BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//EstoSite - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:EstoSite X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.estosite.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for EstoSite REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234940 CREATED:20240305T045359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240323T211658Z UID:10177-1712325600-1712325600@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Conference: 75 YEARS of FREE ESTONIAN WORD – The Art of Connecting Past and Future. DESCRIPTION:For 75 years\, the newspaper Vaba Eesti Sõna (Free Estonian Word) has been a faithful companion to the Estonian-American community\, keeping Estonian families in far-away places and also those close by connected\, and abreast of community news\, current events\, cultural happenings\, social announcements\, and everyday helps with Estonian traditions and homelife. In today´s unsettled world\, community journalism is more important than ever. \n\n\n\nThis important anniversary conference will discuss the role played by Vaba Eesti Sõna in keeping alive hope and the fight for restored independence Estonia and its part in connecting the Estonian community abroad. We will also discuss the chronicle’s continued relevance\, as Estonians abroad continue to champion Estonian culture\, values\, and interests in their every day lives. \n\n\n\nJoin new and veteran newspaper editors\, journalists\, staff\, contributors\, and supporters for an intelligent conference on the life and times of Estonians in America through the pages of the Vaba Eesti Sõna. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you in person\, at 2 pm at the New York Estonian House. Pre-registration not required\, donations welcomed. \n\n\n\nIf you cannot attend in person\, we encourage you to use the link below to attend virtually via Zoom. \n\n\n\n\nTo attend virtually\, register here \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nConference \n\n\n\nSession 1: The role of the Estonian-American newspaper Vaba Eesti Sõna in keeping alive hope for the restored independence of the Republic of Estonia and nourishing the spirit of idealism. \n\n\n\nSession 2: Staying the Course: Connecting Estonian-American families and communities. \n\n\n\nThis conference and small reception celebrating Vaba Eesti Sõna coverage\, contributors\, and community offers a wonderful lead into the Estonian Cultural Days Festival 2024. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVaba Eesti Sõna sünnipäeva konverents / Free Estonian Word Anniversary Conference\n\n\n\nReede\, 5. aprill 2024\, kell 14:00 – 17:30 EDT / Friday\, April 5th\, 2024\, 2 pm – 5:30 pm EDT \n\n\n\nNew Yorgi Eesti Maja / NY Estonian House\, 243 E 34th St\, New York\, NY 10016 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKutsume Teid ameerikaeestluse kandja Vaba Eesti Sõna sünnipäeva konverentsile VABA EESTI SÕNA 75: KUNST SIDUDA MINEVIKKU JA TULEVIKKU reedel\, 5. aprillil algusega kell 14:00 New Yorgi Eesti Maja sinises saalis \n\n\n\n\nKuidas on hoidnud eesti ajaleht Eesti Vabariigi taastamise lootust ja idealismi vaimu\n\n\n\nKuidas ajaleht ühendab jätkuvalt Ameerika eestlaste kodusid ja kogukondi\n\n\n\nArutamine ja sõnavõtud – olete lahkesti oodatud kõnelema\n\n\n\nKohvilaud\, sünnipäevakook\n\n\n\n\nLaupäeval\, 6. aprillil kell 10:00 – 13:00 toimub Vaba Eesti Sõna sõpradele kaastöö tegemise õpituba. Kõik vanused teretulnud. \n\n\n\nVõimalus osaleda üritustel Zoomi vahendusel. Eel-registreerimine www.vabaeestisona.com või www.estosite.org. \n\n\n\nVõtke sõbrad kaasa ja kohtume varsti. Olete oodatud! \n\n\n\nTervitades\,The Nordic Press Estonian-American Publishers\, Inc.ajalehe Vaba Eesti Sõna väljaandja \n\n\n\n\nRegistreeri siin\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease join us for this anniversary conference celebrating decades of dedicated coverage of the Estonian American community 75 YEARS of FREE ESTONIAN WORD: THE ART OF CONNECTING PAST AND FUTURE \n\n\n\nFriday\, April 5th\, 2 pm NY Estonian House\, Blue Room \n\n\n\n\nThe role of the newspaper in keeping hope alive for the restored independence of the Republic of Estonia and nourishing the spirit of idealism\n\n\n\nConnecting Estonian-American families and communities\n\n\n\nDiscussion and tributes – speakers from the audience welcomed\n\n\n\nReception and birthday cake\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, April 6th\, 10 am – 1:30 pm\, workshop: Tips on how to contribute important and interesting information about your communities and how to get involved. All ages are welcome. \n\n\n\nWe hope to see you in person\, but you can also join us virtually. Pre-register: www.vabaeestisona.com or www.estosite.org. \n\n\n\nWe encourage you to share this invitation! \n\n\n\nLooking forward to seeing you\,The Nordic Press Estonian-American Publishers\, Inc.of the newspaper Free Estonian World \n\n\n\n\nRegister here URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/conference-75-years-of-free-estonian-word-the-art-of-connecting-past-and-future/ LOCATION:NY Estonian House\, 243 E 34th St\, New York\, New York\, 10016\, United States CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonia,Estonian Culture,Family activities,Online Discussion END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234940 CREATED:20240418T192811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T192947Z UID:10357-1714154400-1714154400@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Keelekohvik Lakewoodi Eesti Majas DESCRIPTION:Keelekohvik on mõeldud kõigile inimestele\, kes oskavad või soovivad õppida eesti keelt\, harjutada kõnekeelt\, saada juurde kõnejulgust\, ning teha seda vabas vormis ja meeldivas keskkonnas. URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/keelekohvik-lakewoodi-eesti-majas/ LOCATION:Lakewood Estonian House/ Lakewoodi Eesti Maja\, 4 Cross Street & E Veterans Hwy\, Jackson\, Connecticut\, United States CATEGORIES:Community,Estonian Culture,Family activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Lakewood-keelekohvik.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Lakewood Eesti %C3%9Ching / Lakewood Estonian Association":MAILTO:helica40@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T100000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234940 CREATED:20240418T191803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T191806Z UID:10352-1714212000-1714212000@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Talgud (Spring Clean Up)@ Lakewood Estonian House DESCRIPTION:SPRING CLEAN UP! We look forward to seeing you on Saturday\, April 27th! Volunteers are needed to maintain and clean the Lakewood Estonian House and grounds\, to ensure it is clean and comfortable for our members and guests. \n\n\n\nJoin the Lakewood Estonian community\, and do your part to keep our Estonian House looking its best! \n\n\n\nAll are welcome. Bring your own work gloves\, rake\, and a good mood. Lunch will be provided! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKUTSUME TALGUTELE! MEIL ON ABI VAJA! \n\n\n\nKohtume laupäeval\, 27. aprillil\, algusega kell 10 am. Veedame kogu päeva koos! Pakume lõunasööki!Ootame vabatahtlikke abilisi\, et teha Eesti Maja ja ümbruse puhtaks lehtedest ja prahist. Ka maja seest on vaja aknaid pesta jne. \n\n\n\nPalun tulge ja osalege Lakewoodi Eesti kogukonnas ja tehke oma osa\, et hoida Eesti Maja ilus ja korras.Kõigi abi on teretulnud. Kui tuled võta töökindad\, reha ja hea tuju kaasa! URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/talgud-spring-clean-up-lakewood-estonian-house/ LOCATION:Lakewood Estonian House/ Lakewoodi Eesti Maja\, 4 Cross Street & E Veterans Hwy\, Jackson\, Connecticut\, United States CATEGORIES:Community,Estonian Culture,Family activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/IMG-3793.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Lakewood Estonian Association - Lakewoodi Eesti %C3%9Ching":MAILTO:lakewoodestonianhouse@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T133000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234940 CREATED:20240514T142309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T162607Z UID:10589-1715693400-1715693400@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Online event: The Legacy of Juri Lotman in Tartu\, Estonia and the World DESCRIPTION:This online program hosted by the New York Public Library will celebrate Tartu\, Estonia as a 2024 European Capital of Culture\, Tartu 2024 including luminaries of worldwide interest like Juri Lotman. The celebration will take us to memorable places in Tartu that are connected to the cultural heritage and legacy of this unique man and his city. \n\n\n\nSpeakers include Merit Maran\, Elen Lotman\, Peeter Torop. Read more about them below. \n\n\n\nPlease register to receive Zoom link to join! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nRegister here \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nJuri Lotman (1922-1993) was an internationally renowned intellectual and scholar. Born to Ukrainian Jewish parents in Leningrad\, he escaped the ongoing wave of antisemitism\, culminating in the “Doctors’ Plot”\, by finding refuge in Tartu\, within the safety of ancient walls of its university. Although Estonia was also occupied by the Soviet Union at the time\, the environment was considerably more Western and Lotman didn’t experience hostility to his ethnic background. \n\n\n\nAs his academic career developed at the University of Tartu\, Lotman became the key figure in cultural semiotics. Well loved by his students and internationally respected for his works\, Lotman went beyond the academe to have his own program on the national TV and also wrote extensively on cinema. In the 2020s\, after the celebrations of his centenary\, Lotman’s intellectual legacy is still relevant and exciting – as is his life story. \n\n\n\nSpeakers include Merit Maran\, Elen Lotman\, Peeter Torop. Read more about them below. \n\n\n\nThis online program is a result of cooperation between the New York Public Library and Estonian Writers Union which was mediated by the Tartu 2024 European Capital of Culture Foundation and the Consulate General of Estonia in New York. In 2022\, the Tartu branch of the Estonian Writers Union produced a webcast on Estonian polymath Uku Masing for the World Languages Collection of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library at the NYPL\, with its premiere and online Q&A on April 26\, 2022. That webcast can be seen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z19HnOPox-U. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers include Merit Maran\, Elen Lotman\, Peeter Torop. \n\n\n\nABOUT THE SPEAKERS\n\n\n\nPeeter Torop\, PhD – Professor of Semiotics of Culture at the University of Tartu. Torop expanded the scope of the semiotic study of translation to include intratextual\, intertextual\, and extratextual translation and stressing the productivity of the notion of translation in general semiotics. He is also a co-editor of the journal Sign Systems Studies\, the oldest international semiotic periodical. As a student of Lotman himself\, Torop shares his memories of Lotman as a teacher and mentor\, ever in search of fresh insights. \n\n\n\nMerit Maran (Rickberg)\, PhD – Head of the Juri Lotman Semiotics Repository at the University of Tallinn. Maran was the main curator of Juri Lotman 100 centenary celebrations in 2022 and defended her PhD thesis\, “Towards Complexity Thinking with Juri Lotman: Modelling Cultural Dynamics in Educational Systems” in 2023. Dr. Maran focuses on the contemporary and ongoing relevance of Lotman’s approach to complexity in cultural systems. \n\n\n\nElen Lotman\, PhD – Associate Professor of Film Arts\, Baltic Film\, Media and Arts School. An award-winning cinematographer\, director and lecturer\, Elen Lotman is a granddaughter of Juri Lotman and has also translated his works on film into Estonian. Sharing a more personal side of her grandfather\, she tells of her childhood full of stories\, fun and discovery\, as well as Juri Lotman’s daily habits and love for Tartu. \n\n\n\nThis webcast has been made possible by the Cultural Endowment of Estonia and the Estonian Ministry of Culture.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are subject to change or cancellation. \n\n\n\nAssistive Listening and ASL \n\n\n\nASL interpretation and real-time (CART) captioning available upon request. Please submit your request at least two weeks in advance by emailing accessibility@nypl.org. \n\n\n\nNYPL The New York Public Library \n\n\n\nEesti Kirjanike Liit / Kultuuriministeerium \n\n\n\n#JURILOTMAN \n\n\n\n#ESTONIA#Tartu2024 URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/online-event-the-legacy-of-juri-lotman-in-tartu-estonia-and-the-world/ LOCATION:Online Event CATEGORIES:Culture,Estonia,Estonian Culture,Online Discussion END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T083000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234940 CREATED:20240426T051405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T150610Z UID:10448-1715761800-1715761800@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Symposium on Opportunities with Stanford University and Estonia DESCRIPTION:Vabamu (Estonia)\, Stanford University Libraries\, and the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs host this symposium on May 15\, 2024 to explore existing and new collaboration opportunities between Estonia and Stanford University.  \n\n\n\nYou will have a chance to learn about the world-leading university\, its Baltic Studies program\, and student and scholar exchange between Stanford and Estonia. The symposium also introduces Vabamu’s international activities and Vabamu Global Conversations strand. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to welcoming everyone who is interested in collaboration with Stanford University\, including government officials\, Estonian scientific community and potential fellowship applicants\, members of memory institutions and the start-up community. This is an in-person event. See program below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nProgram \n\n\n\n3.30pm Estonian time \n\n\n\nOpening words by Jonatan Vseviov\, Secretary General at Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Estonia \n\n\n\n3.40pm Introduction to Vabamu’s international activities by Kadri Paju\, Stanford Global Project Manager at Vabamu \n\n\n\n3.45pm Stanford and Estonia by Michael Keller\, Vice Provost and University Librarian\, Stanford University \n\n\n\n4.00pm Stanford-Estonia fellowships and internships with Ralf-Martin Soe\, Anna-Maria Osula and Marek Tamm\, Global Digital Governance and Short-Term Research fellowship alumni \n\n\n\n4.15pm Looking into the Future by Luukas Ilves\, Special Advisor at Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications of Estonia \n\n\n\n4.25pm Business opportunities in the USA and Closing Remarks by Andrew Thompson\, Kistler-Ritso Foundation \n\n\n\n“Curated cocktails” where guests have the opportunity to talk to the presenters in designated areas and ask about the following topics: Stanford Fellowships and internships (with Liisi Esse); Business opportunities in the USA (with Andrew Thompson); Stanford University (with Michael Keller); Vabamu international collaboration (with Kadri Paju) \n\n\n\n5.15pm Optional tour of Vabamu’s permanent exhibition  \n\n\n\nMore information on 2025 Stanford Fellowships can be found here: https://vabamu.ee/en/news/2025fellowships/ URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/stanford-university-estonia-symposium/ LOCATION:Vabamu\, Toompea 8b\, Tallinn\, Estonia CATEGORIES:Education,Estonian Culture,Opportunities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T183000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234940 CREATED:20240522T155937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T161051Z UID:10620-1716485400-1716489000@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Lecture: Sofi Oksanen to Speak at Stanford University DESCRIPTION:The Helena Brandt Visiting Scholar Program Inaugural Lecture \n\n\n\nwith Sofi Oksanen\, the internationally-acclaimed\, best-selling author of a number of works of historical fiction\, including the novel Purge (2008)\, a tale of three generations of Estonian women and human trafficking\, as well as Stalin’s Cows (2003) and When the Doves Disappeared (2012). \n\n\n\nRSVP Here: https://bit.ly/3wFTbgi \n\n\n\nPhoto credit: Toni Härkönen URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/lecture-sofi-oksanen-to-speak-at-stanford-university/ LOCATION:Levinthal Hall\, Stanford University\, 424 Santa Teresa St\, Stanford\, CA 94305\, Stanford\, California\, 94305\, United States CATEGORIES:Culture,Estonia,Estonian Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/sofi-oksanen-may-23-stanford.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T025900 DTSTAMP:20260404T234940 CREATED:20240612T181111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T182605Z UID:10707-1719082800-1719111540@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Jaanipäev celebrations hosted by Seattle Estonian Society DESCRIPTION:Let’s get together and celebrate Jaanipäev at Golden Gardens. We can’t reserve fire pits at Golden Gardens\, so we’ll have to see where we end up. But you should be able to find a group of Estonians without much trouble! \n\n\n\nSeattle’i Eesti Selts kutsub koos Jaaniõhtut-päeva pidama! \n\n\n\nBring chairs or blankets to sit on\, your favorite Jaanipäeva dish to share\, and flowers to make wreaths. \n\n\n\nThere is a playground where kids can play\, and we will have fun with Molky\, soccer\, and volleyball. You can also bring any games that you enjoy playing in the summer. Additionally\, if you have a musical instrument that you want to play\, this is an opportunity to have a great audience.   URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/jaanipaev-celebrations-hosted-by-seattle-estonian-society/ CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonian Culture,Family activities,Jaaniõhtu - Midsummer!,Sports ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/resz.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234940 CREATED:20240612T164230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T164716Z UID:10709-1719136800-1719162000@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Summer Solstice Event hosted by Washington (DC) Estonian Society DESCRIPTION:Dear WES members and friends. \n\n\n\nWe will meet for the Summer Solstice Hike on June 23 at 10am and gather at the winery nearby after the hike. Bull Run-Occoquan Trail Yates Ford Road Trailhead is located at 13249-13267 Yates Ford Rd\, Clifton\, VA 20124\, and Paradise Springs Winery address on 13219 Yates Ford Rd\, Clifton\, VA 20124. \n\n\n\nMore information about the trail – https://www.funinfairfaxva.com/bull-run-occoquan-trail-clifton-va/ \n\n\n\nIf you have not paid your 2024 membership fee yet\, you can do so at our website www.washingtonestoniansociety.org. \n\n\n\nHave a wonderful weekend\, \n\n\n\nWES Board \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKallid Washingtoni Eesti Seltsi liikmed ja sõbrad\, \n\n\n\n23. juunil kell 10 saame kokku jaanipäeva matkaks ning peale seda veedame aega veiniistanduses matkaraja läheduses. Matka asukohaks on Bull Run-Occoquan Trail Yates Ford Road Trailhead Virginias (aadress 13249-13267 Yates Ford Rd\, Clifton\, VA 20124). Veiniistandus Paradise Springs Winery aadressiks on 13219 Yates Ford Rd\, Clifton\, VA 20124. \n\n\n\nInfot matkaraja kohta leiate siin – https://www.funinfairfaxva.com/bull-run-occoquan-trail-clifton-va/ \n\n\n\nEesti seltsi liikmetasu saate maksta meie veebilehe kaudu www.washingtonestoniansociety.org. URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/summer-solstice-hike-with-washington-dc-estonian-society/ CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonia,Estonian Culture,Jaaniõhtu - Midsummer! ORGANIZER;CN="Washington Estonian Society":MAILTO:info@washingtonestoniansociety.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T234940 CREATED:20240319T213323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T002407Z UID:10303-1719619200-1722124799@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Summer camps at Jõekääru DESCRIPTION:SUVI 2024 registreerimis lehed on uuendatud ja saadaval meie veebilehel: www.joekaaru.com \n\n\n\nRegistration forms for Summer 2024 Camp at Jõekääru (in Canada) now available on our website www.joekaaru.com. \n\n\n\nEesti keele nädal: 29. juuni – 6. juuli\, 2024 Estonian Language WeekSpordi ja mängu nädal: 6. juuli – 13. juuli\, 2024 Sports and Games Week Kunst ja kultuuri nädal: 13. juuli – 20. juuli\, 2024 Art and Culture WeekJK/Kalev Võrkpalli laager: 20. juuli – 27. juuli\, 2024 JK-Kalev Volleyball Camp \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTulge kõik ja jagage infot julget!Näeme Jõekäärul\, eesti keeles\, eesti meeles! \n\n\n\nwww.joekaaru.com URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/summer-camps-at-joekaaru/ CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Education,Estonian Culture,Family activities,Sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240729T005959 DTSTAMP:20260404T234940 CREATED:20240725T022416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T022526Z UID:10886-1721782800-1722214799@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Chicago Eesti Kooli Suvelaager DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/chicago-eesti-kooli-suvelaager/ LOCATION:Chicago Eesti Maja / Chicago Estonian House\, 14700 Estonian Ln\, Riverwoods\,\, Illinois\, 60015-3553 CATEGORIES:Chicago,Community,Culture,Education,Estonian Culture,Family activities,Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/chicago-eesti-kooli-laager-suvelaager-2024.