Community Gathering: Baladna Palestinian Community of the PNW
2023-11-12 14:30 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | WA
On November 12th we will be hosting a community gathering in order to unify efforts in the Palestinian community and mobilizing for Gaza.
Who we are: Baladna Palestinian Community of the PNW
Where: Bothell King County Library
When: Sunday, November 12th at 2:30pm

Youth Interested in Public Policy (at MAPS)
2023-11-15 17:30 - 18:45 | Muslim Assocation of Puget Sounds (MAPS), 17550 NE 67th Ct, Redmond, WA, 98052, United States
Event this Friday right for youth interested in public policy from 5:30-6:45 in the MAPS conference room! DM for registration link or use the link on our story!

Honor Our Martrys: Falastine Vigil
2023-11-17 18:30 - 20:00 | Gas Works Park, 2101 N Northlake Way, Seattle, WA, 98103
6:30pm. Friday November 17th.
Join us at Gasworks Park in Seattle to honor our Falastine Martyrs.
Please bring flowers.

Yalla Nemshi! - Let's Walk!
2023-11-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Google Building C (Parking Lot), 747 6th Street South, Kirkland, WA, 98033, United States
A family walk, one Sunday each month. 10am – all levels welcome.
Meet on Google’s Kirkland Campus
You can park in the parking lot of Building C. Head down to the trail and meet us at the playground

Head down to the trail and meet us at the playground

Contact Nadera with questions: nadera0425@yahoo.com
This event is NOT rain or shine . . . only shine! For the safety of the older and younger participants, the walk will be cancelled if it rains.

We can walk and talk!

There is a community garden with mint, sage, parsley and more!

And find the Palestinian flag amongst all the other flags!

We See You: Community Feast
2023-11-19 17:30 - 21:00 | Washington Hall, 153 14th Ave, Seattle, WA, 98122
It takes a village to ensure we all feel seen, supported, and safe. It’s a tall order but we know that together, we can. We believe in the power that exists within the collective to co-create spaces of care.
This month, we’ve organized a very special healing event that centers around the idea of community care.In the wake of the violence taking place in Gaza, we want invite our community to come together to PRACTICE solidarity work in accessible ways.
On top of our signature free catered meals, free entertainment , healing services, and conscious community building work; this month we will have a few more offerings that may support us in living out our desires to be in solidarity.
There will be education spaces to learn more about the talking points and how to advocate, there will be a collective space for grief , there will be cultural performances and celebrations of Palestinian culture, sign creation, and opportunities to create self care kits for the core Palestinian organizers doing the important work here in seattle.
If you’d like to contribute to the self care kits, please bring items for between 15-30 people so we can construct the kits. Also reach out to us if you’d like to offer up any food , resources , or energy.
Look out for more info about all the amazing people involved in our collective action and the spaces we will create. Please share this post with people you feel might want to participate in our collective action and continue to build conscious community with us.

Arabgiving at Mamnoon (change of location!)
2023-11-21 18:00 - 21:00 | Mamnoon, 1508 Melrose Ave, Seattle, WA, 98122, United States
Celebrate Arabgiving with us at ZEITOON GRILL HOUSE in Kirkland!
Join us for a special Arabgiving celebration at ZEITOON GRILL HOUSE in Kirkland!
Let’s share a Thanksgiving feast with a Middle Eastern twist together and be thankful for what life has to offer.
What is Arabgiving?
Arabgiving is a time for Arabs to come together and celebrate their heritage and culture. It is also a time to give thanks for the blessings in our lives.
What can you expect at our Arabgiving event?

A delicious Thanksgiving feast.
A chance to connect with other Arabs in the community

When and where is the event?
The event will be held on Tuesday, November 21st at Mamnoon. Doors open at 6:00 PM.
We hope to see you there!
Please RSVP by November 16th.

First Ever Seattle SWANA Stitching Circle
2023-12-03 14:00 - 17:00 | Contact Host for Location Details
Join our first ever Seattle SWANA Stitching circle
Are you working on, curious about, or interested in participating in your SWANA (Southwest Asia and North Africa) region craft? (Palestinian Tatreez, Egyptian Khayamiya, Armenian Janyak, and any others!)
Are you looking for like-minded folk where you can share all parts of who you are, in an inclusive space?
Bring any SWANA region craft you’re working on and join us for an afternoon to craft, share food and beverages and build SWANA community, village style. Bring a story to share!
Don’t have a craft you are working on but are curious/ interested? Come anyway – while this is not a teaching space, we will help each other along – no matter the place we are in our craft journey.

Date: Sunday, December 3rd
Time: 2 – 5 pm
Location: Seattle, WA 98122, Contact seattleresistancetatreez@gmail.com to RSVP and get location details.
Food: Potluck style!

