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SUMMARY:Georgia Filipino Town Hall at Kamayan
DESCRIPTION:Join the Tanggol Migrante Georgia group for a community discussion and immigrant Know Your Rights training at this town hall at Kamayan ATL. Food will be provided; a raffle fundraiser will support Filipino migrants in detention and their families. RSVP at tinyurl.com/1027FILIPINOTOWNHALL.
URL:https://285south.com/event/georgia-filipino-town-hall-at-kamayan/
LOCATION:Kamayan ATL\, 5150 Buford Hwy NE Suite A220
CATEGORIES:Community,Education,Food & Drink
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SUMMARY:Clothing Distro & Donations with Amigos de la Comunidad
DESCRIPTION:Bring clothing donations or take home items from Friday’s Amigos de la Comunidad clothing bistro in Norcross. No appointment necessary; distro is first-come\, first-serve while supplies last. More info @amigosdelacomunidad.georgia on Instagram.
URL:https://285south.com/event/clothing-distro-donations-with-amigos-de-la-comunidad/
LOCATION:1460 Reddington Lane\, Norcross
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Día de los Muertos with El Refugio at Oakland Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:Join El Refugio at Oakland Cemetery for Día de los Muertos on Sunday\, Nov. 1\, where you’ll find an altar to remember and honor those who have died at the Stewart Detention Center in Lumpkin\, Georgia. A vigil is scheduled for 1:30-3 p.m. at the Austell Mausoleum. Sign up here: https://www.mobilize.us/disappearedinamerica/event/1061034/?force_banner=true&share_context=event_details&utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAcGRvZgJzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA85MzY2MTk3NDMzOTI0NTkAAafs3xi5BWcJFlCAbQ8uAYIvxFdWJG0Lk0L3i1K5nfYrMh9C9UzB7J_lRZoN6w_aem_hCtX04t6P_o7LQW8CDJk0A
URL:https://285south.com/event/dia-de-los-muertos-with-el-refugio-at-oakland-cemetery/
LOCATION:Oakland Cemetary\, 248 Oakland Avenue Southeast\, Atlanta\, 30312
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="El Refugio":MAILTO:info@elrefugiostewart.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261101T133000
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SUMMARY:Ofrenda and Vigil for those who died in ICE custody with El Refugio
DESCRIPTION:El Refugio is holding a vigil for individuals who have died in ICE custody at the Oakland Cemetery Austell Mausoleum from 1:30-3 p.m. on Sunday\, Nov. 1. Doors open at noon. More info @elrefugiostewart on Instagram.
URL:https://285south.com/event/ofrenda-and-vigil-for-those-who-died-in-ice-custody-with-el-refugio/
LOCATION:Oakland Cemetary\, 248 Oakland Avenue Southeast\, Atlanta\, 30312
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="El Refugio":MAILTO:info@elrefugiostewart.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T190000
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SUMMARY:"El Regreso" Film Screening and Director Q&A at Emory
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the Emory Center for Ethics\, Ethics & the Arts Program\, the Atlanta Film Society is hosting a free screening of “El Regreso\,” featuring a Q&A with director Samantha “Sam” Ramirez-Herrera\, a Mexican-born filmmaker whose work expands themes of liberation\, migration\, ancestral memory\, and climate justice. The event is free and open to the public\, but ticket reservation is required: atlantafilmsociety.org/upcoming-events/fall-ethics-at-the-movies-el-regreso
URL:https://285south.com/event/el-regreso-film-screening-and-director-qa-at-emory/
LOCATION:Emory University Rita Anne Rollins Building Room 102\, 1531 Dickey Drive Atlanta\, Georgia\, 30322 United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Entertainment
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SUMMARY:Refugee Women's Network Global Feast Under the Stars 2026
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate 27 years of empowering refugee and immigrant women with the Refugee Women’s Network\, the only organization in Georgia that specifically responds to the needs of refugee women and their families. The annual gala is the organization’s largest fundraising event\, and will feature multicultural cuisine\, live music\, and powerful storytelling. Registration ends 11:59 PM EDT on Nov. 4\, 2026. Tickets begin at $125 and can be purchased here.
URL:https://285south.com/event/refugee-womens-network-global-feast-under-the-stars-2026/
LOCATION:Decatur Legacy Park\, 500 S Columbia Street\, Decatur\, 30030
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Date Change: Atlanta Arab Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Alif Institute is hosting its annual Atlanta Arab Festival\, with live performances\, artisan vendors\, and food all day Saturday and Sunday. More info here.