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Chicago Estonian School":MAILTO:kool@eestimaja.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240802T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240804T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T234940 CREATED:20240730T025350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T030759Z UID:10916-1722556800-1722815999@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:70th Lakewood Estonian Games DESCRIPTION:Lakewoodi Eesti Mängud 70\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Estonians from North American and beyond for a weekend of sports competitions\, comradery and culture! \n\n\n\nCompetitions\, activities\, and performances for all ages; Estonian House kitchen and bar open. \n\n\n\nCheck out the schedule below for a packed schedule that features Estonian sensation NUBLU among others! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Estonian American National Council is proud to be a sponsor of this event\, and congrtaulates the Estonian Amateur Athletes Association on their 70th anniversary. Fun fact: EAAA (Eesti Spordiliit USAs) was named the 2023 recipient of EANC’s Outstanding Estonian-American Organization. \n\n\n\nElagu Eesti Spordiiit USAs! Terves kehas terve vaim! \n\n\n\nWeekend Schedule of Planned Events  \n\n\n\nFriday\, Aug 2nd​ \n\n\n\n\n12:00 p.m. – Golf  4-person Team Scramble at Lakewood CC\, Andrus Ers (aers@optonline.net). $75. \n\n\n\n18:00 p.m. – Lakewood Eesti Maja bar and dining table open until evening\n\n\n\n19:00 p.m. – Bowling at Finnigans Lanes @ Lakewood by Henry Ashford\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, Aug 3rd​ \n\n\n\n\n08:00 a.m. – Swimming @ Candlewood – Lia Künnapas (lia.kunnapas@gmail.com)\n\n\n\n09:00 a.m. – Pickle Ball Tournament Jackson Liberty HS – Carl Skonberg (carlms223@gmail.com)\n\n\n\n09:30 a.m. – Track and field competitions registration Tarmo Pallop (tarmopallop@americanacquatic.net)\n\n\n\n12:00 p.m. – Tennis Jackson Liberty HS\, Sarina Ashford and Arden Wichman (ardenwichman8@gmail.com) (Registration by July 26)\n\n\n\n12:00 p.m. – Lakewood Eesti Maja bar and dining window open until the evening (bar open 14:00 p.m.)\n\n\n\n12:00 p.m. – Volleyball competitions at Eesti Maja grounds – Stefan Skonberg (stskonberg@gmail.com) & Lilly Aasmaa\n\n\n\n2:00 p.m. – Chess tournament\, Siim Vanaselja – vanaselja@gmail.com\n\n\n\n2:00 p.m. – Children’s petting zoo\n\n\n\n3:00pm – Biergarten and band playing outside during the afternoon\n\n\n\n5:00 p.m. – Volleyball finals\, Stefan Skonberg (stskonberg@gmail.com)\n\n\n\n7:30 p.m. – “Valguspidu” includes athletes parade and awards. Laagri Laulud (camp songs) led by K. Põhi & U. Kärner followed by special Tuljak performance\n\n\n\n22:00 p.m. – Nublu & Gameboy Tetris  Performance inside EM after Valguspidu\n\n\n\n\nSunday\, Aug 4th \n\n\n\nSurf & Sun Family Day at Jenk’s North Inlet Bar Area – Point Pleasant. \n\n\n\n​Admission; Prepay & Save (Pre-sale ends on July 28th) \n\n\n\nTake advantage of the early bird rates presented below. All pre-sale tickets include 1 FREE Mega Raffle ticket and also 1 FREE Dou Can Koozie. \n\n\n\nYou can pre-purchase your admission tickets as follows: \n\n\n\nSaturday  (Any Saturday ticket purchase includes admission to Fri) \n\n\n\n$50 (17 to 69); $20 (70 + ); $10 (6 to 16); 5 & under FREE\, \n\n\n\nWeekend Tenting Fee –  $40 \n\n\n\n(Pay-at-Gate rates may be higher) \n\n\n\n​ URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/70th-lakewood-estonian-games/ LOCATION:Lakewood Estonian House/ Lakewoodi Eesti Maja\, 4 Cross Street & E Veterans Hwy\, Jackson\, Connecticut\, United States CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Education,Estonia,Estonian Culture,Family activities,Sports ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Lakewoodi-Eesti-Mangud.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Eesti Spordiliit USAs –%3B Estonian American Amateur Athletes":MAILTO:info@eaaasport.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234940 CREATED:20240906T030236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T030239Z UID:11009-1725739200-1725739200@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Teater: "Kleit\, Mina\, Milling ja New York" DESCRIPTION:The Estonian Cultural Society of Chicago presents an lighthearted theater experience with beloved Estonian actor Henrik Norman. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTEATER. TEATER. TEATER. \n\n\n\nChicagosse tuleb külla esinema Henrik Normann! Palume külastada! \n\n\n\n…” need on hoolikalt valitud\, naljakad ning ootamatu lõpuga lood ja täis üllatusi. Lavastus kahes vaatuses ja samas mõtteline kummardus sõbrale. Need lood on päriselt sündinud. Elu on parim stsenarist\,kelle huumor on vahel peen\, vahel otse ja labidaga ja vahel nii terav\, et pisar tuleb silma”… \n\n\n\nTulge saama elamust! URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/teater-kleit-mina-milling-ja-new-york/ CATEGORIES:Chicago,Community,Culture,Estonia,Estonian Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/2024-09-Teater-EKSC-cropped.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T104500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240915T023000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234940 CREATED:20240806T035700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T041400Z UID:11016-1726224300-1726367400@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:"Nou (SAMM) Pois ÄLÄUD III" folkdance camp DESCRIPTION:“Nou Pois Äläud III” Tantsulaager is for women ages 18+ and for mixed pairs registered to Tantsupidu* \n\n\n\nRegistrations are in from near and far – incl Holland & New Zealand\, Tallinn & Vancouver\, Kentucky & Illinois and more locally\, from Pickering & Pefferlaw – Sept 5 is the deadline (but if we hit the max\, registration will close early). As at posting date 20 spots remain for NPÄ-III\, welcoming all women\, as well as for *men in mixed pairs registered for Tantsupidu. Counting down! \n\n\n\nBe sure to cehck out the website for important info before you go! \n\n\n\n\nWebsite\n\n\n\n\nEANC is a proud sponsor of this event. \n\n\n\n\nRegister here til September 6 URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/nou-samm-pois-alaud-iii-folkdance-camp/ LOCATION:Camp “Jõekääru”\, 38 Viru Avenue\, Udora\, Ontario\, Canada CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Education,Estonia,Estonian Culture,Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/453846628_897253422445149_2101902449846998659_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234940 CREATED:20240807T212728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T213447Z UID:10957-1726819200-1726851600@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Kammerkontsert New Yorgi Eesti Majas DESCRIPTION:You are invited to a special chamber music concert at NY Eesti Maja on September 20th. Cade Roberts and friends play music from Estonia\, other Nordic countries and more! Visit the link below for more information.An enchanting evening of chamber music at the historic Beaux-Arts Estonian House in New York City. Award-winning musicians Jonah Murphy\, Clara Cho\, and Cade Roberts will perform a program that includes captivating works from Nordic\, Baltic\, and Scandinavian countries\, alongside timeless masterpieces from the classical repertoire. One of the concert’s highlights will be the US premiere of Estonian composer Veljo Tormis’ Piano Variations – one of Estonia’s most important composers. Don’t miss this extraordinary event that celebrates both classical and contemporary compositions in an iconic venue.CONCERT PROGRAM:ARVO PÄRT – EstländlerFRANZ JOSEPH HAYDN – Piano Trio in G\, Hob. XV:15KAIJA SAARIAHO – Sept PapillonsPĒTERIS VASKS – Aria e danzaTÕNU KÕRVITS – LaulKAIJA SAARIAHO – MirrorsVELJO TORMIS – Piano VariationsCLAUDE DEBUSSY – Piano Trio in G\n\n\n\nOlete oodatud erilisele kammerkontserdile NY Eesti Majas 20. septembril. \n\n\n\nCade Roberts ja sõbrad mängivad muusikat Eestist\, Põhjamaadest ja mujalt! Lisateabe saamiseks külastage allolevat linki. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPiletid & Rohkem infot/Tickets & More info URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/kammerkontsert-new-yorgi-eesti-majas/ CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonian Culture,Family activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/unnamed-22.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="NY Eesti Haridusselts / NY Estonian Educational Society":MAILTO:info@estonianhousenewyork.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234940 CREATED:20240906T051421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T051506Z UID:11031-1727375400-1727380800@www.estosite.org SUMMARY: DESCRIPTION:This important film is showing at the Bryn Mawr Film Institute. EANC is a proud supporter of the making of this documentary. \n\n\n\nEight decades after the Mass Flight of 1944 from Estonia it is poignant to take a look at one of the key landing places for Estonians as they tried to rebuild their lives while holding on to their hopes\, dreams\, and culture after having fled their homeland. \n\n\n\nThe Paradox of Seabrook Farms is a new project by Helga Merits. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe history of the Seabrook family who created Seabrook Farms is similar to a  Greek tragedy of betrayal — of creating and destroying possibilities — where behind the scenes\, each with their own heart-breaking story\, a diverse community of refugees and immigrants lived and worked. \n\n\n\n‍In the 1950s Seabrook Farms was the biggest frozen food processing plant in the US and it needed farm and factory labour. The largest group of workers consisted of over 2\,000 Japanese Americans who had been interned during the first years of the Second World War and had been looking for a new place to live. After the war refugees from many countries in Europe came to Sea-brook Farms\, amongst them were some 900 Estonians and 200 Latvians. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n‍They all had lost their homes and had to start again. Working at Seabrook farms meant seven day weeks with ever changing shifts\, work that was both  physically and mentally draining. Amongst all the hardships they still found ways to keep up their cultural traditions and create new possibilities for their children.At the same time jealousy and distrust drove the Seabrook family apart. Instead of creating a future for his sons\, Mr Seabrook took it away from them. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe film sheds light on the puzzling history of the Seabrook family and their factory workers; people of different countries and cultural backgrounds who had no other place to go to. \n\n\n\nThere are strong parallels to the current political climate and the difficulties large numbers of refugees encounter to find a place to live and build up a new life for their families. URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/11031/ LOCATION:Rowan University\, 201 Mullica Hill Road\, Glassboro\, New Jersey CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonia,Estonian Culture,Family activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Seabrook_Poster_cropped.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234940 CREATED:20240906T050417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T175812Z UID:11023-1727519400-1727528400@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Film Screening: The Paradox of Seabrook Farms DESCRIPTION:This important documentary by historian Helga Merits is showing at the Bryn Mawr Film Institute. EANC is a proud supporter of this documentary. \n\n\n\nEight decades after the Mass Flight of 1944 from Estonia it is poignant to take a look at one of the key landing places for Estonians as they tried to rebuild their lives in the United States while holding on to their hopes\, dreams\, and culture after having fled their homeland. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe paradox of Seabrook Farms is a new project by Helga Merits. \n\n\n\nThe history of the Seabrook family who created Seabrook Farms is similar to a  Greek tragedy of betrayal — of creating and destroying possibilities — where behind the scenes\, each with their own heart-breaking story\, a diverse community of refugees and immigrants lived and worked. \n\n\n\n‍In the 1950s Seabrook Farms was the biggest frozen food processing plant in the US and it needed farm and factory labour. The largest group of workers consisted of over 2\,000 Japanese Americans who had been interned during the first years of the Second World War and had been looking for a new place to live. After the war refugees from many countries in Europe came to Sea-brook Farms\, amongst them were some 900 Estonians and 200 Latvians. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n‍They all had lost their homes and had to start again. Working at Seabrook farms meant seven day weeks with ever changing shifts\, work that was both  physically and mentally draining. Amongst all the hardships they still found ways to keep up their cultural traditions and create new possibilities for their children.At the same time jealousy and distrust drove the Seabrook family apart. Instead of creating a future for his sons\, Mr Seabrook took it away from them. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe film sheds light on the puzzling history of the Seabrook family and their factory workers; people of different countries and cultural backgrounds who had no other place to go to. \n\n\n\nThere are strong parallels to the current political climate and the difficulties large numbers of refugees encounter to find a place to live and build up a new life for their families. URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/film-screening-the-paradox-of-seabrook-farms/ LOCATION:Bryn Mawr Film Institute\, 824 Lancaster Ave\, Bryn Mawr\, Pennsylvania CATEGORIES:80 Years since the Mass Flight of 1944,Commemorating The Mass Flight of Refugees 1944,Community,Culture,Estonian Culture,Family activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Seabrook_Poster_cropped.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T094500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T094500 DTSTAMP:20260404T234940 CREATED:20240928T170603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T183553Z UID:11148-1727603100-1727603100@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:First Day of Estonian School @ Los Angeles Estonian House DESCRIPTION:Los Angelese Eesti Täienduskool alustab taas pühapäeval\, 29. septembril kell 9:45 hommikul Los Angelese Eesti Majas.First day of Estonian School is here!  We welcome students and their parents\, and look forward to meeting new schoolmates and friends this year! \n\n\n\nJoin us at the Los Angeles Estonian House\, 1306 West 246h Street\, Los Angeles\, CA URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/first-day-of-estonian-school-los-angeles-estonian-house/ LOCATION:Los Angeles Eesti Maja / Los Angeles Estonian House\, 1306 West 24th Street\, Los Angeles\, Los Angeles\, 90007 CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Education,Estonia,Estonian Culture,Family activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/LA-Eesti-Kool-2024.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241103T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234940 CREATED:20241001T064323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T213722Z UID:11171-1730487600-1730638800@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Estonian American Community Celebration - 1 weekend\, 3 events! DESCRIPTION:View Event \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nOur Council meets in person but once a year\, so we need to make sure we use our time wisely! True to our mission of preserving Estonian heritage\, promoting Estonian culture\, supporting the Estonian American community and standing for Estonian interests\, we invite Estos of all ages to join us! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNov. 1-2: Event for Young Estonians (18-30): \n\n\n\nMeet your peers: Find what you have in common and learn what sets you apart! Share your experiences\, interests\, ideas\, questions\, concerns\, visions about life as an Estonain American\, and let us know how EANC can best support and connect our evolving community. (RSVP at erkunoored@estosite.org.) \n\n\n\nEntry is free of charge. EANC will help offset travel costs for a limited number of young Estonians\, aged 18-30\, to join our Young Estonian Advisory Group. Meals are included in the registration\, but please purchase your Saturday evening program tickets *Student discount: $35. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nRegister for YEA here by stating your interest here \n\n\n\nPurchase tickets for Saturday Evening Community Celebration & EANC Awards Night\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNov 2: EANC Community Celebration & Awards Night \n\n\n\nYou’re ALL invited\, as we present a tribute to our heritage\, hear from distinguished speakers and musical guests\, enjoy a beautiful dinner\, and help us applaud Estonian-American community heroes who will be recognized with the 2024 EANC Awards for having dedicated so much of themselves — their time\, energy\, skills\, and resources — for our mutual cause of keeping the Estonian spirit and culture alive\, and our history and interests in the forefront in the U.S. \n\n\n\nKeynote speaker: Ambassador Kristjan Prikk. Musical performances: Isabel-Mary Roos. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBe sure to stay for the whole show as we bring on a special appearance by the Chicago Estonian School bänd \, as they warm up the crowd for the full swing celebration featuring hits by Hendrik Sal-Saller and Erko Laurimaa of the Estonian band Smilers. Our Master of Ceremonies is council member Andres Simonson. (Tickets are required to attend this event. See below.) \n\n\n\nTickets available for purchase via Eventbrite\, secure credit card purchase on our site\, by cash or check (email erku@estosite.org). \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nPurchase tickets for Saturday Evening Community Celebration & Awards Night here \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNov 3: EST-Tech Talk\, hosted by EANC. Learn how to be an informed and responsible citizen in the age of AI and innovative technologies. Estonia leads the way in innovation and technology. Learn more! (Free entry\, registration suggested.) Lunch at Chicago Estonian House is available for purchase after the EST-Tech Talk. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nRegister for EST-Tech Talk here URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/estonian-american-community-celebration-1-weekend-3-events/ LOCATION:Chicago Eesti Maja / Chicago Estonian House\, 14700 Estonian Ln\, Riverwoods\,\, Illinois\, 60015-3553 CATEGORIES:80 Years since the Mass Flight of 1944,Advocacy,Chicago,Community,Culture,Estonian Culture,Family activities,Opportunities,Security & Baltic Cooperation,Security and Baltic Cooperation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Kaleidoscope-1920-x-1080-px-3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Estonian American National Council/ Eesti Rahvuskomitee %C3%9Chendriikides":MAILTO:erku@estosite.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234940 CREATED:20241105T205301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T205304Z UID:11207-1730894400-1731844800@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:NY Baltic Film Festival 2024 DESCRIPTION:The Seventh Annual New York Baltic Film Festival (NYBFF) presented by Scandinavia House: The Nordic Center in America\, returns this November 6-17 @ Scandinavia House NYC\, and with virtual screenings across the U.S. \n\n\n\n\nPurchase tickets here \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 7th Annual New York Baltic Film Festival (NYBFF) presented by Scandinavia House: The Nordic Center in America is back November 6-17\, 2024\, with a mix of in-person and virtual screenings of the best new films from the Baltic region. From November 6-10\, festival-goers can enjoy screenings and events at Scandinavia House in New York. For those across the U.S.