Arabic Storytime @ Lake City Branch / وقت القصص بالعربية في فرع ليك سيتي
2024-07-06 10:30 - 11:30, 2024-07-13 10:30 - 11:30, 2024-07-20 10:30 - 11:30, 2024-07-27 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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.

Stand in Solidarity on an Overpass Near You
2024-07-06 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!

SIFF Movie: Green Border
2024-07-06 12:15 - 14:30, 2024-07-06 15:30 - 17:30, 2024-07-06 18:45 - 20:30, 2024-07-07 12:15 - 14:30, 2024-07-07 15:30 - 17:30, 2024-07-07 18:45 - 20:30 | SIFF Cinema Uptown, 511 Queen Anne Ave N,, Seattle, WA, 98109, United States
Legendary filmmaker Agnieszka Holland won the Golden Lion at the 2023 Venice Film Festival for this ground-level examination of the refugee crisis at the titular exclusion zone between Belarus and Poland, seen through the eyes of a Syrian family fleeing their war-torn home.

Seattle Families for Ceasefire Gathering
2024-07-07 10:30 - 11:30, 2024-07-21 10:30 - 11:30 | East Greenlake Beach, 7201 East Green Lake Dr N,, Seattle, WA, 98115
Join us for our twice monthly gathering of friends and families calling for a permanent ceasefire in Palestine. There will be bubbles, books, snacks, poppy-making, and more!

For info @families4ceasefiresea
https://sites.google.com/view/seattlefamiliesforceasefire
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Bothell Bannering for Palestine
2024-07-07 11:00 - 13:00, 2024-07-14 11:00 - 13:00, 2024-07-21 11:00 - 13:00 | Brickyard Road Park and Ride, 15530 Juanita Woodinville Way NE, Bothell, WA, 98011
What: Every Sunday, same time. Freeway bannering for Palestine. Bring your flags, signs, kuffiyehs and your voices. We meet at the Brickyard park and ride and then banner on the overpass/Bridge.

Accessibility notes: “After parking in the park n ride you have to walk up to the bridge we are standing on. It’s a very easy walk to the overpass. We stand on a sidewalk and it’s easy access for wheelchairs and people can bring a chair to sit if needed. People can call me at 425-499-1925 if they need help.”

For more info: see Instagram @austita29 or email the organizer tapia.tabitha@yahoo.com

وقت القصة باللغة العربية / Arabic Story Time - KCLS (Kent)
2024-07-07 16:00 - 17:00 | King County Library System – Kent, 212 2nd Ave N, Kent, WA, 98032, United States
Enjoy stories, music, movement and rhymes in Arabic that develop your child’s early literacy skills, then stay to play, have fun and make new friends.
All ages welcome with adult.

Words for Palestine – July
2024-07-10 16:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
Join our monthly online series “Words for Palestine” which aims to center and highlight Palestinian voices during this devastating time. Featured readers include Zein El-Amine, Summer Farah, Zeina Hashem Beck and Kamelya Omayma Youssef. Poet Leena Aboutaleb will be moderating this July

Let's Talk About Palestine: A Day in the Life of Abed Salama
2024-07-13 | Contact for Location, See above for contact
For anyone who wants to learn, discuss and understand Palestine.
Next meeting we are reading A Day in the Life of Abed Salama by Nathan Thrall.

We will send out a location via the listserve ASAP.

Please sign up here if you are interested: https://forms.gle/eFxQ5Ps6JbJfAYAE8
Our first book started in the present:
we read and discussed with the author, Nada Elia, her book: Greater Than the Sum of Our Parts: Feminism, Inter.Nationalism, and Palestine
We met on Saturday, January 13th. You can order a copy from my ArabishWay page on bookshop.org

Then we read Rashid Khalidi’s book Hundred Years War.
And then we read Mohammed Elkurd’s book of poems, Rifqa and Ghassan Khanafani, Men in the Sun

Day In Day Out Fest: Sudan Archives
2024-07-14 15:35 - 16:15 | Seattle Center – Armory, 305 Harrison St, Seattle, WA, 98109, United States

Ride for Palestine (in California OR virtual)
2024-07-16 | Virtual
The Ride for Palestine is a day of fun, solidarity, and celebration. The 11-mile scenic Ride for Palestine is designed to be enjoyable for cyclists of all skill levels. The post-Ride celebration will include delicious Palestinian food, music, and more.
You can still raise money and participate virtually or from your own location.
MECA’s first annual Ride for Palestine was a huge success. Riders raised more than $50,000
to support MECA’s projects for children in Palestine and Lebanon’s refugee camps. This
year our goal is $75,000 in honor of 75 years since the 1948 Nakba that began
the expulsion and dispossession of Palestinians that continues to this day.

