Aitvaras
The Lithuanian Folk Dance groups "Aitvaras "(ages 17
and older) and “Aitvariukai” (ages 3 to 16) were founded
by Luana and Vilius Zalpys in 1996. They continue to lead
the groups to this day.
The main goal of “Aitvaras" is to maintain the unique
Lithuanian folk dance heritage and pass it on to the future
generations. Besides, the folk dance group propagates
the Lithuanian culture in the United States by participating
in various festivals and events, such as Woodburn Tulip
Festival, St. Anthony's Village of Assisted Living for the
elderly, Astoria Scandinavian festival, Baltic Festival,
Portland Rose Festival, Lithuanian Independence Day
Celebration.
Portlando Lietuvių Bendruomenė
Portland Lithuanians