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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
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SUMMARY:JBANC Baltic Spotight 6: Lessons in Trans-Atlantic Security from NATO's Eastern Flank
DESCRIPTION:Join JBANC on November 14th at 8:00 pm ET (5:00 pm PT) for the sixth edition of Baltic Spotlight. THis virtual event will feature Dr. Mart Kuldkepp\, Professor of Estonian and Nordic history at the University College\, London. \n\n\n\nThe discussion will focus on the ramifications of the Biden administration’s de-escalation policy and the future of U.S. support for Ukraine. We will also cover Dr. Kuldkepp’s most recent research on Euro-Orientalism and its ramifications for the perceptions of the Baltics within Europe. \n\n\n\nMart Kuldkepp is Professor of Estonian and Nordic History at University College London (UCL). He completed his PhD dissertation at the University of Tartu\, Estonia in 2014 and joined UCL in 2015. He has also recently held the Estonian Diaspora Visiting Professorship at the University of Tartu. \n\n\n\nMart specializes in Scandinavian and Baltic history and politics (especially foreign and security policy\, and early 20th century wars)\, but also has an interest in the Baltic Sea Region more broadly\, including Germany and Russia. His recent book\, Nordic Estonia (2024\, in Estonian) explores the role that Estonia’s Nordic identity played in Estonia’s independence before World War II. His next book is The Shortest History of Scandinavia (2025\, in English). At Yale\, he is John S. Saden Visiting Professor of Baltic Studies\, where he will be teaching a postgraduate course about the independence of the Baltic states. \n\n\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/jbanc-baltic-spotight-6-lessons-in-trans-atlantic-security-from-natos-eastern-flank/
LOCATION:Home – Virtual
CATEGORIES:Estonia,Latvia,Lithuania,Security,Security and Baltic Cooperation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250303T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250317T235959
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SUMMARY:Boston Baltic Film Festival 2025 (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:World-class feature films and documentaries for all generations from ESTONIA\, LATVIA and LITHUANIA. \n\n\n\nA unique opportunity to get to know the Baltic soul – creative\, reflective\, and rebellious. \n\n\n\nOrganized by The Baltic Film Committee\, in collaboration with ArtsEmerson. \n\n\n\nEANC is a proud supporter of this great festival.  \n\n\n\nGet your virtual tickets here: Welcome | Boston Baltic Film Festival
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/boston-baltic-film-festival-2025-virtual/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonia,Family activities,Latvia,Lithuania,Virtual gathering
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SUMMARY:IN FOCUS WITH EANC. Russia’s War Against Ukraine and the Implications for European Security and Beyond: The Perspective from Estonia
DESCRIPTION:Watch recording\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for this important discussion on the importance of supporting Ukraine\, understanding what is at stake\, what we can do\, and where we go from here. \n\n\n\n\nRegister here\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWe are honored to welcome our distinguished speakers: \n\n\n\nAmbassador Kristjan Prikk\, Estonian Ambassador to the U.S.  \n\n\n\nMr. Karl Altau\, Managing Director of the Joint Baltic American National Committee  \n\n\n\nQ & A Moderated by Ms. Maia Linask\, Vice President of the Estonian American National Council \n\n\n\n“A just peace can only be achieved through strength\, adherence to international norms\, the rule of law\, and the involvement of Ukraine and our European allies in any negotiations. Nothing about Ukraine without Ukraine.” – Full EANC Statement on Ukraine available at https://estosite.org/eanc-ukraine-statement-feb-20-2025/
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/in-focus-with-eanc-russias-war-against-ukraine-and-the-implications-for-european-security-and-beyond-the-perspective-from-estonia/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Community,Estonia,Government of Estonia,Latvia,Lithuania,Online Discussion,Security,Security and Baltic Cooperation,Ukraine,Virtual gathering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250310T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250310T130000
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CREATED:20250304T211459Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: The Fate of Europe: Ukraine\, the Baltic Region\, and Collective Security
DESCRIPTION:The Association for the Advancement of Baltic Studies hosts this online roundtable discussion on “The Fate of Europe: Ukraine\, the Baltic Region\, and Collective Security.”  \n\n\n\nSince 2014\, the Ukrainian state and society have shown strength and resilience in resisting Russian aggression. Given the decisions of the new United States administration to engage Putin’s Russia and chastise Ukrainian leadership\, will Ukraine be able to continue defending its sovereignty? What are the implications of the recent changes in the US position towards Russia for European security\, including Nordic and Baltic security? How will Europeans approach their collective security in a new era of transatlantic relations? \n\n\n\nThese and other questions will be tackled by Hanna Shelest (Foreign Policy Council “Ukrainian Prism”) Marko Lehti (Tampere Peace Research Institute)\, and Ginta Palubinskas (West Virginia State University). The webinar will be moderated by Daunis Auers (University of Latvia) and welcome remarks will be delivered by AABS President Jörg Hackmann (University of Szczecin).  \n\n\n\nLearn more about the participants on the AABS website. \n\n\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/webinar-the-fate-of-europe-ukraine-the-baltic-region-and-collective-security/
