LANGUAGE ROULETTE A2+ (via Zoom)

Language Roulette invites you to practise Estonian! We meet virtually on Zoom in the format of short conversations.

We chat in Estonian for a limited time in a random group. The topics will be clarified at the meeting. A positive and free atmosphere is guaranteed.

  • Min. language level required: A2+
  • Time: 07.03 from 18.00-19.00 (logging in at 17:45)
  • Place: Zoom. The link will be sent ahead of the session to everyone registered for the event at 16.30.
  • No of participants: 40

Contact person: Ave Landrat/ Mari Taalmann

Registration: (28.02 at 9.00 - 07.03 at 16.00) https://forms.gle/Pda6SVudvmidjtmn6

Let’s sing together A1+ (Paldiski)

We are going to sing Estonian songs from various genres, learn about the Estonian culture, and practice Estonian.

By singing together, we are going to learn Estonian folk songs, runic songs, pop songs, and learn about Estonian culture. Through the songs, we will learn Estonian vocabulary and pronunciation, have more confidence when speaking, and find new friends. From time to time, we will also play various interactive games and have quizzes.

  • Language level: A1+
  • Place: Rae 38 (5th floor), Paldiski
  • Time: 07.03 at 18.30-20.00 
  • No of participants: 20

Organised by: Anu Grete Oder; Inna Baranova

Registration: (01.03 at 9.00) https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/12597?lang=en

NB! You can register for the events through the Integration Foundation's self-service, which you can enter using an ID card, Mobile-ID or Smart-ID. Please see the user guide: https://integratsioon.ee/iseteenindus

Communication Club ‘Interesting School’ B1+ (Paldiski)

An open Communication Club for everyone who is interested in discussing the topics of school life.

We discuss how we shape an interesting school in a whirlwind of changes and conflicts, and find cooperation opportunities.

We will focus on the different aspects of school life.

  • Language level: B1-B2
  • Time: 07.03 at 3 p.m. – 4.30 p.m.
  • Location: Paldiski Russian Basic School (Peetri 26, Paldiski)
  • No of participants: 16

Instructor: Tatjana Tabakina

Registration: (01.03 at 9.00) https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/12535?lang=en

NB! You can register for the events through the Integration Foundation's self-service, which you can enter using an ID card, Mobile-ID or Smart-ID. Please see the user guide: https://integratsioon.ee/iseteenindus

Mokalaat B2+ (Zoom)

Mokalaat is a series of language meetings with no teachers or students – instead, everyone is both a learner and a teacher! The purpose of the Mokalaat meetings is to develop skills for public speaking and presentation.

It is done in a friendly atmosphere and it involve topics that interest everyone. Participants take turns in preparing a report on which they will make a presentation: it may be related to a job, hobby, an exciting place, or something dear to you. The crowd are active listeners, asking questions and participating in the discussion that follows the presentation.

  • Language level: B2-C1
  • Time: 27.03 at 18.00-19.30
  • Location: Zoom
  • No of participants: 25
  • Teacher: Pille Maffucci

Registration: https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/12711?lang=en

NB! You can register for the events through the Integration Foundation's self-service, which you can enter using an ID card, Mobile-ID or Smart-ID. Please see the user guide: https://integratsioon.ee/iseteenindus.

Let’s sing together A1+ (Klooga)

We are going to sing Estonian songs from various genres, learn about the Estonian culture, and practice Estonian.

By singing together, we are going to learn Estonian folk songs, runic songs, pop songs, and learn about Estonian culture. Through the songs, we will learn Estonian vocabulary and pronunciation, have more confidence when speaking, and find new friends. From time to time, we will also play various interactive games and have quizzes.

  • Language level: A1+
  • Place: Klooga kultuurikeskus (Aedlinna tee 3, Klooga)
  • Time: 01.03 at 10.00-11.30 
  • No of participants: 20

Organised by: Anu Grete Oder; Inna Baranova

Registration: https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/12716?lang=en

NB! You can register for the events through the Integration Foundation's self-service, which you can enter using an ID card, Mobile-ID or Smart-ID. Please see the user guide: https://integratsioon.ee/iseteenindus

Musical Wednesday A2+ (Narva)

We meet once a month on Wednesdays to practise Estonian through singing!

Each meeting will have its own theme. During Musical Wednesdays, we will get to know the works of a number of Estonian composers and singers, play different games, and, of course, sing both older and newer songs.

