ArabishWay

Keffiyah Walk at Green lake!
2026-09-21 17:30, 2026-09-28 17:30, 2026-10-05 17:30, 2026-10-12 17:30, 2026-10-19 17:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Greenlake Boathouse and Coffee Shop, 7351 East Green Lake Dr N #5303, Seattle, WA, 98115, United States
Monday June 1st (and every Monday!)
5:30pm (They usually start walking counter clockwise at about 5:45pm)
Starting at the Greenlake Boathouse coffee shop

The Jordanian Table: Mansaf
2026-09-23 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-09-24 18:00 - 21:00 | the Pantry, 1417 NW 70th Street, Seattle, WA, 98117
Join Nadia Tommalieh for a journey into the heart of Jordanian hospitality through its most iconic dish. In this class, you’ll explore the cultural roots and rituals surrounding mansaf as you learn to prepare it, from slowly braising lamb shanksin a rich, tangy sauce made from jameed (dried yogurt) to serving the lamb over turmeric- and ghee-scented rice, nestled on top of shrak, a delicate Bedouin flatbread. To complete your Jordanian table you’ll prepare galayet bandoura(sautéed ripe tomatoes with garlic, olive oil, and chili, served with crispy pita chips); zaiytoon (green olives marinated in lemon, jalapeño, turmeric, and olive oil); mkhalel left (bright pink pickled turnips in brine); and, for dessert, awameh(light, crispy dough balls soaked in orange blossom syrup and sprinkled with crushed pistachios).

Virtual Tatreez Programs with Tatreez and Tea
2026-09-25 09:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
September 11: Post-1948: Diaspora Styles & Contemporary Fashions
September 25: Coastal Regions: Yaffa, Al Majdal & Gaza City

Also, a little tip: If you want to register for both lectures in September, there is an added option to obtain access to these two, plus two others (a total of four classes) for $120.
There is 8 hours of Palestinian dress history courses for $90.

The French Crêperie
2026-09-25 11:00 - 13:30 | Whisk, 10385 Main St, Bellevue, WA, 98004, United States
Be transported to France and dive into the world of French pancakes – Crêpes!
Crêpes are enjoyed as both a street food, and a plated dish. They can be made sweet with assorted fillings and toppings or as a hearty, savory meal option. In this hands on class, Chef Hend Yahya, who was once a ‘crepier’, will teach you how to make classic crêpe batters and share her secrets to creating a smooth, silky batter every time. You will make the world famous Crêpe Suzette, an ideal make ahead dessert for entertaining, along with another sweet crêpe, and several savory crêpes as well. Prepare to be in awe of the wonderful world of crêpe making!
You will make:

Mushroom Béchamel Crêpes
Turkey Pesto Crêpes
Chocolate Hazelnut Cream Crêpes
Crêpe Suzettes

Weekly Peace Vigil
2026-09-25 16:30 - 18:00, 2026-10-02 16:30 - 18:00, 2026-10-09 16:30 - 18:00, 2026-10-16 16:30 - 18:00 | Percival Landing, 217 Thurston Ave NW, Olympia, WA, 98501
ONGOING LOCAL ACTIONS FOR PEACE

WEEKLY PEACE VIGIL
Every Friday 4:30 – 6:00 pm
Percival Landing in Downtown Olympia
4th & Water Street

We continue to vigil, network, and advocate for Palestinians, for peace with justice, and for our civil rights. Despite an agreed ceasefire, Israel continues to attack Gaza. Bring a sign and a friend, and join us at Percival Landing every Friday!
Thanks to the Olympia Fellowship of Reconciliation for organizing these peace vigils through the years, and for inviting us to share this space as we advocate for peace.

Virtual Movie Screenings: Every Saturday with Palestine Museum US
2026-09-26 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-10-03 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-10-10 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-10-17 09:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
Check website: https://www.palestinemuseum.us/events for current showings and for registration links!
Often the screening ends with a Q&A with the director!

