ArabishWay

Watermelon Mosaic Workshop [Bellingham]
2024-04-06 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Contact Host for Location Details
Join us in-person for a session where we’ll learn how to create art in solidarity with Palestinian Liberation. We have a limited number of sponsorships offered for this event, please DM us if finances are a barrier.
https://linktr.ee/whatcomfamiliesforjustice
or click here to register directly.

Arab Senior Men's Coffee Club
2024-04-06 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.

Arabic School: Saturdays in Kent
2024-04-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Kent Meridian High School, 10020 SE 256th St, Kent, WA, 98030
Our Arabic School provides those who want to learn Arabic the opportunity to fine-tune their knowledge. Our classes are held weekly at Kent Meridian High School for our kids and youth.
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Program Eligibility Requirements:
– Elementary or middle-school age children
– Living in King County

When: Saturdays
Time: 10-12
Where: Kent Meridian High School (10020 SE 256th St, Kent, WA 98030)

International Al-Quds Day
2024-04-05 16:30 - 18:30 | Westlake Center, 400 Pine Street, Seattle, WA, 98033, United States
International Al-Quds Day is a day to stand with the oppressed against all those who oppress. This year more than ever we must stand with our brothers and sisters in Palestine!
Every year Muslim Congress organizes Al-Quds Day across multiple cities in the U.S.
Join us on Friday, April 5th @ 4:30 PM at Westlake Park!

Posters for Gaza: SZ Gallery
2024-04-05 - 2024-05-31 | SZ Art Gallery, 2441 76th Avenue SE, Suite 160, Mercer Island, WA
In this unique exhibition, twenty-six artists come together to raise their voices, through a series of posters produced specifically for this exhibition. The posters shed light on the ethnic cleansing and horrific massacres taking place in the Gaza Strip – possibly the worst in modern history – demanding the recognition of Palestinian rights to live freely on their land with dignity.
Representing a long tradition in Palestinian history, political posters were produced extensively in the seventies and the eighties by the Palestinian Liberation Organization with the contribution of Palestinian, Arab, and international artists. Posters played a crucial role in supporting the justice of the Palestinian cause and promoting it globally guided by the freedom, dignity, resilience, and the ongoing aspiration for independence, sought by Palestinians.
Uniformly sized and designed in a simplified manner, the posters of each artist reflect their uniqueness in terms of style, materials, and the underlying narratives. Steering away from the digital norm, participating artists poured their effort into producing those posters utilizing a variety of materials including acrylics, inks, charcoal, collage, and mixed media on paper, while some artists employed various digital design techniques.

Arab Seafood Feast: cooking class
2024-04-04 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-04-03 18:00 - 20:00 | the Pantry, 1417 NW 70th Street, Seattle, WA, 98117
Along the coastlines of Palestine, Syria, and Lebanon, you’ll find beautiful and delicious seafood, brought to life by the perfect mix of spices and herbs — and for Northwest seafood lovers looking to expand their range of flavors, the spice is the essential ingredient. Join Nadia Tommalieh to learn how to make a delicious seafood spice blend and put it to use in samak mahshi (a whole roasted sea bass, stuffed with an Arabian-style herb mixture); bakdonseeyeh(tangy tahini and parsley sauce); Gazan-style zibdiyit gambari (spicy baked shrimp casserole); burghel bil she’airiyeh (vermicelli bulgur wheat pilaf with olive oil and homemade seafood stock); and salatet jarjeer (citrus, arugula, onion, and pine nut salad), perfect for a light and refreshing finish.

وقت القصة باللغة العربية / Arabic Story Time (online) - KCLS
2024-04-04 17:00 - 17:30, 2024-03-28 17:00 - 17:30 | Virtual
Description

وقت القصة عبر الإنترنت. كل خميس من 5:00 مساءً إلى 5:30 مساءً.
استمتعوا بالقصص والحركة والأناشيد باللغة العربية التي تنمي مهارات القراءة والكتابة لدى أطفالكم في وقت مبكر.
نرحب بجميع الأعمار مع الكبار.
الرجاء التسجيل *عبر الإنترنت هنا*. بعد التسجيل، ستصلكم رسالة تأكيد بالبريد الإلكتروني تحتوي على رابط Zoom الخاص بالبرنامج. سيتم استخدام نفس الرابط كل أسبوع لوقت القصة باللغة العربية. إذا كنتم لا ترون رسالة بريد إلكتروني، فتحققوا من ملف البريد العشوائي.
تتوفر ترتيبات تيسيرية ملائمة للأشخاص ذوي الإعاقة عند الطلب عبر البريد الإلكتروني access@kcls.org قبل سبعة أيام على الأقل من الحدث. و أيضا تتوفر التسميات التوضيحية التلقائية دائمًا للأحداث عبر الإنترنت.
Online Story Time. Thursdays, 5-5:30 pm.
Enjoy stories, music, movement, and rhymes in Arabic that develop your child’s early literacy skills.
All ages welcome with adult.
Please register online. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing the program’s Zoom link. The same link will be used each week for Arabic Story Time. If you do not see an email, check your Junk or Spam folder.
Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email access@kcls.org at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.

Sumaya Awad: Adalah Justice Project
2024-04-04 16:00 - 17:00 | University of Washington – Communications Building, UW Campus, Seattle, WA, 98195, United States

Movie: Foragers
2024-04-03 19:30 - 21:00 | The Beacon, 4405 Rainier Ave S, Seattle, WA, 98118, United States
In her cinematic investigation into the Palestinian practice of foraging za’atar (a thyme-like herb) and ’akkoub (a wild artichoke-like plant), artist Jumana Manna reveals the perils involved in the preservation of Arab traditions under Israeli law. Her inventive blend of fiction, documentary and archival footage in FORAGERS coalesces into a warm portrait of a community whose daily activities resist continued repression.
Beginning with archival footage from a ‘70s Israeli TV program in which the popularity of za’atar among Arabs is being discussed, the film shows an Israeli businessman boasting about his decision to start planting and selling za’atar, transforming the herb from a public good typically foraged by Palestinians into an agricultural commodity that profits Israelis. (It is no coincidence the footage is from the same decade that saw a public ban on the collection of za’atar in Israel.) Manna’s film is clear about how business and politics are embroiled in the continued erasure of Palestinian culture to such effect that the “very simple act of going out and collecting wild weeds becomes about a much wider politics of land control and sovereignty.”
For Manna, FORAGERS is the product of her longstanding interest in the “politics of preservation” and her own experience foraging alongside her parents, who appear throughout the film. Her refusal to let Israeli authorities decide “what gets preserved and gets erased” informs her approach to filmmaking, in which the documentation of family customs affirms Palestinian values and traditions against systemic attempts at blotting a people, their land, and their culture from the world’s collective memory.

Public Reading Circle: The Palestinian Struggle for Self-Determination
2024-04-01 18:30 - 20:30, 2024-03-25 18:30 - 20:30 | New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave S, Seattle, WA
he following description comes from the event organizer.
This 5-week discussion circle aims to strengthen solidarity with the Palestinian struggle by studying the history of the occupation and resistance from a socialist feminist perspective.
Meeting in person and online.
Mondays – 3/18 thru 4/15
6:30 to 8:30pm
New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave S, Seattle
On #7 bus line and near Columbia City light rail station
Register at tinyurl.com/PalestineStruggle
Sponsored by Freedom Socialist Party
For more info, call 206-722-2453 or email seattleFSP@socialism.com

Journey to Morocco: PCC Cooking Class
2024-04-01 18:00 - 20:00 | PCC-Bellevue, 11615 NE 4th St, Bellevue, WA, Bellevue, WA, 98004, United States
MENU

Braised Chicken Tagine with Preserved Lemon, Apricots and Caramelized Onion
Pearl Couscous scented with Lemon and Ginger
Fresh Orange Salad with Olives, Honey and Red Onion
Maghrebi Mint Tea

DESCRIPTION
Embark on a culinary adventure with Chef Natalia as she brings the vibrant flavors of Morocco to your table. Dive into the world of Moroccan spices and ingredients while mastering the unique cooking method of Tagine. Learn the intricate process of making preserved lemons and discover the secrets of brewing the perfect cup of Maghrebi tea native to the Maghreb region of North Africa. Join Chef Natalia in sharing the essence of Moroccan cuisine through its distinctive components and techniques inspired by her travel experiences.
Contains poultry and nuts.
About the instructor: Natalia began her culinary journey at age eight, at her grandparents’ kitchen, in Moscow, Russia. They played a significant role in guiding Natalia’s personal development as a chef and as an ambassador of wholesome, gourmet meals, using local ingredients and “around-the-world” spices and cooking methods. After completing her training at Culinary Academy of Moscow, Natalia continued honing her culinary skills, traveling around Europe and studying various cooking styles under guidance of local chefs. She provides knowledgeable insight on diverse menus of Russian and European regions. Natalia also provides personal chef services with an emphasis on healthy and delicious meals. Her culinary philosophy, “one does not need to travel the world in order to learn global cuisine” is represented by her cooking classes, where students get a chance to explore many different cuisines and food preparations.

