Date Change: Atlanta Arab Festival
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.
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Upcoming events uplifting and supporting immigrant & refugee communities across metro Atlanta
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The Alif Institute 3288 Marjan Dr, Atlanta, GA, United States
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Work permit renewal clinic for asylum seekers, refugees & asylees with Advancing Justice
CareerAsian 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.
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Asian Student Alliance film screening of “Our Mr. Matsura” at Norcross Library
Norcross Library 5735 Buford Highway, Norcross, GA 30071CommunityJoin 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
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El Refugio fundraiser: Celebrating 16 years of hospitality
Be Nice House 511 Edgewood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312Civic EngagementEl 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/.
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Más Amor x Venezuela 2026
Cielo Blanco Events 554 West Main Street, Suite 950, Buford, GA, United StatesEl Principito Foundation, a nonprofit that has been supporting survivors of the earthquake in Venezuela, is hosting a fundraising event; "Amor Venezuela." The evening will feature music from Yasmil Marrufo and Mario Caceres. Buy tickets here.
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Afghan American Alliance of Georgia 5-Year Celebration
Clarkston Community CenterCommunityThe 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 […]
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Opening Reception of Inner Landscapes: Arab Artists of Georgia exhibit
The Alif Institute 3288 Marjan Dr, Atlanta, GA, United StatesCommunityJoin 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 […]
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Blessings for Buford Highway: A Walk for “Compassion, Community & Hope”
Buford HighwayCommunityWe 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 […]
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Refuge Coffee Co. Holiday Market in Clarkston
Refuge Coffee Co. Clarkston 4170 E Ponce De Leon Ave., Clarkston, GA, United StatesCommunityJoin 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. […]
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