Category: ART
Fall Nights, Dearborn Lights … Downtown Vibes
Downtown Dearborn is humming after sunset—families shoulder-to-shoulder at raffles, musicians trading riffs on the sidewalk, baristas pulling fragrant shots that taste like history. The city’s fall nights have become a living postcard of inclusion, fueled by a coffee renaissance that started here and is now reshaping America’s palate. From the Qahwa House effect to a neighborhood calendar bursting with pop-ups and bazaars, this is what community looks like when everyone is invited. Come for the espresso; stay for the human warmth—and visit DearbornBlog.com to view the full photo gallery from these unforgettable evenings.
DOME 2025: Fractured: Between Truth and Lies by Reem Abou-Samra
a political scientist, educator, and poet whose work explores Muslim American identity, belonging, and political thought. With over 15 years of teaching experience and current research on cultural return among Muslim millennial women, she brings a powerful blend of scholarship, creativity, and community engagement to every space she enters. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8UPhuiQvnXI JOIN DOME
9 French Films Premiering at Cannes 2025
Source: https://frenchly.us/french-films-premiering-at-cannes-2025/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_campaign=What+You+Missed+at+Cannes+2025&utm_medium=email The Cannes Film Festival, the premium showcase for world cinema in general and for French cinema in particular, is just wrapping up on La Croisette. Here is a rundown of nine French films that premiered in various programs at this year’s festival. The Great Arch (L’Inconnu de la Grande Arche) The Great Arch ...
From Stigma to Strength: Navigating Divorced Identity as Arab American Muslim Woman and Political Arena – Micho Assi
As a divorced, single mother and immigrant, I'll share my personal journey of navigating the challenges of feeling 'not enough' in multiple roles - not enough American in some spaces , not enough as a woman in other spaces , not enough as a divorced parent. Yet, through pain and struggle, I've transformed these feelings ...
Free Films About Palestine: Share the Stories with the World
Salam friends In light of the current events in Palestine, a large number of filmmakers have made their films about Palestine available online for free. In this post, we share with you links to films you can view and share to get our message out to the world: A collection of documentaries published by Al ...
AlNadwa Freethinking Society Presents: Liberation is Our Word
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My Top 10 Reads for 2024
This year, Wissam Charafeddine explored a diverse range of books that broadened his understanding of history, humanity, and innovation. Here are his top 10 picks for 2024, complete with a synopsis of each book, its author, a memorable quote, and resources for readers. 1. War Against the People by Jeff Halper Synopsis of the Book: ...
Top 10 Films for Wissam Charafeddine in 2024
This year has been an incredible journey through cinema. From thought-provoking dramas to uplifting tales, these are my top 10 favorite movies of 2024. For each film, I’ve included the IMDb score and a YouTube trailer to give you a taste of their brilliance. Here are the top 10 movies I watched in 2024, complete ...
The Best French Films of 2024
By Andrea Meyer December 16, 2024 Source: https://frenchly.us/best-french-films-of-2024/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_campaign=French+Favorites+of+2024&utm_medium=email It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Or so say the songs of the season. Many hearts are warmed by the first snowfall. For others, it’s a tree surrounded by gifts that gets us—or the promise of a midnight make-out session on New Year’s Eve. Then there ...
Top 30 Films for Wissam Charafeddine
Welcome to Wissam Charafeddine’s curated list of top 30 films! This selection features a diverse range of cinematic masterpieces from around the globe, spanning different genres, themes, and eras. Each entry includes an IMDb rating, a brief overview, the country of origin, the year it was made, and a YouTube trailer link. 1. The Hunt ...
Best Movies of 2024: Top 10 Picks from Film Critics
Looking for the best movies of 2024? Our film critics have curated a top 10 list of the year’s most stunning, groundbreaking films. These cinematic gems will take you on emotional journeys, showcase extraordinary creativity, and offer fresh perspectives on storytelling. Check out the trailers, IMDb scores, and where you can watch them below! --- ...
