On 20 August, Narva will host a lively Community Picnic that brings together people from all over Ida-Viru County to celebrate Estonia’s Restoration of Independence Day.
The day begins with inspiring Community Voice discussions and workshops in Rugodiv Park and ends with a large communal sing-along at the Joaorg Song Picnic.
COMMUNITY VOICE
Rugodiv Park
At 12:00 PM–4:00 PM
Community Voice will transform Rugodiv Park into several themed discussion areas where you can exchange ideas and participate in workshops and masterclasses. The focus will be on issues that matter to the people of Ida-Viru County – young people’s future in the region, local identity, urban space, cooperation between communities and decision-makers, mental health, well-being, intergenerational dialogue, and the meaning of togetherness in today’s society.
SONG PICNIC
Joaorg
At 5:00 PM–8:00 PM
The Song Picnic will feature choirs, musical groups and soloists from Ida-Viru County, who will perform songs in Estonian, Russian, Ukrainian, Votic and Ingrian. The lyrics will be displayed on a large screen so that the audience can sing along with the performers. The evening will end with a performance by the beloved singer Anne Veski.
Community Picnic is free for everyone. The organisers recommend that visitors bring a picnic blanket and basket and dress according to the weather.
Community Picnic is organised by the Integration Foundation’s Narva Estonian Language House in cooperation with communities and partners. The event takes place within the framework of the European Social Fund project “Support for Community Activities Promoting Integration” (No. 2021–2027.4.07.24-0017).
Photo: Anastassia Volkova