Estonian Embassy in Sweden :: Events http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events en-us http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss WiseCMS 2.0 hille.lepp@vm.ee hille.lepp@vm.ee Estonian Ambassador to Sweden Visits Headquarters of Nordic Battlegroup http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-940 Estonian Ambassador to Sweden Alar Streimann visited the headquarters of the European Union Nordic Battlegroup in Enköping on Wednesday, 17th of February. Estonia participates along with Sweden, Finland, Norway and Ireland in the Nordic Battlegroup, which will be on standby during the first half of 2011.

The Ambassador met with Major General Anders Brännström (on the picture 1), Designated Operations Commander of the Battle Group;  Brigadier General Stefan Andersson, Force Commander of the Battle Group; Colonel Mikael Frisell, Chief of Staff  of the Force HQ BG11;  Colonel Mikael Åkerström, Deputy Commander of the Signals Regiment, and discussed about the preparations for the standby period.

Sweden is the framework nation for the Nordic Battlegroup 2011. The Force Headquarters of the Nordic Battlegroup was established in 2009 and is responsible for planning and executing of the battle group activities.

Estonia is represented in the headquarter by Major Andres Noole; in April of this year Estonia will send three more staff officers to Enköping. Altogether Estonian contribution to the Nordic Battlegroup 2011 will be 50 troops.

Sweden is the framework nation of the Battle Group for the second time. The previous one was on standby during the first half of 2008 and at that time Estonia’s contribution was also 50 soldiers as well as one civilian advisor.

A reception organised by the Estonian Ambassador dedicated to the 92nd anniversary of the Republic of Estonia also took place in Enköping. In his speech, the Ambassador spoke about the history of Estonia’s independence (picture 2).

]]> Thu, 18 Feb 2010 09:32:10 GMT http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-940 Svjata Vatra at World Music Festival in Eskilstuna http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-887 From 21-25 October a World Music Festival organised by Eskilstuna district and the town of Västerås will be taking place. The Estonian ethnic music group Svjata Vatra will be performing there with the support of the Estonian Institute.

The World Music Festival will, alongside music, offer its guests dance, theatre, painting, film, poetry, and other types of cultural presentations.

The world music festival is an annual event with the goal of highlighting the distinctive cultural features and diversity of various cities and opening the doors to co-operation between areas of culture in order to show the strength that lies in being distinctive.

Svjata Vatra will perform on 23 October at 20.00 in the Eskilstuna Cultural Centre on the Lokomotivet main stage and on 24 October at 20.00 in the main hall of the Västerås Concert Hall.


Additional information:
http://www.myspace.com/svjatavatra
http://www.varldsmusikfestivalen.se


]]> Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:37:45 GMT http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-887 Estonia is waiving the visa invitation requirement http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-871 Estonia is simplifying the visa application process for people travelling to Estonia. On May 7 the Estonian Parliament (Riigikogu) approved an amendment that will waive the visa invitation requirement. The amendment will enter into force on July 30. Visa invitations submitted to and approved by the Citizenship and Migration Board before July 30 will be valid in foreign missions of Estonia as documents certifying the travel purpose within 6 months following the date of the corresponding decision,Waiving the visa invitation requirement means that those applying for visas no longer have to present an invitation approved by the Citizenship and Migration Board or other form of invitation, and from now on other documents will be sufficient to prove the purpose of travel.

The waiving of the invitation requirement will make the visa application process faster and easier. All other requirements will remain as before.

The most important thing for the visa applicant is to present his or her travel plans honestly and clearly and to fill in the visa application with his or her contact information and primary address of residence in Estonia. It is also required to submit documents that certify the purpose of travel and prove the existence of sufficient resources to cover return travel, sustenance and accommodation. It would also be useful for the applicant to indicate his or her connection to Estonia (for example, documents proving marital or family status, or a letter or email written by the person being visited in Estonia describing the person’s connection to the visa applicant).

The consul still reserves the right to ask the visa applicant or relevant individual or organisation to present oral or written explanations of the need for a visa. As before, the consul may request documents that certify the applicant’s intention to leave the Schengen area upon the expiration of the visa: return tickets, sufficient means of subsistence, proof of employment, proof of real estate in the country of residence, proof of ties with the country of residence (family ties, professional status) etc.

To prove the purpose of travel, the following supplementary documents could be submitted (the list is non-exhaustive):

  • For business travel: written confirmation from the company organising the meeting, conference, etc.; invitations/tickets to a fair or seminar; documents that prove the existence of business ties or certify the applicant’s connection to or status in a company.