\, virtual screenings of six of the films will be available to viewers from November 9–17. Screenings will be accompanied by a range of in-person film talks with directors\, producers and actors; details will be released in the coming weeks. All in-person evenings will be followed by receptions. The full fall program lineup has now been announced. The festival kicks off on Wednesday\, November 6 at 6:30 PM with the U.S. premiere of Life and Love (dir. Helen Takkin\, Estonia\, 2024). Set during the Great Depression in 1933\, this compelling drama follows Irma\, a young woman who leaves her rural home to pursue a writing career in the city. There\, she is pulled into a toxic relationship with her boss at a local print shop\, and as political tensions rise\, Irma realizes that love and ambition come at a steep cost. On Thursday\, November 7 at 7 PM\, the documentary The Mammoth Hunt revisits 1968 Lithuania\, where theater director Jonas Jurasas directs a popular and thinly veiled anti-Soviet production titled “The Mammoth Hunt.” When word gets back to Moscow\, he flees to the U.S.\, while the play’s cast stages a final act of defiance. Director Aistė Stonytė tracks down recollections from its surviving participants. Screenings on Friday\, November 8 include the North American Premiere of A Postcard From Rome (dir. Elza Gauja\, Latvia\, 2024) at 6 PM. In this gentle love story\, Latvian couple Ernests and Alvīne use a lottery scheme to fulfill their lifelong dream of traveling to Rome. As they embark on their holiday\, it becomes clear that Alvīne’s Alzheimer’s disease is rapidly progressing. At 8:15 PM\, director Marko Raat‘s 8 Views of Lake Biwa\, Estonia’s contender for Best International Feature at this year’s Academy Awards\, is a poetic fairy tale set in an Estonian fishing village. In the wake of a recent tragedy\, two teenage girls watch ships sail to Kyoto\, while villagers create erotic art and engage in spiritual spells; hailed as “one of the most unique films of the year” (Cineuropa).Saturday\, November 9 begins with a re-screening of Life and Love at 12 PM. At 3 PM\, a program of Baltic Shorts will screen six short films\, with two from each of the Baltic countries including live-action\, animation and stop motion\, including Ootid (U.S. Premiere); On Weary Wings Go By (NY Premiere); The One Who Knows (U.S. Premiere); and others. Making its North American Premiere at 5 PM\, Maria’s Silence (dir. Davis Simanis\, Latvia\, 2024) is a powerful historical drama about Maria Leiko\, a famous silent-film actress forced to abandon her career to join Skatuve\, the Latvian State Theater in Moscow\, where she was manipulated amid purges of political enemies; a film “rich in historical references and complex visual poeticism” (Cineuropa).At 7:30 PM\, director Saulė Bliuvaitė‘s gritty coming-of-age drama Toxic makes its New York Premiere. Dreaming of escape from the bleakness of their rural Lithuanian hometown\, two young teens form a unique bond at a modeling school\, where they are pushed to violate their bodies in increasingly extreme ways; “impressively tough-minded…with glimmers of tenderness and humor (Variety) and “gritty and keenly observed” (Screendaily). Sunday screenings begin at 2 PM with Parade (Paradas\, dir. Titas Laucius\, Lithuania\, 2022)\, a Baltic comedy following a former couple’s decision to finalize their divorce through Catholic Court — with unexpected consequences; “a cracking comedy” (Screen International). At 4:15 PM\, the Estonian documentary Kelly — Someone Else’s Dream explores the dark side of competitive sports with the story of freestyle skier Kelly Sildaru\, who shot to fame as an X-Games gold medalist at the age of 13 but was later revealed to have been abused; “an uplifting message of hope and empowerment” (Cineuropa). The in-person portion of the festival wraps up at 7 PM with the NYC premiere of Flow (dir. Gints Zilbalodis\, Latvia/France/Belgium\, 2024). This visually stunning animated adventure follows a brave cat who\, after a devastating flood\, teams up with a capybara\, lemur\, bird\, and dog to survive. Praised as “one of the most moving animated films in recent memory” (IndieWire) and “a joy to experience…a deeply affecting story” (THR)\, Flow is Latvia’s official entry for Best Animated Feature at the 97th Academy Awards. For program updates\, please subscribe to the festival newsletter at balticfilmfestival.com and Scandinavia House newsletter at scandinaviahouse.org. Stay in the loop by following NYBFF on Instagram and Facebook.ABOUT THE NEW YORK BALTIC FILM FESTIVAL \n\n\n\nEstablished in 2018\, the New York Baltic Film Festival is presented and organized by Scandinavia House in collaboration with the Embassy of Estonia\, Consulate General of Lithuania\, and Permanent Mission of Latvia to the United Nations in New York. Financial support for the festival comes from the Estonian Film Institute\, National Film Center of Latvia\, and Lithuanian Film Center\, with additional sponsorship by the American-Scandinavian Foundation\, American Latvian Association\, Edhard Corporation\, Estonian Ministry of Culture\, Estonian American National Council (EKRÜ)\, Honorary Consulate General of Latvia in New York\, Investment and Development Agency of Latvia\, Sondra Litvatytė\, Narbutas and Baltic Film\, Media and Arts School at Tallinn University. \n\n\n\nIn-person @ Scandinavia House\, NYC & streaming @ home across U.S.\n\n\n\nFilm Line-Up now available and Box Office is open.\n\n\n\nWatch the new trailer here !\n\n\n\nStay tuned to festival updates: sign up for NYBB email alerts here. URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/ny-baltic-film-festival-2024/ CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonian Culture,Family activities,Latvia,Lithuania,Security and Baltic Cooperation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/NYBFF-2024.gif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234940 CREATED:20241113T191328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T191609Z UID:11213-1731520800-1731529800@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:"Art After Work" Night: Nordic & Baltic Artists of New York DESCRIPTION:Dear Nordic or Baltic cultural leader in New York\, \n\n\n\nNordic Artists of New York (NANY) is a one-of-a-kind creative community with the mission to unite\, elevate and inspire Nordic and Baltic art and cultural networks in New York\, and grow connection\, collaboration\, shared resources and work opportunities between artists and art organizations.  \n\n\n\nAll of this begins by bringing Nordic & Baltic cultural leaders and influencers\, such as yourself\, under one roof to get to know each other and us\, share thoughts and experiences of our shared cultural scene in NYC\, and enjoy a night of excellent Nordic and Baltic live music at an exceptional historical venue: the New York Estonian House. \n\n\n\nMore info and RSVP: https://forms.gle/9611aeJ25yYNQxMXA \n\n\n\nEvent Timing: November 13th 2024\, 6-8 PMEvent Address: Estonian House\, 243 East 34th Street New York\, NY 10016Contact us at nordicartistsofnewyork@gmail.com URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/nordic-baltic-artists-of-new-york-night/ CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonian Culture,Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Art-After-work.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234940 CREATED:20241114T192250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T192254Z UID:11226-1731848400-1731855600@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Sunday Matinee at the Lakewood Estonian House DESCRIPTION:The Lakewood Estonian Association invites members to the Eesti Maja for a Sunday matinee\, showing the Estonian comedy “Suvitajad.” The film is based on the book of the same name\, authored by Juhan Smuul. \n\n\n\nNot a member of the Lakewood Estonian Association yet? No problem! Reach out: lakewoodestonianhouse@gmail.com \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKalur Ärni on otsustanud nigela kalasaagi tõttu jaaniajaks suvitajad võtta. Plaan pole ju paha\, kuid tema kaunisse Muhumaa tallu saabuvad ülimalt tülikad külalised: proua Sohvia\, tema abikaasa Johan\, nende poeg Juunior ja Sohvia kaunitarist õde Erna koos oma ärimehest kavaleri Ivoga. Juba esimesel pilgul on selge\, et Ärnil ja tema naisel Lainel läheb suvitajatega väga keeruliseks. Pealinnast tulnud suvitajad pakatavad tähtsusest ja nõuavad erikohtlemist\, samas on nende klantsi pealispinna all piinlikke saladusi\, mis tüli käigus avanema hakkavad. Linnarahva jagelustesse tõmmatud maarahvas avastab nüüd ka oma elus üllatavaid kitsaskohti. Naljakate segaduste ja intriigide saatel minnakse vastu jaaniööle ning koos võimsa lõkkega sütivad peoplatsil ka viimseni pingule timmitud kired. \n\n\n\nSmuuli jutustuse ainetel kirjutas stsenaariumi Martin Algus ja filmi režissööriks on Ergo Kuld. Komöödia “Suvitajad” on “Talve”\, “Soo” ja “Jahihooaja” taga seisva meeskonna kõige värskem linateos. \n\n\n\nKohvik ja baar avatudVabatahtlik annetus URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/sunday-matinee-at-the-lakewood-estonian-house/ LOCATION:Lakewood Estonian House/ Lakewoodi Eesti Maja\, 4 Cross Street & E Veterans Hwy\, Jackson\, Connecticut\, United States CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Education,Estonian Culture,Family activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/suvitajad.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250102T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T234940 CREATED:20250102T051300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T033625Z UID:11308-1735776000-1743551999@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Call for Candidates: Nominations being accepted for the EANC Henrik Visnapuu Award DESCRIPTION:foto: galerii.kirmus.ee\n\n\n\n\nCandidate nominations to the EANC Henrik Visnapuu Award for Literature and Culture will be accepted from January 2 – April 1. This prestigious award recognizes an outstanding work\, research\, or lifetime achievement. The Estonian American National Council (EANC) gives out this award with our Estonian partners\, the Estonian Writers’ Union and the municipality of Luunja. \n\n\n\nThis year\, we invite nominations for two awards: one honoring a distinguished lifetime contribution and the other celebrating an exceptional cultural achievement by someone newer to their field. The EANC Henrik Visnapuu award recognizes works on Estonian themes—published in Estonian or other languages—in the fields of literature\, music\, theater\, art\, or historical research. Eligible works must have been published or presented in the past two years (2023–2024) either abroad or in Estonia\, with preference given to works by or about the Estonian diaspora and works that promote Estonian culture and history globally. The works do not have to be in the Estonian language\, although it is encouraged. Nominations can be based on a single work\, a series of works\, or a significant and impactful lifetime contribution. \n\n\n\nCandidate nominations can be submitted by individuals or organizations from Estonia\, the United States\, or other countries. \n\n\n\nSubmissions should be sent to the Chair of the EANC Visnapuu Award Committee\, Sirje Kiin\, at sirjekiin@hotmail.com\, or submitted using the online candidate nomination form below. The submission deadline is April 1\, 2025. \n\n\n\nYou may also contact us via email: erku@estosite.org . \n\n\n\n\nFull press release in Estonian\n\n\n\nFull press release in English\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nSubmit candidate nomination online\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nDownload the candidate nomination form\n\n\n\n\nPlease send the completed form and relevant attachments to our committee chair\, sirjekiin@hotmail.com \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nMore information about this award & history is available here. URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/candidate-nominations-being-accepted-for-the-eanc-henrik-visnapuu-award/ CATEGORIES:Estonian Culture,Opportunities,Poetry ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/visnapuu.