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Arab Canadian Lawyers Association 10th Anniversary Celebration
Join ACLA, special guests and members of the Arab legal bar as we celebrate our 10th year. To purchase tickets please click here: https://www.picatic.com/ACLA10YearsCelebration Regular tickets: $35 Student and Ramadan tickets: $25 At the door: $40 (Pre-registration is strongly encouraged and appreciated) The evening is a great opportunity for members of the Arab legal community and other attendees from across the legal profession to come together to exchange ideas, contacts and celebrate in an informal and collegial atmosphere. Refreshments and…
Find out more »NAAP’s 3rd Annual Night of Giving: An Iftar Across America
Hello NAAP and friends! The 3rd annual #NightofGiving will take place this year on Thursday June 9th – in partnership w/Islamic Relief USA! Last year, six of our NAAP chapters hosted an iftar and we raised over $100,000 for charity and with your support we’re hoping to make an even bigger impact this year! Mark your calendar to break bread with friends & family and join our entire network to support a great cause! What: Night of Giving: Iftar Across…
Find out more »Smile’s Ramadan Gala – Celebrating 5 Years!
SMILE is a 501(c)(3) non-profit social service organization that works throughout the State of New Jersey. SMILE serves underprivileged communities through our programs which include the Smile Food Pantry, providing emergency assistance through our Zakat program, connecting clients to government resources, and spreading awareness about mental health. We seek to address sociocultural maladies that occur at every income level including but not limited to hunger, poverty, lack of access to healthcare, mental health issues and lack of access to the…
Find out more »Rasmea Defense Committee: All Out for Detroit June 13th
A little over two months ago, all of you supporters helped Rasmea and her defense committee win a huge victory, as the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals sent her case back to trial judge Gershwin Drain, saying he had wrongfully barred the testimony of a torture expert that was critical to the defense. At the trial, Rasmea was not allowed to tell the entire story of her arrest and forced confession by the Israelis in Palestine in 1969, when she…
Find out more »Arab American Generations Iftar
Please join the Arab American Institute for our annual Arab American Generations Iftar on Tuesday, June 14th at 8:00 pm. The month of Ramadan is a blessed time of the year in Islam where Muslims from around the world fast from sunrise to sunset for 30 days. Come break your fast with us and share a meal with fellow Arab American professionals in the DMV area. This year we will be fundraising for the Unite Lebanon Youth Project (ULYP). ULYP…
Find out more »Antiochian Orthodox’s 2016 Diocese of Miami Parish Life Conference
The 2016 Diocese of Miami Parish Life Conference will be hosted by St. Andrew Church in Pensacola, Florida. Dates are Wednesday to Saturday, June 15-18, 2016. Please check back for more information.
Find out more »Arabic Culture
Culture & Language Series: Arabic… Step into the rich tapestry of the ARABIC CULTURE. This THREE WEEKS series will focus on language, culture, cuisine, art, music and architecture of the region. Walk away with an understanding of the Arabic Culture and become knowledgeable about many aspects that make up this diverse culture. Thursdays: June 16-30 (3 week class)
Find out more »Special Living Right & Iftar
SPECIAL LIVING RIGHT & IFTAR Join us at a special “Living Right” class and iftar during the month of Ramadan, with Usama Canon Instructor: Usama Canon Where: University of Chicago, 1212 E 59th St, Chicago, IL 60637 When: Friday, June 17th, Class begins 7:00 pm, Iftar (Break of fast at sunset, 8:30 pm) Cost: Free, Registration required.
Find out more »Musical Encounters: Al-Bustan Takht meets Prometheus Chamber Orchestra (June 17th)
A cross-genre reinterpretation of works by Vivaldi, M. Abdel Wahab, Raphael Hernandez and Chick Corea. *Al-Bustan is committed to the highest-quality concert experience for our audience. Due to the length of our programs, children under 8 years of age are not permitted. We thank you for your understanding. With pre-concert percussion workshops for youth and adults led by master percussionist Hafez Kotain. Family Friendly #BYOD–Bring Your Own Drum Workshop | FREE | 4-5:30pm Before the concert at Church of the Advocate
Find out more »Workshop: The Music of Oum Kalthoum and Near/Middle Eastern Dance
SAVE THE DATE!! Jawhara of Chicago will be presenting this not to be missed workshop. Sponsored by Zahra Sagira. The Music of Om Kalthoum and Near/Middle Eastern Dance She was an Egyptian singer, songwriter, and actress known as “the Star of the East” (kawkab el-sharq). More than three decades after her death, she is still recognized as the Arab world’s most famous and distinguished singer of the 20th century. At a young age, she showed exceptional singing talent. Her father,…
Find out more »Cooking Class: Flavors of the Middle East
MAINE: Join Margie to learn how to bring the bold and exciting flavors of Middle Eastern Cuisine into your home. You will be introduced to versatile spices such as harissa, za’atar, and rose water and learn how to prepare several dishes from appetizers to dessert, many of which you will be able to take home and enjoy. Margie is an accomplished baker classically trained in the pastry arts at L’Academie Cuisine and under White House Pastry Chef, Ann Amernick. She has worked…
Find out more »Egypt Cancer Network Dallas Appreciation Iftar
On behalf of Egypt Cancer Network and 57357, we would like to honor you and thank you for all your support by inviting you to join us for an Appreciation Iftar on Saturday , June 18th, 2016. The Dallas community should be proud of all the support you have given us in the past. Your dedication and devotion to the cause continues to make our dreams come true. Please RSVP by June 12th, 2016. No tickets necessary. Limited Seated available.…
Find out more »Iftar on the Hudson!
