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Arab Voices Community Calendar/Announcements
The events listed below are not necessarily endorsed or
sponsored by
Arab Voices. Listing them on this site is a
service to the community to be aware of activities and
events in the Greater Houston Area. To include an event on this calendar, send
e-mail to
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2011
Events |
Click here for a list
of UPCOMING events._ |
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Now through December 31, 2011 -
New Paintings by Iraqi Artist Nazar Yahya |
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On the Edge of New: New
Paintings by New Artists featuring: Justin Garcia, Felipe
Lopez, Winston Lee Mascarenhas, Deborah Porter, and Nazar
Yahya
When: December 1-31, 2011
Location: Wade Wilson
Art, 4411 Montrose, Suite
200b, Houston, Texas 77006
For more details,
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December
23-25, 2011 - Islam's Image and You: Community
Platform & Islamic Convention |
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When: December 23-25, 2011
Location: Hilton Americas Hotel (Downtown Houston)
For more information, visit
www.islamnyou.com.
Click here for
convention flyer. |
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December
17, 2011 - Giving Reverence To Jesus Christ |
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Members of the Greater Houston
community are cordially invited to attend a very special
program on the Importance of Jesus Christ (a.s.) in the life
of every Muslim. The key note speakers are both prominent
religious scholars from Iran and Mexico.
The program will be conducted in two sessions. The first
session will be conducted between 10am and 12pm and will
include a lecture in English delivered by Dr. Farrokh
Sekaleshfar from IRAN. The second session will be conducted
between 1pm and 3pm and will include a lecture in Spanish
delivered by Sister Hajjar Hosseini from MEXICO.
Both lectures will be followed by a live question and answer
session.
This special event which addresses the impact of the
universal teachings of Jesus from the Islamic point of view,
will be the first of its kind in Houston. Please come and
experience the wealth of knowledge to be gained from this
spirit-filled, groundbreaking event.
When: December 17, 2011
Location: Jungman Neighborhood Library, 5830 Westheimer
Road, Houston, TX 77057
Organized by the IEC Houston Dawah Committee. For more
information, call 832-232-6903.
Click here for
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December
16, 2011 - Peace Rally |
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Pakistani-American Community
Invites All to Peace Rally this Friday in Houston
Houston, Pakistan (Press Release)
NATO attacks of November 26th, 2011 on the Pakistani soil,
resulting in senseless loss of 24 brave Pakistani soldiers,
is not only a tragedy for the families of the dead soldiers,
but a violation of sovereignty of an independent country
Pakistan; and a harsh setback to the close friendly
relationships between the United States and Pakistan.
Several days have passed since November 26th, and no
appropriate steps and measures have been taken by NATO /
USA, to restore this relationship of USA with Pakistan.
It is in the national interest of USA that this relationship
between USA & Pakistan must be maintained and salvaged, so
that peace and stability may come to the strategic region of
South Asia, which is tied with the tranquility & prosperity
of our world.
For this purpose, a "Peace Rally" has been called by the
Pakistani-American Community in Houston, where they are
inviting members of the community and all other communities
& people of conscience, to come out in large numbers, for
the sake of peace in the world:
When: December 16, 2011
Time: 2:30pm. - 4:30pm.
Location: George Thomas "Mickey" Leland Federal Building,
1919 Smith St., Houston 77002
For more information and for RSVP to join the Rally, please
E-Mail at
Peace.Rally@Yahoo.Com or call 281-236-9492 /
281-236-7597 / 713-922-8456 / 832-275-0786.
Directions: From Southwest Houston, take Southwest Fwy
(US-59) North towards downtown, stay on the left most lane
to enter downtown from TX-527-SPUR, take exit ramp onto
Louisiana Street, then turn left onto St. Joseph Pkwy, then
turn left onto Smith Street; and Federal Building will come
be on left. |
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December
6, 7 & 10 - The Raid - The Untold Story
of the Gaza Flotilla |
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Special: The Raid - The Untold
Story of the Gaza Flotilla
In May 2010, a six-boat flotilla, carrying more than 700
civilians from almost 40 countries, set sail to break the
Israeli blockade of Gaza.
But as international waters were overtaken by the Israeli
Navy, what started as a humanitarian effort soon became an
international tragedy ending with nine of the activists
dead.
The fallout from the attack triggered protests across the
Middle East and Europe, along with a shattering of
diplomatic ties between former allies Israel and Turkey. Yet
Israel defended its decision, claiming the activist were
armed and dangerous. But they also made sure to confiscate
or destroy all recording devices from the boat.
So what really happened on the Mavi Marmara? Who else was on
the other ships? What kind of humanitarian aid did the cargo
ships really load?
Thanks to exclusive footage and tapes which were hidden from
the Israeli Navy, this film shows the untold story.
Tuesday, December 6th 11:00 am
Wednesday, December 7th 06:00 pm
Saturday, December 10th 11:00 pm
DIRECTV Channel 375 | DISH Network Channel 9410
For more information, visit
http://www.linktv.org/programs/the-raid?hm. |
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December
10, 2011 - ACC Holiday Party |
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Come enjoy the holidays with us!
Some activities include:
*** Live Entertainment *** Delicious Food *** Games and
Activities
When: Saturday, December 10, 2011
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.
Location: Arab American Cultural & Community Center, 10555
Stancliff Rd., Houston, 77099
Click here
for the details.
For more information, visit
www.acchouston.org. |
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December 8,
2011 - Greg Palast in Houston |
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The "most important
investigative reporter of our time," Greg Palast releases
his book and movie for KPFT. "Vulture's Picnic: In Pursuit
of Petroleum Pigs, Power Pirates and High-Finance
Predators".
In Vultures’ Picnic, Greg Palast breaks up hard-boiled fact
with personal anecdotes telling the true story of the 1%
ruling elite as he hunts down petroleum hoarders, power
driven maniacs, and capitalist carnivores. He exposes
backdoor corporate negotiations with US and foreign
governments and international financial institutions, which
thrive on underrepresented societies that are kept from
government transparency through corporate filtered media. He
begins his quest for answers to the economic crisis with a
rouge crew staking out a vulture: a billionaire scam artist
who enriches his pockets by exploiting dead economies.
When: December 8, 2011
Location: St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 5501 Main St.
Houston, Texas 77004
FREE parking on Binz between Fannin and San Jacinto
6 PM - 7 PM - Meet and Greet - $150 donation level, includes
a book, refreshments, a chance to chat with the author,
reserved seating at the main event.
7 PM - 9 PM- Main Event - Palast speaks, shows movie trailer
and book signing - $10
All proceeds benefit KPFT 90.1 FM.
For more information, visit
www.kpft.org.
Click here for
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December
2-3, 2011 -
Nour-an-Nisa (Light of Femininity) |
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Kristina Koutsoudas presents
Nour-an-Nisa (Light of Femininity). Noor-an-Nisa is a unique
program illuminating scenes of women and spirituality in
traditional and contemporary Near Eastern, Middle Eastern,
and North African cultures. Through the combination of
dance, music, song, poetry, and stories, this free program
presents traditional arts and cultural mores rarely seen by
the general public.
Besieged from the media with negative images of the Middle
East and North Africa, the general public does not often get
a chance to view the beautiful spirit, art and culture of
these regions. Nour-an-Nisa focuses on scenes of women (in
current everyday life, as well as from artistic & literary
sources) in traditional and contemporary Near Eastern,
Middle Eastern, and North African cultures to Illustrate
important stages in women's lives. Specific elements of
various dance traditions highlight universal qualities of
these stages. Some dances are dances of youth and beauty,
others are of maturity, development of power, love and
fertility, and others are of wisdom and devotional
traditions.
Directed and choreographed by Kristina Koutsoudas,
Nour-an-Nisa draws from rich Arab and Persian musical and
literary traditions, as well as modern and traditional folk
music.
Noor-an-Nisa incorporates a cast of seven dancers from
several countries and a small classical Arab music ensemble
of artists from Jordan and Lebanon. Dancers include Kristina
Koutsoudas, Alla Shariy; Melissa Arnold, Dorianne Castillo,
Andria Denmon, Heba Khan, and Ruth Mei-Fung Langston.
Musicians include Eyyad Abdat (Ney/Percussion) from Jordan,
Erin Foster-Ghanem (Kanoun/Percussion) from Texas, and
Missid Ghanem (Oud and Vocals) from Lebanon. Lighting design
by Kris Phelps and original costume design by Ginger
Martinez of Gin Martini Designs.
When: December 2-3, 2011
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: The Rothko
Chapel, 3900 Yupon Street at the corner of Sul Ross Street,
Houston
This performance is free and open to the general public. For
more information, call 832-287- 7011 or visit
www.studiokhouston.com/Nour-an-Nisa.html. |
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November
25, 2011
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Demonstration in front of Egyptian Consulate |
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Demonstration in front of
Egyptian consulate in Houston, Texas
Please, come and stand for Egypt freedom against brutality
in Egypt. Stand for future of Egypt.
When: Friday, November 25, 2011
Time: 2:00pm until 5:00pm.
Location: 5718 Westheimer Road , Houston, TX 77057
For more info, click
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November
20, 2011 - The Future of Muslims in
America: The Many Ways Forward |
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Join us for evening of
networking & conversation with our distinguished speakers on
Political engagement, Role of activism, Civil rights for
Muslims, Media bias - fact or fiction?
Speakers include : Former Mayor Bill White, Marium Mohiuddin
(MPAC), Hany Massoud (Democracy Now), Iesa Galloway, Imam
Wazir Ali and Mustafa Carroll (CAIR-Houston)
When: November 20, 2011
Location: Turquoise Center, 9301 W. Bellfort Ave.,
Houston, Texas 77031
For more information, visit
www.muslimprofessionalassociation.com. |
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November
13-19, 2011 - City of Houston Third Annual
Citizenship Week |
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Citizenship Week is a series of
exciting community-driven events and programs designed to
raise awareness of citizenship and the citizenry of Houston
by celebrating the many faces of our City. These events and
programs will encourage and enhance citizenship and civic
engagement by building bridges of understanding, cooperation
and awareness of Houston's unique multicultural nature and
international business climate. This will be accomplished by
promoting the theme of what it means to be a Houstonian and
citizen of the City of Houston.
When: November 13-19, 2011
Click here for event locations.
On Wednesday, November 9, 2011, Arab Voices
will be talking about this topic.
For more information, visit
www.houstontx.gov/neighborhoods/citizenshipweek2011.html
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November
18, 2011 - World Peace Begins With Domestic
Justice! |
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Muslim Legal Fund of America
presents a fundraising dinner program with special guest
speaker Shaykh Abdullah Hakim Quick, Ph.D.
Dr. Abdullah Hakim Quick is a historian, social activist and
religious leader of African and Native American descent. He
has travelled to over 58 countries doing research and
delivering lectures to various communities. His
qualification in Islamic Studies comes from a BA from the
Islamic University of Madinah, Saudi Arabia and his history
background is shaped by an MA and PhD from the History
Department of the University of Toronto, Canada. He has been
a guest lecturer at York University (Toronto), McGill
University, the University of the Western Cape (South
Africa) in the Departments of History, Women’s Studies,
Geography and Middle East Islamic Studies and African
Studies as well as member of the Chaplains Association of
the University of Toronto.
When: November 18, 2011
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Shanai Banquet Hall, 5920 Hillcroft Street,
Houston, TX 77036
The Muslim Legal Fund of America is a 501(c)(3) charity that
supports legal cases impacting civil rights and liberties in
America. Donations to MLFA are taxdeductible and
zakateligible.
For more information, visit
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November
17, 2011 - The Annual Amazing Faith Dinner Dialogues |
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Around the table, over a simple
dinner, people of diverse backgrounds come together to share
a meal and offer their personal thoughts about life, faith,
spirituality. Participants are grouped in host homes to
achieve religious diversity, and a trained facilitator
guides and moderates the dialogue so that everyone feels
comfortable sharing their thoughts and ideas. Each
participant shares about his/her beliefs while the other
participants actively listen without challenging or
commenting on the individual's response.
The host/hostess provides a simple vegetarian meal. The
dinner is a symbolic act of tolerance, respect, and
understanding; eating together is an outward expression of
unity among diverse individuals with varied beliefs and
religious traditions.
When: November 17, 2011
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
For more information or to register, visit
http://imgh.org/afp2011. |
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November
15, 2011 -
Fear, Inc.: Islamophobia in America |
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Fear, Inc.: The Roots of the
Islamophobia Network in America
This groundbreaking, in-depth investigation conducted by the
Center for American Progress reveals not a vast right-wing
conspiracy behind the rise of Islamophobia in our nation but
rather a small, tightly networked group of misinformation
experts guiding an effort that reaches millions of Americans
through effective advocates, media partners, and grassroots
organizing. This spreading of hate and misinformation
primarily starts with five key people and their
organizations, which are sustained by funding from a clutch
of key foundations.
ELI CLIFTON is a national security reporter for
ThinkProgress.org. He most recently co-authored a
groundbreaking study on the origins and financiers of the "Islamophobia
Network" in the United States. Eli holds a bachelor's degree
from Bates College and a master's degree in international
political economy from the London School of Economics. He
previously reported on US foreign policy for Inter Press
Service, where he served as deputy Washington bureau chief.
His work has appeared on PBS/Frontline's Tehran bureau, The
South China Morning Post, Right Web, Asia Times, LobeLog.com,
and ForeignPolicy.com.
When: November 15, 2011
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Location: Maryam Islamic Center, Sugar Land TX
For more information, visit
www.risala.org. |
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November
15, 2011 - Inside Hezbollah |
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By Nicholas Blanford, The
Christian Science Monitor & Times of London
Hezbollah, which began as an informal group of zealous
fighters, has become one of the most formidable, non-state
military organizations in the world. Its influence continues
to grow through sophisticated communications and extensive
social welfare programs.
Investigative journalist Nicholas Blanford will give an
insider account of Hezbollah based on 16 years of study and
interviews with key operatives. He will discuss their
ideology, goals, and strategy in the electronic age. What is
Hezbollah’s impact on the region? Has it been strengthened
or weakened by the Arab Spring?
Nicholas Blanford is the Beirut correspondent for The
Christian Science Monitor and The Times of London. He is a
regular contributor to Jane's Information Group
publications, including Jane's Defence Weekly and Jane'
Intelligence Review. Blanford has lived in Beirut since
1994. As a specialist on Hezbollah's military affairs, he is
a frequent commentator on CNN, Fox TV, the BBC and CBS "60
Minutes".
When: November 15, 2011
Time: Registration: 6:00 p.m., Program: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Location: Junior League, 1811 Briar Oaks Lane, Houston,
Texas 77027
For more information and/or to register, visit
www.wachouston.org.
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November
13, 2011 - Oscar Romero Award Ceremony Honors
Nassera Dutour, Algerian Mother and Champion of Missing
Algerians |
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The Rothko Chapel, one of the
world’s most celebrated twentieth century sacred spaces and
an institution committed to advancing human rights and
interfaith understanding, will present its Oscar Romero
Award to Madame Nassera Dutour for her tireless efforts on
behalf of the families of approximately 7,000 men and women
who disappeared in Algeria in the 1990s. She initiated her
quest for justice after her own son was kidnapped from the
street near his home. Madame Dutour will speak about her
work and be recognized in a ceremony that is open to the
public. Larry Cox, former executive director of Amnesty
International USA, will speak about the global implications
of human rights violations and their redress.
When:
November 13, 2011
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Location: The Rothko
Chapel, 3900 Yupon Street at the corner of Sul Ross Street,
Houston
The public is invited to the ceremony and to a reception to
meet Madame Dutour and Larry Cox on the Chapel plaza
immediately after the program. Seating in the Chapel is
limited and is first-come, first-serve. Overflow seating
under a tent placed on the Chapel grounds will be available.
For more information,
click here. |
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November
12, 2011 -
HPJC's 2011 PeaceMaker Awards Dinner |
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Celebrate HPJC's National
Peacemaker, the inimitable Jim Hightower, along with local
peacemakers at the 9th Annual HPJC Awards Banquet.
When: Saturday, November 12, 2011
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Houston Marriott West Loop by The Galleria, 1750
West Loop South
For more information, visit
http://www.hpjc.org/node/279. |
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November
10, 2011 -
How Does It Feel to be a Problem?: Being Young and Arab in
America A Decade After 9/11 |
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By Moustafa Bayoumi
Author of "How Does It Feel To Be a Problem?: Being Young
and Arab in America" (Penguin), which won an American Book
Award and the Arab American Book Award for Non-Fiction. His
writing has appeared in The New York Times Magazine, New
York Magazine, The Guardian, The National, CNN.com, The
London Review of Books, The Nation, and other places.
Bayoumi is also the co-editor of The Edward Said Reader
(Vintage) and editor of Midnight on Mavi Marmara: the Attack
on the Gaza Freedom Flotilla and How It Changed the Course
of the Israel/Palestine Conflict (O/R Books).
When: Thursday, November 10, 2011
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Lee Student Center, Farnsworth Pavilion in the Rice
Memorial Center (Student Center), Rice University
For more information, contact Ussama Makdisi at 713-348-2561
or
makdisi@rice.edu.
Sponsored by the James A. Baker III Institute for Public
Policy, the Rice Department of History and the Arab-American
Educational Foundation Lecture Fund.
Click here for event
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November
7, 2011 -
Briefing with Former Iraq Oil
Minister |
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"Iraq Energy Landscape: Present
and Future Opportunities & Challenges"
Led by Dr. Ibrahim M. Bahr Alolom, Former Minister of Oil
The Bilateral US-Arab Chamber of Commerce is proud to
announce an exclusive briefing with Dr. Ibrahim M. Bahr
Alolom, former Minister of Oil in Iraq, as part of the
Interim Iraq Governing Council, from 2003 until 2004 and
then again in 2005.
Please join us as Dr. Alolom shares his first hand
perspective on the state of available alternatives for the
future management of Iraq's Oil & Gas wealth and the pending
legislation that surrounds it.
When: November 7, 2011
Time: 11:30am Registration, 12:00pm - 1:00pm Program
Location: Four Seasons Hotel, 1300 Lamar Street, Houston, TX
Price: $50 for Members, $100 for Non-Members
Seating is limited and registration is required to attend.
For questions about this program, please contact Amanda
Dramberger at
amanda@bilateralchamber.org or 713-880-8168, or visit
www.bilateralchamber.org. |
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November 6,
2011 - Eid Al-Adha |
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Eid Mubarak! |
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November 5,
2011 - Annual
Health & Safety Fair at ACC |
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The Arab American Cultural &
Community Center and the Houston Police Department invite
you and your family to the 10th Annual Health & Safety Fair.
When: Saturday, November 5, 2011
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location:
Arab American Cultural & Community Center (ACC),
10555 Stancliff Rd, Houston
Instruction on Safety by
Houston Police Department & Houston Fire Department
Screenings provided for: Blood Pressure, Glucose,
Cholesterol, Carpal Tunnel, Dental/Oral Hygiene,
Hearing, Diabetes & Vision!
Also doctors are providing lots of free goodies for you and
your family to take home.
Informational materials will also be available (see flyer
for more details).
For more information, call
832-351-3366.
Click here for
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November 2,
2011 - Rock the Casbah: Rage and Rebellion
Across the Islamic World |
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By Robin Wright, journalist,
author and foreign policy analyst. She is currently a USIP
Senior Fellow-Wilson Center Distinguished Scholar.
When: November 2, 2011
For more information,
visit
www.wachouston.org.
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October 28,
2011 - "What My Eyes Can See: Covering
the Arab Revolution" by Anthony Shadid |
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Pulitzer-Prize Winning Author
Anthony Shadid to Speak at Rice University.
Anthony Shadid is a foreign correspondent for the New York
Times. He won the Pulitzer Prize in 2004 and again in 2010
for his dispatches from Iraq. Click
here
to view his writings.