Arabian Bakeshop: PCC Cooking Class
2024-04-01 18:00 - 20:00 | PCC-Issaquah, 1810 12th Ave NW, Issaquah, WA, 98027, United States
MENU

Makrouta – Swirled Date Cookies
Besbousa – Sweet Soaked Semolina Cake
Halawa Truffles – Chocolate Dipped Tahini Truffles

DESCRIPTION
Celebrate the culture of the Middle East during this festive time of year learning to make Middle Eastern desserts. Bake buttery, date cookies and learn how to swirl dough and make the filling. Make simple syrup and discover the role it plays in Besbousa – a sweet-soaked semolina cake. And Chef Hend will demonstrate how to craft tahini into halva, a staple confection, that we’ll transform into a truffle dipped in chocolate.
Vegetarian; contains dairy and nuts,
About the instructor: After cooking in Michelin Star restaurants and high volume catering events, I made a “temporary” switch to teaching cooking classes. However, the satisfaction and unique experience I received from teaching convinced me that this was my new culinary path. I am a graduate of the Le Cordon Bleu, where I mainly focused on French and Western technique, but I have deep roots in Middle-Eastern cuisine and an enthusiastic, developed passion for Japanese cuisine. In my travels I seek out to learn something new, and for me, the more specific and obscure, the better. My interests and abilities continue to range out further, as long as I can do it, I will teach it.
CLASS NOTES

This is a hands-on format class for adults.
Class information will be emailed 48 hours before class. Our emails can get caught in spam filters or blocked entirely, please contact us if you don’t receive the class information.
Cancellation Policy: Classes are nonrefundable. If you cannot attend, you can request a class credit or transfer to a different class up to 7 days prior to class or have someone attend in your place.

FALAFEL 4-A CAUSE FRIDAY: Fundraiser for PCRF
2024-04-01 - 2024-04-24 | Contact Host for Location Details
As some may know, Summer comes from a family of fabulous middle eastern chef’s 🙂 On her free time, she loves to cook it up! And on occasion, she’ll open up her kitchen witchy ways to the community. This is one of those times! In addition, all extra tips will go directly to the Palestinian Children’s Relief Fund.
April 24th is the cut off for orders and payment. We’d love your support if you feel inspired to eat for good!

Stand in Solidarity on an Overpass Near You
2024-03-31 11:00 - 13:00, 2024-03-30 11:00 - 13:00 | Multiple Locations, WA, United States
A massive shoutout to everyone who fueled our movement with their time and passion during our banner events this weekend! Your commitment is our driving force.
Now, we’re revving up for the upcoming weekend, and we need YOUR continued support!
📢 Calling all volunteers! Join us on Saturday, Sunday, or both, at vital locations including 145th, 92nd, 80th, 50th, 45th, Roanoke, Denny, Olive, Pine, Lakewood, and everywhere in between here and Tacoma!
Let’s make the next weekend even more impactful. Your dedication propels us forward! 🚀💙 Let us know if you would like to volunteer to hold down a location!

Eastside Freeway Overpass Bannering for Palestine
2024-03-31 11:00 - 13:00, 2024-03-30 11:00 - 13:00 | 85th Street Freeway Overpass (Kirkland), 12303 NE 75th St, Kirkland, WA, 98033
Ceasefire!
Every weekend from 11-1
Off NE 85th Street Exit Kirkland from 405.
Turn right off the exit, immediate right on 120th near Taco Time, another right on 80th, go around the bend and you’ll see the walkway on your right side. Park on side of the road.

Raise Your Flag for Palestine: Bellevue
2024-03-31 11:00 - 12:00 | Bellevue (Protest Spot), 11400 Main St, Bellevue, WA, 98004
Every Sunday, raise your flag for Palestine!

