Upcoming events
“Freedom 250: From Declaration to Innovation” Exhibition
Freedom 250: From Declaration to Innovation is an immersive exhibition exploring the legacy of the United States’ Founding Fathers and the continuing force of their ideas in today’s world. Created in anticipation of the 250th anniversary of the United States Independence, it brings the origins of American governance into direct conversation with contemporary life and invention.
“Dog Day Afternoon” – American Film Nights at AHK
Join us at America House Kyiv for a feature film screening followed by a discussion as we explore desperation, morality, media spectacle, and the unexpected consequences of a seemingly simple bank robbery with “Dog Day Afternoon” (1975), directed by Sidney Lumet.
Wednesday English With Charlie: Who Owns the Odyssey?
Christopher Nolan's film adaptation of Homer's Odyssey released a few weeks ago to mostly acclaim, but still some criticism. Some, including experts in the classics such as Emily Wilson, have heavily critiqued Nolan's departures from the original work. How much does historical accuracy matter in adaptation? Who actually owns classic works of literature, and why does it matter? Join us to discuss all this and more!
Poetry in the Garden With Charlie. Poetry of Longing/Remembrance
For our 9th session of Poetry in the Garden this summer, we'll begin an exploration of emotional themes in poetry. This week we'll be reading Try to Praise the Mutilated World by Adam Zagajewski, which gained fame after being published in The New Yorker magazine shortly after the September 11th attacks. See you in the garden!
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. “Searching for Sugar Man”
Join us this week as we continue our documentary Saturday screenings. This week we'll watch 2012's landmark documentary “Searching for Sugar Man”, which follows the quest of two South African megafans to track down the then little-known American rocker Rodriguez. Stay afterwards for a discussion with ELR Charlie.
Between the Lines. Book Club With Charlie
We at America House Kyiv love to read, and we know many of you love to read too. We’re happy to announce the launch of our new Between the Lines Book Club. Between the Lines Book Club will be an exploration of American literature past and present. We’ll visit some old favorites like Hemingway, and meet some contemporary stars such as Donna Tartt.
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.
Poetry in the Garden With Charlie. Poetry in Translation
For our 8th session of Poetry in the Garden, we'll be looking at poetry in translation. For this special session, we'll be reading a poem by Serhiy Zhadan, Perhaps It's Time To Start Now (Може саме тепер і варто почати). In the comfort of our garden space, we'll explore Zhadan's poetry in the original Ukrainian as well as its English translation, and discuss what's lost (and what's not) in translation. See you in the garden!
Wednesday English With Charlie: Freedom of the Press
Continuing our series on freedoms, this week we'll discuss freedom of the press. Why is a free press important? How has journalism shifted and changed in the Internet age? Join us this week to discuss all this and more!
“Almost Famous” – American Film Nights at AHK
Join us at America House Kyiv for a feature film screening followed by a discussion as we dive into the world of rock music, journalism, and coming-of-age adventures with Almost Famous (2000), directed by Cameron Crowe.
Freedom 250 Open Mic Night: “The Book on Freedom, Independence and the U.S. That Impressed Me Most”
Join us at America House Kyiv for a special Open Mic Night celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. You will hear personal reflections, heartening stories, and meaningful conversations inspired by books that explore American history, values, and society.
“Freedom 250: From Declaration to Innovation” Exhibition
Freedom 250: From Declaration to Innovation is an immersive exhibition exploring the legacy of the United States’ Founding Fathers and the continuing force of their ideas in today’s world. Created in anticipation of the 250th anniversary of the United States Independence, it brings the origins of American governance into direct conversation with contemporary life and invention.
Documentary Film Screening. “Grizzly Man”
Join us this week as we continue our documentary Saturday screenings. This week, we'll watch Werner Herzog's 2003 cult classic Grizzly Man, the story of two activists killed while living among grizzly bears in Alaska. 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.
Poetry in the Garden With Charlie. Music as Poetry: Taylor Swift
For our 7th session of Poetry in the Garden, we'll conclude our two-week exploration of music as poetry by looking at a song by one of the world's biggest artists, Pennsylvania's own Taylor Swift! We'll be reading and listening to The Lakes from her 2020 album Folklore.
Wednesday English With Charlie: Freedom of Religion
Religion is how many people understand the world, and freedom of religion is guaranteed by many countries across the globe (including the United States). How has freedom of religion evolved, and where is the line between protecting religious freedom and allowing for extremism? Join us this week to discuss all this and more!
“Wet Hot American Summer” – American Film Nights at AHK
Join us for a feature film screening taking place at America House Kyiv and participate in a discussion about a group of counselors trying to complete their unfinished business before the day ends in the hot summer of 1981, with the film Wet Hot American Summer (2001) from director David Wain.
“Freedom 250: From Declaration to Innovation” Exhibition
Freedom 250: From Declaration to Innovation is an immersive exhibition exploring the legacy of the United States’ Founding Fathers and the continuing force of their ideas in today’s world. Created in anticipation of the 250th anniversary of the United States Independence, it brings the origins of American governance into direct conversation with contemporary life and invention.
Documentary Film Screening. “Lincoln”
Join us this Saturday for a special screening of Steven Spielberg's 2012 historical epic, Lincoln. 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.
“Freedom 250: From Declaration to Innovation” Exhibition
Freedom 250: From Declaration to Innovation is an immersive exhibition exploring the legacy of the United States’ Founding Fathers and the continuing force of their ideas in today’s world. Created in anticipation of the 250th anniversary of the United States Independence, it brings the origins of American governance into direct conversation with contemporary life and invention.
Documentary Film Screening. “Blackfish”
Join us this Saturday as we continue our documentary Saturday screenings. This week we will watch 2013's viral sensation “Blackfish”. This documentary follws the controversial capitvity of killer whales, and its danger for both humans and whales. 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.
Poetry in the Garden With Charlie. Music as Poetry: Bob Dylan
For our 6th session of Poetry in the Garden, we'll begin our two week exploration of music as poetry. This week we'll be reading (and listening to) America's freewheeling folk favorite Bob Dylan and his 1963 classic "Don't Think Twice It's Alright."
Incubation & Acceleration For Ukrainian Startups: Info Session
Join our online information session on July 9 at 6:00 PM to learn about the second cohort of the eō Business Incubators Acceleration Program, launched in partnership with the Commercial Law Development Program at the U.S. Department of Commerce.
Wednesday English With Charlie: Freedom of Speech
Freedom of speech is one of the many rights enshrined in the US Constitution. But what does it actually mean? Join us this week to discuss!
“Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back” – 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 struggle between hope and fear as portrayed in Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back (1980), directed by Irvin Kershner.
Poetry in the Garden With Charlie: Poetry of Winter
For our 5th session of Poetry in the Garden, we will wrap up our exploration of seasonal poetry. This week we'll be looking at winter, and reading legendary American poet Robert Frost's Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening. See you at the garden!
Wednesday English With Charlie: American Symbols
The 4th of July is knocking at our door, so this week we've decided to look at American symbols. What represents America, and how has this representation changed across the years? What's the deal with the Statue of Liberty, and why did Benjamin Franklin want the turkey as our national bird? Join us this week to discuss all this and more!
“American Graffiti” – American Film Nights at AHK
Join us for a screening taking place at America House Kyiv and participate in a discussion about youth, friendship, coming of age, and the pursuit of dreams as portrayed in “American Graffiti” (1973), directed by George Lucas.
Poetry in the Garden With Charlie: Poetry of Fall
For our 4th session of Poetry in the Garden, we will continue with our exploration of seasonal poetry. This week we'll be looking at fall, and reading renowned American poet Carolyn Kizer's 1952 "Complex Autmunal." See you in the garden!
Wednesday English With Charlie: The Death of the Written Word
AI is coming for us all, and that includes writers. This year, Nobel Laureate Olga Tokarczuk defended the use of AI in her writing process, and multiple entries for another prestigious writing competition were flagged for having used AI in part or in whole. What does the advent of AI mean for writing? Was writing a dying artform anyways with the advent of Youtube and TikTok? Join us this week to discuss all this and more!
“Sunshine” – American Film Nights at AHK
Join us for a screening taking place at America House Kyiv and participate in a discussion about identity, friendship, ambition, and the human experience as portrayed in “Sunshine” (2007), directed by Danny Boyle.
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.
Problem Interviews: як зрозуміти, чи потрібен людям ваш продукт
Більшість продуктів провалюються не через погану реалізацію, а тому, що команда починає будувати рішення раніше, ніж розуміє реальну проблему користувачів. На цьому практичному воркшопі ми розберемо метод Problem Interviews — спеціальний формат інтерв’ю, який допомагає перевірити, чи дійсно проблема існує, наскільки вона важлива для людей та як вони вирішують її сьогодні.

