Alif Institute

Enjoy an evening of cinema and culture with a free screening of A Sad and Beautiful World on Friday, October 23, at 7:30 PM. Come early at 7:00 PM for an optional mezze dinner ($15).Directed by Cyril Aris, A Sad and Beautiful World is a Lebanese romantic drama about love, hope, and the challenges of building a future together in a country marked by uncertainty. Blending tenderness, humor, and heartfelt moments, the film explores the choices we make between holding on to our dreams and facing reality.

Local Event: Free Arabic Movie Night: a sad and beautiful world

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Free Arabic Movie Night: a sad and beautiful world

Enjoy an evening of cinema and culture with a free screening of A Sad and Beautiful World on Friday, October 23, at 7:30 PM....

Handy Ace Hardware

Drop off your new or used Electronics and any Home Medical Equipment Saturday 9am - 1pm in the parking lot of Handy Ace Hardware in Tucker. FODAC&nbsp;will take these donations and redistribute them through their thrift store and Home Medical Equipment distribution warehouse in Stone Mountain. There is a great need for Home Medical Equipment for our neighbors that require this equipment to go home with them after being discharged from hospitals and other treatments. They can not accept any tube tv's.

Local Event: Tucker Rotary Club Electronics and HME Drive for FODAC

Tucker Rotary Club Electronics and HME Drive...

Drop off your new or used Electronics and any Home Medical Equipment Saturday 9am - 1pm in the parking lot of Handy Ace...

Tucker Rotary Club Electronics and HME Drive for FODAC

Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Join us for Alif Community Day at Atlanta United on Saturday, October 24 as Atlanta United takes on Chicago!
This is more than just a match; it’s a chance for our community to show up together, celebrate Arab culture, and support Alif’s cultural and educational programs. Two ways to join:
1-Community Tickets $65 Sit together with the Alif community in Section 226, Rows 1–7. Only 150 tickets available! 2-Youth Flag Holder Experience $250 Give your child an unforgettable experience! 24 youth, ages 12–16, will have the opportunity to carry flags onto the field before the game. Package includes 2 community tickets + 1 Flag Holder Experience.
Every ticket supports Alif, so come cheer with us, represent our community, and enjoy a great night of soccer!
More than just a match, it’s a community moment!

Local Event: Soccer for a Good Cause!

Soccer for a Good Cause!

Join us for Alif Community Day at Atlanta United on Saturday, October 24 as Atlanta United takes on Chicago!
This is more than...

Merely Players Presents

Just in time for Halloween, five actors take the stage for an evening of chilling stories, urban legends and literary classics. From La Llorona to Edgar Allan Poe, experience haunting tales drawn from different cultures and generations. Come discover why some stories are simply too good — and too spooky — to die…

Local Event: Legends by Lamplight

Legends by Lamplight

Just in time for Halloween, five actors take the stage for an evening of chilling stories, urban legends and literary classics....

Black Dog Books

Celebrate the release of ACOTAR Book 6, A Court of Splintered Harmony by Sarah J. Maas, at this themed slumber party. Guests are encouraged to come dressed as their favorite character or in Court-inspired pajamas for a night at the House of Wind.

Local Event: Black Dog Books ACOTAR 6 Book Release PJ Party

Black Dog Books ACOTAR 6 Book Release PJ Party

Celebrate the release of ACOTAR Book 6, A Court of Splintered Harmony by Sarah J. Maas, at this themed slumber party. Guests...

Other Desert Cities is a gripping and intelligent family drama set during a holiday gathering in Palm Springs. When Brooke Wyeth returns home to celebrate Christmas with her well-connected, conservative family, she arrives with a memoir that threatens to expose a painful chapter from their shared past. What begins as a seemingly festive reunion quickly unravels into a tense and deeply personal confrontation about memory, grief, politics, loyalty, and truth. Filled with sharp wit, emotional depth, and layered characters, Other Desert Cities offers a compelling look at the stories families tell, and the secrets they work hard to protect.Playing November 6-22, 2026, at Merely Players Presents

Local Event: Other Desert Cities

Other Desert Cities

Other Desert Cities is a gripping and intelligent family drama set during a holiday gathering in Palm Springs. When Brooke...

Festival Postponed to NOVEMBER 7&amp;8, 2026 | 10 AM–5 PM | Alif Institute, Atlanta
Discover the sights, sounds, flavors, and traditions of the Arab world at the 19th Annual Atlanta Arab Festival. Enjoy authentic cuisine, live music and dance, artisan vendors, cultural exhibits, family activities, henna, Arabic calligraphy, and hands-on experiences in a welcoming atmosphere for all ages. Free admission, with more than 8,000 attendees expected.
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Local Event: 19th Annual Atlanta Arab Festival

19th Annual Atlanta Arab Festival

 Festival Postponed to NOVEMBER 7&8, 2026 | 10 AM–5 PM | Alif Institute, Atlanta
Discover the sights, sounds, flavors, and...

