Scandinavian Film Festival L.A.
2023-01-14 00:00 - 2023-01-15 23:59 (America/New_York) | https://www.writersguildtheater.com/, 135 South Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills, California, 90211, United States
BACK HOME AND LIVE! Scandinavian Film Festival L.A. with BalticFilmExpo@SFFLA January 14-15, 21-22, 2023.

The incredible influence of moving images is undeniable – the screen introduces us, shapes us, dresses us, fires our imaginations, changes our language, speaks volumes without language, projects the unspoken language of the heart – of love, of hate as it tells our stories. Films are a marker of both individual and national identity and at the same time a reminder of our common humanity.

Estonian film and Oscar contender KALEV is among the films being shown. Bring some friends and make an event of it!

KALEV (Ove Musting, Estonia – 1 hr 31 minutes)

Inspired by a true story. It’s the summer of 1990. The Soviet Union is on the verge of collapse and the small Baltic nations struggle to regain their independence. Society is divided, there is fear and turmoil on the streets, just as the Soviet Union’s basketball championship is about to begin. The Estonian team Kalev faces a momentous decision. With independence seemingly within arm’s reach, a rising tide of public opinion opposes the Estonian team’s participation in the USSR championship.

Purchase tickets here

Watch the KALEV trailer here

Nordic films and “Top films from the top of Europe” are an important component in European and world cinema, and have given us an incredible legacy of film making. The oldest continuously operating film studio in the world is in Scandinavia! The films of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden comprise about 10% of all of European film. The films of Baltic countries were often inspired by their Nordic neighbors. The result is a creative output of wonderful films that deserve to be shared and celebrated in Hollywood – the film capital of the world!

Scandinavian Film Festival L.A. was founded for the purpose “cinema cultural exchange” and the sharing of an important, significant body of work with the Los Angeles film audience – industry professionals, film lovers, those who love subtitles and the flavor of language, those reading subtitles for the first time, and those who don’t have to read the subtitles at all. In creating an annual residency for Nordic film in Southern California we offer an opportunity for all to see the representative “best” of Nordic film making in any given year. The Northern “lights, camera, action” of our program includes films submitted for “Oscar” competition. For those in that race we offer further “buzz” – further publicity, further exposure. The program also includes additional current feature films, shorts, and an occasional documentary. Scandinavian Film Festival L.A. brings people together for the shared experience of the film, and leads to networking, discussion, inspiration, business, and pleasure.

Parent organization of SFFLA is the American Scandinavian Foundation of Los Angeles.

Celebration of the 105th Anniversary of Estonian Independence: Lakewood Estonian House, NJ
2023-02-26 14:00 - 18:00 | Lakewood Estonian House, 4 Cross Street / East Veterans Hwy, Jackson, New Jersey, 08527, United States
Doors open at 1 pm. Join us for a family-friendly event!

Celebrating the 105th Anniversary of the Republic of Estonia: Boston, MA
2023-02-26 15:00 - 19:00 | Scandinavian Living Center, 206 Waltham St., West Newton, Massachusetts
The Boston Estonian Society hosts this event at the Scandinavian Living Center in West Newton, Massachusetts.

Keynote speaker: Sten Hankewitz, Estonian author and journalist, also co-founder and editor of the popular English-language online news magazine Estonian World.

The Boston Estonian School will figure in the program and guests will be treated to a short musical program, as well.

Please bring a savory dish for the potluck dinner. A KRINGEL COMPETITION will ensure tasty dessert for all! Bring along your best and most impressive kringel ~ we will crown the Boston Estonian Society’s best kringel baker at this event!

BYOB, there will be no cash bar this year.

Masks must be work in the lobby of the Scandinavian Center.

Celebration of the 105th Anniversary of the Republic of Estonia: Chicago Estonian House, IL
2023-02-26 15:24 - 18:00 | New Jersey
EVA 105. tähistamine Chicago Eesti Majas. Meie kõneleja on E.V. Suursaadik Kristjan Prikk ning esinevad Chicago Eesti Kooli lapsed ja Pohjanael Folk Dancing Group. Järgneb konsert Ingmar Kiviloo poolt.

Join us at a ceremony to commemorate the 105th anniversary of Estonian independence. Our speaker is Estonian Ambassador Kristjan Prikk, and there will be performances by the Chicago Estonian School students and Põhjanael folkdancing group. There will be a concert by Ingmar Kiviloo following the ceremony.

Celebrating the 105th Anniversary of the Republic of Estonia, the 60th Anniversary of the Washington Estonian Society and 50th Anniversary of Pillerkaar
2023-03-04 14:00 | Latvian Ev. Luth. Church of Washington, DC, 400 Hurley Ave, Rockville, Maryland
Join the Washington Estonian Society and friends for the multisensory show Dawn till Dusk, a very special performance commemorating multiple significant milestones. A beautiful show for all ages and audiences.

The Estonian American National Council is a proud sponsor of this event and production.

2 pm Doors open & light buffet

2:45 Welcome and Milestone Commemorations

Special Guest: Kristjan Prikk, Ambassador of the Republic of Estonia to the United States

3:30 pm Performance Dawn till Dusk

Directed by Diina Tamm and Valev Laube

Purchase tickets here

More information is available and tickets can be purchased at www.washingtonestoniansociety.com. You will not receive a paper ticket, rather your name will be on the guest list at the door.

Schedule2:00 pm – Doors open: A light buffet will be offered. Please feel free to bring beverages of your choice (wine, beer and spirits are permitted).2:45 pm – Welcome & Milestone commemorations3:30 pm – “Dawn till Dusk” Performance

Dawn till Dusk is a unique multidisciplinary performance that fuses together dance and musical interpretations of Estonian mythology, folk calendar traditions, and old archive recordings dating back to the beginning of the 20th century. The show invites everyone to experience a multisensory story of a year in life told through the tales and mystic rituals of the Estonian folk calendar, old and new folklore tunes, and traditions that have shaped modern-day understandings and practices of our cultural identity.

​The folk-inspired contemporary performance is directed by two Estonian-born artists Diina Tamm and Valev Laube. It will reveal sides of Estonian culture that, regardless of no longer being celebrated on a daily basis, still influences the cultural legacy and continuous evolution of our cultural identity. The show is performed by four dancers and two to three live musicians.