Ticket Sales open Monday, April 25 at 12 NOON! We’ve priced at $249.00 per ticket to ensure no need for fundraising on the boat! However raffles and games will take place! All proceeds will benefit the incredible work being done by SMILE For Charity! — Iftar on the Hudson II Iftar on the Hudson was the first ever Ramadan dinner cruise in New York City. This year we wanted to celebrate Ramadan with our Father’s. Join us again for this…
Find out more »The Detroit PCRF 5th Annual Iftar Dinner
Save the date! Join the Detroit PCRF for our 5th Annual Iftar Dinner on June 19th at Greenfield Manor to help raise funds for the first Children’s Cancer Center in Gaza. Many cancer patients are prevented from receiving treatment in Gaza due to the lack of equipment and drugs for radiotherapy & chemotherapy. Cancer patients often die while waiting for a permit to travel outside for treatment due to Israeli restrictions. Building this cancer center will not only help save…
Find out more »Arabic Workshop: Intertextuality Interpretation as Collaborative Activity
Arabic Workshop: Intertextuality interpretation as Collaborative Activity Presenter: Abeer Aloush (UPENN) Location: Fisher – Bennett Hall, Room TBA, 3340 Walnut Street Philadelphia PA, 19104 About the Workshop: Current reading devices allow multiple readers to read the same text together, annotate the text, and share their annotations. The resulting practice is referred to as social reading. This new literacy practice violates many readers expectations of what it means to read based on a shared print culture (Baron, 2013). This presentation frames…
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Antiochian Orthodox’s 2016 Diocese of Toledo Parish Life Conference
The 2016 Diocese of Toledo Parish Life Conference will be hosted by the Basilica of St. Mary in Livonia, Michigan. Dates are Wednesday to Sunday, June 22-26, 2016. Please check back for more information.
Find out more »Film Screening: Syria’s Courageous Women
Last Thursday. Every month at Venice Arts! Women’s Voices on Screen features extraordinary films by and about women from around the world, developed by Women’s Voices Now and Venice Arts. This new, collaborative screening series reflects Venice Arts’ commitment to uplighting the voices of underrepresented communities around the world and Women’s Voices Now’s mission to amplify the voices of all women by promoting the free expression of women’s struggles for civil, economic, political, and gender rights. Watch the films. Join the conversation. Please join us for our…
Find out more »Oral History Workshop ~ San Antonio, Texas
For this reason, the Khayrallah Center for Lebanese Diaspora Studies and the Maronite Eparchy of Our Lady of Lebanon are offering a FREE workshop on collecting and preserving oral history and photographs within the community. Where: St. George Maronite Catholic Church (6070 Babcock Rd., San Antonio, Texas) When: Thursday, June 23, 2016 (9 am – 4 pm). Registration: required The workshop includes: Training: Learn to conduct oral history interviews and digitize materials with attention to ethics, technology and history; Digitizing Historical Documents: Put the training into practice by conducting interviews with local community members, and scanning…
Find out more »2nd Annual Heart Of America Belly Dance Festival & Competition
Cost: $70-399 USD For the 2nd Annual addition, direct from Egypt megastar Raqia Hassan & superstar Aziza of Cairo with guest teacher Lebanese Simon. The Heart of America Festival presents a unique cultural event for middle America bringing respected stars of middle eastern dance to teach and bring understanding of not only the technique of the dance, but also cultural understanding. The success of the 1st year of the Heart of America Festival was a satisfying milestone and set the…
Find out more »Tamra Henna at The Austin Belly Dance Convention 2016
Come to Tamra Henna’s workshop at The Austin Belly Dance Convention June 24-26, 2016! Between now and January 3, 2016, submit any level TAX DEDUCTIBLE GIFT to the Austin Belly Dance Convention (June 24-26. 2016) and take the exclusive opportunity to register for the ABDC 2016 workshops before everyone else. http://www.theabdc.com/Donate.html Open registration starts January 4, 2016: http://www.theabdc.com/Registration.html Saturday, June 25: 10:00 am-12:00 pm: Raising Cane: Saidi vs. Lebanese Cane Technique, Style, and Combinations Do you automatically think Egyptian Saidi…
Find out more »Convoy of Hope Indianapolis: Community Outreach
Location Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center Cost: Free Phone: 317-591-5050 Organization: Convoy of Hope
Find out more »Children’s Eid Arts & Crafts Day – A Family Event! -Ontario
CANADA, ONTARIO: Get ready for Eid! Make it a time to celebrate! Children will work with their parents on their own special masterpiece to take home in time for Eid. A special day for the whole family! There will be two sessions (morning and afternoon). All ages and abilities are welcome! We encourage familes to come and work together (but in case you can’t, please note that children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult). The event is free of charge – but we do…
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14th Annual Al-Bustan Camp for Children (K-5th grade)
This year will be our 14th annual Al-Bustan Summer Camp 2016 for children in K-5th grade. This is a summer arts day camp where children will learn about Arab arts and culture through percussion, singing, visual art, and nature lessons integrated with Arabic language. This is year’s nature/science theme is related to “food and herbs growing in our garden”. Everyday is filled with indoor and outdoor activities where students develop new skills, make new friends, and explore nature around the…
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Antiochian Orthodox’s 2016 Diocese of Charleston/New York Parish Life Conference
The 2016 Diocese of Charleston and Diocese of New York Parish Life Conference will be hosted by St. Mary Church (Johnstown, PA) and St. Michael Church (Greensburg, PA), and will be held at the Antiochian Village. Dates are Wednesday to Sunday, June 29-July 3, 2016. Please check back for more information.
