Events
Events for June 01, 2008
- Switzerland
- Kremerata Baltica, Kissin in Zürich
Kremerata Baltica performs with pianist Evgeny Kissin at 19:30 hours June 1 in Tonhalle Zürich, Claridenstrasse 7, Zürich. On the program are works by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Benjamin Britten and Sergei Prokofiev. For further information, visit www.tonhalle-orchester.ch.
- Germany
- Kremerata Baltica in Nürnberg
Violinist Gidon Kremer and his Kremerata Baltica perform at 20:00 hours June 3 in Stadt Nürnberg Meistersingerhalle, Münchener Straße 21, Nürnberg. On the program is Beethoven’s “Konzert für Violine und Orcherster D-Dur op. 61.” For further information, visit www.meistersingerhalle.nuernberg.de.
- Illinois
- ‘Rīgas sargi’ in Chicago
The feature film Rīgas sargi (Defenders of Rīga) will be screened at 10 a.m. June 7 in the Village Crossing Theater, 7000 Carpenter Road (corner of Touhy and Central avenues), Skokie. The film, in Latvian with English subtitles, depicts the November 1919 battle for Rīga against rogue German forces. The screening is sponsored by the Chicago Latvian Association. Tickets will be available at the door for USD 15 (senior citizens and students, USD 10).
- Queensland
- Zolīte afternoon in Brisbane
The Daugavas Vanagi sponsors a monthly gathering for enthusiasts of the card game zolīte. Come and play at 13:00 hours June 7 at the Latvian House, 24 Church Court, Buranda. Admission is AUD 5.
- New South Wales
- ‘Vogelfrei’ screened in Sydney festival
The feature film Vogelfrei, in which four Latvian directors examine a day in the life of a man at four stages in his life, will be screened during the 55th Sydney Film Festival. The showings are at 4:20 p.m. June 7 in the Greater Union George Street, 505-525 George St., Sydney, and at 6:30 p.m. June 10, also in Greater Union George Street. The 92-minute film is in Latvian and Russian. Directors Jānis Kalējs, Gatis Šmits, Jānis Putniņš and Anna Viduleja will be present to discuss the film. For more on the festival, which runs from June 4-22, visit www.sydneyfilmfestival.org.
- United Kingdom
- Family Day at Rowfant House
A summer Family Day event begins at 10:30 a.m. June 8 at Rowfant House, Wallage Lane, Rowfant, Crawley. A church service for children is scheduled at 11 a.m. Activities for children start at 11:30 a.m. and include arts, crafts and athletics. While the kids are busy, parents will be able to learn more about Rowfant House. At 2 p.m. children will receive awards, after which an open-air concert is planned featuring the choir and dancer from the Rīga Latvian Society, the London Latvian Choir, and local British choirs. The event is free, but there is a charge for food and beverages.
- Ontario
- ‘The Soviet Story’ in Kitchener
The documentary film The Soviet Story will be presented at 7 p.m. June 9 at the Royal Canadian Legion, Polish Veteran’s Branch No. 412, 601 Wellington St. N., Kitchener. The film, by Latvian director Edvīns Šnore, tells the story of the Soviet regime and claims the Soviets helped Nazi Germany instigate the Holocaust. For further information about the film, visit www.sovietstory.com.
- New South Wales
- ‘Vogelfrei’ screened in Sydney festival
The feature film Vogelfrei, in which four Latvian directors examine a day in the life of a man at four stages in his life, will be screened during the 55th Sydney Film Festival. The film will shown at 6:30 p.m. June 10 in the Greater Union George Street, 505-525 George St., Sydney. The 92-minute film is in Latvian and Russian. Directors Jānis Kalējs, Gatis Šmits, Jānis Putniņš and Anna Viduleja will be present to discuss the film. For more on the festival, which runs from June 4-22, visit www.sydneyfilmfestival.org.
- Denmark
- Jāņi in Copenhagen
Latvians in Denmark are invited to a Jāņi celebration June 13 in the garden of the Embassy of Latvia, 17 Rosbaeksvej, Copenhagen. On the program is a speech by Ambassador Andris Razāns and a presentation about Jānis Krēsliņš, a cultural historian who lives in Stockholm. Folk musician Zane Šmite and the Latvian Choir of Denmark and Sweden will provide music. Activities for children also are planned. For further information, contact the embassy at +45 39 276 000 or .
- France
- Jāņi in Paris
Latvians in France are invited to a Jāņi celebration beginning at 18:30 hours June 13 at the Embassy of Latvia, 6 villa Saïd, Paris. Participants should bring food to share. To RSVP, contact the embassy at or telephone +33 1 536 458 10.