URL:https://285south.com/event/atlanta-arab-festival-2/
LOCATION:The Alif Institute\, 3288 Marjan Dr\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30340\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="The Alif Institute":MAILTO:info@alifinstitute.org
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SUMMARY:Work permit renewal clinic for asylum seekers\, refugees & asylees with Advancing Justice
DESCRIPTION:Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta and the BAL Law Firm are hosting a work permit renewal clinic for asylum seekers\, refugees\, and asylees. The clinic is scheduled for Nov. 7\, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Location and appointment details will be sent to sign-ups once confirmed. Sign up at bit.ly/eadaaaja.
URL:https://285south.com/event/work-permit-renewal-clinic-for-asylum-seekers-refugees-asylees-with-advancing-justice/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Career,Education
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SUMMARY:Asian Student Alliance film screening of "Our Mr. Matsura" at Norcross Library
DESCRIPTION:Join the Asian Student Alliance at the Norcross Library for a film screening of “Our Mr. Matsura\,” and learn about Japanese-born photographer Frank S. Matsura\, whose work challenged stereotypes during a time of mass forced removal of Indigenous people. RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdsu0sY-lMiMMnnSQNNAiBV80lwRLnRBWga5au4Bzn6abGzjA/viewform
URL:https://285south.com/event/asian-student-alliance-film-screening-of-our-mr-matsura-at-norcross-library/
LOCATION:Norcross Library\, 5735 Buford Highway\, Norcross\, GA 30071
CATEGORIES:Community,Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261107T170000
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SUMMARY:El Refugio fundraiser: Celebrating 16 years of hospitality
DESCRIPTION:El Refugio\, which supports immigrants detained at Stewart Detention Center in Lumpkin and their loved ones\, is hosting a fundraiser at the Be Nice House to celebrate 16 years of impact and continue their work in the year ahead. Each $50 ticket includes a meal and one drink. Purchase your tickets at elrefugiostewart.org/nov-7/.
URL:https://285south.com/event/el-refugio-fundraiser-celebrating-16-years-of-hospitality/
LOCATION:Be Nice House\, 511 Edgewood Ave SE\, Atlanta\, GA 30312
CATEGORIES:Civic Engagement,Community
ORGANIZER;CN="El Refugio":MAILTO:info@elrefugiostewart.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T220000
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SUMMARY:Afghan American Alliance of Georgia 5-Year Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The Afghan American Alliance of Georgia – whom 285 South recently wrote about here – is hosting a fundraising dinner at the Clarkston Community Center to ensure the organization can continue to serve and support its clients into 2027. The dinner will feature a conversation with leaders and partners\, Afghan cultural performances\, a fashion show\, and an authentic Afghan dinner.  Tickets available here.
URL:https://285south.com/event/afghan-american-alliance-of-georgia-5-year-celebration/
LOCATION:Clarkston Community Center
CATEGORIES:Community,Food & Drink
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T173000
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DTSTAMP:20261020T194736Z
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SUMMARY:Opening Reception of Inner Landscapes: Arab Artists of Georgia exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Join the Alif Institute for the opening reception of “Inner Landscapes\,” an art exhibition featuring Arab American artists from Georgia exploring memory\, place\, identity\, and the human experience through their work. The reception will include performances\, readings\, a panel discussion and more. RSVP encouraged via email info@alifinstitute.org.
URL:https://285south.com/event/opening-reception-of-inner-landscapes-arab-artists-of-georgia-exhibit/
LOCATION:The Alif Institute\, 3288 Marjan Dr\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30340\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Entertainment
ORGANIZER;CN="The Alif Institute":MAILTO:info@alifinstitute.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T140000
DTSTAMP:20261027T142401Z
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SUMMARY:Blessings for Buford Highway: A Walk for "Compassion\, Community & Hope"
DESCRIPTION:We Love Buford Highway (@welovebuhi) in partnership with Seeds of Compassion\, is hosting “Blessings for Buford Highway: A Walk for Compassion\, Community & Hope\,” led by Venerable Phra Ajarn Maha Dam Phommasan\, alongside Buddhist monastics and interfaith leaders. Full schedule and details to come; check @welovebuhi Instagram.
URL:https://285south.com/event/blessings-for-buford-highway-a-walk-for-compassion-community-hope/
LOCATION:Buford Highway
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261205T090000
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DTSTAMP:20261027T142858Z
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SUMMARY:Refuge Coffee Co. Holiday Market in Clarkston
DESCRIPTION:Join Refuge Coffee Co. and a diverse array of local vendors for their annual holiday market. Vendors interested in being part of the market are encouraged to apply by Nov. 27 at https://www.eventeny.com/events/vendor/?id=56885.
URL:https://285south.com/event/refuge-coffee-co-holiday-market-in-clarkston/
LOCATION:Refuge Coffee Co. Clarkston\, 4170 E Ponce De Leon Ave.\, Clarkston\, GA\, 30021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Food & Drink
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