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April 27, 2008 |
Baltimore Estonian School
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
[Map]
Contact:
Kristina Jõgi
kljogi@verizon.net
(410) 327-7634 office
9:20 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (ET) |
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April 26, 2008 |
IREKS 2008 (Ida
Ranniku Eesti Küla Simman)
Lithuanian Hall
851-853 Hollins Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
(410) 685-5787
[Map]
 The
Washington DC Estonian Folk Dancers, Pillerkaar, will be sponsoring IREKS
2008.
Participants include: Saaremaa Folk Dancers (Estonian Folk Dancers from Saaremaa), Pillerkaar (Estonian Folk Dancers from Washington DC Metro Area), Baltimore Estonian folkdancers (Baltimore Estonian School), Melunas (Lithuanian Folk Dancers from Baltimore), Jore (Lithuanian Folk Dancers and Singers from Baltimore), Ausrine (Lithuanian Folk Dancers from Philadelphia), Zilvinas (Lithuanian Folk Dancers from Philadelphia), Vasingtonas Namejs (Latvian Folk Dancers
from Washington), Baltic String Band (Estonians, Latvians, Lithuanians from the Washington/Baltimore metro area), and the Pillerkaar Estonian Folk Singers
(Washington).
More information including ticket prices can be found online at
http://www.pillerkaarwdc.com/ireks2008.htm.
Contact:
IREKStickets@yahoo.com
12:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. (ET) |
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April 18-20, 2008 |
U.S.-Baltic Foundation Gala 2008
Washington, DC
[Map]
Get more information and order your tickets at
www.usbaltic.org or send an email to
info@usbaltic.org.
Contact: US Baltic Foundation
(202) 785-5056 |
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April 18-May 8, 2008 |
The Singing Revolution
Landmark's E Street Cinema
555 11th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20004
(202) 452-7672
[Map]
 The film "The Singing Revolution" will be shown
from April 18-May 8th at Landmark's E Street Cinema in Washington DC. (Visit
the E Street Landmark theater
website for specific show times and ticket
pricing.)
Patience is a weapon. Caution a virtue.
It is said, in Estonia, heroes are those who wait, watch and act only when the time is
right. In 1991, after nearly fifty years of rule by a brutal Soviet occupation, the small
Republic of Estonia, confronted their occupiers by announcing their independence to
the world. Their charge heralded the collapse of the Soviet Union and the freedom of now suddenly
former Soviet republics. And music played a pivotal role in these historical events.
“The Singing Revolution” tells the story of one country’s undeniable thirst for self determination
and its unshakable belief in what it means to be free — to be Estonian. A film by James and Maureen Tusty.
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April 13, 2008 |
Baltimore Estonian School
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
[Map]
Contact:
Kristina Jõgi
kljogi@verizon.net
(410) 327-7634 office
9:20 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (ET) |
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April 6, 2008 |
Baltimore Estonian School
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
[Map]
Contact:
Kristina Jõgi
kljogi@verizon.net
(410) 327-7634 office
9:20 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (ET) |
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April 3, 2008 |
Ro:Toro Concert
Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts
801 Chase Street
Annapolis, MD 21401
[Map]
Ro:Toro is a contemporary folk band from Estonia that draws its inspiration from centuries-old traditional bagpipe tunes.
Ro:Toro will present a free concert April 3rd at 7:30 pm at Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase Street, in Annapolis, MD.
Contact:
(410) 263-5544
7:00 p.m. (ET) |
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March 30, 2008 |
Baltimore Estonian School
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
[Map]
Contact:
Kristina Jõgi
kljogi@verizon.net
(410) 327-7634 office
9:20 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (ET) |
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March 16, 2008 |
Baltimore Estonian School
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
[Map]
Contact:
Kristina Jõgi
kljogi@verizon.net
(410) 327-7634 office
9:20 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (ET) |
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March 9, 2008 |
Baltimore Estonian School
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
[Map]
Contact:
Kristina Jõgi
kljogi@verizon.net
(410) 327-7634 office
9:20 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (ET) |
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March 7, 2008 |
Estonian Happy Hour
Old Ebbitt Grill
675 15th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20005
(202)347-4800
[Map]
 Originally
established in 1856, this downtown restaurant sits in the heart of
quintessential Washington, drawing from a history of Presidential patrons,
to a current crowd of political insiders and celebrity out-of-towners.
Travelers and tourists find solace in the comfortable atmosphere, taking in
the Victorian interior and convenient location to Washington’s many
attractions. Offering early morning breakfasts through post-theater suppers
with the finest fresh ingredients of the season, making the Old Ebbitt Grill
a perennial favorite.
There will be an Estonian Happy Hour this Friday, starting around 6:30 p.m.,
at the OLD EBBITT GRILL, 675 15th Street NW, Washington, DC 20005.
Telephone: 202-347-4800.
The Old Ebbitt Grill is a Washington DC landmark, located
around the corner from the White House in the heart of the Capitol City.
Originally established in 1856, this downtown restaurant has a history
drawing presidential patrons, travelers and tourists, political insiders and
celebrity out-of-towners to its comfortable Victorian atmosphere. We will
meet up at one of several bars in the restaurant, so keep your eyes open for
other Estonians and friends of Estonians.
Parking is available on streets in the surrounding area. The
nearest metro stations are Metro Center, on the Orange, Blue, and Red lines,
or McPherson Square, on the Orange and Blue lines. Both are about four
blocks away.