- Germany
- Baltic celebration in Braunsbach-Döttingen
As part of the “Essentia Baltica” festival, a Baltic celebration of Jāņi is scheduled at 19:00 hours June 13 in Braunsbach-Döttingen. The post-folk group Iļģi from Latvia will perform during the celebration, as will the Estonian group Väikeste Lõõtspillide Ühing. For further information, visit www.essentia-baltica.de.
- Denmark
- June 14 commemoration
In observance of the Commemoration Day of Victims of Communist Terror, a memorial program is scheduled June 14 in the Vestre Cemetery, Vestre Kirkegårds Allé 15, Copenhagen. Latvia’s ambassador Andris Razāns will address the Latvian community and lay flowers at a monument to Latvians who died in exile. For further information, contact the Embassy of Latvia at +45 39 276 000 or e-mail .
- Queensland
- June 14 commemoration
The Brisbane Latvian chorus Beverīna will host a program commemorating the deportation to Siberia of Latvian citizens in the 1940s. The program starts at 14:00 hours June 14 in the Latvian House, 24 Church Court, Buranda. Admission by donation.
- Minnesota
- Archbishop to speak at June 14 event
Archbishop Jānis Vanags of the Latvian Evangelical Lutheran Church will be the featured speaker during the June 14 commemoration scheduled at 6 p.m. June 14 in the Latvian Ev.-Lutheran Church of Minneapolis and St. Paul, 3152 17th Ave. S., Minneapolis. The program will be introduced by Maija Zaeska, vice chairperson of the Latvian Organization Association of Minnesota. Pupils of the Minneapolis and St. Paul Latvian School will read passages from Sibīrijas bērni and play the kokle. The program will be closed by Laila Švalbe, head of the Latvian school. Refreshments will be available after the program. Adult admission is by donation, but children get in free.
- Massachusetts
- ‘The Soviet Story’ in Brookline
In commemoration of the June 14, 1941, deportations from Latvia, the documentary film The Soviet Story will be screen after the 10 a.m. service June 15 in the “Trimda” Latvian Lutheran Church of Boston, 58 Irving St., Brookline. The film, by Latvian director Edvīns Šnore, tells the story of the Soviet regime and claims the Soviets helped Nazi Germany instigate the Holocaust. For further information about the film, visit www.sovietstory.com.
- South Australia
- June 14 commemoration in Adelaide
Adelaide-area Latvians will commemorate the victims of the Soviet era deportations at 15:00 hours June 15 at St. Peter’s Church, 23 Rose Terrace, Wayville. A church service will be followed by a concert with the Daugavas Vanagi chorus Daugava as well as Latvian and Lithuanian combined choruses. Valters Nollendorfs of the Occupation Museum in Rīga will give the welcome address.
- Germany
- Skride sisters perform in Dachau
Violinist Baiba Skride and her sister, pianist Lauma Skride, perform at 19:00 hours June 15 in Schloss Dachau, Schlossstraße 7, Dachau. On the program are work by Beethoven, Ravel and Schubert
- Germany
- Skride sisters perform in Dachau
Violinist Baiba Skride and her sister, pianist Lauma Skride, perform at 19:00 hours June 15 in Schloss Dachau, Schlossstraße 7, Dachau. On the program are work by Beethoven, Ravel and Schubert
- Estonia
- Jāņi in Tallinn
A Jāņi celebration featuring post-folk band Iļģi is planned June 17 in the Embassy of Latvia, 10 Tõnismägi St., Tallinn. Traditional Jāņi foods will be available. For further information, contact the embassy at +372 627 78 50.
- Oregon
- ‘Rīgas sargi’ in Portland
The feature film Rīgas sargi (Defenders of Riga) will be screened at 7 p.m. June 17 in the Hollywood Theater, 4122 NE Sandy Blvd., Portland. The film, in Latvian with English subtitles, depicts the November 1919 battle for Riga against rogue German forces. The screening is sponsored by the Oregon Latvian Society. Tickets will be available at the door for USD 7.50.
- Queensland
- Nollendorfs to speak on museum’s future
Valters Nollendorfs, deputy director for development of the Occupation Museum in Rīga, will be the guest speaker during a presentation at 18:00 hours June 18 in the Latvian House, 24 Church Court, Buranda. Nollendorfs will tell about the future of the museum. A discussion about the June 14, 1940, deportations from today’s perspective will follow the presentation. The event is organized by the Latvian Association of Australia and New Zealand. Admission is by donation.
