Matt Katz/WNYC NPR The fireplace is on. A couple of westies are running around excitedly. And two tables are set in the dining room. The dinner party on this brisk winter night in Maplewood, N.J., has a distinctly foreign flare: chicken shawarma and falafel are on the menu. And while the conversation includes typical talk … Continued
BY: Kristina Perry/Contributing Writer RIO: As the Olympic excitement gears up, and teams are officially announced, Arab Americans have more reason to look forward to the events. This year’s Olympic team consists of many Arab Americans, in a variety of events. While Arab Americans are heavily represented in academic fields as doctors, lawyers, and professors, … Continued
Most ethnic groups get their own month to celebrate their culture. What do Arab-Americans get? “Orange alert,” jokes comedian Dean Obeidallah. An American born in New Jersey to a Palestinian father and Italian-American mother, Obeidallah turned to comedy to fight the suspicion and ignorance he encountered in the wake of the Sept. 11 attacks. In … Continued
Samaher Mohammad has come a long way. As the proprietor of a small Dearborn boutique, she’s designing custom dresses and jewelry for Zaynini Fashion International Inc., her clothing line. Born and raised in that city, the 27-year-old fashion designer planned to be a teacher. Then a job at the mall changed her life. That’s where … Continued
On April 16, the Board of Directors of the American Arab Chamber of Commerce held elections. President and CEO of Omnex Accounting Ahmed Chebbani was elected as the Chairman of the Board. He replaces outgoing Chairman James Allen. “The Chamber and the larger community will continue to work on many more entrepreneurial endeavors involving Jim’s … Continued
An Arab-American Women Conference is scheduled for March 12-15, 2009 at Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas. Scholars from around the world will address a variety of topics, including issues of gender, identity, health, assimilation, experiences, challenges, and accomplishments. This is the first scholarly conference on Arab-American women and should, therefore, fill a gap in … Continued
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