See you Friday night!
Contact:
Jaak Pedak
6:30 p.m. (ET) - ? |
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March 2, 2008 |
Baltimore Estonian School
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
[Map]
Contact:
Kristina Jõgi
kljogi@verizon.net
(410) 327-7634 office
9:20 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (ET) |
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February 26, 2008 |
Concert: Tõnu Naissoo Jazz Quartet
George Mason University, Harris Theatre
4400 University Drive
Fairfax, VA 22030
(703) 993-8888
[Map]
 Performance of the
Tõnu Naissoo Jazz Quartet with vocalist Anna Poldvee at the Harris Theatre, George Mason University, Fairfax. The concert tour of this internationally renowned group throughout the U.S. and Canada is in commemoration of the 90th Anniversary of the Republic of Estonia and is sponsored by the Estonian Government.
Tickets at no charge can be picked up at the Center for the Arts box office or by reservation through Alice Hreiz at (703) 993-1918. Reserved tickets will be available for pick up at Harris Theatre the night of the performance.
Click here for
additional driving directions and campus maps.
The College of Health and Human Services will host a reception following the jazz performance.
8:00 p.m. (ET) |
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February 23, 2008 |
Estonian Independence Day Celebration
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
[Map]
Eesti Vabariigi
aastapäeva tähistamine toimub laupäeval, 233. veebruaril kell 15:00
Baltimore Eesti Majas. Aktusekõne: E.V. Suursaadik USA's: Väino Reinart. Järgneb õhtusöök.
3:00 p.m. (ET) |
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February 17, 2008 |
Baltimore Estonian School
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
[Map]
Contact:
Kristina Jõgi
kljogi@verizon.net
(410) 327-7634 office
9:20 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (ET) |
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Washingtoni Eesti Seltsi ja Washingtoni Markuse koguduse ühine EestiVabariigi 90-da aastapäeva tähistamine
Läti maja kontsertsaalis
400 Hurley Avenue
Rockville, MD 20850
[Map]
Washingtoni Eesti Seltsi ja Washingtoni Markuse koguduse ühine EestiVabariigi 90-da aastapäeva tähistamine toimub pühapäeval, 17. veebruaril 2008 algusega kell 3:00 p.l. kohaliku läti maja kontsertsaalis, 400 Hurley Ave., Rockville, MD 20850.
Aktusel esineb päevakohase kõnega Eesti Rahvuskomitee Ühendriikides esinaine Marju Rink Abel. Esinevad ka Baltimore Washingtoni segakoor Mati Tammaru juhatusel ja rahvatantsurühm “Pillerkaar” Anu Oinase juhatusel. Peale aktust on kaetud külmlaud kohvi, koogi ja veiniga.
Üritusest osavõtumaks on $25.00 isikult. Noored alla 15. aastat tasuta. Osavõttu palume kindlasti registreerida hiljemalt 12. veebruariks, sest peame teatama toitlustajale osavõtjate arvu. Registreerida e aadressil
gpaabo@aol.com või telefonidel 202 882 2202 (Gunnar Paabo), 301 464 0552 (Carmen Täht). Soovi korral võite “Washington Estonian Society” nimele kirjutatud osavõtumaksu tšeki saata Carmen Tähele aadressil 12901 Clearfield Drive, Bowie, MD, 20715.
Teretulemast kõigile!
Washingtoni Eesti Selts/Washingtoni Markuse kogudus
English Summary
Please join the Washington Estonian Society and St. Mark’s Estonian Lutheran Church, Washington at 3:00 PM on Sunday February 17, 2008 at the Latvian cultural center 400 Hurley Ave., Rockville, MD 20850 as we celebrate the 90th anniversary of the founding of the Republic of Estonia. There will be a commemorative program and entertainment. Our speaker this year is Marju Rink Abel, president of the Estonian American National Council. A buffet with wine, followed by dessert and coffee will be served. Contribution: $25.00 per person. Young people under 15, gratis. If you can join us, please inform Carmen Täht (301 464 0552) or Gunnar Paabo (202) 882-2202; e-mail
gpaabo@aol.com by February 12.
We look forward to seeing you!
Washington Estonian Society/St. Mark’s Estonian Lutheran Church, Washington
Contact: Gunnar Paabo
(202) 882-2202
gpaabo@aol.com
Carmen Täht
(301) 464-0552
3:00 p.m. (ET) |
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February 10, 2008 |
Baltimore Estonian School
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
[Map]
Contact:
Kristina Jõgi
kljogi@verizon.net
(410) 327-7634 office
9:20 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (ET) |
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February 3, 2008 |
Baltimore Estonian School
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
[Map]
Contact:
Kristina Jõgi
kljogi@verizon.net
(410) 327-7634 office
9:20 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (ET) |
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February 1, 2008 |
Estonian
Happy Hour
Biddy Mulligan's
1500 New Hampshire Avenue, NW
Jury's Hotel (On Dupont Circle)
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 483-6000
[Map]
 Estonian happy hour this Friday at Biddy Mulligan's Irish Pub, 1500 New Hampshire Avenue NW, Washington DC (north side of Dupont Circle). To get there, take the metro red line to the Dupont Circle station, bar is located across the circle from the south station entrance, two blocks south of the north station entrance. Parking is difficult in this area, but possible on some side streets.
We will be meeting starting around 6:30 pm, who ever gets there first can establish a beachhead. See you Friday night!