​Read more about the performance on Vaba Eesti Sõna website – https://www.vabaeestisona.com/photo-gallery-diina-tamm…/

Performance trailer – https://youtu.be/j1pW1euDk1E

TicketsAdults – $50Students – $10Children (12 and under) – $0.01 (WES charges a penny for the headcount)

ESTO Ski 2023
2023-03-09 10:00 - 2023-03-12 18:00 | New Jersey
ESTO Ski is headed back to Mont-Tremblant! Join friends from near and far on the French-Canadian slopes from March 9th through March 12th, 2023. Mont-Tremblant is a remarkable resort town best known for its exceptional skiing, undeniable charm, magnificent landscape, and for the impressive amount of activities that are available for all ages.

The Eesti Spordiliit ESTO Ski weekend will feature its traditional group events including: Apres-Ski mixer (Friday), downhill & cross-country ski races (Saturday), and an awards party (Saturday).

After many years of organizing ESTO Ski, Andrus & Aini are excited to pass the [sleigh-] reins to 3 new ESTO ski coordinators: Erik Must, Lia Vaska, and Lia Tria. They’ve got some big snow boots to fill, but 2023 is already shaping up to be the best ski trip yet!

We hope to see you!

ESTO Ski

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Weekend Schedule Snapshot (final times to be announced in coming pre-trip emails)

3/9 Thursday

Evening Esto gathering spot – downstairs @ Le P’tit Caribou

​3/10 Friday

EFC Downhill Race – we are most pleased to announce that the Estonian Foundation of Canada is sponsoring our premier 2023 event

Apres Ski Mixer Hosted by Eesti Spordiliit USAs (EAAA-Estonian American Amateur Athletes) at the – Le P’tit Caribou

3/11 Saturday

XC Fun Race Race – starts and ends across from Leitham-Moore’s home.

Kids/Family Waterpark Gathering

Group Photo behind Sommet Des Neiges Hotel

Awards Dinner/Party – This year’s gathering at Chalet Des Voyageurs will include a cash bar, buffet dining and DJ dancing.

Click here for Sign Up Directions – Ski Races and Saturday Awards Party​

Click here for HOTEL info – Limited Availability

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Celebrating the Estonian Language: Emakeelepäevad Chicagos
2023-05-26 11:00 - 2023-05-29 13:00 | Chicago Estonian House, 14700 Estonian Ln, IL 60015 United State, Riverwoods, Illinois, 60015, United States
Don’t miss this exciting and inspiring 4-day event, featuring concerts, VIPs, and creative and inspiring new ways to learn, teach and enjoy Estonian. Games for children, tips, skills, workshops for teachers and parents, and a true celebration of the Estonian language. A wonderful time for all interested in keeping the Estonian language active here in North America. A high-profile event featuring experts, performers and very special guests from Estonia. Hosted by the Chicago Estonian School, partnering with the Estonian Institute.

Register here- Registreeru siit

Kõikide USA koolide õpetajate osavõtumaksu tasub Üliõpilaste Toetusfond USA-s.

EANC is a proud sponsor of this event.

Schedule:

26.05 reede

Ennelõuna

10.00 Kohtume ja tutvume

11.00 Emakeelepäevade avamine

Identiteet. Rahvus. Ajalugu – Sirje Karis

Kuidas networkida (välis)eesti kooli kui keelekeskkond ei ole emakeelne. Motivatsioon ning motiveerimine – Hendrik Agur (Kohtla-Järve Gümnaasium)

Küsimused-vastused

Pärastlõuna

Mängud ja tegevused, mis toetavad lugema õppimist – Jelena Sepp (Huvi OÜ)

Kuidas õpetada (keelt) loovtegevuste kaudu – Alice Aleksandridi (Free Flow studio)

Lühifilm 2022 sügisel Chicago, Bostoni ja New Yorki Eesti koolidest /kommentaaridega

Vestlusringid

Teatriõhtu

David Harrower „Musträstas“ (Hendrik Toompere, Ester Kuntu, Johan Elm)

27.05 laupäev

Ennelõuna

Keeleõppe aktiivmeetodid – Lea Maiberg (HARNO, Salakeele õpiku autor)

Laulumängud ja õpe muusika kaudu – Kristi Kiilu (Eesti Muusika- ja Teatriakadeemia)

Küsimused-vastused

Pärastlõuna

Kuidas õpetajana jõuda koostööni (lahutatud) lapsevanematega. Kuidas kaitsta enda psüühikat väljakutseterikkas keskkonnas. Kuidas olla nõudlik sõber – Maris Kolk (Neomind)

Keeleõpe-õuesõpe – Evelin Laugus (Õuesõppe propageerija, Poku Lasteaed Tartus)

Vesturing: väliseesti koolide tulevik, identiteedi hoidmine, loovtegevused ja keeleõpe, lapse ja vanema toetamine psühholoogi pilgu läbi, keeleõppe metoodilised võtted

Õhtu

Nele-Liis Vaiksoo, Ingmar Erik Kiviloo, Uku Suviste kontsert

28.05 pühapäev

Ennelõuna

(Võõr)keeleõpe kui klassis on teismelised – Anu Petermann (Audentes IB ja E-gümnaasium)

Õpilase ülemäärane ärevus: lapse toetamise võimalused ja turvaline toimetulek – Maris Kolk (Neomind)

Pärastlõuna

Noore eestlase toetamine. Vajadused ja võimalused – Heidy Eskor-Kiviloo (Eesti Instituut)

Laulumängud ja tähtpäevad – Kristi Kiilu (Eesti Muusika- ja Teatriakadeemia)

Vestlusringid: väliseesti koolide tulevik, identiteedi hoidmine, loovtegevused ja keeleõpe, lapse ja vanema toetamine psühholoogi pilgu läbi, keeleõppe metoodilised võtted.

Paralleeltegevused Chicago Eesti kooli lastele:

õuesõpe – Evelin Laugus

tants – Alice Aleksandridi

muusika – Kristi Kiilu

muinasjututund – Ester Kuntu, Hendrik Toompere

keeleõpe – Anu Petermann, Jelena Sepp, Lea Maiberg

Vaba õhtu linnas

29.05 Esmaspäev

Ennelõuna

Vabavaralised lahendused veebis. Kuidas siduda noorte tehnoloogiahuvi keeleõppega

Kuidas jõuda mitte-eestlasest lapsevanemani – Hendrik Agur (Kohtla-Järve Gümnaasium)

Kokkuvõtvad temaatilised sõnavõtud kõikide esinejate poolt.

Põhja-Ameerika ja Kanada koolide pikaaegsete õpetajate tunnustamine

Chicago ekskursioon huvilistele

Long Island Estonian Children´s Summer Camp ´Suvekodu´
2023-06-08 00:00 - 2023-06-22 23:59 | New Jersey
Children aged 6-15 years of age are welcome to participate in the one- or two-week camp program.

Registration is now open.

For more information, please contact camp director Eva Ensmann.