CATEGORIES:Community,Education,Estonia,Latvia,Lithuania,Online Discussion,Ukraine,Virtual gathering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T150000
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SUMMARY:Virtual discussion: The Ukraine Question and Baltic Security 
DESCRIPTION:The Ukraine Question and Baltic Security: What’s next for Ukraine—and why should Baltic Americans care? \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin two Washington-based experts for a timely conversation on Ukraine’s future\, its ties to the Baltic countries\, and how our diaspora can influence U.S. policy on issues that matter to the Baltic region.Featuring:• Michael Kimmage – Historian\, director of the Kennan Institute\, and author of Collisions: The War in Ukraine and the Origins of the New Global Instability (Oxford University Press\, 2024).• Karl Altau – Managing director of the Joint Baltic American National Committee (JBANC)\, coordinating Baltic advocacy in Washington since 1961. JBANC is supported by the Lithuanian American Council\, Estonian American Council\, and American Latvian Association.Program will be in English and is open to all. \n\n\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/virtual-discussion-the-ukraine-question-and-baltic-security/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Education,Estonia,Latvia,Lithuania,Online Discussion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T210000
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SUMMARY:Virtual discussion "Baltic Spotlight: Disinformation as a Challenge to Western Democracies"
DESCRIPTION:Register here \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe Joint Baltic American National Committee (JBANC) presents the latest in its virtual discussion series Baltic Spotlight on Wednesday\, April 16. Featuring guest Marcus Kolga\, the founder and director of DisinfoWatch\, the discussion will be focused on the disinformation war being waged by Russia and the challenges it brings for Western countries to preserve its democracies. \n\n\n\nMarcus Kolga is a documentary filmmaker\, journalist\, human rights activist\, and a leading Canadian analyst of foreign disinformation and influence operations. He frequently writes and comments on Russian and Central and Eastern European issues and disinformation in Canadian and international media. His articles have been published by The Globe and Mail\, The Toronto Star\, The National Post\, Macleans\, the Atlantic Council\, The European Observer\, and other European publications. \n\n\n\nKolga led the Canadian civil society campaign for Magnitsky human rights sanctions legislation and has actively led and contributed to similar efforts in Estonia\, Latvia\, Sweden\, and Australia. \n\n\n\nHe has been sanctioned by both the Kremlin and China for his efforts to promote democracy and combat disinformation. \n\n\n\nThe Joint Baltic American National Committee\, Inc. \n\n\n\nEstablished in 1961\, JBANC has represented the Baltic-American communities and its three parent organizations\, the American Latvian Association\, the Estonian American National Council\, and the Lithuanian American Council. JBANC’s goal has been to help coordinate their activities in Washington\, DC with the U.S. Congress and administration and its related agencies in conjunction with issues related to Estonia\, Latvia\, and Lithuania. We have taken great pride in over half a century in joint Baltic cooperation and in being able to help coordinate and consolidate our common interests. 
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/jbanc-baltic-spotlight-disnformation-as-a-challenge-to-western-democracies/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Community,Education,Estonia,Latvia,Lithuania,Online Discussion,Security
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T000000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Baltic Advocaccy Days
DESCRIPTION:issed Baltic Advocacy Days in Washington\, DC? Here’s another opportunity to stand for Baltic security: \n\n\n\nRegister for Virtual Baltic Advocacy Days to meet with your Congressional office over video call. \n\n\n\nThe Joint Baltic American National Committee invites Baltic Americans and friends of the Baltics to participate in virtual advocacy days from May 7-9 and May 12-15. Your voice makes a difference!  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis year we will advocate for funding the Baltic Security Initiative\, supporting our friends in Ukraine\, and highlighting the strength of the U.S.-Baltic relationship. \n\n\n\nBaltic Virtual Advocacy Days will consist of 15–20 minute video call meetings with your Congressional offices. Each participant will have 2–3 meetings\, which will take place on May 7–9 and May 12–15. Participants can indicate their availability on the registration form. (Please only register if you were unable to attend the in-person Advocacy Days.) \n\n\n\nAll participants will also be invited to a virtual briefing ahead of Baltic Advocacy Days. No experience is required—briefing materials and training will be provided. We hope you’ll join us! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nRegister here \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Your voice makes a big difference! Support Estonian security!
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/virtual-baltic-advocaccy-days-may-12-15/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Estonia,Latvia,Lithuania,Security,Security and Baltic Cooperation,Virtual gathering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T120000
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SUMMARY:Baltic Picnic 2025 - San Francisco Bay area
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a potluck lunch\, and an afternoon of casual sports and fun with friends and family. \n\n\n\nThis year the Bay Area Baltic Picnic moves to Huddart Park in Woodside to take advantage of the park’s wonderful amenities\, including hiking trails! \n\n\n\nWhere: Huddart Park\, Woodside at Zwierlein Picnic Area (see location on the map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/nFEK26WZBbtp1E8b9) \n\n\n\nWhen: Sunday\, June 1\, 12:00 – 4:00 (registration opens at 11:30) \n\n\n\nFood: Roast pig and beer are provided by the organizers! All guests\, please bring side dishes to share (to serve 8-10)\, and anything extra to add to the grill or to drink. Please note that the park only allows beer and wine\, no hard alcohol. \n\n\n\nDogs: Dogs are not allowed at this park site. \n\n\n\nNew this year! Huddart Park is a beautiful\, natural location with miles of scenic hiking trails in the redwoods! Sign up for a self-guided morning hike before the event\, and let’s explore this corner of the world together! https://forms.gle/B6FjkaZ6CdHbvJ747 \n\n\n\nWays to help: The picnic is run by volunteers! Sign up to help during the day (https://www.signupgenius.com/…/20F054CAAA72BA2F49… ) – registration table\, help manage the potluck table and sports activities\, and clean up! We need you to make this event happen.
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/baltic-picnic-2025-sf-bay-area/
LOCATION:Huddart Park\, 1100 Kings Mountain Rd\, Woodside\, California\, 94062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonia,Estonian Culture,Family activities,Latvia,Lithuania
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T235959
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SUMMARY:85th Anniversary of the Welles Declaration
DESCRIPTION:Comemorative event location and time to be announced shortly.  \n\n\n\nJuly 23rd will mark the 85th anniversary of the impactful Welles Declaration\, which doutlined the United States policy of non-recognition of the Soviet takeover of the three Baltic countries. That year\, the statement of the Acting United States Secretary of State Sumner Welles declared the occupation of the Baltic states by the Soviet Union illegal. This position\, known as the Welles Declaration\, became the basis for the U.S. policy of non-recognition of the annexation of the Baltic states. \n\n\n\nWe must continue to standing firmly for the sovereign self-determination of countries and the principles of international law\, a conviction that is very relevant  today\, especially as we see Russia’s invasion and aggression against Ukraine and are witness to the illegal annexation of Ukrainian territories. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Welles Declaration set a world-wide standard of non-recognition of the Baltic incorporation into the Soviet Union and helped Estonia\, Latvia\, Lithuania to preserve the continuity of state and to eventually restore their independence. \n\n\n\nDue to the non-recognition of the occupation\, diplomats of the Baltic countries were able to continue the work of their missions. \n\n\n\nThe Welles Declaration was largely inspired and drafted by Loy W. Henderson\, who had visited Latvia as a Red Cross volunteer in 1919\, and later on as a U.S. diplomat. The idea for a declaration was fully supported by Sumner Welles\, who in 1940 served as Under Secretary of State.
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/85th-anniversary-of-the-welles-declaration/
CATEGORIES:Estonia,Latvia,Lithuania,Security and Baltic Cooperation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T110000
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SUMMARY:The Baltic Way & Black Ribbon Day Commemoration
DESCRIPTION:Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation (VOC) in partnership with Joint Baltic American National Committee (JBANC)\, and the Embassies of Estonia\, Latvia\, and Lithuania will commemorate the Baltic Way and Ribbentrop-Molotov Pact (Black Ribbon Day) at 11:00am on Friday\, August 22nd in McPherson Square (right across the street from the Victims of Communism Museum). \n\n\n\nI kindly invite everyone to join us! All nations are welcome and invited! Bring friends and family\, your country flags\, and any symbols of freedom. \n\n\n\nFor event details please visit our website: The Baltic Way | Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/baltic-way-black-ribbon-day-commemoration-dc/
LOCATION:McPherson Square\, 15th Street NW 700\, Washington\, DC
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Culture,Education,Estonia,Latvia,Lithuania,Security and Baltic Cooperation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T200000
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SUMMARY:Online Discussion. Baltic Spotlight: Baltic Sea Security in an Age of Russian Aggression
DESCRIPTION:The Joint Baltic American National Committee will host its next Baltic Spotlight on October 29 at 8 p.m. ET\, featuring Benjamin Schmitt\, Senior Fellow at the University of Pennsylvania and Senior Fellow for Democratic Resilience at the Center for European Policy Analysis (CEPA). \n\n\n\nSince Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine\, it has intensified attacks on European infrastructure\, seeking to destabilize and sow doubt within European civil society. The Baltic Sea has become a flashpoint in infrastructure security discussions\, with multiple incidents of cable cutting resulting in damaged data cables and gas lines. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHelping assess the state of Baltic Sea security and potential policy solutions is Benjamin Schmitt\, author of the report “UNDERWATER MAYHEM: Countering Threats to Energy and Critical Infrastructure Across the NATO Alliance and Beyond.”  \n\n\n\nSchmitt previously served as European Energy Security Advisor at the U.S. Department of State\, where he advanced diplomatic engagement vital to the energy and national security interests of the transatlantic community\, focusing on strengthening the resilience of NATO’s eastern flank and Ukraine in the face of Russian malign energy activities. \n\n\n\nWe invite you to join the discussion on Zoom and learn more about Russia’s shadow war in the Baltic Sea. \n\n\n\n\nRegister here \n\n\n\n\nThe Estonian American National Council is a proud supporter and founding member organization of the Joint Baltic American National Committee.
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/online-discussion-baltic-spotlight-baltic-sea-security-in-an-age-of-russian-aggression/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Community,Education,Estonia,Latvia,Lithuania,Online Discussion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T235959
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SUMMARY:2025 New York Baltic Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The 8th Annual New York Baltic Film Festival (NYBFF) presented by Scandinavia House: The Nordic Center in America returns this November continuing its tradition of bringing the best new films from the Baltic region to New York audiences. This Baltic film festival will take place November 5-16\, 2025\, offering both in-person and virtual screenings. In-person screenings and events will take place November 5-9 at Scandinavia House in New York. An online version will once again be available to viewers across the U.S. via the Elevent streaming platform from November 10–16. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIndividual tickets and a variety of passes are available. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBox Office TIcket Sales\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nASF Program Manager & NYBFF Curator Kyle Reinhart states\, “Since the New York Baltic Film Festival was founded eight years ago\, we have seen an exponential growth in the stature and importance of Baltic cinema\, with major wins at film festivals including last year’s Oscar for FLOW\, the first Latvian film to achieve an Academy Award. A new generation of filmmakers is emerging with a distinct\, brave and unique voice; meanwhile\, older masters of Baltic cinema continue to produce films of the highest caliber. This year’s NYBFF will explore contemporary issues with an outlook to the future—which couldn’t be brighter. Please join us in November to see the world through Baltic eyes.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-person Line Up \n\n\n\nVirtual Screenings Line Up\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFor program announcements\, please subscribe to the festival newsletter at balticfilmfestival.com and Scandinavia House newsletter at scandinaviahouse.org. For more immediate updates\, follow NYBFF on Instagram and Facebook. \n\n\n\nABOUT THE NEW YORK BALTIC FILM FESTIVALEstablished 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\, Baltic Film Media and Arts School at Tallinn University\, Narbutas\, and Sondra Litvatytė.
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/2025-new-york-baltic-film-festival/
LOCATION:Scandinavia House\, 58 Park Avenue (at 38th Street)\, New York
CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonian Culture,Latvia,Lithuania
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T000000
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SUMMARY:Boston Baltic Film Festival\, In person & virtual
DESCRIPTION:In-person screenings: February 27 – March 1\, Emerson Paramount Center  \n\n\n\nJoin us for a wonderful weekend of film screenings\, engaging talks\, and Q&A sessions with award-winning filmmakers from Estonia\, Latvia\, and Lithuania. EANC is a proud supporter of the Boston Baltic Film Festival. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe festival opens with a Meet the Filmmakers panel discussion and a feature presentation of the Estonian film Fränk\, followed by our Opening Night Reception—an opportunity to meet\, mingle\, and continue the conversation with filmmakers and fellow guests.  \n\n\n\nCheck out the full festival line-up here: Event Schedule — Boston Baltic Film Festival \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVirtual screenings (different films): March 2 – 23. This year´s virtual screenings are accessible across the U.S. and Canada. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact: info@bostonbalticfilm.org
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/boston-baltic-film-festival-5/
LOCATION:Emerson Paramount Center\, Bright Family Screening Room\, 559 Washington St.\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02111
CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonian Culture,Family activities,Latvia,Lithuania,Virtual gathering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260302T000000
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SUMMARY:Boston Baltic Film Festival: Virtual
DESCRIPTION:The 8th Annual Boston Baltic Film Festival continues in March with an excellent array of film selections for its virtual festival. This year\, the main virtual line-up can be accessed across the United States and Canada\, with three bonus selections available in the U.S.  \n\n\n\nEANC is proud to support the 8th Annual BBFF\, as well as one of the presented documentaries\, The Story of the Baltic University\, by Helga Merits. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView the full line-up and buy passes here
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/2026-boston-baltic-film-festival-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Community,Estonian Culture,Family activities,Latvia,Lithuania,Virtual gathering
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