KRM + 21c - Identity, Home & Belonging: The Power of Perspective
2024-10-13 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | 21c Museum Hotel, 700 W. Main Street, Louisville, KY, 40202, United States
IDENTITY, HOME and BELONGING: THE POWER of PERSPECTIVE
Please join us as we partner with 21c Museum on October 13th for live performances, art and a discussion between refugee, immigrant and U.S.-born artists. In reflection of 21c’s current gallery exhibit, This We Believe, artists explore the power that our own perspectives hold over our beliefs, ideologies, symbolism and more. Artists from Kentucky, Mexico and the Democratic Republic of Congo, share their artistry and insight from different lenses, lived experiences and backgrounds. Don’t miss what is sure to be an entertaining and thought-provoking event!
FREE EVENT
21c Museum Hotel
700 W. Main Street
Louisville, KY 40202
(Event will be held in the atrium/gallery space on the lower level)
Sunday, October 13th
5:00 – 6:30 PM
Light refreshments will be provided.
We are honored to also share that there will also be 12″x18″ limited-edition letterpress posters available for the first 50 guests that arrive and an additional number of posters available for purchase in the 21c giftshop on the day of and following the event (a portion of proceeds from sales benefit KRM). This original poster design was inspired by the mission of KRM and welcoming newcomers to our community. It was created by renowned graphic designer and letterpress artist, Brad Vetter. Learn more about Brad’s incredible work and shop his other designs HERE!
Visit the link to learn more about the current 21c exhibit, This We Believe.

More than Meets the Eye Concert (NKY)
2024-10-10 18:00 - 20:00
Join Kentucky Refugee Ministries, A Picture’s Worth, and other community partners for a free concert by the Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra corresponding to the More than Meets the Eye exhibition on the Purple People Bridge linking Newport and Cincinnati.
Register for the free event at the website link below.

KRM LOU: Monthly Info Session & Volunteer Orientation
2024-10-02 17:30 - 19:00, 2024-09-04 17:30 - 19:00 | KRM Louisville, 969-B Cherokee Road, Louisville, KY, 40204, United States
Attend a KRM Louisville Info Session & Volunteer Orientation to learn more about refugees and resettlement in KY or to begin volunteering with KRM! These sessions are offered on the first Wednesday of every month and presented in a hybrid format (options of Zoom or in-person).
For those who would like to learn more about refugee resettlement but aren’t ready or able to volunteer at the moment – You’re welcome to join us for the info session in the first segment (approx. 30-45 min.). The info session provides a better understanding of topics, such as the refugee journey, newcomers to Louisville, cultural awareness, and KRM services for refugee and immigrant clients.
If you are applying to volunteer with KRM Louisville, you will need to attend both segments of the session, which includes both the info session and volunteer orientation. This orientation will provide more info on the volunteer opportunities currently available, weekly hours and frequency or duration of each department placement, volunteer application requirements, and offer an opportunity to ask questions to KRM staff.
To learn more about volunteering at any of the KRM office locations (Louisville, Lexington, or Northern KY) or to register for a KRM Info Session & Volunteer Orientation, please visit the Volunteer Page on our website.
If you have additional questions about the KRM Louisville volunteering process or application, please reach out to Volunteer & Co-sponsorship Specialist, Kristina Lynch: volunteer@kyrm.org.