Cozily housed inside Jurys Washington Hotel on Dupont Circle, most of this Irish bar and restaurant's decor has been directly imported from the Emerald Isles. Earth-tone painted walls, wrought iron railings, and plush chairs give Biddy's a quieter, more upscale atmosphere than your average pub-around-the-corner. A seat on the patio or by the windows -- if you can snare one -- makes for great people watching. What's on tap? Guinness, of course, and a handful of other British and Irish beers. UK Classics like fish and chips round out the casual menu. --
Ann Limpert (Photo: Dana Ellyn Miller)
Contact:
Jaak Pedak
6:30 p.m. (ET) - |
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January 27, 2008 |
Baltimore Estonian School
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
[Map]
Contact:
Kristina Jõgi
kljogi@verizon.net
(410) 327-7634 office
9:20 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (ET) |
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January 20, 2008 |
Baltimore Estonian School
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
[Map]
Contact:
Kristina Jõgi
kljogi@verizon.net
(410) 327-7634 office
9:20 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (ET) |
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January 13, 2008 |
Baltimore Estonian School
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
[Map]
Contact:
Kristina Jõgi
kljogi@verizon.net
(410) 327-7634 office
9:20 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (ET) |
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The Singing Revolution
Charles Theater
1711 North Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21201-5801
(410) 727-FILM
[Map]
The film "The Singing Revolution" will be shown on Sunday, January 13, 2008 at the Charles Theater in Baltimore, Maryland. The theater opens at 10:00 a.m. (showing starts 10:30 a.m.) with a Question and Answer period after the film.
“Patience is a weapon. Caution a virtue.”
It is said, in Estonia, heroes are those who wait, watch and act only when the time is
right. In 1991, after nearly fifty years of rule by a brutal Soviet occupation, the small
Republic of Estonia, confronted their occupiers by announcing their independence to
the world. Their charge heralded the collapse of the Soviet Union and the freedom of now suddenly
former Soviet republics. And music played a pivotal role in these historical events.
“The Singing Revolution” tells the story of one country’s undeniable thirst for self determination
and its unshakable belief in what it means to be free — to be Estonian. A film by James and Maureen Tusty.
Cost: $15/person.
10:30 a.m. (ET) |
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January 6, 2008 |
Baltimore Estonian School
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
[Map]
Contact:
Kristina Jõgi
kljogi@verizon.net
(410) 327-7634 office
9:20 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (ET) |
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December 24, 2007 |
E.E.L.K.
Washingtoni Markuse Kogudus
Calvary Lutheran Church
9545 Georgia Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20910-1438
[Map]
24. detsembril jõuluõhtu jumalateenistus kell 2 p.l. Teenib EELK assessor õp. Urmas Viilma Eestist. Organist Silvi Valge.
2:00 p.m. (ET) |
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E.E.L.K.
Baltimore Markuse Kogudus
1900 Saint Paul Street
Baltimore, MD 21218-6035
[Map]
Jõuluõhtu jumalateenistus on esmaspäeval, 24. detsembril kell 17.00. Teenib assessor Urmas Viilma Eestist; organist Juta Vaska-Zacharski.
5:00 p.m. (ET) |
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December 15, 2007 |
Baltimore
Eesti Kooli Jõulupuu
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
[Map]
Contact:
Kristina Jõgi
kljogi@verizon.net
(410) 327-7634 office |
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December 9, 2007 |
Baltimore Estonian School -
Kooli Jõulupuu
peaproov
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
[Map]
Contact:
Kristina Jõgi
kljogi@verizon.net
(410) 327-7634 office
9:20 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (ET) |
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December 7, 2007 |
Estonian Happy Hour
Ragtime
1345 N. Courthouse Road
(One block from Courthouse Metro)
Arlington, VA 22201
(703) 243-4003
[Map]
 Ragtime
is a bar and restaurant located at 1345 N. Courthouse Road about one block
away from the Courthouse Metro in Arlington, Virginia. Ragtime offers food
and drinks in a casual non-pretentious atmosphere. Ragtime is open seven
days a week for lunch and dinner and offers live music most evenings.
The Courthouse Metro station is on the Orange line to
Vienna. After exiting the station, turn right at the street level and pass
through the parking area separating the courts buildings and the movie
theater. If driving, North Courthouse Road can be accessed from either Route
50 a short distance west of Rosslyn, or from Wilson Boulevard or Clarendon
Boulevard. Parking is available on the surface lot or surrounding streets.
Contact:
Jaak Pedak
7:00 p.m. (ET) - ? |
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December 2, 2007 |
Baltimore Estonian School
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
[Map]
Contact:
Kristina Jõgi
kljogi@verizon.net
(410) 327-7634 office
9:20 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (ET) |
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December 1-2, 2007 |
Kolmekümnekuues
Eesti Jõululaat
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
[Map]
The 36th Annual Estonian Christmas Bazaar will be held again this year on
December 1st and 2nd with a wide selection of traditionally inspired
handicrafts and gifts, baked goods, the traditional Estonian Christmas
dinner (with Christmas sausage and sauerkraut), coffee, tea and deserts and
much more in the Kuld Lõvi café.
