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SUMMARY:Estonian Diaspora Day Celebration in Connecticut: Potluck & A Movie
DESCRIPTION:The Connecticut Estonian Society hosts its annual Diaspora Estonia Day with a potluck-style dinner\, a fun afternoon with friends old and new\, and a wonderful documentary about a wonderful Estonian. Join us on  Saturday\, November 8th at 1:30 p.m. at the Romanian Church *formerly Latvian Church) in Manchester\, CT \n\n\n\nWe will join in the global festivities this year to celebrate the 90th birthday of beloved Estonian composer Arvo Pärt.  \n\n\n\nAs in years past\, CES will provide roast pork for the potluck meal and asks guests to bring side dishes\, desserts\, and BYOB.  Please email Leena Kangro at leenakangro@gmail.com to let her know what you can bring.   \n\n\n\nThe donation will be $15 for adults\, while students/children are free.  The program begins at 2:00 p.m.  Program details are below. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nPROGRAM \n\n\n\nWe will watch a documentary about Arvo Pärt entitled Arvo Pärt: Even if I Lose Everything\, which is an intimate portrait that explores the man behind the music\, showing his many sides as he navigates the demands of his legacy.  Once known as the avant-garde firebrand driven from his country by Soviet censorship for his radically prayerful melodies\, Even If I Lose Everything centers on the gentler rhythms of Pärt’s days back home on the eve of his 80th birthday in 2015.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLast week was a time of pride and excitement for all Estonians with two highly-anticipated concerts at Carnegie Hall in New York City on October 23rd and October 24th in the presence of H.E. Mr. Alar Karis\, President of the Republic of Estonia\, and Mrs. Sirje Karis.  This two-day celebration of Estonian composer Arvo Pärt brought together the Grammy award-winning Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir under the direction of Maestro Tõnu Kaljuste\, Estonian Festival Orchestra under the direction of Maestro Paavo Järvi\, world-renowned violinist Midori\, violinist Hans Christian Aavik\, pianist Nico Muhly\, the Trinity Choir\, and the Tallinn Chamber Orchestra.  These performances united audiences from across the United States and beyond in tribute to one of the most influential living composers in the realm of sacred and minimalist music. The New York Times gave very positive reviews of the concerts\, stating “Arvo Pärt Gets the 90th Birthday Concert He Deserves”. \n\n\n\nYou can learn more about Arvo Pärt’s life and music from here (provided by the Arvo Pärt Centre in Estonia\, which combines his personal archive along with an information and music center)\, along with interesting insights about him from Carnegie Hall \n\n\n\nMeeldetuletus – Reminder \n\n\n\nIf you\, or someone you know\, are not yet a member of the Connecticut Estonian Society\, please join us!  It’s a great opportunity to join a close-knit community of Estonian Americans and Estophiles of all ages from Connecticut and surrounding states to celebrate and preserve our Estonian culture and traditions.  To become a member\, or if you are already a member and would like to easily pay your dues\, you can learn more at our website.  Your support is vital for us to provide important programming and maintain our “Eesti Maa” (Connecticut Estonian Grounds) in Andover\, CT\, our beautiful 12-acre property where we have gathered for 60 years.
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/estonian-diaspora-day-celebration-in-connecticut-potluck-a-movie/
LOCATION:Romanian Church\, 2 WInter Street\, Manchester\, Connecticut
CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonia,Estonian Culture,Family activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Estonian Society - Connecticuti Eesti Selts":MAILTO:estoniansocietyct@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T020000
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SUMMARY:Estonian Christmas Church Service & Holiday Get-together in Connecticut
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/estonian-christmas-church-service-holiday-get-together-in-connecticut/
LOCATION:Columbia Congregational Church\, 325 CT Route 87\, Columbia\, Connecticut\, 06237
CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonian Christmas Celebrations around the US,Estonian Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260102T000000
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SUMMARY:EANC Henrik Visnapuu Culture and Literature Laureates Announced
DESCRIPTION:The Estonian American National Council (EANC)\, in partnership with the Estonian Writers’ Union and Luunja Municipality\, will announce the winners of the EANC Henrik VIsnapuu Cultureand Literature Award. The five excellent nominees were selected from amongst 14 strong candidates. \n\n\n\nThe winners will be announced by press release poste t omedia outlets\, the EANC website and Facebook page. on January 2\, 2026\, the anniversary of Visnapuu’s birth.   \n\n\n\nThe awards will officially be presented at a special event on January 7\, 2026\, starting at 6 pm\, at the Estonian Wrietrs House\, Harju 1\, Tallinn\, Estonia. The public is welcome to attend. We will do our best to provide a live stream of the special event\, which will include words from the jury and from the laureates themselves\, coupled with a performance by songwriter Kalev Vapper.