- Germany
- Baiba Skride performs in Aachen
Violinist Baiba Skride performs with the Sinfonieorchester Aachen at 20:00 hours June 18 in Eurogress Aachen, Monheimsallee 48, Aachen. On the program are works by Marijn Simons, Jean Sibelius and Ludwig van Beethoven. For further information, visit www.theater-aachen.de.
- Ontario
- Cosmos in Toronto
The Latvia a capella group Cosmos performs at 7:30 p.m. June 19 in the Latvian Canadian Cultural Centre, 4 Credit Union Drive, Toronto. Admission is CAD 40 for adults, CAD 20 for students. For information about tickets, telephone +1 (416) 759-4900.
- Germany
- Baiba Skride performs in Aachen
Violinist Baiba Skride performs with the Sinfonieorchester Aachen at 20:00 hours June 19 in Eurogress Aachen, Monheimsallee 48, Aachen. On the program are works by Marijn Simons, Jean Sibelius and Ludwig van Beethoven. For further information, visit www.theater-aachen.de.
- Texas
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Dallas
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 1:30 p.m. June 20 in the Angelika Film Center & Café, 5321 East Mockingbird Lane, Dallas. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Japan
- Jāņi in Tokyo
A Jāņi celebration is planned June 20 in the Embassy of Latvia, 37-11 Kamiyama-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo. The embassy will have Jāņi cheese, as well as bread and beer from Latvia. For further information, telephone +81 3 3467 6888.
- China
- Balts in Beijing celebrate summer solstice
The Latvian embassy in China, along with the Lithuanian and Estonian embassies, is hosting a summer solstice celebration beginning at 18:00 hours June 20 by the lake in Kings Garden village, Beijing. All Latvians, Lithuanian and Estonians living in China are invited to join in the celebration, which will be supplemented by Latvian beer, cheese and other specialties ordered specially from Latvia by the embassy. All who wish may prepare skits to perform by the bonfire. For more information write to .
- Manitoba
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Winnipeg
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 7:10 p.m. and 9:10 p.m. June 20 in the Landmark Globe Cinema, 393 Portage Ave., Winnipeg. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Netherlands
- Jāņi to be observed in Amsterdam
A Jāņi celebration is scheduled from 20:00-22:00 hours June 20 at Westergasfabriek in Amsterdam. The event is organized by the Embassy of Latvia in The Hague and by the Netherlands-Latvia Society Latvija. To register for the event, send an e-mail by June 15 to .
- Michigan
- Jāņi at Gaŗezers
Jāņi celebrations are planned June 21 at and near the Latvian Center Gaŗezers, 57732 Lone Tree Road, Three Rivers. Activities begin in the morning with the Dr. V. Kore memorial golf tournament at the Pine View Golf Club, 52065 Pulver Road, Three Rivers. At Gaŗezers, an exhibit of work by artist Linda Treija will open at 1 p.m. in the Klinklāvs Gallery. At 7 p.m. in the Song Valley (Dziesmu leja), a program of music and dance is scheduled. Featured will be the women’s singing group Idvase from Indianapolis and the dance troupes Čikāgas Dzelmieši, Čikāgas Randiņš and Indianapoles Jautrais pāris. Jāņi celebrations will continue with a bonfire, singing and dancing to a Lithuanian band. For further information, visit www.garezers.org.
- New York
- DižTalka and Jāņi in the Catskills
The Latvian Lutheran Church Camp near Tannersville is organizing a weekend of volunteer work, DižTalka, from June 21-22. The event will include a Jāņi celebration the evening of June 21. For information and to reserve lodging at the camp, telephone Janīna Briģe, +1 (518) 589-9932.
- Québec
- Jāņi in Tērvete
Jāni celebrations begin at 13:00 hours June 21 in the Latvian camp Tērvete, chemin Tervette, Grenville-Sur-La-Rouge. For further information, visit tervete.org.
- Manitoba
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Winnipeg
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 1:10 p.m., 3:10 p.m., 7:10 p.m. and 9:10 p.m. June 21 in the Landmark Globe Cinema, 393 Portage Ave., Winnipeg. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Texas
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Dallas
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 1:30 p.m. June 21 in the Angelika Film Center & Café, 5321 East Mockingbird Lane, Dallas. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Belgium
- ‘Škroderdienas Silmačos,’ then Jāņi in Grez-Doiceau
Latvians in Belgium are invited to celebrate Jāni with two events June 21. The Brussels Latvian Theater will perform the classic Rūdolfs Blaumanis play “Skroderdienas Silmačos” at 15:00 hours in the offices of the Latvian Permanent Representative to the European Union, avenue des Arts 23, Brussels. Afterward, a bus will leave at 18:30 hours for a meadow near Grez-Doiceau for līgo celebrations together with Lithuanians in Belgium. A large tent will provide shelter in the meadow, but participants may also bring their own tents. The folklore ensemble Madaviņa from Latvia will provide live music. The bus will return to Brussels at 1:30 hours June 22. Admission is EUR 8 if paid in advance or EUR 10 on the day of the event. Admission for members of the Latvian Society in Belgium is EUR 5, but children age 12 and younger get in free. Further information about the event is available by visiting www.ligo.be.
