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Camp for Adult Estonian Compatriots in Estonia
2025-08-16 17:00 - 2025-08-24 16:59 (America/New_York) | Washington
This one-of-a-kind camp for adults takes place partially in Tallinn and partially out of town. The camp will welcome 30 young people of Estonian descent aged 18–30, including up to 24 participants living abroad and 6 from Estonia. Deadline to apply is May 4.

The camp aims to provide young people of Estonian origin living abroad with the opportunity to learn about life, study, and work opportunities in Estonia, as well as to deepen their knowledge of the Estonian language, culture, and history.

This is a great opportunity to strengthen ties with Estonia, visit cultural and historical sites, exchange experiences, and discover Estonia. Participants will learn about the government, educational opportunities, and business environment. During the camp program you will explore Estonian traditions, practice the language, and contribute to the preservation of Estonian culture and identity worldwide. The camp also offers an opportunity to build new friendships and networks among young people from Estonia and abroad.

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Participation in the camp is free of charge. However, participants should be prepared for some personal expenses, such as a few meals and any additional costs of their choice. Participants are responsible for covering their travel expenses to and from Tallinn and their health insurance.

To apply for the 2025 camp, please fill out the online registration form by May 04, 2025.

Please note that registration does not guarantee a place in the camp. Final confirmation of participation will be sent via email within two weeks after the registration ends. If there are more applicants than available camp places, priority will be given to those participants who live far away from Estonia, have not participated in the camp before (or have participated only 1-2 times) and have submitted a meaningful motivational letter.

We also encourage young people from Estonia with a good command of Estonian (level B2+) to register, as they will support language learning and help compatriots settle in during the camp.

Selected participants will sign an agreement confirming their awareness and commitment to actively engage in the camp’s activities. If a spot becomes available, it will be offered to the next person on the waiting list. Before attending the camp, please ensure that all travel documents are valid and that you have valid health insurance for Estonia.

The youth camp for adult Estonian compatriots is funded by the Ministry of Education and Research of Estonia.

Contact:

Marika SulgCompatriots Service Consultantmarika.sulg@integratsioon.ee

Täiskasvanud rahvuskaaslaste laager toimub 17.–24.08.2025 osaliselt Tallinnas ja osaliselt ööbimisega väljaspool linna.

Laagrisse on oodatud 30 Eesti juurtega noort vanuses 18–30 aastat, kellest kuni 24 elavad välismaal ja 6 Eestis ning kellel on soov avastada Eestit ja leida uusi sõpru.

Laagri eesmärk on tagada välismaal elavatele eesti päritolu noortele võimalus tutvuda Eesti elu, õppimis- ja töövõimalustega ning süveneda eesti keelde, kultuuri ja ajalukku.

See on suurepärane võimalus tugevdada sidet Eestiga, külastada kultuurilisi ja ajaloolisi paiku, jagada kogemusi ning avastada uusi võimalusi Eestis. Osalejad saavad tutvuda riigikorralduse ja riigiasutustega, õppimisvõimaluste ja ettevõtluskeskkonnaga. Laagri käigus avastame erinevaid traditsioone, õpime eesti keelt ning aitame kaasa eesti kultuuri ja identiteedi säilitamisele üle maailma. Laager pakub võimalust luua uusi sõprussuhteid ja võrgustikke nii Eestis kui ka välismaal elavate noorte vahel.

Laagris osalemine on tasuta. Arvestama peaks üksikute osaliste kuludega (mõni toidukord ja omal soovil lisakulud). Tallinnasse reisimise ja koju naasmise ning tervisekindlustusega seotud kulud katab osaleja ise.

Et registreerida 2025. aasta laagrisse, palun täida veebi-vorm kuni 04.05.2025.

Palun arvestada, et registreerimine ei taga kohta laagris ja lõpliku kinnituse laagris osalemise kohta saate e-posti teel kahe nädala jooksul peale registreerimise lõppemist. Kui soovijaid on rohkem kui kohti, eelistame osalejateks, kes pole varem laagris osalenud (või on osalenud vähesel määral), elab kaugemates riikides ning kelle motivatsioonikiri on sisukas ja põhjalik.

Ootame registreerima ka eesti keelt heal tasemel (B2+) oskavaid noori Eestist, kes toetaksid rahvuskaaslaste keeleõpet ja kohanemist laagris.

Valitud osalejatega sõlmime kokkuleppe, mis kinnitab osaleja teadlikkust ja valmisolekut panustada laagris korraldatud tegevustesse. Laagrikoha vabanemisel antakse laagrikoht varunimekirjas olevale järgmisele noorele.

Palun enne laagrisse tulemist jälgida, et kõik dokumendid reisimiseks on korrektsed ja samuti on oluline Eestis kehtiv tervisekindlustuse olemasolu.

Täiskasvanud rahvuskaaslaste laagrit rahastab Haridus- ja Teadusministeerium.

LISAINFO:

Marika SulgRahvuskaaslaste valdkonna nõustajamarika.sulg@integratsioon.ee

Estonian Scouts & Guides in USA Summer camp "METSAPIDU"
2025-08-09 00:00 - 2025-08-17 23:59 | Camp Järvemetsa, New Jersey, USA, 71 Olev Drive, Jackson, New Jersey, United States
Estonian guides and scouts of all ages gather for their annual summer camp: a week of educational and cultural activities set in the beautiful cedar and pine forest and along familiar forest paths of magical white sand. Lakewoodi valge liiv!

We are excited to announce that registration is officially open for Järvemetsa laager 2025. The name of this year’s suvelaager is: Metsapiduand it will take place August 9th – August 17th.We’ve got some other very exciting news…

EGM & ESM have invested in a brand new platform to help make registration smoother, more secure, and easily accessible year over year [your info will be securely saved so you don’t have to go searching for those vaccination records every year!]. We know there will be questions and bumps in the road with this new process, but we hope you are as excited about the change as we are! We also look forward to hearing your feedback.

Attached is a HOW TO document to walk you through how to complete your registration as well as an FAQ document to answer any initial questions you may have. To get started on setting up your account, you can head to this link. Please don’t hesitate to email @Lakewood Laager with any questions.

Registration is open through July 27th, 2025. An early bird discounted rate is available through June 22nd. Register NOW to take advantage of the significant discount & be sure to attend one of our Talgud // camp cleanup weekends to avoid to $100 fee at registration. Talgud is scheduled for June 14th & July 19th.For any juhid [counselors] or kitchen staff:

Please reach out to us directly to learn how to apply the proper discount code to ensure your special rate is applied at checkout. As always, you qualify for a discounted camp registration fee, but this will not be applied automatically. Please note: anyone who qualifies for a discounted rate must register through their own separate account i.e. cannot be part of a family registration with multiple members.

CALLING ALL LIFEGUARDS [or those interested…]

Laagri juhid are searching for volunteers 18+ to serve as lifeguards during laager. A valid certification is required, but if you are not currently certified – we are willing to pay! The joys and respite of Olev Järv will not be available to anyone if we cannot secure a minimum of 2 lifeguards for the week. Please reach out asap if you are interested.

For anyone 18+…Additional updates and changes for this year include a required Youth Protection Training for anyone 18 and over and background checks [run through the new platform] for all adults. If you have any questions about these new requirements, please email us!

Questions can be directed to camp leaders, nskm. Andrus Maandi & ngdr. Lia Tria via email: lakewoodlaager@gmail.com.

Important Notes:

Early bird pricing ends on June 22nd…After that, prices increase!

To begin your registration, head to this link!

Registration will be open through July 27th, 2025. Any forms/payment received after this date are subject to rejection // slots cannot be guaranteed after this date!