Celebrating Our Neighborhood: Cuisine of Iraq
2024-09-21 14:00 - 15:30 | Northeast Regional Library, 15 Bellevoir Circle, Louisville, KY, 40223, United States
PLEASE NOTE: This event is FULLY BOOKED. For the second installment of the Celebrating Our Neighborhood KRM and LFPL partnership series, we highlight the diverse arts and culture of Iraq. During this event series, we will explore the history, arts, cuisine and music traditions of Iraq through UofL historians, artists, former refugees, and members of the local Kurdish and Iraq communities.
Presented over three nights in July, August and September, these entertaining and educational events will be held at various Louisville Free Public Library locations across Louisville.
Please join us for the final event in the series, Celebrating Our Neighborhood: Cuisine of Iraq, at LFPL’s Northeast Regional Library on Saturday, September 21st, from 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. More information below, further details and the LFPL link to register to follow:
Saturday, September 21st, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m., Northeast Regional Library – Cuisine of Iraq
In this program we’ll learn about Iraqi cooking traditions and discover how to make a staple Iraqi dish with local Iraqi-born chefs.
PLEASE NOTE: This event and the waitlist are fully booked. Registration is no longer available.
KRM arts and culture programming is made possible through funding from Louisville Metro External Agency Funds.

Language Cafe: Arabic, French and Korean
2024-09-12 16:00 - 17:30 | Abol Cafe, 102 1/2 Cannons Lane, Louisville, KY, 40206, United States
Final session! KRM and the Office for Immigrant Affairs partner for community Language Café sessions hosted by immigrant-owned coffee shops throughout Louisville. Language Cafes take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00 – 5:30 PM, through September 12th, 2024.

This free series of sessions offers an excellent opportunity to learn a new language. Participants can explore Spanish, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Arabic, French or Korean – No prior knowledge of the language required!

Sessions are free and open to the public, but space is limited. To guarantee your seat, we ask that you use this LINK to register. Today’s Language Cafe offers Arabic, French and Korean and is held from 4:00 – 5:30 PM at Abol Cafe, located at 102 1/2 Cannons Lane, Louisville, KY 40206.

Language Cafes are made possible by the Citizen Diplomacy Action Fund through the U.S. Department of State and an incredible group of language facilitators. By providing a space for community members to engage and learn more about the languages and cultures across Louisville, this project aims to foster communication, encourage multilingual learning, promote cultural awareness, support immigrant-owned businesses, and build community.

Feel free to come by, learn a new language, have fun and enjoy free snacks!

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Language Cafe: Spanish, Portuguese and Korean
2024-09-10 16:00 - 17:30 | Abol Cafe, 102 1/2 Cannons Lane, Louisville, KY, 40206, United States
KRM and the Office for Immigrant Affairs partner for community Language Café sessions hosted by immigrant-owned coffee shops throughout Louisville. Language Cafes take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00 – 5:30 PM, through September 12th, 2024.

This free series of sessions offers an excellent opportunity to learn a new language. Participants can explore Spanish, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Arabic, French, Somali or Korean – No prior knowledge of the language required!

Sessions are free and open to the public, but space is limited. To guarantee your seat, we ask that you use this LINK to register. Today’s Language Cafe offers Spanish, Portuguese, and Korean and is held from 4:00 – 5:30 PM at Abol Cafe, located at 102 1/2 Cannons Lane, Louisville, KY 40206.

Language Cafes are made possible by the Citizen Diplomacy Action Fund through the U.S. Department of State and an incredible group of language facilitators. By providing a space for community members to engage and learn more about the languages and cultures across Louisville, this project aims to foster communication, encourage multilingual learning, promote cultural awareness, support immigrant-owned businesses, and build community.

Feel free to come by, learn a new language, have fun and enjoy free snacks!

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Give For Good: Donate September 9-13
2024-09-09 00:00 - 2024-09-13 23:30 | Online
Give For Good Louisville is fast approaching! On Thursday, September 12th, The Community Foundation of Louisville hosts this annual online day of giving. On this day, over 500 non-profit organizations across the Louisville area participate to raise funds and awareness around a multitude of vital initiatives.

Funds raised by KRM help create sustainable programming and resources for refugee and immigrant newcomers arriving to Kentucky. Providing accessibility for the tools that are necessary for these families to rebuild help to reduce the heightened barriers of the refugee experience and forges a more equitable opportunity to overcome setbacks, heal from trauma, thrive and feel a sense of belonging in our community.