Find out more »Canada Day Iftar Dinner and Fundraiser
CANADA, TORONTO: Join us at our Canada Day Iftar! During our blessed month of Ramadan we are hosting some Syrian refugees who have just arrived in Canada. Come join us as we celebrate both fasting and Canada day! We also aim to bring awareness to our water wells to give people sustainable drinking water. We have joined together again with Muslim Water Fund to help with the fundraiser. We have invited Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Mayor John Tory and Mayor Bonnie Crombie and other local MPs.…
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GRAND EID BAZAAR PLANO / DALLAS
TEXAS: After great success in California , and Houston now we are coming to Dallas more than 40 vendors under one roof Designers and vendors from Houston, Dallas, Chicago,California, Pakistan and India will be showcasing the latest Eid collections and fashions of the season FOR BOOTHS CONTACT ANNIE: (559)801-6912
Find out more »Eid Expo 2016
ILLINOIS: Eid Expo 2016 is an opportunity for the Muslim community in the Chicago area to celebrate Eid together in a festive environment, with activities for the entire family. Eid Expo 2016 is organized by the Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago (CIOGC) and the Islamic Food and Nutrition Council of America (IFANCA®) and managed by the American Pan Islamic Community Council (APICC). This two-day event will include two timings for the Eid prayers, a variety of food vendors, fun activities and…
Find out more »Arab American Business Association Networking Group Meeting
ILLINOIS: Join us for our Arab American Business Association Networking Group Meeting. The Arab American Business Association is excited to invite business professional to our networking meeting. The meeting is designed to promote the participating businesses through networking and referrals. Agenda: 7:15 Informal networking 7:30 Announcements about any other networking events relevant to the group 7:35 Sixty-Second Infomercials 7:58 10-Minute Presentations 7:52 5-Minute Round Table Discussion on a preselected topic 8:09 Referrals / Testimonial / Thank-you’s for closed business 8:22 Announcements,…
Find out more »The Majlis at Dubai World Trade Centre
Located at the Dubai World Trade Centre, The Majlis is an annual event that takes place during the month of Ramadan. Take part in the daily Iftaar and Suhoor by enjoying some exquisite fine dining by world class chefs from DWTC. The Iftaar will be served at 7pm to 9pm daily and will be followed by Suhoor, which is a la Located at the Dubai World Trade Centre, The Majlis is an annual event that takes place during the month…
Find out more »St. Elias Middle East Cultural Festival in Syracuse
NEW YORK: St. Elias Middle Eastern Festival is the place to be this July for authentic, healthy and made-from-scratch food.Our fresh food menu includes shish Kebabs (skewered beef tenderloin), Shawerma (chicken or beef wrap with tangy Tahini sauce), stuffed grape leaves and delicious homemade Hummus. Not to mention Tabouli, the staple of Middle Eastern cuisine, this salad is made of finely chopped parsley, tomatoes, onions and cracked wheat with a healthy dressing made of organic extra- virgin olive oil and lemon…
Find out more »Eid Al – Fitr Celebration at Rose! – LA
It will be a 3 day extravaganza at Rose Cafe to celebrate Eid Al Fitr! Here's the line-up: Thursday, July 7th: Sweetheart and Super Star Muhannad Khalaf Friday, July 8th: International Friday Nights with DJ Danny! Saturday, July 9th: DJ Rod and Star Singer Rabih Samaan! Make sure to RSVP 714-635-3333
Find out more »MEA 7th Annual Cultural and Music Festival
Special Performances by Juliana Jendo and Majid Kakka
Find out more »14th Annual Arab-American & North African Street Festival
Join us for the 14th Annual #ArabStreetFestival, a monumental occasion you won’t want to miss! Join us, rain or shine, to celebrate our culture, listen to great music, eat delicious food, do a little shopping and meet new people! What: 14th Annual Cultural Street Festival When: Saturday, July 9, 2016 Time: 11:00 AM-4:00 PM Location: Great Jones St. btw Broadway and Lafayette St. Subways: N,R,W @ Prince St., 6 @ Bleecker St., F, B, D @ Broadway-Lafayette To become a…
Find out more »ADC Cultural Festival, Washington DC
In 2015, ADC hosted the inaugural National Arab-American Cultural Festival and more than 5,000 people were in attendance. This year, we are working to attract even more people and hope you will be among them! ADC is proud to present the festival because it creates a space for Arab Americans to celebrate and learn about their heritage, while also providing a chance for people who are unfamiliar with our community to learn about Arab culture. Sponsors and vendors: many opportunities…
Find out more »Eid Festival – California
For further information call- 805-619-8343 Send email inquiries to- bil@eidfestival.net
Find out more »Holiday Party – Tampa, Florida
Join us Saturday July the 9th, it is the biggest party in town Holiday Party @ Babylon Hookah Lounge ll starting 9:00 pm Address: 8130 W Waters Ave Tampa FL, 33615 Tampa Super Start Mohannad Al Hindawi International Music DJ T-Moh Lute & Guitar legend Salah Belly Dancer Azeera Valuable gifts & raffle Prizes $25 Per Person Indoor Seating Hookah available (18+ To Smoke) Babylon II Specials Don't miss it guys ... Powered by: MediaKing Five Stars Band Babylon Management…
