Language Training through physical activities A1+ (Paldiski)

Practical language training through physical activity – we are going to be active, communicate, and learn!

Language training takes place twice a month starting from September. All activities are relaxed, fun, and interesting. We are going to get to know one another, make friends, and learn Estonian together. You will not even notice learning the language as we spend time together.

Yoga classes, dance lessons, hikes, parlour games – all activities are accompanied by learning Estonian through communication and expressing yourself. We are going to meet new friends and learn Estonian!

All who are interested are welcome to join the workouts of our team, regardless of age or physical form. If you are interested, then this is an easy way to polish your Estonian skills.

  • Language level: A1, A2
  • Time: 16.04 from 10.00-11.30
  • Location: Rae 38 (second floor), Paldiski
  • No of participants: 20

Organised by: Inna Baranova, and Anu Grete Oder

Registration: (03.04 at 9.00) https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/12581?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

Great Estonian things - medieval Tallinn A2+ (Tallinn)

We will visit the Town Hall Pharmacy, which celebrated its 600th anniversary last year. We will get an overview of the oldest health care institution in Estonia and make tea in the workshop.

The event is intended for language learners interested in the history of the city of Tallinn who want to improve their Estonian language skills using active learning methods.

  • Language level required: A2+
  • Time: 17.04 at 14.00-16.00          
  • Location: Raeapteek (Raekoja plats 11, Tallinn)
  • No of participants: 20

Contact person: Krista Tukk

Registration: (31.03 at 12.00)  https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/12854?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

Social Club for Ukrainian War Refugees A1+ (Paldiski)

In the Estonian Social Club, we will better understand and use common phrases.

We will address important topics such as information about yourself and your family, shopping, doctor visits, work etc. While playing, we will discuss interesting topics, share recommendations about language learning and dare to make mistakes!

  • Language level: A1-A2
  • Time: 15.04 from 13.00-14.30
  • Location: Pakri Plaza (Rae 38, 5th floor, Paldiski)
  • No of participants: 12

Instructor: Signe Nõmm

Registration: (09.04 at 9.00) https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/12509?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

Language learning at the Maritime Museum – Venice. Queen of the Seas B1+ (Tallinn)

Visiting the exhibition Venice. Queen of the Seas (foreign exhibition from Italy) at the Seaplane Harbour. Tour of the exhibition, exhibition-themed activities in the classroom. Art and Venice.

We will practice listening, asking questions, and conversing in Estonian. We will also learn new words.

  • Language level required: B1+
  • Time: 15.04 at 11.00-14.00
  • Place: Seaplane Harbour (Vesilennuki 6, Tallinn), we will meet at the ticket office
  • No of participants: 20 

Contact person: Ruth Ristmägi / ristmagi.ruth@gmail.com

Registration: (01.04 at 9.00) https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/12849?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

Small talk fair B1+ (Pärnu)

The "Small talk fair" is a playful chat group for Estonian language enthusiasts, where we will get to know each other, exchange experiences, look for answers, and play team games.

Participants can develop their skills of listening (all stories are in Estonian), speaking (free-form conversation), and reading (new words, simple questions) in Estonian. The meetings have a friendly and supportive atmosphere, a fun vibe, and coffee. Also suitable for more courageous language learners at the A2 level.

  • Language level: B1+
  • Time: 15.04 kell 12.00-14.00
  • Location: Pärnu keskraamatukogu rippsaal (Akadeemia 3, Pärnu)
  • No of participants: 20

Organised by: Silja Joon (silja.joon@gmail.com)

Registration: (01.04 at 9.00) https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/12848?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

Friday in Library A1+ (Paldiski)

Friday in Library is a social club which brings together people from different cultural backgrounds who want to practice Estonian in a pleasant and welcoming setting.

The club is a place to get acquainted with one another, have conversations with the help of various forms of communication, play fun team games, and exchange information.

The Friday in Library events are meant for those who are still learning Estonian and who want to practice it in a playful manner. The events take place from September until December.

  • Language level: A1+
  • Time: 14.04 from 16.00-17.30
  • Location: Lääne-Harju Library, conference room on the ground floor (Rae 38, Paldiski)
  • No of participants: 12

Organised by: Urve Luht

Registration: (08.04 at 9.00) https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/12477?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

Four Seasons: Spring Trip along the Onion Route A1+ (Peipsimaa)/Registration is closed

The spring trip will take us to the Onion Route once again, but this time, we will learn about jüripäev or the feast day of St. George.

While practising Estonian, we will get acquainted with old Estonian folk customs and learn what the people of Peipsi are doing in spring today.

The spring trip includes a visit to Turgi Farm, Alatskivi Castle, and the horse stables, and a small visit to Kolkja, where local residents will open buffets in their homes on that day.

  • Language level: A2+
  • Time: 29.04 from 08.00–19.00
  • Location: Onion Route in Peipsimaa. We are going to meet in front of the Estonian Language House in Narva (Linda 2, Narva) and depart from there.
  • Teacher: Marina Kolossovskaja
  • Number of participants: 30

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

 

Game night A2+ (Jõhvi)

An evening where we play different games, move a lot and talk a lot.

The goal of the game night games is to improve communication between people, to stimulate creativity, to increase team cohesion and have fun together.

  • Language level: A2+
  • Time: 19.04 18.15-20.00
  • Location: Jõhvi Culture and Leisure Centre (Pargi 40, Jõhvi)
  • Number of participants: up to 30

Host: Olga Hodakovskaja

Registration: https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/12844?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.

Great Estonian things - graphics in KUMU A2+ (Tallinn)

The event is intended for language learners interested in the Estonian culture who want to improve their Estonian language skills using active learning methods while simultaneously discovering the world of art.

The exhibition Conflicts and Adaptations introduces the graphic works of the second half of the 20th century in the collections of the Estonian Art Museum, as well as their content and creation methods. In the second half of the programme, we will visit the Kumu studios, where we will learn more about graphic techniques and create our own graphic work.

  • Language level required: A2+
  • Time: 13.04 at 17.00-19.30          
  • Location: Kumu (Weizenbergi 34/Valge 1, Tallinn)
  • No of participants: 22

Contact person: Pille Veisserik

Registration: (30.03 at 9.00)  https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/12841?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

Film Class A2+ (Paldiski) / CANCELED

Film Class is a short film and documentary series by Estonian film makers. Before watching the film, the participants can express their thoughts and expectations in a joint conversation.

Exercises to remind already familiar words and phrases are provided to better understand the content of the film, and there is an opportunity to discuss the topics of the film.

The Film Class provides opportunities to improve your Estonian language skills in a small and friendly environment. It is also a perfect opportunity to go new places, take on the role of a participant in situations that you have not explored before, i.e. – see the world from a different viewpoint.

  • Language level: А2-B1
  • Time: 13.04 from 17.00-20.00
  • Location: Rae 38 (fifth floor), Paldiski
  • No of participants: 16

Instructor: Tatjana Tabakina

Registration: (30.03 at 9.00)  https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/12840?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