Upcoming MENA Events
To Stand With Palestine by Karam Dana @ 3rd Place Books
Third Place Books welcomes UW professor Dr. Karam Dana for a presentation and discussion of his new book, To Stand with Palestine: Transnational Resistance and Political Evolution in the United States.
Nowruz Musical Celebration - Early Music Seattle
Musical performances in Collaboration with Peyvand, SISCA, Early Music Seattle, and Town Hall Seattle.
Omid Roustaei 'Bitter & Sweet Cookbook @ 3rd Place Books
Discover a world of flavors in this elegantly designed cookbook from the Caspian Chef, blending Iranian dishes with global cuisines and accompanied by moving stories of Omid’s life and culinary journey from Iran to the US.
Hamid Rahmanian’s Song of the North
Song of the North is a cinematic performance combining the manual art of shadow puppetry with projected animation to tell the courageous tale of Manijeh, a heroine from ancient Persia.
The Golden Door: an American immigrant song cycle at Seattle Center
A free public performance with a full cast, accompanied by live music, bringing to life stories of immigration from real people in our communities. I hope you can join us at the Armory Stage on June 8th at 2pm, and please stay tuned for more details.
Nowruz in Olympia
Join Representative Darya Farivar and community leaders from the Persian-American community to recognize and celebrate Nowruz, the Persian New Year. There will be art, food, and more. We’ll gather at the Capitol building steps around 10:30 AM for a group photo.
The Dawn is Too Far: Stories of Iranian-American Life
At a time when immigrants, primarily from black and brown communities--from Mexico, to the Caribbean, and the Middle East-- have been vilified and stereotyped as criminals, drug-runners and terrorists, it is especially important to hear the real story of immigrants.
Mouth Harp in Minor Key
In this film, Iranian filmmaker Maryam Sepehri follows the eminent film scholar Hamid Naficy in the United States and his family in Iran. It is a documentary portrait that elucidates the complexities of personal identity in a globalized world, where individual, national, and transnational forces interact.
The Role of Art and Journalism in Society w/ Wesaam Al-Badry
Learn the traditional and cultural Palestinian dance with a rich history invented by our people to celebrate our rich heritage. All skill levels are welcome, with a class for Adults and a class for Youth.
From Ground Zero Film Screen
Shortlisted for Best International Feature for the 2025 Academy Awards, FROM GROUND ZERO is an anthology project comprised of 22 short films created by filmmakers from Gaza.
MENA Book Bazaar - UW MELC
Join the founder of the Toronto-based Asemana Books, Dr. Mahdi Ganjavi for an exclusive showcase of Asemana's books, from captivating poetry and gripping fiction to insightful cultural commentary and scholarship.
Seattle Dabke x Baladna Dabke Adult Classes
Learn the traditional and cultural Palestinian dance with a rich history invented by our people to celebrate our rich heritage. All skill levels are welcome, with a class for Adults and a class for Youth.
From Ground Zero Film Screen
Shortlisted for Best International Feature for the 2025 Academy Awards, FROM GROUND ZERO is an anthology project comprised of 22 short films created by filmmakers from Gaza.
SOUK سياتل Pop-Up Market
First edition of SOUK Seattle; a recurring pop-up market that embraces beautiful Arab cultures through art, community, and charity!
From Ground Zero Film Screen
Shortlisted for Best International Feature for the 2025 Academy Awards, FROM GROUND ZERO is an anthology project comprised of 22 short films created by filmmakers from Gaza.
From Ground Zero Film Screen
Shortlisted for Best International Feature for the 2025 Academy Awards, FROM GROUND ZERO is an anthology project comprised of 22 short films created by filmmakers from Gaza.
Where is here? - Seda Theatre
Solo play written and directed by Naghmeh Samini co-produced by Seda Theatre & Seattle Public Theater
MENA Community Update w/ Rep Darya Farivar
Community discussion reviewing results of UW MENA study with Darya Farivar and UW researchers.
Seattle Dabke x Baladna Dabke Adult Classes
Learn the traditional and cultural Palestinian dance with a rich history invented by our people to celebrate our rich heritage. All skill levels are welcome, with a class for Adults and a class for Youth.
Bake With A Palestinian - A Crafty Arab
Palestinian fundraising event organized by Koloud 'Kay' Tarapolsi of A Crafty Arab, as part of the December 29th.
ALBORZ: We Climb Mountains by Maryam Sepehri Film Screening
The story of the school during many tumultuous years in Iran’s modern history
Screening of "Walled Off" - Dunya Productions
Join Dunya Productions at Cherry Street Village for a Special Screening of the documentary "Walled Off"