8-9 June
Fabrika
Welcome!
Equality, sustainability, innovation, freedom and democracy are central values and focuses of the Nordic Countries.
We invite you to join us, to get to know the Nordic approach to urbanism, innovation, active citizenship, tech, literature and much more.
Find the programme here!
Saturday, 8 June
Jungle Room
12:00 - 13:30
Youth Partnerships - Catalysts for Positive Change
Join us for an inspiring panel with young leaders to explore the transformative power of youth collaborations!
14:00 - 15:30
Re-defining city scapes - Nordic approaches to sustainable urban planning
A talk on the value of Nordic urban practices in the context of Georgia.
16:00 - 17:30
Moulding Nature - Discursive struggles over the environment
What is the role of humans in nature and the role of nature in the city? Join our workshop and let’s explore!
18:00 - 20:00
70/30 - Film screening and talk w. movie director
On how the worlds most ambitious climate bill was passed and the Danish youth climate movement.
20:30 - 22:00
A House Made of Splinters - Film screening
A screening of the Oscar nominated Danish documentary that tells the story of an orphanage in war-torn Ukraine.
Fabrika Hall
12:00 - 20:00
Nordic Company Fair
Meet Nordic Companies in the South Caucasus!
12:30 - 15:30
Electionville - Democracy practices brought to life and interactive Kahoot game
Want to be an expert in democratic practices? Join our interactive floorgame!
16:00 - 17:30
Corporate Sustainability Panel
How the Nordic Companies uphold sustainability in their work?
19:30 - 20:30
Masterclass: Discover the secrets of brewing
A comprehensive course about the art and science of brewing given by long-term Master Brewer Jan Paul.
21:00 - 22:30
The Orange Girl
Jan Olav is struck as if by lightning the first time he sees the Orange Girl, and is sure he has found the love of his life.
Project Space
12:00 - 16:00
Clothes Swap
Participate in our clothes swap and give your old clothes new life and appreciation.
12:00 - 21:30
Fashion Forever
Exhibition about the sustainable future of the fashion industry.
Courtyard
12:00 - 21:30
Nordic Corner: Fika, Hygge & Kos
Get acquainted with the Nordic philosophy of life!
12:00 - 18:00
Childrens’ Corner
Activities and fun for all ages!
12:00 - 19:00
Beer Tasting
Georgian-Danish collaboration beer served by the two brewers Lasha Nadiradze and Jan Paul.
18:00 - 18:30
Jazz Concert
Danish-Georgian tunes by Danther Jazz trio.
18:30 - 19:30
Coffee with the Nordic Ambassadors!
Have you ever met a Danish, Norwegian, Finnish or Swedish ambassador? Now you have the chance!
Events in the city
14:00 - 15:00, SOLO Lounge (Bank Of Georgia)
“Everybody Counts” book presentation and meeting with author Kristin Roskifte
Meet the award-winning Norwegian author in a talk about her book, that will get you counting from 0 to 7.5 billion. The event is organised by Artanuji Publishing.
Fika, Hygge and Kos!
Experience Nordic coziness in the Courtyard
Visit our Company Fair in Fabrika Hall!
Sunday, 9 June
Jungle Room
12:00 - 13:30
Storytimes under northern lights – Panel discussion on Nordic children’s literature
What are the similarities in Nordic and Georgian literature, and how can we inspire more children to read?
14:00 - 15:30
The Re-Discovery - Film Screening
47 children develop a new society on an overgrown building site in Copenhagen.
16:00 - 17:30
Film-Mosaic: Toward a Bio-Inclusive Architecture
Rethinking architectural techniques from an anti-anthropocentric standpoint.
18:00 - 20:00
Motherland - Film screening & talk
After the loss of her son, Svetlana investigates the violent culture of the Belarusian Army.
20:30 - 22:00
Framing Mom - Film screening
In the middle of her own wedding party, the bride finds a baby on the hotel toilet. 16 years they meet again.
Fabrika Hall
12:00 - 20:00
Nordic Company Fair
Meet Nordic Companies in the South Caucasus!
12:00 - 13:30
Planting for the Future
Workshop with Georgian Youth of Sustainable Development.
14:00 - 15:30
Community kitchen: talk & tastings
Join us for a talk about community, sustainability and social responsibility in the kitchen. Expect tastings!
16:00 - 17:30
Tech - the future of innovative democracies?
How technical solutions can be used in creating innovative democratic projects and practices worldwide.
Project Space
12:00 - 20:00
Fashion Forever
Exhibition about the sustainable future of the fashion industry.
Courtyard
12:00 - 21:30
Nordic Corner: Fika, Hygge & Kos
Get acquainted with the Nordic philosophy of life!
14:00 - 18:00
Childrens’ Corner
Activities and fun for all ages!
18:00 - 19:00
Jazz Concert
Collaborative concert by Danther and Tbilisi State Conservatoire.
Rooftop
20:00 - 21:30
Ladies of Steel - Film screening
After gravely injuring her husband, Inkeri, an elderly woman, embarks on one last road trip.
Events in the city
19:00 - 20:30, Antenna Bar, Constitution Str 13
“The Other Name: Septology I-II” book presentation
Join us for a talk about the darkly ecstatic story of art and God by Nobel Prize winner in Literature, Jon Fosse.
Other events
13 June, 21:00, 1984 Jazz Club
Concert with Danish-Georgian jazz trio Danther
Jazz trio Danther invites to a special evening with saxophonist Khakhi Jagashvili.
16 June, 16:00, National Library
Book presentation: “Legends of Christ” by Selma Lagerlof
Join us for a book presentation of the famous Swedish nobel prize winning author, Selma Lagerlof. The event is made in cooperation with the Charitable Foundation of Dimitri Tsintsadze and the publishing house Sulakauri. This event will support children with oncology problems. Free entry.
25 June, 20:00, Theatre Factory 42
“Fröken Julie” Theatre Performance
Theatre Performance by Swedish Author & Playwriter August Strindberg. The performance is subtitled in English.
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