More info available at RideforPalestine.com. Reach out to info@rideforpalestine.com
For updates follow, like and share the Ride’s Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Tiktok
Ride for solidarity. Ride for Palestinian children. Ride for fun and community.
In solidarity from all of us at MECA in Berkeley and Palestine.

Movie: The Hour of Liberation Has Arrived
2024-07-17 19:30 - 21:30 | The Beacon, 4405 Rainier Ave S, Seattle, WA, 98118, United States
THE TEN PILLARS OF BEACON: ARMED STRUGGLE
Cinema can be used as a vessel for resistance, a tool to hasten the breaking of chains, a beacon call for global transformation towards new collectively-forged futures.
In the late 60s, Dhofar rose up against the British-backed Sultanate of Oman, in a democratic, feminist guerrilla movement. Director Heiny Srour and her team crossed 500 miles of desert and mountains by foot, under bombardment by the British Royal Air Force, to reach the conflict zone and capture this rare record of a now mostly-forgotten war.

Concert of Colors Forum on Community, Culture & Race – Until Everybody’s Free: Artists for Liberation
2024-07-18 15:00 - 16:30 | Virtual
In-person at The Annex @ AANM or Online via Livestream
FREE with RSVP
Register for in-person attendance | Register for livestream
The Concert of Colors Forum on Community, Culture & Race, one of the Arab American National Museum’s signature annual events, is a dynamic gathering of artists, activists and advocates who use art and dialogue as a tool for advocacy and community building. This year’s program will be presented both in person and virtually online.
Concert of Colors, Detroit’s annual diversity festival, will be happening July 15-21! More info + full concert lineup
Meet the Keynote Speaker
Jenan A. Matari is a first-generation-born and raised, 2x award-winning Palestinian storyteller and graduate of Rutgers University, earning a B.A. in Journalism & Media Studies. To bring more diversity to the public relations and media industry, she has been recognized for her unique and thoughtfully inclusive media campaigns and was honored with the PR NEWS 2021 Asian Pioneer Award for her diversity, equity and inclusion efforts. Jenan has written content on the topic of diversity and cultural experience for outlets such as The New York Times, Mondoweiss, Elite Daily, and has been featured in mainstream media platforms such as Cosmopolitan, Allure, Buzzfeed, Huffington Post, CNN, etc. In 2017, Jenan received the Shirley Chisholm Award in the category of Journalism for outstanding representation of Muslim and minority women in the media and for being a “catalyst for change.” Today, she centers her work around content creation focused on educating an audience of millions on the lived Palestinian experience and interconnectedness of her ancestral lands and her life in the diaspora, and teaches media literacy to counteract the harm done to minority and marginalized communities by mainstream media.
Meet the Panelists
Born and raised in Seattle, Nathan Nzanga is a rising star in the world of hip-hop known for his captivating lyrics, infectious beats and undeniable charisma. Drawing inspiration from his personal experiences, as well as the struggles and triumphs of those around him, Nathan’s music serves as a powerful reflection of the human experience. With a unique blend of introspection and raw energy, Nathan’s music resonates deeply with listeners, touching on themes of love, self-discovery and social justice. His thought-provoking lyrics challenge societal norms and shed light on the issues that matter most to him, making him a voice for the voiceless. In addition to his musical prowess, Nathan is also a dynamic performer, known for his electrifying stage presence and infectious energy. His live shows are a testament to his ability to connect with his audience, creating an unforgettable experience that leaves a lasting impact.
Meet the Moderator
Khadega Mohammed is a 24-year-old Muslim Sudanese American spoken word artist. Born in Sudan and raised in Saudi Arabia, her experiences have inspired her to explore themes of spirituality, identity, belonging and home in the form of poetry. Khadega has been performing around the country for a decade and her work has been featured in various publications nationally and internationally, such as NPR, The Detroit News, AJ+ & AJ+Arabia. She has also taught spoken word workshops, most notably at Harvard University. Khadega is featured in two incredible documentaries, An Act of Worship directed by Nausheen Dadabhoy and Revolution from Afar directed by Bentley Brown. She currently resides in Michigan, where she leads community engagement work at the Arab American National Museum in Dearborn, Mich.