12 Noon - 6:00 p.m. (ET) on both days |
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November 18, 2007 |
Baltimore Estonian School
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
[Map]
Contact:
Kristina Jõgi
kljogi@verizon.net
(410) 327-7634 office
9:20 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (ET) |
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November 11, 2007 |
Baltimore Estonian School
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
[Map]
Contact:
Kristina Jõgi
kljogi@verizon.net
(410) 327-7634 office
9:20 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (ET) |
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Film: Autumn Ball (Sügisball)
AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center
8633 Colesville Road
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 495-6720
[Map]
 The first Estonian film to screen in competition and win a top prize at the prestigious Venice Film Festival, Autumn Ball is a new Estonian film that talks about six inhabitants of Soviet-era tower blocks whose lives touch together, and who are all united by a feeling of loneliness. The young writer, Mati, lurks outside the window of his ex-wife and unsuccessfully approaches other women. August Kask is a bachelor-barber living a drab life who takes to a little girl, but his approaches are misconstrued as pedophilia. The single mom, Laura, watches a sappy soap opera on TV and pushes away men’s advances because she cannot trust them. Maurer, the architect, thinks about the wellbeing of humanity, but has forgotten his own wife, who, in turn, looks for solace in the coatroom attendant Theo. Women like Theo, but due to his low social status, they don’t take him seriously.
Autumn Ball tells a tale of human seclusion and the incapability to reach others. But you also find humor and the absurd, and the properly attuned viewer might even find oneself laughing out loud.
Defined as a pitch black film comedy about loneliness, despair and hope.
Veiko Õunpuu, director, with main characters in the film played by Rain Tolk, Taavi Eelmaa, Juhan Ulfsak, Tiina Tauraite, Maarja Jakobson, Sulevi Peltola (Finland) and Mirtel Pohla.
Recorded Program Information: (301) 495-6700
8:15 p.m. (ET) |
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November 10, 2007 |
Film: Autumn Ball (Sügisball)
AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center
8633 Colesville Road
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 495-6720
[Map]
 The first Estonian film to screen in competition and win a top prize at the prestigious Venice Film Festival, Autumn Ball is a new Estonian film that talks about six inhabitants of Soviet-era tower blocks whose lives touch together, and who are all united by a feeling of loneliness. The young writer, Mati, lurks outside the window of his ex-wife and unsuccessfully approaches other women. August Kask is a bachelor-barber living a drab life who takes to a little girl, but his approaches are misconstrued as pedophilia. The single mom, Laura, watches a sappy soap opera on TV and pushes away men’s advances because she cannot trust them. Maurer, the architect, thinks about the wellbeing of humanity, but has forgotten his own wife, who, in turn, looks for solace in the coatroom attendant Theo. Women like Theo, but due to his low social status, they don’t take him seriously.
Autumn Ball tells a tale of human seclusion and the incapability to reach others. But you also find humor and the absurd, and the properly attuned viewer might even find oneself laughing out loud.
Defined as a pitch black film comedy about loneliness, despair and hope.
Veiko Õunpuu, director, with main characters in the film played by Rain Tolk, Taavi Eelmaa, Juhan Ulfsak, Tiina Tauraite, Maarja Jakobson, Sulevi Peltola (Finland) and Mirtel Pohla.
Recorded Program Information: (301) 495-6700
1:00 p.m. (ET) |
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November 7, 2007 |
Friends of the Baltics Fundraiser
The Embassy of Estonia
2131 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20008
(571) 212-3358
[Map]
The Friends of the Baltics would like to invite you to a special celebration and benefit at the Embassy of Estonia on Wednesday, November 7th, 6pm-8.30pm. His Excellency Ambassador Vaino Reinart will give welcome remarks for this special event.
Enjoy a Baltic-friendly evening with live traditional music, an array of delicious hors d'oeuvres, Estonia's famous Saku beer and other libations. There will also be a silent auction offering an array of Baltic treats and treasures. Everyone is welcome to join us for this festive occasion to benefit a most worthwhile project.
This year's celebration and benefit will raise funds to provide access to recreational equipment and activities for Estonian youth with mental disabilities. And because the Embassy of Estonia is generously providing all food and beverage for our event, 100 percent of ticket proceeds will benefit this worthy cause. We greatly appreciate the Embassy of Estonia in helping us to make the maximum contribution possible.
RSVP & TIX: $20 for members + $25 for non-members if purchased by November 1. All other tickets will be $30 at the door--cash or check only. Reserve today by calling Lisa Martin (Estonia 96-98), President of Friends of the Baltics, at 571.212.3358 or via email at lisamartinmolinari@gmail.com. To pay online, please visit www.balticfriends.org. Click "support FoB" and follow the Pay Pal instructions. Add the total of your ticket order plus any membership fee and/or donation amount. KIDS UNDER 12 FREE!
ALL PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT YOUNG PEOPLE WITH MENTAL DISABILITIES: The Friends of the Baltics has selected Imastu Residential School, a center for young people with mental disabilities in Estonia, as the organization's next grant recipient. FOB's grant will provide year-round access to recreational activities, such as swimming and skiing, for all 116 students.
SILENT AUCTION DONATIONS: If you have any items, services or gift certificates you wish to donate to the silent auction, please contact Lisa Martin.
SUGGESTED ATTIRE: Business, business casual or festive/country-of-service.
AFTER-PARTY: Immediately following this event (around 8.30pm), join us at the Russia House Restaurant & Lounge, just up the street from the Estonian Embassy.
The Friends of the Baltics would like to express our gratitude to the Embassy of Estonia for its generosity in hosting this special event.
