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Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture

Warmest Wishes & Thanks to all our friends  

and supporters on this Thanksgiving! 

Dec 2:  Film Salt of This Sea  + dinner

Dec 9:  Suheir Hammad in Performance

About A. J. Racy in Philadelphia

plus Events Around Town

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Friday, December 2 at 6pm
Al-Bustan and UPenn's
GIC
, PASS, and Wharton Pennguins
are pleased to present
SALT OF THIS SEA

A film screening followed by food/conversation

Terrace Room-Claudia Cohen Hall

FREE for Penn students

$10 for community members

 

A drama feature film by Annemarie Jacir, starring Suheir Hammad and Saleh Bakri, tells the story of a Brooklyn woman who travels to the West Bank and Israel to discover her roots. 
Al-Bustan's Arab Music Concert Series
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Poet SUHEIR HAMMAD

An Evening of Poetry and Music
featuring
Philadelphia Arab Music Ensemble
 


Friday, December 9 at 7:30pm
Trinity Center for Urban Life
22nd and Spruce Streets, Philadelphia 
FREE Admission / first come, first seated
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An Exhilarating Week of Workshops, Rehearsals, and Concerts with
A. J. Racy

Last week Al-Bustan was honored to host multi-instrumentalist, composer, and scholar
A. J. Racy who shared his talents and expertise with the Philadelphia community during an inspiring week consisting of demonstration, rehearsals, and performances. See photos of the week's events and read more here .  
BUY NEW Notecards from Al-Bustan hot off the press!Al-Bustan Logo

This Arabic alphabet notecard features artwork made by 2011 Al-Bustan Campers working with artist TREMAIN SMITH and inspired by the works of Lebanese publishing house DAR ONBOZ.  Check out the series of 6 alphabet notecards available for sale here 

Of Interest Around Town...

American Tunisian Association - Talk - Dec 1, 7pm, I-House

From Dictatorship to Democratic Era, a talk by Dr. Salah Bourjini.  More info

 

UPenn's National Resource Centers launch Greater Philadelphia Education Network

Website Launch Party - FREE:  Friday, Dec 2, 5-7pm, Arch Auditorium, The Arch Bldg

A New Website Featuring Global Education Resources, News, Events, Opportunities, & Networks for K-12 educators.  Info/RSVP: upennsouthasiacenter@gmail.com

   

NAAP 101 - Orientation Meeting - Dec. 4, 2pm, UPenn

The Network of Arab American Professionals - Philly Chapter hosts a meeting for those wanting to join or learn more about the organization. More info

 

Asian Arts Initiative - Family Style Open Mic - Dec. 16, 7:30pm

This open mic invites the sharing of stories, song, dance, poetry among Asian Americans and extended "family" from all communities and cultures. More info  

Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture is dedicated to presenting and teaching the Arabic language, arts, and culture.   

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