When: October 28, 2011
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: Grand Hall in the Rice University Memorial Center
(Student Center)
Map:
www.rice.edu/maps/maps.html
Sponsored by the
Arab-American Educational Foundation.
Click here
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October 23,
2011 - PACC Elections |
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Support The Palestinian American
Cultural Center (PACC-Houston). Renew or become a member.
Deadline for membership applications is October 15, 2011.
Declare your candidacy to the 10 vacant seats on the Board
of Director by October 20,2011.
Election Day: Sunday October 23, 2011
Time: 3-6 p.m.
Location: Arab American Cultural & Community Center, 10555
Stancliff Road, Houston
For more details, visit
www.pacchouston.org.
For any questions, please email us at
pacc.houston@gmail.com.
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October 22,
2011 - 6th Annual ICNA-MAS South Central
Conference |
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“Quran: The Scripture that Saved
the Humanity” – The 6th Annual One-Day ICNA-MAS South
Central Region Conference – Parallel Youth Conference of
Young Muslims
Speakers: Sheikh Nauman Ali Khan, Sheikh Omar Suleiman, Imam
Khalid Griggs, Sheikh Waleed Basyouni, and many others
A family event for everyone, special session for youth and
sisters, interfaith activity, bazar, baby sitting
When: Saturday, October 22, 2011
Time: 10:00am.-9:00pm
Location: University Center, University of Houston Main
Campus
Details and registration at
www.ICNASouth.com.
For booth reservations, call 281-948-3800 or 281-282-7010. |
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October 19,
2011 - Briefing with Iraqi Ambassador to the US |
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The Bilateral US-Arab Chamber of
Commerce is pleased to invite you to a breakfast briefing
with the Iraqi ambassador to the United States, Samir
Sumaida'ie. Ambassador Sumaida'ie has been a representative
to the United States since 2006; the first Iraqi ambassador
to the United States in 15 years.
Prior to serving as ambassador to the US, Ambassador
Sumaida'ie was appointed Iraq’s Permanent Representative to
the United Nations in July 2004. As Minister of the Interior
in Baghdad, he was actively involved with Ministry
operations and oversaw a domestic security force of over
120,000. Additional roles include Deputy Chairman of the
Foreign Affairs Committee, member of the Security and
Finance Committees, co-founder of the Association of Iraqi
Democrats and later, the Democratic Party of Iraq.
When: October 19, 2011
Time: 7:45am Registration Opens, 8:00am - 9:00am Program
Location: Bracewell & Giuliani LLP, Pennzoil Place, South
Tower, 711 Louisiana, Suite 2300, Houston, TX 77002
Price: $20 for Members, $100 for Non-Members. Please note
that there is limited seating for this program and
registration is required to attend.
To register or for more information,
click here. |
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October 18,
2011 - The Winds of Change in the Middle East:
Perspectives and Projections |
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His Excellency Nabil Fahmy,
former ambassador of Egypt to the United States and founding
dean of the School of Global Affairs and Public Policy at
the American University in Cairo, shares his views on the
significant political changes taking place in the Middle
East.
When: October 18, 2011
Time: 6-7:30 pm
Location: James A. Baker III Institute for Public Policy,
Rice University
To RSVP or for more information,
click here. |
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October 17,
2011 - Young Leader's Forum: Syrian Youth Today |
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Andrew J. Tabler, Washington
Institute for Near East Policy
Andrew J. Tabler is a Next Generation fellow in the Program
on Arab Politics at the Washington Institute. Mr. Tabler has
14 years of experience in consulting, researching and
reporting on the Middle East. He is an expert on US-Syria
relations. He is the cofounder and former editor-in-chief of
Syria Today, Syria's first private-sector English-language
magazine, and has been a media consultant for Syrian
nongovernmental organizations (2003-2004) under the
patronage of Syrian first lady Asma al-Asad. Mr. Tabler
received his M.A from the American University in Cairo (AUC).
When: Monday, October 17, 2011
Time: Registration: 4:00 p.m., Program: 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Location: Boy Scouts Building, Boy Scouts Building, 2225
North Loop West, Houston, 77008
For more information,
visit
www.wachouston.org. |
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October 16,
2011 - Potluck Meal and Talk on Middle East by
Fr. Maurice Restivo |
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Come hear Fr. Maurice Restivo
describe his recent trip to Israel and Palestine.
When: Sunday, October 16, 2011
Time: 4 pm
Location: Dominican Center for Spirituality, 6501 Almeda
Rd., Houston
Bring a covered dish to share. Drinks and eating utensils
will be provided.
Sponsored by Pax Christi Houston.
RSVP to Dave Atwood at
dpatwood@igc.org or 832-693-5710. |
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October 15-16,
2011 - Family Day Workshop with Dr. Hatem Al Haj |
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Join us at MAS Katy this weekend
to listen to world-renowned scholar and Minnesota dawah
expert Dr. Hatem Al Hajj.
Saturday, October 15th, 2011 (between Magrib and Isha)
The Ruling of Hajj
Sunday, October 16, 2011
Session 1 (10 - 12:30 am): Contemporary Medical Issues
Session II (1:30 - 3:30 pm): Prophet recommendations for healthy
lifestyle
Dr. Hatem AlHaj is Dean of IUNA (Islamic University of North
America, formerly known as Sharia Academy of America); a
member of Assembly of Muslim Jurists of America; and
Associate Professor of Islamic University of Minnesota. He
also hold Board Certification in Pediatrics from the
American Board of Pediatrics.
As usual, Family Day is a potluck event. Please bring your
wonderful dishes and share them with the Community for the
Sunday lunch.
Location: MAS Katy Center, 1800 Baker Rd, Houston, TX 77094
For more information, visit
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October 15-16,
2011 - Turkish Festival 2011 |
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When: Saturday-Sunday, October
15-16, 2011
Location: 601 Louisiana St., Houston, TX 77002
For more information, visit
www.atahouston.org. |
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October 15,
2011 - ACC Annual "Unity & Friendship" Gala |
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"United We Make Change"
The Arab American Cultural and Community Center (ACC)
requests the honor of your presence at our 16th Annual Unity
and Friendship Gala honoring Monzer Hourani, P.E. for
Lifetime Achievement and Hatem Saqr, MPH, Ph.D. for
Outstanding Community Service.
Keynote Speaker: Ayman Mohyeldin
Entertainment by The famous piano and keyboard player Magdy
El Husseini
When: Saturday, October 15, 2011
Time: 6:30 p.m. reception, 7:30 p.m. dinner and program
Location: Post Oak Hilton Hotel Ballroom, 2001 Post Oak
Boulevard, Houston, TX 77056
For reservation information, contact the Gala Team at
832-351-3366 or Email:
accgala2011@gmail.com.
Gala Chair: Muna Saqer
Co-Chair: Luna Madi
Members: Amira Musallam, Bashira Jalajal, Sara Qaddumi,
Mariam Rahman, Asmahan Refai, Nadia Zahra, Norma Fogelsong,
Mia Francis, Asma Ali, Iman Hussein, Zaina Al Mohtaseb, Lama
Elissa, Mouna Bouchefaa, and Munia Chehayeb
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October 15,
2011 - Atash, David Rovics and More in
Concert for KPFT |
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World beats and folk collide in
this eclectic concert fundraiser for KPFT. Atash "...best
world beat band in Texas...", David Rovics, internationally
known radical folk singer and activist, The Presidents,
Torry Mercer and Chakavak together playing to raise your
awareness, consciousness and get your groove on. Admission
is $20 at the door; all proceeds benefit KPFT.
Featuring:
Atash - Best World-Beat Band in Texas
David Rovics - Radical Folksinger
The Presidents - Pinoy Afro-Beat & Reggae
Torry Mercer - Radical Folksinger
Chakavak - Classical Persian Ensemble
Admission is $20.00 at the door and all proceeds benefit
KPFT 90.1 FM.
When: Saturday, October 15, 2011
Time: 7pm - 1 am
Location: Dan Electro’s Guitar Bar, 1031 E. 24th St.,
Houston, TX 77009
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October 9,
2011 -
Libya’s Martyrs: A Night of Remembrance |
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The Arab American Cultural
& Community Center (ACC) is hosting a night in solidarity
with the Libyan community to honor the heroes of the
February 17 Revolution, including those who died, the
injured, and the brave men that are still fighting for the
freedom of our country.
Please join us for a night of solidarity, prayer, and
appreciation for all those who have died and are still dying
to promote and preserve a Free Libya.
*Refreshments will be served*
When: October 9, 2011
Time: 5-7 pm
Location: Arab American Cultural & Community Center, 10555
Stancliff Rd., Houston, 77099
Click here
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October 6-9,
2011 - The Original Greek Festival Houston |
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Come and join The Original Greek
Festival, now in its 45th year, and be Greek for a day!
Growing attendance over the years continues to create
excitement as the word gets around, so bring your family,
friends and co-workers to enjoy the festive atmosphere and
our new expanded festival site. Facilities, children's
activities, Athenian playground & seating capacity have also
been expanded. OPA!!
When: October 6-9, 2011
Location: Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral complex,
Near downtown and the Museum District, 3511 Yoakum
Boulevard, Houston, Texas 77006
Admission at Gate: $5.00 (adults). Children 12 and under
admitted free
Pre-sale Tickets: $18 Includes admission & dinner plate with
your choice of Souvlaki or Pastry Box
This event is organized by Greek Festival.
Please click
here for more information and to purchase tickets.
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September 22, 2011
- That Used to be Us and the
Middle East |
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Thomas
Friedman, Author and Journalist, New York Times
When: Thursday, September 22, 2011
Time: Registration: 11:30 a.m., Program: Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Location: Hilton Americas Hotel, 1600 Lamar Street, Ballroom
of the Americas, Level 2, Houston, Texas 77010
This is a members only program - World Affairs Council of
Houston
Thomas Friedman is an internationally renowned author,
reporter, and columnist. He has earned three Pulitzer Prizes
and has written five best selling books, among them From
Beirut to Jerusalem and The World Is Flat.
Friedman joined The Times in 1981 and was soon its Beirut
bureau chief. During his career, he has served as a general
assignment reporter with the London Bureau of United Press
International and in several positions with the New York
Times’, including bureau chief in Beirut and Jerusalem,
chief diplomatic correspondent, chief White House
correspondent, and international economics correspondent.
Friedman is a foreign affairs columnist with the New York
Times and is a director on the board of the Pulitzer Prize.
The Overseas Press Club recognized him with its lifetime
achievement award. Queen Elizabeth made him an honorary
member of the Order of the British Empire.
Copies of Thomas Friedman's latest book, That Used to be Us,
can be purchased at the time of registration and will also
be available at the program. You can also purchase the book
in advance by calling the office. Mr. Friedman will be in
the lobby at 11:30 a.m. and again at 1:30 p.m. to sign
books.
This is a members only program - World Affairs Council of
Houston
For more information, visit
www.wachouston.org. |
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September
21,
2011 -
Israel
and the Emerging Palestine |
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Bernard
Avishai, Hebrew University
When: Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Time: Registration: 6:00 p.m., Program: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Location: The Junior League, 1811 Briar Oaks Lane, Houston,
Texas 77027
A UN vote on Palestine raises the question of whether
Palestine’s economy, its political institutions and
rivalries, and the PA’s stated positions regarding Israel,
qualify Palestinians for statehood. If they do, what would
peace with Israel really look like? If they do not, what if
anything can Israel do to preempt new violence? Do Israel’s
own political realities contribute to a dangerous stalemate?
Bernard Avishai is an adjunct professor at Hebrew
University. He has also taught at Duke and the Massachusetts
Institute of Technology. Previously, he was the technology
editor of Harvard Business Review. Avishai has covered the
Middle East as a journalist. He has had articles in The New
Yorker, New York Times, Harper’s, as well as many others.
Bernard Avishai is the author of three books on Israel
including The Tragedy of Zion and the recently published The
Hebrew Republic.
For more information, visit
www.wachouston.org. |
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September 20, 2011
- Houston United Launches Campaign to Stop Racial Profiling |
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When:
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Time: 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Location: Federal Detention Center, 1200 Texas (at San
Jacinto), Houston
For more information, visit
www.houstonunido.org.
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September
18,
2011 -
The
Arab Revolutions in the Eyes of Poetry, Music and Cartoons |
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Poetry
Event & Mourning Dinner Invitation Honoring the Souls of the
Arab martyrs who fell for freedom and dignity.
In association with Texans for free Syria (T.F.S), the Arab
revolutions’ poet Tarif Youssef-Agha is hosting a ‘Poetry
Event & Mourning Dinner’ for the Souls of the martyrs who
fell for the sake of freedom and dignity. The event is
titled “The Arab Revolutions in the Eyes of Poetry, Music
and Cartoons”. The poet will recite selections of his latest
works. Other musical and artistic works that marked the
revolutions of Tunisia, Egypt, Yemen, Libya and Syria, will
also be presented. The event will start with a solidarity
stand with the Palestinian Struggle for freedom.
When: Sunday, September 18, 2011
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: Arab American Cultural & Community Center, 10555
Stancliff Rd., Houston, 77099
This is a Free and Public invitation, so please forward it
to your friends.
Click
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April 16-September
18,
2011 -
Witness to War by George Gittoes |
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Extended
through September 18, 2011
The Station
Museum of Contemporary Art wishes to announce the opening of
the exhibition
Witness to
War
by
George Gittoes.
The exhibition will open Saturday, April 16, 2011, from 7-10
pm with music and refreshments.
George Gittoes works in a variety of media: painting,
drawing, printmaking, installation, video and film. He was
born in Sydney, Australia in 1949. He has been exhibited
internationally, most notably, in
Documenta X
(Germany) in 1997. His other exhibitions include
Crows Over
Canefields
(Manila) in 1990,
Minefields
(Geneva and Moscow) in 2000,
Lives in the
Balance
(South Africa) in 2001,
Across the
Lines
(Sana'a, Yemen) in 2002, and
NO EXIT
(Aveiro, Portugal) in 2003. His films have received critical
acclaim in Berlin, MoMA NY, London, Amsterdam, Telluride and
Copenhagen. In 1998 he was the artist in residence at the
Central Academy of Fine Arts, Beijing and in 2002 was the
artist in residence at The School of Humanities, Michigan
University. In 1997 he was awarded membership in the Order
of Australia (AM) for his service to the arts and
international relations and in 2008 was awarded the degree
of Doctor of Letters by the University of New South Wales.
Gittoes' exhibition at the Station Museum in Houston is the
first major presentation of his artwork in the United
States. It reflects the life and the vision of a unique
artist who is driven to experience the tragedy of war first
hand. It would be difficult to find another artist in the
world remotely like him. Gittoes is both a fine artist and a
war artist who often risks his life in the process of making
his art. He has set up mobile studios in countries mired in
conflict and upheaval, for example, Cambodia, Rwanda,
Nicaragua, Northern Ireland, Philippines, Bosnia, East
Timor, Palestine, Congo, South Africa, Lebanon, Russia,
Western Sahara, Yemen, and Iraq. He has lived and worked in
these countries during the worst of times. His diaries are
the center of his creative thinking, and his paintings and
films expand and deepen his vision of a world torn apart by
warmongers, dictators and politicians. Recently he has been
working in the tribal areas of Afghanistan and Pakistan, the
site of his 2009 documentary film
The
Miscreants of Taliwood.
With an inspired simplicity, Gittoes explains his journey,
his vision, and his motivation in his own words: “Why do I
do it? As far as choosing the roads I have travelled, I have
this instinct that if I get comfortable, the work will lose
its ‘sting.’ So I go out of the comfort zones and into the
wilderness to find my art. In the past, it was the natural
world where predators fed on gentler creatures. In the
contemporary context, I go alone to a different kind of
human wildness--Rwanda, Bosnia, Iraq, Afghanistan--not
to contemplate nature, but the basics of humanity…”
April 16 - September 18, 2011
STATION MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART
1502 ALABAMA ST HOUSTON, TEXAS 77004
PH 713.529.6900 FX 713.529.6960
WWW.STATIONMUSEUM.COM
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September 17, 2011 -
Arabic Language Classes are back at the ACC |
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The Arab American Cultural and
Community Center is proud to offer improved Arabic Classes
for the school year 2011-2012 starting Saturday September
17th, 2011 for both children and adults for all levels.
- New curriculum and teaching materials
- Increasing proficiency levels - Testing from level to
level
- Improved teaching environment
Classes will be offered every Saturday from 10AM to 2PM.
Monthly Fees:
-ACC members: First child $80; second child $65; Adults $90
-Non-members: First child $95; second child $80; Adults $100
We will also offer the following adult classes at the same
time as the Arabic language classes*:
- English as a Second language (ESL)
- Spanish
- French
- Soccer and Dabkeh
*We do required a minimum response from the community for
each class to justify the teachers we have.
For additional information, please do not hesitate to
contact Asma Ali at the ACC at 832-351-3366 or via email at
mouna@acchouston.org. |
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September 17, 2011 -
The Life of Malcom X: An Islamic Perspective |
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By Imam Khalid
Grig & Imam Wazir Ali
All mankind is from Adam and Eve, an Arab has no superiority
over a non-Arab nor a non-Arab has any superiority over an
Arab; also a white has no superiority over a black nor a
black has any superiority over white except by piety and
good action. These simple and powerful words of the
Prophet’s last sermon have been embedded into Islam’s call
for justice, equality and tolerance. They are words that
humble the soul and lift the spirit. Decades earlier a young
black boy was told that his dream to attain success will
never be; simply because he was born the wrong skin color.
Denial lead to defiance; defiance lead to prison and prison
lead to humbling of the soul and lifting of the spirit.
ILF Houston invites you to come and experience the
transformation of a one of the greatest personalities to
come out of the African-American community in the last 100
years. Malcolm X was a Muslim, an articulate speaker and a
dynamic personality. He is gone but his dawah still lives
on.
Join us for this in-depth one day learning seminar on the
life of Malcolm X taught by experienced and well versed
scholars.
When: Saturday, September 17, 2011
Time: 11 am - 5:30 pm
Location: Maryam Islamic Center, 600 Sartartia Rd.,
Sugar Land, TX 77479
For more information, visit
http://ilfhouston.org/.
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September 16,
2011 -
Iraq
- A Re-Emerging Frontier for International Investment |
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The Bilateral US-Arab Chamber of
Commerce and Fulbright & Jaworski cordially invite you to take
part in our upcoming Leadership Series Session: Iraq - A
Re-Emerging Frontier for International Investment. Iraq is a
unique, re-emerging market for investment and commerce and has
become an attractive opportunity for multi-national companies
seeking new markets for growth. Iraq’s energy sector, in
particular, has significant potential to impact the energy
marketplace for years to come.
Please join us as The Honorable Adnan Al-Janabi, Member of the
Iraqi Parliament and head of the Oil & Energy Committee that is
currently working to ratify the Iraq Energy Law delivers a
keynote address and shares his firsthand view on the current
outlook for energy and investments in Iraq.
You will also hear and have the opportunity to participate in an
interactive panel discussion of seasoned professionals with
current on-the-ground experience in Iraq. Our distinguished
guest speaker and panelists will analyze the risks and potential
rewards of doing business in Iraq.
Space is limited for this exclusive chance to hear firsthand
accounts of the outlook for the Iraq investment potential and
energy sector in the months ahead
When: Friday, September 16, 2011
Time: 7:30 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. Registration and Breakfast, 8:00
a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Program
Location: The St. Regis Hotel, 1919 Briar Oaks Lane, Houston, TX
77027
For more information and/or to register, visit
http://bilateralchamber.org/invites/leadership-series/iraq-re-emerging-frontier.html.
For questions about this program, please contact Vranae Pavlich
at 713-880-8168 or
vranae@bilateralchamner.org.
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September 15,
2011 -
Strategic
Leadership for the 21st Century |
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General
Wesley Clark,
Former NATO Supreme Allied Commander
When: Thursday, September 15, 2011
Time: Registration: 11:30 a.m., Program: Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Location: The Galleria Ballroom, 5060 West Alabama, Houston,
Texas 77056
This is a members
only program - World Affairs Council of Houston
General Wesley Clark is a retired four-star general. Clark
served 34 years in the Army. His commendations include the
Silver Star, Bronze Star, Purple Heart and the Presidential
Medal of Freedom.
He has served as the Director of Strategic Plans and Policy for
the Joint Chiefs of Staff when he led the military negotiations
for the Dayton Accords that ended the war in Bosnia. He was
Commander-in-Chief of the U.S. Southern Command in Panama. He
capped his career as NATO Supreme Allied Commander and
Commander-in-Chief of the U.S. European Command.
During his tour commanding NATO, he led Operation Allied Force
in Kosovo. Upon retiring, he wrote Waging Modern War: Bosnia,
Kosovo, and the Future of Combat.
General Clark founded a consulting firm, Wesley K. Clark &
Associates, which he still leads. He also is a regular analyst
for news channels.
This is a members only program - World Affairs Council of
Houston
For more information, visit
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September 11, 2011 -
Houston Premiere of "9/11 Explosive
Evidence: Experts Speak Out" |
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Who: Houston 911
Truth/AE911Truth Action Group – Houston proudly announces
the Houston premiere of a dynamic new film produced by
Architects and Engineers for 911 Truth.
What: Houston premiere screening of 9/11 Explosive
Evidence: Experts Speak Out (watch
the movie trailer here!)
When: Sunday, September 11, 2011
Time: 4 pm
Location: SHAPE Community Center, 3815 Live Oak,
Houston, 77004
Why: Ten years after 9/11, there has still been no proper
investigation of this horrendous crime, yet the official
government reports have all been debunked by subsequent
revelations. We owe it to the victims of that horrid event,
to ourselves and to our nation not to rest until the truth
is fully known, and justice is served.
This film includes interviews with dozens of professionals
nationwide about the important questions we all still have
about the events of 9/11. Dan Barnum, a Houston area
architect interviewed in this film, will be on hand to
answer questions from the audience.
This premiere screening is free (donations encouraged) and
open to the public.
For more information, send e-mail to
diogenesquest@gmail.com. |
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September 11, 2011 -
“911’s Footprint on America”: 10 Years Later... |
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KPFT coverage starts at 11 a.m.
When terrorists flew airplanes into the World Trade Centers
and the Pentagon on Sept. 11, 2001 precious lives were lost
forever and the sense of security Americans enjoyed in their
homeland – was completely shattered.
A decade later Pacifica Radio and Democracy Now! will
examine “911’s Footprint on America”: who have we become
because of it – as individuals and as a society.
Through the words of the people who lost their loved ones,
who fought the flames at ground zero, who sustained life
altering injuries and who suffered the consequences of being
a Muslim American, we’ll hear firsthand how America and her
people have evolved in spite of the terror inflicted upon
them.
The memorial broadcast will begin, the way Sept. 11, 2001
began for Pacifica listeners with Democracy Now!
broadcasting ‘live’ from New York, only a few blocks away
from where the planes hit the towers. Amy Goodman will take
us back to that ill fated day with actual sound gathered on
the scene as well as her own personal recollections.
Throughout the day WBAI reporters will speak to us from
locations throughout New York including Ground Zero, the
site for the controversial Islamic educational and cultural
center and other major events around the city as they occur.
Voices of the thinkers and the intellectuals who have
navigated us through this crisis over the last decade like
Gore Vidal, Dr. Cornel West, the late Howard Zinn, Noam
Chomsky and Tariq Ali will be provided by Pacifica Archives
Director Brian DeShazer. Most importantly this commemorative
broadcast will include the perspectives of the artists, the
poets, the grassroots activists and average citizens.
You will hear in a WBAI roundtable discussion led by
Attorney Michael Ratner, Director of the Center for
Constitutional Rights, the abuse of powers post 9/11 such as
domestic surveillance, FBI guidelines, criminalizing
dissent, illegal wars, Islamophobia and targeting Muslims.
Iraqi Feminist Yanar Mohammd will join KPFK host Sonali
Kolhatkar discuss how the abuse of women’s rights has been
used in the post 911 era as a pretext to justify U.S.
invasions in the middle east.
Here at home, 911 has given rise to a burgeoning rightwing
movement. KPFT’s hosts will examine the rise of the
religious right in America against the backdrop of 911.
Guest Peter Montgomery of People for the American Way will
provide insight.
Radio hosts will include Ian Masters, Margaret Prescod,
KPFT's Cassandra Ashley and others.
For more information, visit
www.kpft.org. |
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September 10,
2011 -
ACC & Houston Grand Opera:
Pieces of 9/11 - Memories from Houston |
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To commemorate the 10th anniversary
of 9/11, Houston Grand Opera presents the premiere of Pieces of
9/11, Memories from Houston, a specially commissioned song cycle
by renowned US composer Jake Heggie (Dead Man Walking, Three
Decembers, Moby Dick) and librettist Gene Scheer (Three
Decembers, Moby Dick).
Commissioned as part of the HGOco Song of Houston project, a
unique initiative designed to connect a great opera company to
its community through collaboration, the work commemorates those
Houstonians who were affected by, and responded to, events on
September 11, 2001.
When: Saturday, September 10, 2011
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Arab American Cultural &
Community Center, 10555 Stancliff Rd., Houston, 77099
Free Admission.
Click here for
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September 10, 2011 -
Eid Carnival at Maryam Islamic Center |
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Fun - Food - Family
Horse Rides, Moonwalk, Face Painting, Rock Climbing, Balloon
Art, Choo
Choo Train
Over 4000 people expected! Great place for vendors!
International Food Bazaar
When: Saturday, September 10, 2011
Time: 4 pm - 10 pm
Location: Maryam Islamic Center, 600 Sartartia Rd.,
Sugar Land, TX 77479
For more information, visit
www.maryammasjid.org.
Click here for
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September 9-10, 2011- Funeral
Arrangements for Ester King (1943-2011) |
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Friday, September 9, 2011
12noon - 5:00pm Viewing, Mabrie Memorial Mortuary, 5000 Almeda
Rd. Houston, 77004
Friday, September 9, 2011
6pm - 9pm Wake/Memorial, Shrine of the Black of Madonna, 5317
M.L.K. Blvd. Houston, 77021 (Viewing and Public Expressions)
Saturday, September 10, 2011
11:00am Funeral Service, Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church, 3826
Wheeler Ave. Houston, 77004
Saturday, September 10, 2011
2--6:00 PM Repast Gathering, SHAPE Community Center, 3815 Live
Oak, Houston, 77004
In lieu of flowers the King family request donations be made to
the S.H.A.P.E.
Community Center.
Click here for the
Funeral Arrangement's flyer. |
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September 7,
2011 -
Turmoil
in Syria: What Happens Next? |
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Murhaf Jouejati, National Defense
University
The Syrian crisis is at the
point of no return. After months of violent repression by the
Assad regime, protests are only growing larger and more
determined. Hama, Homs and other areas are risking grave bodily
harm to rebel against the government. As Syrians continue to
protest, the economy is close to collapse and the outlook is
grim. Is it possible for the current government to reform and
survive? If the Assad regime falls, who will fill the political
vacuum? How will the balance of power and relations with other
Arab countries change?
When: Wednesday, September 7, 2011
Time: Registration: 6:00 p.m., Program: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Location: The Junior League, 1811 Briar Oaks Lane, Houston,
Texas 77027
Murhaf Jouejati is a scholar at the Middle East Institute as
well as a professor of Middle East Studies at the National
Defense University and at the George Washington University.
Prior to teaching, Dr. Jouejati was an advisor to the European
Commission Delegation in Damascus and served with the United
Nations Development Program. He has written extensively on Syria
and the Middle East and has been a commentator for NPR, the News
Hour with Jim Lehrer, ABC, CNN, BBC, Al-Jazeera and others.
For more information, visit
www.wachouston.org.
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August 30,
2011
- Eid-ul-Fitr |
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Eidul Fitr Prayer will be held on TUESDAY, AUGUST 30, 2011.
When: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Time: Takbeerat: 8:30 AM, Salat: 9:30 AM
Location: George Brown Convention Center, (Exhibit Halls – A&B)
Zakat-ul-Fitr $8 per person
Parking: $7 in Convention Center parking lots #1 & #2
Parking lot #1 Walker Street (Next to Hall A)
Parking Lot #2 Polk Street (Next to Hall E)
200 Parking Spaces in each lot
$10 in Discovery Green (Across from Convention Center) |
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August 27,
2011
- MAS Katy Center Annual Ramadan
Fundraiser |
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New Masjid Drawings and Construction
Animation will be shown to the community.
When: Saturday, August 27, 2011
Time: ISHA prayers
Location: MAS Katy Center, 1800 Baker Rd, Houston TX 77094
For more information, e-mail
hamza@mashouston.org.
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August 26, 2010
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International Day of Quds |
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In solidarity of the oppressed of
the world. Quds Day is held annually on the last
Friday of the holy month of Ramadan.
On International Day of Quds, People of conscience gather to express
solidarity with all oppressed human beings of the world and
particularly the innocent civilians of Palestine who are
victimized by the oppressive and racist Zionist regime.
We invite all peace-loving people to voice their opposition to the unjust
and illegal occupation of the great Al-Aqsa Mosque and the usurpation
of the holy land by the Zionist regime.
When: Friday, August 26, 2011
Time: 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Where: Westheimer and Post Oak (Galleria Area)
Organized by Al-Quds Committee.
For more info, visit www.freealquds.org.
Click here for
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August 21, 2010
- Community Iftar Invitation from Farouk Shami |
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The Arab American Cultural &
Community Center (ACC) would like to wish you Happy Ramadan, and
may God bring you the utmost in peace & prosperity. The ACC will
continue our tradition by sponsoring Iftars in partnership with
other Arab Organizations.
This Sunday, August 21st, 2011 at 7:30 PM in partnership with
the ACC, Mr. Farouk Shami invites you and your family for a
Community Iftar at the ACC.
When: August 21, 2011
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Location: ACC, 10555 Stancliff Road, Houston, Texas 77099
For more information,
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August 18,
2011 -
Second Annual Pink
Iftar at Christ Church Cathedral |
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The Pink Iftar Committee, Brigid’s Place and
Christ Church Cathedral have planned another unique interfaith
experience for non-Muslim women interested in learning about,
celebrating and honoring Muslim women’s contributions to the
arts, sciences, religious and academic scholarship, politics and
everyday life.
Ramadan is the month of fasting, prayer, and repentance. Muslims
wake up before dawn, eat a meal called suhoor or sehri, say the
fajr (dawn) prayer, and refrain from eating, drinking, sexual
activity and smoking until sunset. They break their fast at
sunset usually with water, tea, or juice and dates, perform the
maghrib (evening) prayers and then enjoy a larger meal with
items specially prepared for the month of Ramadan. The breaking
of the fast is called the iftar.
The Pink Iftar is the only program of its kind in Houston. This
year, Dr. Elora Shehabuddin of Rice University will open the
program with a discussion about Islamic Faith and Feminism.
Muslim women of diverse backgrounds will gather to welcome women
from other faith traditions and lead a conversation about their
life experiences and perspectives.
When: August 18, 2011
Time: REGISTRATION BEGINS AT 6:30 AND PROGRAM BEGINS AT 7:15 PM
Location: CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL, 1117 TEXAS AVE., HOUSTON,
TEXAS 77002
Traditional Ramadan foods from around the world will be served
alongside engaging conversation.
Seating is limited. Tickets are $40 before August 1. $45 after
August 1.
For more information contact Kafah Bachari Manna at
womensiftar@gmail.com
or
click here
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August 18,
2011
- MAS Houston Chapter Annual
Ramadan Iftar |
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For more information, contact
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August 14,
2011 -
Moroccan
Society of Houston
Iftar |
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The Moroccan Society of Houston
Cordially invites you and your family to attend our Ftour &
Dinner Celebrating the Holy Month of Ramadan
When: Sunday, August 14, 2011
Time: 7:30 pm
Location: ACC, 10555 Stancliff Road, Houston, Texas 77099
Donations and Sponsorships for this event are welcome.
Wishing you the best this month. Ramadan Mubarak.
For more information, visit
www.moroccansociety.org. |
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August 13,
2011 -
Community
Health Fair |
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Free Health Services
When: Saturday, August 13, 2011
Time: 9 am - 1 pm
Location: Texas Southern University
Click here for
event details/flyer. |
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August 13,
2011 -
Commemoration
Eftar by PACC |
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In memory of the late Abu-Obaida, at
first year anniversary, the Palestinian American Cultural Center
(PACC) invites you to attend a Commemoration Eftar.
When: Saturday, August 13, 2011
Time: 8 pm - 10 pm
Location: ACC, 10555 Stancliff Road, Houston, Texas 77099
Have a Blessed Ramadan. All are welcome.
Click here for
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August 11 -
Meet the New
Ambassador of the United States to Qatar |
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The Bilateral US-Arab Chamber of
Commerce is pleased to invite you to a business briefing with
the newly appointed Ambassador of the United States to Qatar,
the Honorable Susan L. Ziadeh. Ambassador Ziadeh will share her
insights on the Middle East and her plans to foster the
important bilateral relationship between the United States and
Qatar. Her extensive experience in the Middle East include her
role as Deputy Chief of Mission at the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh,
Saudi Arabia and prior positions of Official Spokesperson at the
U.S. Embassy in Baghdad, Iraq, and Deputy Chief of Mission at
the U.S. Embassy in Manama, Bahrain.
A recipient of the U.S. Department of State�s Superior Honor
Award numerous times, she was also awarded the 2008 Edward R.
Murrow Award for Excellence in Public Diplomacy. Ambassador
Ziadeh earned a Bachelor of Arts from the University of
Washington, a Master of Arts from the American University of
Beirut, a Master of Science in National Security Studies from
the National War College, and a doctorate in History from the
University of Michigan.
When: Tuesday, August 11, 2011
Time: 8 am - 9:30 am
Please note that there is limited seating for this program and
registration is required to attend.
For more information,
click here or contact Amanda Dramberger at
Amanda@bilateralchamber.org. |
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August 9,
2011 -
Libya from the Front Lines:
Intelligence Briefing |
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The Bilateral
US-Arab Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that Richard
Ayton, Stabilization Advisor to the British Special
Representative to Libya, will provide us with an exclusive
firsthand account on the current state of Libya. He was deployed
in early April 2011 to Benghazi to support policy-makers with
analysis and insight based on deep engagement at all levels of
the National Transitional Council and revolutionary militias. He
has briefed widely within government and the private sector on
the challenges facing the NTC and issues related to licensing
and business in Libya during the transitional period.
When: Tuesday, August 9, 2011
Time: 8:30am - 10:00am
For more information, visit
www.bilateralchamber.org. |
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August 7,
2011 - DCCC Iftar Dinner with
Pelosi, Ellison and Jackson Lee |
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The Democratic Congressional
Campaign Committee is proud to announce that they will be
hosting an Iftar dinner held on August 7th at the Hyatt Regency
Houston.
Featured guests will include Nancy Pelosi, the first Muslim
American elected to Congress Keith Ellison, and Houston's Sheila
Jackson Lee.
This Ramadan event will provide our community the unique
opportunity to network with leaders as well as share in the rich
culture and tradition of Islam.
When: August 7, 2011
Time:
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Location:
Hyatt Regency Houston
For more information and to
register, please go to
www.dccc.org/iftar.
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August 6,
2011 -
Mayor’s
Annual Ramadan Iftar and Dinner |
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Mayor Annise Parker invites you to attend The Mayor’s Annual
Ramadan Iftar and Dinner.
When: August 6, 2011
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: George Bush Grand Ball Room (3rd Floor), George R.
Brown Convention Center, 1001 Ave De Las Americas Houston,
TX 77010
RSVP: Humayun Mahmood 713.524.6615 humayun@isgh.org; Mustafa
Carroll 713.838.2247
info@cairhouston.org.
Over 1,500 people are expected to attend this event with a
budget of $25,000. Please send monetary contributions to:
Islamic Society of Greater Houston (ISGH), Mayor's Ramadan
Iftar, 3110 Easeside Dr., Houston, TX. 77098. Your
generosity is appreciated. |
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August 6,
2011 -
Building a Generation of Civic
Public Servants |
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Houston Quran Academy invites you to
Annual Ramadan Iftar "Building a Generation
of Civic Public Servants".
Be part of Our Story...Join Our Legacy
Bring Your Family to an Evening of Inspiration
Guest Speakers: Dr. Hamed Ghazali, Dr. Main Alqudah, Br.
Fady Qaddoura
When: Saturday, August 6, 2011
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: MAS Katy Center, 1800 Baker Rd, Houston 77094
HQA is Zakat-eligible recipient. To support the school, please
send your tax-deductible donations to HQA "Future Imams
Scholarship Fund" PO Box 6385, Katy, TX 77491.
INFO: Sr. Shamima 732-318-7082
www.hqa1.org
Childcare: Babysitting available with outdoor activities. Iftar
provided. |
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August 5,
2011 -
ACC Potluck Iftar |
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The Arab American Cultural &
Community Center would like to wish you Happy Ramadan And May
God bring you the utmost in peace & prosperity. The ACC will
continue our tradition By hosting Potluck Iftar. Let us all get
together celebrating Ramadan for a whole lot of fun. Bring your
favorite dish, One that everyone is so crazy about!
Date : August 5, 2011
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: ACC, 10555 Stancliff
Road, Houston, Texas 77099
Have A Blessed Ramadan.
For more info, call (832) 351-3366. |
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July 28, 30-31, August 1-4 -
Artwork by the
Syrian Artist Mohamad Baro |
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The Syrian American Club Presents A
Collection of artwork by the Syrian
Artist MOHAMAD BARO.
Open house with the artist on
Saturday, July 30th, 4pm – 8pm.
Open for public viewing on July 28,
30-31, August 1-4, 11am – 4pm
Location: AlSham Cultural and
Community Center, 5729 Winsome Lane,
Houston, TX 77057
For more information contact Rama
Barazi at 832-607-1588. |
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July 30,
2011 -
CAIR Texas Annual Banquet |
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"Different Faiths, One Family...
Come Together"
Keynote Speaker: Professor John Esposito, Professor of
International Affairs and Islamic Studies at Georgetown
University, co-author of "Who Speaks for Islam: What a
Billions Muslims Really Think" and Sarwat Husain, Vice
President of CAIR
National and President of CAIR-San
Antonio.
When: July 30, 2011
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Westin Oaks - Galleria Hotel
Tickets $50
For more information and/or to
register, visit
www.cairtexas.com. |
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July 25,
2011 -
Turkey
& the Arab Spring: Turkey's Evolving Domestic and Foreign
Policy |
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Ömer Taşpinar in discussion with Ali
H. Aslan, Zaman Daily Newspaper
Brookings Institution
Co-Sponsored with the Turquoise
Council of Americans and Eurasians (TCAE)
The Arab spring has been a watershed
moment in the Middle East, inspiring
a wave change across the region. It
has also caused a major
re-evaluation of Turkey’s foreign
and domestic policy. Turkey’s goal
of ‘zero problems’ with neighbors
collides with the actions of
President Assad of Syria. How will
Turkey now relate to a president who
is accused of violently suppressing
popular protest? What can it do with
a large wave of refugees flooding
towards their border? How will
Turkey manage the changing
relationships in the new Middle
East?
Dr. Taşpinar is the director of the
Turkey Program at the Brookings
Institute, a professor of National
Security Strategy at U.S. National
War College and an Adjunct Professor
in the European Studies Department
of the Johns Hopkins University
School of Advanced International
Studies (SAIS). A well respected
author and commentator, Dr. Taşpinar
has written several articles for
respected journals and newspapers
such as Foreign Affairs, the
Washington Post, the Washington
Quarterly, Newsweek, Current
History, the New Republic Online and
Foreign Policy. Dr. Taşpinar
received his doctorate in
International Economics and European
Studies from Johns Hopkins
University SAIS.
When: July 25, 2011
Time: Registration begins at 11:30 a.m., Program: 12:00 p.m.
to 1:30 p.m.
Location: Junior League, 1811 Briar
Oaks Lane, Houston, Texas 77027
To purchase a table, please contact
the World Affairs Council at
713-522-7811.
For more information, visit
www.wachouston.org. |
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July 22,
2011 -
Qari
Nomani Kalyanvi (Grandson of Imam Abu Hanifah) in Houston |
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Helping Hand For Relief & Development (HHRD),
wants to inform the community with much delight that Thanks
to God, the world renowned Qari Muhammad Saad Nomani
Kalyanvi of Madina Munawarah will be coming for his first
historical tour of USA. He will be doing his inspirational
presentation in Houston on July 22, 2011.
Qari Nomani Kalyanvi is from the progeny of Imam Abu Hanifah,
one of the prestigious Imams of Muslims’ and is the 26th in
the generation. Abu Hanifah R.A.'s real name was Noman (Numan
or Nauman); hence the surname of Nomani / Numani.
When: Friday, July 22, 2011
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Arab-American Cultural & Community Center,
10555 Stancliff Rd., Houston 77099.
For more information, call ILyas Hasan Choudry at
832-275-0786. |
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July 17, 2011 - Marriage
Survival Guide Seminar |
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Full-day Seminar with Experts in Family
Counseling
SPEAKERS: Dr. Muhammad Saqid, Clinical Psychologist (with 33
years experience)
Dr. William Dupree, Assistant Professor, UH Clear Lake
(Extensive Experience in Family Therapy)
TOPICS: New generation problems and divorce rate
How to win-win in a conflict
Expectations before and after marriage
When: Sunday, July 17, 2011
Time: 9am to 6pm
Location: Arab American Cultural & Community Center, 10555
Stancliff, Houston TX 77099
REGISTER:
www.muslimgo.com
$50/couple & $30/individual
Lunch and snacks
Included.
BABYSITTING: Limited Childcare. $10/child. Ages 2-12.
For more info, call 281-795-6136.
Sponsors: Islamic Relief & Amana
Mutual Funds |
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July 16, 2011 - Islamic Knowledge
& Skill Competition |
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ICNA-Houston
Chapter has announced its 17th Young Muslim Islamic
Knowledge & Skill Competition.
When: Saturday July 16, 2011
Location: University of Houston Main Campus
For more information, visit
www.icnahouston.com. |
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July 16 - Benefit Concert for The 12th
Annual Peace Camp Houston |
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Benefit Concert for The 12th
Annual Peace Camp Houston by Women's International League
for Peace and Freedom
When: Saturday, July 16, 2011
Time: Event begins 7:00
p.m., Music begins 7:30 p.m.
Location: First Unitarian Universalist Church, 5200 Fannin,
Houston
Join us and bring a friend or 2 - $15 but no one
turned away
Enjoy music by Traveler. You'll hear a little folk, rock,
blues and maybe a bit of Celtic with plenty of harmony and
moving melodies told around stories you'll remember, PLUS
Cookies for nibbling & A small Silent Auction With items
from Ten Thousand Villages, original art and opportunities
to dine in Houston.
For more information:
www.peacecamphouston.org,
www.traveler-music.org, or write
carol.burrus@gmail.com. |
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July 9, 2011 - Power to the People:
Saving Democracy through Effective Strategies, Tactics and
Turnout |
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Please join the
Houston Peace and Justice Center for this upcoming
conference, Power to the People: Saving Democracy through
Effective Strategies, Tactics and Turnout. Sign up early for
this dynamic conference where we will learn first hand about
the challenges facing the citizens of Texas and how we can
effectively respond to these challenges.
When: July 9,
2011
Time: 9am - 5pm
Location: Pecore Hall, St. Stephen's Church, 1805 West
Alabama, Houston, TX 77098
Panel Discussion - The Challenges of Today and Tomorrow
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- Maria
Jiminez - CRECEN - Immigrant Community
- Ginny Goldman - Executive Director - Texas
Organizing Project - Poor and Working Class People
- Ester King - SHAPE Community Center - African-
American Community
- Elsa Caballero - Deputy Director - SEIU Texas
State Council - Unions
- Mustaffaa Carroll - Executive Director - Council
on American Islamic Relations - Texas - Muslim
Community
- Charlie Mauch - HPJC Board - U.S. Supreme Court
"Citizens United" case affecting all U.S. citizens
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Limits -- of Social Movements"
Dr. Robert Jensen - Professor of Journalism, University of
Texas, and author of All My Bones Shake: Seeking a
Progressive Path to the Prophetic Voice, The Heart of
Whiteness: Confronting Race, Racism and White Privilege and
Citizens of the Empire: The Struggle to Claim Our Humanity
Workshops: (Mike Espinoza, Maria Xinquin, Christina Sanders,
Frank Garcia, Maureen Haver, Cesar Espinosa, Sarah Gonzales,
Victor Castillo, Bob Henschen and Houston Nonviolent Action)
* Developing an Effective Strategy
* Youth Engagement
* Working with the Media /Framing the Message
* Use of Modern Technology
* Effective Legislative/Leveraging Strategies
* Developing an Effective Nonviolent Campaign
For more information,
www.hpjc.org. |
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July 8, 2011 - Community
Feedback for Proposed MAS Katy Center Plans |
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Attend one of the programs below for a
construction presentation and give feedback for new masjid
plans. Bring your entire family to give input on MAS Katy
Center which will be here for generations to come.
Thursday, June 30, 2011, after maghrib 8:30 pm
Sunday, July 3, 2011, 2:00 pm
Friday, July 8, 2011, after maghrib 8:30 pm
For more information,
www.mashouston.org. |
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July 7, 2011 - Cynthia
McKinney on War on Libya, Africa |
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Congresswoman Cynthia McKiney, just back from war-torn
Libya, will speak of her experiences and observations
there. The former member of the House of Representatives
will relate her experiences to local brutality and violence
issues and the struggle for meaningful civilian oversight of
the Houston Police Department.
When:
Thursday, July 7, 2011
Time: 7:00 pm
Location:
Texas Southern University, Public Affairs Building, Hall 114
Sponsored by the Black Justice Coalition, the Harris County
Green Party, and the Houston 2011 Peace
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here for event flyer. |
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June 30, 2011 - New Moroccan Constitution Townhall
Meeting |
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The Moroccan Society of Houston (MSH) is
inviting you to attend a town hall meeting to discuss the
proposed new constitution. The town hall meeting is for The
Moroccan community living in Texas and in neighboring states
to voice their opinions and ask questions regarding the new
constitution from our prestigious guests. MSH will be
hosting several diplomats from the Moroccan consulate in New
York in addition to a previous member of the Moroccan
parliament. Please join us Thursday prior to your voting.
When: June 30, 2011
Time : 6:30 PM
Location:
Crooker Bldg. (Rm.
Ahern), University of Saint Thomas,
3800 Montrose, Houston
For more information, visit
www.moroccansociety.org. |
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June 30, 2011 - Egypt:
Forward - Energy Site Visit |
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For more information, visit
http://bilateralchamber.netexel.com/upcomingEvent.aspx. |
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June 26, 2011 - Protest in Solidarity with the People of
Morocco |
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The movement of February 20th,Texas ,USA, is calling on the
Moroccan community and their friends to protest in
solidarity with the people of Morocco in their struggle to
obtain dignity, freedom and social justice, to fight
corruption and tyranny by boycotting the referendum on the
new constitution, and to condemn the systematic repression
exercised by the regime in Morocco to halt the peaceful
movement of February 20th.
When: Sunday June 26, 2011
Time: 5pm to 7pm
Location: Galleria Area, Corner of Post Oak & Westheimer,
Houston TX |
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June 25, 2011 -
World
Refugee Day Houston |
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When: June 25, 2011
For more information, visit
http://refugeedayhouston.wordpress.com/. |
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June 24, 2011 -
Muslim
Man Shot in 9/11 Hate Crime Calls for Forgiveness for
Attacker |
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When: June 24, 2011
For more information, visit
www.cairtexas.com. |
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June 19, 2011 - Moroccan Society of
Houston Annual Picnic |
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The Moroccan Society of Houston
will host its "6th MSH Annual Picnic - June 19,2011".
Picnic Agenda:
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Welcome/ Registration
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM- Food Served
4:30 PM - Moroccan Music
5:00 PM - OPEN FUN, FUN, FUN ACTIVITIES
CHILDREN PLAY GROUND AND ACTIVITIES OPEN ALL DAY SOCCER,
VOLLEYBALL, GAMES ALL DAY
When: Sunday, June 19, 2011
Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Sugar Land -
Lost Creek Park
For more information, visit
www.moroccansociety.org/home. |
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June 17, 2011 - Palestinian Youth
Cultural Tour: The Palestine Strings and the Danadeesh Dance
Group of Sareyyet
Ramallah |
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Introducing for the First Time
in a 2011 U.S. Tour: The Palestine Strings of The Edward
Said National Conservatory of Music and the Danadeesh Dance
Group of Sareyyet Ramallah
When: June 17, 2011
Time: 7 pm
Location: University of Houston Cullen Performance Hall
To purchase tickets online,
Click here.
For more information, visit
www.afrp.org/youthtour/ or call 713-910-9900
Click here for
event flyer. |
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June 16, 2011 - The Future of Sudan |
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Rebecca Hamilton, author &
journalist
The stage is set for the world's
newest country to be officially born in July. Now comes the
hard part.
When: June 16, 2011
Time: 6:30-7:30 pm
For more info, visit
www.wachouston.org. |
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June 5, 2011 - Demonstration for Syria |
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We will again be planning to hold a
demonstration in support of Syria's people this Sunday, June
5th at the corner of Westheimer and Post Oak.
We will plan to hold a moment of silence in memory of those
killed, injured, and currently detained in Syria
The greater the attendance, the more effective we'll be at
getting our message across. Please try, to the best of your
ability, to bring any family, friends, co-workers,
significant others, etc. you feel may be interested. Syria's
people need our help and support.
When:
Sunday, June 5, 2011
Time:
5:00 - 7:00 pm
Location:
Corner of Post Oak and Westheimer, Houston
Sponsored by Texans for a Free Syria |
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June 5, 2011 - Libya-Tunisia Border:
Eye-Witness Information |
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Houston Texas Region Afternoon with Dr.
Mohamed Nejib Karoui, President of Attaaouen from Tunisia -
Eye-witness account of the besieged humanity in Misrata,
Sousse, Ras Jedir, & other places in Libya & Tunisia.
When:
Sunday, June 5, 2011
Time:
1:00 pm (Lunch will
be served)
For more information, contact: ILyas Hasan Choudry at
832-275-0786. |
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May 29, 2011 - ILLUMINATION 2011: Muslims
'n' The Media! |
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FEATURING:
-Aman Ali from the 30 Days/30 Mosques Project as featured on
CNN
-Mujahid Fletcher-Confirmed
-Omar Suleiman-To Be Confirmed
-Special Screening of "From Dunya to Deen" and possible
guest appearance from Eddie from the Deen Show(which the
movie is based on!)
-Hometown Performers!
-Raffle!
-Awesome Food!
Tickets? Only 15 dollars including food & fun! Group/MSA
Discounts apply! Contact us for details, inshaAllah!
Questions? Concerns? Booths? Sponsorship info? Volunteering?
Want to sign up to perform poetry or nasheed before our
limited spots fill up?
Email
illumination.my@gmail.com or msg us through facebook.
When: May 29, 2011
Time: 3:00pm
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9:00pm
Location: Houston Room, University of Houston- Main
Campus
Sponsored by MAS Youth.
For more information,
click here. |
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May 23, 2011 - DC Million March for Peace &
Democracy |
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Please send this message to all the Arab
American Community, Peace & Human Rights, Justice, and
Democratic Organizations anywhere.
Time is now for the rest of the world to recognize and
support the current on-going changes in the Arab World and
demand a Just solution to the Palestinian Israeli Conflict.
Therefore, we will be holding a meeting to ORGANIZE A
MILLION MARCH TO DC.
When: Monday, May 23, 2011
Time: 7:30 pm
Location: Arab-American Cultural & Community Center,
10555 Stancliff Rd., Houston, 77099
Contact Mohammed Salhoot at
Mohammedsalhoot@aol.com with any questions or concerns. |
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May 22, 2011 - Volunteering to Serve Egypt |
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Leading Speakers are:
Ms. Mahi Khallaf, Civil Society Consultant
Dr. Ala Issa, Consul General of Egypt
Dr. Mahmoud El Gamal, Professor of International Economics
at Rice University
and more….
When: Sunday, May 22, 2011
Time: 9 am - 6 pm
Location: Arab-American Cultural & Community Center,
10555 Stancliff Rd., Houston, 77099
To join sponsors and organizers, call 832-628-9790 or email
gyptian.civics.connection@gmail.com.
All the family is invited: Baby sitting, children program,
Free lunch by Fadi, Pizza with advance email stating number
of meals for adults and for children.
Click
here for event flyer. |
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May 22, 2011 - Parenting Muslim Teens |
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Family Day - Potluck - Parenting Teens Lecture
Dr. Hamed Ghazali & Dr. Main Alqudah
Guest Speaker: Psychiatrist Dr. Arif Shoaib
When: Sunday, May 22, 2011
Time: 5:00 to 6:30 pm
Location:
MAS Katy Center, 1800 Baker Rd.,
Houston TX 77094
Potluck: bring a dish to share with the community.
For more info, visit
www.mashouston.org. |
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May 20-21, 2011 - Houston Palestine Film
Festival (HPFF) |
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Celebrating Five Years of
Award-Winning Programming and Dialogue with HPFF.
The Houston Palestine Film Festival is thrilled to announce
that we are celebrating FIVE years of successful film
festival programming in 2011. And our efforts haven’t gone
unnoticed, Houston! In 2009, HPFF was awarded the Best Film
Festival of 2009 title by the Houston Press. In 2010, it was
all of our kind and generous supporters, like you, that
helped us win the audience award for Best Local Film
Festival.
When: May 13-14 (at Rice Cinema) & 20-21 (at MFAH), 2011
For more information, visit
www.hpff.org.
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May 21, 2011 - HPFF: The Imperialists Are
Still Alive! |
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The Imperialists Are Still Alive! (Rated
R)
by Zeina Durra
90 min. USA (*this film is Rated R)
A successful visual artist working in post-9/11 Manhattan,
Asya lives the life of the hip and glamorous while she
carefully follows the situation in the Middle East on
television. Asya’s life is reflective of the themes of
cultural fusion, and the complications and humor that arise
simultaneously out of everyday life.
When: Saturday, May
21, 2011
Time: 7 PM
Location: Museum of Fine Arts Houston
Q & A with actor José
María de Tavira will be followed by our closing night party
at Nouveau Antique Art Bar (2913 Main St., 77002)
For more information, visit
www.hpff.org.
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May 21, 2011 - Quranic Science Fair |
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When: May 21, 2011
Time: 10 am - 2 pm
Location: Pakistan Center, 12638 Bissonnet St.,
Houston, TX 77099
For more information,
click
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May 20, 2011 - HPFF: Fix Me |
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Fix Me
by Raed Andoni
98 min. Palestine, France, Switzerland
Suffering from headaches, film-maker Raed Andoni consults a
psychologist, leading to a course of 20 therapy sessions
where he explores the individual memories of Palestinians,
featuring a colorful array of characters, including members
of his own family.
When: Friday, May
20, 2011
Time: 7 PM
Location: Museum of Fine Arts Houston
For more information, visit
www.hpff.org.
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May 18, 2011 - Effective Leadership:
Overcoming Challenges and Achieving Success |
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Keynote Speaker: Jawad Khaki, former VP of Microsoft
As the community grows and develops, Muslims will
increasingly find themselves on the way to leadership
positions in organizations and their careers. Join the
Muslim Professional Association (MPA) for its 4th networking
event discussing the ways we can confront and overcome
challenges associated with leadership roles and managerial
success.
When: May 18, 2011
Time: 6 pm
Location: Embassy Suites on I10 and Kirkwood
Everyone must register. Online registration is free for MPA
members. Non-members should register online to attend the
event for $20 dollars, or may pay $25 for those who register
at the door. Registration ends on May 17th.
For more info, visit
www.mpahouston.com. |
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May 15, 2011 - AAPER 5K for Palestine |
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AAPER- the American Association for
Palestinian Equal Rights, the independent pro-Palestinian
lobby in Washington DC, is hosting a FUN Run/Walk on Sunday
morning, May 15- Nakba Memorial Day- at 9:00.
This is a FREE, FUN event for ALL AGES, and ALL ATHLETIC
ABILITIES (5k is not that far) that provides a great excuse
to get out and enjoy a wonderful part of our city.
The 5K will start at Cleveland Park, which is at 4100
Memorial at Jackson Hill, between Waugh and Shepherd. The
route will be along the scenic bayou path of Allen Parkway
to near downtown, and back.
After the 5K, we will reconvene around the corner at the
newly opened La Mia Cafe on Memorial for brunch.
Facebook Page:
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/event.php?eid=218816944802442
For info on AAPER, check out
www.AAPER.org
and
www.fiveforpalestine.org. |
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May 15, 2011 - Protest Israel with the
Commencement of the 3rd Palestinian Intifada |
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When: Sunday, May 15, 2011
Time: 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: Starbucks corner by the Galleria, Post Oak Rd.,
Houston, TX
Click here for more details. |
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May 15, 2011 - Demonstration
Commemorating the Palestinian NAKBA |
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When: Sunday, May 15, 2011
Time: 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: Galleria Area, corner of Post Oak and Westheimer,
Houston
Sponsored by:
Palestinian American Council (PAC)
Al-Awda
Justice for Palestinians (Bob Carter, 713-771-9439)
Proyecto Latino-Americano (KPFT 90.1 FM)
Harris County Green Party
For more information, visit
www.pac-usa.org.
Click here for
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May 15, 2011 - Commemoration of the
Palestinian NAKBA DEMONSTRATION |
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63 YEARS LATER DIASPORA CONTINUES.......
Join THE PALESTINIAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER -PACC-Houston
AND ALL OTHER ORGANIZATIONS In Commemoration of the
Palestinian NAKBA DEMONSTRATION
When: Sunday, May 15, 2011
Time: 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: Corner of Post Oak and Westheimer
For more information, visit
www.pacchouston.org.
Click here for
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May 15, 2011 - HPFF: Arna’s Children |
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Arna’s Children
by Juliano Mer-Khamis and Danniel Danniel
85 min. Israel, Netherlands
Arna Mer-Khamis was a legendary activist against the Israeli
Occupation. Born into a Jewish family, she married a
Palestinian Arab and spent her life campaigning for justice
and human rights in her homeland. Arna founded an
alternative education system for Palestinian children whose
lives had been disrupted by Israeli occupation. Shifting
back and forth in time, Mer-Khamis’s film juxtaposes the
sweet-faced young boys with the militants and martyrs they
become. Arna’s Children reveals the tragedy and horror of
young lives trapped by the circumstances of occupation.
When: Sunday, May 15,
2011
Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Rice Media Center, Rice University, Houston
Special guest appearance
by Matan Cohen (peace activist and dear friend/colleague of
Juliano Mer-Khamis) will be followed by a light reception
For more information, visit
www.hpff.org.
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May 15, 2011 - Poetry as a Witness to the
Revolutions |
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The Arab Syrian poet Tarif Youssef-Agha holds a Mourning
Dinner for the souls of the martyrs of the Arab Revolutions.
When: Sunday May 15, 2011
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Arab-American Cultural & Community Center,
10555 Stancliff Rd., Houston, 77099
The event will include a Poetry Recital titled ‘Poetry as a
witness to the Revolutions’.
