Learn how to dance one of the most traditional and cherished dance in the Arab World: The Dabkeh. It’s combines circle dance and line dancing and is widely performed at weddings and other joyous occasions and festivals. Join the class to learn new steps and stomps in addition to slow or fast movements, you can consider it […]
Category: News and Announcements
8/11: Open House
Learn more about Alif classes and programs for adults and children! Meet our instructors and Register for classes! Nine different classes ranging from introductory to elementary and intermediate Arabic offered for Children age (3- 13+) { courses description and online registration here} Levantine Arabic & Modern standard Arabic with emphasis on conversation ranging from Introductory to […]
8/25: The Art of Arabic Cooking
Saturday, August 25, 2018 2:00—4:00PM Per Class: $25/ $22 for members MENU: Kosa Mehshi – Stuffed zucchini, Middle Eastern style! In this recipe, the humble zucchini act as vessels for a special stuffing of spiced rice and ground beef with tomatoes and fresh herbs. Znoud Elset- These cute sweet cream-filled pasteries are a staple in many […]
7/14: The Art of Arabic Cooking
Saturday, July 14, 2018 12:30—2:30 PM Per Class: $25/ $22 for members Payment is required upon your reservation. Please pay by July 12, 2018. MENU: Falafel –Falafel, are patties made of ground chickpeas that have been soaked in water, blended with spices and herbs, and then deep-fried. Falafel are great for crumbling into salads, eating on […]
Job Opening: Executive Director
Apply Now! Dear Alif community, As we open the search for the next Executive Director of Alif Institute, we are asking for your help to find someone special to lead this unique organization. Do you or someone you know have a passion for Arab cultures? Do you love working with a team and meeting new […]
3/10: Children’s Book Reading with Author Nayera Salam
Author Nayera Salam will read her new book,Woodland Fairies: Helping and Having Fun, use Arabic vocabulary to explain and ask the children questions. Bring your children and join us on March 10th at 1:30 pm – 2:00 pm. The event is open and free to the public. Signed books, available for $20, make a great gift […]
New Leadership
Friends of Alif, As we rang in the 2018 New Year in the last two weeks, we also reflected on the many exciting events which Alif was able to hold in 2017. Your role, as dedicated supporters, made it happen! We could not have experienced this success without you. Know how grateful we are for […]
Help us build a bright future for the Arab-American community!
Dear Alif Supporter, What would you like the future to look like? If you are like us, we see an even MORE proud and vibrant Arab-American community playing an essential part of the larger, diverse mosaic of communities in the metro-Atlanta area. We see Alif Institute as an even MORE valuable resource for countering negative stereotypes. We see […]