Celebration of the 108th Anniversary of the Proclamation of the Republic of Latvia

Everyone is invited to the formal celebration of the 108th anniversary of the proclamation of the Republic of Latvia on 17 November at 18:00 at Mārupes Kultūras nams. The event will honour people from our municipality for their contributions to the development of Mārupes Municipality and the public good, with municipal awards presented. The concert programme will feature “Adiemus” by British composer Karl Jenkins. Performers will include Mārupes Kultūras nams women’s vocal ensemble “Dzelde”, Mārupes Mūzikas un mākslas skolas choir “Skaņa”, soloists Santa Šillere (vocals) and Oksana Gotlube (recorder), and an instrumental ensemble of teachers and graduates of Mārupes Mūzikas un mākslas skola. The concert’s artistic director and conductor is Sandra Gaide. Admission to the concert is free. After the concert, at 22:00, everyone is invited to a celebration dance with the group “Vintāža”. Tickets for the dance (with table seating) are available at “Biļešu paradīze” outlets.

This year, Mārupes Municipality awards will be presented to:

CERTIFICATE OF HONOUR
Iveta Timule, for her longstanding contribution to the development of Jaunmārupes pamatskola, improving the quality of education and supporting students’ growth.
Silvija Bartuševiča, for a lifetime contribution to the development of sport in Mārupes Municipality, the creation of its sporting environment and the establishment of sporting traditions.
Līga Kadiģe, for a lifetime contribution to the development of Mārupes Municipality, promoting education and the wellbeing of children and young people, and creating infrastructure of importance to the community.

CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION
Kaspars Rimša, for a significant contribution to strengthening civil society in Mārupes Municipality, encouraging residents’ participation and representing their interests.
Pāvels Korols, for selfless work to promote public safety and for his generous assistance to residents of Mārupes Municipality.

CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION
Ints Pīrāgs, for his longstanding and significant contribution to the development of sport in Mārupes Municipality, the implementation of community initiatives and improvements to the Jaunmārupe environment.
Dace Štrodaha, for a significant contribution to the musical education of children and young people in Mārupes Municipality, and to preserving and developing cultural values.
Elīna Puncule, for a significant contribution to strengthening the Mārupes Municipality community, implementing community initiatives and promoting voluntary work.
Diāna Kravale, for her longstanding and significant contribution to the development of education and cultural life in Mārupes Municipality, encouraging children, young people and seniors to take part in creative activities.
Alīna Lukjanceva, for a significant contribution to the development of communities in Mārupes Municipality, encouraging residents’ participation and fostering social cohesion.
Artis Berkmanis, for a significant contribution to the development of cultural and charitable initiatives, raising the profile of Mārupes Municipality and fostering social cohesion.
Anita Ozoliņa, for a significant contribution to preserving and promoting Latvian folk dance traditions and supporting the cultural education of children and young people in Mārupes Municipality.
Ilze Graudiņa, for longstanding, professional and creative work in education, strengthening Mārupes Municipality’s reputation in Latvia.
Dace Ulpe, for a significant contribution to researching, preserving and promoting the cultural and historical heritage of Mārupes Municipality.