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T134000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234940 CREATED:20250201T013605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250201T013758Z UID:11467-1740222000-1740231600@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Film Screening @ NY Estonian House: Paradox of Seabrook Farms DESCRIPTION:A special film screening of the documentary film “The Paradox of Seabrook Farms” by Merits Productions\, hosted at the New York Estonian House. This is an excellent overview and look into the times\, culture\, joys and struggles experienced at Seabrook Farms\, a place that many of us recognize as a hub of Estonian immigrants folowing the Mass Flight of 1944. \n\n\n\nEANC is a proud supporter of this and other films by historian and filmmaker Helga Merits. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nArrive for the matinee\, enjoy a discussion and Q&A with the director\, and stay for the following celebration of the 107th anniversary of the Republic of Estonia (Eesti Vabariigi 107. aastapäev)! \n\n\n\nEnjoy the day at the New York Estonian House\, celebrating Estonian history and community. \n\n\n\n11:45 – 1:15pm Documentary viewing1:15 – 1:40pm Q&A with director Helga Merits \n\n\n\nFilm Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5fmaFK4j81k&t=48s \n\n\n\nFilm info: https://www.meritsproductions.com/…/the-paradox-of… \n\n\n\nThe Paradox of Seabrook Farms\, 1 hr 30 minutes. \n\n\n\nThe history of the Seabrook family who created Seabrook Farms is similar to a Greek tragedy of betrayal — of creating and destroying possibilities — where behind the scenes\, each with their own heart-breaking story\, a diverse community of refugees and immigrants lived and worked.‍In the 1950s Seabrook Farms was the biggest frozen food processing plant in the US and it needed farm and factory labor. The largest group of workers consisted of over 2\,000 Japanese Americans who had been interned during the first years of the Second World War and had been looking for a new place to live. After the war refugees from many countries in Europe came to Sea-brook Farms\, amongst them were some 900 Estonians and 200 Latvians.‍They all had lost their homes and had to start again. Working at Seabrook farms meant seven day weeks with ever changing shifts\, work that was both physically and mentally draining. Amongst all the hardships they still found ways to keep up their cultural traditions and create new possibilities for their children.At the same time jealousy and distrust drove the Seabrook family apart. Instead of creating a future for his sons\, Mr Seabrook took it away from them. \n\n\n\nThe film sheds light on the puzzling history of the Seabrook family and their factory workers; people of different countries and cultural backgrounds who had no other place to go to. \n\n\n\nSeabrooki farmi asutajate perekonna ajalugu meenutab Kreeka tragöödiat. Selles on reetmist\, võimaluste loomist ja hävitamist. Samal ajal jagasid pagulastest ja sisserändajatest Seabrooki töötajad ühist südantlõhestavat lugu. 1950. aastatel oli Seabrooki farm suurim külmutatud toidu töötlemisettevõte Ameerikas. Edukaks toimimiseks tuli kasutada põllumajandus- ja tehase tööjõudu. Suurim tööjõugrupp koosnes üle 2000 Jaapani ameeriklasest\, kes olid teise maailmasõja algusaastatel Ameerikasse intergreerunud. Pärast sõda tulid Seabrooki taludesse tööle pagulased mujaltki\, paljud Euroopast. Nende hulgas oli umbes 900 eestlast ja 200 lätlast. Nad olid kõik kaotanud oma kodud ja pidid oma elu taas nullist üles ehitama hakkama. Töö Seabrooki taludes toimus seitse päeva nädalas\, mis oli nii füüsiliselt kui vaimselt kurnav. Kõigi raskuste keskel leiti siiski viise\, kuidas hoida oma kultuurilisi traditsioone ja luua järeltulijatele uusi võimalusi. Kadedus ja usalduse puudumine aga süvenes ja viis Seabrooki perekonna lõpuks lahku. Selle asemel\, et oma poegadele parem tulevik rajada\, otsustas härr Seabrook hoopis selle neilt röövida. Film heidab valgust Seabrooki perekonna ja nende tehase töötajate mõistatuslikule ajaloole – erinevatest riikidest ja kultuuridest pärit inimestele\, kelle jaoks Seabrooki farm oli ainus lootusekiir. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHelga Merits is a documentary filmmaker with Estonian roots living in Holland. After completing a successful study of philosophy at the University of Amsterdam\, she went on to work as a newspaper and radio journalist in Holland and Belgium. It was during this period that the idea of making documentaries began to grow; image and sound\, as well as words\, were to influence her work from then on. \n\n\n\nHelga Merits: “In the end\, this is what it’s all about: to convey the story and make people enthusiastic\, hopeful and give them inspiration.” (Eesti Elu\, 21 October 2017) URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/film-screening-ny-estonian-house-paradox-of-seabrook-farms/ LOCATION:New Yorgi Eesti Maja /New York Estonian House\, 243 East 34th Street\, New York City\, New York\, 10016 CATEGORIES:80 Years since the Mass Flight of 1944,Community,Culture,Estonia,Estonian Culture,Estonian Independence Day,Family activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025-Seabrooks-Farms-NYEM-Feb-22.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234940 CREATED:20250221T165500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T050031Z UID:11720-1740225600-1740236400@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Estonian Independence Day celebration - Cleveland\, Ohio DESCRIPTION:Please join with the Cleveland Area Estonians to commemorate the 107th anniversary of Estonia’s Declaration of Independence. Der Braumeister Restaurant will once again host and cater this event. Dinner cost will be $25/person. \n\n\n\nat Der Braumeister Restaurant \n\n\n\n13046 Lorain Ave.\, Cleveland\, OH 44111 \n\n\n\nRSVP to 440-539-8611\, toomast1910@gmail.com \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP so I can give the restaurant a head count. They need to set the room up appropriately and make sure they have sufficient staff to make our event a success. URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/estonian-independence-day-celebration-cleveland-ohio/ LOCATION:Der Braumeister Restaurant\, 13046 Loraine Ave.\, Cleveland\, Ohio\, 44111\, United States CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonia,Estonian Culture,Estonian Independence Day,Family activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/a-flag.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234940 CREATED:20250205T041737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T041740Z UID:11504-1740229200-1740229200@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Estonian Independence Day Celebration - Chicago DESCRIPTION:107. Vabariigi aastapäeva tähistamine Chicago Eesti Majas \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAktuse ja pidulik õhtusöök. \n\n\n\nTantsuks ansambel “Super Stereo”(Toomas Krall ja Renel Sikk Eestist). Rohkem infot peatselt! URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/estonian-independence-day-celebration-chicago/ LOCATION:Chicago Eesti Maja / Chicago Estonian House\, 14700 Estonian Ln\, Riverwoods\,\, Illinois\, 60015-3553 CATEGORIES:Chicago,Community,Culture,Estonia,Estonian Culture,Estonian Independence Day,Family activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/chicago-ev107.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234940 CREATED:20250211T135021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T135237Z UID:11535-1740240000-1740254400@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Estonian Independence Day Celebration & Auction - San Francisco DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the anniversary of Estonian independence with us in San Francisco on Saturday\, February 22!Featured guest speaker: Dr. Anna-Maria Osula\, cyber and economic counselor to the Estonian Embassy in Washington • Music from violinist Hains Tooming and the San Francisco Estonian Choir • Silent auction of Estonian Californian art • Reception and champagne toast Laupäeval 22. veebruaril\, 4 PM | Saturday\, February 22 at 4 PMLatvian Hall\, 425 Hoffman Ave.\, San FranciscoTickets at the linkFEATURED GUEST SPEAKER: Dr. Anna-Maria Osula\, cyber and economic counselor to the Estonian Embassy in Washington. In remarks titled “Tech Talk: perspectives on Estonian innovation in cyber security and AI\,” Dr. Osula will touch on opportunities and risks in the newest technologies\, as well as on the current geopolitical environment\, and on Estonian Embassy operations\, post-closure of the consulates this past year.SILENT AUCTION: Estonian artist and architect Raul Paabo drew his inspiration from California landscapes for over 50 years\, beginning with trips to the High Sierra in the 1950s and 1960s. The Estonian Society is honored to present a silent auction of 15 of his exquisite watercolors and acrylics\, that reflect the natural beauty of our state and its beloved places. Raul said of his work\, “My paintings reflect freedom of form without being tied down to a preconceived idea and subject.” Look for an auction preview soon!