  • For personal travel: documents confirming accommodation (hotel reservation, a letter or email which confirms that the receiver will allow accommodation for the visa applicant); travel package; copies of travel tickets.

    • ]]>     Fri, 26 Jun 2009 14:30:23 GMT http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-871     Jaanus Samma at the Luleå Art Biennial http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-869 Luleå Art Biennial, taking place for the fourth time, with his open-air installation “Balance”.

    The theme of the biennial this year is risk. Curator Jan-Erik Lundström collected almost 500 art projects from all over the world, of which 25 have been chosen for presentation at the biennial.

    ]]>     Tue, 16 Jun 2009 21:00:00 GMT http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-869     Fingerprints in travel documents http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-866 Starting from June 29th, 2009, all applicants of Estonian travel documents are required to give their fingerprints. The fingerprints are included onto the chip inside the passport cover. Children above the age of 6 are also required to give fingerprints, children below the age of 6 will not have to give fingerprints. As the result of compulsory fingerprint-giving, the procedure of applying for repeated passports by mail will change. In the future, it is possible to apply for a repeated passport by mail only in the case when the person has already received one passport containing fingerprints and less than 2 years have passed since the issuance of this passport.

    It is possible to apply for a repeated passport by mail until June 28th, 2009 (passport applications bearing a postal stamp of a later date will not be reviewed without fingerprints - the applicant will have to go to an Estonian foreign representation or to Estonia to give fingerprints). Applications for repeated passports until June 28th, 2009 can be submitted by those persons, whose passport will expire soon (a few months are left until the expiration date) or by persons who for any other reason would like to receive a new passport. There are no changes in the procedure of applying for the initial passport (applications can be turned in at Estonian foreign representations, it is not possible to submit them to the Honorary Consuls). Additional information concerning the fingerprint-taking, use of fingerprints and other questions can be found on the website of the Citizenship and Migration Board.

    ]]>     Mon, 01 Jun 2009 12:21:19 GMT http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-866     "His Master's Voice" to be performed in Göteborg http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-860 “His Master's Voice” will be performed in the hall of the Göteborg City Library at 18.00.

    Heidi Sarapuu's production introduces the Estonia Theatre's own theatrical and musical life through the lives and works of its singers. The main characters are Artur Rinne (Peeter Kaljumäe), Agu Lüüdik (Rene Soom from the Estonia National Opera), Benno Hansen (Priit Volmer from the Estonia National Opera), Milli Rebane (Tiiu Laur from the Estonia National Opera); Raivo Mets and Indrek Sarapuu play additional roles. The musical director is Hain Hõlpus.
    ]]>     Sun, 10 May 2009 21:00:00 GMT http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-860     Exhibit "GENUINELY NATIONAL" in Stockholm http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-859
    The jewellery, based on Estonian folk art, is made of polymer clay.

    Estonian folk traditions have a long history. Through constant experimentation and alteration, our folk art has become what we know today. Almost every village had its own design and fashion which was enlivened by subsequent generations with slight enhancements. Each craftsman contributed to the elaboration, trying to make the stripes on skirts more beautiful or the embroidery more ornate. Because of this interweaving of old and new, we are able to take our forefathers' possessions from the closet, admire them, rediscover them, and develop them further.

    The collection “GENUINELY NATIONAL” contains jewellery called “Kuusalu”, “Paistu”, “Meelespea”, “Kindad”, “Hõbekrõllid”, “Setu pits”, “Roosad mündid”, etc. The necklaces, earrings and bracelets are made to be both formal and everyday accessories. The jewellery is lovely, modern and trendy. The exhibition encourages the visitor to rediscover Estonian national patterns, draws attention towards the innovative material polymer clay and promotes wearing fashionable jewellery which embraces the heritage of Estonian national culture.

    The creator also organises workshops for learning techniques for working with polymer clay.

    ]]>     Thu, 23 Apr 2009 21:00:00 GMT http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-859     Estonian Language Days in Stockholm http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-839
    At 15.00 the exhibit “Marie Under 125” will be opened. The exhibit was compiled by the Estonian National Library last year for the 125th anniversary of the birth of poet Marie Under.

    ]]>     Fri, 13 Mar 2009 22:00:00 GMT http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-839     European Languages Day in Sweden http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-809 For more information, see the home page www.sprakdagen.nu.
    ]]>     Thu, 25 Sep 2008 21:00:00 GMT http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-809     Baltic Day in Sweden http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-808 Information materials about Estonia will be available.
    Latvia and Lithuania will also be represented with their own programmes.

