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SUMMARY:Trip to Tanzania
DESCRIPTION:Event: Trip to Tanzania \nDate: May 23 – 31\, 2026 \nPrice: $2000+Airline Tickets \nYou are cordially invited to join us on a remarkable journey to Tanzania from May 23rd to May 31st\, 2026! \nExperience the best of Tanzania with our exclusive trip that combines the thrill of safari adventures with the beauty of the Zanzibar Islands\, along with enriching cultural exchange opportunities. \nThroughout this 9-day journey\, you will have the opportunity to: \n\nVisit Dar for Mikumi National Park\nExperience the culture and history of a Maasai village\nEnjoy a safari at Mikumi\, Bagamoyo city tour\, and other sightseeing activities\nVisit Stone Town\, a UNESCO World Heritage site\nExplore Prison Island\, home to century-old tortoises and beautiful swimming spots\nDiscover the Blue Lagoon and Spice Farm\nParticipate in humanitarian work\, including orphanage and school visits\, water well openings\, and hunger relief activities\n\nWhat’s Included: \n\nAll meals\nPark and museum fees\nProfessional driver and guide\nIn-country transportation\nAccommodation\n\nNot Included: \n\nInternational airfare ($2\,000)\nPersonal shopping (souvenirs\, gifts\, etc.)\nTravel insurance and visa fees\nVaccinations (if needed)\n\nHow to Apply: \n\n\nComplete the application form (no payment required):👉 FORM \n\n\nAfter submission\, you’ll receive an agreement form.A $500 deposit is required to secure your spot; the remaining balance is due one month before the trip. \n\n\nFor inquiries\, please contact:📧 info@piiboston.org | 📞 +1 (814) 844-7980 \n 
URL:https://piiboston.org/event/trip-to-tanzania/
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SUMMARY:Learn the Art of Calligraphy!
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wanted to create beautiful\, elegant lettering with your own hands? Join us for an 8-week Calligraphy Course\, designed especially for beginners! \n🖋️ Learn italic calligraphy\n📖 Workbook & practice materials included\n✍️ Hands-on instruction and feedback\n🎨 Develop your creativity and lettering skills\n📍 Azerbaijan Cultural Center\, Allston\, MA\n💰 $450 for the 8-week program \nTaught by Benjamin Aysan\, Calligrapher & Lettering Artist. \nNo previous experience is required—just bring your creativity and a willingness to learn! \n👉 Register here:\nEvent Registration \n#Calligraphy #CalligraphyCourse #LearnCalligraphy #HandLettering #CreativeArts #AllstonMA #ArtClasses #BeginnerCalligraphy
URL:https://piiboston.org/event/learn-the-art-of-calligraphy/
CATEGORIES:Event,food-culture
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SUMMARY:Discover the Beauty of Calligraphy!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxing and creative Calligraphy Workshop with calligrapher and lettering artist Benjamin Aysan! 🖋️ \nWhether you’re a complete beginner or simply want to explore the art of beautiful writing\, this hands-on workshop is a wonderful opportunity to learn\, create\, and take home your own masterpiece. \n✨ What’s Included?\n🖋️ All calligraphy materials provided\n📖 Calligraphy workbook & pen — yours to keep\n✍️ Beginner-friendly\, step-by-step instruction\n🎨 Create your own artwork on cardstock\, canvas\, or a ceramic plate\n🎁 Take your finished masterpiece home\n⏰ Approximately 2 hours\n💵 $69 per person \n📍 Azerbaijan Cultural Center – Allston\, MA \nEverything is included — just bring your creativity! \n🎟️ Register & get your ticket here:\nEventbrite Registration \nBring a friend and spend a couple of hours discovering the beauty of calligraphy. 💙 \n#Calligraphy #CalligraphyWorkshop #BostonEvents #Allston #ArtWorkshop #HandLettering #CreativeWorkshop \n \n 
URL:https://piiboston.org/event/discover-the-beauty-of-calligraphy/
CATEGORIES:Event,food-culture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260831T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260831T210000
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SUMMARY:Common Roots of Islam & Judaism
DESCRIPTION:A special interfaith lecture and discussion exploring the shared history\, traditions\, and deep connections between Islam and Judaism. \nIn a time of rising antisemitism and Islamophobia\, understanding our shared heritage is more critical than ever. Join us for a meaningful evening with Rabbi Leonard Gordon as he explores how much more similar Islam and Judaism truly are. \nRabbi Gordon serves as Chair of the National Council of Synagogues\, facilitating interfaith dialogue for Reform\, Reconstructionist\, and Conservative Jewish communities. A dedicated interfaith builder\, he frequently teaches Introduction to Islam to Jewish audiences and leads international interfaith journeys. \nEvent Details \n\n\nDate & Time: Monday\, August 31\, 2026 at 7:00 PM \n\n\nLocation: Temple Israel\, 125 Pond Street\, Sharon\, MA 02067 \n\n\nHosts: New England Region of FJMC (NERFJMC) & Peace Islands Institute \n\n\nRefreshments: Delicious food will be served \n\n\nAdmission: Free for Peace Islands members \n\n\nRSVP & Registration \n\n\nRSVP Deadline: August 26\, 2026 \n\n\nContact: Email treasurer@nerfjmc.org \n\n\nMail Inquiries / Checks: NERFJMC\, 162 South Main Street\, Sharon\, MA 02067
URL:https://piiboston.org/event/common-roots-of-islam-judaism/
CATEGORIES:Event,inter-interfaith
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SUMMARY:Abraham’s Table: A Year of Interfaith Dialogue
DESCRIPTION:Abraham’s Table: A Year of Dialogue. One Table. Many Faiths. \nJoin us for the launch of Abraham’s Table\, a year-long interfaith dialogue series bringing people of different faiths and backgrounds together around one table for meaningful conversation\, connection\, and community. \nOur September gathering will explore the theme: \nCompassion in Action \nThe evening will begin with dinner\, followed by three short presentations from our invited speakers and an open Q&A and community dialogue. \n🎤 Invited Speakers: \n* İbrahim Sayar — Chaplain\, MA\, BCC at Boston Children’s Hospital \n* Dorothy C. Buck\, PhD — Spirituality and Interfaith Dialogue Author\, Mental Health Practitioner & Pastoral Counselor \n* Rabbi Leonard Gordon\, D.Min. — Chair\, National Council of Synagogues \n📅 Wednesday\, September 16 \n⏰ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM \n📍 Azerbaijan Cultural Center \n320 Washington Street\, Brighton\, MA 02135 \n🍽️ 7:00 PM — Welcome & Dinner \n🎤 7:45 PM — Three 10-Minute Presentations \n💬 8:15 PM — Q&A & Community Dialogue \n🕘 9:00 PM — Program Concl \nRSVP
URL:https://piiboston.org/event/abrahams-table-a-year-of-interfaith-dialogue/
CATEGORIES:Event,friendship,inter-interfaith
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SUMMARY:Cultural Diversity Day at the Massachusetts State House
DESCRIPTION:Cultural Diversity Day at the Massachusetts State House! \nJoin us for a special celebration of the many cultures\, traditions\, and communities that make Massachusetts such a vibrant place to call home! \nCultural Diversity Day will bring together community organizations\, civic leaders\, and people from diverse backgrounds for a day of culture\, connection\, dialogue\, and community at the Massachusetts State House. \n📅 Wednesday\, September 23\, 2026\n⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM\n📍 Massachusetts State House\nGrand Staircase & Great Hall \nThe event will also bring together a diverse group of community organizations from across Massachusetts\, creating an opportunity to meet one another\, celebrate our differences\, and strengthen our communities together. \n🤝 All are welcome! \nSpace is limited\, so please RSVP in advance. \n👉 RSVP here:\nhttps://forms.gle/DKADcNy4mF5n1zXX6 \nCome celebrate the cultures and communities that make Massachusetts stronger. We look forward to seeing you at the State House! \n#CulturalDiversityDay #Massachusetts #Boston #MassachusettsStateHouse #CulturalDiversity #Community #BuildingBridges #InterculturalDialogue #BostonEvents #StrongerTogeth
URL:https://piiboston.org/event/cultural-diversity-day-at-the-massachusetts-state-house/
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SUMMARY:Flavors Without Borders: A Multicultural Cooking Class Series
DESCRIPTION:Join Peace Islands Institute Boston for a hands-on cooking experience where food\, culture\, and community come together! \nFor this class\, we’ll prepare two delicious favorites together: \n🍲 Red Lentil Soup\n🥔 Potato Salad \nWhether you love cooking\, want to learn something new\, or simply enjoy meeting new people over good food\, all are welcome! No special cooking experience is needed. \n📅 Saturday\, September 26\n⏰ 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM\n📍 Azerbaijan Cultural Center\n💵 $45 per person \nCome ready to learn\, cook\, connect\, and enjoy the meal together! \n🎟️ Space is limited — register today:\nGet Your Ticket on Eventbrite \nLearn. Cook. Connect. 🌎🍽️ \n#CookingClass #BostonEvents #Multicultural #FoodAndCulture #Community #PeaceIslandsInstitute #Boston #CookingTogether
URL:https://piiboston.org/event/flavors-without-borders-a-multicultural-cooking-class-series/
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