Montgomery County was among the first governing districts to officially recognize April as Arab American Heritage Month in 2014, accomplished in part by MoCo resident Mabrouka “Mimi” Hassanein. Montgomery College Library is proud to join in the celebration of the achievements and contributions of Arab Americans throughout history.
An explainer on the history and reasons behind Arab American Heritage Month in the United States (source: NowThis News).
The number of Marylanders who claim an Arab ancestry has more than doubled since the Census first measured ethnic origins in 1980, and is among the fastest growing Arab populations in the country. (Yalla Count Me In 2023)
The largest number of new Arab immigrants to Maryland came from Iraq, Egypt, and Morocco. Since 2010, significant increases appear in the number of Marylanders who are of Iraqi or Somali descent. (Yalla Count Me In 2023)
Montgomery County has the highest number of Arab Americans in Maryland, with an estimated population of 13,818 in 2017. (Yalla Count Me In 2023)
Angel of Gaza: Film Screening
By filmmaker Ahmed Mansour: A 10-year Malak narrates her family's arduous journey of romance, sacrifice, and reunification with her father, in the US, after 7 years of forced separation. Angel of Gaza is a close-up portrait of a Palestinian child from Gaza and how they see the world around them.
Date: April 2, 2024
Time: 2 - 4 p.m.
Location: Montgomery College TP/SS Campus CM Room 211 (In-person) or Zoom (Virtual)
7600 Takoma Ave.
Takoma Park, MD 20912
Registration: Required (Virtual)
Contact: Jose.Medrano@ montgomerycollege.edu
Ramadan Holy Quran Exhibition
Walk-through exhibition of modern translations of the Holy Quran in the major languages of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Indian Subcontinent. Includes informative displays about Revelation, Prophecy, History, and Science. Features Arabic scripts and translations in more than 50 languages.
Date: April 3, 2024
Time: 3:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Location: West End Library Meeting Room 1
2301 L St. NW
Washington D.C. 20037
Registration: Required (Walk-ins welcome)
Contact: Ahmadiyya.dc @gmail.com
Eid Al-Fitr Henna Event
Join the Muslim Sisters' Alliance for the opportunity to get your henna done for Eid! The event will be held the day before Eid Al-Fitr.
Date: April 8, 2024
Time: 4:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Location: Muslim Community Center Upstairs Classrooms
15200 New Hampshire Ave.
Silver Spring, MD 20905
Registration: None
Cost: Per hand - $5 (Child) $10 (Adult)
Contact: Sisters@mccmd.org
Eid al-Fitr Grand Festival
The Islamic Center of Maryland presents its' annual Eid al-Fitr Festival of 2024! This year is bigger and better than ever: petting zoo, carnival rides, family fun activities, food, and a bazaar!
Date: April 13, 2024
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Location: Islamic Center of Maryland
19411 Woodfield Rd.
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
Registration: Required
Cost: $10 a person (1) or $40 a family (5 people)
Contact: +1 (301) 281-1866
Tribute to the Palestinian Heritage and Identity: A Fundraiser for the Arab America Foundation
Join us as we honor the invaluable contributions of Arab Americans and commemorate National Arab American Heritage Month with public officials, community leaders, cultural performances, and authentic Arab cuisine. This year, we will pay tribute to the Palestinian heritage and identity.
Date: April 18, 2024
Time: 5:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Location: University of the District of Columbia UDC Amphitheatre
4200 Connecticut Ave. NW
Washington, D.C. 20008
Registration: Required
Cost: $50 (Student Admission) or $100 (General Admission)
Contact: Info@arabamerica.com
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