Participants at the special Independence Day included (left to right) Anu Taavet Lukezich, Silvia Kotkas Kolaczek, Salme Prozes, Kristi Allik, Tiiu Pügi, and Ann Seeman Rombough.
Photos: Eva Eichenbaum Barnes
Photos: Eva Eichenbaum Barnes
Many other participants also brought treasured artifacts from their ancestral homeland and shared personal stories about their significance. During the past two years, the Estonian community in Kingston has experienced a pleasant revival as new people have moved into the city and an interest has been rekindled in honouring ancestral customs as well as developing new friendships.