Arabic Storytime @ Lake City Branch / وقت القصص بالعربية في فرع ليك سيتي
2026-09-26 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-10-03 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-10-10 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-10-17 10:30 - 11:30 | 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.
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في وقت القصص، يمكن للأطفال الذين تتراوح أعمارهم من حديثي الولادة وحتى سن الخامسة وعائلاتهم الاستمتاع بالقصص والأغاني وأنشطة التعلُّم المرحة.
نرحب بالعائلات من جميع الأعمار.
يُعقد الحدث باللغة الإنجليزية والعربية.
Registration is not required.

Workshop: Create Your Own Laser-Cut Bookmark
2026-09-26 11:30 - 14:30 | KCLS – Bellevue, 1111 110th Avenue NE, Bellevue, WA, 98004
Design and laser-cut your own bookmark inspired by geometric patterns from Islamic art and architecture.

SFSTF 11th Annual Gala Fundraiser | Rooted in Hope, Rising Together
2026-09-26 17:00 - 20:00 | New Holly Gathering Hall, 7054 32nd Ave S Seattle, Washington, Seattle, WA, 98118, United States
Celebrate 10+ years with the SFSTF featuring food, entertainment, and stories from survivors we serve. Proudly sponsored by Sound Transit!

For many years, the Somali Family Safety Task Force has stood beside refugee, immigrant, and underrepresented families across King County. We are a community group, shaped by the people we serve, because real change starts with listening.
This September, we’d love for you to celebrate that journey with us at our 11th Annual Gala: Rooted in Hope, Rising Together. Held at the NewHolly Gathering Hall in Seattle, this gala fundraiser brings together good food, live entertainment, and real connection, but at its heart, it’s a celebration of resilience. It’s a night where survivors are heard, where families finally feel seen, and where our community comes together around hope for what’s next.
Our mission is to provide culturally grounded advocacy, education, and leadership programs built by and for the families we serve. Through this work, we help survivors of domestic violence heal, help young people find their voice, and help underrepresented families gain equal access to opportunity.
We would like to give thanks to our sponsor, Sound Transit, for helping us make this celebration possible.
Come celebrate over 10 years of service with us as we look forward to everything still to come.

The French Bakery – Macaron with Chef Hend Yahya
2026-09-27 11:00 - 13:00 | Whisk, 10385 Main St, Bellevue, WA, 98004, United States
This class features the Classic Almond Shell and two seasonal fillings:
– Vanilla Buttercream
– Chocolate Ganache

The world of macaron varieties is seemingly never ending. Both the classic almond meringue shell and filling can be flavored and tinted to create an array of tastes, textures and colors. In this hands-on class, Chef Hend Yahya will teach you how to make the classic French-meringue macaron shell, with tips for perfect piping, and how to achieve those elusive “feet”. The cookie is naturally gluten free, and will have two different fillings.
You will sample your macarons in class and have plenty to take home to wow your family and friends!

Comedian Sammy Obeid
2026-09-30 17:30 - 19:30 | Tacoma Comedy Club, 933 Market St, Tacoma, Washington, 98402, United States
Lebanese-Palestinian American, born in Oakland California, Sammy Obeid double majored in Business and Mathematics at UC Berkeley and then turned down a job at Google to be a comedian. Now the host of 100 Humans on Netflix, he’s also appeared on NBC’s Last Comic Standing and America’s Got Talent, as well as TBS’s Conan, and is best known for his world record of performing comedy 1,001 nights in a row, a story featured in both Time Magazine and The New York Times.

Author Zeyneb Holdridge — A Thousand Nights
2026-10-02 19:00 - 20:30 | Third Place Books – Ravenna, 6504 20th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98115, United States
A groundbreaking YA anthology featuring sixteen Muslim women writers

Third Place Books welcomes Zeyneb Holdridge and Diana Ma to share stories featured in the new anthology A Thousand Nights. In the mold of Arabian Nights, this groundbreaking YA anthology—featuring sixteen Muslim women writers—links together fantastical stories that a group of refugees tell one another within a riveting frame story.
For important updates, RSVP is highly recommended in advance. This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Sustain our author series by purchasing a copy of the featured book!