Suvelaager Loodus&Loovus
2023-07-31 00:00 - 2023-08-06 23:59 | New Jersey
Sulle meeldib mängida? Laulda? Tantsida? Seigelda? Uurida? Avastada?Meil on sulle hea uudis. Sel suvel avaneb just sulle pööraselt lahe võimalus olla osa millestki erilisest!

7 päeva täis töötube, tantsu, laulu, mängu, avastamis- ja koostegemiserõõmu esmakordselt toimuvas Chicago Loodus&Loovus laagris ägedate juhendajate eestvedamisel.

Päevaplaan on punnis erinevatest ettevõtmistest. Koos oma eakaaslastega saad mõnusalt aega veeta – proovida võ lihvida oma oskusi erinevates tantsustiilides, musitseerida, mängida, teha sporti ja palju muud. Lisaks muidugi ühised lõkkeõhtud, ühised orienteerimise- jm meeskonnamänge. Noorematele lastega võtame ette ikka need ukakad ja peitusemängud, 12 pulka ja vanaema lõngakera, haned-luiged ja kes on seina taga, lõputud pallilahingud ja väsinuks ja võhmale ajavad ketikull ja hiirelõks.

Laager lõpeb suurejoonelise etendusega „Koidu ja Hämariku salapärase kadumise juhtum“, kus igal laagrisellil on kanda oma roll!

Tule ja veeda üks vahva suvenädal koos teiste Eesti lastega!

Sa peaksid kutsele kindlasti „jah“ ütlema, kui sa oled:

– 6 – 17 aastane– Julge, et astuda esimene samm ja proovida uusi ja põnevaid asju– Reisisell – oled valmis minema kuhugi, kus sa võib olla varem käinud ei ole– Uudishimulik, sinus kohe pugiseb avastamisetahe– Loov – sulle meeldib musitseerida, laulda, tantsida, näidelda, meisterdada, leiutada, mängida

Tee oma elu põnevaks! Ütle lihtsalt „jah“ ja oledki valmis oma selle suve üheks eriti ägedaks nädalaks!

Lõpeta suveks oma klass, paki kohver ja sea end valmis, et veeta 31.07.2023-06.08.2023 noorte laagris Chicago Eesti Majas, Ameerika Ühendriikides.

Tegevused:1. Loovuse töötoad: muusika, laulmine, kunst, palju erinevaid tantsuliike, näitlemine, mängimine, meisterdamine, kunst, laulumängud

2. Loodus: matkamise ABC, eluring, aarete jaht, orienteerumine, lõkkeõhtud

3. Sport: võrkpall, korvpall, sulgpall, vibulaskmine

Laager lõppeb suure etendusega!

Pisikestel laagrilistel (3-5 eluaastat) on võimalik osaleda laagrimelus kahel poolikul päeval ning lõpuetendusel.

Laagri läbiviijad:Lastelaager „Mäng on väikese inimese töö“ eestvedajad Anneliis Kõivu juhtimisel, Free Flow Studio tantsutreenerid, musitseerimine koos Ingmar Kivilooga. Laagris osaleb 20 noort Eestist.

Registreerumisvorm – https://forms.gle/RhwDAGYRssJgUstk7

Osavõtutasu:$450 (6-17aastased)$175 (3-5aastased).

Täpsema info korralduse kohta leiate laagri kodulehelt – http://bit.ly/3YIWR9r——————————Hey you cool and slightly crazy kids and teens!

You have the chance to become one of the lucky Estonian children to participate in a nature and creativity camp with other Estonian children ja teens. But not just any Estonian children, rather Estonian children living in North America!

You’ll spend time together to have fun and excitement, enjoying a beautiful summer with activities together. All participate are welcome – whatever your interests and talents are. All we expect from you is the curiosity to explore!

You should definitely say ‘yes’ to the invitation if you are:

– Between 6 – 17 years old.– Brave enough to take the first step and try new and exciting things.– An explorer – you are ready to go somewhere you may not have been before.– Full of curiosity to explore different talents.– Creative – you love to spend your time around music, dance, art, craft, playing or just spending time in nature.

Is that all sounds great, then pack your suitcase and get ready to spend July 31st, 2023-August 6th, 2023 at a youth camp in Chicago’s Estonian House, USA!

Activities:1. Creativity workshops: music, singing, art, lots of different kinds of dance, acting, games, crafts, art, singing games.

2. Nature: survival games, knowledge of life, treasure hunting, orienteering, campfires.

3. Sports: volleyball, basketball, badminton, athletics, archery

The camp ends with a big performance!Younger campers (3-5 years old) will have the opportunity to participate in two half days of camp life and the final performance.

Camp Facilitators:Kohila children’s camp “Play is the work of a little person” led by Anneliis Kõiv, dance coaches from Free Flow Studio, music making with Ingmar Kiviloo. The camp will be attended by 20 young people from Estonia.

Registration form – https://forms.gle/RhwDAGYRssJgUstk7

Participation fee $450

Further detailed information is available on the camps website – http://bit.ly/3YIWR9r

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Estonian American Community Celebration: A Night of Thanks & Community, hosted by EANC!
2023-10-14 17:30 | Lakewood Estonian House/ Lakewoodi Eesti Maja, 4 Cross Street & E Veterans Hwy, Jackson, Connecticut, United States
Saturday, October 14th @ Lakewood Estonian House

You’re invited! Join us for a lively celebration and heartwarming program celebrating culture, community, the outstanding work of Estonian Americans in the community! Special Guests, Dinner, Awards & Recognitions, Entertainment!

5:30 pm: Cocktail hour

6:30 pm: Program, Dinner & Celebration!

Together we are stronger and have so much to celebrate!

As EANC sends off our 70th anniversary year with a toast, we look forward to future collaborations, common goals, and shared successes and we take an evening to reminisce about the past, connect with peers, and cultivate the Estonian American community love.

Tickets

Evening includes distinguished guests, presentation of awards, a special performance by the very talented musician Ingmar Kiviloo, a full dinner, and night of celebrating, dancing and cherished community.

Music & mood provided by the legendary Puus Bros. Band, featuring EANC´s own Mati Otsmaa!!

The XXIII Estonian American National Council will be arriving from around the country specifically to meet and connect with all of you! Event to be held with a warm welcome at the Lakewood Estonian House!

Festive attire * Appropriate for all ages * Cash bar * Surprises * A night of thanks

Tickets may be purchased online via EventBrite or via Paypal/Venmo on our website (*memo: EstoCommunity Celebration), or reserved by email (erku@estosite.org) and paid by check (written out to EANC; memo: EstoCommunity Celebration, mailing address: EANC, c/o 16 Pepperidge Rd., Monroe, CT 06468.