6:00-8:30 p.m. (ET) |
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November 4, 2007 |
Baltimore Estonian School
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
[Map]
Contact:
Kristina Jõgi
kljogi@verizon.net
(410) 327-7634 office
9:20 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (ET) |
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November 2, 2007 |
Estonian Happy Hour
Rí~Rá Irish Bar & Restaurant in Bethesda
4931 Elm Street
Bethesda, MD 20814
(301) 657-1122
[Map]
 We will be having our Estonian Happy Hour this Friday night at Ri-Ra Irish Bar & Restaurant in Bethesda, 4931 Elm Street, Bethesda Maryland 20814. Phone: 301-657-1122. Start around 7:00 p.m.
Like its sister bar in Arlington, Ri-Ra Bethesda has good Irish food and a variety of brews, with live music starting sometime after 10 pm. To get there take the Metro Red Line to the Bethesda station. Elm Street is a few blocks walk to the south. Parking is available on streets in the area and parking garages.
See you at Ri-Ra on Friday night!
Contact:
Jaak Pedak
7:00 p.m. (ET) - ? |
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October 28, 2007 |
Baltimore Estonian School - Mardisandipidu
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
[Map]
Contact:
Kristina Jõgi
kljogi@verizon.net
(410) 327-7634 office
9:20 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (ET) |
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October 21, 2007 |
Baltimore Estonian School
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
[Map]
Contact:
Kristina Jõgi
kljogi@verizon.net
(410) 327-7634 office
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October 14, 2007 |
Baltimore Estonian School
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
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Contact:
Kristina Jõgi
kljogi@verizon.net
(410) 327-7634 office
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October 10, 2007 |
Kontsert: Estonia Seltsi Segakoor
Concert: Mixed Choir of Estonia Society
Calvary Lutheran Church
9545 Georgia Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20910-1438
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 Estonia Seltsi Segakoor on ligi 50 hingest koosnev heatasemeline harrastuskoor, kes tegutseb Estonia Seltsi juures. Koor loodi 1993. aasta septembris. Samas võib Estonia Seltsi Segakoori pidada ka üsna vanaks kooriks, kuna tema loomine oli ühtlasi koori tegevuse taastamine Estonia Seltsi juures. Eelkäijaks on 1912. aastal loodud Estonia Muusika Osakonna segakoor, kus laulnud inimestest tuntuim on Gustav Ernesaks.Koori lauljate hulgas on nii muusikalise haridusega inimesi kui ka neid, kes alles n-ö töö käigus õpivad noote tundma. Vanuseskaala on lai – lauljaskonnas on olnud keskkooliealisi, vanim laulja läheneb 60-le. Enamus on 20-ndates ja 30-ndates eluaastates. Tegemised: Teoste õppimine ja kontsertide andmine, Välisreisid koos eduga konkurssidel, Vaimulik, ilmalik, tõsisem, rahvalikum repertuaar, ja Seltsielu - nagu ühel muusikat armastaval ja lõbusal kollektiivil ikka!
ESS USA-s
Estonia Seltsi Segakoori Põhja-Ameerika reisi ajakava: Toronto - Amherst - New-York - Washington
28.09. Eesti muusika workshop, Toronto Tartu College
29.09. kontsert, Toronto Eesti Maja
30.09. jumalateenistus, Toronto Peetri kirik
03.10. loeng-kontsert, Amherst College
04.10. kontsert, Amhersti kirik
05.10. kontsert, Williamstown, Williams College
07.10. kontsert, New York
10.10. kontsert, Washington Calvary Lutheri kirik
Lähemalt: www.esskoor.ee
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October 7, 2007 |
Baltimore Estonian School
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
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Contact:
Kristina Jõgi
kljogi@verizon.net
(410) 327-7634 office
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Teater "Varius"
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
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"Helisev viis" lauluhoos: Peeter Kaljumäe, Lii Tedre, Rene Soom, Diana Dikson-Soom, Raivo Mets. Etenduse autor ja lavastaja on Heidi Sarapuu. Lavastus räägib 1944. aasta sündmustest Eestis. See on lugu teatrirahvast, märtsipommitamisest, kodumaalt põgenemisest ja võõrsil kohanemisest.
Kahevaatuselises näidendis mängivad Diana Dikson Soom ja Rene Soom (Rahvusooper ESTONIA), Lii Tedre (külalisena ENDLA teatrist), Peeter Kaljumäe, Hain Hõlpus ja Raivo Mets. Oktoobris esinetakse lavastusega Kanadas ja Põhja- Ameerikas.
USA ja Kanada tuuri mängukava:
3. oktoobril kell 19 "HELISEV VIIS" Hamiltonis
4. oktoobril kell 14 ja 19 "HELISEV VIIS" Torontos
6. oktoobril kell 19 "HELISEV VIIS" Lakewoodis
7. oktoobril kell 15 "HELISEV VIIS" Baltimores
10. oktoobril kell 19 "HELISEV VIIS" Albanys
13. oktoobril esinemine Toronto EHATARES
Lähemalt: www.varius.ee
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October 6, 2007 |
Bowie International Festival
Estonian Folkdancers Pillerkaar Perform at 3:45 p.m.
Allen Pond Park
3330 Northview Drive
Bowie, MD 20716
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This popular event celebrates different world cultures through food, music, and the arts. Entertainers, showcasing music and dance from around the globe, will perform on two stages. Vendors will offer a variety of international foods and crafts for sale.
