Learn the Art of Calligraphy!
2026-08-25 08:00 - 2028-10-01 17:00 UTC
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!
🖋️ Learn italic calligraphy
📖 Workbook & practice materials included
✍️ Hands-on instruction and feedback
🎨 Develop your creativity and lettering skills
📍 Azerbaijan Cultural Center, Allston, MA
💰 $450 for the 8-week program
Taught by Benjamin Aysan, Calligrapher & Lettering Artist.
No previous experience is required—just bring your creativity and a willingness to learn!
👉 Register here:
Event Registration
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Discover the Beauty of Calligraphy!
2026-08-25 08:00 - 2028-10-01 17:00
Join us for a relaxing and creative Calligraphy Workshop with calligrapher and lettering artist Benjamin Aysan! 🖋️
Whether 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.
✨ What’s Included?
🖋️ All calligraphy materials provided
📖 Calligraphy workbook & pen — yours to keep
✍️ Beginner-friendly, step-by-step instruction
🎨 Create your own artwork on cardstock, canvas, or a ceramic plate
🎁 Take your finished masterpiece home
⏰ Approximately 2 hours
💵 $69 per person
📍 Azerbaijan Cultural Center – Allston, MA
Everything is included — just bring your creativity!
🎟️ Register & get your ticket here:
Eventbrite Registration
Bring a friend and spend a couple of hours discovering the beauty of calligraphy. 💙
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Common Roots of Islam & Judaism
2026-08-31 19:00 - 21:00
A special interfaith lecture and discussion exploring the shared history, traditions, and deep connections between Islam and Judaism.
In 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.
Rabbi 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.
Event Details

Date & Time: Monday, August 31, 2026 at 7:00 PM

Location: Temple Israel, 125 Pond Street, Sharon, MA 02067

Hosts: New England Region of FJMC (NERFJMC) & Peace Islands Institute

Refreshments: Delicious food will be served

Admission: Free for Peace Islands members

RSVP & Registration

RSVP Deadline: August 26, 2026

Contact: Email treasurer@nerfjmc.org

Mail Inquiries / Checks: NERFJMC, 162 South Main Street, Sharon, MA 02067

Abraham’s Table: A Year of Interfaith Dialogue
2026-09-16 19:00 - 21:00
Abraham’s Table: A Year of Dialogue. One Table. Many Faiths.
Join 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.
Our September gathering will explore the theme:
Compassion in Action
The evening will begin with dinner, followed by three short presentations from our invited speakers and an open Q&A and community dialogue.
🎤 Invited Speakers:
* İbrahim Sayar — Chaplain, MA, BCC at Boston Children’s Hospital
* Dorothy C. Buck, PhD — Spirituality and Interfaith Dialogue Author, Mental Health Practitioner & Pastoral Counselor
* Rabbi Leonard Gordon, D.Min. — Chair, National Council of Synagogues
📅 Wednesday, September 16
⏰ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Azerbaijan Cultural Center
320 Washington Street, Brighton, MA 02135
🍽️ 7:00 PM — Welcome & Dinner
🎤 7:45 PM — Three 10-Minute Presentations
💬 8:15 PM — Q&A & Community Dialogue
🕘 9:00 PM — Program Concl
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Cultural Diversity Day at the Massachusetts State House
2026-09-23 11:00 - 14:00
Cultural Diversity Day at the Massachusetts State House!
Join us for a special celebration of the many cultures, traditions, and communities that make Massachusetts such a vibrant place to call home!
Cultural 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.
📅 Wednesday, September 23, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Massachusetts State House
Grand Staircase & Great Hall
The 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.
🤝 All are welcome!
Space is limited, so please RSVP in advance.
👉 RSVP here:
https://forms.gle/DKADcNy4mF5n1zXX6
Come celebrate the cultures and communities that make Massachusetts stronger. We look forward to seeing you at the State House!
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Flavors Without Borders: A Multicultural Cooking Class Series
2026-09-26 15:00 - 17:00
Join Peace Islands Institute Boston for a hands-on cooking experience where food, culture, and community come together!
For this class, we’ll prepare two delicious favorites together:
🍲 Red Lentil Soup
🥔 Potato Salad
Whether 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.
📅 Saturday, September 26
⏰ 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Azerbaijan Cultural Center
💵 $45 per person
Come ready to learn, cook, connect, and enjoy the meal together!
🎟️ Space is limited — register today:
Get Your Ticket on Eventbrite
Learn. Cook. Connect. 🌎🍽️
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