Buy tickets here

Share the link w/ a friend! Celebration: https://EANCestoparty.eventbrite.com,

Inspiration Forum: https://EANCinspirationforum2023.eventbrite.com

Additional info, lodging suggestions, dietary restrictions, inquiries:

contact: erku@estosite.org, or tel 1 (978) 397 0020.

Let the energy carry over to our Inspiration Forum on October 15th, 11am – 1:30pm, where Estonians from around the US will share their passions, plans, tips and perspectives.

The Inspiration Forum is a free event. Lunch available for purchase. EANC wants to hear from you, so that we may best serve Estonian American interests! (Registration to the open public forum is welcomed but not required: https://EANCinspirationforum2023.eventbrite.com

See you there! Kohtumiseni 14. ja 15. oktoobril Lakewoodi Eesti Majas!

Paavo Järvi Conducts New York Philharmonic
2023-11-16 19:30 - 2023-11-18 20:00 | Wu Tsai Theater at David Geffen Hall, 10 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, New York, 10023
Estonian conductor Paavo Järvi. Photo credit: Kaupo Kikkas

Estonian conductor Paavo Järvi returns to Lincoln Center! The concert leaps from the starting line with a high-speed overture by his countryman Veljo Tormis, and ends with Prokofiev’s Sixth Symphony, a meditation on the profound losses of the Second World War.

Estonian Grammy Award–winning conductor Paavo Järvi, widely recognized as one of today’s most eminent conductors, enjoys close partnerships with the finest orchestras around the world.

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Estonian Independence Day
2024-02-24 00:00 - 23:59 | New Jersey
photo: www.riigikogu.ee

Happy Estonian Independence Day!

Head Eesti Vabariigi aastapäeva!

(scroll down for Estonian)

Remarks on the 106th Anniversary of the Republic of Estonia

Dear fellow Estonians, dear friends,

The importance of February 24 is not lost on any Estonian. It was 106 years ago that Estonia declared its independence in the proclamation Manifest kõigile Eestimaa rahvastele. Drafted by a committee of nationally-minded Estonians, this „Manifest to all peoples in Estonia“ was approved during the short window at the end of WWI when Russian invaders were leaving and the Germans had yet to arrive. We are rightly proud of this bold act and of all those that followedas Estonia fought to gain and regain independence over the next century. Estonians do not take their freedom for granted. This year, as we enter the third year of Russia’s vile invasion of Ukraine, historical events continue to ring loudly in our collective memory.

Whereas February 24th, 1918, marked the birth of the Republic of Estonia, it wasn’t until two years later, February 2, 1920, that the Tartu Peace Treaty was signed to mark the end of Estonia’s War of Independence, and in which Soviet Russia recognized the independence of the Republic of Estonia in perpetuity. The treaty has been called Estonia’s birth certificate, and had pioneering significance in international law, in that it cited the concept of a people’s right to self-determination, to decide their own destiny.

So today we celebrate the freedom and self-determination that Estonia has, and which Ukraine is fighting so hard to keep. Let us celebrate this day whole-heartedly, with joy and with pride in our freedom, community, and identity. Even under the shadow of Russia’s continuing war on Ukraine, it is important to make space in our hearts to celebrate Estonia for all that it has accomplished, what it continues to achieve, and for its strong international voice in these disruptive and disturbing times.

It is certainly troubling that the war in Ukraine continues, and we are right to be uneasy about current events, both in Europe and here in the U.S. We urge you to channel these thoughts into inspiration for action. We encourage you to use the privilege we have as Estonian Americans – that of using our voices and participating in the democratic process. Across the US, a record number of Estonian Americans participated in advocacy activities during the year following Russia’s invasion, speaking out for Ukraine and for Baltic security interests. It is of utmost importance to continue these efforts in the coming year. So much is at stake in the U.S. Congress and in the understanding of the American people.

As Estonians we are especially aware of the stakes. As has often been said of Baltic Americans: “They know.” We know. And we remember. This year we commemorate 80 years since the Mass Flight of 1944, when so many fled Estonia to escape the invading Soviet forces. Our parents and grandparents were faced with the impossible choice, they experienced the life-altering disruption – whether they fled or were left to face the brutal Soviet regime. Our families were shattered. So many years later, eight decades later, even as Estonia has blossomed in regained freedom, we as a people are still putting together the pieces of family and memory to fill in the gaps of our history.

In Estonia, the Mass Flight of 1944 is only very recently entering the public dialogue and national consciousness in a more open way. For many younger descendants of Estonians abroad, the story of how and why our communities developed at the same time also remains largely unknown, or only vaguely recalled.

To help keep the conversation going, EANC is proud to be part of a larger commemorative project that we can all support together. A memorial sculpture and place of remembrance has been commissioned in Estonia to create a permanent reminder of the Mass Flight. This graceful and symbolic sculpture will depict the last moment of the countless goodbyes, the last touch of hands at departure, a moment encompassing uncertainty about the future, no matter if you left or stayed. To be sited on grounds beside the Pärnu River, one of the areas from which thousands fled in small boats, this memorial sculpture is scheduled to be unveiled on September 21, 2024. We hope this date will be a focus for Estonians worldwide to remember and to commemorate these terrible events, each in their own way.

As Estonian Americans we have the privilege and responsibility to connect future generations to this story. We who have ourselves experienced or have a family legacy of the experience of brokenness, recognize the gift of this inheritance – our story — as we celebrate EV106 and commemorate the Mass Flight of 1944.

We at the Estonian American National Council urge you to celebrate the day and share the gift.

Elagu Eesti!

Mai-Liis Bartling

president

Eesti Rahvuskomitee Ühendriikides tervitus Eesti Vabariigi 106. aastapäeva puhul

Kallid sõbrad!

Vabariigi aastapäeva tähistades pühitseme oma rahva lugu

24. veebruari tähtsust teab iga eestlane. 106 aastat tagasi kuulutas Eesti “Manifestiga kõigile Eestimaa rahvastele” välja oma iseseisvuse.

Rahvuslikult meelestatud eestlastest koosneva komitee koostatud manifest kiideti heaks Esimese maailmasõja lõpu lühikeses ajaaknas, kui Vene sissetungijad olid lahkumas ja sakslased polnud veel saabunud. Oleme õigustatult uhked selle julge teo ja kõigi järgnevate tegude üle enam kui saja aasta jooksul, kui Eesti võitles iseseisvuse taastamise nimel. Eestlaste jaoks ei ole meie vabadus iseenesest mõistetav. Tänavu, kui astume kolmandasse aastasse Venemaa alatust sissetungist Ukrainasse, helisevad ajaloosündmused meie kollektiivses mälus jätkuvalt valjult.