During Give For Good Louisville, donations can have a greater impact through matching gifts, peer-to-peer fundraising and more! Help KRM reach its fundraising goal of $100,000 by donating for this online event. This year, supporters can donate for Give For Good Louisville beginning at midnight on September 9th through 11:59 PM on September 13th.

To donate during Give For Good*, visit the KRM organization page on the Community Foundation of Louisville’s Give For Good website
September 9th – 13th.

Support refugee and immigrant newcomers and help make Kentucky home by donating to KRM!

*Only funds donated to Kentucky Refugee Ministries (KRM) online through GIVEFORGOODLOUISVILLE.ORG September 9th – 13th will be included as part of the Community Foundation of Louisville’s annual Give For Good Louisville fundraising event.

Language Cafe: Arabic, French and Korean
2024-09-05 16:00 - 17:30 | KIWA, 2235 Frankfort Ave., Suite 104, Louisville, KY, 40206, United States
KRM and the Office of Immigrant Affairs partner for community Language Café sessions hosted by immigrant-owned coffee shops throughout Louisville. Language Cafes take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00 – 5:30 PM, through September 12th, 2024.

This free series of sessions offers an excellent opportunity to learn a new language. Participants can explore Spanish, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Arabic, French or Korean – No prior knowledge of the language required!

Sessions are free and open to the public, but space is limited. To guarantee your seat, we ask that you use this LINK to register. Today’s Language Cafe offers Arabic, French and Korean and is held from 4:00 – 5:30 PM at KIWA, located at 2235 Frankfort Ave Suite #104, Louisville, KY 40206.

Language Cafes are made possible by the Citizen Diplomacy Action Fund through the U.S. Department of State and an incredible group of language facilitators. By providing a space for community members to engage and learn more about the languages and cultures across Louisville, this project aims to foster communication, encourage multilingual learning, promote cultural awareness, support immigrant-owned businesses, and build community.

Feel free to come by, learn a new language, have fun and enjoy free snacks!

Language Cafe: Spanish, Portuguese and Vietnamese
2024-09-03 16:00 - 17:30 | KIWA, 2235 Frankfort Ave., Suite 104, Louisville, KY, 40206, United States
KRM and the Office of Immigrant Affairs partner for community Language Café sessions hosted by immigrant-owned coffee shops throughout Louisville. Language Cafes take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00 – 5:30 PM, through September 12th, 2024.

This free series of sessions offers an excellent opportunity to learn a new language. Participants can explore Spanish, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Arabic, French, Somali or Korean – No prior knowledge of the language required!

Sessions are free and open to the public, but space is limited. To guarantee your seat, we ask that you use this LINK to register. Today’s Language Cafe offers Spanish, Portuguese, and Vietnamese and is held from 4:00 – 5:30 PM at KIWA, located at 2235 Frankfort Ave Suite #104, Louisville, KY 40206.

Language Cafes are made possible by the Citizen Diplomacy Action Fund through the U.S. Department of State and an incredible group of language facilitators. By providing a space for community members to engage and learn more about the languages and cultures across Louisville, this project aims to foster communication, encourage multilingual learning, promote cultural awareness, support immigrant-owned businesses, and build community.

Feel free to come by, learn a new language, have fun and enjoy free snacks!

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Labor Day - KRM Offices Closed
2024-09-02 | KRM Offices
In observance of the U.S. federal holiday, Labor Day, all three KRM office locations will be closed on Monday, September 2nd.