“Summer in Hopland” and “In Armstrong Woods” by Raul PaaboVIOLINIST HAINS TOOMING will provide musical entertainment with a selection of Estonian folk tunes. SAN FRANCISCO ESTONIAN COMMUNITY CHOIR\, newly accepted to this summer’s Laulupidu in Tallinn\, will perform pieces they are preparing for the song festival. Reception follows – join us for appetizers to please Estonian tastes\, a champagne toast\, and socializing. TICKETS – SUGGESTED DONATION $35 in advance /$40 at the door (suggested donation). Suggested price rises on 2/21. Under 18 free. This year\, all tickets include individual membership to the Estonian Society for the year of 2025. We thank you for your support! URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/ev107-celebration-auction-sf/ LOCATION:Latvian Hall\, 425 Hoffman Ave\, San Francisco\, California\, United States CATEGORIES:Estonian Culture,Estonian Independence Day,Family activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/sf-estonians-by-the-bay-flag.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234941 CREATED:20250211T162046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T162129Z UID:11554-1740315600-1740330000@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Estonian Independence Day Celebration - Lakewood\, NJ DESCRIPTION:Dear members and friends of Lakewood Estononina Association\, \n\n\n\nAll are welcome to the Lakewood Estonian House to celebrate the 107th anniversary of Estonian independence. \n\n\n\n Sunday\, February 23rd\, 2025.Doors open  @1pm. at Lakewood Estonian House. Program starts @2 pm. \n\n\n\nProgram \n\n\n\nSpecial guest Aari Lemmik – Press and Cultural affairs\, Embassy of Estonia in Washington D.C \n\n\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\n\nSilver Laur – Social Studies teacher at Piscataway Magnet School\, Rutgers University graduate  \n\n\n\nAndres Simonson – Member of LEA and EANC \n\n\n\nIvan Kavoleff – vicar  \n\n\n\nPerformances by \n\n\n\nEstonian school students accompanied by Luule Prima  \n\n\n\nMaria Star -Zumpano on piano \n\n\n\nÜlle Bucholz -vocalist and on guitar  \n\n\n\nAdmission members $15 non members $20 dinner $20  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nKallid LEÜ liikmed ja sõbrad\, \n\n\n\nKutsume Teid tähistama Eesti Vabariigi 107. aastapäeva\, pühapäeval \, 23 veebruaril 2025 \, Lakewoodi Eesti Maja uksed avatakse kell 1 pl. \n\n\n\nAktuse algus kell 2 pl. \n\n\n\nEesti Vabariiki esindab Washingtoni Eesti Suursaatkonna pressi- ja kultuurinõunik Aari Lemmik \n\n\n\nPeakõneleja – Silver Laur-  Piscataway Magnet School ajalooõpetaja  ja Rutgersi Ùlikooli lõpetanu   \n\n\n\nKõneleja Andres Simonson – LEÜ ja ERKÜ liige \n\n\n\nPalvus – Vikaar Ivan Kavoleff  \n\n\n\nEsinevad Eesti kooli lapsed\, Luule Prima\, ja Maria Star-Zumpano klaveril  \n\n\n\nSolist Ülle Bucholz kitarril  \n\n\n\nSissepääs liikmetele $15\, mitteliikmetele $20. Õhtusöök $20 URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/ev107-celebration-lakewood-2025j/ LOCATION:Lakewood Estonian House / Lakewoodi Eesti Maja\, 4 Cross Street & E Veterans Hwy\, Jackson\, New Jersey\, 08527\, United States CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonian Culture,Estonian Independence Day,Family activities,Government of Estonia ORGANIZER;CN="Lakewood Estonian Association - Lakewoodi Eesti %C3%9Ching":MAILTO:lakewoodestonianhouse@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234941 CREATED:20250205T014525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T014528Z UID:11479-1740326400-1740340800@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Estonian Independence Day Celebration - Los Angeles DESCRIPTION:Social Hour: 1 p.m.  \n\n\n\nProgram: 2 p.m.  \n\n\n\nThe Program will be followed by early dinner and a special performance of My Immigrant Story\, a monologue by Finnish performer Miska Kajanus. \n\n\n\nRead more about the event program\, tickets\, and My Immigrant Story below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou are cordially invited to celebrate the 107th Anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of EstoniaFeatured speaker: Estonia’s Consul to the United States Tarmo PunnikMr. Punnik has served as Estonia’s Consul to the United States since August 2024.  Before assuming his current duties\, he has served Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs for almost 30 years.Mr. Punnik holds a  a Bachelor’s degree in electronic engineering from the Tallinn University of Technology.It’s time to renew your Estonian Society of Los Angeles  annual membership :Individual $ 25Family $ 40Retired : $20Retired Couple $35Buy tickets and renew your membership online : www.eestiselts.com\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMy Immigrant StoryBy Miska KajanusPhoto: instagram.com/miskakajanus/Get ready for a night filled with humor\, heart\, and unforgettable stories!What to Expect?Brace yourself for an evening of fun as Miska Kajanus steps into the spotlight in “My Immigrant Story.” This hilarious and heartwarming comedic monologue unravels Miska’s extraordinary journey from a quaint town in Finland to the vibrant tapestry of America.Miska’s adventure began at the tender age of eight when he first set foot in the United States. Returning to Finland\, Miska\, undeterred by challenges\, followed his passion for theatre\, as told in “My Immigrant Story.” Amidst the comedic chaos\, Miska shares anecdotes from his many and varied roles in the entertainment business.Join us for an evening of laughter and discovery as Miska Kajanus brings his unique experience to life. “My Immigrant Story” is not just a comedy – it’s a celebration of fortitude\, dreams\, and the boundless power of laughter to bridge cultures and create a shared space of joy.Please join us to celebrate  “My Immigrant Story” by Miska Kajanus.Note: The show will be in English\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLos Angelese Eesti Selts kutsub Teid tähistama Eesti Vabariigi 107. aastapäeva.Pidulik koosviibimine toimub pühapäeval\, 23. veebruaril 2025 kell 2 p.m. Los Angelese Eesti MajasAktusele eelneb Happy Hour\, algusega kell 1 p.m.Ametlikult programmile järgneb lõunasöök.Söögile järgneb meie Soome hõimuvenna Miska Kajanuse etendus “My Immigrant Story”. Aktuse peakõneleja on Eesti Vabariigi konsul Ameerika Ühendriikides Tarmo Punnik\, lisaks esinevad Los Angelese eestlased.Piletid kuni 22. veebruarini Los Angelese Seltsi liikmetele $ 25\, külalistele $30Kohapeal Los Angelese Eesti Seltsi liikmetele  $30\, külalistele $40Aeg on ka uuendada Los Angelese Eesti Seltsi  liikmelisust.Individuaalne $ 25Pere $ 40Pensionär: $20Pensionär Perekond $35Osta pilet ja uuenda oma liikmelisus onlines : www.eestiselts.com URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/estonian-independence-day-celebration-los-angeles/ LOCATION:Los Angeles Eesti Maja / Los Angeles Estonian House\, 1306 West 24th Street\, Los Angeles\, Los Angeles\, 90007 CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonian Culture,Estonian Independence Day ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Los-Angeles-Eesti-SElts-EV-ad-feat.-child-and-flag-foto.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250224T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250224T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T234941 CREATED:20250122T064028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T213355Z UID:11419-1740355200-1740441599@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:EV 107! Estonian Independence Day DESCRIPTION:Eesti Vabariigi Aastapäev! ELAGU EESTI! \n\n\n\nRead EANC’s Estonain Independence Day Greeting here. \n\n\n\nPhoto: Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs \n\n\n\n\nThe 107th Anniversary of the Republic of Estonia. \n\n\n\n\nWatch live!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin in the celebrations! \n\n\n\nThe flag-raising ceremony is at 7:30 a.m. Estonia time (12:30 am Eastern). Eesti Rahvusringhääling (Estonian public broadcasting) presents a day of celebratory events and coverage: Watch the main events: the Flag Raising ceremony at Toompea\, the military parade\, and President´s reception\, concert and more! A day to embrace! (full schedule below) \n\n\n\nEstonia — Estonia is a place for independent minds \n\n\n\nHow do Estonians celebrate Independence Day?\n\n\n\nEach year\, February 24th is marked by fireworks\, concerts\, a parade of the Defense Forces\, and a presidential reception. Families come from all over to admire military units and listen to the orchestras of the Estonian Defense Forces\, Police and Border Guard\, and the United States Air Force. Following the parade\, the Estonian president usually gives a televised speech and bestows state decorations to guests of honor at a national reception. Most events are also broadcast on TV throughout the day. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nHere’s the typical schedule for Independence Day celebrations on February 24th:\n\n\n\n\nThe day begins with a flag-raising ceremony early in the morning. The ceremonial hoisting of the national flag at the Pikk Hermann Tower is open to the public.\n\n\n\nThe parade of the Defense Forces usually takes place in Tallinn’s Freedom Square.\n\n\n\nThe president hosts a public reception and gala concert at the Estonian Theater and Concert Hall.\n\n\n\n\nThere may also be events in support of Ukraine this year\, as February 24th also marks the third anniversary of Russia’s war of aggression. \n\n\n\nSource: visitestonia.com \n\n\n\nETV saatejuhid vabariigi aastapäeval: Andres Kuusk\, Taavi Eilat\, Anu Välba\, Marko Reikop Autor/allikas: Ken Mürk/ERR\n\n\n\n24. veebruari sündmustest saab läbi päeva otsepildis osa nii ETV\, ETV2\, ETV+ kui ka ERR-i portaali ja Jupiteri vahendusel. \n\n\n\nAastapäeva ülekanded 24.02\n\n\n\n7.30 Pidulik riigilipu heiskamineETV\, ETV2 (viipekeeles)\, ETV+\, Vikerraadio\, Raadio 4\, ERR.ee portaal \n\n\n\nKuberneri aias toimuval sündmusel peab kõne riigikogu esimees Lauri Hussar. Õnnistussõnad ütleb Eesti Evangeelse Luterliku Kiriku peapiiskop Urmas Viilma. ETV-s on saatejuht Taavi Eilat. \n\n\n\n9.00 Pärgade asetamine Vabadussõja võidusamba jalamileETV\, ETV+\, ERR.ee \n\n\n\nTseremoonial Tallinnas Vabaduse väljakul esineb kõnega peaminister Kristen Michal. Sündmust kommenteerib ETV-s Andres Kuusk. \n\n\n\n10.15 Oikumeeniline jumalateenistus Tallinna Piiskoplikus ToomkirikusETV\, ERR.ee \n\n\n\nOikumeenilisel jumalateenistusel Tallinna Piiskoplikus Toomkirikus teenib EELK peapiiskop Urmas Viilma. \n\n\n\n11.50 Kaitseväe paraad Vabaduse väljakulETV\, ETV+\, ERR.ee \n\n\n\nParaadi võtab vastu president Alar Karis ja paraadi juhatab kindralmajor Andrus Merilo. Sündmust kommenteerivad ETV-s Andres Kuusk ja kolonelleitnant Toomas Väli. \n\n\n\nKaitseväe paraad Vabaduse väljakul. Autor/allikas: Ken Mürk/ERR\n\n\n\n15.45 Eesti tänab 2025. Riiklike teenetemärkide üleandmineETV\, ERR.ee\, ETV+ (kell 15) \n\n\n\nVabariigi aastapäeva eel\, 22. veebruaril\, tunnustab president Alar Karis riiklike teenetemärkidega inimesi\, kelle pühendumus kutsetööle või kogukondlikule tegevusele on oluline osa Eesti tugevuse ja hakkamasaamise