ABOUT RSSA
Life Is better when
you have your people.
Louisville has a vibrant Russian-speaking community. The problem isn’t that the people aren’t here — it’s that finding each other and turning a quick introduction into a real friendship isn’t always easy.
That’s why we created the Russian-Speaking Society of America. RSSA brings people together and makes connecting easy. Instead of chasing meetups, organizing every weekend yourself, or wondering how to turn a chance conversation into an actual friendship, you become part of a community that’s already making plans.
Some weeks that might mean tea while the kids play. Other weekends, it’s dinner with friends, a trip to Huber’s, a holiday celebration, a festival, movie night, soccer and drinks, or meeting someone who becomes your regular golf partner.
We organize the calendar, create the gatherings, make the introductions, and help everyone feel welcome. You just show up.
And over time, something bigger happens.
Your children have friends they look forward to seeing.
You have people you can call for dinner on a Friday night.
Familiar faces become close friends.
Traditions get shared.
Russian is spoken.
Tea gets poured.
Stories get told.
And Louisville starts to feel a little more like home.
Whether you want a few great friends or a social calendar that’s overflowing, RSSA gives you a place to belong.
Come meet your people. We’ll take care of the introductions.
OUR TEAM
Volunteers who host the events, make the introductions, and keep it all running.
Natasha Adams
RSSA PRESIDENT
Natasha leads RSSA with a vision of connection, culture, and community. A Louisville local, she is passionate about bringing people together and creating a welcoming home for Russian speakers of all backgrounds.
Aleksandr Babajanov
Event Emcee
Aleksandr is the voice of our events and the heart of our community. He makes sure everyone feels welcome, introduces new members, and turns gatherings into meaningful connections and new friendships.
Yelena Babajanova
Event Coordinator
Yelena is the planner behind the scenes. From playdates to holiday celebrations, she ensures every detail is perfect so you can simply show up and enjoy the experience.
We’re not building an events club.
We’re building friendships.
Events simply give people a reason to walk through the door. What happens afterward is the reason RSSA exists.