Eclect-A-Fest: KRM Benefit Concert
2024-08-30 19:00 - 22:00 | Zanzabar, Louisville, United States
Sure to be a show to remember! On August 30th, Zanzabar hosts the inaugural Eclect-A-Fest – A KRM benefit concert headlined by the renowned Ruen Brothers and featuring TVLO and artists from the KRM Live performance series, including the talents of Magda Sanchez with a Latin American instrumental quartet and Haitian vocalist, Christella Philippe.
A portion of ticket sales, as well as funds raised during the event, will go to benefit KRM to support programming for refugee newcomers. Help make Kentucky home for refugees, and join us to experience this unique collaboration of remarkable performers! Please see the link below to purchase tickets.
PLEASE NOTE: You and everyone in your party must be 18 years+ to enter. Zanzabar is prohibited from allowing anyone under the age of 18 to be admitted to the bar area or music venue – No exceptions.
WHERE:
Zanzabar
2100 South Preston Street
Louisville, KY 40217
WHEN:
Friday, August 30th
Doors open at 7:00 P.M., Show begins at 7:30 P.M.
TICKETS:
$15.00 per ticket
Tickets are available online through Etix.com: Eclect-A-Fest ft. the Ruen Brothers
Tickets will also be available for purchase at the door the day of the event. However, to ensure availability, we suggest purchasing tickets online prior to the event.

Language Cafe: Arabic, French and Korean
2024-08-29 16:00 - 17:30 | Safai @ Logan St. Market, 1001 Logan Street, Louisville, KY, 40204, United States
KRM and the Office for Immigrant Affairs partner for community Language Café sessions hosted by immigrant-owned coffee shops throughout Louisville. Language Cafes take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00 – 5:30 PM, through September 12th, 2024.

This free series of sessions offers an excellent opportunity to learn a new language. Participants can explore Spanish, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Arabic, French or Korean – No prior knowledge of the language required!

Sessions are free and open to the public, but space is limited. To guarantee your seat, we ask that you use this LINK to register. Today’s Language Cafe offers Arabic, French, and Korean and is held from 4:00 – 5:30 PM at Safai Coffee Bar located inside Logan Street market

Language Cafes are made possible by the Citizen Diplomacy Action Fund through the U.S. Department of State and an incredible group of language facilitators. By providing a space for community members to engage and learn more about the languages and cultures across Louisville, this project aims to foster communication, encourage multilingual learning, promote cultural awareness, support immigrant-owned businesses, and build community.

Feel free to come by, learn a new language, have fun and enjoy free snacks!

Language Cafe: Spanish, Portuguese and Vietnamese
2024-08-27 16:00 - 17:30 | Safai @ Logan St. Market, 1001 Logan Street, Louisville, KY, 40204, United States
KRM and the Office for Immigrant Affairs partner for community Language Café sessions hosted by immigrant-owned coffee shops throughout Louisville. Language Cafes take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00 – 5:30 PM, through September 12th, 2024.

This free series of sessions offers an excellent opportunity to learn a new language. Participants can explore Spanish, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Arabic, French, Somali or Korean – No prior knowledge of the language required!

Sessions are free and open to the public, but space is limited. To guarantee your seat, we ask that you use this LINK to register. Today’s Language Cafe offers Spanish, Portuguese, and Vietnamese and is held from 4:00 – 5:30 PM at Safai Coffee Bar inside Logan Street Market.

Language Cafes are made possible by the Citizen Diplomacy Action Fund through the U.S. Department of State and an incredible group of language facilitators. By providing a space for community members to engage and learn more about the languages and cultures across Louisville, this project aims to foster communication, encourage multilingual learning, promote cultural awareness, support immigrant-owned businesses, and build community.

Feel free to come by, learn a new language, have fun and enjoy free snacks!

Celebrating Our Neighborhood: Music of Iraq
2024-08-24 14:00 - 15:30 | South Central Regional Library, 7300 Jefferson Blvd., Louisville, KY, 40219, United States
For the second installment of the Celebrating Our Neighborhood KRM and LFPL partnership series, we highlight the diverse arts and culture of Iraq. During this event series, we will explore the history, arts, cuisine and music traditions of Iraq through UofL historians, artists, former refugees, and members of the local Kurdish and Iraq communities.
Presented over three nights in July, August and September, these entertaining and educational events will be held at various Louisville Free Public Library locations across Louisville.
Please join us for the second event in the series, Celebrating Our Neighborhood: Music of Iraq, at LFPL’s South Central Regional Library on Saturday, August 24th, from 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
PLEASE NOTE: This is a free event, but seating is limited. Register for this event at LFPL.org/OurNeighborhood or (502) 574-1623
Saturday, August 24, 2 – 3:30, South Central Regional – Music of Iraq
Live performances and presentation on music history and traditions by Sanaan Hamza, Esmael Alawadi and Julia Purcell.
Special gallery display of original artwork by artist, Huda Aldayyeni.
This is a free event. KRM arts and culture programming is made possible by Louisville Metro Government External Agency Funds.