- California
- Choir celebrates Jāņi
An afternoon of singing to celebrate Jāņi is scheduled at 3 p.m. June 21 in the Latvian Church Hall, 425 Hoffman St., San Francisco. The event is sponsored by the Latvian Choir of Northern California.
- California
- Jāņi at White Rock Lake
The Latvian Association of Southern California is organizing a Jāņi celebration beginning at 3 p.m. June 21 at White Rock Lake, 10645 Soledad Canyon Road, Saugus. The evening is to include singing, dancing and food. A novuss table also will be available for those who wish to play. Participants should bring their own tents and sleeping bags. Admission to the event is USD 25 for adults, USD 5 for children ages 12-16. Children younger than 12 will be admitted free. A USD 5 fee is charged for each vehicle that enters the park.
- New Jersey
- Jāņi at Priedaine
Celebrants of Midsummer (Jāņi) will be welcomed starting at 4 p.m. June 21 at Priedaine, 1017 Highway 33 East, Freehold. After 5:30 p.m. there will be performances by folk dance groups and musical ensembles, followed by dancing for all. Singer Ance Krauze from Latvia performs in concert from 7-8:30 p.m. Admission is USD 20. For more information, please visit www.priedaine.org.
- Germany
- Jāņi in Hamburg
Latvians and their friends in the Hamburg area will celebrate Jāņi beginning at 17:00 hours June 21 at the home of Svenja Furken, Brauner Hirsch 70, Ahrensburg. The event is organized by the Latvian Society in Hamburg (Latviešu biedrība Hamburgā). A bonfire, singing and other activities are planned. Admission is EUR 5. Participants will be able to pitch tents in a nearby meadow. To register, e-mail . For further information, visit www.hamburga-lv.de.
- Ohio
- Jāņi in Cleveland
A Jāņi celebration begins at 5 p.m. June 21 in the Ottawa Point Reserved Picnic Area of Cleveland Metroparks’ Brecksville Reservation, located in Brecksville south of Cleveland. Participants should bring their own food. Admission is by donation. The event is organized by the Latvian Welfare Association Daugavas Vanagi.
- United Kingdom
- Jāņi in London
A Jāņi celebration is scheduled June 21 in the Daugavas Vanagi House, 72 Queensborough Terrace, London. Latvian beer, John’s cheese, pīrāgi and other refreshments will be available. For further information, telephone +44 (0) 20 7229 1652.
- New Hampshire
- Jāņi at Piesaule
Jāņi will be celebrated starting at 5:30 p.m. June 21 at the Boston Latvian Congregation Camp Piesaule, Lake Massasecum, Bradford. A church service is scheduled at 11 a.m. June 22. For further information, visit piesaule.org.
- Ireland
- Jāņi at Rathbeggan Lakes
A Jāņi celebration begins with family events at 18:00 hours June 21 at Rathbeggan Lakes, County Meath, and continues until the next morning. The family events run until 21:00 hours and will include various attractions, including ceramics lessons with Leo Cīrulis, games with Jampadracis and a Latvian business exhibit. The Līgo celebration, led by Bonija, is set to start at 21:00 hours. The band Kreicbergas ziķeri from Latvia will provide live music and a buffet will be available through the night. Admission to just the family events is EUR 15. Admission to the entire celebration is EUR 30 (or EUR 25 if purchased in advance). For further information, telephone +353 0879970440 or visit the Web site of the Latvian Association for Latvians in Ireland, www.latviesi.org. The celebration is organized by LALI with support from the Embassy of Latvia in Dublin and the weekly newspaper Sveiks!.
- United Kingdom
- Jāņi at Straumēni
A Jāņi celebration begins at 18:30 hours June 21 at the Straumēni rest home, Catthorpe Manor, Catthorpe, Leicestershire. The dance troupes Janita and Oļi, both from Olaine in Latvia, will perform. Also on the program is a buffet, a lottery and refreshments. Admission is GPB. Those staying in tents or motorhomes will be charged GPB 3.