Talgud // Pre-camp cleanup weekend dates are scheduled for:

June 14th

July 19th

Summer School: Estonian Institute of Historical Memory
2025-08-03 00:00 - 2025-08-08 23:59 | Washington
The Estonian Institute of Historical Memory is inviting young people of Estonian heritage to attend a summer school from 3 to 8 August 2025. Applications are open to high school and undergraduate students until May 5.

The aim of the Summer School is to introduce young people to 20th-century Estonian history and give them an opportunity to visit their ancestral homeland and make new friendships with fellow students from all around the world.

During the five-day program, students will participate in a range of activities, including lectures by historians, interactive workshops and group discussions, study-visits to different museums and memorial sites. They will also explore historical landmarks, places of cultural significance and experience the natural beauty of Estonia during trips across the country.

The summer school starts and ends in Tallinn and includes a two-day trip to Tartu and Viljandi. The program features visits to the Estonian National Museum, Ennuksemäe Forest Brothers’ bunker, along with guided tours of Old Town Tallinn and the Memorial to the Victims of Communism and much more. Participants will also be warmly welcomed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and may take part in a private tour of the historic Estonian Knighthood House.

All activities throughout the summer school will be conducted in English.

Participation in the program is free of charge. All the local expenses of the participants are covered: accommodation, meals, transport and tours. Participants are expected to cover their own transportation costs to and from Tallinn.

Application deadline: May 5, 2025

All necessary information for applying can be found (in English) at:https://mnemosyne.ee/call-for-applications-2025-summer-school-for-students-with-estonian-roots/Contact: konkurss@mnemosyne.ee

Estonian Games (Lakewoodi Eesti Mängud): A weekend of Estonian camaraderie and sports
2025-08-01 08:00 - 2025-08-03 17:00 | Lakewood Estonian House/ Lakewoodi Eesti Maja, 4 Cross Street & E Veterans Hwy, Jackson, Connecticut, United States
The Estonian-American Amateur Athletes organization welcomes all Estonians and friends, young and old, to this 70-year tradition of culture and competition, held in the Lakewood area.

More information to come.

Lakewoodi Eesti Mängud 2025
2025-08-01 00:00 - 2025-08-03 23:59 | Lakewood Estonian House / Lakewoodi Eesti Maja, 4 Cross Street & E Veterans Hwy, Jackson, New Jersey, 08527, United States
SAVE THE DATE! Eesti Spordiliit USAs is gearing up for another unforgettable weekend of Estonian sports, culture, and community! Mark your calendars for Lakewoodi Eesti Mängud 2025!

This year’s schedule will be packed with all your favorite events including golf, bowling, track, pickleball, volleyball, and more! Whether you’re there to compete, reconnect, or simply soak up the good vibes, you won’t want to miss it!

Whether you’re competing, spectating, or just soaking up the fun, we hope to see you on August 1-3, 2025 (this weekend!) for Eesti Spordiliit USAs 71st annual Eesti Mängud weekend extravaganza!

Today is the LAST DAY to purchase discounted tickets. Prices will be higher at the gate, so be sure to get yours in advance. No need to print your ticket — we’ll check names at the gate. Physical proof will only be required if additional confirmation is needed. Buy Now!

Planning to participate in bowling, track, pickleball, or volleyball?If you plan to participate, please also complete the pre-registration form by the end of today so we have an accurate headcount and can plan accordingly. Pre-registration is required for these events to ensure we can accommodate all players.

A more detailed schedule of events is copied below. Any questions? Visit eaaasport.com for more information. Näeme varsti!

– Eesti Spordiliit USAs

Eesti Mängud 2025 Schedule of Events

Unless otherwise noted, all events will take place at Lakewood Eesti Maja

Friday, Aug 1st11:30 – Golf Scramble @ Lakewood CC18:00 – Lakewood Eesti Maja Kitchen & Bar Open19:00 – Bowling @ Finnigans Lanes – Please pre-register (link above)21:00 – Live Music by Stan Steele

Saturday, Aug 2nd8:30 – Track & Field @ Järvemetsa Laager – Please pre-register (link above)10:00 – Pickleball Novice Session – Please pre-register (link above)r12:00 – Volleyball – Please pre-register (link above)13:00 – Pickleball Intermediate Session – Please pre-register (link above)14:00 – Lakewood Eesti Maja Kitchen & Bar Open15:30 – Pickleball Open Play16:00 – Volleyball “Showcase”19:30 – “Valguspidu” & Awards Ceremony21:00 – Live Music by The Midnights23:30 – DJ Dance Party (into the early morning!)

Sunday, Aug 3rdAll Day – Surf & Sun Family Day at Jenk’s North Inlet Bar Area – Point Pleasant

Estonian Summer Camp at the Chicago Estonian House
2025-07-23 08:00 - 2025-07-27 17:00 | Chicago Eesti Maja / Chicago Estonian House, 14700 Estonian Ln, Riverwoods,, Illinois, 60015-3553
Chicago Estonian School welcomes Estonian children from around the US to this joyous Estonian summer camp. Camp counselors Kerttu Liisa Sepp and Tauno Tamm head this activity-rich day camp, which will feature art, music, sports, dancing musical instrument instruction, drama club, nature classes and singing! Plenty for everyone. Sign up

Registration deadline: Midnight on July 15.

For more information reach out by phone: (847) 347-5630, or email: kool@eestimaja.com

Registration deadline: Midnight on July 15.

Register here

Chicago Eesti Kooli korraldatud lastelaager kutsub teid!

Mis? Tore suvelaager lastele vanused 3 kuni 17.

Laagrit juhendavad Kerttu Liisa Sepp ja Tauno Tamm Eestist!

Registreerimine? ASAP! Kõik lapsed peavad registreeritud olema enne 15. Juuli keskööd kasutades seda linki SIIN. Kohad on piiratud, tahtjaid on palju, nii et soovitame vormi täita ASAP.

Kui on rohkem küsimusi, palun kirjuta emailile kool@eestimaja.com või helista Maiele (847-340-5630)

Teid ootab ees tore laager, päevad täis kunsti, sporti, mängu, tantsu, pilliõpet, teatrit, loodusõpet ja laulu!

Juhendajad Eestist: Kerttu Liisa Sepp ja Tauno Tamm

Lisainfo: 847-340-5630.või kool@eestimaja.com

EANC is proud to be a supporter of this wonderful camp!

Estonian Childrens Summer Camp in Chicago
2025-07-23 01:00 - 2025-07-28 00:59 | Chicago Eesti Maja / Chicago Estonian House, 14700 Estonian Ln, Riverwoods,, Illinois, 60015-3553
A fun day camp for Estonian children, with a wide range of activities: arts, sports, games, music, theater, nature studies, dance and more. Camp counselors from Estonia. Activities are held at the Chicago Estonian House.

EANC is a proud sponsor of this worthwhile summer camp that brings Estonians together from across the country.

Contact: 1 847 340 5630

85th Anniversary of the Welles Declaration
2025-07-23 00:00 - 23:59 | Washington
Comemorative event location and time to be announced shortly.

July 23rd will mark the 85th anniversary of the impactful Welles Declaration, which doutlined the United States policy of non-recognition of the Soviet takeover of the three Baltic countries. That year, the statement of the Acting United States Secretary of State Sumner Welles declared the occupation of the Baltic states by the Soviet Union illegal. This position, known as the Welles Declaration, became the basis for the U.S. policy of non-recognition of the annexation of the Baltic states.

We must continue to standing firmly for the sovereign self-determination of countries and the principles of international law, a conviction that is very relevant today, especially as we see Russia’s invasion and aggression against Ukraine and are witness to the illegal annexation of Ukrainian territories.

The Welles Declaration set a world-wide standard of non-recognition of the Baltic incorporation into the Soviet Union and helped Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania to preserve the continuity of state and to eventually restore their independence.

Due to the non-recognition of the occupation, diplomats of the Baltic countries were able to continue the work of their missions.

The Welles Declaration was largely inspired and drafted by Loy W. Henderson, who had visited Latvia as a Red Cross volunteer in 1919, and later on as a U.S. diplomat. The idea for a declaration was fully supported by Sumner Welles, who in 1940 served as Under Secretary of State.

Boston Estonian Society Get Together
2025-07-19 17:00 | Trillium Brewery, 100 Royall Street, Canton
Summer is here, and the Boston Estonian Society will be having our first “summer evening” this month!

Come join us at Trillium Brewing Company in Canton, Massachusetts. It’s a family-friendly spot. Plenty of room, central location. Food and drinks available on location for purchase.

Bring the family, come meet some new faces, or just catch up with old friends.

Date: Saturday, July 19, 2025.

Time: 5:00 PM.

Address: 100 Royall Street, Canton, MA

Website: https://trilliumbrewing.com/

Suvi on käes!

Meie esimene suveõhtu toimub juba sel kuul!

Saame kokku Trillium Brewing Company’s (Canton, Massachusetts). See on peresõbralik koht, kus on lahedalt ruumi ja hea keskne asukoht.

Süüa ja juua saab osta kohapealt. Võta pere kaasa, tule tutvu uute nägudega või aja lihtsalt juttu vanade sõpradega.

Otsige meid Eesti lipu järgi!

​

kuupäev: laupäev, 19. juuli, 2025

aeg: kell 17.00

aadress: 100 Royall Street, Canton, MA

kodulehe: https://trilliumbrewing.com/

Concert: Arsis Handbell Ensemble, Hershey, PA
2025-07-16 19:00 | First Methodist Church, 64 West Chocolate Ave, Hershey, Pennsylvania, 17033
EANC is proud to be a sponsor of this event. Join us on July 16 at 7 PM – First United Methodist Church, 64 W Chocolate Ave, Hershey, PA 17033

The 12-member Arsis Handbell Ensemble, conducted by Aivar Mäe, has been invited to perform at the prestigious “Pinnacle 2025” festival in Wichita, Kansas. This is one of the most important handbell music events in the United States, where performers are selected through a competitive application process. We are honored to represent Estonia on this international stage.

The concert tour will take place from July 5 to 18, 2025, featuring eight performances in the following cities: Baltimore (MD), Pittsburgh (PA), Louisville (KY), Wichita (KS), Alton (IL), Chicago (IL), Akron (OH), and Hershey (PA).

This tour is made possible with the support of the Estonian Cultural Endowment, the Estonian American National Council, AS Tallink Grupp, and GIGA Ehitus OÜ.

We’re excited to share Estonia’s unique handbell tradition with American audiences!

Tour Schedule and Venues:

– July 7 at 7 PM – Church of the Resurrection, 11525 Greenspring Ave, Timonium, MD 21093

– July 8 at 7 PM – Saints John and Paul Church – Cardinal DiNardo Center, 2586 Wexford Bayne Rd., Sewickley, PA 15143

– July 9 at 7 PM – Christ Church United Methodist, 4614 Brownsboro Rd., Louisville, KY 40207

– July 11 at 6 PM – Pinnacle 2025 Festival, Century II Performing Arts Center, 225 W Douglas Ave., Wichita, KS 67202

– July 12 at 7 PM – Benjamin Godfrey Memorial Chapel, 5800 Godfrey Rd., Godfrey, IL 62035

– July 13 at 6 PM – Christus Victor Lutheran Church, 1045 S. Arlington Heights Rd., Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

– July 15 at 7 PM – First Congregational Church of Akron – The Upper Room, 292 East Market St., Akron, OH 44308

– July 16 at 7 PM – First United Methodist Church, 64 W Chocolate Ave, Hershey, PA 17033

All concerts on the tour are free to attend. A free-will offering will be collected to help cover the tour expenses. The Wichita concert is part of the Pinnacle Festival – more information can be found here.

Estonian-American Choral Concert
2025-07-15 19:00 | 4515 16th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98105-4201, United States, 4515 16th Ave NE, Seattle, Washington, 98105-4201
Seattle Eesti Laulupidu!

An event not to be missed! The Seattle Estonian Society is delighted to invite you to an evening that brings a piece of Estonia’s beloved Song Festival tradition to Seattle! This is a rare chance to experience the powerful legacy of Estonian choral music that has united a nation for over 150 years. The Estonian Song Festival is more than a concert – it’s a celebration of identity, heritage, and community. And now, you can be part of that magic right here in Seattle!

CONCERT:

Tuesday, July 15 at 7:00 PM

Featuring performances by:– Estonian Radio Girls’ Choir (visiting from Estonia)– Tartu University Mixed Choir (visiting from Estonia)– Mägi Ensemble (USA)

After the concert, you are warmly invited to gather with the choir members by the Drumheller Fountain for casual conversation and community spirit.

Engtry is free of charge! Bring friends!

Concert: ARSIS Handbell Ensemble - Akron, OH
2025-07-15 19:00 | First Congregational Church of Akron, The upper room, 292 East Market St., Akron, Ohio, 44308
EANC is proud to present the US Tour of the Arsis Handbell Ensemble. Join us for an evening of free and uplifting music on July 15 at 7 PM – First Congregational Church of Akron – The Upper Room, 292 East Market St., Akron, OH 44308

The 12-member Arsis Handbell Ensemble, conducted by Aivar Mäe, has been invited to perform at the prestigious “Pinnacle 2025” festival in Wichita, Kansas. This is one of the most important handbell music events in the United States, where performers are selected through a competitive application process. We are honored to represent Estonia on this international stage.

The concert tour will take place from July 5 to 18, 2025, featuring eight performances in the following cities: Baltimore (MD), Pittsburgh (PA), Louisville (KY), Wichita (KS), Alton (IL), Chicago (IL), Akron (OH), and Hershey (PA).

This tour is made possible with the support of the Estonian Cultural Endowment, the Estonian American National Council, AS Tallink Grupp, and GIGA Ehitus OÜ.

We’re excited to share Estonia’s unique handbell tradition with American audiences!

Tour Schedule and Venues:

– July 7 at 7 PM – Church of the Resurrection, 11525 Greenspring Ave, Timonium, MD 21093

– July 8 at 7 PM – Saints John and Paul Church – Cardinal DiNardo Center, 2586 Wexford Bayne Rd., Sewickley, PA 15143

– July 9 at 7 PM – Christ Church United Methodist, 4614 Brownsboro Rd., Louisville, KY 40207

– July 11 at 6 PM – Pinnacle 2025 Festival, Century II Performing Arts Center, 225 W Douglas Ave., Wichita, KS 67202

– July 12 at 7 PM – Benjamin Godfrey Memorial Chapel, 5800 Godfrey Rd., Godfrey, IL 62035

– July 13 at 6 PM – Christus Victor Lutheran Church, 1045 S. Arlington Heights Rd., Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

– July 15 at 7 PM – First Congregational Church of Akron – The Upper Room, 292 East Market St., Akron, OH 44308

– July 16 at 7 PM – First United Methodist Church, 64 W Chocolate Ave, Hershey, PA 17033

All concerts on the tour are free to attend. A free-will offering will be collected to help cover the tour expenses. The Wichita concert is part of the Pinnacle Festival – more information can be found here.

Concert: Arsis Handbell Ensemble - Chicago area, IL
2025-07-13 00:00 - 23:59 | Christus Victor Lutheran Church, 1045 S Arlington Heights Rd, Elk Grove Village,, Illinois, 60007
EANC is a proud sponsor. Dear friends in the Chicago area, join us on July 13 at 6 PM – Christus Victor Lutheran Church, 1045 S. Arlington Heights Rd., Elk Grove Village, IL 60007.

The 12-member Arsis Handbell Ensemble, conducted by Aivar Mäe, has been invited to perform at the prestigious “Pinnacle 2025” festival in Wichita, Kansas. This is one of the most important handbell music events in the United States, where performers are selected through a competitive application process. We are honored to represent Estonia on this international stage.

The concert tour will take place from July 5 to 18, 2025, featuring eight performances in the following cities: Baltimore (MD), Pittsburgh (PA), Louisville (KY), Wichita (KS), Alton (IL), Chicago (IL), Akron (OH), and Hershey (PA).

This tour is made possible with the support of the Estonian Cultural Endowment, the Estonian American National Council, AS Tallink Grupp, and GIGA Ehitus OÜ.

We’re excited to share Estonia’s unique handbell tradition with American audiences!

Tour Schedule and Venues:

– July 7 at 7 PM – Church of the Resurrection, 11525 Greenspring Ave, Timonium, MD 21093

– July 8 at 7 PM – Saints John and Paul Church – Cardinal DiNardo Center, 2586 Wexford Bayne Rd., Sewickley, PA 15143

– July 9 at 7 PM – Christ Church United Methodist, 4614 Brownsboro Rd., Louisville, KY 40207

– July 11 at 6 PM – Pinnacle 2025 Festival, Century II Performing Arts Center, 225 W Douglas Ave., Wichita, KS 67202

– July 12 at 7 PM – Benjamin Godfrey Memorial Chapel, 5800 Godfrey Rd., Godfrey, IL 62035

– July 13 at 6 PM – Christus Victor Lutheran Church, 1045 S. Arlington Heights Rd., Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

– July 15 at 7 PM – First Congregational Church of Akron – The Upper Room, 292 East Market St., Akron, OH 44308

– July 16 at 7 PM – First United Methodist Church, 64 W Chocolate Ave, Hershey, PA 17033

All concerts on the tour are free to attend. A free-will offering will be collected to help cover the tour expenses. The Wichita concert is part of the Pinnacle Festival – more information can be found here.

Concert: Arsis Handbell Ensemble - Alton area, IL
2025-07-12 00:00 - 23:59 | Benjamin Godfrey Memorial Chapel, 5800 Godfrey Rd, Godfrey, Illinois, 62035
The ARSIS handbell ensemble performs for an audience in Godfrey, IL. Come one and come all!

Concert: Arsis Handbell Ensemble @ Pinnacle Festival 2025 - Wichita, KS
2025-07-11 00:00 - 23:59 | Century II Performing Arts Center, 225 W Douglas Ave., Wichita, Kansas, 67202
Arsis Handbell Ensemble to Perform at Prestigious Festival in the United States

The 12-member Arsis Handbell Ensemble, led by conductor Aivar Mäe, has been selected toperform at Pinnacle 2025, one of the most renowned handbell music festivals in the UnitedStates. Held in Wichita, Kansas, the festival features only top ensembles chosen through acompetitive selection process. It is a great honor for Arsis to represent Estonia on thisinternational stagThe concert tour will take place from July 5 to 18, 2025, with performances in eight U.S. cities:Baltimore (MD), Pittsburgh (PA), Louisville (KY), Wichita (KS), Alton (IL), Chicago (IL), Akron(OH), and Hershey (PA). The tour program includes works that showcase the ensemble’stechnical skill and musical artistry, while also introducing audiences to Estonia’s rich musicalheritage. Estonian composers featured in the program include Heino Eller, Arvo Pärt, andTõnu Kõrvits. All concerts are free of charge.The Arsis Handbell Ensemble is a unique phenomenon in Estonian musical culture and hasbeen active for nearly 32 years. The ensemble has proven its high artistic level both at homeand abroad, having performed in countries across the globe, including China, the UnitedStates, Canada, Israel, and most European countries. The 12 performers taking part in the U.S.tour are all graduates of the Arsis Handbell School and were selected for the concertensemble through a competitive process.

The tour is made possible with the support of The Estonian American National Council(EANC), AS Tallink Grupp, GIGA Ehitus OÜ, and the Estonian Cultural Endowment.

Concert: Arsis Handbell Ensemble in Louisville, KY
2025-07-09 00:00 - 23:59 | Christ Church United Methodist, 4614 Brownsboro Rd, Louisville, Kentucky, 40207
It’s not everyday that an Estonian handbell ensemble performs in Kentucky. A good opportunity for some Estonian culture.

EANC is proud to be a sposnor of this tour.

Concert: Arsis Handbell Ensemble in Pittsburg area, PA
2025-07-08 19:00 | Saints John and Paul Church, Cardinal Dinardo Center, 2586 Wexford Bayne Rd., Sewickley, Pennsylvania, 15143
As a Proud sposnor, EANC is pleased to present

the Estonian handbell ensemble ARSIS. Join us for a concert on July 8, at the Saints John and Paul Church – Cardinal Di Nardo Center, 2586 Wexford Bayne Rd., Sewickley, PA 1143

Concert: Arsis Handbell Ensemble in Baltimore, MD
2025-07-07 19:00 | Church of the Resurrection, 11525 Greesnpring Ave, Timonium, Maryland, 21093
As a proud sponsor, EANC is proud to present the US Tour of the Arsis Handbell Ensemble. Join us for an evening of free and uplifting music on July 7 at 7 PM – Church of the Resurrection, 11525 Greenspring Ave, Timonium, MD 21093

The 12-member Arsis Handbell Ensemble, conducted by Aivar Mäe, has been invited to perform at the prestigious “Pinnacle 2025” festival in Wichita, Kansas. This is one of the most important handbell music events in the United States, where performers are selected through a competitive application process. We are honored to represent Estonia on this international stage.

The concert tour will take place from July 5 to 18, 2025, featuring eight performances in the following cities: Baltimore (MD), Pittsburgh (PA), Louisville (KY), Wichita (KS), Alton (IL), Chicago (IL), Akron (OH), and Hershey (PA).

This tour is made possible with the support of the Estonian Cultural Endowment, the Estonian American National Council, AS Tallink Grupp, and GIGA Ehitus OÜ.

We’re excited to share Estonia’s unique handbell tradition with American audiences!

Tour Schedule and Venues:

– July 7 at 7 PM – Church of the Resurrection, 11525 Greenspring Ave, Timonium, MD 21093

– July 8 at 7 PM – Saints John and Paul Church – Cardinal DiNardo Center, 2586 Wexford Bayne Rd., Sewickley, PA 15143

– July 9 at 7 PM – Christ Church United Methodist, 4614 Brownsboro Rd., Louisville, KY 40207

– July 11 at 6 PM – Pinnacle 2025 Festival, Century II Performing Arts Center, 225 W Douglas Ave., Wichita, KS 67202

– July 12 at 7 PM – Benjamin Godfrey Memorial Chapel, 5800 Godfrey Rd., Godfrey, IL 62035

– July 13 at 6 PM – Christus Victor Lutheran Church, 1045 S. Arlington Heights Rd., Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

– July 15 at 7 PM – First Congregational Church of Akron – The Upper Room, 292 East Market St., Akron, OH 44308

– July 16 at 7 PM – First United Methodist Church, 64 W Chocolate Ave, Hershey, PA 17033

All concerts on the tour are free to attend. A free-will offering will be collected to help cover the tour expenses. The Wichita concert is part of the Pinnacle Festival – more information can be found here.

Estonian Handbell Ensemble ARSIS on Tour in the US
2025-07-07 00:00 - 2025-07-16 23:59 | Washington
Take advantage of this special opportunity to see the renowned Estonian handbell ensemble Arsis on tour this summer. Known for expressive and innovative performances of Estonian handbell music, Arsis is invited to perform at the prestigious Pinnacle Festival in Wichita, Kansas. The tour runs July 7-16, with stops in Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Maryland and Pennsylvania.

EANC is a proud sponsor of this tour, and delighted to help bring Estonian performers to American audiences and Estonian communities off the beaten path.

Tour Schedule and Venues:

July 7 at 7 PM (Baltimore, MD) – Church of the Resurrection, 11525 Greenspring Ave,Timonium, MD 21093

July 8 at 7 PM (Pittsburgh, PA) – Saints John and Paul Church – Cardinal DiNardoCenter, 2586 Wexford Bayne Rd., Sewickley, PA 15143

July 9 at 7 PM – (Louisville, KY) – Christ Church United Methodist, 4614 BrownsboroRd., Louisville, KY 40207

July 11 – (Wichita, KS) – Pinnacle 2025 Festival, Century II Performing Arts Center,225 W Douglas Ave., Wichita, KS 67202

July 12 – (Alton, IL) – Benjamin Godfrey Memorial Chapel, 5800 Godfrey Rd., Godfrey,IL 62035

July 13 at 6 PM – (Chicago, IL) – Christus Victor Lutheran Church, 1045 S. ArlingtonHeights Rd., Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

July 15 at 7 PM – (Akron, OH) – First Congregational Church of Akron – The UpperRoom, 292 East Market St., Akron, OH 44308

July 16 at 7 PM – (Hershey, PA) – First United Methodist Church, 64 W Chocolate Ave,Hershey, PA 17033

USA Day in Tallinn: SalaLauluTantsuPidu
2025-07-04 21:00 | Fotografiska, Telliskivi tn. 60a-8, Tallinn, Estonia
Estonian Americans and friends finding themselves in Estonian on July 4th, are welcomed to attend this special event at Fotografiska in Tallinn. The party and social event fills the popular event venue with an outdoor singalong as wll as a number of treats inside this happening venue. Meet u pwith friends old and new, enjoy the folkdancing performance, and dance the night away.

Bar and Dance FLoor, entertainment by DJ Tom Lillental from Estonia, Young & Estonian from USA.

Performances by Various folkdance groups from US and elsewhere

Backyard bar and outdoor singalongs.

Estonia's XXVIII Song and XXI Dance Celebration “Iseoma” ("Kinship")
2025-07-02 17:00 - 2025-07-06 16:59 | Kalev Stadium and Song Festival Grounds, Tallinn
Rewatch the Estonian Song and Dance Festival performances here

Me loome ise oma elu ja õnne.Me räägime ise oma keelt.Me laulame ise oma häälega omi laule.Me pühitseme iseoma laulupidu.Et kasvada oma rahvaga.Et armastada iseoma Eestit.

Tere tulemast XXVIII laulupeole “Iseoma”!Laulupeo kunstiline juht Heli Jürgenson

Meie kandi inimesed –sõtsed, kõugud, sugulasedotsustasid kokku saada,kokku tuua mugulased.

Meie juures tuleb tänavu suur pidu, millest ei tohi ilmaski ilma jääda. Armastust ja musta leiba peab jaguma igaühele, kes meie trallamil tallab. Nii et pakkige pambud ja pasunad, kammid ja kostid, lootused ja luhtaminekud ning karake kõige täiega Keskpõrandale kokku.

Nii on sõnastanud tantsupeo dramaturg Laura Võigemast kutses XXI tantsupeole

Tantsupidu räägib sel korral meie iseoma lugu, räägib inimeseks olemisest, räägib eestlastest ja sellest, mis on meile oma ja oluline. Jah, meid on küll vähe, meie maa on väike, aga teisalt oleme kõik erinevad, nii nagu on erinevad ka meie tavad, kombed, tantsud, laulud, pillilood ja murdekeel. Ja erinevad on ka kirevad isiksused meie kõigi suguvõsades. Me peame kokku hoidma. Igaüht oma iseärasustes hindama ja austama, kõigist hoolima, neid armastama, ning, kui vaja – neile andestama. Vaid nõnda püsime elus, püsime oma vaba riigina ja ainult nõnda saavad elada meie kultuur, tavad ja kombed.

The XXVIII Song and XXI Dance Celebration “Iseoma” (“Kinship”)

The treasured festival will take place from July 3rd to 6th, 2025. This acclaimed national event features over 40,000 choir singers, orchestral musicians, folk dancers, and folk musicians. Estonian-American choirs and dance groups are among them! More than 100,000 spectators gather to witness three dance performances, one folk music concert, and two concerts of the song festival.

EANC is proud, along with our partners Estonian Relief Committee and Estonian Students Fund, to be a supporter of the numerous Estonian-American choirs and dance groups taking part in this treasured tradition!

Read more here about the US Estonian choirs and dance groups representing our communities at the Song and Dance Festival and how you make a difference, here.

(The event schedule below is in Estonian time.)

Song & Dance Celebration Schedule:

July 3, 2025

XXI Dance Celebration’s 1st performance at Kalev Central Stadium at 19:00 (approx. end at 22:00)

July 4, 2025

XXI Dance Celebration’s 2nd performance at Kalev Central Stadium at 11:00 (approx. end at 14:00)

Folk Music Concert at Vabaduse Square at 14:00 (approx. end at 17:00)

XXI Dance Celebration’s 3rd performance at Kalev Central Stadium at 18:00 (approx. end at 21:00)

July 5, 2025

Grand procession of all participants from Vabaduse Square to Tallinn Song Celebration Grounds at 13:00 (approx.end at 19:00)

XXVIII Song Celebration’s opening concert at Tallinn Song Celebration Grounds at 19:30 (approx. end at 23:00)

July 6, 2025

XXVIII Song Celebration’s main concert at Tallinn Song Celebration Grounds at 14:00 (approx. end at 21:00)

Read more about the Song and Dance Festival tradition, the repertoires, participants, trivia and more at Avaleht – XXVIII Laulu- ja XXI tantsupidu

Estonian World Congress - Eesti Rahvuskongress (in Tallinn)
2025-07-02 03:00 - 09:30 | Radisson Collection Hotel, Rävala 3, Tallinn, Estonia
In case you missed it watch the recordings here.

View the event in Estonian here

View the event in English here

Welcome to the Estonian World Congress (Eesti Rahvuskongress), hosted by the Estonian World Council! Attendees are welcomed to participate in-person or virtually. Recordings will be posted when available.

Submit questions via Slido here

Opening remarks (10 am Estonia time) will include a welcome by Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna. Foreign Ministry Secretary General Jonatan Vseviov will offer an overview of Estonian security.

Panel discussions will focus on development of Estonian national identity and cultural memory in the diaspora. Afternoon discussions will continue with roundtables and workshops on developing Estonian community and culture abroad, with a special emphasis on Our Collective Memory. Youth and the diverse nature of our diaspora communities will be highlighted.

Scroll down for the full program or to download for print.

Download program in Estonian

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Program / Kava

ÜLEMAAILMSE EESTI KESKNÕUKOGU RAHVUSKONGRESS

„Üleilmne eestlus ja ühismälu“ KAVA

2. juulil 2026, Radisson Collections Hotel, Tallinn (scroll down for English)

9.00-10.00Registreerimine ja kohv 10.00-10.15Avamine ja tervitused – Sirle Sööt, ÜEKN esimees (Rootsi) – Välisminister Margus Tsahkna, 10.15-11.00Eesti julgeolek – Välisministeeriumi kantsler Jonatan Vseviov, kutsutud 11.00-12.00Arutelu „Eesti rahvusidentiteedi ja kultuurimälu areng välismaal“ Moderaator Piret Noorhani, Väliseesti Muuseumi peaarhivaar 1. Keele, kirjanduse ja ajakirjanduse mõju rahvusidentiteedi ja kultuurimälu arengule välismaal 2. 1944. aasta suurpõgenemise ja selle jagatud mälu mõju kogukondade arengule ja ühtsusele välismaal 3. Desinformatsiooni mõju rahvusidentiteedile ja kultuurimälule ning selle vältimine – Tiina Kirss, Eesti Kirjandusmuuseumi vanemteadur– Janika Kronberg, kirjandusloolane; Eesti Kirjanike Liidu Tartu osakonna esimees– Meelis Maripuu, Eesti Mälu Instituudi juhatuse liige 12.00-12.15Ülevaade aruteludest üleilmsete eestlaste võrgustike päeval 1. juulil Kultuurikatlas– Reet Marten Sehr, võrgustike päeva moderaator (Kanada) 12.15-13.30Lõunapaus (omal kulul) 13.30-13.45Eesti ühiskonnad välismaal: ülevaade – Aho Rebas, Rootsi Eestlaste Liidu esindaja ÜEKNis 13.45-15.00Töötoad: „Eesti kogukondade erinevused välismaal. Mida me saame üksteiselt õppida?“ Üleilmse eestluse teabevahetusVälisühiskonna arenguruumKeskorganisatsioonide roll 15.00-16.00Ümarlaud: „Eesti rahvusidentiteedi ja kultuurimälu kujunemine välismaal elavatel noortel“ Millised on vajalikud tingimused, et välismaal elavatel noortel kujuneks Eesti identiteet? Kas tunnetad või kuidas tegeled kaksikidentiteediga?Kuidas Sina, välismaal elava noore eestlasena, tahad olla seotud Eesti ühiskonnaga? 16.00-16.15Lõppsõna – Maia Linask, ÜEKN välispoliitika toimkonna esimees (USA)

Päevajuht: Ilona Kolberg, Eesti Organisatsioonide Võrgustik Soomes esindaja ÜEKNis

ESTONIAN WORLD COUNCIL CONGRESS OF ESTONIAN ORGANIZATIONS

„Global Estonians and collective memory“ PROGRAM

9.00-10.00Registration and coffee 10.00-10.15Opening remarks and greetings – Sirle Sööt, ÜEKN chairperson (Sweden) – Minister of Foreign Affairs Margus Tsahkna, 10.15-11.00Estonian security – Director General of Ministry of Foreign Affairs Jonatan Vseviov, invited 11.00-12.00Panel discussion: Development of Estonian national identity and cultural memory in the diaspora Moderator Piret Noorhani, Chief Archivist, VEMU Estonian Museum Canada 1. How language, literature, and journalism influence the development of national identity and cultural memory abroad 2. The impact of the 1944 mass flight and its shared memory on the development and unity of communities abroad 3. The impact of disinformation on national identity and shared memory, and its deterrence – Tiina Kirss, Senior Researcher, Estonian Literary Museum– Janika Kronberg, literary historian; chairperson, Tartu branch of the Estonian Writers’ Union– Meelis Maripuu, board member, Estonian Memory Institute 12.00-12.15Overview of discussions at the Global Estonian Networks event on July 1 at Kultuurikattel– Reet Marten Sehr, moderator of Global Estonian Networks event (Canada) 12.15-13.30Lunch (on your own) 13.30-13.45Overview of Estonian societies abroad – Aho Rebas, Association of Estonians in Sweden representative to EWC 13.45-15.00Workshops: „The diversity of Estonian communities abroad: what can we learn from each other?“ Communication and information acquisition in Estonian communities abroadThe working environment of Estonian societies abroadThe role of national central organizations in Estonian communities 15.00-16.00Roundtable discussion: The formation of Estonian identity and cultural memory among Estonian youth abroad What conditions are needed for young people abroad to form an Estonian identity? How do you experience and cope with having a dual identity?How do you, as a young Estonian living abroad, want to connect to Estonian society? 16.00-16.15Closing remarks – Maia Linask, chair of the EWC foreign policy committee (USA)

Emcee: Ilona Kolberg, Network of Estonian Organizations in Finland representative to EWC

Screening: The Paradox of Seabrook Farms
2025-07-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Vabamu, Toompea 8b, Tallinn, Estonia
Great opportunity to see Helga Merits’ new documentary “The Paradox of Seabrook Farms – Shattered Dreams, Restored Hopes” in Tallinn, Estonia. EANC is a proud support of this important documentary.

The long-awaited European premiere takes place on the 29th of June, 6 pm in Kino Artis:

https://www.kino.ee/…/7335/the_paradox_of_seabrook_farms

Another screening will held on the 1st of July, 6 pm at Vabamu:

https://vabamu.ee/…/filmiohtu-the-paradox-of-seabrook…/

ESTO Network Day -- Global Estonian Brainstorming Day
2025-07-01 03:00 - 09:00 | Kultuurikatel, Kursi 3, Tallinn, Estonia
Register here for the Global Estonian Brainstorming Day — ESTO Network Day!

Live broadcast direct link: https://bit.ly/ESTO2025-NETWORKING

You are invited to attend the ESTO Networks Day, to be held on July 1 at the Tallinn Creative Hub Kultuurikatel in Tallinn, organized by the ESTO team and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The Networks Day represents large-scale global Estonian brainstorming sessions. We invite all of you who happen to be in Tallinn on July 1st to participate and contribute your thoughts. For those who cannot attend in person, the main hall events will also be streamed live. However, the most exciting part — working in thematic groups and on-site socializing — will not be broadcast. Those who have already registered are not required to register again.

Please share this information within your community as well, because we want to gather there all the brainpower.

Link to the registration form: https://forms.gle/tTssyiLeYzwyBjnW6

Read more: https://estofestival.com/uleilmsete-eestlaste-vorgustike-paev/

The Facebook event link for the ESTO Networks Day: https://fb.me/e/5KmiiLxYs

@Tallinn Creative Hub, KultuurikatelKursi 3, Tallinn

The Global Estonian Diaspora Networking Day is a great opportunity for members of diaspora organisations and representatives of Estonian communities around the world to connect, share their successes and challenges, and discuss what is needed to support sustainability and further development.

The main aim of the day is to bring together Estonians from different countries who are working in similar fields, so that they can get to know each other, exchange experiences, and draw inspiration from each other.

The Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs is currently updating the Global Estonian Action Plan (2026 – 2029) to better serve the actual needs of Estonian communities abroad. Your feedback and ideas are essential to this process to ensure that the Action Plan reflects the expectations and lifetyle of Estonians abroad.

The day’s program includes thematic workshops aimed at fostering collaboration, knowledge exchange, and information gathering for long-term development of the diaspora.

In addition to the workshops listed below, select Estonian artists and writers will display and sell their works. The program will also include a mini-expo with representation from key institutions, organisations, and enterprises.

The event will be held in Estonian but simultaneous interpreting into English will be available. Workshop participants are welcome to participate in either, and/or both languages.

Sessions and workshops marked with an asterisk (*) will be accessible virtually.When registering, please select two (2) networking groups in which you would like to participate in order of preference.

Sign up for the event HERE >>

Estonian schools and summer camps abroad

Estonian houses, outdoor associations (campgrounds, etc.) abroad*

Estonian diaspora media and communication networks abroad*

Estonian archives, libraries and the preservation of Estonian memory abroad

Estonian churches and congregations abroad

Estonian academics abroad

Estonian sororities and fraternities abroad

Estonian folk culture abroad (choirs, dance groups, theatre and ethnographic circles)

Estonian artists and art collections abroad

Estonian writers & translators abroad

Estonian Chambers of Commerce and Business Diplomacy Advocates Abroad **

* Virtually accessible

** The network “Estonian Chambers of Commerce and Business Diplomacy Advocates Abroad” will have a special program titled “Global Estonians’ Business Network: Uncharted Resource for Estonian Companies”, starting at 9:30 in the Trafo Hall. Separate registration is required for this session.

See you on July 1!

Programme

9:15–10:00 Registration and welcome coffee

10:00–10:45 Main hall session*

Introduction – Moderator, Reet Marten-Sehr

Welcoming address – Sirle Sööt, ESTO President; Margus Tsahkna, Minister of Foreign Affairs

Overview and objectives of the Global Estonian Action Plan – Marin Mõttus, Kadri Linnas

ESTO 2025 vision for the future of youth – Nora Sööt, Mihkel Jaenes

Introduction of workshops and group leaders – Moderator, Reet Marten-Sehr

Break out into workshops

11:00–12:00 Workshops session I, by pre-registration (Select a theme/room)

12:00–13:15 Lunch break and networking opportunity

13:15–13:30 Instructions for the second half of the day

13:30–14:00 Workshops session II by pre-registration (Select a theme/room)

14.15–14.45 Workshops session III (Visit all themes/rooms)

15:00–16:30 Main hall session *

Presentation of the results of the workshops (4 min each, 40 min in total)

Open mike

Closing remarks, Moderator, Reet Marten-Sehr

Download the Networking Day invitation HERE >>

Screening: The Paradox of Seabrook Farms
2025-06-29 18:00 | Kino Artis, Estonia pst 9, Tallinn, Estonia

Worldwide Estonian Festival. ESTO 2025: ÜHESKOOS
2025-06-25 00:00 - 2025-07-03 23:59 | Washington
Join fellow Estonians from around the world for latest ESTO festival! The festivities get started in Sweden, before heading over to Estonia, where special events, seminars and activities will take you to Narva and Tallinn. Visit the EST0 2025 website for tickets and more information.

Wed–Fri 25–27 June ESTO in StockholmSat–Mon 28–30 June ESTO in NarvaTue–Thu 1–3 July ESTO in TallinnThu–Sun 3–6 July The XXVIII Estonian Song & XXI Dance Festival in Tallinn

**2 July Estonian World Congress / Eesti Rahvuskongress ( Click here for info and program )

***4 July USA Day

The ESTO organizers encourage you to buy the inclusive ESTO Festival Pass, available through May 26, which offers benefits and access to events.

ESTO Festival Pass – Info and box office

Full program listed below

Be sure to reconnect with US Estos at the special 4th of July event, USA DAY, July 4, at Fotografiska, in Tallinn. Hosted by the Foundation for Estonian Arts & Letters (Eesti Kultuuri Fond Ameerika Ühendriikides).

STOCKHOLM

Wednesday, 25 June

ESTO Eve17:00–18:30 Estonian Cultural Trails, Skogskyrkogården18:00–00:00 ESTO Eve, Stockholm Estonian House–19:00 Violin ensemble Viiulised and Rae Hobby School Folk Music Ensemble20:00–21:00 Concert: Cyrillius Kreek’s “Requiem”, Church of Catherine, Högbergsgatan 13 A

Thursday, 26 June

12:00–18:00 Estonian Handicraft Fair, Skansen, Solliden14:00–15:30 Kids’ program, Skansen, Tingsvallen16:00–17:30 ESTO Opening Ceremony, concert “Windows of Time”, Skansen, Solliden18:00–00:00 Secret pub, Stockholm Estonian House

Friday, 27 June

10:00–12:00 Seminar “Mass Flight of 1944”, Stockholm Estonian House– 10:00–10:50 Thomas Niit, “Refugee Boat TRIINA” (in English)– 11:00–12:00 Documentary film ‘The Little Boy’s Escape to the West’ – Taavi Kaaman and the filmmakers Aili Suiste Rundin

Excursions– 12:00–14:45 Estonian Cultural Trails in Stockholm with Tiiu Valmet– 10:00–13:00 Stockholm Estonian School, Svartmangatan 20

Exhibitions, Stockholm Estonian House– Estonian Artists in Sweden– Estonian Writers in Sweden: Marie Under– Mass Flight of 1944

Group Trip across the Baltic Sea17:30 M/S Baltic Queen, Värtahamnen

NARVA

Saturday, 28 June

10:45 Arrival in Tallinn, Tallink D-Terminal11:30 Buses depart from Tallinn to Narva13:50 Arrival in Narva-Jõesuu (Hotel check-in)Buses Narva-Jõesuu – Narva – Narva-Jõesuu10:00–22:00 Estonian Food and Handicraft Fair, Narva Castle12:00 Soapbox Rally – self-built engineless car competition, starts at Raja street13:00–18:00 Artist’s Day, Joala 20, Kreenholm Factory, Narva Art Residency15:00–18:00 Youth Congress: “Multilingualism Opens Doors”, University of Tartu Narva College, Raekoja plats 219:00 Grand procession of all participants (Narva Town Hall – Narva Castle)19:30–23:00 Opening of Narva City Days and Concert, Narva Castle20:30 Theatre “Narva – The City We Lost”, Vabalava, Linda 222:00 Secret Pub, DJ Ahto Külvet, Vabalava, Linda 2

Sport17:00 Narva City Run: Mile Run 1609 m, Äkkeküla Sports Center. Read more HERE >>– Skatepark– Volleyball

Excursions16:00–17.30 Swedish Narva, the upper promenade by the Hahn stairs17:45–18:30 Victoria Bastion Passages, Pimeaia 316:00–17:30 The History of Narva Castle, Narva museum, Peetri plats 717:45–18:30 Virtual reality exhibition “The new life of Old Narva”, Raekoda, Raekoja plats 117:45–18:30 Guided tour of Narva Town Hall, Raekoja plats 116:00–17:30 Sinimäed (Blue Mountains) 1944

ExhibitionsTo be Advised

Sunday, 29 June

10:00–22:00 Estonian Food and Handicraft Fair, Narva Castle11:00–12:30 Concert-Service, Cyrillius Kreek’s “Requiem”, Alexander’s Cathedral12:35–12:50 Videoinstallation “The Sky Above Narva”, Alexander´s Cathedral13:00–14:00 Alexander´s Cathedral, Narva: Past and Present, Alexander´s Cathedral13:00–18:00 Artist’s Day, Joala 20, Kreenholm Factory, Narva Art Residency13:30–15:00 Kreenholm: the history of the textile giant, Joala 3216:00 Song Festival Flame arrives, Narva Castle16:30 Concert: “ESTO SONG”, Narva Castle18:00–22:00 Folk Festival, Narva Castle– Naised Köögis– SweedEst Song (Sweden)– Zetod (Setomaa)22:30–23:50 ESTO SPECIAL CRUISE Boat trip on the Narva river, Narva port

Sport9:00–15:00 Narva City Run10:00 Limpa Kids´ Race. Read more HERE >>11:00 5 km run, race walk, Nordic walking (pole walking)12:00 10 km run, race walk, Nordic walking (pole walking)

Monday, 30 June

10:00–17:00 Future Forum “Opportunities in Ida-Viru County: Security, Development, Jobs, Business, and Tourism”. Narva-Jõesuu, Narva, Sillamäe, Tallinn

Excursions9:00–10:00 Narva-Jõesuu Ethnography Museum, Nurme 3810:00–11:30 History of Narva-Jõesuu11:30–12:00 Narva–Jõesuu lighthouse, Tuletorni 3Excursion packages11:40–22:00 Package 1: Boat trip from Narva-Jõesuu to Narva – Kreenholm – Sinimäed – Liimala – Tallinn14:15–22:30 Package 2: Swedish Narva – Narva Town Hall – The new life of Old Narva – Sinimäed – Liimala – Tallinn14.15–22.30 Package 3: Sinimäed 1944 – Sillamäe – Toila 1938 – Tallinn

21:00 Secret pub, Restaurant “Slava Ukraini”, Kopli 2c, Tallinn

TALLINN

Tuesday, 1 July

10:00 #NETWORKS, meetings & exhibitions, Kultuurikatel, Kursi 3Registration is open HERE >>– Estonian schools and summer camps abroad– Estonian houses, outdoor associations (campgrounds, etc.) abroad– Estonian diaspora media and communication networks abroad– Estonian archives, libraries and the preservation of Estonian memory abroad– Estonian churches and congregations abroad– Estonian academics abroad– Estonian sororities and fraternities abroad– Estonian folk culture abroad (choirs, dance groups, theatre and ethnographic circles)– Estonian artists and art collections abroad– Estonian writers & translators abroad– Estonian Chambers of Commerce and Business Diplomacy Advocates Abroad

Sport– Volleyball Tournament- Registration is open HERE >>9:00–12:00 Indoor, Sõle Spordikeskus, Sõle 40 A13:00–18:00 Beach, Teras Beach, Lõuka 6

18:00 Secret pub – Canada Day, Põhjala, Peetri 5

Wednesday, 2 July

10:00 International Congress of Estonian Organizations: Our Collective Memory, Radisson Collection, Rävala 3Registration is open HERE >>

Sport– Basketball– Football– Table tennis– Running competitionsSnelli Stadium, Toompuiestee 24 A

19:30 ESTO Gala, Seaplane Harbour (Lennusadam), Vesilennuki 6

Secret pub, Restaurant “Slava Ukraini”, Kopli 2c

Thursday, July 3

14:00 Memorial Ceremony at the Communist Victims Memorial, Maarjamäe20:00 Concert SweedEst Song “Sauna taga”, (Sweden), Fotografiska, Telliskivi 60a-8

Friday, July 4

21:00 SecretSongAndDanceParty – USA Night, Fotografiska, Telliskivi 60a-8

BUY YOUR ESTO TICKETS HERE

Estonian Consular Mission: Connecticut
2025-06-21 15:00 - 18:00 | Connecticut Estonian Grounds — Connecticuti Eesti Maa, 25 Times Farm Road, Andover, Connecticut (USA), 06232
Estonian Consul in Washington, DC will conduct a Consular Mission in Connecticut

Estonian Consul Tarmo Punnik

Date: Saturday, June 21st: 3 pm – 6 pmIf the local Midsummer Event is postponed due to inclement weather, rain date scheduled for Sunday, June 22, 3 pm – 6 pm

Location: The Estonian Grounds in Connecticut

25 Times Farms Road, Andover, CT 06232.

All consular services are available during the missions.

Please bring:• Your US passport (if applicable)• Your Estonian passport or ID card

• Payment options: debit or credit card

All are invited to stay for the Annual Midsummer and Victory Day celebration hosted by the Connecticut Estonian Society. Tenting on site available. Program, music, food, bonfire, volleyball, singing, more.

Info konsulaarmissiooni kohta:

Eesti konsul Washington DCs viib läbi konsulaarmissiooni:

Connecticuti Eesti Maa, Connecticutis:

21 juuni: 3PM-6PM

kui jaanituli lükkub edasi, siis 22. juuni 3PM-6PM

Asukoht: 25 Times Farms Road, Andover, CT 06232.

Missioonide käigus on saadaval kõik konsulaarteenused.

Kaasa võtta• Teie USA pass (kui on olemas)• Teie Eesti pass või ID-kaart

Maksevõimalused: deebet- või krediitkaart

Midsummer & Victory Day Celebration - Connecticut
2025-06-21 15:00 | Connecticut Estonian Grounds — Connecticuti Eesti Maa, 25 Times Farm Road, Andover, Connecticut (USA), 06232
The Connecticut Estonian Society opens up the CT Estonian Grounds to welcome family & friends, new and old, near and far, to celebrate the summer solstice and Estonia’s Victory Day! CES is honoured to host Estonian Consul Tarmo Punnik, who will be available for consular services from 3 – 6 pm. Rain date: June 22. Look at the CES Facebook page for announcements.

Join us to enjoy folkduo Valev Laube (violin) and Charlie Rauh (guitar), special guest speaker Consul Tarmo Punnik, volleyball and other activities, grilling and picnic buffet, singing and dancing around the fire!

It is recommend you bring a campchair or blanket, if you want to sit directly fire-side (benches an dpicnic tables are also available on site), and don´t forget a towel if you´d like to dip into the Hop River. A light layer might be handy for evening. BYOB. Tenting is available.

NB! Do you want to apply for/ renew your Estonian passport or are you in need of other consular services? Good news!

It is an honor at this event to welcome a consular mission from the Embassy of the Republic of Estonia. Consul Tarmo Punnik will provide consular services from 3 pm to 6 pm. Click here for related information about what documents you might need to bring along. Tip: Even if your passport is not in need of renewal, this is a conveneient opportunity to update your “e-fingerprint” – you can complete the other tasks online when it becomes necessary. The e-fingerprint is valid for 5 years.

Website

Jaanipäev/Midsummer Celebration: Seattle
2025-06-14 17:30 | Golden Gardens
The Seattle Estonian Society invites you to join them for a Midsuumer Celebration!

Let’s get together and celebrate Midsummer at Golden Gardens! Since we can’t reserve fire pits, we’ll have to find a spot when we arrive. But don’t worry — you should be able to find a group of Estonians without much trouble!

What to bring:Chairs or blankets to sit onYour favorite Jaanipäeva dish to shareFlowers to make wreaths

There’s a playground for kids to enjoy, and we’ll have fun with games like Molky, soccer, and volleyball. Feel free to bring any other summer games you love! And if you play a musical instrument, bring it along — this is the perfect chance for a great audience!

We look forward to seeing you there!

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Tuleme kokku ja tähistame Jaanipäeva Golden Gardensis! Kuna lõkkeplatse ei saa ette broneerida, peame kohapeal vaatama, kus oma koha leiame. Aga ära muretse – eestlaste grupi leidmine ei tohiks olla keeruline!

Mida kaasa võtta:Toolid või tekid istumiseksSinu Jaanipäeva lemmiktoit jagamiseksLilled, et pärga teha

Lastel on mänguväljak, kus ringi joosta. Mängime Molkyt, jalgpalli, võrkpalli. Võta kaasa ka suve mänge, mida armastad! Kui sul on muusikariist, siis too see kaasa – meil on suurepärane publik!

Ootame teid kõiki!

Jaaniõhtu / Midsummer Celebration - Lakewood, NJ
2025-06-14 16:00 | Lakewood Eesti Maja / Lakewood Estonian House, 4 Cross Street, Jackson, New Jersey, 08527
The Lakewod Estonia Association invites you to their annual Midsummer celebration! Entertainment and atmsophere provided by RAHVAMUUSIKUD TRIO KOLM from Estonia!

Join us for traditional meals and cold drinks.

Folk games, dancing, singing, raffle.

Vendors: Amest Esto Food and Estomex Jewelry!

Bring a friend and enjoy the day!

Kutsume kõiki Lakewoodi Eesti Majja tähistama Võidupüha ja Jaaniõhtut , laupäeval , 14 juunil, 2025, kell 4 pl.Esinevad RAHVAMUUSIKUD TRIO KOLM EestistPakume Jaanisööki – ja jookiRahvamängud, tantsud,ühislaulud , loteriiMüüjad – Amest Esto Food ja Estomex JewelryVõta sõber kaasa ja tule naudi koos meiega !
