“If you could press a button and hear your great grandparents telling their story, would you press the button?” Sign-up to share your story! Join our StoryCorps Community Page! Watch a video about how to tell your story! To honor Arab American heritage, Alif Institute and the National Network for Arab American Communities (NNAAC) launched […]
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5/22 – Cooking Classes & Backgammon Tournament
Register for a Cooking Class or the Backgammon Tournament at our Spring Bazaar! Don’t wait until the last moment to register for these great activities taking place at our Spring Bazaar! Participants must be at least 13 years old. Spaces are limited and first come, first served. Have questions? Let’s talk! info@alifinstitute.org | 770-936-8770
Iftar Under the Stars Recap
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who made our Iftar Under the Stars such a magical evening! This was a huge effort of labor and love by many people to bring this program to life, volunteers, performers, board members and staff. An organization is as strong as its supporters and Alif institute is no exception. […]
Annual April Membership Drive
Your membership drives our mission! It’s easy to help us share the beauty of Arab cultures… Join the Alif family today! In honor of National Arab American Heritage Month, please show your support of Arab cultures by signing-up or renewing your Alif membership. Alif relies upon your tax-deductible membership to fuel our programs, reach more […]
Spring Arabic Cooking Series
Join us this spring for some cooking fun!Classes will be held in-person at Alif Institute.Masks and social distancing are required. Saturdays, February – May Cost per class:$30 per person/$25 for membersCouples/pairs (sharing one spot) – $50 / $45 for membersSign up for three classes and receive a free country mug! Click Here to Register for […]
05/22: Spring Bazaar
Program Description Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 22, from 10 AM – 4 PM! Alif’s Annual Spring Bazaar will be the perfect place to support local artists and small business owners, enjoy the spring weather while browsing unique handmade and homemade items, and savor some delicious treats! This outdoor event will keep physical distancing […]
Spring Arabic Poetry Series Registration
Good News! Local Artist Spreads Joy Through Art…and Coffee
By Amani Elkhatib Teresa Abboud El Rassi’s journey with Alif Institute began even before her move to Atlanta. She recalls becoming involved with Alif through her sister, Angela Abboud Khoury, by contributing her artistic talents to Alif’s festivals and events. In 2018, Teresa participated in Alif’s Annual Atlanta Arab Festival, where she sold her first […]
12/12: Annual Holiday Bazaar
Mark your calendars for December 12, 2020, from 10 AM – 4 PM! Alif’s 1st Annual Holiday Bazaar will be the perfect place to interact with local artists and small business owners, and to find holiday gifts for your loved ones! This outdoor event will keep physical distancing and sanitary guidelines as a priority and […]
Fall 2020 Arabic Poetry Series
Dates:November 10 & 17December 1 & 8 Time:Tuesdays, 7 PM – 8:30 PM Cost:$100 for the four-series course,$85 for members. Ages: Adults Instructor: Mrs. Jihan Hasan Requirements:Intermediate to advanced level Arabic language proficiency No prior background in poetry required. Location: All classes conducted virtually, via Zoom. Click here to register for the series. This course […]