- Ontario
- Summer solstice celebration at Sidrabene
A summer solstice celebration begins at 7 p.m. June 21 at Camp Sidrabene, 5100 Appleby Line, Milton West. On the program is the show “Jāņu sēta” at 7 p.m., a dance to the music of rock group Lusts starting at 9 p.m., and performances and singing at 10 p.m. Folk dance troupes appearing will include Diždancis, Daugaviņa and Dižaisdancis. Musical director for the evening is Helēna Ginters and program director is Maija Ķuze. A worship service is scheduled at 11 a.m. June 22. Adult admission to the events is CAD 25; students get in for CAD 10. Children to age 12 get in free.
- Wisconsin
- Jāņi at the Tupesis property
A Jāņi celebration is set to start the evening of June 21 at the rural Tupesis property south of Tomah. Participants may stay in tents on the property or in nearby hotels. It is expected that some celebrants from Dievsēta near Warrens will join the festivities. For further information, contact Aija Kīns, +1 (773) 329-0309 or , or Ēriks Kīns, +1 (773) 619-1320 or , or visit their Web site, www.tupesujani.com.
- Sweden
- Jāņi near Göteborg
A Jāņi celebration is planned June 21 at the home of Elita and Gunārs Veide near Göteborg. Participants are asked to bring food and, if they wish to stay the night, sleeping bags. Register by calling +46 0320 461 61 or +46 0730 66 70 72. For further information, visit the Web site of the Latvian Association in Göteborg, www.latnet.se/lag.
- Wisconsin
- Jāņi at Dievsēta
A Jāņi celebration begins at about 7 p.m. June 21 at the Latvian center Dievsēta, 19264 Bittersweet Ave., Warrens. All day participants will be able to help prepare food, make wreaths and enjoy other activities. Some participants likely also will travel to the Tupesis property near Tomah to celebrate. Dinner will be served June 21 and breakfast on June 22. Accommodations, including for those in tents, ir USD 15 for adults and USD 5 for children ages 6-13. Meals are USD 5 for adults and USD 2 for children ages 6-13. Children age 5 and younger are admitted free. Those expecting to stay overnight at Dievsēta, either in rooms or in tents, should register by contacting Zinta Pone at +1 (612) 751-1679 or . Dievsēta is owned by the Piemare congregation of the Dievturi.
- Washington
- Jāņi at West Coast Latvian Education Center
Jāņi will be celebrated June 21 at the West Coast Latvian Education Center (Rietumkrasta Latviešu izglītības centrs), 3381 W. Dayton-Airport Road, Shelton. For further information, visit www.kursa.org.
- Ontario
- Cosmos in Ottawa
The Latvian a capella group Cosmos performs at 10:30 p.m. June 21 in the National Arts Centre Studio, 53 Elgin St., Ottawa. The performance is part of the Ottawa Jazz Festival. Tickets at CAD 15. For information on the festival and to order tickets, visit www.ottawajazzfestival.com.
- Georgia
- Jāņi in the mountains
Latvians in Georgia will meet at 09:00 hours June 22 in Tbilisi’s Republic Square for a Jāņi excursion to the country’s Caucasus Mountains region. Two buses will take celebrants to Ananuri, Pasanauri, Mleta, Gudauri and Stefantsminda. For further information, telephone Regīna Jakobidze, +995 32 99 51 97.
- Manitoba
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Winnipeg
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 1:10 p.m., 3:10 p.m., 7:10 p.m. and 9:10 p.m. June 22 in the Landmark Globe Cinema, 393 Portage Ave., Winnipeg. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Texas
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Dallas
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 1:30 p.m. June 22 in the Angelika Film Center & Café, 5321 East Mockingbird Lane, Dallas. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Western Australia
- Summer solstice in Perth
Perth-area Latvians will gather to mark the northern hemisphere’s longest day of the year at 14:00 hours June 22 at the Latvian Centre, 60 Cleaver Terrace, Belmont.
- Texas
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Dallas
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 1:30 p.m. June 23 in the Angelika Film Center & Café, 5321 East Mockingbird Lane, Dallas. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Maryland
- Līgo festival in Brandywine
Latvians in the Maryland and District of Columbia area are invited to celebrate Jāņi and Līgo vakars beginning at 5 p.m. June 23 at the home of jeweler Aleksandrs Pāriņš, 13300 Old Indian Head Road, Brandywine. Participants are asked to bring food to share. For further information, telephone Pariņš at +1 (301) 782-4277.
- Germany
- Jāņi in Munich’s Westpark
Latvians in Munich will gather for a Jāņi celebration in the evening of June 23 in Westpark. Participants should bring their own food, but grills will be available. For further information, e-mail info@minhene.de.
