Upcoming events uplifting and supporting immigrant & refugee communities across metro Atlanta
Want to submit an event to the calendar? Send us an email to fiza@285south.com with all of the event information, including date(s), time, venue, and ticket link.
The Workforce English program at Georgia State University provides free ESL (English as a Second Language) classes for immigrants and residents of Georgia. They offer both morning and evening classes, […]
As part of the @masalaymaiz @pagaloquepuedas_paywhatyoucan Pay What You Can event, restaurants from 15 countries will be participating in this global day of hospitality. In Atlanta, join @vinnys_mutualaidbakery, @lindseywalsworth and @chefwalkie at Hotel Clermont, where 25% of sales will be donated to El Refugio Stewart, which provides support for people at Stewart Detention Center and […]
The nonprofit We Love Buford Highway is organizing its yearly Feast event, highlighting the rich culinary and cultural traditions of South Asia, featuring local restaurateurs representing the depth and diversity of India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, among other countries. More information here.
Refuge Coffee is always looking to showcase small businesses in the area by hosting pop-up events at its Clarkston location. If you'd like to apply, visit refugecoffeeco.com/events/refuge-saturday-pop-up.
Join the Asian/Pacific American Council of Georgia (APAC) for its annual Culture Expo, a day celebrating the rich cultures, traditions, food, music, games, performances, and community that make the metro region so diverse. $15 per vehicle.
Join the Indonesia Community Heritage Foundation for a special celebration of Indonesia’s 81st Independence Day featuring a flag ceremony, cultural performances, a food bazaar, games and more.
Join Mint Coffeehouse for a family-style dinner featuring authentic Syrian cuisine, warm hospitality, and an evening of gathering around the table with family, friends, and community. Limited tickets available here.
Join the African Immigrant Collective for this three-day gathering bringing together African immigrant professionals, entrepreneurs, executives, and community builders in Atlanta under the theme, “Building What Lasts — Careers. Businesses. Influence. Legacy.” More info at africanimmigrantcollective.org.
The Atlanta Multifaith Coalition for Palestine is organizing its 2.5-mile walk led by faith leaders along the Atlanta Beltline, followed by a park hangout with the Refaat Mobile Library. Meet at the Old Fourth Ward Water Tower at 9 a.m. for the pilgrimage. Library hours: 11 a.m. - noon.
Enjoy an afternoon exploring Arabic calligraphy with your favorite Turkish coffee at Alpharetta's Blossom Boutique for this workshop taught by Sania Irfan. Limited spots available.
Weather permitting, Cine Escuelitas returns with a special fundraiser screening of the 1997 Japanese animated historical fantasy film from Hayao Miyazaki, "Princess Mononoke." Please bring your own seating (lawn chair or blanket) and bug spray. Funds will be dispersed to local families whose member(s) have been detained or deported. Your donation of any amount (suggested […]
This Labor Day, Kamayan ATL is partnering with the Overseas Filipino Workers Association GA Foundation, a local non-profit dedicated to welcoming, protecting, and supporting newly arrived Filipino workers, with a community-driven Kamayan feast. Every ticket helps empower our kababayans as they build their lives here in GA. Limited seats available at kamayanatl.com/kamayan-x-ofw-ga.
Want to submit an event to the calendar? Send us an email to fiza@285south.com with all of the event information, including date(s), time, venue, and ticket link.
