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Basque Government Publishes Diaspora Day Media
As previously reported, the official celebration commemorating the Day of the Basque Diaspora took place in Donibane Lohizune (St. Jean de Luz). The event presided by Lehendakari Pradales gathered Basques from all over the globe, and videos of the event are available in Irekia, including the Lehendakari’s address. You can also watch on YouTube.
Basque Government Offers New Grant to Inspire Innovation
As part of the Basque Government’s commitment to the Basque Diaspora, they have also announced a new grant opportunity today to support Innovation Projects. The aim of these grants is to encourage the creation of new, non-traditional activities in our Basque clubs, organizations, and federations. The total budget is 70,000 Euros, and the maximum award is 7,000 Euros per application. The application process is like Basque club grants, and a BAK is required, and all activities must take place before December 31, 2026. Complete information on these grants is available here, or feel free to reach out to Kate Camino for help. Deadline to apply is October 23, 2026.
Basque Cultural Day Event at Presidio Theater
Please join the Basque Educational Organization this Saturday for its annual Basque Cultural Day event at the Presidio Theater at 6pm. Pianist, Josu Okiñena, Txistulari Garikoitz Mendizabal, and vocalist Noelia Ibañez present, “The History of Basque Music: A Living Portrait of an Ancient Land” at 6pm. For more information, or to purchase tickets, click here.
Museum Seeks Artists for Elllis Island Project
The Basque Museum & Cultural Center is excited to be collaborating with the Basque Government’s Secretariat General for Foreign Action and Global Euskadi and the Jon Bilbao Basque Library at the University of Nevada, Reno to create, “Euskaldunik Hemen Bada?” an exhibit discussing the longstanding Basque presence in North America and the cultural forces that have helped sustain and grow the vibrant Basque communities across the United States today! The exhibit will be on display at the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration from May 29 – September 12, 2027. Now, they want YOU to join their team! They are looking for an artist, Basque or non-Basque alike, to help create and define the project’s visual identity. Check out this link for more information on the exhibition, project timeline, expected deliverables, and submission instructions. For any further information, please contact Amaya Herrera. First submission deadline if October 23rd.
A Message from Boiseko Ikastola
We were delighted to get a note from our friends at the Boiseko Ikastola this week.:
Ixone, Julene, and I are so happy to be back in Boise, and we have started the school year with lots of new ideas and energy. Our txikis are currently working on a classroom project following the adventures of Fermin, Pintto and Patxi, which connects Euskal Herria, Boise, Euskara, Basque culture, and our community. The project is integrated into our ikasguneak, or learning stations, so the children can continue exploring it through art, language, sensory experiences, construction, play, and other hands-on activities. We are also very lucky to have members of the Boise Basque community participating in our learning. Chris Bieter and Nere Lete are bringing Basque music and puppet shows into the Ikastola, and we would love to continue opening our classroom to people who have something they would like to share with our txikis. Music, stories, traditions, crafts, professions, and experiences from our community can all become meaningful learning opportunities for them. At the same time, we have started working on a longer-term renovation project for the Ikastola. We hope to transform our indoor and outdoor spaces into even more welcoming, creative, and child centered learning environments. For anyone who would like to support Boiseko Ikastola, we have an Amazon Wishlist with materials for our classrooms and learning spaces: https://a.co/0gjnOxSK We also have an Ikastola store with Boiseko Ikastola merchandise: https://ikastola.printful.me/ Most of all, we want to say eskerrik asko to the Basque community for continuing to support our little Ikastola and helping us create a place where the next generation can grow up surrounded by Euskara and Basque culture. And if you are ever in Boise, our doors are open. We would love to welcome you to the Ikastola! Eskerrik asko, Ane |
Chino Basque Club Monthly Luncheon
The Chino Basque Club will host its monthly luncheon this Sunday, September 27th beginning at noon. The menu is “Chef’s Surprise,” so to RSVP, please click here. Picnic drink tickets will also be honored at this event so don’t miss out. For more information, about this and other club activities, click here.
9/24/2026
