On June 16, community leaders and members gathered at the Nature House on Horse Island to celebrate the closing of the first year of the Liepāja 2027 Community Programme “Neighbourliness”.
In a warm and informal setting, each of the 11 participating communities – from towns across the (un)rest Land – shared their ideas, experiences and accomplishments. From Pāvilosta to Ziemupe, Aizpute to Kuldīga, Liepāja and Otaņķi – the programme sparked meaningful action and lasting connections. With screen presentations, storytelling, DIY tote bag printing and informal conversations, the atmosphere was filled with creativity and commitment.
What became clear: this pilot year exceeded expectations. Participants are already looking forward to continuing the programme in 2026 and 2027 with even more energy and ambition!
Big thanks to everyone involved – this is just the beginning!
On Saturday, 19 August at 16:00, the banks of the Ālande River in Grobiņa will come alive with the opening of the new environmental art trail “Face to Face with the Natural”, created by the Liepāja 2027 Foundation as part of the European Capital of Culture programme.
For tow summer days, the beating heart of Kuldīga – Latvia’s jewel in the UNESCO crown – will cheer to the rhythm of street concerts, artist happenings, secret garden gigs and chatter at the market with some pleasant surprises awaiting in the small streets of the old town.
On the weekend of 5 July, a new series of masterclasses and discussions “From Know-How to Do-How” was opened with an event at Liepāja Peter’s Market, focusing on historical heritage and offering practical creative workshops for all family. The programme promotes the preservation of cultural heritage and encourages sustainable practices as a new standard of living.
