Author Archives: Arab America

Interfaith leaders gathered at the Democratic National Convention to link faith and action under the theme: “Our Sacred Responsibility: to our Children, to our Neighbors, to our Nation and to our World.” The August 25th event brought together delegates, elected officials and faith leaders representing America’s diverse religious traditions. Scriptures were read from each of … Continued

Actor and filmmaker Jennifer Jajeh uses her art to inspire audiences to contemplate new ways of seeing the world. Born in San Francisco, she has acted since childhood. “I was the kid who always made my family gather around the living room to watch my latest production,” Jajeh says. Her new one-woman show, “I Heart … Continued

The National U.S.-Arab Chamber of Commerce (NUSACC), in cooperation with the American Lebanese Chamber of Commerce (AmCham Lebanon), is organizing a trade delegation to Lebanon to participate in the 4th Annual Trade Fair for U.S. Products and Services. Made in America 2008 is hosted by the U.S. Embassy’s Commercial Service, a Division of the U.S. … Continued

  Hon. Mary Rose Oakar, President of ADC and Chair of the Rules Committee for the Democratic Convention, will be speaking from the podium at the Convention in the Pepsi Center, Denver, Colorado on Monday, August 25, 2008, between 3:30-4:00pm Mountain Time. She will be joined by former Governor David Walters and Ms. Sunita Leeds. … Continued

Delve into the intricacies of the Arabic language in a casual and friendly setting this fall at the Arab American National Museum. This time around, instructor Yasser Mansour offers Intro to Arabic Level I on both Thursday evenings beginning Sept. 4 and on Saturday mornings beginning Sept. 6. Class meetings are two hours long; the … Continued

Join the AANM at the elegant Ritz Carlton Hotel in Dearborn, Michigan at 6 p.m Saturday, October 11, for a festive, black-tie-optional evening celebrating the first and only Arab American museum in the United States. The event includes an open-bar social hour, sumptuous sit-down dinner and a brief program, followed by a cash bar and … Continued

The Henry Ford Estate Fair Lane has established itself as a National Historic Landmark, sharing the story of the Fords’ lives and impact, not only on Southeastern Michigan, but throughout the nation and the world. Through the years, the efforts of Henry Ford helped to establish middle class America and helped to provide jobs to … Continued

Poets For Palestine is a unique collection of poetry, spoken word, hip-hop and art dedicated to Palestine. Made up of 48 poems and 30 pieces of art, Poets For Palestine was compiled to unite a diverse range of voices who have used their work to elevate the consciousness of humanity. The proceeds of the anthology … Continued

On Thursday, August 21, the Jewish community “will have exclusive use of the State Fairgrounds” to celebrate Israel’s 60th anniversary. Following the lead of Palestinian civil society organizations and in view of the multi-faceted oppression that is the reality of Israel, we regard participation in “celebrations” of the Nakba/Israel’s establishment as collusion in the perpetuation … Continued

In “Thank You, Mr. President: Helen Thomas at the White House,” a documentary that airs tonight on HBO, the 88-year-old journalism icon remembers how a family friend called her inquisitive after being peppered with questions by the little girl. Thomas didn’t know what that meant, so her older sister explained, “You’re curious and you better … Continued

This past Friday the American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) coordinated a day long event with the US Department of Treasury entitled, “Charitable Principles of Good Governance and Anti-Terrorist Financing.” The first of its kind initiative, which was held at the Treasury Department Headquarters in Washington, DC, was a significant step in ensuring that the voices and … Continued

  The Arab American and Chaldean Council (ACC) will host its 29th Annual Civic and Humanitarian Awards Gala at the Detroit Marriott Renaissance Center at 6 p.m. Sept. 13. Every year the non-profit human services organization sets the stage for a unique and prestigious event to honor extraordinary individuals and organizations who are visionaries in … Continued