Mountlake Terrace Protest for Gaza
2024-03-31 11:00 - 12:00 | Mountlake Terrace Park and Ride, 6001 236th St SW #1, Mountlake Terrace, Washington, 98043

Gaza Ceasefire Pilgrimage
2024-03-30 14:00 - 16:30, 2024-03-29 10:30 - 13:00, 2024-03-28 10:30 - 14:00
Be part of an international movement for peace.
“The Gaza Ceasefire Pilgrimage beckons to us as an opportunity not just to witness but to actively engage in the pursuit of peace. Let us unite in the spirit of nonviolence, a force that transcends borders and dismantles the structures of dominance. Together, we can create a legacy of harmony, resilience, and hope.” – Omar Haramy, Director of Sabeel Ecumenical Liberation Theology Center, Palestine
By walking together in solidarity, we call for:

An enduring and sustained ceasefire in Palestine
The immediate flow of humanitarian assistance, including food, fuel, and medical supplies
The release of all hostages, including Israelis held hostage by Hamas and Palestinians held hostage in the Israeli prison system
The end of occupation so a just peace can begin

More information about the global Gaza Ceasefire Pilgrimage movement can be found at gazaceasefirepilgrimage.com.
We acknowledge the Puyallup people, the traditional custodians of the land we will walk. We thank them for their ongoing stewardship of the lands that now sustain us.
Route: During Holy Week, we will walk a total of 22 miles across Tacoma (the distance from Gaza City to Rafah). RSVP for exact route details.
Palm Sunday (March 24): 4.5 miles, 3-5pm
Maundy Thursday (March 28): 6 miles, 10:30am-2:00pm with lunch
Good Friday (March 29): 6 miles, 10:30am-1:00pm
Holy Saturday (March 30): 5.5 miles, 2:00-4:30pm
Donate to our campaign for the Palestinian-American Medical Association: https://www.paypal.com/pools/c/92sYNdAE86
RSVP now to be a part of this journey in solidarity and hope.

Land Day: PNW Regional March
2024-03-30 14:00 - 16:00 | Lake Union Park, 860 Terry Ave N, Seattle, 98109, United States
Each March 30th, Palestinians mark Land Day, recalling how in 1976 Israel announced plans to confiscate thousands of dunams of Palestinian land in al-jalīl (the Galilee). This led to protests across Palestine, and on March 30, 1976, Israeli police killed six Palestinian citizens of Israel and injured and arrested many others. The occasion has come to exemplify the steadfastness of Palestinian resistance to colonization of their land.
On Saturday, March 30, at 2:00 p.m, a coalition in Seattle invites us to gather at Lake Union Park for a march and rally. Organizers are calling on all people of conscience, across Coast Salish lands, across the Pacific Northwest, and beyond, to march in honor of those who fought and continue to struggle for a free Palestine.

Arabic Storytime @ Lake City Branch / وقت القصص بالعربية في فرع ليك سيتي
2024-03-30 14:00 - 15:00 | Lake City – Seattle Public Library, 12501 28th Ave. N.E., Seattle, Washington, 98125, United States
At storytime, children from birth through elementary school and their families can enjoy stories, songs, and fun learning activities.
Event in English and Arabic.

Journey to Morocco: PCC Cooking Class
2024-03-29 18:00 - 20:00 | PCC-Green Lake Village, 450 NE 71st St., Seattle, WA, 98115, United States

Eyewitness Palestine: Live from Lyd Webinar
2024-03-27 09:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
Join Eyewitness Palestine on Wednesday, March 27th at 12PM ET for our Live from Lyd webinar, featuring a special virtual delegation led by Tamer Nafar, who will take us around Lyd on a custom tour of the city. Lyd, like many Palestinian cities, is an ancient city that’s been home to multiple civilizations over its 5,000-year history. It was the site of one of the most grueling massacres of the Nakba and remains haunted by the injustices brought on to it. Today, the community of Lyd–one of the few cities with an integrated Palestinian and Israeli Jewish population–is marred by addiction and gun violence. We’ll hear from Lyd residents about the resilience and struggles they face in the community.

Palestinian Contingent: Cram the Stands!!: Cultures United FC Soccer Match
2024-03-26 20:00 - 22:00 | Steve Cox Memorial Park, 1321 SW 102nd St, Seattle, WA, 98146
SEATTLE
Join us this Tuesday, March 26th at 8:00pm as we support and cheer on Cultures United FC. Cultures United FC is a semi-professional soccer team, which has shown unrelenting support in the Palestinian fight towards liberation. They have invited PYM Seattle out to the game to speak about upcoming work during halftime.
Let us thank the team and build community as a Palestine contingent at this upcoming game. Join us and CRAM THE STANDS FOR PALESTINE! Bring your flags, Kuffiyahs, and voices
Admission is free.

Additionally, Cultures United is hosting a youth scrimmage that will take place from 7-8pm prior to the start of the match, for kids aged 6y/old – 12y/old. This scrimmage is drop-in style, for anyone and everyone!!

I hope you can all make it out next Tuesday!
TUESDAY MARCH 26
8:00 PM
STEVE COX MEMORIAL

Thank you and have a great weekend,
Z.
