In the first half of 2022, the Narva Estonian Language House will organise, in cooperation with Alutaguse Hiking Club, three language hikes in Ida-Virumaa. As a special feature, in addition to hiking, we also learn Estonian.

During the hikes, we are accompanied by a tour guide, who introduces the places on the trail in Estonian, and you have to perform various language tasks. The hike is also preceded by a short online meeting where we review the relevant vocabulary, which makes it easier to understand the tour guide. If you love fresh air, discovering beautiful and interesting places in Estonia accompanied by nice people while learning Estonian, then please register!

• Language level: B1+
• Date: 26 January at 5.30–7.30 p.m.
• Location: Narva Estonian Language House (Linda 2, Narva)
• Subject: Meeting with an experienced hiker: hiking wisdom and impressions
• Registration: https://forms.gle/b5DKUXcu3hYGJshy7

Health safety. In organizing language courses, Estonian Language Houses are guided by the current requirements put in place to stop the spread of coronavirus. Only people who present the certificate to prove that they are vaccinated or have been recovered from COVID-19 can take part in courses and events. The COVID certificates of all attendants will be checked at the entrance, please bring your identity document with you as well. The certificate can be submitted in both paper and digital form (eg from smartphone). It is mandatory to wear a mask indoors.

Renowned Estonian director and playwright Merle Karusoo, in cooperation with the Integration Foundation and the Vaba Lava theatre in Narva, is staging a unique play called ‘Who Am I?’ that brings together the stories of Estonian-language teachers from Ida-Viru County and throws open the doors of the world of teaching.

The project gained its name more than 20 years ago when Karusoo was working with children in the region to help them understand where they were from and how their parents and grandparents ended up in Estonia. Now the avid collector of biographies has brought together the real-life stories of teachers in the county. “It’s not easy being a teacher of Estonian,” she says. “I knew that already. But now I know more about the people who are doing this important work – important to the country as a whole. And now you’ll have the chance to get to know them as well.”

The aim of the project is to make people aware of their roots and the choices they make in life: for them to get to know themselves. It also focuses on the specific problems the participants face in their profession. Karusoo got together with the teachers and prompted them to share their life experiences, warts and all. Teachers from the Estonian Language Centre in Narva are also taking part in the project.

‘Who Am I?’ is set to premiere in the studio hall of the Vaba Lava theatre in Narva at 19:00 on 5 November 2021.
Directed and scripted by Merle Karusoo, the play will feature teachers Irina Bahramova, Martin Tikk, Mari-Mall Feldschmidt, Margit Sibul, Krismar Rosin, Inguna Joandi, Anne Meldre and Angelika Soomets.

The number of places is limited. Register here: https://forms.gle/xDgr6HJgJHQ8o6qE6

Health safety. In organising language courses, Estonian Language Houses are guided by the current requirements put in place to stop the spread of coronavirus. Only people who present the certificate to prove that they are vaccinated or have been recovered from COVID-19 can take part in events. The COVID certificates of all attendants will be checked at the entrance, please bring your identity document with you as well. The certificate can be submitted in both paper and digital form (eg from smartphone).

The Estonian Language Centre in Narva is inviting language learners around the country to take part in an urban treasure hunt! This fun app-based game will expand your vocabulary and get you practising your Estonian in the fresh air.

Simply download the ‘Actionbound’ app and search for Eesti keele nädal 2021 if you use Android phone. In case you use Iphone, please enter via the QR code:

Your phone will give you all the instructions you need from that point onwards. During the treasure hunt you’ll need to answer a range of questions, take photos and film short videos. It’s a perfect game to be played in groups with friends or family, but you can also play it alone if you want to.

The treasure hunt will start on 4 October, with the winners being announced on 11 October. You can play at any time during Estonian Language Week. Prizes will be drawn among everyone who takes part.

The treasure hunt forms part of the KeelEST2021 Estonian Language Week festivities.

In the course of these virtual get-togethers we’ll take a closer look at an intriguing Estonian artist, writer, fashion designer or creative force in another field. We’ll dive into their work and explore what they do on a day-to-day basis.

Participants will learn new things and enjoy an unparalleled opportunity to ask questions and get involved in the discussion.

• Min. language level required: B1
• When: 15 December from 18:00-20:00
• Where: Online
• Registration: https://forms.gle/dGi3L3zFZs9B6gXN7

We’ll be meeting with a variety of famous faces from Estonia, finding out about their lives and what they do and asking and answering questions – all in Estonian! To take part, you’ll need to be prepared to ask questions about the guest (having done some background research into them beforehand), to actively listen to everything that’s said and to answer questions yourself. The identity of the guest for each event will be kept under wraps until the last minute!