Top 30 Films for Mo Rida
This carefully curated selection of 30 films represents some of the finest works in cinema history, offering an array of genres, cultures, and stories. Each entry includes a brief introduction and an embedded trailer to give you a glimpse into these masterpieces. 1. Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the ...
كتاب جديد 4: نبض الأزرق للكاتبة عبير حسن علام
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الصالون الثقافي في ليفونيا 13: حرية الرأي وسلطة المجتمع
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الصالون الثقافي في ليفونيا 12: بين الأدلجة والفكر النقدي
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الصالون الثقافي في ليفونيا 11: تحفيز الوعي والفكر الحر في المجتمع
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الصالون الثقافي في ليفونيا 10: ولادة الصحوة من المعاناة
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الصالون الثقافي في ليفونيا 9: المثقف والمجتمع
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الصالون الثقافي في ليفونيا 8: الهجرة والتنوير
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الصالون الثقافي في ليفونيا 7: نظرية المعرفة والذكاء الاصطناعي
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الصالون الثقافي في ليفونيا 6: الفن بين الأصالة والحداثة
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New Book Eps 3 – Water on Fire – A Memoir of War y Tarek El-Ariss
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New Book Eps 2: كتاب جديد: ديوان لوحات ـ علي جواد
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Press & Guide: Things to do in metro Detroit, April 12 and beyond
Source: https://www.pressandguide.com/2024/04/11/things-to-do-in-metro-detroit-april-12-and-beyond On sale now • Moneybagg Yo, Rob49, Skilla Baby and JT: June 1, Fox Theatre, Detroit, ticket prices vary. On sale 10 a.m. April 11 • Glass Animals, Kevin Abstract: Aug. 24, Pine Knob Music Theatre, Independence Twp., ticket prices vary. On sale 10 a.m. April 12 • Maroon 5, Maren Morris: June ...
Voices of Resilience: Crestwood ASU Poetry Slam – Echoes from the Land of Olives
Riverside Middle School and Crestwood High School students are invited to share their voices at the ASU Poetry Slam. Join us on April 17th at 6PM in the Crestwood High School Library to recite your poem and celebrate the voices of resilience and echoes from the land of olives. Details, scan the QR code!
5 Best Documentaries I watched in 2023-2024
1. The Settlers (inside the Jewish settlements) Scary look at the mentality of the Jewish settlers in Israel. A Jewish version of ISIS. More dangerously, it has manifested itself today into the burning of villages and killings innocent Palestinians by the settlers in the West Bank in 2023, which then lead to Hamas retaliation on ...
Dearborn Open Mic March 20, 2024 – Reading by Christa Bruhn: Crossing Broders … The Search for Dignity in Palestine
Dearborn Open Mic July 19, 2023
Tiro Arts Association organizes training workshops at the Lebanese National Theater for children displaced because of war
Culture and Art: Tiro Arts Association organizes training workshops at the Lebanese National Theater for children displaced because of war The Tiro Association for Arts and the Istanbouli Theater launched training workshops for children and young people at the free Lebanese National Theater, in the city of Tyre, the latter of whom are displaced because ...
My TOP reading list 2023-2024
1. Reopening Muslim Minds This book will explain the how Muslim thought was open, then the reasons it has a set back, and how to reopen it. https://a.co/d/8ZaBiqp 2. COMMON SENSE The book that started the American revolution, and still is much needed today to reinforce our morals and common sense. https://a.co/d/3fC4SFF 3. The Expanding ...
My Picks for Best 10 Films of 2023
1. Sanctuary (American) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tmQVHaZj-xA 2. Zone of Interest (German) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GFNtVaAuVYY 3. Holy Spider (Persian) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=27wZZ6O1IBc 4. Junkyard Dog (French) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tCv83D3CQOY 5. Element (Disney) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hXzcyx9V0xw 6. Past Lives (Chinese/American) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kA244xewjcI 7. Barbie (American) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pBk4NYhWNMM 8. Blackberry (American) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cXL_HDzBQsM 9. Dumb Money (American) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bmr8YmwnZ3w 10. Air (American) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Euy4Yu6B3nU 11. Poor Things (American) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_klfx5sGzFk
Dearborn Blog Inducts 10 Names to Its Hall of Heros
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Project: Hanzala | $3k raised
Hello friends, I hope this email finds you well. I have been preparing for a show that means a lot to me, and hopefully to you too. It's called Hanzala, based on the iconic cartoon of the Palestinian child that was created by the late Naji al-Ali. The show includes live music, cartoon animation, sufi ...
AANM – Film Series (in-person) Launch
Greetings friends, The Arab American National Museum (AANM) is pleased to relaunch our in-person film series, Cinema Nights at the Museum. In partnership with Cinema Lamont, our series kicks off this Thursday, February 8th at 7 p.m. with the in-person screening of Soleil O! The debut film from Mauritanian director Med Hondo is a bitterly ...
MK– Mandela’s Secret Army A Film by Osvalde Lewat Reviewed by B Nimri Aziz Nov16/23
Revolutionaries are sometimes forgotten, despite their mission having been successful. Their struggle over, it’s often condensed to a single heroic figure, recast by history into a pacifist and a statesman. Nelson Mandela, for example. Revolutionaries unable to overthrow their oppressor or if they build a state that doesn’t comply with western interests, are dismissed as ...
Culture and Art: Lebanon is a nominee for the Global Youth Awards in London
Culture and Art: Lebanon is a nominee for the Global Youth Awards in London The jury of the award’s organizing committee announced the selection of the Lebanese “Tiro Association for Arts” as one of the finalists for the Global Youth Awards for the category of creativity, subcategorized under leadership, in London for this year. The ...
Dearborn Open Mic August 16, 2023 – Exclusive Interview with Mayor Abdullah Hammoud
Dearborn Open Mic July 19, 2023
الصالون الثقافي في ليفونيا 6: نظرية المعرفة والذكاء الاصطناعي
الصالون الثقافي في ليفونيا 5: الفن بين الأصالة والحداثة
5 Incredible Films That Are Not Coming to a Theater Near You in Detroit
5 Incredible Films That Are Not Coming to a Theater Near You in Detroit
الصالون الثقافي في ليفونيا 5: الفن بين الأصالة والحداثة
الصالون الثقافي في ليفونيا 5: الفن بين الأصالة والحداثة
الصالون الثقافي في ليفونيا 4:تجديد الفكر الديني
الصالون الثقافي في ليفونيا 4:تجديد الفكر الديني
الصالون الثقافي في ليفونيا 3: دور القلم الاغترابي
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Dearborn Open Mic July 19, 2023
Dearborn Open Mic July 19, 2023
أمسية حوارية مع رئيس بلدية ديربورن هايتس بلال بزي
أمسية حوارية مع رئيس بلدية ديربورن هايتس بلال بزي
Discussion of Amal Sedky-Winter’s Debut Novel “Escape to Aswan”
Discussion of Amal Sedky-Winter's Debut Novel "Escape to Aswan"
المنتدى الثقافي في ديربورن ـ التحديات التي تواجهنا في مقاطعة كريستوود التعليمية
المنتدى الثقافي في ديربورن ـ التحديات التي تواجهنا في مقاطعة كريستوود التعليمية
الحراك الثقافي العربي في المملكة العربية السعودية: غزارة وتميز
الحراك الثقافي العربي في المملكة العربية السعودية: غزارة وتميز
الحراك الثقافي العربي في دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة: نشاط وإبداع
الحراك الثقافي العربي في دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة: نشاط وإبداع
الحراك الثقافي العربي في أستراليا: جسر العبور الى الوطن
الحراك الثقافي العربي في أستراليا: جسر العبور الى الوطن
الحراك الثقافي العربي في أرتريا: أي دور للرواية والشعر؟
الحراك الثقافي العربي في أرتريا: أي دور للرواية والشعر؟
تحية حب الى الشاعر الدكتور محمد علي شمس الدين
تحية حب الى الشاعر الدكتور محمد علي شمس الدين
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