This is a Free and Public invitation, so please forward it
to your friends and arrive early as seating is limited.
Click here for
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May 13, 2011 - HPFF: Jaffa, The Orange’s
Clockwork |
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Jaffa, The Orange’s Clockwork
by Eyal Sivan (In Attendance)
88 min. Israel, France
When: Friday, May 13,
2011
Time: 7 PM
Location: Rice Media Center, Rice University, Houston
Based on photographic and cinematographic documents, some
going back as far as to the 19th century, Eyal Sivan’s film
shows the orange groves at a time when Arab Jaffa was one of
Palestine’s most populated and thriving cities.
Q & A with director Eyal Sivan will be followed by a
reception and photo exhibit by Khalil AbuSharekh
For more information, visit
www.hpff.org.
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May 14, 2011 - HPFF: A Night of Shorts |
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Ela Batn el-Hoot (Into the Belly of the
Whale)
by Hazim Bitar
24 min. Jordan, Palestine
Younis (Jonah) decides to make his last tunnel run between
Gaza and Egypt, to break the Israeli siege, but things take
a turn for the worst. While stuck underground, he ponders
existential questions about fate and the contradictions of
being alive underground.
End of September
by Sama Alshaibi (In Attendance) and Ala’ Younis
15 min. Jordan, Palestine, Iraq
Multiple mysteries of the past collide with the return of a
Palestinian fedai to the country she thought she knew. Dalal
journeys between time periods and different planes of
reality and is never able to trust what constitutes the
“truth” in her many confrontations.
Lesh Sabreen?
by Muayad Alayan
20 min. Occupied Palestinian Territory
Set in a Palestinian neighborhood of Jerusalem, two young
lovers’ dreams for the future are thwarted in a socially
conservative and Israeli-controlled community.
Run Lara Run
by Larissa Sansour
2 min. Egypt
Run Lara Run addresses the issue of identity and belonging.
The film explores the idea of displaced identities typical
of societies that have undergone political turmoil and their
Diasporas. Cultural hybridity is also called into question.
Sense of Morning
by Maysaloun Hamoud
10 min. Israel
On the last night of the siege on Beirut during the war of
1982, a young Palestinian poet strives to reach the kitchen
in order to observe his everyday routine of coffee and
cigarettes, despite the plight of the war going on around
him. The film is inspired by “Memory of Forgetfulness” by
Mahmud Darwish (1987).
Shwesh Shwesh (Easy Easy)
by Riyad Deis
22 min. Palestine
Set in rural Palestine in 1939 at the end of the Palestinian
revolt against the British Mandate, “Shwesh Shwesh” follows
a Palestinian farmer and his family whose traditional and
stagnant lives get turned upside down when a Palestinian
resistance fighter decides to hide out in their small farm
home and brings revolutionary ideas into the family and
challenges their traditional way of life.
Q &A with End of September director Sama Alshaibi will be
followed by a reception.
Musical performance by David Sha (Houston) and photo exhibit
by Khalil AbuSharekh
When: Saturday, May 14,
2011
Time: 7 PM
Location: Rice Media Center, Rice University, Houston
For more information, visit
www.hpff.org.
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May 14, 2011 - Houston Peace Festival |
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This will be the 5th Annual Houston Peace
Festival, a day of celebration and networking with local and
national organizations working to improve our community!
Enjoy live music, dance, children’s activities, vendor and
organization booths.
When: May 14, 2011
Time: 1 pm
Location: Live Oak Friends Meeting House, 1318 W. 26th
St., Houston.
Inquire about booths at 713-862-6685.
For more information, visit
http://friendshouston.org/peacefest.html. |
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May 13-14-15, 2011 - Houston Palestine
Film Festival (HPFF) |
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Celebrating Five Years of
Award-Winning Programming and Dialogue with HPFF.
The Houston Palestine Film Festival is thrilled to announce
that we are celebrating FIVE years of successful film
festival programming in 2011. And our efforts haven’t gone
unnoticed, Houston! In 2009, HPFF was awarded the Best Film
Festival of 2009 title by the Houston Press. In 2010, it was
all of our kind and generous supporters, like you, that
helped us win the audience award for Best Local Film
Festival.
When: May 13-14 (at Rice Cinema) & 20-21 (at MFAH), 2011
For more information, visit
www.hpff.org.
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May 12, 2011 -
How Do 1.3 Million Palestinians Live in "Israel"? |
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Commemorating the 63rd
Anniversary of the NAKBA.
THE PALESTINIAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER PACC Hosts Awad
Abdel-Fattah, Secretary General of the National Democratic
Assembly.
When: May 12, 2011
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Arab-American Cultural & Community Center,
10555 Stancliff Rd., Houston, 77099
Click here for
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May 11, 2011 -
Mother's Day Celebration at ACC |
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Celebrate Mother's Day at the
Arab American Cultural &
Community Center
All Moms are welcome
Bring your friends
Bring a gift for up to $10.00
Come celebrate Mothers day with us
Relax and enjoy Food, Music jewelry sale and gift exchange.
When: May 11, 2011
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Arab American Cultural & Community Center,
10555 Stancliff Rd., Houston, 77099
Note: There will be a cloth, shoes and
necessary personal items drive for the Refugees
at the ACC on May 14 and they want to collect items on or
before the 12th.
If you have any to donate bring them with you .
For more info, call
832-351-3366. |
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May 7-8, 2011 -
Mobile
Consulate |
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At the invitation of the
Moroccan Society of Houston, the Consulate General of The
Kingdom of Morocco in New York will offer its services to
the Moroccan Community in Houston, Texas.
When: Saturday, May 7 from 9 AM to 3 PM & Sunday, May 8 from
10 AM to 3 PM
Location: La Mia Cafe, 5801 Memorial Dr., Houston, Texas
77007
Please check the documents, fees and requirements you need
to fulfill to get your ID, Pass or other document.
Check the consulate website to see the services provided:
www.moroccanconsulate.com.
For more information about this event, please contact the
MSH at:
info@moroccansociety.org or Call the MSH direct line at
832.35.MSH.44 (8323567444). |
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May 7-8, 2011
- Iraqi Oud Player Rahim Alhaj in Houston |
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Iraqi American Oud Player
extraordinaire Rahim AlHaj will be in Houston on Saturday
May 7 and Sunday May 8 appearing at the
Houston
International Festival. Rahim Alhaj will conduct a
workshop on Saturday May 7 but will perform later that day
with his group Little Earth Orchestra, which combines Middle
Eastern music with other world music traditions, including
jazz, classical, African and Latin music. They will also do
2 shows on Sunday May 8.
Saturday May 7:
3:30pm at the H.E.B. Cultural Stage (for a workshop)
8pm Fadi's Caravan Stage with Little Earth Orchestra
(concert)
Sunday May 8:
2:30pm at the Bud Light World Stage with Little Earth
Orchestra (concert)
6pm Caravan Stage with Little Earth Orchestra (concert)
For more info, visit
www.ifest.org. |
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May
7, 2011 - National Demonstration
in Memory of Syrian Martyrs |
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On May 7th we will hold large demonstrations
all over the United States for the Syrian martyrs of
freedom.
When: Saturday, May 7, 2011
Time: 3 - 5 PM
Location:
Corner of Westheimer
and Post Oak, Houston, Texas |
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May
7, 2011 - MLFA Benefit Dinner with Imam
Feisal Abdul Rauf |
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When: Saturday, May 7, 2011
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: Shahnai, 5920-D Hillcroft at HWY 59 South,
Houston, TX 77036
Tickets: $20
Feisal Abdul Rauf is an American imam, author, and activist
whose stated goal is to improve relations between the Muslim
world and the West. From 1983 to 2009, he served as Imam of
Masjid al-Farah, a mosque in New York City. He has written
three books on Islam and its place in contemporary Western
society, including What's Right with Islam Is What's Right
with America, and founded two non-profit organizations whose
stated missions are to enhance the discourse on Islam in
society. He has condemned the 9/11 attacks as un-Islamic and
called on the U.S. government to reduce the threat of
terrorism by altering its Middle Eastern foreign policy.
Author Karen Armstrong, among others, has praised him for
his attempts to build bridges between the West and the
Muslim world. In 2010, Rauf received national attention for
his plans to build Park51, an Islamic community center, two
blocks away from Ground Zero in Lower Manhattan.
For more information,
click here.
Click here for
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May
7, 2011 - Al-Hadi School Open House |
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Click
here for the details. |
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May 4, 2011 - Mapping
Palestine for its Survival or its Destruction - Talk by Dr.
Salman Abu Sitta |
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Palestinian
researcher and writes about Palestinian refugees and
Palestinian right to return to Palestine will be speaking in
Houston. Dr. Abu Sitta is on a tour to promote His new book "The
Atlas of Palestine 1948".
When: Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Time: 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Location: Arab-American Cultural & Community Center,
10555 Stancliff Rd., Houston, 77099
Click here for more information. |
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May 4, 2011 - Leadership Series: Doing
Business in the United Arab Emirates |
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Join us for an
exclusive roundtable briefing with Saud Al Nowais, the
Commercial Counselor for of the United Arab Emirates in the
U.S., who will speak about opportunities for U.S. companies
in the United Arab Emirates. Note: This a members-only
event.
Price: $30
When: Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Time: 9:00 a.m. -
10:00 a.m.
For more information, visit
www.bilateralchamber.org. |
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May 4, 2011 - Algeria Day at the Offshore
Technology Conference |
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In partnership with the
Bilateral US-Arab Chamber of Commerce, the US-Algeria
Business Council and the Embassy of Algeria, Washington, DC,
will host the Annual Algeria Energy Day at the Offshore
Technology Conference (OTC), in Houston, Texas with keynote
speakers: H.E. Ambassador Abdallah Baali, Algerian
Ambassador to the United States & Mr. Nordine Cherouati,
President & CEO of Sonatrach.
When: May 4, 2011
Time: 3 pm - 6 pm Algeria Energy Day Conference, 6 pm - 10
pm Reception & Dinner
Location: The Westin Oaks Hotel, 5011 Westheimer at Post Oak,
Houston, TX 77056
This half-day conference will feature presentations from
some of the most influential decision makers in US-Algeria
trade, and will be followed by an exclusive networking
reception and dinner overlooking the Houston, Texas
panorama.
The key topic's to be discussed will include upcoming trends
in Algeria’s energy market, new exploration blocks offered
in Algeria, and large scale construction and infrastructure
upgrade tenders. The Government of Algeria has allocated
over US$60 billion in exploration and over US$30 billion in
renewable energy investments.
To RSVP, contact Nicole Ellis at
Nicole@bilateralchamber.org or call 713-880-8168. |
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May 2, 2011 - Offshore Technology
Conference
Reception
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Offshore Technology Conference Reception Honoring Delegates
from the Arab World, sponsored by the Bilateral US-Arab
Chamber of Commerce.
When: Monday, May 2, 2011
Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Location: InterContinental Hotel, 2222 West Loop, South,
Houston, Texas 77027
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May 1, 2011 - Stand
Up for Justice March and Rally |
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Houston United coalition is organizing again the annual May
1st Stand Up for Justice march and rally in Houston. The
organizers are calling for dignity & respect for all and a
stop to the attacks against all Texas working families and
immigrants.
This march will be held on May 1, 2011 at 2 pm. The march
will begin at the corner of Bellaire and Renwick, and the
rally will be held at the Burnett Bayland Park.
For more information, visit
www.houstonunido.org.
Click here for event
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April
30, 2011 - Libya-Tunisia-Egypt Crucial
Humanity Fundraiser |
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You are cordially being invited to an Inspirational Evening
by Helping Hand USA for Relief & Development in Houston to
benefit the humanity in Libya–Tunisia-Egypt; Your presence
with prayers, good wishes, & support will go a long way in
bringing respite to the lives of these souls in dire straits
living on the borders of Tunisia-Libya and Egypt-Libya;
Several Short-Term and Long-Term Projects already
identified; $50,000+ already spent by Helping Hand for
Relief & Development and more being spent in providing daily
hot meals to the Libyan refugees at the border with Tunisia;
Approximately $100,000 worth of children milk and other
basic food items is on its way from Malta to go inside Libya
through Tunisia by Helping Hand USA teams; Another shipment
of $40,000+ containing basic food and comforters to enter
into Libya from Egypt, once a safe passage will be soon
discovered;
There is a great need for funds to help Libyans; They
especially need baby milk, food, medicines, and blankets;
Please attend our Houston event & encourage others to join
and show support for our Brothers and Sisters in Humanity.
When: Saturday, April 30, 2011
Time: 7:30 pm
Location:
Tempura Restaurant, 10640 FM 1960 Road West, Houston, TX
77070
Halal Food will be served at dinner...For directions call
281-890-6969.
For more information, contact ILyas Choudry 832-275-0786 or
Maaz Adil 281-468-2238.
If you are unable to attend, still please contribute with
prayers and you can mail your donations to: Helping Hand
(USA) For Relief & Development, Cash & Drop-Off Location -
Office: 11955 Bissonnet, Houston, TX 77099, Check Mailing
Address: P. O. Box 27172, Houston, TX 77227-7172. |
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April
30, 2011 - Al-Hadi School Fundraising
Dinner |
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April 27,
2011 -
Voices for a New Egypt in
Houston |
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Please
Join us for a presentation and question and answer session
with acclaimed columnist Mona Eltahawy, as well as musical
performances and discussions about the revolutions in the
Middle East and our role as Egyptians and Egyptian-Americans
living abroad.
Mona Eltahawy is an award-winning journalist and
international public speaker on Arab and Muslim issues based
in New York City.
When: Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Time: 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Location: Arab-American Cultural & Community Center,
10555 Stancliff Rd., Houston, 77099
Delicious food from Fadis will be provided.
The Event is organized by
Egyptian Association for Change - USA الجمعية المصرية
للتغيير with collaboration with the
Egyptian American Society.
Suggested contribution: $20 (more if you can, less if you
can't). All proceeds will go to benefit Egyptians who were
injured during the revolution.
Click here for event
flyer. |
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April 26-27,
2011 -
ACCESS 2011: International
Trade Forum on Africa, the Middle East and South Asia |
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Join the
U.S. Commercial Service for the annual meeting of the U.S.
Department of Commerce Senior Commercial Officers from the
Africa, Middle East, and South Asia regions including:
Afghanistan, Algeria, Egypt, Ghana, India, Iraq, Israel,
Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Nigeria,
Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, and the United
Arab Emirates.
The U.S. Commercial Service Two-Day Business Forum will
consist of: sessions on market entry strategies, financing,
and mitigating risk, concurrent sessions covering country
and industry specific information and opportunities,
pre-scheduled one-on-one meetings with Foreign Commercial
Service Officers, High-profile keynote speakers, and
numerous networking opportunities.
To learn more about the ACCESS 2011 forum please contact
Cepee Tabibian at
Cepee@bilateralchamber.org at the
Bilateral US-Arab Chamber of Commerce. |
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April 26,
2011 -
Inside
the Egyptian Revolution |
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Mona El
Tahawy, Egyptian Journalist
How Egyptians overthrew the 30-year rule of Hosni Mubarak in
18 days and what they're doing to ensure their revolution
succeeds.
When: Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
For more info, visit
www.wachouston.org. |
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April 23,
2011 -
Fundraising Dinner: Libya's
Humanitarian Crisis |
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Please mark your calendars for April 23, 2011. We will be hosting a fundraising dinner at the Hilton Houston Westchase, 9999 Westheimer, Houston.
Remember you have the ability to change people's lives for the better!
For more info, visit www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=114133742000028.
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April 17 , 2011 -
Contributions by Women of Faith to Modern Civilizations |
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Join CAIR and others
at the Clear Lake Islamic Center on
April 17th, 2011.
We will be joined by speakers from
various faith groups to talk about
the contributions to modern
civilizations made by women of
faith. The program will include
short talks given by faith leaders
from the Houston area followed by
questions and discussion.
Speakers Include:
Dr. Yusuf Shere - CAIR-TX Board Member
Sister Ruth Nasrullah - Founder of the Light of Islam Bookstore
Rabbi Robert Haas - Associate Rabbi at Temple Emanuel Houston
Reverend Canon Betty Adam, PhD of Christ Church Cathedral
And more!
When: Sunday, April 17, 2011
Time:
3:00pm
to 5:30pm
Location: Clear Lake Islamic Center,
17511 El Camino Real, Houston, TX
77058
Sponsored by the
Council on
American-Islamic Relations Texas. |
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April 16,
2011 -
ISGH Annual Spring Festival |
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Rides,
Games, Face Painting, Garments, Food, etc.
When: Saturday, April 16, 2011
Time: 12 Noon – 6 PM
Location: ISGH NW-Spring Branch, 1209 Conrad Sauer, Houston,
TX 77043
For more info, call 832.563.6149; 713.614.1569; 713.870.7158
Booth Rental:
ascym@yahoo.com;
samina_nk@hotmail.com;
khananila@hotmail.com
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April 14,
2011 -
Revolution: What Change in the
Middle East Means for the Region and the World |
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Sponsored by the Muslim Student Association and Clear Lake
Islamic Center.
When: April 14, 2011
Time: 4 pm – 7 pm
Location: Houston Room, University of Houston, University
Center
Click here for event flyer. |
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April 12 , 2011 -
The Role of Sharia'a Law in the Modern Legal World - A
Useful Tool or a Liability? |
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By: Honorable Justice
Khalil-Ur-Rehman Ramday, Supreme
Court of Pakistan
When: Tuesday, April 12, 2011
Time: 7pm to 9pm
Location: Shahnai Banquet Hall,
5920-D Hillcroft, Houston, Texas
77036
Food and Refreshments Served - No
Entry Tickets
Sponsored by the
Council on
American-Islamic Relations Texas. |
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April 10,
2011 -
ACC Annual Family Picnic |
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Please join us at the ACC (Arab American Cultural &
Community Center) for our annual Family Picnic!
When: April 10, 2011
Time: 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Arab-American Cultural & Community Center,
10555 Stancliff Rd., Houston, 77099
Come enjoy a day full of family fun! Some activities include
Music, Delicious Food, Games, Activities, Soccer,
Basketball, and Moon Bounces.
Bring blankets, cards, and your argilah and enjoy a nice day
out with your friends and neighbors!
Purchase your food and game tickets at the door! Food will
be served at 2:00pm.
For more information, call 832-351-3366 or visit
www.acchouston.org. |
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April 10 , 2011 - Protest
to Support Libya's Freedom! |
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Libya's voices have been robbed,
silenced, murdered, and censored. No media has been allowed
into the country. It's our turn to speak up.
It doesn't matter if you are Libyan. If you believe in
justice, equality, and human dignity. Show your support.
Please join our cause. Our brothers, cousins,
uncles, fathers, mothers, sister, aunts etc. are all dying
for freedom. We want to do our part.
When: Sunday, April 10, 2011
Time: 3 pm - 5 pm
Location: On the street next to Starbucks, 2521 Post Oak
Blvd. (Galleria), Houston
Support us. Lend your voice to the voiceless. We will let
the world know that we stand in solidarity with Libya. Libya
is not alone.
We are here. We are loud. And we will NOT be silenced.
Join the movement. We are the change in the world.
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April 9,
2011 -
Darul Arqam Schools Job Fair |
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Darul Arqam Schools: Excellence in Academic and Islamic
Education - Job Fair
Looking for principals, assistant principals, coaches, and
teachers for all PK-12 grades.
Bring your resumes!
When: Saturday, April 9, 2011
Time: 9 am – 3 pm
Location: ISGH Main Center, 3110 Eastside St., Houston, TX
77098
Hiring for all five schools:
• North Campus (11815 Adel Rd. Houston, TX 77067)
• Peace Academy-North (16700 Old Louetta Rd. Spring, TX
77379)
• Southwest Campus (10415 Synott Rd. Sugar Land, TX 77498)
• Southeast Campus (8830 Old Galveston Rd. Houston, TX
77034)
• Everest Academy-South (610 Brand Lane. Stafford, TX 77477)
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April 9,
2011 -
MAS
Katy Center Annual Spring Fundraiser |
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MAS Katy Center Annual Spring Fundraiser "Building a
Foundation for the Future"
Guest Speaker Br. Sharif El Gamal
MAS Katy Center invites you to the Annual Spring Fundraiser.
Sharif El Gamal, Park 51 Developer. Rodwan Saleh,
Motivational. CARNIVAL - rides, moonwalks, petting zoo,
bazaar, food, cotton candy. Fun for the Entire Family!
When: April 9, 2011
Time:
5:00 to 9:00 pm
Location:
MAS Katy Center 1800 Baker Rd, Houston TX 77094
For more info, visit
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April 9,
2011 -
ADC
Reception and Town-Hall Meeting |
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Farouk Shami cordially invites you to a Reception and
Town-Hall Meeting to discuss the National and Local work of
the American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC)
Featuring Dr. Safa Rifka, Chair, National Board of Directors
of ADC & Mr. Abed Ayoub, Esq., ADC Legal Director.
When: Saturday, April 9, 2011
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Arab-American Cultural & Community Center,
10555 Stancliff Rd., Houston, 77099
To RSVP or for more Info, contact Jamilah Shami
at 832-418-7752 or
jamilah7@hotmail.com. |
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April 9,
2011 -
Richard
III "An Arab VIP" |
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70 minutes documentary in English & Arabic with subtitles
"In the Arab world, theater is political and politics is
theater"
Please join filmmakers Tim Langford (U.K.) & Shakir Abal
(Kuwait) for the World Premiere screening of their timely
and entertaining documentary about the rocky road of an Arab
theater troupe as it travels between East & West.
When: Saturday, April 9, 2011
Time: 9:00 PM
Location: AMC
Theaters Houston
TICKETS available online at:
http://worldfest-houston.ticketleap.com/richard-iii-an-arab-vip-kuwait-world-premiere/
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April 3,
2011 -
Houston Palestine Film
Festival Fundraiser |
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Featuring performances by Remi Kanazi, Excentrik, Khaled the
Comic, Lisa Harris, Free Radicals, and D.J. Blaknificent.
When: April 3, 2011
Time: Doors
open at 5 pm
Location: Fitzgerald's, 2706 White Oak, Houston
For more information, visit
www.hpff.org. |
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March 29,
2011 -
Man, God, and the Ballot Box
in the Middle East |
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Reuel Marc Gerecht
The momentum for change in the Middle East is irresistible;
the question is when, what kind, and where will America be?
When: Tuesday, March
29, 2011
Time: 6 pm - 7:30 pm
For more info, visit
www.wachouston.org. |
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March 27,
2011 -
Syrian American Club Spring
Picnic |
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When: Sunday, March 27, 2011.
Time: 12:30 - 5:00 PM, Lunch Served 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Location: CLEAR LAKE PARK, 5001 NASA PARKWAY, SEABROOK,
TEXAS 77586
ADMISSION: $25 Adult Non-Member, $20 Adult Member, $15
Children (3 to 12), (Children 2 and under FREE)
RSVP by March 24th: EMAIL:
syrianamericanclub@yahoo.com, PHONE: (713) 266-5577
Food cannot be guaranteed without RSVP
ENTERTAINMENT, FUN AND RIDES FOR ALL AGES, SHAWARMA MEAL,
AND MUCH MORE
Donations will be appreciated. All Proceeds will benefit the
SAC Charitable Programs
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March 27,
2011 -
Iman Academy Annual Fundraising Gala |
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Iman Academy presents 15th
Annual Gala: Continuing the Journey
Fundraiser and Appreciation: Join us for an evening of
appreciation filled with fun and entertainment.
Guest speakers: Dr. Saleh Al-Sawy, Abderraouf Alkhawaldeh
Youth entertainment: Activities, performances, games, lost
of fun for our youth
When: Sunday, March
27, 2011
Time: 3 pm
Location: Crowne
Plaza Hotel, 8686 Kirby
Drive, Houston, TX 77054
(Across from Reliant Stadium)
Tickets: $25 per person, $50 per family - available from
school campuses or at the door. Baby sitting available.
For more information and
purchasing tickets, please call 281.498.1345, 713.910.3626
or visit
www.imanacademy.org.
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March
27, 2011 - Protest
to Support Libya's Freedom! |
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Libya's voices have been robbed,
silenced, murdered, and censored. No media has been allowed
into the country. It's our turn to speak up.
It doesn't matter if you are Libyan. If you believe in
justice, equality, and human dignity. Show your support.
Please join our cause. Our brothers, cousins,
uncles, fathers, mothers, sister, aunts etc. are all dying
for freedom. We want to do our part.
When: Sunday, March 27, 2011
Time: 3 pm - 5 pm
Location: On the street next to Starbucks, 2521 Post Oak
Blvd. (Galleria), Houston
Support us. Lend your voice to the voiceless. We will let
the world know that we stand in solidarity with Libya. Libya
is not alone.
We are here. We are loud. And we will NOT be silenced.
Join the movement. We are the change in the world.
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March 26-27, 2011 -
The First Palestinian Festival |
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Celebrating Palestinian
Heritage, Art and Culture
The First Folkloric Palestinian Festival in Houston to share
and educate Palestinian culture and Heritage with everyone.
Its going to be real fun. Great food, great music & great
performances, a Grand Bazaar with art & craft and product
from Palestine. Unique audio visual presentations, kids
games and much more.
When: March 26-27, 2011
Location: Jones Plaza, 601 Louisiana, Houston, Texas
77002
For more information, visit
www.palestinianfestival.org.
Click here
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March 26, 2011 -
Celebrating Freedom - Egyptian
Style |
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Come join us on Saturday, March
26th to celebrate the recent historic events that occurred
in Egypt on Feb 11th. Many of us have been glued to our TV
screens watching the events unfold and holding our breath.
Its time to get out and commemorate freedom and the
initiation of a democratic process in Egypt, as well as to
honor those who have fallen in the process. The 18-day
dramatic protests has not only changed the Middle East...,
but has been a worldwide inspiration to those who value
human rights and democracy.
When: Saturday, March 26, 2011
Time: 5 pm - 9 pm
Location: Discovery Green Park, 1500 McKinney,
Downtown Houston, Texas
Come enjoy great food, music and entertainment as we take
you through the 18 day experience with videos, pictures and
monologues. Bring all your family and friends, Egyptian and
Non Egyptian. Everyone is welcome.
Event organized by the Egyptian American Society.
If you are interested in volunteering, e-mail Yehia Omar at
yehiamo@gmail.com.
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March 26,
2011 -
ICNA Relief Annual Fundraising
Dinner |
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ICNA Relief Annual Fundraising
Dinner: Humanity
is Waiting for You.
When: March 26, 2011
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Location: Masjid Bilal Community Center, 11815 Adel
Rd.
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March 25, 2011 -
PACC Anniversary Gala & Opening Night of its
Palestinian Festival |
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Palestinian American Cultural
Center-Houston (PACC) invites you to attend its Anniversary
Gala and the opening night of its Palestinian festival.
When: Friday, March 25, 2011
Time: 7:30 pm
Location: ACC, 10555 Stan cliff Road
Program will include: Seated Dinner, Presenting the
Abuobaida* Community service Award, Entertainments
Proceeds of Gala will support the Palestinian Festival and
Scholarships Fund Program
*In honor of the late ABOUOBAIDA OMRAN, PACC named it annual
community service award THE ABOUOBAIDA COMMUNITY AWARD.
Proceeds of the Gala and the Palestinian Festival will
support a Scholarship Fund Program.
For Sponsorship and Tickets, send e-mail to
paccfestival2011@gmail.com.
For more information, visit
www.palestinianfestival.org. |
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March 22, 2011 -
Israeli Apartheid Week at UH:
Viva Palestine Outdoor Concert |
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Israeli Apartheid Week (IAW) is
an annual international series of events held in cities and
campuses across the globe. The aim of IAW is to educate
people about the nature of Israel as an apartheid system and
to build Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) campaigns
as part of a growing global BDS movement. Last year, Israeli
Apartheid Week (IAW) took place in more than 40 cities
across the globe.
March 22: Viva Palestine Outdoor Concert, Lynn
Eusan Park (behind the Hilton hotel, right in front of
Cougar Village dorms), 4 pm - 6 pm
Sabreena Da Witch, Mohammad Al-Farrah, and many more
musicians will be coming to perform at UH! Free food, nice
weather, and awesome music!
For more information, click here.
Sponsored by Students for a Democratic Society at UH, Co-sponsored by the Student
Feminist Organization. |
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March
21, 2011 -
Israeli Apartheid Week at UH:
Palestinian Feminism and Activism Panel Discussion |
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Israeli Apartheid Week (IAW) is
an annual international series of events held in cities and
campuses across the globe. The aim of IAW is to educate
people about the nature of Israel as an apartheid system and
to build Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) campaigns
as part of a growing global BDS movement. Last year, Israeli
Apartheid Week (IAW) took place in more than 40 cities
across the globe.
A panel of women activists about feminism in
Israel/Palestine and how occupation and war have affected
women and their rights.
Sabreena Da Witch: Palestinian
Hip Hop Artist from Lydd
Hadeel Assali: Founder of the Houston Palestine Film
Festival
Sahar Abusada: President of Palestinians for Peace and
Democracy
MODERATED by Sima Shakhsari: Post Doctoral Fellow for the
Women's, Gender, & Sexuality Studies Program
When: Monday, March 21, 2011
Time: 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Location: Location Rm. 212 L, Honor's College, M.D. Anderson
Library, University of Houston
SPONSORED BY: The Tenneco Lecture Series, The Center for
Public History, and The Women's, Gender, & Sexuality Studies
Program
Co-sponsored by Students for a Democratic Society and The
Student Feminist Organization. |
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March
20, 2011 - Protest
to Support Libya's Freedom! |
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Libya's voices have been robbed,
silenced, murdered, and censored. No media has been allowed
into the country. It's our turn to speak up.
It doesn't matter if you are Libyan. If you believe in
justice, equality, and human dignity. Show your support.
Please join our cause. Our brothers, cousins,
uncles, fathers, mothers, sister, aunts etc. are all dying
for freedom. We want to do our part.
When: Sunday, March 20, 2011
Time: 3 pm - 5 pm
Location: On the street next to Starbucks, 2521 Post Oak
Blvd. (Galleria), Houston
Support us. Lend your voice to the voiceless. We will let
the world know that we stand in solidarity with Libya. Libya
is not alone.
We are here. We are loud. And we will NOT be silenced.
Join the movement. We are the change in the world.
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March
20, 2011 -
Presentation by Dr. Moncef Lahlou on “Al Akhawayn
University” in Ifrane, Morocco |
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The Moroccan Society of Houston
will be hosting a presentation by Dr. Moncef Lahlou,
Director of the Language Center at Al Akhawayn University in
Ifrane. Dr. Lahlou’s presentation will be on “Al Akhawayn
University: A leading-edge educational and research
Institution”.
Al Akhawayn University in
Ifrane (AUI), located in the Middle Atlas resort town of
Ifrane, Morocco, was established in January 1995 as a center
for academic excellence and intercultural tolerance. It was
designed as a Moroccan University, based on the American
model of higher education and using English as the language
of instruction, it is Morocco's only public English-speaking
University. Approximately half of the current teaching staff
at AUI is international.
When: Sunday 20, 2011
Time: 4 PM to 5:30 PM
Location: 1200 Poast Oak Ln, Houston TX 77056
Professor Moncef Lahlou is the Director of the Language
Center at Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane, the only English
medium university in Morocco. He holds a Doctorate in
Phonetics from Provence University in France. Professor
Lahlou is no stranger to the state of Texas as he holds a
Ph.D. in Foreign Language Education from the University of
Texas At Austin, TX, USA. He has extensive teaching,
research, and administrative experience. He has taught
language and linguistics courses in Arabic, French, and
English, to native and non-native speakers alike. His
research interests include: foreign and second language
learning and teaching, code switching and other language
contact phenomena, and the use of technology in teaching.
Professor Lahlou is a member of several professional
associations.
For more Info, please contact us at:
info@moroccansociety.org.
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March
19, 2011 -
Islamic Relief Presents: Rebuilding Communities, Restoring
Hope |
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An effort to bring relief to
Pakistan communities after the flood, with guest speaker
Imam Siraj Wahaj. Program includes latest updates on
Pakistan Relief Efforts by Azhar Azeez, (National Manager
IRUSA) and Rodwaan Saleh (South Central Regional Operations
Manager).
When: Saturday, March 19,
2011
Time: 6:00pm
Location: BBQ Tonight, 14617 Beechnut St, Houston
Supported by ISGH and MSA Houston. Free Admission! Dinner is
provided.
For more info, call 713-568-9095 or visit
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March
19, 2011 -
Human Rights, Universality And Sovereignty In African And
Islamic Perspectives |
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Abdullahi An-Na’im, PhD
Abdullahi An-Na’im is the Charles Howard Candler Professor
of Law at Emory University School of Law and serves as the
director of the Religion and Human Rights Program at Emory;
he is also a senior fellow of Emory's Center for the Study
of Law and Religion. Na’im is an internationally-recognized
scholar of Islam and human rights and human rights in
cross-cultural perspectives. Professor An-Na'im teaches
courses in international law, comparative law, human rights,
and Islamic law. His research interests include
constitutionalism in Islamic and African countries,
secularism, and Islam and politics. An-Na’im is the author
of numerous books and articles, including Islam and the
Secular State (Harvard University Press, 2008).
When: Saturday, March 19,
2011
Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: The Rothko
Chapel, 3900 Yupon Street at the corner of Sul Ross Street,
Houston
Contact Info : Tom Ricker
tom@rothkochapel.org
Phone 713-524-9839 Fax 713-524-7461, or visit
www.rothkochapel.org. |
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March
18, 2011 -
Qur'an & Science Presentation by Ex NASA Scientist Dr. Abdul
Hye |
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Compare the latest discoveries
of Astronomy, Physics, Oceanography, Geology, Geography,
Biology, Botany, Zoology, Embryology, etc with the Qur'an
which was revealed 1,400 years ago.
Challenge your knowledge of Qur'an and Science.
Please don't miss this opportunity to invite friends,
family, teachers, neighbors, and co-workers to this very
informative and interesting presentation.
Take test and compare improvement of your knowledge before
and after the presentation.
Friday, March 18, 2011
Time: 6:45 pm ( between Magrib & Isha)
Location: MAS Katy Center, 1800 Baker Rd, Houston, TX 77094
For more info, visit
www.finalrevelation.net. |
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March
18, 2011 - "Human
Terrain" Film Screening |
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The Rice Ethnographic Film
Society presents HUMAN TERRAIN.
HUMAN TERRAIN exposes the
effort to enlist social scientists in a struggle for the
hearts and minds of America's enemies. Facing long wars in
Iraq and Afghanistan, the U.S. military adopts a
controversial new program, Human Terrain Systems, to make
cultural awareness a key element of its counterinsurgency
strategy. Designed to embed anthropologists and sociologists
with combat troops, the program swiftly comes under attack
by critics who consider it misguided and unethical to gather
intelligence and smooth the way for a kinder, gentler
occupation.
Introduction by Professor Cymene Howe, Department of
Anthropology.
When: Friday, March 18, 2011
Time: 7pm
Location: Rice Cinema, Rice University, Houston
Free and open to the public.
For more information, visit
www.ricecinema.rice.edu or
www.humanterrainmovie.com.
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March
16, 2011 -
Taking Your Career To The Next Level |
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Accelerate your career
advancement with practical advice from our experts. Learn
how you can position yourself to take advantage of
opportunities by promoting your work experiences as a
portable tool kit. Improving your workplace image and
enhancing your community visibility can lead to some of the
most rewarding career opportunities. Join us to learn how
you can chart a new course for your career and take it to
the next level.
Keynote Speaker: Marie Bergeron, Director of Admissions
Development @ Rice University (Executive MBA Program).
Guest Speaker: Syed Irtiza Hasan, Global Recruiting Manager
@ Turner & Townsend
When: March 16, 2011
Time: 6 pm
Location: Bella Hall, 300 Milam St., Houston
Register online at
www.mpahouston.com.
Schedule of Events:
6.00 pm Socializing / Networking
6.20 pm Quran Recitation
6.25 pm MPA Updates
6.30 pm Community Spotlight: Shifa Healthcare & Community
Services
6.40 Keynote Speaker: Marie Bergeron, Director of Admissions
Development @ Rice University (Executive MBA Program)
7.00 pm Guest Speaker: Syed Irtiza Hasan, Global Recruiting
Manager @ Turner & Townsend
7.15 pm Q&A
7.30 pm Break for dinner and socializing, Maghrib Prayer
Sponsored by the
Muslim Professional Association. |
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March
15, 2011 - Texans
Day of Outrage! |
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STOP Rick Perry and the Texas
GOP Legislature from devastating our State, Working
Families, & Less Fortunate!
When: March 15, 2011
Time: 4:30 pm
Location: HOUSTON CITY HALL
Every segment of our society is threatened, as BILLIONS of
dollars will be eliminated from:
• Public Education!!
• Health Care!!
• Social Services!!
• Environmental & Protection Agencies!!
• State Parks & Historical Monuments!!
Demand Governor Rick Perry use the $9.4 BILLION Rainy Day
Funds and End Corporate Welfare!
It is time that Texans unite in solidarity and protest these
outrageous budget-cuts and hateful legislation attacking
Civil Rights, Women’s Rights, GLBT, Latinos, and Immigrants!
If you are as furious as we are about our current state of
affairs and our future then join the movement at Houston
City Hall, or check with your local Democratic Party Office
for information on your county’s Texas Day of Outrage! event
and location. If an event is not planned in your county,
then organize one together and contact us with the details
and we will add it to our Facebook page!
JOIN THE MOVEMENT TO PROTECT OUR STATE, OUR PEOPLE, & OUR
FUTURE! |
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March
13, 2011 -
Why the Afghanistan War Is Unwinnable |
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Col.
Ann Wright (retired) will speak on her recent trip to
Afghanistan.
Ann Wright is a former United States Army colonel and
retired official of the U.S. State Department. She has
served as the US Ambassador to Afghanistan and was one of
three State Department officials to publicly resign in
direct protest of the March 2003 invasion of Iraq. She was a
passenger on the Challenger 1, which along with the Mavi
Marmara, was part of the Gaza flotilla.
When: March 13, 2011
Time: 12 noon: Potluck (optional), 1-2P: Talk: "Why
the Afghanistan War Is Unwinnable"
Location: Unitarian Fellowship of Houston, 1504 Wirt
Road, Houston, Texas
Potluck and Talk; Hosts: Lee & Hardy Loe
DISCUSSION to follow talk
Free ~ Public Invited
Reservations nice but not necessary: 713.524.2682 |
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March
13, 2011 -
Protest to Support Libya's Freedom! |
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Libya's voices have been robbed,
silenced, murdered, and censored. No media has been allowed
into the country. It's our turn to speak up.
It doesn't matter if you are Libyan. If you believe in
justice, equality, and human dignity. Show your support.
Please Please please join our cause. Our brothers, cousins,
uncles, fathers, mothers, sister, aunts etc. are all dying
for freedom. We want to do our part.
When: Sunday, March 13, 2011
Time: 3 pm - 5 pm
Location: On the street next to Starbucks, 2521 Post Oak
Blvd. (Galleria), Houston
Support us. Lend your voice to the voiceless. We will let
the world know that we stand in solidarity with Libya. Libya
is not alone.
We are here. We are loud. And we will NOT be silenced.
Join the movement. We are the change in the world. |
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March 10, 2011 -
Israeli Apartheid Week at UH: Movie Screening of
Slingshot Hip Hop |
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Israeli Apartheid Week (IAW) is
an annual international series of events held in cities and
campuses across the globe. The aim of IAW is to educate
people about the nature of Israel as an apartheid system and
to build Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) campaigns
as part of a growing global BDS movement. Last year, Israeli
Apartheid Week (IAW) took place in more than 40 cities
across the globe.
March 10: Movie Screening of
Slingshot Hip Hop, Sedition Books, 901 Richmond
Ave., 7 pm
For more information, click here.
Sponsored by Students for a Democratic Society at UH |
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March
10, 2011 -
Why the Afghanistan War Is Unwinnable |
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Col. Ann Wright (retired) will
speak on her recent trip to Afghanistan.
Ann Wright is a former United States Army colonel and
retired official of the U.S. State Department. She has
served as the US Ambassador to Afghanistan and was one of
three State Department officials to publicly resign in
direct protest of the March 2003 invasion of Iraq. She was a
passenger on the Challenger 1, which along with the Mavi
Marmara, was part of the Gaza flotilla.
When: March 10, 2011
Time: 6:30P:
Potluck (optional), 7:30P: Talk: "Why the Afghanistan War
Is Unwinnable"
Location: Houston Peace and Justice Center, 1844
Kiplong St, Houston, Texas
Potluck and Talk; Hosts: Lee & Hardy Loe
DISCUSSION to follow talk
Reservations nice but not necessary: 713.524.2682 |
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March 9, 2011 -
Birth of a New Era in the Middle East: Popular
Revolutions of 2011 |
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We are pleased to announce a
briefing with Her Excellency Marcelle M. Wahba, U.S.
Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates (ret.).
This visit comes at a necessary time as popular movements
unfurl throughout the Middle East and North Africa.
Ambassador Wahba will discuss the emergence of a New Era in
the Middle East. With pivotal and imperative questions
looming on the state of the region, and the political
implications of the actions taken by governments and general
populations alike, Ambassador Wahba will offer her insight
on what these events may mean for the future of the region.
For more information on Ambassador Wahba
click here.
When: March 9, 2011
Time: 9:00 am – 10:30 am
Location: 2323 S. Shepherd Dr., Suite 1150, Houston, TX
77019
Cost: Members $20, Non-Members $40
For more info, contact
Nicole Ellis,
Nicole@bilateralchamber.org.
Sponsored by the Bilateral US-Arab Chamber of Commerce. |
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March 9, 2011 -
Understanding Revolution, Interpreting Reform |
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We are pleased to announce an
afternoon briefing with J. Scott Carpenter, The Keston
Family fellow at The Washington Institute and director of
Project Fikra.
With exceptional experience in the Middle East and North
Africa, Scott Carpenter will address the social and
political unrest in the region. As populations in Egypt and
Tunisia transition from revolutionary mindsets, to building
new political regimes questions are posited on the potential
for success. How will a successful political transition be
achieved? What will these changes mean to the Arab world as
a whole and U.S. policy in the Region? As a career expert on
the region, Scott Carpenter will engage these questions,
among others.
For more information on Mr. Carpenter please
click here.
When: March 9, 2011
Time: 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Location: 2323 S. Shepherd Dr., Suite 1150, Houston, TX
77019
Cost: Members $20, Non-Members $40
For more info, contact Nicole Ellis,
Nicole@bilateralchamber.org.
Sponsored by the
Bilateral US-Arab Chamber of Commerce. |
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March 9, 2011 -
Feminism, Empire, and Muslim Women |
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By Dr. Elora Shehabuddin
When: March 9, 2011
Time: 1 p.m.
Location: University of Houston-Downtown, 1 Main
Street, Room 1099N
Robertson Auditorium, 3rd Floor, Academic Building
For more information, contact Dr. Sharin Elkholy
(elkholys@uhd.edu).
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March 9, 2011 -
Days of Rage in the Middle East |
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J. Scott Carpenter, Washington
Institute for Near East Policy
The Middle East has been
shaken to its core as popular movements in Tunisia, Egypt,
Yemen, and Jordan demand political rights, economic reform,
democracy, and an end to corruption and repression. But old
patterns are difficult to alter and giving up privileges is
harder still. Sharing power and guaranteeing rights will
take a revolution in institutions and society. Can a
successful political transition in these countries be
managed? If so, what will be the next steps to establish a
democratic foundation? What will these changes mean to the
Arab world, the Israeli-Palestinian peace process, and the
United States? How can the U.S. and the world help the
people of Egypt?
When: Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m. - Registration begins at
6:00 p.m.
Location: The Junior League, 1811 Briar Oaks Lane, Houston,
Texas 77027
J. Scott Carpenter is a fellow at The Washington Institute
for Near East Policy and the director of Project Fikra,
which focuses on empowering Arab democrats in their struggle
against extremism. Mr. Carpenter has also served as deputy
assistant secretary of state in the Bureau of Near Eastern
Affairs and was named coordinator for the State Department's
Broader Middle East and North Africa Initiatives.
Previously, as director of the governance group for the
Coalition Provisional Authority in Baghdad, he helped guide
Iraq's postwar political transition and initiated a wide
array of democratic initiatives. He served as a key advisor
to C.P.A. administrator Paul Bremer, facilitating the
formation of the Iraqi Governing Council and the first
post-Saddam Hussein cabinet, the drafting and signing of
Iraq's interim constitution, and the establishment of the
interim Iraqi government.
For more info, visit
www.wachouston.org.
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March 7, 2011 -
Israeli Apartheid Week at UH:
Dabke Flashmo |
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Israeli Apartheid Week (IAW) is
an annual international series of events held in cities and
campuses across the globe. The aim of IAW is to educate
people about the nature of Israel as an apartheid system and
to build Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) campaigns
as part of a growing global BDS movement. Last year, Israeli
Apartheid Week (IAW) took place in more than 40 cities
across the globe.
March 7: Dabke Flashmob, Butler Plaza in front
of MD Anderson Library, 11 am - 1 pm
We're going to meet and dance dabke at 11, 11:20, 11:50,
12:20, and 12:50. This is a great way to get people's
attention, hand out information on BDS and the Palestine
issue, and have fun! Come out and bring your friends for the
dance party!!
For more information, click here.
Sponsored by Students for a Democratic Society at UH |
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March 5, 2011 -
Iman Academy
Schools & Childcare Centers Job Fair |
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Excellence in FAITH. Excellence
in Education.
One of the top Islamic schools, SACS Accredited, Competitive Salaries & Benefits,
Excellent Working Condition
Seeking qualified
Teachers and Administrator for the schools and childcares. Have your resume handy.
When: Saturday, March 5, 2011
Time: 10 am - 4 pm
Location: Hilton Americas (room 340A-340B), 1600 Lamar,
Houston, Texas 77010
Click here for
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March 5, 2011 -
“Where Values Blossom” Fundraiser Gala for ILM
Academy |
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The theme of this year’s event
is “Values”. This is the event of the year where ILM academy
showcases the talent of our children, communicates its
accomplishments and tries to achieve its financial goals.
Please join us for a night of fun.
When: Saturday, March 5, 2011
Time: 6 PM
Location: Westchase Hilton Hotel, 9999 Westheimer, Houston
For more info, visit
www.ilmacademy.org.
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March 4, 2011 -
Cultural Night at the ACC |
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We are proud to present a
cultural night to showcase our rich heritage in music and
arts.
Food & drinks $15 adults $5 kids * From various
Arabic countries
When: March 4, 2011
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Arab-American Cultural & Community Center,
10555 Stancliff Rd., Houston, 77099
20% of proceeds will go towards help to fund our refugee
programs.
Special appearance by Mr. Ayman Elkhatib and our pianist Mr.
Ahmad Yaqout.
Fore more info, contact the Arab American Cultural &
Community Center at 832-351-3366. |
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March 3, 2011 -
Cultured Cocktails Happy Hour! |
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Join the Houston Palestine Film
Festival at Boheme for Spacetaker’s Cultured Cocktails on
March 3, 2011. Enjoy a laid back evening of cocktails and
networking with some of the organizers of this award-winning
film festival. Proceeds from the event will go to benefit
the Houston Palestine Film Festival. Come by, have a drink
and say hi!
Raise a glass to the arts at Spacetaker’s Cultured
Cocktails. Every Thursday, Spacetaker and Boheme host a
different local arts group. At this special happy hour, get
up close and personal with the artists that make Houston
unique. Even better, a portion of the proceeds from the
event benefits the artists. Join us at Boheme located at 307
Fairview from 5-10 p.m. every Thursday.
Awarded “Best Happy Hour of 2010″ by the Houston Press!
When: Thursday March 3, 2011
Time: 5 pm to 10 pm
Location: Boheme, 307 Fairview, Houston, TX
For more info, visit
www.hpff.org/featured/hpff-cultured-cocktails/
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March 3, 2011 -
Opportunities
in Libya by Ambassador Aujali |
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Join the Bilateral US-Arab
Chamber of Commerce for a business breakfast briefing on
opportunities in Libya.
Ambassador Aujali will highlight Libya's ambitious plans to
increase foreign investment in high priority sectors
including oil and gasoline, infrastructure, healthcare,
sanitation, water and energy supplies, as well as building
of roads, airports, rail system, and ports. The Ambassador
will discuss Libya's vision to become an ideal transit zone
for U.S. companies seeking to export to the rest of the
Middle East and as a gateway to Africa.
For more info, visit
bilateralchamber.org/invites/ambassador-series/houston_012011.html.
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March 2, 2011 -
Faith Misplaced: On The Promise of US-Arab Relations |
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By Dr. Ussama Makdisi
When: March 2, 2011
Time: 1 p.m.
Location: University of Houston-Downtown, 1 Main
Street, Room 1099N
Robertson Auditorium, 3rd Floor, Academic Building
For more information, contact Dr.
Sharin Elkholy
(elkholys@uhd.edu).
Click here for
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March 1, 2011 -
Panel Discussion "Uprisings in the Middle East" |
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This event will feature
panelists Aida Araissi, native Tunisian and president of
Houston's Bilateral U.S-Arab Chamber of Commerce; Nivien
Saleh, professor and Middle East expert of the Center of
International Studies at St. Thomas University; Richard
Sindelar, former Deputy Director of the Office of Near East
and South Asia Analysis with the State Department's Bureau
of Intelligence and Research.
Sponsored by the Department of Social Sciences at the
University of Houston-Downtown.
When: March 1, 2011
Time: 10 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Location: University of Houston-Downtown, 1 Main
Street, Houston, Texas 77002
Robertson Auditorium, 3rd Floor, Academic Building
For more information, contact Dr. Leena Thaker-Kumar
(kumarl@uhd.edu,
713-221-8696).
Click here for
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February 27, 2011 -
Protest to Support Libya's Freedom! |
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Libya's voices have been robbed,
silenced, murdered, and censored. No media has been allowed
into the country. It's our turn to speak up.
It doesn't matter if you are Libyan. If you believe in
justice, equality, and human dignity. Show your support.
Please Please please join our cause. Our brothers, cousins,
uncles, fathers, mothers, sister, aunts etc. are all dying
for freedom. We want to do our part.
When: Sunday, February 27, 2011
Time: 3 pm - 5 pm
Location: On the street next to Starbucks, 2521 Post Oak
Blvd. (Galleria), Houston
Support us. Lend your voice to the voiceless. We will let
the world know that we stand in solidarity with Libya. Libya
is not alone.
We are here. We are loud. And we will NOT be silenced.
Join the movement. We are the change in the world. |
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February 27, 2011 -
The Inspiring Accounts of Today’s Popular Resistance in
Palestine |
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Huwaida Arraf Speaks: The
Inspiring accounts of today’s Popular Resistance in Palestine
Huwaida Arraf is a Palestinian with American and Israeli
citizenship. She received her Bachelors degrees from the
University of Michigan, and her Juris Doctor from
the American University Washington College of Law, where she
focused her studies on international human rights and
humanitarian law. In 2001 Huwaida co-founded the
International Solidarity Movement (ISM), which has twice
been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize. Huwaida is
co-author of the book “Peace Under Fire: Israel, Palestine,
and the International Solidarity Movement.” From 2007 – 2008
Huwaida taught in a human rights law clinic at Al-Quds
University in Jerusalem, the first legal clinic in the Arab
World. Huwaida was one of the initiators and organizers of a
delegation of American lawyers to Gaza in February 2009, and
co-authored the report on their findings, "Onslaught:
Israel's Attack on Gaza and the Rule of Law. "Huwaida is
currently the Chairperson of the Free Gaza Movement. Since
August 2008, she has led 5 successful sea voyages to the
Gaza Strip. Huwaida was traveling with the Gaza Freedom
Flotilla when it was lethally attacked by Israeli forces on
31 May 2010.
When: February 27, 2011
Time: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Location: Arab-American Cultural & Community Center,
10555 Stancliff Rd., Houston, 77099
Admission: $10.00 / Students: $5.00
Click
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February 26-27, 2011 -
Model Arab League |
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The Bilateral Model Arab League
is a student leadership development program giving high
school and university students an unsurpassed opportunity to
acquire and develop practical leadership skills directly
related to the United States' and one of the world's most
vital regions. In the process, students learn about the most
important social, economic, cultural, and political issues
facing Arab leaders and ordinary citizens.
Participation in a Model is of value to all students
regardless of their academic major. Students gain invaluable
first hand leadership experience and hands-on training. They
acquire this through the Model's constant challenges and
interaction in the course of public discussion, the
application of time management skills, the use of
parliamentary procedure, and the dynamics of debating,
writing, and editing. All of this occurs under pressure and
tight deadlines that mirror the actual realities and
tensions inherent in the give-and take that comes with
activism in political affairs.
In addition, participants in the Bilateral Model Arab League
are currently able to pursue study abroad opportunities in
Yemen, Kuwait, as well as our established partner, Egypt.
When: February 26-27, 2011
Location: University of Houston, Honors College, 4800
Calhoun Road, 212 MD Anderson Library, Houston, Texas 77004
For more info, contact Hala Al-Abdulwahed:
edu@bilateralchamber.org, Phone: 713-880-8168 |
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February 26, 2011 -
Protest to Support Libya's Freedom! |
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Libya's voices have been robbed,
silenced, murdered, and censored. No media has been allowed
into the country. It's our turn to speak up.
It doesn't matter if you are Libyan. If you believe in
justice, equality, and human dignity. Show your support.
Please Please please join our cause. Our brothers, cousins,
uncles, fathers, mothers, sister, aunts etc. are all dying
for freedom. We want to do our part.
When: Saturday, February 26, 2011
Time: 3 pm - 5 pm
Location: On the street next to Starbucks, 2521 Post Oak
Blvd. (Galleria), Houston
Support us. Lend your voice to the voiceless. We will let
the world know that we stand in solidarity with Libya. Libya
is not alone.
We are here. We are loud. And we will NOT be silenced.
Join the movement. We are the change in the world. |
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February 26, 2011 -
HQA Annual Fundraising Dinner |
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Speakers: Dr. Main Alqudah, Dr.
Hamed Ghazali, and Br. Fady Qaddoura
When: Saturday, February 26, 2011
Time: 3:00-6:00 pm
Location: Houston Qur'an Academy, 1902 Baker Rd, Houston TX
77094
RSVP: Sr. Shamima 281-717-4622
Tickets: $25/family of four $10/individual available at the
school
Babysitting will be provided.
Click
here for event flyer. |
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February 25, 2011 -
Protest to Support Libya's Freedom! |
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Libya's voices have been robbed,
silenced, murdered, and censored. No media has been allowed
into the country. It's our turn to speak up.
It doesn't matter if you are Libyan. If you believe in
justice, equality, and human dignity. Show your support.
Please Please please join our cause. Our brothers, cousins,
uncles, fathers, mothers, sister, aunts etc. are all dying
for freedom. We want to do our part.
When: Friday, February 25, 2011
Time: 4 pm
Location: On the street next to Starbucks, 2521 Post Oak
Blvd. (Galleria), Houston
Support us. Lend your voice to the voiceless. We will let
the world know that we stand in solidarity with Libya. Libya
is not alone.
We are here. We are loud. And we will NOT be silenced.
Join the movement. We are the change in the world. |
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February 24, 2011 -
Iraq's Future: Challenges and Opportunities |
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Michael Corbin, U.S. State
Department
Iraq has made great
progress in the transition to democracy and civilian
control. The new government, formed after months of
negotiations, has established regional partnerships and
improved security for Iraqi civilians. Schools and hospitals
are opening, shops are filled with goods, and the society is
rebuilding. But significant challenges remain and the
fragile government must act quickly to end corruption,
create new jobs, and improve the treatment of minorities.
U.S. advisors are expected to provide training and
assistance for some time.
Michael Corbin will give a status report on Iraq today and
the future U.S. involvement.
When: February 24, 2011
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: Westin Galleria Hotel, West Alabama Rm., 5060 West
Alabama, Houston 77056
For more info, visit
www.wachouston.org.
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February 23, 2011 -
U.S. Policy in Iraq |
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U.S. Policy in Iraq: Michael
Corbin, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Iraq,
Discusses Opportunities and Obstacles in Iraq
Michael Corbin, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State in the
Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs for Iraq issues, will discuss
U.S. policy in Iraq, specifically the shift in U.S.
assistance from helping Iraq with infrastructure and
institutions, to providing technical advice in key sectors
such as health, agriculture, and economic diversification.
The United States is endeavoring to transfer skills and
expertise to Iraq's government, industry, and people. Under
the terms of the U.S.-Iraq Strategic Framework Agreement,
the United States is building a dynamic partnership with the
Iraqi government and people. U.S. government agencies are
working to support Iraq's development in a range of sectors,
including education, energy, trade, health, culture, law
enforcement, and judicial cooperation.
Please note, this is a Member-Only event
Online Registration.
When: Wednesday, February
23, 2011
Time: 9:00 AM Registration 9:15 AM - 10:30 AM Presentation
Location: Bilateral US-Arab Chamber of Commerce, Conference
Room, 2323 S. Shepherd Dr. Suite 1150, Houston, TX 77019
Members: $35 (Only one representative per company)
For more information, visit
www.bilateralchamber.org. |
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February 20, 2011 -
Protest to Support Libya's Freedom! |
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Libya's voices have been robbed,
silenced, murdered, and censored. No media has been allowed
into the country. It's our turn to speak up.
It doesn't matter if you are Libyan. If you believe in
justice, equality, and human dignity. Show your support.
Please Please please join our cause. Our brothers, cousins,
uncles, fathers, mothers, sister, aunts etc. are all dying
for freedom. We want to do our part.
When: Sunday, February 20, 2011
Time: 3 - 6:30 pm
Location: On the street next to Starbucks, 2521 Post Oak
Blvd. (Galleria), Houston
Support us. Lend your voice to the voiceless. We will let
the world know that we stand in solidarity with Libya. Libya
is not alone.
We are here. We are loud. And we will NOT be silenced.
Join the movement. We are the change in the world. |
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February 20, 2011 -
Let Freedom Ring! Family Day |
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MAS Katy Center Family Day
Special Program: Let the Freedom Ring! - Reflection on
Egypt and Tunisia
Please join in the celebration of the newly acquired freedom
that swept the Middle East region recently and reflect on
what it means and its future impact.
When: Sunday, February 20, 2011
Time: Zuhr 1:30 pm
Location: MAS Katy Center, 1800 Baker Rd, Houston, TX 77094
(I-10 West - Exit Barker Cypress, go south, Right on
Kingsland, left on Baker. Drive 0.5 mile, masjid is on the
right as the road curves).
Fun, sports and food (potluck) 2.00-6.00, Panel discussion
6:30 - 8:00 pm
Speakers: Br. Arsalan Haq - Al Azhar Univ (just arrived from
Egypt), Br. Said - Arab Voices Radio KPFT 90.1 FM, and more
This is a potluck event, with special request to the
Egyptian and Tunisian Communities to share their joy!