Kui 24. veebruar 1918 tähistas Eesti Vabariigi sündi, siis alles kaks aastat hiljem, 2. veebruaril 1920 sõlmitud Tartu rahuleping, millega Nõukogude Venemaa tunnustas Eesti Vabariigi iseseisvust igavesest ajast igavesti, lõpetas Eesti Vabadussõja. Lepingut on nimetatud Eesti sünnitunnistuseks ja see oli rahvusvahelises õiguses teedrajava tähendusega, kuna viitas rahva enesemääramisõigusele ning õigusele otsustada oma saatuse üle.

Täna tähistame vabadust ja enesemääramist, mis Eestil on ja mille säilitamise nimel Ukraina nii kõvasti võitleb. Tähistagem seda päeva kogu südamest, rõõmuga ja uhkusega oma vabaduse, kogukonna ja identiteedi üle. Ka Venemaa jätkuva Ukraina-sõja varjus on oluline teha oma südames ruumi, et tähistada Eesti saavutusi, Eesti jätkuvat arengut ning Eesti tugevat rahvusvahelist häält praegusel segasel ja häirival ajal.

Kindlasti on murettekitav, et sõda Ukrainas jätkub, ja meil on õigus olla rahutud praeguste sündmuste tõttu nii Euroopas kui ka siin USA-s. Kutsume teid üles muundama need mõtted tegutsemise inspiratsiooniks. Soovitame teil kasutada privileegi, mida omame ameeriklastena – kasutada oma häält ja osaleda demokraatlikus protsessis. Üle USA osales Venemaa invasioonile järgnenud aastal kaitsetegevuses rekordarv Ameerika eestlasi, kes võtsid sõna Ukraina ja Balti riikide julgeolekuhuvide eest. Ülimalt oluline on neid jõupingutusi jätkata ka järgmisel aastal. Nii palju on kaalul USA Kongressis ning ameeriklaste arusaamades.

Eestlastena oleme panustest eriti teadlikud – nagu balti-ameeriklaste kohta sageli öeldakse: “Nad teavad.” Me teame. Ja me mäletame. Tänavu tähistame 80. aasta möödumist 1944. a. suurpõgenemisest, kui nii paljud põgenesid Eestist pealetungivate Nõukogude vägede eest. Meie vanemad ja vanavanemad seisid võimatu valiku ees, tehes elumuutva otsuse – kas põge-neda või jääda silmitsi jõhkra nõukogude korraga. Meie pered purunesid. Palju aastaid – kaheksa aastakümmet hiljem, isegi kui Eesti on õitsele puhkenud taastatud vabaduses, paneme rahvana ikka veel kokku perekonna- ja mälukilde, et täita oma ajaloo lünki. Eestis on 1944. aasta suurpõgenemise teema alles jõudmas avalikku dialoogi ja rahvuslikku teadvusesse. Paljude noorema põlve väliseestlaste jaoks on see samuti tundmatu või ähmaselt meenutatav lugu, kuidas ja miks meie kogukonnad ühel ja samal ajal välja kujunesid.

Teema ühisruumis ülalhoidmiseks osaleb ERKÜ uhkusega suuremas mälestusprojektis, mida saame kõik koos toetada. Koos ÜEKNi teiste liikmesmaade esindajatega tellisime mälestusskulptuuri ja oleme loomas püsivat suurpõgenemise mälestuspaika (vt ka 12. lk). See graatsiline skulptuur kujutab sümboolselt lugematute hüvastijättude viimast hetke, viimast käte puudutust lahkumishetkel, mis hõlmas ebakindlust tuleviku suhtes olenemata sellest, kas lahkuti või jäädi. Mälestusskulptuur hakkab paiknema Pärnu jõe ääres, sealt põgenesid väikeste paatidega tuhanded inimesed. Mälestusmärk avatakse 21. septembril 2024. Loodame, et sellel kuupäeval mälestavad eestlased kogu maailmas neid kohutavaid sündmusi – igaüks omal moel.

Ameerika eestlastena on meil eesõigus ja kohustus selle looga siduda ka meie tulevasi põlvkondi. Meie, kes oleme ise kogenud perede rebenemist või omame seda perekondlikku pärandit, tunneme ära selles pärandis kingituse – meie rahva loo – mida pühitseme, tähistades EV 106. aastapäeva ja mälestades 1944. aasta suurpõgenemist.

Eesti Rahvuskomitee Ühendriikides esinduskogu kutsub kõiki üles seda päeva tähistama ja seda kingitust jagama.

Elagu Eesti!

Eesti Vabariigi 106. aastapäeva puhul

Mai-Liis Bartling

ERKÜ president

Baltic Action Alert: Ukraine rallies Feb. 24-25
2024-02-24 00:00 - 2024-02-25 23:59 | New Jersey
A Message from our friends at the ALA (American Latvian Association) Call to Action Unit

Dear Friend of the Baltics,

Feb. 24 will mark two years of Russia’s murderous invasion of Ukraine, and almost 10 years of Russia’s illegal occupation of Ukrainian territory since 2014. It is an anniversary to rally support against the violence, lies and threats perpetrated by the regime in Moscow – not only against Ukraine, but also against the U.S., the Baltics and our allies.

In this election year, Congress and candidates need to see and hear public support for Ukraine, to ensure the U.S. continues to support Ukraine now – and the Baltics in the future.

We urge you to use this tragic anniversary to demonstrate need and resolve by participating in a rally or other event that local Ukrainians are hosting on Feb. 24 or Feb. 25:

CA – Los Angeles:https://www.facebook.com/events/1433291477623836/https://www.facebook.com/events/1086304085855262/ (auto rally)CA – San Diego:https://www.facebook.com/events/1328666797840700/ (fundraiser)CA – San Francisco:https://www.facebook.com/events/844859137439082/ (auto rally)CO – Denver:https://www.facebook.com/events/324173363737901/CT – Hartford:https://www.facebook.com/events/349605357965212/District of Columbia – Washington DC: https://www.facebook.com/events/892714775681965HI – Honolulu:https://www.facebook.com/events/1163343175046955/IL – Chicago:https://www.facebook.com/events/1048034142978491/MA – Boston:https://www.facebook.com/events/388857010366529/MI – Detroit:https://www.facebook.com/events/637067795140957/MI – Grand Rapids:https://www.facebook.com/events/936960738090306/MN – Minneapolis:https://www.facebook.com/events/344734181850945/NC – Asheville:https://www.facebook.com/events/3381827465443069/NY – New York:https://ukrainianinstitute.org/event/24-february-2024/ (open house)OH – Cleveland:https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=779257527565985PA – Philadelphia: https://www.facebook.com/events/310533904861294/PA – Pittsburgh:https://www.facebook.com/events/7395367410520111/SC – Columbia:https://www.facebook.com/events/3687116931611887/SC – Greenville:https://www.facebook.com/events/963025491931998/TN – Nashville:https://www.facebook.com/events/1082021496331001/TX – Austin:https://www.facebook.com/events/751180146927665/TX – Dallas: https://www.facebook.com/events/424210626701438/ (auto rally)VT – Dummerston (near Brattleboro):https://www.facebook.com/events/784936526788877/WA – Seattle:https://www.facebook.com/events/763608985821498WI – Milwaukee:https://www.facebook.com/events/755763479310616/

Please check local times and locations. Bring your family members, friends and Baltic flags! Let’s show Baltic support for Ukraine!

