It would be an understatement to say that these are uncertain times in Ukraine. We're living through bombings, power outages, and a fast approaching winter. How do we deal with uncertainty in the world? And how do we cope with uncertainy in our personal lives, whether they're romantic or work related? Join us on December 3rd at 19:00 as we discuss living with and tackling uncertainty!

Are you ready to tackle the phenomenon that dominates American Sundays? American Football is more than just a sport — it's a cultural cornerstone. To kick off our brand-new weekly series on American sports, we're bringing the global perspective to the game. Join us for an exclusive introduction to the world of American football with Denys Polubinskiy, former Vice President of the Ukrainian League of American Football.

Last year, America House Kyiv presented American Identity, an interactive journey through American history that attempted to answer the question "what is America?" This year, we're bringing it back, attemping to answer that same question through a new lens. For this series, we'll be focusing on the country's origins and looking at the evolution of American identity from colonial times all the way through the end of the American Revolution and the ratification of the US Constitution.

Let’s give thanks together! We have so much to appreciate, and we are especially thankful for our dear community. Please join us for a special edition of Wednesday English on November 26th, as we celebrate one of the most cherished American holidays — Thanksgiving!  

Unfortunately, our Board Game Night at America House Kyiv tonight, October 2, at 18:30, is canceled due to the U.S. Government shutdown. Stay tuned for updates on our website and social media. See you soon!

Join us on September 24th at 19:00 for a thought-provoking discussion on one of humanity's most fascinating and controversial scientific advancements: cloning! From Dolly the sheep to sci-fi scenarios, we'll explore the realities, the possibilities, and the profound ethical questions that arise when we talk about making copies. Is it a medical miracle or a moral minefield? What does it mean for identity, individuality, and the very definition of life?

Henry Wadsworth Longfellow was one of the most widely known and best-loved American poets of the 19th centruy. Chiefly, he's known for his use of American legend, mythology, and history. On September 18th, we'll be discussing one of his lesser-known works, "The Fire of Drift-Wood." Set in Longfellow's native New England, it explores human relationships, the passage of time, and the enduring power of memory.

"Hard-working" is one of the first words that come to mind when people think of Ukrainians. In this speaking club, we'll be breaking down Ukrainian work culture- the positive, the negatives, how things were in the past and where they're going in the future. Join us on September 17th at 19:00 to discuss all of this and everything in between.

Born and raised in Stamps, Arkansas, Maya Angelou is recognized around the world as one of the titans of American literature and poetry. On September 11th, we'll be reading her work "On the Pulse of Morning." First published in 1993, the poem covers themes of change and responsibility.

September 11th, 2001, is a date that changed the history of the United States and the world, forever. How do tragedies shape our identity? How does representation in art reveal our perceptions of a historical event? Join us this week to discuss all this, and more.

Join us at America House Kyiv for an interactive Board Games Night, where language learning meets laughter, strategy, and connection! 

We see the impact of addiction everywhere we look, and to all sorts of things: phones, illegal substances, even food. However, no matter how innocent it seems, addiction is still deeply damaging when left untreated. What's the science of addiction? How can we support our loved ones who are dealing with an addiction of some sort? What are the societal impacts of addiction? Join us on August 13th at 19:00 to discuss all things addiction!

T.S. Eliot was a highly influential American-bornpoet, playwright literary critic, and editor. He is renowned for his pivotal role in Modernist poetry and his innovative use of language and verse structure. Next week, we will be reading an excerpt from Eliot's seminal, "The Waste Land."

Following the screening of Jaws, we invite you to join a discussion about sharks. Feared across the world as maneaters, due in no small part to the legacy of films like Jaws, sharks are killed en masse each year by humans, dwarfing the number of attacks by sharks on humans. Join us on August 6th at 19:00 to discuss the misunderstood shark, and how films and media shape our perception of the world around us.

Emily Dickinson is considered one of the giants of American poetry. Working in the 19th century, her poetry is characterized by unconventional capitalization, dashes, slant rhyme, and exploration of profound themes like, death, nature, and the self. This session, we'll be doing a comparative reading of two of Dickinson's most well known poems — "Crumbling is not an instant's Act" and "After great pain, a formal feeling comes."