<table><tbody><tr><td>Get ready for one of our kids’ favorite experiences! Party Animals is bringing an exciting, educational, and entertaining animal showcase to the Atlanta Arab Festival.</td></tr><tr><td> </td></tr><tr><td>Kids will have the chance to meet unique animal friends up close while learning fascinating facts about their behaviors, personalities, and amazing abilities. A favorite of our campers and counselors at summer camp, we loved it so much that we had to bring them back! Don’t miss this fun, interactive experience that’s sure to be a hit with animal lovers of all ages. Must be accompanied by an adult. Accompanying adults are FREE.</td></tr></tbody></table>

Local Event: Animal Showcase at the Atalnta Arab Festival

Animal Showcase at the Atalnta Arab Festival

Get ready for one of our kids’ favorite experiences! Party Animals is bringing an exciting, educational, and entertaining...

Join us for Inner Landscapes, an art exhibition featuring four Arab American artists from Georgia, exploring memory, place, identity, and the human experience.Through diverse artistic voices and creative expressions, discover the places we carry within us, the experiences that shape who we are, and the stories that connect us all. Meet four Arab American artists from Georgia and experience an inspiring evening of visual art, music, poetry, conversation, and connection.Saturday, November 14, 2026, 5:30 PM at Alif Institute 3288 Marjan Drive, Atlanta, GA 30340RSVPs are appreciated but not required: info@alifinstitute.orgBring a friend and join us in celebrating art, identity, culture, and community. We look forward to seeing you there!

Local Event: Art Exhibit: Inner Landscapes, opening reception

Art Exhibit: Inner Landscapes, opening reception

Join us for Inner Landscapes, an art exhibition featuring four Arab American artists from Georgia, exploring memory, place,...

<table><tbody><tr><td>Feel the rhythm! Join our Derbakeh Drum Workshop!</td></tr><tr><td> </td></tr><tr><td>Curious about playing the derbakeh but not ready to commit to a full session? This workshop is the perfect way to give it a try! Join instructor Matias Hazrum for a fun, hands-on experience open to all levels; no experience necessary! Bring your own derbakeh or borrow one of ours. We'll be outdoors, so dress comfortably and bring a water bottle. Space is limited! Reserve your spot today.</td></tr></tbody></table>

Local Event: Derbakeh Drum Workshop

Derbakeh Drum Workshop

Feel the rhythm! Join our Derbakeh Drum Workshop! Curious about playing the derbakeh but not ready to commit to a full session?...

<table><tbody><tr><td>Feel the rhythm, join the line, and dance your heart out at our Dabke Workshop! 💃</td></tr><tr><td> </td></tr><tr><td>Discover the joy of dabke, the lively traditional group dance of the Arab world! Join Samir Hasan from the professional dabke troupe Al Fursan for a fun, energetic workshop exploring dance styles from Palestine, Syria, Lebanon, and Iraq. No experience necessary; beginners and intermediate dancers are welcome! Open to ages 13 and up, this is a wonderful opportunity to move, connect, and celebrate Arab culture while keeping a cherished tradition alive. Register today!</td></tr></tbody></table>

Local Event: Dabkeh Dancing Workshop

Dabkeh Dancing Workshop

Feel the rhythm, join the line, and dance your heart out at our Dabke Workshop! 💃 Discover the joy of dabke, the lively...

<table><tbody><tr><td>Always wanted to play the oud? Here's your chance to give it a try!</td></tr><tr><td> </td></tr><tr><td>Join instructor Suheil Sedran for a fun, hands-on workshop exploring the basics of playing the oud, its fascinating history, and how this beautiful instrument is made. No experience necessary—all levels are welcome! Bring your own oud or let us know if you'd like to borrow one. Whether you're simply curious or considering taking classes, this is the perfect place to start. Space is limited, so register today!</td></tr></tbody></table>

Local Event: Oud Workshop

Oud Workshop

Always wanted to play the oud? Here's your chance to give it a try! Join instructor Suheil Sedran for a fun, hands-on workshop...

Maqlooba means “upside-down” in Arabic, and this dish definitely has a little wow factor! 

It’s a traditional Middle Eastern comfort food made with fragrant rice, vegetables like eggplant, potatoes, or cauliflower, and seasoned chicken. Everything cooks together, so the rice soaks up all those delicious, savory flavors. And then comes the fun part: the flip! We turn the whole pot upside down onto a platter and reveal all those beautiful layers. It’s impressive, dramatic, and always a little exciting! Don’t worry if you’ve never made maqlooba before. Our experienced instructor will make it easy, approachable, and fun to learn, guiding you through every step. And if your flip doesn’t come out perfectly the first time, no stress! The most important part is that it’s going to taste absolutely delicious. After all, maqlooba is major comfort food, and a slightly imperfect flip just means you get to dig in sooner!

Local Event: The Art of Arabic Cooking: Maqlooba

The Art of Arabic Cooking: Maqlooba

Maqlooba means “upside-down” in Arabic, and this dish definitely has a little wow factor! 

It’s a traditional Middle Eastern...

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