Virtual Book Club Meeting
2026-01-25 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | California
You are cordially invited to the annual book club hosted by the Foundation for Estonian Arts and Letters.11:00 EDT – discussion in small groups12:00 EDT – Q&A with Tõnu Õnnepalu led by Sirje Kiin

Book can be orderedin English: Amazon (https://a.co/d/1WMDqwy)in Estonian: Rahva raamat (https://rahvaraamat.ee/…/klassika-ja…/piiririik/1851822)

Please add your name and state when registering, regsitration deadline is January 18, 2026 6pm EDT info@estonianculture.org

Olete oodatud meie iga-aastasele virtuaalseld raamatuklubile11:00 EDT – arutelu väikestes gruppides12:00 EDT – kohtumine Tõnu Õnnepaluga. Kohtumist viib läbi Sirje Kiin.Raamatut saab tellida:Ingliskeeles: Amazon (https://a.co/d/1WMDqwy)Eestikeeles: Rahva Raamat (https://rahvaraamat.ee/…/klassika-ja…/piiririik/1851822)

Registreerida palume hiljemalt 18. jaanuariks, 2026 kell 18:00 EDT info@estonianculture.orgRegistreerides palume lisada oma nimi ja osariik.

Webinar: Power Up, Ukraine
2026-02-06 12:00 - 13:00 | California
A Message from our partners at UCCA:

As we approach the fourth anniversary of russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the Ukrainian Congress Committee of America (UCCA) is launching a national advocacy campaign entitled: #SupportUkraine: Restore Power. Punish War Crimes.

The focus of the campaign is on restoring Ukraine’s energy infrastructure and holding russia accountable for its systematic attacks on civilians. Please join the campaign’s opening event — a virtual webinar titled “POWER-UP Ukraine,” hosted by UCCA’s Emergency Energy Task Force on Friday February 6th at 12pm EST.

The webinar will bring together leading U.S. and Ukrainian experts to examine the impact of russia’s attacks on Ukraine’s energy sector, the implications for Ukraine’s economy and civilian population, and the urgent need for sustained international engagement.

TO REGISTER, click on the link below or use the QR code on the infographic above:

Register for the POWER UP UKRAINE webinar here

Please join in this important discussion about Ukraine’s critical needs and how best you can assist!

Reminder! Matching donations for Ukraine campaign! Send us a donation earmarked for support of Ukraine, and we will match* it, sending on to our Ukrianian partners, UCCA. *up to $10,000 in total

Virtual lnfo Session: Baltic Advocacy Days & the Current Baltic Security Environment
2026-02-12 19:00 - 20:30 | California
Interested in attending Baltic Advocacy Days? Want the latest updates on U.S.–Baltic security? Join us for a virtual Baltic Advocacy Days Information Session on February 12 at 7:00 PM ET.

JBANC hosts this virtual information session in preparation for Baltic Advocacy Days 2026 (March 16 – 18 in Washington, DC).

The session will feature Jason Moyer, a foreign policy analyst specializing in transatlantic relations, who will provide an overview of the current Baltic security environment. Lee Allen, of JBANC, will outline the goals of Baltic Advocacy Days and what participants can expect.

Jason C. Moyer is a foreign policy professional with over a dozen years of experience specializing in transatlantic relations, transatlantic security, the European Union, NATO, the Nordics, the Baltics, France, and the OSCE. He teaches on the Nordic and Baltic regions for the Foreign Service Institute, the training institution for diplomats in the US government. He is a Fellow for the Transatlantic Leadership Network and an Associated Researcher for the Latvian Institute of International Affairs. Jason is a non-resident fellow at the Atlantic Council and Program Director of Foreign & Security Policy at Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung.

Register for the BAD2026 Info Session

Learn more about Baltic Advocacy Days

Learn more about JBANC

Celebrating Estonian Independence Day: Connecticut
2026-02-21 16:00 | Georgina´s, 275 Boston Tnpk., Andover, 06043
You are cordiall invited!

Join the Connecticut Estonan Society for a full program, dinner, and festivities in celebration of Estonia´s Independence Day! The program features Consul Tarmo Punnik of the Estonian EMbassy in Washington, DC, who will also be available for consular services.

Other guest speakers include

Samuel Kramer, Ph.D., – Estonian Research experienceLelde Luika, Ph.D. – Juris Padegs Postdoctoral Associate, Baltic Studies Program, Yale University

Like any good Etsonian party we will have good food, some singing and dancing, cash bar, raffle and more.

Music entertainment by DJ Kristjan Karu. .

TIckets may be purchased by emailing mtlaan@att.net

Rally for Ukraine
2026-02-22 14:00 | California
This rally in support of Ukraine will be held at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC.

All Balts are called to arrive at the Lincoln Memorial at 1:30 pm and are encouraged to bring flags and signs.

Celbrating Estonian Independence: Los Angeles area
2026-02-22 14:00 - 17:00 | California
You are cordially invited to celebrate the 108th Anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Estonia on Sunday, February 22, 2026

Social Hour

Begins at 1 pm

Program

Program begins at 2 p.m.

Featured speaker: Ellen Valter, project lead of the KESKUS International Estonian Centre project

Performances by Los Angeles Estonians

Social Hour begins at 1 p.m., program commences at 2 p.m.

Program will be followed by lunch Admission by donation: Pre-purchase until Feb. 21: $25 for Estonian Society Members, $30 for non-members. At the door: $30 for Estonian Society Members, $40 for non-members

See you at the Los Angeles Estonian House: 1306 West 24th Street, Los Angeles, California

Koosviibimine algab kell 13:00, Programm kell 14:00

Peakõneleja: Ellen Valter, KESKUS projektijuht

Esinevad Los Angelese eestlased

Pärast ametlikku osa ootab Teid eestipärane toidulaud

Celebrating Estonian Independence Day: Boston, Massachusetts area
2026-02-22 15:30 - 19:00 | Nordic Hall, Scandinavian Cultural Center, 206 Waltham St, West Newton, Massachusetts
The Boston Estonain Society invites you to join them in celebrating the 108th anniversary of the Republic of Estonia! It will be a wonderful afternoon of community, culture, and celebration.

Uksed avame: 15:30 (3:30 PM)

Programm algab: 16:00 (4:00 PM)

Üritus lõpeb orienteeruvalt: 18:30–19:00 (6:30–7:00 PM)

To ensure a festive table for everyone, we are asking members to bring a dish to share. Please use the SignUpGenius link below to let us know what you plan to bring (salads, sandwiches, desserts, etc.).

The Great BES Kringel Competition! Do you have the best twist in town? We are hosting a Kringel Competition to crown Boston’s best baker! If you would like to enter your masterpiece, please indicate this on the sign-up sheet..

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044CADA929A7FCCE9-61704802-evapidu

Estonian Independence Day, EV108
2026-02-24 00:00 - 23:59 | California
ELAGU EESTI VABARIIK!

Long live the Republic of Estonia!

ESTOSKI 2026
2026-02-26 00:00 - 2026-03-01 23:59 | Mont Tremblant Village, Quebec, CA
With 2026 finally here, snowy days and alpine nights are just around the corner! The Estonian American Amateur Athletes invite you to the 62nd Annual ESTO Ski Trip. This year’s event calls participants to Mont Tremblant, Quebec, Canada, where Estonians from all around, plus their friends and family, will convene for community, culture and sport! EANC is a proud sponsor of this event.

Registration is officially open for the following:

Register for Downhill Race

Register for XC Fun Race

Register for Awards Party

Please review the details below for more updates…or you can always check out the event page!

Itinerary Snapshot & Registration Links

Full details of the weekend’s schedule can be found on our event page. Registration or tickets to an event are not required unless otherwise noted. As always, aitäh to our sponsors for making this special weekend possible: Eesti Üliõpilaste Toetusfond, Eesti Sihtkapital Kanadas, Eesti Rahvuskomitee Ühendriikides, & Eesti Abistamiskomitee USAs.

Thursday, February 26th

ESTO Ski Welcome Meetup | 7:00PM @ Fat Mardi’s

Friday, February 27th

Downhill Race | 10:00AM @ Nansen’s Pitch – Registration Required

Lunch Block | 11:30PM – 1:30PM @ Fat Mardi’s

EAAA Après Ski | 4:00PM – 7:00PM @ Fat Mardi’s

Saturday, February 28th

XC Fun Race | 10:00AM @ 309 chemin Claude-Léfèbvre – Registration Required

Family Waterpark Meetup | 1:30PM @ brind’O Aquaclub

ESTO Ski Group Photo | 4:30PM @ Behind Sommet Des Neiges Hotel

ESTO Ski Awards Party | 7:00PM @ Expedition Room – Camp de Base – Tickets Required

Notes from the Organizer:

Lodging & Lift Tickets

If you haven’t booked your accommodations yet, be sure to do so as soon as possible and take advantage of our discounted group lodging & lift ticket rates [20–40% off regular rack rates].

To make a reservation, simply call the toll-free number 1-877-966-6873 and identify yourself as part of the Estonian Ski Club to access our group rates. Our Group Booking Code for all properties is 2PB1PO. See attachment for details on rates & lift ticket prices.

Please note: discounted lift tickets must be tied to a sponsored hotel reservation. If you are staying in an Airbnb or with friends and call only to book lift tickets, you may be turned away. To work around this, you can ask friends who are staying in one of the sponsored hotels to help reserve your lift tickets.

You’ll find full daily details on our dedicated event page, along with extra perks like a discounted ESTO Spa Day at Auberge & Nordic Spa Beaux Rêves. As always, please don’t hesitate to email @ESTO Ski Trip Team with any questions or concerns.

Boston Baltic Film Festival, In person & virtual
2026-02-27 00:00 - 2026-03-23 23:59 | Emerson Paramount Center, Bright Family Screening Room, 559 Washington St., Boston, Massachusetts, 02111
In-person screenings: February 27 – March 1, Emerson Paramount Center

Join 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.

The 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.

Check out the full festival line-up here: Event Schedule — Boston Baltic Film Festival

Virtual screenings (different films): March 2 – 23. This year´s virtual screenings are accessible across the U.S. and Canada.

Contact: info@bostonbalticfilm.org

Celebrating Estonian Independence: San Francisco area
2026-02-28 19:00 | Latvian Hall, 425 Hoffman Ave, San Francisco, California, United States
Come celebrate the 108th anniversary of Estonian independence in San Francisco on Saturday, February 28! The event is co-hosted the San Francisco Estonian Society and Korp!Vironia USA Koondis.

Speakers include:

Dr. Maarja Merivoo-Parro is a public intellectual dedicated to exploring the history of mentality at the crossroads of culture and politics. She is a Fulbright scholar and Marie Curie fellow with extensive field work experience among Estonian communities from Abkhazia to Australia. Her most recent book received the Best European Learning Material Award BELMA at the 2025 Frankfurt Book Fair. Dr. Merivoo-Parro also bridges academia and society through documentary films, television and radio programs. In 2026, she is serving as Visiting Scholar at Stanford University.

Dr. Indrek Sarap is an active duty army officer of the Estonian Defence Forces with 25 years of experience in various command and staff positions, including deployments to Afghanistan in 2006 and Mali in 2013-2014. Indrek is an honour graduate of the Baltic Defence College and has a masters degree from the Estonian Military Academy. Indrek continues his research in military decision-making as a visiting scholar at Stanford University (CISAC) and as part of the Future of the Decision-Making project.

We also welcome ESTONIAN HONORARY CONSUL IN SAN FRANCISCO CHRISTINE MORGAN, partner in intellectual property law at Reed Smith. THE SAN FRANCISCO ESTONIAN COMMUNITY CHOIR will also perform.

A FESTIVE RECEPTION precedes the program, with COFFEE AND DESSERT to follow – join us for a spread of savory bites, dessert and coffee, a raffle, and socializing.

Tickets at the link – $35 in advance/$40 door

All tickets include Estonian Society membership this year!

Estonian Independence Day Celebration: Southern Florida
2026-03-01 16:00 | Finland House, 301 W Central Blvd, Lantana, Florida, 33462
You are cordially invited!

The Estonian National Association of Southern Florida invites you to celebrate the 108th anniversary of the Republic of Estonia!

Join us at Finland House, on Sunday, March 1st at 4 pm. Together, we will celebrate our ethnic pride, freedom, and our lasting Estonian spirit wherever we find ourselves. Come enjoy friendship and Estonian delicacies.

Complimentary glass of wine or beer for early arrivals

Hors d’oeuvres, Bar (cash only)

Program begins at 5 p.m.

Guest speaker: Congressional liaison Karl-Gerhard Lille

Eha Urbsalu intorduces her new film Etude of Life.

Musical performance by pianist David Duebendorfer

Dinner: Traditional Estonian buffet, coffee, dessert

Olete oodatud!

Eesti Vabariigi 108. iseseisvuspäeva tähistamisele!

Tulgem kokku, et tähistada meie rahvust, vabadust ja kestvat Eesti vaimu – ükskõik kus me ka ei viibiks, ning nautida sõprust ja eesti toitu.

Pühapäeval, 1. märtsil 2026

kell 16.00 – Kogunemine ja vastuvõtt

Varakult saabujatele tasuta klaas veini või õlut.

Valik maitsvaid suupisteid.

Avatud baar, vôimalik maksta ainult sularahas!

kell 17:00 – Programm

Külaliskôneleja – kongressi kattev poliitkanôunik Karl-Gerhard Lille

Eha Urbsalu tutvustab ja näitab klippe oma uuest filmist “Etude of Life”

Muusikalisi vahepalasid esitab pianist David Duebendorfer

Õhtusöök: Külmlaud maitsvate Eesti toitudega

Järgneb kohv, tee ja magustoit

Pileteid saab osta kas läbi Zelle: floridaeesti@gmail.com

vôi Square: https://estonian-national-association-of-sf.square.site/

või saatke tšekk ENAOSF-le aadressil: 148 Parey Island Pl, Jupiter, FL 33458.

Palume kôik piletid osta hiljemalt 24.veebruariks!

Uksel piletimüüki ei toimu.

Täname! Peatse kohtumiseni!

Boston Baltic Film Festival: Virtual
2026-03-02 00:00 - 2026-03-23 23:59 | California
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.

EANC 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.

View the full line-up and buy passes here

Call for Candidates to the XXIV Estonian American National Council
2026-03-12 00:00 - 2026-04-23 23:59 | California
Applications are now being accepted for candidacy to the XXIV Estonian American National Council.

The Estonian American National Council (EANC / Eesti Rahvuskomitee Ühendriikides, ERKÜ) is a nationally elected body of volunteers, and its strength comes from the participation and engagement of our community.

If you are an Estonian American interested in sharing your experience, representing your fellow Estonian Americans, and making a meaningful impact, consider a run for the Estonian American National Council (Eesti Rahvuskomitee Ühendriikides, ERKÜ).

Eligible candidates must be Estonian by descent, or a family member of such an individual, or a resident member of the Estonian American community through family relations. Eligible candidates must be legal residents of the United States and must be at least 21 years old.

Application forms, instructions and further information can be obtained from the EANC website, www.estosite.org; from the Election Committee co-chairs Lya Karm and Maria Pedak-Kari (EANC2026election@estosite.org), or by writing to EANC at erku@estosite.org.

Council members come from across the United States and represent many generations and walks of life within the Estonian diaspora. We believe the Council is strongest when it reflects this diversity of perspectives—across geography, generations, professions, and experiences—because each voice contributes to the shared goal of serving the Estonian American community.Since 1952, the Council has worked to help preserve Estonian heritage, strengthen cultural ties and support the Estonian community in the United States, and to advocate for the interests of Estonian Americans and a free and secure, democratic Estonia.

Serving on the Council is an opportunity to contribute your ideas, experience, and energy to the future of our community. We encourage members of the Estonian American community to consider becoming candidates and helping shape the next chapter of this work.

Council members are elected for a four-year term. Council size may vary from 20 – 50 members, depending on the number of candidates. The Council meets at least once a year, usually in Fall, to review past activities and to vote on the upcoming year’s budget and activity plan. Council members are invited to serve on a number of committees or initiatives during their term.

The Council’s mission is to help preserve, support, and promote Estonian cultural heritage; to foster ties with and to represent the interests of Estonian Americans and their organizations; and to stand for Estonian American interests and those of a democratic and free Estonia.

Application Period for Global Estonian Youth Envoys Summer School in Estonia
2026-03-16 00:00 - 2026-05-05 23:59 | California
Be a global citizen, but stay Estonian!

Be a global citizen, but stay Estonian!

The 2026 Global Estonian Youth Envoys Summer School in Estonia runs from July 26 – August 2, 2026.

The world is changing, and Estonia with it. We invite you to spend a week seeing and experiencing Estonia’s life and character for yourself — its beauty and its challenges. In doing so, you can become an Estonian youth envoy abroad, knowing the country first-hand, introducing it to others, and opening up avenues for cooperation with Estonia. You will also gain an overview of work and study opportunities in Estonia.

What awaits you?

How does the Estonian state function?We will visit the country’s most important institutions and meet the people who lead the state and shape foreign and security policy every day.

How is the country defended when necessary? The Defence Forces will give us a glimpse into their daily life.

Start-ups and unicorns. How is Estonia’s economy actually faring? Experts will share their insights.

Estonian universities and the labour market. What if I wanted to come to Estonia to work or study…? You will hear about study opportunities at universities and visit companies.

E-state and the AI leap. Is Estonia still a “tiger” — and should it be?

From the wonderful music of Arvo Pärt to Seto leelo singing and the smoke sauna, to the Krulli quarter (come and see where Krulli is, if you don’t know)

And finally…If you ever feel like simply talking about life and Estonia with someone, this is the place — by the campfire, on a bog hike, or simply out on a stroll.

Who are we looking for?

You can apply to the summer school if you are aged 18–30, have Estonian roots, and were born abroad and/or have lived outside Estonia for at least five years. The programme is in Estonian, but we will accommodate the need for English interpretation where possible.

What costs are covered by the programme?

Accommodation in Tallinn (single room)Accommodation outside Tallinn (shared rooms)Breakfast at the hotel and lunches and dinners according to the programmeEvents and transport within EstoniaReturn flights to Tallinn if necessary (in accordance with European Union limits)

Application

Send your CV, completed application form and a free-form essay of up to one page on the topic “My Estonia” in Estonian or English to suvekool@mfa.ee by May 5th at the latest.

Further details are available here — please make sure to read them before applying.

Organizers:

BALTIC ADVOCACY DAYS 2026
2026-03-16 08:00 - 2026-03-18 17:00 | Capitol HIll
The Joint Baltic American National Committee (JBANC) hosts the 9th annual Baltic Advocacy Days in Washington, D.C., from March 16 – 18, 2026. During Advocacy Days, Baltic Americans and friends of the Baltics meet with their congressional offices to support strengthening the U.S.–Baltic security relationship and curbing Russian aggression. Advocacy Days is not only an opportunity to inform congressional offices about the importance of Baltic security issues, but also a celebration of the Baltic diaspora and the policy stakeholders in Washington who work to build a strong U.S.–Baltic relationship.

No advocacy experience is required to take part in Advocacy Days. Before meetings, participants will have the opportunity to join panel discussions and briefings on the most pertinent security issues in the Baltic region. Participants are also invited to receptions and networking opportunities that bring together our communities and celebrate Baltic culture.

Registration is now open!

Register here for the 2026 Baltic Advocacy Days (in-person advocacy)

Sign up for the Baltic Call to Action Unit here

Sign up for the Baltic Call to Action Unit for the latest advocacy updates.

We look forward to welcoming you all to Washington!

Why attend? Make Your Voice Count

The most proven way to create political change is to meet with Congressional offices in Washington. JBANC provides the information and organizes the meetings. The only thing we require is your participation!

Meet one-on-one with your congressional representatives to highlight the strategic importance of Baltic security and advocate for a strong U.S.–Baltic partnership in countering Russian aggression.

Connect with Latvians, Estonians, and Lithuanians who share a commitment to Baltic security and strengthening transatlantic ties through coordinated advocacy.

Celebrate the Baltic diaspora alongside policymakers and stakeholders in Washington who are actively engaged in building and sustaining a resilient U.S.–Baltic relationship.

No experience? No Problem

No prior advocacy experience is required to take part in Advocacy Days. JBANC provides guidance and support throughout the entire process.

Pre-Meeting Policy Education: Expert-led sessions prepare participants with context on the most critical Baltic security topics.

Detailed Briefing Materials: Participants receive concise briefing papers to ensure they are well prepared and aligned on key messages.

In- Meeting Expert Support: Each meeting is supported by a subject-matter expert who helps guide the discussion and reinforce key policy priorities.

Advocacy Days Agenda

Day 1 focuses on learning and networking, while Days 2 and 3 center on direct engagement with congressional leaders.

Day 1 – Learning and Networking: Panel discussions, training sessions, and networking opportunities with Washington, D.C.–based stakeholders and fellow advocates, designed to prepare participants for effective congressional engagement.

Days 2 & 3 – Direct Advocacy: Structured meetings with congressional offices and advocacy-focused receptions centered on Baltic security.

Please note, training and reception locations are typically confirmed approximately two weeks before Advocacy Days, and meetings with congressional offices are finalized one week prior. Once confirmed, detailed schedules are emailed to all participants.

Questions?

Questions about Baltic Advocacy Days? We would love to hear from you. Email us at leeallen@jbanc.org. Attend a Baltic Advocacy Days Information Session. Next session is February 12 at 7pm ET. Register here for information session.

What is required?

Participants in advocacy days must be physically present in Washington D.C. to partake in meetings with their Congressional office. We require participants to be available on March 17 at a minimum.

Our office will work with your availability and schedule meetings accordingly during your time in Washington.

leeallen@jbanc.org

Estonian Cultural Days 2026
2026-04-03 00:00 - 2026-04-05 23:59 | New Yorgi Eesti Maja /New York Estonian House, 243 East 34th Street, New York City, New York, 10016

Estonian Cultural Days 2026
2026-04-03 00:00 - 2026-04-05 23:59 | California

Public Lecture: An Anomaly in the Realist World - Power of a Small Country
2026-04-08 18:30 - 20:00 | Bechtel Conference Center, Encina Hall, 616 Jane Stanford Way, Stanford, California, United States
Stanford University and Vabamu Museum present this hybrid lecture

In person and online

About the event: Lithuania is a country with a millennia-long history and a very strongly developed sense of independence and statehood. Ever since Lithuania declared its independence in 1990, a country of just 2.8 million has stood in support of freedom fighters everywhere. When Russia started the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Lithuania became a model of support, sending equipment, taking in thousands of refugees, and standing with Ukraine on the diplomatic front. It is no secret that if Putin were to shift his march of aggression westward, the Baltic states, and among them Lithuania, could become a potential target. For realists in this world, it is a natural flow of history: the strong do what they can, and the weak suffer what they must. But it is clear that Lithuania is not preparing for demise; it shows that a small country can wield power that is not calculated in numbers of people, square kilometres of territory, or military divisions. In this lecture, Gabrielius Landsbergis will explore what gives a small country its power.

About the speaker: Gabrielius Landsbergis, formerly the minister of foreign affairs of the Republic of Lithuania, is the Bernard and Susan Liautaud Visiting Fellow at FSI, effective September 15, 2025.

As a Liautaud Fellow, Landsbergis will be deeply enmeshed in the daily intellectual life of the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies, (FSI), with simultaneous affiliations with The Europe Center (TEC), and the Center on Democracy, Development and the Rule of Law (CDDRL).

Prior to his appointment at Stanford, Landsbergis served as the minister of foreign affairs of the Republic of Lithuania. Previously, he was the chairman of the Homeland Union Party while concurrently a member of the Lithuanian Parliament. Before assuming these roles, Landsbergis was also a member of the European Parliament and began his career as a diplomat for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Lithuania.

Landsbergis’ tenure serving as Minister of Foreign Affairs was defined by a value-based approach to foreign policy. During his time in office, he cemented deepening transatlantic relations, sustained support for Ukraine, and the elevation of global partnerships as strategic pillars of Lithuania’s foreign policy.

All CISAC events are scheduled using the Pacific Time Zone.

No filming or recording without express permission from speaker.

Lecture: Energia, AI ja julgeolek
2026-04-16 19:30 - 20:30 | New Yorgi Eesti Maja /New York Estonian House, 243 East 34th Street, New York City, New York, 10016
NY Eesti Haridusselts ja noortejuhatus kutsuvad teid Tallinna Tehnikaülikooli loengule:

„Energia, tehisintellekt ja julgeolek: milliseid insenere vajab uuenev maailm ja mida Eesti selleks teeb“

Elinor Toming, TalTechi Arengufondi büroo juhataja, tutvustab võimalusi välismaalastele õppimiseks Eestis.

(Loeng toimub eesti keeles)

Meil on õnn elada hetkes, milles muutuvad ühekorraga nii majanduslikud, tehnoloogilised kui ka geopoliitilised süsteemid. Teisisõnu on tegemist radikaalse paradigma muutusega, kus tehisaru ei ole enam üks paljudest järjekordsetest uutest tehnoloogiatest vaid vältimatult realiseeruv kõikehõlmav infrastruktuur.

Tehisaru ei kasvata majandust iseenesest. Selle muudavad väärtuseks inimesed, kes oskavad seda siduda energiasüsteemide, tootmise, kaitse, taristu ja teiste keeruliste füüsiliste ning reguleeritud süsteemidega. Selle töö teevad päriselus ära insenerid, kelle roll maailmas muutub üha olulisemaks.

Tallinna Tehnikaülikooli strateegilise juhtimise ja rahvusvahelise äri külalislektor Ergo Metsla räägib oma ettekandes, milliseid oskuseid uuenev maailm vajab. Juttu tuleb tehisintellekti mõjust, Eesti digiriigi järgmise arenguhüppe võimalustest ning riskist Euroopa võib AI arengus maha jääda. Lisaks ka sellest, mida Eesti peab kohe ja lähiaastatel tegema, et mitte rongist maha jääda ning milline on tehnikaülikooli roll selles ning mis samme on ülikool teinud.

TalTechi Arengufondi büroo juhataja Elinor Toming tutvustab võimalusi välismaalastele (seal hulgas erisused väliseestlastele) õppimiseks Eestis. Millised on variandid – semester, aasta või täisõpe –, milline on rahaline pühendumus ning milliseid stipendiume ja toetusi on võimalik taotleda. Samuti avab Elinor, kuidas on TalTech seotud ettevõtluse ja kiiresti arenevate tehnoloogiavaldkondadega, pakkudes praktilist ja rahvusvahelist õpikogemust. Ettekandes saab ülevaate ka sellest, millist väärtust annab Eestis õppimine nii karjäärivõimaluste kui ka sidemete loomise vaates.

Arengufondi kaudu on võimalus TalTech üliõpilastel kandideerida erasektori stipendiumitele. Viimase nelja aastaga on antud välja ligi 900 stipendiumi pea 2 miljoni euro väärtuses.

Preliminary List of Candidates to EANC's XXIV Announced
2026-05-07 08:00 - 17:00 | California
Estonian Americans interested in joining the Estonian American National Council can apply to be a candidate by submitting their completed application to eanc2026elections@estosite.org no later than April 23rd.

Read more about the Estonian American National Council and how to get involved here.

Download application here

EANC presents: A Virtual Forum with Estonia's Ambassador Kristjan Prikk
2026-05-18 20:30 - 22:00 | Online
Our Council is honored to once again welcome Estonian Ambassador to the United States Kristjan Prikk for a virtual forum and discussion with the Estonian community in the United States.

We warmly invite Estonian Americans to this online event with Estonian / European Security and Transatlantic Relations with Ambassador Kristjan Prikk, who has been Estonia’s representative to the U.S. for the past four years and will soon be departing.

Register here

Introductory remarks wil be made by EANC President Mai-Liis Bartling.

Ambassador Prikk will open the evening with focused remarks on two of the most pressing topics in today’s geopolitical landscape: The state of Transatlantic relations between Europe and North America, and Estonia’s perspective on European economy and security in today’s rapidly shifting environment.

Drawing on his firsthand experience in diplomacy and international relations, the Ambassador will offer an update on where things stand, how Estonia is preparing for uncertain times, and what it means for Estonians in the U.S. Ambassador Prikk will also reflect on his own time in the United States, sharing his own observations.

The Ambassador’s remarks will be followed by a Q & A session, moderated by Maia Linask, Vice President of EANC.

Don’t miss this important opportunity to hear directly from the Ambassador, as he prepares to depart to his next assignment.

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Connecticut Estonian Society 75+1 Anniversary Celebration - Connecticuti Eesti Seltsi Juubelipidu!!
2026-06-06 17:00 - 23:59 | California
Honoring those before us, celebrating today, looking toward the future! Welcoming family and friends, new and old, from near and far!

Join the Connecticut Estonian Society for an evening of tributes and celebration and good old-fashioned fun! We could not be more pleased to announce that Riho Rõõmus and the Rõõmusbänd from Estonia will be performing for our entertainment – a night of dancing, laughing, and reminiscing.

Baltic-Nordic Choir Festival
2026-06-23 20:00 - 21:30 | Angelica Lutheran Church, 1345 S. Burlington Ave, Los Angeles, California, 90057
Estonian Mixed Choir Noorus will be performing at the first Baltic Nordic Choir Festival on Tuesday, June 23rd at 8:00 pm in Los Angeles, at the Angelica Lutheran Church. Alongside Noorus, the Los Angeles based Swedish Church Choir of LA and Keiju Kollektiv, as well as Beati Quorum from Santa Cruz will be performing at the festival.

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Eesti Segakoor Noorus esineb teisipäeval, 23. juunil, kell 20:00 esmakordsel Balti ja Põhjamaade Koorifestivalil Los Angeleses, Angelica Lutheran Church’is.

Festivalil astuvad üles ka Los Angelese Rootsi Koor, Keiju Kollektiv LA-st ja Beati Quorum Santa Cruzist.

Piletid

LEP2026 - West Coast Estonian Days 2026
2026-06-26 00:00 - 2026-06-28 23:59 | San Francisco, CA
Lääneranniku Eesti Päevad 2026

This summer, we invite you to join us in San Francisco for the West Coast Estonian Days!

A celebration of culture and the ways it connects us

What brings us together, across generations and across distances? Our theme is “Kultuur hoiab meid” or “Carried by Culture.” Culture is the braid of strands that come together – music, dance, language, community, history, and resilience – to which we all bring our own ideas, experiences, and sensibilities, but still are held together and sustained by what we share.

Welcome to new friends and old

For over 70 years, the festival has brought us together – especially from the Los Angeles, San Francisco, Portland, Seattle, and Vancouver Estonian communities – to sing, dance, and share our love for Estonian culture and language. Next year, we invite Estonians, Estonian-Americans, and friends of Estonia based anywhere in the world to join us in the City by the Bay for a meeting to celebrate the innovative and resilient spirit that unites us across generations.

PROGRAM:

Saturday | Rahvapidu in beautiful Marin County, an outdoor laulu-, tantsu-, ja külapidu in honor of Jaanipäev with a European village feel, for the whole family.

Sunday | Estonians cherish our language a living vehicle for arts and culture. The Festival of Words explores this through a variety of performances and activities. We will also share our culture with the local public at Union Square in a showcase of Estonian song and dance. We’ll close LEP2026 with an elegant Gala Evening, including dinner, special performances, dancing, and socializing.

Daily | Late evening pub nights (salakõrts), exhibits, opportunities for special meetings and gatherings, and kids’ activities!

LEP Festival Pass now on sale!

The LEP Festival Pass is now on sale – and from now through the end of February, it is available at a discount.

The pass will give you entrance to all events at the West Coast Estonian Days from Friday, June 26 to Sunday, June 28 – three fully packed days of song, dance, film, talks, networking, workshops, exhibits, the opening reception, folk festival, and more in San Francisco.

(The only exceptions are noted at the link – the Gala Concert is a separate ticket that we look forward to sharing more about in upcoming days. Transportation to the folk festival is also sold separately.)

Explore our brochure and look for announcements about our special guests in the coming days and weeks. As organizers, we are dedicated to bringing you an event that will feed you and connect you, with as many experiences as we can offer – we hope you will take advantage of this best price and join us in San Francisco.

PRE-EVENTS!

Thursday | Before the festival opens, join us for a film showing at the Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive.

Friday | We’ll host a Resilience Conference, a forum for hot topics and business networking before an Opening Reception on the 36th floor of the Grand Hyatt.

POST-ATTRACTIONS

Monday | After the festival, stay to enjoy a Wine Country Tour and the natural beauty and wine-tasting opportunities in the area of the Napa and Sonoma Valleys.

WHERE TO STAY

Introducing our festival accommodations. Located in the heart of the city on Union Square, the Grand Hyatt is the perfect jumping-off point for exploring San Francisco’s top attractions. Organizers are pleased to be able to offer a special rate starting at $174 during the festival. Take a virtual tour.

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This is your festival! Have an activity, idea, or connection to bring to the festival? Let us know!

Singers and dancers – we hope you will join us! If you are not yet in touch, please contact us for more information about performing opportunities.

Volunteer – Send us a message or join our WhatsApp group to get involved!

Estonian Scouting and Guiding International Jamboree in USA
2026-08-08 08:00 - 2026-08-16 17:00 | Järvemetsa, 71 Olev Drive, Jackson, NJ, 08527, United States
Kutse Suurlaagrisse!

Hellakesed, hundud, gaidid, skaudid, juhid! Meil on hea meel kutsuda teid Järvemetsa 70. sünnipäeva ja suurlaagri tähistamisele 2026. suvel!

We’re thrilled to invite you to this year’s Estonian Girl Guides and Boy Scouts Jamboree in celebration of Järvemetsa’s 70th Anniversary! We’re expecting a big turnout, with friends from across the USA, Eesti & Canada – including familiar faces from over the years, and plenty of new friends to meet!

We hope YOU will be there!

This year’s camp name, Ajakaja, is coincidentally [but fittingly] a palindrome, symbolizing the “echo of time.”

Ajakaja calls on us to honor our history, celebrate enduring traditions, and recognize the legacy carried forward by every generation of gaidid & skaudid.

As the years pass, the spirit of guiding and scouting endures, echoing across time.