  • Language level: A2+ 
  • Time: 15.03 from 6.00 p.m. – 8.00 p.m.
  • Location: Narva Estonian Language House (Linda 2, Narva)
  • Hosts: Teele Parts, Pille Maffucci
  • No of participants: 35

Registration: https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/12708?lang=en

NB! You can register for the events through the Integration Foundation's self-service, which you can enter using an ID card, Mobile-ID or Smart-ID. Please see the user guide: https://integratsioon.ee/iseteenindus.

MOKALAAT B2+ (ZOOM)

Mokalaat is a series of language meetings with no teachers or students – instead, everyone is both a learner and a teacher! The purpose of the Mokalaat meetings is to develop skills for public speaking and presentation.

It is done in a friendly atmosphere and it involve topics that interest everyone. Participants take turns in preparing a report on which they will make a presentation: it may be related to a job, hobby, an exciting place, or something dear to you. The crowd are active listeners, asking questions and participating in the discussion that follows the presentation.

  • Language level: B2-C1
  • Time: 13.03 at 18.00-19.30
  • Location: Zoom
  • No of participants: 25
  • Teacher: Pille Maffucci

Registration: https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/12709?lang=en

NB! You can register for the events through the Integration Foundation's self-service, which you can enter using an ID card, Mobile-ID or Smart-ID. Please see the user guide: https://integratsioon.ee/iseteenindus.

Narva parents’ club A2+ (Harku)

Parents’ Club is meant for adults and families with children who are interested in self-improvement. We will meet interesting people and participate in workshops and family events.

In autumn 2023, two state upper secondary schools are going to be opened in Narva, with a total of more than 700 pupils. The changes that students, parents, and teachers in Narva will be facing are huge. Fears run deep and expectations are high. For inspiration and to see how the new state upper secondary schools that already exist in Estonia operate, we invite parents and children to visit the Jõhvi, Tabasalu, Rakvere, and Läänemere state upper secondary schools and learn about the concepts, curricula, and life in general at these schools.

March: visit to the Tabasalu Upper Secondary School

  • Language level: A2+
  • Time: 03.03 
  • We are going to meet in front of the Estonian Language House in Narva (Linda 2, Narva) and depart from there.
  • Number of participants: 20 (10 adults with a child aged at least 13)
  • Teacher: Darja Berestova

Registration: https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/12714?lang=en

NB! You can register for the events through the Integration Foundation's self-service, which you can enter using an ID card, Mobile-ID or Smart-ID. Please see the user guide: https://integratsioon.ee/iseteenindus.

Sillamäe social club B1+ (Sillamäe)

The Sillamäe social club of the Estonian Language House in Narva is a perfect place to practice the Estonian language. We also talk about the events of Ida-Viru County and discuss what is happening close to home.

The social club welcomes language learners who want to overcome the communication barrier and discuss topics that are currently relevant in society: for example, switching to Estonian-language education, caring for loved ones in need, and the green transition.

  • Language level: B1, B2
  • Time: 8.03 from 4.30 p.m. to 5.30 p.m.
  • Location: Sillamäe Viru Library (Viru puiestee 26, Sillamäe)
  • No of participants: 30
  • Organiser: Sirle Sommer-Kalda (a journalist at Põhjarannik)

Registration: https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/12703?lang=en

NB! You can register for the events through the Integration Foundation's self-service, which you can enter using an ID card, Mobile-ID or Smart-ID. Please see the user guide: https://integratsioon.ee/iseteenindus.

Cooking Club B1+ (Narva)/REGISTRATION IS CLOSED

Anyone who wants to practise Estonian and try their hand at different recipes in good company is welcome to join our Cooking Club!

We will cover topics ranging from table manners to teaching how to barbecue. Each meeting will have its own theme – for example, we will learn how many different dishes can be made from fish or how to make a festive snack that is good enough to be served at a presidential reception.

  • Language level: B1+ 
  • Time: 9.03 from 18.00-20.00 
  • Location: Manufaktuur Restaurant of the Ida-Virumaa Vocational Education Centre (Kreenholmi 45, Narva)
  • Hosts: Julia Viirsalu, Urmas Murumäe
  • No of participants: 16

Registration: https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/12707?lang=en

NB! You can register for the events through the Integration Foundation's self-service, which you can enter using an ID card, Mobile-ID or Smart-ID. Please see the user guide:  https://integratsioon.ee/iseteenindus.

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