BAFL Banquet 2026: Enduring U.S. – BALTIC AMERICAN TIES: THE MISSION AHEAD

Dear Fellow Lithuanians and Friends of the Lithuanian Community,

“The Baltic States Prepare for War.”  October 1, The Atlantic. 

“Putin Issues Chilling Nuclear Warning Over Tiny Russian Territory Kaliningrad Wedged Between NATO States.”  October 2, International Business Times.

Since it’s founding in 1981, the Baltic American Freedom League has been fighting for the freedom and survival of our Baltic nations.  Join us for our next gathering of leaders who are fighting to keep the Baltics free.

On behalf of the Baltic American Freedom League (BAFL), we cordially invite you to join us for our upcoming annual distinguished speaker’s series and awards dinner on Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 5:30 pm at the Parapija.  

This special event will bring together members of our Estonian, Latvian, and Lithuanian – American communities, celebrated guests, and friends committed to defending freedom, strengthening transatlantic ties, and supporting the security of the Baltic nations and Ukraine.

We are honored to welcome an exceptional group of distinguished speakers who will share their perspectives and experiences on our dinner theme of Enduring U.S.-Baltic American Ties:  The Mission Ahead.

• Kristupas Vaitiekūnas, Vice-Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania, joining us virtually as our keynote speaker.
• Karl-Gerard Lille, Congressional Liaison Officer of the Estonian Embassy in Washington, D.C.
• Dr. Darius Furmonavičius, presenting insights from his book, Lithuania Transforms the West, exploring Lithuania’s transformation and its impact on the Western world.
• Sergeant Giovanni Roman, Marine veteran, sharing his firsthand experiences and service in Ukraine.

This evening is more than a celebration. It is an opportunity to reconnect with our community, hear from individuals making a difference, and reaffirm our shared commitment to defending civilization and defeating barbarism.

Your presence and support help BAFL continue its mission of eduction advocacy, and strengthening the bonds between the United States and the Baltic nations.

Please secure your place at our dinner through your dinner ticket or sponsorship.  BAFL Banquet 2026: Enduring U.S. – BALTIC AMERICAN TIES: THE MISSION AHEAD – BAFL

Make a difference.  Save the Baltics.  Join us!  

With appreciation,

Conrad Mazeika
President
Baltic American Freedom League