The sci-fi genre is filled with stories about life on Mars. What would it look like? How would we survive on a planet that doesn't have the means to support human life? It's also something that has come up in the news in recent years. There is also the grand question of whether we should be moving to Mars or looking to improve things down here on Earth. Join us on July 30th at 19:00 to discuss all this and more!

This week at America House Kyiv, we'll be continuing our study of America's great poets with a session on Langston Hughes' "Blues in Stereo." Hughes was born in Missouri and travelled extensively across the US and abroad before settling in New York City and becoming part of a vaunted cultural and social movement. His poetry explores the working class experiences of men and women in various parts of the United States.

How do conspiracy theories emerge? Are they more popular now than they have been before? It's hard to tell what's true and what's false in today's media landscape, and conspiracy theories have the potential to gain even more traction than they used to and have more wide-reaching impacts. Join us on July 23rd at 19:00 to discuss all things conspiracy theories!

America House Kyiv and ELR Charlie are so excited to welcome you back for our 2nd season of Poetry in the Garden. This season, our focus will be on the great American poets, and where better to start than with Robert Frost. He is one of America's most beloved poets, famous for capturing the essence of rural life and human experience in his evocative verses. Join us on July 17th at 18:30 to discuss one of his underappreciated works, "October." See you in the garden.

Combat sports are immensely popular worldwide, and as of 2023 in the United State over 6 million people participated in some form of martial arts. They've been around for centuries, however, critics argue that they are too dangerous to continue. Should combat sports like boxing and MMA be banned? Join us on July 16th at 19:00 to debate.

AI is now inescapabable, and we must reckon with its impacts on our world both now and in the future. How has AI changed the way we operate? How will it change the way we operate in the future? Join us on July 9th at 19:00 to discuss all things AI!

Join us on July 2nd at 19:00 and practice your English-speaking skills, learn about the American lifestyle and share your own perspectives during our Wednesday English speaking clubs with Americans and the America House Kyiv team. 

America House Kyiv proudly presents an evening about the Appalachian region and culture of the USA. The event will be the kick-off event for a weekend of Appalachian music and dance events hosted by Benya Stewart and made in partnership with dance school Zachepyha, America House Kyiv, and the Ivan Honchar Museum.

Folk music is as American as apple pie, some say. But what are the roots of American folk music? And what is is it's relevance in the 21st century? Join us on June 11th at 19:00 to discuss all things folk music!

Podcasts have rapidly become one of the most influential media in the past 5 years. There’s a podcast for everything, and everyone seems to want to have their own podcasts. How and why have podcasts become so influential? What does the rise of podcasting mean for the future of other sources of news and entertainment? Is there a podcast bubble, and will it burst? Join us June 4th at 19:00 to discuss everything podcasts!

Curious about American higher education right here in Ukraine? 🇺🇸🇺🇦 Join us for a special evening in collaboration with American University Kyiv (AUK) to learn more about AUK's programs. As part of the event, Jake McGrew, Head of the Student Life Office at AUK, will lead a workshop on the role of AI in higher education.

Приєднуйся до нашого воркшопу зі створення наліпок та принтів 27 травня о 18:00. Ти зможеш створити персональний векторний дизайн, вирізати його за допомогою вінілового різака та перенести на тверду поверхню чи тканину.

Spring has sprung, and the war continues in its 4th year. What has changed about everyday life in Ukraine in 2025? How have people’s daily routines changed, and what do you want to change about the way your life runs? Join us on May 21st at 19:00 to discuss daily life in Ukraine in 2025, and more!

After a short break, America House is back and better than ever! Join us on May 14th at 19:00 to discuss what ELR Charlie has been up to in the time we’ve been away, as well as what you all have been doing.

Запрошуємо тебе доєднатися до запису подкасту разом з командою МВЗП+! Ти зможеш безпосередньо прослідкувати за процесом зйомки нового випуску «Світового БЕЗпорядку» зі спеціально запрошеним гостем Максимом Станіславовичем Каменецьким. Цього випуску говоритимемо про найвідоміші операції спецслужб у міжнародних відносинах.