American Corner & Makerspace Astana with the U.S. Embassy in Kazakhstan, is thrilled to invite you to the "America 250" festival, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Declaration of Independence!
This large-scale, open-air cultural and educational event highlights the importance of education, innovation, cultural exchange, civic engagement, and international dialogue. It’s a wonderful opportunity to strengthen cultural and educational ties between Kazakhstan and the United States.
We welcome residents and guests of Astana of all ages!
🗓 When: July 3, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
📍 Where: Arbat on the Astana Embankment, stage near the Kenesary Khan monument
🎟 Admission: Free
Join us for an inspiring evening filled with cultural discovery and great energy! See you there! 🙌🎉
This large-scale, open-air cultural and educational event highlights the importance of education, innovation, cultural exchange, civic engagement, and international dialogue. It’s a wonderful opportunity to strengthen cultural and educational ties between Kazakhstan and the United States.
We welcome residents and guests of Astana of all ages!
🗓 When: July 3, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
📍 Where: Arbat on the Astana Embankment, stage near the Kenesary Khan monument
🎟 Admission: Free
Join us for an inspiring evening filled with cultural discovery and great energy! See you there! 🙌🎉
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💡 LED ART WORKSHOP 💡
Curious about combining creativity and technology?
Join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll create your own LED art piece, learn basic wiring, and experiment with light, color, and design.
📅 June 18
🕔 17:00
📍 American Corner & Makerspace Astana
Registration link: https://forms.gle/M4j1LhfQr3ufDB2G7
Spots are limited.
Curious about combining creativity and technology?
Join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll create your own LED art piece, learn basic wiring, and experiment with light, color, and design.
📅 June 18
🕔 17:00
📍 American Corner & Makerspace Astana
Registration link: https://forms.gle/M4j1LhfQr3ufDB2G7
Spots are limited.
Join us for an informal conversation with Todd Katzner, Ph.D. wildlife biologist, who has spent three decades studying nature and wildlife in Kazakhstan. Hear his stories, experiences, and insights, and ask your own questions about science, culture, travel, and life in Kazakhstan.
🎁 Small prizes will be awarded for active participation in the discussion.
📅 June 18, 2026
🕕 18:00
📍 American Corner & Makerspace Astana
Registration link - https://forms.gle/bmjMXMYAgShNjKDX6
🎁 Small prizes will be awarded for active participation in the discussion.
📅 June 18, 2026
🕕 18:00
📍 American Corner & Makerspace Astana
Registration link - https://forms.gle/bmjMXMYAgShNjKDX6
🎨 Comic Panel Course
Ever wanted to create your own comic story?
Join our 4-day Comic Panel Course and learn how to turn your ideas into illustrated stories. Participants will explore character design, storytelling, comic layouts, and visual narration while creating their own original comic panels.
📅 June 22–25, 2026
🕓 16:00
📍 American Corner & Makerspace Astana
📍 Pushkin St. 11, Room 307
No prior drawing experience is required — just bring your creativity and imagination!
Registration:
https://forms.gle/zszeVKv8PaCvFA7A7
Limited spots available.
Ever wanted to create your own comic story?
Join our 4-day Comic Panel Course and learn how to turn your ideas into illustrated stories. Participants will explore character design, storytelling, comic layouts, and visual narration while creating their own original comic panels.
📅 June 22–25, 2026
🕓 16:00
📍 American Corner & Makerspace Astana
📍 Pushkin St. 11, Room 307
No prior drawing experience is required — just bring your creativity and imagination!
Registration:
https://forms.gle/zszeVKv8PaCvFA7A7
Limited spots available.
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🚀 Canva + AI Tools Masterclass
Want to create professional designs and work more efficiently with AI?
Join our Canva + AI Tools Masterclass and discover how to use Canva's latest features together with powerful AI tools to design social media content, presentations, posters, and more. Learn practical tips for creating visuals faster, generating content ideas, and automating everyday tasks.
📅 June 23
🕔 17:00
📍 American Corner & Makerspace Astana
💻 Bring your laptop if possible.
🔗 Registration:
https://forms.gle/U8Qp3UstDr1yhXiMA
Want to create professional designs and work more efficiently with AI?
Join our Canva + AI Tools Masterclass and discover how to use Canva's latest features together with powerful AI tools to design social media content, presentations, posters, and more. Learn practical tips for creating visuals faster, generating content ideas, and automating everyday tasks.
📅 June 23
🕔 17:00
📍 American Corner & Makerspace Astana
💻 Bring your laptop if possible.
🔗 Registration:
https://forms.gle/U8Qp3UstDr1yhXiMA
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🎨 Color & Composition Workshop
Discover the fundamentals of color theory, composition, and visual balance in this two-day hands-on workshop. Through practical exercises, you'll develop your creative skills and learn techniques to make your artwork more expressive and engaging.
📅 July 1–2
🕓 16:00–17:00
👥 Ages 15+
📍 American Corner & Makerspace Astana
Participation is free, but registration is required. Spots are limited.
Please note that registration does not guarantee participation. Selected participants will receive a confirmation email. Applicants who are not selected will also be notified by email.
🔗 Registration: https://forms.gle/NEHQM81tv7PNYRsh7
Discover the fundamentals of color theory, composition, and visual balance in this two-day hands-on workshop. Through practical exercises, you'll develop your creative skills and learn techniques to make your artwork more expressive and engaging.
📅 July 1–2
🕓 16:00–17:00
👥 Ages 15+
📍 American Corner & Makerspace Astana
Participation is free, but registration is required. Spots are limited.
Please note that registration does not guarantee participation. Selected participants will receive a confirmation email. Applicants who are not selected will also be notified by email.
🔗 Registration: https://forms.gle/NEHQM81tv7PNYRsh7
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Meet the Fulbright FLTA Alumni!
Join us for an inspiring talk with three Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant alumni, who will share their experiences of studying, teaching, and living in the United States.
Speakers:
* Aizhan Rakhtayeva — Fulbright FLTA at Michigan State University
* Guldana Bazarbayeva — Fulbright FLTA at University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point
* Aigerim Tleusheva — Fulbright FLTA at University of New Hampshire
Thursday, July 9, 2026
17:30
American Corner & Makerspace Astana
Registration link is https://forms.gle/PvtyyrPD2QiW8zXD7
Join us for an inspiring talk with three Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant alumni, who will share their experiences of studying, teaching, and living in the United States.
Speakers:
* Aizhan Rakhtayeva — Fulbright FLTA at Michigan State University
* Guldana Bazarbayeva — Fulbright FLTA at University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point
* Aigerim Tleusheva — Fulbright FLTA at University of New Hampshire
Thursday, July 9, 2026
17:30
American Corner & Makerspace Astana
Registration link is https://forms.gle/PvtyyrPD2QiW8zXD7
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STEAM Camp at American Corner & Makerspace Astana
We invite participants aged 13+ to join our five-day STEAM Camp from July 13 to 17, from 14:00 to 16:00.
The camp will include hands-on activities in technology, creativity, design, and teamwork.
Location: American Corner & Makerspace Astana, ENU Library, Pushkin Street 11, 3rd floor, Room 307.
Registration: https://forms.gle/vJqsDufdso1S1yD88
We invite participants aged 13+ to join our five-day STEAM Camp from July 13 to 17, from 14:00 to 16:00.
The camp will include hands-on activities in technology, creativity, design, and teamwork.
Location: American Corner & Makerspace Astana, ENU Library, Pushkin Street 11, 3rd floor, Room 307.
Registration: https://forms.gle/vJqsDufdso1S1yD88
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Create your own obby in Roblox!
American Corner & Makerspace Astana invites participants aged 13+ to a two-day Roblox workshop. Learn the basics of Roblox Studio and build your own obstacle course with platforms, challenges, and game elements.
Date: 13–14 July
Time: 12:00–13:00
Age: 13+
Please bring your own laptop and install Roblox Studio in advance.
Registration: https://forms.gle/d6Sj8uBUK8Vztfuj6
Location: American Corner & Makerspace Astana, ENU Library, Pushkin Street 11, 3rd floor, Room 307.
American Corner & Makerspace Astana invites participants aged 13+ to a two-day Roblox workshop. Learn the basics of Roblox Studio and build your own obstacle course with platforms, challenges, and game elements.
Date: 13–14 July
Time: 12:00–13:00
Age: 13+
Please bring your own laptop and install Roblox Studio in advance.
Registration: https://forms.gle/d6Sj8uBUK8Vztfuj6
Location: American Corner & Makerspace Astana, ENU Library, Pushkin Street 11, 3rd floor, Room 307.
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AI Olympiad Journey: A Conversation with Team USA 🇺🇸
Meet the students representing the United States at the 2026 International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence (IOAI)!
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Team USA, where they'll share their journey into AI, how they prepared for one of the world's most prestigious AI competitions, and what it's like to compete on the international stage.
💬 What to expect:
• Personal AI journeys and experiences
• Preparing for the International AI Olympiad
• Tips for students interested in AI and STEM
• Live Q&A with Team USA
📅 Date: August 5, 2026
🕒 Time: 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
📍 Location: Makerspace Astana, ENU Library, Room 104
🗣 Language: English
🎟 Free participation. Registration required.
📝 Register here: https://forms.gle/ZWX8akouCUbqWMXGA
See you there!
Meet the students representing the United States at the 2026 International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence (IOAI)!
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Team USA, where they'll share their journey into AI, how they prepared for one of the world's most prestigious AI competitions, and what it's like to compete on the international stage.
💬 What to expect:
• Personal AI journeys and experiences
• Preparing for the International AI Olympiad
• Tips for students interested in AI and STEM
• Live Q&A with Team USA
📅 Date: August 5, 2026
🕒 Time: 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
📍 Location: Makerspace Astana, ENU Library, Room 104
🗣 Language: English
🎟 Free participation. Registration required.
📝 Register here: https://forms.gle/ZWX8akouCUbqWMXGA
See you there!
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🚀 Build Your Personal Portfolio Website!
Want to showcase your projects, skills, and achievements online? Join our 2-day online workshop and learn how to create a modern portfolio website from scratch—no advanced experience required.
📅 Dates: July 28–29
🕚 Time: 11:00
💻 Format: Online
During the workshop, participants will:
• Build a responsive portfolio website
• Learn the basics of HTML, CSS, and website structure
• Create sections for projects, skills, and contact information
• Publish their portfolio to share with employers, universities, or clients
Perfect for students, beginners, aspiring developers, designers, freelancers, and anyone who wants a professional online presence.
📌 Registration is required. Limited spots available!
🔗 Register here: https://forms.gle/bbtyMRgV9MafMCHt7
#MakerspaceAstana #PortfolioWebsite #WebDevelopment #HTML #CSS #Coding #TechSkills #OnlineWorkshop #STEM #CareerDevelopment
Want to showcase your projects, skills, and achievements online? Join our 2-day online workshop and learn how to create a modern portfolio website from scratch—no advanced experience required.
📅 Dates: July 28–29
🕚 Time: 11:00
💻 Format: Online
During the workshop, participants will:
• Build a responsive portfolio website
• Learn the basics of HTML, CSS, and website structure
• Create sections for projects, skills, and contact information
• Publish their portfolio to share with employers, universities, or clients
Perfect for students, beginners, aspiring developers, designers, freelancers, and anyone who wants a professional online presence.
📌 Registration is required. Limited spots available!
🔗 Register here: https://forms.gle/bbtyMRgV9MafMCHt7
#MakerspaceAstana #PortfolioWebsite #WebDevelopment #HTML #CSS #Coding #TechSkills #OnlineWorkshop #STEM #CareerDevelopment
🎮 Ready to create your own pixel-style game?
Join our Make Your Pixel Game Workshop and learn the fundamentals of game development while building your own retro-inspired game. Over three interactive online sessions, you'll discover pixel art, basic game mechanics, and how to bring your ideas to life.
📅 July 25–27
🕚 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
💻 Online
No previous experience is needed—just your creativity and a passion for games!
🔗 Register here: https://forms.gle/vntdubXKu9YD86Kn6
See you in the workshop! 🚀
Join our Make Your Pixel Game Workshop and learn the fundamentals of game development while building your own retro-inspired game. Over three interactive online sessions, you'll discover pixel art, basic game mechanics, and how to bring your ideas to life.
📅 July 25–27
🕚 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
💻 Online
No previous experience is needed—just your creativity and a passion for games!
🔗 Register here: https://forms.gle/vntdubXKu9YD86Kn6
See you in the workshop! 🚀
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Fulbright_FLTA_program_information_2027_2028_academic_year_Russian.doc
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The Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant Program (FLTA) helps U.S. universities strengthen Russian language instruction, while providing current or future teachers of English in Kazakhstan the opportunity to refine their skills, increase their English-language proficiency, and extend their knowledge of U.S. society and culture. The Fulbright FLTA Program is a nine-month, non-degree program for early career (not more than seven years of teaching experience) English teachers or professionals in related fields to teach the Russian language at an American college or university. Candidates who are teachers in the fields of American Studies, Journalism and Media, American/English Literature, and teachers of Russian as a foreign language will also be considered on a case-by-case basis. Fulbright FLTA participants also interact with their host communities through conversation groups, extracurricular activities, and community outreach projects.
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🎓✨ Fulbright Program participants arrive in Kazakhstan! 🇺🇸🇰🇿
Join the American Corner for an exciting meeting with 12 Fulbright Program participants (Fulbright ETAs, Fulbright Students Researchers and Fulbright Sholar) coming to teach at universities across Kazakhstan!
Dive into the carousel to meet each one of them! 👉
📅 Date: September 9
⏰ Time: 14:00
📍 Location: American Corner Astana, Pushkin str. 11
REGISTRATION FORM - https://forms.gle/GNudeYpAaXA3MfB2A
Learn about their backgrounds, universities, and what they're excited to share with Kazakhstan! This is your chance to connect with educators passionate about cultural exchange and English education
Join the American Corner for an exciting meeting with 12 Fulbright Program participants (Fulbright ETAs, Fulbright Students Researchers and Fulbright Sholar) coming to teach at universities across Kazakhstan!
Dive into the carousel to meet each one of them! 👉
📅 Date: September 9
⏰ Time: 14:00
📍 Location: American Corner Astana, Pushkin str. 11
REGISTRATION FORM - https://forms.gle/GNudeYpAaXA3MfB2A
Learn about their backgrounds, universities, and what they're excited to share with Kazakhstan! This is your chance to connect with educators passionate about cultural exchange and English education
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