- Ontario
- Jāņi in Toronto
Jāņi will be celebrated beginning at 6 p.m. June 23 in the Latvian Canadian Cultural Centre, 4 Credit Union Drive, Toronto. First on the schedule is a cocktail hour and dinner, followed by a program at 7:30 p.m. with singing and folk dancing. Admission is CAD 20, plus CAD 12 for those wishing dinner. For further information, telephone the center at +1 (416) 759-4900.
- Moscow
- Summer solstice in Moscow
Latvians living in Moscow will be celebrating the summer solstice with a bonfire, singing and dancing on June 23 in the village of Izmailovo. All are invited and kindly asked to bring along Jāņi wreaths, flowers and grasses, as well as beer, cheese and other foods. For more information and directions to Izmailovo call Līvija Bute at +7 400 12 63 (home) or +7 265 71 81 (work).
- Manitoba
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Winnipeg
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 7:10 p.m. and 9:10 p.m. June 23 in the Landmark Globe Cinema, 393 Portage Ave., Winnipeg. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- California
- BALSSI summer language courses
The Baltic Summer Studies Institute (BALSSI) will take place this summer from June 23 to Aug. 15 at the University of California at Los Angeles. BALSSI offers basic, intensive language courses in Estonian, Latvian, and Lithuanian—a year’s worth of training in eight weeks. Regular UCLA enrollment is not a requirement, and students as young as 15 may participate. For more information visit www.international.ucla.edu or write to Dan Ryan at .
- Ireland
- Jāņi in Limerick
A Jāņi celebration begins at 20:30 hours June 23 at Scout Centre, Curraghchase Forest Park, Co. Limerick. Admission is EUR 8 for adults and EUR 4 for children to age 16. For those taking the event bus from Limerick, the total cost is EUR 12. The bus will leave at 20:00 hours from the tourism center near Tesco in Limerick. The bus will return to Limerick the following morning at 2 a.m. Tickets are available from noon until 13:00 hours June 14 and June 21 on the second-floor cafeteria in the Tesco store in Limerick. Participants should bring food, beer and other necessities for a picnic. For further information about the event and to RSVP, telephone +353 0851531181.
- Texas
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Dallas
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 1:30 p.m. June 24 in the Angelika Film Center & Café, 5321 East Mockingbird Lane, Dallas. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Georgia
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Atlanta
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 1:55 p.m., 4:35 p.m., 7:20 p.m. and 9:40 p.m. June 24 in the Landmark Theatres Midtown Art Cinema, 931 Monroe Drive, Atlanta. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- New Jersey
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Cape May
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 4:45 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. June 24 in the Beach Theatre, 711 Beach Ave., Cape May. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Maine
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Waterville
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 5:20 p.m. and 7:20 p.m. June 24 in the Railroad Square Cinema, 17 Railroad Square, Waterville. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Alberta
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Edmonton
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. June 24 in the Magic Lantern Princess Theatre, 10337 82nd Ave., Edmonton. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Manitoba
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Winnipeg
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 7:10 p.m. and 9:10 p.m. June 24 in the Landmark Globe Cinema, 393 Portage Ave., Winnipeg. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Alberta
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Calgary
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 7:15 p.m. and 9:25 p.m. June 24 in the Globe Cinema, 617 8th Ave. S.W., Calgary. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Texas
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Dallas
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 1:30 p.m. June 25 in the Angelika Film Center & Café, 5321 East Mockingbird Lane, Dallas. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Georgia
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Atlanta
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 1:55 p.m., 4:35 p.m., 7:20 p.m. and 9:40 p.m. June 25 in the Landmark Theatres Midtown Art Cinema, 931 Monroe Drive, Atlanta. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- New Jersey
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Cape May
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 4:45 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. June 25 in the Beach Theatre, 711 Beach Ave., Cape May. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Maine
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Waterville
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 5:20 p.m. and 7:20 p.m. June 25 in the Railroad Square Cinema, 17 Railroad Square, Waterville. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- United Kingdom
- ‘The Soviet Story’ in London
The documentary film The Soviet Story, directed by Edvīns Šnore, will be screened at 18:30 hours June 25 in the Embassy of Latvia, 45 Nottingham Place, London. The screening is organized by the British-Latvian Association.
