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CHANTILLY, VA   Join us for a delightful evening of coffee and cake, a tour of our mosque, and meaningful conversations with Muslims of Ahmadiyya(...)

Arab American Bar Association of MA: Boston Little Syria Walking Tour

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China Trade Gate Boston, MA Explore the rich history of Boston's Little Syria on a walking tour led by Chloe Bordewich, co-founder of the Boston(...)

Reporting from Lebanon: A Conversation with Journalist Paul Hefel-James

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AMESBURY, MA Join us for an in-person conversation about reporting from the region, the human cost of conflict and where Lebanon is headed. Paul Hefel-James(...)
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I Am Tony Khawam: A Modern Identity

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Mills Art Gallery 1650 North Mills Avenue Orlando, FL 32803   “I Am Tony Khawam: A Modern Identity” marks artist Tony Khawam’s exciting Orlando debut(...)

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littlefield Brooklyn, NY   A community gathering and fundraiser bringing together live music, poetry readings, a panel discussion, and a live auction! Overview Brooklyn Lives! is(...)

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DETROIT, MI A community conversation on strengthening Michigan’s creative economy, supporting small busine Meet the Candidate: Abdul El-Sayed Join The Creative Union, the American Arab(...)

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Silver Street Studios Houston, TX Sip, snack, and savor at our Riad High Tea Party. Surround yourself with Andalusian art, listen to Moroccan music, mingle(...)

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REGISTER HERE! For Immediate Release Washington, DC (June 24, 2026):  The Arab America Foundation is excited to announce the CONNECT Empowerment Summit(...)

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For Immediate Release Washington, DC (June 17, 2026): The Arab America Foundation announced today the awardees of its 40 Under(...)

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