Russian Language Group (online)

📚 Book Discussion Club: A. Chekhov “The Chameleon” / А. Чехов «Хамелеон»
Let’s read and chat about a short story in both Russian and English!
This is our second meetup in a series dedicated to Anton Chekhov’s sharp, funny, and insightful short stories.
About the story:
“The Chameleon” («Хамелеон») is a short and witty tale written in 1884. It follows a policeman trying to settle a dispute over a bitten finger—but his opinion keeps shifting depending on who owns the dog! It’s a great piece for learning new vocabulary and reflecting on social dynamics—Chekhov-style.
What we’ll do:
🗣 Read and compare parts of the story in Russian and English
💬 Discuss the meaning and themes
🔍 Explore interesting words and expressions
😊 Practice your Russian in a relaxed, friendly setting
✅ Language level: A2+ (but all are welcome—beginners, native speakers, and everyone in between!)
Before the event you can:
📖 Read the bilingual version and listen to audiobook (Russian version)
Join us for an evening of reading, conversation, and fun!
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Hi everyone!
We’re The Art of Russian team – Katia, Sandra, Olga, and Anna. We've been teaching Russian at our school for six years, and we're excited to invite you to our upcoming Zoom event dedicated to learning the Russian alphabet:
Who is this for?
Whether you're starting from scratch or just want to refresh your knowledge, this session is perfect for you! Beginners are especially welcome.
What to expect:

• This is a beginner-friendly, interactive session – not a lecture!
• We aim to create a warm, open atmosphere and encourage participation.
• We’ll be using breakout rooms to make sure you ACTUALLY LEARN THE ALPHABET in just one session. We promise!
• We’d love to see your faces – please turn on your cameras if you can! (If you’re experiencing any technical difficulties, feel free to let the host know at the start.)
• All you need is a cup of tea, a good mood, and maybe some note paper. ☺️☕️🪄

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Speakers:
Katia Artyushenko — Founder & Manager
Originally from Khabarovsk, Katia moved to San Francisco with Master’s degree in International Management. Inspired by the city's multicultural spirit, she began teaching Russian and found her true calling. After over 10 years in project management, she founded The Art of Russian to make language learning effective, engaging, and fun.
Sandra Kondrateva — Teacher (Adult Program)
Sandra started teaching Russian while traveling in Turkey, focusing on conversational skills to help learners feel confident in everyday situations. At The Art of Russian, she creates fun, interactive lessons with real-life dialogues. Outside the classroom, she hosts movie and game nights to boost speaking and listening skills. Sandra believes learning should be enjoyable — and that mistakes are part of the journey!
Olga Papusheva — Teacher (Adult Program)
Based in Ussuriysk, Russia, Olga has over two years of experience teaching Russian to Chinese-speaking students in both individual and corporate settings. With a background in translation and knowledge of Chinese and English, she tailors her lessons to each learner's needs. Olga values connection, support, and friendship in the learning process — helping students feel confident every step of the way.
Anna Chebotareva — Teacher (Adult Program)
Anna is from Voronezh, Russia. Graduated from the Faculty of Romance and Germanic Philology, she enjoys helping students discover the richness and subtlety of the Russian language. She especially values cross-cultural communication and learning together with her students.

📹 Recording Disclosure
"The Art of Russian has the right to record any hosted event. By registering for, or attending an event hosted by The Art of Russian, you are giving The Art of Russian consent to record and post recorded content containing your image, voice and/or name online. For remote events, you have the option to turn off your camera, mute your microphone and hide your name."

We can’t wait to meet you and share the joy of learning Russian together!

Hi everyone!
We’re The Art of Russian team – Katia, Sandra, Olga, and Anna. We've been teaching Russian at our school for six years, and we're excited to invite you to our upcoming Zoom event dedicated to learning how to talk about transport in Russian – with real-life vocabulary, useful grammar (like the accusative and prepositional cases), and lots of speaking practice!
Who is this for?

1. If you already know some Russian and want to feel more confident using it in everyday conversations, this session is for you!
2. This meetup is perfect for A2-level learners who want to activate their knowledge and start speaking more freely.

What to expect:

• - This is a conversation-focused, interactive session – not a lecture! We aim to create a warm, open atmosphere and encourage participation.
• - We’ll be using breakout rooms to make sure you ACTUALLY USE NEW VOCABULARY AND GRAMMAR in real-time conversations.
• - We’d love to see your faces – please turn on your cameras if you can! (If you’re experiencing any technical difficulties, feel free to let the host know at the start.)
• - All you need is a cup of tea, a good mood, and maybe some note paper. ☺️☕️🧳

Try our FREE personal AI Russian tutor!
Sign up for a free 45 min assessment lesson with our expert Russian teacher.

Speakers:
Katia Artyushenko — Founder & Manager
Originally from Khabarovsk, Katia moved to San Francisco with Master’s degree in International Management. Inspired by the city's multicultural spirit, she began teaching Russian and found her true calling. After over 10 years in project management, she founded The Art of Russian to make language learning effective, engaging, and fun.
Sandra Kondrateva — Teacher (Adult Program)
Sandra started teaching Russian while traveling in Turkey, focusing on conversational skills to help learners feel confident in everyday situations. At The Art of Russian, she creates fun, interactive lessons with real-life dialogues. Outside the classroom, she hosts movie and game nights to boost speaking and listening skills. Sandra believes learning should be enjoyable — and that mistakes are part of the journey!
Olga Papusheva — Teacher (Adult Program)
Based in Ussuriysk, Russia, Olga has over two years of experience teaching Russian to Chinese-speaking students in both individual and corporate settings. With a background in translation and knowledge of Chinese and English, she tailors her lessons to each learner's needs. Olga values connection, support, and friendship in the learning process — helping students feel confident every step of the way.
Anna Chebotareva — Teacher (Adult Program)
Anna is from Voronezh, Russia. Graduated from the Faculty of Romance and Germanic Philology, she enjoys helping students discover the richness and subtlety of the Russian language. She especially values cross-cultural communication and learning together with her students.

📹 Recording Disclosure
"The Art of Russian has the right to record any hosted event. By registering for, or attending an event hosted by The Art of Russian, you are giving The Art of Russian consent to record and post recorded content containing your image, voice and/or name online. For remote events, you have the option to turn off your camera, mute your microphone and hide your name."

We can’t wait to meet you and share the joy of learning Russian together!
See you there.

We’re The Art of Russian team – Katia, Sandra, Olga, and Anna. We've been teaching Russian for over six years, and we love helping students move beyond textbooks and into real, spontaneous conversation.
This time, we’re inviting you to a very special event – a conversation club for those who already feel comfortable speaking Russian and are ready to go deeper.
Who is this for?

1. If you can express yourself in Russian and want to sound more natural, explore personal topics, and enjoy meaningful conversations — this is for you.
2. This session is best suited for confident B1–B2 level speakers (or higher).

What to expect:
This isn’t a grammar class — it’s a conversation space designed to help you:
🎯 Speak more freely and fluently
🗣️ Connect with others through shared stories
🎉 Have fun while practicing real-life Russian
You’ll get a chance to answer thought-provoking questions in small breakout rooms from four themed blocks:

• Work – What do you love or hate about your job?
• Holidays – How do you celebrate, relax, recharge?
• Travel – Your best trip? Your dream travel?
• This or That? – Tea or coffee? City or nature? Spontaneous or planned?

No right answers — just real talk in Russian.
We’d love to see your faces, hear your laughter, and learn more about you — in Russian.
All you need is a cup of tea and a curious mind. ☕🧠💬
We’ll bring the questions. You bring the stories.

Try our FREE personal AI Russian tutor!
Sign up for a free 45 min assessment lesson with our expert Russian teacher.

Speakers:
Katia Artyushenko — Founder & Manager
Originally from Khabarovsk, Katia moved to San Francisco with Master’s degree in International Management. Inspired by the city's multicultural spirit, she began teaching Russian and found her true calling. After over 10 years in project management, she founded The Art of Russian to make language learning effective, engaging, and fun.
Sandra Kondrateva — Teacher (Adult Program)
Sandra started teaching Russian while traveling in Turkey, focusing on conversational skills to help learners feel confident in everyday situations. At The Art of Russian, she creates fun, interactive lessons with real-life dialogues. Outside the classroom, she hosts movie and game nights to boost speaking and listening skills. Sandra believes learning should be enjoyable — and that mistakes are part of the journey!
Olga Papusheva — Teacher (Adult Program)
Based in Ussuriysk, Russia, Olga has over two years of experience teaching Russian to Chinese-speaking students in both individual and corporate settings. With a background in translation and knowledge of Chinese and English, she tailors her lessons to each learner's needs. Olga values connection, support, and friendship in the learning process — helping students feel confident every step of the way.
Anna Chebotareva — Teacher (Adult Program)
Anna is from Voronezh, Russia. Graduated from the Faculty of Romance and Germanic Philology, she enjoys helping students discover the richness and subtlety of the Russian language. She especially values cross-cultural communication and learning together with her students.

📹 Recording Disclosure
"The Art of Russian has the right to record any hosted event. By registering for, or attending an event hosted by The Art of Russian, you are giving The Art of Russian consent to record and post recorded content containing your image, voice and/or name online. For remote events, you have the option to turn off your camera, mute your microphone and hide your name."

See you soon,
— The Art of Russian team