Atlanta Latvian Organization

04/04/2026

Viss skaistākā, viss stiprākā, viss ātrākā...

Happy Easter, everyone!

Latviešu ticējums - Lieldienu rītā jāvārtās rasā, lai visu gadu būtu laba veselība.

02/11/2026

Mūsu lepnums!
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02/02/2026

Apsveicam un lepojamies!

Latvian conductor Andris Nelsons won awards in two categories at the Grammy Awards ceremony held in Los Angeles on Sunday, February 1st, according to information on the official Grammy website.

01/27/2026

Often called the most beloved Latvian movie of all time, A Limousine the Color of Midsummer's Eve is a warm, witty classic that blends family chaos, cultural pride, and summer nostalgis. Set during the Jāņi solstice celebration, the story follows Aunt Mirta, an elderly woman whose lottery win for a coveted Soviet-era car suddenly draws out a parade of opportunistic relatives. Director Jānis Streičs pairs whimsical music, lush countryside visuals, and sharp comedic timing- anchored by Lilita Bērziņa's unforgettable performance - to create a film that resonates far beyond Latvia. With its patriotic undertones, affectionate portrayal of tradition, and humor that still lands decades later, this 1981 gem remains a cherished staple of Latvian culture.

Here is a great summary of the movie:
https://bostonhassle.com/go-to-a-limousine-the-colour-of-midsummers-eve-1981-dir-janis-streics/?fbclid=IwY2xjawPXnnFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFKQmkzTFBncVdKQ1FHZnVHc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHgO2eM8ClhKNQA5Q4_hjo1vEwD0ff_0-ONbivMfAm-egH-Yua7O8T007amKO_aem_mt8gvxaR5cynwqOwqYKX3w

The Boston Baltic Film Festival screens the Latvian classic as a fundraising event later this week. Depending on who you ask, A Limousine the Colour of Midsummer’s Eve might be the all-time Latvian classic. The National Film Centre of Latvia calls it “arguably the most beloved Latvian movie of a...

12/16/2025

Tiekamies jau nākošgad Grand Rapidos.

https://localspins.com/grand-rapids-to-host-global-latvian-song-dance-festival-over-fourth-of-july-weekend-local-spins/?fbclid=IwdGRjcAOuOJtjbGNrA644RGV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHlCtvD_XYtH268PfsUvrlpVSqxPKElFWMIwOgyBySTS_HVKyzLDC2Hzr7yWW_aem_iykfMheKw7BoqSg-appd0w

Thousands will flock to West Michigan next summer for the Latvian Song & Dance Festival. Tickets go on sale today. Details at Local Spins.

11/27/2025

Iegriezieties Fernbankas muzejā Atlantā, lai apskatītu sezonālo izstādi ar krāšņi izrotātām eglītēm no dažādām valstīm, ieskaitot arī mūsu pašu Latvijas 🇱🇻 eglīti 🎄. Šos svētku eksponātus varēs budīt līdz 2026. gada 11. janvārim.

11/24/2025

Paldies visiem kas atnācāt uz Latvijas svētkiem! Paldies arī muzikantiem no Latvijas!

Thank you everyone who came to the Latvian celebration! Thank you also to the musicians from Latvia!