Contact hala.saleh@gmail.com to RSVP and get location details.
This event is co-organized by Hala Saleh and Milla Prince, who are Palestinian Tatreez artists living in the Northwest.

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AUB Alumni Holiday Dinner
2023-12-09 18:00 - 21:00 | Tanoor (Seattle), 803 Dexter Ave N, Seattle, WA
It’s that time of year again when we come together to celebrate the enduring bonds we’ve built at the American University of Beirut. As board members of the AUB Alumni PNW Chapter, we are excited to invite you to the AUB Alumni Holiday Dinner. It would be a memorable evening filled with nostalgia and reconnection.

Date: Saturday, Dec. 9
Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pm
Venue: Tannoor Grill (803 Dexter Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109)
Tickets: Adults 55$ and kids (<12) 25$

Ticket prices include the following:

– Chef’s choice offered with different variety of vegetarian and vegan, hot and cold appetizers
– Chef’s choice of their most popular Kabobs, which includes Lamb Kabobs, Beef Kabobs, Kafta Kabobs, Shish Tawook (Chicken Kabobs), with vegetarian/vegan options to be provided upon request at the time of the event. Plates can be refilled again if needed
– Chef’s choice of unlimited fresh baked pita bread served with traditional zaatar and olive oil
– 18% automatic gratuity as per restaurant policy for large size groups
– Room rental cost

This event is not aimed to be for-profit. AUB Alumni chapters are nonprofits and any profit made out of events sponsored by WAAAUB will be donated directly to AUB.

This event promises to be a remarkable opportunity to catch up with old friends, make new connections, and relive the cherished memories of our time at AUB. Whether you graduated last year or a few decades ago, the AUB spirit remains in us all.

You are welcome to invite friends and family as well. Everyone is welcome!

Please RSVP using the following registration link:

Registration for the Holiday Dinner

Please also note that as we navigate the difficulties and uncertainties that life has thrown our way, we recognize that many are facing even greater struggles. In the spirit of solidarity and giving back, AUB has set up a donation link to send humanitarian medical relief funds to our fellows in need. Your contribution can have a meaningful impact on the lives of those who are facing hardship. Together, we can provide the support needed for their relief and the community support we need from each other now more than ever.

Here is the donation link for the Gaza Humanitarian Medical Relief Fund

Please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns, we are happy to help in any way needed!

We hope to see you all at the delightful Alumni Holiday Dinner!

Sincerely, AUB Alumni BoT for the PNW chapter

President: Mona Yassine (503) 750-1332
Vice President: Abed Abla
Secretary: Nada Ramadan
Treasurer: Remi Fayad
Member at Large: Antoine Lahad Abinader
Member at Large: Bassem Bejjani
Member at Large: Khaled Salam
Member at Large: Nahla Bassil
Member at Large: Nazem Akoum

Weekly Peace Vigil
2023-12-22 16:30 - 18:00 | Vigil, 4th & Water St, Olympia, WA, 98501
Come join the weekly peace vigil hosted by Olympia Fellowship of Reconciliation. They invite us at to advocate for peace as we mourn the dead. We will bring signs. Or bring your own sign calling for an end to the genocide, and the end of U.S. funding for the Israeli military

Baladna Community Gathering for all
2023-12-23 18:30 - 22:00 | Washington Hall, 153 14th Ave, Seattle, WA, 98122
Welcome to Baladna’s first community gathering event!
We are honored to welcome you to this event to create space for our community to meet each other, build connections, support Palestinian businesses and eat delicious Palestinian food from Dreamland Foods and Al Basha Mediterranean Grill.
We believe that community building is an integral part of the resistance movement. We ask that you come with an open heart to learn, be in community with and support your Palestinian community of the PNW!
Note: This is a family friendly event. We are NOT charging for kids under the age of 12. In order to have an accurate headcount for food, please select the free ticket option for any children you are bringing under the age of 12.
Contact Us:
Instagram: Baladna.pnw
Facebook: Baladna
Email: baladnapnw@gmail.com

Weekly Peace Vigil
2023-12-29 16:30 - 18:00 | Vigil, 4th & Water St, Olympia, WA, 98501
Continue to stand peacefully with the Fellowship of Reconciliation (FOR), the Rachel Corrie Foundation for Peace and Justice, and others, as we grieve for the thousands of lives that have been lost and demand a permanent ceasefire, release of all hostages, protection of Palestinian civilians in both Gaza and the West Bank, and a stop to the genocide occurring in Gaza.
There will be signs. You’re welcome to bring your own.
The vigils continue through the holidays!

