Martin Luther King Blvd. in an historic act of community.
Visit the Estonian Cultural Garden for more activities after the Parade!
Contact: EANC board member, Toomas Tubalkain, email: toomast1910@gmail.com
https://clevelandoneworldday.org/2019/activities/baltic-way-30th-anniversary/