Palestine Talks Teach-in Series: parallels between the Native American’s and the Palestinian's colonization and genocide
2024-07-18 18:00 - 19:30 | Vibe Coworks, 19225 8th Ave NE #201, Poulsbo, WA, 98370
This is a series, occurring everything 3rd Thursday of the month until elections, ending with a Palestinian feast on December 5th. Each month is a different topic with different panel speakers, with the throughline being what is happening in Palestine.

Through knowledge sharing, panel discussions, and interactive audience discussions, participants engage in critical dialogue and community building, empowering themselves and others to become informed advocates and agents of change. Palestine Talks | Teach-in Series serve as a strategy for raising awareness, promoting education, and mobilizing action for Palestinian liberation.
Accessibility info: Large parking lot, with accessible parking. There are stairs and an elevator. Presentation with slides, and caption video recording of event available afterwards. There are snacks and water available, and “accessible bathrooms.”
Details about each month’s topic, registration link, and event organizer info can be found here: https://www.kccoalition.org/
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Palestinian Survivor Speaks For Peace [Virtual and In-person]
2024-07-19 17:00 - 20:00 | Virtual
A Palestinian survivor shares her story this July as she has successfully sought out safety! You can also book online tickets from home.
Dina will be talking about her experiences in order to share the truth behind what she has experienced in her homeland of Palestine Just a few short months ago. How she has survived and the myths of the news will be uncovered. Is the news accurate? Dina will let you know the facts behind the fighting in the Gaza Strip today. With the hopes of promoting peace, Dina looks forward to sharing her sentiments.
In person at the Fairmont Empress Hotel, 721 Government Street Victoria, BC V8W 1W5 Canada

Cherry Street Village: Summer Clean Up
2024-07-20 10:00 - 15:00 | Cherry Street Village, 720 25th Avenue, Seattle, WA, United States
Join us in preserving history and community spirit at Cherry Street Village! This historic building, pivotal to Seattle’s Muslim and Jewish communities, is a hub for peace, justice, celebration, and culture in Seattle’s Central District. Help us give it the TLC it deserves this summer!
Clean up dates: June 29th, July 20th, and August 17th, 10am-3pm. Join the WhatsApp chat to get involved and see you there!

Palestinian Solidarity Kite Festival
2024-07-20 12:00 - 15:00 | Gas Works Park, 2101 N Northlake Way, Seattle, WA, 98103
The residents of Burin are inviting people around the world to fly kites along with them as part of a global campaign demanding the end of military rule in the West Bank and Gaza 🇵🇸
Join us on Saturday, July 20th, from 12pm-3pm on Kite Hill at Gasoworks Park to fly kites in solidarity with the residents of Burin. 🪁
You can bring your own kite (decorated with Palestinian symbols, words of solidarity, etc) or come make a kite with us on Kite Hill. Supplies will be provided.
More info can be found in the link in bio. RSVPs are optional – we’d just love to see you there!
#burinisnotalone #unoccupiedskies#kitefestival #burin #freepalestine

Kuffiyeh Walk - Kirkland Edition
2024-07-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Google Building C (Parking Lot), 747 6th Street South, Kirkland, WA, 98033, United States
Wear your kuffiyeh and walk proudly!
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

PCC: Teen Cooking Camp: 5-Day World Tour
2024-07-22 - 2024-07-26 | PCC- Burien, 15840 1st Ave S, Burien, WA, 98148, United States
Ages 12 to 16 Explore the diverse cuisines of Morocco, Japan, Italy, Mexico, and Brazil while focusing on mastering essential cooking skills. Throughout the week, students sharpen their knife skills as they prepare ingredients for dishes like Moroccan vegetable tagine and Brazilian marinated chicken skewers. They will learn the art of roasting and dive into the science of cooking to uncover the secrets behind handmade pasta. Recognize the cultural significance of food while honing your essential cooking techniques.

At Multiple PCC locations
Burien
Greenlake
Issaquah

Seattle Arab Festival 2024
2024-07-27 11:00 - 19:00 | Seattle Center – Armory, 305 Harrison St, Seattle, WA, 98109, United States
Seattle, 305 Harrison St, Seattle, WA 98109, USA

Mark your calendar for SAF annual festival!