    ]]>     Fri, 19 Sep 2008 21:00:00 GMT http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-808     Concert at Uppsala's Dome Church http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-796 Uppsala's Dome Church musical works by Sibelius, Mendelssohn, Pärt, Mägi, A.Kapp, Uibo are being presented by Andres Uibo (organ) and Mari-Liis Uibo (violin). ]]> Fri, 27 Jun 2008 21:00:00 GMT http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-796 MUSICAL GIFT TO SWEDEN http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-778 Erkki-Sven Tüür – 5th symphony for electric guitar, jazz big band and symphony orchestra
    Igor Stravinsky – Symphony in three movements
    Mattias Torell (electric guitar)

    Estonian Dream Big Band
    Estonian National Symphony Orchestra

    Conductor Olari Elts

    Musical Gift to Sweden

    ]]>     Sat, 24 May 2008 16:56:42 GMT http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-778     Musical Gift to Sweden http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-795
    The Estonian National Symphony Orchestra conducted by Olari Elts is giving a concert at Berwaldhallen in Stockholm at 6 pm.
    ]]>     Fri, 23 May 2008 21:00:00 GMT http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-795     Theatre „Varius” in Gothenburg http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-782 The performance is scheduled at 6 pm.
    ]]>     Wed, 14 May 2008 21:00:00 GMT http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-782     Photo exhibition “Republic of Estonia 90“ http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-777 The Estonian Institute's photo exhibition

    "Republic of Estonia 90"

    will be open at Embassy from 6 to 22 of May.

    The exhibition is devoted to the 90th anniversary of the Republic of Estonia. The photos of the exhibiton come from archives, museums, organisations, collectors and photographers worldwide and tell the story of the Republic of Estonia since its birth in 1918 and cover most of the key historic events that followed. Many of the pictures are being shown for public for the first time.

    Venue:
    Embassy of Estonia
    Tyrgatan 3
    Stockholm

    Pre-registration for visitors:
    Tel. 08-545 122 81
    E-mail: Mtrei@estemb.se

    ]]>     Tue, 06 May 2008 16:48:51 GMT http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-777     Photo Exhibition „The Republic of Estonia 90” in Stockholm http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-781 The exhibition has been compiled by the Estonian Institute.
    ]]>     Mon, 05 May 2008 21:00:00 GMT http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-781     Heiki Mätlik's Concerts in Sweden http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-775 The concerts are scheduled for:
    22.04.2008 at 7 pm in Malmö City Hall
    On 25.04.2008 at 7 pm at the Estonian Home in Gothenburg
    On 27.04.2008 in Stockholm
    ]]>     Mon, 21 Apr 2008 21:00:00 GMT http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-775     Seminar - Estonian Language Days in Stockholm http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-764 Reports will be delivered by professors of the Estonian language Els Oksaar from Hamburg; Prof.Raimo Raag from Uppsala, Prof. Jüri Valge from Tallinn, experts and specialists from Estonia and Sweden. The reports will treat Estonian as well as its development, multilingual advantages in the development of a child, the supporting of the preservation of Estonian through the compatriots' program as well as other topics of interest to people living in Sweden and using Estonian in their everyday life.
    The Seminar will take place at the Estonian House from 10.30 am-4.30 pm.
    Additional information at the home page of the Estonian Institute: www.einst.ee/sverige
    ]]>     Fri, 14 Mar 2008 22:00:00 GMT http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-764     Exhibition "Estonian ABC Books" in Stockholm http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-763 The exhibition is set up in the exhibition hall of the Estonian House.
    ]]>     Thu, 13 Mar 2008 22:00:00 GMT http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-763     Celebrating Republic of Estonia's Anniversary in Stockholm http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-762
    A festive public ceremony dedicated to the 90th anniversary of the Republic of Estonia is taking place on
    1 March at 5.30 pm at St. Jakob's Church.
    Prayer: provost Ingo Tiit Jaagu
    Persons delivering a speech: Mart Laar, Gunnar Hökmark, Henri Ormus
    Performers: Kirsti and Klarika Kuusk, Alari Pintsaar and Toomas Tuulse, the Stockholm Estonian Mixed Choir.
    Conductors Epp Jaansoo and Kaspar Kõrvits.

    At 7.30 pm, the start of the celebration of the anniversary at the Odd Fellow Palace.
    Welcoming speeches by: Estonian Ambassador to Stockholm Alar Streimann, Chairman of the Estonian World Council Jaak Juhansoo.
    The musical part of the event is being furnished by Urmas Lattikas's ensemble.
    ]]>     Thu, 28 Feb 2008 22:00:00 GMT http://www.estemb.se/frontpage/events/aid-762