Winter Holiday Potluck Gathering
2023-12-30 18:00 - 21:00 | WA
Hey there! We’re throwing a Winter Holiday Potluck Gathering in Seattle on Saturday, December 30, kicking off at 6 p.m ❄️. Join us for some Supportive Rooftop Cozy Vibes at 1270 Dexter Ave N.
It’s just $10 to RSVP and secure your spot. Looking forward to meeting & getting to know you all!
Feel free to dm with any questions.
Link to RSVP:
https://partiful.com/e/fMtYgkfGv0GVeuhgzdo2

New Years Eve Party
2023-12-31 22:00 - 2024-01-01 02:00 | Kingtown, 23826 104th Ave SE, Kent, WA, 98031, United States
Super Star: Hamada El Lithy

Tickets $75
Open Buffet Included
House Music
Dance Show
Doors Open 10pm

For reservations call 206-539-8137

Ceasefire Vigil on Bainbridge Island
2024-01-21 12:45 - 14:15 | WA
ACROSS FROM ART MUSEUM close to ferry terminal.

Sunday, 21st, 12:45-2:15 PM ( and every other Sunday)

Eastside Freeway Bannering for Palestine
2024-01-28 11:00 - 13:00 | WA
on 85th street overpass in Kirkland.
Every Saturday and Sunday from 11am-1pm

Vigil at Kola Kole Park (Kingston)
2024-01-28 13:00 - 14:30 | WA
PERMANENT CEASEFIRE IN GAZA AND ISRAEL!
Vigil Sunday 28, 1:00-2:30 PM (Every other Sunday)

Near Kingston Ferry Terminal: Kola Kole Park
sidewalk across from Coffee Oasis.
Join Resisterhood to call for an end to the war.

Vigil for Palestine
2024-01-31 17:30 - 19:00 | Vigil – Boren, 620 Boren Ave S, Seattle, WA

Eastside Arab Meet Up - Inaugural Event
2024-01-31 18:00 - 20:00 | Register for Location
PS : We will likely meet in Bellevue, will post the exact location later.
Join us for the inaugural meetup of East Side Arabs in Seattle! This first gathering is a fantastic opportunity for people of Arab descent and those interested in Arab culture to connect, share experiences, and celebrate our rich heritage. We’ll meet at [Venue Name], a cozy and welcoming spot perfect for getting to know each other. The evening will include casual introductions, a light sampling of traditional Arab snacks, and an open discussion about future activities and events we’d like to see in our group. Whether you’re looking to make new friends, find cultural connections, or simply enjoy good company, this event is for you. Let’s come together to start something wonderful in our community!

Benefit for the Palestine Children's Relief Fund
2024-02-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Cafe Paloma, 93 Yesler Way, Seattle, WA, 98104
Announcing a benefit for the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund

In this time of horror, we watch Israel commit atrocities day after day, seemingly without end, against an entire society in Gaza. It is a dreadful feeling, to feel powerless to do anything about this new Nakba.

Here’s one thing we will do: raise funds for humanitarian relief for the children of Gaza.

The Palestine Children’s Relief Fund is a highly recommended humanitarian organization that is focusing specifically on the plight of Gazan children. It is well-known to those of us who are active regarding Palestine solidarity. You can look them up here.

We are holding a benefit concert to contribute to this fund:
DATE: Saturday, February 3, 7:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Café Paloma, 93 Yesler (Pioneer Square)
ADMISSION: $20.00
ADVANCE RESERVATIONS NECESSARY

Music will be performed by the House of Tarab, a Seattle-based, Arabic music ensemble that performs classic and traditional material from the golden era of Egyptian music. The group also performs music of the Levant (Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, and Palestine), and the greater Middle East.

“Tarab” is an Arabic word that describes a state of emotional transformation and bliss when one is wholly absorbed in music. Musicians: Stephen Elaimy on oud, David McGrath on ney, Jane Hall on percussion.

RESERVATIONS: Café Paloma is a small place with only about a 35-seat capacity. You must call in and reserve a seat: 206 405 1920.

IT’S A BENEFIT, SO EXPECT TO SPEND MONEY: We’re sorry, but this event is not for the broke. The House of Tarab has generously decided to donate their share of the admission charge to the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund—and we will pass the hat in the course of the evening. And, of course, you’ll want to dine on the excellent fare offered by Café Paloma. (Note: if you can pay the admission charge with cash, that helps out the restaurant.)

There will be a Palestinian speaker from the Seattle branch of the solidarity organization Samidoun on hand to talk briefly about what is going on in Gaza.

Ceasefire Vigil on Bainbridge Island
2024-02-04 12:45 - 14:15, 2024-02-18 12:45 - 14:15 | WA
ACROSS FROM ART MUSEUM close to ferry terminal.

Every Other Sunday, 12:45-2:15 PM

A Trip to Beloved Palestine: A Family Event
2024-02-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Muslim Assocation of Puget Sounds (MAPS), 17550 NE 67th Ct, Redmond, WA, 98052, United States
Join us for a fun night, exploring Palestine through various activities and delicious foods.

Vigil at Kola Kole Park (Kingston)
2024-02-11 13:00 - 14:30, 2024-02-25 13:00 - 14:30 | Kola Kole Park, 11128 NE Maine St, Kingston, WA, 98346
PERMANENT CEASEFIRE IN GAZA AND ISRAEL!
Vigil Every other Sunday, 1:00-2:30 PM
Near Kingston Ferry Terminal: Kola Kole Park
sidewalk across from Coffee Oasis.
Join Resisterhood to call for an end to the war.

Mutual Aid Fair for Palestinian Liberation
2024-02-11 13:00 - 17:00 | University Heights Center, 5031 University Way, Seattle, WA, 98105, United States
Join us for an afternoon of QTBIPOC vendors, art performances, and community at the Mutual Aid Fair for Palestinian Liberation on Sunday February 11th 1-5pm at U Heights Center! It’s completely free to come 🙂
The Mutual Aid Fair for Palestinian Liberation, is organized by UW’s Black Student Union, Subvert UDistrict, SUPER, SARI, RESIST, United Front, and Modality. It is aimed towards meeting basic needs of our community through providing free supplies such as shoes, sleeping bags, boots, coats, tents, tarps, food, COVID safety PPE, etc. Speaking to international solidarity, this event is meant to fundraise in support of the humanitarian crisis and ongoing genocide of Palestinians, waged by the settler-colonial and Western-backed power, Israel.
Masks are required! We will be distributinf a variety of masks for people to use too. In acknowledgement of the weaponization of COVID and other illnesses against Palestinians as a tool of genocide, it is important to us that we make this event as COVID safe as we can through universal masking and air purifiers supplied by @seattlecleanair and other community organizers.
Accessibility Info:
– Masks required when not eating
– Air purifiers in auditorium/hallways
– Takes place indoors (auditorium and hallways) & outdoors (basketball court asphalt)
– Auditorium space will have amplified music and speakers
– Elevator access to second floor, otherwise up one flight of stairs
– Fluorescent lighting indoors
– Cannot guarantee allergy or fragrance free space
– No ASL interpreters or CART captioning currently booked
Please reach out to Modality with any access needs!

Levantine Arabic: Song and Story Time
2024-02-13 17:00 - 19:00 | 350 Tacoma, 311 Puyallup Ave, Tacoma, WA, 98421
Join Laila Taji from ArabishWay for Palestinian activities (songs, stories, food and dance!)

Seattle Resistance Tatreez Circle
2024-02-25 12:00 - 16:00 | Contact Host for Location Details
Don’t have a craft you are working on but are curious/ interested? Come anyway – while this is not a teaching space, we will help each other along – no matter the place we are in our craft journey.
Contact seattleresistancetatreez@gmail.com to RSVP and get location details.
Food: Potluck style!
This event is co-organized by Hala Saleh and Milla Prince, who are Palestinian Tatreez artists living in the Northwest.

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The Day in The Life of A Palestinian
2024-02-25 17:00 - 21:00 | Washington Hall, 153 14th Ave, Seattle, WA, 98122
Hello!
We are hosting an event on February 25 from 5pm to 9pm and would love to have you all attend!
There will be food, drinks, and desserts provided, along with a program about The Day in The Life of A Palestinian.
We will be hosting this event at the Washington Hall and are hoping to reach 500 attendees.
We would really appreciate our event to be shared with everyone and if you are able to reshare our posts about this event we would greatly appreciate it.
Attached is a link to purchase tickets!
Thank you 🇵🇸🕊️

Seattle Arab Mixer at Moxy South Lake Union
2024-02-29 18:30 - 22:30 | Moxy Hotel – Downtown Seattle, 1016 Republican St, Seattle, WA, 98109
Details: As we face challenging times in the Middle East, the value of our community shines brighter than ever. We invite you to a special evening at Moxy Seattle on Thursday, February 29th, from 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM. It’s a chance to come together as friends and as a community united in our rich Arabic heritage.

Arab Senior Men's Coffee Club
2024-03-02 10:00 - 12:00 | Contact Host for Location Details
Are you bored at home?
Do you like to share your rich life experiences with others?
Are you interested in discussing politics and how to solve world problems?
Then join the Arab senior men’s club for coffee.

We will meet on the first Saturday of every month.
We had two wonderful meetings so far and our group is growing. We will be meeting at private residence.
If you are interested please email Nadera for details at:
nadera0425@yahoo.com

We look forward to seeing you there.