Free children’s craft booths throughout the park will provide hands-on learning experiences about new cultures. Children can pick up a passport and collect visas as they travel “Around the World in Just One Day.” Whether they are making origami cranes from Japan or maracas from South America, the young and the young at heart will have fun learning about other cultures. At the end of their adventure, children can turn in their passports at the Event Information Booth for an international prize.
A Parade of Cultures is also planned for this year’s festival. This fashion show of sorts will highlight clothing and regalia from various parts of the world.
There’s something for everyone at the 2007 International Festival. Check the City’s website at www.cityofbowie.org or call 301-809-3011 for the schedule of entertainment or for more information.
The rain date for this event is Sunday, October 7, 2007.
Admission to the Festival is free and parking is available (at
no cost) in the park or on local streets. 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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October 5, 2007 |
Estonian Happy Hour
District ChopHouse
509 7th Street NW
Washington, DC 20004-1601
(202) 347-3434
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 The
District ChopHouse & Brewery prides itself in serving some of the City's
finest handcrafted beers and dining fare: steaks, chops, seafood, oversized
salads and brick-oven pizzas are featured on the menu. Located in a warm,
cozy turn-of-the-century bank transformed into a "hopping" restaurant, the
Estonian Happy Hour congregates on the mezzanine level where one will find a
full service bar, hand-carved billiard tables and a cigar lounge equipped
with armchairs and sofas.
The Gallery Place/Chinatown (Verizon Center -- nee MCI) metro station is two
blocks away. When you come in, go to the back of the restaurant and up the
stairs to the bar area on the second level. While some may arrive early, the
majority don't get there until 8-9 p.m. If you are new to the Happy Hour and
don't know anyone -- ask the bartender -- he'll point us out for you! :-)
Contact:
Jaak Pedak
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September 30, 2007 |
Baltimore Estonian School
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
[Map]
Contact:
Kristina Jõgi
kljogi@verizon.net
(410) 327-7634 office
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September 29, 2007 |
Estonians, Latvians and Lithuanians Say Au revoir to Blobs Park
8024 Max Blobs Park Road
Jessup, MD 20794
(410) 799-0155
http://www.blobspark.com
 Blobs
Park is a Bavarian-styled Biergarten located between Baltimore, MD and
Washington, DC featuring German style foods and over seventy brands of beer,
including German beers on draught. Blob's Park is family owned and
maintains a family-oriented atmosphere, which is conducive to children.
The featured band on September 29th is
The Rheinlanders, providing live Polka and dancing on a 2,000 square
foot wooden dance floor. Admission is $5.00 per person.
Click here for
directions and further information. See you there!
Contact:
Jaak Pedak
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September 23, 2007 |
Baltimore Estonian School
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
[Map]
Contact:
Kristina Jõgi
kljogi@verizon.net
(410) 327-7634 office
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September 22-23, 2007 |
Red Bull FIM Motocross of Nations
33 countries competing for the Chamberlain Trophy
27963 Budds Creek Road
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
(301) 475-2000
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33 teams have entered in the Red Bull FIM Motocross of Nations.
Amongst the 99 world class riders, Carmichael, Villopoto, Ferry, Ramon, Strijbos, De Dycker, Coppins, Townley, Cairoli, Philippaerts, Pourcel, Searle, Mackenzie, Langston, Barragan, Leok, Reed, McFarlane and Bill will be fiercely battling to take home the most exclusive trophy in the world.
Read that again: Leok! Included in the pact will be Estonians: Tanel Leok, Gert Krestinov and Aigar
Leok of Estonia.
The Red Bull FIM Motocross of Nations will be held on the 22nd and 23rd
of September in Budds Creek, Maryland. This unique event is the only
occasion for fans to see the best riders on the planet compete together in
teams.
After the magnificent 2006 edition of the FIM Motocross of Nations in England, the 2007 event looks like it’s going to be really special. Having 33 teams enter is extraordinary, and the pre-selling of tickets and camping is even higher than the same time last year, everyone’s going to love it. The media interest is exploding all magazines and the television coverage will be more than ever, more than 150 countries will be covered.
Contact: Budds Creek Motocross Park
Web site:
http://www.buddscreek.com/index.php
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September 16, 2007 |
Baltimore Estonian School
Baltimore Estonian House
1932 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21213-1514
(410) 327-7634
[Map]
Contact:
Kristina Jõgi
kljogi@verizon.net
(410) 327-7634 office
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September 7, 2007 |
Estonian Happy Hour
Mister Days Sports Rock Cafe
3100 Clarendon Blvd
Arlington, VA 22201
(703) 527-1600
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Now that the
Labor Day weekend is over, it's time for another Estonian Happy Hour!
Get together with your friends and fellow countrymen and countrywomen (?), and share stories of your summer vacations...
On Friday, September 7, 2007 -- COME all ye, Eestlased! (Estonians!) to:
Mister Days Sports Rock Cafe
(one block from Clarendon metro, down Highland Street). Street parking also available.
From 4-9 pm, specials include:
ALL NITE the bar will offer our ROLLING ESTONIANS for just $3.50!
COME early!
Proosit!
DJ Hillevi will be DJing rock-n-roll, alternative music and ESTO tunes from 5 - 9 pm, then a 'dance' DJ takes over and it will be dance music from at least 10 pm on...
We'll start around 7 pm, but you can come earlier or later, as you wish. See you Friday night!
