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Lielvārde to mark start of new school year on September 1

On September 1, Lielvārde's Lāčplēša Square will host a free celebration marking the start of the new school year, featuring activities for the whole family.

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The town of Lielvārde will celebrate the opening of the new school year on September 1 with a series of free public events at Lāčplēša Square.

The festivities begin at noon with a street food area offering various food options. Children can watch the animated film "Laimīgie" ("The Happy Ones") screened on a large outdoor screen twice during the day, at 1 p.m. and again at 5 p.m.

At 3 p.m., a performance titled "Hamoka komūna" will be staged for families with children. An hour later, at 4 p.m., the Lielvārde Sports Centre will offer its own set of activities for visitors.

The day will close with a concert by musician Gints Brants-Cālītis at 7 p.m.

Admission to all parts of the event is free of charge, and residents are invited to join the celebrations at Lāčplēša Square.

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