- Alberta
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Edmonton
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. June 25 in the Magic Lantern Princess Theatre, 10337 82nd Ave., Edmonton. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Manitoba
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Winnipeg
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 7:10 p.m. and 9:10 p.m. June 25 in the Landmark Globe Cinema, 393 Portage Ave., Winnipeg. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Alberta
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Calgary
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 7:15 p.m. and 9:25 p.m. June 25 in the Globe Cinema, 617 8th Ave. S.W., Calgary. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Ireland
- Latvian conducts National Chamber Choir
Kaspars Putniņš, director of the Latvian Radio Choir, conducts the National Chamber Choir in a concert beginning at 6:30 p.m. June 26 in the Shaw Room of the National Gallery of Ireland, Merrion Square West, Dublin. The concert is part of the NCC’s “Baltic Blues” series and focuses on the celebration of Jāņi. On the program are works by Latvian composers Pēteris Vasks, Pēteris Plakidis and Juris Karlsons, as well as by Estonian composer Veljo Tormis. Tickets are available by contacting the gallery box office at +353 1 7005665 or +353 1 7006104.
- Texas
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Dallas
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 1:30 p.m. June 26 in the Angelika Film Center & Café, 5321 East Mockingbird Lane, Dallas. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Georgia
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Atlanta
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 1:55 p.m., 4:35 p.m., 7:20 p.m. and 9:40 p.m. June 26 in the Landmark Theatres Midtown Art Cinema, 931 Monroe Drive, Atlanta. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- New Jersey
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Cape May
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 4:45 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. June 26 in the Beach Theatre, 711 Beach Ave., Cape May. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Maine
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Waterville
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 5:20 p.m. and 7:20 p.m. June 26 in the Railroad Square Cinema, 17 Railroad Square, Waterville. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Alberta
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Edmonton
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. June 26 in the Magic Lantern Princess Theatre, 10337 82nd Ave., Edmonton. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Manitoba
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Winnipeg
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 7:10 p.m. and 9:10 p.m. June 26 in the Landmark Globe Cinema, 393 Portage Ave., Winnipeg. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Alberta
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Calgary
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 7:15 p.m. and 9:25 p.m. June 26 in the Globe Cinema, 617 8th Ave. S.W., Calgary. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Massachusetts
- Exhibit features artwork by Puriņš
Illustrations, painting and mixed media by artist Ansis Puriņš are part of the exhibit “Ink & Steel” running June 27-July 18 at SPACE 242, 242 E. Berkeley St., 2nd floor, Boston. This is the first full exhibit by cartoonist and illustrator Puriņš in nearly a decade. His work may be described as “kitsch horrific,” according to the gallery. Work by Puriņš has been published in newspapers and magazines. In 2007 he won Print Magazine‘s Regional Design Award. He self-publishes the comics Zombre, Gnome Gathering and Duppy. Also in the exhibit is metal sculpture by artist Skunk. For further information on the exhibit, visit www.space242.com.
- Alberta
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Edmonton
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 7 p.m. June 27 in the Magic Lantern Princess Theatre, 10337 82nd Ave., Edmonton. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Alberta
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Edmonton
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 1 p.m. June 28 in the Magic Lantern Princess Theatre, 10337 82nd Ave., Edmonton. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Queensland
- Summer solstice celebration
Join Brisbane-area Latvians for a celebration of the summer solstice—Jāņi—beginning at 15:00 hours June 28 at the Latvian House, 24 Church Court, Buranda. All are welcome, but are kindly asked to bring along a food or drink to share. Admission is by donation, with all proceeds going to the Latvian House.
- Indiana
- Multiethnic Midsummer in Indianapolis
The Latvian, Estonian, Lithuanian, Polish, Scottish and Swedish societies of Indiana host a Midsummer celebration in the afternoon and evening of June 28 at the Latvian Community Center, 1008 W. 64th St., Indianapolis. Events include Scottish and Estonian games, tug-of-war, corn hole, bocce ball, basketball, a children’s balloon bounce, and flower and oak leaf crown making. Traditional Latvian food will be avalable. Latvian items, including jewelry, will be for sale. A campfire and singing are planned as well. Participants should bring lawn chairs. Admision is USD 5 for adults. Children younger than 14 get in free. Dinner, which will be served from 4-7 p.m., costs USD 7 for persons age 14 and older, but USD 3 for children younger than 14. Soft drinks, beer and wine will be available. For further information, contact Andris Bērziņš at +1 (317) 652-1781 or .
- Moscow
- Jāņi at Kolomenskaya Park
Celebrate the summer solstice with the Latvians in Moscow at 17:00 hours on June 28 at the ethnic museum in Kolomenskaya Park, Moscow. Bring along a food or drink to share; beer and cheese will be provided. An exhibit and demonstrations of Latvian crafts and folk costumes will begin at 19:00. Watch a theatrical performance dedicated to Jāņi by actors from Latvia at 19:30 hours. A theatrical performance of Russian folklore will follow at 21:00 hours, with fireworks at 23:00 hours. For more information, contact the Embassy of Latvia in Moscow, +7 495 232 97 60.