Language Cafe: Arabic, French and Korean
2024-08-22 16:00 - 17:30, 2024-08-15 16:00 - 17:30 | Moka & Co., 1541 Highland Avenue, Louisville, KY, 40204, United States
KRM and the Office for Immigrant Affairs partner for community Language Café sessions hosted by immigrant-owned coffee shops throughout Louisville. Language Cafes take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00 – 5:30 PM, through September 12th, 2024.

This free series of sessions offers an excellent opportunity to learn a new language. Participants can explore Spanish, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Arabic, French or Korean – No prior knowledge of the language required!

Sessions are free and open to the public, but space is limited. To guarantee your seat, we ask that you use this LINK to register. Today’s Language Cafe offers Arabic, French and Korean and is held from 4:00 – 5:30 PM at Moka & Co. (formerly Haraz), located at 1541 Highland Avenue, Louisville, KY 40204.

Language Cafes are made possible by the Citizen Diplomacy Action Fund through the U.S. Department of State and an incredible group of language facilitators. By providing a space for community members to engage and learn more about the languages and cultures across Louisville, this project aims to foster communication, encourage multilingual learning, promote cultural awareness, support immigrant-owned businesses, and build community.

Feel free to come by, learn a new language, have fun and enjoy free snacks!

Language Cafe: Spanish, Portuguese and Vietnamese
2024-08-20 16:00 - 17:30 | Moka & Co., 1541 Highland Avenue, Louisville, KY, 40204, United States
KRM and the Office for Immigrant Affairs partner for community Language Café sessions hosted by immigrant-owned coffee shops throughout Louisville. Language Cafes take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00 – 5:30 PM, through September 12th, 2024.

This free series of sessions offers an excellent opportunity to learn a new language. Participants can explore Spanish, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Arabic, French, Somali or Korean – No prior knowledge of the language required!

Sessions are free and open to the public, but space is limited. To guarantee your seat, we ask that you use this LINK to register. Today’s Language Cafe offers Spanish, Portuguese, and Vietnamese and is held from 4:00 – 5:30 PM at Moka & Co. (formerly Haraz), located at 1541 Highland Avenue, Louisville, KY 40204.

Language Cafes are made possible by the Citizen Diplomacy Action Fund through the U.S. Department of State and an incredible group of language facilitators. By providing a space for community members to engage and learn more about the languages and cultures across Louisville, this project aims to foster communication, encourage multilingual learning, promote cultural awareness, support immigrant-owned businesses, and build community.

Feel free to come by, learn a new language, have fun and enjoy free snacks!

Language Cafe: Spanish, Portuguese and Vietnamese
2024-08-13 16:00 - 17:30 | Moka & Co., 1541 Highland Avenue, Louisville, KY, 40204, United States
KRM and the Office of Immigrant Affairs partner for community Language Café sessions hosted by immigrant-owned coffee shops throughout Louisville. Language Cafes take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00 – 5:30 PM, through September 12th, 2024.

This free series of sessions offers an excellent opportunity to learn a new language. Participants can explore Spanish, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Arabic, French, Somali or Korean – No prior knowledge of the language required!

Sessions are free and open to the public, but space is limited. To guarantee your seat, we ask that you use this LINK to register. Today’s Language Cafe offers Spanish, Portuguese, and Vietnamese and is held from 4:00 – 5:30 PM at Moka & Co. (formerly Haraz), located at 1541 Highland Avenue, Louisville, KY 40204.