For more information,
visit
www.mashouston.org. |
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February 20, 2011 -
How Three Muhammads Cure The Lingering Effects of Plantation
Slavery |
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Lost-Found Nation of
Islam-Houston
Black History Month/Black Holocaust Commemoration
Lecture: How Three Muhammads Cure The Lingering Effects of
Plantation Slavery
When: February 20, 2011
Time: 2 to 4 p.m.
Location: 3815 Live Oak, Houston, Texas 77004 ((in the
SHAPE Community Center)
For more information, contact Zaqqiyah Haamidah at
info@LFNOIHouston.org
or visit
www.LFNOIHouston.org. |
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February 19, 2011 - Palestinian
American Bridge Annual
Banquet |
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The
Palestinian American Bridge
cordially invites you to attend the
Annual Banquet Event.
The keynote speaker will be Mr. Richard Cook, Head of UNRWA
(United Nations Relief and Works Agency) in New York, and
the entertainment section will be performed by Biladi Dabka
Group and Ismail Al-Kady and Alaa Abul-Izz Entertainment
Duo.
When: Saturday, February 19, 2011
Time: 7:00 p.m. (Dinner is served at
7:30 p.m.)
Location: Westin Galleria / Plaza
Ballroom, 5060 West Alabama,
Houston, Texas 77056
Donation: $50 includes full dinner
(to
benefit Dr. Uwaydah’s Scholarship, PAB
Scholarship for Palestinian Students)
Babysitter Available (free)
Click here for
event flyer.
For more information or to
purchase tickets, call 713-907-6370
or visit
www.pab-usa.org. |
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February 17, 2011 -
Teach-In on Revolution: Egypt, Tunisia, and the Arab World |
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Dr. Hosam Aboul-Ela from the
University of Houston and Dr. Ussama Makdisi from Rice
University will be speaking about the revolution in Egypt,
Tunisia, and the uprisings in the rest of the Arab world.
There will be a question and answer session. Come by to hear
them speak, exchange ideas, and ask any clarifying questions
you've had on your mind.
When: Thursday, February 17, 2011
Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: UC Aegean Room (in the UC Underground, bottom
floor)
Brought to you by the
Students for a Democratic Society. For more info, visit
www.sdshouston.wordpress.com.
Click
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February 16, 2011 -
The Arabs and the Holocaust: The Arab-Israeli War of
Narratives |
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By Gilbert Achcar, Professor,
School of Oriental and African Studies at the University of
London
Gilbert Achcar offers a
critical assessment of Arab attitudes to the Holocaust.
Achcar will be speaking about his new book, “The Arabs and
the Holocaust: The Arab-Israeli War of Narratives,” which is
a major contribution to the discourse of the Arab-Israeli
conflict, and about the wars of narrative that have emerged
around this conflict.
When: Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Farnsworth Pavilion, Ley Student Center, Rice
University, Houston, Texas
SPONSORED BY THE JAMES A. BAKER III INSTITUTE FOR PUBLIC
POLICY, DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY AND ARAB-AMERICAN EDUCATIONAL
FOUNDATION LECTURE FUND
For more information, contact Ussama Makdisi at 713-348-2561
or makdisi@rice.edu.
Self-paid parking is available in the Central Campus Garage.
For additional parking information, please visit
www.rice.edu/maps.
Click
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February 13,
2011 - Remembering and Honoring the
Fallen in Egypt |
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The Arab American Cultural &
Community Center (a Non-Profit, Non-Political and
Non-Sectarian Organization), in coordination with
PALESTINIAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER (PACC), invite you to a
Community Gathering to Commemorate, Memorialize and
Celebrate the Historic Events and Sacrifices in Egypt.
When: Sunday, February 13, 2011
Time: 5pm - 7pm
Location: Arab-American Cultural & Community Center,
10555 Stancliff Rd., Houston, 77099
Bring your flags and flowers. |
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February 11-13, 2011 -
Consular Services to Iraqis in Houston |
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The Iraqi Embassy in the United
States will be conducting consular
services to Iraqis to be prepared if they are interested in
having passports, notarized legal documents,
كفالة ,وكالة,
etc.
When: February
11, 12 & 13, 2011 (Friday,
Saturday and Sunday)
Time: 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Location: Arab American Cultural & Community Center, 10555
Stancliff Rd., Houston, 77099
Click here for more details.
For more information,
contact The Iraqi
American Community Foundation at 281-305-0503. |
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February 12, 2011 -
Soccer Exhibition Tunisia Fund Raiser |
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Soccer
tournament to raise funds for Tunisia’s nascent democracy.
When: Saturday February 12, 2011
Time: 1:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Location: ACC soccer pitches on 10555 Stancliff Rd
You can come and watch the games and eat Middle Eastern and
Tunisian food and/or play in the tournament.
If you want to play please contact Hatem Goucha at
713-584-0452 no later than Thursday 5 pm.
If you just want to come and help out, a $50 donation per
vehicle will be collected at the gate. |
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February 12,
2011 -
Demonstration in Support of Democracy in Egypt |
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When: Saturday, February
12,
2011
Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Egyptian Consulate, 5718 Westheimer Rd.,
Houston, TX 77057
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February 12, 2011 -
Egyptian American Society Meeting/Board Election
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The
Egyptian American Society's next
meeting and Board election are planed for Feb 12, 2011.
Further details on the location and agenda will be
posted/sent out shortly.
When: February 12, 2011
CANCELLED
We are asking everyone to nominate individuals for all posts
of the board. Please direct your nominations to
aeltaher@hotmail.com.
For more information, visit
http://easathouston.blogspot.com/. |
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February 12, 2011 -
Birzeit Society Valentines Day Celebration |
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Families
and Friends of Birzeit, Palestine, invite you to join them
for a memorable evening, all proceeds will go to help
students and families in need. Have Fun and help others at
the same time. Also presents the beloved Birzeity son, Star
Singer all the way from California Farah Farah for
Valentine’s day Family celebration.
When: Saturday February 12, 2011
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Crown Plaza, 7800 Alpha Rd, Dallas, TX 75240
Tickets: $75 (Plated
Dinner) / Babysitters
available
For more info, please call Lina Kaileh (214-734-6639) or
Musa Musallam (713-206-9000,
Musa@birzeitsociety.org).
Birzeit Society is a non-profit 501c3 organization, where
all donations are Tax Deductible (www.birzeitsociety.org). |
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February 11, 2011 -
Syrian American Club Valentine’s Day Party |
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The Syrian American Club
cordially invites you to a a Valentine’s Day Party with our
singer from California MACHHOUR ZEIN.
When: Friday, February 11, 2011
Time: 8:30 PM
Location: Café Byblos, 6134 Richmond Avenue, Houston, TX
77057
Members: $75, Non-Members: $85, (Price includes food and
soft drinks)
To RSVP and write the names of the guests in your party,
click here.
Mail in your payment by February 5, 2011 to SAC, 3319
Oakland Drive, Sugar Land, TX 77479
Priority Seating Will Be Given to Earlier Replies.
For questions, call 713-266-5577 or email
syrianamericanclub@yahoo.com.
Click here
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February 9, 2011 -
Who Will Run the World? New Diplomacy for a Borderless World |
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Parag Khanna, New America
Foundation
In an increasingly borderless and world, 21st century
statecraft will be implemented through a combination of
public and private partnerships. It’s happening already,
through organizations like the Gates Foundation. Coalitions
of governments, corporations, and civic actors, operating
more efficiently across borders, are having a greater impact
than ever before. Parag Khanna argues that America’s
influence in the future will depend on supporting the work
of non-state actors and using new models of governance.
When: February 9, 2011
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Junior League, 1811 Briar Oaks Ln., Houston, Texas
Parag Khanna is the director of global governance at the New
America Foundation. Previously, he served as senior
geopolitical advisor to the United States Special Operations
Forces in Iraq and Afghanistan. He worked at the World
Economic Forum in Geneva, was the global governance fellow
at the Brookings Institution, and was a research associate
at the Council on Foreign Relations in New York. In 2008,
Khanna was named one of Esquire magazine's 75 Most
Influential People of the 21st Century and was one of 15
individuals featured in Wired magazine "Smart List". His
latest book, Who Will Run the World?, will be available at
the program.
For more info, visit
www.wachouston.org. |
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February 8, 2011 -
Witness to Revolution: A Teach-In on the National Protests
in Egypt and Tunisia! |
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Please join Dr. Ussama Makdisi
and Dr. Mahmoud El-Gamal for a teach-in to discuss the
historical and contemporary contexts; the political, social,
and economic backdrops and grievances; and the international
implications of recent developments in Egypt and Tunisia.
When: February 8, 2011
Time: 4:30 p.m.
Location: Keck Hall, Rm
100, Rice University
Open to the public.
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February 6, 2011 -
Journalist Jamal Elshayyal (Al Jazeera) in Houston |
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(Jamal is stuck in Egypt and cannot leave for this event) |
Al-QUDS Committee presents…Journalist Jamal
Elshayyal!
On May 31, 2010 Israeli commandos attacked and raided an
international humanitarian aid convoy headed towards Gaza,
killing 9 activists including a US citizen. Jamal Elshayyal
was on board the Mavi Marmara.
FIRST HAND ACCOUNT: WHAT REALLY HAPPENED ON THE FREEDOM
FLOTILLA PLUS ANALYSIS OF CURRENT DEVELOPMENTS IN THE MIDDLE
EAST
When: Sunday, February 6, 2011
CANCELLED
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Location:
La Sani Restaurant, 9621
Bissonnet St, Houston, (Hwy 59 & Bissonnet)
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February 5,
2011 -
Demonstration in Support of Democracy in Egypt |
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When: Saturday, February 5,
2011
Time: 3 - 4 p.m.
Location: Egyptian Consulate, 5718 Westheimer Rd.,
Houston, TX 77057
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February 5, 2011 - Friends of Egyptian Children
with Cancer 2011 Gala |
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FECC is a non-profit organization, run
by volunteers and there is no overhead. All donations
are used for treatment of the needy children, medical
care and education.
When: February 5, 2011
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Sheraton Suites Hotel, 2400 West Loop
South, Houston, Texas
Click here for more
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February 4,
2011 -
Demonstration in front of Egyptian Consulate in
Houston |
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When: Friday, February 4,
2011
Time: 4 - 6 p.m.
Location: Egyptian Consulate, 5718 Westheimer Rd.,
Houston, TX 77057
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February 1, 2011 -
Candle Light Vigil in Honor of Revolution |
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In honor of the Tunisian Dignity
Revolution and the ongoing uprising in Egypt, we invite you
to come to a candle light vigil to remember the revolution's
fallen heroes, and the brave men and women who are
continuing the struggle.
When: Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: University of Houston (main campus), in
front of M.D. Anderson library
Created By SDS - Students for a Democratic Society at UH.
Bring posters, flags, candles if you can, and we will try to
provide some for those who can't.
Click here for more information.
Click here for
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February 1, 2011 -
Life In Occupied
Palestine by
Anna Baltzer |
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Anna Baltzer Discussing Life In
Occupied Palestine, Length: 0:59
When: Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Time: 2:30pm
Houston Media Source Public Access Channel 17 TV
Length: 0:59 |
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January 31,
2011 -
Dialog of Civilizations Youth Platform 2011 |
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Topic: “The use of
military means as a solution to today’s international and
national political issues: Diplomacy or war, democracy or
military coup?”
For more info,
click here. |
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January 30,
2011 -
Demonstration in front of Egyptian Consulate in
Houston |
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Egypt glowed like a bride, with
flags adorning her dress on January 25. Tens of thousands
have taken the streets in Egypt, with report of 5 dead, tens
of injuries and reports of close to a thousand arrests. Let
us support our family and friends in Egypt in pursuit of
democracy in all Arab countries, following the steps of
Tunisia. Join us for a peaceful demonstration on Sunday,
January 30th at 2:30pm, in support of democracy and in
solidarity with our Egyptian brothers and sisters.
Please invite all of your friends. Our people in Egypt need
the support.
When: Sunday, January 30,
2011
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Location: Egyptian Consulate, 5718 Westheimer Rd.,
Houston, TX 77057
ORGANIZER: Egyptian
Association for Change,
www.eacusa.org
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January 30,
2011 -
Moroccan Society of Houston General Assembly /
Elections |
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The Moroccan Society of Houston
(MSH) would like to inform all of its members and friends
that it will be holding its General Assembly (GA) in order
to elect a new board of trustees, and to discuss the past
and the future framework for the MSH association. The
meeting will be held January 30th, 2011.
Any member of the Moroccan Society of Houston (MSH) aged 21
years old or more as of January 10th,2011 is eligible to
submit his/her candidacy for any position in the new Board
of Trustees. If you are not a member, you can become one by
filling the membership form that you can download from
www.moroccansociety.org.
All MSH Members are encouraged and eligible to run for all
open Board Positions.
Candidature forms must be emailed to
webmaster@moroccansociety.org by Friday, January 21st ,
2011.
For more information on this event, or if you want to
download a membership form, visit our website at
www.moroccansociety.org/pdf/mshapplication_final.pdf.
Also, you can send any questions or comments to
webmaster@moroccansociety.org. |
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January 28,
2011 -
Demonstration in Front of Egyptian Consulate in
Houston |
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Let us Support the Freedom in
Tunisia, Egypt, and Yemen.
Peaceful Demonstration in Front
of Egyptian Consulate in Houston.
When: Friday, January 28,
2011
Time: 3:00 to 6:00 pm
Location: Egyptian Consulate, 5718 Westheimer Rd.,
Houston, TX 77057
Click here for
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January 26,
2011 - "Palestine" on GreenWatch TV in Houston |
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Palestine show with emphasis on
Bil'in and their many years of nonviolent protests for
freedom and equality will be the topic of discussion on
GreenWatch TV in Houston.
When: Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Time: 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.n.
For a listing of the TV channel number in your area, or to
listen live on the internet,
click here. |
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January 23,
2011 - Remembering and Honoring the Fallen in
Tunisia |
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The Arab American Cultural &
Community Center invites you to a Community Gathering to
Commemorate, Memorialize and Discuss the Historic Events and
Sacrifices in Tunisia.
When: Sunday, January 23, 2011
Time: 5pm - 7pm
Location: Arab-American Cultural & Community Center,
10555 Stancliff Rd., Houston, 77099
For more info, call 832-351-3366. |
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January 19,
2011 -
Planning for Success: Business Opportunities or
Career Satisfaction |
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Muslim Professional Association
Presents:
Planning for Success: Business Opportunities or Career
Satisfaction
Join MPA for its second Networking Event on Wed, January
19th with keynote speaker Aziz Gilani (of venture capitalist
firm DFJ Mercury) and guest speaker Shaheen Ladhani
(Director of Alumni and Corporate Relations at Rice
University). The theme for the event is: Planning for
Success: Business Opportunities or Career Satisfaction.
Planning can help you make the most of business and career
opportunities. Learn what questions to ask and what pitfalls
to avoid - whether you are starting a business or managing
your career. Community Spotlight for this event will be on
American Muslim Volunteers.
When: January 19, 2011
Location: Bella Hall 300 Milam St., Houston, TX 77002
For more info or to register online, visit
www.mpahouston.org.
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January 17,
2011 - March in the MLK Day Parade! |
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The Black Heritage Society's
33rd Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day parade will occur on
January 17, 2011 as part of DREAMKEEPERS Weekend 2011.Join
CAIR-TX and register to march on behalf of the Greater
Houston Muslim Community in the Black Heritage Society's
33rd Annual MLK Day Parade! We also encourage you to attend
the rest of DREAMKEEPERS Weekend 2011.
Click
here to register!
If you wish to register your own organization to march in
the parade,
click here.
For a complete schedule of DREAMKEEPERS Weekend 2011,
click
here.
ACTION REQUESTED:
WHAT: Represent the Muslim Community in the 33rd Annual MLK
Parade.
WHERE: Texas at Jackson, near Minute Maid Parking lot A.
WHEN: January 17, 2011.
Marchers must arrive by 8am.
For more information contact: Mustafaa Carroll, Executive
Director CAIR-TX, Houston
Email:
mustafaa.carroll@cairhouston.org | phone: 713.838.CAIR
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January 14,
2011 - Demonstration at ICE: Imam Zoubir
Bouchikhi |
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Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
intends to deport a scholar and father of four minor
children, three of whom are US citizens who has lived in the
US legally for 13 years without any regards for his pending
appeal with the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals.
This decision has caused much uproar and disappointment with
the DHS, Houston ICE director and the process.
The caring citizens of Greater Houston plan on demonstrating
on Friday January 14, 2011 at 9 a.m. at Immigration and
Customs Enforcement building located at 126 Northpoint
Drive, Houston, TX 77060.
The community will hold additional demonstrations and will
engage in a robust campaign writing letters to the
Whitehouse, Secretary of State, DHS Secretary, ICE Director
and congressional representatives.
For more information, contact
Br. Ali Khalili
with the Coalition to Free Imam Zoubir Bouchikhi at
832-878-8788. |
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January 8,
2011 - Sudan's Independence Day
Celebration |
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Our Sudanese Community in
Houston, Texas invites you to celebrate the 55th Anniversary
of Independence in a mood of joy and great expectations.
Our active participation in this year's Independence Day
which will be held under the theme "Through hard work .. We
shall overcome.. We shall prevail", should send a strong and
clear message that we are all in total support of the stand
of our Sudanese people. It promises to be an evening of an
entertainment, reflect most important a day to make our
stand loud and clear.
When: Saturday, January 08, 2011
Time: 8 p.m.
Location: Multi
Ethnic Community Center, 9819 Bissonnet Street Unit # F,
Houston
More information, please
contact Mohamed Suliman at (832) 640-7127. |
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January 8, 2011 -
Reliving the Legacy-A Learning Seminar on Seerah |
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A one day learning seminar on Seerah.
Instructors: Shaykh Omar Suleiman, Imam Khalid Griggs, Hafiz
Tauqer Shah
When: Saturday, January 08, 2011
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Location: University Center, University of Houston,
4800 Calhoun Rd., Houston, TX 77004
Tuition: $35 per person (Including lunch and reference
material)
Financial Aid available for those who
qualify
For more info, visit
www.ILFHouston.org. |
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January 6, 2011 - From Bad to Worse:
U.S.-Syria Policy |
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Joshua Landis, University of
Oklahoma
Engaging Syria has been a low priority. The post of
ambassador is unfilled and there is no intelligence sharing
with the Syrians on al-Qaeda and broader security matters.
At the same time, President Bashar al-Asad cultivates
relationships with regional powers like Turkey, Iran and
Saudi Arabia. Where are we now in US /Syrian relations? How
does this impact the peace process? What is the long term
consequence of continued isolation?
When: January 6, 2011
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Junior League, 1811 Briar Oaks Ln., Houston,
Texas
Joshua Landis teaches modern Middle Eastern history and
politics and writes on Syria and its surrounding countries.
Syria Comment, his daily newsletter on Syrian politics read
by officials in Washington, Europe, and Syria, attracts some
3,000 readers a day. Dr. Landis regularly travels to
Washington DC to consult with the government agencies and is
a frequent analyst on TV and radio. He has appeared on the
Charlie Rose Show, the Lehrer News Hour, and is a frequent
commentator on NPR. He has spoken at the Brookings
Institute, USIP, Middle East Institute, and Council on
Foreign Relations.
His most recent article on US-Syrian policy appeared this
November in Middle East Policy. He was educated at
Swarthmore (BA), Harvard (MA), and Princeton (PhD) and has
lived over 14 years in the Middle East.
For more information, visit
www.wachouston.org. |
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January 4,
2011 - Arabic Language Courses for Business
Professionals |
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The
Bilateral US-Arab Chamber of Commerce is
pleased to announce the opening of registration for Arabic
language courses, with a focus on business language skills.
The course duration is one month. Classes will begin the
first week of January 2011 at the Bilateral US-Arab Chamber
of Commerce office in Houston, TX.
For more information, visit
www.bilateralchamber.org. |
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