- Germany
- Jāņi in Munich
Latvians in Munich will gather for a Jāņi celebration June 28 at Ludwigsfeld bei München. Participants should bring their own food, but grills will be available. For further information, e-mail info@minhene.de.
- United Kingdom
- Jāņi in Bradford
A Jāņi celebration begins at 19:00 hours June 28 in the Daugavas Vanagi Fund Club, 5 Clifton Villas, Bradford. Beer, John’s cheese and pīrāgi will be available.
- Alberta
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Edmonton
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 1 p.m. June 29 in the Magic Lantern Princess Theatre, 10337 82nd Ave., Edmonton. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Latvia
- 3x3 camp in Malnava
Malnavieši lepojas ar savas puses vēsturi, sakopto vidi, tīru gaisu un mežiem, kas priecē un dod miera sajūtu. 3x3 nometnieki tiks izmitināti studentu viesnīcā turpat Malnavas koledžas teritorijā. Skolā ir plašas mācību telpas, sporta zāle un darbnīcas, kurās varēs darboties nometnes dalībnieki. Nometnes tēma: mūsu spēka avoti. Senā parka Mīlestības kalniņā daudzinās tēvus. Nometnes laikā būs iespēja doties arī tālākos ceļos, iepazīstot tās puses ļaudis. Katru dienu darbosies vairāk nekā 30 ievirzes gan pieaugušajiem, gan bērniem, kuras vadīs Latvijā un pasaulē pazīstami lektori. Zināšanas varēs paplašināt ģimeņu seminārā, folkloras, literatūras un valodas, vēstures un politikas, veselības psiholoģijas u.c. ievirzēs. Prasmes varēs pilnveidot seno rotu, keramikas, kļavlapu un doņu cepuru gatavošanas, gleznošanas u.c. darbnīcās. Varēs sacerēt pasakas, gatavot latviskus ēdienus, spēlēt teātri, sportot, mācīties skaisti iekārtot māju, spriest par vides problēmām, veidot animācijas filmu, utt. Vakara programmas būs domātas visai ģimenei, pēc tam varēs lekt dančus vai dziedāt senajā muižas klētī. Tā kā 6. jūlijā Rīgā notiks Dziesmu svētku dalībnieku gājiens, tad nometnes vadītāji rūpēsies, lai visi interesenti laikus ierastos atpakaļ Rīgā. Sīkāka informācija: Aloida +371-29147431, e-pasts vai . Ārzemju dalībniekus uz Malnavas 3x3 nometni lūdz pieteikties līdz 1. jūnijam, rakstot vai zvanot Arnoldam Rupertam, 2141 Brunsink N.E., Grand Rapids, MI 49503 USA. Tel. +1 (616) 456-8023, e-pasts liga3x3@iserv.net. Austrālijā pieteikumus pieņem Arnis Siksna, 4 Marmindie St., Chapel Hill Q 4069, Australia. Tel. +61-7-3378-0319, e-pasts a.siksna@mailbox.uq.edu.au. Dalības maksa ir USD 225 no personas, bet ne vairāk kā USD 575 no kodolģimenes; bērniem līdz 7 gadiem puscena. Dalības maksā ietilpst dzīvošana, trīs ēdienreizes dienā, darba materiāli (rotu kalšanā piemaksa par materiāliem), ik dienas nometnes avīze un transports no Rīgas un atpakaļ uz Rīgu.
- California
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Palm Desert
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 11:30 a.m., 1:45 p.m. and 4 p.m. June 30 in the Cinemas Palme d’Or, Westfield Palm Desert, 72840 Highway 111, Palm Desert. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Texas
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Dallas
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 1:20 p.m. June 30 in the Angelika Film Center & Café, 5321 East Mockingbird Lane, Dallas. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- New York
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Sag Harbor
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 5:10 p.m. June 30 in the Sag Harbor Cinema, 90 Main St., Sag Harbor. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Alberta
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Edmonton
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 7 p.m. June 30 in the Magic Lantern Princess Theatre, 10337 82nd Ave., Edmonton. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
- Alberta
- ‘The Singing Revolution’ in Calgary
The Singing Revolution, a documentary about nonviolent resistance to Soviet occupation in Estonia and the Baltics, will be presented at 7:15 p.m. and 9:25 p.m. June 30 in the Landmark Globe Cinema, 617 8th Ave. S.W., Calgary. The film is directed by James Tusty and Maureen Castle Tusty. For further information about the film, visit singingrevolution.com.
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