Language Cafes are made possible by the Citizen Diplomacy Action Fund through the U.S. Department of State and an incredible group of language facilitators. By providing a space for community members to engage and learn more about the languages and cultures across Louisville, this project aims to foster communication, encourage multilingual learning, promote cultural awareness, support immigrant-owned businesses, and build community.

Feel free to come by, learn a new language, have fun and enjoy free snacks!

Language Cafe: Arabic, French, Somali and Korean
2024-08-08 16:00 - 17:30 | KIWA, 2235 Frankfort Ave., Suite 104, Louisville, KY, 40206, United States
KRM and the Office of Immigrant Affairs partner for community Language Café sessions hosted by immigrant-owned coffee shops throughout Louisville. Language Cafes take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00 – 5:30 PM, through September 12th, 2024.

This free series of sessions offers an excellent opportunity to learn a new language. Participants can explore Spanish, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Arabic, French, Somali or Korean – No prior knowledge of the language required!

Sessions are free and open to the public, but space is limited. To guarantee your seat, we ask that you use this LINK to register. Today’s Language Cafe offers Arabic, French, Somali, and Korean and is held from 4:00 – 5:30 PM at KIWA, located at 2235 Frankfort Ave Suite #104, Louisville, KY 40206.

Language Cafes are made possible by the Citizen Diplomacy Action Fund through the U.S. Department of State and an incredible group of language facilitators. By providing a space for community members to engage and learn more about the languages and cultures across Louisville, this project aims to foster communication, encourage multilingual learning, promote cultural awareness, support immigrant-owned businesses, and build community.

Feel free to come by, learn a new language, have fun and enjoy free snacks!

Monthly Volunteer Orientation & Info Session
2024-08-07 17:30 - 19:00, 2024-07-03 17:30 - 19:00 | KRM Louisville, 969-B Cherokee Road, Louisville, KY, 40204, United States
Attend a KRM Info Session & Volunteer Orientation to learn more about refugees and resettlement in KY or to begin volunteering with KRM! These sessions are offered on the first Wednesday of every month and presented in a hybrid format (options of Zoom or in-person). For those who would like to learn more about refugee resettlement but aren’t ready or able to volunteer at the moment – You’re welcome to join us for the info session in the first segment (approx. 30-45 min.). The info session provides a better understanding of topics, such as the refugee journey, newcomers to Louisville, cultural awareness, and KRM services for refugee and immigrant clients.
If you are applying to volunteer with KRM, you will need to attend both segments of the session, which includes both the info session and volunteer orientation. This orientation will provide more info on the volunteer opportunities currently available, weekly hours and frequency or duration of each department placement, volunteer application requirements, and offer an opportunity to ask questions to KRM staff.
To learn more about volunteering or to register for the next monthly KRM Info Session & Volunteer Orientation, please visit the Volunteer Page on our website. If you have additional questions about the volunteering process or application, please reach out to Volunteer & Co-sponsorship Specialist, Kristina Lynch: volunteer@kyrm.org.

Language Cafe: Spanish, Portuguese, and Vietnamese
2024-08-06 16:00 - 17:30 | KIWA, 2235 Frankfort Ave., Suite 104, Louisville, KY, 40206, United States
KRM and the Office of Immigrant Affairs partner for community Language Café sessions hosted by immigrant-owned coffee shops throughout Louisville. Language Cafes take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00 – 5:30 PM, through September 12th, 2024.

This free series of sessions offers an excellent opportunity to learn a new language. Participants can explore Spanish, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Arabic, French, Somali or Korean – No prior knowledge of the language required!

Sessions are free and open to the public, but space is limited. To guarantee your seat, we ask that you use this LINK to register. Today’s Language Cafe offers Spanish, Portuguese, and Vietnamese and is held from 4:00 – 5:30 PM at KIWA, located at 2235 Frankfort Ave Suite #104, Louisville, KY 40206.

Language Cafes are made possible by the Citizen Diplomacy Action Fund through the U.S. Department of State and an incredible group of language facilitators. By providing a space for community members to engage and learn more about the languages and cultures across Louisville, this project aims to foster communication, encourage multilingual learning, promote cultural awareness, support immigrant-owned businesses, and build community.

Feel free to come by, learn a new language, have fun and enjoy free snacks!

Language Cafe: Arabic, French, Somali, and Korean
2024-08-01 16:00 - 17:30 | Abol Cafe, 102 1/2 Cannons Lane, Louisville, KY, 40206, United States
KRM and the Office of Immigrant Affairs partner for community Language Café sessions hosted by immigrant-owned coffee shops throughout Louisville. Language Cafes take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00 – 5:30 PM, through September 12th, 2024.

This free series of sessions offers an excellent opportunity to learn a new language. Participants can explore Spanish, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Arabic, French, Somali or Korean – No prior knowledge of the language required!

Sessions are free and open to the public, but space is limited. To guarantee your seat, we ask that you use this LINK to register. Today’s Language Cafe offers Arabic, French, Somali, and Korean and is held from 4:00 – 5:30 PM at Abol Cafe, located at 102 1/2 Cannons Lane, Louisville, KY 40206.

Language Cafes are made possible by the Citizen Diplomacy Action Fund through the U.S. Department of State and an incredible group of language facilitators. By providing a space for community members to engage and learn more about the languages and cultures across Louisville, this project aims to foster communication, encourage multilingual learning, promote cultural awareness, support immigrant-owned businesses, and build community.

Feel free to come by, learn a new language, have fun and enjoy free snacks!

Language Cafe: Spanish, Portuguese, and Vietnamese
2024-07-30 16:00 - 17:30 | Abol Cafe, 102 1/2 Cannons Lane, Louisville, KY, 40206, United States
KRM and the Office of Immigrant Affairs partner for community Language Café sessions hosted by immigrant-owned coffee shops throughout Louisville. Language Cafes take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00 – 5:30 PM, through September 12th, 2024.

This free series of sessions offers an excellent opportunity to learn a new language. Participants can explore Spanish, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Arabic, French, Somali or Korean – No prior knowledge of the language required!

Sessions are free and open to the public, but space is limited. To guarantee your seat, we ask that you use this LINK to register. Today’s Language Cafe offers Spanish, Portuguese, and Vietnamese and is held from 4:00 – 5:30 PM at Abol Cafe, located at 102 1/2 Cannons Lane, Louisville, KY 40206.

Language Cafes are made possible by the Citizen Diplomacy Action Fund through the U.S. Department of State and an incredible group of language facilitators. By providing a space for community members to engage and learn more about the languages and cultures across Louisville, this project aims to foster communication, encourage multilingual learning, promote cultural awareness, support immigrant-owned businesses, and build community.

Feel free to come by, learn a new language, have fun and enjoy free snacks!

Twilight Market - Christ Church UMC
2024-07-25 17:00 - 20:00 | Christ Church United Methodist, 4614 Brownsboro Road, Louisville, KY, 40207, United States
Christ Church United Methodist is hosting their inaugural Twilight Market that will feature artists, farmers, live music, food and activities. Upcoming dates include July 11th and 25th. KRM will be joining the July 25th event as a community partner, so be sure to stop by our table to say “hi” or to learn more about getting involved with welcoming refugees to Kentucky!
The event will also feature a booth with handmade, one-of-a-kind goods made by the women artisans of the STITCH program – A women-led sewing arts group with refugee women from around world who create beautifully-crafted goods (tote bags, kitchen items, scarves, pillows, baby items, aprons, hats, and more!). 100% of the proceeds from sales goes directly back to the artists to help provide supplemental income and support refugee women succeed, heal and thrive as they rebuild in Kentucky.