Fund Our Futures: Viable Ethical Investment Strategies for Individuals
2026-10-03 11:00 - 11:30 | Virtual
The Fund Our Futures Campaign is working to pass legislation requiring the Washington State Investment Board to implement an ethical, responsible investment strategy. because how public funds are invested matters just as much as how they’re spent. The same principle applies to our own individual portfolios, and that’s why we are inviting everyone to a free 30-minute session on values-aligned investing: a practical introduction to making your investments reflect what matters to you, without losing sight of your financial goals.
In the session, you’ll learn:

Practical strategies to minimize fees and maximize returns in any portfolio
How to identify ethical investment opportunities that align with your values(e.g. environment, human rights and more)
Steps you can take today to bring your own investments in line with your principles

There will not be any offer of financial services or products, this is purely education, no sales or referrals will be provided.
Choose from these two dates:
October 3rd at 11am
October 20th at 6pm
Spots are limited, so please register in advance to save your seat.
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/8lxinSLaSH66hVOwR-lcFg#/registration

March for Gaza: Stop the Genocide
2026-10-07 14:00 - 16:00 | Seattle Central College Plaza, Broadway and E Pine, Seattle, WA, 98122
SEATTLE: Save the date! October 7, 2026 will mark 3 years of genocide and 1 year of fake ceasefire in Gaza. The cowardly “israeli” enemy continues to impose hunger, bombings, killings, and daily ceasefire violations against the honorable and steadfast people of Gaza. The people of Seattle stand firmly with Gaza and against zionism, genocide, occupation, and apartheid in the West Bank.
This year, we are calling for the people of Seattle to join a city-wide walkout from school and work! We are coming together for a MASS PROTEST to condemn “israel” and denounce zionism. We call for total liberation of Palestine from the river to the sea.
Date: Wednesday, October 7th, 2026
Location: Seattle Central College
Stop the genocide!
Long live Palestine!
Long live Gaza!

Educators Workshop (virtual) – Cultural Heritage & Preservation
2026-10-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
Free with RSVP. RSVP here.
Join the Arab American National Museum (AANM), for our completely virtual, professional development workshop. During this workshop, guests will enhance their knowledge about the Arab American community and learn from special guests whose work is dedicated to preserving cultural heritage. SCECH credits will be available for interested Michigan educators.

Town Hall Seattle presents Chris Hedges and Joe Sacco Requiem for Gaza (In Person and Live Streamed)
2026-10-12 19:30 - 21:00 | Town Hall, 1119 8th Ave, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
In the spring of 2025, journalist Chris Hedges and cartoonist Joe Sacco traveled to Cairo in pursuit of their second collaborative project. While in Cairo, they would interview 29 Palestinian families who had recently left Gaza and collect the first-hand experiences of families that had faced – and survived – devastating degrees of fear and suffering. Committed to depicting these stories with unwavering focus and intent, Hedges and Sacco seek to present a profound and detailed account of the displacement, destruction, and loss experienced by the people of Palestine.
Requiem for Gaza pairs Sacco’s visceral imagery with Hedges’ deft prose to convey these accounts, combining both comics and impactful single images within an unflinching narrative. Bolstered by thorough research and harrowing statistics, Hedges and Sacco aim to cast a sharp light on what has been lost by these families and the people of Palestine, reaching back to the first days of the genocide. Requiem for Gaza highlights the forced evacuations and constant displacement, the false hopes of promised ceasefires and the struggles in seeking support from the rest of the world, and the immense loss of life, culture, and community.
By bringing together the collective power of individual stories from all walks of life, Hedges and Sacco strive to present a deeply human portrait of those who continue to live under this weight. Requiem for Gaza blends art and journalism to create a poignant tribute to not just the devastation experienced, but the dignity and humanity they hold on to in the midst of it.
