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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 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/ LOCATION:California 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:20240622T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T025900 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 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/ LOCATION:California 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:20240613T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240616T235959 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 CREATED:20240513T190308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T033101Z UID:10526-1718236800-1718582399@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:AABS Conference 2024 DESCRIPTION:The 29th Biennial AABS Conference – The Baltic Way: Unity and Giving Aid\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDaily Schedule\n\n\n\n\nEstonia\, Latvia\, and Lithuania have for over the past century shown the benefits of shared action and solidarity. The three states sought recognition of their independence following World War I\, and following World War II – through the years of Soviet occupation – they maintained that recognition through collaborative efforts. In recent decades the joint efforts of their peoples were seen in the peaceful Baltic Way demonstration in August 1989 when Balts joined hands from Tallinn to Vilnius across a distance of 600 kilometers\, and in the three countries’ together joining NATO in 2004. Today\, the three Baltic countries are leading the world in per capita aid to Ukraine after Russia’s invasion in February 2022.  \n\n\n\nGathering at the 29th biennial conference of the Association for the Advancement of Baltic Studies (AABS)\, to be held on the campus of Yale University on June 13-16\, 2024\, will be hundreds of people dedicated to the study of the peoples and lands around the Baltic Sea. The conference features panels from all fields of the humanities and social sciences\, education\, technology\, transnational security\, safety\, and well-being. The conference draws attention to the larger shared space throughout the Baltic Sea region as well as to the role the peoples of the Baltic are playing on an all-European and global scale. The conference\, held on location\, is co-hosted by Yale University and the University of New Haven. \n\n\n\nEANC is a proud sponsor of this impactful conference. \n\n\n\n\nProgram overview \n\n\n\nProgram Schedule by Day URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/aabs-conference-the-baltic-way-unity-and-giving-aid/ LOCATION:California CATEGORIES:Education,Estonia,Latvia,Lithuania,Opportunities,Security and Baltic Cooperation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/AABS-2024.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240609T235959 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 CREATED:20240509T022905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T145746Z UID:10493-1717718400-1717977599@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Estonian Consular Mission @ Long Island Estonian House DESCRIPTION:Tarmo Punnik\, Estonian Consul in New York (Photo: Grant Lee)\n\n\n\n Estonian Consul in New York\, Mr Tarmo Punnik\, will conduct a consular mission from June 7 – 9 at the Long Island Midsummer Celebration (L.I. Estonian House\, Middle Island\, NY). \n\n\n\n The Consul will be available for registering fingerprints for those who wish to apply for a passport online using the self-service portal. Consular advice and applying for other documents will also be available. Payment can be made by check or cash. Those seeking services should co prepared with American passport and Estonian passport\, if applicable. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLong Islandi Estonian House\, 20 Middle Island Blvd\, Middle Island\, NY 11953  \n\n\n\nLong Islandi jaanitulele 7-9 juuni 2024 tuleb kohale Eesti konsul New Yorgist. Tema juures saab taotleda passi ja ID-kaarti\, anda sõrmejälgi\, et oleks endal võimalik iseteeninduses dokumente tellida. Samuti saab küsida nõu ja tellida teisi dokumente. Tasumine sularahas või tšekiga. Kaasa tuleks võtta nii Eesti kui USA pass\, kellel on. \n\n\n\nNote: Passport & ID card renewal applications can also be done by mail or at the self-service portal of the Estonian Police Board (https://www.politsei.ee/en/)\, if your fingerprints on file are less than 6 years old. \n\n\n\nYou may update your fingerprints with the consul even if you do not need to renew a document at this time. This could save you a future trip to New York or Washington\, DC\, should you need to renew a document in the next few years and discover that your fingerprints are or will be outdated. This service is free of charge. \n\n\n\nPlease see updated consular service fees as of April 3. https://newyork.mfa.ee/state-fees/.  \n\n\n\nPayments during consular mission must be made in cash or check – no credit cards will be accepted\, as we don’t have a card terminal. URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/estonian-consular-mission-june-2024-long-island-estonian-house/ LOCATION:Long Island Estonian House\, 22 Middle Island Blvd.\,\, Middle Island\, New York\, 11953 CATEGORIES:Community,Estonia,Government of Estonia,Jaaniõhtu - Midsummer! END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T100000 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 CREATED:20240531T201216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T173418Z UID:10670-1717578000-1717581600@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Atlantic Council Talk: Securing the Eastern Flank: A Baltic Agenda for 2024 NATO Summit DESCRIPTION:In Case You Missed it\, watch the video on our YouTube page or by clicking the button below: \n\n\n\n\nWatch video \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nJoin in person or online to attend the Atlantic Council’s Transatlantic Security Initiative\, in the Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security\, for a public event exploring the Baltic states’ priorities for the upcoming NATO Summit in Washington\, DC. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSince last year’s Summit in Vilnius\, Lithuania\, the security landscape in NATO’s eastern flank has shifted significantly. New defense plans and strong defense spending\, coupled with the historic accession of Sweden and Finland\, has reorganized the Baltic Sea into a “NATO lake.” Despite this major step forward for regional security\, ongoing Russian aggression against Ukraine demands a continued focus on stability. The NATO Summit taking place in Washington\, DC\, presents a pivotal opportunity to solidify allied gains made since last July and send a strong signal to Moscow amid continuing war on the European continent.   \n\n\n\nWith less than five weeks until the Washington Summit\, the Atlantic Council is pleased to welcome the Lithuanian\, Latvian\, and Estonian Permanent Representatives to NATO for a discussion exploring Baltic defense priorities and views on the future of NATO beyond its 75th anniversary. The Permanent Representatives will delve into the collaborative efforts between the US\, the Baltic states\, and other NATO allies as they strengthen efforts to bolster support for Ukraine and collective defense and deterrence on NATO’s eastern flank. \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the Transatlantic Security Initiative’s 2024 NATO Washington Summit campaign. For more information and updates on future events and publications\, follow @ACScowcroft.  This conversation will take place in-person and will be broadcast on YouTube\, X\, Facebook\, and LinkedIn. \n\n\n\nFEATURED SPEAKERSH.E. Jüri LuikPermanent Representative of Estonia to NATOH.E. Deividas MatulionisPermanent Representative of Lithuania to NATOH.E. Māris RiekstiņšPermanent Representative of Latvia to NATOWelcoming Remarks:Jenna Ben-YehudaExecutive Vice President\, Atlantic CouncilModerator: Rachel RizzoNonresident Senior Fellow\, Europe Center\, Atlantic Council\n\n\n\n\nRegister here URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/atlantic-council-talk-securing-the-eastern-flank-a-baltic-agenda-for-2024-nato-summit/ LOCATION:Atlantic Council HQ\, 1030 15th St NW\, 12th Floor\, Washington\, DC\, 20005 CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Estonia,Government of Estonia,Latvia,Lithuania,Online Discussion,Security ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/2024-Atlantic-Council-Securing-Baltic-Flank.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 CREATED:20240513T225658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T230531Z UID:10582-1717254000-1717261200@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Concert: Estonian Music Through Two Centuries @ LA Estonian House DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nAavo 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. \n\n\n\n  URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/concert-estonian-music-through-two-centuries-los-angeles-estonian-house/ LOCATION:Los Angeles Estonian House\, 1306 West 24th Street\, Los Angeles\, California\, 90007\, United States CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Family activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/2204LA-trumpet-concert.png ORGANIZER;CN="Estonian Society of Los Angeles":MAILTO:renee@estoniaamerica.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 CREATED:20240529T230748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T230751Z UID:10667-1717012800-1717016400@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:JBANC Baltic Spotlight: “Shaping American Attitudes: From Re-Independence to NATO Accession" DESCRIPTION:RSVP & Receive Zoom link from: Email jbanc@jbanc.org \n\n\n\nJoin us on Wednesday\, May 29 for JBANC´s second Baltic Spotlight: “Shaping American Attitudes: From Re-Independence to NATO Accession\,” featuring Dr. Sandis Šrāders\, researcher and lecturer at the Baltic Defence College in Tartu\, Estonia. \n\n\n\nIn advance of NATO celebrating its 75th anniversary at this year’s Washington Summit in July\, this virtula talk will highlight the changing American attitudes towards Baltic independence from re-independence to NATO accession.  URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/jbanc-baltic-spotlight-shaping-american-attitudes-from-re-independence-to-nato-accession/ LOCATION:California CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Online Discussion,Security,Security and Baltic Cooperation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/442437236_842441401248583_1720511329614114359_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Joint Baltic American National Committee (JBANC)":MAILTO:jbanc@jbanc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 CREATED:20240513T205941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T183510Z UID:10559-1716994800-1716994800@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Stanford University hosts Estonian Ambassador Kristjan Prikk for a talk on "Russia's War in Ukraine and its Implications on European Security: Why should America care?" DESCRIPTION:Can´t make it to California? Watch the live stream of this important discussion hosted by Stanford University. \n\n\n\nMore than ten years into Russia’s war against Ukraine and more than two years after Moscow launched a full-scale aggression\, there is still no end in sight to the largest military conflict in Europe after WWII. What are the implications of this war on the security of Europe but also on the United States? What would it take to end the war and in what kind of a world will we all live on the day after it’s all over? The event will feature a discussion on the possibility of a viable Western strategy for success that not only saves Ukraine but also strengthens the United States’ role as the leader of the free world. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOpening remarks will be delivered by Amir Weiner\, Associate Professor of History and Director of Stanford’s Center for Russian\, East European and Eurasian Studies. \n\n\n\nDetails: events.stanford.edu/event/russias-war-in-ukraine \n\n\n\n\nGo to live stream\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEstonia’s Ambassador to the U.S. Kristjan Prikk started his mission in Washington\, D.C. in May 2021. He is a graduate of the US Army War College and has served as the National Security Coordinator to the Prime Minister. Prior to arriving in D.C.\, he was the Permanent Secretary of the Estonian Ministry of Defense. Among his previous assignments are two other tours in Washington as an Estonian diplomat and work on NATO-Russia and NATO-Ukraine topics at a time when these relationships were considerably less charged than today. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nMichael McFaul is Director at the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies\, the Ken Olivier and Angela Nomellini Professor of International Studies in the Department of Political Science\, and the Peter and Helen Bing Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution. He joined the Stanford faculty in 1995. He served for five years in the Obama administration\, first as Special Assistant to the President and Senior Director for Russian and Eurasian Affairs at the National Security Council at the White House (2009-2012)\, and then as U.S. Ambassador to the Russian Federation (2012-2014). \n\n\n\nThe hybrid event is free and open to the public. To attend in person\, RSVP is requested. URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/lecture-talk-stanford-university-estonian-ambassador-on-russias-war-in-ukraine-and-its-implications-on-european-security-why-should-america-care/ LOCATION:Stanford University\, Hohbach Hall\, Room 122\, 557 Escondido Mall\, Stanford\, California\, 94305 CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Estonia,Government of Estonia,Online Discussion,Security,Security & Baltic Cooperation,Security and Baltic Cooperation,Ukraine END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T183000 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 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:20240515T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T083000 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 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:20240514T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T133000 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 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:20240514T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T060000 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 CREATED:20240510T210137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T212431Z UID:10514-1715666400-1715666400@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Conference: "Security and Defence in the Baltic Sea Region" DESCRIPTION:The Estonian World Council (ÜEKN) in collaboration with the Estonian Embassy in Helsinki and the Network of Estonian Organisations in Finland (EOVS) hosts the hybrid conference\, “Security and Defence in the Baltic Sea Region” on Tuesday\, May 14\, 2024 (starting 13:00 Helsinki time / 6 am Eastern US) at the Embassy of Estonia in Helsinki\, Finland.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe conference will be livestreamed here and also by Estonia’s national broadcaster ERR \, website globalestonian.com and by Finnish media. The event will also be made available for later viewing. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe conference aims to foster a deeper understanding of the current and emerging security challenges within the Baltic Sea region. Topics of discussion include the implications of Russian aggression and disinformation\, the role of NATO in ensuring regional security\, and strategies for civil defence preparedness. The conference will be available for post viewing on EANC’s YouTube channel\, ERR website\, and the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs webpage\, as well as on globalestonian.com.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nConference program is as follows: \n\n\n\nConference moderator – Reet Marten Sehr\, Chair Estonian World Council foreign relations committee\, Chair\, Estonian Central Council in Canada \n\n\n\n13:00 – Introductory remarks \n\n\n\n• Sven Sakkov\, Estonian Ambassador to Finland  \n\n\n\n• Sirle Sööt\, Chair\, Estonian World Council\, Association of Estonians in Sweden \n\n\n\n• Margus Tsahkna\, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Estonia (Livestream) \n\n\n\n13:30 – Introduction of keynote speaker by Tuuli-Emily Liivat\, Global Estonian Youth Network \n\n\n\n• Keynote: Douglas Hickey\, US Ambassador to the Republic of Finland \n\n\n\n14:00 – Panel discussion: “NATO’s Role in Baltic Sea Region Security” \n\n\n\n• Martin Roger\, Director-General for NATO and Trans-Atlantic Relations\, Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs  \n\n\n\n• Joakim Paasikivi\, Lieutenant Colonel\, Swedish Defence University \n\n\n\n• Andres Kasekamp\, Professor of History\, Chair of Estonian Studies\, Munk School of Global Affairs\, University of Toronto \n\n\n\n• Moderator Märt Vesinurm\, Network of Estonian Organisations in Finland \n\n\n\n15:30 – Keynote: Jessikka Aro Finnish journalist and writer\, author of “Putin’s Army” and“Putin’s Trolls”  \n\n\n\n16:15 – Panel discussion: “Civil Preparedness and Disinformation” \n\n\n\n• Jay Janzen\, Strategic Communications Director (J10) at NATO \n\n\n\n• Jakub Kalensky\, Senior fellow\, Atlantic Council Eurasia Centre\, former Deputy Director of COI Hybrid Influence \n\n\n\n• Marko Mihkelson\, Member of Estonian Parliament\, Chair of Parliamentary Foreign Affairs Committee \n\n\n\n• Moderator Marcus Kolga\, President\, DisInfoWatch\, Fellow McDonald Laurier Institute\, Central and Eastern European Council in Canada \n\n\n\n17:15 – Closing Remarks – Ilona Kolberg\, Network of Estonian Organisations in Finland URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/hybrid-conference-security-and-defence-in-the-baltic-sea-region/ LOCATION:California CATEGORIES:Education,Government of Estonia,Online Discussion,Security,Security & Baltic Cooperation,Virtual gathering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Cover-sec2024-1920x1080-live-correct.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T090000 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 CREATED:20240426T043207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T212810Z UID:10428-1714726800-1714726800@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Stanford University Lecture: Cultural and Philosophical Roots of Russian Totalitarianism DESCRIPTION:Many Western assessments of Russian totalitarianism depart from the premises that although the country has no democratic tradition\, the basic ideas about the state and the political subject current in Russian society are nonetheless the same as what Western socio-political discourses operate with. The goal of this lecture is to show that this is not the case. Russian totalitarianism has longstanding cultural roots based on the idea of historical messianism and national uniqueness (“the Russian soul”)\, which permeated also the modernizing discourses that developed in Russia\, under the influence of Hegel\, during the latter half of the 19th century and led to the establishment of the Bolshevist regime. As a result\, all influential Russian political ideologies have jettisoned the citizenship-based political visions that derive from Enlightenment ideals and advocate instead a theory of the political subject that must find its self-realization in its sacrificial commitment to the Russian/Communist idea. In combination\, these circumstances have given rise to both the Russian totalitarian doctrine and a society that actually sees itself in its terms.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRein Raud is the Distinguished Professor of Asian and Cultural Studies at the School of Humanities\, Tallinn University. His circle of research interests is broad and ranges from cultural semiotics and sociology to process philosophy and theories of the subject on the one hand\, and various aspects of Asian and Western cultural history on the other. His academic books include Being in Flux: A Post-Anthropocentric Ontology of the Self (Polity\, 2021)\, Asian Worldviews: Religions\, Philosophies\, Political Theories (Wiley-Blackwell 20121)\, Meaning in Action: Outline of an Integral Theory of Culture (Polity 2016) and Practices of Selfhood (together with Zygmunt Bauman\, Polity 2015). \n\n\n\nRSVP Here \n\n\n\nVisit this website for more information \n\n\n\nMore info: creeesinfo@stanford.edu URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/stanford-university-lecture-presentation-talk/ LOCATION:Stanford University\, Encina Commons\, Room 123\, 615 Crothers Way\, California\, 94305 CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/the-cultural-and-philosophical-roots-of-russian-totalitarianism_45933447940138-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T090000 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 CREATED:20240430T025033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T204016Z UID:10476-1714640400-1714640400@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Global Estonian Virtual Forum DESCRIPTION:The Foreign Ministry’s 7th virtual forum for Estonians worldwide will be held May 2 at 9 a.m. Eastern (6 a.m. Pacific). \n\n\n\nThis time\, the Forum looks at opportunities in Estonian available to young people of Estonian origin living abroad\, Estonia is a land that is located on the coast of the Baltic Sea amidst forests and bogs\, and is growing unicorns at a heady pace. We will look at the present and peek into the future. We are starting with a new format – a video postcard of the community. The forum is moderated by Ellen Valter\, the soul and leader of KESKUS\, the International Estonian Centre in Toronto\, and music will be provided by musician and poet EiK\, who just won the popular vote of the Language Achievement Award. \n\n\n\nThe virtual forum will be translated into English and Russian. \n\n\n\nParticipate to be entered into the prize drawing: Win a round-trip plane ticket for two to Estonia\, plus two nights of hotel accommodation in Tallinn. The drawing will be held on May 10 at 12.00 Estonian time. \n\n\n\nPARTICIPATION LINK:https://worksup.com/app?id=FOORUM24 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nProgramme \n\n\n\n15.45 \n\n\n\n\nWatch a live stream from an Estonian nature camera\n\n\n\n\n16.00 \n\n\n\n\nIntroduction by Ellen Valter\n\n\n\nWords of welcome by Secretary General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Jonatan Vseviov\n\n\n\nTartu – European Capital of Culture 2024\n\n\n\nPanel ‘Estonia as an opportunity’ (Rebeka Dronia\, Kristi Marika Lampi\, William Persson)\n\n\n\nFirst-hand experiences from the private IT school kood/Jõhvi (Egon Saks with his wife Cristina)\n\n\n\nMusic by EiK\n\n\n\n\n17.00 \n\n\n\n\nEstonia is searching for whom – both today and 10 years from now? (Work in Estonia\, Susanna Vatter)\n\n\n\nEstonia as the breeding ground for unicorns (Startup Estonia\, Eve Peeterson)\n\n\n\nVideo postcard from the Estonian community in Switzerland  \n\n\n\nMarin Mõttus talks to Ellen Valter\n\n\n\nMusical finale by EiK\n\n\n\nEstimated end of the event at 17.45/18.00\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers \n\n\n\nJonatan VseviovSecretary General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs \n\n\n\nRebeka Droniaan Estonian raised in Namibia \n\n\n\nKristi Marika Lampian Estonian raised in the USA \n\n\n\nWilliam Perssonan Estonian raised in Sweden \n\n\n\nEgon Saksstudent of the IT school kood/Jõhvi \n\n\n\nSusanna VatterWork in Estonia \n\n\n\nEve PeetersonStartup Estonia \n\n\n\nEllen Valter (Moderator)leader of Toronto’s International Estonian Centre KESKUS \n\n\n\nMarin MõttusSpecial Diplomatic Representative of Global Estonia \n\n\n\nMusic by EiKmusician and poet \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nThe virtual forum’s prize drawing for plane tickets and more \n\n\n\n\nEveryone who watches the virtual forum for Estonians across the globe on 2 May 2024 at 16.00 Estonian time can enter a prize draw and win return plane tickets for two to Estonia.\n\n\n\nThe prize draw is held on 10 May at 12.00 Estonian time\, and if you register for subsequent viewing of the virtual forum\, you can still enter the draw until 9 May at 23.00 Estonian time.\n\n\n\nThe flight must take place during the 2024 calendar year.\n\n\n\nThe Ministry of Foreign Affairs will contact the winner and will put them in touch with the travel agency in Tallinn where the tickets must be bought (they can be replaced with bus\, ferry or train tickets).\n\n\n\nThe prize includes a two-night stay at the Hotel in Tallinn.\n\n\n\nWe are also offering the winner a tour of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs while they are in Estonia.\n\n\n\nAs it is a big world and plane ticket fees vary enormously\, there is a cap on the ticket price.\n\n\n\nPlane ticket price cap: economy class within Europe up to €600\, rest of the world up to €1200.\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nFacebook event: https://fb.me/e/4XnZpeFs6 \n\n\n\nParticipation link: https://worksup.com/app?id=FOORUM24 \n\n\n\nProgramme and Prize Draw: https://globalestonian.com/en/news/virtual-forum-estonians-across-globe-will-be-held-may-2 URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/global-estonian-virtual-forum-7/ LOCATION:California ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/vm-2024-eng.png.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T100000 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 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:20240427T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T090000 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 CREATED:20240420T132500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240426T052850Z UID:10455-1714208400-1714208400@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Talgud: Spring Clean-up @ Connecticut Estonian Grounds DESCRIPTION:Connecticut Estonian Society Estonian land (Eesti maa) spring cleanup (Talgud) day \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Connecticut Estonian Society invites members\, friends\, and supporters – all are welcome to pitch in as the community gets the beloved Eesti Maa grounds back in shape for events\, picnics\, tournaments\, activities and more. \n\n\n\nKõik on teretulnud! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe Eesti Maa spring cleanup day will be on Saturday\, April 27th (rain date April 28th)\, starting at 9:00 AM\, at the Eesti Maa\, 25 Times Farms Road\, Andover\, CT 06232. Kristian Kõiva\, the Eesti Maa manager\, will direct the cleanup. \n\n\n\nPlease bring the necessary tools – rakes\, shovels\, saws\, leaf blowers\, hedge clippers\, work gloves\, etc. But if you lack such tools\, come anyway because tools are always available. \n\n\n\nCarol Klammer will provide hot\, homemade soup. Kristi Rakfeldt will supply build-your-own sandwich items. Thus\, soup\, sandwiches\, and hot coffee will be served for lunch! URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/talgud-spring-clean-up-connecticut-estonian-grounds/ LOCATION:Connecticut Estonian Grounds – Connecticut Eesti Maa\, 25 Times Farm Roa\, Andover\, Connecticut\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/437094180_10231927178832261_6040808129405028419_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Estonian Society - Connecticuti Eesti Selts":MAILTO:estoniansocietyct@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T180000 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 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:20240426T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T235959 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 CREATED:20240419T174648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T181507Z UID:10385-1714089600-1714348799@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Estonian Consular Mission to Boston Area DESCRIPTION:The Estonian Consul in New York will conduct a consular mission to Boston\, MA on April 26th\, 27th\, and April 28th. Consular services are available at the following locations and times: \n\n\n\nHonorary Consul’s office: 2222 Centre Street\, West Roxbury\, Boston\, 02132 MA \n\n\n\n Friday\, April 26\,1:00 – 4:00 pm \n\n\n\n Saturday\, April 27\, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm \n\n\n\nBoston Estonian School: Congregational Church\, 15 Princeton Street\, North Chelmsford\, MA 01863 \n\n\n\n Sunday\, April 28\, 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm \n\n\n\nNote: Passport & ID card renewal applications can also be done by mail or at the self-service portal of the Estonian Police Board (https://www.politsei.ee/en/)\, if your fingerprints on file are less than 6 years old. \n\n\n\nYou may update your fingerprints with the consul even if you do not need to renew a document at this time. This could save you a future trip to New York or Washington\, DC\, should you need to renew a document in the next few years and discover that your fingerprints are or will be outdated. This service is free of charge. \n\n\n\nPlease see updated consular service fees as of April 3. https://newyork.mfa.ee/state-fees/.  \n\n\n\nPayments during consular mission must be made in cash or check – no credit cards will be accepted\, as we don’t have a card terminal. \n\n\n\nTo schedule an appoint\, please contact: \n\n\n\nMs. Anne-Reet Ilves Annunziata\, PhD \n\n\n\nEstonian Honorary Consul in Boston for Massachusetts & Rhode Island \n\n\n\n2222 Centre Street\, West Roxbury\, MA 02132 \n\n\n\nTel: + 1 (617) 543-9234\, e-mail: annereet@yahoo.com URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/estonian-consular-mission-to-boston-area/ LOCATION:California CATEGORIES:Estonia,Government of Estonia END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 CREATED:20240410T045400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240426T045508Z UID:10438-1713891600-1713891600@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Induction of Estonian Erika Puussaar into Cleveland Hall of Fame DESCRIPTION:Estonian Ambassador to the United States\, Kristjan Prikk\, will induct Estonian Erika Puussaar into the Cleveland International Hall of Fame. \n\n\n\nErika earned this honor through her long involvement with the Cleveland Cultural Garden Federation as a Member of the Board\, as well as being the President of the Estonian Cultural Garden. She has always been a visible Estonian\, supporting outreach to area libraries to help introduce Estonia to the Greater Cleveland community. She was invited to share the Grand Marshall role\, with Latvian and Lithuanian leaders in the Ukraine Independence Day Parade in Cleveland. \n\n\n\nCleveland area Estonians are excited to see one of their own receive this honor. The induction will take place at Windows on the River at 5pm April 23\, 2024. \n\n\n\nCleveland International Hall of Fame2024 Induction Event Details\n\n\n\nThe 2024 induction event will be held at Windows on the River on Tuesday April 23\, 2024.  Parking is available in the huge lot adjacent to the building. \n\n\n\nDoors will open at 5:00 PM for cocktails (cash bar) and networking and the event will begin promptly at 6 PM. \n\n\n\nDress is business casual but we encourage attendees to dress in traditional cultural or ethnic dress! \n\n\n\nDinner will be served after the Color Guard and National Anthem and opening remarks from our Master of Ceremonies Russ Mitchell from WKYC-TV.  A few distinguished leaders will also give some brief remarks and then dinner will be served. \n\n\n\nThe inductions will take place immediately after dinner. A special person will give a few remarks about the inductee and then the honoree will give his/her acceptance speech. \n\n\n\n2024 Class\n\n\n\nThe 2024 Class was chosen unanimously by the committee from almost 100 worthy nominations.  In alphabetical order: \n\n\n\n\nDona Brady\n\n\n\nAmbassador Edward Crawford\n\n\n\nVeronica Dahlberg\n\n\n\nDr. Eugene Jordan (posthumous)\n\n\n\nErika Puussaar\n\n\n\nJohnny Wu\n\n\n\n\nFor ticket information contact Debbie Hanson at (216) 406-6594.For additional info contact Toomas Tubalkain\, toomast1910@gmail.com URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/induction-of-estonian-erika-puussaar-into-cleveland-hall-of-fame/ LOCATION:Windows on the River\, 2000 Sycamore Street\, Cleveland\, Ohio\, 44113 CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/crowd-teevi-oanh-erika_hz.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Cleveland International Hall of Fame":MAILTO:info@clevelandinternationalhalloffame.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 CREATED:20240315T191913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T131511Z UID:10250-1713519000-1713801600@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Estonian Consular Mission to Florida DESCRIPTION:The Estonian Consul in New York will conduct a two-day consular mission in Florida on April 19 – 20\, and April 22 – 23. 15. All consular services other than visa applications can be addressed at these times. \n\n\n\nApril 19-20\, 9:30 am – 4:00 pm in Crystal River: 3939 North Eagle Point\, Crystal River\, FL 34428 \n\n\n\nApril 22-23\, 9:30 am – 4:00 pm in Miami: 1384 SW 18 St\, Miami\, FL 33145 \n\n\n\nNote: Applications for passport and ID card renewals can be submitted by mail or at the self-service portal of the Estonian Police Board if your fingerprints on file are less than 6 years old. \n\n\n\nIn a planning-ahead move\, this visit is a good opportunity to update your fingerprints on file with the consul\, should you need to renew a document in the next few years. This proactive step could save you a future trip to New York or Washington! The service is free of charge. \n\n\n\nPlease note: Fees will change at the beginning of April\, those utilizing the mission in Chicago should see fees listed for after April 3 https://newyork.mfa.ee/state-fees/. Payments during consular mission must be made by cash or check – no credit cards will be accepted\, as we do not have a card processing terminal. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo schedule an appoint\, please contact \n\n\n\nMs.  Kaie Tiina Põhi Latterner\, kaiet@earthlink.net\, phone 612-669-9765 to schedule an appointment in Crystal River\, FL. \n\n\n\nEstonian Consulate General in New York\, nyconsulate@mfa.ee\, phone 212-883-0636 to schedule an appointment in Miami\, FL. URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/consular-mission-fl-2024april/ LOCATION:California CATEGORIES:Government of Estonia END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240414T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240415T235959 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 CREATED:20240313T021350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T031723Z UID:10237-1713052800-1713225599@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Estonian Consular Mission to Chicago Area DESCRIPTION:The Estonian Consul in New York will conduct a two-day consular mission in the Chicago area on April 14 and 15. All consular services other than visa applications can be addressed at these times. \n\n\n\nSunday\, April 14\, 9:30 am- 4:00 pm: @ Chicago Estonian House\, 14700 Estonian Lane\, Riverwoods IL \n\n\n\nMonday\, April 15\, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM @ 678 Foxdale Ave\, Winnetka IL \n\n\n\nNote: Applications for passport and ID card renewals can be submitted by mail or at the self-service portal of the Estonian Police Board if your fingerprints on file are less than 6 years old. \n\n\n\nYou may update your fingerprints on file with the consul\, if you will need to renew a document in the next few years and your fingerprints are or will be outdated by then. This proactive step could save you a future trip to New York or Washington! The service is free of charge. \n\n\n\nPlease note: Fees will change at the beginning of April\, those utilizing the mission in Chicago should see fees listed for after April 3 https://newyork.mfa.ee/state-fees/. Payments during consular mission must be made by cash or check – no credit cards will be accepted\, as we do not have a card processing terminal. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo schedule an appoint\, please contact Honorary Consul Mr. Siim Sööt\, tel. +1 (847) 372-7560 to schedule an appointment with the Consul for services\, such as passport and ID renewals\, first-time applications and updating your fingerprints \n\n\n\nFirst-time applicants may also call to inquire about how to apply. URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/estonian-consular-mission-to-chicago-area/ LOCATION:California CATEGORIES:Chicago,Estonia,Government of Estonia END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240412T235959 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 CREATED:20240305T035310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T124357Z UID:10168-1712534400-1712966399@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Baltic Advocacy Days 2024 DESCRIPTION:Join Estonians\, Latvians Lithuanians\, supporters and friends at this year’s Baltic Advocacy Days. Your voice matters\, so be sure to participate in-person or via virtual meetings over Zoom. Registration deadline March 25. \n\n\n\nBaltic Advocacy Days consists of meetings coordinated by the Joint Baltic American National Committee (JBANC) between constituents and offices of the United States Congress to further the ties between the U.S. and the Baltic states. Meetings typically last approximately 20 -30 minutes with a goal of at least two-three meetings per participant.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\nVirtual meetings will be scheduled from Monday to Wednesday\, April 8 -10. In-person meetings will take place on April 11-12 (Thursday).  \n\n\n\nOur advocacy efforts for 2024 will be focused on these points: \n\n\n\n•    Security assistance to Estonia\, Latvia\, and Lithuania (Baltic Security Initiative\, Foreign Military Financing\, etc.) \n\n\n\n•    Ukraine security assistance necessary to help it defend itself against Russia \n\n\n\n•    Maintaining a strong NATO alliance and transatlantic relations  \n\n\n\n•    Other Ukraine-related legislation \n\n\n\nHelping defend Ukraine is to defend Baltic security\, U.S. interests and democracy around the world. Anyone interested in strengthening U.S.-Baltic relations and advocating for transatlantic security is encouraged to register or at least reach out (contacts listed below) for more information. No prior knowledge is required\, as talking points will be emailed to participants. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is open for Baltic Advocacy Days! Now is the opportunity to make your voice heard and to help speak out on issues of interest and concern to the Baltic American community. \n\n\n\n\nRegister today\n\n\n\n\nOur advocacy this year will be focused on strengthening U.S. Baltic relations through the Baltic Security Initiative and ensuring Ukraine has the funding needed to defend against the Russian invasion. \n\n\n\nApril 8 – Virtual Meetings \n\n\n\nApril 9 – Virtual Meetings \n\n\n\nApril 10 – Virtual Meetings \n\n\n\nApril 11 – In person meetings and reception (Washington DC) \n\n\n\nApril 12 – In person and virtual meetings \n\n\n\nWe encourage anyone interested in strengthening U.S.-Baltic relations to register. No prior knowledge is required! \n\n\n\nYou may register by filling out the google form through the QR code or through this link: https://forms.gle/Nd9aiNR4H3KmqBcK9 \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you during Baltic Advocacy Days! URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/baltic-advocacy-days-2024/ LOCATION:California CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Security,Security and Baltic Cooperation,Virtual gathering ORGANIZER;CN="Joint Baltic American National Committee (JBANC)":MAILTO:jbanc@jbanc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T140000 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 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:20240325T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240325T235959 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 CREATED:20240322T130028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T131808Z UID:10327-1711324800-1711411199@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Registration deadline: Baltic Advocacy Days DESCRIPTION:This is a crucial time to advocate loudly in support of Estonian\, Latvian\, and Lithuanian security interests. Your voice matters\, and your calls make an impact. The Joint Baltic American National Committee (JBANC) coordinates meetings between constituents and offices of the United States Congress to further the ties between the U.S. and the Baltic states. Talking points will be emailed to participants. We know the threats\, we must make them understood in DC. \n\n\n\nThis year’s Baltic Advocacy Days will take place from April 8-12\, 2024\, consisting of both in-person and virtual meetings over Zoom. Meetings typically last approximately 20 -30 minutes with a goal of at least two-three meetings per participant. \n\n\n\nVirtual meetings will be scheduled from Monday to Wednesday\, April 8 -10. \n\n\n\nIn-person meetings will take place on April 11-12 (Thursday). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur advocacy for 2024 will be focused on these points: \n\n\n\n•    Security assistance to Estonia\, Latvia\, and Lithuania (Baltic Security Initiative\, Foreign Military Financing\, etc.) \n\n\n\n•    Security assistance for Ukraine necessary to help it defend itself against Russia. \n\n\n\n•    Maintaining a strong NATO alliance and transatlantic relations. \n\n\n\n•    Other Ukraine-related legislation. \n\n\n\nWe encourage anyone interested in strengthening U.S.-Baltic relations and advocating for transatlantic security to fill out the form below. No prior knowledge is required\, as talking points will be emailed to participants. \n\n\n\nClick Here to Register URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/registration-deadline-baltic-advocacy-days/ LOCATION:California CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Community,Online Discussion,Security and Baltic Cooperation,Ukraine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/2024-Advocacy-Days-QR.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Joint Baltic American National Committee (JBANC)":MAILTO:jbanc@jbanc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T180000 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 CREATED:20240312T040238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T040404Z UID:10231-1711216800-1711216800@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Live Music & Dance Show "Dawn till Dusk" by Diina Tamm & Valev Laube DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nDirected 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. \n\n\n\nWe welcome you to join us for this multisensory exploration of life’s cycles. \n\n\n\n5 PM – Doors Open6 PM – Performance/Showtime7:15 PM – Meet & Greet Downstairs \n\n\n\nNote: Suitable for Estonian speakers and non-Estonian speakers alike\, great for audiences of all ages. URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/live-music-dance-show-dawn-till-dusk-by-diina-tamm-valev-laube/ LOCATION:New Yorgi Eesti Maja/ New York Estonian House\, 243 E 34th Street\, New York City\, New York\, 10016\, United States CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Education,Estonia,Estonian Culture,Family activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Dawn-til-dusk-postr-2024-NY.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240316T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240316T110000 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 CREATED:20240201T044138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240304T161331Z UID:9991-1710586800-1710586800@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Annual Meeting of the Estonian Archives in the U.S. DESCRIPTION:THIS MEETING HAS BEEN POSTPONED. New date to be determined. Member organizations and delegates reconvene in Lakewood\, NJ for part 2 of its 2023 Annual Meeting. \n\n\n\nThe Estonian Archives in the U.S. are a registered 501c3 nonprofit organization. URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/annual-meeting-of-the-estonian-archives-in-the-u-s/ LOCATION:Estonian Archives\, 607 E 7th Street\, Lakewood\, New Jersey\, 08701\, United States CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonia END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240308T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240310T235959 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 CREATED:20240125T061133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T204316Z UID:9945-1709856000-1710115199@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Think S*N*O*W! Esto Ski Weekend @ China Peak\, CA DESCRIPTION:China Peak has received 5 inches since yesterday(Jan 23)\, for a season total of 5 feet of snow! With China Peak’s new snow-making system\, on top of this base\, we are guaranteed to have an amazing weekend!As expected\, rooms in the lodge are filling up fast\, so we encourage everyone to claim their room ASAP. The online reservation system is working nicely. and you can book your room athttps://www.skichinapeak.com/the-inn-at-china-peak\, or by calling  (559) 233-1200 to book your room.Some of us will already be arriving on Thursday. We look forward to seeing you all there for what will be an amazing weekend!Think Snow!Heidi and Andres URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/think-snow-esto-ski-weekend-china-peak-ca/ LOCATION:China Peak Skiresort\, 59265 Highway 168\, Lakeshore\, CA 9363\, Lakeshore\, California\, 93634 CATEGORIES:Community,Sports ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/esto-skiitrip-chinapeak.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240307T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240307T213000 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 CREATED:20240304T172636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T205622Z UID:10145-1709841600-1709847000@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:IN FOCUS with EANC: Estonian Consular Services in the U.S. after Consulate Closures. DESCRIPTION:IN FOCUS:  Estonian Consular Services in the U.S. after Consulate Closures \n\n\n\nThe Estonian American National Council is hosting a follow-up virtual session on Thursday\, March 7\, beginning at 8 pm Eastern\, to discuss important information regarding consular services upon the upcoming closing of the Estonian consulates in New York and San Francisco. The purpose of the session is to provide information about how consular and related services will be provided after the closures\, including by the network of honorary consuls. (The session’s purpose is not to review the closure decision itself).  \n\n\n\nThe session will cover: \n\n\n\n\nConsular services available to Estonian Americans\n\n\n\nExpected changes in how services will be provided due to the closures\n\n\n\nThe timeline for transition of services\n\n\n\nQ & A\n\n\n\n\nEANC is honored to welcome our four distinguished panelists – Deputy Chief of Mission Margus Särglepp (Estonian Embassy in Washington\, DC)\, Consul General Maria Belovas (Consulate\, San Francisco) \, Consul\, Acting Head of Mission Tarmo Punnik (Consulate\, NYC)\, and Honorary Consul Jaak Treiman.   \n\n\n\nWhile some details of this transition are still being worked out\, the Estonian American National Council looks forward to your participation in this opportunity to hear the latest information directly from representatives of the Estonian government\, and to bring your questions about how this might impact you and other Estonian Americans. \n\n\n\nAfter initial presentations by our panel members\, there will be opportunity for Q and A.  The session will be in both Estonian and English. Register here for the link. This is an extraordinary opportunity. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFOOKUSES: Eesti konsulaarteenused USA-s pärast konsulaadi sulgemist \n\n\n\nNeljapäeval\, 7. märtsil kell 20:00 – 21:30 (EST) \n\n\n\nAmeerika Rahvuskomiteel Ühendriikides on heameel kutsuda Teid osalema neljapäeval\, 7. märtsil\, algusega kell 20.00 Idaranniku ajajärgi\, virtuaalse järelistungil\, kus arutatakse olulist infot konsulaarteenuste kohta seoses Eesti konsulaatide peatse sulgemisega New Yorgis ja San Franciscos. Infotunni eesmärk on anda teavet selle kohta\, kuidas pärast sulgemist konsulaar- ja seonduvaid teenuseid osutatakse\, sealhulgas aukonsulite võrgustiku poolt. (Istungj eesmärk ei ole sulgemisotsuse enda läbivaatamine). Peale meie kutsutud külaliste ettekandeid\, on publikul võimalik esitada seotud küsimusi. \n\n\n\nInfotund käsitleb: \n\n\n\n• Konsularateenuste kättesaadavus Ameerikas olevate eestlastele \n\n\n\n• Eeldatavad muudatused teenuste osutamises seoses sulgemisega \n\n\n\n• Teenuste ülemineku ajakava \n\n\n\nPaneelis osalevad neli lugupeetud külalist – Suursaatkonna esinduse juhataja asetäitja Margus Särglepp (Eesti saatkond Washingtonis)\, peakonsul Maria Belovas (konsulaat\, San Francisco)\, konsul\, esinduse juhi kohusetäitja Tarmo Punnik (konsulaat\, NYC) ja aukonsul Jaak Treiman. \n\n\n\nKuigi mõned selle konsulaatide ülemineku üksikasjad on alles väljatöötamisel\, ootab ERKÜ teie osalemist sellel heal võimalusel kuulda värskeimat teavet otse Eesti valitsuse esindajatelt ning esitada oma küsimused selle kohta\, kuidas võimalikud muudatused puudutavad teid ja teisi eesti ameeriklased. Pärast meie paneeliliikmete esmaseid ettekandeid on võimalik esitada küsimusi. Virtuaalne programm viiakse läbi eesti ja inglise keeles. Registreerimine on nüüd avatud. (Registreerijatele saadetakse osalemiseks link.) URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/eanc-to-host-estonian-officials-on-march-7-for-online-discussion-about-future-consular-services-in-the-u-s/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Virtual gathering ORGANIZER;CN="Estonian American National Council":MAILTO:erku@estosite.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240307T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240310T140000 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 CREATED:20231220T053146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T204120Z UID:9667-1709809200-1710079200@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:2024 ESTO SKI @ Mont-Tremblant DESCRIPTION:In its 70th anniversary year\, Eesti Spordiliit USAs invites you to celebrate with sports all year long! \n\n\n\nESTO 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMont-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. \n\n\n\nWe hope to see you in Canada!   URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/2024-esto-ski-mont-tremblant/ LOCATION:Mont Tremblant Village\, Quebec\, CA CATEGORIES:Community,Family activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/estoski_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Eesti Spordiliit USAs / Estonian American Amateur Athletes Association":MAILTO:info@eaaasport.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240304T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240318T235959 DTSTAMP:20260405T194214 CREATED:20240304T054523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T171534Z UID:10140-1709510400-1710806399@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Boston Baltic Film Festival (virtual) DESCRIPTION: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! \n\n\n\nEANC is a proud support of this event. \n\n\n\nThe full line-up of 20 critically acclaimed films offered from Estonia\, Latvia\, and Lithuania can be seen on the website: www.bostonbalticfilm.org \n\n\n\nTickets and passes for virtual screenings on sale now. \n\n\n\n\nBox Office\n\n\n\n\nThe 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. URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/botson-baltic-film-festival-virtual-festival/ LOCATION:California CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonia,Estonian Culture,Family activities,Latvia,Lithuania END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR