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SUMMARY:Live Music & Dance Show "Dawn till Dusk" by Diina Tamm & Valev Laube
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a unique multidisciplinary performance that fuses together dance and musical interpretations of Estonian mythology\, folk calendar traditions\, and old archive recordings dating back to the beginning of the 20th century. Let’s embark on a journey through a year in life\, experiencing mystic rituals\, old and new folklore tunes\, and traditions that have shaped modern-day understandings and practices of our cultural identity. \n\n\n\nDirected by Estonian-born artists Diina Tamm and Valev Laube\, this folk-inspired contemporary performance will uncover aspects of Estonian culture that\, though no longer celebrated daily\, continue to influence our cultural legacy and ongoing evolution. \n\n\n\nWe welcome you to join us for this multisensory exploration of life’s cycles. \n\n\n\n5 PM – Doors Open6 PM – Performance/Showtime7:15 PM – Meet & Greet Downstairs \n\n\n\nNote: Suitable for Estonian speakers and non-Estonian speakers alike\, great for audiences of all ages.
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/live-music-dance-show-dawn-till-dusk-by-diina-tamm-valev-laube/
LOCATION:New Yorgi Eesti Maja/ New York Estonian House\, 243 E 34th Street\, New York City\, New York\, 10016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Education,Estonia,Estonian Culture,Family activities
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SUMMARY:Annual Meeting of the Estonian Archives in the U.S.
DESCRIPTION:THIS MEETING HAS BEEN POSTPONED. New date to be determined. Member organizations and delegates reconvene in Lakewood\, NJ for part 2 of its 2023 Annual Meeting.  \n\n\n\nThe Estonian Archives in the U.S. are a registered 501c3 nonprofit organization.
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/annual-meeting-of-the-estonian-archives-in-the-u-s/
LOCATION:Estonian Archives\, 607 E 7th Street\, Lakewood\, New Jersey\, 08701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonia
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240310T235959
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SUMMARY:Think S*N*O*W! Esto Ski Weekend @  China Peak\, CA
DESCRIPTION:China Peak has received 5 inches since yesterday(Jan 23)\, for a season total of 5 feet of snow! With China Peak’s new snow-making system\, on top of this base\, we are guaranteed to have an amazing weekend!As expected\, rooms in the lodge are filling up fast\, so we encourage everyone to claim their room ASAP. The online reservation system is working nicely. and you can book your room athttps://www.skichinapeak.com/the-inn-at-china-peak\, or by calling  (559) 233-1200 to book your room.Some of us will already be arriving on Thursday. We look forward to seeing you all there for what will be an amazing weekend!Think Snow!Heidi and Andres
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/think-snow-esto-ski-weekend-china-peak-ca/
LOCATION:China Peak Skiresort\, 59265 Highway 168\, Lakeshore\, CA 9363\, Lakeshore\, California\, 93634
CATEGORIES:Community,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240307T200000
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SUMMARY:IN FOCUS with EANC: Estonian Consular Services in the U.S. after Consulate Closures.
DESCRIPTION:IN FOCUS:  Estonian Consular Services in the U.S. after Consulate Closures \n\n\n\nThe Estonian American National Council is hosting a follow-up virtual session on Thursday\, March 7\, beginning at 8 pm Eastern\, to discuss important information regarding consular services upon the upcoming closing of the Estonian consulates in New York and San Francisco. The purpose of the session is to provide information about how consular and related services will be provided after the closures\, including by the network of honorary consuls. (The session’s purpose is not to review the closure decision itself).  \n\n\n\nThe session will cover: \n\n\n\n\nConsular services available to Estonian Americans\n\n\n\nExpected changes in how services will be provided due to the closures\n\n\n\nThe timeline for transition of services\n\n\n\nQ & A\n\n\n\n\nEANC is honored to welcome our four distinguished panelists – Deputy Chief of Mission Margus Särglepp (Estonian Embassy in Washington\, DC)\, Consul General Maria Belovas (Consulate\, San Francisco) \, Consul\, Acting Head of Mission Tarmo Punnik (Consulate\, NYC)\, and Honorary Consul Jaak Treiman.   \n\n\n\nWhile some details of this transition are still being worked out\, the Estonian American National Council looks forward to your participation in this opportunity to hear the latest information directly from representatives of the Estonian government\, and to bring your questions about how this might impact you and other Estonian Americans. \n\n\n\nAfter initial presentations by our panel members\, there will be opportunity for Q and A.  The session will be in both Estonian and English. Register here for the link. This is an extraordinary opportunity.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFOOKUSES: Eesti konsulaarteenused USA-s pärast konsulaadi sulgemist \n\n\n\nNeljapäeval\, 7. märtsil kell 20:00 – 21:30 (EST) \n\n\n\nAmeerika Rahvuskomiteel Ühendriikides on heameel kutsuda Teid osalema neljapäeval\, 7. märtsil\, algusega kell 20.00 Idaranniku ajajärgi\, virtuaalse järelistungil\, kus arutatakse olulist infot konsulaarteenuste kohta seoses Eesti konsulaatide peatse sulgemisega New Yorgis ja San Franciscos. Infotunni eesmärk on anda teavet selle kohta\, kuidas pärast sulgemist konsulaar- ja seonduvaid teenuseid osutatakse\, sealhulgas aukonsulite võrgustiku poolt. (Istungj eesmärk ei ole sulgemisotsuse enda läbivaatamine). Peale meie kutsutud külaliste ettekandeid\, on publikul võimalik esitada seotud küsimusi. \n\n\n\nInfotund käsitleb: \n\n\n\n• Konsularateenuste kättesaadavus Ameerikas olevate eestlastele \n\n\n\n• Eeldatavad muudatused teenuste osutamises seoses sulgemisega \n\n\n\n• Teenuste ülemineku ajakava \n\n\n\nPaneelis osalevad neli lugupeetud külalist – Suursaatkonna esinduse juhataja asetäitja Margus Särglepp (Eesti saatkond Washingtonis)\, peakonsul Maria Belovas (konsulaat\, San Francisco)\, konsul\, esinduse juhi kohusetäitja Tarmo Punnik (konsulaat\, NYC) ja aukonsul Jaak Treiman. \n\n\n\nKuigi mõned selle konsulaatide ülemineku üksikasjad on alles väljatöötamisel\, ootab ERKÜ teie osalemist sellel heal võimalusel kuulda värskeimat teavet otse Eesti valitsuse esindajatelt ning esitada oma küsimused selle kohta\, kuidas võimalikud muudatused puudutavad teid ja teisi eesti ameeriklased. Pärast meie paneeliliikmete esmaseid ettekandeid on võimalik esitada küsimusi. Virtuaalne programm viiakse läbi eesti ja inglise keeles. Registreerimine on nüüd avatud. (Registreerijatele saadetakse osalemiseks link.)
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/eanc-to-host-estonian-officials-on-march-7-for-online-discussion-about-future-consular-services-in-the-u-s/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual gathering
ORGANIZER;CN="Estonian American National Council":MAILTO:erku@estosite.org
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SUMMARY:2024 ESTO SKI @ Mont-Tremblant
DESCRIPTION:In its 70th anniversary year\, Eesti Spordiliit USAs invites you to celebrate with sports all year long!  \n\n\n\nESTO Ski is headed back to Mont-Tremblant to celebrate its 60th ANNIVERSARY!  Join us on the French-Canadian slopes from March 7th through March 10th\, 2024. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMont-Tremblant is a remarkable resort town best known for its exceptional skiing\, undeniable charm\, magnificent landscape\, and for the impressive amount of activities that are available for all ages.The Eesti Spordiliit ESTO Ski weekend will feature our traditional group events including: Apres-Ski mixer\, downhill & cross-country ski races\, and an awards party.  \n\n\n\nWe hope to see you in Canada!  
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/2024-esto-ski-mont-tremblant/
LOCATION:Mont Tremblant Village\, Quebec\, CA
CATEGORIES:Community,Family activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eesti Spordiliit USAs / Estonian American Amateur Athletes Association":MAILTO:info@eaaasport.com
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SUMMARY:Boston Baltic Film Festival (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Following a successful in-person weekend of Baltic film at the Paramount Emerson Center in Boston\, the Boston Baltic Film Festival (BBFF) organizers now bring to you two weeks of virtual screenings across the U.S.  Virtual screenings will be offered March 4-18\, 2024. Documentaries\, drama\, mysteries\, action\, love stories\, comedy…. get to know the Baltic soul. See what all the buzz is about!  \n\n\n\nEANC is a proud support of this event.  \n\n\n\nThe full line-up of 20 critically acclaimed films offered from Estonia\, Latvia\, and Lithuania can be seen on the website: www.bostonbalticfilm.org  \n\n\n\nTickets and passes for virtual screenings on sale now.  \n\n\n\n\nBox Office\n\n\n\n\nThe film industries in the three Baltic countries consistently produce films that garner awards in international festivals around the world. Boston audiences will be able to engage with the filmmakers in The Festival is organized by the Baltic Film Committee and the American National Latvian League (ALTS)\, in collaboration with ArtsEmerson. For more information visit the BBFF homepage www.bostonbalticfilm.org\, follow them on Facebook\, Instagram\, or contact info@bostonbalticfilm.org.
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/botson-baltic-film-festival-virtual-festival/
LOCATION:Maryland
CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonia,Estonian Culture,Family activities,Latvia,Lithuania
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240303T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240303T123000
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UID:9907-1709463600-1709469000@www.estosite.org
SUMMARY:Sneak Preview: The Paradox of Seabrook Farms @ Boston Baltic Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:EANC is proud to help present the long-awaited documentary The Paradox of Seabrook Farms will be shown as part of the 6th Annual Boston Baltic Film Festival (BBFF) at the Emerson Paramount Theater Center in downtown Boston. The in-person festival runs March 1-3\, followed by a two-week virtual festival. (Please note that the Seabrook film will not be available virtually at this time.)Film-maker Helga Merits will be present to introduce the film and for an introductory talk\, where she will also take audience. On Friday\, March 1 she will also be participating with other filmmakers on a panel discussion about the Baltic film industry. \n\n\n\nEANC is a proud supporter of this documentary\, and welcomes its addition to the line-up of events marking 80 years since the 1944 Mass Flight of Refugees\, a tragic time in history when 80\,000 Estonians were forced to flee their beloved homeland to escape the terror of Soviet occupiers. Documentaries such as ‘The Paradox of Seabrook Farms: Shattered Dreams\, Restored Hopes’  are important vehicles for keeping the historical record straight.
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/premiere-screening-the-paradox-of-seabrook-farms-boston-baltic-film-festival/
LOCATION:Emerson Paramount Center\, 599 Washington Street\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemorating The Mass Flight of Refugees 1944,Community,Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240301T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240301T233000
DTSTAMP:20260406T040947
CREATED:20240201T050132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T013638Z
UID:9996-1709326800-1709335800@www.estosite.org
SUMMARY:Boston Baltic Film Festival Opening Night & Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:EANC is proud to once again support this quality film festival\, presenting films from Estonia\, Latvia\, and Lithuania\, with opportunities to meet & speak on site with some of the filmmakers themselves.  \n\n\n\nOpening day events:  \n\n\n\nA Panel Discussion with the filmmakers\,  \n\n\n\nScreening of The Invisible Flight\,  \n\n\n\nOpening Receiption @ “Fajitas & ‘Ritas” 25 West Street\, Boston\, MA  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for three days of the latest award-winning films from Estonia\, Latvia\, and Lithuania. Immerse yourself in movie magic! \n\n\n\nThe Sixth Annual Boston Baltic Film Festival (BBFF) will take place in March 2024 with in-person screenings followed by two weeks of virtual screenings across the U.S. In-person screenings and events will take place at the Emerson Paramount Theater’s Bright Family Screening Room in downtown Boston March 1-3\, 2024.  Virtual screenings will be offered March 4-16\, 2024. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe line-up of 20 critically acclaimed films offered from Estonia\, Latvia\, and Lithuania can be seen on the website: www.bostonbalticfilm.org\, \n\n\n\nTickets and passes for both in-person and virtual screenings will go on sale through our website on February 5\, 2024. \n\n\n\nThe film industries in the three Baltic countries consistently produce films that garner awards in international festivals around the world. \n\n\n\n Boston audiences will be able to engage with the filmmakers in Q&A after the screenings and during a panel discussion on Friday\, March 1\, 2024.The Festival is organized by the Baltic Film Committee and the American National Latvian League (ALTS)\, in collaboration with ArtsEmerson. For more information visit our homepage www.bostonbalticfilm.org\, follow us on Facebook\, Instagram\, or contact info@bostonbalticfilm.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTHE INVISIBLE FIGHT /Estonia\n\n\n\nOur highly anticipated opening feature will be Rainer Sarnet’s latest award winning film The Invisible Fight – a wild and zany martial arts action comedy shot like a vintage drive-in movie that is set in an orthodox monastery. A film that\, according to Variety\, could attract cult status.  \n\n\n\n“EVERYTHING COOL IS BANNED IN THE SOVIET UNION”Rafael/The Invisible Fight\n\n\n\n“Delightfully inventive and riotously funny\, The Invisible Fight makes it clear that the joy of kung fu cinema is celebrated worldwide\, even as far as Estonia.” Yep it looks amazing! Funny and smart and unique. I’m in.”Alex Billington/ Firstshowing.net
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/bbff-2024-opening-night-opening-reception/
LOCATION:Emerson Paramount Center\, 559 Washington St Boston\, MA 02111\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02111
CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonia,Family activities,Latvia,Lithuania,Virtual gathering
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240303T205000
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SUMMARY:Boston Baltic Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:In person and Virtual film festival  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoston\, MA. The Sixth Annual Boston Baltic Film Festival (BBFF) will take place in March 2024 with in-person screenings followed by two weeks of virtual screenings across the U.S. In-person screenings and events will take place at the Emerson Paramount Theater’s Bright Family Screening Room in downtown Boston March 1-3\, 2024.  Virtual screenings will be offered March 4-16\, 2024. \n\n\n\nThe line-up of 20 critically acclaimed films offered from Estonia\, Latvia\, and Lithuania can be seen on the website: www.bostonbalticfilm.org\, \n\n\n\nTickets and passes for both in-person and virtual screenings will go on sale through our website on February 5\, 2024. \n\n\n\nThe film industries in the three Baltic countries consistently produce films that garner awards in international festivals around the world. Boston audiences will be able to engage with the filmmakers in Q&A after the screenings and during a panel discussion on Friday\, March 1\, 2024.The Festival is organized by the Baltic Film Committee and the American National Latvian League (ALTS)\, in collaboration with ArtsEmerson. For more information visit our homepage www.bostonbalticfilm.org\, follow us on Facebook\, Instagram\, or contact info@bostonbalticfilm.org.
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/boston-baltic-film-festival-4/
LOCATION:Emerson Paramount Center\, 599 Washington Street\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemorating The Mass Flight of Refugees 1944,Community,Culture,Estonian Culture,Family activities,Latvia,Lithuania
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T235959
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SUMMARY:Applications Accepted for Stipend toward Internship in Estonia
DESCRIPTION:The Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Estonian Centre for International Development (ESTDEV) invite Estonian youths (age 18-35) living abroad to apply for a stipend to complete a professional internship in Estonia.  \n\n\n\nThe aim of the stipend is to provide an opportunity to get to know the Estonian culture\, language\, potential living and working opportunities and build professional networks. \n\n\n\nThe stipend application deadline is April 3\, 2024 at 11:59PM (Estonian time). \n\n\n\nThe stipend consists of two parts: \n\n\n\n\na basic stipend in the amount of 3000 euros;\n\n\n\nif necessary\, a travel stipend for the journey from the place of residence to Estonia and back.\n\n\n\n\nThe basic stipend is intended for a full-time internship with a duration up to two months (a minimum of 4 weeks). \n\n\n\nWho can apply? \n\n\n\n\nA person of Estonian origin\, 18-35 years of age\, who is living abroad and has done so for at least the last 5 years consecutively;\n\n\n\n… and who has completed higher or vocational education\, or completed at least one academic year from a currently ongoing higher or vocational education program.\n\n\n\n\nThe stipend application deadline is April 3\, 2024 at 11:59PM (Estonian time). \n\n\n\nApplications must be sent by e-mail to the address  taotlused@estdev.ee  by the deadline. \n\n\n\nCounseling: if you want to participate\, but you don’t know where to start\, send a motivation letter to the e-mail  diaspora@mfa.ee \n\n\n\nAll questions regarding the stipend programme can be directed to the coordinator: Annika Leek annika.leek@estdev.ee \n\n\n\nFor more information in English download the document here. \n\n\n\nFor more information in Estonian visit the ESTDEV website here. \n\n\n\nGlobal Estonian | Stipend for Estonian compatriots to complete an internship in Estonia
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/applications-accepted-for-stipend-toward-internship-in-estonia/
LOCATION:Maryland
CATEGORIES:Community,Education,Estonia,Government of Estonia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Estonian Centre for International Development":MAILTO:annika.leek@estdev.ee
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240225T235959
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SUMMARY:Baltic Action Alert: Ukraine rallies Feb. 24-25
DESCRIPTION:A Message from our friends at the ALA (American Latvian Association) Call to Action Unit  \n\n\n\nDear Friend of the Baltics\, \n\n\n\nFeb. 24 will mark two years of Russia’s murderous invasion of Ukraine\, and almost 10 years of Russia’s illegal occupation of Ukrainian territory since 2014. It is an anniversary to rally support against the violence\, lies and threats perpetrated by the regime in Moscow – not only against Ukraine\, but also against the U.S.\, the Baltics and our allies. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn this election year\, Congress and candidates need to see and hear public support for Ukraine\, to ensure the U.S. continues to support Ukraine now – and the Baltics in the future. \n\n\n\nWe urge you to use this tragic anniversary to demonstrate need and resolve by participating in a rally or other event that local Ukrainians are hosting on Feb. 24 or Feb. 25: \n\n\n\nCA – Los Angeles:https://www.facebook.com/events/1433291477623836/https://www.facebook.com/events/1086304085855262/ (auto rally)CA – San Diego:https://www.facebook.com/events/1328666797840700/ (fundraiser)CA – San Francisco:https://www.facebook.com/events/844859137439082/ (auto rally)CO – Denver:https://www.facebook.com/events/324173363737901/CT – Hartford:https://www.facebook.com/events/349605357965212/District of Columbia – Washington DC: https://www.facebook.com/events/892714775681965HI – Honolulu:https://www.facebook.com/events/1163343175046955/IL – Chicago:https://www.facebook.com/events/1048034142978491/MA – Boston:https://www.facebook.com/events/388857010366529/MI – Detroit:https://www.facebook.com/events/637067795140957/MI – Grand Rapids:https://www.facebook.com/events/936960738090306/MN – Minneapolis:https://www.facebook.com/events/344734181850945/NC – Asheville:https://www.facebook.com/events/3381827465443069/NY – New York:https://ukrainianinstitute.org/event/24-february-2024/ (open house)OH – Cleveland:https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=779257527565985PA – Philadelphia: https://www.facebook.com/events/310533904861294/PA – Pittsburgh:https://www.facebook.com/events/7395367410520111/SC – Columbia:https://www.facebook.com/events/3687116931611887/SC – Greenville:https://www.facebook.com/events/963025491931998/TN – Nashville:https://www.facebook.com/events/1082021496331001/TX – Austin:https://www.facebook.com/events/751180146927665/TX – Dallas: https://www.facebook.com/events/424210626701438/ (auto rally)VT – Dummerston (near Brattleboro):https://www.facebook.com/events/784936526788877/WA – Seattle:https://www.facebook.com/events/763608985821498WI – Milwaukee:https://www.facebook.com/events/755763479310616/ \n\n\n\nPlease check local times and locations. Bring your family members\, friends and Baltic flags! Let’s show Baltic support for Ukraine! \n\n\n\nAitäh\, paldies\, ačiū\, thank you.ALA Call to Action Management Committee \n\n\n\nAlong with its partners the Estonian American National Council and the Lithuanian American Council\, ALA is a parent organization of the Joint Baltic American National Committee (JBANC). JBANC works to represent Baltic Americans on Capitol Hill. \n\n\n\nALA is not affiliated with any of the groups organizing these events and is not responsible for event content or changes.
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/baltic-action-alert-ukraine-rallies-feb-24-25/
LOCATION:Maryland
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Community,Estonia,Family activities,Latvia,Lithuania,Ukraine
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T235959
DTSTAMP:20260406T040947
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SUMMARY:Estonian Independence Day
DESCRIPTION:photo: www.riigikogu.ee\n\n\n\nHappy Estonian Independence Day!      \n\n\n\nHead Eesti Vabariigi aastapäeva! \n\n\n\n(scroll down for Estonian)  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRemarks on the 106th Anniversary of the Republic of Estonia\n\n\n\nDear fellow Estonians\, dear friends\, \n\n\n\nThe importance of February 24 is not lost on any Estonian. It was 106 years ago that Estonia declared its independence in the proclamation Manifest kõigile Eestimaa rahvastele. Drafted by a committee of nationally-minded Estonians\, this „Manifest to all peoples in Estonia“ was approved during the short window at the end of WWI when Russian invaders were leaving and the Germans had yet to arrive. We are rightly proud of this bold act and of all those that followedas Estonia fought to gain and regain independence over the next century.  Estonians do not take their freedom for granted. This year\, as we enter the third year of Russia’s vile invasion of Ukraine\, historical events continue to ring loudly in our collective memory. \n\n\n\nWhereas February 24th\, 1918\, marked the birth of the Republic of Estonia\, it wasn’t until two years later\, February 2\, 1920\, that the Tartu Peace Treaty was signed to mark the end of Estonia’s War of Independence\, and in which Soviet Russia recognized the independence of the Republic of Estonia in perpetuity. The treaty has been called Estonia’s birth certificate\, and had pioneering significance in international law\, in that it cited the concept of a people’s right to self-determination\, to decide their own destiny.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSo today we celebrate the freedom and self-determination that Estonia has\, and which Ukraine is fighting so hard to keep. Let us celebrate this day whole-heartedly\, with joy and with pride in our freedom\, community\, and identity. Even under the shadow of Russia’s continuing war on Ukraine\, it is important to make space in our hearts to celebrate Estonia for all that it has accomplished\, what it continues to achieve\, and for its strong international voice in these disruptive and disturbing times.  \n\n\n\nIt is certainly troubling that the war in Ukraine continues\, and we are right to be uneasy about current events\, both in Europe and here in the U.S. We urge you to channel these thoughts into inspiration for action. We encourage you to use the privilege we have as Estonian Americans – that of using our voices and participating in the democratic process. Across the US\, a record number of Estonian Americans participated in advocacy activities during the year following Russia’s invasion\, speaking out for Ukraine and for Baltic security interests.  It is of utmost importance to continue these efforts in the coming year. So much is at stake in the U.S. Congress and in the understanding of the American people.  \n\n\n\nAs Estonians we are especially aware of the stakes. As has often been said of Baltic Americans: “They know.”  We know. And we remember. This year we commemorate 80 years since the Mass Flight of 1944\, when so many fled Estonia to escape the invading Soviet forces. Our parents and grandparents were faced with the impossible choice\, they experienced the life-altering disruption – whether they fled or were left to face the brutal Soviet regime. Our families were shattered. So many years later\, eight decades later\, even as Estonia has blossomed in regained freedom\, we as a people are still putting together the pieces of family and memory to fill in the gaps of our history.  \n\n\n\nIn Estonia\, the Mass Flight of 1944 is only very recently entering the public dialogue and national consciousness in a more open way. For many younger descendants of Estonians abroad\, the story of how and why our communities developed at the same time also remains largely unknown\, or only vaguely recalled. \n\n\n\nTo help keep the conversation going\, EANC is proud to be part of a larger commemorative project that we can all support together. A memorial sculpture and place of remembrance has been commissioned in Estonia to create a permanent reminder of the Mass Flight. This graceful and symbolic sculpture will depict the last moment of the countless goodbyes\, the last touch of hands at departure\, a moment encompassing uncertainty about the future\, no matter if you left or stayed. To be sited on grounds beside the Pärnu River\, one of the areas from which thousands fled in small boats\, this memorial sculpture is scheduled to be unveiled on September 21\, 2024.  We hope this date will be a focus for Estonians worldwide to remember and to commemorate these terrible events\, each in their own way.  \n\n\n\nAs Estonian Americans we have the privilege and responsibility to connect future generations to this story. We who have ourselves experienced or have a family legacy of the experience of brokenness\, recognize the gift of this inheritance – our story — as we celebrate EV106 and commemorate the Mass Flight of 1944. \n\n\n\nWe at the Estonian American National Council urge you to celebrate the day and share the gift.   \n\n\n\nElagu Eesti! \n\n\n\nMai-Liis Bartling \n\n\n\npresident \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEesti Rahvuskomitee Ühendriikides tervitus Eesti Vabariigi 106. aastapäeva puhul \n\n\n\nKallid sõbrad! \n\n\n\nVabariigi aastapäeva tähistades pühitseme oma rahva lugu \n\n\n\n24. veebruari tähtsust teab iga eestlane. 106 aastat tagasi kuulutas Eesti “Manifestiga kõigile Eestimaa rahvastele” välja oma iseseisvuse. \n\n\n\nRahvuslikult meelestatud eestlastest koosneva komitee koostatud manifest kiideti heaks Esimese maailmasõja lõpu lühikeses ajaaknas\, kui Vene sissetungijad olid lahkumas ja sakslased polnud veel saabunud. Oleme õigustatult uhked selle julge teo ja kõigi järgnevate tegude üle enam kui saja aasta jooksul\, kui Eesti võitles iseseisvuse taastamise nimel. Eestlaste jaoks ei ole meie vabadus iseenesest mõistetav. Tänavu\, kui astume kolmandasse aastasse Venemaa alatust sissetungist Ukrainasse\, helisevad ajaloosündmused meie kollektiivses mälus jätkuvalt valjult. \n\n\n\nKui 24. veebruar 1918 tähistas Eesti Vabariigi sündi\, siis alles kaks aastat hiljem\, 2. veebruaril 1920 sõlmitud Tartu rahuleping\, millega  Nõukogude Venemaa tunnustas Eesti Vabariigi  iseseisvust igavesest ajast igavesti\, lõpetas Eesti Vabadussõja. Lepingut on nimetatud Eesti sünnitunnistuseks ja see oli rahvusvahelises õiguses teedrajava tähendusega\, kuna viitas rahva enesemääramisõigusele ning õigusele otsustada oma saatuse üle. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTäna tähistame vabadust ja enesemääramist\, mis Eestil on ja mille säilitamise nimel Ukraina nii kõvasti võitleb. Tähistagem seda päeva kogu südamest\, rõõmuga ja uhkusega oma vabaduse\, kogukonna ja identiteedi üle. Ka Venemaa jätkuva Ukraina-sõja varjus on oluline teha oma südames ruumi\, et tähistada Eesti saavutusi\, Eesti jätkuvat arengut ning Eesti tugevat rahvusvahelist häält praegusel segasel ja häirival ajal. \n\n\n\nKindlasti on murettekitav\, et sõda Ukrainas jätkub\, ja meil on õigus olla rahutud praeguste sündmuste tõttu nii Euroopas kui ka siin USA-s. Kutsume teid üles muundama need mõtted tegutsemise inspiratsiooniks. Soovitame teil kasutada privileegi\, mida omame ameeriklastena – kasutada oma häält ja osaleda demokraatlikus protsessis. Üle USA osales Venemaa invasioonile järgnenud aastal kaitsetegevuses rekordarv Ameerika eestlasi\, kes võtsid sõna Ukraina ja Balti riikide julgeolekuhuvide eest. Ülimalt oluline on neid jõupingutusi jätkata ka järgmisel aastal. Nii palju on kaalul USA Kongressis ning ameeriklaste arusaamades. \n\n\n\nEestlastena oleme panustest eriti teadlikud – nagu balti-ameeriklaste kohta sageli öeldakse: “Nad teavad.” Me teame. Ja me mäletame. Tänavu tähistame 80. aasta möödumist 1944. a. suurpõgenemisest\, kui nii paljud põgenesid Eestist pealetungivate Nõukogude vägede eest. Meie vanemad ja vanavanemad seisid võimatu valiku ees\, tehes elumuutva otsuse – kas põge-neda või jääda silmitsi jõhkra nõukogude korraga. Meie pered purunesid. Palju aastaid – kaheksa aastakümmet hiljem\, isegi kui Eesti on õitsele puhkenud taastatud vabaduses\, paneme rahvana ikka veel kokku perekonna- ja mälukilde\, et täita oma ajaloo lünki. Eestis on 1944. aasta suurpõgenemise teema alles jõudmas avalikku dialoogi ja rahvuslikku teadvusesse. Paljude noorema põlve väliseestlaste jaoks on see samuti tundmatu või ähmaselt meenutatav lugu\, kuidas ja miks meie kogukonnad ühel ja samal ajal välja kujunesid. \n\n\n\nTeema ühisruumis ülalhoidmiseks osaleb ERKÜ uhkusega suuremas mälestusprojektis\, mida saame kõik koos toetada. Koos ÜEKNi teiste liikmesmaade esindajatega tellisime mälestusskulptuuri ja oleme loomas püsivat suurpõgenemise mälestuspaika (vt ka 12. lk). See graatsiline skulptuur kujutab sümboolselt lugematute hüvastijättude viimast hetke\, viimast käte puudutust lahkumishetkel\, mis hõlmas ebakindlust tuleviku suhtes olenemata sellest\, kas lahkuti või jäädi. Mälestusskulptuur hakkab paiknema Pärnu jõe ääres\, sealt põgenesid väikeste paatidega tuhanded inimesed. Mälestusmärk avatakse 21. septembril 2024. Loodame\, et sellel kuupäeval mälestavad eestlased kogu maailmas neid kohutavaid sündmusi –  igaüks omal moel. \n\n\n\nAmeerika eestlastena on meil eesõigus ja kohustus selle looga siduda ka meie tulevasi põlvkondi. Meie\, kes oleme ise kogenud perede rebenemist või omame seda perekondlikku pärandit\, tunneme ära selles pärandis kingituse – meie rahva loo – mida pühitseme\,  tähistades EV 106. aastapäeva ja mälestades 1944. aasta suurpõgenemist. \n\n\n\nEesti Rahvuskomitee Ühendriikides esinduskogu kutsub kõiki üles seda päeva tähistama ja seda kingitust jagama. \n\n\n\nElagu Eesti! \n\n\n\nEesti Vabariigi 106. aastapäeva puhul \n\n\n\nMai-Liis Bartling \n\n\n\nERKÜ president
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/estonian-independence-day-2/
LOCATION:Maryland
CATEGORIES:Estonia,Estonian Culture,Family activities,Government of Estonia,Security
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T040947
CREATED:20240121T030920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240121T030922Z
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SUMMARY:Film & Concert Night w/ Mart Sander & Triin Lellep at NY Estonian House
DESCRIPTION:Estonian stars of stage and film Mart Sander and Triin Lellep bring a double feature of Estonian culture and entertainment. Come for the screening\, stay for the show!   \n\n\n\nAdvance screening of “Dr. Sander’s Sleep Cure.”   \n\n\n\nThe official American premiere will take place on February 24th at the Nevermore Film Festival in Durham\, NC. Come to find out how this film made it into the Guiness Book of World Records. Run-time is 1h 38 minutes\, and will be followed by a Q&A session.  \n\n\n\nBegins at 4:30 pm; tickets for the film are $10 at the door. \n\n\n\nConcert: “Tallinn\, Broadway\, Hollywood”  \n\n\n\nFeaturing Mart Sander and Triin Lellep\, who will be performing beloved melodies from Estonian legend Raimond Valgre’s catalog; as well as A.L. Webber and Edith Piaf’s repertoire. They will also perform some well-known Broadway and Hollywood film songs. Tickets for the concert are $25 at the door. \n\n\n\nDiscounted tickets for both events are $30 at the door. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEstonian House Bar and kitchen open 4-11pm. \n\n\n\nAfter the concert\, Mart Sander invites you all to the bar for one of his legendary jam sessions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBaar ja köök avatud 16:00 – 23:00. \n\n\n\nKell 16:30 (Ernst Jaaksoni saalis) on teil ainukordne võimalus näha filmi “Dr. Sander’s Sleep Cure\,” mis jõudis Guinnessi rekordite raamatusse ning mille ametlik Ameerika esilinastus toimub Eesti Vabariigi aastapäeval\, Nevermore Film Festivalil Durham\, NC. Film kestab 1:38 ning peale filmi toimub ka Q&A. Filmi pilet on $10 uksel. \n\n\n\nKell 18:30 toimub meie suures saalis kontsert “Tallinn\, Broadway\, Hollywood”. Esitlusele tulevad armastatud meloodiad nii Raimond Valgre kataloogist kui ka A. L. Webber\, Edith Piafi repertuaarist. Lisaks ka mõned tuntud Broadway kui ka Hollywoodi laulud. Kontserdi pilet $25 uksel. \n\n\n\nMõlema ürituse sooduspilet $30 uksel. \n\n\n\nPeale kontserdi kutsub Mart Sander teid kõiki alla baari legendaarsele “jam sessionile”.
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/film-concert-night-w-mart-sander-triin-lellep-at-ny-estonian-house/
LOCATION:New Yorgi Eesti Maja /New York Estonian House\, 243 East 34th Street\, New York City\, New York\, 10016
CATEGORIES:Community,Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T040947
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SUMMARY:Connecticut Estonian Independence Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Eesti Vabariigi 196. Aastapäeva tähistamine \n\n\n\nThe Connecticut Estonian Society’s Estonian Independence Day celebration will occur on Saturday\, February 17th\, at 3:00 PM. The event will again be held at the Baltic Restaurant\, 237 New Britain Road\, Berlin\, CT. 06037. This venue replicates an actual Baltic Manor and features superb Baltic Sea regional cuisine. \n\n\n\nCES is honored to welcome this years guest speaker\, Mr. Margus Särglepp\, the Deputy Chief of Mission (DCM) at the Estonian Embassy in Washington\, D.C. The short program will feature a performance by Dr. Hando Nahkur\, one of the leading Estonian pianists of his generation. Hando is internationally acclaimed with numerous awards and has concertized in more than eighteen countries worldwide.   \n\n\n\nThe program may well include a few other local performers\, and our traditional raffle with quality prizes. The evening´s DJ music for listening and dancing is provided by Kristjan Karu. \n\n\n\nThe full Baltic buffet features roast pork loin\, sauerkraut\, stuffed cabbage\, chicken\, kielbasa\, and more. For dessert\, we have homemade Kringel.  \n\n\n\nTickets are Adults-$65\, young people-$55\, children 12-3 ($30)\, little kids – free (Please see RSVP form below). Please RSVP by February 12th to the CES treasurer\, Margus Laan.  \n\n\n\nChecks should be made to CES (Connecticut Estonian Society) and mailed to Margus Laan\, 3 Russell Street\, Wallingford\, CT 06492-3220. Reservations may also be made via email to Margus (mtlaan@att.net) or by phone (203-214-0517)\, with payment by check on-site at the event. We hope to see you all there!
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/connecticut-estonian-independence-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Baltic Restaurant\, 237 New Britain Road\, Berlin\, Connecticut\, 06037\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Estonian Society - Connecticuti Eesti Selts":MAILTO:estoniansocietyct@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T040947
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SUMMARY:EV106! Estonian Independence Day Celebration in Connecticut
DESCRIPTION:The Connecticut Estonian Society invites fellow Estonians\, friends\, and supporters to join them in celebration of the anniversary of Estonian Independence (Feb. 24\, 1918).  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe´ll greet you all with a light reception\, followed by an Independence Day program. We welcome guest speaker Margus Särglepp\, the Deputy Chief of Mission at the Estonian Embassy in Washington\, D.C.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe short program will feature Dr. Hando Nahkur\, one of the leading Estonian pianists of his generation. Internationally acclaimed with numerous awards and performances in more than eighteen countries worldwide\, Hando Nahkur spent some of his years of studies at Yale in CT\, and we welcome him home.   \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFor dancing and entertainment we welcome back DJ Kristjan Karu. See you on the dance floor! \n\n\n\nRaffle\, cash bar\, surprise guests and dear friends!   \n\n\n\nThe event will again be held at the Baltic Restaurant\, 237 New Britain Road\, Berlin\, CT. 06037. This venue replicates an actual Baltic Manor and features superb Baltic Sea regional cuisine. \n\n\n\nThe full Baltic buffet features roast pork loin\, sauerkraut\, stuffed cabbage\, chicken\, kielbasa\, and more. For dessert\, we have homemade Kringel.  \n\n\n\nTickets: Adults\, $65\, young people\, $55\, children 12-3 -$30\, and little kids\, free.  \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP by February 12th to the CES treasurer\, Margus Laan. Checks should be made to CES (Connecticut Estonian Society) and mailed to Margus Laan\, 3 Russell Street\, Wallingford\, CT 06492-3220. Reservations may also be made via email to Margus (mtlaan@att.net) or by phone (203-214-0517)\, with payment by check on-site at the event. We hope to see you all there. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Connecticuti Eesti Selts ootab kaasmaalasi\, tuttavaid ja toetajaid koos tähistama Eesti Vabariigi 106.aastapäeva.  \n\n\n\nKohtume taas Baltic Restaurant saalis New Britaini linnas.  \n\n\n\nMeil on suur au tervitada aktuse peakõnelejat Eesti Saatkonna asejuht Margus Särglepp. Kava jätkab muusikalise programmiga\, esinejaks on pianist Hando Nahkur. Hando on maailma tipppianistide seas ning on kontserteerinud 18 riigis üle ilma.  \n\n\n\nÕhtumuusikat mängib DK Kristjan Karu ning loodame teid kõik kohtuda tantsupõrandal! Õhtusüügiks rikkalik buffet Balti stiilis toitudest.  \n\n\n\nBaar on avatud. Loos. Üllatused. Sõbrad\, vanad ja uued.  \n\n\n\nPalun andke hiljemalt 12. veebruariks teada oma kavatsusest osaleda seltsi laekurile\, Margus Laan.  \n\n\n\nChecks should be made to CES (Connecticut Estonian Society) and mailed to Margus Laan\, 3 Russell Street\, Wallingford\, CT 06492-3220.  \n\n\n\nReservations may also be made via email to Margus (mtlaan@att.net) or by phone (203-214-0517)\, with payment by check on-site at the event. We hope to see you all there!
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/ev106-estonian-independence-day-celebration-in-connecticut/
LOCATION:Baltic Restaurant\, 237 New Britain Road\, Berlin\, Connecticut\, 06037\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Estonian Society - Connecticuti Eesti Selts":MAILTO:estoniansocietyct@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T040947
CREATED:20240201T052649Z
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SUMMARY:Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir on Tour: Philadelphia
DESCRIPTION:Foto: Kaupo Kikkas\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEANC is proud to partner with Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir on its 2024 Tour of North America. \n\n\n\nFor more information about EPCC\, their repertoire\, their home country\, and where to buy tickets\, click here .
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/estonian-philharmonic-chamber-choir-on-tour-philadelphia/
LOCATION:Episcopal Cathedral\, 19 South 38th Street\, Philadelphia\, Pennsylvania\, 19104
CATEGORIES:Community,Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T040947
CREATED:20240201T051941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T052129Z
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SUMMARY:Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir on Tour:  Washington\, DC (Georgetown)
DESCRIPTION:EANC is proud to partner with Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir on its 2024 Tour of North America. \n\n\n\nFor more information about EPCC\, their repertoire\, their home country\, and where to buy tickets\, click here .  \n\n\n\nFoto: Kaupo Kikkas
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/estonian-philharmonic-chamber-choir-on-tour-washington-dc-georgetown/
LOCATION:St. John’s Episcopal Church\,\, 3240 O St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20007
CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240202T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240202T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T040947
CREATED:20231229T223022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231229T223024Z
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SUMMARY:EANC Hendrik Visnapuu Literature and Culture Award Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:EANC\, along with partners Estonian Writers Union and Luunja Municipality\, look forward to presenting the 2024 Henrik Visnapuu Award on February 2nd. Keep your eye our for the announcement of the 2024 laureate on January 2\, the anniversary of Visnapuu’s birth.  \n\n\n\nThe ceremony and event will be held in person as well as live-streamed\, and will recorded for later viewing\, as well.
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/eanc-hendrik-visnapuu-literature-and-culture-award-ceremony/
LOCATION:Eesti Kirjanike Maja\, Harju tnv 1\, Tallinn\, Estonia
CATEGORIES:Estonian Culture,Poetry,Virtual gathering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Estonian American National Council":MAILTO:erku@estosite.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240201T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T040947
CREATED:20231024T131000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T034326Z
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SUMMARY:Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir 2024 Tour of East Coast
DESCRIPTION:Maestro Tõnu Kaljuste and Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir. Photo: Kaupo Kikkas\n\n\n\nThe Estonian American National Council is proud to partner with the Grammy-Award winning vocal ensemble Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir and Artistic Director & Chief Conductor Tõnu Kaljuste as they embark on their 2024 Tour of the East Coast. \n\n\n\nThe EPCC concerts are scheduled for February 1 – 8\, 2024 at St. Ignatius Loyola Church in New York\, St. Paul’s Basilica in Toronto\, St. John’s Episcopal Church in Georgetown – Washington\, DC\, and the Episcopal Cathedral in Philadelphia.  \n\n\n\nThe performance repertoires includes works by Estonian composer Arvo Pärt\, recently named the second most-performed living composer in the world.   \n\n\n\nSee the concert program below.  \n\n\n\n\nLearn more\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets are on sale now\n\n\n\n\n\nEPCC Concert – New York City\n\n\n\nFebruary 1st\, 8 p.m.  \n\n\n\nSaint Ignatius Loyola Church 980 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY 10028  \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nPurchase tickets\n\n\n\n\nUse the code ESTO15 for a 15% discount (St. Ignatius Loyola concert only) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEPCC Concert – Toronto\n\n\n\nFebruary 3rd\, 7:30 p.m.  \n\n\n\nSt. Paul’s Basilica83 Powers Street\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPurchase tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEPCC Concert – Washington\, DC. (Georgetown)\n\n\n\nFebruary 6th\, 7 p.m.  \n\n\n\nSt. John’s Episcopal Church3240 O St NW\, Washington\, DC 20007 \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPurchase tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n>> FAQ for Concert at St. John´s Episcopal\, Georgetown \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEPCC Concert – Philadelphia\n\n\n\nFebruary 8th\, 7:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nPhiladelphia Episcopal Cathedral19 S 38th St.\, Philadelphia\, PA 19104   \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPurchase tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNorth American Tour 2024 Repertoire\n\n\n\n\n\nGiovanni Pierluigi da PalestrinaOffertoriumBenedictus es Domine \n\n\n\nArvo PärtMagnificat \n\n\n\nGiovanni Pierluigi da PalestrinaOffertoriumAve Maria \n\n\n\nArvo PärtNunc dimittisThe Deer’s Cry \n\n\n\nGiovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina PalestrinaMotet Hodie Christus natus est \n\n\n\n\n\nArvo PärtDopo la vittoria \n\n\n\nGiovanni Pierluigi da PalestrinaOffertoriumLaudate Dominum \n\n\n\nArvo PärtParts from Kanon Pokajanen:KontakionIkosPrayer after Kanon \n\n\n\nEstonian Philharmonic Chamber ChoirConductor Tõnu Kaljuste \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPress Releases & Articles\n\n\n\nRead more about the partnership between Estonian American National Council and the Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir:EPCC & EANC Press release (English)  \n\n\n\nLoe rohkem Eesti Filharmoonia Kammerkoori ja Eesti Rahvuskomitee Ühendriikides partnerlusest: EFK ja ERKÜ Pressiteade (Eesti keeles)
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/estonian-philharmonic-chamber-choir-2024-tour-of-east-coast/
LOCATION:Maryland
CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonian Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240102T120000
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CREATED:20231220T052223Z
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SUMMARY:EANC Hendirk Visnapuu Laureate Announced
DESCRIPTION:The Estonian American National Council\, together with the Estonian Writers Union and Luunja municipality\, are proud to recognize the 2024 winner of the EANC Henrik Vsinapuu Literary Cultural Award. Winner to be announcd via press release on January 2\, 2024\, the anniversray of the birth of beloved prolific Estonian author Hendrik Visnapuu.
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/eanc-hendirk-visnapuu-laureate-announced/
LOCATION:Maryland
CATEGORIES:Estonian Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Estonian American National Council":MAILTO:erku@estosite.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231217T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231217T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T040947
CREATED:20231220T051527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231220T051556Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Meeting: Estonian Archives in the U.S.
DESCRIPTION:Member organizations and delegates convene in Lakewood\, NJ for the 2023 Annual Meeting of the Estonian Archives in the U.S.  The Estonian Archives in the U.S. are a registered 501c3 nonprofit organization.
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/annual-meeting-estonian-archives-in-the-u-s/
LOCATION:Maryland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T090000
DTSTAMP:20260406T040947
CREATED:20231206T022735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T023640Z
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SUMMARY:Üleilmse eestluse virtuaalfoorum/ Global Estonian Forum
DESCRIPTION:The virtual forum for Estonians across the globe is held on 7 December at 16.00 Estonian time (09:00 Eastern\, 06:00 Pacific) \n\n\n\nThe upcoming event is the Foreign Ministry’s 6th virtual forum for Estonians across. This time\, the forum covers very practical aspect – the possibilities of Estonia’s e-state from the perspective of an Estonian living abroad.  \n\n\n\nTo provide some inspiration for your summer holiday plans\, we are taking you to the University town of Tartu\, in southern Estonia. Tartu has been named the European Capital of Culture in 2024. The entire region of southern Estonia is involved.  \n\n\n\nRegister to win! This time we will spin the wheel again\, and offer one forum participant the chance to win plane tickets (2) to Estonia and two nights in a hotel in Tallinn.  \n\n\n\nAfter some great discussion\, the forum also features music by Duo Ruut. We meet writer and director Anna Hints\, who has been touring the US with her masterful film Soke Sauna Sisterhood. Anna Hints will be the closing interview of this year’s forum series. The virtual forum is moderated by journalist Silver Tambur. \n\n\n\nYou can watch and think along with the virtual forum of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs from any location with an internet connection. The forum will have simultaneous interpretation into English and Russian. \n\n\n\nParticipation link: https://worksup.com/app?id=GLOBALESTONIA \n\n\n\nPROGRAMME \n\n\n\n16.00 \n\n\n\n\nIntroduction. Silver Tambur\n\n\n\nWelcoming words. Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna\n\n\n\n\n\ne-Services abroad from the perspective of an Estonian abroad: everything you need to know. Erika Piirmets\n\n\n\nVideo call to the United States. Heilika and Ülo Pikkov\n\n\n\nHow can you research your family history virtually? Fred Puss\n\n\n\nMusic by Duo Ruut\n\n\n\n\n17.00 \n\n\n\n\nThe programme of Tartu – European Capital of Culture 2024. Erni Kask and Annela Laaneots\n\n\n\nHow the European Capital of Culture and the Southern Estonian vibe match. Jalmar Vabarna\n\n\n\nVideo call to the United States. Karel Polt on dividing his life between Otepää and Los Angeles \n\n\n\nVideo call to Võrumaa. Mari Kalkun and the Aigu om Festival \n\n\n\n\n17.45 \n\n\n\n\nEnd-of-the-year interview with Anna Hints\n\n\n\nMusical finale by Duo Ruut\n\n\n\n\nThe estimated end of the event is at 18.00 * Estonian time \n\n\n\nPARTICIPANTS \n\n\n\nMargus Tsahkna – Foreign Minister \n\n\n\nHeilika ja Ülo Pikkov – documentary filmmaker and director \n\n\n\nErika Piirmets – Digital Transformation Adviser at e-Estonia \n\n\n\nFred Puss – genealogist\, Director of the Estonian Biographical Center \n\n\n\nKarel Polt – author of Literally Estonian from Los Angeles \n\n\n\nJalmar Vabarna – singer and musician (Trad.Attack!\, Zetod)\, Ambassador of Tartu 2024 \n\n\n\nMari Kalkun – singer\, songwriter\, composer and musician\, Ambassador of Tartu 2024 \n\n\n\nErni Kask – Head of International Relations\, Tartu 2024 \n\n\n\nAnnela Laaneots – Head of the Southern Estonia programme\, Tartu 2024 \n\n\n\nAnna Hints – author\, writer and director of the film Smoke Sauna Sisterhood  \n\n\n\nDuo Ruut – a folk music duo comprising Katariina Kivi and Ann-Lisett Rebane \n\n\n\nSilver Tambur – moderator \n\n\n\nPrevious virtual forums can be watched here:https://globalestonian.com/et/video/virtuaalfoorumid
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/uleilmse-eestluse-virtuaalfoorum-global-estonian-forum/
LOCATION:Maryland
CATEGORIES:Culture,Estonia,Estonian Culture,Government of Estonia,Online Discussion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231204T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231222T235959
DTSTAMP:20260406T040947
CREATED:20231220T041521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231220T041556Z
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SUMMARY:Estophilus Scholarship Application Period
DESCRIPTION:Estophilus scholarship applications are now being accepted.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe purpose of Estophilus scholarship is to support the Estonia-specific research of students enrolled in universities abroad and of international researchers interested in the Estonian language and culture (in Estonia)\, by thus contributing to the exchange of knowledge and making Estonia more visible. The activity results in increased number of studies related to Estonia and of the students interested in the Estonian language and culture. \n\n\n\nWho can apply? \n\n\n\nThe Estophilus scholarship may be applied for by the foreign nationals final year BA students\, master’s students\, PhD students and post-doctorate researchers from universities abroad while staying in Estonia for conducting research or collecting material about Estonia for 1-5 months. The Estonian language proficiency is an advantage but not a requirement. The research plan has to focus on topics related to Estonia in specific.   \n\n\n\nThe scholarship programme is managed by the Education and Youth Board of Estonia. However\, the primary contact of the grantee before and during the research mobility is the grantee’s academic supervisor at an Estonian university. \n\n\n\nApplication round of the EKKAV program for the fall semester of the 2023/24 academic year is open. The grant application period is 04.12.2023–22.12.2023.
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/estophilus-scholarship-application-period/
LOCATION:Maryland
CATEGORIES:Education,Estonia,Estonian Culture,Opportunities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eesti Haridus ja Noorsoo Amet / Republic of Estonian Education and Youth Board":MAILTO:kerttu.lohmus@harno.ee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231204T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231222T235959
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SUMMARY:Scholarship Application Accepted
DESCRIPTION:Scholarships applications for summer and winter Estonian language courses will be accepted from Dec 4 through December 22.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe EKKAV scholarship for attending Estonian language and culture summer/winter courses can be applied for by all the international university students interested in the Estonian language and culture who are studying or have previously studied Estonian. The applicant must be enrolled at a foreign university at the time of application (BA\, MA or PhD student). \n\n\n\nThe 2023/24 academic year Fall semester round of applications is open. The application period runs December 4th through December 22th (11:59pm Estonian time). \n\n\n\nImportant: \n\n\n\n\nThe applicant must register for the summer or winter course himself/herself;The course participation fee\, accommodation and cultural excursions of the summer and winter courses will be covered with the scholarship;  \n\n\n\nThe travelling expenses will be self-financed by the applicant;  \n\n\n\nWhen using the scholarship (attending the summer and winter courses)\, the grantee is expected to follow the course organiser’s instructions regarding travelling to Estonia (possible restrictions) and participation in the course (more information can be found on the course websites or via direct contact with the organiser); The applicant is expected to mark his/her preference regarding a specific summer or winter course in the application.\n\n\n\n\nRequired application documents are: \n\n\n\n\nformal application where the applicant describes the additional value deriving from participation in the course;\n\n\n\nrecommendation letter from the applicant’s Estonian lecturer / other certificate regarding knowledge of Estonian.\n\n\n\n\nThe evaluation and decision procedure normally takes until 45 days from the date of the announced application deadline. The applicants will be contacted individually regarding the grant decision. \n\n\n\nThe application form must be signed digitally (with an ID card or Mobile ID) or in writing and then scanned and sent with additional documents to the e-mail address rvo.dokumendid@harno.ee\, subject line: „Suve- ja talvekursuste stipendium (EKKAV)“ \n\n\n\nContact: Kerttu Lõhmus \n\n\n\n email: kerttu.lohmus@harno.ee
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/ekkav-scholarship-applications-accepted/
LOCATION:Maryland
CATEGORIES:Culture,Education,Estonia,Estonian Culture,Opportunities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eesti Haridus ja Noorsoo Amet / Republic of Estonian Education and Youth Board":MAILTO:kerttu.lohmus@harno.ee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T040947
CREATED:20231011T060100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231111T080841Z
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SUMMARY:Baltic Christmas Market & Holiday Party
DESCRIPTION:Join Estonians\, Latvians and Lithuanians in the New England area to kick off the holiday festivities!  \n\n\n\nBaltic Christmas market opens to the public at noon. Vendors include artisans\, artists\, handicrafts\, Christmas decorations and more. Entertainment\, snacks\, cash bar\, cafe\, children’ s play area open all day. Activities for all ages.  \n\n\n\nVendor registration and tickets: MerikeSiismets@gmail.com
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/baltic-christmas-market-holiday-party/
LOCATION:BLDG #4\, Hilliard Street\, Manchester\, Connecticut\, 06042
CATEGORIES:Community,Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Estonian Society & Connecticut Estonian School":MAILTO:estoniansocietyct@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231231T235959
DTSTAMP:20260406T040947
CREATED:20231220T042822Z
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SUMMARY:Applications for Returnee Support now being accepted
DESCRIPTION:Returnee support /Tagasipöördumistoetus \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Constitution of the Republic of Estonia lays down the right of every ethnic Estonian and Estonian citizen to settle in Estonia. The Integration Foundation has long supported the repatriation of Estonians who have stayed away from Estonia or were born abroad (from the age of 15) and Estonian citizens to Estonia\, paying return support to those in need. \n\n\n\nThe aim of the programme is to encourage Estonian citizens and ethnic Estonians and their descendants to settle in Estonia. It is important for Estonia that the population of the country increases on account of Estonian citizens and ethnic Estonians. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nMore info\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEesti Vabariigi Põhiseadus sätestab iga eestlase ja Eesti kodaniku õiguse asuda Eestisse elama. Integratsiooni Sihtasutus toetab pikka aega Eestist eemal viibinud või välisriigis sündinud eestlaste (alates 15-aasta vanusest) ja Eesti kodanike Eestisse naasmist\, makstes abivajajatele tagasipöördumistoetust. \n\n\n\nProgrammi eesmärk on soodustada Eesti kodanike ja etniliste eestlaste ning nende järeltulijate Eestisse elama asumist. Eesti jaoks on oluline\, et riigi elanikkond suureneks Eesti kodanike ja etniliste eestlaste arvel. \n\n\n\nKes saab tagasipöördumistoetust taotleda? \n\n\n\nTagasipöördumistoetus on suunatud pikka aega võõrsil viibinud lastega perede tagasipöördumise soodustamiseks\, kuivõrd aastatega suureneb pereliikmete arv ning tagasikolimisteenused on kulukad. Pikka aega võõrsil viibimise ehk seitsme aasta nõuet ei kohaldata kuni 40-aastastele välismaal magistri- ja doktoriõppe läbinud noortele\, et soodustada võõrsil hariduse saanud noorte tagasipöördumist ja tööle asumist Eestis. \n\n\n\n\nRohkem infot
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/applications-for-returnee-support-now-being-accepted/
LOCATION:Maryland
CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Estonia,Government of Estonia,Opportunities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Integratsiooni Sihtasutus (INSA) /":MAILTO:tagasieestisse@integratsioon.ee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231118T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T040947
CREATED:20231027T165904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T170315Z
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SUMMARY:Paavo Järvi Conducts New York Philharmonic
DESCRIPTION:Estonian conductor Paavo Järvi.  Photo credit: Kaupo Kikkas\n\n\n\nEstonian conductor Paavo Järvi returns to Lincoln Center! The concert leaps from the starting line with a high-speed overture by his countryman Veljo Tormis\, and ends with Prokofiev’s Sixth Symphony\, a meditation on the profound losses of the Second World War.  \n\n\n\nEstonian Grammy Award–winning conductor Paavo Järvi\, widely recognized as one of today’s most eminent conductors\, enjoys close partnerships with the finest orchestras around the world. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/paavo-jarvi-conducts-new-york-philharmonic/
LOCATION:Wu Tsai Theater at David Geffen Hall\, 10 Lincoln Center Plaza\, New York\, New York\, 10023
CATEGORIES:Culture,Estonian Culture,Family activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T040947
CREATED:20231108T165454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T170224Z
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SUMMARY:EU-US Defense & Future Forum\, hosted by Atlantic Council's Europe Center
DESCRIPTION:Keynote Conversation with the Prime Minister of the Republic of Estonia\, Kaja Kallas\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the Atlantic Council’s Europe Center at the third annual EU-US Defense & Future Forum on November 14 and 15\, for a keynote conversation with the Prime Minister of Estonia Kaja Kallas. Register in-person or virtually for discussions on how the EU-US relationship can further strengthen collective prosperity and security. \n\n\n\nWhat is the view from Tallinn\, Estonia on the geopolitical challenges threatening the transatlantic partnership? As the United States\, the European Union\, and the transatlantic partners face a long-term task of supporting Ukraine\, Estonia and the Baltic states as NATO allies and EU member states are on the frontlines of confronting Russia’s revanchism and thought leaders in reimagining Europe’s security and geopolitical role.  \n\n\n\nThis keynote conversation with Prime Minister Kaja Kallas will explore the importance of ending Russia’s cycle of aggressions for the future of European and wider global security. It will consider the actions necessary to bolster European defense readiness and assess why partnership is essential in standing up for shared values including democracy and rule of law and ensuring Europe is free\, prosperous and secure with Ukraine firmly anchored in the Euro-Atlantic community. \n\n\n\nAttend in person or view online.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/eu-us-defense-future-forum-hosted-by-atlantic-councils-europe-center/
LOCATION:Maryland
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Estonia,Government of Estonia,Security,Security and Baltic Cooperation,Ukraine,Virtual gathering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231108T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231119T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T040947
CREATED:20230517T050816Z
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SUMMARY:The 6th NY Baltic Film Festival: See the world through Baltic eyes!
DESCRIPTION:EANC is a proud sponsor of the the 6th Annual New York Baltic Film Festival (NYBFF).  Presented by Scandinavia House: The Nordic Center in America\, the festival returns this November continuing its tradition of bringing the best new films from the Baltic region to New York audiences.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNovember 8-12\, in-person screenings and events will be held at Scandinavia House in New York.  \n\n\n\nNovember 8-19\, 2023 offering both in-person and virtual screenings. \n“As we celebrate the global success of Baltic films at major international film festivals\, we invite you to join us at Scandinavia House and see the world through Baltic eyes.” ~ NYBFF Head of Programs Jūle Rozite.\n\n\n\nVirtual viewing is once again available to viewers across the U.S. via Elevent streaming platform from November 10-19. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTake some friends for a night out at the movies: The in-person lineup has something for everyone! Can’t make it in person? The virtual lineup is just as good!  \n\n\n\nThe Festival features several excellent films by Estonian filmmakers\, both in-person and virtually. be sure to see Estonia’s Oscar’s contender\, Smoke Sauna Sisterhood\, to see what all the buzz is about!   \n\n\n\n In-person and virtual festival passes and tickets are on sale now  \n\n\n\n\nBox office\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWHAT WOULD YOU TAKE? (Mille Sina võtaksid?)Heilika Pikkov\, Estonia\, 202323 minutes. In Ukrainian\, English\, Russian with English subtitles \n\n\n\nHome. Your home. Your place. Your memories. Your belongings. In the blink of eye\, it’s gone. ‘What Would You Take’ is a documentary narrative portraits from Ukrainian refugees\, the largest displacement of people in Europe since the Second World War. \n\n\n\nIn-Person Screening: Thursday\, November 9\, 6:30 pm \n\n\n\nThe film screening will be followed by a panel discussion moderated by Andrew Horodysky (Ukrainian Institute of America) with director Heilika Pikkov\, painter Lesia Khomenko\, and art historian and curator Katherine Carl and will conclude with a concert by Estonian musician Maria Faust. \n\n\n\n$10 from each screening ticket will be donated to the Ukrainian war humanitarian relief effort. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSMOKE SAUNA SISTERHOOD   (Savvusanna sõsarad)Anna Hints\, Estonia/France/Iceland\, 202389 minutes\, In Estonian\, Seto\, Võro with English subtitlesSmoke Sauna Sisterhood intimately explores the healing and communal experience of Estonian smoke saunas\, highlighting their age-old tradition as a ritual among women in the Võro region. The film’s masterful cinematography and authentic portrayal of women delves into themes of trauma\, healing\, and sisterhood. It won an award for Best Director at Sundance\, and has been chosen as Estonia’s contender for the Academy Awards. \n\n\n\nDirector Anna Hints will present a Q&A following the screening of the film. \n\n\n\nIn-Person Screening: Sunday\, November 12\, 7:00 pm \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMACHINA FAUST (Machina Faust)Kaupo Kruusiauk\, Estonia\, 202377 minutes. In Estonian with English SubtitlesNorth American Premiere \n\n\n\nMachina Faust is an authentic and raw documentary that offers an unfiltered look at the life of Estonian composer and saxophonist Maria Faust. Directed by Kaupo Kruusiauk\, it portrays Faust as a relatable and inspiring figure\, shedding light on the challenges women face in the music industry and in society at large. \n\n\n\nMaria Faust will present a Q&A following the screening of the film. \n\n\n\nIn-Person Screening: Friday\, November 10\, 6:00 pmVirtual Screening: November 5-14 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMELCHIOR THE APOTHECARY: THE EXECUTIONER’S DAUGHTER (Apteeker Melchior. Timuka tütar)Elmo Nüganen\, Estonia/Germany/Latvia/Lithuania\, 202290 minutes. In Estonian with English subtitlesNorth American PremiereIn the latest film in the Melchior the Apothecary trilogy\, the protagonists’ quest to uncover the mystery behind a brutal attack brings him into contact with a shadowy night brotherhood and the arrival of a ruthless witch-hunter from Rome\, pushing him and his wife to the brink of peril in a treacherous and enigmatic Tallinn. \n\n\n\nActress Maarja Johanna Mägi will present a Q&A following the screening of the film. \n\n\n\nIn-Person Screening: Saturday\, November 11\, 3:15 pm \n\n\n\nSO MANY MORE FILMS TO CHOOSE FROM! Get your tickets today!  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“After the past few years marked by big changes and uncertainty\, it’s important to remember the joy and wonder of watching films together on the big screen and the power of cinema to transport us to other worlds\, introduce us to new ideas and perspectives\, and ignite our imaginations\,” says NYBFF Head of Programs Jūle Rozite. “As we celebrate the global success of Baltic films at major international film festivals\, we invite you to join us at Scandinavia House and see the world through Baltic eyes.” \n\n\n\nFor program announcements\, please subscribe to the festival newsletter at balticfilmfestival.com and Scandinavia House newsletter at scandinaviahouse.org. For more immediate updates\, follow NYBFF on Instagram and Facebook. \n\n\n\nABOUT THE NEW YORK BALTIC FILM FESTIVALEstablished in 2018\, the New York Baltic Film Festival is presented and organized by Scandinavia House in collaboration with the Consulate General of Estonia\, Consulate General of Lithuania\, and Permanent Mission of Latvia to the United Nations in New York. Financial support for the festival comes from the Estonian Film Institute\, National Film Center of Latvia\, and Lithuanian Film Center\, with additional sponsorship by the American Scandinavian Foundation\, American Latvian Association\, Edhard Corporation\, Estonian Ministry of Culture\, Estonian American National Council (ERKÜ)\, Latvian Foundation (Latviešu fonds)\, Latvian Investment and Development Agency\,  Lithuanian Foundation\, Narbutas Furniture\, PBLA Culture Fund\, and Sondra Litvaityte. \n\n\n\nNYBFF is honored to be the only film festival outside Europe where the three film centers of Estonia\, Latvia and Lithuania are cooperating partners focused upon raising awareness of Baltic cinema in the United States.
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/the-6th-ny-baltic-film-festival-see-the-world-through-baltic-eyes/
LOCATION:Scandinavia House\, 58 Park Avenue (at 38th Street)\, New York
CATEGORIES:Community,Culture
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SUMMARY:EANC Visnapuu Award Nominees Announced
DESCRIPTION:Henrik Visnapuu nimeline kirjanduspreemia loodi USAs 1952 ja seda anti välja kuni aastani 2007. Seejärel tegevus katkes auhinnafondi loonute surma tõttu. ERKÜ taastas Visnapuu auhinna 2020. aastal\, otsustades auhinda välja anda igal teisel aastal ning laiendas auhinna haardeulatust üldisemaks kultuuriauhinnaks. \n\n\n\nThe literary prize named for beloved Estonian writer Henrik Visnapuu was initially created in the USA in 1952 and was awarded until 2007. EANC re-estabished the Visnapuu Award in 2020\, and now presents the award every other year. EANC partners with the Estonian Writers Union and the municipality of Luunja (where Visnapuu was born).  \n\n\n\nThe selection committee will announce the nominees on November 1st. Stay tuned!
URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/eanc-visnapuu-award-nominees-announced/
LOCATION:Maryland
CATEGORIES:Culture,Estonian Culture
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