loos. \n\n\n\n17.30 ja 19.10 ning 21.20 Vabariigi aastapäeva peoõhtu EstoniasETV\, ERR.ee \n\n\n\nAastapäev kulmineerub peoõhtuga Estonias\, kuhu on kutsutud ligi 800 külalist. Tervitustseremoonia toimub ikka valges saalis ja meeleolukas koosviibimine jätkub kontserdisaalis sõjaväeorkestri ja solistide esituste saatel. Külalistega vestlevad Anu Välba ja Marko Reikop. \n\n\n\nETV+ alustab “Piduliku stuudioga” kell 17.30 ning jätkab kell 19.10 ja 20.15 \n\n\n\n18.00 President Alar Karise kõneETV\, ETV2 (viipekeeles)\, ETV+\, Vikerraadio\, Klassikaraadio\, Raadio 4\, ERR.ee \n\n\n\n18.35 Vabariigi aastapäeva kontsertETV\, ETV2 (viipekeeles)\, ETV+\, Vikerraadio\, Klassikaraadio\, ERR.ee \n\n\n\nAastapäeva kontserdi lavastaja on Elmo Nüganen ja muusikajuht dirigent Tõnu Kaljuste. Kontsert on valitaval kanalil kirjeldustõlkega. \n\n\n\nETV tele-esilinastused\n\n\n\n13.10 Teatrietendus “Orzel. Laidoneri ööd” \n\n\n\nTeater Nuutrumi etendus “Orzel. Laidoneri ööd” heidab pilgu Eesti Vabariigi Sõjavägede ülemjuhataja Johan Laidoneri ja tema poolatarist abikaasa Maria elutuppa septembris 1939. Ülemjuhataja päevad ja ööd on täis ärevust\, Euroopa on sõjas\, Saksamaa ja Venemaa on sõlminud mittekallaletungipakti ning ootamatult saabub Tallinna reidile Poola allveelaev Orzel. \n\n\n\nNäidendi autor on Loone Ots\, näitlejad Peeter Tammearu ja Liina Tennosaar\, lavastaja Jaanus Nuutre ning režissöör Eva Katariina Taimre. \n\n\n\n“Elu ja armastus” Autor/allikas: Kaader filmist\n\n\n\n22.00 Mängufilm “Elu ja armastus” \n\n\n\n1933. aasta kuumal suvel tuleb sisukamast elust unistav noor Irma maalt linna sugulase Lonni juurde. Juhuse tahtel palkab keskealine trükitööstur Rudolf Irma endale teenijaks. Rudolfi sarm ja salapära paeluvad Irmat ja ootamatult tärganud tunded ei lase tal ühel hetkel enam mehe lähenemiskatseid tõrjuda. Ehkki Rudolf vannub Irmale armastust\, paljastub peagi edeva mehe liiderlik ja manipuleeriv pale. \n\n\n\nA. H. Tammsaare samanimelisel romaanil põhineva mängufilmi režissöör on Helen Takkin. Osades Karolin Jürise\, Mait Malmsten\, Loviise Kapper\, Ursel Tilk. \n\n\n\nETV2 filmiprogramm\n\n\n\nETV2 on kavasse lisanud mitmeid uusi dokumentaal- ja animafilme. 24. veebruari õhtune kava hoiab meeles Ukrainas toimuvat. \n\n\n\n11.20 Dokfilm “Omariikluse katkematu punane lõng” \n\n\n\nRahvusväeosade looja\, eestlaste esimese parlamendi esimees\, riigivanem ja eksiilvalitsuse juht August Rei oli kõigi Eesti omariiklusele oluliste sündmuste keskmes ent ometi on jäänud suure riigimehena Pätsi ja Laidoneri varju. August Rei (1886–1963) elutööd ja isiksust tutvustab temaga nooruses isiklikult lävinud väliseesti kirjanik ja arst Enn Nõu. \n\n\n\n13.00 Animafilm “Taaskohtumine” \n\n\n\nRežissöör Ülo Pikkovi film ühest saarest ja ühest vanast naisest\, keda saatus on uhtunud oma kodusaarest väga kaugele. Tulles lõpuks tagasi koju\, elavad aga tema majas juba ammu teised inimesed. Animatsioonfilm on loodud Ruhnu saarelt pärit leidobjektidest ning see räägib saare traagilisest ajaloost\, kus kõik elanikud lahkusid 1944. aasta sõjakeerises oma kodust ja kui aastakümneid hiljem avanes neil võimalus taas kodusaart külastada\, elasid seal juba uued inimesed. \n\n\n\n20.20 Dokfilm “Mille Sina võtaksid?” \n\n\n\nKodu. Sinu kodu. Sinu ruum. Sinu mälestused. Sinu asjad. Üks silmapilk ja see kõik on kadunud. Ukraina sõjapõgenike fotoportreedest koosneva kunstinäituse tarbeks valminud intervjuude kollaažis räägivad oma sõjakogemustest Igor Mariupolist\, Nina Hmelnõtskõist\, Natalija Donetskist\, Sofija Harkivist\, Juri Prõbirskist\, Mariana Lvivist\, Tata Zaporižžjast\, Ann Kiievist\, Viktor Mariupolist\, Amet Bahtšisaraist\, Dmitri Donetskist ja Petro Kiievist. \n\n\n\n“Vastupanuteade” Autor/allikas: Kaader filmist\n\n\n\n20.45 Dokfilm “Berliin. Lootuse vaksal” \n\n\n\nIga raudteejaam on kui uks uude ellu\, aga seekord oli Berliini keskvaksal selleks ukseks paljudele Ukraina põgenikele. See on lugu sõjapagulastest\, kelle maailm pole enam kunagi endine. Näeme tegutsemas Saksa vabatahtlikke ja kuuleme Ukrainast lahkuma sunnitud inimeste lugusid. Nad kõik jõudsid rongiga Berliini. \n\n\n\n21.30 Dokfilm “Vastupanuteade” \n\n\n\nVenemaa pidevate rünnakute tõttu on Harkivi Riiklik Akadeemiline Ooperi- ja Balletiteater olnud juba pikalt suletud. Ometi jätkuvad selleski linnas kontserdid\, esinemised\, haridus- ja kultuurielu\, olgu siis parklates või pommivarjendites. Kaks artisti on otsustanud ka teatrihoonesse elu tagasi tuua. \n\n\n\nVikerraadio\n\n\n\n22.02 kell 12.05 “Kajalood” \n\n\n\nVabariigi aastapäeva eel on Kaja Kärneril külas presidendi abikaasa Sirje Karis\, kelle ametikohustuste hulka kuuluvad mitmesugused esindusvisiidid nii Eestis kui ka välismaal. SOS lastekülade\, sünnitusmaja fondi\, laste ja noorte annete arendamise patrooni Sirje Karise südamemure on Eesti laste kõrval ka Ukraina lapsed\, kelle vene võim on okupeeritud aladelt röövinud ja küüditanud. Ukraina presidendi abikaasa Olena Zelenska kõrval on Karis üks nende laste eestkõnelejaid ÜRO kõnetoolis ja maailmas. Saates räägib ta laste ja noorte vaimses tervise turgutamisest\, aga ka enda lapsepõlvest ja kooliajast ning oma kolmest lapsest. \n\n\n\nKajalood. Sirje Karis Autor/allikas: Ken Mürk/ERR\n\n\n\n22.02 kell 13.05 “Eesti lugu” \n\n\n\nAjaloosarja “Eesti lugu” 20 lugu ilmusid äsja raamatus “Eesti lugu”. Eetrisse jõuab raamatuesitlusel salvestatud saade\, kus Tartu Ülikooli arheoloog Ain Mäesalu\, Toronto Ülikooli emeriitprofessor Jüri Kivimäe ja Tallinna Linnaarhiivi peaspetsialist Triin Kröönström kõnelesid sellest\, mida eestlane on oma mitme tuhande aasta pikkuse loo jooksul oma elust mõelda võinud ja kuidas maailma näinud. Külalistega vestles saatesarja ja raamatu autor Piret Kriivan. \n\n\n\n22.02 kell 14.05 “Loetud ja kirjutatud” \n\n\n\nVabariigi aastapäeva eel räägib Maarja Vaino kirjandussaates juttu kirjaniku ja diplomaadi Jaak Jõerüüdiga\, kellel ilmus eelmise aasta lõpus esseeraamat “Sõjast äratatud mälu”. \n\n\n\n24.02 kell 7–11 “Vikerhommik” \n\n\n\nVabariigi aastapäeva “Vikerhommik” pakub sisuka rännaku mööda Eestimaad. Saade valmib Tõrvas\, Raplas\, Keilas\, Tartus ja Tallinnas ning vahendab pidulikku lipuheiskamise tseremooniat Toompealt. Eesti elu ja tuleviku üle arutlevad staažiga peaminister Andrus Ansip\, tänavu teenetemärgi saav muusikaõpetaja Maie Kala ja humorist Toomas Kall. Kuulajad saavad teada\, mida arvavad Eestist abituriendid ning kuidas tähistavad vabariigi aastapäeva taliujujad. \n\n\n\nSaatejuht on Johannes Vedru. \n\n\n\n24.02 kell 12.05 “Heli nälg. Alar Karis” \n\n\n\nEesti Vabariigi sünnipäeval on eetris muusikasarja “Heli nälg” erisaade erilise külalisega. President Alar Karis\, melomaan\, jutustab\, mis teda muusikaliselt mõjutanud on ning milline oleks maailm muusikata. Saates peatutakse ka tema lühikeseks jäänud muusikuteekonnal. Alar Karisega ajab muusikajuttu Andres Oja. \n\n\n\n24.02. kell 14.05 “Jutusaade. Tõnu Kaljuste” \n\n\n\nSaatejuht Piret Kooli vestleb riikliku elutööpreemia laureaadi\, koori- ja orkestrijuhi Tõnu Kaljustega. “Me oleme ikka sipelgad\, kui mitte veel väiksemad olendid siin maailmas\,” usub Kaljuste. Milline on tema iseseisvuse lugu\, kuidas ja kes teda eestlaseks kasvatasid ning mismoodi ta 40 kirjale täpselt allkirja andis\, sellest Kaljuste saates räägibki. \n\n\n\nVabariigi aastapäeval kõlab Vikerraadios ainult eesti muusika. \n\n\n\nKlassikaraadio\n\n\n\nKell 11 on Klassikaraadio eetris “Muusikatuba”\, mis on pühendatud eesti muusikale. Kõlab eesti heliloojate looming Heino Ellerist Tõnu Kõrvitsani\, Arvo Pärdist Jaak Johansonini. Muusikat valib Liina Vainumetsa. \n\n\n\nKell 13 on stuudios presidendi teenetemärgi pälvinud lastekirjanik ja luuletaja Jaanus Vaiksoo. Juttu on eesti keele ja kirjanduse õpetamine\, raamatute lugemine ja raamatuaasta olulisus. Kirjanikuga vestleb Ivo Heinloo. \n\n\n\nKell 20 algav “Ooperiõhtu” toob kuulajateni suurejoonelise galakontserdi “Vikerlastest sündinud ooper”\, mis jutustab eesti ooperi lugu läbi 90 aasta. Galakontserdil kõlavad katkendid 24 eesti algupärasest ooperist. Kontserdi kunstiline juht ja dirigent on Ingrid Mänd. \n\n\n\nVabariigi aastapäeva hilisõhtul valivad saates “Fantaasia” eesti muusikat kirjanik Jan Kaus ja muusik Lauri Leis. \n\n\n\nJaanus Vaiksoo Autor/allikas: Kairit Leibold/ERR\n\n\n\nRaadio 2\n\n\n\nRaadio 2 eetris kõlab 24. veebruaril alates hommikul kella üheksast ainult eestikeelne muusika. \n\n\n\nRaadio 4\n\n\n\nRaadio 4 kava on 24. veebruaril pühendatud Eesti iseseisvuspäevale ja Ukraina teemadele. \n\n\n\n10.05 “Nad võitlesid Isamaa eest! Eesti iseseisvuse sünd aastatel 1917–1920” \n\n\n\n11.05 “Sõda Ukrainas. 1097 päeva sõjarindel”  \n\n\n\n12.05 “Naiskodukaitse. Naiste jõud kaitseküsimustes” \n\n\n\n13.05 “Tänapäevased Hephaestused. Sepatöö saladused iidsetest aegadest tänapäevani” \n\n\n\n14.05 “Pro Terra Mariana. Eesti iseseisvuse ajalugu.” \n\n\n\n16.05 “Sõda Ukrainas. Mariupol: õnnelinn\, kummituslinn” \n\n\n\n17.05 “Kivistunud muusika. Okupatsioonide ja vabaduse muuseum Vabamu kutsub külla” \n\n\n\n19.15 “Armastusega Ukrainast! Kaasaegne Ukraina muusika kogu” URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/estonian-independence-day-3/ LOCATION:The World CATEGORIES:Community,Estonia,Estonian Culture,Estonian Independence Day,Family activities,Government of Estonia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Eesti-lipp-foto-by-eesti-foreign-ministry.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250302T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T234941 CREATED:20250122T070507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T234203Z UID:11427-1740700800-1740959999@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Boston Baltic Film Festival 2025 DESCRIPTION:World-class feature films and documentaries for all generations – a unique opportunity to get to know the Baltic soul – creative\, reflective\, and rebellious. EANC is proud to be a sponsor of this excellent festival! \n\n\n\nThe In-person festival runs Feb. 28 – March 2. The Virtual festival takes place March 3-17. \n\n\n\nOrganized by The Baltic Film Committee\, in collaboration with ArtsEmerson. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTICKETS GO ON SALE FEBRUARY 3. URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/boston-baltic-film-festival-2025/ LOCATION:Emerson Paramount Center\, 559 Washington St\, Boston\, MA 02111\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02111\, United States CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonian Culture,Family activities,Virtual gathering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Screenshot_22-1-2025_2436_www.bostonbalticfilm.org_.jpeg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR