During the month of May, West Hollywood presents Russian Arts and Culture Month, a tribute to the Russian-speaking community that represents approximately 11 percent of the city’s population.

From May 18-24, the “Exiles, Protesters, Envoys” photography exhibit will display the Russian-speaking community’s history at the West Hollywood Community Center at Plummer Park, 7377 Santa Monica Blvd.

The 18th annual Russian Arts and Culture Festival and Gala will be held from noon to 7 p.m. on Sunday, May 19, at Plummer Park. For information, call (323)848-6501, or email westhollywoodrussianfest@weho.org.

For information, contact West Hollywood’s Russian Community Outreach Coordinator Tatiana Rodzinek at (323) 848-6826 or trodzinek@weho.org, or visit weho.org/russian.