Find out more »10th Annual Arab American Bazaar – Brooklyn
NEW YORK: It’s that time of year again. Join the Arab American Association of New York and thousands of attendees throughout the day for the 10th Annual Bay Ridge Arab American Bazaar and Eid Celebration which will be held at the beautiful Shore Road Park in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn. We have a lot to be proud of as a community so let’s come together and celebrate our beautiful cultures and heritage. A family fun day full of musical performances from across…
Find out more »Eid Lunch Presented by Bergen Events
Join us for a unique event that is designed to cater to people of all ages. Biagios Terrace Banquet Hall is a highly sought after venue in Northern New Jersey known for its grand events. We will be maintaining the elegance of this hall, while adding a very large kid friendly section play area consisting of bounce houses and other entertainment. We will also be having entertainment for young adults. Come see what all the excitement is about for yourself!
Find out more »Documentary – “The Occupation of the American Mind: Israel’s Public Relations War in the United States” – Arlington
A film by the Media Education Foundation, narrated by Roger Waters Arlington Central Library 2nd Floor Meeting Room 1015 N Quincy St, Arlington, VA “The Occupation of the American Mind: Israel’s Public Relations War in the United States” A film by the Media Education Foundation, narrated by Roger Waters Saturday, July 10, 2016, 6 – 8 pm. Arlington Central Library 2nd Floor Meeting Room 1015 N Quincy St, Arlington, VA 22201 Sponsored by Jewish Voice for Peace - DC Metro…
Find out more »Arab Arts & Culture Course for Educators 2016
In July 2016 Al-Bustan is pleased to offer another professional development course for Music and Arabic Language Educators. The course is designed to encourage cross-disciplinary teaching and integrate Arab arts and cultural themes across music and language curricula. Participants will obtain hands-on training with educational resources on aspects of Arab arts and culture. As past participants have noted the need for more beginner-level material, the course will include a repertoire of songs that can be used for a range of…
Find out more »Resettlement Group Seminar: Get to know Syrian and Iraqi culture
CANADO-ONTARIO: Join us to get to discover Syrian and Iraqi Culture. The Resettlement Group (RG) seminar is an opportunity for parish refugee committees and volunteers to share and learn from each other’s experiences and best practices to deal with different integration needs of newcomers in our parish communities. You will gain greater understanding of needs of refugees and the best way to manage their expectations, while building trust and setting the rules of your support. The RG seminar will enable refugee committees…
Find out more »24th Annual Concert of Colors
The Concert of Colors is metro Detroit’s free annual diversity-themed music festival. It is produced by the Arab American National Museum with partners Detroit Symphony Orchestra, Detroit Institute of Arts, Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, ACCESS, Midtown Detroit Inc. and University of Michigan – Detroit Center. The goal of this five-day festival is uniting metro Detroit’s diverse communities and ethnic groups by presenting musical acts from around the world. Over its 23-year history, the festival has become…
Find out more »Concert of Colors – Forum on Community, Culture and Race – Michigan
THURSDAY, JULY 14, 2016 The Annex @ Arab American National Museum 13624 Michigan Ave. Dearborn, MI 48126 6:30 p.m. Forum on Community, Culture & Race Artists Speak: Water is Life Speakers, performers TBA FREE; RSVP requested at www.bit.ly/COC16Forum Food + Drink TBA
Find out more »Middle Eastern Festival – Minnesota
St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church in West St. Paul hosts its 9th Annual Middle Eastern Festival on July 15th, 16th, and 17th, 2016. Highlights include Middle Eastern cuisine, live entertainment, a traditional marketplace, a silent auction, games for children, and camel rides. Admission is FREE! The menu includes authentic homemade Middle Eastern cuisine using the finest ingredients made just for you! Our selections include: roast lamb, grilled chicken, falafel, hummus, gyros, tabouli, homemade traditional pastries, our famous Syrian bread, and…
Find out more »Halal Fest and Eid Celebration – Fremont California
Sat. July 16th, 2016 New Location: 40451 Albrae Street, Fremont, CA Join us for the 4th Annual Halal Food & Eid Festival happening on Saturday July 16th, 2016 at a new location this year: 40451 Albrae Street (large parking lot behind "World Furniture") near Stevenson Blvd in Fremont, CA! We have also extended our event hours to 10pm this year! Event Features: Large Ferris Wheel & other Carnival Rides & Games Diverse Range of Halal Food Stalls & Halal Food…
Find out more »Arabian Night Special – London
Arabian Night– a monthly showcase in London. In the heart of this cosmopolitan city, deep in its very fabric, lies a pulse – a thriving, vibrant pulse of activity, as constant as the river. There are all sorts of activities going on, from the mainstream to the fringe. Zoom in a little further: over buildings, passed the quiet blue waters of the Thames, through dank streets of grey and concrete, and you’ll get to a door. Through the door, a…
Find out more »Semper Idem – Forever Unchanged Art & Fashion Sale by Omar Joseph Nasser-Khoury
The Arab British Centre is pleased to announce Semper Idem, a unique sale event of art works by renowned Palestinian artist Omar Joseph Nasser-Khoury. This is a rare opportunity to acquire limited edition fine art prints, including works from collaborations with Tarek Moukaddem and Malcolm Crowthers, one off pieces including capes, shawls and totes, design byproducts/3d sketches, and much more. This is also a unique occasion to meet with the artist in a relaxed atmosphere and learn more about Omar…
Find out more »Roast for Reclaim C hildhood – Boston
MASSACHUSETTS: Join us at Pier 4 in Charlestown for five hours of all you can eat BBQ, all you can drink craft beer, and most importantly, fundraising to benefit sports camps for refugee girls in the Middle East! We’re bringing the party to Boston for the first time, and we can’t wait to party with y’all! Ipswich Ale is driving a tapmobile onto the pier, Street Chalk will be pumping hits, and we’ll be bringing all the slow cooked barbecue goodness…
Find out more »Speed Sisters @ Liverpool Arab Arts Festival 2016
The Speed Sisters are the first all woman race car driving team in the Middle East. Grabbing headlines and turning heads at improvised tracks across the West Bank, the women have sped their way into the heart of the gritty, male-dominated Palestinian street car-racing scene. Weaving together their lives on and off the track, Speed Sisters is at once an intimate study of the lives of five extraordinary women, and a wider commentary on their socio-political context. Tickets £5 - WHEN Thursday, July 21, 2016 from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM (BST) - WHERE FACT…
Find out more »Iftar + Convert-sations
GEORGIA, ATLANTA: Ramadan Mubarak!With the help of generous supporters, and in collaboration with The Muslim Mix, we are proud to announce that we will be hosting our annual iftar series this Ramadan! If you are a convert/ revert, interested in Islam, new to the ATL, or just want to meet some cool new people , join us every Thursday during Ramadan to break bread in an intimate setting.Come share your time with us. Come share a plate with us. Come enjoy each…
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Cultural Celebration and Reception at the Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA: Join us for a Cultural Celebration and Reception at the Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia. As the birthplace of civilization and the intersection of three continents, Saudi Arabia enjoys a rich and varied history, from clothing and food to culture and religion. Join Professionals in the City for an exclusive visit to the Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia in D.C. and step into the fascinating and storied land. The event includes a diplomatic greeting, cultural slide show of the…
Find out more »Tarabband – Live in London
Arts Canteen & MTA Production present Tarabband Nominated and awarded as 2014’s “Tradition bearer” and “Best crossover” at the “Swedish World Music Awards” Tarabband presents Arabic music influenced largely by other music styles; Middle eastern and Nordic Folk & Traditional music, Jazz, Persian and Latin, resulting in the band’s own original sound and compositions. Tarabband’s base is the Swedish city Malmö, where cultures from all over the world interacts and melt into each other, creating an interesting cultural spot in…
Find out more »Freedom Hour – Love Bombs and Apples @ Liverpool Arab Arts Festival
A comic and poignant work from award winning playwright Hassan Abdulrazzak (Baghdad Wedding, The Prophet), this one-man play is extremely funny with a sharp cutting edge for today’s multicultural Britain. Love, Bombs and Apples is the tale of four men, each from different parts of the globe, all experiencing a moment of revelation. This event will be an open discussion event following Love, Bombs and Apples, reflecting on the piece and exploring its themes and ideas. WHEN Friday, July 22, 2016 from 8:45 PM to 9:30 PM (BST) WHERE The Bluecoat - School Lane,…
Find out more »2016 Arab Festival
Save the date! The Arab Festival for 2016 is coming in July! More information coming soon.
Find out more »Santa Cruz Arabic Music Week 2016
Third annual Santa Cruz Arabic Music Week directed by Elias Lammam will take place July 23-31 at Desert Dream Studio in Santa Cruz, CA. The weeklong event includes concerts on Saturday, July 23 and July 31, morning and afternoon classes in Arabic music, singing, percussion, music theory (maqamat), performance and arrangement techniques, performing to accompany singers and/or dancers, and more, plus evening classes in various types of dance using Arabic music, including Egyptian style belly dance, etc. Dance classes will…
Find out more »Hijab In The Garden – New Jersey
NEW JERSEY: A Garden Gathering with women. Please donate a Khimar/garment for new shahadas and sisters in need. $15.00 Contact Tahirah (973) 412 4225, Maryam(973) 757- 4172, Myrtha(862) 368-8547. Sisterhood, Community Service, Dawah Insha Allah
Find out more »Islamic Heritage Festival 2016 – Philadelphia
PENNSYLVANIA: {Islamic Heritage Festival} 7/23 – Saturday, July 23 @ 2pm to 8pm (Rain or Shine) Columbus Blvd. & Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pa FESTIVAL @ PENN’S LANDING Entertainment & Fun for the whole family! Games for children, Health Fair, Fashion Show, Speakers, Free Giveaways, Exhibits, Bazzar and more!