Aitäh, paldies, ačiū, thank you.ALA Call to Action Management Committee

Along with its partners the Estonian American National Council and the Lithuanian American Council, ALA is a parent organization of the Joint Baltic American National Committee (JBANC). JBANC works to represent Baltic Americans on Capitol Hill.

ALA is not affiliated with any of the groups organizing these events and is not responsible for event content or changes.

Boston Baltic Film Festival
2024-03-01 17:00 - 2024-03-03 20:50 | Emerson Paramount Center, 599 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 02111, United States
In person and Virtual film festival

Boston, MA. The Sixth Annual Boston Baltic Film Festival (BBFF) will take place in March 2024 with in-person screenings followed by two weeks of virtual screenings across the U.S. In-person screenings and events will take place at the Emerson Paramount Theater’s Bright Family Screening Room in downtown Boston March 1-3, 2024. Virtual screenings will be offered March 4-16, 2024.

The line-up of 20 critically acclaimed films offered from Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania can be seen on the website: www.bostonbalticfilm.org,

Tickets and passes for both in-person and virtual screenings will go on sale through our website on February 5, 2024.

The film industries in the three Baltic countries consistently produce films that garner awards in international festivals around the world. Boston audiences will be able to engage with the filmmakers in Q&A after the screenings and during a panel discussion on Friday, March 1, 2024.The Festival is organized by the Baltic Film Committee and the American National Latvian League (ALTS), in collaboration with ArtsEmerson. For more information visit our homepage www.bostonbalticfilm.org, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or contact info@bostonbalticfilm.org.

Boston Baltic Film Festival Opening Night & Opening Reception
2024-03-01 21:00 - 23:30 | Emerson Paramount Center, 559 Washington St Boston, MA 02111, Boston, Massachusetts, 02111
EANC is proud to once again support this quality film festival, presenting films from Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, with opportunities to meet & speak on site with some of the filmmakers themselves.

Opening day events:

A Panel Discussion with the filmmakers,

Screening of The Invisible Flight,

Opening Receiption @ “Fajitas & ‘Ritas” 25 West Street, Boston, MA

Join us for three days of the latest award-winning films from Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. Immerse yourself in movie magic!

The Sixth Annual Boston Baltic Film Festival (BBFF) will take place in March 2024 with in-person screenings followed by two weeks of virtual screenings across the U.S. In-person screenings and events will take place at the Emerson Paramount Theater’s Bright Family Screening Room in downtown Boston March 1-3, 2024. Virtual screenings will be offered March 4-16, 2024.

The line-up of 20 critically acclaimed films offered from Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania can be seen on the website: www.bostonbalticfilm.org,

Tickets and passes for both in-person and virtual screenings will go on sale through our website on February 5, 2024.

The film industries in the three Baltic countries consistently produce films that garner awards in international festivals around the world.

Boston audiences will be able to engage with the filmmakers in Q&A after the screenings and during a panel discussion on Friday, March 1, 2024.The Festival is organized by the Baltic Film Committee and the American National Latvian League (ALTS), in collaboration with ArtsEmerson. For more information visit our homepage www.bostonbalticfilm.org, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or contact info@bostonbalticfilm.org.

THE INVISIBLE FIGHT /Estonia

Our highly anticipated opening feature will be Rainer Sarnet’s latest award winning film The Invisible Fight – a wild and zany martial arts action comedy shot like a vintage drive-in movie that is set in an orthodox monastery. A film that, according to Variety, could attract cult status.

“EVERYTHING COOL IS BANNED IN THE SOVIET UNION”Rafael/The Invisible Fight

“Delightfully inventive and riotously funny, The Invisible Fight makes it clear that the joy of kung fu cinema is celebrated worldwide, even as far as Estonia.” Yep it looks amazing! Funny and smart and unique. I’m in.”Alex Billington/ Firstshowing.net

Boston Baltic Film Festival (virtual)
2024-03-04 00:00 - 2024-03-18 23:59 | New Jersey
Following a successful in-person weekend of Baltic film at the Paramount Emerson Center in Boston, the Boston Baltic Film Festival (BBFF) organizers now bring to you two weeks of virtual screenings across the U.S. Virtual screenings will be offered March 4-18, 2024. Documentaries, drama, mysteries, action, love stories, comedy…. get to know the Baltic soul. See what all the buzz is about!

EANC is a proud support of this event.

The full line-up of 20 critically acclaimed films offered from Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania can be seen on the website: www.bostonbalticfilm.org

Tickets and passes for virtual screenings on sale now.

Box Office

The film industries in the three Baltic countries consistently produce films that garner awards in international festivals around the world. Boston audiences will be able to engage with the filmmakers in The Festival is organized by the Baltic Film Committee and the American National Latvian League (ALTS), in collaboration with ArtsEmerson. For more information visit the BBFF homepage www.bostonbalticfilm.org, follow them on Facebook, Instagram, or contact info@bostonbalticfilm.org.

2024 ESTO SKI @ Mont-Tremblant
2024-03-07 11:00 - 2024-03-10 14:00 | Mont Tremblant Village, Quebec, CA
In its 70th anniversary year, Eesti Spordiliit USAs invites you to celebrate with sports all year long!

ESTO Ski is headed back to Mont-Tremblant to celebrate its 60th ANNIVERSARY! Join us on the French-Canadian slopes from March 7th through March 10th, 2024.

Mont-Tremblant is a remarkable resort town best known for its exceptional skiing, undeniable charm, magnificent landscape, and for the impressive amount of activities that are available for all ages.The Eesti Spordiliit ESTO Ski weekend will feature our traditional group events including: Apres-Ski mixer, downhill & cross-country ski races, and an awards party.

