Events

Asian Americans Advancing Justice - Atlanta is distributing free groceries, including fresh fruits and veggies, to families at the Iglesia Bautista Resurreccion this upcoming Saturday.

The City of Chamblee is hosting a resource fair to "honor and recognize the invaluable contributions of our diverse communities while also providing essential resources and support." Details forthcoming. To participate as a vendor contact jduarte@chambleega.gov.

The Georgia AAPI Hub is hosting a forum for Asian American and Pacific Islander led nonprofits in the state. The day long event will feature discussions on everything from grant writing to board development to nonprofit best practices. Breakfast, snacks, and lunch will be provided to attendees. Register here.      

Get ready for Eid al-Adha by checking out the all day bazaar at the Gwinnett Islamic Circle Suwanee Masjid. Vendors will be selling traditional clothing and jewelry, rugs and home decor, as well as food and drinks. If you miss this one, there will also be a bazaar on June 8 at the East Cobb […]

The Latin American Association is hosting its annual Career Expo, featuring information about job opportunities from corporate, nonprofit, and government employers including Diaz Foods, Wells Fargo, and Southern Company.

Canopy Atlanta and Rough Draft Atlanta are hosting an event featuring the diverse chefs of Norcross. Come for a sample of dishes and a discussion abut the diverse city.

The city of Clarkston is hosting its annual Juneteenth festival, to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved African Americans, throughout Downtown Market Street. The day long will festival will include  discussions, cultural performances, and "opportunities for meaningful engagement and reflection," according to the event website.  

The Alif Institute is hosting a cooking class where participants will learn to cook shakhshuka, an "originally Tunisian meal made by the combination of simmering tomatoes and / or red pepper sauce, onions, garlic, spices and gently poached eggs." Details here.

Celebrate Father's Day at Plaza Fiesta with a live mariachi band, contests, and gift giveaways for dads.

Milam Pool at Clarkston will host a free two hour swimming lesson on Thursday -as part of the World's Largest Swimming Lesson  (WLSL) event. WLSL is a "global drowning prevention event" that is "supported by leading aquatics and safety organizations around the world and takes place at all types of aquatic facilities." Details here.

The International Rescue Committee - Atlanta is hosting a trivia night to mark World Refugee Day. Trivia will focus on IRC's in Atlanta's programs and the communities it serves. Register solo or with a team here.  

The Clarkston Community Center is hosting a celebration to mark World Refugee Day. The event will feature traditional dances, cooking demonstrations, musical performances, and a vendor market, all highlighting cultures represented by Georgia's diverse refugee communities.