Find out more »Friends Forever 5K Peace Walk and Fun Run – Bloomington, Illinois
ILLINOIS: Join us for the Friends Forever 5K Peace Walk and Fun Run –from the Moses Montefiore Temple to the Islamic Center of Bloomington-Normal. Our 2016 delegation of 10 Jewish and Arab teens from Israel will partipate! Please join us to: Welcome our Friends Forever teens to central Illinois! Learn about an innovative, practical approach to building friendships across cultures Support the cause of peaceful relations in the MiddleEast and here at home–without leaving town! Impact the future of this…
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6th Annual Beirut Nights Enchanted ‘Fantasea’ Party Yacht Party 2016 – CA
Join us for the 6th Annual Beirut Nights Enchanted Fantasea Yacht Party celebrating Beirut Nights 10 years Anniversary! Coming July 23rd. 2016 in Marina Del Rey, Ca.
Find out more »Middle Eastern Music Introduction at AGBG – Austin, Texas
The Club is pleased to offer a unique cultural event for our members. Professor Sonia Seeman from the University of Texas will be leading a trio of performers who will be playing a variety of pieces from the Middle East and providing an overview of the history and context for the music. The event will be held at The ABGB and represents a unique opportunity for Club members to get introduced to this vibrant cultural heritage. We hope to see…
Find out more »Arabic Influences on African Languages – NAPS 2016
Join LaPolyglotte in Montréal this Summer at Concordia University Have you ever wondered about why there are so many Arabic words within many African languages? During my presentation, we will discuss the origins of Arabic’s influence on African languages. The focus of my presentation will be specifically on Wolof, Fulani & Swahili.
Find out more »Zam Zam Water – Gala for Gaza, Fremont
CALIFORNIA: Join us for the 2nd annual Zam Zam Water: Gala for Gaza. A special night in honor of our accomplishments over the course of the past year and welcoming our brand new project: Zam Zam In Gaza. Our project will be dedicated to providing clean, fresh water to 9,880 students at 5 different United Nation primary schools in Gaza, Palestine. Join us for a night filled with authentic Palestinian food, entertainment, and festivities.
Find out more »Nourhan Sharif 14th Annual Belly Dance Week – Connecticut
Bring your dance to the next level! 25 - 29 July 2016: 25 hrs of training - VIP PACKAGE Gala Night Performance - 30 July 2016
Find out more »Arshia Haq Radio Discostan in Los Angeles
CALIFORNIA: Discostan presents musical narratives from Eastern Europe, North Africa, the Middle East, South and Southeast Asia and eastward to the edge of the earth from Beirut to Bangkok via Bombay. Narrative threads include migration, celebration, warfare, nostalgia, homeland, borders, often within realms of Islamic influence, through the lenses of timeless traditional forms, the kaleidoscopic reinventions of pop culture, and everything in between and beyond. Most simply, Discostan is a love letter to the Dis-Orient. Host Arshia Haq is a Los…
Find out more »MONDAY OPEN MIC POETRY – WASHINGTON DC
WASHINGTON, DC: Monday Night Open Mic! A Busboys and Poetry Event. For two hours audiences can expect a diverse chorus of voices and a vast array of professional spoken word performers, open mic rookies, musicians and a different host every week. Tickets purchased in store are cash ONLY – $5 HOSTED BY: AMIN DREW LAW Amin “Drew” Law is a nationally touring performance poet and writing facilitator . Amin looks to connect his Palestinian roots and American upbringing through art. A three-time member of…
Find out more »Patio Party! – Ferndale, Michigan
Come join the AAWBC for a fun and refreshing summer patio party. Enjoy appetizers, ice breaker games, and an entertaining night out with friends! Tuesday, July 26th, 2016 5:30 p.m.
Find out more »Seattle Benefit Dinner
Join ANERA at Harissa Mediterranean Cuisine on Tuesday, July 26, from 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM for a special benefit dinner and presentation featuring LIVE music from Palestinian artist Hanna Eady!Proceeds from this event will go where they’re most needed: to help refugees in Lebanon go back to school, to give farmers in Gaza the tools they need to revitalize their fields, to fill the shelves of charitable clinics in West Bank villages with medicines, and much more! This evening is…
Find out more »The Arab American Institute Presents: Ahlan Wa Sahlan Philly
AAIF, together with our Philadelphia Host Committee, is throwing a neighborhood block party in the heart of south Philadelphia. The party, featuring Arabic food and entertainment brings together delegates with the local Philadelphia community for a cultural celebration.