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/eanc-henrik-visnapuu-culture-and-literature-laureates-announced/
LOCATION:Connecticut
CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Education,Estonian Culture,Poetry
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ORGANIZER;CN="Estonian American National Council":MAILTO:erku@estosite.org
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SUMMARY:Virtual Book Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION:You are cordially invited to the annual book club hosted by the Foundation for Estonian Arts and Letters.11:00 EDT – discussion in small groups12:00 EDT – Q&A with Tõnu Õnnepalu led by Sirje Kiin \n\n\n\nBook can be orderedin English: Amazon (https://a.co/d/1WMDqwy)in Estonian: Rahva raamat (https://rahvaraamat.ee/…/klassika-ja…/piiririik/1851822) \n\n\n\nPlease add your name and state when registering\, regsitration deadline is January 18\, 2026 6pm EDT info@estonianculture.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOlete oodatud meie iga-aastasele virtuaalseld raamatuklubile11:00 EDT – arutelu väikestes gruppides12:00 EDT – kohtumine Tõnu Õnnepaluga. Kohtumist viib läbi Sirje Kiin.Raamatut saab tellida:Ingliskeeles: Amazon (https://a.co/d/1WMDqwy)Eestikeeles: Rahva Raamat (https://rahvaraamat.ee/…/klassika-ja…/piiririik/1851822) \n\n\n\nRegistreerida palume hiljemalt 18. jaanuariks\, 2026 kell 18:00 EDT info@estonianculture.orgRegistreerides palume lisada oma nimi ja osariik.
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/virtual-book-club-meeting/
LOCATION:Connecticut
CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonian Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Foundation for Arts &amp%3B Letters / Eesti Kultuurifond USAs":MAILTO:info@estonianculture.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T160000
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SUMMARY:Celebrating Estonian Independence Day: Connecticut
DESCRIPTION:You are cordiall invited!  \n\n\n\nJoin the Connecticut Estonan Society for a full program\, dinner\, and festivities in celebration of Estonia´s Independence Day! The program features Consul Tarmo Punnik of the Estonian EMbassy in Washington\, DC\, who will also be available for consular services.  \n\n\n\nOther guest speakers include  \n\n\n\nSamuel Kramer\, Ph.D.\, – Estonian Research experienceLelde Luika\, Ph.D. –  Juris Padegs Postdoctoral Associate\, Baltic Studies Program\, Yale University \n\n\n\nLike any good Etsonian party we will have good food\, some singing and dancing\, cash bar\, raffle and more.  \n\n\n\nMusic entertainment by DJ Kristjan Karu. . \n\n\n\nTIckets may be purchased by emailing mtlaan@att.net
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/celebrating-estonian-independence-connecticut/
LOCATION:Georgina´s\, 275 Boston Tnpk.\, Andover\, 06043
CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonia,Estonian Culture,Estonian Independence Day,Government of Estonia,Poetry
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ORGANIZER;CN="Estonian Society of Connecticut / Connecticuti Eesti Selts":MAILTO:estoniansocietyct@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Celebrating Estonian Independence Day: Boston\, Massachusetts area
DESCRIPTION:The Boston Estonain Society invites you to join them in celebrating the 108th anniversary of the Republic of Estonia! It will be a wonderful afternoon of community\, culture\, and celebration. \n\n\n\n\nUksed avame: 15:30 (3:30 PM)\n\n\n\nProgramm algab: 16:00 (4:00 PM)\n\n\n\nÜritus lõpeb orienteeruvalt: 18:30–19:00 (6:30–7:00 PM)\n\n\n\n\nTo ensure a festive table for everyone\, we are asking members to bring a dish to share. Please use the SignUpGenius link below to let us know what you plan to bring (salads\, sandwiches\, desserts\, etc.). \n\n\n\nThe Great BES Kringel Competition! Do you have the best twist in town? We are hosting a Kringel Competition to crown Boston’s best baker! If you would like to enter your masterpiece\, please indicate this on the sign-up sheet.. \n\n\n\nhttps://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044CADA929A7FCCE9-61704802-evapidu
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/celebrating-estonian-independence-day-boston-massachusetts-area/
LOCATION:Nordic Hall\, Scandinavian Cultural Center\, 206 Waltham St\, West Newton\, Massachusetts
CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonian Culture,Estonian Independence Day,Family activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Boston Estonian Society / Bostoni Eesti Selts":MAILTO:info@bostonestonian.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T000000
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SUMMARY:Estonian Independence Day\, EV108
DESCRIPTION:ELAGU EESTI VABARIIK! \n\n\n\nLong live the Republic of Estonia!
