Upcoming events
“Edge of Tomorrow” – American Film Nights at AHK
Join us for a screening taking place at America House Kyiv and participate in a discussion about courage, resilience, and the human capacity to adapt in the face of seemingly impossible challenges in “Edge of Tomorrow” (2014), directed by Doug Liman.
Презентація стипендій програми Фулбрайта
Відкрий для себе Америку та можливості Фулбрайта! Американський дім у Києві спільно з Інститутом міжнародної освіти та Програмою імені Фулбрайта в Україні запрошує відвідати презентацію конкурсів на здобуття фулбрайтівських стипендій.
Wednesday English With Charlie. Oscars Recap: The State of Awards Shows in 2026
The annual Academy Awards, aka the Oscars, took place this Sunday in Hollywood. Year after year, critics claim that the Oscars are less culturally relevant than ever. Why is that the case, and is it even true? Do award shows matter in 2026, when we have access to almost every film ever made and can watch whatever, whenever we want? Join us this week to discuss all things Oscars and awards shows!
Sports Fridays. Film Screening: White Men Can't Jump
Join us this week as we continue our Sports Friday programming with a special film screening. White Men Can't Jump (1992) is the story of wo basketball hustlers (played by Wesley Snipes and Woody Harrelson) who join forces to double their chances of winning money on the street courts as well as in a tournament. Join us after the film for a discussion with ELR Charlie.
Yoga With An American
Join us at America House Kyiv for Yoga with an American — a gentle, all-levels yoga session that combines mindful movement, breath, and community connection. This class is designed to help you feel more grounded, relaxed, and energized, whether you’re brand new to yoga or returning to your mat.
Documentary Film Screening: Route One/USA Part 1
Join us this week for Documentary Saturdays at America House Kyiv! This week we’ll begin a journey into the heart and soul of 1980s America with Route One/USA, Part 1. After 10 years living abroad, filmmaker Robert Kramer returns to America and decides to travel the length of US Route 1, from the Canadian border to Key West, FL. Note: the film is 4 hours long, we will be screening the first half this Saturday and the second half next Saturday.
Documentary Film Screening: "The American Revolution” Ep. 6
Join us this Saturday for a special documentary screening of the final episode of Ken Burns' landmark 2025 docuseries on the American Revolution. Episode 6, titled "The Most Sacred Thing," covers the final days of the war, including Benedict Arnold's betrayal of Washington and the victory at Yorktown. Stay after the screening for a discussion!
Yoga With An American
Join us at America House Kyiv for Yoga with an American — a gentle, all-levels yoga session that combines mindful movement, breath, and community connection. This class is designed to help you feel more grounded, relaxed, and energized, whether you’re brand new to yoga or returning to your mat.
Sports Fridays. In Focus: Sneaker Culture and the Business of Sports
Join us this week as we continue our journey into the world of American sports. This week we're taking a turn away from action on the field to look at the action off the field. Sports are a big business, ranging from merchandise sales to fashion and a million things in between. Along with Denys Polubinskiy from the Ministry of Youth and Sport, we'll be taking an in-depth look at the past, present, and future of sports business.
American Identity With Charlie: Founders Focus: George Washington
George Washington is considered the father of the United States of America. He represents for many, the ideal of what it means to be an American. But who was George Washington, really? How did he rise to become the head of the Continental Army and become the first president of the new United States of America? How did he set precedents for the Presidency that we still adhere to to this day. Join us this week to discuss all things George Washington!
Wednesday English With Charlie: Book to Movie Adaptations
Book to movie adaptations have always been controversial, and few moreso than this year's adaptation of the classic novel Wuthering Heights. Critics and fans alike panned the film for its lack of authenticity to the original work, amongst other reasons. But this leads to the question: what makes for a good film adaptation of a book? Is there any way to satisfy both filmgoers and diehard fans of the original work? Does it even matter? Join us this week to discuss all this and more!
“RoboСop” – American Film Nights at AHK
Join us for a screening taking place at America House Kyiv and participate in a discussion about corporate control, morality in law enforcement, social inequality and the tension between human values and technological advancement in “RoboCop“ (1987) from director Paul Verhoeven.
Challenger Bootcamp: USA Market Meetup
Безкоштовна подія для стартапів, які хочуть вийти на ринок США. Мітап відбудеться у межах програми Challenger Bootcamp: USA Market Access і об’єднає 80+ учасників. У програмі — практичні інсайти від компаній, що вже працюють на ринку США, відкрите обговорення реальних кейсів та нетворкінг.
International Short-Term Programs / Короткострокові міжнародні програми
Want to gain study experience abroad? Join a webinar with Dr. Jennifer Fernandez-Villa who has served as the director of the Office of International Students & Scholars for nearly two decades. During the session, you will learn more about short-term international programs — one of the most accessible ways to gain international experience, study abroad, and expand your academic and career opportunities.
Wednesday English With Charlie: 1984 in 2026
George Orwell's legendary book 1984 is referenced by everybody nowadays no matter which side of the political spectrum you fall on. Why has this book stood the test of time, and why is it still so culturally relevant today? What lessons can we draw from this dystopian novel? Join us this week to discuss all things 1984 and more!
“Do the Right Thing” – American Film Nights at AHK
Join us for a screening taking place at America House Kyiv and participate in a discussion about racial tension, systemic inequality, community dynamics and the struggle for dignity and justice, as well as personal responsibility, prejudice, and the realities of urban life in “Do the Right Thing” (1989) from director Spike Lee.
Documentary Film Screening: "The American Revolution” Ep. 5
Next week we’ll be watching the penultimate episode of Ken Burns’ landmark 2025 series The American Revolution. Covering the period between 1777-1780, this episode goes in-depth on Britain’s southern strategy, as well as the game-changing entry of the French into the war. Stay after the episode for a discussion with ELR Charlie.
Yoga With An American
Join us at America House Kyiv for Yoga with an American — a gentle, all-levels yoga session that combines mindful movement, breath, and community connection. This class is designed to help you feel more grounded, relaxed, and energized, whether you’re brand new to yoga or returning to your mat.
Sports Fridays. Film Screening: Love and Basketball
As we continue our weekly journey into American sports culture, we’re proud to announce the next edition of Sports Friday. This week, we’ll be screening the 2000 classic “Love and Basketball” from esteemed director Gina Prince-Bythewood. It follows childhood sweethearts Quincy and Monica as they attempt to juggle their love for each other with their love for the game of basketball, both pursuing college careers after high school. Stay after the film for a discussion with ELR Charlie.
Воркшоп зі створення наліпок та принтів
Приєднуйся до нашого воркшопу зі створення наліпок та принтів 27 лютого о 18:00. Ти зможеш створити персональний векторний дизайн, вирізати його за допомогою вінілового різака та перенести на тверду поверхню чи тканину.
Українські студенти в США: Мрії збуваються / UA in the USA: Dreams do come true
Ваша мрія про навчання в США справді може стати реальністю. Лише запитайте українську студентку Катерину Іваніщенко, яка зараз навчається в University of Rochester. Не пропустіть свій шанс заглянути за куліси процесу подання заявки, написання есе, пошуку фінансування та дізнайтесь як це – навчатися в американському університеті.
Wednesday English With Charlie: Animal Rights and Lefts
Next Wednesday, we’ll be discussing the complex issue of animal rights, where they started, where they are, and where they’re going. We’ll look at the difference between animal welfare and animal rights, the ethics of industrial farming, and the use of animals in scientific testing. Join us to discuss all things animal rights and more!
“Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai” – American Film Nights at AHK
Join us for a screening taking place at America House Kyiv and participate in a discussion about the code of honor in the modern world, loyalty and isolation, cultural identity, and the clash between ancient traditions and contemporary urban life in “Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai” (1999) form director Jim Jarmusch.
Documentary Film Screening: "The American Revolution” Ep. 4
Join us for a special documentary screening of the fourth episdoe of Ken Burns' landmark 2025 documentary series "The American Revolution." This episode explores the split in the Haudenosaunee Confederacy between British and American allegiance, the role of women in the revolution, and French involvment in the war. Stay after the screening for a discussion with ELR Charlie!
Yoga With An American
Join us at America House Kyiv for Yoga with an American — a gentle, all-levels yoga session that combines mindful movement, breath, and community connection. This class is designed to help you feel more grounded, relaxed, and energized, whether you’re brand new to yoga or returning to your mat.
Sports Fridays. Basketball: The People's Game
Created in 1891 in Springfield, Massachusetts, basketball has grown from a largely American game to an international phenomenon. In this session of Sports Friday, we'll be exploring the game of basketball as both an international cultural phenomenon and as an evolving game. We'll look at the rules as they were and the game as it's played now, as well as the history of the game and the current issues at the highest and lowest levels.
Board Games Night
Ready for an evening of fun, friendly competition, and English practice? Join us at America House Kyiv on February 19th at 18:30 for an interactive Board Games Night, where language learning meets laughter, strategy, and connection!
5 Steps Overview / 5 кроків до успішного навчання в США
Want to learn more about student life and educational opportunities in the United States? More than 1 million international students have chosen U.S. universities for their studies. EducationUSA Ukraine adviser, Dmytro Sokoliuk, will cover 5 general steps to studying in the U.S., scholarship opportunities, exchange programs, the admissions process, and ways to finance your education. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions and receive professional guidance.
Wednesday English With Charlie: Dating AI
One of our core human desires is to love and be loved. In fact, much of our evolution has been designed around this core drive. In the digital age, however, more and more young people complain of dating difficulty. Frustrated with apps and run clubs, people are turning to artificial intelligence. A recent survey found that 28% of Americans have had an intimate AI relationship. What does this mean for the future of dating? What are the ramifications for our species? Join us to discuss all things AI dating.
“Meanace II Society” – American Film Nights at AHK
Join us for a screening taking place at America House Kyiv and participate in a discussion about systemic inequality, cycles of violence, and the struggle for identity and survival, as well as personal responsibility, environment, and the realities of urban life in “Menace II Society” (1993) from directors Allen and Albert Hughes.
Documentary Film Screening: "The American Revolution” Ep. 3
Join us for a special documentary screening of the third episode of Ken Burns' landmark 2025 historical documentary on the American Revolution. This episode, titled "The Times That Try Mens' Souls," continues to explore the battles and events of the early days of the Revolutionary, focusing on the battlefield difficulties and social struggles that Washington and the fledgling American army faced. Stay after the screening for a discussion about the episode!
Sports Fridays. Super Bowl Special
It's finally here, the day we've all been waiting for: it's the Super Bowl. For this week's event, we'll be hosting a Super Bowl watch party, sort of. We'll show you all the highlights with commentary from ELR Charlie and Denys Polubinskiy, along with the halftime show and the best commercials. And if that's not enough for you, we'll have some classic Super Bowl food and drinks for you to snack on. See you at the game!
Воркшоп зі створення наліпок та принтів
Приєднуйся до нашого воркшопу зі створення наліпок та принтів 13 лютого о 18:00. Ти зможеш створити персональний векторний дизайн, вирізати його за допомогою вінілового різака та перенести на тверду поверхню чи тканину.
American Identity With Charlie: Foreign Actors in the War
For our fifth session, we are going to look at the impact that the American Revolution had abroad, and the actors from abroad that had a massive impact at home.
Wednesday English With Charlie: How to Read Old Books
In this week's speaking club, we'll be talking about reading. Specifically, we'll be talking about reading old books. How do we go about breaking down a thousand page epic like Hugo's Les Miserables? Where is the value in reading Moby Dick when you can just as easily watch a 15 minute Youtube summary? Join us to discuss all this and more!
“Moonlight” – American Film Nights at AHK
Join us for a feature film screening taking place at America House Kyiv and participate in a discussion about the complexities of identity and the importance of empathy and understanding in overcoming life’s challenges with the film “Moonlight” (2016) from director Barry Jenkins.

