Noor Family Services, a nonprofit supporting immigrant and refugee survivors of domestic violence, is hosting its annual gala fundraising dinner, featuring keynote speaker Imam Khalid Latif. Childcare available. Buy tickets here.
Palestinian photojournalist Motaz Azaiza, who reported extensively on the war in Gaza over the past year, is headlining this fundraising dinner to benefit the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA). More info here and buy tickets here.
The Asian American Advocacy Fund is hosting a townhall about an issue on the ballot for Gwinnett voters in November: expanding public transit. The event will feature stories from community leaders and transit experts on how more public transportation could impact the lives of Gwinnett residents. Childcare and food provided. Free. RSVP here.
The City of Brookhaven is hosting a two-day international festival along the Peachtree Creek Greenway. The event will feature live music, food from around the world, a 5K to benefit […]
The Georgia Muslim Voter Project (GAMVP), the City of Clarkston, Refugee Women's Network (RWN), and Women Watch Afrika (WWA) are hosting a candidate town hall, and attendees will have a chance to connect directly with candidates running for Clarkston City Council, State House, State Senate, and Dekalb County Commission. RSVP here.
Decatur-based Chai Pani is hosting a Diwali Mela, featuring food and drink specials (aloo paratha and badam milk), a Pani Puri station, free henna, and fireworks.
The annual storytelling festival features a children's parade, storytellers, performers, literacy activities and giveaways, as well as food from around the world. The event is hosted by CDF Action and the City of Clarkston, and hosted by a range of community partners.
The first ever Bangladeshi Food Festival is this Sunday, hosted by the Bangladeshi Students Association of Atlanta. Attendees can enjoy food as well as music, and activities like henna and face painting.
The Consulate General of Mexico and the Institute of Mexican Culture is hosting a Day of the Dead Festival, featuring music, dancing, crafts, face painting, and a Catrina and Catrina costume contest. Dressing up is encouraged.
Learn about and experience Indonesian food and culture at this festival - "Savor delicious dishes from across the archipelago, enjoy vibrant performances, and discover the beauty of traditional Indonesian fashion," reads the event website. Tickets are $25. More info here.
Join a teach-in and collaborative zine-making workshop - led by fellows from the Asian American Advocacy Foundation - exploring the history of Sinophobia and its impacts on Asian-American activism and the larger community, and how folks can combat it. RSVP here. Artboard 8
Learn to cook maklouba (a traditional Palestinian rice dish served with meat and vegetables and flipped upside down when served) and kunafa (a pastry made with shredded phyllo dough, sweet […]
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