Min. language level required: B1

When: 17 November from 18:00-20:00

Where: Estonian Language Centre, Narva (‘Mets’ room)

Registration: https://forms.gle/ny1gDVBkCsehTTSR7

Health safety. In organising language courses, Estonian Language Houses are guided by the current requirements put in place to stop the spread of coronavirus. Only people who present the certificate to prove that they are vaccinated or have been recovered from COVID-19 can take part in events. The COVID certificates of all attendants will be checked at the entrance, please bring your identity document with you as well. The certificate can be submitted in both paper and digital form (eg from smartphone).

Together we’ll be watching a variety of Estonian films from over the years. Every film night will include an introduction to the movie and its cast, and we’ll also learn new words and phrases linked to the movie. The film nights are open to everyone from B1 level up and will feature family-friendly films.

• Min. language level required: B1
• When: 1 December from 18:00-20:30
• Where: Estonian Language Centre, Narva (‘Mets’ room)
• Registration: https://forms.gle/jdky8rWQGKYY35ZMA

Health safety. In organising language courses, Estonian Language Houses are guided by the current requirements put in place to stop the spread of coronavirus. Only people who present the certificate to prove that they are vaccinated or have been recovered from COVID-19 can take part in events. The COVID certificates of all attendants will be checked at the entrance, please bring your identity document with you as well. The certificate can be submitted in both paper and digital form (eg from smartphone).

Together we’ll be watching a variety of Estonian films from over the years. Every film night will include an introduction to the movie and its cast, and we’ll also learn new words and phrases linked to the movie. The film nights are open to everyone from B1 level up and will feature family-friendly films.

• Min. language level required: B1
• When: 3 November from 18:00-20:30
• Where: Estonian Language Centre, Narva (‘Mets’ room)
• Registration: https://forms.gle/5pa2ZjNe6htMdqxd6

Health safety. In organising language courses, Estonian Language Houses are guided by the current requirements put in place to stop the spread of coronavirus. Only people who present the certificate to prove that they are vaccinated or have been recovered from COVID-19 can take part in events. The COVID certificates of all attendants will be checked at the entrance, please bring your identity document with you as well. The certificate can be submitted in both paper and digital form (eg from smartphone).

Over a series of nights we’ll be watching some great Estonian films together. The movies will be shown at the Amadeus cinema at Jõhvi Concert Hall, with the film nights being held twice a month from October to December. All screenings will start at 18:00. The programme has yet to be finalised, but will include such films as Seltsimees laps, Sangarid, Supilinna Salaselts, Mehed, Kratt, Eesti matus, Jõulud džunglis and Eia jõulud Tondikakul. Each screening will be followed by a brief discussion in which everyone will get the chance to share their thoughts on the film. Places are limited: only around 50 people will be able to attend each screening.

• Min. language level required: A2
• When: 20 December from 18:00
• Where: Amadeus cinema at Jõhvi Concert Hall
• Registration: https://forms.gle/FM4RfdkXH37ZjKoN9

Health safety. In organising language courses, Estonian Language Houses are guided by the current requirements put in place to stop the spread of coronavirus. Only people who present the certificate to prove that they are vaccinated or have been recovered from COVID-19 can take part in events. The COVID certificates of all attendants will be checked at the entrance, please bring your identity document with you as well. The certificate can be submitted in both paper and digital form (eg from smartphone).

Over a series of nights we’ll be watching some great Estonian films together. The movies will be shown at the Amadeus cinema at Jõhvi Concert Hall, with the film nights being held twice a month from October to December. All screenings will start at 18:00. The programme has yet to be finalised, but will include such films as Seltsimees laps, Sangarid, Supilinna Salaselts, Mehed, Kratt, Eesti matus, Jõulud džunglis and Eia jõulud Tondikakul. Each screening will be followed by a brief discussion in which everyone will get the chance to share their thoughts on the film. Places are limited: only around 50 people will be able to attend each screening.

• Min. language level required: A2
• When: 6 December from 18:00
• Where: Amadeus cin ema at Jõhvi Concert Hall
• Registration: https://forms.gle/7tGHpBWEk5j3GtQy9

Health safety. In organising language courses, Estonian Language Houses are guided by the current requirements put in place to stop the spread of coronavirus. Only people who present the certificate to prove that they are vaccinated or have been recovered from COVID-19 can take part in events. The COVID certificates of all attendants will be checked at the entrance, please bring your identity document with you as well. The certificate can be submitted in both paper and digital form (eg from smartphone).