Contact:
Jaak Pedak
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July 27, 2007 |
Art Exhibit:
Estonian Images by Sara Rhodin Knowledge Ecology International (KEI) and
Astroturf
1621 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Suite 500
Washington, DC 20009
(202) 332-2670
[Map]
 Astroturf and Knowledge Ecology International (KEI) are presenting an exhibit of Estonian photography by Sara Rhodin on July 27th from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at KEI in Dupont Circle.
Astroturf art is a new, independent art gallery with no one space to call its own. Astroturf is a community driven project that organizes shows for DC artists in unconventional locations around the city - laundromats, boutiques, theaters, alleys... Each show includes a selection of pieces by DC artists working in all different media.
Contact: Sara Rhodin at
srhodin@gmail.com or
http://www.astroturfdc.com/
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June 24, 2007 |
E.E.L.K.
Baltimore Markuse Kogudus
Jaanipäev. Surnuaiapüha Jumalateenistus
1900 Saint Paul Street
Baltimore, MD 21218-6035
[Map]
Pühapäeval,
24. juunil, surnuaiapüha jumalateenistus Gardens of Faith
kalmistul. Teenib praost Tiit Salumäe.
Contact: praost Tiit Salumäe
tsalumae@yahoo.com
(410) 292-3088
Esimees: Fred Ise
f.ise@comcast.net
(410) 465-5590
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June 10, 2007 |
E.E.L.K.
Washingtoni Markuse kogudus
Jumalateenistus ja Küüditamispäeva Mälestamine
Calvary Lutheran Church
9545 Georgia Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20910-1438
[Map]
Pühapäeval,
10. juunil kell 2 p.l. Calvary kirikus, 9545 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring
(Beltway X Georgia) E.E.L.K Washingtoni Markuse koguduse Jumalateenistus
armulauaga ja Küüditamispäeva Mälestamine. Teenib praost Tiit Salumäe. Organist
Silvi Valge.
Contact: praost Tiit Salumäe
tsalumae@yahoo.com
(410) 292-3088
Esimees: Mati Kõiva
(410) 544-5564
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June 1, 2007 |
Estonian Happy Hour
Cleveland Park Bar & Grill
3421 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20008
[Map]
(202) 806-8940
 Cleveland
Park Bar & Grill (located in Cleveland Park) is the former Brick's Tavern
and is owned by Peter Balish and Jeff Holibaugh, formerly of the hot dance
club Vida, and Fabio and Patricia Beggiato, who run the
restaurant-cum-nightspots Sesto Senso and Andalu.
Filled with high, round bar tables and booths, the long
rectangular building, facing a heavy wooden bar and a row of televisions
mounted on the wall (15 in all); tables and more booths fill a smaller
dining area in the rear. The building's makeover brought a rich,
bordello-red paint job and a new display of artsy portraits of Washington
landmarks, including the Capitol and the Cleveland Park Metro station.
Cleveland Park Bar & Grill is Metro accessible, one block
from the Cleveland Park Metro Station on the Red line.
Contact:
Jaak Pedak
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May 27, 2007 |
E.E.L.K.
Baltimore Markuse Kogudus
Nelipüha
1900 Saint Paul Street
Baltimore, MD 21218-6035
[Map]
Pühapäeval,
27. mail, Nelipüha jumalateenistus armulauaga Püha
Markuse kirikus kell 2 p.l. Teenib praost Tiit Salumäe. Organist Juta
Vaska-Zacharski. Järgneb kohvilaud.
Contact: praost Tiit Salumäe
tsalumae@yahoo.com
(410) 292-3088
Esimees: Fred Ise
f.ise@comcast.net
(410) 465-5590
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May 19, 2007 |
Annual Dinner-Dance of the New York Estonian Educational Society
New York Estonian House
243 East 34th Street
New York, NY 10016
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The Annual Dinner-Dance of the New York Estonian Educational Society will take place Saturday May 19, 2007 starting at 6 PM, at the New York Estonian House.
This year, two exceptional Estonian-Americans will be honored for their many contributions to the New York Estonian community: Virve Vaher and Juta Kurman, who have both excelled in their chosen fields of work, and at the same time have made immeasurable contributions to the local New York Estonian community. The Dinner-Dance will feature entertainment by Peeter Kopvillem, a well-known Estonian singer from Toronto, Canada, as well as The Mike Barry Band. The evening also includes an Art Auction, primarily featuring the work of Ilse Leetaru as well as Mark Kostabi.
If you are unable to attend, your support with an ad would be most welcome. The proceeds from the event will provide a jump-start for the projected $200,000 renovation project of the ground floor of the New York Estonian House.
Ticket and sponsor information can be found online.
Contact:
New York Estonian Educational Society
(212) 684-0336
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US Tour of Vägilased
Grace Hall At Grace Lutheran Church
21 Carroll Street
Westminster, MD 21157
[Map]
 Vägilased (“The Mighties”) combines centuries-old folk songs with jazz and rock techniques and ancient folk dance rituals to create a unique contemporary musical experience. They play to sell-out crowds at European folk festivals and were recently selected to perform at the United Nations in New York City.
Their current US tour is the result of a partnership between Arnold-based World Artists Experiences and the Embassy of Estonia, with Maryland Hall co-sponsoring this local performance. Tickets are not required for this free performance.
Vägilased, made up of young graduates of the Viljandi Culture Academy , began performing in 2000. Group members have diverse musical backgrounds encompassing traditional music, jazz, rock and pop. Touring with the group will be singer Cätlin Jaago; Toomas Valk on karmoshkas (Russian diatonic accordions); Jan Viileberg on acoustic guitar; Marti Tärn, on bass guitar; percussionist Reigo Ahven, and saxophonist Marko Mägi. Their press information says they enjoy getting in front of audiences, getting their music out to people, lifting their spirits, and having a positive effect by doing so.
