BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.2.3.1//EN TZID:America/Detroit X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/Detroit BEGIN:VEVENT UID:36217@arabamerica.com DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260613T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260613T140000 DTSTAMP:20260421T144046Z URL:https://www.arabamerica.com/events/brushstrokes-for-palestine-2/ SUMMARY:Brushstrokes for Palestine DESCRIPTION:ARBUTUS\, MD\n\nUnleash your creativity with Camels and Chai!\n \nJoin us for a hands-on Painting Workshop at OCA Mocha in Arbutus\, MD. T his class is not just about painting. It's about remembering. The Palestin ian people have faced unimaginable loss\, and yet their culture\, their sy mbols\, and their spirit continue. We paint as an act of witness.\n\nDate:  June 13\, 2026\nTime: 12:00–2:00 PM\nLocation: OCA Mocha\, Arbutus\, MD\n\nUsing acrylic paint and guided instruction\, you'll paint the Pales tinian flag on canvas\, but not just any flag. Each layer of the flag will tell its own story: a sideways watermelon as the red triangle\, a wall of bricks in black\, a kuffiyeh pattern in black and white\, and a green str ipe adorned with olive branches. You will leave with a painting that carri es meaning far beyond the canvas.\n\nTo reflect that commitment beyond the canvas\, 50% of proceeds from this class will be donated to World Central Kitchen\, a DMV-based nonprofit by Chef Jose Andres\, that has been deliv ering over 1 million hot meals daily in Gaza.\n\nAt Camels and Chai\, we s pecialize in Islamic art–inspired workshops that combine creativity\, le arning\, and reflection. During our sessions\, you’ll explore the histor y behind the geometric patterns while creating your own piece in a calm\, fun\, and hands-on environment. No prior art experience is needed\, and al l materials are provided.\n\nWhether you’re curious about Islamic art\, looking for a relaxing creative activity\, or just want to try something n ew\, this class is perfect for anyone!\n\nYour Ticket Includes:\n\n  3a8\; 2 hours of step-by-step painting instruction\n 🖌\;️\; All art supplies to create your design and take it home\n 💲\; $35 per person\n 👭\; Bring a friend and make it a creative outing!\n\n Interested in more Camels and Chai events?\n\nKeep track of our upcoming w orkshops on our [www.camelsandchai.com] or follow us on Instagram [@camels andchai] and Facebook [Camels and Chai] for updates. You can also reach us via email at camelsandchai@gmail.com\n\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/brus hstrokes-for-palestine-tickets-1987475912957?aff=ebdssbdestsearch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.arabamerica.com/wp-content/uploads/2 026/04/Screenshot-2026-04-21-at-10.36.46-AM.png LOCATION:OCA Mocha\, 5410 East Drive\, Arbutus\, MD\, 21227\, United States GEO:39.248443;-76.694078 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=5410 East Drive\, Arbutus\, MD\, 21227\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=OCA Mocha:geo:39.24 8443,-76.694078 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit X-LIC-LOCATION:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20260308T030000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE END:VCALENDAR