We hope to see you in Canada!

Live Music & Dance Show "Dawn till Dusk" by Diina Tamm & Valev Laube
2024-03-23 18:00 | New Yorgi Eesti Maja/ New York Estonian House, 243 E 34th Street, New York City, New York, 10016, United States
Join us for a unique multidisciplinary performance that fuses together dance and musical interpretations of Estonian mythology, folk calendar traditions, and old archive recordings dating back to the beginning of the 20th century. Let’s embark on a journey through a year in life, experiencing mystic rituals, old and new folklore tunes, and traditions that have shaped modern-day understandings and practices of our cultural identity.

Directed by Estonian-born artists Diina Tamm and Valev Laube, this folk-inspired contemporary performance will uncover aspects of Estonian culture that, though no longer celebrated daily, continue to influence our cultural legacy and ongoing evolution.

We welcome you to join us for this multisensory exploration of life’s cycles.

5 PM – Doors Open6 PM – Performance/Showtime7:15 PM – Meet & Greet Downstairs

Note: Suitable for Estonian speakers and non-Estonian speakers alike, great for audiences of all ages.

Conference: 75 YEARS of FREE ESTONIAN WORD – The Art of Connecting Past and Future.
2024-04-05 14:00 | NY Estonian House, 243 E 34th St, New York, New York, 10016, United States
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.

This 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.

Join 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.

We look forward to seeing you in person, at 2 pm at the New York Estonian House. Pre-registration not required, donations welcomed.

If you cannot attend in person, we encourage you to use the link below to attend virtually via Zoom.

To attend virtually, register here

Conference

Session 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.

Session 2: Staying the Course: Connecting Estonian-American families and communities.

This conference and small reception celebrating Vaba Eesti Sõna coverage, contributors, and community offers a wonderful lead into the Estonian Cultural Days Festival 2024.

Vaba Eesti Sõna sünnipäeva konverents / Free Estonian Word Anniversary Conference

Reede, 5. aprill 2024, kell 14:00 – 17:30 EDT / Friday, April 5th, 2024, 2 pm – 5:30 pm EDT

New Yorgi Eesti Maja / NY Estonian House, 243 E 34th St, New York, NY 10016

Kutsume 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

Kuidas on hoidnud eesti ajaleht Eesti Vabariigi taastamise lootust ja idealismi vaimu

Kuidas ajaleht ühendab jätkuvalt Ameerika eestlaste kodusid ja kogukondi

Arutamine ja sõnavõtud – olete lahkesti oodatud kõnelema

Kohvilaud, sünnipäevakook

Laupäeval, 6. aprillil kell 10:00 – 13:00 toimub Vaba Eesti Sõna sõpradele kaastöö tegemise õpituba. Kõik vanused teretulnud.

Võimalus osaleda üritustel Zoomi vahendusel. Eel-registreerimine www.vabaeestisona.com või www.estosite.org.

Võtke sõbrad kaasa ja kohtume varsti. Olete oodatud!

Tervitades,The Nordic Press Estonian-American Publishers, Inc.ajalehe Vaba Eesti Sõna väljaandja

Registreeri siin

Please 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

Friday, April 5th, 2 pm NY Estonian House, Blue Room

The role of the newspaper in keeping hope alive for the restored independence of the Republic of Estonia and nourishing the spirit of idealism

Connecting Estonian-American families and communities

Discussion and tributes – speakers from the audience welcomed

Reception and birthday cake

Saturday, 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.

We hope to see you in person, but you can also join us virtually. Pre-register: www.vabaeestisona.com or www.estosite.org.

We encourage you to share this invitation!

Looking forward to seeing you,The Nordic Press Estonian-American Publishers, Inc.of the newspaper Free Estonian World

Register here

Keelekohvik Lakewoodi Eesti Majas
2024-04-26 18:00 | Lakewood Estonian House/ Lakewoodi Eesti Maja, 4 Cross Street & E Veterans Hwy, Jackson, Connecticut, United States
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.

Talgud (Spring Clean Up)@ Lakewood Estonian House
2024-04-27 10:00 | Lakewood Estonian House/ Lakewoodi Eesti Maja, 4 Cross Street & E Veterans Hwy, Jackson, Connecticut, United States
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.

Join the Lakewood Estonian community, and do your part to keep our Estonian House looking its best!

All are welcome. Bring your own work gloves, rake, and a good mood. Lunch will be provided!

KUTSUME TALGUTELE! MEIL ON ABI VAJA!

Kohtume 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.

Palun 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!

Concert: Estonian Music Through Two Centuries @ LA Estonian House
2024-06-01 15:00 - 17:00 | Los Angeles Estonian House, 1306 West 24th Street, Los Angeles, California, 90007, United States
The Los Angeles Estonian Society invites you to a special program featuring musicians from the Aavo Ots Music Studio (Estonia). Soloist Neeme Ots is travelling to the US in late May to attend the International Trumpet Gild conference, making this treat possible.

Aavo Otsa Muusikastuudio MTÜ solist, trompetist Neeme Ots reisib 2024. a. maikuu lõpus Los Angelesse, et osaleda Rahvusvahelise Trompeti Gildi (The International Trumpet Guild) konverentsil.Sellega seoses toimub laupäeval, 1. juunil kell 12 päeval Los Angelese Eesti Majas kontsert. Sissepääs: Los Angelese Eesti Seltsi liikmed $ 15, teised $ 20, lapsed tasuta.

Jaanipäev celebrations hosted by Seattle Estonian Society
2024-06-22 19:00 - 2024-06-23 02:59 | New Jersey
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!

Seattle’i Eesti Selts kutsub koos Jaaniõhtut-päeva pidama!

Bring chairs or blankets to sit on, your favorite Jaanipäeva dish to share, and flowers to make wreaths.

There 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.

Summer camps at Jõekääru
2024-06-29 00:00 - 2024-07-27 23:59 | New Jersey
SUVI 2024 registreerimis lehed on uuendatud ja saadaval meie veebilehel: www.joekaaru.com

Registration forms for Summer 2024 Camp at Jõekääru (in Canada) now available on our website www.joekaaru.com.

Eesti 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

Tulge kõik ja jagage infot julget!Näeme Jõekäärul, eesti keeles, eesti meeles!

www.joekaaru.com

Chicago Eesti Kooli Suvelaager
2024-07-24 01:00 - 2024-07-29 00:59 | Chicago Eesti Maja / Chicago Estonian House, 14700 Estonian Ln, Riverwoods,, Illinois, 60015-3553

Chicago Eesti Suvelaagri Lõpupidu
2024-07-28 15:00 | Chicago Estonian House, 14700 Estonian Ln, IL 60015 United State, Riverwoods, Illinois, 60015, United States
To mark the end of our summer camp we are holding an old-fashioned summer party at the Chicago Estonian House. $20 per person (includes lunch @ 1:00pm). Music, dancing, and a fun time with friends!