Find out more »The Arab American Institute Presents: The Untenable Status Quo: U.S. Policy Options for Palestine/Israel
During this forum, panelists will discuss the policy decisions that await the future administration with regards to the Palestinian-Israeli conflict.
Find out more »Raif Shwayri discusses book, Beirut on the Bayou, NY
AUTHOR'S PRESENTATION & BOOK SIGNING Join us for a fascinating evening with Raif Shwayri discussing his new book, Beirut on the Bayou, which weaves a people's history of Lebanon with the personal storytelling of a family saga. From the Fertile Crescent that was Syria to the Crescent City that is New Orleans, the saga of the Shwayri family reflects the experiences of those Lebanese who walked the path of immigration to the United States, as well as those who stayed behind-or…
Find out more »Refugee Volunteer Training – Kent, Washington
This is training for volunteers who wish to come alongside new refugee families in Western Washington. We will be learning about – who refugees are, where they are coming from and why, what their lives are like here in the states, and what it looks like for the Church and local community to come alongside them in Western Washington.Attendees must RSVP to the training. There are a limited number of spots available.
Find out more »Refugee Relief Dinner & Reading – Richmond, Maine
Share a meal, hear a story, and change the world. Enjoy simple Syrian dishes at 5 p.m. followed by author Marcus Doe sharing his experience as a Liberian refugee. Suggested $10 donation. Profits benefit Syrian refugees. Book, “Catching Ricebirds” for sale. Bring a friend, fill a table! Richmond Church of the Nazarene, 91 Alexander Reed Rd. For reservations, reply here or email: meadow@meadowrue.com
Find out more »Mezze by Mediterranean Imports. A Lebanese Tasting Experience! – Ohio
Join us for an unforgettable night of food, fun and family at Findlay Market. We will be celebrating Lebanese food and culture with tasting stations surrounding the Findlay Market Beer Garden. $10 gets you 3 tastings; each additional tasting is $5 and the full tasting is available for $35. Wine and beer will be available for purchase, and we’ll dance to Lebanese Pop Music. Tasting Tables! Olives and Cheese Sampler A selection of our finest olives and cheese from all…
Find out more »Refugee Adjustment Day – Portland, Oregon
We are looking for volunteers to sign up for at least one shift on the day—you are welcome to sign up for more. Please email refugee@cccoregon.org with your interest to volunteer. Shifts available: 8:30 am-11:30 am, 11:30 am-2:30 pm, 2:30 pm-5:30 pm, 5:30 pm-8:30 pm (wrapping up services and cleaning up) Volunteer positions include: · Greeter (1) · Volunteer Leads–coverage/floating help, orientation for each shift, communicate with CC staff (2) . Volunteer Registration/Sign In · Refugee Registration/Sign In (2) ·…
Find out more »NANO-MED Workshop – Georgia
Presenters Include Rami Arfoosh, MD, FCCP, FAASM John Francis MD, PhD Heval Kelli, MD Omar Lattouf, MD, PHD, FACC, FACS Mary Elizabeth Sexton, MD The Nano-Medical School conference provides high school and college students interested in pursuing careers in medicine with unique and personalized insights from nationally acclaimed physicians who specialize in a diverse array of fields. Speakers will share their medical career journeys, motivational stories, intriguing case studies, as well as provide a step-by-step guide to successfully prepare for…
Find out more »People to People Library for Debunking Myths About Muslims – Lawndale, CA
Our Host for this Event: Kisha Mays, Founder of We Are Fearless and United Kisha Mays is a Successful Entrepreneur and Founder of Just Fearless, Visionary Global Business Development Strategist, Best Selling Author, Inspirational Speaker, and so much more. Her primary focus is on helping to develop more successful multi-million dollar global female owned businesses through her company Just Fearless. She always pays it forward by supporting non-profits worldwide that specifically support & empower women and girls. She has recently…
Find out more »Women Hack Syria – San Francisco, CA
When families arrive in a different country, ensuring that they get proper information in a language they can understand is vital. Interpreters are in short supply, and the team on the ground needed a solution to share accurate and accessible information. We partnered up with UNHCR, Mercy Corps, volunteers from Google, and Translators Without Borders to develop an app called “Translation Cards” to make sure refugees are not lost in translation.The app is already available on Google Play Store, but…
Find out more »Master Class with Shahrzad Khorsandi: Classical Persian Dance
Born and raised in Iran, Shahrzad has been passionately involved in dance since childhood. She studied Dance and Performance Art at the California Institute of the Arts, and she holds a BA in Dance, as well as an MA in Creative Arts from San Francisco State University. Her dance training includes Modern, Jazz, Ballet, West African, Afro-Haitian, Congolese, and an introduction to Senegalese, Balinese and Flamenco. Drawing upon her deep familiarity of authentic Persian dance, her formal dance training,…
Find out more »Intimate Summer Showcase Featuring Tamalyn Dallal – Covington
LOUISIANA: Our Intimate Summer Showcase will feature performances by: Tamalyn Dallal, Lady Morrighan, Lindory Dyson of Tribal Happenings, Stef Kamp, Leigh Blanchard, Karla Marie Cochran and her lovelies of Shimmy Shakti, a special Persian Dance performance from participants of Tamalyn’s workshop at Crescent Lotus Dance Studio, SPECIAL GUEST emcee and local favorite comedian Iina Ester….. and many more!
