Today is the first day of the last summer month. It isn't too late to check out some good book and dive into reading. This time we prepared American Adventure Month, Don't Have Time to Read? Try Some Short Story and Sabre-Svitlo Foundation's Donation to the American Library. Feel free to come and borrow!

The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) was signed into law on July 26, 1990, by President George H. W. Bush, and later amended with changes effective January 1, 2009.
The ADA is a wide-ranging civil rights law that prohibits, under certain circumstances, discrimination based on disability.

Scott Donahue's "Big People" sculptures were dedicated in 2009. The two 30-foot high stainless steel, fiberglass, bronze and concrete structures cap the ends of the pedestrian and bicycle bridge that crosses over Interstate 80 next to the Berkeley Marina. This is Berkeley's largest public art installation. The sculptures are visible from a mile away in both directions.

Shaping the Way We Teach English

American Library invites it's patrons to participate webinar by the Office of English Language Programs for teachers "Shaping the Way We Teach English".

July 11, Wednesday, 3:00 - 4:30 pm
Webinar 1
Teaching with Jazz Chants
Presenter Shirley Thompson

July 25, Wednesday, 3:00 - 4:30 pm
Webinar 2
Unreveling the Mystery of Academic Writing
Presenter Dr. Kelli Odhuu and Heather Benucci

Come and join us to improve your English writing and speaking skills!

It's Summertime!

American Library staff prepared several book displays for July. Trere are Beach Reading, Good Story Inspires Good Film, and Family Reading.
Sommer has come and everyone is looking for some activities outdoor but don't forget to come and chek out some good book for you and your family.

The English Access Microscholarship Program (

The English Access Microscholarship Program (Access) provides a foundation of English language skills to talented 14–18 year-olds from disadvantaged sectors through after-school classes and intensive summer sessions. Access students gain an appreciation for American culture and democratic values, increase their ability to participate successfully in the socio-economic development of their countries, and gain the ability to compete for and participate in future U.S. exchange and study programs.

MAIN GOALS:
*Enable bright non-elite youth from underserved communities to gain proficiency in the English language and develop other communication skills.
*Promote better understanding of U.S. culture and society.
*Encourage appreciation of civic values through community service activities.
*Help students better prepare for educational and career opportunities that enable them to contribute to their societies’ development.

Since its inception in 2004, approximately 70,000 students in more than 85 countries have participated in the Access Program.

Dear American Library users!

From June 6 till August 31 library is working on summer schedule:

Monday - Friday 12 pm - 7 pm
Saturday, Samday - days off.

June 11 - July 2 library is closed for the time of Euro 2012 events in Kyiv
Book loan period will be prolongued automatically
We apologise for unconvenience

A training for researchers from National University «Kiev Polytechnic Institute» was held in American Library at NaUKMA on the 31th of May. Participants from KPI, comprising students and teachers of applied mathematics and other faculties received a comprehensive training on use of electronic resources, available at the American Library – both available through "Window on America" Centers' network and through University local network. The training was held by Olena Himos, Head of NaUKMA Electronic Resources Department.