The Taras Shevchenko Ukrainian Library, located at the INTEURO Center for the Integration of Foreigners at 78A Sienkiewicza Street in Kielce, is attracting more and more lovers of Ukrainian literature, culture, and language every week. Since the beginning of 2024, this place has become a vibrant hub, integrating Ukrainian refugees and migrants with the local Świętokrzyskie community.
Regular meetings with literature and authors
In January, the library hosted an author event with Larysa Rudak and Anna Domina, writers of the books “Не тепер” and “Вроцлавіта”, which explore themes of femininity and the challenges of modern life. The event brought together readers of all ages and marked the beginning of many more inspiring activities.
Ukrainian studies workshops and classes for children and youth
Every Saturday, the library offers Ukrainian studies sessions — organized separately for younger and older participants. Attendees not only learn how to write and create texts in Ukrainian, but also discover the history, traditions, and culture of their homeland. These workshop-style classes help children raised in a Polish-speaking environment develop a strong sense of national identity.
Creative arts & crafts workshops and themed cultural evenings
The library also hosts arts and crafts workshops — from making spring decorations with beads and wire to creating jewelry and flowers. In March, Maslenitsa-themed cultural evenings were held, where participants learned about the traditions of the Ukrainian holiday Zapusty, including regional variations and their European counterparts, such as Carnival.
Meetings with publishers and book presentations
In March, the library welcomed author Kostiantyn Klymchuk and editor Tetiana Vyhovska from the publishing house "Chas Zmin Inform", who held a special session for children and youth on the book publishing process. The library's collection is constantly growing — in recent weeks, it has received new arrivals, including titles from the publisher “Parasolia.”
Contact
The library is open Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Event details are regularly posted on the library's official Facebook profile:
www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559717884318
and on the website: www.inteuro.info
We warmly invite everyone — regardless of age or background — to join us in discovering Ukrainian culture, language, and literature.