Find out more »Perspectives on Syria and the Middle East – San Diego, CA
The calamitous Syrian Conflict continues unabated, and despite recent initiatives to broker a peaceful resolution among the combatants and their supporters, prospects remain pessimistic. The Syrian government and its military forces are on one side, with disparate rebel factions as well as ISIS fighting against them, each with its own agenda. Retired American Diplomat, George Novinger will offer his perspectives on those involved and thoughts on what the future might bring to this troubled country as well as the Middle…
Find out more »Seeds of Al-Bireh 2016 Official Convention
Join us for a fun‐filled, exciting and action‐packed weekend at the 2016 Al Bireh Convention in Chicago, IL. The convention will begin on Friday, August 5th, and be underway until Sunday, August 7th.
Find out more »Dr. Mohana Rajakumar presents “Basics for aspiring writers” – Atlanta, GA
A 2HR WORKSHOP FOR ASPIRING WRITERS AT THE ALIF INSTITUTE
Find out more »Saint Rafka Church Festival – Livonia, MI
Michigan! Mark your calendars this August 6th and 7th for the Annual Saint Rafka Church Festival! There will be delicious homemade Middle Eastern food, live music, dancing, and children’s activities the whole family can enjoy! We’ll have live music from Exit 69, Elias Haddad, the Locals and Usama Baalbaki. Parking and admission are free! For more info, visit our Saint Rafka Festival Website
Find out more »39th Annual Lebanese Heritage Days Festival 2016
PENNSYLVANIA 39th Annual Lebanese Heritage Days Festival 2016│ It’s that time of year again. Mark your calendars for the largest Lebanese festival in the tri-state area. Come enjoy some great food, drinks, dancing and music with us. We offer air-conditioned church hall with a large food selection and plenty of outdoor chairs and tables with covered tents for shade. Come out and join us for the annual festivities. Saturday, August 6th from 5pm to Midnight Sunday, August 7th from 11am…
Find out more »Star Singer Ahmad Hatoum – Florida
FLORIDA: Star singer Ahmad Hatoum & band Saturday August 6 Enjoy a wonderful night of authentic Arab Music & Dance!
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AAHC 10 th Annual Golf Outing – Grand Blanc, Michigan
FEATURING 18 Holes of golf, with cart Four Person Scramble On-Course contest Men’s, Women’s, & Mixed Team Flights SCHEDULE: Shotgun Start at 10:00 a.m. Lunch at the Turn Banquet & Prizes at 3:00 p.m. Questions: Please call (810) 235-2722 Email: Abeer@aahcflint.org
Find out more »Silk Road Ensemble with Yo-Yo Ma
The historical Silk Road, a series of land and sea trade routes that crisscrossed Eurasia, enabled the exchange of goods and innovations from Japan to the Mediterranean Sea for some 2,000 years, until the 14th century. With its artistic director Yo-Yo Ma, the Silk Road Ensemble returns to Tanglewood for another fascinating and wide-ranging traversal of music. For further ticket info - 888-266-1200
Find out more »IMES and TeachMideast Educator Workshop, Teaching the Middle East: Through Art, Music, and Culture – Washington, DC
WASHINGTON DC: The Institute for Middle East Studies and TeachMideast invite you to attend our upcoming educator workshop, “Teaching the Middle East Through Art, Music and Culture.” This workshop will help K-12 educators develop strategies to look beyond the dominant narratives of conflict and violence in the Middle East and instead teach students about the region through its wide array of peoples and cultures. Along with presentations from leading scholars, we will engage discussions and activities, and distribute information to…
Find out more »Feminist politics, poetics, and journalism: Female entrepreneurs and challenging gender norms in Little Syria – New York
Scholar and professor Elizabeth Saylor discusses the life of Afifa Karam, a Lebanese-American immigrant who was an early advocate for women’s rights in the Arab community. This event is free but RSVP is required due to limited seating. RSVP at visitorcenter@records.nyc.gov
Find out more »Scheherazade & 1001 nights- Arabic/Persian Party – Raleigh, NC
Come join us to celebrate Mosaic’s Scheherazade & 1001 Nights with belly dancing and groves never heard before at Mosaic; expect Persian, Arabic, Turkish, Moroccan, Sephardic and Indian beats. This monthly event will take place the Second Thursday of each month alongside the themed Thursday Russian, Latin and House nights. What to wear: Beautiful urban and sexy attire to heat the dance floor What to drink: Signature Mosaic and beaucoup de Champagne How to dance: Belly dancing moves and hand clapping all…
Find out more »Journey Through Egypt – Kentucky
This Intensive weekend with Certification is an advanced “basic” overview, within which we set a strong base for our future research and specializations. We aim to study and understand each dance zone’s movement with the perspectives of: authentic non-professional “home-style” dance, local indigenous professional performers,regional governate troupes, national government theater-stage troupes: both Reda and Kowmeyya, as represented in Cairo’s Night Club Orientale Dance shows. 16,17,18 AUGUST - 3 DAY EVENT !!!
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