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/estonian-independence-day-ev108/
LOCATION:Connecticut
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Community,Culture,Estonia,Estonian Independence Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T000000
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SUMMARY:Boston Baltic Film Festival\, In person & virtual
DESCRIPTION:In-person screenings: February 27 – March 1\, Emerson Paramount Center  \n\n\n\nJoin us for a wonderful weekend of film screenings\, engaging talks\, and Q&A sessions with award-winning filmmakers from Estonia\, Latvia\, and Lithuania. EANC is a proud supporter of the Boston Baltic Film Festival. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe festival opens with a Meet the Filmmakers panel discussion and a feature presentation of the Estonian film Fränk\, followed by our Opening Night Reception—an opportunity to meet\, mingle\, and continue the conversation with filmmakers and fellow guests.  \n\n\n\nCheck out the full festival line-up here: Event Schedule — Boston Baltic Film Festival \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVirtual screenings (different films): March 2 – 23. This year´s virtual screenings are accessible across the U.S. and Canada. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact: info@bostonbalticfilm.org
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/boston-baltic-film-festival-5/
LOCATION:Emerson Paramount Center\, Bright Family Screening Room\, 559 Washington St.\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02111
CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonian Culture,Family activities,Latvia,Lithuania,Virtual gathering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260316T000000
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SUMMARY:Application Period for Global Estonian Youth Envoys Summer School in Estonia
DESCRIPTION:Be a global citizen\, but stay Estonian! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 2026 Global Estonian Youth Envoys Summer School in Estonia runs from July 26 – August 2\, 2026.  \n\n\n\nThe world is changing\, and Estonia with it. We invite you to spend a week seeing and experiencing Estonia’s life and character for yourself — its beauty and its challenges. In doing so\, you can become an Estonian youth envoy abroad\, knowing the country first-hand\, introducing it to others\, and opening up avenues for cooperation with Estonia. You will also gain an overview of work and study opportunities in Estonia. \n\n\n\nWhat awaits you? \n\n\n\nHow does the Estonian state function?We will visit the country’s most important institutions and meet the people who lead the state and shape foreign and security policy every day. \n\n\n\nHow is the country defended when necessary? The Defence Forces will give us a glimpse into their daily life. \n\n\n\nStart-ups and unicorns. How is Estonia’s economy actually faring? Experts will share their insights. \n\n\n\nEstonian universities and the labour market. What if I wanted to come to Estonia to work or study…? You will hear about study opportunities at universities and visit companies. \n\n\n\nE-state and the AI leap. Is Estonia still a “tiger” —  and should it be? \n\n\n\nFrom the wonderful music of Arvo Pärt to Seto leelo singing and the smoke sauna\, to the Krulli quarter (come and see where Krulli is\, if you don’t know) \n\n\n\nAnd finally…If you ever feel like simply talking about life and Estonia with someone\, this is the place — by the campfire\, on a bog hike\, or simply out on a stroll. \n\n\n\nWho are we looking for? \n\n\n\nYou can apply to the summer school if you are aged 18–30\, have Estonian roots\, and were born abroad and/or have lived outside Estonia for at least five years. The programme is in Estonian\, but we will accommodate the need for English interpretation where possible. \n\n\n\nWhat costs are covered by the programme? \n\n\n\nAccommodation in Tallinn (single room)Accommodation outside Tallinn (shared rooms)Breakfast at the hotel and lunches and dinners according to the programmeEvents and transport within EstoniaReturn flights to Tallinn if necessary (in accordance with European Union limits) \n\n\n\nApplication \n\n\n\nSend your CV\, completed application form and a free-form essay of up to one page on the topic “My Estonia” in Estonian or English to suvekool@mfa.ee by May 5th at the latest. \n\n\n\nFurther details are available here — please make sure to read them before applying. \n\n\n\nOrganizers:
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/application-period-for-global-etsonian-youth-envoys-summer-school-in-estonia/
LOCATION:Connecticut
CATEGORIES:Culture,Education,Estonia,Estonian Culture,Government of Estonia,Opportunities,Youth Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Connecticut Estonian Society 75+1 Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE!
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/connecticut-estonian-society-751-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:Connecticut
CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonia,Estonian Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Estonian Society - Connecticuti Eesti Selts":MAILTO:estoniansocietyct@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T080000
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SUMMARY:Estonian Scouting and Guiding International Jamboree in USA
DESCRIPTION:Kutse Suurlaagrisse!  \n\n\n\nHellakesed\, hundud\, gaidid\, skaudid\, juhid! Meil on hea meel kutsuda teid Järvemetsa 70. sünnipäeva ja suurlaagri tähistamisele 2026. suvel!  \n\n\n\nWe’re thrilled to invite you to this year’s Estonian Girl Guides and Boy Scouts Jamboree in celebration of Järvemetsa’s 70th Anniversary! We’re expecting a big turnout\, with friends from across the USA\, Eesti & Canada – including familiar faces from over the years\, and plenty of new friends to meet!     \n\n\n\nWe hope YOU will be there! \n\n\n\nThis year’s camp name\, Ajakaja\, is coincidentally [but fittingly] a palindrome\, symbolizing the “echo of time.”  \n\n\n\nAjakaja calls on us to honor our history\, celebrate enduring traditions\, and recognize the legacy carried forward by every generation of gaidid & skaudid. \n\n\n\n As the years pass\, the spirit of guiding and scouting endures\, echoing across time.
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/esto-scouting-guiding-international-jamboree-in-usa-2026/
LOCATION:Järvemetsa\, 71 Olev Drive\, Jackson\, NJ\, 08527\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Education,Estonia,Estonian Culture,Family activities,Opportunities,Scouting,Sports,Youth Opportunities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Council of Estonian Scouting USA & Estonian Girl Guide Association%2C USA (ESM USAs%2C EGM USAs)":MAILTO:skautjuht@gmail.com
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