Suvelaagri lõpu mälestuseks korraldame Chicago Eesti Majas vanaaegse suvepeo. Sissepääs $20 (sisaldab lõunasööki k 13.00). Tulge nautima muusikat, tantsu ja toredat koosolemist sõpradega!

70th Lakewood Estonian Games
2024-08-02 00:00 - 2024-08-04 23:59 | Lakewood Estonian House/ Lakewoodi Eesti Maja, 4 Cross Street & E Veterans Hwy, Jackson, Connecticut, United States
Lakewoodi Eesti Mängud 70

Join Estonians from North American and beyond for a weekend of sports competitions, comradery and culture!

Competitions, activities, and performances for all ages; Estonian House kitchen and bar open.

Check out the schedule below for a packed schedule that features Estonian sensation NUBLU among others!

The 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.

Elagu Eesti Spordiiit USAs! Terves kehas terve vaim!

Weekend Schedule of Planned Events

Friday, Aug 2nd​

12:00 p.m. – Golf 4-person Team Scramble at Lakewood CC, Andrus Ers (aers@optonline.net). $75.

18:00 p.m. – Lakewood Eesti Maja bar and dining table open until evening

19:00 p.m. – Bowling at Finnigans Lanes @ Lakewood by Henry Ashford

Saturday, Aug 3rd​

08:00 a.m. – Swimming @ Candlewood – Lia Künnapas (lia.kunnapas@gmail.com)

09:00 a.m. – Pickle Ball Tournament Jackson Liberty HS – Carl Skonberg (carlms223@gmail.com)

09:30 a.m. – Track and field competitions registration Tarmo Pallop (tarmopallop@americanacquatic.net)

12:00 p.m. – Tennis Jackson Liberty HS, Sarina Ashford and Arden Wichman (ardenwichman8@gmail.com) (Registration by July 26)

12:00 p.m. – Lakewood Eesti Maja bar and dining window open until the evening (bar open 14:00 p.m.)

12:00 p.m. – Volleyball competitions at Eesti Maja grounds – Stefan Skonberg (stskonberg@gmail.com) & Lilly Aasmaa

2:00 p.m. – Chess tournament, Siim Vanaselja – vanaselja@gmail.com

2:00 p.m. – Children’s petting zoo

3:00pm – Biergarten and band playing outside during the afternoon

5:00 p.m. – Volleyball finals, Stefan Skonberg (stskonberg@gmail.com)

7:30 p.m. – “Valguspidu” includes athletes parade and awards. Laagri Laulud (camp songs) led by K. Põhi & U. Kärner followed by special Tuljak performance

22:00 p.m. – Nublu & Gameboy Tetris Performance inside EM after Valguspidu

Sunday, Aug 4th

Surf & Sun Family Day at Jenk’s North Inlet Bar Area – Point Pleasant.

​Admission; Prepay & Save (Pre-sale ends on July 28th)

Take 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.

You can pre-purchase your admission tickets as follows:

Saturday (Any Saturday ticket purchase includes admission to Fri)

$50 (17 to 69); $20 (70 + ); $10 (6 to 16); 5 & under FREE,

Weekend Tenting Fee – $40

(Pay-at-Gate rates may be higher)

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Estonian Girl Guides & Boy Scouts in USA Summer Camp 2024
2024-08-10 11:00 - 2024-08-18 12:00 | Järvemetsa Estonian Camp, 71 Olev Drive, Jackson, New Jersey, 08527
Estonian Girl Guides and Boys Scouts gather in the magical place called Järvemetsa for 10 days of team spirit, Estonian culture, traditions, and learning by doing and putting scouting principles to good practice. This year´s camp name and theme is “AHA!”

Registration now open! Early-bird registration though June 23. Registration accepted through July 27.

Gaidid ja skaudid kogunege! Skaut-gaid suvelaager AHA kutsub teid! Järvemetsa hüüab teid!

Registreerimine on avatud! Osaledes talgutel saate hinna soodustust!

Talgute kuupäevad 18. mai, 8. juuni ja 13. juuli.

2024 Camp leaders: ngdr. Lia Triantafylidis, nskm. Andrus Maandi

Register here

NY EHS hosts "Family Days" at Long Island Estonian House
2024-08-10 16:00 - 2024-08-18 16:00 | Long Island Estonian House, 22 Middle Island Blvd.,, Middle Island, New York, 11953
You’re invited to the latest Family ay Event hosted by the New York Estonian Educational Society.

Organizers promise barbecue, sauna, pool, and definitely communal singing. Opportunity to camp for free or rent cabins.

More information: stskonberg@gmail.com

Suggested donation per family $20.

Celebrating the 35th Anniversary of the Baltic Way
2024-08-25 12:00 - 13:30 | Elizabeth Park (next to Pond Cafe), 1561 Asylum Avenue, West Hartford, Connecticut, United States
Join Estonians, Latvians, Lithuanians, Ukrainians and friends as we commemorate the 35th Anniversary of the Baltic Way.

Attendees are encouraged to wear their folk dress, bring flags, and bring friends! Let’s introduce the Baltic Way and our shared history and promising future to our American communities!

August 23 – Baltic Way 35

Gather beside the Pond Cafe at Elizabeth Park, West Hartford, CT Opening of the event – the Music from Baltics.

Program begins at 12:05 pm

Introduction Remarks by Dr. Dahlia Giedrimiene

Speakers:Bradley Woodworth (Director of Baltic Studies, Yale University): The Significance of the Baltic WayRepresentatives from three Baltic organizations –* Estonia – Laine Kõiva Kingo * Latvia – Valdis Vinkels* Lithuania – Paulius Nenortas

* Speaker – Dr. Leo WalenskySinging of popular songs from Baltics

A tribute at the Baltic Way Memorial next to Pond CaféSong: The Baltics are Awakening ( ‘Bunda jau Baltija, Atmostas Baltija´ / ‘Bunda jau Baltija’ /´Ärgake Baltimaad´

Announcements * Photos * Refreshments

For more information contact:Dr. Dalia Giedrimiene dgiedrim@gmail.com ; tel. 860-965-4141Mr. Paulius Nenortas 860-856-3302; Lt_hoops@yahoo.comMrs. Dzina Inkratiene inkratiene@sbcglobal.net

From American-Lithuanian Community, Hartford Chapter and Connecticut Council.