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May 18, 2007 |
US Tour of Vägilased
Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts
801 Chase Street
Annapolis, MD 21401
[Map] Vägilased (“The Mighties”) combines centuries-old folk songs with jazz and rock techniques and ancient folk dance rituals to create a unique contemporary musical experience. They play to sell-out crowds at European folk festivals and were recently selected to perform at the United Nations in New York City.
Their current US tour is the result of a partnership between Arnold-based World Artists Experiences and the Embassy of Estonia, with Maryland Hall co-sponsoring this local performance. Tickets are not required for this free performance.
Vägilased, made up of young graduates of the Viljandi Culture Academy , began performing in 2000. Group members have diverse musical backgrounds encompassing traditional music, jazz, rock and pop. Touring with the group will be singer Cätlin Jaago; Toomas Valk on karmoshkas (Russian diatonic accordions); Jan Viileberg on acoustic guitar; Marti Tärn, on bass guitar; percussionist Reigo Ahven, and saxophonist Marko Mägi. Their press information says they enjoy getting in front of audiences, getting their music out to people, lifting their spirits, and having a positive effect by doing so.
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May 17, 2007 |
US Tour of Vägilased
Dag Hammarskjöld Library
United Nations
Consortium and Collections Unit, Room L-360
405 East 42nd Street
New York, NY 10017
[Map] Vägilased (“The Mighties”) combines centuries-old folk songs with jazz and rock techniques and ancient folk dance rituals to create a unique contemporary musical experience. They play to sell-out crowds at European folk festivals and were recently selected to perform at the United Nations in New York City.
Their current US tour is the result of a partnership between Arnold-based World Artists Experiences and the Embassy of Estonia, with Maryland Hall co-sponsoring this local performance. Tickets are not required for this free performance.
Vägilased, made up of young graduates of the Viljandi Culture Academy , began performing in 2000. Group members have diverse musical backgrounds encompassing traditional music, jazz, rock and pop. Touring with the group will be singer Cätlin Jaago; Toomas Valk on karmoshkas (Russian diatonic accordions); Jan Viileberg on acoustic guitar; Marti Tärn, on bass guitar; percussionist Reigo Ahven, and saxophonist Marko Mägi. Their press information says they enjoy getting in front of audiences, getting their music out to people, lifting their spirits, and having a positive effect by doing so.
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May 15, 2007 |
US Tour of Vägilased
City Place
14 Water Street
Frostburg, MD 21532
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Vägilased (“The Mighties”) combines centuries-old folk songs with jazz and rock techniques and ancient folk dance rituals to create a unique contemporary musical experience. They play to sell-out crowds at European folk festivals and were recently selected to perform at the United Nations in New York City.
Their current US tour is the result of a partnership between Arnold-based World Artists Experiences and the Embassy of Estonia, with Maryland Hall co-sponsoring this local performance. Tickets are not required for this free performance.
Vägilased, made up of young graduates of the Viljandi Culture Academy , began performing in 2000. Group members have diverse musical backgrounds encompassing traditional music, jazz, rock and pop. Touring with the group will be singer Cätlin Jaago; Toomas Valk on karmoshkas (Russian diatonic accordions); Jan Viileberg on acoustic guitar; Marti Tärn, on bass guitar; percussionist Reigo Ahven, and saxophonist Marko Mägi. Their press information says they enjoy getting in front of audiences, getting their music out to people, lifting their spirits, and having a positive effect by doing so.
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May 14, 2007 |
US Tour of Vägilased
The Bistro in the Commons
Salisbury University
1101 Camden Avenue
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 543-6000
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Vägilased (“The Mighties”) combines centuries-old folk songs with jazz and rock techniques and ancient folk dance rituals to create a unique contemporary musical experience. They play to sell-out crowds at European folk festivals and were recently selected to perform at the United Nations in New York City.
Their current US tour is the result of a partnership between Arnold-based World Artists Experiences and the Embassy of Estonia, with Maryland Hall co-sponsoring this local performance. Tickets are not required for this free performance.
Vägilased, made up of young graduates of the Viljandi Culture Academy , began performing in 2000. Group members have diverse musical backgrounds encompassing traditional music, jazz, rock and pop. Touring with the group will be singer Cätlin Jaago; Toomas Valk on karmoshkas (Russian diatonic accordions); Jan Viileberg on acoustic guitar; Marti Tärn, on bass guitar; percussionist Reigo Ahven, and saxophonist Marko Mägi. Their press information says they enjoy getting in front of audiences, getting their music out to people, lifting their spirits, and having a positive effect by doing so.
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May 13, 2007 |
E.E.L.K.
Washingtoni Markuse kogudus
Emadepäeva jumalateenistus
Calvary Lutheran Church
9545 Georgia Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20910-1438
[Map]
Pühapäeval,
13. mail kell 2 p.l. Calvary kirikus, 9545 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring
(Beltway X Georgia) E.E.L.K Washingtoni Markuse koguduse
Emadepäeva jumalateenistus. Teenib praost Tiit Salumäe. Organist
Silvi Valge.
Contact: praost Tiit Salumäe
tsalumae@yahoo.com
(410) 292-3088
Esimees: Mati Kõiva
(410) 544-5564
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