Language Cafe: Arabic, French, Somali and Korean
2024-07-25 16:00 - 17:30 | Safai @ Logan St. Market, 1001 Logan Street, Louisville, KY, 40204, United States
KRM and the Office of Immigrant Affairs partner for community Language Café sessions hosted by immigrant-owned coffee shops throughout Louisville. Language Cafes take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00 – 5:30 PM, through September 12th, 2024.

This free series of sessions offers an excellent opportunity to learn a new language. Participants can explore Spanish, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Arabic, French, Somali or Korean – No prior knowledge of the language required!

Sessions are free and open to the public, but space is limited. To guarantee your seat, we ask that you use this LINK to register. Today’s Language Cafe offers Arabic, French, Somali and Korean and is held from 4:00 – 5:30 PM at Safai Coffee Bar located inside Logan Street Market.

Language Cafes are made possible by the Citizen Diplomacy Action Fund through the U.S. Department of State and an incredible group of language facilitators. By providing a space for community members to engage and learn more about the languages and cultures across Louisville, this project aims to foster communication, encourage multilingual learning, promote cultural awareness, support immigrant-owned businesses, and build community.

Feel free to come by, learn a new language, have fun and enjoy free snacks!

Language Cafe: Spanish, Portuguese, and Vietnamese
2024-07-23 16:00 - 17:30 | Safai @ Logan St. Market, 1001 Logan Street, Louisville, KY, 40204, United States
Beginning today, Tuesday, July 23rd, KRM and the Office of Immigrant Affairs partner for community Language Café sessions hosted by immigrant-owned coffee shops throughout Louisville. Language Cafes take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00 – 5:30 PM, through September 12th, 2024.

This free series of sessions offers an excellent opportunity to learn a new language. Participants can explore Spanish, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Arabic, French, Somali or Korean – No prior knowledge of the language required!

Sessions are free and open to the public, but space is limited. To guarantee your seat, we ask that you use this LINK to register. Today’s Language Cafe offers Spanish, Portuguese, and Vietnamese and is held from 4:00 – 5:30 PM at Safai Coffee Bar located inside Logan Street Market.

Language Cafes are made possible by the Citizen Diplomacy Action Fund through the U.S. Department of State and an incredible group of language facilitators. By providing a space for community members to engage and learn more about the languages and cultures across Louisville, this project aims to foster communication, encourage multilingual learning, promote cultural awareness, support immigrant-owned businesses, and build community.

Feel free to come by, learn a new language, have fun and enjoy free snacks!

Celebrating Our Neighborhood: Arts & Culture of Iraq
2024-07-13 14:30 - 16:00 | Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, Louisville, 40220, United States
For the second installment of the Celebrating Our Neighborhood KRM and LFPL partnership series, we highlight the diverse arts and culture of Iraq. During this event series, we will explore the history, arts, cuisine and music traditions of Iraq through UofL historians, artists, former refugees, and members of the local Kurdish and Iraq communities.
Presented over three nights in July, August and September, these entertaining and educational events will be held at various Louisville Free Public Library locations across Louisville.
Please join us for the first evening in the series, Celebrating Our Neighborhood: History of Iraq, at LFPL’s Bon Air Library on Saturday, July 13th, from 2:30 – 4:00 p.m. More information below:
Saturday July 13, 2:30 – 4:00 p.m., Bon Air Library – History of Iraq
Dr Brad Bowman and Dr. Nadia Rasheed
The region of Iraq, known as Mesopotamia in the ancient world, has an exceptionally long and rich cultural history. In this presentation Dr. Brad Bowman will survey the region’s medieval past, leading up to the modern era, and Dr. Nadia Rasheed will share a closer look at current events in the area.
This is a free event. Register to attend at LFPL.org/OurNeighborhood or at (502) 574-1623.
We hope to see you there!

KRM Offices Closed
2024-07-04 | KRM Offices
In observance of the 4th of July holiday/Independence Day, all KRM office locations will be closed today.
